Phocos Any-Bridge Series Operating manual

Phocos Any-Bridge™ Series
Monitoring & Control Gateway Model AB-PLC
for access to the PhocosLink Cloud
AB-PLC
User and Installation Manual
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1Introduction
Dear customer, thank you for choosing this quality Phocos product.
The Any-Bridge™ AB-PLC Monitoring & Control Gateway (referred to
as “gateway” in this manual) allows you to connect your Phocos Any-
Grid™ PSW-H Series inverter/charger with MPPT solar charge
controller (referred to as “power device” in this manual) to the
internet for access to the PhocosLink Cloud portal (referred to as
“portal” in this manual). This portal enables viewing and control
(functionality enabled by a future over-the-air automatic update, no
user intervention required) of your power device through any
internet-connected device with an internet browser such as a
personal computer, tablet or smartphone. The purchase of this device
enables free introductory access to the PhocosLink Cloud with up to
three Any-Grid PSW-H devices for a limited time, see
www.phocos.com for details regarding access plans.
This manual describes the installation and operation of this unit. Read
this entire document before proceeding with the installation.
2Important Safety Information
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important
instructions for the model AB-PLC in the Any-Bridge Series. Read and
save this manual for future reference. The following words are used
to mark important sections for your safety:
WA NING Failure to follow instructions could cause physical
harm.
WA NING: It is not necessary to open any covers or access any
high voltage components in the power device for installation.
The power device may only be opened by trained electricians.
3About the Any-Bridge AB-PLC
A working internet connection is required for the gateway to be able
to communicate with the PhocosLink Cloud portal and upload data
regularly. However, in case of internet access interruption, data is
stored in the gateway until the internet connection is re-established,
then this data is seamlessly sent to the portal to fill any data gaps
caused by the internet interruption (functionality enabled by a future
over-the-air automatic update, no user intervention required).
①MXI interface (unused at this time)
②RS-485 interface (unused at this time)
③RS-232 interface for Any-Grid PSW-H
④Power indicator
⑤Portal connectivity indicator
⑥Reset button for factory reset
⑦Ethernet LAN interface
⑧Wi-Fi / BLE antenna
WA NING: The gateway is designed to be powered by the
connected power device. No external power supply is required.
Attempting to power the gateway with an external power supply
may cause physical harm or damage/destroy the gateway.
4Installation
4.1 Requirements
•Phocos Any-Bridge AB-PLC monitoring & control gateway
•One to three powered Any-Grid PSW-H power devices with U2
firmware version ≥ 06.16
•Working internet infrastructure (modem/router with active
DHCP for automatic IP address issuing) with Ethernet and/or 2.4
GHz 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi access
•Android™ or iOS device with BLE V4.2 or higher
4.2 Package Contents
Before installation, please inspect the unit. If something inside the
package is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer. Package
contents:
•Any-Bridge AB-PLC monitoring & control gateway
•External antenna
•Cable with 8P8C modular connectors at each end
•User and installation manual
4.3 Physical Installation
Lightly screw the included antenna into the antenna connector at
position ⑧, ensuring it is less than hand-tight to avoid damage.
Either place the gateway on a flat surface as pictured in the title image
of this manual. Alternatively, mount the gateway on a vertical wall by
using the 4 pcs. M3-sized (3.5 mm / 0.14 in) screw-holes provided.
Once installed, point the antenna so that it runs parallel to your router
antenna or, if in doubt, point it straight up vertically.
4.4 Setup
For a video to help with the installation visit
www.phocos.com/phocoslink-cloud. Choose any of the power
devices and connect the included cable with 8P8C connectors (any
direction) between the RS-232 port of the power device and the ③
RS-232 port of the gateway. Ensure the power device is not in stand-
by and that its display is on. The power ④ and portal connectivity ⑤
indicators will blink several times while the gateway starts up (see
chapter 5 for details). If using wired Ethernet, connect the Ethernet
cable from your router to port ⑦ of the gateway.
Download the latest “PhocosLink Mobile” App from the Google Play™
store or Apple’s App Store® with an Android™ or iOS device,
respectively. Open the app and allow BLE and location permission
(location is not
recorded or used
by the app, but
access must be
permitted for BLE
to function). The
QR codes left and
right link to the
app directly.
In the app, scan for devices with the button at the bottom right
and then tap the Any-Bridge™ gateway:
❶
❷
❸
❹
❺
❻
❼
❽
Google Play™ Apple App Store®

Ensure the connection between power device and gateway is not
greyed out (power device is shown as connected) and the solid-state
relay is shown as “closed” (green). If it is not, go back to the previous
screen (arrow at top left) and try again by tapping the Any-Bridge.
Then tap “SETUP”. Enter your credentials:
•Wi-Fi Access Point (SSID) and W-Fi password (only shown if no
Ethernet cable is plugged in)
•PV system name as it will be shown on the portal
•Your e-mail address serving as your login ID to the cloud
then tap “SUBMIT”.
Once submitted, wait for each of the steps to automatically complete
with a (except the “Wi-Fi” steps if using wired Ethernet), this may
take a few minutes, then tap “DONE” when completed and the
activation e-mail is successfully sent.
You will now receive an invitation to the e-mail address you provided
with your access link to the PhocosLink Cloud, select “Accept
Invitation”. This will lead you to the PhocosLink Cloud website to
finalize your initial setup. If you do not receive the e-mail within 5
minutes, check your e-mail spam folder. If you still did not get the e-
mail, go to cloud.phocos.com and select “Forgot your password?”.
Then enter the same e-mail address you used previously and select
“Send reset email”.
The initial setup is now complete, and the gateway automatically
sends data to the PhocosLink Cloud continuously while the internet
connection is active as shown by indicator ⑤. While connected to the
gateway with the “PhocosLink Mobile” app, the 4 green (connected)
or grey (disconnected) toggle icons give you a view of the working
state of the gateway at any time while it is running (example shown
with Wi-Fi):
5LED Indicators
The gateway is equipped with two LED indicators, the power ④ and
the portal connectivity ⑤ indicators. During operation, these
indicators have the following meanings:
Power
④
Portal
con.
⑤
Meaning
OFF n/a Gateway is not powered. This is normal if the
power device is in stand-by (display off)
ON n/a Gateway is powered and power device
communication successful
Slow
blink* n/a Gateway is powered and a BLE device is connected
n/a ON Connected to portal
n/a OFF Disconnected from portal
ON Slow
blink*
Connected to Wi-Fi or Ethernet, but portal
connection unsuccessful
Slow
blink*
Slow
blink*
Gateway starting up or power device
firmware incompatible if blinking for >10s
Fast
blink**
Fast
blink** Gateway performing reset
* Slow blink: 0.5s on, 0.5s off.
** Fast blink: 0.1s on, 0.9s off.
6Troubleshooting
Problem
What to do
Power
indicator
④
off
Gateway is not powered. Use only the included
cable for connection between power device
and gateway. Check the cable for correct
seating on both ends. Ensure the power device
is running (power device display on).
Power
④
and
Portal con.
⑤
indicator
blinking
slowly > 10s
The firmware on the power device is not
compatible with the gateway. Contact your
dealer or Phocos for a firmware update. A
standard USB to RS-232 converter and
Windows PC is required for the update.
Power
④
indicator ON
and Portal
con. ⑤
indicator
blinking
slowly
If using Wi-Fi, the entered access point (SSID) or
password is incorrect or the access point is not
using WPA-PSK2 encryption. To re-enter Wi-Fi
credentials, press the reset button ⑥ until the
gateway restarts. Then repeat the setup
procedure in chapter 4.4.
If using wired Ethernet, make sure the
connection is good and that your router
supports DHCP.
Ensure your router is connected to the internet.
7Warranty
7.1 Conditions
We warranty this product against defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase
and will repair or replace any defective unit when directly returned,
postage paid by the customer, to Phocos. This warranty will be
considered void if the unit has suffered any obvious physical damage
or alteration either internally or externally. This warranty does not
cover damage arising from improper use, such as plugging the unit
into unsuitable power sources, attempting to operate products that
require excessive power consumption, or use in unsuitable
environments. This is the only warranty the company makes. No other
warranties express or implied including warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose. Repair and replacement are your
sole remedies and the company shall not be liable for damages,
whether direct, incidental, and special or consequential, even if
caused by negligence.
Further details about our warranty conditions can be found at
www.phocos.com.
7.2 Liability Exclusion
The manufacturer shall not be liable for damages, especially on the
battery, caused by use other than as intended or as mentioned in this
manual or if the recommendations of the battery manufacturer are
neglected. The manufacturer shall not be liable if there has been
service or repair carried out by any unauthorized person, unusual use,
wrong installation, or incorrect system design.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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