Siemens VersiCharge AC User manual

CONFIGURATION TOOL USER MANUAL VERSION 1.1.4
VersiCharge™AC
Electric vehicle charging station
usa.siemens.com/versicharge

Index
. Introduction to VersiCharge Chargers 
. Register in VersiCloud 
. Commission the VersiCharge Chargers 
. Register the Charger 
. Connect the Charger 
. Configure the Charger in Wi-Fi Mode 
. Configure the Charger in Ethernet Mode 
. Configure the Charger in Cellular Mode 
– only available for parent units
. Enable or Disable RFID Authorization 
. Commission the Charger 
. Save Charger Configuration 
. Load Configuration 
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Figures
Figure . Welcome Screen 
Figure . Supported Models 
Figure . Before You Begin 
Figure . Charger Registration Details 
Figure . Connect to VersiCharge Charger 
Figure . Refresh Endpoints 
Figure . Charger Connection Complete 
Figure . Connect to the Internet 
Figure . Choose Mode of Internet Connection 
Figure . Select Wi-Fi Network 
Figure . Manual Wi-Fi Network Configuration 
Figure . Configuration Sent to Device Successfully 
Figure . Select Ethernet Mode 
Figure . Ethernet Properties – Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically 
Figure . Ethernet Properties – Manual DNS Server Settings 
Figure . Hotspot and Tethering 
Figure . Select Cellular Mode 
Figure . Cellular Mode Configuration 
Figure . Share Internet from Sim Data 
Figure . Enable RFID Authorization 
Figure . Disable RFID Authorization 
Figure . Verifying the Commissioning 
Figure . Notification Screen 
Figure . Commissioning is Successful 
Figure . Configuration Cannot be Verified 
Figure . Configuration Sent Successfully 
Figure . Send Loaded Configuration 
Figure . Save Charger Configuration 
Figure . Create Password 
Figure . Choose Storage Location 
Figure . Configuration Saved Successfully 
Figure . Load Configuration 
Figure . Open Saved Configuration 
Figure . View Loaded Configuration 
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1. Introduction to VersiCharge Chargers
NOTE: These instructions only apply to the version number listed on the title page.
VersiCharge charger models can be parent (advanced) or child (basic), based on features. VersiCharge
chargers use the VersiCharge Configurator application, a Windows application, for configuration and
connect over Wi-Fi, Ethernet or a mobile network to VersiCloud using a built-in Wi-Fi connection.
The following chargers are supported by the VersiCharge Configurator:
• All VersiCharge UL models except those with part numbers EMX-XXX-XXXX
• VersiCharge IEC models with part numbers EMX-XXXX-XXXX
To view the Configurator’s user manual and get help, click on the Help icon.
To install the configuration tool, please refer to configuration tool installation manual which can be found at
usa.siemens.com/versicharge and siemens.com/versicharge.
2. Register in VersiCloud
Before commissioning chargers, create an account in VersiCloud.
For all UL chargers, (except EMX-XXX-XXXX) register using the following link:
https://www.versichargesg.com/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%f
For IEC chargers, (P/Ns EMX-XXXX-XXXX) register using the following link:
https://versicharge.emobility.siemens.cloud/Account/Register
The VersiCharge mobile app for iOS and Android can also be used to register a charger.
NOTE: VersiCloud provides visibility of all chargers connected to the same account and also provides an
option to remove/deregister any chargers.
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3. Commission the VersiCharge Chargers
VersiCharge chargers can be commissioned over a network. Charger connection options are as follows:
• Wi-Fi
• Ethernet
• Cellular
Commission the VersiCharge charger by completing the following tasks:
• Register the Charger
• Connect to the Charger
• Commission the Charger
. Register the Charger
Register the charger by following the steps below (see Section 2 for the registration link):
1. Open the VersiCharge Configurator application.
The Welcome screen appears:
Figure 1. Welcome Screen
Before commissioning, click model numbers to review the supported models.
Figure . Supported Models
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2. Click Get Started.
The Before you begin screen appears:
Figure . Before You Begin
3. Choose how to configure the charger.
• Select I have an Internet connection, and the VersiCharge Configurator verifies the configuration in
VersiCloud after you complete the configuration.
• Select I will configure offline, to manually verify the configuration in VersiCloud after the configuration is
complete. For more information on how to verify the configuration status manually, see 3.2 Connect the Charger.
4. Click Continue.
The Charger Registration Details screen appears:
Figure . Charger Registration Details
NOTE: You can click on the link to change the verification method. When you select Verify Later, the commissioning
status must be manually verified as per the LED status shown on charger after you complete the configuration.
5. Enter the registered Email ID.
The Email ID must be registered in VersiCloud before configuring the charger (see 2 Register in VersiCloud).
6. Select the time zone of the charger from the drop-down list.
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7. Click Next to continue the configuration.
. Connect the Charger
The status of the charger can be monitored by the color of the LED notifications shown on the charger display.
The different LED notification types are listed in the table below:
Description of Sequence LED Color
Power up Grey Blinking
Software loading Red Blinking
Software running Yellow Blinking
Charger in Access Point (AP) mode White Blinking
Receiving connection credentials White Blinking
Received connection credentials Green Blinking
Connecting to network Green Blinking
Connected to network Green Steady
Connecting to VersiCloud Blue Blinking
Connected to network, registered, and connected to VersiCloud White Steady
Before charger connection ensure the following:
• Ensure the Wi-Fi connection between the charger and the commissioning device is enabled and active at the
commissioning/configuring device. For better stability, use 2.4GHz-type Wi-Fi network
• The Wi-Fi LED is blinking white on the charger (this indicates the charger is in Access Point (AP) mode).
• The Wi-Fi endpoint of the charger is available for connection. The serial number, found on the charger label, is a
connection choice.
NOTE: If Internet setup has been already configured in VersiCharge Configurator application with one of the modes,
configuring it with any other mode will override the existing configuration.
Perform the following steps to connect to the charger:
1. Register the charger.
For more information, see section 3.1 Register the Charger.
2. Connect to the Wi-Fi endpoint of the charger that will be used for configuration/commissioning.
Figure 5. Connect to VersiCharge Charger
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Click Refresh if the endpoint is not visible.
Figure 6. Refresh Endpoints
When the charger connection is successful, the Choose the mode of Internet Connection page appears along
with the serial number and catalog number of the charger:
Figure . Charger Connection Complete
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3. In the Configuration pane, click Internet Setup and select how to connect to the Internet, from the following options.
• Wi-Fi
• Ethernet
• Cellular
Figure . Connect to the Internet
. Configure the Charger in Wi-Fi Mode
Perform the following procedure to set up internet in Wi-Fi.
1. Register the charger.
For more information, see 3.1 Register the Charger.
2. Connect to the charger.
For more information, see 3.2 Connect to the Charger.
3. In the Configuration pane, click Internet Setup and select Wi-Fi in the Choose the mode of
Internet Connection screen.
Figure 9. Choose Mode of Internet Connection
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4. Click Refresh to refresh the list of Wi-Fi networks.
Select the Wi-Fi connection to connect to the internet.
Figure . Select Wi-Fi Network
5. Enter the password and click Save.
If the Wi-Fi is not listed, click Manual Configuration to configure/commission the Wi-Fi.
Enter the SSID and hotspot password to manually configure/commission the Wi-Fi configuration.
Figure . Manual Wi-Fi Network Configuration
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6. Select RFID Authorization from the configuration pane to set the authentication preference.
For more information, see 3.6 Enable or Disable RFID Authorization.
7. Click Send Configuration to send the configuration to the charger.
For more information, see 3.7 Commission the Charger.
Figure 12. Configuration Sent to Device Successfully
8. Click Save Configuration to save the current configuration onto your computer’s local drive.
For more information, see 3.8 Save Charger Configuration.
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. Configure the Charger in Ethernet Mode
Ensure that the Ethernet cable is connected to the charger.
Perform the following procedure to set up internet in Ethernet.
NOTE: Make sure LAN cable is connected to the charger.
To configure the charger in the Ethernet mode:
1. Register the charger.
For more information, see 3.1 Register the Charger.
2. Connect to the charger.
For more information, see 3.2 Connect to the Charger.
3. In the Configuration pane, click Internet Setup and select the Ethernet in the Choose the mode
of Internet Connection screen.
Figure . Select Ethernet Mode
4. Select how you want to configure the DNS server address.
• Click on the Obtain DNS Server address automatically radio button to use a public DNS.
Figure 14. Ethernet Properties – Obtain DNS Server address automatically
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• Click on the Use the following DNS Server IP address radio button to manually enter the DNS server address.
Figure . Ethernet Properties – Manual DNS Server settings
5. Enable Share internet with other chargers and set the authentication information if you wish to share
the internet connection of this charger with other chargers. This applies only if you have selected Dynamic.
NOTE: Sharing the internet connection with other chargers is only possible from Wi-Fi (the charger acts as a hotspot).
When you enable Share Internet, the verification method to verify the commissioning status of the charger is changed
to Verify Now.
Figure . Hotspot and Tethering
6. Select RFID Authorization from the configuration pane to configure the authentication preferences.
For more information, see 3.6 Enable or Disable RFID Authorization.
7. Click Send Configuration to send the configuration information to charger.
For more information, see 3.7 Commission the Charger.
8. Click Save Configuration to save the current configuration onto your computer’s local drive.
For more information, see 3.8 Save Charger Configuration.
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. Configure the Charger in Cellular Mode – only available for parent units
Ensure that the SIM card is in the charger before beginning charger configuration.
NOTE: This mode is only available for UL and IEC parent units.
To connect the charger in cellular mode::
1. Register the charger.
For more information, see 3.1 Register the Charger.
2. Connect to the charger.
For more information, see 3.2 Connect to the Charger.
3. In the Configuration pane, click Internet Setup and select Cellular in the Choose the mode of Internet
Connection screen.
Figure . Select Cellular Mode
NOTE: You can click Check for the devices to view the devices that support LTE and 4G cellular configuration.
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4. Enter the following details in the Cellular Mode Configuration screen:
• Modem Dial String
• APN
• Authentication Information
The authentication information is not mandatory if the cellular connection automatically connects to the internet.
Figure . Cellular Mode Configuration
5. Click Next.
6. Enable Share Internet with other chargers and set the authentication information to share the internet
connection of this charger with other chargers.
NOTE: Sharing the internet connection with other chargers is only possible from Wi-Fi (charger acts as a hotspot).
When you enable Share Internet, the verification method to verify the commissioning status of the charger is changed
to Verify Now.
Figure . Share Internet from Sim Data
7. Select RFID Authorization from the configuration pane to configure the authentication preference.
For more information see, 3.6 Enable or Disable RFID Authorization.
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8. Click Send Configuration to send the configuration information to charger.
For more information, see 3.7 Commission the Charger.
9. Click Save Configuration to save the current configuration onto your computer’s local drive.
For more information, see 3.8 Save Charger Configuration.
. Enable or Disable RFID Authorization
RFID authorization is only enabled for firmware version 2.115 and later.
To enable RFID authorization in firmware versions older than 2.115, select the Update to latest firmware checkbox.
To Enable or Disable the RFID Authorization:
1. Register the charger.
For more information, see 3.1 Register the Charger.
2. Connect to the charger.
For more information, see 3.2 Connect to the Charger.
3. Configure the charger in Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or Cellular mode.
For more information, see 3.3 Configure the Charger in Wi-Fi Mode, 3.4 Configure the Charger in Ethernet Mode,
and 3.5 Configure the Charger in Cellular Mode.
4. If the displayed firmware version is older than 2.115, select the Update to latest firmware checkbox.
5. Select RFID Authorization from the configuration pane to configure the authentication preference.
6. Choose if you want to enable authorization.
• Select Enabled to enable RFID authentication and click Save Configuration.
Figure . Enable RFID Authorization
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• Select Disabled to disable RFID authentication and click Save Configuration.
Figure . Disable RFID Authorization
. Commission the Charger
To commission the charger, perform the following procedure:
1. Register the charger.
For more information, see 3.1 Register the Charger.
2. Connect to the charger.
For more information, see 3.2 Connect to the Charger.
3. Configure the charger in Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or Cellular mode.
For more information, see 3.3 Configure the Charger in Wi-Fi Mode, 3.4 Configure the Charger in Ethernet Mode,
and 3.5 Configure the Charger in Cellular Mode.
4. Choose to enable or disable RFID authorization.
For more information, see 3.6 Enable or Disable RFID Authorization.
5. Click Send Configuration.
The charger verifies the information, and the Notification screen appears:
Figure . Verifying the commissioning 
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6. The verification procedure changes based on your selection of the verification method.
• If Verify Now was selected as the verification method, the Notification screen displays the estimated
remaining time to get the registration notification from VersiCloud.
For more information, see . Register the Charger.
The information about the communication status is depicted by the LED in the charger HMI.
Figure . Notification Screen
If you see the Wi-Fi LED blinking with alternate colors, verify whether the connection information you
provided is correct and make necessary updates.
The Configuration sent to the device successfully screen appears when the configuration is successful.
The serial number and the catalog number appear on the screen.
• Click Configure Another Charger to configure another charger.
• Click Save Charger Configuration to save the current configuration.
NOTE: The charger may take more than  minutes to update the firmware. During the update, the
charger will not be-responsive.
Figure . Commissioning is Successful
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The Configuration cannot be verified screen appears when the configuration is not verified:
Figure . Configuration Cannot Be Verified
• Click Try Again to retry sending the configuration to the charger.
• Click Select Different Charger to choose a different charger to configure.
• If Verify Later was selected as the verification method, verify the commissioning status as per
LED status shown on the charger.
The Configuration sent to device successfully screen appears when the configuration is successfully sent
to the charger.
Figure . Configuration Sent Successfully
• Click Configure Another Charger to configure another charger.
You can also use a configuration file already saved on your computer to configure another charger.
For more information on loading a configuration already saved on your computer, see 3.9 Load Configuration.
• Click Send Configuration to send the configuration to the charger.
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NOTE: To reuse a saved configuration to configure another charger, select the Use previous configuration
checkbox. You will be able to load a configuration file from your local file system.
Figure . Send Loaded Configuration
After the configuration is complete, log in to VersiCloud and verify that the charger registration is successful,
and that the charger has been registered to your account.
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