Enecsys DEREPEATER0001 Double Ended Repeater (DER) User Manual Double Repeater

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DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power1© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.CONTENTSIntroduction 1Conventions used in this manual 2Safety 3Scope of delivery 4Enecsys Double Repeater 5When to install an Enecsys Double Repeater 5Installation 6Attaching the internal antenna 7Mounting the Enecsys Double Repeater 8Wall mounting the Enecsys Double Repeater (adhesive pad method) 9Wall mounting the Enecsys Double Repeater (screw fixed method) 10Mounting with a cable tie 11Installing the external antenna 12Turning the Enecsys Double Repeater on 13Turning the Enecsys Double Repeater off 14Technical specification 15Compliance 18Printing 19
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power1© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.1. IntroductionThis manual contains information specific to the installation of an Enecsys Double Repeater. Although the installation is simple a basic knowledge of internet routers, wired or wireless may be beneficial although not necessary. Installation of the Enecsys Double Repeater is a 'plug and play'. Enecsys have designed the hardware to be a simple as possible for the installer and end-user alike.Your solar PV (photo-voltaic) installation, when combined with an Enecsys Micro-Inverter with its in-built wireless antenna is able to communicate wirelessly with the Gateway. This allows for comprehensive monitoring of the solar PV array, module-by-module. Monitoring an array module by module enables the user to see energy generation at module level. Monitoring also allows the end-user to see the performance of any module at any time of the day.An Enecsys Double Repeater acts as a bridge between the Micro-inverter and the Gateway in situations where a sufficient communication link cannot be established.For circumstances where it may be necessary to install an Enecsys Double Repeater, See“When to install an Enecsys Double Repeater” on page 5.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power2© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.1.1 Conventions used in this manualThe following conventions are used throughout this manual, these conventions should be noted and followed at all times.Warning: Warning statements must be heeded at all times. A warning symbol indicates that a process or instrument has the potential to harm or cause lethal injury if the correct method of handling is not employed.Caution: Caution statements are used to indicate where a part of the installation process may require special attention. Caution statements should be followed at all times.Attention: Attention statements are used to indicate where a part of the process or instrument has a special requirement. Attention statements should be followed at all times.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power3© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.1.2 SafetyBefore installing and using the any Enecsys Repeater please ensure that you have fully read and understand all of the installation and user instructions and heed all warnings and cautions given. Install in a clean dry environment, indoors and if possible away from heat sources and out of direct sunlight. • All electrical installations should be performed in accordance with all local and national elec-trical installation codes and practice. • There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit.• There are no replaceable or re-chargeable batteries contained within the Repeater.• Do not attempt to open the unit. Tampering with the Repeater may result in electrical shock or death.• Do not install this equipment in adverse weather conditions or in a wet environment.• Do not install this equipment during an electrical storm.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power4© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.1.3 Scope of deliveryThe following list details the scope of delivery, please ensure that all parts are present before starting the installation.A. 1 x Enecsys Double Repeater.B. 1 x Fixed antenna.C. 1 x External antenna.D. 1 x Coaxial cable reverse polarity with RP SMA connectors, 15 - 30 meter lengths. E. 1 x Plug-top 5V DC, 1A adaptor with 2.1mm jack.F. 3 x Double sided adhesive pads.FIGURE 1.Scope of delivery.?A B D E FC
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power5© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.1.4 Enecsys Double RepeaterThe Enecsys Double Repeater provides a ‘hop’ between nodes in a network. The Enecsys Double Repeater is used to allow communication between the Micro-inverters and Gateway where the propagation losses are too high for a reliable communication link, particularly where metallic structures prevent RF propagation. There are various implementations of Enecsys Double Repeaters, more than one Enecsys Double Repeater can be used to cover larger distances. An Enecsys Double Repeater differs from a Single Repeater in that two antennas are used. One antenna can be connected via coaxial cable to an external antenna, positioned on the roof, close to the inverters. The second antenna communicates with the Gateway located in the house.1.5 When to install an Enecsys Double RepeaterDepending upon the house construction and build materials it may be necessary to add an Enecsys Double Repeater in order to provide stable communications between the inverters and the Gateway over a long time period. An Enecsys Double Repeater is used in situations where a Single Repeater is unable to provide the Gateway with a strong sustainable communication link.The Enecsys Double Repeater acts a bridge between the Micro-inverter and the Gateway, improving the communication link and providing an uninterrupted flow of information between the two devices. Certain building materials can prevent a strong signal from being established in the communication link.• A roof may be made out a metallic material or be a foil insulated.• The distance between the micro-inverters and the wireless antenna is too great.• UV screened windows.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power6© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2. InstallationEnecsys Double Repeaters are employed to improve the communication link between the inverters and the Gateway. The Enecsys Double Repeater is a 'plug and play' device; it is quickly and easily installed. The Enecsys Double Repeater should be installed within the roof-space of the building and positioned within easy connection distance of a mains supply AC power source. FIGURE 2.The Enecsys Double Repeater.5V DC INPOWER CABLE CONDUITRP SMA CONNECTORSANTENNA
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power7© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2.1 Attaching the internal antennaAttach the antenna to the RP SMA connector on the right hand side of the Enecsys Gateway.1. Attach the antenna to the lower SMA plug on the right hand side of the Repeater, screw the antenna into place in a clockwise direction. 2. Move the antenna into an upright position.FIGURE 3.Attaching the antenna.12ANTENNARP SMA CONNECTOR
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power8© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2.2 Mounting the Enecsys Double RepeaterThe Enecsys Double Repeater can be either free standing or wall mounted. In each case the Enecsys Double Repeater should be installed in a location where it is unlikely to be moved, indoors, away from heat sources and out of direct sunlight. If choosing a free standing Enecsys Double Repeater installation simply place the Enecsys Double Repeater within reach of a power source. It is recommended that the Enecsys Double Repeater be placed as high as possible within the building such as the loft space.FIGURE 4.The Enecsys Double Repeater reverse showing mounting points and distances.ADHESIVE FIXING POINTS50 mmCABLE TIEFIXING POINT
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power9© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2.3 Wall mounting the Enecsys Double Repeater (adhesive pad method)When mounting an Enecsys Double Repeater always ensure that you have connected the power supply and antenna to the device before the final fit. Locate the Enecsys Double Repeater away from metal structures. The adhesive pad placement areas are shown in Figure 4 on page 8.1. Ensure that the back-plate of the Enecsys Double Repeater and the wall or mounting surface is clean from dust and grease.2. Connect the supplied external 5V DC power supply to a mains supply AC power source.3. Connect the supplied external 5V DC power jack-plug to the DC power port on the reverse of the Enecsys Double Repeater, thread the cable through the semi-circular channel on the back-plate of the Enecsys Double Repeater, this will help to keep the cable in place and prevent it from becoming detached.4. Remove the backing material from one of the double sided adhesive pads and place firmly onto the fixing points on the back of the Enecsys Double Repeater. Complete the process for the remaining two double sided adhesive pads.5. Remove the remaining backing material from the adhesive pads attached to the back-plate of the Enecsys Double Repeater, press the Enecsys Double Repeater firmly into place on the wall/mounting surface.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power10© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2.4 Wall mounting the Enecsys Double Repeater (screw fixed method)When mounting an Enecsys Double Repeater always ensure that you have connected the power supply and antenna to the device before the final fit.The screw fixing points are shown in Figure 4 on page 8.1. Attach the antenna to the SMA plug on the right hand side of the Enecsys Double Repeater, screw the antenna into place in a clockwise direction.2. Connect the 5V DC power supply jack-plug to the DC power port on the reverse of the Enecsys Double Repeater, thread the cable through the semi-circular channel on the back-plate of the Enecsys Double Repeater, this will help to keep the cable in place and prevent it from becom-ing detached.3. Select the appropriate location for mounting the Enecsys Double Repeater.4. Using the wall mount template locate the desired position of the Enecsys Double Repeater; ensure that there is adequate free-space around the Enecsys Double Repeater to allow for any future movement or maintenance of the device.5. Mark two horizontal spots on the wall 50 millimetres apart, install the screws into the wall.6. Line up the back plate holes of the Enecsys Double Repeater with the screws on the wall and then slide the Enecsys Double Repeater down to fix the unit in position.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power11© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2.5 Mounting with a cable tieWhen mounting a Enecsys Double Repeater always ensure that you have connected the power supply and antenna to the device before the final fit.There may be situations where it is not possible to mount the Enecsys Double Repeater using the screw fixed or adhesive pad method. A cable tie can be utilised to fix the Enecsys Double Repeater to an internal pillar or suitable structure.1. Ensure that the cable tie is of the correct width and length.2. Run the cable tie through the cable tie fixing point on the back of the Enecsys Double Repeater.3. Wrap the cable tie around the internal pillar or suitable mounting object and secure.FIGURE 5.Mounting with a cable tie.CABLE TIE
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power12© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2.6 Installing the external antennaWhen installing an external antenna always make sure that cable entry to building is waterproofed. Always ensure that the cable isn't arranged such that water or condensate can run down coaxial cable and onto the repeater.1. Ensure that you have enough coaxial cable to reach from the mounting point to the Enecsys Double Repeater.2. Secure the external antenna to the mounting rack of the solar array or other suitable struc-ture using two self-tapping screws. Cable ties may also be used to hold the antenna in a secure position.3. Connect the co-ax cable the bottom of the external antenna and screw into place.4. Feed the coaxial cable through the installed cabling conduit and into the loft space of the building, use cable ties to hold the co-axial cable in place. 5. Connect the SMA connector (male) to the upper SMA connector (female) on right hand side of the Enecsys Double Repeater, screw the connector into place in a clockwise direction.6. Secure the external coaxial.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power13© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2.7 Turning the Enecsys Double Repeater onThe Enecsys Double Repeater comes supplied with an external 5V DC power supply. The power adaptor serves as the disconnect device - a socket outlet in accordance to the national wiring codes for the country shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.To turn the Enecsys Double Repeater on feed the power cable through the power cable conduit, attach the 5V DC power supply jack-plug from the power port on the reverse of the Repeater. FIGURE 6.Connecting the Enecsys Double Repeater’s power supply.5V DC IN
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power14© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.2.8 Turning the Enecsys Double Repeater offThe Enecsys Double Repeater comes supplied with a 5V DC external power supply. The power adaptor serves as the disconnect device - a socket outlet in accordance to the national wiring codes for the country shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.FIGURE 7.Disconnecting the Enecsys Double Repeater’s power supply.5V DCDISCONNECT
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power15© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.3. Technical specificationPowerMains Plug-top P.S.U.Input: 100-240V AC 50-60Hz 0.3A.Output; 5V DC, 1.2A. with 2.1mm jack.Table 1: Power adapter.Operating TemperatureTemperature range 10°C to +40°C.Table 2: Operating temperature.Interface SpecificationsEthernet Interface RJ45, 10Base-T or 100Base-TX.Table 3: Interface specification.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power16© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.Life ExpectancyUsable lifetime 12 months warranty.Table 4: Life expectancy.Fixed Internal AntennaRadiating element 1/2 Wave Element.Frequency range 2.4 GHz.Peak gain 2.0 dBi.Polarisation Linear.Connector SMA Male.Dimensions 139 x 13mm.Table 5: Fixed antenna.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power17© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.*External Antenna - For adetailed technical description of installation of the external antenna please refer to external antenna installation guide.*External AntennaRadiating element 1/2 Wave ElementFrequency range 2.4 GHzPeak gain 2.0 dBiPolarisation LinearReturn loss -13 dBConnector SMA MaleDimensions 139 x 13mmTable 6: External Antenna.
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power18© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.4. ComplianceEnecsys Double Repeaters conform to the following compliance codes.IC: 9052A-DEREP01FCC: YIWDEREPEATER0001Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.Changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Enecsys Ltd may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.Electrical Product SafetyIEC 60950-1:2005 (2nd Edition); Am 1:2009; Compliance with National Differences :IEC60950_1B attachment EN60950-1:2006/A11:2009/A1:2010EMCEN 301 489-17 V2.1.1 - ElectroMagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common Technical Requirements.SpectrumEN 300 328 V1.7.1 - (Radio Module) Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM) Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4GHz
DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DDRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRAFT DRADouble Repeater User Manual Intelligent Reliable Power19© ENECSYS 2010. All rights reserved.ISM band and using wideband modulation techniques; Harmonised EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.5. PrintingPlease print this manual once and then keep it in a safe place for future reference. If you intend to dispose of this manual please recycle.
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