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MANUAL, INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION,
DTMAC™ ADVANCED TRACKER CONTROLLER
Document Number:
JULY 2013
R K JUPALLI
REV.
ECO#
DESCRIPTION
DATE
AUTHOR
Preliminary Draft
05/03/13
RK Jupalli
Initial Draft Release
05/31/13
RK Jupalli
Revised Draft
07/03/13
RK Jupalli
SUNPOWER CORPORATION
77 Rio Robles
San Jose CA 95134
1-800-SUNPOWER
www.sunpowercorp.com
DTMAC™ Advanced Tracker Controller
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION MANUAL
© SunPower Corporation
All Rights Reserved
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1.1
Overview ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.2
Safety Procedures ....................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2.1
Radio Frequency Safety ...................................................................................................................... 6
1.2.2 Electrostatic Discharge.............................................................................................................................. 7
1.2.3
Shock Hazards ..................................................................................................................................... 7
1.2.4
Temperature Hazards .......................................................................................................................... 7
1.2.5
Handling Hazards ................................................................................................................................ 7
2.0
Configuring the DTMAC Tracker Controller.................................................................................................... 8
2.1
Mounting the Controller ............................................................................................................................... 8
2.2
Wiring the Controller ................................................................................................................................... 8
2.3
Connecting the East and West Branch Motor Cables .............................................................................. 14
2.4
Smart Motor Configuration Procedure ...................................................................................................... 14
2.4.1
Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 14
2.4.2
Motor Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 14
2.5
Setting Parameters and Verifying Functionality ........................................................................................ 17
2.5.1
Setting System Parameters ............................................................................................................... 19
2.5.2
Verifying Motor and Controller Wiring ................................................................................................ 27
2.5.3
Verifying Array Flatness ..................................................................................................................... 27
2.5.4
Verifying East and West Limits .......................................................................................................... 28
2.6
Configuring a Computer for DTMAC Programming .................................................................................. 29
2.6.1
Overview ............................................................................................................................................ 29
2.6.2
Installing the DTMACterm Application ............................................................................................... 29
Appendix A: PANID Decimal to Binary Switch Position Conversion Tables ........................................................... 33
Appendix B: Remote Access Procedures................................................................................................................ 38
B.1
Overview of Control Interface and Capabilities ......................................................................................... 38
B.2
User Types ................................................................................................................................................ 38
B.3
Accessing the SunPower DTMAC Controller Monitoring Application ....................................................... 40
B.3.1
Logging In .......................................................................................................................................... 40
B.3.2
Viewing Site Information .................................................................................................................... 46
B.3.2.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page .................................................................................... 46
B.3.2.2
Using the Sites Tab Page ........................................................................................................... 49
B.3.2.3
Using the Customers Tab Page ................................................................................................. 52
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Viewing Network Information ............................................................................................................. 55
B.3.3.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page .................................................................................... 55
B.3.3.2
Using the Networks Tab Page .................................................................................................... 57
B.3.3.3
Using the Customers Tab Page ................................................................................................. 60
B.3.3.4
Using the Sites Tab Page ........................................................................................................... 62
B.3.4
Viewing DTMAC Unit Information ...................................................................................................... 63
B.3.4.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page .................................................................................... 63
B.3.4.2
Using the Units Tab Page ........................................................................................................... 66
B.3.4.3
Using the Networks Tab Page .................................................................................................... 69
B.3.5
Using the Graph ................................................................................................................................. 70
B.3.6
Viewing System Status ...................................................................................................................... 77
B.3.7
Viewing and Adding Controller Events .............................................................................................. 79
B.3.7.1
Viewing Controller Events .......................................................................................................... 79
B.3.7.2
Adding Controller Events ............................................................................................................ 80
B.3.8
Setting or Modifying Configuration Parameters ................................................................................. 81
B.3.8.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page .................................................................................... 81
B.3.8.2
Using the Units Tab Page ........................................................................................................... 84
B.3.9
Sending Remote Updates .................................................................................................................. 85
B.3.9.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page .................................................................................... 85
B.3.9.2
Using the Units Tab Page ........................................................................................................... 86
B.3.10
Stowing the Array and Setting the Nighttime Angle ........................................................................... 87
B.3.11
Viewing Recent Updates.................................................................................................................... 89
B.3.11.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page .................................................................................... 89
B.3.11.2
Using the Units Tab Page ........................................................................................................... 90
B.3.12
Viewing Messages ............................................................................................................................. 92
B.3.12.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page .................................................................................... 92
B.3.12.2
Using the Units Tab Page ........................................................................................................... 94
B.3.13
Viewing Alerts .................................................................................................................................... 95
B.3.14
Creating, Editing, and Deleting Customer Information ...................................................................... 99
B.3.15
Creating, Editing, and Deleting Site Information .............................................................................. 101
B.3.16
Creating, Editing, and Deleting Network Information ....................................................................... 104
B.3.17
Assigning DTMAC Units .................................................................................................................. 106
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Editing and Deleting DTMAC Unit Information ................................................................................ 110
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 Overview
The SunPower® Tracker features an embedded computer that controls the movement of the drive unit, which in
turn rotates the torque tubes and optimally positions the CPV modules. The Distributed SunPower Tracker
Monitoring and Control™ (DTMAC) Advanced Tracker Controller is programmed to optimize the angle of incidence
between the sun and the modules. The DTMAC intelligently controls multiple trackers (16) to be synchronous at
the same time.
The DTMAC controller has remote control capability that allows for stowing in adverse weather condition,
equipment monitoring, and system optimization. Remote access procedures that enable monitoring and control of
correctly installed and configured DTMAC units are described in Appendix B.
Here is an inside view of the DTMAC controller (Fig. 1):
PAN-ID DIP
SWITCH
NODE-ID DIP
SWITCH
LOGIC POWER
SUPPLY
E-STOP NC/NO/LED
BLOCKS
MOTOR POWER
SUPPLY
PROGRAMMING
PORT
MOTOR LOGIC
CIRCUIT
BREAKERS
STRING
MONITORING
PORT
MOTOR POWER
CIRCUIT
BREAKERS
GPS PORT
NETBURNER®
MODULE
XBee® ROUTER
MODULE
480VAC CIRCUIT
BREAKER
MODE SWITCH
L3
DIRECTION
SWITCH
L2
CAN-BUS PORT
L1
EARTH
/GND
Fig. 1 Internal view of the DTMAC Solar Tracker Controller
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1.2 Safety Procedures
Important! All personnel must adhere to the following safety procedures when working on the DTMAC controller.
These wiring and configuration instructions are for use by qualified personnel only.
1.2.1 Radio Frequency Safety
 The DTMAC controller product is FCC and IC certified.
 The design of the DTMAC controller complies with the updated standards for safety levels with respect to
human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) emissions adopted by the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) in August 1996.
FCC Notice 15.105:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
FCC Notice 15.21:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment
IC CES-003 - CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B):
This devices complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1.This device may not cause harmful interference;
2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
Cet appareil est conforme à Industrie Canada une licence standard RSS exonérés (s). Son fonctionnement est
soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. Cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d'interférences
2. Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences pouvant provoquer un
fonctionnement indésirable de l'appareil.
Ce produit est conforme aux spécifications d'Industrie Canada.
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1.2.2 Electrostatic Discharge
Warning! Static charge buildup and discharge can damage the DTMAC controller.
To avoid static charge buildup or discharge into the equipment:
 Before touching or connecting a laptop to the DTMAC controller, SunPower recommends discharging the
laptop and yourself by simultaneously holding your laptop and grounding yourself to a metal service that is
connected to earth ground.
 Use a grounding mat when working on the DTMAC controller.
 Use a grounding strap when working on the DTMAC logic board.
1.2.3 Shock Hazards
Warning! Lethal voltages are present in the DTMAC controller box. SunPower recommends not carrying out work
on or near an energized controller. If it’s necessary to work on an electrically active controller, ensure that you use
appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) at all times.
 The DTMAC controller is designed to operate at 380 VAC–480 VAC 3-Phase power. Other voltages are not
compatible.
 The DTMAC controller is designed with finger guards to protect the user from electrical shock. However,
SunPower requires that all personnel working on the equipment wear rubber insulating gloves.
1.2.4 Temperature Hazards
Warning! The temperatures inside the DTMAC enclosure can go well above 70 degrees depending on the
ambient temperatures. The surfaces inside the enclosure can be hot and care must be taken to let the enclosure
cool down and the power must be shut-off before performing any kind of maintenance or installation operations.
 The DTMAC controller is designed to operate in the temperature range of -25 to +60 degrees C.
1.2.5 Handling Hazards
Warning! The DTMAC product needs to be handled properly by able bodied personnel in order to move the
product or during installation, as the product weighs 30lbs and can pose physical harm when dropped or not
handled right. The product also has a hinged cover which needs to be secured before moving or installing the
product.
 The handling and orientation of the DTMAC controller is provided on the field assembly sheets and in this
document.
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2.0 Configuring the DTMAC Tracker Controller
Important! Do not attempt to change any of the DTMAC controller’s specified parameters. Doing so could
dramatically alter system functionality and its ability to gather energy. Contact the DTMAC Monitoring team if you
have questions about controller parameters.
You must wire the DTMAC controller and set the parameters so that the tracking functionality will execute
properly. Once configured, new controllers are administered in the SunPower DTMAC Advanced Tracker
Controller monitoring application to complete the commissioning procedure (refer to Appendix B).
2.1 Mounting the Controller
The DTMAC needs to be mounted to the pier using the two clamps (Fig. 2) which come with the DTMAC
packaging. Mount the DTMAC at the specified height from ground level and at the specified location on the pier,
this information should be obtained from the project drawings. The DTMAC needs to be mounted vertical (Fig. 3)
and it should be facing the geographical direction as specified in the project drawings.
2.2 Wiring the Controller
Before performing the steps in this section, refer to the project drawings to identify the following:
 the controller designated as the “Coordinator” DTMAC for the network
 the controller to be installed with a GPS unit
 the mounting orientation of the DTMAC box and identifying the East, West branch motor wires
 the controller to be installed with a String Monitor connection.
These units have unique hole-drilling and wiring requirements.
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Shipped separately, the DTMAC/TMAC Coordinator Upgrade Kit (SunPower part # 111437) contains components
required for Coordinator conversion of the specified DTMAC unit and to facilitate GPS installation into another
DTMAC:
XBee® Coordinator radio chip
(enclosed in antistatic bag)
 GPS unit (with cable and
modular jack)
 Cable gland for the GPS cable
 GPS Magnetic Mount Kit (with
three attachment screws for the
main unit)
a. Cable gland for the Ethernet
cable
b. Snap-on Ferrite
c. Ferrite Safety Key (used to open
the closed ferrite)
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Important! To minimize the risk of damage to
internal wiring and other components in the
controller box, drill all necessary holes before
attaching wire leads. To reduce fiber dust during
drilling, SunPower recommends that you use a
hole saw.
4”
The DTMAC controller comes preassembled with
the East and West motor wiring branches already
attached.
To connect the wiring to the DTMAC controller:
1. Drill a hole of appropriate size for the input
480VAC power entry cable or conduit (as
specified in the project drawings)
approximately 4″ (10 cm) to the right of the
west branch motor cable entry (Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
2. If the controller you are installing is not the
designated Coordinator DTMAC or GPS unit,
proceed to Step 6.
3. If the controller is the Coordinator DTMAC or
the designated GPS unit, drill another hole to
the left of the east branch motor CAN cable
entry (Fig. 5) according to the following
requirements:
2”
 If the controller is designated as the GPS
unit:
Drill a hole 7/8″ (22 mm) in diameter for the
GPS cord grip (Fig. 5) contained in the
DTMAC Coordinator Upgrade Kit.
Fig. 5
 If the controller has a string monitor board
connection drill a hole 7/8″ (22 mm) in
diameter 2” (5 cm) above and 2” (5 cm) to
the right of the east branch motor CAN
cable entry for the string monitor cord grip
(Fig. 6)
2”
 If the controller is the Coordinator DTMAC:
2”
a. Refer to the electrical wiring diagram to
determine if an outdoor rated Cat 5
Ethernet cable or a specified conduit
fitting is to be installed for Internet
connectivity.
b. If Cat 5 Ethernet cable is to be used,
drill a hole 7/8″ (22 mm) in diameter
Fig. 6
for the cable gland (included in the
kit); if conduit fitting is to be used, drill
a hole of appropriate size for the
conduit that serves as the raceway for
the Ethernet cable (Fig. 5).
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4. Install the cable or conduit fitting for the power
entry wiring provided at the site.
Bring the 3-phase power entry leads out of the
fitting and then land the L1, L2, and L3 leads,
on the correct terminals of the circuit breaker
(Fig. 7, Marked in a Red box). A black label
under the circuit breaker identifies the terminal
locations. The GND wire must be terminated
with a 10-32 ring terminal and mounted at the
grounding stud location. The grounding stud is
marked with the appropriate label.
GROUNDING
STUD
Important! Ensure that you land the wires on
the correct terminals.
Note. There should be ferrules installed on the
power wires.
5. Apply 25 in-lbs (2.8 N-m) torque to all of the
recently attached terminals while securely
holding them against the terminal blocks.
Firmly pull on the wires to make sure that all
are securely attached.
Fig. 7
Only perform Step 6 on the controller designated
as the GPS unit.
GPS CABLE
6. To install the GPS cable:
ETHERNET
CABLE
a. Install the cord grip into the hole for the
GPS cable (to the right of the inclinometer
hole).
STRING
MONITOR
CABLE
b. Hand-tighten the locking nut until it is flush
against the inside wall of the enclosure and
then tighten 1/6 turn with a wrench.
c. Feed 12″ (30.48 cm) of the GPS cable
through the mounted cord grip.
d. Tighten the cord grip dome until it is flush
with the fitting and in contact with the gland
base.
Fig. 8
e. In the box, route the cable between the
lower right PCB standoff and the enclosure
wall. Route the cable counterclockwise
around the lower standoff and under the
PCB. From underneath the PCB, route the
cable to the topside (Fig. 8). Use the cable
holders which come with the DTMAC
packaging to secure the cable to the back
panel and to route the cable.
f. Insert the RJ45 plug into the modular jack
labeled RJ3-GPS (Fig. 8).
Fig. 9
Only perform Steps 7–8 on the controller
designated as the Coordinator DTMAC.
7. To install the Ethernet cable:
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Install the cord grip (if being used) into the hole to
the right of the east branch motor CAN cable entry
hole. Hand-tighten the locking nut until it is flush
against the inside wall of the enclosure and
tighten 1/6 turn with a tool.
If conduit is being used, install the fitting similarly
but tighten 1/2 turn with a tool.
a. Feed the Ethernet cable through the
SunPower provided cable gland (or
conduit—in which case the gland is not
needed) and route the cable between the
front standoff and the enclosure wall (Fig.
8).
b. Coil any excess cable and restrain with the
cable holder or zip tie to maintain isolation
from the power circuits in the enclosure.
Fig. 10
c. Continue to route the cable underneath the
PCB and to the left side of the upper right
standoff (not between the upper standoff
and enclosure wall), and then bring the
cable to the topside of the PCB (Fig. 8).
d. Wrap the cable three times around the
snap-on ferrite (Fig. 9, and Fig. 10) so that
when finished less than one inch of cable
protrudes between the ferrite and the plug
end (Fig. 11).
e. Insert the cable end into the modular jack
on the NetBurner® module (Fig. 12).
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
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8. To install the Coordinator radio chip:
a. Remove the factory-installed XBee® router
module (Fig. 13).
Place an index finger against the router
module’s edge between the DIRECTION
and MODE switches and other index finger
against the opposite edge near the
NetBurner® module. With a slight back and
forth rocking action, slowly lift the pins out
of the socket a small amount each time
(Fig. 14).
Important! Ensure that you handle the
router module carefully to avoid damaging
the antenna attached to the PCB.
Fig. 13
b. Check that the antenna is perpendicular to
the PCB. Carefully straighten the antenna if
needed.
c. Remove the XBee® Coordinator radio chip
from the antistatic bag and position it over
the socket.
d. Make sure that all of the module pins are
aligned with the pin receptacles of the
socket (Fig. 15), and not shifted over by
one pin
e. With a slight back and forth rocking action,
firmly press on both socket rows
simultaneously.
f. Verify that all module pins are directly over
the pin rows of the socket strips (Fig. 15).
The module’s physical shape should
directly coincide with the outline on the
PCB silkscreen overlay. Tug on the wires
gently to ensure that they are properly
seated.
Fig. 14
9. Check all installed cables before closing the
enclosure
Fig. 15
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2.3 Connecting the East and West Branch Motor Cables
There is 1 pair each of the East and West branch motor cables already attached to the DTMAC controller. These
cables have connectors already installed at the external end and need to be connected to the East and West
branch extension cables and to the DC smart motor as per the project drawings.
Warning! The power should be turned OFF at the DTMAC controller by switching the respective circuit breakers
(to which these cables are connected inside the DTMAC controller) to the OFF position, before connecting these
cables to either the motor or the East and West branch extensions.
2.4 Smart Motor Configuration Procedure
The DC Smart motor needs to be pre-configured in order to communicate properly with the DTMAC system..
2.4.1 Overview
In order for the TMAC system to function properly each of the 16 motors must be leveled to a reference tracker
surface datum, given a node ID based on the position in the array of 16 trackers, and have the full operational
range verified. Because this does not require communication with the DTMAC it can be done independently at the
tracker using a PC with a software tool (or skilled operator) that compares a temporary reference sensor to the
motor sensor.
2.4.2 Motor Configuration
In order for the PC to command the motor, the CANbus Y-connector on the motor must be unplugged and the
cable from the PC used in its place. If field power is active the motor power cable can remain in place – otherwise
a mobile 24V supply is required to power up the motor during commissioning.
The PC is used to command the motor to drive to a position where the reference sensor is level (0°) and then a
command is issued for the motor to reset the internal sensor to zero. Due to the use of a hysteresis value when
tracking, the motor must be at least 0.15 deg away from a reference point in order for the motor to attempt a
repositioning move. For this reason the motor is first commanded to drive to +1 deg.
When the motor resets the inclinometer, the setting is stored in non-volatile memory in the sensor and will not be
lost if the power is cycled. A safety feature integrated in the motor firmware will prevent the reset from occurring if
the angle of the internal sensor reads more than 2 degrees. If the reset is attempted beyond 2 degrees the motor
will go into an error state and store the value -20005 in the motor error register (0x3001.0). Figure A shows a
schematic of a potential automated system that an operator can start with a few clicks from an interface along
with the sequence of commands to level the motor. Table 1 lists the logic and communication steps required for
an automated or manual process.
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Ref.
Sensor on
Tracker
Datum
Motor on
Tracker
PC with interface
to motor & ref
sensor
FIGURE A: Automated motor commissioning system tool.
TABLE 1: Motor commissioning steps.
Description
Motor Command or Operation
Operator clicks on “Commission Motor”
Interface button
Ask operator if motor is new (ID =127) or
motor is being re-leveled (old ID must be
given for re-leveling)
Step
User interface input
OLDorNEW variable set
If OLD, Store motor ID as MOTOR_ID
Tracking command sent to motor
SDO-W, NodeID=127, 0x5101.1, 0x05
Motor given setpoint (SP) of +1 deg
SDO-W, NodeID=127, 0x5105.1, 100
SDO-R NodeID=127, 0x5102.1
Monitor motor register MY_STATUS to
know when SP reached.
MY_STATUS register will go from 3 up to 6 or 8
then return to 3 when position reached
When SP reached,
Read ref sensor angle value
Reference sensor read by PC
Read motor sensor angle
SDO-R, NodeID=127, 0x5103.1
Calculate: Motor - Ref = Reset SP
Operator or GUI calc…
Motor given a setpoint = Reset SP
SDO-W, NodeID=127, 0x5105.1, RSP
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SDO-R NodeID=127, 0x5102.1
Monitor MY_STATUS to confirm SP
reached (Alternative monitor motor
velocity for return to zero)
MY_STATUS register will go from 3 up to 6 or 8
then return to 3 when position reached
10
Read ref sensor value, check if abs value
<0.05 deg, ELSE return to step 4
Operator or GUI logic check…
11
If step 11 is true, issue motor inclinometer
reset command
SDO-W, NodeID=127, 0x5101.1, 0x02
12
Check motor error status after 3 sec
IF error status = -20005, leveling was
attempted beyond 2° range. Operator
must check system, then click “Clear
error” button to reattempt leveling starting
at step 3.
SDO-R, NodeID=127, 0x3001.0
13
Reset motor to clear system
Power cycle with cable or via the following SDO
write sequence:
14
User interface input
15
Software check
16
IF this was a new motor (See step 2),
Ask operator for block & tracker number
in order to assign proper Node ID (1-16)
ELSE: Leveling complete, end routine
Check if block and tracker number valid:
between 1&16, no duplicates. If valid and
different by more than 1 from previous
tracker ask user to verify.
SDO-W NodeId_old, 0x2000.1, 0x6E657277
SDO-W NodeId_old, 0x2000.2, NodeId_new
Response may require 2 sec.
Command motor to reassign node ID
17
Reset device afterwards:
SDO-W NodeId_old, 0x2009, 1, 0x6E657277
SDO-W NodeId_old, 0x2009, 2, 0x9999
Save Preset value, RSP, with tracker and
block number to record file
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After the motor is leveled and given a proper node ID, the full range of motion must be verified. If there is any
blockage in the system (such as the hard stop in the slew drive) the motor will likely error out with -4000 (check
error register 0x3001.0). The error must be cleared before the motor will move again. If a hard stop is hit at one of
the maximum extents the motor maximum angle must be changed to prevent repeated errors. Resetting the max
motor angle requires a motor MPU firmware update (see Dunker “Project description file”).
The full operational range test is best performed via the TMAC jog switches as it takes a considerable amount of
time for the motor to complete the 300 degree path while moving at a controlled speed of 4 deg/min (stow to +75
to -75 to stow). Both max positive and negative rotation positions should be verified using the jog switches.
Trackers that hit the hard stop should be fine to rotate to the opposite max extent. Any hard stop hits will be
clearly distinguishable by the orientation the tracker is stuck at when the DTMAC jog switch is cycled back to
stow.
2.5 Setting Parameters and Verifying Functionality
After you install the DTMAC controller, you must assign the controller a node address, level the system, verify
east and west tracking limits, and enter other operational parameters. You must assign a node address, perform
the verifications, and enter the parameters for each DTMAC controller on the site. Once entered, the data is
stored in the non-volatile memory of the DTMAC through an update command.
Important! The GPS device installed in designated DTMAC controllers enables the controller to acquire the
longitude, latitude, and time, and to wirelessly provide the information to the Coordinator DTMAC. The
Coordinator DTMAC then transmits the data to all controllers in the network. Configure the Coordinator and
DTMAC GPS units first so these data can be available as other controllers are configured. A DTMAC controller
without time information will not run in Auto mode.
Note. DTMAC controllers installed with GPS units are usually assigned node address NODEID 1.
You set system parameters by connecting a laptop to the DTMAC controller. The laptop you connect must have
the DTMAC term application installed. The DTMAC term application enables easy configuration of the DTMAC
and quick verification of system functionality.
Important! The laptop you use must be configured for DTMAC programming. Refer to Section 2.5 for the
configuration procedure.
Here is a closer view of the DTMAC controller logic board (Fig. 16):
Fig. 16 DTMAC Tracker controller PCB
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The state of the DTMAC controller can be manipulated with two 3-position rocker switches: the MODE Switch and
the DIRECTION Switch.
The DTMAC controller has three primary operating modes, activated with the MODE Switch:
 AUTO Mode (the middle or neutral position) runs the motor to drive the array that maximizes system power
output (the controller computes the sun’s position and moves the array accordingly)
 MANUAL Mode enables the position of the array to be manually adjusted using the DIRECTION Switch:
o EAST (up) runs the motor to tilt the panels to the east
o OFF (the middle or neutral position) turns the tracker motor off
o WEST (down) runs the motor to tilt the panels to the west
There is a time delay enforced if the DIRECTION Switch is too rapidly moved.
 STOW Mode runs the motor to the preconfigured ‘flat’ position
Important! Before setting parameters, refer to the project drawings to identify the designated Coordinator
DTMAC unit for the network you are configuring. The Coordinator DTMAC unit, located at the closest inverter
station, is hardwired with Ethernet cable to the site access point (refer to Section 2.2, Step 7). Verify that the unit
has the XBee® Coordinator radio chip (marked with a “C“, Fig. 17) instead of the factory-installed XBee® router
module (refer to Section 2.2, Step 8).
Fig. 17
2.5.1 Setting System Parameters
Power on the controller and verify that the LED
marked D_3V near the power supply is lit.
To set the system parameters for each DTMAC
controller:
1. Power down the controller.
2. Refer to the project drawings for the following:
 Network Address (PANID) – the address of
this group of DTMAC units
 Node Address (NODEID) – the address of
the DTMAC being configured
Fig. 18
Important! NODEID 0 is always reserved for
the Coordinator DTMAC unit.
3. Put the MODE Switch in the MANUAL
position.
4. Referring to the Individual Tracker Information
Table, perform the following steps on the
DTMAC address switches:
a. Set the PANID Switch:
All of the controllers in a network have the
same PANID. Set all of the units in that
group to that same PANID using the
following table to convert from PANID
decimal to binary switch position.
PANID Number
(Decimal)
Binary Switch
Position
00000001
00000010
00000011
00000100
00000101
00000110
00000111
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00001000
00001001
10
00001010
The rightmost digit in the Binary Switch
Position value corresponds to the
rightmost binary switch (labeled 8). The
“up” position (towards ON) of each switch
represents a binary 1, and the “down”
position a binary 0 (Fig. 18).
Fig. 19
For example, the PANID Switch is set to
00000011 on a controller that belongs to a
network with PANID 3 (Fig. 18).
Important! To convert PANID decimals 11
to 255 to binary switch position, refer to
Appendix A.
b. Set the NODEID Switch:
 On the Coordinator DTMAC unit, set the
NODEID binary switches to 00000000
(all switches down).
 For all of the remaining DTMAC units
within this PANID, consult the project
drawings for each controller’s assigned
NODEID. Refer to the following table to
convert from NODEID decimal to binary
switch position.
The individual Binary Switch Position
value correlates with the individual
switch positions as you go from left
(switch 1) to right (switch 8) (Fig. 19).
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Number
(Decimal)
Binary Switch
Position
00000001
00000010
00000011
00000100
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00000101
00000110
00000111
00001000
00001001
10
00001010
Fig. 20
For example, the NODEID Switch is set
to 00000101 on the controller that is
assigned NODEID 5 (Fig. 19).
5. Use the USB-A to USB-B cable assembly
to connect the laptop to the controller
through the Programming Port.
6. Start the DTMAC term application.
Note: For Windows 7 users, one need to have
UAC disabled on their system in order for the
virtual COM port drivers to be installed by the
DTMAC.
7. The DTMAC term Select serial port
screen opens (Fig. 20):
 Select the serial port number being used by
your computer for DTMAC term and then
click OK. Skip Steps 8–11 and proceed to
Step 12.
 To determine the serial port number being
used by your computer for DTMAC term,
perform Steps 8–10.
Perform Steps 8–10 the first time you connect the
computer to a DTMAC controller.
Fig. 21
Note. If in future the USB port is used to connect
the computer to another device, it may be
necessary to perform these steps again the next
time you connect your computer to a DTMAC
controller.
8. Navigate to Start, Settings, Control Panel,
System.
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9. In the System Properties window, click
the Hardware tab and then the Device
Manager button (Fig. 21).
10. In the Device Manager window, scroll
down the list until Ports (COM & LPT) is
found. Expand that entry and look for
USB Serial Port (COM?) (Fig. 22). The ?
(question mark) is the port number being
used by your computer for DTMAC term
(in this case, COM4).
11. Return to the DTMAC term Select serial
port screen and select the COM port
identified. Click OK.
12. The DTMAC term main screen appears
with a dialog box that says ‘Unable to
establish communication with DTMAC’.
Disregard the message and click the OK
button. Note that the only activity present
is the Sent counter at the bottom of the
window (Fig. 23).
Fig. 22
13. Turn on the DTMAC circuit breaker.
Fig. 23
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In the DTMACterm main screen, a message
‘Can’t parse firmware version’ may appear but
it can be ignored.
After the DTMAC boots up it may not find time
and date information yet. Note that the
Received counter value indicates the number
of messages that the DTMACterm has
received from the DTMAC (Fig. 24).
Fields under Operating mode indicate when
the DTMAC has fully booted in Manual mode
(Jog) and the GPS has been read (Fig. 25).
Other DTMAC units will get their time
information wirelessly from either the GPS unit
or from the Coordinator DTMAC which gets the
time from an Internet clock. The Motor status
error is normal when the DTMAC is in Manual
mode (Fig. 25).
Fig. 24
Fig. 25
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14. Click the Wireless Network tab in the
File Options bar.
15. In the Wireless Network screen, verify
that the PAN ID and Node ID values
under Local wireless status are the
PANID and NODEID decimals,
respectively, specified in the project
drawings (Fig. 26).
16. Click the Parameters tab.
17. In the Parameters screen, enter (or
select) and verify parameter values:
18. Enter (or select) the parameter values
indicated in the project drawings in the
Position settings and Site parameters
fields (Fig. 27).
Fig. 26
Fig. 27
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To view the description or details of a field,
position your cursor over the field title (Fig.
28).
19. Verify the Site slope, Torque tube slope,
and East–West GCR values.
 Measure the site slope and torque tube
slope using a digital inclinometer.
Measure the E–W GCR using a tape
measure.
 Compare the measurements with the
values in the Site slope, Torque tube
slope, and East–West GCR fields. If
the difference between the measured
value and the entered value is less than
1%, proceed to the next step. If the
difference is 1% or greater, contact the
DTMAC Monitoring team.
Fig. 28
20. When all the parameter values have been
entered and verified, click the Update!
button.
21. A confirmation dialog box appears. Click
OK (Fig. 29).
22. To test the entered data:
a. Power down the controller with the DTMAC
circuit breaker.
b. Close DTMAC term and then re-launch the
application after several seconds.
Fig. 29
c. Wait 10 seconds before powering the
controller back up.
d. At the DTMAC term main screen click the
Tracker tab and then click the Parameters
tab. Verify that the correct values are stored
in the Parameters screen.
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23. Before closing the controller box, verify
that all LEDs (D_S1, D_S2, D_S3, and
D_S4) on the DTMAC PCB are not lit. All
LEDS should be off; otherwise, the
DTMAC will not operate correctly.
When lit, the D_S1 LED indicates that the
controller is in Stow mode; if flashing at 1Hz,
the DTMAC is in Manual.
If the D_S2 LED is flashing, it indicates that the
motor is not under control. Several problems
can cause this condition:
 the motor failed to track
 there is no valid time in the DTMAC
 there is no valid feedback
 the temperature in the DTMAC enclosure is
too high, that is, greater than 70° C
The D_S3 and D_S4 LEDs are reserved for
future use. However if both LEDs are lit, either
there is no software loaded on the Netburner©
module or the DTMAC PCB failed.
Refer to the DTMAC Troubleshooting Guide
for more information.
24. Call or send an email to the DTMAC
Monitoring team to complete the
commissioning procedure and enable
remote control and monitoring for the site.
Provide the site name and location, and
network configuration data indicated in
the project drawings.
Note. You are not required to perform this last
step onsite unless instructed otherwise by the
DTMAC Monitoring team.
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2.5.2 Verifying Motor and Controller Wiring
1. With the controller box powered down and the door open, turn the MODE Switch to MANUAL. Power up the
controller by turning the circuit breaker on.
2. Turn the DIRECTION Switch to EAST. The modules should begin rotating to the east.
If instead the modules rotate west, verify that the correct mount (EAST or WEST) for the installation is selected
in the DTMAC Parameters screen (refer to Section 2.4.1, Step 19). If WEST is selected in the Controller
mount field and the modules still rotate west, inspect the controller’s power terminal blocks and the motor’s
wiring for reversed polarity. Contact SunPower if the wiring for the controller or motor appears incorrect or not
according to the electrical wiring diagrams.
3. Turn the DIRECTION Switch back to OFF (the middle position, neither EAST nor WEST).
2.5.3 Verifying Array Flatness
A Tracker array is considered “flat” when its modules are at a tilt angle of 0°.
1. Turn the MODE Switch to MANUAL.
2. Turn the DIRECTION Switch to the EAST or WEST positions as necessary to move the modules to a visually
horizontal (flat) position.
3. Use an auxiliary digital inclinometer to measure one of the modules at the center of the first row (or place your
level E−W, across a fairly even, stable module near the drive strut on the first row), and then use the
DIRECTION Switch again to manually move the array, until the auxiliary inclinometer (or level) reads exactly
level (or 0° +/− 0.1°).
4. In the DTMAC term screen, click the Parameters tab. Click the Array is flat NOW button.
5. Click the Update! button and then click OK in the confirmation dialog box.
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2.5.4 Verifying East and West Limits
Warning! During the following procedure, ensure that you closely observe the movement of the modules so that
you can use the switches to manually stop the motion if the modules do not stop at 75° or if there is risk of
damage.
1. Turn the MODE Switch to MANUAL.
2. Turn the DIRECTION Switch to EAST.
3. Verify that the modules begin rotating to the east.
4. The modules will eventually stop rotating (this will take approximately 22 minutes if the modules were flat when
you started jogging east). Use a digital inclinometer to verify that the module directly above the controller
inclinometer is at 75° ± 2°. If the angle of the module directly above the controller inclinometer is not 75° ± 2°,
you must replace the controller inclinometer. Contact SunPower.
5. Turn the DIRECTION Switch to WEST.
6. Verify that the modules begin rotating to the west.
7. In approximately 45 minutes the modules will stop. Use a digital inclinometer to verify that the module directly
above the inclinometer is at 75° ± 2°. If the angle of the module directly above the controller inclinometer is not
75° ± 2°, you must replace the controller inclinometer. Contact SunPower.
8. Return the DIRECTION Switch to OFF (middle position, neither EAST nor WEST).
9. Turn the MODE Switch to AUTO. The controller will automatically begin driving the modules to the optimal
position for collecting solar energy. If it’s early morning or late afternoon, do not be alarmed if the tracker starts
moving to the nighttime (stow) position. Observe the AUTO mode behavior for ten minutes to ensure that the
controller parameters are stable.
The Tracker is now operational.
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2.6 Configuring a Computer for DTMAC Programming
Computers used for DTMAC programming must be preconfigured. If the laptop you are using is not
preconfigured, perform the steps in this section.
2.6.1 Overview
Specific software application and hardware enable a computer to communicate with the DTMAC controller:
Software Requirement
Hardware Requirements
 Laptop with USB connection capabilities
DTMAC term application
 USB male A plug to male B mini plug cable
DTMAC term is a SunPower-provided custom application for computer-to-DTMAC communication. A USB/RS232
conversion radio chip is used on the DTMAC PCB to communicate to a computer through the Programming
port.
If you have DTMAC term installed on your computer but the application fails to run, uninstall the application using
the FTClean - Driver Removal Utility and then re-launch the DTMAC term Setup Wizard to install/update/repair
the application. To download and extract the FTClean - Driver Removal Utility zip file, navigate to the FTDI
Utilities web page http://www.ftdichip.com/Support/Utilities.htm. The FTClean - Driver Removal Utility must be run
with Internet connection.
2.6.2 Installing the DTMACterm
Application
The DTMAC term application is available online
through an internal URL. The installer installs both
the DTMAC term software and the required FTDI
driver.
1. Enter http://devDTMAC02/setup.msi in your
web browser.
2. Click Run in the File Download - Security
Warning dialog box (Fig. 30).
Fig. 30
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3. The DTMAC term Setup Wizard launches.
Click Next (Fig. 31).
Fig. 31
4. Select the folder where you want DTMAC term
installed and click Next (Fig. 32).
Fig. 32
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5. Click Install to begin the DTMAC term
installation (Fig. 33).
Fig. 33
6. The Device Driver Installation Wizard launches
(Fig. 34). Click Next.
Fig. 34
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7. Click Finish to complete the Device Driver
Installation (Fig. 35).
Fig. 35
8. Click Finish to exit the DTMAC term Setup
Wizard (Fig. 36).
9. Check that the DTMAC term software icon
appears on your desktop.
Fig. 36
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Appendix A: PANID Decimal to Binary Switch
Position Conversion Tables
Refer to the tables in this appendix to determine the binary switch positions for controllers in networks with PANID
Numbers 11 to 255.
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
11
00001011
26
00011010
41
00101001
12
00001100
27
00011011
42
00101010
13
00001101
28
00011100
43
00101011
14
00001110
29
00011101
44
00101100
15
00001111
30
00011110
45
00101101
16
00010000
31
00011111
46
00101110
17
00010001
32
00100000
47
00101111
18
00010010
33
00100001
48
00110000
19
00010011
34
00100010
49
00110001
20
00010100
35
00100011
50
00110010
21
00010101
36
00100100
51
00110011
22
00010110
37
00100101
52
00110100
23
00010111
38
00100110
53
00110101
24
00011000
39
00100111
54
00110110
25
00011001
40
00101000
55
00110111
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PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
56
00111000
76
01001100
96
01100000
57
00111001
77
01001101
97
01100001
58
00111010
78
01001110
98
01100010
59
00111011
79
01001111
99
01100011
60
00111100
80
01010000
100
01100100
61
00111101
81
01010001
101
01100101
62
00111110
82
01010010
102
01100110
63
00111111
83
01010011
103
01100111
64
01000000
84
01010100
104
01101000
65
01000001
85
01010101
105
01101001
66
01000010
86
01010110
106
01101010
67
01000011
87
01010111
107
01101011
68
01000100
88
01011000
108
01101100
69
01000101
89
01011001
109
01101101
70
01000110
90
01011010
110
01101110
71
01000111
91
01011011
111
01101111
72
01001000
92
01011100
112
01110000
73
01001001
93
01011101
113
01110001
74
01001010
94
01011110
114
01110010
75
01001011
95
01011111
115
01110011
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PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
116
01110100
136
10001000
156
10011100
117
01110101
137
10001001
157
10011101
118
01110110
138
10001010
158
10011110
119
01110111
139
10001011
159
10011111
120
01111000
140
10001100
160
10100000
121
01111001
141
10001101
161
10100001
122
01111010
142
10001110
162
10100010
123
01111011
143
10001111
163
10100011
124
01111100
144
10010000
164
10100100
125
01111101
145
10010001
165
10100101
126
01111110
146
10010010
166
10100110
127
01111111
147
10010011
167
10100111
128
10000000
148
10010100
168
10101000
129
10000001
149
10010101
169
10101001
130
10000010
150
10010110
170
10101010
131
10000011
151
10010111
171
10101011
132
10000100
152
10011000
172
10101100
133
10000101
153
10011001
173
10101101
134
10000110
154
10011010
174
10101110
135
10000111
155
10011011
175
10101111
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PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
176
10110000
196
11000100
216
11011000
177
10110001
197
11000101
217
11011001
178
10110010
198
11000110
218
11011010
179
10110011
199
11000111
219
11011011
180
10110100
200
11001000
220
11011100
181
10110101
201
11001001
221
11011101
182
10110110
202
11001010
222
11011110
183
10110111
203
11001011
223
11011111
184
10111000
204
11001100
224
11100000
185
10111001
205
11001101
225
11100001
186
10111010
206
11001110
226
11100010
187
10111011
207
11001111
227
11100011
188
10111100
208
11010000
228
11100100
189
10111101
209
11010001
229
11100101
190
10111110
210
11010010
230
11100110
191
10111111
211
11010011
231
11100111
192
11000000
212
11010100
232
11101000
193
11000001
213
11010101
233
11101001
194
11000010
214
11010110
234
11101010
195
11000011
215
11010111
235
11101011
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PANID
Number
(Decimal)
Binary
Switch
Position
236
11101100
237
11101101
238
11101110
239
11101111
240
11110000
241
11110001
242
11110010
243
11110011
244
11110100
245
11110101
246
11110110
247
11110111
248
11111000
249
11111001
250
11111010
251
11111011
252
11111100
253
11111101
254
11111110
255
11111111
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Appendix B: Remote Access Procedures
B.1 Overview of Control Interface and Capabilities
Remote access to the DTMAC controller enables better control of the entire network. By accessing the SunPower
DTMAC Advanced Tracker Controller monitoring application, you can perform the following tasks:
 Stowing the array
 Checking array status
 Accessing weather data
 Accessing temperature readings for each DTMAC controller
 Carrying out advanced control functions with outside data
 Performing advanced maintenance functions
 Generating email reports
Note. Most of these functions are add-ons and chargeable to our customers.
B.2 User Types
The DTMAC Monitoring Team assigns user roles to specific employees and third party representatives in order to
execute DTMAC control functions, and perform equipment monitoring and system optimization.
The following user types can access the DTMAC server:
User
Administrator
Description
A SunPower employee assigned unrestricted access to the DTMAC server and
authorized to execute the following functions for all monitored sites:
 Commissioning a DTMAC controller (full remote configuration)
 Setting specific controller parameters (minimal remote configuration)
 Full remote operation
 Minimal remote operation
 Changing controller firmware
 Locating a DTMAC
 Creating and managing customer, site, network, and DTMAC information
 Accessing detailed views of all objects using admin tabs
 Creating and managing user accounts
Supervisor
A SunPower employee assigned permission to execute the following functions for a
specific site or sites, or all monitored sites:
 Commissioning a DTMAC controller
 Setting specific controller parameters
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 Full remote operation
 Minimal remote operation
 Locating a DTMAC
 Editing customer, site, network, and DTMAC information
 Accessing detailed views of all objects using admin tabs
 Creating and managing user accounts
Operator
Viewer
A SunPower employee assigned permission to set specific controller parameters
(minimal remote configuration) and execute select operational commands (minimal
remote operation) for a specific, or all, monitored sites.
A SunPower employee or an authorized third party representative assigned permission
to view customer or site information, or both.
Important! All users have the option to subscribe to daily email alerts for a monitored site or sites. To subscribe
to daily email alerts, contact the SunPower Operations and Maintenance Department. Only an administrator user
can enable this option for another user.
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B.3 Accessing the SunPower DTMAC Controller
Monitoring Application
Important! To access the SunPower DTMAC Advanced Tracker Controller monitoring application, you need login
credentials. Contact the SunPower Operations and Maintenance Department to have an account set up for you
and assign user permissions as necessary.
B.3.1 Logging In
To log in to the application:
1. Navigate to the SunPower DTMAC Advanced Tracker Controller monitoring website
http://dtmac.sunpowermonitor.com
2. On the DTMAC Log In page, enter your username and password in the Login and Password fields,
respectively and click Log in.
DTMAC Log In page
Note. Passwords are case sensitive.
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3. The application’s main page opens (Fig. B1).
Fig. B1
Important! To administrator and supervisor users, the main page is displayed as the DASHBOARD tab page.
Dashboard options refer to selections of contents for display on the main page. The DASHBOARD and six
other tabs in the header of the page are collectively referred to as administrator or admin tabs.
To help you begin using the DTMAC application, the main page elements are described in the following table.
Page Element
Description
SunPower logo
Click to refresh or return to the main or DASHBOARD tab page.
Administrator tabs
The seven tabs in the header of the page are available only to
administrator and supervisor users.
 The DASHBOARD tab page is the main page and contains the Options
and Search buttons, the site list, and the lists of DTMACs per site that
have alerts. This page enables you to open the site-, network-, and
DTMAC unit-level views through links on the page.
 The CUSTOMERS tab page is the Customer page and contains the list
of customers whose tracker systems are monitored through the
DTMAC application. Links on this page enable you to perform the
following:
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o Create new customer profiles
o View, edit, or delete customer information
o Open the Site for [Customer name] window that contains the site
list for the selected customer, and links that enable you to view, edit,
or delete site information
 The SITES tab page is the Site page and contains the list of all
monitored sites. Links on this page enable you to perform the following:
o Create new site profiles
o View, edit, or delete site information
o Open the Update [Customer name] window to set options for
automatic email reporting for the customer
o Open the Network for [Site name] window to view the network list
for the selected site, and to view, edit, or delete network information
o Open the Update DTMAC:locked, Wireless:locked window to
enter or select DTMAC and wireless lock settings
o Send a command to stow the entire site
 The NETWORKS tab page is the Network page and contains the list of
all monitored networks. Links on this page enable you to perform the
following:
o Create new network profiles
o View, edit, or delete network information
o Open the Update [Site name] window to update site information
o Open the Unit for [Network name] to view the list of DTMACs in
the network; view, edit, or delete DTMAC unit information; view
messages and updates for a DTMAC in the network; and map or
connect a DTMAC unit to a Maximo ID
 The UNITS tab page is the Unit page and contains the list of all
monitored DTMACs. Links on this page enable you to perform the
following:
o Create new DTMAC unit profiles
o View, edit, or delete DTMAC unit information
o View messages and updates for a DTMAC
o Map or connect a DTMAC unit to a Maximo ID
o Open the Update [Network name] window to update network
information
o Open the window that contains the REMOTE UPDATE FOR
[DTMAC UNIT] and COMMISSIONING forms to set or change the
controller’s configuration parameters
 The USERS tab page is the User page and contains the list of all the
authorized users of the DTMAC application. Links on this page enable
you to perform the following:
o Create new user accounts
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o View, edit, or delete user information
o Open the Role for [User name] window to create a new role or
roles for the selected user; and view, edit, or delete role or roles
o Change another user’s password
 The ROLES tab page is the Usertype page and contains the list of user
types and functions assigned to users of the application
Logged in as [login name]
Indicates that access is authorized for the login name displaying; click the
login name to view user information in the Show User window
Logout
Link to log out of the DTMAC application
Account
Link to the EDIT ACCOUNT SETTINGS FOR [USER NAME] and
CHANGE PASSWORD FOR [USER NAME] screens on the USERS tab
page
ALERT: [No. of] UNMAPPED
UNITS
Link to the form for Maximo Mappings on the UNITS tab page
Options button
Enables you to change view options on the main or DASHBOARD tab
page
Search button
Enables you to filter the site list by a site name
Site list
Lists all monitored sites.
Note. This functionality is available to administrator and supervisor users
only.
Click the site name to expand the pane. The expanded pane contains links
to the site-, network-, and DTMAC unit-level views on the main or
DASHBOARD tab page.
UNITS WITH PROBLEMS
DURING THE LAST 24
HOURS:
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Lists sites with DTMAC units that have alerts, both occurring and
persistent.
Click the site name to open the site-level view; click the DTMAC unit name
to open the unit-level view.
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To filter the lists on the main page such that only the sites with alerts are displayed:
1. Click Options in the upper left of the page.
2. Select (or check) the Show only errors? check box in the Dashboard Options window and then click Save
changes (Fig. B2).
Fig. B2
3. Click Reload Page in the confirmation window (Fig. B3).
Fig. B3
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4. The main page displays the filtered lists showing the sites with alerts during the last 24 hours (Fig. B4).
Sites that have DTMAC units with persistent alerts (more than 24 hours) are also included in the list.
Fig. B4
To view the full list of all monitored sites, click Options and then clear (uncheck) the Show only errors? in the
Dashboard Options window before saving the changes and reloading the page.
Important! The site list includes a grouping of new controllers that have yet to be assigned to a site or
network, or both. New controllers are grouped under Uncategorized units TZ:-08:00. To assign a new
controller to a site or network (or both), refer to Section B.3.17.
Note. The Uncategorized units TZ:-08:00 shows up in the site list for administrator and supervisor users
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B.3.2 Viewing Site Information
You can view site information through links that display the site-level view on the main or DASHBOARD tab page,
and in the Show Site window that you can open through links on the Customer and Site pages.
B.3.2.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page
To view site information on the main or DASHBOARD tab page:
1. Click the name of the site in the site list (Fig. B5).
Fig. B5
If the site you want to view has an alert, locate the site name in the UNITS WITH PROBLEMS DURING THE
LAST 24 HOURS: section and click the site name link to open the site-level view (Fig. B6).
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Fig. B6
2. In the expanded pane for the selected site, click the site name link to display the site-level view. The site
information is at the topmost section of the page (Fig. B7).
Fig. B7
To view the site location map in a separate window, click the marker on the map.
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3. View the site information.
Information
Description
Local time
Real-time, 12-hour format local time with AM/PM
Customer
Name of the customer
Time Zone
The time zone in text
NWS Stow
The National Weather Service Stow Enable indicator—ON
indicates NWS is enabled; OFF, disabled.
Stow and unstow parameters are defined in the Stow and Unstow
Configuration retrospect.
Stow Status
Stow Configuration
Unstow configuration
Current system status
Defines the parameters at which the controller will stow the panels
Defines the parameters at which the controller will allow the
panels to resume normal operations
4. Use the sections in the site-level view to perform remote monitoring and control functions:
Section
Description
GRAPHS
Enables you to plot site-level data, both current and historical;
for more information about graph types and procedure, refer to
Section B.3.5.
REMOTE UPDATES
Enables you to send commands to the controller to either stow
or move the tracker to the nighttime position, and to set the
nighttime angle for all units at the site
Refer to Section B.3.10.
COMPARE UNIT CONFIGURATIONS
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Enables you to view parameter settings for each DTMAC at
the site and compare parameters between controllers
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B.3.2.2
Using the Sites Tab Page
To view site information on the SITES tab page:
1. Click the SITES tab to open the Site page (Fig. B8).
Fig. B8
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2. Look for the site name under the Name column. Use the scroll bar and page selector at the bottom of the page
as necessary. Alternately, you can filter the list by using the search function. Click Search and enter any part
of the site name (for example, Rancho) in the Search Terms field and then click Search (Fig. B9).
Fig. B9
3. The page displays the filtered list based on the search entry (Fig. B10). Click Show under the last (untitled)
column to display the site information.
Fig. B10
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4. View the site information in the Show Site window (Fig. B11).
Fig. B11
Click Close or the X button to close the Show Site window. Click Reset to display the complete site list.
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B.3.2.3
Using the Customers Tab Page
To view site information on the CUSTOMERS tab page:
1. Click the CUSTOMERS tab to open the Customer page (Fig. B12).
Fig. B12
2. Look for the customer name under the Name column. If it is a big list, use the search function to filter the list.
3. To open the Site for [Customer name] window, click the site link under the Sites column for the customer
row (Fig. B13).
Fig. B13
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4. In the Site for [Customer name] window, look for the site name under the Name column or click Search (at
the top right corner of the window) to filter the list by the site name. Click Show under the last (untitled) column
to display the site information (Fig. B14).
Fig. B14
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5. View the site information in the Show Site window (Fig. B15).
Fig. B15
6. Click Close or the X button to close the Show Site window. Click the CUSTOMERS tab to refresh the page.
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B.3.3 Viewing Network Information
You can view network information through links that display the network-level view on the main or DASHBOARD
tab page, and in the Show Network window that you can open through links on the Customer, Site, and Network
pages.
B.3.3.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page
To view network information on the main or DASHBOARD tab page:
1. Click the site name in the site list.
2. In the expanded pane for the selected site, click the network name link to display the network-level view. The
network information is at the topmost section of the page (Fig. B16).
Fig. B16
To view the site location map in a separate window, click the marker on the map.
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3. View the network information.
Information
Description
Local time
Real-time, 12-hour format local time with AM/PM
Customer
Name of the customer
Site
The site name
Note. The site name is an active link. Click to view the site
information (refer to Section B.3.2).
Time Zone
PAN ID
NWS Stow
The time zone in text
The tracker group address used by the network communication
The National Weather Service Stow Enable indicator—ON
indicates NWS is enabled; OFF, disabled.
Stow and unstow parameters are defined in the Stow and Unstow
configuration retrospect.
Stow Status
Stow Configuration
Unstow configuration
Current system status
Defines the parameters at which the controller will stow the panels
Defines the parameters at which the controller will allow the
panels to resume normal operations
4. Use the sections in the network-level view to perform monitoring functions:
Section
Description
GRAPHS
Enables you to plot network-level data, both current and
historical; for more information, refer to Section B.3.5.
COMPARE UNIT CONFIGURATIONS
Enables you to view parameter settings for each DTMAC at
the site and compare parameters between controllers
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B.3.3.2
Using the Networks Tab Page
To view network information on the NETWORKS tab page:
1. Click the NETWORKS tab to open the Network page (Fig. B17).
Fig. B17
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2. Look for the site and network names under the Site and Name columns, respectively. Use the scroll bar and
page selector at the bottom of the page as necessary. Alternately, you can filter the list by using the search
function. Click Search and enter any part of the site or network name (for example, Sonoma) in the Search
Terms field and then click Search (Fig. B18).
Fig. B18
3. The page displays the filtered list based on the search entry (Fig. B19). The searched network or all networks
in the searched site are listed on the page. Click Show under the last (untitled) column to display the network
information for the network you want to view.
Fig. B19
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4. View the network information in the Show Network window (Fig. B20).
Fig. B20
5. Click Close or the X button to close the Show Network window. Click Reset to display the complete network
list.
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B.3.3.3
Using the Customers Tab Page
To view network information on the CUSTOMERS tab page:
1. Click the CUSTOMERS tab to open the Customer page.
2. Look for the customer name under the Name column and then click the site link for the customer under the
Sites column. The Site for [Customer name] window opens (Fig. B21).
Fig. B21
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3. Locate the site under the Name column and then click the network link for the site under the Networks
column. The Network for [Site name] window appears (Fig. B22).
Fig. B22
4. Locate the network under the Name column and then click Show under the rightmost column. The Show
Network window appears (Fig. B23).
Fig. B23
5. Click Close or the X button to close the windows.
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B.3.3.4
Using the Sites Tab Page
To view network information on the SITES tab page:
1. Click the SITES tab to open the Site page.
2. Locate the site name under the Name column and then click the network link for the site under the Networks
column. The Network for [Site name] window opens (Fig. B24).
Fig. B24
3. Locate the network under the Name column and then click Show under the rightmost column. The Show
Network window appears (Fig. B25).
Fig. B25
4. Click Close or the X button to close the windows.
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B.3.4 Viewing DTMAC Unit Information
You can view DTMAC unit information through links that display the unit-level view on the main or DASHBOARD
tab page, and in the Show Unit window that you can open through links on the Network and Unit pages.
B.3.4.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page
To view DTMAC unit information on the main or DASHBOARD tab page:
1. Click the site name in the site list.
2. In the expanded pane for the selected site, click the DTMAC unit link to display the unit-level view. The
information about the selected DTMAC unit is at the topmost section of the page (Fig. B26).
Fig. B26
To view the site location map in a separate window, click the marker on the map.
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3. View the DTMAC unit information.
Information
Description
Local time
Real-time, 12-hour format local time with AM/PM
Customer
Name of the customer
Site
The site name
Note. The site name is an active link. Click to view the site
information (refer to Section B.3.2).
Time Zone
Network
The time zone in text
The name of the network to which the DTMAC unit belongs
Note. The network name is an active link. Click to view the
network information (refer to Section B.3.3).
Maximo Id
The description or name of the DTMAC used as identifier for
reporting in Maximo
GPS
GPS is enabled (or On) when a GPS receiver and antenna is
installed into the DTMAC unit
PAN ID
The tracker group address
Node ID
The individual tracker network address
Mac
Assembly
Stowed Status
NWS Stow
This address is programmed at the factory in the network interface
and cannot be changed
[To be added]
Current system status
The National Weather Service Stow-Enable indicator—ON
indicates NWS is enabled; OFF, disabled.
Stow and unstow parameters are defined in the Stow and Unstow
configuration retrospect.
Stow configuration
Unstow configuration
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Defines the parameters at which the controller will stow the panels
Defines the parameters at which the controller will allow the
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4. Use the sections in the unit-level view to perform remote monitoring and control functions:
Section
Description
GRAPHS
Enables you to plot unit-level data, both current and historical;
for more information about graph types and procedure (refer
to Section B.3.5)
SYSTEM STATUS
Enables you to view details of system status indicators by
message types (refer to Section B.3.6)
CONTROLLER EVENTS
Enables you to view and add details of event reports for the
controller (refer to Section B.3.7)
REMOTE UPDATES
Enables you to perform the following tasks:
 Set or modify controller parameters
 Send commands to the controller to either stow or move
the tracker to the nighttime position
 Set the nighttime angle for all units at the site
Refer to Section B.3.8, Section B.3.9, and Section B.3.10.
RECENT UPDATES
Enables you to view records of updates, changes, and
upgrades done for the controller
Refer to Section B.3.11.
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B.3.4.2
Using the Units Tab Page
To view DTMAC unit information on the UNITS tab page:
1. Click the UNITS tab to open the Unit page (Fig. B27).
Fig. B27
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2. Locate the DTMAC unit by its name, Maximo ID, or Mac address under the Name, Maximo, or Mac column,
respectively, and the name of the network to which the controller belongs. Use the scroll bar or page selector
at the bottom of the page as necessary.
Alternately, you can filter the list by using the search function. Click Search and enter the controller unit name,
Maximo ID, or Mac address (for example, Maximo ID MO726_A1_TRK-2) in the Search Terms field and then
click Search (Fig. B28).
Fig. B28
3. The page displays the filtered list based on the search entry (Fig. B29). Click Show under the last (untitled)
column to display the DTMAC unit information.
Fig. B29
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4. View the DTMAC unit information in the Show Unit window (Fig. B30).
Fig. B30
5. Click Close or the X button to close the Show Unit window. Click Reset to display the complete unit list.
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B.3.4.3
Using the Networks Tab Page
To view DTMAC unit information on the NETWORKS tab page:
1. Click the NETWORKS tab to open the Network page.
2. Locate the site and network names under the Site and Name columns, respectively. Use the search function
to filter the list by the network name.
3. Click the DTMAC unit link under the Units column to open the Unit for [Network name] window (Fig. B31).
Fig. B31
4. Click Show within the row for the DTMAC unit you want to view. The Show Unit window appears (Fig. B32).
Fig. B32
5. Click Close or the X button to close the windows.
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B.3.5 Using the Graph
On the main or DASHBOARD tab page, you can plot the following graph types for a site, network, or DTMAC
unit:
Level
Site
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Graph type
Description
Motor history
Plots motor position against programmed setpoint
values for each tracker in the site
Motor ontime
Plots the amount of time that the motor is turned on
for each tracker in the site
Motor cycles
Plots the number of times that the motor is
switched on and off for each tracker in the site
Motor errors
Plots the differential between motor position and
setpoint values for each tracker in the site
Torque-tube slope
Plots the torque tube Pitch against Roll for each
tracker in the site
Current wireless signal
strength
Plots current minimum, maximum, and average
signal strength values (in dB) for each tracker in
the site
Wireless signal strength
history
Plots historical signal strength values (in dB) for
each tracker in the site
Enclosure temperature
Plots temperature values inside the control cabinet
and the ambient temperature forecasted by the
Global Forecast System (GFS) for each tracker in
the site
Enclosure temperature rise
Plots the rise in temperature from ambient for each
tracker in the site
Ambient temperature forecast
history
Plots the ambient temperature forecast for the
current 24 hours for the site
Ambient temperature forecast
Plots the ambient temperature forecast for the next
three days for the site
Wind forecast history
Plots wind and gust speed forecast for the site
Wind forecast
Plots wind and gust speed forecast for the next
three days for the site
Cloud cover forecast history
Plots cloud cover and relative humidity forecast for
the current 24 hours for the site
Cloud cover forecast
Plots cloud cover and relative humidity forecast for
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the next three days for the site
Network
DTMAC Unit
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UV-B downward solar flux
forecast history
Plots the UV-B solar flux and clear sky solar flux
forecast for the current 24 hours for the site
UV-B downward solar flux
forecast
Plots the UV-B solar flux and clear sky solar flux
forecast for the next three days for the site
Analog standard deviation
Plots the analog input deviation in millivolts for the
site
Motor history
Plots motor position against programmed setpoint
values for each tracker within the network
Motor ontime
Plots the amount of time that the motor is turned on
for each tracker attached to the DTMAC
Coordinator unit
Motor cycles
Plots the number of times that the motor is
switched on and off for each tracker within the
network (attached to the DTMAC Coordinator unit)
Motor errors
Plots the differential between motor position and
setpoint values for each tracker within the network
Torque-tube slope
Plots the torque tube Pitch against Roll for each
tracker within the network
Current wireless signal
strength
Plots current minimum, maximum, and average
signal strength values (in dB) for each tracker
within the network
Wireless signal strength
history
Plots historical signal strength values (in dB) for
each tracker within the network
Enclosure temperature
Plots temperature values inside the control cabinet
and the ambient temperature forecasted by GFS
for each tracker within the network
Enclosure temperature rise
Plots the rise in temperature from ambient for each
tracker within the network
Analog standard deviation
Plots the analog input deviation in millivolts for
each tracker within the network
Motor history
Plots motor position against programmed setpoint
values for each tracker
Motor ontime
Plots the direction and the amount of time the
tracker motor is turned on
Motor cycles
Plots the number of times the tracker motor is
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Motor errors
Plots the differential between the motor position
and setpoint values for each tracker
Torque-tube slope
Plots the torque tube Pitch against Roll for each
tracker
Wireless signal strength
Plots current minimum, maximum, and average
signal strength values (in dB) for each tracker
Enclosure temperature
Plots the enclosure temperature and ambient
temperature for each tracker
Sun position
Plots the position of the sun
Server history
Plots the quality of connection to the DTMAC
Admin Server for each tracker
Server performance
Plots the transaction time in milliseconds from the
server
Wireless RX
Plots the quality of received data
Wireless AT
Plots the quality of the transmitted data on the
wireless network
Wireless TX
Plots the quality of transmitted data to the DTMAC
Admin Server
Analog limit
Plots the minimum and maximum analog limits in
millivolts for the tracker
Analog standard deviation
Plots the analog input deviation in millivolts for the
tracker
To illustrate, perform the following steps to view on the graph the motor position error data for a DTMAC unit—for
example, Center-East (M0338_AREA01_TRK05 PN:1/0) installed at Sonoma Water District TZ:-08:00—over the
last three days.
1. On the main or DASHBOARD tab page, click Sonoma Water District TZ:-08:00 in the site list.
2. In the expanded pane for the site, click Center-East (M0338_AREA01_TRK05 PN:1/0).
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3. In the GRAPHS section, select Motor errors in the Graph type drop-down list (Fig. B33).
Note. The GRAPHS section is right below the Unit: [DTMAC Unit] section. Use the scroll bar on the right side
of the page.
Fig. B33
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4. View the MOTOR POSITION ERROR graph for Center-East (M0338_AREA01_TRK05 PN:1/0) (Fig. B34).
Check the days for which you are viewing data indicated above the GRAPHS title bar.
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5. To view older data, move the left-end square of the slider to the left. At a time, you can plot up to three days’
worth of data. To view data two or a day at a time, decrease the width of the slider by moving the right-end
square to the left (Fig. B35). The message Graph does not show current data is displayed if the graph
currently plotted is for historical data.
Fig. B35
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To view graph data for a site or network, click the site or network name link to display the site- or network-level
view, respectively, and then select a graph type in the Graph type drop-down list.
Fig. B36 shows Sonoma Water District TZ:-08:00 selected as site view and the site-level Graph type options.
Fig. B36
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B.3.6 Viewing System Status
On the main or DASHBOARD tab page, you can view system status indicators by message types for each
DTMAC unit:
1. In the site list, click the site name and then the DTMAC unit link to display the unit-level view.
2. Scroll down to the SYSTEM STATUS section (below the GRAPHS section) where message types are listed
according to when each was last received (Fig. B37).
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3. To view the details of a message type—for example, Inclinometer status (102), click the
under the LAST RECEIVED column to expand the row (Fig. B38).
(Expand) button
Fig. B38
4. Click the
(Collapse) button to hide the details.
5. Perform Steps 3–4 to view the details of other message types.
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B.3.7 Viewing and Adding Controller Events
On the main or DASHBOARD tab page, you can view details of controller events for each DTMAC unit.
B.3.7.1
Viewing Controller Events
1. In the site list, click the site name and then the DTMAC unit link to display the unit-level view.
2. Scroll down to the CONTROLLER EVENTS section where controller events are listed according to when they
were last received (Fig. B39).
Fig. B39
3. To view the details of a controller event—for example, the event report at the top of the list, click the
(Expand) button under the LAST RECEIVED column to expand the row (Fig. B40).
Fig. B40
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4. Click the
(Collapse) button to hide the details.
5. Perform Steps 3–4 to view the details of other controller events.
B.3.7.2
Adding Controller Events
1. Scroll down to the bottom of the CONTROLLER EVENTS section.
2. Click Add event.
3. Enter the controller event report in the Explore User Prompt screen and then click OK (Fig. B41).
Fig. B41
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B.3.8 Setting or Modifying Configuration Parameters
Important! Each controller is programmed to check the DTMAC server for updates approximately every 5
minutes. Ensure that you carefully enter and verify values before sending a remote command to set or modify a
controller’s configuration parameters.
You enter or select values to configure or send updates to the controller through a screen that contains the
REMOTE UPDATE FOR [DTMAC UNIT] and COMMISSIONING forms. The screen can be accessed through
links on the main and Unit pages.
B.3.8.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page
To set or modify controller configuration parameters:
1. In the site list, click the site name and then the DTMAC unit link to display the unit-level view.
2. Scroll down to the REMOTE UPDATES section.
3. Click Remote update (Fig. B42).
Fig. B42
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4. The screen with the REMOTE UPDATE FOR [DTMAC UNIT] and COMMISSIONING forms appears (Fig.
B43).
Fig. B43
Enter or select the following under the COMMISSIONING section and then click Save changes at the lower
right of the screen:
Site configuration from server?:
Select this check box after you enter all values in the
parameter fields and before you click Save changes.
Site as-built parameters
Latitude:
Enter latitude coordinates.
Longitude:
Enter longitude coordinates.
Site slope:
Enter the site slope.
Torque tube slope:
Enter the slope of the fully installed torque tubes.
The value is positive when the south end of the array
is lower than the north.
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N/S misalignment:
Enter the number of degrees by which the torque
tube alignment is off from true N–S. If the value is
positive, the tube alignment is clockwise from true
N–S when assessed from overhead.
East/west GCR:
Enter the percentage of total ground surface taken
up by the system when viewed from above with the
modules flat. A smaller GCR means that modules
are proportionally farther apart. GCR should typically
be in the range of 0.35 for a ground-mounted
system, and 0.50 for an elevated system.
End of the tracker on which the DTMAC is
mounted
Select the side of the array on which the drive unit is
installed.
Important! Always select WEST for T20 Trackers.
High-wind stow
Stow position
Enter the number of degrees at which the modules
are positioned during high wind.
Stow on disconnect?
Select this check box to command the controller to
stow the tracker 24 hours after loss of network
connection.
Nighttime behavior
Nighttime position
Enter the number of degrees at which the modules
are positioned and at which they remain overnight.
Alternate nights?
Select this check box to command the controller to
set the tracker at the nighttime position on even/odd
days.
Motor
Deadband
Enter the deadband value.
Hysteresis
Enter the hysteresis value.
Debug
Status interval:
Enter the value that corresponds to the number of
minutes between status messages. A status interval
of 0 (typical) corresponds to default interval of 15
minutes.
Configure additional error reporting:
Select a preference for error reporting.
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B.3.8.2
Using the Units Tab Page
To set or modify controller configuration parameters:
1. Click the UNITS tab to open the Unit page.
2. Locate the DTMAC unit using the search function. Enter the controller name, Maximo ID, or Mac address in
the Search Terms field and click Search.
3. Click the version link under the Force column to open the window that contains the REMOTE UPDATE FOR
[DTMAC UNIT] and COMMISSIONING forms (Fig. B44).
Fig. B44
4. Enter or select values in the COMMISSIONING form and save the changes (refer to table of parameters in this
section).
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B.3.9 Sending Remote Updates
Important! Each controller is programmed to check the DTMAC server for updates approximately every 5
minutes. Ensure that you carefully enter settings or verify parameters before sending an operational command to
the controller.
You enter or select values to configure or send updates for a controller through a screen that contains the
REMOTE UPDATE FOR [DTMAC UNIT] and COMMISSIONING forms. The screen can be accessed through
links on the main and Unit pages.
B.3.9.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page
To send updates for a controller using the main or DASHBOARD tab page:
1. In the site list, click the site name and then the DTMAC unit link to open the unit-level view.
2. Scroll down to the REMOTE UPDATES section and click Remote update.
3. Select check boxes or enter values in the REMOTE UPDATE FOR [DTMAC UNIT] form in the screen (Fig.
B45). Click Save changes to commit the information and send the command.
Fig. B45
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Send tracker to stow position?
Select this check box to send the command to the
controller to place the tracker unit in Stow at an angle
entered in the Stow position field in the High-Wind
Stow section under COMMISSIONING.
Send tracker to normal nighttime position?
Select this check box to send the command to the
controller to place the tracker in the normal nighttime
position. The tracker will remain in this nighttime
position until you clear (deselect) this check box.
Forced to stow from weather forecast?
Select this check box to send the command to the
controller to place the tracker unit in nighttime
position at an angle indicated in the Nighttime
behavior section under COMMISSIONING.
If the Enable automatic unstow after wind abates?
is set to False in the configuration for the site, this
must be unset manually to allow the unit to continue
operating normally.
Error reset?
Select this check box to reset errors in the controller.
Reboot controller?
Select this check box to reboot the controller.
Warning! Use this command only when authorized
personnel are onsite.
Desired firmware version:
B.3.9.2
Enter the firmware version to remotely send a
firmware upgrade to the controller.
Using the Units Tab Page
To send updates for a controller using the UNITS tab page:
1. Click the UNITS tab to open the Unit page.
1. Locate the DTMAC unit using the search function. Enter the controller name, Maximo ID, or Mac address in
the Search Terms field and click Search.
2. Click the version link under the Force column to open the window that contains the REMOTE UPDATE FOR
[DTMAC UNIT] and COMMISSIONING forms.
3. Enter or select values in the REMOTE UPDATE FOR [DTMAC UNIT] form in the screen (refer to table of
parameters in this section). Click Save changes to commit the information.
4. To verify the update after the periodic check between the controller and the DTMAC server, refer to Section
B.3.11.
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B.3.10
Stowing the Array and Setting the Nighttime Angle
On the main or DASHBOARD tab page, you can send the command to stow or move an array to the nighttime
position, and set the nighttime angle for an array.
1. In the site list, click the site name and then the site name link to open the site-level view.
2. Scroll down to the REMOTE UPDATES section.
 To stow the array:
a. Click STOW (Fig. B46).
Fig. B46
b. Click OK in the confirmation window (Fig. B47).
Fig. B47
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 To move the array to the nighttime position:
a. Click NIGHT.
b. Click OK in the confirmation window (Fig. B48).
Fig. B48
 To set the nighttime angle for the array:
a. Click Set nighttime angle.
b. Enter the nighttime position in the Explorer User Prompt screen and click OK (Fig. B49).
Fig. B49
Important! You can also send these commands using the REMOTE UPDATES section in the unit-level view for
any DTMAC installed in the site. To open the unit-level view, refer to Section B.3.4.
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B.3.11
Viewing Recent Updates
Updates for a DTMAC include records of changes in the controller configuration parameters, and both the
requested and executed operational commands. You can view recent updates for a DTMAC unit on the main and
Unit pages.
B.3.11.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page
1. In the site list, click the site name and then the DTMAC unit link to open the unit-level view.
2. Scroll down to the RECENT UPDATES section (Fig. B50).
Fig. B50
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B.3.11.2
Using the Units Tab Page
1. Click the UNITS tab to open the Unit page.
2. Locate the DTMAC unit using the search function. Enter the controller unit name, Maximo ID, or Mac address
in the Search Terms field and click Search.
3. Click Updates under the last column to open the Forcehistory for [DTMAC unit] window (Fig. B51).
Fig. B51
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4. Click Show under the rightmost column to view the details of each row of update in the Force data window
(Fig. B52).
Fig. B52
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B.3.12
Viewing Messages
Messages for a DTMAC consist of event and boot reports, flash status, and the different types of system status
indicators. You can view messages for a controller through links on the main and Unit pages.
B.3.12.1
Using the Main or Dashboard Tab Page
1. In the site list, click the site name and then the DTMAC unit link to open the unit-level view.
2. Scroll down to the GRAPHS section and click the Messages button below the graph area (Fig. B53).
Fig. B53
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3. The Message page opens in a separate window (Fig. B54).
Fig. B54
4. Click Show under the rightmost column to view the details of each message type (Fig. B55).
Fig. B55
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B.3.12.2
Using the Units Tab Page
1. Click the UNITS tab to open the Unit page.
2. Locate the DTMAC unit using the search function. Enter the controller unit name, Maximo ID, or Mac address
in the Search Terms field and click Search.
3. Click Messages under the last column to open the Message for [DTMAC unit] window (Fig. B56).
Fig. B56
4. Click Show under the rightmost column to view the details of each message type.
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B.3.13
Viewing Alerts
Upon logging in, the main or DASHBOARD tab page displays the site list (on the left) and the lists of DTMACs
per site that have alerts (Fig. B57). The lists under UNITS WITH PROBLEMS DURING THE LAST 24 HOURS:
also include units that have persistent alerts (more than 24 hours).
Fig. B57
A symbol precedes each site name to indicate the alert status for the site:

(check mark enclosed in green circle) indicates that all DTMACs at the site are operating normally

(exclamation mark enclosed in yellow triangle) indicates a warning for possible errors in one or more
controllers at the site

(exclamation mark enclosed in red triangle) indicates that one or more controllers at the site have a
system status error
Note. To filter the lists on the main page such that only sites with warnings and alerts are displayed, click the
Options button above the site list, select the Show only errors? check box and click Save changes in the
Dashboard Options window, and then click Reload Page in the confirmation window (refer to Section B.3.1).
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To view the issue summary, mouse over the DTMAC unit name (Fig. B58).
Fig. B58
To gather more information about the occurring (or persistent) alert, click the DTMAC unit name link to display the
unit-level view (Fig. B59). View the unit information and use the different sections on the page to investigate the
error, verify parameters, and perform troubleshooting by modifying settings or executing remote operational
commands.
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The GRAPHS section allows you to view graphical data based on selections of graph types and dates (Fig. B59).
The default graph type is Motor history; select other graphs in the Graph type drop-down list. Use the slider to
select a date or inclusive dates for which to view data. For more information, refer to Section B.3.5.
Fig. B59
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The SYSTEM STATUS section lists system status indicators by message types. An alert symbol precedes each
message type to indicate the alert status (Fig. B60). Refer to Section B.3.6 and Section B.3.12.
Fig. B60
To view, verify, or add records of events for the DTMAC unit, use the CONTROLLER EVENTS section (Fig. B61).
Use the
(Expand) and
(Collapse) buttons to display and hide details of each message type. Refer to
Section B.3.7 and Section B.3.12.
Fig. B61
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B.3.14
Creating, Editing, and Deleting Customer Information
Administrator users can create, edit, and delete customer profiles on the Customer page. Supervisor users can
only edit customer information.
1. Click the CUSTOMERS tab to open the Customer page.
2. Create and manage customer profiles using links on the page.
 To create new customer profiles:
a. Click Create New.
b. In the Create Customer window, enter the customer name and select an option for email reporting (Fig.
B62).
Fig. B62
c. Click Create.
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 To edit customer profiles:
a. Locate the customer name in the list. If it is a big list, use the search function. Enter the customer name
in the Search Terms field and click Search.
b. Click Edit under the rightmost column.
c.
Enter or select values in the Update [Customer name] window (Fig. B63).
Fig. B63
d. Click Update.
 To delete customer profiles:
a. Locate the customer name in the list.
b. Click Delete under the rightmost column.
c. Click OK in the confirmation window (Fig. B64).
Fig. B64
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B.3.15
Creating, Editing, and Deleting Site Information
Administrator users can create, edit, and delete site profiles on the Site page. Supervisor users can only edit site
information.
1. Click the SITES tab to open the Site page.
2. Create and manage site profiles using links on the page.
 To create a new site:
a. Click Create New.
b. In the Create Site window, enter and select site details as indicated in the project drawings (Fig. B65).
Fig. B65
Important! The values in the Create Site window are not generic. Ensure that you carefully enter or select
values as they are indicated in the project drawings.
c. Click Create.
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 To edit site profiles:
a. Locate the site profile using the search function. Enter the site name in the Search Terms field and click
Search.
b. Click Edit under the rightmost column.
c. Enter or select values in the Update [Site name] window (Fig. B66).
Fig. B66
d. Click Update.
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 To delete site profiles:
a. Locate the site you want to edit or delete using the search function. Enter the site name in the Search
Terms field and click Search.
b. Click Delete under the rightmost column.
c. Click OK in the confirmation window (Fig. B67).
Fig. B67
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B.3.16
Creating, Editing, and Deleting Network Information
Administrator users can create, edit, and delete network profiles on the Network page.
1. Click the NETWORKS tab to open the Network page.
2. Create and manage network profiles using links on the page.
 To create a new network or networks for a site:
a. Click Create New in the upper right of the page.
b. In the Create Network window, enter and select network details as indicated in the project drawings
(Fig. B68).
Fig. B68
Important! The values in the Create Network window are not generic. Ensure that you carefully enter or
select values as they are indicated in the project drawings.
c. Click Create.
 To edit network profiles:
a. Locate the network profile using the search function. Enter the network name in the Search Terms field
and click Search.
b. Click Edit under the rightmost column.
c. Enter or select values in the Update [Network name] window (Fig. B69).
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Fig. B69
d. Click Update.
 To delete network profiles:
a. Locate the network profile using the search function. Enter the network name in the Search Terms field
and click Search.
b. Click Delete under the rightmost column.
c. Click OK in the confirmation window (Fig. B70).
Fig. B70
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B.3.17
Assigning DTMAC Units
New controllers show up in the Uncategorized units TZ:-08:00 item in the site list on the main or DASHBOARD
tab page. The new DTMACs are grouped together according to their GPS location to differentiate the controllers
when multiple sites come online or communicate to the server.
Note. Only administrator and supervisor users can administer new DTMAC units.
1. On the main or DASHBOARD tab page, click Uncategorized units TZ:-08:00 in the site list.
2. In the expanded pane, click the DTMAC unit link you want to assign to a site or network, or both.
3. The unit-level view is displayed on the page. Scroll down to the SYSTEM STATUS section and click the
(Expand) button for System status (101) (Fig. B71).
Fig. B71
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4. Locate and take note of the NodeID inputs and PanID inputs values (Fig. B72).
Fig. B72
5. Scroll down the page to the REMOTE UPDATES section and click Administer unit (Fig. B73).
Fig. B73
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6. The EDIT FOR UNIT [DTMAC UNIT] screen appears (Fig. B74).
Fig. B74
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7. Referring to the project drawings, enter or select values in the fields.
Name
Maximo Id
Enter the DTMAC name.
Enter the Maximo ID in this format: MXXX_AREAXX_TRKXX
 The MXXX value is the project number
 The AREAXX value is the location number
 The TRKXX value is the tracker number
Description
Enter the description for the DTMAC.
Access Key
Enter the access key.
Admin
Email report
Has GPS
Mac
Node id
Enter the email address of the authorized administrator.
Select option to indicate agreement between O&M and the customer for
email reporting.
Select option to indicate if a GPS unit is installed in the DTMAC.
Enter the Mac address.
Enter the Node ID as indicated in the System status (101) details.
Assembly
Select option for assembly.
Customer
Select the customer name in the drop-down list.
Site
Network
Select the site name in the drop-down list.
Select the network name in the drop-down list.
8. Click Save changes.
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B.3.18
Editing and Deleting DTMAC Unit Information
Administrator users can edit or delete DTMAC unit information using the UNITS tab. Supervisor users can only
edit DTMAC unit information.
1. Click the UNITS tab to open the Unit page.
2. Manage DTMAC unit profiles using links on the page.
 To edit a DTMAC unit profile:
a. Locate the DTMAC unit using the search function. Enter the DTMAC unit name, Maximo ID, or Mac
address in the Search Terms field and click Search.
b. Click Edit under the rightmost column.
c. Enter or select values in the EDIT FOR UNIT [UNIT NAME] window (Fig. B75).
Fig. B75
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 To delete a DTMAC unit profile:
a. Locate the DTMAC unit using the search function. Enter the DTMAC unit name, Maximo ID, or Mac
address in the Search Terms field and click Search.
b. Click Delete under the rightmost column.
c. Click OK in the confirmation window (Fig. B76).
Fig. B76
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