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USA

Product Portfolio 2014

Thomas Preuhs

Jrg Karwath

Guy Thouin

Managing Partner

Managing Partner

Managing Partner

Introduction

Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,

Photovoltaic is becoming increasingly important - throughout United States and across the globe. Its share in
global energy mix is growing daily. One of the major reasons is the continuous availability of large amounts of
pv power. This is a necessary requirements for renewable energy sources to become acceptable. As a result,
energy storage that boosts the continuity of available pv power is gaining in importance.

The energy storage goes well beyond just storing pv energy in batteries. It also includes powering heat pumps
with pv power by storing thermal energy in the ground or water. The Solar-Log controls the consumption of
energy by guiding pv power to the most appropriate place. As an example it can turn on electrical appliances
or other devices such as heat pumps. With this function, the Solar-Log has become a smart energy manager
in addition to its more traditional role as a data logger for monitoring pv plants.

As a part of our ever increasing expansions into international markets, we are proud to launch the new
Solar-Log & GE Meter product family, entirely designed and manufactured in USA.

Yours,

Marc Woerner, CEO

Contents

Welcome to the market leader: Solar-Log

The core benefits of the Solar-Log

Advantages and benefits

Solar-Log Hardware

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Solar-Log device highlights

Residential
Solar-Log & GE Meter - Highlights

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Solar-Log 350 & GE Meter

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Solar-Log 360 & GE Meter

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Solar-Log 370 & GE Meter

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Commercial
Solar-Log 2020 Meter

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Solar-Log 2000

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Solar-Log 300 and 1200

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Solar-Log Monitoring

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Superior presentation

Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition

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The complete overview for installers, service providers, and plant operators

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Solar-Log WEB Classic 2nd Edition

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Comprehensive Solar-Log failure monitoring and power balancing 

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All information at a glance, Solar-Log Dashboard

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Solar-Log APP

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Accessories for Solar-Log

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Sophisticated products for all-encompassing solutions

Residential
Solar-Log 10 Meter & Current Transformer (CT)

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Sensor basic

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Commercial
Sensor Box Commercial & Accessories

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Surge protection

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Solar-Log RS485 Wireless Package

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Solar-Log compatibility:

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Solar-Log worldwide:

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Welcome to the market leader:


Solar-Log

Quality
Solar-Log continues to introduce most innovative pv monitoring solutions, this time by integrating its proven
technology into General Electrics popular I-120+ Meter. The result is the new Solar-Log product family 350,
360, and 370, specially designed for the residential pv market and engineered for simple installation.

Solar-Log currently monitors an ever-growing number of 230,000 plants globally, with over 978,000
connected inverters, amounting to over 6.8 GW of power output.

Monitoring
As an innovator in the solar industry, Solar-Log provides the most efficient data loggers worldwide. A photovoltaic plant can only reach maximum yields when it produces power continuously and without errors. The Solar-Log
recognizes errors right away and reports them immediately. This eliminates undetected pv plant problems and
maximizes yields.

Managing and Analyzing


The Solar-Log is a smart monitoring system for photovoltaic plants that not only displays and presents selfgenerated power consumption, but also efficiently manages it.
The device analyzes the cost effectiveness of your plant based on the yield figures and identifies optimized
solutions. Yield information and projections support the calculation of the break-even point of the pv plant
investment.

Integrated Solutions
Solar-Logs integrated solutions are a step ahead of the competition, saving you the time and effort of learning several monitoring systems. The Solar-Log offers you a single system for all major inverters on the market. We have developed solutions for the optimized use of self-generated pv power.

Investors & Banks Support


Investors and banks require guarantees for their pv investments. Solar-Log provides a reliable monitoring of
the pv plant rate of return (ROI) and confirms its validity.

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Information at a glance
Monitor all pv plants from a single platform with the Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition.

Considerable amount of saved time and money


Use Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition remote monitoring and diagnostic
tools, to significantly reduce on-site installation time and on-site maintenance costs.

Compatible with all major inverters on the market


This single monitoring system for all inverters allows plant operators to select
the best inverter for their needs.

Connect wirelessly
Solar-Log & GE Meter connects via a cellular network.

Advantages and benefits for plant owners and operators


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Investor & bank support


Banks and investors demand assurances for their pv investments. Solar-Log monitoring provides these
guarantees by maximizing the pv plants return on investment (ROI).

Higher efficiency
Error messages are immediately transmitted online or to mobile devices to
guarantee yield performance.

No PC expertise required
No software needs to be installed to connect the Solar-Log to the network.

Solar-Logs partnership with Generaytor


Plant owners can connect to and share their real-time solar performance experience with the online Generaytor community.

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Solar-Log Hardware
Solar-Log device highlights

Solar-Log continues to introduce most innovative pv monitoring solutions, this time by integrating its proven technology into General Electrics popular I-120+ Meter. The result is the
new Solar-Log product family 350, 360, and 370, specially designed for the residential PV
market and engineered for simple installation.
The new residential Solar-Log product family evolved from the Solar-Log 300, 1200, and
2000 product line that has established its global leadership in monitoring and managing photovoltaic power plants.

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Cloud-Based Wireless Residential PV Monitoring


Solar-Log & GE Meter - Highlights

Solar-Log 350 & GE Meter


(incl. Monitoring)

Solar-Log Dashboard

Solar-Log WEB

Cellular Internet

Includes 5 years of cellular data and Solar-Log WEB online monitoring


Contains free subscription to Generaytor social media platform

The market leading Solar-Log PV monitoring technology integrated into the


General Electrics popular residential meter I-210+:

Simple plug & play socket meter installation, with no on-site configuration
Certified Revenue Grade Metering (RGM) incentive reporting
Compatible with any microinverters and string inverters (240 VAC single phase)
Convenient online plant performance and power meter monitoring via Solar-Log WEB
Appealing Solar-Log Dashboard for presenting plant performance via local or public display
Plant performance visualization via iPhone (iOS) and Android apps
Meteorological satellite data-based performance monitoring

Optional:

Building load (self-consumption) monitoring


nverter direct monitoring of over 80 manufacturers
Powermanagement & Weather station
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Solar-Log 350 & GE Meter


PV Production monitoring

Solar-Log 350 & GE Meter

The new Solar-Log 350 & GE Meter is a universal monitoring device that is compatible with all residential solar
pv plants. This simple to install device does not require onsite configuration and includes 5 years of a cellular
data plan and Solar-Log WEB monitoring services. The Solar-Log 350 & GE Meter guarantees maximized pv
plant performance while providing revenue grade reporting.

PV Module

PV Module

PV Module

Utility Meter

Inverter

Solar-Log 350
& GE Meter

Distribution Panel
or Subpanel

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Solar-Log 360 & GE Meter


Production + Consumption monitoring

CTs - Current Transformers, Solar-Log 360 & GE Meter and Solar-Log 10 Energy Meter

The Solar-Log 360 is required for monitoring the total building-load. The included energy meter measures the
power consumption directly at the main utility connection. It also allows plant owners to verify utility bills by
calculating automatically the amount of consumed grid power.

PV Module

PV Module

PV Module

Solar-Log 10
Energy Meter

Current Transformer (CT)

Utility Meter

Inverter

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Solar-Log 360
& GE Meter

Distribution Panel
or Subpanel

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Solar-Log 370 & GE Meter


Production monitoring + connectivity

Inverter

Sensors

PM
PM

Solar-Log Interface Box and Solar-Log 370 & GE Meter

The Solar-Log 370 offers numerous I/O ports, like Ethernet and 2 x RS485 ports that provide access to inverters,
weather station or for additional features like powermanagement.

PV Module

PV Module

PV Module

Solar-Log 10
Energy Meter

Current Transformer (CT)

Utility Meter

Inverter

Solar-Log 370
& GE Meter

Distribution Panel
or Subpanel

Solar-Log
Interface Box

Sensors

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Operation & Maintenance:


The online Solar-Log WEB diagnostics tool facilitates the management of thousands of PV plants at a glance

Automatic and real-time detection of underperforming or faulty plants allows for fast plant operation
restoration.

Detailed cause of fault description and error statistics allow effective planning of technicians intervention.
Effective dispatching of technicians via the plant logbook (trouble ticketing) restores plant operation fast
and increases uptime.

Solar-Log & GE Meter - at a glance

Ansi C12.20 power meter


Cellular (3G) connectivity
Remote firmware updates
Low cost installation - plug & play
5 year data plan
5 year WEB service

Optional




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Consumption metering
Direct inverter monitoring
Weather station

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Product comparison

Solar-Log 350

Solar-Log 360

Solar-Log 370

ANSI C12.20 Power meter


+-0.2% accuracy (RGM)
3G cellular modem
5 year cellular data plan service
5 year Solar-Log WEB service
5 year warranty
Production monitoring
(all inverter types)
Consumption monitoring

Direct inverter monitoring

optional

Weather station/sensor

optional

Inverter Power Management

optional

Technical Data

Solar-Log 350

Solar-Log 360

Solar-Log 370

optional

Datalogger
3G cellular modem - compatible with AT&T
3 LEDs for diagnostic
I/O

Rating
Current Class
Frequency
Typical Accuracy
Phases
Socket Type

1 x RS485
Solar-Log 10
(Energy Meter)
2 x 100A CTs
240 V
Class 200
60 Hz
+/- 0.2%
240 VAC single phase
2S

Starting Watts

< 5W

Typical Watt Loss

0.7W

Operational Temperature

Ethernet
1 x RS485
1 x RS485/RS422

-40C - +85C / -40F 185F

Voltage

+/- 20%

Others

Built in current transformers (CTs) 5 character LCD Display

Enclosure
Weight
Dimensions

NEMA 3 R Type
8 Oz
6.95 x 6.5 x 7.3

Part number
Solar-Log 350 & GE Meter

255850

Solar-Log 360 & GE Meter

255851

Solar-Log 370 & GE Meter

255852

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Commercial
Solar-Log 2020 Meter - Revenue Grade Metering and Reporting

Revenue Grade Meter Features:

ANSI C12.20 Class 0.2


Better than +/- 2% accuracy with appropriate CTs
Digital communications via RS-485 (MODBUS RTU)
Leverages the power of the Elkor WattsOn Meter
Compatible with any standard 5A Current Transducer
Up to 32 units can be daisy chained to one Solar-Log
Supports single-phase, split-phase and three phase meters

Monitoring features:

Inverter direct monitoring


Monitors directly more than 80 inverter brands
Sophisticated Solar-Log monitoring features

Enclosure Features:

IP-65 rating when used with proper cable screws and when cable conduits are properly sealed
Non-fading installation enclosure made of polycarbonate and ABS plastic

Part number
Solar-Log 2020 Meter

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Solar-Log 2020 RGM - up to 2 MWp

Technical Data
Voltage

600 V or 600/347 V
480 V or 480/277 V
208 V or 208/120 V

Phases

Single Phase, Split Phase, Three Phase, 50 or 60 Hz

Power Supply

15-24VAC or 20-30VDC, 100mA max.

Temperature range

-40C to +60C

Isolation

All line inputs are isolated from the outputs. Hi-Pot


testing: 2500VAC for one minute

Certifications

UL Recognized, ANSI C12.20 Class 0.2

Accuracy

Better than 2% of reading (at 25C, pf>=0.5)

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Optional Powermanagement
Maximum plant size 2 MW

and cos phi control

Color TFT-Touch-Display and


LCD-Status-Display for displaying
graphics and operation

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Central inverter

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Solar-Log 2000
For commercial and small utility plants

Functions
Self-consumption
The Solar-Log 2000 measures self-consumption (building load) via an external RS485 electrical power meter.
This bidirectional meter allows the Solar-Log 2000 to determine the self-consumption either directly at the
load panel or indirectly via metering the power at the main utility connection.

Dry relay contact output & alarm function


This universal contact enables to switch on / off devices such as AC disconnects as well as external burglar
alarms.

Visualization
TFT-Touch-Display and access to Solar-Log
The Solar-Log 2000 can be operated from a PC with a web browser via Ethernet or directly via the loggers
touchscreen display. The display presents plant performance and status data graphically and numerical. The
online Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition application provides convenient remote access.

Connections
Inverters
A large numbers of inverters from more than 80 manufacturers with up to 2,000 kW power can be connected
to each Solar-Log 2000.

Interfaces
The interfaces can be used to connect inverters (up to two different manufacturers) and accessories such as
Utility Meter, Pyranometer and SCBs. The Solar-Log 2000 Standard and PM+ have two RS485/RS422 interfaces and one RS485 interface.

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Basis functions

Solar-Log 2000

Standard
Central inverter SCB and SMB
Ethernet

Inverter connection options

1 x RS485,
2x RS485/RS422,
1 x CAN (1 inverter
manufacturer per bus)

Max. plant size

2000 kWp

Max. cable length

Max. 1000 m 1)

Plant monitroing
String monitoring / MPP-Tracker (depending on type of inverter)
Monitoring of central inverters
Inverter failure, status of fault and power monitoring
Sensor system connection
(irradiation / temp. / wind)

2)

E-mail and text message (SMS) alert


Alarm (local)
Yield forecast
Self-produced energy consumption: Digital electricity meter
Self-produced energy consumption: Managing external appliances

Feed-in Management
Reduction to X percent (with the calculation of self-consumption)
Remote controlled active and reactive power reductions
(with the calculation of self-consumption)

PM+ (+ Meter)

Feed-in management with response signals

PM+, Utility Meter, PM-Package


or Modbus TCP PM

Interfaces
Ethernet network
USB flash drive
Potential-free contact (relay)
Alarm contact (anti-theft)

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Visualization

Solar-Log 2000

Integrated web servers


Graphic visualization PC
local and internet
LCD-Status-Display
Display on the unit

4.3 TFT color display

Controls on the unit

Via touch display

Large external display RS485 / S0 pulse


HTTP data transfers to Solar-Log WEB for low data volumes
FTP data transfer to third-party portals 3)
Network detection / DHCP
Name resolution - http://solar-log

General data
Power supply voltage /device voltage /current consumption

115 V 230 V / 12 V / 3 W

Ambient temperature

-10 C to +50 C

Housing/dimensions (wx hx d) in cm / Mounting /Protection level

Plastic / 22.5 x 28.5 x 4 / Wall-mounted / IP 20 (indoor use only)

Connection to Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition


Multilingual (DE, EN, ES, FR, IT, NL, DK, TR, JP)
Memory, Micro-SD, 2 GB, endless data logging
Warranty

5 years

1) Depending on the inverter used, and the cable type (details can also vary from one type of device to another).
2) Using every inverter on the same bus is not always possible; please see the inverter database www.solar-log.com.
3) It is possible to make a data transfer to third-party portals once per day via FTP - an aditional license is required for more frequent transfers.

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Inverter interfaces

Solar-Log 2000

RS485/RS422 interface usage

RS485 A interface,
RS485/RS422 B / RS485/RS422 C* - combined interface usage
Inverter connection (Fronius / Sunville can be connected on a
RS422 interface without an additional interface converter.)
Connection of a Sensor Box Commercial to record environmental data
(irradiance, module and ambient temperature, wind sensor)

RS485 interface usage


Connection of meter for self-consumption according to IEC 60870
Connection of the display panels produced by Schneider Displaytechnik, Rico or HvG
Connecting the Utility Meter and I/O Box for PM remote control technology
CAN-bus

For the connection of Voltwerk inverters and other inverters with a CAN interface

Additional function interfaces


S0 pulse input for optional recording and calculation of self-produced power consumption
2x S0-In / 1x S0-Out

Second input to connect an additional power meter


S0 pulse output to connect large external displays, pulse factor can be set to any value

Relay

For external switch control, e.g. heat pumps

Alarm

Connection for anti-theft protection via contact loop for external alarms via potential-free contact

USB connection

To access data / Import firmware updates at plants


For connection of a Ripple Control Receiver to regulate the plant

Network
Network

Connection to the internet (Ethernet, fixed IP address or DHCP)

Part number
Solar-Log 2000

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Solar-Log 300 and 1200

Solar-Log 300

Great solution for small residential installations


Maximum plant size 15 kWp, number of inverters:
inverters from a single manufacturer per bus
2 x S In
1 x RS485/RS422
LCD-Status-Display
Possible to monitor and control the
consumption of self-produced power
Optional Powermanagement
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Solar-Log 1200

Solution for small residential installations and medium-sized plants


Maximum plant size 100 kWp, number of inverters:
a maximum of 100 inverters from a single manufacturer per bus

2 x S In
1 x RS485/RS422 and 1 x RS485
LCD-Status-Display
Color TFT-Touch-Display for displaying graphics and operation
Possible to monitor and control the
consumption of self-produced power
Optional Powermanagement
0

For further information please visit: www.solar-log.net

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Solar-Log Monitoring
Superior Presentation

The Solar-Log WEB features concise presentation options that can be accessed from anywhere in the world via the internet. With this internet service, the plant yields, error messages,
and configuration data from the Solar-Log are transferred to our servers.
Solar-Log WEB comes in two versions, which are tailored to your needs. With the
Commercial Edition, the plant owner can purchase a Operation & Maintenance contract
from the installer and portal operator. The owner does not have to worry about anything
since the status messages are sent directly to the installer and portal operator. This enables
the installer and portal operator to react immediately by taking care of the problem remotely
or by making a service call. The Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition is also a central control element that allows installers and portal operators to adjust settings and activate functions remotely. The plant owner always has convenient access to the yield and plant information.
The Classic 2nd Edition offers the basic functions for plant monitoring. Private plant owners monitor their own plant and independently evaluate faults. They have options to display,
analyze, and compare yields over a period of weeks, months, or years.

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Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition


The Full-Service option from the installer and portal operator: Installation,
Monitoring, Maintenance.

The Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition has been developed for installers, portal operators, and service
providers. You can offer the plant owner a service contract to manage the pv plant remotely and provide
comprehensive professional monitoring. For the plant owner, this is the simplest and safest option since all of
the installation and monitoring will be professionally handled.

Professional remote maintenance


The Commercial Edition is an attractive service: without leaving the office, the installer and portal operator
can immediately react to error messages by accessing configuration settings to take care of any problems
remotely. If needed, service calls can also be arranged immediately. The plant owner always has access to the
yield and plant information.

Customization of your own monitoring platform


The possibility to customize your own monitoring platform is an additional service benefit. A range of available function modules can be easily integrated as desired at the touch of a button. Pages designed with HTML
can also be integrated. Specific color selection makes it possible to customize the appearance to match the
customers corporate design.

Template with different sample colors

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Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition advantages and benefits


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Professional maintenance
The Full Service maintenance concept offers plant operators remote and comprehensive professional
plant maintenance.

Easy Installation
Integrate plants quickly and easily into Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition with Solar-Log Easy
Installation.

Efficient monitoring
Quickly and efficiently review the status of all monitored plants at a glance.

Fast service
Detect, analyze, and remedy errors quickly with the diagnostic tools.

Effortless
Manage and log all activities, events and appointments in the plant logbook.

Detailed reports
Update plant operators with reliable and easy-to-read reports. Optionally, reports can be set up to be
generated automatically with minimal effort.

Concise presentation
In connection with the Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition, access plant data with other Solar-Log
applications such as Solar-Log APP and Solar-Log Dashboard.

Protection against data loss


Plant yields, error messages, and configuration data are secured, stored, and displayed.

Solar-Logs partnership with Generaytor - www.generaytor.com


Plant owners can connect to and share their real-time solar performance experience with the online Generaytor community

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The Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition provides powerful tools for installers and service providers
Simple integration of the pv plant and remote configuration
The set-up wizard guides you through the steps to integrate the plants into Solar-Log WEB Commercial
Edition. Once integrated, the Solar-Log settings can be conveniently accessed remotely via the internet, thus
greatly reducing the installation time and effort required on-site.

Central and dynamic plant monitoring


Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition offers portal operators the option to centrally monitor all of the plants
at the same time. Plant problems such as inverter failures or abnormal performance deviations are listed in
order of importance and relevance. For example, the plant with the highest number of errors is listed first. This
enables not only the daily centralized monitoring of a large number of plants, but also supports a straightforward trouble shooing process.

Smart management of plant restoration with the plant logbook function


The plant logbook includes the option of an integrated ticket system to log and manage service calls. Service
team members can be centrally assigned to service calls and appointments. A list of all of the relevant details,
comments, and current service status can be entered and seen in the logbook.

Stay updated with regular reports


A well arranged yield report is available in a PDF or CSV format for plants monitored by Solar-Log WEB. If requested, the reports can be automatically generated on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis and sent to as many
e-mail addresses as you want; this is the ideal option for installers and their customers to be reliably updated
on a regular basis.

Documents are available when you need them


Documents for specific plants such as string plans, contracts, or specifications can be uploaded to the portal
and are accessible at all times to authorized users.

Benefits for the plant operator


Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition enables owners with limited technical knowledge to maintain steady
plant operation for maximized power production. As a result minimal time and investment in training are
needed. Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition not only reports problems, but it also proposes possible solutions leading to fast plant service recovery.

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The overview of the log book entries are sorted according to status.

No fees, no long-term commitments


There are no fees to use the software, just an annual fee per plant based on plant size. Every plant can
be initially monitored for 30 days without obligation before plant specific charges arise. All charged fees can
be linked to every individual plant owner. On-site or online trainings are available to get the most out of all of
the options that the Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition has to offer.

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The complete overview for installers,


service providers, and plant operators

A wide range of reporting and presentation options with WEB


The Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition can process and analyze plant data in a graphic or numerical format in the form of daily, monthly, and annual data reports. In addition, the yield line, input voltage, individual
strings, and inverters can be displayed. With the help of the Sensor Box Commercial, it is also possible to
display environmental data and other benchmarks that support plant monitoring.

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Monthly overview: The performance ratio graphic


allows for a comparison of the potential yields as
measured by the irradiation sensors and actual yield.

Overall performance: The overview option displays


the overall performance, the total yield, or the
amount of CO2 emissions that have been avoided.

Plant overview: The informative plant overview with


search options.

References: The plants shown on a map clearly demonstrate the references of the portal operator.

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Solar-Log WEB Classic 2nd Edition


Online Monitoring for Plant Owners

The Solar-Log WEB Classic 2nd Edition has been developed for technically adept private plant owners. It
offers basic functions for monitoring and analyzing status messages. The yields and reports are shown graphically. The Classic 2nd Edition can be used free of charge for plants up to 30 kW, depending on the country
or region. There is a small fee for plants with more than 30 kW.

Daily overview with presentation of yield and consumption balance.

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Comprehensive Solar-Log failure


monitoring and power balancing

String monitoring
To ensure that the solar power plant runs efficiently without downtime, the power ratings of individual inverters are compared against one another. Here, the Solar-Log examines the data in terms of kWh / kWp
(specific power) of the inverters. This means that different sized inverters can still be compared against one
another. On multi-string tracking inverters, the Solar-Log can detect deviations right down to string level. The
Solar-Log transmits details of these deviations either by e-mail or by text message (SMS).

MPP-Tracker comparison: The gray line depicts the degree of deviation. The percentage of deviation
can be read from the columns on the right. The columns on the left show the trackers kW/kWp output.

Inverter status
The Solar-Log continuously records the status and fault codes of the inverters, i.e. you always have peace of
mind that all connected inverters are working properly. Fault codes from each manufacturer are saved in the
Solar-Log as well as on the Internet. In the event of a malfunction they are transmitted by e-mail.

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Sensors
The following values can be displayed individually: irradiance W/m2, module temperature C, ambient temperature C, wind speed m/s. The individual values at the top left of the graph key can be hidden and unhidden
by click on them with the mouse. You can select and subsequently evaluate certain days with the date box.

Diagnostic tool
The diagnostic tool InverterDetails displays the measured values from the individual inverters. The graphic
view can be customized by activating or deactivating any of the values.

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All information at a glance

Present your photovoltaic plants performance data in a unique way with customizable style. The Dashboard
delivers a concise presentation of yields, CO2 savings, and performance. As an alternative there is our newly
developed Solar-Log APP for mobile access.

Dashboard
The Dashboard provides customers a dynamic display of all of the important plant information such as yield,
CO2 savings, and performance. The display can be set up by selecting up to any four elements from the six total elements: Current Production, Yield History, Earnings, Weather, Plant Information. and Environmental Contribution. Any TV can be used for the visual presentation of the plant when connected with a simple Android
HDMI stick. The Dashboard is only available with the Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition.

Solar-Log Dashboard displaying pv plant performance at a glance.

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Dashboard view: Presentation of the current


output

Dashboard view: Presentation of the yield


history

Dashboard view: Presentation of the environmental contributions

Dashboard view: Presentation of the current


weather data

Dashboard view: Presentation of the total


overview

Dashboard view: Presentation of the current


earnings

For the visual presentation of a plant, any TV can be connected to the Dashboard with a simple
Android HDMI stick.

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Solar-Log APP
With the Solar-Log APP, you always have your data with you. Current and past data is represented in the
form of daily, monthly, annual, and total overviews. Additionally, the CO2 savings from the plant, power
consumption, and self-consumption are displayed. Intuitive finger gestures (swipes) enable you to quickly
navigate between different time periods. The Solar-Log APP saves all of the data in an internal cache so that,
once loaded, it can also display yields - even when no internet connection is available.

Several different pv plants can be monitored by the Solar-Log


and visualized with this Solar-Log APP.

The Solar-Log APP supports any plant connected to the websites Solar-Log WEB Commercial
Edition and Classic 2nd Edition.
The Solar-Log APP is available for both iOS (e.g. iPhone, iPad, ...) and Android devices (e.g. Samsung Galaxy
S3, Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, ...). The Solar-Log APP is available free of charge from the iTunes Store for iOS
devices and from Google Play for Android devices.

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Product comparison Solar-Log WEB

Classic 2nd Edition

Commercial Edition

Plant monitored by

Plant owner

Installer / Portal Operator


/ Service Provider

Annual fees

With costs, up to 30 kWp* free

With costs

Plant registration

Online: solar-log.com/classic2

Online: Portal operator

Standard transfer intervals: 30 min, 1 h, 2 h, 4 h, 8 h, daily

Only standard

Standard plus every


10 or 15 min

Number of e-mail addresses for performance / fault messages

Yields per kWp (specific yields)


Event log (error/status messages from the inverters)

Basis functions

Data sheet with the essential


information and plant image
Performance comparison of the
individual inverters and strings
Data and fault messages via e-mail
Compatible with Solar-Log APP for iOS and Android

Simple configuration - with Easy Installation

Portal design

Monitoring &
Management

Centralized and concise monitoring of several plants at a glance

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Remote configuration of the Solar-Log

Plant log book with ticket system and task assignment

Central plant data administration (location, owner, inverter,


information and module data)

User administration and individual access rights

Yield overview with specific yields


from all plants / inverters

Timeline (protocol of all configuration changes)

Page layout with precise color selection and customized logo

Custom page design due to flexible Content Management System (CMS)

Application as platform for promotional


activities and customer relationship

Configuration wizard to design the web pages

Easily customized contact form

Additional language options

Only the server language

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Classic 2nd Edition

Commercial Edition

Dashboard with performance, yield,


environmental contribution, weather forecast,
plant information and plant earnings

Display all current data (total yield,


total output, CO2 emission)

Integration of current data (total yield, total power output,


CO2 emissions and much more) into ones own texts

Display all plant locations on a map

Overview of the reference plant with search options

Graphical arrangement of up to 10 Solar-Logs

Performance Ratio graphic (only


when sensors are attached)

User-defined automatic yield report


(CSV, PDF) via e-mail or FTP

Powermanagement report with a calculation of


yield losses (only when sensors are attached)

Report on self-produced power consumption and balance

Sensor value report

Performance ratio evaluation

Annual overview compared to several years

Report on documented faults and service calls

Yield report at the inverter level

Simple integration or migration of plants


from Classic 1st / 2nd Edition

Compatible with SMA Sunny WebBox


(limited functionality)

On request, customized Corporate Identity template

With costs

On request, domain name of your choice (de / eu / com)

With costs

Displaying module

Product comparison Solar-Log WEB

*) Country-dependent
Changes & additions subject to change without notice.

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Solar-Log Accessories
Sophisticated products for all-encompassing solutions

The Solar-Log solutions can be upgraded with a wide variety of high quality accessory
products. They are all fully integrated with the Solar-Log 300, 1200 and 2000 and controlled
by the Solar-Log WEB Commercial Edition application. These accessories cover all the pv
monitoring needs from one source: Solar-Log.

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Residential

Solar-Log 10 Meter & Current Transformer (CT)


Measure, record and display self-consumed power.

The Solar-Log 10 Meter can measure power bidirectionally inside the main distribution panel at the utility
connection. 2 CTs for measuring the current as well as phase voltage are necessary. The Solar-Log 10 including 2 split core CTs are an integral part of the Solar-Log 360 assembly.

Part number
Solar-Log 370 & GE Meter

255852

Solar-Log 10 Meter

255853

Solar-Log CT 100 A-c

255640

Solar-Log CT 100 A-o

255638

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3 | Solar-Log Accessories

Technical Data

Solar-Log 10

Input Voltage Configuration

Single Phase Or Split Phase Or 4 Wire (Wye)

Main Voltage Input

Up to 240 VAC RMS Available

Input Power

3,2 Watt

Current Sensor Rating*

Up to 200A

Power Factor

To be measured

Line Frequency

50 - 60 Hz

Voltage Operating Rate

+/- 10% Of Rated Load

Temperature Range

0 - 95%

Altitude

2000 Meters Maximum

Voltage Overload

To be measured

Current Sensor Overload

To be measured

Pollution Degree

Degree 4

Installation (Surge Category)

CAT III

Measurment Category

CAT III

Enclosure Material

NEMA 4X/6 // IP 66/67 :

Standards

EN 62208, GOST

Standard Ranges*

1 Phase, 120/240 VAC: up to 200 A


2 Phase (Split Phase), 120/240 VAC: up to 200 A
4 Wire Wye, 120/208 VAC: up to 200 A

*The maximum values of the current depend on the choice of the current transformer. In this case the maximum current
value is up to 200 A.

Solar-Log CT 100 A-c

Technical Data

Solar-Log CT 100 A-o

Solar-Log CT 100 A-c Solar-Log CT 100 Ao


Solid Core 500:1

Primary measurement

Split Core 500:1


100 A

Secondary output

200 mA / max. 6.7 V


4% between 1 A 100 A

Accuracy
Outside Diameter

5.33 cm

5.18 x 5.43

Depth

1.91 cm

1.64 cm

Inner Diameter

1.86 cm

1.86 cm

Cable length

3 m (it can be extended up to 30 m with 0.75 mm2 cable)

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Sensor basic
Irradiance sensor specifically designed for
residential systems

Sensor basic measures the irradiance values as well as the module temperature. It is about 3% less accurate than the Sensor Box Commercial is.
There is no ambient temperature and wind option and a maximum of 1
Sensor basic can be connected to an RS485 port.

Technical data
Solar cell

Amorphous thin layer silicon cell (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm)

Dimensions (h x w x d), housing

64 mm x 99 mm x 36 mm, Polycarbonate, UV-stabilised IP65

Temperature range

-25 C to +75 C

Power supply

Via RS485 data cable from Solar-Log 10-28


VDC, no further power supply required

Measuring range,
radiation strength

0 to 1,400 W/m2

Tolerance

Irradiance sensor: +/-8 %

Scheduled

Not scheduled

Installation

On module mounting rails. Not necessary to open up


the sensor - all sensors are screwed in place.

Connection cable

4-pin, 3 m, UV and weather-resistant

Warranty

1 year

Part number
Sensor basic including irradiance sensor and module temperature sensor

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255258

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Commercial

Sensor Box Commercial & Accessories


Irradiation sensor specifically designed for
commercial plants

The sensor measures the accurate deviation between the potential power
production and current power production, and therefore allows to track
the pv plant performance.
The most important elements in the Sensor Box Commercial is the
irradiance sensor and the temperature sensor. It delivers a temperature
compensated reference value for irradiance and enables to determine the
potential power generation of a given pv plant. Even at low levels of solarization, power dips can be identified reliably and error messages can be
generated. Up to 9 Sensor Boxes Commercial can be connected. The irradiation sensor is equipped with a high-quality monocrystalline cell which
is rugged and specifically designed for longterm use in outdoor locations.
The Sensor Box Commercial cannot be used with RS422 and some RS485
inverters on the RS485 daisy chain. The optional ambient temperature
sensor (PT1000) and the wind sensor (anemometer) provides additional
information for the power generation.

Technical data
Solar cell, laminated inside glass

Mono crystalline silicon (5 cm x 3.3 cm)

Dimensions (w x h x d) in cm, housing

8.5 x 14.5 x 4.0, powder-coated aluminium housing, IP65

Temperature range

-20 C to +70 C

Power supply

Via RS485 data cable from Solar-Log (10 28 VDC)

Measuring range radiation strength

0 to max. 1,400 W/m2

Tolerance

Irradiance sensor: +/-5 %

Scheduled

Not scheduled

Installation

On module assembly rails. Not necessary to open up the sensor.

Connecting cables

4 pin, 3 m, UV and weather-resistant

Ambient temperature sensor

PT1000 measuring range: -40 C to +85 C

Wind sensor

Cup anemometer measuring range: 0-40 m/s, gusts 60 m/s

Warranty

2 years

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Surge protection
Greater security thanks to optimal protection

The surge protection device for the Solar-Log offers protection against
power surges. This protects the Solar-Log from surges which could result from removing inverter communication cables from the logger while
the inverter operates as well as from lightning strikes in the vicinity.
This protection device has been specially developed to retrofit the
RS485/422 interface of the Solar-Log. It can be easily installed in just a
few quick steps. Failures due to power surges are minimized tremendously
with this accessory.

This device is included in the Solar-Log 2020.

Technical data
Nominal operating voltage

5V

Maximum operating voltage

6 VDC; 4,25 VAC

Maximum operating current

500 mA

DC resistance in operation

2.7 Ohm

Line-ground capacitance

< = 5 nF

Protection level core - core, max.

8V

Protection level line - ground, max.

90 VDC (1KV / microS)

Impulse protection level line - ground

< = 450 V

Nominal discharge current (1 KV/S)

10 KA

Surge protection class

Class 3

Dimensions (w x h x d) in mm

52 x 88 x 14

Part number

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Sensor Box Commercial, including irradiance sensor and module temperature sensor

220060

Wind sensor for connection to the Sensor Box Commercial; including a 5 m connection cable

220061

Ambient temperature sensor for connection to the


Sensor Box Commercial, including a 3 m connection cable

220062

Solar-Log X24 RS485 Wireless Package (2 units)


Please specify type of inverter for pre-configuration.

220058

Extended cover and surge protection for Solar-Log 300

255602

Extended cover and surge protection for


Solar-Log 1200 and 2000 (only RS485 + RS485 / 422 A)

255601

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Solar-Log RS485 Wireless Package


Connecting inverters wirelessly

The Solar-Log RS485 Wireless Package allows for monitoring in places


where cable connections are difficult. Radio modules are deployed in
pairs or star configuration. When used in conjunction with the external
directional radio antenna, connections can be made at longer distances.
A built-in test function helps to assess signal strength and device location
during the installation. When placing an order, please always provide the
name of the inverter manufacturer so that the Wireless Packages can be
fully pre-configured. The Wireless Package cannot be used with all inverters.

Technical data
Range inside buildings

Up to 80 m (up to three concrete walls)

Range over open field

Up to 500 m, with directional radio antenna up to 800 m

Protection class, approval

IP 20, only suitable for internal use, CE standard

Power supply/performance

7 18 V, 1 watt

Frequency

900 Mhz

Temperature range

0 70 C

Dimensions per piece (w x h x d) in mm, Weight

70 x 140 x 30, 200 g

Antenna

Dipole antenna, 2.1 dBi amplification

PV-Module

Inverter

Inverter

Solar-Log RS485
Wireless Package

Solar-Log

Optional:
Network
DSL Router
Modem
Mobile

Solar-Log RS485
Wireless Package

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Solar-Log compatibility:

Pantone 368C

C 60 M 0 Y 100 K 0

Pantone 293C

C 100 M 60 Y 0 K 2

VISION

UPS SYSTEMS

architects of energy

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3 | Solar-Log Accessories

Solar-Log worldwide:
Headquarter

www.solar-log.com.au

Saitama City,

Solare Datensysteme GmbH

Solar-LogTM Austria

JP Saitama 338-0001

Fuhrmannstrae 9

Solare Datensysteme GmbH

T: +81 48 857 3541

D - 72351 Geislingen-Binsdorf

Fuhrmannstrae 9

kobayashi@excelinc.co.jp

T: +49 7428 94 18 200

D - 72351 Geislingen-Binsdorf

info@solar-log.com

T: +49 (0) 7428 94 18 200

Globallink Corporation

www.solar-log.com

info@solar-log.com

8/F Shin Yurakucho Bldg

www.solar-log.com

Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku 1-12-1

Subsidiaries

JP - Tokyo 100-0006

Solar-LogTM Asia Pacific

Solar-LogTM Benelux

T: +81 3 6269 9660

Centre for Industry and Trade

DEKENS technics bvba

togashi@globallink.co.jp

Zhang Jiang High Tech Park 88

Volkegemberg 31

CN Shanghai 201203

BE 9700 Oudenaarde

Next Energy & Resources Co., Ltd

T: +86 21 2898 6855

T: +31 85 88 81 110 NL

11465-6 Akaho, Komagane-City

asia@solar-log.com

T: +32 55 30 36 70 B / LUX

JP - Nagano 399-4117

www.solar-log.cn

benelux@solar-log.com

T +81-3-5937-1236

www.solar-log.com

hirano@nextenergy.jp

Solar-Log North America

www.solarlog-web.be

www.solar-log.jp

(USA + Canada + Mexico)

www.solarlog-web.nl
Solar-LogTM South East Asia

Solar Data Systems, Inc.


23 Francis J. Clarke Circle, Suite 4A

Solar-Log France

Solar Data Systems Sdn Bhd

US Bethel, CT 06801

Sundays Data Systems sarl

5&6, Cubic Space, No. 6

T: +1 203 702 7189

66 rue Jacques Mugnier

Jalan Teknologi

north-america@solar-log.com

F - 68200 Mulhouse

3/4 Taman Sains Selangor 1,

canada@solar-log.com

T: +33 3 89 45 61 92

Kota Damansara

mexico@solar-log.com

france@solar-log.com

MY- 47810 Petaling Jaya,

www.solar-log.net

www.solar-log.com

Selangor Darul Ehsan

www.solarlog-web.net

www.solarlog-portal.fr

T: +6 03 6157 9663

Country partners

Solar-Log India

sea@solar-log.com

Solar-LogTM Australia &

G-1, Manish Chamber - 4

www.solar-log.com.my

New Zealand

Plot-7, Sector-12, Dwarka

LC Energy

IN - New Delhi 110075

Solar-LogTM Switzerland

225 Brisbane Terrace

T: +91 9718302626

novagrid ag

AU - Goodna QLD 4300

sy.shivendra@solar-log.com

Rebbergstrae 30B

T: +61 7 3436 2500

www.solar-log.asia

CH 5430 Wettingen

F: +6 03 9235 1077

T: +41 (0) 56 535 53 46

p.riley@solar-log.com

Solar-LogTM Italy

switzerland-fl@solar-log.com

Energy Matters

PVEnergy srl

www.solar-log.com

359-361 City Road, Southbank

Via Termeno 4/A

www.solarlog-web.ch

AU - VIC 3006

IT 39040 Ora (BZ)

T: +61 3 9697 1924

T: +39 0471 1882012

Distributors

jeremy.lawrence@energymatters.com.au

italy@solar-log.com

Chile, Costa Rica, Cyprus,

www.solar-log.com

Czech Republic, Denmark,

www.solarlog-portal.it

Estonia, Finland, Greece,

Solarmatrix

Iran, Israel, Poland, Portugal,

6/4 Whyalla St
AU - Willetton WA 6155

Solar-LogTM Japan

Spain, Sweden, Turkey,

T: +61 8 9457 4341

Excel Inc.

United Arab Emirates,

durmus.yildiz@solarmatrix.com.au

4-15, Kamiochiai 3-chome, Chuo-ku,

United Kingdom

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Solare Datensysteme Solar-Log 1000

very good
8/2012

www.photon.info

Approved

- #solarlog_us

Solar Data Systems, Inc.


23 Francis J. Clarke Circle, Suite 4A
US Bethel, CT 06801

north-america@solar-log.com
canada@solar-log.com
mexico@solar-log.com
www.solar-log.net
Subject to change without notice

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