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# Setting Your Gateway Location | ||
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# Inverter Setup Guide | ||
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## Overview | ||
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The inverter setup is a crucial step that enables your gateway to communicate with your solar inverter. This connection allows for: | ||
- Real-time power production monitoring | ||
- Performance analytics | ||
- Energy production verification | ||
- System health monitoring | ||
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## Connection Methods | ||
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### 1. Direct Connection (Modbus TCP) | ||
- Most modern inverters support this method | ||
- Uses standard Ethernet/WiFi connection | ||
- Requires inverter's IP address and port | ||
- Default port is usually 502 | ||
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### 2. Via RS485-to-Ethernet Converter | ||
- For inverters with only RS485 (Modbus RTU) support | ||
- Requires additional hardware | ||
- Converts serial communication to network protocol | ||
- Maintains compatibility with older inverters | ||
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### 3. Via Modbus TCP Proxy | ||
- For inverters limited to single connections | ||
- Allows multiple devices to connect | ||
- Maintains existing monitoring setup | ||
- Requires proxy configuration | ||
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## Setup Instructions | ||
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1. **Select Your Inverter** | ||
- Choose your inverter manufacturer from the list | ||
- If not listed, check compatibility documentation | ||
- Note: New inverters are regularly added | ||
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2. **Connection Details** | ||
- Enter the inverter's IP address | ||
- Verify the port number (usually 502) | ||
- Set the device address (typically 1) | ||
- Test connection before saving | ||
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3. **Configuration Verification** | ||
- System will test the connection | ||
- Verify data is being received | ||
- Check for any communication errors | ||
- Confirm proper readings | ||
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## Common Settings | ||
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### Default Ports | ||
- Modbus TCP: 502 | ||
- SunSpec: 502 | ||
- Custom: Check inverter manual | ||
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### Device Addresses | ||
- Single inverter: Usually 1 | ||
- Multiple inverters: 1-247 | ||
- Check inverter documentation | ||
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## Troubleshooting | ||
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### Can't Find Inverter | ||
- Verify inverter is powered on | ||
- Check network connection | ||
- Ensure you're on the same network | ||
- Try scanning for devices again | ||
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### Connection Failed | ||
- Verify IP address and port | ||
- Check firewall settings | ||
- Confirm inverter settings | ||
- Try power cycling the inverter | ||
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### Data Not Updating | ||
- Check connection stability | ||
- Verify device address | ||
- Ensure proper protocol selection | ||
- Review inverter configuration | ||
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## Need More Help? | ||
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If you: | ||
- Don't see your inverter listed | ||
- Can't establish connection | ||
- Need technical assistance | ||
- Have compatibility questions | ||
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Contact our support team through Discord or email. | ||
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> Note: Keep your inverter manual handy during setup. Some manufacturers have specific requirements or settings that need to be enabled. |