Monitoring system via Aurora Communicator
The free Aurora Communicator software represents the basic instrument
for monitoring the system.
For local monitoring, ABB recommends connecting its PVI-USB-
RS485_232 adapter between the rst unit of the daisy chain and the
computer.
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Software
“Aurora
Communicator”
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OFF ON
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PC
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PC -T/R
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RTD2
PT1000
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S2
OFF ON
OFF ON
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TERM.
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For the same purpose, it is also possible to use equivalent devices which are on general sale,
but, taking into account the fact that they have never been specically tested, ABB cannot
guarantee the correct operation of the connection.
The converter, if combined with the use of conguration software, enables a change to be
made to the inverter’s internal parameters and other operations, including updating the
rmware. In this case, if the RS485 line is very long, arrange to insert a 120Ohm resistance
between the +T/R and -T/R terminals of the converter itself. Alternatively, the termination re-
sistance of any monitoring device can be used (e.g.: PVI-AEC-EVO) which must necessarily
be switched off.
Monitoring system via PVI-DESKTOP (Cabled)
The PVI-DESKTOP is an ideal device to monitor the performance of
small residential or commercial systems (max. 6 inverters).
The device can be connected to a PC via a Bluetooth connection (BT
version) or via a USB cable in order to download statistical information or
to update the rmware.
RS485 PC
or
Software
“Aurora
Communicator”
USB 2.0
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PMU
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OFF ON
OFF ON
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a12
TERM.
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