User Guide Table of Contents 1. Overview 2. InSight System Monitoring Hardware 3. InSight Remote Site Monitoring 4. Country Map - Site Selection 5. PV

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1 InSightTM Remote Site Monitoring USER GUIDE Version 1.45 Page 1 of 27

2 User Guide Table of Contents 1. Overview 2. InSight System Monitoring Hardware 3. InSight Remote Site Monitoring 4. Country Map - Site Selection 5. PV System Site Status 6. Graphs and Charts 7. Downloading Site Data 8. Site Documents & Details 9. Technical Support Page 2 of 27

1. Overview InSight Remote Site Monitoring, from IIANTECH and Apollo Solar, is a set of hardware and software components that allow monitoring of data from multiple remote solar sites, in near real

3 1. Overview InSight Remote Site Monitoring, from IIANTECH and Apollo Solar, is a set of hardware and software components that allow monitoring of data from multiple remote solar sites, in near real -time. As a website, InSight works with any computer and any browser. InSight consists of on-site hardware which includes an intelligent system controller (System Controller) with its own firmware. The System Controller sends data to Apollo s server where it is st ored and then displayed as various web pages. The following is a description of the principal components and how a user can use InSight to provide excellent, timely, data regarding remote solar sites. 2. InSight System Monitoring Hardware The Monitoring Components consist of: Apollo System Controller Ethernet Hub Digital I/O Module Analog I/O Module GSM Modem Page 3 of 27

System Controller (ASC) Key Functions of the ASC: Get data from up to 16 T80s Monitor status of Battery

and Essential Load Breaker if Battery Voltage gets too low, and turn them back on when Battery Voltage returns

Digital I/O Module The ASC communicates with the Digital I/O Module to monitor various inputs and activate

Ethernet Hub The Ethernet Hub connects the ASC to the GSM Modem and also allows for a local PC to be connected.

4 System Controller (ASC) Key Functions of the ASC: Get data from up to 16 T80s Monitor status of Battery Breaker, Load Breakers, Door Switch, MOVs, and PV Theft Detection Circuit Turn off Non-Essential Load Breaker and Essential Load Breaker if Battery Voltage gets too low, and turn them back on when Battery Voltage returns to higher levels Send system data to Apollo Server Save Events in local SD card and send to Server Digital Digital I/O Module The ASC communicates with the Digital I/O Module to monitor various inputs and activate various outputs. Ethernet Hub The Ethernet Hub connects the ASC to the GSM Modem and also allows for a local PC to be connected. GSM Modem The GSM Modem allows the ASC to communicate with the Server using the Internet. The GSM Modem requires a SIM card. It is essential to configure and test the GSM Modem before going to the site. Page 4 of 27

ASC Software The ASC software version has 4 simple screens: System View Test Digital Inputs/Outputs Test Communications

Software Version and the Serial Number of your InSight site are displayed in the upper right corner of the screen.

The ASC uses a touch screen: the buttons on the screen are activated with the touch of a finger or a pen or pencil.

5 ASC Software The ASC software version has 4 simple screens: System View Test Digital Inputs/Outputs Test Communications Sun Test Irradiance readings ASC System View screen Test DIO screen Test Communications screen Sun Test screen NOTE: The Software Version and the Serial Number of your InSight site are displayed in the upper right corner of the screen. When working on a site, check to make sure these are correct. Each of the ASC screens is self explanatory. The ASC uses a touch screen: the buttons on the screen are activated with the touch of a finger or a pen or pencil. A short beep indicates that the button has been pressed. It is a good idea to return to the System screen after other tests are completed. Page 5 of 27

6 Apollo Server The software on the Apollo Server waits for the ASC to communicate. It then requests Charge Controller (T80) data and event information, which it stores in a database and displays to users through the InSight Remote Site Monitoring website. 3. Access InSight Site Monitoring In order to use the InSight website, you can get a URL (web page address like google.com) from your administrator, or use the Apollo live demo site. To use the Apollo live demo site: Use your browser to go to Camusat.ApolloSolar.com Enter the User Name " " (Please contact us iian@iian.kr) Enter the Password " " (Please contact us iian@iian.kr) Follow the instructions in this User Guide. We suggest going to the country of Madagascar, site 46, which is along the Southwest Coast of Madagascar. Note that on the Country map you can zoom in and drag the map to zoom in on the various sites. Apollo has the ability to brand sites with the name and logo of particular customers, whether they are operators, tower companies, or installers. This demo site is branded for a customer Camusat. If you are visiting the demo site then you can ignore the remaining instructions below, and proceed to section 4. Data Security For security reasons, the Site Monitoring Software has configured access permissions for different users (to ensure that not everyone is able to access it). Users must create their own log in credentials and then be given access permissions by an Administrator. Registration is a two-step process: 1) Fill out the User Registration form. The Register link is on the home page. User Name is the name you log in with. Display Name is the name that displays on the screen (once you have logged in) and is your display name in the Forum. Password: Set a password that is at least 7 characters long (numbers and/or letters). Note: When you click the Register button, you get an access denied message because you do not yet have permission to the site. Page 6 of 27

2. Request Access Rights. Send an email to your Administrator who will notify you when your User Account has been activated.

7 2. Request Access Rights. Send an to your Administrator who will notify you when your User Account has been activated. When you return to log in, you will be asked to complete your User Profile (required items marked in red). At any time, you can access and change your User Profile by clicking on your Display Name in the upper right corner and then choosing Edit Profile. You may select to edit your log in credentials, your password or your profile. 4. Country Map - Site selection Site selection is done from the top menu: Top menu > Site Monitoring Tab > World Map. When you choose a country, a map is displayed with all the site installations in that country. Page 7 of 27

8 Each location is marked by an icon. The color of the icon (red, yellow and green) reflects the status of that site. Mouse over the icon to see system details Click on the icon to visit the PV System Overview, or Site Status page, for that site (see next section). Page 8 of 27

5. PV System Overview - Site Monitoring web page (Site Status) The Site Status page provides a real-time overview of the system with links to charts, reports,

9 5. PV System Overview - Site Monitoring web page (Site Status) The Site Status page provides a real-time overview of the system with links to charts, reports, and other information. A screenshot is shown below followed by a schematic drawing of the system and an explanation of each data point displayed. Page 9 of 27

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11 Real Time flowing data After the InSight Site Monitoring Software is installed on the system controller, it starts to capture live data for each component: PV array PV voltage (Uarray) - the combined voltage from all PV strings. PV current (Iarray) - the current sum of all PV strings, connected to the charge regulator (T80). PV power (Parray) - the total power generated by the PV array connected to the charge regulator. Combiner Array excess energy the percentage difference between the actual energy produced by the PV array and the maximum energy that could be produced taking into account the solar irradiation. Surge Arrestor status the current state of the Surge arrestor. Charge Regulator (T80) Charge regulator output voltage (Uout T80HV) the instantaneous output voltage value of the T80HV. Charge regulator output current (Iout T80HV) the instantaneous output current value of T80HV towards the battery banks and loads. Charge regulator output power (Pout T80HV) the instantaneous output power value of T80HV, calculated as the product of the charge regulator output voltage and charge regulator output current. Charge regulator state (Charge stage) the charging status. Charge regulator temperature (TT80HV) the instantaneous temperature value inside the T80HV. Telco/Non Telco Power supplied to load (P supplied to load) the power value absorbed by the system consumers (Telecom loads and Non-Telecom loads). Voltage supplied to load (U supplied to load) the voltage value absorbed by the system consumers (Telecom loads and Non-Telecom loads). Current supplied to load (I supplied to load) the current value absorbed by the system consumers (Telecom loads and Non-Telecom loads). System overload state (System overload) the percentage of the power supplied to load that passes the nominal power. Total System Excess Energy (Total System Exc.Energy) the percentage of the energy supplied to load that passes the nominal energy produced. Page 11 of 27

12 Battery Bank Battery Bank temperature (Tcell) the temperature value inside the Battery Bank. Battery bank voltage (UBB sensing wires) the battery bank voltage value read directly on the battery bank terminals. Battery Bank input current (IIN) the battery bank charging current. Battery Bank output current (IOUT) the current supplied to load from the battery bank. Battery Bank output power (POUT) the power supplied to load from the battery bank. Battery Bank input power (PIN) the battery bank charging power. State of charge (SOC) the percentage of the energy level inside the battery bank. Configuration of Hardware Components The info icon on each system component opens a pop up window with details of the component configuration. Click the pop-up to close it or click on another component s info icon to see information about another component. Date and Time Information All the PV Array system data are displayed in Real-Time. The Date and Time are shown at the top of the status diagram. Page 12 of 27

13 Digital Inputs/Outputs The ASC communicates with the Digital I/O Module to monitor various inputs and activate various outputs, as explained below. Digital Inputs: Battery breaker An alarm is triggered if the Battery Circuit Breaker is tripped due to an overload, or if it is turned off manually. Load breaker An alarm is triggered if either load breaker is tripped due to an overload, or if either one is turned off manually. Door switch The switch on the door to the InSight electronic cabinet sends an alarm if opened for any reason. The alarm is reset when the door is closed. PV theft switch An alarm is sent if the loop of wire threaded through the frames of all the PV modules is cut. Combiner MOV (surge arrestor) The MOVs in the Combiner Boxes can withstand a large number of small surges or a small number of large surges. When one or more of these MOVs reach end of life, an alarm is triggered indicating they should be replaced. Digital Outputs: Essential loads on/off Remote control of the essential load latching contactor. Non Essential loads on/off Remote control of the Non-Essential latching contactor. Fan Relay Remote control of the relay which turns the 48 volt fans on or off. Page 13 of 27

Active alarms The Active Alarms are displayed in chronological order, starting with the most recent one, and can fall into the following categories: Door opened Battery breaker opened Load breaker

14 Active alarms The Active Alarms are displayed in chronological order, starting with the most recent one, and can fall into the following categories: Door opened Battery breaker opened Load breaker opened MOV to replace PV Loop opened Essential load disconnected Non essential load disconnected Low battery voltage Alarm information is also displayed on the Alarms page, accessible via the Alarms button (at the top of the Site Status page). Page 14 of 27

6. Graphical Charts Click the Charts button at the top of the Site Status page to view a variety of charts that display data/parameters in graphical format.

15 6. Graphical Charts Click the Charts button at the top of the Site Status page to view a variety of charts that display data/parameters in graphical format. To show a graph, select from the main menu (and then click the Refresh button). The Chart types are: DC Energy Record Irradiance available at the PV Array Battery Voltage Maximum Power Received by Battery Maximum Power Received from the Battery Estimated Solar Power Potential Power from PV Array to T80 Current from PV Array to T80 True Battery Voltage Battery Current PV Voltage Battery Voltage Max, Avg, Min Temperatures inside the T80HVs, at the T80HV Heat Sinks and the Battery Page 15 of 27

16 All the graphics can be displayed for different Periods of time: Hour Day Month Year and reflecting different Frequencies: Raw data 10 Minutes Hourly Daily Monthly Choose the Starting date (year, month, date) and time via dropdowns and click Refresh: Page 16 of 27

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7. System Reporting The Site Monitoring Software allows you to generate reports and download data for a given T80 Charge Regulator and time period.

23 7. System Reporting The Site Monitoring Software allows you to generate reports and download data for a given T80 Charge Regulator and time period. Click the Download T80 Data button at the bottom of the Site Status page: Fill in the desired parameters: Serial Number: Enter a Serial Number for a T80 Charge Regulator (you can click on Return to Status to get the Serial Number if needed). Start Date and End Date: Use the calendar to choose a date. Start Hour and End Hour: Enter a number from 0 to 24 for each field. Nth Record: Indicate how many records you would like to display. Enter 1 to download every record, 5 to download every 5 th record, and so on. Click Update to generate the report (see sample report below). At the bottom of the report, click on Export to Excel or Export to XML to download (the file will be downloaded to the folder you have configured for downloads). Page 23 of 27

24 8. Site Documents & Details Site Documents: The Site Monitoring software allows you to access relevant Site documents (e.g. Electrical wiring diagram). Select the Documents button at the top of the Site Status page. Click on the link for each document to open or save (download) the file. Page 24 of 27

25 Site Details: The Details button links to a summary of the Site installation: System Settings: This screen displays an overview of the thresholds (and the colored Status dots next to each component) referenced on the Site Status page. Page 25 of 27

1) The Technical Support page on the site, with phone and email

26 History: The history page requires Administrator access to view. 9. Technical Support There are three ways to get support. 1) The Technical Support page on the site, with phone and contact information: 2) FAQ or Frequently Asked Questions page: Page 26 of 27

27 3) The Forum for posting questions, discussion, and sharing information. Click on any of the Topics to read the current discussion on that topic and post a response. Click New Topic to create a new discussion topic. Page 27 of 27,

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