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2 DECK Monitoring is committed to providing the best customer experience in the industry. This Product and Service Guide is one example of the ways we try to create a user-friendly experience for our clients as they order, install, and manage our monitoring solutions. It s just one of the reasons why life is better with DECK, the energy monitoring partner. ordering from DECK is as easy as 1-2-3: 1. plan your system: Use this booklet to choose the various features and devices appropriate to your project needs. Consult directly with one of our sales reps as needed: place your order: When you re ready to start your order with DECK, talk to one of our sales reps (or your distributor) to place your PO. Thanks for choosing DECK! 3. fill out a site survey form: After you ve placed your PO you will need to take a few minutes to fill out our brief site survey form. This survey gives us the information we need to process your order, and ensures that all devices are appropriately sized for your project. Your order will not be processed until after the site survey form is completed! To fill out your survey form, go to:

3 let s plan your DECK system: Here at DECK we ve helped to design thousands of PV monitoring systems. This booklet is our -by- guide to help you understand the hardware devices and software features that will be needed and desired for your project. 1 start with the core package All DECK monitoring systems start with the flat rate core package which includes basic monitoring hardware along with the full range of standard software features and values. 2 get it pre-wired and pre-configured in a UL listed enclosure The all-in-one box saves time and money on installation. 3 get inverter data Inverter monitoring provides AC/DC current and voltage, along with inverter fault codes and more. 4 weather stations provide valuable irradiance data 5 consider wireless communication needs Get the best data to benchmark system performance. Avoid costs associated with trenching and running wires. 6 consider granular monitoring options Gain the deepest level of insight into your system performance. 7 certified data reporting service If your project requires reporting, choose our automated service. extend your software contracts Lock in pricing and terms for a total of 10, 15, or 20 years. choose interactive displays We offer a variety of kiosk and touchscreen monitors to boost green PR for all parties.

4 start with the core package: Hardware and Software: Every DECK Monitoring solution comes standard with our full software suite as well as all of the hardware necessary for revenue grade monitoring. Hardware includes a revenue grade meter, a gateway for communication to our web server, plus the appropriate CTs to match your specific project. The core package comes standard with all these features & values included: Customized Dashboard interface Complete Energy Intelligence Admin Panel Complete monitoring hardware package: gateway, revenue-grade meter, and CT s Core Package System planning with one-line diagram service Pre-configured hardware service 5 years of monitoring software Access to DECK support resources included software No hidden charges THE DECK DASHBOARD THE ENERGY INTELLIGENCE ADMIN PANEL Perfect tool for green PR and educational settings. Customizable features include company name, logo, photos, brand colors, and more. Secure private login from any computer. Many powerful analytic tools to help O&M get top performance from your system.

5 start with the core package: Support and Service: Your core package from DECK includes more than just hardware and software. With every DECK order you get full access to various support channels including phone, webchat and other internet resources. We also provide logistics support in our application to track shipments, as well as free shipping on all standard orders. included hardware COMMUNICATIONS GATEWAY Industrial temperature range -30 to 70 C Pushes out data via port 0 DHCP/IP addressing 120 AC to 24 DC power adapter included Onboard nonvolatile memory REVENUE GRADE METER WattsOn Universal Transducer OR Provides per-phase and cumulative information including volts, amps, real power, reactive power, apparent power, Watt-hours, VAR-hours, VAhours, power factor and frequency Digital communication via RS-45 (Modbus RTU) ANSI C12.20 certified Revenue grade accuracy: 0.5% or better e51 Series Power Meter from Veris DECK will source the more appropriate meter for your project. SPLIT CORE CURRENT TRANSFORMERS Available in various sizes to fit your specific project needs Split core CTs provide easy installation Up to 2000 maximum amps per phase (speak with a DECK rep if larger size is needed)

6 s make it easy: pre-wired, pre-configured and UL listed Our popular All-in-One Box is the ultimate innovation for a hassle-free installation process. Get your core package hardware mounted, pre-wired and pre-configured in a weatherproof NEMA-4 enclosure. Comes with quick external connections for a plug-and-play set up experience. Save time and money on installation when you get your hardware pre-wired in a UL-listed enclosure. THE ALL-IN-ONE BOX UL-listed 11.5 (W) x 11.5 (H) x 5.75 (D) 0-304VAC to 24VDC power supply included NEMA type 4 enclosure Includes core package hardware mounted and pre-wired inside Miscellaneous mounting hardware, wire, and DIN rail Fused & standard terminal blocks for power and CTs Quick connects for easy external connections

7 s get inverter data Inverter configuration solutions from DECK provide you with crucial information directly from your inverters. This includes AC and DC current and voltage, as well as inverter fault codes and more. Installation is a breeze using RS-45 ports on the inverters. We offer monitoring solutions for large central inverters over 30kW, as well as solutions for smaller string inverters under 30kW. 3 OVER 30 kw inverter inverter wire with RS -45 core package DECK monitoring solutions are compatible with most major inverter brands. UNDER 30 kw inverter inverter inverter inverter inverter wire with RS -45 core package

8 s weather stations provide valuable irradiance data All DECK systems come standard with a live weather feed from the closest public weather station to your project location (often an airport). But only your own weather station can provide accurate local irradiance data. This data is crucial to determine optimal generation numbers for your system... you can then graph your actual performance against these numbers for the best insight into system productivity. WEATHER STATION Weather stations include various sensors along with a microserver (in UL-listed NEMA 4 enclosure) that prepares the data for internet communications. We offer 2 sensor packages: Deluxe Package All-in-one sensor for ambient temperature, barometric pressure, wind speed & direction, and relative humidity Panel temperature Solar radiation (irradiance) Standard Package Ambient temperature Panel temperature Solar radiation (irradiance) weather sensors Diagram shows Deluxe Package Configuration. Diagram shows pole mounted option for irradiance meter. Plane of array mounting option also available. Standard mounting hardware shown here (included with kit). Metal tripod mounting option available. Irradiance data lets you create the most accurate performance benchmarks to achieve sustained max performance! Weather MicroSer ver in UL-listed enclosure wire with R S- 45 core package

9 s consider wireless communication needs Wireless system communication may be desirable in many circumstances. Perhaps your array is separated from your metering hardware by a road or some other barrier... or perhaps the cost of trenching to a remote location is prohibitively high. If your system requires wireless communications, we can source the right hardware for the job. 5 Avoid trenching costs with wireless system communications. SYSTEM DATA R120-5 MODHOPPER WIRELESS TRANSCEIVERS Wirelessly transmit and receive Modbus data up to 3000 ft with minor obstructions (14 miles line-of-sight with proper installation) Connect up to 12 RS-45 Modbus RTU devices to any Modbus RTU network 256-bit AES encryption for superior security No PC or software configuration needed Accepts Modbus or standard pulse inputs DECK also offers wireless internet solutions. If you are unable to get a local internet connection at your project site, speak with a DECK sales rep about including a cellular internet modem.

10 consider granular monitoring options You can t effectively manage a large PV system if you can only see data from one generation meter. Larger projects need granular monitoring to provide insight into performance among various hardware devices and all sections of the array. Granular monitoring requires additional hardware as well as software for each reporting node. Your DECK sales rep can help you plan a granular monitoring package to fit your project needs. GRANULAR MONITORING LEVELS Granular monitoring enables O&M to keep large systems running at top performance. 1 BASIC AND INVERTER LEVEL MONITORING 2 ZONE LEVEL MONITORING 3 STRING LEVEL MONITORING 1 BASIC MONITORING The most basic level of monitoring receives data from just one reporting node, the generation meter. This level of monitoring is often all that is needed for smaller projects such as residential PV systems. The DECK core package comes standard with one-node reporting. For commercial systems, inverter monitoring is typically added in order to receive inverter fault codes and other valuable performance data. 2 ZONE MONITORING Subarray (zone) level monitoring breaks out your array into several independently reporting nodes. This lets you compare performance among all zones in your array, allowing you to catch isolated performance issues that might otherwise go unnoticed. When you do have a problem, you ll be able to use zone data to locate the trouble area quickly, saving time and money. 3 STRING MONITORING String level monitoring provides the ultimate degree of granular insight into system performance. As the diagram above shows, each string in your system becomes an independently reporting node, allowing you to identify underperforming areas of the system with pinpoint accuracy. String monitoring is recommended for larger projects with a desire for sustained top-level performance.

11 zone level monitoring Adding zone-level monitoring to your system enables primary granular monitoring capabilities, increasing your ability to troubleshoot problem areas and accurately gauge performance across your array. 2 LEVEL 2 GRANULARITY zone meters Each DC Current Transducer can monitor the output from an individual combiner. A DECK sales rep can help you plan a zone map to match your specific system needs. Each zone in your system will require separate hardware and software. Factory calibrated switch-selectable amp ranges (20/40/0, or 50/100/200) Output: 4-20mA Supply current: 35mA max (power source not included) Self-gripping iris for easy installation Bracket can be installed in 3 different configurations for added flexibility Status LED ensures easy set-up for proper wiring DC TRANSDUCER

12 string level monitoring String-level monitoring is the most comprehensive granular monitoring option, allowing for the greatest degree of precision as you measure system performance and diagnose any trouble spots. 3 LEVEL 3 GRANULARITY smart combiners DECK can help you source the appropriate smart combiner hardware needed to meter strings in your system. Plan your total map of strings and combiners, then add the appropriate additional software. A DECK sales rep can help you plan the system map and build an accurate quote. SMART COMBINERS UL-listed Modbus communication 600 VDC or 1000 VDC models (power source not included) Designed for 4 to 16 input channels using the -channel Obvius SCM monitoring units (option for 1 or 2 SCM s) 0C output terminals NEMA-3, 3R, 4 & 4X rated enclusure options Steel or fiberglass enclosure Many configuration options to best fit with your specific combiner construction (DECK sales reps can help plan)

13 certified data reporting service Many incentive programs require certified third-party data reporting to utilities and other organizations. Automated reporting services from DECK are a hassle-free solution. If you need certified reporting, add this optional service to your monitoring package. 7 DECK makes sure you get all utility rebates your project earns! CERTIFIED DATA REPORTING Many PV systems require certified third-party data reporting in order to collect utility rebates or to satisfy other certification needs for local, state and federal agencies. If your project requires data reporting service, DECK is the easy choice. Our automated service means no hassles for you, and we satisfy virtually every certification standard in the industry. For a list of the major certifications we cover, visit

14 extend your software contracts Lock in today s low rates by extending your DECK software contracts to 10, 15, or 20 years of monitoring software with full upgrades and benefits. Since many solar projects are built on 20-year contracts, this option includes the full term of monitoring in the initial project cost total so that any discounts or incentives may be applied to the full agreement. This avoids unnecessary out-of-pocket expense after the first 5 years of the contract. 5-YEAR EXTENSION 5 yrs standard with core package years total software access 20 yrs 10-YEAR EXTENSION 5 yrs standard with core package years total software access 20 yrs 15-YEAR EXTENSION 5 yrs standard with core package years total software access 20 yrs Please note that extended service contracts are purchased on a per node basis: each reporting node in your system (generation meter, inverter, zone, string, weather station, etc) can extend a DECK software contract independently of the other nodes.

15 choose interactive displays Many system hosts enjoy having one or more touchscreen or kiosk displays at their facility. These interactive displays are ideal green PR tools for businesses with high foot traffic. They are powerful learning tools in educational environments, and they help everyone become more conscientious about energy use and conservation campaigns. The Dashboard can also act as a great sales tool for integrators, allowing them to show off their full portfolio of DECK-monitored installations. TOUCHSCREEN LCD MONITOR Ideal for wall mount or desk stand Available in many sizes: 1, 22, 26, 32, 42 High contrast display Comes with PC computer preconfigured with kiosk software for plug and play start up. Touchscreen system requires 2 standard electric outlets and standard ethernet web connection KIOSK WITH 1 TOUCHSCREEN MONITOR 16 gauge steel body Powdercoat finish available in many colors Option to have logo printed on kiosk body Can be anchored to ground Comes with PC computer that is pre-wired and pre-configured with kiosk software for plug and play start up. Kiosk system requires one standard electric outlet and standard ethernet web connection

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