GOODWE WiFi-LAN Kit-20 Smart Dongle Installation Guide

WiFi-LAN Kit-20 Smart Dongle

Product Information

Specifications

• Type: Smart Dongle
• Input Voltage(V): 5
• Power(W): 2
• Communication: WLAN, Bluetooth
• Ingress Protection Rating: IP65
• Relative Humidity Range: 0-95%, non-condensing
• Max. Operating Altitude: 4000m

Product Usage Instructions

Installation
To install the Smart Dongle:

1. Install the 5-pin USB adapter on the inverter.
2. If using WiFi/LAN Kit-20 with LAN function, remove the waterproof connector and route the LAN communication cable through the connector.
3. Connect the Smart Dongle into the inverter.
4. Finish the connection.

Power On
To power on the Smart Dongle:

1. Power on the inverter.
2. Power on the router.
3. Determine the communication status based on the communication indicator on the inverter side.

FAQ

• What should I do if the Smart Dongle communication indicator shows no connection to the router?
  If the Smart Dongle communication indicator shows no connection to the router (two flashes), check the router settings and ensure proper connectivity. Resetting the Smart Dongle may also help resolve the issue.

• What is the recommended distance for installing the Smart Dongle?
  The device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body to ensure proper operation and safety.

Quick Installation Guide
Smart Dongle
(WiFi/LAN Kit-20 & WiFi Kit-20)
V1.0-2023-05-20

General Statement

• The information in this guide is subject to change due to product updates or other reasons. This guide cannot replace the safety precautions on the product labels unless otherwise specified. All descriptions in this guide are for guidance only.
• Read through this guide before installations.
• All operations should be performed by trained and knowledgeable technicians who are familiar with local standards and safety regulations.
• Before installation, check the deliverables for correct model, complete contents, and intact appearance. Contact after-sales service if there is any abnormality.
• Strictly follow the installation, operation, and configuration instructions in this guide. The manufacturer shall not be liable for equipment damage or personal injury if not following the instructions. For more warranty details, please visit http://www.goodwe.com : https://www.goodwe.com/warrantyrelated.html.

Technical Parameters

Bluetooth LE specification

Mechanical Parameters| Dimension (WHD)| 48.3159.532.1| 48.395.532.1
Weight (g)| 82| 54
Ingress Protection Rating| IP65
Installation| Plug-and-play
Operating Temperature Range(°C)| -30 ~ +60
Storage Temperature Range (°C)| -40 ~ +70
Relative Humidity Range| 0-95%, non-condensing
Max.Operating attitude(m)| 4000

EU Declaration of Conformity

The equipment with wireless communication modules sold in the European market meets the requirements of the following directives:

• Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (RED)
• Restrictions of Hazardous Substances Directive 2011/65/EU and (EU) 2015/863 (RoHS)
• Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment 2012/19/EU
• Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH)

You can download the EU Declaration of Conformity on the official website: www.goodwe.com.

Applications

NOTICE

• Monitor the equipment via SEMS. The third-party monitoring platform must be compatible with the Modbus-TCP communication protocol for use.
• LAN mode is only applicable to WiFi/LAN Kit-20.

Product Introduction

Parts and Dimension

Installation

Deliverables

NOTICE
This device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

(Optional) Step 1 Install the 5-pin USB adapter on the inverter.

NOTICE
Steps 2 and 3 are only applicable to WiFi/LAN Kit-20 when the LAN function is required.

Step 2 Remove the waterproof connector.
Step 3 Route the LAN communication cable through the connector.

Step 4 Connect the Smart Dongle into the inverter.

Step 5 Finish the connection.

Power On

Step 1 Power on the inverter.
Step 2 Power on the router.
Step 3 Determine the communication status of the Smart Dongle based on the communication indicator on the inverter side.

Communication indicator in LAN Port

| Green| Solid on| The connection of the wired network at 100Mbps is normal.
Flashing|

• The Ethernet cable is not connected.
• The connection of the wired network at 100Mbps is abnormal.
• The connection of the wired network at 10Mbps is normal.

Yellow| Solid on| The communication data is being transmitted or received.
Flashing| The Ethernet cable is not connected.

Press and hold for 6 to 20 seconds to restore the Smart Dongle to factory settings.

Commissioning

Commissioning via SolarGo App

Download and install SolarGo App.

Step 1 Connect the Smart Dongle on the App.

1| Type of the Smart Dongle

• WLA: WiFi/LAN Kit-20
• WFA: WiFi Kit-20

---|---
2| Bluetooth
3| The last 8 digits of the inverter SN

Step 2 Click “Pair” on the popping “Bluetooth Pair Request” page.

Step 3 Select “Owner” or “Installer”. Then enter the password to log in. The initial password is “1234”.

Step 4 Click “More”, and enter into the sub-menu.
Step 5 Click “Communication Configuration”, and enter into its sub-page. Step 6 Configure the communication parameters according to your requirements.

Replacing Equipment

NOTICE
Do not remove the Smart Dongle when the dongle or the inverter is in firmware upgrad-ing. Otherwise the upgrading might fail.

Step 1 Prepare the new dongle before replacing.
Step 2 Remove the dongle on the inverter.
Step 3 Install the new dongle. For more details, refer to the corresponding device Quick Installation Guide.

Troubleshooting

1. Make sure that the Smart Dongle on the inverter is powered on and the blue indicator is flashing or solid on.
2. Make sure that the Smart Dongle is within its communication range.
3. Refresh the device list in the App.
4. Restart the inverter.

2| Unable to connect to WFA-BLE/WLA-BLE|

1. Make sure successful encrypted pairing of Bluetooth.
2. Make sure no other smart device is connected to WFA-BLE/WLA-BLE.
3. Restart the inverter and reconnect to WFA-BLE/ WLA-BLE.

1. Put the router nearer to the Smart Dongle. Or add a WiFi relay device to enhance the WiFi signal.
2. Check if the router’s channel number is higher than 13. If it is, manually modify the value to a smaller one in the router settings.

4| After completing all configurations, the Smart Dongle fails to connect to the router.|

1. Restart the inverter.
2. Check if the SSID, encryption method and password on WiFi configuration page are the same with that of Router.
3. Restart the router.
4. Put the router nearer to the Smart Dongle. Or add a WiFi relay device to enhance the WiFi signal.

5| After completing all configurations, the Smart Dongle fails to connect to the router.| Restart the router and the inverter.

Official Website

GoodWe Technologies Co., Ltd.

No. 90 Zijin Rd., New District, Suzhou, 215011, China www.goodwe.com
[email protected]

References

• 固德威——以光伏逆变器为核心的整体解决方案服务商
• 质保相关

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>