Setting up MDC clients in the MDC host
MDC client inverters are connected to the MDC host inverter in the device manager on the MDC host inverter.
The Device Manager is only displayed on the inverter that has been configured as the MDC host inverter. The assignment of whether the inverter becomes an MDC host or an MDC client inverter is determined during initial commissioning or can be changed via Change operating mode.
The Device Manager displays all available devices that have been found in the home network by the MDC host.
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Dual control/regulation
If control via Multi Device Control is activated, control via the KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter (KSEM) is no longer possible. All devices that were previously controlled via the KSEM must be removed from the KSEM under the Inverter menu item and connected to the MDC host via the Device Manager. Any active power limitation in the KSEM must be deactivated and reconfigured in the MDC host.
If there are incompatible devices in the home network that can only be controlled via the KSEM (e.g. PLENTIUCORE plus G1), MDC cannot be used for control. In this case, the devices must be configured in the KSEM.
There are two ways to connect devices to the MDC host.
- Manual connection by entering all values
- Select device from the list and connect
Use the Add manually option to connect the devices to the MDC host inverter. The values for the device must be entered manually. Depending on the device, it can then only be read out or also controlled.
If you select a device from the Available devices list, you can connect it to the MDC host inverter after filling in the necessary fields.
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Parameter |
Explanation |
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Connected devices | Displays all devices connected to the MDC host. Manufacturer: Displays the device manufacturer. Name: Device name IP address: IP address of the device Status: Green tick indicates that the device is connected. A red X indicates that the connection cannot be established or that there is an error. Click on the device to open the settings. These can be adjusted. Disconnect disconnects the device from the MDC host. Info provides the current performance values for the device. Add manually: Use this button to connect devices for which you want to enter the data manually or which do not appear in the list below. |
Available devices | Displays all compatible devices found in the home network by the MDC host inverter. Use the Refresh button to search the home network for new devices. Manufacturer: Display of the device manufacturer Name: Device name IP address: IP address of the device Settings (gear icon): This option can be used to connect the device to the MDC host. To do this, all fields must be filled in. The device is then connected to the MDC host via Connect. Under |