Setting up a new battery with an existing PIKO MP plus
If just one battery is to be set up for an existing PIKO MP plus, this is done via the battery device type.
- Use the plus symbol to add the battery.
Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
Series | Battery |
Linking with inverter | Select the PIKO MP plus to which the battery is connected. |
Serial interface of battery | Select the RS485 interface at which the battery is connected to the KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter. |
Battery type | Select the battery type, e.g. BYD HVM or BYD HVS. |
Number of modules | Select the number of modules that are installed in the battery. |
Max. SOC (charging status) | Set the battery's maximum charging status (default 100%). |
Min. SOC (charging status) | Set the minimum charging status of the battery. Note the details provided by the battery manufacturer (default 5 %). |
Nominal charge/discharge capacity of battery | This value is set automatically and does not need to be changed. It is calculated using the battery type and the number of modules. However, it can be adjusted if the values do not match the battery. |
- Press the OK button to adopt the settings.
- The battery has been set up in the KOSTAL Smart Energy Meter and linked to a PIKO MP plus. Finally, the battery still needs to be assigned to the correct DC input in the PIKO MP plus.
INFO
The battery must be assigned to a DC input in the PIKO MP plus. This is done in the PIKO MP plus by going to Settings > Service > Inputs > DCx > Battery.