Menu – Settings/information

The inverter and additional components (e.g. energy meter) are configured under "Settings/information".

Basic setting

Setting the general parameters.

Parameter	Explanation
Language	Selection of menu language
Inverter name	Enter the inverter name. The characters a–z, A–Z, 0–9 and "-" can be used when changing the name. Spaces or special characters are not possible. The browser connection to the Webserver can be established with the new name following the name change. It is still possible to gain access with the serial number.
Date and time	Enter the time and date. Setting the time zone Activate/deactivate or automatic determination of time. The NTP server can be configured via the Webserver.

Parameter

Explanation

Language

Selection of menu language

Inverter name

Enter the inverter name. The characters a–z, A–Z, 0–9 and "-" can be used when changing the name. Spaces or special characters are not possible. The browser connection to the Webserver can be established with the new name following the name change. It is still possible to gain access with the serial number.

Date and time

Enter the time and date.

Setting the time zone

Activate/deactivate or automatic determination of time. The NTP server can be configured via the Webserver.

Communication

Set the communication parameters for the inverter's Ethernet connection.

INFO

The "Automatic" option is activated by default. This means that the inverter acquires its IP address from a DHCP server or automatically generates an IP address.

If the inverter is not allocated an automatic IP address through a DHCP server, the inverter can be configured using the item Manual.

The data necessary for configuration, such as IP addresses, router addresses etc., can be found on your router/gateway.

Parameter	Explanation
Network IPv4	Activate the network protocol and configure the network interface (Ethernet) for the inverter. The Automatic option is activated by default. If configuring manually, the corresponding parameter values should be entered.
Network IPv4	Setting the DNS server: The Automatic option is activated by default. If configuring manually, the corresponding parameter values should be entered.
WLAN settings	Setting the communication parameters for a WLAN connection of the inverter. The inverter offers various options here.
	WLAN mode: WLAN off The inverter's WLAN interface is deactivated.
	WLAN mode: Access point The inverter offers a WLAN access point. This can be used, for example, to connect a PC or smartphone to the inverter for configuration or monitoring purposes. SSID: Display of the inverter's SSID. The SSID consists of KOSTAL_ and the serial number of the inverter, e.g. KOSTAL_91109ADE00053. SSID visible: The SSID is visible to other devices during WLAN searches. Encryption: Selection of the Wi-Fi encryption. Password: Enter a password. By default, this is the password item number, which can be found on the type plate. Radio channel: Select the radio channel. By default, this should be set to "Auto".
	WLAN mode: Client The inverter is a Wi-Fi client and can connect to a Wi-Fi gateway in the local home network. In this case, it is no longer necessary to set up a LAN connection. Available networks: Press the button to search for available networks in the vicinity of the inverter. The available networks in the vicinity of the inverter are then displayed. Select your local network to which the inverter should connect. SSID: If the network you are looking for is not displayed, it may be because the network has been configured as invisible. In this case, you can enter the network name yourself. Password: Enter the password for the Wi-Fi network.
WLAN IPv4	Configuration of the inverter's WLAN network interface. The Webserver on the inverter can be accessed via this IP address if there is a WLAN connection to the inverter. The Automatic option is activated by default. If configuring manually, the corresponding parameter values should be entered.
WLAN IPv4	Setting the DNS server: The Automatic option is activated by default. If configuring manually, the corresponding parameter values should be entered.
Network bridge	The Wi-Fi – LAN bridge can be used in the Wi-Fi modes Access Point and Client. Additional devices can be connected to the LAN interface of the inverter, which serves as a Wi-Fi-LAN bridge. Data is then sent via the Wi-Fi interface to the router and into the Internet. Devices connected to the inverter must not be connected to another DHCP server through which they could receive network data (e.g. IP addresses).
Modbus SunSpec (TCP)	Activate the Modbus SunSpec (TCP) protocol
WLAN connection code	NOTE! The WLAN access point in the inverter must be activated in advance. The QR code for the inverter access point is output using this menu item. The direct connection can be used to connect with the smartphone and inverter. The Webserver can then be called up on the inverter using a web browser and by entering the inverter’s IP address 192.168.67.1. The IP address is also shown on the inverter display.
EEBus configuration	You can activate the EEBus protocol on the inverter via this menu item. Devices Display of devices with which an EEBus connection has been established. EEBus QR code The QR code contains all the important information about the device needed to connect it to other EEBus-compatible devices.

Solar portal

Input for the solar portal configuration. If a solar portal is to be used, the log data and events are sent to the solar portal.

Parameter	Explanation
Solar portal	Selection of solar portal.
Activate	Activate to start sending to a solar portal.

Device information

Shows information about the versions installed on the inverter.

Parameter	Explanation
Article number	Article number of the inverter
Serial number	Inverter serial number
Hardware	Hardware version
MC	Main controller version
IOC	Input-output controller version
SW	Software version
National guideline	Country guidelines selected for the inverter
Max. grid feed-in	The configured maximum power that can be fed into the public grid
Insulation resistance	Measured insulation resistance value

Extra options

This function can be used to release additional options/functions for the inverter.

Parameter	Explanation
Release option	Enter an activation code, e.g. to connect a battery. This must be purchased in advance from the KOSTAL Solar Webshop.
Released options	Overview of options currently released in the inverter

INFO

The activation code can be purchased from the KOSTAL Solar Webshop.

You can access the shop via the KOSTAL Solar Terminal or by using this link: shop.kostal-solar-electric.com

Service menu

The installer or an experienced user can use the inverter's service menu to implement settings on the inverter.

INFO

The service menu items depend on the inverter software installed and may differ from the description here.

Some menu items can also be run without a service password. However, these items should only be run by experienced users because otherwise under certain circumstances the inverter may no longer function perfectly.

For the complete service menu to be displayed, the installer must request a code from the inverter manufacturer's service team.

The code is entered by going to the Service code input menu item.

Once the service code has been entered and confirmed, additional service menu entries appear.

Parameter	Explanation
Service code entry	Enter the service code provided by an installer to activate the additional menu items. The service code can be obtained by installers from our service department.
Fan test	Start fan test
Reset settings	Reset the inverter to factory settings. The following settings will be reset: language, inverter name, date/time, network settings, protocol, log data and solar portal.
Event list	Display of the last 10 events with date. Select an event and press the "OK" button to display a detailed view of the event.
Device restart	Restart the inverter.

Additional menu items after entering the service code

Parameter	Explanation
Grid connection	Maximum grid feed-in Set the maximum feed-in capacity. Requirements relating to this are generally specified by the energy supply company (e.g. a limitation to 60%). The inverter's max. power serves as the default. NOTE! Incorrect settings due to lack of expertise. The plant owner is responsible for correctly setting the active power limitation. Your grid operator will provide details of the permissible active power for your system. We recommend that the installer configures all the settings. Energy meter Select the energy meter fitted in the building services. Sensor position Select the position of the energy meter in the building services (grid connection or house consumption).
Reset national guidelines	Reset the country setting. After resetting, the inverter starts the commissioning wizard after a restart. NOTE! Should the inverter not restart automatically, switch it off using the DC switch and also the AC line circuit breaker. Wait 10 seconds and then restart in reverse order.

Parameter

Explanation

Grid connection

Maximum grid feed-in
Set the maximum feed-in capacity. Requirements relating to this are generally specified by the energy supply company (e.g. a limitation to 60%). The inverter's max. power serves as the default.

NOTE! Incorrect settings due to lack of expertise. The plant owner is responsible for correctly setting the active power limitation. Your grid operator will provide details of the permissible active power for your system. We recommend that the installer configures all the settings.
Energy meter
Select the energy meter fitted in the building services.
Sensor position
Select the position of the energy meter in the building services (grid connection or house consumption).

Reset national guidelines

Reset the country setting. After resetting, the inverter starts the commissioning wizard after a restart.

NOTE! Should the inverter not restart automatically, switch it off using the DC switch and also the AC line circuit breaker. Wait 10 seconds and then restart in reverse order.

Update menu

The update menu can be used to set the software update method or to install updates manually.

INFO

You can find the latest update in the download area for the product on our website at www.kostal-solar-electric.com

Parameter	Explanation
System update	Select the inverter's system update method (software update). Manual updates The update must be carried out manually. Notify about available updates The inverter checks at regular intervals whether new software is available. A software update symbol appears on the inverter or in the Webserver if there is an update. The installation must then be started manually. Automatic updates The inverter checks at regular intervals whether new software is available and then installs it automatically. This setting is recommended.
Check for updates	The system looks for current updates from the manufacturer. If a new update is available, it is displayed and can then be installed.

Parameter

Explanation

System update

Select the inverter's system update method (software update).

Manual updates
The update must be carried out manually.
Notify about available updates
The inverter checks at regular intervals whether new software is available. A software update symbol appears on the inverter or in the Webserver if there is an update. The installation must then be started manually.
Automatic updates
The inverter checks at regular intervals whether new software is available and then installs it automatically. This setting is recommended.

Check for updates

The system looks for current updates from the manufacturer. If a new update is available, it is displayed and can then be installed.