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Connect GoodWe Hybrid Inverters with Reduxi controller (Dongle,Bluetooth, WiFi, LAN)

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1. GoodWe Hybrid Inverter Configuration

To enable communication with Reduxi via Modbus TCP, you have several options

1.1 WiFi/LAN dongle 1.0 via LAN:

WiFi/LAN Kit 1.0

                   

In this case, Modbus TCP is automatically enabled with the following settings:

  • Device ID: 1
  • Port: 502
  • Baudrate: 9600

Please proceed to step 4. Set Static IP with Sems+ Classic App

 

1.2 If the inverter is connected to the Internet with a WiFi/LAN dongle 1.0 via WiFi:

WiFi/LAN Kit 1.0

In this case, Modbus TCP must be enabled via SolarGo

Please proceed to step 3. Configuration of WiFi/LAN Dongle 1.0

 

1.3 If the inverter is connected to the Internet with a WiFi/LAN dongle 2.0 via LAN:

WiFi/LAN Kit 2.0

In this case, Modbus TCP is automatically enabled with the following settings:

  • Device ID: 1
  • Port: 502
  • Baudrate: 9600

Please proceed to step 2. Checking the serial number of the WiFi/LAN Dongle 2.0

 

1.4 If the inverter is connected to the Internet with a WiFi/LAN dongle 2.0 via WiFi:

WiFi/LAN Kit 2.0

In this case, Modbus TCP must be activated by GoodWe After-Sale Support.

To do so, send an email to: service.se@goodwe.com

  • Subject: Enable MODBUS TCP for WLAN/LAN 2.0 dongle
  • Include the following information in the email:
    1. Inverter serial number: 
    2. Dongle serial number: 

After Modbus TCP has been activated, continue with the next step

2. Serial number of the WiFi/LAN Dongle 2.0

2.1 When you use this dongle you need to check whether it is the regular dongle or the dongle with the cyber security version.

If the serial number begins with 72000, it's the regular version, as you can see in the image below:

If the serial number begins with 72100, it's the version with cybersecurity, and you'll need to make additional settings on the Inverter. To do so, just follow the next Steps.

3. Configuration of WiFi/LAN Dongle 1.0 with the SolarGo App

3.1 Download and install the solarGo App (if needed)                           

3.2 Connect to Inverter with Bluetooth

Ensure that the inverter is power on, both the inverter and the communication module
are working properly.

  1. Tab Bluetoothon the homepage of SolarGo.
  2. Tab Device list to refresh the site.
  3. Find the device by the the inverter serial number. Tap the device name to log in.

  4. When you connect to the inverter via Bluetooth for the first time, a pairing prompt appears. Tab Pair to continue.

     

     

  5. Log in as an Owner or an Installer. Initial password: 1234. If the password has already been changed, use your chosen password instead.
    (optional) Reminder to change the password appears only when necessary.
    (optional) Change the password if you haven't already done so.
  6. activate the function "Remember Password" and enable Bluetooth stays on the folling page.


     
  7. If everything has been entered correctly, you will now be on the main page of the Solargo app, where you can see the data of your inverter.

3.3 Activate and configure Modbus TCP

Now you need to adjust the Modbus TCP settings. These depend on the dongle you are using.

3.3.1 Regular dongle - the serial number starts with 72000:

  1. Tap Settings on the Buttom of the Mainpage
  2. Tab Communication Settings
  3. Tab RS485
  4. Enable the Modbus TCP
  5. Once Modbus TCP is enabled, the address, device ID and baudrate must be set. Please enter the following values:
    Device ID: 1
    Port: 502
    Baud rate: 9600

3.3.2 Cyber security dongle - the serial number starts with 72100:

  1. Tap Settings on the Buttom of the Mainpage
  2. Tab Privacy & Security
  3. Enable the Modbus TCP

  4. Once Modbus TCP is enabled, the address, device ID and baudrate must be set. Please enter the following values:
    Device ID: 1
    Port: 502
    Baud rate: 9600

3.4 Set Static IP address

Next, the IP address must be set. We recommend using a fixed (static) IP address. 

  1. Tap Settings on the Buttom of the Mainpage
  2. Tab WLAN/LAN
  3. If the DHCP switch is enabled, please disable it and manually enter the data appropriate for your network.
    Note: write down the IP Adress for later.

This completes the configuration of your inverter and you can now proceed with adding the device to the Reduxi Controller under Step 6. Add GoodWe Inverter to Reduxi Controller

 

4. Set Static IP with Sems+ Classic App

4.1 Download and install the Sems+ Classic App (if needed)

                                     

 

4.2 Connect to Inverter with Bluetooth

Ensure that the inverter is power on, both the inverter and the communication module
are working properly.

  1. Tab Network Link on the homepage of Sems+.
  2. Find the device by the the inverter serial number. Tap the device name to log in.
    When you connect to the inverter via Bluetooth for the first time, a pairing prompt appears. Tab Pair to continue.


     
  3. Log in as an Owner or an Installer. Initial password: 1234. If the password has already been changed, use your chosen password instead.
    (optional) Reminder appears only when necessary.
    (optional) Change the password if you haven't already done so.
    activate the function "Remember Password" and go ahead.
  4. If everything has been entered correctly, you will now be on the Network Link page of the, as you can see in the image below:


     
  5. Now you need to set the IP from "DHCP" to "Static" for that switch off the DHCP Automatic Obtain Button.
  6. Now you can adjust the inverter's IP settings to match your network. Write down the settings for later!
    After that press WLAN Detection.


     

  7. If everything was configured correctly, you'll receive a success message. If you receive an error message, please check your entries.

     

This completes the configuration of your inverter and you can now proceed with adding the device to the Reduxi Controller under Step 6. Add GoodWe Inverter to Reduxi Controller

  

5. Perform Firmware update (if needed)

In case of any Problems, please update the inverter firmware to the latest version.

  1. Tap Settings on the Buttom of the Mainpage
  2. Tab Firmware Information
  3. Select Check for Updates

  4. If a new version is available, upgrade according to the instructions.

5.1 Configure network

Make sure the inverter is connected to the Internet via an Ethernet cable. Only then can the inverter communicate with the Reduxi controller via Modbus TCP.

 

5.1.1 Activate and configure Modbus TCP

  1. Tap Settings on the Buttom of the Mainpage
  2. Tab Privacy & Security
  3. Enable the Modbus TCP
  4. Once Modbus TCP is enabled, the address, device ID and baudrate must be set. Please enter the following values:
    Device ID: 1
    Port: 502
    Baud rate: 9600

5.1.2 Setting static IP address

Next, the IP address must be set. We recommend using a fixed (static) IP address. 

  1. Tap Settings on the Buttom of the Mainpage
  2. Tab WLAN/LAN
  3. If the DHCP switch is enabled, please disable it and manually enter the data appropriate for your network.
    Note: write down the IP Adress for later.

This completes the configuration of your inverter and you can now proceed with adding the device to the Reduxi Controller.

6. Add GoodWe Inverter to Reduxi Controller

After connecting the Reduxi and the Hybrid inverter via Ethernet, you can register it as a new device (GoodWe Hybrid Inverter).

 

6.1 Add Device

First, log-in to the local Reduxi configurator and add a new device by clicking the 'Add device' button.

 

6.2 Select GoodWe Hybrid Inverter

Within the first step, basic settings are defined:

  • Select Device type: Hybrid Inverter,
  • Select Type: GoodWe Energy Storage Inverter HV,
  • Name the device by yourself

 

6.3 Device Configuration for Communication Channel

The second step involves configuring the communication channel, which is essential for proper Modbus TCP communication. In this step, the communication link between the Reduxi controller and the GoodWe Hybrid Inverter is established.

Settings for the Communication channel are displayed below:

Note: Set the IP address of the inverter that was set up earlier.

 

6.4 Test communication

Below all fields of the Communication channel mentioned in the previous step, there is a "Test Communication" button. This button is used to verify whether the Modbus TCP connection between the devices is functioning correctly.

Successful response (example):

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6.5. Readings from Device

The purpose of this point is to show how to check readings from the device. This is done under 'Device (GoodWe Hybrid Inverter)/Last measurement'.

Once the device is successfully added through the configurator, it can be monitored via the cloud application Reduxi. 

 

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