Characteristics Analyser Hardware Operating Instructions
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1. 8 00 A 7 00 A 6 00 A 500 A 4 00 A 3 00 A 200 A 100 A 0 00 A ov m Raw 10 Y 20 Y m PUI Raw 30 Y STC 40 Y 50 Y m PUI STC 60 v 70 Y m Ideal STC 80 Y 90 Y 100 Y m Ideal PUI STC so Y 90 Y 100 Y m Ideal PUI STC 110 Y 110 Y 110 Y 120 Y 120 Y 120 Y 130 Y 130 Y 130 Y 190 Y 190 Y 190 Y 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 150 Y 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 150 Y 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 150 Y 17 Generally it is true to say that the temperature influences the width Uoc and the irradiation influences the height Isc during the conversion of the I U characteristics into the STC charac teristics Using the I U characteristics the solar irradiation and the module temperature the TRI KA calculates the electric values of the PV generator under STC conditions STC Standard Test Conditions Conditions under which PV modules reach their values stated on the rating plate standard test conditions irradiation 1000 W m spectrum AM 1 5 and module temperature 25 C Using the calculated peak performance at STC the actual output can be compared with the output stated on the data sheets of the modules The installation of the PV generator and the condition of PV modules can be evaluated by a comparison of the actual peak output at STC and the output acco2. Read measured values 7 3 2 Add transfer of recorded irradiation and temperature values After the characteristics measurement the irradiation and temperature values may be transferred from the TRI SEN to the TRI KA in the Add menu point This can be done automatically time dependent or manual ly independent allocation of values The measured characteristics are converted into STC characteristics using the sensor data The same can immediately be seen on the display or analysed by the PC software Select the Add menu item 2 Select Autom for an automatic transfer of measured values 3 Point the upper ends of both devices against each other so that the infrared communica tion can take place If the automatic transfer does not work or is not desired the values for irradiation and temperature may be entered in the Manual menu using the arrow keys Characteristics may also be acquired without re cording the irradiation and temperature however this will not guarantee a correct analysis 7 3 3 PC transfer of measured values from the TRI KA to the PC 1 Switch on the TRI KA and the TRI SEN and start the TRI KA software 2 Point the upper ends of the TRI KA and the TRI SEN against each other so that the infra Current values Temp 19 C Sun 1003W m2 Batt V 7 5V USB V 0 0V Unit No 0524 1006 Current Add PC Return red communication can take place 3 Connect the TRI SEN with the PC usin
3. e Key sounds for the confirmation of an operation e Auto Backlight Memory e Delete all If the memory is deleted all data and curves are irretrievably deleted 7 6 Storage maintenance TRI KA The TRI KA must be transported and stored its case The instrument must not be exposed to direct sun irradiation in prolonged measuring The membrane keyboard must not come in contact with pointed or sharp objects The keys are intended for manual operation and not resistant against metals or other hard materials The instrument may only be cleaned with a soft cloth Abrasives or aggressive cleaning agents destroy the glass of the LCD and the membrane keyboard 8 Requirements for measurement and analysis Weather conditions should be constant during measurement Measurements taken under strongly fluctuating weather conditions will be insignificant The stronger the irradiation the more accurate the measurement will be From approx 400 W m onwards a measurement is significant An irradiation of more than 500 W m is however recommended The temperature measurement is selective and inconsistent for an entire solar installation When using several strings the temperature difference between the lower and the upper string will be substantial The environment of the solar modules may have a strong influence on the temperature Try to collect an average value as significant as possible Make sure that the TRI SEN is lying in the module plane same alignment a
4. C See 7 TRI KA 7 3 Sensor 7 3 3 PC 5 Connection of the photovoltaic generator For a significant informational value of the measurement it is crucial that no solar module connected in parallel be measured This would lead to difficulties in the evaluation of the measurement results The individual strings can subsequently be added together by means of the software During the measurement the solar modules may only be connected to the TRI KA Other loads like inverters or batteries must be discon nected from the solar modules Please ensure the correct connection of the poles Reverse polarity might lead to errors and damage The measuring lines must be completely inserted into the sockets Excess ive junction resistance falsifies the measurement result and can cause dangerous arcs and burns Damaged measuring cables must be re placed immediately The repair of cables is not permitted Infrared USB cable PC 6 TRI SEN The TRI SEN is used to record the cell temperature and irradiation After the characteristics measurement by the TRI KA these values may be transferred from the TRI SEN to the TRI KA and used for the conversion into STC values Standard Test Conditions Irradiation 1000 W m spect rum AM 1 5 and module temperature 25 C For a simple measurement of open circuit voltage and or short circuit current the irradiation and the cell temperature are not required TRI SEN data Measurement Temperature mea
5. K key to get into the P Measur menu 5 Define object number installation number string number for unambiguous recognition Parameter settings may be changed using the arrow keys The increment function is helpful for the measurement of large installations The string number is increased by 1 after each measurement 6 Select the Start menu level and trigger the measurement using the OK key 7 Measurement is performed 8 The measured curve is recorded and simul taneously displayed 9 Leave the illustration using the OK key If the voltage is too low a measurement cannot be performed Please check the messages on the display The measurements are stored in the memory under a running number 125 curves can be stored 7 3 Sensor communication with the TRI SEN The Sensor menu item is used to transfer measured values from TRI SEN to TRI KA and for the communi cation between TRI KA and the PC Parameters for measurement Object No 0001 Installation No 1 String No 1 Auto increment Yes Start Return Isc 2 4A Uoc 77V V Return Measur points 94 7 3 1 Current display of the current irradiation and temperature values The TRI SEN can display the currently measured values for the verification of irradiation and temperature 1 Navigate to Current in the Sensor menu 2 Point the upper ends of both devices against each other so that the infrared communica tion can take place 3
6. TRITEC Characteristics Analyser Hardware Operating Instructions Contents Be ee el eg TEE 3 2 Contents OF the Case consinti dci 4 3 Warmings Please MINO asocia 4 Da He VE 4 A y A 4 33 Loca taa 5 324 MeS UENEN E on 5 4 Step by step to the measurement result 5 5 Connection of the photovoltaic generator cion ia 6 C il ME 7 6 1 Cell temperature MEAS MCI ius A ta nnen 8 6 2 Irradiation measurement ani cd ectarstsacianrentdiacvdassaeicannmettodcensOdasvieasmendensencodsdeenavsudenntaxcedboens 9 A o A 10 7 1 Uoc measurement of open circuit voltage and short circuit current ccccccccnnanannnos 12 7 2 P Measur characteristics measurement nn 13 7 3 Sensor communication with the TRI SEN E 13 7 3 1 Current display of the current irradiation and temperature values 000000000000000 14 7 3 2 Add transfer of recorded irradiation and temperature values 14 7 3 3 PC transfer of measured values from the TRI KA Totbebt 14 7 4 Memory display of stored curves uuuuusessssssnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennennennnnnnnn 15 73 Setup EE ES 7 6 Storage maintenance TREKA unten ageet 16 8 Requirements for measurement and analysis 16 9 Evaluation of the measurement results 16 10 Declaration OT CONT my ee end rennen 19 11 General terms and conditions of warranty for TRITEC products ccoccnnonicicoconnccncnnnnconccnnnnannnnos 20 1 Introduction The photovoltaic market is a highly active and br
7. and a black input for the negative cable of a solar module series connection An infrared interface for non contact communication with the TRI SEN has been arranged at the top of the device TRI KA navigation ON Backlight Info OK Measurement Uoc amp Isc gq Return OK Enter parameters Measurement of characteristics Return OK Current Return Select Memory measurements Return os Change setup Return Measurement of open circuit voltage and short circuit cur rent at the connecting ter minals see 7 1 Measurement of LU charac teristics see 7 2 Connection to the TRI SEN and the PC see 7 3 Display of stored measured data see 7 4 Setting of instrument para meters see 7 5 TRI KA change of battery CAUTION Prior to any battery change the cables must be removed from the TRI KA and the device must be switched off see Warnings 1 Remove protective cover see picture press ing both lateral buttons e g with a pen 2 Take out the black battery compartment pulling the side elements together 3 Place the four batteries LR6 Mignon AA in the battery compartment 4 Push the battery compartment opening points to the rear side of the TRI KA back into the TRI KA until it engages and replace the protective cover 7 1 Uoc measurement of open circuit voltage and short circuit current The TRI KA can measure and display the current open circ
8. e char acteristics and can display short circuit current and open circuit voltage at the push of a button For the conversion of the characteristics into standard test conditions the measured data is trans ferred from the TRI SEN to the TRI KA via an infrared interface This data transfer procedure enables the synchronous measurement of characteristics and solar irradiation irrespective of the location The TRI KA shows the output on an LC display which is able to provide graphic representation The measurement may be taken without any profound skills in measuring technology The menu navigation is logically structured and easy to understand 2 Contents of the case TRI KA characteristics analyser with infrared interface TRI SEN Irradiation and temperature sensor with memory and 2 interfaces infrared and USB PC interface 2 measuring cables 1 red positive cable 1 black negative cable O 1 USB cable Batteries for the TRI KA 4 x LR6 Mignon AA Battery for the TRI SEN 1 x 6LR61 E block 9 V 1 CD with PC software not shown The CD provided in the case contains a help file for the PC software System requirements Windows 20000 or Windows XPO USB interface 1 0 or higher Recommended min resolution of 1024 x 768 pixel colour printer 3 Warnings Please mind 3 1 TRI KA The TRI KA may only be used for photovoltaic generators of maximum 1000 Volt and 10 Amp re direct current Solar modules generate curr
9. ent and voltage as soon as they are exposed to light This means that also in overcast rainy weather plugs and other voltage carrying items represent a danger Therefore all safety regulations must be strictly complied with while working on pho tovoltaic generators Improper handling is considerably prone to accidents and might cause severe injuries Sources of current and voltage other than solar modules can destroy the measuring instrument 3 2 Cables The connecting cables must NEVER be detached during measurement The resulting arcs might cause severe injuries and would destroy the contacts of the plugs 3 3 Location Measurements must not be performed in the vicinity of combustible gases and dusts or other flammable materials EXPLOSION HAZARD The TRI KA must not be used in rain or a wet or very moist environment because of the danger of an electric shock Liquid must not penetrate the device Wetness and moisture destroy the device The tolerable TRI KA temperature ranges between 5 and 50 C The TRI KA should not be exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods 3 4 Measurements Measurements may only be performed by skilled electricians Read the user manual completely prior to first commissioning of the device in any case Store the manual together with the in strument The device may only be opened and repaired by authorised and trained persons Disconnect all connections to the solar generator and switch off the instruments pr
10. g the provided USB cable Select the Sensor menu item Select the PC menu item Aus Download the measured values to the PC see operating help software on the CD 7 4 Memory display of stored curves All of the stored curves may be displayed in the Memory menu item All relevant values can be seen on the right hand side of the display e Date and time of the measurement e Irradiation and temperature e Peak output at STC i e nominal output con verted into STC e Filling Factor FF refers to the quotient of the maximum output of a solar cell at the maximum power point and the product of open circuit voltage and closed circuit cur rent e Measurement number the left and right arrow keys select the next or previous measurement lt 05 12 gt means that this is the 5th of 12 measurements e Closed circuit current measured and extrapo lated to STC e Open circuit voltage measured and extrapo lated to STC 7 5 Setup TRI KA parameters The following TRI KA parameters may be adjusted in Setup Time e Time e Date Display e Language English French German Italian or Spanish may be selected e Contrast e Shutdown time for automatic shutdown 22 06 05 14 16 09 819 W m2 47 C P 651W FF 0 74 U lt 05 12 gt 6 5 gt 7 9A 100V gt 110V Return TRI KA parameters Display Language English Contrast 172 Shutdown time 5 min Key sound No Auto backlight O sec Return
11. he device runs out of memory after 8 hours The data has to be transferred to the TRI KA after measurement see 7 TRI KA 7 3 Sensor since it will be lost as soon as the TRI SEN is switched off 7 TRI KA TRI KA data Measurement Voltage measuring range Current measuring range Measuring connection Memory LC display Power supply Interface Operation Evaluation Dimensions Weight Options TRITEC Info Uoc TRI KA P Measur Sensor Characteristics Memory Analyser V1 00 0524 1030 ON Backlight key OK key operation of the selected menu 6 Arrow key s Lc display infrared and cable interfaces Current voltage curve output short circuit current and open circuit voltage 50 1000 V 2 0 1 10 0A 2 Aligator clip different adaptor cables as options Up to 125 measured curves not volatile Graphic representation 128 x 64 pixel backlight via key Battery operation 4 x 1 5 V Infrared to the TRI SEN 2 measuring cables to PV string Menu driven via membrane keyboard PC software Windows 2000 and XP 236 x 125 x 42 mm 0 5 kg Adapter cable for MC3 MC4 Huber amp Suhner and Tyco plug The autonomous power supply and easy handling properties make the TRI KA a fully portable instrument which can be taken anywhere If the device is stored for a longer period of time it is advisable to remove the batteries from the device The instrument has a red input for the positive cable
12. ies occur we recommend the following procedure e Visit our website You will find a repair form as well as the current addresses of our branches world wide under Service amp Support e Contact your outlet or the next TRITEC branch TRITEC is very concerned about warranting product quality and will provide any support and expert advice to you to this end Warranty e TRITEC warrants that its products will function properly for a period of two years after purchase if operated correctly e The warranty covers the costs of repair replacement devices and or the replacement of damaged parts Any costs relating to the assembly the dispatch or travels of technicians are not included and shall be charged in accordance with the expenditure incurred e The warranty shall lapse in case of improper use of TRITEC products e g improper installa tion or maintenance replacement or changes which were not authorised by TRITEC e Incase of delivery by TRITEC the goods shall be checked immediately after receipt Transport damage shall be reported within 5 days e For transport damage as well as any other damage caused after the passage of risks any lia bility shall be excluded Notice Because of the large available number of different module types and brands and the dynamic technical development TRITEC cannot guarantee that all modules which are available at the market place can be measured Off course we do our utmost to keep fully on track with a
13. ior to any opening of the device e g to change the battery All loads e g inverters must be disconnected from the solar energy installation prior to any measurement For measurements on a roof all safety regulations concerning work on a roof and on electric installations must be respected Safety first 4 Step by step to the measurement result The step by step instruction from the measurement to the PC Step Explanations Disconnect loads from All loads like inverters or batteries must be disconnected the solar modules from the solar modules prior to measurement Measure the cell tempe 2 p See 6 TRI SEN 6 1 Measurement of the cell temperature rature using the TRI SEN Measure the irradiation 3 J ge See 6 TRI SEN 6 2 Irradiation measurement using the TRI SEN Solar modules Connect the TRI KA to solar modules TRI KA Measuring cable d See 5 Connection of the photovoltaic generator Read open circuit vol 5 tage and short circuit See 7 TRI KA 7 1 Uoc current if required 6 Measure output See 7 TRI KA 7 2 P Measur Measure the cell tempe This step is recommended to receive an average tem 7 perature value see 6 TRI SEN 6 1 Measurement of the rature again optional cell temperature Transfer measured i the TRI SEN ee See 7 TRI KA 7 3 Sensor 7 3 2 Add to the TRI KA via infra red interface Transfer of measured 9 values from the TRI KA TRI KA N TRI SEN via the TRI SEN to the P
14. isk market For end users the annual energy yield of photovoltaic installations is ultimately decisive Previously the quality control of installed PV generators has only been possible with very expensive and unmanageable measuring systems The combined TRI KA and TRI SEN measuring system enters the market with easy to handle mobile instruments of an excellent price performance ratio offering any installer the possibility for the quality control and the documentation of PV installations TRI KA and TRI SEN are an intelligent measuring and documentation system which is indis pensable for the professional installation and maintenance of PV installations It facilitates the proper assembly of a PV installation and provides comprehensive documentation of the quality of the same The system performs the following measurements and analyses e Open circuit voltage e Short circuit current e LU characteristics e Module plane irradiation e Cell temperature e STC characteristics The quality of a photovoltaic installation may be assessed by current voltage characteristics The TRI KA takes this measurement starting at a voltage of 50 V In addition the TRI KA calculates the output of the PV installation under STC conditions based on the measured values The measuring system is based on two portable instruments the TRI KA and the TRI SEN The TRI SEN measures the cell temperature and irradiation The TRI KA records current voltag
15. ll developments to achieve a full market coverage a s a p 20 Returns for repair purposes All of the returns shall be co ordinated by your TRITEC representation branch in your vicinity Please contact your customer consultant All returns shall be subject to the following conditions e A registration number RMA number which entitles you to return the materials RMA numbers may be applied for at your branch e You shall bear the postage fees for all returns Your TRITEC branch will be at your disposal for any queries you might have Report first to this branch The exclusive place of jurisdiction for all disputes with TRITEC arising from the contract illicit action or any other legal reason shall be Basel Switzerland in the absence of contradictory written understandings and as far as legally permitted Made in Version 070827 9e The German version is binding C Switzerland Subject to change without notice 21 Your notes www tritec energy com trika tritec energy com
16. nd same inclination as the solar modules Even small deviations will result in substantial measuring errors Measurements may be repeated for an improved evaluation The evaluation software allows several measurements for the same serial connection 9 Evaluation of the measurement results Using the current voltage characteristics I U characteristics of a PV generator different prop erties and problems of the generator can be recognised and analysed Partial shading of the generator field defect bypass diodes delamination of individual PV modules excessive serial re sistance of the modules dirty modules and problems of individual cells can be recognised in this way The interpretation of the characteristics requires some experience and a basic knowledge of semiconductor engineering To facilitate the interpretation some examples of characteristics taken from the evaluation software are subsequently listed e Good string 9 00 A 8 00 A 700 A 6 00 A 5 00 A 400 A 3 00 A 2 00 A 100 A 0 00 A ov m Raw 10 Y 20 Y m PUI Raw 30 Y STC 40 Y 50 Y m PUI STC 60 Y 70 Y m Ideal STC 80 Y 90 Y 100 Y m Ideal PUI STC e Partial shading of the entire string 9 00 A 8 00 A 700 A 6 00 A 500 A 400 A 3 00 A 200 A 100 A 0 00 A ov m Raw 10 Y 20 Y m PUI Raw 30 Y STC 40 Vv 50 Y m PUI STC 60 MV 70 MV m Ideal STC e Covered cells of a module 9 00 A
17. rding to the data sheet In case of unclear characteristics or insufficient peak output at STC please contact the manufacturer of the components concerned to obtain further information in relation to the components and possible errors The software is included in the delivery of the TRI KA Furthermore it can be downloaded from www tritec energy com 10 Declaration of conformity EU UE KONFORMITATSERKLARUNG DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE Wir We TRITEC AG Nous Name des Anbieters supplier s name nom du fournisseur Herrenweg 60 CH 4123 Allschwil Anschrift address adresse erkl ren in alleiniger Verantwortung dass das Produkt declare under our sole responsibility that the product declarons sous notre seule responsabilit amp que le produit Photovoltaik Kennlinienmesssystem bestehend aus zwei Messger ten TRI KA und TRI SEN mit Zubeh r Bezeichnung Typ oder Modell Los Chargen oder Seriennummer m glichst Herkunft und St ckzahl name type or model lot batch or serial number possibly sources and numbers of items nom type ou modele nom de lot d chantillon ou de s rie amp ventuellement sources et nombres d exemplaires auf das sich diese Erkl rung bezieht mit der den folgenden Norm en oder normativen Dokument en bereinstimmt to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standard s or other normative document s auquel se r f
18. re cette d claration est conforme a la aux norme s ou autre s document s normatif s Sicherheit EN 61010 1 2001 D 61010 031 2002 EMV EN 61326 1997 A1 1998 A2 2001 A3 2003 Titel und oder Nummer sowie Ausgabedatum der Norm en oder der anderen normativen Dokument e title and or number and date of issue of the standard s or other normative document s titre et ou no et date de publication de la des norme s ou autre s documents normatif s Gem ss den Bestimmungen der Richtlinie n following the provisions of directive s conform ment aux disposition de s directive s falls zutreffend if applicable le cas ch ant 73 23 EEC 89 336 EEC 93 68 EEC Jahr der Anbringung der CE Kennzeichnung 2005 Allschwil 15 Juli 2005 Giorgio Hefti Ort und Datum der Ausstellung Name und rechtsg ltige Unterschrift Place and date of issue name and legally valid signature Lieu et date nom et signature valide 11 General terms and conditions of warranty for TRITEC products TRITEC products are of top quality and exclusively available via specialised retail outlets TRITEC warrants unobjectionable functioning and faultlessness of its devices in the EU at the time of delivery If our products are used correctly the warranty period shall be two years after their purchase The delivery note or original invoice shall be the proof of dispatch or delivery However should problems or deficienc
19. suring range Irradiation measuring range Measuring connection Memory LC display Power supply Interface Operation Evaluation Dimensions Weight O Slide switch for start up Key for temperature measurement 6 Temperature sensor and infrared interface O Lc display Solar cell for irradiation measurement USB PC connection Hinged back Cell temperature and irradiation 10 60 C 3 100 1000 W m 3 Non contact Up to approx 8 hours volatile 8 characters 5 x 7 pixels each Battery operation 1 x 9 V or USB interface Infrared to the TRI KA USB to PC Key Transfer to the TRI KA 130 x 75 x 40 mm 0 15 kg The TRI SEN is powered by a 9 V battery If the device is stored for a longer period of time it is advisable to remove the battery from the device If the TRI SEN is operated in connection with a PC the power is supplied via the USB interface TRI SEN change of battery 1 Remove protective cover in case of a USB connection pressing both lateral buttons e g with a pen 2 Take out terminal connections and connect them to the bat tery 6LR61 E block 9 V 3 Insert battery terminals are pointing outwards and close pro tective cover 6 1 Cell temperature measurement The TRI SEN is switched on using the slide switch on the left hand side of the device A short beep and flashing of the irradiation value in the LCD confirm that the device is available for operation The upper end of
20. the TRI SEN is equipped with a temperature sensor for non contact measurement The sensor is pointed directly to a solar cell As soon as the temperature measurement key is pressed a beep is sounded and the instrument acquires the temperature Simultaneously the current ly measured temperature Ta appears on the LCD This measurement should be repeated at different points of the solar area With every new measurement a new average temperature Tm is calculated If the key is continuously pressed the average temperature value Tm ap pears on the display Tm is included in the conversion of the measured characteristics into STC characteristics see 7 3 2 It is recommended to measure the lower centre and upper solar cells since a temperature difference between the upper and lower solar cells exists The average measured temperature value remains in the memory until the device is switched off Once the TRI SEN is switched off all measured values are deleted 6 2 Irradiation measurement As soon as the TRI SEN has been switched on by the slide switch the irradiation is measured via the integrated solar cell After temperature measurement the solar cell of the TRI SEN is positioned in the module plane i e at the same angle of inclination and parallel to the solar module using the hinged back This positioning is decisive for the accuracy of the STC evaluation Irradiation is continually measured and stored in the memory in intervals T
21. uit voltage Uoc The present closed cir cuit current Isc can be measured in the same menu item if required These values can neither be stored nor recorded If required these values must be writ ten down Both measurements serve the fast evalu ation of the photovoltaic generator in the field The instructions concerning the connection of the solar modules must be respected Measurement of open circuit voltage and short circuit current 1 Ensure that the TRI KA has been correctly connected to the photovoltaic generator to be measured 2 Switch on the TRI KA by pressing the ON Backlight key 3 Select the Uoc menu item using the arrow keys 4 Press the OK key to open the Uoc menu Read open circuit voltage 6 If required press any arrow key to read the closed circuit current a 98 5 V To view short circuit current press any arrow key Return 7 2 P Measur characteristics measurement For characteristics measurement the cell tempera ture must be measured first and the TRI SEN must be placed in the module plane for the irradiation measurement Subsequently the curve can be re corded in the P Measur menu For a complete characteristics measurement proceed as follows 1 Ensure that the TRI KA has been correctly connected to the photovoltaic generator to be measured 2 Switch on TRI KA pressing the ON Backlight key 3 Select the P Measur menu item using the arrow keys 4 Press the O
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