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=== Max power from grid ===
=== Max power from grid ===
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It is very important to set this parameter correctly in the master charger if you want to use DLM. This parameter shows how much of current you have in the circuit you want to balance. That means you have to set as much as this current can have amperes. Usually it should be the same current as the breaker tripping current. If for example in the master charger you will set lower current, DLM might not work and charger might not even start charging process.
It is very important to set this parameter correctly in the master charger if you want to use DLM. This parameter shows how much of current you have in the circuit you want to balance. That means you have to set as much as this current can have amperes. Usually it should be the same current as the breaker tripping current. If for example in the master charger you will set lower current, DLM might not work and charger might not even start charging process.
For the slave charger, this parameter is not as critical. It is advisable to set it to a maximum of 16 A (for 11 kW chargers) or 32 A (for 7.4/22 kW chargers).
For the slave charger, this parameter is not as critical. It is advisable to set it to a maximum of 16 A (for 11 kW chargers) or 32 A (for 7.4/22 kW chargers).
=== General meter settings ===
If you want to enable dynamic load management with a smart meter, it is important to correctly configure the general meter settings.
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# '''Energy meter type''': You need to select the type of smart meter (1-phase/3-phase). Please note that you can use a 1-phase charger even if the meter is 3-phase.
# '''RS-485 baud rate''': This information can be found in the meter settings accessible through the meter display. If the client cannot locate it, it is recommended to refer to the smart meter manual.
# '''RS-485 parity/stop bit''': Similarly, this information can also be found in the meter settings. If the client is unable to find it, it is advisable to check the smart meter manual.
These settings must be configured for all chargers in the circuit, regardless of whether they are slaves and have direct communication with the meter. These settings establish the communication protocol between the master-slave and master-meter.
=== General CT settings ===
=== General CT settings ===
1- By default, it is set to 3 seconds. However, there may be cases where the user needs to increase this value. For instance, if there are significant distances between the chargers and the ct clamps or if there are numerous interconnected chargers.
1- By default, it is set to 3 seconds. However, there may be cases where the user needs to increase this value. For instance, if there are significant distances between the chargers and the ct clamps or if there are numerous interconnected chargers.
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# '''Measuring device''': The meter should be selected. For UK chargers, it is possible to choose CT clamps
# '''Measuring device''': The meter should be selected. For UK chargers, it is possible to choose CT clamps
# '''Energy meter address''': This information can be found in the meter settings accessed through the meter display.
# '''Energy meter address''': This information can be found in the meter settings accessed through the meter display.
Note: Before calibration, CT have to be connected to the port, but not clamped around the cable.
Note: Before calibration, CT have to be connected to the port, but not clamped around the cable.
2- Check DLB CT and press Calibrate.
2- Check DLB CT and press Calibrate.
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3 - Success.
3 - Success.
=== Dynamic Load Balancing ===
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To access the DLM functionality, the user must first enable the DLB functionality
# '''Measuring device''': The meter should be selected. For UK chargers, it is possible to choose CT clamps.
# '''Energy meter address''': This information can be found in the meter settings accessed through the meter display. If the address cannot be located, it is recommended to consult the smart meter manual.
# '''Current update interval''': By default, it is set to 3 seconds. However, there may be cases where the user needs to increase this value. For instance, if there are significant distances between the chargers and the smart meter or if there are numerous interconnected chargers.
=== Dynamic Load Management ===
When setting up all the previous configurations, it is time to proceed with the main DLM settings. To enable these settings, the user must first activate DLM.
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# '''Master mode''': This setting designates the charger as the master charger. It should only be enabled for one charger, which will handle all the calculations and establish communication with the smart meter.
# '''Measure grid load''': This setting should be enabled if DLM functionality with a meter is desired. If there are no plans to use a smart meter, it is important to disable this setting to prevent meter errors due to lack of connection. Please note that this setting is exclusively available for the master charger.
# '''Phase sharing mode''' - This configuration determines the type of chargers being used in the circuit. If all chargers are connected to a single phase, select "1 Phase." If all chargers are connected to three phases, select "3 Phase." If there is a mix of one-phase and three-phase chargers, select "Mixed."
#* ''In unbalanced grid cases (severe differences of load on phases), "mixed" mode can be used to optimise the number of charging vehicles. In this case the current is firstly distributed for 3 phase capable EVSEs, and when there is a significant surplus of power on any phase, the other EVSEs will use 1 phase charging mode.''
# '''Current sharing mode''' - There are two distinct current sharing modes available:
#* Equal distribution: Energy will be distributed equally among all active chargers.
#* Distribution by priority: Energy will be distributed based on priority. Chargers will be prioritized according to their charging state, and those with higher priority will receive maximum charging power.
#** ''For example, if we have a 100 A grid and five connected chargers, each capable of accepting 30 A, the first three chargers will receive 30 A each. The fourth charger will receive only 10 A, and the fifth charger will not initiate the charging process at all. This setting is exclusive to the master charger.''
# '''Phase connection''' - The user needs to select this option for each charger in the circuit. This setting configures the charger type, whether it is a single-phase, two-phase, or three-phase charger. Configuring this accurately is crucial for more efficient load balancing. It is important to ensure that the phase numbering aligns with the meter's phase numbering; otherwise, DLM functionality may be affected.
# '''Slave Modbus address start''' - This setting is exclusive to the master charger. The user needs to specify the starting address for the slave chargers. For instance, if the start address is set to 1, the first slave charger should have address 1, the second should have address 2, the third should have address 3, and so on.
# Each slave charger has its own specific setting called "'''Slave Modbus address'''". This setting must be configured individually for each charger.
# '''Number of devices''' - This setting is available only for the master charger. The administrator must specify the total number of slave chargers that will be connected in the circuit.
