Do you want to measure the performance ratio of your PV plant? Are you using a Huawei data logger? If the answer to these questions is yes, then obtaining this data is very easy with SEVEN Weather Station along with Huawei’s FusionSolar monitoring system.
What is FusionSolar?
Huawei provides data loggers, such as SmartLogger devices, to collect and transmit operating data from photovoltaic plants. This data can be integrated with Huawei’s FusionSolar Smart PV Management System, which supports plant monitoring, commissioning, operation, and maintenance for users and installers. The platform allows real-time monitoring, alarm management, performance analysis, and centralized management of PV systems using Huawei-compatible equipment. When connected to compatible weather stations or environmental sensors, FusionSolar can also display plant performance indicators such as irradiance, temperature, and performance ratio, helping operators evaluate the actual efficiency of the PV plant.
Figure 1 – The system efficiency PR and total irradiance can be displayed on the home page
SEVEN Weather Station for Huawei
SEVEN Sensor is a manufacturer of weather stations compatible with Huawei dataloggers and FusionSolar monitoring system. This meteorological station contains various sensors used to calculate the performance ratio of the PV Plants. Huawei Weather Station includes an Irradiance Sensor (PV Pyranometer), Module Temperature Sensor, Ambient Temperature Sensor, Wind Speed Sensor and Wind Direction Sensor to measure the mentioned factors. PR is calculated automatically in FusionSolar with the data received from these sensors via Huawei Smartlogger.
Figure 2 – Huawei Weather Station compatible with all Huawei Smartlogger models
The Configuration of Huawei Weather Station in FusionSolar
The weather station converts the weather data it receives from the sensors into an output signal according to the Smartlogger’s request. Data is transferred to Smartlogger via RS485 with Modbus RTU protocol. The Smartlogger then transmits this data to the FusionSolar monitoring system.
Figure 3 – FusionSolar smart PV management system network structure
After the physical installation of the weather station in the PV Plant, some necessary settings must be made in the Huawei Smartlogger interface Enspire and FusionSolar monitoring system to commission the weather station. For your reference, you can read the document, named “Connection and Settings Instructions for SEVEN Sensors to Huawei Smartloggers“, or you can watch the commissioning video prepared by SEVEN team.
Figure 4 – Weather Station settings in Enspire (Huawei Smartlogger interface)
After all these settings and string settings are done correctly, the weather station data will be appearing in FusionSolar and the PR will be calculated automatically.
Figure 5 – Performance Ratio in FusionSolar for different PV Plants
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Huawei FusionSolar?
Huawei FusionSolar is a smart PV management and monitoring system used to monitor, manage, and analyze photovoltaic plants. It allows users and installers to view system performance, manage alarms, monitor real-time data, and support operation and maintenance processes.
Can FusionSolar display weather station data?
Yes. When SEVEN weather station or environmental monitoring device is connected to a Huawei SmartLogger, FusionSolar can display weather-related data such as irradiance, module temperature, ambient temperature, wind speed, and wind direction.
Can FusionSolar calculate the performance ratio of a PV plant?
Yes. FusionSolar can calculate the performance ratio automatically when the required system data and weather station measurements are correctly received through the Huawei SmartLogger.
Which sensors are included in the SEVEN Weather Station for Huawei?
The SEVEN Weather Station can include an irradiance sensor, also known as a PV pyranometer, a module temperature sensor, an ambient temperature sensor, a wind speed sensor, and a wind direction sensor.
How is weather station data transferred to Huawei SmartLogger?
The weather station collects data from its sensors and converts it into a signal that can be read by the Huawei SmartLogger. Data is typically transferred via RS485 using the Modbus RTU communication protocol.
How does the data reach the FusionSolar monitoring system?
After the SmartLogger receives the weather station data, it transmits the data to the FusionSolar monitoring system, where it can be displayed and used for performance analysis.
Where can I find the commissioning instructions?
Commissioning instructions can be found in the document titled “Connection and Settings Instructions for SEVEN Sensors to Huawei SmartLoggers.” Users can also refer to the commissioning video prepared by the SEVEN team.
Does SEVEN offer Remote Setup for Huawei weather station?
Yes, SEVEN offers Remote Setup.
What is the cost of Remote Setup for Huawei weather station?
The cost of Remote Setup for Huawei weather station is 224 EUR.