ICSLMPS Set up, Multiple Chargers

When pairing multiple chargers to an ICSLMPS, one charger needs to be set up as a 'Master Charger', all the other chargers will be 'slaves' and will be given the current allocation from the 'Master Charger'. 

Master Charger Configuration:

The below instructions is needed for just 1 of the chargers which will be the master, it's recommended to label the charger as the 'Master Charger' for future diagnostics if required.

Static IP:

1. Log on to the charger configuration page
2. Ensure that the charger is updated to the latest firmware,
3. Go to the 'Network' tab,
4. Check that the charger is connected to the local wifi network or connected by Ethernet.
5. Make note of the DHCP assigned IP address, Mask, Gateway and DNS

       5. Disable DHCP and then type in the previously noted down addresses.

       6. If there was no DNS previously, use '8.8.8.8'

       7. Press submit, then reboot the charger

Balance Tab Configuration:

1. Log back into the charger and navigate to the balance tab
2. SN - Should be the serial number of the charger with M_ in front, Mode should be Master Charger
3. Click 'Next Step'

        4.    3-Phase—Enable if 3 CT clamps are used.

               Solar—Enable if solar monitoring is required

               Incoming Supply Capacity— Enable for building load monitoring.

               Ratio—2000:1 for ICSCT, 8000:1 for ICSCT800

               Mode of connection—External hub 

       5.    Click 'Next Step'

        6. Power Type— Gateway

            Incoming Supply Capacity— The current limit of the building, in       0.1A for example 100A = 1000

            Inrush Current— A safety buffer from the max limit, 20A = 200

            Max Grid + Solar—Leave as default unless advised.

            Energy Mode—Leave as full, can be changed on the app.

        7. Offline—This is offline mode, disable if you would like to see the values on the app.

            Server Connection—Should be set as iCS2.0Lite

            Domain, port, path and security profile should all be set.

            Id—This should be the serial number of the charger with M_ infront.

       8. Click next step, and then confirm and reboot.

Slave charger configuration

The slave charger does not need a static IP, it does however need to be on the same network as the Master charger and ICSLMPS. Log on to each 'slave' charger and follow the instructions below for each one.

        1. Log on to the charger configuration page

        2. Ensure that the charger is updated to the latest firmware,

        3. Navigate to the 'Balance' tab,

        4. Set the 'Mode' to 'Slave Charger'

        5. Set the Modbus address to the charger number, starting at 2 - This needs to be unique for each charger fitted on site.

        6. Set the 'Server IP' as the IP address of the 'Master Charger'

        7. Click 'Next Step', then confirm and reboot the charger.

        8. Repeat this process for all the 'slave' chargers.