Connect UCM
Hardware UCM
Most likely you already unpacked your UCM (we glad if you did!) and had a quick look at it. Apart from the quick start guide supplied in the box with UCM, we have the handbook - documentation resource about Enapter devices. It includes specifications, datasheets, connection schemes, and some important information.
Please look through your module's handbook page before continuing with this tutorial.
In the next few steps you will power your UCM and connect it to the Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g, 2.4 GHz) using Enapter mobile application.
Powering UCM
Every UCM requires an external power supply.
Usually, it's 9V to 24V DC or 9V to 60V DC which should be supplied to V+/V- pins on the top or bottom of the module. Look through your module specification in the quick start guide or on the handbook.
You will see a green LED blinking if UCM is properly powered and ready for the next step.
All electric connections must be done by an authorized electrical engineer in compliance with the local regulations for electrical installations.
Connecting to Enapter EMS
We will now use Enapter mobile application to setup UCM over Bluetooth.
Every UCM has Bluetooth and WiFi support. Bluetooth is used by Enapter mobile application to configure UCM. During configuration it sets Wi-Fi SSID/password and security certificates needed for encrypted connection with Enapter EMS.
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, 2.4 GHz is a primary UCM interface for local networking or internet connectivity.
Create your first site in the mobile application. A site is a physical location related to a single system that you want to monitor or control. "Power to Gas Station", "Home", "PV Plant" are the good candidates for being a site.
Welcome to Enapter Cloud
Create your first site
Are you ready to setup your UCM
Setup Enapter Cloud connection over Bluetooth. Every UCM has a QR code either on a side or under a front cover (use a small screwdriver to open it). Tap "Add New Device" on the "Site" screen and scan this QR code using your mobile phone camera. The application will connect to UCM and you'll be asked for Wi-Fi SSID and password. The password is only stored in UCM memory and nowhere else.
Scan QR code label on the UCM
Enter Wi-Fi network SSID and password
Wait for setup process to finish
UCM is now ready
The status LED on UCM front panel will be steady green after a successful connection to Enapter Cloud.
Virtual UCM
Virtual UCMs currently are available only on Enapter Gateways. After setting Gateway up you should have a running UCM.
Activate Hardware Ports
Virtual UCM enables easy integration of devices using any protocol running over TCP/IP, but also, if the hardware is officially supported, can work directly with the built-in hardware of used computer. To make hardware ports available for Virtual UCM, open Gateway Settings → Hardware Settings, select your computer model, choose the hardware you have installed, and click Update.
Gateway Hardware Settings
Once updated, the selected ports are exposed as hardware ports for the Virtual UCM.
Configuring Hardware Ports
Before creating Lua Device you must configure available hardware ports.
- Mobile Application
- Gateway Web UI
Open the communication device page, navigate to Settings → Hardware Ports, enter the desired port settings, and click Update.
Hardware Ports Settings for ENP-RS232
TBD