OWL Intuition-PV Solar Energy Monitor
OWL Intuition-PV Solar Energy Monitor
- Monitors solar PV generation, export and total and net consumption.
- Internet dashboard gives world wide access via PC, Android and i-Phone.
- Shows live and a historical data.
- User configurable "Feed in Tariff" and cost tariff settings.
- Can send notifications if solar is not being produced
NB: The system required depends on how the solar panels are connected to the grid supply. The 2 most common methods are:
- Type 1 Installation using a junction box (known as a Henley junction box) at or near the electricity meter.
- Type 2 Installation, where the solar connects into the main consumer unit (distribution board / fuse board). Usually one of the circuit breakers in the consumer unit will be marked "solar". For type 2 installations an extra sensor and "Y cable" is required. Type 2 installations are more complicated, as access to the inside of the consumer unit may be required and should only be installed by a competent person.
The Owl Intuition-PV monitoring system is designed specifically to provide the important information a solar PV owner desires. It provides both "live" and accumulated data for the energy Generated, Exported and also the total and net Electricity Consumed. This can be displayed either in quantity (Kilowatts) or value in a number of currencies
How does it work?
The Network OWL gateway automatically logs all of your consumption and generation data securely within the Intelligent Cloud software platform. You can then login to view your live and historic data, from any Internet device. Apps for Android and Apple are available.
Network OWL gateway simply plugs into your existing broadband router and wirelessly monitors your electrical system using the clip on CT sensors.
Features:
Clear summary information with trend indicators and “hover over” analysis.
Easy to read graphs with hover over detail values, print or download graphs and data
Supports block tariff based on usage as well as supporting Economy 7 and other common timed tariffs.
Configurable real time consumption.
EcoNudge™ messages.
Optional data push via Multicast or UDP protocols.
Software is upgradable to provide access to future new features and services.
No Subscription charges for 2 years (After 2 years a small subscription is payable (£19.95 for a further 2 years as at 31/12/2017 to provide unlimited online support, all software and firmware updates and 24/7 access to data, alongside any general improvements to the services provided by Owl).Box Contents Type 1: 1 x Network OWL Gateway, 1 x Ethernet cable, 1 x 3 channel Transmitter unit CMR180i, 2 x standard Sensor clamps (15mm cable, 130 Amps), 2 x AA alkaline battery, 1 x Installation /User Manual,1 x Power Supply – UK / EU plugs (TSE000-004)
Box Contents Type 2: As above plus 1 x Intuition-PV Y cable pack & sensor
NB: USA / Canada and Australia Power supplies are available
