FishBowl version 1.3 is now available for download.
Before downloading and using this program , it is an
absolute requirement that you purchase and install a RS-232 opto isolator.
This device provides electrical isolation between the Inverter and the computer. The Suntie Comm. port is referenced to the photo-voltaic negative input , NOT earth ground. In addition , the switching power supply has substantial , high frequency energy that will damage your computers. This is a certainty , not a probability.
Current users of FishBowl are safely running using the following product.
EXTERNAL POWERED OPTO CLICK HEREThis is an rs232 to rs232 opto isolator , that runs off an external 12 volt power source (wall wart).
I recommended that the isolators be placed at or as close as possible to the inverters.This will minimize inverter noise being coupled/transmitted beyond the opto's
Many thanks to the FishBowl Beta Testing Team and a special thanks to Mark Lopez , who did most of the work to make the FishBowl manual possible
Enjoy watching your Suntie GP (upg) perform.
Solar Guppy
NOTE: You must be a registered user or you will not see the download link