CHARX control modular

Installing and starting up the charging

controller with firmware version 1.5.1
User manual
 User manual
CHARX control modular
Installing and starting up the charging controller with firmware
version 1.5.1
UM EN CHARX SEC, Revision 04 2024-03-14

This manual is valid for CHARX SEC-XXXX:

Designation Firmware version Item No.
CHARX SEC-3150 1.5.1 1138965
CHARX SEC-3100 1.5.1 1139012
CHARX SEC-3050 1.5.1 1139018
CHARX SEC-3000 1.5.1 1139022
CHARX SEC-1000 1.5.1 1139034
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Table of contents
1 For your safety ........................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Identification of warning notes ............................................................................... 7
1.2 Qualification of users ............................................................................................. 7
1.3 Field of application of the product.......................................................................... 8
1.3.1 Intended use .......................................................................................... 8
1.3.2 Area of application for charging controllers with cellular inter-
face ........................................................................................................ 9
1.4 Safety notes ........................................................................................................ 10

2 CHARX control modular product family ...................................................................................13

2.1 Product overview of the product family ................................................................ 13
2.2 Ordering data ...................................................................................................... 15
2.3 Application overview............................................................................................ 17
2.3.1 The ETH1 interface is not available for access to the web-
based management or unrestricted operation in Ethernet net-
works.Combination of CHARX SEC-3xxx and -1000 charging
controllers ............................................................................................ 19
2.3.2 CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers in the Ethernet network .......... 20
2.3.3 CHARX SEC-3xxx in a client/server group ........................................... 21
2.4 Overview of the charging controller ..................................................................... 24
2.4.1 Connections and operating elements .................................................. 24
2.4.2 Indication elements .............................................................................. 27
2.5 Software for the CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controller....................................... 28
2.5.1 Linux operating system ........................................................................ 28
2.5.2 Directory structure and accessing the file system ................................ 29
2.5.3 Firewall and port sharing ...................................................................... 30
2.5.4 Installing software on the charging controller ....................................... 30
2.5.5 Resetting to default settings ................................................................. 31
2.5.6 Web-based management (WBM) ........................................................ 31
2.5.7 OCPP communication .......................................................................... 32
2.5.8 Modbus/TCP ........................................................................................ 33
2.5.9 MQTT .................................................................................................. 35
2.5.10 Load management ............................................................................... 36
2.5.11 ISO 15118 communication ................................................................... 39

3 Mounting the hardware ............................................................................................................41

3.1 Transport, storage, and unpacking ...................................................................... 41
3.2 Safety notes ........................................................................................................ 42
3.3 Mounting the charging controller ......................................................................... 43
3.4 Connecting the cables......................................................................................... 44
3.5 Connecting Ethernet............................................................................................ 46
3.6 Inserting the SIM card.......................................................................................... 47
3.7 Connecting the antenna ...................................................................................... 48

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3.8 Inserting the microSD card .................................................................................. 49

4 Connecting and wiring the hardware ........................................................................................51

4.1 Safety notes ........................................................................................................ 51
4.2 Supply voltage..................................................................................................... 52
4.2.1 Dimensioning the supply voltage ......................................................... 52
4.3 Connecting the supply voltage ............................................................................ 52
4.4 Connecting the charging interface ....................................................................... 53
4.4.1 Charging stations with charging socket ................................................ 53
4.4.2 Charging stations with charging connector .......................................... 55
4.5 Connecting the load contactor............................................................................. 56
4.5.1 Load contactor for charging controllers without ISO/IEC 15118
communication .................................................................................... 56
4.5.2 Load contactor for charging controllers with ISO/IEC 15118 com-
munication ........................................................................................... 57
4.5.3 Monitoring the load contactor for malfunction ...................................... 58
4.6 Residual current monitoring................................................................................. 59
4.6.1 Operation without a DC residual current sensor – with a type
B residual current device ..................................................................... 59
4.6.2 Operation with a DC residual current sensor ........................................ 60
4.7 Connecting the energy measuring device............................................................ 61
4.8 Connecting an RFID reader................................................................................. 62
4.8.1 Connecting an RFID reader from ELATEC .......................................... 63
4.8.2 Connecting a DUALI DE-950-4 RFID reader ........................................ 64
4.8.3 Connecting a CHARX RFID/NFC RFID reader .................................... 65
4.9 Connecting digital outputs ................................................................................... 66
4.10 Connecting digital inputs ..................................................................................... 68
4.11 Connecting temperature sensors ........................................................................ 69

5 Starting up the charging controller ........................................................................................... 71

5.1 Notes on the configuration of the CHARX SEC-1000 .......................................... 71
5.2 Access to CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers .............................................. 71
5.2.1 Access via the USB-C interface ........................................................... 72
5.2.2 Access via an Ethernet network with router ......................................... 73
5.2.3 Access via the Ethernet interface directly from the PC ......................... 74
5.3 WBM – Dashboard and Login.............................................................................. 75
5.3.1 Dashboard ........................................................................................... 76
5.3.2 Language selection .............................................................................. 77
5.3.3 Login .................................................................................................... 77
5.3.4 User roles ............................................................................................ 78
5.3.5 Change Password ............................................................................... 78
5.4 WBM – Charging Stations ................................................................................... 79
5.4.1 Configuration of the charging stations .................................................. 79
5.4.2 Charging Stations/Charging Point/Status ............................................. 82
5.4.3 Charging Stations/Charging Point/Configuration ................................. 87

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5.4.4 Charging Stations/Charging Point/Event Actions ................................. 94

5.5 WBM – OCPP.................................................................................................... 104
5.6 WBM – Whitelist ................................................................................................ 109
5.7 WBM – Load Management ................................................................................ 111
5.8 WBM – Network................................................................................................. 115
5.8.1 Network/Ethernet ............................................................................... 115
5.8.2 Network/Port Sharing ......................................................................... 117
5.8.3 Network/Modem ................................................................................ 118
5.9 WBM – System Control ..................................................................................... 120
5.9.1 System Control/Status ....................................................................... 120
5.9.2 System Control/Time ......................................................................... 121
5.9.3 Import/Export ..................................................................................... 121
5.9.4 System Control/Calibration Law ......................................................... 122
5.9.5 System Control/Developer Mode ....................................................... 123
5.9.6 System Control/Log Files ................................................................... 124
5.9.7 System Control/Module Switch .......................................................... 125
5.9.8 System Control/Software ................................................................... 126

6 Maintenance, repair, and disposal .........................................................................................127

6.1 Maintenance of the charging controller.............................................................. 127
6.2 Software update ................................................................................................ 127
6.3 Removing the hardware .................................................................................... 128
6.3.1 Safety notes ....................................................................................... 128
6.3.2 Removal ............................................................................................. 129
6.4 Disposal ............................................................................................................ 131
6.5 Device replacement........................................................................................... 131
6.6 Device defects and repairs ................................................................................ 132

A Technical data ........................................................................................................................133

A1 CHARX SEC-1000 ............................................................................................ 133
A2 CHARX SEC-3xxx ............................................................................................. 136

B Error codes, protocols, and interfaces ....................................................................................141

B1 Error codes........................................................................................................ 141
B2 OCPP function and configuration overview ....................................................... 144
B3 Modbus communication and register overview.................................................. 148
B4 MQTT topics...................................................................................................... 155
B5 REST API .......................................................................................................... 156

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C Appendix for document lists....................................................................................................157

C1 List of figures ..................................................................................................... 157
C2 List of tables ...................................................................................................... 161
C3 Index.................................................................................................................. 163

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 For your safety

1 For your safety

Read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

1.1 Identification of warning notes

This symbol indicates hazards that could lead to personal injury.

There are three signal words indicating the severity of a potential injury.
DANGER
Indicates a hazard with a high risk level. If this hazardous situation is not avoided,
it will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazard with a medium risk level. If this hazardous situation is not
avoided, it could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazard with a low risk level. If this hazardous situation is not avoided,
it could result in minor or moderate injury.
This symbol together with the NOTE signal word warns the reader of actions that
might cause property damage or a malfunction.
Here, you will find additional information or detailed sources of information.

1.2 Qualification of users

The use of products described in this manual is oriented exclusively to:
– Electrically skilled persons or persons instructed by them. Users must be familiar with
the relevant concepts and directives for installing electrical systems and maintaining
electrical safety.
– Users who are familiar with the setup and startup of charging stations for electric vehi-
cles and with the applicable standards and any additional national regulations.

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1.3 Field of application of the product

1.3.1 Intended use

The charging controllers in the CHARX control modular series (CHARX SEC-XXXX) are
designed for use in electric vehicle charging stations in accordance with IEC 61851-1,
charging mode 3. The charging stations are permanently connected to the power grid. No
other uses are permitted. Observe all applicable national requirements and regulations per-
taining to the design of charging stations.
– This applies in particular when using charging connectors and charging sockets in ac-
cordance with IEC 62196.
– The housing of your charging station must suit the operating conditions and meet all ap-
plicable national requirements, e.g., IEC 61439-7.
– When selecting the housing, take into account the local ambient conditions (tempera-
tures, sunlight, humidity, pollution).
– Observe the limit values and requirements for the charging controller, which are speci-
fied in the technical data (see “Technical data” on page 133). The housing design
should satisfy these requirements.
– When connecting to the power grid, observe all applicable national and regional re-
quirements (e.g., IEC 60364-7-722).
Check for latest firmware
For information on running firmware updates, refer to “System Control/Software” on
page 126.
Operate the charging controller with the latest firmware version.
The latest firmware version is available for downloading at the following URL: phoe-
nixcontact.com/qr/1139012.
Observe the release notes regarding the firmware version.

Product changes
Modifications to hardware and firmware of the device are not permitted.
Incorrect operation or modifications to the device can endanger your safety or damage the
device. Do not repair the device yourself. If the device is defective, please contact
Phoenix Contact.

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1.3.2 Area of application for charging controllers with cellular in-

terface
Europa
The CHARX SEC-3100 and CHARX SEC-3150 charging controllers have an integrated
4G/2G cellular interface. They are intended for use within Europe.

Other countries
If the required general conditions are met, use in other countries is possible.
To gain an idea of which frequency bands are available in your country of use,
visit www.frequencycheck.com.
You will find the frequency bands for your device under “Frequency” on page 138.
• Check with your provider whether any of these frequency bands are available at the in-
stallation location.
• Check with your provider whether there is network coverage at the installation location.
• Check with your provider whether the device is approved for operation at the installation
location.

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1.4 Safety notes

Observe the country-specific installation, safety, and accident prevention regulations.

Installation by specialist personnel only

The charging controller is a built-in device. Installation, startup, operation, and maintenance
may only be carried out by qualified electricians. Follow the installation instructions as de-
scribed. When installing and operating the charging station for electric vehicles, the appli-
cable regulations and safety directives (including national safety directives), as well as gen-
eral technical regulations, must be observed. The safety data is provided in this manual, in
the packing slip, and on the certificates (conformity assessment, additional approvals
where applicable) in the download area for the relevant item. For example, for the item
CHARX SEC-3100, 1139012, at phoenixcontact.com/qr/1139012.

Danger to life from electric shock

It may be necessary to connect to hazardous contact mains voltage to operate the charging
controller. Protection against electric shock must be ensured.

Dangerous contact voltage

You may only install and remove the device when the power supply is disconnected. Only
operate the device in closed housing that protects against electric shock.
Provide a disconnecting device for disconnecting the charging station from the voltage.

Potentially lethal voltage

The device contains dangerous live elements and high levels of stored energy. Never carry
out work when voltage is present.

Before startup, observe the following

– Mains connection must be performed by specialist personnel. Protection against elec-
tric shock must be ensured.
– It must be possible to disconnect the device other than via the power supply in accor-
dance with the regulations of IEC 61010 (e.g., via line protection on the primary side).
– Ensure supply lines have sufficient fuse protection and are the correct size.
– Ensure output cables are the correct size for the maximum device output current or
have separate fuse protection.
– Ensure sufficient convection.

Risk of burns
The temperature of the connection terminal blocks may be increased during operation.

Electrostatic discharge
The device contains components that can be damaged or destroyed by electrostatic dis-
charge. When handling the device, observe the necessary safety precautions against elec-
trostatic discharge (ESD) in accordance with EN/IEC 61340-5-1.

Do not open or modify the device

With the exception of configuration, opening or modifying the device is not permitted. Do not
repair the device yourself; replace it with an equivalent device. Only the manufacturer is au-
thorized to carry out repairs.

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Operation in a clean and dry environment

The IP20 degree of protection (IEC 60529/EN 60529) of the device is intended for use in a
clean and dry environment. Only use the device in an environment that does not exceed pol-
lution degree 2 in accordance with IEC 60664-1. Using the device in an environment that is
outside of the specified limits may cause damage to the device.
Only operate the device in a housing that meets the requirements for charging stations.
Devices for an outdoor charging infrastructure: You achieve pollution degree 2 in the
microenvironment, for example, by using a housing with IP5X degree of protection in accor-
dance with IEC 60529.

Device failure outside permitted ambient temperature range

Operating the device in ambient temperatures that are not within the permitted range may
lead to malfunctions or even device failure.
• Ensure that the device is operated within the permitted ambient temperature range
(“Technical data” on page 133).

Device failure due to vibration and shock

If the device is subjected to vibrations and shock levels above the permitted specifications
during operation, this may lead to malfunctions or even device failure.
• Ensure that the permitted specifications for vibration and shock are adhered to when
operating the device (see “Technical data” on page 133).

Device failure due to foreign objects in device

Foreign objects in the device can lead to malfunctions or even device failure.
• Ensure that no foreign objects find their way into the device (e.g., into the vents, SIM
card slot, SD card slot).

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Network security: Risk of unauthorized network access

Connecting devices to a network via Ethernet always entails the risk of unauthorized access
to the network.
Therefore, please check for the option of disabling active communication channels in your
application (e.g., FTP, DCP, HTTP, HTTPS, etc.) or setting passwords to prevent third par-
ties from accessing the controller without authorization and modifying the system.
Due to its communication interfaces, the controller should only be used in safety-critical ap-
plications if additional security appliances are used.
Please take additional protective measures in accordance with the IT security requirements
and the standards applicable to your application (e.g., virtual networks (VPNs) for remote
maintenance access, firewalls, etc.) to prevent unauthorized network access.
On first request, you shall release Phoenix Contact and the companies associated with
PHOENIX CONTACT GmbH & Co. KG, Flachsmarktstrasse 8, 32825 Blomberg, Germany
in accordance with §§ 15 ff AktG (German Stock Corporation Act), hereinafter collectively
referred to as “Phoenix Contact”, from all third-party claims made due to improper use.
For the protection of networks for remote maintenance via VPN, Phoenix Contact offers the
mGuard product series security appliances; further information on this is available in the lat-
est Phoenix Contact catalog (phoenixcontact.com/products).
Additional measures for protection against unauthorized network access can be found in
the “Industrial Security” application note. The application note can be downloaded at phoe-
nixcontact.com/qr/2404267.
– Application note, German, measures to protect network-capable devices with commu-
nication interfaces, solutions, and PC-based software against unauthorized access
(AH DE INDUSTRIAL SECURITY)
– Application note, English, measures to protect network-capable devices with commu-
nication interfaces, solutions, and PC-based software against unauthorized access
(AH EN INDUSTRIAL SECURITY)

Disposal
Do not dispose of the device with household waste, it should instead be disposed of in ac-
cordance with the currently applicable national regulations. It can also be returned to
Phoenix Contact.

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2 CHARX control modular product family

2.1 Product overview of the product family

Table 2-1 Product overview of the CHARX control modular product family

CHARX SEC CHARX SEC CHARX SEC CHARX SEC CHARX SEC
-1000 -3000 -3050 -3100 -3150
Interfaces for operating an AC charging
x x x x x
point
Embedded system, web-based manage-
x x x x
ment, OCPP, load management
LAN/WAN Ethernet x x x x
4G cellular communication x x
ISO 15118 x x

The electronics modules of the charging controllers feature the functions and interfaces re-
quired to perform a charging process in a typical AC charging station.

Charging point-specific interfaces and functions

– Interface for vehicle charging connector and infrastructure charging socket with control
of locking mechanism and automatic release of the charging connector in the event of
voltage failure
– Control of the charging contactor
– Connection option for an RFID reader for user release
– Connection option for a sensor for DC residual current detection
– Connection option for an energy measuring device to record the current charging cur-
rent and energy values
– Digital inputs with configurable function assignment
– Digital outputs with configurable function assignment
– Temperature measurement via Pt 1000 sensors or PTC chains
An embedded system with Linux operating system is also integrated in the
CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers. This system is the platform for the higher-level ap-
plication software used to control the charging processes and to communicate with external
systems.
The CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controller has additional communication interfaces that
can be used to connect to external systems and other charging controllers.

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CHARX SEC-3xxx functions and interfaces

– Linux-based embedded system and system software
– Two independent Ethernet interfaces for WAN/LAN and LAN/LAN operating modes
– 4G/2G cellular interface (CHARX SEC-31xx only)
– microSD card slot
– USB type C configuration interface

Application software and communication protocols

– Web-based management (WBM) for configuration, diagnostics, and operation (dash-
board)
– Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) communication
– Load management for connected charging points
– Vehicle-to-grid communication in accordance with ISO/IEC 15118 (CHARX SEC-3x50
only)
– Modbus/TCP communication
– MQTT
– REST API

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2.2 Ordering data

Charging controller
Description Type Item No. Pcs./Pkt.
AC charging controller in accordance with IEC 61851-1 CHARX SEC-1000 1139034 1
– Configurable charging controller
– Stand-alone or client operating mode
– Interface: CHARX control modular backplane bus
– Connectable I/O devices: energy measuring device, RFID, DC
residual current detection
– DIN rail mounting
AC charging controller in accordance with IEC 61851-1 CHARX SEC-3000 1139022 1
as for CHARX SEC-1000, additionally:
– Embedded Linux system
– Interface: Ethernet (2x), USB type C
– Communication protocol: OCPP 1.6J, Modbus/TCP, MQTT
AC charging controller in accordance with IEC 61851-1, CHARX SEC-3050 1139018 1
ISO/IEC 15118
as for CHARX SEC-3000 with ISO/IEC 15118
AC charging controller in accordance with IEC 61851-1 CHARX SEC-3100 1139012 1
as for CHARX SEC-3000, with cellular interface (4G/2G)
AC charging controller in accordance with IEC 61851-1, CHARX SEC-3150 1138965 1
ISO/IEC 15118
as for CHARX SEC-3100 with ISO/IEC 15118

Accessories
Description Type Item No. Pcs./Pkt.
Residual current sensor, residual current monitoring in EV-RCM-6DC-WAT 1309697 1
accordance with IEC 62955 for disconnecting the power EV-RCM-6DC-WAT-X10 1309695 10
supply in charging stations for electric vehicles at DC resid-
ual currents >6 mA
Cable set for connecting the EV-RCM-6DC-WAT residual CHARX SEC JST-RCM-CBL 1360462 10
current sensor to modules in the CHARX control modular
CHARX SEC JST-RCM-CBL 1486193
charging controller family, cables on one side with plug-in
100
contact, 4-pos, length: 0.4 m

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Accessories
Description Type Item No. Pcs./Pkt.
RFID reader for connection to CHARX control modular EV-RFID-ELT-PCB 1309772 1
charging controllers, PCB variant EV-RFID-ELT-PCB-X10 1309752 10
CHARX RFID/NFC-PCB 1391227 1
CHARX RFID/NFC-PCB- 1399372 10
X10
RFID reader for connection to CHARX control modular EV-RFID-ELT-IP65 1309687 1
charging controllers, IP65 housing mounting
Multiband cellular antenna with mounting bracket for out- TC ANT MOBILE WALL 5M 2702273 1
door installation, 5 m antenna cable with SMA circular con-
nector, suitable for LTE/4G and 5G

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2.3 Application overview

The modular approach offered by the CHARX control modular product family allows you to
set up various AC charging stations for electric vehicles in accordance with IEC 61851-1.
The charging controllers can be operated autonomously or combined to create a group of
multiple charging points, and can communicate with external systems.

Figure 2-1 CHARX control modular application overview A-C

A B C

The charging controllers can be used in the following operating modes:

A Individual charging stations consisting of one CHARX SEC-1000 charging controller

B Individual charging stations consisting of one CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controller
C Multiple charging stations with a combination of CHARX SEC-3xxx and additional
CHARX SEC-1000 charging controllers, attached via the backplane bus

Figure 2-2 CHARX control modular application overview D/E

D E

D Multiple charging stations with multiple CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers, con-
nected via Ethernet using daisy chaining, not attached via the DIN rail connector
E Charging parks with multiple charging stations that are connected together via Ether-
net using daisy chaining, each with at least one CHARX SEC-3xxx and possibly addi-
tional CHARX SEC-1000 charging controllers that are attached via the DIN rail con-
nector.

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Figure 2-3 CHARX control modular application overview F

F Charging parks with multiple charging stations that are connected together via Ether-
net, centrally connected via a switch, each with at least one CHARX SEC-3xxx and
possibly additional CHARX SEC-1000 charging controllers that are attached via the
DIN rail connector.

Figure 2-4 CHARX control modular application overview G

G Charging parks with multiple charging stations that are connected together via Ether-
net, centrally connected via a switch, each with at least one CHARX SEC-3xxx and
possibly additional CHARX SEC-1000 charging controllers that are attached via the
DIN rail connector. Additional SEC-3xxx charging controllers, connected via Ethernet
using daisy chaining.
No web-based management or general Ethernet access via the ETH1 interface
The ETH1 interface is reserved for setting up client/server systems with additional
CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers.

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2.3.1 The ETH1 interface is not available for access to the web-based management
or unrestricted operation in Ethernet networks.Combination of
CHARX SEC-3xxx and -1000 charging controllers
You can attach up to 11 CHARX SEC-1000 charging controllers to one CHARX SEC-3xxx
charging controller using the DIN rail connector that is supplied. This means that the func-
tions and communication interfaces available on the CHARX SEC-3xxx are then available
to all attached charging controllers.

Figure 2-5 Module arrangement of CHARX SEC-3xxx and -1000 on the DIN rail

Max
CHARX SEC-3xxx CHARX SEC-1000 CHARX SEC-3xxx 11 x CHARX SEC-1000

PWR APP PWR ERR PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR APP PWR ERR PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP
LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX

SEC-3150 SEC-1000 SEC-1000 SEC-3050 SEC-1000 SEC-1000 SEC-1000 SEC-1000 SEC-1000
SIM

ANT

Reset Reset
Micro-SD

Micro-SD
Micro-USB

Micro-USB
ETH1

ETH1
ETH0

ETH0

All attached charging controllers are supplied with voltage via the DIN rail connector. The
supply voltage is fed in via the CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controller or one of the attached
CHARX SEC-1000 charging controllers.
Communication is automatically established between the CHARX SEC-3xxx charging con-
troller and the attached CHARX SEC-1000 charging controllers.
You can access the attached modules via the web-based management of the
CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controller for configuration and diagnostics.
NOTE: Electronics may be damaged if overloaded
The nominal current of the backplane bus for supplying power to the modules is 6 A.
On the system side, it is ensured that the charging connector locking mechanism can-
not be controlled at the same time.
Observe the current consumption of the individual devices and connected I/O devices
when configuring a CHARX control modular station.
Please note that the current consumption of the individual devices depends on the
connected I/O devices and the configuration. Determine the maximum possible cur-
rent consumption of your setup.

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2.3.2 CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers in the Ethernet net-

work
The CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controller has two separate Ethernet interfaces: ETH0 and
ETH1.
The ETH0 interface is configured to DHCP in the delivery state. ETH1 is used to connect the
charging controllers to each other. Connecting two CHARX SEC-3xxxx charging controllers
via an ETH1 and ETH0 interface enables these charging controllers to find and access each
other.
No web-based management or general Ethernet access via the ETH1 interface
The ETH1 interface is reserved for setting up client/server systems with additional
CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers.
The ETH1 interface is not available for access to the web-based management or un-
restricted operation in Ethernet networks.
For the description of how to access the web-based management and information on IP ad-
dress assignment, refer to “Access to CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers” on page 71.

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2.3.3 CHARX SEC-3xxx in a client/server group

NOTE: Do not connect CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers via DIN rail con-
nectors
If you snap multiple CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers onto a DIN rail, you must
not connect them together via the DIN rail connector.

Figure 2-6 Combination of CHARX SEC-3xxx on the DIN rail

CHARX SEC-3xxx CHARX SEC-3xxx

PWR APP PWR ERR PWR APP PWR ERR PWR APP PWR ERR PWR APP PWR ERR
LNK BUS CON CHG LNK BUS CON CHG LNK BUS CON CHG LNK BUS CON CHG

CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX

SEC-3150 SEC-3050 SEC-3150 SEC-3050
SIM

SIM
ANT ANT

Reset Reset Reset Reset

Micro-SD

Micro-SD

Micro-SD

Micro-SD
Micro-USB

Micro-USB

Micro-USB

Micro-USB
ETH1

ETH1

ETH1

ETH1
ETH0

ETH0

ETH0

ETH0
You can combine multiple CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers in a local network into a
serial client/server group (daisy chain) or centrally via a switch.

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Figure 2-7 CHARX control modular in a client/server mode group

PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP
LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX

Micro SIM

SEC-3100 SEC-1000 SEC-1000 SEC-1000 SEC-1000 SEC-1000

ANT

Reset
Micro-SD
USB

ETH1

CHARX SEC-3xxx
ETH0

+ CHARX SEC-1000
PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR ERP
LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX

SEC-3000 SEC-1000 SEC-1000 SEC-1000

Reset

Micro-SD
USB

ETH1
ETH0

PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP

LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX
SEC-3000 SEC-1000

Reset

Micro-SD
USB

ETH1
ETH0

PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP

LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX
SEC-3000 SEC-1000

Reset

Micro-SD
USB
ĀMax 48

ETH1
ETH0

To set up the local network, connect the charging controllers as a server and client. Always
connect the ETH1 interface of the higher-level charging controller to the ETH0 interface of
the lower-level charging controller. Add further clients by connecting the ETH1 interface to
the ETH0 interface of the next client.
The clients are automatically detected and addressed in the network. Once you have joined
the charging controllers in the network, you can access all the clients and their attached ex-
tension modules via the IP address of the server.
Application-dependent: In a network group, a total maximum of 48 charging control-
lers can be controlled via one server. Depending on the application, even a small
number can lead to restrictions in operation.

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Proceed as follows:
• Check the charging controller that is to act as the client. The ETH0 interface must be
configured to DHCP (default setting).
• Connect the ETH1 interface on the server to the ETH0 interface on the client.
• Restart the server.
Once the server has been restarted and it has detected the client, it waits three minutes be-
fore configuring the client. The client is then restarted. Once the boot phase has been com-
pleted successfully, all the charging controllers gradually appear in the dashboard. This pro-
cess takes around five to ten minutes to complete.
To speed up network setup, you can configure the charging controllers for client mode man-
ually via the WBM prior to switch-over (see “System Control/Module Switch” on page 125).
You can operate a client outside of the client/server group again and restore the disabled
services. To do this, connect to the charging controller via the USB interface and undo the
relevant configuration settings in the web-based management (see “System Control/Mod-
ule Switch” on page 125).

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2.4 Overview of the charging controller

Figure 2-8 Connections and operating and indication elements on the charging con-
troller

15 PWR APP PWR ERR 16 PWR ERP 16

LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX
14 SEC-3150 SEC-1000
SIM

1 12V 1 2 GND
1 12V 1 2 GND
13 Supply Supply
12V 3 4 GND RFID 12V 3 4 GND RFID
ANT A+ 5 6 B- A+ 5 6 B-
Reset 2 OUT1 1 2 OUT2 2 OUT1 1 2 OUT2
12 OUT3 3 4 OUT4 Output OUT3 3 4 OUT4 Output
12V 5 6 12V 12V 5 6 12V
Micro-SD

3 IN1 1 2 IN2 3 IN1 1 2 IN2

11 IN3 3 4 IN4 Input IN3 3 4 IN4 Input
PTC 5 6 PTC PTC 5 6 PTC
Micro-USB

12V 1 2 GND 12V 1 2 GND

10 4 A+ 3 4 B- Meter 4 A+ 3 4 B- Meter
RxD 5 6 TxD RxD 5 6 TxD
12V 1 2 GND 12V 1 2 GND
ETH1

ER1 3 4 ER2 RCM ER1 3 4 ER2 RCM

5 TST 5 6 NC 5 TST 5 6 NC
9 CP 1 2 PP CP 1 2 PP
LO- 3 4 LO+ Socket LO- 3 4 LO+ Socket
6 LD1 5 6 LD2 6 LD1 5 6 LD2
ETH0

N Cʿ / LLj NC C1
Contactor Contactor
8 N Cʾ / L 7 NC C2

CHARX SEC-3xxx CHARX SEC-1000

CHARX SEC-3xxx CHARX SEC-1000

2.4.1 Connections and operating elements

Table 2-2 Connections and operating elements on the charging controller
No. Connec- Pos. Designa- Description Note
tion group tion
1 Supply + 1 12V Power supply, +12 V
RFID 2 GND Power supply, ground
3 12V Power supply, +12 V, RFID reader
4 GND Power supply, ground, RFID reader
5 A+ RS-485, connection for RFID reader
6 B-
2 Output 1-4 OUT1… Digital outputs, “High Side (12 V)” or “Low Side (0 V)” oper-
ating mode
OUT4
5-6 12V Power supply, +12 V
3 Input 1-4 IN1… Digital/analog inputs (0 V ... 12 V)
IN4
5-6 PTC Temperature input (Pt 1000)

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Table 2-2 Connections and operating elements on the charging controller

No. Connec- Pos. Designa- Description Note

tion group tion
4 Meter 1 12 V Power supply, +12 V
2 GND Power supply, ground
3 A+ RS-485, connection for energy measuring device
4 B-
5 RxD Reserved for future applications
6 TxD
5 RCM 1 12 V Power supply for residual current sensor
2 GND
3 ER1 Trigger signal for residual current detection, Internal pull-
Active High (0 V = no error) up to 12 V
4 ER2 Trigger signal for residual current detection,
12 V Active Low (12 V = no error)
5 TST Test and reset signal of residual current sensor (+12 V)
6 NC Signal is not connected
6 Socket 1 CP Control pilot in accordance with IEC 61851-1, Annex A
2 PP Proximity (proximity detection in accordance with
IEC 61851-1, Annex B)
3 LO- Control of connector locking mechanism, ±12 V
4 LO+
5 LD1 Feedback signal for locking
6 LD2
7 Contactor C1 Mains input voltage for controlling the charging contactor CHARX SEC
(floating switch contact) -1000 only
C2
NC (2x) Not connected
8 Contactor C1/L Mains input voltage for controlling the charging contactor CHARX SEC
(floating switch contact) and zero cross detection during -3xxx only
communication in accordance with ISO/IEC 15118, to be
connected to the supply network phase
C2/L* Switching output for controlling the charging contactor
N (2x) Neutral conductor for zero cross detection during communi-
cation in accordance with ISO/IEC 15118

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Table 2-2 Connections and operating elements on the charging controller

No. Connec- Pos. Designa- Description Note
tion group tion
9 ETH0…1 2x Ethernet RJ45 (WAN/LAN or LAN/LAN operation) CHARX SEC
-3xxx only
Default addresses:
ETH0: DHCP (ev3000/ev3000.local)
ETH1: 192.168.4.1 (only for communication with other
CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers)
10 USB USB, type C
IP address (RNDIS): 192.168.5.1
11 Micro-SD microSD card slot
12 Reset Reset button
Press once: System restart
Press for >10 s: Reset to default settings
13 ANT SMA cellular antenna CHARX SEC
14 SIM SIM card slot, micro SIM -31xx only

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2.4.2 Indication elements

Table 2-3 Indication elements on the charging controller
No. Designa- Meaning Note
tion
15 PWR System control status Heartbeat: Embedded system in boot phase CHARX SEC-
(green) On: Embedded system ready for operation 3xxx only

Flashing: Update active

APP (red) Application software Flashing: OCPP agent active, but no connection to
the backend
Off: OCPP agent active, connection established to
the backend
LNK (yel- Cellular connection Flashing: Modem establishing connection
low) On: Modem is logged into the cellular network
BUS (blue) Backplane bus (via the DIN Flashing: Addressing bus devices in the backplane
rail connector) bus

On: Module defined as the client in the backplane

bus

16 PWR Charging interface status Flashing: Charging controller starting up

(green) On: Charging controller ready for operation
ERR (red) Error status Flashing: Error status with an external cause (on
vehicle side, charging cable, residual current, etc.)
On: Error status in the charging controller
CON (yel- Charging connector Flashing: Valid charging connector detected in the
low) charging socket
On: Charging connector locked in the charging
socket
CHG (blue) Vehicle communication Heartbeat: Vehicle connected (status B1)
Flashing: Vehicle connected, charging enabled
On: Vehicle is being charged

If all LEDs flash simultaneously, the respective controller can no longer be ad-
dressed by the CPU module. This can only be rectified with a voltage reset.

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2.5 Software for the CHARX SEC-3xxx charging con-

troller

2.5.1 Linux operating system

The CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers work with a Linux operating system.
License information for the individual Linux packages can be found in the file system of the
charging controller under: /usr/share/common-licenses.
Alternatively, you can also call up the license information via the web-based management
of the charging controller.

Notes on LGPL software libraries

All open source software that you use in the product is subject to the respective license
terms. These apply irrespectively of the Phoenix Contact Software License Terms (SLT) for
the product. In particular, the license holder can change the respective open-source soft-
ware in accordance with the applicable license terms. If the license holder changes an
LGPL software library contained in this product, reverse engineering is permitted for debug-
ging such modifications.

Note on OpenSSL
This product includes software Developer by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL
Toolkit. (http://www.openssl.org/). This product Includes cryptographic software written by
Eric Young ([email protected]).

Requesting the source code

The charging controllers contain software components that are licensed by the rights holder
as free software or open source software under the GNU General Public License. You can
request the source code of these software components for a processing fee of 100 euros
within three years after delivery of the charging controller. To do so, contact the
Phoenix Contact After Sales Service in writing at the following address:
PHOENIX CONTACT GmbH & Co. KG
After Sales Service
Flachsmarktstrasse 8
32825 Blomberg
GERMANY
Subject: “Source code for CHARX SEC-3000”

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2.5.2 Directory structure and accessing the file system

The charging controllers work with a Linux operating system. You can access the charging
controller via Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) or via Secure Shell (SSH) and view and
modify the directories and files on the file system.
Authentication required
Authentication with a user name and password is always required for SSH and SFTP
access and cannot be deactivated. Only users with administrator rights can access
the file system. Change the password the first time you log in.
In the delivery state, the following access data is preset with restricted administrator rights:
– User name: user-app
– Password: user
The file system is accessed via the SFTP protocol. SFTP client software is required for this
(e.g., WinSCP).

Table 2-4 Directory structure of CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers

Path Contents
/usr/share/common-licenses License terms
/log/ System log messages
/data/user-app/ Storage location for external applications and your start
script

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2.5.3 Firewall and port sharing

A list of the ports that use the services belonging to the charging controller can be found in
the web-based management. These can be opened or closed individually. You can add fur-
ther ports to the list for software that is additionally installed. For further information, refer to
“System Control/Calibration Law” on page 122.
NOTE: Check the firewall settings.
The firewall is enabled by default. Open but unused ports increase the risk of an at-
tack. Open only those ports that are necessary for your application.

2.5.4 Installing software on the charging controller

The charging controller allows you to install your own software. The individual programs or
program parts can be programmed in any development environment (e.g., Eclipse, Micro-
soft® Visual Studio®, etc.) in C++ or Python programming languages, for example.
An MQTT interface and a REST API are available as the interface to the process data of the
charging controller.
The MQTT interface allows read access to the data.
The REST API allows write access to frame data, such as charging releases and charging
current settings. For a detailed description of the MQTT topics and the REST API, refer to
the download area for this charging controller at phoenixcontact.com/qr/1138965.
NOTE: Various applications may have write access to frame data at the same
time
Multiple applications may have write access to frame data at the same time via the
REST API and this is not monitored by the system. This can result in frame data such
as charging releases or charging current settings being overwritten. Make sure that
other applications with access to the same process data are not active.
SDKs for compiling your C++ project are available. Please contact your Phoenix Contact
sales representative.
You will find the “user-application-start” script in the /home/user-app directory. This script is
run when the controller is started. It serves as the configurable starting point of your appli-
cation.
You can store your software permanently in the /data/user-app/ directory.
Then add your application to this script. Restart the charging controller. Your software is au-
tomatically started when the charging controller is restarted.
As an example, a Python script is stored in /usr/lib/user-app/, which connects to MQTT and
sends a message when a vehicle is connected.
NOTE: Program deletion in the event of a full system update and reset to the
default settings
Note that the /usr/lib/user-app/ directory will be overwritten in the event of a full system
update and in the event of a reset to the default settings.

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2.5.5 Resetting to default settings

Using the reset button, you can reset the charging controller to the delivery state. Press and
hold the reset button for ten seconds.
The reset includes:
– System and user software are reset to the version supplied on delivery.
– Device configurations and network settings are deleted.
– Allowlists are deleted.
– Passwords are deleted.
– Software implemented by the customer is deleted.
NOTE: Automatic reset to default settings
The system automatically resets itself to the default settings if three boot processes in
a row were unsuccessful.

2.5.6 Web-based management (WBM)

In the web-based management (WBM) of the CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers, you
can access static and dynamic charging controller information and modify certain charging
controller settings. You can call up the WBM via the Ethernet interface ETH0 and the USB
interface on the charging controller (see “Access to CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers”
on page 71).
The web-based management offers the following functions:
– Dashboard function for the operation and monitoring of the connected charging control-
lers
– User management
– Status indicators for individual charging controllers for operation monitoring and diag-
nostics
– Status indicators for the system services and application software
– Configuration of individual charging controllers
– Configurations for operating the overall system of all connected charging controllers
– Network settings
– Management of local user lists (allowlist)
– Access to log files for extended diagnostics
– Firmware update management
A detailed description of how to start up the charging controller via the WBM can be found
in “Starting up the charging controller” on page 71.

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2.5.7 OCPP communication

With the CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers, you can connect a central management
system via the OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol).
Connection can be established via the Ethernet interface (ETH0) as well as via the cellular
interface (ppp0).
When operating multiple charging controllers in a client/server group, OCPP communica-
tion with the central management system takes place via the server using a common
ChargePoint ID (see “CHARX SEC-3xxx in a client/server group” on page 21). In this case,
the individual charging controllers are listed under a separate Connector ID in the central
management system.
The charging controller supports OCPP version 1.6J. Transmission takes place in JSON
data format and supports the following profiles in accordance with the OCCP specification:
– Core
– Firmware Management
– Local Authorisation List Management
– Smart Charging
– Reservation
– Remote Trigger
NOTE: OCPP Smart Charging Profile only possible with activated load
management
To use OCPP Smart Charging Profile, load management must be activated. This is
also necessary for a single charge point.
Via the OCPP communication protocol, individual configuration parameters can be queried
from the central management system. Individual configuration parameters can be modified
from the central management system. The OCPP communication protocol contains config-
uration parameters which are defined in the OCPP standard as well as device-specific pa-
rameters.
For an overview, refer to appendix “OCPP operations” on page 144.
– Supported messages and functions in the respective profiles
– Existing restrictions
– List of configuration parameters
– List of assigned access rights

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2.5.8 Modbus/TCP
For remote control and monitoring of the CHARX SEC-3xxx, you can access the device reg-
isters via Ethernet or Modbus/TCP.
The device operates as a Modbus server using address 1. The port for incoming Modbus
requests is 502.
The data is made available on the Modbus/TCP interface in 16-bit holding registers.
In client/server mode, the Modbus data of all clients and attached charging controllers is ac-
cessed centrally via the server (see “CHARX SEC-3xxx in a client/server group” on
page 21).

Figure 2-9 Subdivision of the Modbus/TCP register areas

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

NC - + - +
RS485 OUTPUT INPUT
N PROG

EEM-EM357
3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

AK8Q600001
CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

1000
M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh

A-V A A-V A A-V A

L1 L2 L3

PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP
LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX

SEC-3000 SEC-1000 SEC-3000 SEC-1000 SEC-3000 SEC-1000

Reset Reset Reset

Micro-SD

Micro-SD

Micro-SD
USB

USB

USB
ETH1

ETH1

ETH1
ETH0

ETH0

ETH0
0 ... 999
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

NC - + - + NC - + - + NC - + - + NC - + - + NC - + - + NC - + - +
RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT
N PROG N PROG N PROG N PROG N PROG N PROG

EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz
AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001
CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000
M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh

A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A

L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3

1000 - 2000 - 3000 - 4000 - x000 -

1999 2999 3999 4999 x999

Register area 0 - 999 is reserved for data that is relevant centrally for all of the charging
points in the group. This includes, for example, the current total consumption or the permit-
ted maximum current in the complete client/server group.
Register area x000 to x999 contains the data and commands that are valid for one specific
charging point from the group. The x stands for the respective position of the charging con-
troller in the group. For example, this can be the system state or the assignment of a
charging release to a selected charging point.

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default: Start registers are assigned automatically.

Address “-1”: Automatic registers
The start registers can also be configured manually in the web-based management. Manu-
ally assigned registers do not change and “mixed operation” is not possible. If at least one
start register is assigned manually, further controllers can only be accessed via Modbus if
they are also assigned to manual start registers.
For a detailed description, please refer to the tables in appendix “Modbus communication
and register overview” on page 148.

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2.5.9 MQTT
The CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers have an MQTT broker to which the MQTT cli-
ents can connect via port 1883. Status and value changes can be provided in this way. For
example, this is how the EV status, real-time data, or measured energy data is published.
The data of the attached CHARX SEC-1000 charging controllers is managed by the MQTT
server of the CHARX SEC-3xxx in separate topics under the respective device UID.
In client/server applications, a configuration to the client causes the MQTT servers of these
devices to be disabled (see “CHARX SEC-3xxx in a client/server group” on page 21). The
data of the clients and attached charging controllers is managed by the MQTT server in sep-
arate topics.
In addition, self-programmed user applications can implement MQTT client libraries (e.g.,
paho) in order to also subscribe to MQTT broker messages.
Port sharing for MQTT access
Connection to MQTT broker port 1883 is always possible if the client application is
running on the same host (via localhost/127.0.0.1).
If the client is running on a different host, then you must configure TCP port 1883 so
that it is open and accessible via ETH0 by editing the firewall settings in the WBM (see
“System Control/Calibration Law” on page 122). Authorization, for example, via user
name and password, is not required for this.
MQTT clients can subscribe to topics in order to be informed when values are
changed.
A list of MQTT topics that can be subscribed to can be found in the documentation for this
charging controller at phoenixcontact.com/qr/1138965.
The MQTT topics used are utilized for communication between the system services of the
CHARX SEC-3xxx.
Write access is not permitted to MQTT topics of the system services. This type of access
can result in inconsistent system behavior. Write access is therefore not possible via exter-
nal applications. Write access to process data, for example, setting the charging release,
can instead be performed via the REST API (see appendix “REST API” on page 156).
As soon as an MQTT connection has been acknowledged (CONNACK), the MQTT client
can subscribe to one or more topics. The usual MQTT wildcards, for example, “+” and “#”,
are supported.

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2.5.10 Load management

Figure 2-10 Load management with multiple charging stations and charging points

A: Main fuse
B: Load circuit fuse
C: Load
D: Server charging controller
E: Client charging controllers
F: Measuring device at charging point
M: Higher-level measuring device

NOTE: Activating load management

Load management is deactivated by default if there are no charging points in the load
circuit. Making a mistake with a setting may cause an upstream circuit breaker to trip.
You must initially make settings for load management to function in a meaningful way
(see “WBM – Load Management” on page 111).
NOTE: OCPP Smart Charging Profile only possible with activated load
management
To use OCPP Smart Charging Profile, load management must be activated. This is
also necessary for a single charge point.
NOTE: Use just one type of energy measuring device at the RS-485 interface
For recording the total current, energy measuring devices can be connected via the
Ethernet interface ETH0 or the RS-485 interface on a charging point. Connect energy
measuring devices with an RS-485 interface to the same interface which is also used
for recording the charging currents on the relevant charging point.
In this case, both energy measuring devices must be of the same type. The Modbus
address of the central energy measuring device (M) is incremented by 1 (compared
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Once the necessary information has been entered, the load management distributes the
available current up to the level of the fuse value on the connected vehicles. The following
aspects are considered:
– Equal distribution of the available current
– Distribution with phase accuracy including residual current distribution
– Event-based and time-based redistribution of the currents
– Dynamic setting by higher-level systems via REST API or Modbus/TCP
– Dynamic setting of the fuse value by a higher-level measuring device
An example setup for dynamic load management is shown in Figure 2-10.
The main fuse (A) is protected by the higher-level measuring device (B), which measures
the current. The CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controller (D) serves as the server for the load
management in the charging park. The charging controller thus records the current of the
load (C) and the current of the charging stations. It distributes adjusted settings to the other
client charging controllers (E).
In addition, a second, static fuse value can be specified (B). This value can only be specified
in the web-based management if a higher-level measuring device is selected.

Figure 2-11 Example connection schemes with configuration

To avoid asymmetrical grid loads, the individual charging points can be connected to the
supply network in a rotated order. Please note that the rotation of the phase sequence takes
place at the mains connection and is stored in the charging controller configuration, see
“Charging Stations/Charging Point/Configuration” on page 87. For a correct calculation of
the resulting currents in the supply network, it is imperative that no phase rotation takes
place within the charging station. Figure 2-11 shows examples of connection schemes with
the corresponding configuration in the charging controller.

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Maintaining the fuse rating

Maintain the distance to the actual fuse rating to protect the fuse.
For example:
– <100 A -> 10%
– >100 A -> 20%

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2.5.11 ISO 15118 communication

The CHARX SEC-3050 and -3150 charging controllers are designed to establish commu-
nication with the electric vehicle in accordance with standard ISO/IEC 15118. The following
operating modes are envisaged:
– Disabled: The electric vehicle is charged in accordance with IEC 61851-1, Annex A.
– Optional: The charging controller attempts to establish communication in accordance
with ISO/IEC 15118. If communication is not completed within 10 s, the controller re-
verts to communication in accordance with IEC 61851-1, Annex A.
– Required: Communication in accordance with ISO/IEC 15118 is mandatory for
charging. Vehicles that do not support this type of communication will not be charged.
The settings required for communication are made via the web-based management (see
“Charging Stations/Charging Point/Event Actions” on page 94).
Data exchanged via the ISO/IEC 15118 protocol can be read out via MQTT (see “MQTT
topics” on page 155).
The EVCC ID of the electric vehicle transmitted within the framework of ISO 15118 commu-
nication can be stored in the local allowlist on the charging controller (see “WBM – Whitelist”
on page 109).
The Plug and Charge function is not supported at present
The Plug and Charge function is envisaged for a future software release.

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3 Mounting the hardware

3.1 Transport, storage, and unpacking

Transport The device is delivered in cardboard packaging.
• Observe the humidity specifications and the temperature range specified for transport
(see “Technical data” on page 133).
• When transporting the device or storing it temporarily, make sure that the surfaces are
protected from the elements and any external influences or damage, and that they are
kept dry and clean.

Storage The storage location must be:

– Dry
– Protected from unauthorized access
– Protected from harmful environmental influences such as UV light
• For storage, observe the humidity and air pressure specifications, and the temperature
range (see “Technical data” on page 133).

Unpacking The device is delivered in packaging together with a packing slip that provides installation
instructions.
• Read the entire packing slip carefully.
• Retain the packing slip.
NOTE: Electrostatic discharge
Electrostatic discharge can damage or destroy components. When handling and un-
packing the device, observe the necessary safety precautions against electrostatic
discharge (ESD) in accordance with EN/IEC 61340-5-1.

Checking the delivery • Check the delivery for transport damage.

⇒ Damaged packaging is an indicator of potential damage to the device that may have oc-
curred during transport. This could result in a malfunction.
• Submit claims for any transport damage immediately, and inform Phoenix Contact or
your supplier as well as the shipping company without delay.
• Enclose photos that clearly document the damage to the packaging and/or delivery to-
gether with your claim.
• Immediately upon delivery, refer to the delivery note to ensure that the delivery is com-
plete.

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3.2 Safety notes

DANGER: Risk of fatal electric shock
It is necessary to connect to hazardous contact mains voltage to operate the charging
controller.
Protection against electric shock must be ensured.
Only mount or remove the device when it is disconnected from the voltage.
Make sure that the supply voltage cannot be switched on again by unauthorized per-
sons.
NOTE: Damage to electronics due to inadequate external fuse protection
The electronics in the device will be damaged if external fuse protection is inadequate.
Provide external fuse protection for the supply voltage in accordance with the con-
nected load (number of CHARX control modular/total current consumption of the de-
vices). Ensure that the external fuse trips reliably in the event of a fault.
NOTE: Electrostatic discharge
The device contains components that may be damaged or destroyed by electrostatic
discharge. When handling the device, observe the necessary safety precautions
against electrostatic discharge (ESD) in accordance with EN/IEC 61340-5-1.

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3.3 Mounting the charging controller

Figure 3-1 Snapping the CHARX control modular onto the DIN rail

A C

The charging controller is mounted on a 35 mm standard DIN rail – without any tools – using
the DIN rail connector (NS35/7,5). It is mounted perpendicular to the DIN rail.
• Join the DIN rail connectors so that they form a block (A).
• Insert the DIN rail connector into the DIN rail until it engages with a click (B). Make sure
that the protruding connector side is facing to the left.
• Place the device onto the DIN rail from above (C). For this, hook the upper housing key-
way onto the top edge of the DIN rail. Holding the device by the housing cover, carefully
push it toward the mounting surface.
• Once the snap-on foot has snapped onto the DIN rail with a click, check that it is at-
tached securely.

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3.4 Connecting the cables

The CHARX control modular charging controllers feature plug-in connection technology.
The supplied connectors use Push-in connection technology.

Figure 3-2 Conductor connection to the CHARX control modular







 


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Table 3-1 Connection data

Conductor cross-section Connection 1 to 6 Connection 7 and 8

Rigid 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
Flexible 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.2 mm² ... 2.5 mm²
With ferrules without insulating collar 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
With ferrules with insulating collar 0.25 mm² ... 1.0 mm² 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
Conductor cross-section, AWG AWG 24 ... 16 AWG 24 ... 16
Stripping length 8 mm ... 10 mm 10 mm
Ferrule length for ferrules with insulating collar 0.25 mm² ... 0.34 mm²: 8 mm ... 10 mm 10 mm
0.5 mm² to 1.0 mm²: 10 mm
Ferrule length for ferrules without insulating collar 0.25 mm² ... 1.0 mm²: 8 mm ... 10 mm 10 mm
1.5 mm²: 10 mm

Rigid conductors or flexible conductors with ferrule (A)

• Insert the stripped conductor into the round opening of the terminal block without using
a tool.

Flexible conductors without ferrule (B)

• Press the push button with a screwdriver to open the spring.

Removal
• To release, press the pushbutton using a screwdriver.
• Pull out the conductor.
We recommend the following bladed screwdriver: SZS 0,4X2,5 VDE, 1205037.

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Figure 3-3 Conductor connection to the CHARX control modular

• Push the connector into the header of the charging controller until it engages with a
click. Make sure that the connectors are oriented correctly.
NOTE: No coding on the connectors
The connectors that are to be connected are not coded. When connecting the I/O de-
vices, ensure the correct assignment of the connectors that are to be connected.

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3.5 Connecting Ethernet

Figure 3-4 Connecting Ethernet

• Only use shielded twisted pair cables and corresponding shielded RJ45 connectors.
• Insert the Ethernet cable with the RJ45 connector into the ETH0 or ETH1 interface until
the connector engages with a click. Observe the connector coding.
Certain network interface settings may be necessary in order to start up and operate the
charging controller. The settings can be made in the web-based management (see “Access
to CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers” on page 71).

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3.6 Inserting the SIM card

Figure 3-5 Inserting (A) and removing (B) the SIM card

A B

• Insert the SIM card into the slot as far as it will go.
• Check that it is inserted all the way in by gently pressing with a small screwdriver or sim-
ilar.
NOTE: Electrostatic discharge
Electrostatic discharge can damage or destroy components. When handling the de-
vice, observe the necessary safety precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD)
in accordance with EN/IEC 61340-5-1.
NOTE: Operation only with micro SIM cards (3FF)
The device only supports SIM cards in micro SIM format (3FF). Do not use adapters
for nano SIM cards. If necessary, contact your provider.
NOTE: Correct orientation of the SIM card
When the charging controller is mounted perpendicular, the contact surfaces of the
SIM card should be on the left. The angled edge of the SIM card should point toward
the top edge of the device. Make sure that the SIM card is oriented correctly.
The necessary settings for using the SIM card (PIN, APN access data) can be made in the
web-based management (see “Network/Modem” on page 118). The necessary data can be
obtained from your provider.

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3.7 Connecting the antenna

Safety notes on antennas
DANGER: Risk of fatal electric shock
Antennas are electrically conductive. Contact with live cables can lead to
death or serious injury.
– The antenna must not be in the vicinity of live cables during installation or removal.
– Never carry out work on antennas during a storm.
CAUTION: High frequency
Mount the antenna in a way that ensures that persons will not be within a radius of
40 centimeters during operation.
NOTE: Malfunction
– If you route the antennas outside the building: Limit transient overvoltages to
1500 Vpeak in accordance with IEC 62368-1. To do so, use external protective cir-
cuits.
– Remember that metallic objects and surfaces located near the antenna reduce sig-
nal quality.
– Keep the antenna cable as short as possible. The antenna cable must not be lon-
ger than five meters.
Approved accessories for antennas
For the approved accessories for the antenna, refer to CHARX SEC-3100 at phoenix-
contact.com/qr/1139012. Please refer to the documentation for the antenna.

Figure 3-6 Connecting the antenna

A
B

• Attach the antenna connector to the antenna socket (A).

• Screw the antenna onto the device until it is hand-tight (B).
• Check the signal quality in the web-based management (see “Network/Modem” on
page 118).
• Fix the antenna in place when reception is good or very good.

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3.8 Inserting the microSD card

NOTE: Electrostatic discharge
Electrostatic discharge can damage or destroy components. When handling the de-
vice, observe the necessary safety precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD)
in accordance with EN/IEC 61340-5-1.
NOTE: Correct orientation of the microSD card
When the charging controller is mounted perpendicular, the contact surfaces of the
SD card should be on the left. Insert the card into the device with the contact end first.
Make sure that the microSD card is oriented correctly.

Figure 3-7 Inserting the microSD card

The charging controller has an SD card holder with push/push technology.

• Gently push the SD card into the SD card holder until it engages with a click in the SD
card holder.

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4 Connecting and wiring the hardware

4.1 Safety notes

DANGER: Risk of fatal electric shock
It is necessary to connect to hazardous contact mains voltage to operate the charging
controller.
• Protection against electric shock must be ensured.
• Only perform work on the device when the power is disconnected.
• Make sure that the supply voltage cannot be switched on again by unauthorized
persons.
NOTE: Observe the connection notes
When wiring, observe the connection instructions regarding conductor connection
and connectors (see “Connecting the cables” on page 44).

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4.2 Supply voltage

4.2.1 Dimensioning the supply voltage

The charging controller operates with a supply voltage of +12 V DC, ±0.6 V.
You can connect multiple charging controllers using the DIN rail connector. Only one
charging controller has to be supplied with power. The attached devices are supplied via the
DIN rail connector.
Dimension the power supply for your station in accordance with the connected charging
controllers and the I/O devices that are supplied by them. For the no-load current consump-
tion of the relevant devices, refer to “Technical data” on page 133.
NOTE: Observe the maximum current carrying capacity of the backplane bus
The nominal current of the backplane bus for supplying power to the modules is 6 A.
On the system side, it is ensured that the charging connector locking mechanism can-
not be controlled at the same time. Observe the current consumption of each device
when configuring a CHARX control modular station. Please note that the current con-
sumption of the individual devices depends on the connected I/O devices and the
configuration. Determine the maximum possible current consumption of your setup.

4.3 Connecting the supply voltage

Figure 4-1 Connecting the power supply
+12 V
GND

PWR APP PWR ERR PWR ERP

LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX
SEC-3150 SEC-1000
SIM

ANT

Reset
Micro-SD
Micro-USB

ETH1
ETH0

PE

• Connect the supply voltage to the “Supply” connector.

• Make sure that the DIN rail is connected to the protective conductor of the charging sta-
tion.

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4.4 Connecting the charging interface

You can operate the charging controller in a charging station with a charging socket
(charging case B in accordance with IEC 61851-1). Alternatively, the charging station can
also be equipped with a permanently fastened charging cable with charging connector
(charging case C). The corresponding configuration is performed in the web-based man-
agement (see “Charging Stations | Charging Point | Create Configuration” on page 88).

4.4.1 Charging stations with charging socket

NOTE: Operation with 3-pos. locking actuators only with external protective
circuit
The charging controller is optimized for operation with charging sockets with a 4-pos.
locking actuator. Operation of the charging controller with charging sockets with 3-
pos. locking actuators can result in the charging controller malfunctioning and becom-
ing damaged. Provide an external protective circuit (see “Charging sockets with 3-
pos. locking actuator” on page 54).
NOTE: Observe the maximum current carrying capacity of the charging socket
Make sure that the set maximum charging current does not exceed the current carry-
ing capacity of the charging socket used (see “Energy” on page 89).

4.4.1.1 Charging sockets with 4-pos. locking actuator

Figure 4-2 Connecting the charging socket with 4-pos. locking actuator

CHARX 4-Pol. 4-Pol.

PWR ERP
CON CHG SEC-xxxx Marquardt Küster
CHARX
SEC-1000 LO+ RD BU / RD

WT/ RD/ LO- BN BU / BN

CP PP
LD1 GN BU / GN
BN RD
LD2 YE BU / YE
GN YE

PE

EV-T2M3SO12-4P-...

• Connect Control Pilot (CP) and Proximity (PP) to the “Socket” connector of the charging
controller.
• Make sure that the protective conductor connection of the charging socket is connect-
ed to the DIN rail of the charging controller.

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• Connect the locking actuator as per Figure 4-2 and the installed charging socket to the
“Socket” connector.
Configuration of the control and feedback signals of the charging socket is performed in the
web-based management. There, select a charging socket from Phoenix Contact (see
“Charging Connection” on page 88).
• Select “Socket” as the connection type. Select the type of the charging socket used
from the drop-down menu.
⇒ The corresponding parameters for evaluation and control are set automatically.

4.4.1.2 Charging sockets with 3-pos. locking actuator

Figure 4-3 Connecting the charging socket with 3-pos. locking actuator

PWR
CON
ERP
CHG LO- BK
PIN 3
CHARX
SEC-1000

PIN 2
LD1 R1 BU M
D1 1K
LD2 3V

LO+ BN
PIN 1

EV-T2M3SL12-Connector

PE

EV-T2M3SO12-3P-...

• Connect Control Pilot (CP) and Proximity (PP) to the “Socket” connector of the charging
controller.
• Make sure that the protective conductor connection of the charging socket is connect-
ed to the DIN rail of the charging controller.
• Provide a protective circuit to protect the “Lock Detection” input against excessively
high voltages. The protective circuit consists of a 1 kΩ resistor and a 3 V Zener diode
in accordance with Figure 4-3.
Configuration of the control and feedback signals of the charging socket is performed in the
web-based management. There, select a charging socket from Phoenix Contact (see
“Charging Connection” on page 88).
• Select “Socket” as the connection type. Select the type of the charging socket used
from the drop-down menu.
⇒ The corresponding parameters for evaluation and control are set automatically.

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4.4.2 Charging stations with charging connector

Figure 4-4 Connecting the charging connector

PWR ERP
CON CHG

CHARX
SEC-1000

CP

CP

L, N
PE

• Connect the Control Pilot (CP) of the charging connector to the “Socket” connector of
the charging controller.
• Make sure that the protective conductor connection of the charging connector is con-
nected to the DIN rail of the charging controller.
• Select “Connector” as the connection type in the web-based management (see
“Charging Connection” on page 88).
NOTE: Observe the current carrying capacity of the charging connector
Make sure that the set maximum charging current does not exceed the current carry-
ing capacity of the charging connector used (see “Energy” on page 89).

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4.5 Connecting the load contactor

The load contactor connects the electric vehicle to the power grid. It is automatically
switched on and off by the charging controller via a floating contact. Switching is in accor-
dance with the normative requirements and charging releases.
Charging stations without communication with the electric vehicle in accordance with
ISO/IEC 15118 (CHARX SEC-1000, CHARX SEC-3x00): In this case the load contactor is
switched with a DC voltage <30 V or with a mains voltage <250 V AC.
Charging stations with communication with the electric vehicle in accordance with
ISO/IEC 15118 (CHARX SEC-3x50): The mains voltage should be used for contactor con-
trol in order to detect the zero crossing of the mains voltage (zero cross detection).
If the load contactor does not close despite charging being released, check that the residual
current sensor or the bridge is wired correctly (see “Residual current monitoring” on
page 59)

4.5.1 Load contactor for charging controllers without

ISO/IEC 15118 communication
Figure 4-5 Load contactor control without ISO/IEC 15118 communication

PWR ERP
CON CHG

CHARX
SEC-1000

1A
L1
1A

2A
1 3 5 7

2 4 6 8

L/ L1...3
N

• Connect the control voltage for the load contactor to the mains voltage or a DC supply
voltage.
– Input C1 (CHARX SEC-1000)
– Input C1/L1 (CHARX SEC-3xxx)
• Connect the output to control input 1A of the load contactor.
– Output C2 (CHARX SEC-1000)
– Output C2/L1* CHARX SEC-3xxx)

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• Route output 2A of the load contactor to the neutral conductor or to the GND potential
of the DC power supply.
– Neutral conductor for contactor control with mains voltage
– GND potential for control with DC supply voltage

4.5.2 Load contactor for charging controllers with

ISO/IEC 15118 communication
Figure 4-6 Load contactor control with communication in accordance with
ISO/IEC 15118

PWR APP PWR ERR

LNK BUS CON CHG

CHARX
SEC-3150

SIM
ANT

Reset

Micro-SD
Micro-USB

ETH1
ETH0

1A
N L1
1A

2A
1 3 5 7

2 4 6 8

L/ L1...3
N

• Connect conductor L1 of the mains voltage to input C1/L1.

• Connect the neutral conductor to contact N on the “Contactor” connector.
• Connect output C2/L1* to control input 1A of the load contactor.
• Route output 2A of the load contactor to the neutral conductor.

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4.5.3 Monitoring the load contactor for malfunction

It is possible for you to monitor the load contactor for malfunction using an auxiliary switch.

Figure 4-7 Contactor monitoring at the load contactor using an auxiliary switch

Output
12
PWR ERP
CON CHG
11
CHARX Input
SEC-1000

1A
L1

11 23

12 24
1 3 5 7

2 4 6 8
L/ L1...3
N

1A

2A
• To monitor the load contactor, connect a 12 V potential to a free digital input via the aux-
iliary switch.
In the web-based management of the charging controller, specify the input you use for the
function. Specify whether the auxiliary contact is normally closed or normally open (see
“Monitoring | Charge Current Monitoring” on page 91).

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4.6 Residual current monitoring

In accordance with IEC 61851-1, DC residual currents are to be expected in charging sta-
tions for electric vehicles, which can impair the function of the residual current protection.
Therefore, according to the standard, one of the following measures should be imple-
mented:
– Use of a type B residual current device
– Use of a type A residual current device. In addition, use of equipment to ensure that the
power supply is safely disconnected in the event of a DC residual current greater than
6 mA.
The CHARX control modular charging controllers are designed to support the implementa-
tion of both of these measures.

4.6.1 Operation without a DC residual current sensor – with a

type B residual current device
Figure 4-8 Operating the charging controller with a type B all-current-sensitive residual
current device

PWR APP PWR ERR

LNK BUS CON CHG

CHARX
SEC-3150
SIM

ANT

Reset
Micro-SD

1 2
3 4
5 6
Micro-USB

ETH1
ETH0

N2 4 6
T
1A

2A
1 3 5 7

2 4 6 8

L/ L1...3
N
N1 3 5

PE

To operate the charging station with type B all-current-sensitive residual current protection,
you must create a bridge between contacts 12V and ER2 on the “RCM” connector.
• Make sure that residual current monitoring is disabled in the web-based management
(see “Monitoring | Charge Current Monitoring” on page 91).

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4.6.2 Operation with a DC residual current sensor

When operating the charging controller with a 6 mA DC residual current sensor, sensors
that provide either an Active High or an Active Low signal in the event of a fault can be used.
The signal is provided via an open-collector or open-drain output. The charging controller
has an integrated pull-up resistor to 12 V.
Contacts 12V and 0V on the “RCM” connector are available to supply power to external sen-
sors.To test the residual current sensor, the charging controller provides a 12 V test signal
at terminal point 5 of the “RCM” connector. The charging controller controls the test signal
automatically.
To use the charging controller with external residual current sensors, enable the function in
the web-based management of the charging controller (see “Monitoring | Charge Current
Monitoring” on page 91).

Figure 4-9 Operation of the charging controller with a DC residual current sensor

PWR APP PWR ERR

LNK BUS CON CHG

CHARX
SEC-3150
SIM

ANT

Reset
Micro-SD
Micro-USB

RCM
ETH1

12V 0V
Fault
Test
ETH0

Fault
Test
12V
0V

L
N
PE

RCM14-01

Figure 4-9 shows the operation of the charging controller with a DC residual current sensor
with 12 V fault signal (e.g., Western Automation RCM14-01/RCM14-03).
• When using residual current sensors that provide an Active High or 12 V signal in the
event of a fault, connect the fault output of the sensor to contact ER1 on the “RCM” con-
nector (see Figure 4-9).
• When using residual current sensors that provide an Active Low or 0 V signal in the
event of a fault, connect the fault output of the sensor to contact ER2 on the “RCM” con-
nector. The connection between the charging controller and the RCM module is estab-
lished via an XHP-4 connector from JST. An assembled cable for connecting the
components is available as CHARX SEC JST-RCM-CBL, 1360462.
NOTE: Reversing the polarity of the "Fault" and "Test" contacts leads to a short circuit
on the DC residual current sensor. The DC residual current sensor is then no longer
functional!

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4.7 Connecting the energy measuring device

Figure 4-10 Connecting EEM357

PWR APP PWR ERR

LNK BUS CON CHG

CHARX
Meter SEC-3150

SIM
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
+ -
ANT
NC - + - +
RS485 OUTPUT INPUT
Reset N PROG

Micro-SD
EEM-EM357

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

AK8Q600001
CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C
Micro-USB

ETH1
1000
M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh

A-V A A-V A A-V A

ETH0
L1 L2 L3

In order to record charging currents, you can connect an energy measuring device. Use the
RS-485 interface on the “Meter” connector for this.
The charging controller currently supports the following energy measuring devices:
– Phoenix Contact EEM-350-D-MCB, 2905849
– Phoenix Contact EEM-DM357, 1252817
– Phoenix Contact EEM-DM357-70, 1219095
– Phoenix Contact EEM-EM357, 2908588
– Phoenix Contact EEM-EM357-EE, 1311985
– Phoenix Contact EEM-EM157-EE, 1311993
– Phoenix Contact EEM-AM157-70, 1219090
– Carlo Gavazzi EM24
– Carlo Gavazzi EM111
– Carlo Gavazzi EM340
– Inepro PRO380-Mod
– Iskra WM3M4(C)

Configuration of the communication interface for the energy measuring device

In the web-based management of the charging controller, select the energy measuring de-
vice used (see “Energy” on page 89).
In order to establish a connection between the charging controller and energy measuring
device, the settings for communication must correspond to the default settings of the se-
lected device. This applies, for example, to the device address and transmission speed.
We plan to extend the list of supported energy measuring devices in future software up-
dates. You can view the energy measuring devices implemented in your software version in
the charging point configuration in the web-based management (see “Charging Sta-
tions/Charging Point/Configuration” on page 87).
Connecting the energy measuring device for certain functions
Always connect an energy measuring device if you want to use functions for current
monitoring (overcurrent and out-of-balance monitoring) or load management.

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4.8 Connecting an RFID reader

In order to authorize users, you can connect RFID readers via the “Supply/RFID” RS-485
interface. You can check the read RFID cards against a local allowlist or an external man-
agement system.
It is possible to use one RFID reader for multiple charging points.
The RFID reader can be supplied with 12 V voltage from the “Supply/RFID” connector.
• Connect the communication cables of the RFID reader to contacts A+/B- of the “Sup-
ply/RFID” connector.
Proceed as follows to configure the communication interface for the RFID reader:
• Specify the charging releases in the web-based management of the charging control-
ler.
• Select the RFID reader used and the charging interface used to connect the RFID read-
er (see “Charging Stations/Charging Point/Event Actions” on page 94).
In order to establish a connection between the charging controller and RFID reader, the set-
tings for communication must correspond to the default settings of the selected device. This
applies, for example, to the device address and transmission speed.
The charging controller currently supports the following RFID readers:
– CHARX RFID/NFC
– ELATEC T4W2 PALON COMPACT LIGHT PCB (T4W2-F02B6)
– ELATEC TWN4 PALON COMPACT LIGHT Panel (T4PK-F02TR6)
– DUALI DE 950-4, DUALI DE 950-4-CXP
– Netronix UW-XEU1
The list of supported RFID readers may be extended in future software updates.
You can view the RFID readers implemented in your software version in the charging point
configuration in the web-based management (see “Charging Stations/Charging Point/Con-
figuration” on page 87).

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4.8.1 Connecting an RFID reader from ELATEC

Figure 4-11 Connecting an ELATEC T4W2-F02B6/T4PK-F02TR6

PWR APP PWR ERR

LNK BUS CON CHG

CHARX DIP
on
SEC-3150

SIM
1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8
Supply / RFID
ANT

Pin7 Pin8 Reset

Pin3 Pin4

Micro-SD
Micro-USB

ETH1
ETH0

NOTE: Adapt software to ELATEC reader.

Use appropriate software to operate the RFID reader from ELATEC on CHARX
charging controllers. Use the “AppBlaster” program provided by the manufacturer and
the “TWN4_NCx320_STD203_Standard.bix” program file for installation.
NOTE: Do not use a termination resistor
The termination resistor (DIP switch 8) must be switched off.
The software and the program file are available in the download area for the RFID readers
(1309772 and 1309687). The RFID reader can be connected to a PC via a standard micro
USB cable.
The program file provided is only compatible with bootloader version 1.08 of the
Elatec readers.

Figure 4-12 Software update on ELATEC RFID readers

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Proceed as follows to update the software:

• Start the “AppBlaster.exe” program.
• Select “Program Firmware Image”.
• Select the “TWN4_NCx320_STD203_Standard.bix” file.
• Start the download via “Program Image”.

4.8.2 Connecting a DUALI DE-950-4 RFID reader

Figure 4-13 Connecting a DUALI DE-950-4-CXP

PWR APP PWR ERR

LNK BUS CON CHG

CHARX
SEC-3150 RD

SIM
Supply / RFID
ANT

RD BK Reset
OR BU
Micro-SD

OR
Micro-USB

BU
BK
ETH1
ETH0

If the RFID reader is in the default settings, no further settings need to be made on it.

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4.8.3 Connecting a CHARX RFID/NFC RFID reader

Figure 4-14 Connecting a CHARX RFID/NFC

NOTE: Reduced wireless range

Metallic components in the direct vicinity of the RFID reader may affect the wireless
range. The housing must not be made of metal. The housing
must not shield the antenna of the RFID reader. The distance between the RFID read-
er and the housing must be as small as possible,
but not less than 2 mm.

• Install the RFID reader inside the housing with screws. Alternatively, the RFID reader
can be fastened on screw bosses.
• Use the connecting cable to connect the RFID reader to the charging controller. The
connecting cable must not exert any mechanical strain on the RFID reader.
The RFID reader is configured via the charging controller.

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4.9 Connecting digital outputs

You can operate the digital outputs in the operating modes “Low Side”, “High Side”, and
“Floating”.
– With “Low Side”, the output is connected to ground potential when activated.
– With “High Side”, the output is connected to a 12 V voltage when activated.
– With “Floating”, there is no through-connection to one of the reference potentials.
NOTE: Observe the maximum current carrying capacity of the digital outputs
The digital outputs are not protected against overload. Make sure that the maximum
output current is not exceeded. For the maximum current carrying capacity, refer to
“Technical data” on page 133.
NOTE: Observe the maximum voltage of the digital outputs
In “Low Side” operating mode, the supply voltage of the connected loads must not ex-
ceed the maximum output voltage of the digital outputs, which is 12 V.
• Make sure that the maximum output voltage of 12 V is not exceeded.
• When power is supplied from external sources, make sure that the ground potential
is connected to the ground potential of the charging controller.

Figure 4-15 Control of LEDs in “High Side” operating mode

Supply

GND
PWR
LNK
APP
BUS
PWR
CON
ERR
CHG
EV-T2SOC-P
R G CHARX
B SEC-3150
SIM

Output ANT

Reset
Micro-SD

R 
Micro-USB

ETH1

GND
ETH0

Figure 4-15 shows an example of control in “High Side” operating mode. The EV-T2SOC-P
protective cover with the LED area is connected to the outputs.

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Figure 4-16 Control of LEDs in “Low Side” operating mode

Supply
12V
12V
APP PWR ERR
BUS CON CHG

R G CHARX R 
B SEC-3150

Output ANT

Reset

Micro-SD
Micro-USB

ETH1
ETH0
Figure 4-16 shows an example of control in “Low Side” operating mode using a 3-color LED.
The outputs are configured in the web-based management (see “Charging Sta-
tions/Charging Point/Event Actions” on page 94).
Select from a predefined list to specify under which conditions and system states or on
which events an output should be activated.
– Examples of conditions and system states: Vehicle connected, charging the vehicle,
charging station in error state
– Examples of events: RFID invalid, temperature derating activated
In case of activation, the digital outputs can be configured to the following operating modes:
– Permanent 12 V (“High”)
– Permanent 0 V (“Low”)
– Flashing 12 V (“Flashing High”)
– Flashing 0 V (“Flashing Low”)
– Pulsating 0 V (“Pulsatile Low”)
– Floating (“Floating”)
For flashing output signals, it is possible to specify the operating time per pulse (PWM duty
cycle).
The activation time of an output can be limited using a timer.
You can link an output to multiple conditions, system states, or events and assign a different
operating mode to each of them. This enables different system states to be signaled via one
output.

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4.10 Connecting digital inputs

Figure 4-17 Wiring of the digital inputs

Supply

12V
PWR APP PWR ERR
LNK BUS CON CHG

IN1 IN2 CHARX

IN3 IN4 SEC-3150

SIM
Input ANT

Reset

Micro-SD
Micro-USB
IN2

ETH1
IN4
IN1
IN3

ETH0

You can connect the digital inputs to passive or active signal generators. The passive signal
generators (switches, buttons) use the 12 V supply of the charging controller. The active
signal generators have their own 12 V supply.
NOTE: Use the same GND potential.
If the digital inputs are controlled when signal generators are active, the ground poten-
tial of the signal generators must be connected to the ground potential of the charging
controller.
The digital inputs are configured in the web-based management (see “Charging Sta-
tions/Charging Point/Event Actions” on page 94).
For the “Rising edge” and “Falling edge” events, you can select an action from a predefined
list for the relevant input. Multiple actions can be assigned to one input signal.
You can use the digital inputs as analog threshold switches by assigning the “Digital
input 1 ... 4 above/below xxx mV” condition to the action.

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4.11 Connecting temperature sensors

Figure 4-18 Connecting a PTC sensor

Input
PWR APP PWR ERR
LNK BUS CON CHG

CHARX
SEC-3150

SIM
ANT

Reset

Micro-SD
Micro-USB

ETH1
Ƿ

ETH0
You connect the temperature sensors via the PTC terminal points on the “Input” connector.
You can use both PTC chains and Pt 1000 sensors. The configuration of this is performed
in the web-based management (see “Monitoring | Derating” on page 91).
For “PTC” operating mode, specify a resistance value at which the charging process will be
interrupted. Reactivation is performed with a hysteresis of 3%.
For “Pt 1000” operating mode, a temperature range is defined in which the charging current
is derated. The respective temperatures are assigned a current value that is still permissible
for derating at the relevant temperatures. When the start temperature is reached (1), the
charging controller commences derating. Linear interpolation of the permissible current
(A  B) occurs between the two limit temperatures. When the stop temperature is reached
(2), the current setting is set to 0 A. The method of operation is shown in Figure 4-19.

Figure 4-19 Derating curve for temperature measurement with Pt 1000 resistor
I [A]

1 2
ă [°C]

Figure 4-20

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NOTE: Check for latest firmware prior to startup
Operate the charging controller with the latest firmware version. The latest firmware
version is available for downloading at phoenixcontact.com/qr/1138965. Observe the
change notes regarding the firmware version. If necessary, update the firmware. For
information on running firmware updates, refer to “System Control/Software” on
page 126.

5.1 Notes on the configuration of the

CHARX SEC-1000
You can configure the CHARX SEC-1000 charging controller in two different ways:
• Connect the charging controller to a CHARX SEC-3xxx. Perform the configuration via
the web-based management. You can then disconnect the devices again and operate
the CHARX SEC-1000 separately.
Note for configuration with CHARX SEC-3xxx:
Two Event Actions must be created. See “Charging Stations/Charging Point/Event
Actions” on page 94.
Charging releases for stand-alone operation of a CHARX SEC-1000
The configured charging releases are processed via the application software on the
CHARX SEC-3xxx. For stand-alone operation of a CHARX SEC-1000 charging con-
troller, the charging release must be configured via Event Actions. An example of a
corresponding event can be the connection of the vehicle to the charging station or an
edge at one of the digital inputs.
• You can connect the charging controller to a PC via a USB to CAN bus converter and
an adapter cable. Configuration is performed via a software tool, which you can down-
load in the download area for the charging controller at phoenixcon-
tact.com/qr/1139034. Here, you will also find notes on operation of the software and on
configuration of the adapter cable.

5.2 Access to CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers

You can access the CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers in two different ways. This ac-
cess is required to make settings in the web-based management or to prepare the charging
controller for use in the network.
1. Access via the USB-C interface and the USB slot on the computer
2. Access via an Ethernet network made up of the charging controller, router, and com-
puter
3. Access via the Ethernet interface directly from the computer
No WBM or general Ethernet access via the ETH1 interface
The ETH1 interface is reserved for setting up client/server systems with additional
CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers. The ETH1 interface is not available for ac-
cess to the WBM or unrestricted operation in Ethernet networks.

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5.2.1 Access via the USB-C interface

This is the preferred way, since it avoids restrictions in Ethernet networks.
• You must always download an RNDIS driver for your computer. You will find the driver
at “catalog.update.microsoft.com”.
• Search for “USB\VID_0525&PID_A4A2” or “RNDIS Gadget”. Select a driver for your
operating system, for example, the driver from Acer for “Win7/8.1/later”.

Figure 5-1 Driver from Acer for “Win7/8.1/later”

• Download the driver. It is approximately 21 KB in size.

• Unpack the zip file to a directory, for example, c:\rndis-driver.
• Open the Device Manager on your computer by entering “Device Manager” in the
search bar.

Figure 5-2 Device Manager

• Connect the CHARX SEC-3xxx to the computer.

• If the charging controller is already connected, you need to disconnect it briefly.
⇒ A device appears when a charging controller is connected and disappears again when
it is disconnected. This is the interface for the charging controller. Depending on the op-
erating system, it will be called “USB Device” or something similar.
• In the Device Manager for the newly found device, select the menu “Update Driver” and
browse manually. Select the target directory below.
⇒ The driver is found in the target directory. The device is displayed under “Network, USB
Ethernet/RNDIS Gadget”.
• Find the device with the installed driver at the IP address 192.168.5.1. Access the WBM
by entering the address in the browser.
If access is not possible although the driver has been installed, it may be for one of the fol-
lowing reasons:
– The computer is attempting to establish the connection via an Ethernet or WLAN inter-
face. In this case, disable the interfaces for a brief time.
– The driver was not assigned to the correct interface. Check which interface appears or
disappears by plugging in and unplugging the module.

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5.2.2 Access via an Ethernet network with router

• Connect the charging controller to a router via the ETH0 interface.
• Connect your computer to the router as well.
⇒ By default, the ETH0 interface is set to dynamic address assignment by a DHCP server.
Once the address has been assigned by the router, the interface can be found in the
network.
⇒ Depending on the system, the charging controller can be accessed at http://ev3000.lo-
cal or http://ev3000.
If multiple charging controllers are integrated in a network via DHCP, successive consecu-
tive numbers are appended to the subsequent charging controller names (ev3000-2,
ev3000-3, etc.). The charging controllers can then be accessed accordingly via these
names.
Procedure in case of limited access rights
If you are operating in a network with limited access rights, the address assignment is
often blocked or your computer is not able to find the charging controller. In this case,
you must search the network for the IP address or select a different access method.
Local search for the charging controller
Avoid using a search engine to search for the charging controller. Establish a direct
connection.

Figure 5-3 Local search for the charging controller

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5.2.3 Access via the Ethernet interface directly from the PC

The initial connection to the charging controller can also be established without a router. In
this case, there is generally no DHCP server available to assign an IP address to the
charging controller.
– To be able to assign an IP address initially with your PC, you need a corresponding pro-
gram. Phoenix Contact recommends “Rockwell BOOTP/DHCP Server 2.3”.
– The program detects BootP and DHCP requests and can manually assign an IP ad-
dress to the charging controller based on the requests.

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5.3 WBM – Dashboard and Login

You can use the web-based management (WBM) to read static and dynamic frame data
and to make configuration settings.
Standby time until the WBM is started
To ensure rapid availability in operational mode after restarting the charging control-
ler, one of the last processes to be started is the WBM. This can result in a delay until
the full scope of functions of the WBM is available.
If necessary, press F5 to refresh the web page in the browser and update the status
of the WBM.
Following successful login, you can access further areas of the WBM.

Login
– Language selection
– Login
– User roles
– Change password

Dashboard
– Summary of the connected charging controllers

Charging Park
– Status indicators and configuration of the individual charging controllers
– Status indicators and configuration for operation on an OCPP backend
– Status indicators and displays for load management
– Display and management of the local whitelist

System Control
– General system status and version information
– Display and setting of the time
– Network settings and connection status
– Modem settings and connection status
– Download of log files for diagnostic purposes
– Module switch-over to client/server mode
– Software update

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5.3.1 Dashboard
When you access the WBM via the browser, the dashboard provides you with an overview
of all charging points that are connected and set up via this charging controller. This in-
cludes additional extension modules on the backplane bus. If the charging controllers are
operating in a client/server group, further clients together with their respective extension
modules will be shown.

Figure 5-4 Dashboard of the charging controller

The overview provides a summary of the connected charging controllers:

– Number of charging points available for new charging processes
– Number of occupied charging controllers without an active charging process
– Number of charging controllers currently engaged in a charging process
– Total power currently being charged at all connected charging controllers

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The following information is displayed for the individual charging controllers:

– Name and location of the charging controller (specified in the configuration)
– Current status
– Current power (for active charging processes)
– Amount of energy currently being charged
– Charging time
– Plug-in duration
Only configured charging points are visible in the dashboard
Only charging points that are configured are shown in the dashboard view.

5.3.2 Language selection

Figure 5-5 Language selection

You can switch between the following languages via the language selection option:
– German
– English

5.3.3 Login
When you access the WBM, you are logged into the charging controller in the “Guest” user
role and will not have any other rights. For other activities, you must log in with the appropri-
ate user role. To do this, click on the figure icon in the upper right-hand area of the screen.

Figure 5-6 Login to the WBM

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5.3.4 User roles

The WBM provides various user roles with corresponding login and different rights.

Table 5-1 User roles and rights management in the WBM

Role Login Default password Rights

Guest “---” “---” Read-only access only to the dashboard
User “user” “user” All read-only access rights, charging releases, editing of wh-
itelists, download of log files
Operator “operator” “operator” User rights, plus settings required for operation and local startup
(network, backend, load management), software updates
Manufacturer “manufacturer” “manufacturer” No restrictions

5.3.5 Change Password

NOTE: Change your password regularly
To prevent misuse and invalid device settings, change your passwords during startup
at the installation location, at the very latest. Assign a new password for your user role
by clicking the “Profile” button.

Figure 5-7 Changing the password via the WBM

NOTE: Log out when not using the WBM

To prevent misuse and invalid device settings under your user profile, log out by click-
ing the “Logout” button if temporarily not using the WBM.

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5.4 WBM – Charging Stations

5.4.1 Configuration of the charging stations

Pressing the “Charging Stations/Overview” button takes you to an overview of all charging
stations and charging points. A displayed charging station can have up to twelve charging
points.

Figure 5-8 Charging Stations/Overview

Figure 5-9 Charging station and charging point

A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

NC - + - +
RS485 OUTPUT INPUT
N PROG

EEM-EM357
3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

AK8Q600001
CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

B B B
1000
M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh

A-V A A-V A A-V A

L1 L2 L3

PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP PWR APP PWR ERP PWR ERP
LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG LNK BUS CON CHG CON CHG

CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX CHARX

SEC-3000 SEC-1000 SEC-3000 SEC-1000 SEC-3000 SEC-1000

Reset Reset Reset

Ethernet
Micro-SD

Micro-SD

Micro-SD

RS485 Ethernet
USB

USB

USB
ETH1

ETH1

ETH1
ETH0

ETH0

ETH0

C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5
C
6 7 8 9
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6
C 7 8 9
C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5
C
6 7 8 9

NC - + - + NC - + - + NC - + - + NC - + - + NC - + - + NC - + - +
RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT RS485 OUTPUT INPUT
N PROG N PROG N PROG N PROG N PROG N PROG

EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357 EEM-EM357

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz

3x230V(400)V...240(415)V 50/60Hz
AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001

AK8Q600001
CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

CI. B 0.25-5(80)A -25...+55°C

1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh M18 0051 XXX/MID imp/kWh

A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A A-V A

L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3

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Charging park (A) A charging park consists of all the charging controllers combined in a network. A charging
park has a server, clients connected via Ethernet, and extension modules attached to the
clients or the server.
For example: A CHARX SEC-3150 module as the server, with attached CHARX SEC-1000
extension modules, which are connected to additional CHARX SEC-3050 modules and at-
tached extension modules.

Charging station (B) A charging station is a grouping of precisely one server or client module. Additional exten-
sion modules can be attached to the server or client module.
For example: A CHARX SEC-3150 module with additional attached CHARX SEC-1000
modules.

Charging point (C) A charging point is precisely one charging interface with the associated I/O device.
For example: The charging interface of the CHARX SEC-3150 module or a
CHARX SEC-1000 module.

Charging stations Figure 5-10 shows a charging park view together with the respective status of the charging
stations and charging points. The charging park consists of a charging station with two
charging points. The charging points are a CHARX SEC-3100 and CHARX SEC-1000.

Figure 5-10 Importing a configuration

In the charging park view, you can import configurations to the charging points (1) or access
the charging point details (2).
You can run the individual charging points with different configurations. You can export the
configurations beforehand from a configured charging point. Exporting makes it easier to re-
produce charging point configurations.
• Click on the “IMPORT CONFIGURATION” button.

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Figure 5-11 Importing charging point configurations

A
B

Proceed in accordance with Figure 5-11 to import configurations:

• Select the saved configuration file (A)
• Select the charging point to which you want to transfer the configuration (B)
If you configure multiple charging points in a charging park with the same file, then you can
automatically add an incrementing extension “-1”, “-2”, etc. to the charging point names
stored in the configuration file (C).
If an existing configuration is not available, you can view the charging points on an individual
basis and edit them step by step. To do this, select the respective charging point (see
“Charging Stations/Charging Point/Configuration” on page 87).

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5.4.2 Charging Stations/Charging Point/Status

You access the “Charging Point Status” view by clicking on the “Status” button under the se-
lected charging point (see Figure 5-10).
The “Charging Point Status” view contains the “Status” page, which displays information (1)
and operating options (2) for the charging point.
The only user with full operational authorization for charging points is the “Manufacturer”.

Figure 5-12 Charging Point Status

The information is divided into the following groups:

– Current charging status
– Device information
– Base module
– Bus communication
– Energy measuring device
– Charging point details
– ISO 15118-specific status data
The information (1) is shown in Table 5-2.
Operation (2) is described in Table 5-3.

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Table 5-2 Charging Point Status (Information)

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Status
CHARX charging point X
Status The same display as on the dashboard. The current status of the charging point is shown
here.
– Available
– Occupied
– Charging
– Reserved
– Error (see “Error codes” on page 141)
Local Bus Status The status of the bus communication connection.
Charging Duration The total duration that the connected vehicle was in “Charging” status or status “C”. This
time is normally shorter than the plug-in duration.
Plug-in Duration The plug-in duration indicates the total time the charging point has been in the “Occu-
pied”, “Charging”, or “Error” state, and resets to “0” when the vehicle is disconnected.
Charging Current Limit (PWM) The charging current setting that the charging controller is currently communicating to the
connected vehicle.
The setting is always 0 A when a vehicle is not connected.
Measured Current L1 | L2 | L3 The currents currently measured at the charging point are displayed. If a measuring de-
vice is not connected, the currents are displayed as not available.
Charged Energy The charged energy during the current charging process is displayed. If no measuring de-
vice is connected, “Not Available” is displayed here. If no measuring device is configured,
this data is not visible.
Charging Power The current charging power is displayed. If no measuring device is connected, then it is
shown as not available. If no measuring device is configured, this data is not visible.
Device Info
Device Name Factory designation of the charging controller
Device UID The Device UID is unique throughout the charging park. It can be used to clearly identify
a charging controller. The UID that can be read here can also be used for communication
from a higher-level system (e.g., MQTT).
Base Module
Hardware version Hardware version of the charging station
Firmware version Firmware version of the charging station. This can be updated via the “System Con-
trol/Software” menu (“System Control/Software” on page 126).
Bus Communication
Backplane Bus Position The position in the backplane bus helps identify the current charging controller in ques-
tion. “1” is the server or client module, “2” to “12” are extension modules.
Head Module IP Address The IP address via which the server or client module of the charging point can be ac-
cessed.
Head Module MAC Address MAC address of the server or client module.

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Table 5-2 Charging Point Status (Information) [...]

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Status
Energy Measuring Device
The information on the energy measuring device is only displayed if an energy measuring device is connected. Otherwise,
“Not Available” is displayed in the relevant fields.
Current L1 Current current on phase L1 of the energy measuring device
Current L2 Current current on phase L2 of the energy measuring device
Current L3 Current current on phase L3 of the energy measuring device
Voltage U1 Current voltage U1 of the energy measuring device
Voltage U2 Current voltage U2 of the energy measuring device
Voltage U3 Current voltage U3 of the energy measuring device
Total Energy Total counter value of the energy measuring device
Power Factor Power factor of the energy measuring device
Frequency Mains frequency applied at the energy measuring device
Charging Point Details
Status Status of the charging point in accordance with IEC 61851-1
Current RFID If an RFID card has been read by the RFID reader configured in the charging point, the
RFID tag is displayed here.
External Temperature If a temperature evaluation is configured, then the read temperature is displayed here.
ISO 15118
If communication via ISO 15118 is configured in the charging point configuration, the ISO 15118 section is displayed below
the charging point details. If ISO 15118 is not configured, then no further information is displayed here.
Start Charging Time (UTC) The time that the vehicle gives as the desired time to start charging. This is the time at
which the charging process starts.
Scheduled Departure Time The time that the vehicle gives as the scheduled departure time.
(UTC)
Charging Progress (15118) The current charging progress is displayed.
– Start: The process is running.
– Stop: Charging is stopped.
– Renegotiate: The vehicle renegotiates with the charging point.
Session ID The session ID describes the process with a unique number.
EVCC ID The EVCC ID given by the vehicle.
Energy Transfer Mode The energy transfer mode requested by the vehicle can either be “AC_sin-
gle_phase_core” or “AC_three_phase_core” and determines how many phases are used
to charge the vehicle.
TCP Connection Status Status of the TCP connection: UNKNOWN, DISCONNECTED, CONNECTED
QCA Link Status Status of the QCA link: UNKNOWN, NOT_AVAILABLE, DOWN, UP

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Table 5-2 Charging Point Status (Information) [...]

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Status

Error SLAC_FAILED The SLAC process has failed. One reason may be
that the time constraints are not met or messages
are damaged.
PROTOCOL_HANDSHAKE_FAILED The EVSE and the EVCC were unable to agree on
the same ISO 15118 communication protocol ver-
sion. The current EVSE implementation only sup-
ports “urn:iso:15118:2:2013:MsgDef Version 2.0”.
SSL_HANDSHAKE_FAILED The SSL/TLS handshake for the TCP connection,
which is used for the actual high-level communica-
tion, failed for some reason. This may be because
there is no valid V2G root certificate installed on the
EVSE side or the EVCC does not accept the certif-
icate.
SEQUENCE_ERROR The EVCC sends a request that is not expected in
the current state. The EVCC interrupts the mes-
sage flow order specified by communication proto-
col ISO 15118.
SESSION_SETUP_TIMEOUT Once the SLAC procedure has been completed
and the data connection is established, the EVSE
and the EVCC must set up a charging session
within the eighteen seconds specified, otherwise
high-level communication will be aborted by the
EVSE.
SEQUENCE_TIMEOUT The EVCC does not send any request(s) within the
time constraints specified by the ISO 15118 proto-
col. High-level communication is aborted by the
EVSE.
UNKNOWN_SESSION The EVCC has sent a session ID to resume a pre-
viously paused charging session that is not known
on the EVSE side. High-level communication is
aborted by the EVSE.
TARIFF_SELECTION_INVALID A current output request received from the EVCC
contains an SA tuple ID that was not previously
sent by the EVSE in the “charge parameter discov-
ery response”.
High-level communication is aborted by the EVSE.
CHARGING_PROFILE_INVALID The charging profile sent by the EVCC violates a
power limitation that is specified in the “charge pa-
rameter discovery response”. High-level communi-
cation is aborted by the EVSE.

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Table 5-3 Charging Point Status (Operation)

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Status (Operation)
Disable or Enable Charging If the charging point is active, it can be disabled using this button. The charging point is
Point set to status F (in accordance with IEC 61851-1) and shown as being in “Error” state. An
active charging process is aborted.
The same button is used for activation.
Allow or Prohibit Charging When a vehicle is connected to the charging point, charging can be enabled by the oper-
ator of the web page.
Charging can be prohibited using the same button.
Enforce or Revert Unlocking If unlocking cannot be performed on the vehicle side, it can also be performed via the web
page. An active charging process is aborted.
The “Enforce Unlocking” state must be maintained until the connector has been removed
from the charging socket.
The enforced unlocking can then be reverted.
Only available for the user “Manufacturer”
Import Configuration A previously saved configuration can be loaded onto the charging controller via the “IM-
PORT CONFIGURATION” button. The current configuration on the selected charging
point will be overwritten and cannot be restored. The available charging controllers are
displayed in order of their backplane bus position.
Export Configuration The configuration is exported as a JSON file and is normally saved in the “Downloads”
folder.
Delete Configuration A configuration can only be deleted if the charging point is configured. Pressing the button
restores the charging point to its factory default configuration.
The deletion of the configuration cannot be undone. A configuration can be exported be-
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5.4.3 Charging Stations/Charging Point/Configuration

When a charging controller is in the factory default configuration, the charging point is not
configured. The charging controller is configured for the first time under “Create Configura-
tion”. The name of the menu changes to “Configuration” later in the process. You can copy
the configuration of a different charging point at the top of the page. This makes it easier to
create identical or almost identical charging points. Figure 5-13 shows the configuration
page view.

Figure 5-13 Configuration page for an unconfigured charging point

Settings for the charging point name and location are required. The name serves to uniquely
identify the charging point and configuration. The charging controller you assign to the
charging point is identified by a UID. If you change the settings, click the “Save Settings” but-
ton to save your changes.
The remaining structure of the configuration is divided into different areas. The available
areas are: Charging Connection, Energy, Monitoring, Release Charging, and ISO 15118.

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Table 5-4 Charging Point: Create Configuration

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Create Configuration
Charging Connection
The settings for “Charging Connection” cover the area between the charging controller and the vehicle.
Connection Type Type of connection from the charging point.
– Socket Outlet: A charging socket is mounted at the charging point. The connection
is established by a mobile charging cable.
– Connector: A permanently connected charging cable with charging connector is at-
tached to the charging point.
Standard Standard of the charging socket to be connected.
– IEC 62196
This setting is only available in conjunction with the “Socket Outlet” connection type.
Socket Outlet Type In this field, you select the charging socket type. This is abbreviated according to the ac-
tuator selection in the item designation.
– 4-pos. charging socket, Marquardt type actuator
– 4-pos. charging socket, Küster type actuator
– 3-pos. charging socket, Hella type actuator
This setting is only available in conjunction with the “Socket Outlet” connection type.
Locking Mode You select the moment when the actuator should lock the charging socket.
– On EV connected – disconnected: As soon as a vehicle is connected to the
charging socket, it is locked. Disconnection on the vehicle side is required first to un-
lock the charging socket.
– Remote control: Locking is not controlled automatically, instead it must be con-
trolled externally. This can be done via OCPP (corresponding configuration re-
quired), Modbus, or the REST API, for example.
This setting is only available in conjunction with the “Socket Outlet” connection type.
Plug Rejection Charging connectors with cables with low current carrying capacity will be rejected by the
charging controller. In this case, charging does not take place and the charging point
switches to the error state.
– Reject 13 A
– Reject 20 A & 13 A
This setting is only available in conjunction with the “Socket Outlet” connection type.
Status D Vehicle Rejection The charging controller rejects or accepts vehicles that require additional ventilation.
– Reject
– Accept

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Table 5-4 Charging Point: Create Configuration [...]

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Create Configuration
Energy
Charging current settings and settings for the energy measuring device are made in the “Energy” area. The settings are
not linked; charging current settings are also valid without an energy measuring device.
Energy | Charge Currents
Charge Current Minimum The configured minimum set current of the charging point in amps.
Charge Current Maximum The configured maximum set current of the charging point in amps. The set current is al-
ways within the limits of the minimum and maximum charging current.
Fallback Charging Current Fallback charging current in amps. This charging current setting is automatically set when
the fallback time has elapsed.
Fallback Time The fallback time in seconds. In the event that the connection to the relevant front module
is lost, the charging controller waits a certain amount of time before switching to the fall-
back charging current. During an active connection, the elapsing timer is repeatedly in-
creased to the fallback time and therefore the fallback charging current is not applied.
Energy | Energy measuring device settings
Energy Measuring Device You select the energy measuring device type here.
Type – Phoenix Contact EEM-350
 EEM-350-D-MCB, 2905849
– Phoenix Contact EEM-EM357/EEM-DM357
 EEM-EM357, 2908588
 EEM-DM357, 252817
 EEM-DM357-70, 1219095
– Phoenix Contact EEM-EM357-EE
 EEM-EM357-EE,1311985
– Phoenix Contact EEM-157-EE
 EEM-EM157-EE,1311993
– Phoenix Contact EEM-AM157-70
 EEM-AM157-EE,1219090
– Carlo Gavazzi EM24
– Carlo Gavazzi EM340
– Carlo Gavazzi EM111
– Inepro Metering PRO380
– Iskra WM3M4(C)
Connector Phase Rotation You define the phase rotation at the measuring device connection here. This configura-
tion is not required, but does improve load management behavior and makes it possible
to limit out-of-balance loads.
This setting can only be set in conjunction with a configured energy measuring device
type.
Calibration Law
Charging Point Abbreviation The specified abbreviation is shown on the display.
for Screen

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Charging Stations | Charging Point | Create Configuration

Selection of the charging Selection of the charging point:
point: – Via RFID reader:
An RFID card is assigned to a charging point automatically.
– Via screen:
The charging point to be activated must be selected manually on the CHARX display
when an RFID card is read.
The settings are only relevant if the calibration law function is used.

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Table 5-4 Charging Point: Create Configuration [...]

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Create Configuration

Monitoring | Protection
The safety equipment detects errors at the charging point and switches the charging point to the error state. Safety equip-
ment is configured in the “Monitoring” settings.
Connect the safety equipment in accordance with “Connecting and wiring the hardware” on page 51.
Contactor Monitoring Load contactor monitoring is used to detect a non-opening contactor. Specify one of the
digital inputs for this.
Auxiliary contact Select the type of the auxiliary contact for monitoring.
N/C contact: When the contactor is stuck, the contact is open and no voltage is applied.
N/O contact: When the contactor is stuck, the contact is closed and 12 V are applied.
DC Residual Current Monitor- You can enable or disable DC residual current monitoring via a check box. The residual
ing current sensor must be connected in accordance with “Operation without a DC residual
current sensor – with a type B residual current device” on page 59.
Monitoring | Charge Current Monitoring
Charging current monitoring is only possible if a measuring device is configured. The charging current can then be checked
for an impermissible overrange or out-of-balance load of the defined set current.
Over Current Detection Select the type of overcurrent monitoring.
– EV/ZE Ready: Derating is performed in defined stages as per the EV/ZE Ready stan-
dard.
– Overcurrent shutdown: Shutdown in the event of an overcurrent in a time period of
100 s (>110% of the set current) or 10 s (>120% of the set current)
If overcurrent monitoring has been triggered, charging is started again after one minute. If
residual current occurs again, an error status is set for the charging point.
Out-of-balance Suppression Out-of-balance suppression to a maximum of 20 A can be enabled and disabled via the
check box. Out-of-balance suppression is implemented for each charging point.
Monitoring | Derating
Derating is performed in the event that a measured temperature is exceeded. The derating function can be configured as
linear derating or as activation. The connection and method of operation is illustrated in “Connecting temperature sensors”
on page 69.
Sensor Type Select the sensor type for temperature monitoring and derating here.
– Pt 1000: A Pt 1000 sensor is connected to the charging controller. Then you can con-
figure the start temperature, stop temperature, start current, and stop current.
– PTC: A PTC chain is connected to the charging controller. Then you can configure a
terminating resistor.
Start Temperature (when Temperature in °C at which derating begins.
Pt 1000 is selected)
To ensure that derating is applied, the start temperature must be less than the end tem-
perature. The start current must be greater than the end current.
Stop Temperature (when Temperature in °C at which derating stops the charging process.
Pt 1000 is selected)

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Charging Stations | Charging Point | Create Configuration

Release Charging
The charging release determines when a vehicle is authorized to charge. Without a charging release, the vehicle stays in
status B.
Release Mode Via Dashboard: The release is only issued via the web page and must be issued manu-
ally. This is only possible on the dashboard and the status page of the charging controller.
By Local whitelist: The whitelist, which is checked when an RFID card or EVCC ID is
presented, is stored locally on the charging controller. The RFID cards or EVCC IDs must
be managed under “whitelist”.
Via Remote Control: The release is issued and withdrawn via an external system. For
example, the release is issued via the REST API or Event Actions.
Permanent Charging Release: The charging release is issued on a permanent basis
and is not withdrawn. The charging release cannot be withdrawn via the web page. If the
charging release is to be withdrawn, the charging point can be unlocked or locked.
By OCPP:
The release is issued and withdrawn via the connected OCPP backend. Additional re-
lease via the web page is not possible.
NOTE: OCPP backend connection is only possible with this setting.

NOTE: If you change the settings or switch from OCPP to the local whitelist, you must
restart the OCPP agent.
Via Modbus: The release is issued and withdrawn via the Modbus registers. Additional
release via the web page is not possible.
RFID Reader The RFID reader used at the charging point is specified via the RFID reader terminal point.
All the charging points available in the network are therefore listed here.
For example: “Chargepoint 2”. This means the RFID reader at “Chargepoint 2”.
Type of RFID Reader You can select the type of the RFID reader.
– ELATEC TWN4
– DUALI MDE 950-4 XCP
– Netronix UW-XEU1
– CHARX RFID/NFC
RFID Timeout Time after which a charging release via RFID is discarded if no vehicle is connected. The
time is specified in seconds.
OCPP ConnectorID The default value is “-1”.
You must specify an ID here; this ID must be unique in the charging park. You must specify
the ID starting from 1. The ID represents the ID in the OCPP backend.
NOTE: The ID is required at the OCPP backend for operation of the OCPP.

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ISO 15118
You must make special settings to activate ISO 15118 communication on the CHARX SEC-3050 and -3150 modules.
High Level Communication ISO 15118 communication is activated via the High Level Communication (HLC) setting.
– Required: Only vehicles with HLC can be charged at the charging point.
– Optional: Vehicles with HLC as well as vehicles without HLC can be charged.
– Disabled: There is no HLC, i.e., no communication in accordance with ISO 15118, at
the charging point.
EVSE ID The assigned EVSE ID for the charging point is entered here. The format is
“CountryCode”+“Operator ID”+“E”+“ChargingStation ID”, e.g., DE123E4567
Free EVSE Charge Service The vehicle can be informed via HLC that charging is free. This option is selected via the
check box.
Payment Options Payment can either be made by means of vehicle identification or conventional external
payment. If certificates cannot be loaded via the web page, customers can only select the
following option: Allow External Payment.
TLS Policy Certificates cannot be loaded via the web page at present. The TLS policy is for display
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5.4.4 Charging Stations/Charging Point/Event Actions

In the “Charging Stations | Charging Point | Event Actions” menu item, specific actions can
be assigned to events that occur. The combination of an event and action is referred to as
an Event Action. The current state of the inputs and outputs of the controller is shown in the
top area of the web page in Figure 5-14.

Figure 5-14 View of the Event Actions

The Event Actions can be triggered internally in the charging controller or also by changes
to the input signals. For example, an internal signal could be the rejection of an RFID or the
detection of a vehicle. An input signal could be the change of a voltage level at the input or
a rising/falling edge. The configured Event Actions are listed below the status of the inputs
and outputs. In Figure 5-13, there are three configured Event Actions for controlling the dig-
ital outputs.
Each Event Action is associated with an event, which represents the time of the request in
the system. Assign an action resulting from the event. You can also request a condition. This
is ANDed to the required event. Here, you can add further Event Actions or delete existing
Event Actions. The maximum number of configured Event Actions is 32.
Repeated processing of Event Actions
The Event Actions are processed in an endless loop in the specified sequence. This
can lead to actions from an Event Action being directly overwritten by a subsequent
action and thus not being effective.
Targeted resetting of actions necessary
Depending on the configuration, it may be necessary to cancel actions resulting from
Event Actions in a targeted manner when the condition no longer applies. If a condi-
tion is not met or a configured event does not occur, this does not automatically mean
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Creating a new Event Action or editing an existing one

Pressing the buttons to create or edit Event Actions opens the Editor. You can select events,
actions, and conditions from drop-down fields and make additional settings for them.
Figure 5-15 shows the configuration view.

Figure 5-15 Configuration view for Event Actions (Event)

Different options can be selected in each column. First, select an input or event that should
cause the Event Action in question.

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Input or event
The Event Action is only triggered in the case of an event and is ignored for the rest of
the time. An event represents a one-time request. If an event is no longer present, the
action is not reset.

Table 5-5 Input or events with description

Charging Park | Charging Stations | Charging Point Details | Event Actions

Input/Event
Never Triggered The event is never triggered, the Event Action is never used.
Always Triggered The condition is always queried. An action can be triggered at any time.
If a condition changes, this is immediately registered and the Action Timer starts running
from the moment of this change.
New Error An error is detected.
Error Resolved An error no longer occurs.
Digital Input X Rising The selected digital input has detected a rising edge.
Digital Input X Falling The selected digital input has detected a falling edge.
Plug Connected A charging connector has been plugged into the connected charging socket.
Plug Disconnected A charging connector has been removed from the connected charging socket.
EV Connected A vehicle has been connected to the charging point.
EV Disconnected A vehicle has been disconnected from the charging point.
RFID Charge Release A charging process has been enabled via an RFID card.
RFID Denied An RFID card has been rejected.
Temperature Derating Started Curtailment started by the charging controller due to excessively high temperature.
Temperature Derating Ended Curtailment has been lifted.
Contactor Failure Detected A contactor error has been detected.
Teach-in Successful An RFID card has been successfully read and stored in the system.
Teach-out Successful An RFID card has been successfully read and removed from the system.
Teach-in Failed An RFID card has not been read successfully.

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Condition
Another configuration option is available in the form of conditions that specify the function
of Event Actions. Some conditions require further additional settings, which appear below
the selection.

Figure 5-16 Configuration view for Event Actions (Condition)

Table 5-6 Condition with description

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Event Actions

Condition
Never True The condition is never met, the action cannot be triggered.
Always True The condition is always met, the action just depends on the event.
Digital Input Selection of The selected input corresponds to the High state.
High the input
Digital Input Selection of The selected input corresponds to the Low state.
Low the input
Connector plugged A charging connector is inserted into the charging socket.
Error An error is available in the charging controller.
Error Internal An internal error has occurred in the charging station.
Error External An external error has occurred on the vehicle.
PP XX A The resistance value of the plugged-in charging cable corresponds to the carrying capac-
ity of XX amps.
Status A The charging point is in status A.
Status B The charging point is in status B.
Status C The charging point is in status C.
Status D The charging point is in status D.

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Table 5-6 Condition with description [...]

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Event Actions
EV Connected A vehicle is connected.
EV not Connected There is no vehicle connected.
Available The charging point is in “Available” status.
Preparing The charging point is in “Preparing” status.
Charging The charging point is in “Charging” status.
Suspended EV The charging point is in “Suspended EV” status.
Suspended EVSE The charging point is in “Suspended EVSE” status.
Finishing The charging point is in “Finishing” status.
Reserved The charging point is in “Reserved” status.
Unavailable The charging point is in “Unavailable” status.
Contactor Failure Detected A contactor error has been detected.
Last RFID Invalid The last read RFID is not valid.
PP Under PP current in The resistance value of the charging cable is below a specific current value.
Value amps
PP Over Value PP current in The resistance value of the charging cable is above a specific current value.
amps
Analog Input X Analog input The voltage at the selected input X is above the entered value.
Over Value voltage
Analog Input X Analog input The voltage at the selected input X is below the entered value.
Under Value voltage
Charge Release The charging release is present.
No Charge Release The charging release is not present.
External Release The charging point is available.
No External Release The charging point is not available.
Temperature Derating The charging point is curtailed due to excessively high temperature.
No Temperature Derating The charging point is not curtailed.
Authorization Request ongo- Authorization of the RFID card is being requested.
ing
No Contactor Failure Detected The charging contactor is working properly, a contactor error has not been detected.
Current reduced for External The charging current is reduced by an external specification.
Reasons
Current not reduced for Exter- The charging current is not reduced by an external specification.
nal Reasons
CP PWM on The charging point communicates with the vehicle via the PWM signal. The PWM signal
is active.
CP PWM off The charging point does not communicate with the vehicle via the PWM signal. The PWM
signal is not active.
Backend offline No connection to the backend available

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Table 5-6 Condition with description [...]

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Event Actions
Backend offline, but charging No connection to the backend, but charging station available
point available
Backend online Connection to the backend available
Backend online and charging Connection to the backend and charging station available
point available

You can save the edited Event Actions below the settings or cancel editing.

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Output or action
You then select an action for the event. This action can be performed continuously or for a
specific time. Continuously means until the action is revoked by another Event Action. To
define the time you use an Action Timer, which requires a value to be entered in millisec-
onds. In this way you can, for example, switch on LEDs for a specific time after the trigger-
ing.
Some actions require further additional settings, which appear below the Action Timer if this
is the case.

Table 5-7 Output or actions with description

Charging Stations | Charging Point | Event Actions

Output or Action
No Action There is no action linked to the event.
Enable Enable Sta- The charging release is switched.
Charging tus
Bus controlled: The charging release is issued and withdrawn via Modbus.
Enable: The charging release is set.
Disable: The charging release is withdrawn.
Lock Connector The actuator moves to the locking position in the charging socket.
Unlock Connector The actuator moves to the unlocking position in the charging socket.
Digital Output X Low The digital output goes to 0 V.
Digital Output X High The digital output goes to 12 V.
Digital Output X Floating The digital output has no potential.
Digital Output X Flashing The digital output flashes and assumes 12 V for a specific period.
Flashing High PWM
The entry in Flashing PWM affects the setting of the percentage value for how long the
output is set to High in relation to the total period length.
Period length = 2 s.
Digital Output X Flashing The digital output flashes and assumes 0 V for a specific period.
Flashing Low PWM
The entry in Flashing PWM affects the setting of the percentage value for how long the
output is set to Low in relation to the total period length.
Period length = 2 s.
Digital Output X Pulsatile Low The output pulsates and assumes the voltage level of 0 V, increasing and decreasing in
time.
Digital Output X Buscontrolled The output can be controlled via internal or external software.
Reduce maxi- Reduction The set current at the charging point is reduced.
mum charging maximum
The set current should be reduced to this set value in amps.
current current
External Re- Enable Sta- The availability of the charging point is switched.
lease tus
Bus controlled: The availability is set via the Modbus registers.
Enable: The charging point is set to available.
Disable: The charging point is set to not available.
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Action Timer
If an action should cease immediately when a condition changes, set the Action Timer to a
very low value (e.g., 10 ms).
If an action should not cease automatically when a condition changes, set the Action Timer
to 0 ms.
The action remains until it is manually reset (e.g., by another Event Action). If the one-time
occurrence of a short event is to be followed by a longer action, set the Action Timer to the
duration of this action.
For example: The RFID card is rejected via OCPP. Then a flashing red LED appears for five
seconds.

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Examples of Event Action configuration

Event Actions for external specifications

Table 5-8 Event Action configuration – example 1

Input 1 2 3
Description Charging release via a digital Shutdown of the charging point Current reduction to 16 A by an
input as a button when a car is by an input input
connected.
Event Digital input 1 rising Always Triggered Always Triggered
Action Create Charging Release External Release Reduce maximum charging cur-
rent
Action Timer 0 ms 1000 ms 10 ms
Activation status: Enable Activation status: Bus controlled Reduce maximum Current: 16 A
Condition Status B Digital Input High: “Low” Digital Input High: “High”

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Event Action configuration for the LED charging socket

Connection to the first digital output: Red

Table 5-9 Event Action configuration – example 2

State Charging point Vehicle error Invalid RFID Reserved Vehicle rejected
error charging point
Description In the event of a In the event of a In the event of a re- If the charging If there is no
charging point er- vehicle error, the jected RFID, the point is reserved, charging release
ror, the red LED is red LED flashes. LED flashes for the LEDs light up for the charging
steady on. 3 seconds. yellow. point, the LEDs
flash yellow.
Event Always Triggered Always Triggered RFID Denied Always Triggered Always Triggered
Action Digital Output 1 Digital Output 1 Digital Output 1 Digital Output 1 Digital Output 1
High Flashing High Flashing High High Flashing High
Action Timer 10 ms 10 ms 3000 ms 10 ms 10 ms
Condition Error External Error External Always True Reserved Suspended EVSE

Connection to the second digital output: Green

Table 5-10 Event Action configuration – example 3

State Available Reserved charging point Vehicle rejected
Description If the charging point is available, If the charging point is reserved, If there is no charging release for
the green LED lights up. the LEDs light up yellow. the charging point, the LEDs
flash yellow.
Event Always Triggered Always Triggered Always Triggered
Action Digital Output 2 High Digital Output 2 High Digital Output 2 Flashing High
Action Timer 10 ms 10 ms 10 ms
Condition Available Reserved Suspended EVSE

Connection to the third digital output: Blue

Table 5-11 Event Action configuration – example 4

State Preparing Charge Vehicle paused

Description If charging is started, the blue When the vehicle is charging, the If the vehicle is fully charged or
LED is steady on. blue LED flashes. rejects charging, the blue LED
flashes slowly.
Event Always Triggered Always Triggered Always Triggered
Action Digital Output 3 High Digital Output 3 Flashing High; Digital Output 3 Flashing High;
Flashing PWM 50% Flashing PWM 80%
Action Timer 10 ms 10 ms 10 ms
Condition Preparing Charging Suspended EV

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5.5 WBM – OCPP

In the “WBM/OCPP” area, you can view the current status of the OCPP configuration, con-
figure the communication parameters for the backend, and make settings regarding opera-
tion.
The charging point must be configured as an OCPP charging point (“Release Charging” ,
“By OCPP:” under “Charging Stations | Charging Point | Create Configuration”).

OCPP Status Information

Figure 5-17 Status indicator for OCPP communication

On the Status page, you can see the current connection status for the OCPP management
system.
– Green indicates that a connection exists.
– Red indicates that no connection exists. If a connection exists, check the settings for
the modem or the Ethernet interface in the System Control.
It also shows the status of the charging points controlled via the backend. In addition, you
can keep track of the last 50 messages between the charging controller and the backend.
Menu does not show any OCPP charging points
If the menu does not show any or not all charging points, check the “Release
Charging” area in the charging point configuration. Check whether all charging points
controlled via OCPP have been configured for release via OCPP and a valid connec-
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The headers of the messages in the list contain the last messages that were exchanged with
the OCPP backend:
– Time stamp of transmission
– Message type (2 = CALL, 3 = CALL RESULT)
– Message ID (unique ID of the message, used by CALL and the associated CALL RE-
SULT)
– Action (OCPP instruction/message)
– Payload with the user data belonging to the action
Additional OCPP messages available in the log files
If necessary, you can refer back to previous messages in the log file, which can be
downloaded via System Control/Log Files.

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OCPP settings
In the “OCPP settings” area, you can enter the configuration parameters required to operate
the charging station on a server.
If the parameters are changed, the OCPP agent must be restarted, for example, via
the “RESTART OCPP SERVICE” button.

Make additional settings in the charging point configuration

See “Charging Stations/Charging Point/Configuration” on page 87.

Figure 5-18 Configuration of the OCPP connection

Table 5-12 Configuration parameters for the backend connection

OCPP | Configuration
OCPP settings
Protocol Version Selection of the OCPP protocol standard; only OCPP 1.6J can be selected at present.
Network Interface Selection field to specify whether connection to the backend should be via cellular
communication (ppp0) or Ethernet (LAN ETH0).
Backend URL URL/IP address to access the backend with unique charge box ID (provided by the oper-
ator). Example: ws://testserver.net:8080/chargeboxid
Restart service: RFID registra- If this button is enabled, the occupied charging points are registered under the service
tion in case of restart RFID at the backend after a restart.
Service RFID RFID with which vehicles can be registered when the charging station is restarted, if the
restart service is enabled.
Freemode If this button is enabled, charging processes are automatically authorized at the backend
on plug-in.
Freemode RFID RFID with which vehicles are authorized when Freemode is enabled.
Charging Station Model Manufacturer’s model designation for the charging station

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Table 5-12 Configuration parameters for the backend connection

OCPP | Configuration
Charging Station Manufac- Manufacturer of the charging station
turer
Charging Station Serial Num- Charging station serial number assigned by the manufacturer (optional)
ber
SAVE Button to save the modified configuration
RESTART OCPP SERVICE OCPP software restart, recommended after making changes to the configuration
OCPP | Servervariables
The “OCPP Servervariables” area provides you with an overview and some options for entering configuration keys for op-
erating the charging station at the backend. A distinction is made here between variables that are defined in the OCPP
communication protocol and variables that are specific to the CHARX control charging controller.
Variables that have the status “ReadOnly = False” can be modified from the backend via a ChangeConfiguration as well
as via the web-based management.
Variables with the status “ReadOnly = True” are displayed, but cannot be modified.
Information on OCPP standard configuration keys
Detailed information on the standardized OCPP configuration keys is available from the Open Charge Alliance
(www.openchargealliance.org).

Table 5-13 Configuration parameters for the backend connection 2

CHARX Variables | Servervariables

EVDiscardTimeOut Time interval [s] after which a read UID is discarded if no vehicle is connected.
ForceUpdate Software update is installed even if charging processes are still active.
GlobalMaxCurrent Maximum total current [A] of all charging points in the system.
LogLevel – DEBUG (high level of log detail)
– INFO (low level of log detail)
MaxCurrent Maximum charging current [A] at the individual charging points.
ModemRestartTimeout Time interval [s] after which the modem is restarted in the event of unsuccessful con-
nection.
NewBackendURL Text string for transferring the backend connection to a new URL.
PreUnavailabilityForUpdate Time interval [s] in which the charging station is set to status F before an update is per-
formed.
RFIDByteOrder Switch-over of the byte order of the RFID card (Little Endian/Big Endian).
RFIDCharacterOrder Switch-over of the UID character order to 16-bit data words.
WebSocketPingTimeout Time interval after which the web socket connection is re-established in the absence of
a response.
AllowTimeSyncDuringSession System time is synchronized, even during an active charging process.
AvailabilityOnlyWhenTimeSyn- Charging station is only available when the system time is synchronized.
chronized
CalibrationLawAdminList UIDs for administrator access on the CHARX display.
MessageAtKeyTransfer Configurable value within the DataTransfer message for transmitting the public key.
MeterValuesSignatureContexts Not used in the current software.
PresentingRFIDEndCharging Charging process is ended and lock is opened when the same RFID card is read again.

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Table 5-13 Configuration parameters for the backend connection 2

CHARX Variables | Servervariables

SignedDataFormat Format of the data sent with the StopTransaction
0 = OCMF format
1 = Transparency software format (xml)
2 = Measuring device-specific format
StopTransactionSignatureCon- Not used in the current software.
texts
StopTransactionSignatureFor- Not used in the current software.
mat
VendorAtKeyTransfer Configurable value within the DataTransfer message for transmitting the public key.

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5.6 WBM – Whitelist

Figure 5-19 Local Whitelist

Each charging park has an optional whitelist to which you can add charging authorizations.
The whitelist for the CHARX SEC-3xxx modules is not limited to a set number of users. Dif-
ferent actions can be performed.
In charging parks that support charging controllers with ISO 15118 communication, you can
add both the RFID UIDs and the EVCC ID of the vehicle to the whitelist. This enables the
automatic detection and release of the charging process if a vehicle supports communica-
tion in accordance with ISO 15118.
You can export the local whitelist. On export, you save the user list in the download area in
the form of a csv file.
You can also import the whitelist. There are two options for this. You can add the imported
user releases to the whitelist. Use the “Add From Import” field for this. You can also over-
write the whitelist with a file. Use the “Replace with Import” field for this.
In addition, you can add new user releases individually via the “+ NEW ENTRY” button.

Table 5-14 Entering new charging releases

Whitelist
+New Entry
Type Selection field of whether the entry is an RFID card or EVCC ID.
RFID Tag / EVCC-ID You must specify whether the entry is an RFID tag or an EVCC ID. The last read RFID tag
is displayed right at the bottom of the menu window. You can paste this into the input field.
An RFID tag is normally displayed in hexadecimal notation.
Name A name is optional.

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Table 5-14 Entering new charging releases

Whitelist
Allow Charging This check box lets you specify whether the user is authorized to charge. You can change
this check box to prevent a user from charging.
Expiry Date/Expiry Time You must specify an expiry date and expiry time. As of this date/time, the user will no lon-
ger be able to charge with their card. For permanent use, you can select an expiry date in
the distant future.
Recently scanned Displays the last read RFID card and is used for entering the data in the system.
RFIDs/EVCC IDs

The whitelist is displayed below the buttons. You can delete or edit an entry on the right of
the screen.

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5.7 WBM – Load Management

Figure 5-20 Load Management

The web page for load management in the charging park is divided into three parts. The cur-
rent status of load management is shown at the top of the page. Below it, you can define
configurations and add charging points to the load management.

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Load Management

Table 5-15 Load Management

Load Management
Charging Management Status
Load Management Active A color indicator signals whether the load management agent in the charging controller is
running.
Green: The load management agent is running.
Red: The load management agent is not running.
Limiting Shows whether the charging current is being limited. In this case, the load circuit fuse
value is below the current required by the electric vehicles.
Monitored Charging Points Shows how many charging points are being monitored by the load management.
Current Shows the total charging currents at all monitored charging points.
Planned Current Shows the planned total currents at all monitored charging points. The planned currents
reflect the settings for the vehicles.
The actual current is usually slightly below this set current. There is no need for action
here because the cars determine the current with a safety margin from the set value.
Charging Management Configuration
Charging Park Name The name of the charging park can be specified.
Load Circuit Fuse The fuse value of the load circuit in amps. The fuse value applies to all connected
charging points.
See Figure 2-10 “Load management with multiple charging stations and charging points”
(fuse B).
This value determines the maximum amount of current that may be obtained by all con-
nected charging points.
Threshold to Defines the maximum possible deviation of the charging current of a connected car from
Current Reduction the load management current specification in amps; if this threshold is exceeded, the cur-
rent specification is reduced.
Example:
Current specification by load management: 16 A
Actual charging current: 13 A

Threshold to current reduction: 4 A

Current specification is not reduced.

Threshold to current reduction: 2 A

Current specification is reduced by load management.

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Table 5-15 Load Management [...]

Load Management
High-Level Measuring Device If other loads are connected to the same fuse as the charging park, a higher-level mea-
suring device can record the total current. This ensures that the load circuit fuse value is
respected, even if the charging points are significantly below this current value.
The measuring device is configured via the connection type.
– Disabled: No higher-level measuring device connected.
– TCP/IP connection: The higher-level measuring device is connected via a network
connection.
– RS-485 connection: The higher-level measuring device is connected to the
charging interface of a charging controller via the RS-485 connection. Only energy
measuring devices of the same type can be connected to an RS-485 interface. The
Modbus address of the higher-level measuring device must be set to “Default setting
+1”.
Configured The charging point to which the measuring device is connected is selected here.
RS-485 Controller
Only available when “RS-485 connection” is selected.
Higher-Level The fuse value of the feed-in in amps. The fuse value applies to all charging points and
Fuse Value loads connected to the feed-in. This fuse is monitored by the higher-level measuring de-
vice.
See Figure 2-10 “Load management with multiple charging stations and charging points”
(fuse A).
This value determines the maximum amount of current that may be obtained by all con-
nected charging points and additional loads.
IP Address The IP address of the measuring device is entered here.
Only available when “TCP/IP connection” is selected.
Energy Measuring Device Here, you can select the energy measuring device type for the measuring device config-
Type ured via the IP address.
– Phoenix Contact EEM377
 EEM-EM377, 2908590
– Phoenix Contact MA370
 EEM-MA370-R, 2907980
 EEM-MA370-24DC, 1127059
 EEM-MA370, 2907983
Load Strategy Here, you select the potential charging strategy.
Equal distribution: All charging points receive the same settings. The charging points
are not prioritized.
Charging Management Charging Points
Here, you can add charging points to the load management. Selected charging points are
assigned to the load circuit.

In addition to the chosen charging strategy, other optimizations are made that have no pri-
ority on a specific charging point.
– If a setting exceeds the desired charging current of a vehicle, the remaining charging
current will be distributed to the other charging points. This redistribution is checked at
regular intervals and repeated.

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– The redistribution is performed with no phase delay. In the event of an uneven distribu-
tion, current that is left on a phase will be taken into consideration in the calculation and
assigned elsewhere in the redistribution. This ensures that the maximum current is dis-
tributed to one-, two-, and three-phase vehicles.
– Reducing the charging current settings may not be enough to charge below the load cir-
cuit fuse value. This can happen due to the parking lot being busy, for example. In this
case, load management disconnects individual vehicles. The vehicles with the longest
charging duration are disconnected first. These can be connected again during a sub-
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5.8 WBM – Network

5.8.1 Network/Ethernet
The settings for the ETH0 Ethernet interface are made via the “Network” area. The corre-
sponding status data is displayed. Login as “Operator” or “Manufacturer” is required for this.
No configuration option for the ETH1 interface
The ETH1 interface is intended to connect additional charging controllers in a daisy
chain network or star network. Configuration is performed automatically by connect-
ing charging controllers together and setting the operating mode to “Client”. Further
configuration settings are not necessary or intended.

Figure 5-21 Network settings of the ETH0 interface

Table 5-16 Network settings of the ETH0 interface

Network
Network Settings
IPv4 Address Display field for the current IPv4 network address of the charging controller (specified by
DHCP or set manually).
Broadcast Address Display field for the broadcast address that can be used to reach all devices in the network
(specified by DHCP server).
IPv6 Address Display field for the current IPv6 network address of the charging controller (specified by
DHCP).
Received (Rx) Data volume received since the charging controller was started.
Transmitted (Tx) Data volume transmitted since the charging controller was started.
MAC Address Factory-set MAC address of the charging controller.
Automatic Assignment Button to enable automatic IP address assignment by the external DHCP server.
(DHCP)
No Gateway Field is visible once DHCP has been selected. When the selection field is enabled, no gate-
way is entered. Software applications on the charging controller cannot access the Internet
via ETH0 in this case. When the selection field is not enabled, the gateway specified by the
DHCP server is used.

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Table 5-16 Network settings of the ETH0 interface [...]

Network
IP Address Input field for specifying the IPv4 address of the charging controller when DHCP address as-
signment is disabled.
Subnet Mask Input field for the subnet mask of the charging controller. This subnet mask is used if there is
no active DHCP service. (Default: 255.255.255.0)
Gateway Input field for the IP address of the default gateway. This IP address is used if there is no ac-
tive DHCP service.
SAVE NETWORK Button to transfer the network settings.

IP address and gateway must not be in the range 192.168.4.X and 192.168.5.X. These are
reserved for the USB-C connection and the internal server-client connection.

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5.8.2 Network/Port Sharing

In the “Network/Port Sharing” area, you can block individual incoming ports and in this way
prevent external network access.

Figure 5-22 Port Sharing

NOTE: Close ports that are not required

To protect the charging controller against unauthorized access, close ports that are
not required.
Ports that may be used by the charging controller software are specified in the web-based
management.

Table 5-17 Port Sharing

System Control | Port Sharing

Incoming TCP/UDP Ports
22 SSH Access
80 HTTP Access
81 Custom Website
502 MODBUS Server (for Modbus/TCP requests)
1603 Frame data for load management
1883 MQTT
2106 OCPP Remote
5000 Web Server
5353 mDNS (multicast DNS)
5555 Jupicore
9502 MODBUS Client Configuration

NOTE: Web page requires Jupicore access via port 5555

Port 5555 must be open in order to use the full scope of functions of the web-based
management. If you use the WBM only occasionally, you can open this port temporar-
ily via the WBM as required.
You can add further ports that are required for software implemented by the customer via
the WBM, this is done via the “New Port” input field and “ADD PORT” button. This function
can be used for incoming as well as outgoing ports.

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5.8.3 Network/Modem
In the “Network/Modem” area, you can configure the cellular interface and acquire current
status data. Login as “Operator” or “Manufacturer” is required for this.

Figure 5-23 Modem status and configuration data

Table 5-18 Network/Modem

Network | Modem
Modem Status
Providers Operator of the grid to which the charging controller is currently connected.
APN Access point name of the currently active access point to the data network.
Registration Status Not registered/Not searching, Registered, Searching, Registration denied, Unknown.
Roaming Status Shows whether the charging controller is logged into the home network or another network
(HOME/ROAMING).
Signal Quality Current signal quality of the cellular connection
(Unknown, Marginal or less, Marginal, OK, Good, Excellent).
Signal (RSSI) Displays the RSSI value, the reception strength (power level) of the cellular signal in dBm
(Received Signal Strength Indicator).
Signal (CQI) Displays the CQI value, the channel quality of the cellular connection
(Channel Quality Indicator).
Radio Technology Currently active wireless technology (LTE, GSM).
IMSI Unique ID of the cellular communication subscriber
(International Mobile Subscriber Identity).
ICCID Unique ID of the SIM card used.
MSISDN MSISDN is the unique calling number of the SIM card used
(Mobile Subscriber Integrated Services Digital Network).

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Table 5-18 Network/Modem [...]

Network | Modem
SIM Status Status of the SIM card used: READY, SIM PIN, SIM PUK, SIM not inserted, SIM PIN re-
quired, SIM PUK required, SIM failure, SIM busy, SIM wrong, Incorrect password, No net-
work service.
Modem Configuration
Service active Button to activate the integrated modem.
SIM Pin Input field for the SIM card used, provided by the cellular provider.
APN Input field for the APN (access point), provided by the cellular provider.
Use credentials Input field when you require a user name and password for access to the APN, specified by
the cellular provider.
User name User name for access to the APN, provided by the cellular provider.
Password Password for access to the APN, provided by the cellular provider.
Default Route If this selection field is enabled, the cellular connection is used as the default route for data
traffic. In this case, an explicit route via ETH0 or ppp0 (cellular communication) is not speci-
fied in the user program.
Prefer Modem over ETH0 If another interface is selected as the default route, the cellular interface will be selected pref-
erentially via the selection field (smaller metric).
SAVE Button to transfer the configuration data to the charging controller.
Restart Modem Restarts the modem.
Test Modes Sends a ping to the entered network address.
Cellular Network Connection
Connection Status Status of the connection to the target system (Disconnected, Connecting, Connected).
IP Address IP address of the charging controller in the cellular network.
Primary DNS Server IP address of the primary DNS server in the cellular network.
Secondary DNS Server IP address of the secondary DNS server in the cellular network.
RX Bytes Amount of data sent since the last boot process (bytes).
TX Bytes Amount of data received since the last boot process (bytes).
Device Information
IMEI International Mobile Equipment Identity, the unique ID of the integrated cellular modem.
Manufacturer Manufacturer of the integrated cellular modem.
Model Model of the integrated cellular modem.
Revision Current revision of the integrated cellular modem.

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5.9 WBM – System Control

5.9.1 System Control/Status

Information regarding the embedded Linux system and the software services (applications)
that run on it is provided via the System Control/Status area.

Figure 5-24 System Control in the WBM

You can see the currently installed version and the status via the application overview. If
necessary, you can restart individual programs via the overview. You can restart the entire
system via the “REBOOT CONTROLLER” button. Please note that a system restart will ter-
minate active charging processes. It will then be necessary to log into the system again.

Table 5-19 Software services on the CHARX SEC-3xxx

System Control | Status
Application
System Monitor Provides current system data such as network status or memory capacity and modem data.
Controller Agent Standardizes the interface between local charging controllers connected via backplane bus
and the clients connected via Ethernet as well as the extension modules connected to them.
OCPP 1.6J OCPP 1.6J backend communication.
Modbus Client Connection of the Modbus/TCP meters connected via Ethernet.
Modbus Server Provision of the Modbus/TCP interface for reading charging data and controlling charging pro-
cesses.
JupiCore Collection of data from all connected charging points and its forwarding to the MQTT broker,
internal services, and external services via REST API.
Load Management Local load and charging management.
Webserver Web-based management of the charging controller.
Calibration Law Agent Ensures that the charging station is operated in compliance with calibration laws.
(only visible when calibration law
is active)

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5.9.2 System Control/Time

You can view and set the current system time and date via the “System Control/Time” area.

Figure 5-25 Setting the time in the WBM

It is possible to apply the time set on the PC from the web browser.
UTC time used internally in the system
The charging controller operates internally with the UTC time and uses this for time
stamps in the log files and in OCPP communication.
Conversion of OCPP time stamps to the system time
Time stamps from an OCPP backend are converted to the charging controller system
time. In order to do this, the UTC time must be sent.

5.9.3 Import/Export
In the “Import/Export” area, you can export or import the current settings for the following
sub-registers:
– Charging Park
– whitelist
– Load Management
– OCPP
– System Configuration (Ethernet, Port Sharing, Modem)

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5.9.4 System Control/Calibration Law

In the “System Control/Calibration Law” area, you can make settings for the calibration law.
You will also see an overview of the settings relevant to calibration law for the individual
charging points and OCPP.

Settings that are not compliant with calibration laws are displayed in red. Warnings are dis-
played in yellow.
You can activate calibration law using the “Activate Calibration Law” button. The controller
is then restarted and an additional software service is started.
Further calibration law information
You can find more information on calibration law on the “Application example” tab in
the download area at: https://www.phoenixcontact.com/en-us/products/ac-charging-
controller-charx-sec-3150-1138965.

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5.9.5 System Control/Developer Mode

In the “System Control/Developer Mode” area, you have access to advanced system func-
tions.

NOTE:
Incorrect settings can result in impairment or failure of the system.

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5.9.6 System Control/Log Files

In the “System Control/Log Files” area, you can download the current log data for the system
and the application software by pressing the “DOWNLOAD LOGS” button.
The log data for the relevant software services is saved in various files. When the log files
are downloaded, they are compressed into one file. The log files can be extracted on the
target computer.

Figure 5-26 Downloading log files in the WBM

Phoenix Contact Support

If problems occur when operating the charging controller, you can contact
Phoenix Contact Support ([email protected]).
Have the following information ready:
– Log files
– Error description
– Details of the charging controllers used
Accessing the log files via OCPP
The log files can also be accessed by the charging controller via the OCPP command
“GetDiagnostics”.

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5.9.7 System Control/Module Switch

In the “System Control/Module Switch” area, you can prepare charging controllers for oper-
ation as a client in client/server mode (see “CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers in the
Ethernet network” on page 20).
By preparing for this switch-over, the automated processes involved when combining
charging controllers to create a client/server group can be performed faster.
Some software services are shut down when the button is activated. The system will be re-
started. This process can take a few minutes.
Reduced scope of functions in the WBM after module switch-over
Switching to client operating mode deactivates some important functions of the
charging controller, which are taken over by the server. This means that only a re-
duced scope of functions is available in the WBM after switch-over.
WBM only accessible via USB after module switch-over
Following configuration, the WBM can only be accessed via the USB interface under
IP address 192.168.5.1.

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5.9.8 System Control/Software

You can update individual application programs, the charging controller firmware, or the en-
tire system via the “System Control/Software” area.

Figure 5-27 Software update via the WBM

Pressing the “INSTALL UPDATE” button opens a file selection dialog where you can select
the corresponding software package.
Following successful update, the charging controller must be restarted manually.
If there are additional charging controllers in the network, the updates will be automatically
transferred to the relevant connected charging controllers.
Waiting time until software is transferred to connected charging controllers in
the network
After the software update on the server and its restart, the server checks the software
version on the connected clients and updates the clients in an additional step. The
software update is installed on the clients after a restart.

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6 Maintenance, repair, and disposal

6.1 Maintenance of the charging controller

The device is maintenance free.

6.2 Software update

You can update individual software programs or perform a complete software update on the
charging controller. You will find the available updates as well as the associated release
notes at phoenixcontact.com/qr/1139012 under the respective item number of your
charging controller.
You can perform the update locally via the web-based management or via the backend
using the OCPP connection. In this case, please contact your backend provider. Updates
from the OCPP backend can be performed via the Ethernet connection and via the cellular
interface.
Increased data volume for a full update via cellular communication
Performing a software update via cellular communication can be more expensive due
to the volume of data involved. Before performing a software update, check whether
a full system update is required. It may be sufficient to just update individual applica-
tions. Contact Phoenix Contact Support if necessary.

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6.3 Removing the hardware

6.3.1 Safety notes

DANGER: Risk of fatal electric shock
It is necessary to connect to hazardous contact mains voltage to operate the charging
controller.
• Protection against electric shock must be ensured.
• Only mount or remove the device when it is disconnected from the voltage.
• Make sure that the supply voltage cannot be switched on again by unauthorized
persons.
NOTE: Electrostatic discharge
Electrostatic discharge can damage or destroy components. When handling the de-
vice, observe the necessary safety precautions against electrostatic discharge (ESD)
in accordance with EN/IEC 61340-5-1.

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6.3.2 Removal

Tool used:
We recommend the following bladed screwdriver: SZS 0,4X2,5 VDE, 1205037.

Removing the cables

• To remove the conductors, press the push button using a screwdriver.
• Pull out the conductor.

Releasing the connectors

Figure 6-1 Releasing the connectors

• Insert a screwdriver through the opening of the lock and release system.
• Hook the tip of the screwdriver into the base latch.
• Pull the screwdriver forward to release the lock and release system.
⇒ The connectors are lifted and the contact is released. However, the connectors do not
fall out. The housing cover remains in its position.

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Removing the microSD card

The charging controller has an SD card holder with push/push technology.
• Gently press on the SD card with a small screwdriver.
⇒ The SD card will be ejected enough for you to grasp it with your fingers and remove it.

Removing the SIM card

Figure 6-2 Removing the SIM card

A B

• Insert a small screwdriver a few mm into the gap next to the SIM card.
• Carefully lever the SIM card out of the holder until you can grasp it with your fingers.

Removing the antenna

• Loosen the union nut on the antenna connector and unscrew it completely.
• Pull the antenna connector out of the antenna socket.

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Removing the charging controller

Figure 6-3 Removing the charging controller

• Make sure that the module is free of current.

• Release the connectors using the lock and release system (see “Releasing the connec-
tors” on page 129).
• Lever the module off the DIN rail.

6.4 Disposal
• Do not dispose of the device with household waste, it should instead be disposed of in
accordance with the currently applicable national regulations.
• Dispose of packaging materials that are no longer needed (cardboard packaging, pa-
per, bubble wrap sheets, etc.) with household waste in accordance with the currently
applicable national regulations.

6.5 Device replacement

It is possible to remove individual charging controllers from a group or to replace them with
other devices.
DANGER: Risk of fatal electric shock
It is necessary to connect to hazardous contact mains voltage to operate the charging
controller.
• Protection against electric shock must be ensured.
• Only mount or remove the device when it is disconnected from the voltage.
• Make sure that the supply voltage cannot be switched on again by unauthorized
persons.

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Devices that are already identified by their UID in the charging controller group and are con-
figured can be plugged back in. These devices will be automatically added to the group
again.
Devices with a new UID are recognized automatically. However, you must configure these
devices via the web-based management. You can do this manually or by transferring a com-
plete configuration to the device via the web-based management.

6.6 Device defects and repairs

Repairs may only be carried out by Phoenix Contact.
• Send defective devices back to Phoenix Contact for repair or to receive a replacement
device.
• We strongly recommend using the original packaging to return the product.
• Include a note in the packaging indicating that the contents are returned goods.
If the original packaging is no longer available, observe the following points:
• Observe the humidity specifications and the temperature range specified for transport
(see “Technical data” on page 133).
• If necessary, use dehumidifying agents.
• Use suitable ESD packaging to protect components that are sensitive to electrostatic
discharge.
• Secure any loose parts.
• Make sure that the packaging you select is large enough and sufficiently thick.
• Only use plastic bubble wrap sheets as wadding.
• Attach warnings to the transport packaging so that they are clearly visible.
• Please ensure that the delivery note is placed inside the package if the package is to be
shipped domestically. However, if the package is being shipped internationally, the de-
livery note must be placed inside a delivery note pocket and attached to the outside so
that it is clearly visible.

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A Technical data

A1 CHARX SEC-1000

Version CHARX SEC-1000

Standard IEC 61851-1
Charging standard IEC 61851-1
Charging mode Mode 3, Case B + C
Compliance CE compliant

Dimensions CHARX SEC-1000

Height 121 mm
Width 18.8 mm
Depth 85 mm

Ambient conditions CHARX SEC-1000

Ambient temperature (operation) -25°C ... 65°C
Ambient temperature (storage/transport) -40°C ... 80°C
Humidity (operation) 5% ... 95% (non-condensing)
Humidity (storage/transport) 5% ... 95% (non-condensing)
Air pressure (operation) 70 kPa ... 106 kPa (up to 3000 m above mean sea level)
Air pressure (storage/transport) 58 kPa ... 106 kPa (up to 4500 m above mean sea level)
Degree of protection IP20
Pollution degree 2 in accordance with IEC 60664-1
Overvoltage category III
Shock (operation) Shock in accordance with EN 60068-2-27/IEC 60068-2-27
Test specification 15 g, 11 ms period, half-sine shock pulse
Vibration (operation) Vibration resistance in accordance with EN 60068-2-
6/IEC 60068-2-6
Test specification 5 g, 10 ... 150 Hz, 2.5 h, in XYZ direction

Device supply CHARX SEC-1000

Supply voltage 12 V DC
Supply voltage range 11.4 V DC ... 12.6 V DC
Maximum current consumption 2 A (stand-alone operation)
No-load current <50 mA (without external loads)

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Data interfaces CHARX SEC-1000

Energy measuring device
Bus system RS-485
Transmission speed 9.6 kbps ... 115.2 kbps (depending on the selected energy
measuring device, preset on the basis of the default values
of the energy measuring device)
RFID reader
Bus system RS-485
Transmission speed 9.6 kbps ... 115.2 kbps (depending on the selected RFID
reader, preset on the basis of the default values of the RFID
reader)
CHARX control modular backplane bus
Number 1
Connection method DIN rail connector

CHARX SEC-1000 function interfaces CHARX SEC-1000

Vehicle interface
Communication protocol IEC 61851-1
Proximity IEC 61851-1
Charging cases Mode 3, Case B + C
Control voltage ±12 V (locking actuator)
Rated current 2A
Locking release in the event of mains failure Integrated release function of the locking actuator for the
disconnection of charging connector and charging socket
Residual current detection
Sensor supply voltage 12 V DC
Error state signal level 12 V (different terminal points)
0 V (different terminal points)
Test and reset signal level 12 V
Temperature monitoring
Sensor type Pt 1000 or PTC chain
Tripping characteristics Configurable
Contactor control
Interface description Floating switch contact
Switching voltage 250 V AC, maximum; 30 V DC, maximum
Rated current 2A
Interrupting rating 1500 VA, maximum

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Digital inputs CHARX SEC-1000

Number of inputs 4
Nominal input voltage UN 12 V
Input voltage range 0 V ... 3 V (off)
9 V ... 15 V (on)
Function Configurable

Digital outputs CHARX SEC-1000

Number of outputs 4
Operating mode High side (output switched to internal 12 V voltage)
Low side (output switched to GND potential)
Output voltage 12 V (high-side operation)
≤12 V (low-side operation)
Output current 600 mA, maximum
Function Configurable

Connection data Connection 1 to 6 Connection 7 and 8 (for

contactor control)
Connection technology Plug-in, Push-in technology Plug-in, Push-in technology
(HSCP-SP 1,5...) (HSCP-SP 2,5...)
Conductor cross-section, rigid 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
Conductor cross-section, flexible 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.2 mm² ... 2.5 mm²
Conductor cross-section with ferrules without insulating col- 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
lar
Conductor cross-section with ferrules with insulating collar 0.25 mm² ... 1.0 mm² 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
Conductor cross-section, AWG AWG 24 ... 16 AWG 24 ... 16
Stripping length 8 mm ... 10 mm 10 mm
Ferrule length depending on the conductor cross-section for 0.25 mm² ... 0.34 mm²: 10 mm
ferrules with insulating collar 8 mm ... 10 mm
0.5 mm² to 1.0 mm²: 10 mm
Ferrule length depending on the conductor cross-section for 0.25 mm² ... 1.0 mm²: 10 mm
ferrules without insulating collar 8 mm ... 10 mm
1.5 mm²: 10 mm

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A2 CHARX SEC-3xxx

Version CHARX SEC-3xxx

Standards/regulations IEC 61851-1
ISO/IEC 15118 (CHARX SEC-3050, -3150 only)
Charging standard IEC 61851-1
ISO/IEC 15118 (CHARX SEC-3050, -3150 only)
Charging mode Mode 3, Case B + C
Compliance CE compliant

Dimensions
Height 121 mm
Width 37.6 mm
Depth 85 mm

Ambient conditions CHARX SEC-3xxx

Ambient temperature (operation) -25°C ... 65°C
Ambient temperature (storage/transport) -40°C ... 80°C
Humidity (operation) 5% ... 95% (non-condensing)
Humidity (storage/transport) 5% ... 95% (non-condensing)
Air pressure (operation) 70 kPa ... 106 kPa (up to 3000 m above mean sea level)
Air pressure (storage/transport) 58 kPa ... 106 kPa (up to 4500 m above mean sea level)
Degree of protection IP20
Pollution degree 2 in accordance with IEC 60664-1
Overvoltage category III
Shock (operation) Shock in accordance with EN 60068-2-27/IEC 60068-2-27
Test specification 15 g, 11 ms period, half-sine shock pulse
Vibration (operation) Vibration resistance in accordance with EN 60068-2-
6/IEC 60068-2-6
Test specification 5 g, 10 ... 150 Hz, 2.5 h, in XYZ direction

Device supply CHARX SEC-3xxx

Supply voltage 12 V DC
Supply voltage range 11.4 V DC ... 12.6 V DC
Maximum current consumption 2 A (stand-alone operation)
No-load current <200 mA (without external loads)

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System data CHARX SEC-3xxx

Operating system Linux
Processor Arm® Cortex®-A7 single-core processor
RAM 512 MB (RAM)
Data storage system 8 GB (eMMC)
User interface Web-based management
Security functions IP, port, protocol

Data interfaces CHARX SEC-3xxx

Ethernet
Number 2
Connection method RJ45 jack
Number of MAC addresses 2
Transmission speed 10/100 Mbps
Transmission length 100 m
Operating mode – WAN/LAN
– LAN/LAN
Supported protocols – OCPP 1.6J
– Modbus/TCP
– MQTT
– HTTP
– HTTPS
Configuration and diagnostics
Number 1
Connection method Micro USB type C
Supported protocols RNDIS
Energy measuring device
Bus system RS-485
Transmission speed 9.6 kbps ... 115.2 kbps (depending on the selected energy
measuring device, preset on the basis of the default values
of the energy measuring device)
RFID reader
Delivery state of the measuring and RFID devices is assumed
Bus system RS-485
Transmission speed 9.6 kbps ... 115.2 kbps (depending on the selected RFID
reader, preset on the basis of the default values of the RFID
reader)
CHARX control modular backplane bus
Number 1
Connection method DIN rail connector

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Cellular interface (CHARX SEC-3100 and -3150 only)

Interface description GSM/GPRS/EDGE/LTE (FDD)
Frequency 700 MHz (LTE B28), as of hardware revision 1.4
800 MHz (LTE B20)
900 MHz (LTE B8)
1800 MHz (LTE B3)
2100 MHz (LTE B1), as of hardware revision 1.4
2600 MHz (LTE B7), as of hardware revision 1.4
900 MHz (GSM/GPRS/EDGE)
1800 MHz (GSM/GPRS/EDGE)
Transmission power max. 24 dBm
(LTE B28 / B20 / B8 / B3 / B1 /B7)
max. 34 dBm
(900 MHz /GSM/GPRS/EDGE)
max. 31dBm
(1800 MHz /GSM/GPRS/EDGE)
Antenna 50 Ω impedance SMA antenna socket, a suitable antenna
can be found under the accessories for the charging control-
ler at phoenixcontact.com
SIM card Micro SIM
LTE CAT1
Country support Europe
Supported protocols OCPP 1.6J

Function interfaces CHARX SEC-3xxx

Vehicle interface
Communication protocol IEC 61851-1
ISO/IEC 15118 (CHARX SEC-3050 and -3150 only)
Proximity IEC 61851-1
Charging cases Mode 3, Case B + C
Control voltage ±12 V (locking actuator)
Rated current 2A
Locking release in the event of mains failure Integrated release function of the locking actuator for the
disconnection of charging connector and charging socket
Residual current detection
Sensor supply voltage 12 V DC
Error state signal level 12 V (different terminal points)
0 V (different terminal points)
Test and reset signal level 12 V

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Function interfaces [...] CHARX SEC-3xxx

Temperature monitoring
Sensor type Pt 1000 or PTC chain
Tripping characteristics Configurable
Contactor control
Interface description Floating switch contact
Switching voltage 250 V AC, maximum; 30 V DC, maximum
Rated current 2A
Interrupting rating 1500 VA, maximum

Digital inputs CHARX SEC-3xxx

Number of inputs 4
Nominal input voltage UN 12 V
Input voltage range 0 V ... 3 V (off)
9 V ... 15 V (on)
Function Configurable

Digital outputs CHARX SEC-3xxx

Number of outputs 4
Operating mode High side (output switched to internal 12 V voltage)
Low side (output switched to GND potential)
Output voltage 12 V (high-side operation)
≤12 V (low-side operation)
Output current 600 mA, maximum
Function Configurable

Connection data Connection 1 to 6 Connection 7 and 8 (for

contactor control)
Connection technology Plug-in, Push-in technology Plug-in, Push-in technology
(HSCP-SP 1,5...) (HSCP-SP 2,5...)
Conductor cross-section, rigid 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
Conductor cross-section, flexible 0.2 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.2 mm² ... 2.5 mm²
Conductor cross-section with ferrules without insulating col- 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm² 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
lar
Conductor cross-section with ferrules with insulating collar 0.25 mm² ... 1.0 mm² 0.25 mm² ... 1.5 mm²
Conductor cross-section, AWG AWG 24 ... 16 AWG 24 ... 16

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Connection data Connection 1 to 6 Connection 7 and 8 (for

contactor control)
Stripping length 8 mm ... 10 mm 10 mm
Ferrule length depending on the conductor cross-section for 0.25 mm² ... 0.34 mm²: 10 mm
ferrules with insulating collar 8 mm ... 10 mm
0.5 mm² to 1.0 mm²: 10 mm
Ferrule length depending on the conductor cross-section for 0.25 mm² ... 1.0 mm²: 10 mm
ferrules without insulating collar 8 mm ... 10 mm
1.5 mm²: 10 mm

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B Error codes, protocols, and interfaces

B1 Error codes
Table B-1 Error codes

Error bit Error code on the web page Error description Possible troubleshooting
1 External temperature too high The connected temperature sensor Check temperature. Check
(Pt 1000 or PTC) indicates a tempera- configuration. Check sensor.
ture that is too high.
2 Temperature derating active When temperature sensor = Pt 1000 Check temperature. Check
is selected, the temperature at the configuration. Check sensor.
sensor triggers derating of the
charging controller.
3 Not used – –
4 Charging point configuration error The charging point has been config- Check configuration for incon-
ured inconsistently on the web page. sistencies. Observe current
settings, current monitoring,
and measuring device set-
tings.
5 EV paused | Load management active Load management rejects a charging Check utilization in load man-
release due to the charging current agement.
being distributed to other charging
points or the lack of available charging
current.
6 Event Actions configuration unclear There are inconsistencies in the Event Check Event Actions configu-
Actions. ration for inconsistencies. Ob-
serve external release and
charging releases. Check for
duplications.
7 RFID reader error The RFID reader triggers an error or is Check cable routing to the
not connected. RFID reader.
8 to 16 Not used Not used Not used
17 13 A and 20 A connector rejected A cable with low current carrying ca- Replace charging cable or re-
pacity has been rejected. configure charging controller.
18 13 A connector rejected A cable with low current carrying ca- Replace charging cable or re-
pacity has been rejected. configure charging controller.
19 PP error Proximity plug error in the charging Measure PP resistance of the
cable, the charging cable does not charging cable, replace
conform to specifications, is defec- charging cable.
tive.
20 CP error No attributable CP signal present, the Test another charging cable.
vehicle or charging cable is defective. Test another vehicle. Test CP
signal using an oscilloscope.
21 Vehicle error F The vehicle notifies the charging con- Test another vehicle.
troller of an error state, the error was
triggered by the vehicle.

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Table B-1 Error codes [...]

Error bit Error code on the web page Error description Possible troubleshooting
22 Locking error The charging socket cannot be Reinsert charging cable.
locked. Check actuator.
23 Lock release error The charging socket cannot be un- Check actuator for defects.
locked. Use another charging cable.
24 Unknown locking state The status of locking/unlocking can- Check connection between
not be determined. actuator and charging control-
ler.
25 Overcurrent detected A vehicle has not followed the current Change vehicle. Deactivate
setting of the charging controller, overcurrent shutdown.
charging was interrupted by the active
overcurrent monitoring.
26 Measuring device communication Unable to establish communication Check cable routing to the
error with the configured measuring device. measuring device. Check
measuring device type. Syn-
chronize with configuration.
27 Invalid status D A vehicle with additional ventilation Reconfigure charging control-
was connected and rejected by the ler.
charging controller.
28 Contactor error A contactor error has been detected. Replace contactor.
The charging controller enters the
error state until the contactor error is
eliminated.
29 EV diode error The PWM signal to the vehicle is not Test with another vehicle.
implemented to -12 V amplitude level.
30 Power supply error Insufficient power supply, the Check power supply type.
charging controller performs an auto- Check cable routing. Ensure
matic lock release. supply.
31 Residual current tripping A residual current was detected, the Check cable routing (espe-
charging controller interrupts cially RCM module), change
charging and switches to the error vehicle.
state.
32 Residual current sensor self-test error Unable to perform self-test on the re- Check cable routing to the
sidual current safety equipment. RCM module. Use another
RCM module.

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B 1.1 ISO 15118 error list

Table B-2 ISO 15118 error list
Error Possible states:
SLAC_FAILED The SLAC process has failed. One reason may be that the time constraints are
not met or messages are damaged.
PROTOCOL_HANDSHAKE_FAILED The EVSE and the EVCC were unable to agree on the same ISO 15118 commu-
nication protocol version. The current EVSE implementation only supports
“urn:iso:15118:2:2013:MsgDef Version 2.0”.
SSL_HANDSHAKE_FAILED The SSL/TLS handshake for the TCP connection, which is used for the actual
high-level communication, failed for some reason. One reason may be that there
is no valid V2G root certificate installed on the EVSE side or the EVCC does not
accept the certificate.
SEQUENCE_ERROR The EVCC sends a request that is not expected in the current state. The EVCC
interrupts the message flow order specified by communication protocol
ISO 15118.
SESSION_SETUP_TIMEOUT Once the SLAC procedure has been completed and the data connection is es-
tablished, the EVSE and the EVCC must set up a charging session within the
18 seconds specified, otherwise high-level communication will be aborted by the
EVSE.
SEQUENCE_TIMEOUT The EVCC does not send any request(s) within the time constraints specified by
the ISO 15118 protocol. High-level communication is aborted by the EVSE.
UNKNOWN_SESSION The EVCC has sent a session ID to resume a previously paused charging ses-
sion that is not known on the EVSE side. High-level communication is aborted by
the EVSE.
TARIFF_SELECTION_INVALID A current output request received from the EVCC contains an SA tuple ID that
was not previously sent by the EVSE in the “charge parameter discovery re-
sponse”.
High-level communication is aborted by the EVSE.
CHARGING_PROFILE_INVALID The charging profile sent by the EVCC violates a power limitation that is specified
in the “charge parameter discovery response”. High-level communication is
aborted by the EVSE.

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B2 OCPP function and configuration overview

B 2.1 OCPP functions

Table B-3 Supported OCPP operations
OCPP operations Notes
Authorize Full implementation
BootNotification Full implementation
Heartbeat Full implementation
MeterValues Voltage, Current.Import, Energy.Active.Import.Register, Power.Ac-
tive.Import, Current.Offered, Temperature
StartTransaction Full implementation
StatusNotification Full implementation
StopTransaction Full implementation
CancelReservation Full implementation
ChangeAvailability Full implementation
ClearChargingProfile Full implementation
RemoteStartTransaction Full implementation
RemoteStopTransaction Full implementation
ReserveNow Full implementation
Reset Full implementation
SetChargingProfile Full implementation
TriggerMessage Only for the implemented messages
UnlockConnector Full implementation
ChangeConfiguration For modifiable configuration parameters, see Table B-4 and Table
B-5
GetDiagnostics Upload to a FTP server
FirmwareUpdate Firmware update downloaded from an FTP server

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B 2.2 OCPP configuration parameters

Configuration parameters which are not write protected (“Read only” = “False”) can be over-
written via the OCPP backend.

Table B-4 OCPP configuration parameters (in accordance with OCPP specification)

Configuration parameter Read only Value

AllowOfflineTxForUnknownId False False
AuthorizationCacheEnabled False False
AuthorizeRemoteTxRequests False True
BlinkRepeat False 0
ClockAlignedDataInterval True 0
ConnectionTimeOut False 30
ConnectorPhaseRotation True According to the local setting
ConnectorPhaseRotationMaxLength True 1
GetConfigurationMaxKeys True 100
HeartbeatInterval False 300
LightIntensity False 100
LocalAuthorizeOffline False False
LocalPreAuthorize False False
MaxEnergyOnInvalidId False 0
MeterValuesAlignedData True
MeterValuesAlignedDataMaxLength True 10
MeterValuesSampledData False "Voltage", "Current.Import", "Energy.Ac-
tive.Import.Register", "Power.Active.Im-
port", "Current.Offered", "Tempera-
ture"Voltage,
MeterValuesSampledDataMaxLength True 10
MeterValueSampleInterval False 900
MinimumStatusDuration False 1
NumberOfConnectors True According to the local installation
ResetRetries False 3
StopTransactionOnEVSideDisconnect False True
StopTransactionOnInvalidId False True
StopTxnAlignedData True
StopTxnSampledData True
SupportedFeatureProfiles True Core
FirmwareManagement
LocalAuthListManagement
SmartCharging
Reservation
RemoteTrigger

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Table B-4 OCPP configuration parameters (in accordance with OCPP specification) [...]
Configuration parameter Read only Value
SupportedFeatureProfilesMaxLength True 6
TransactionMessageAttempts False 3
TransactionMessageRetryInterval False 10
UnlockConnectorOnEVSideDisconnect False True
WebSocketPingInterval False 0
LocalAuthListEnabled False False
SendLocalListMaxLength True 2000
ReserveConnectorZeroSupported True False
ChargeProfileMaxStackLevel True 5
ChargingScheduleAllowedChargingRateUnit True Current, Power
ChargingScheduleMaxPeriods True 96
ConnectorSwitch3to1PhaseSupported True False
MaxChargingProfilesInstalled True 50
LocalAuthListMaxLength True 10000

Table B-5 Specific OCPP configuration parameters of the charging controllers

Configuration parameter Read only Value Description

MaxCurrent False 16 Maximum charging current at the individ-
ual charging points
GlobalMaxCurrent False 16 Maximum total current of all charging
points in the system
NewBackendURL False Text string for transferring the backend
connection to a new URL
ForceUpdate False False Software update is installed if charging
processes are still active.
PreUnavailabilityForUpdate False 30 Time interval in which the charging sta-
tion can be set to status F before an up-
date is performed.
ModemRestartTimeout False 300 Time interval after which the modem is re-
started in the event of unsuccessful con-
nection.
EVDiscardTimeOut False 120 Maximum time period between the con-
nection of a vehicle and authorization.
RFIDByteOrder False False Switch-over of the byte order of the RFID
card (Little Endian/Big Endian).
RFIDCharacterOrder False False Switch-over of the UID character order to
16-bit data words.
AllowTimeSyncDuringSession False True System time is synchronized, even during
an active charging process
AvailabilityOnlyWhenTimeSyn- False True Charging station is only available when
chronized the system time is synchronized

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Table B-5 Specific OCPP configuration parameters of the charging controllers [...] [...]
Configuration parameter Read only Value Description
CalibrationLawAdminList False UIDs for administrator access on the
CHARX display
MessageAtKeyTransfer False setMeterConfigura- Configurable value within the DataTrans-
tion fer message for transmitting the public
key
MeterValuesSignatureContexts True Transaction.Begin Not used in the current software
PresentingRFIDEndCharging False True Charging process is ended and lock is
opened when the same RFID card is read
again
SignedDataFormat False 0 Format of the data sent with the Stop-
Transaction
0 = OCMF format
1 = Transparency software format (xml)
2 = Measuring device-specific format
StopTransactionSignatureCon- True Transaction.End Not used in the current software
texts
StopTransactionSignatureFormat True MR Not used in the current software
VendorAtKeyTransfer False generalConfiguration Configurable value within the DataTrans-
fer message for transmitting the public
key
LogLevel False Debug – DEBUG (high level of log detail)
– INFO (low level of log detail)
WebSocketPingTimeout False 30 Time interval after which the web socket
connection is re-established in the ab-
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B3 Modbus communication and register overview

Preparation of the configuration
– The Modbus server must be running, see “System Control/Status” (WBM: System Con-
trol, Status)
– Port 502 must be open, “Network/Port Sharing”
– If you want to control the full scope of functions, you must set charging to be enabled
via Modbus, see “Charging Stations/Charging Point/Configuration” (under “Release
Mode”)
– If the phase rotation of one of the configured charging points is not known, then the reg-
ister for total current will indicate the value “-1” (placeholder to indicate that the value is
invalid)
If you modify a configuration, you will need to restart the Modbus server or the
charging controller, see “System Control/Status” (WBM: System Control, Status)

General communication data

Table B-6 General communication data

Attribute Data
Modbus server address 1
Port 502
Object type Holding, 16-bit

Holding register (0x03) and Input register (0x04) return the same value

Modbus register

Address range 0-999 relates to data that is assigned to the overall installation. This includes
charging controllers that are attached via the backplane bus of the server as well as clients
connected via Ethernet and the extension modules that are attached to them.

Address range x000-x999 relates to data that is assigned to an individual charging point.
The x stands for the assigned number of the charging point.

Table B-7 Modbus register in address range 0-999

Address Number of Access Meaning Value/coding
data words
Charging station data (100 - 199)
100 10 R Device designation 20 characters, ASCII coded
110 4 R Linux software version 8 characters, ASCII coded
114 1 R Number of charging controllers in Integer
the system (backplane bus and in
the Ethernet network)
115 3 R MAC address ETH0 HEX characters
118 3 R MAC address ETH1 HEX characters
121 4 R IPv4 IP address ETH0 4x integer
125 4 R IPv4 IP address ETH1 4x integer

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Table B-7 Modbus register in address range 0-999 [...]

Address Number of Access Meaning Value/coding

data words
129 4 R Subnet mask ETH0 4x integer
133 4 R Subnet mask ETH1 4x integer
137 4 R Gateway ETH0 (placeholder, re- 4x integer
turns 0)
141 4 R Gateway ETH1 (placeholder, re- 4x integer
turns 0)
145 1 R Modem registration status Integer
0: Not registered/Not searching
1: Registered
2: Searching
3: Registration denied
4: Unknown
146 1 R Modem signal quality Integer
0: Unknown
1: Inadequate to none
2: Inadequate
3: OK
4: Good
5: Excellent
147 1 R Number of charging controllers in Integer
the system (backplane bus and in
the Ethernet network) in the non-
critical error state
148 1 R Number of charging controllers in Integer
the system (backplane bus and in
the Ethernet network), which re-
sults in status E or F
149 1 R Number of charging controllers in Integer
status A in the system (backplane
bus and in the Ethernet net-
work)/number of unoccupied
charging points in the system
150 1 R Number of charging controllers in Integer
status B, C, or D in the system
(backplane bus and in the Ethernet
network)/number of occupied
charging points
151 1 R Number of charging controllers with Integer
an active charging process (C2)

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Table B-7 Modbus register in address range 0-999 [...]

Address Number of Access Meaning Value/coding

data words
152 2 R Total power measured at the termi- Integer [mW]
nal point for the group of charging
controllers. Aggregated power of
the configured charging points
154 2 R Total reactive power measured at Integer [mVAR]
the terminal point for the group of
charging controllers. Aggregated
power of the configured charging
points
156 2 R Total apparent power measured at Integer [mVA]
the terminal point for the group of
charging controllers. Aggregated
power of the configured charging
points
158 2 R Total current on phase L1 mea- Integer [mA]
sured at the terminal point for the
group of charging controllers. Ag- -1, if phase rotation = unknown
gregated current of the configured
charging points, no phase delay
160 2 R Total current on phase L2 mea- Integer [mA]
sured at the terminal point for the
group of charging controllers. Ag- -1, if phase rotation = unknown
gregated current of the configured
charging points, no phase delay
162 2 R Total current on phase L3 mea- Integer [mA]
sured at the terminal point for the
-1, if phase rotation = unknown
group of charging controllers. Ag-
gregated current of the configured
charging points, no phase delay
164 1 R/(W, if Controlling the availability of the 0: All assigned charging controllers
configured) charging controller are set to status F
1: All assigned charging controllers
are in normal operating mode
165 1 W Reset 1: Charging controller restart (only
performed on the server)
166 1 W System reset 1: Restart of all charging controllers
connected in the group
167 1 R Dynamic maximum target charging Integer [A]
current for load management. With
reference to the first load circuit
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Table B-8 Modbus registers for the respective charging point

Address Number of Access Meaning Value/coding
data words
Configuration data (x100 - x199)
X100 1 R Configuration of the charging inter- 0: Charging case B (charging socket)
face in accordance with IEC 61851- 1: Charging case C (charging con-
1 nector)
X101 1 R Set maximum charging current for Integer [A]
the respective charging point
X102 1 R Set minimum charging current for Integer [A]
the respective charging point
X103 1 R Residual current monitoring via 1: External residual current sensor
input RCM configured
0: No external residual current sensor
configured
X104 1 R Lower temperature threshold for Integer [°C]
starting derating mode (Pt 1000
sensor active)
X105 1 R Upper temperature threshold for Integer [°C]
stopping derating mode (Pt 1000
sensor active)
X106 1 R Charging current setting when der- Integer [A]
ating mode is started
X107 1 R Charging current setting when der- Integer [A]
ating mode is stopped
X108 1 R Temperature monitoring 0: Inactive
1: With Pt 1000 sensor
2: With PTC sensor
X109 1 R Accept vehicles in status D 0: Blocked
1: Allow
X110 1 R Configuration of proximity evalua- 0: In accordance with IEC 61851-1
tion
X111 1 R Configuration of overcurrent moni- 0: Inactive
toring 1: Shutdown thresholds 120% (10 s)
and 110% (100 s)
2: As per EV/ZE Ready

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Table B-8 Modbus registers for the respective charging point [...]
Address Number of Access Meaning Value/coding
data words
X112 1 R Energy measuring device type 0: No energy measuring device
1: Phoenix Contact
EEM-350-D-MCB, 2905849
2: Phoenix Contact
EEM-EM357, 2908588
EEM-DM357, 1252817
EEM-DM357-70,1219095
3: Carlo Gavazzi EM24
4: Phoenix Contact
EEM-EM357-EE - 1311985
5: Reserved
6: Carlo Gavazzi EM340
7: Reserved
8: Reserved
9: Reserved
10: Reserved
11: Iskra WM3M4(C)
12: Inepro Metering PRO380
65535: Unknown energy measuring
device
X113 3 R UID of the charging controller ASCII
X116 3 R UID of the associated client or ASCII
server charging controller
X119 1 R Position of the charging controller in Integer
the backplane bus
X120 1 R Charging controller charging re- 0: Dashboard
lease mode 1: Local Allowlist
2: External Control
3: Permanent Charging Release
4: OCPP
5: Modbus
X121 3 R RFID reader, UID of the charging 6 characters, ASCII
controller (placeholder, returns 0)

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Table B-8 Modbus registers for the respective charging point [...]
Address Number of Access Meaning Value/coding
data words
Status data (x200 - x299)
X232 2 R Voltage of phase L1 Integer [mV]
(X232=MSW, X233=LSW)
X234 2 R Voltage of phase L2 Integer [mV]
X236 2 R Voltage of phase L3 Integer [mV]
X238 2 R Current of phase L1 Integer [mA]
(X238=MSW, X239=LSW)
X240 2 R Current of phase L2 Integer [mA]
X242 2 R Current of phase L3 Integer [mA]
X244 2 R Active power Integer [mW]
X246 2 R Reactive power Signed Integer [mVAR]
X248 2 R Apparent power Integer [mVA]
X250 4 R Counter value for active energy Integer [Wh]
X254 4 R Counter value for reactive energy Signed Integer [VARh]
X258 4 R Counter value for apparent energy Integer [VAh]
x262 2 R SOC in kWh (placeholder, returns Integer [Wh], as of ISO 15118-20
0)
x264 1 R SOC in % (placeholder, returns 0) Integer [%], as of ISO 15118-20
X265 10 R Last EVCC ID at the charging point ASCII
X275 10 R Last RFID UID at the charging point ASCII
X285 2 R Connection time (time in status Integer [s]
B/C/D)
X287 2 R Total charging duration in status Integer [s]
C/D, reset by status change from B
A
x289 4 R Transmitted active energy for the Integer [Wh]
current charging process
X293 2 R Error code Hexadecimal, an error bit is assigned
to every single error, see “Error
codes” on page 141
MSB: X293, LSB: X294
Example: X293=0x0000, X294=0040
= RFID reader error
X295 1 R Digital inputs Binary, 1 bit per input
X296 1 R Current charging current setting Integer [%]
(PWM duty cycle in accordance
with IEC 61851-1)
X297 1 R Current charging current setting Integer [A]
(current strength)

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Table B-8 Modbus registers for the respective charging point [...]
Address Number of Access Meaning Value/coding
data words
X298 1 R Current carrying capacity of the Integer [A]
plugged-in charging connector in
accordance with IEC 61851-1
X299 1 R Vehicle status according to ASCII
IEC 61851-1 (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2, E0, F0, IN)
Control registers (x300 - x399)
X300 1 R/(W, if Charging release (must be config- 0: Charging process not enabled
configured) ured to release via Modbus) 1: Charging process enabled
X301 1 R/W Maximum charging current (can be Integer [A]
changed by higher-level systems)
Value range: 6 - 80
The charging release is withdrawn if
the value is exceeded or fallen
below
X302 1 R/W State of the digital outputs Binary coded, 4 bits per output
0: Undefined
Example:
1: Floating (“Floating”)
0001 0001 0010 0011
2: Permanent 0 V (“Low”)
3: Flashing 0 V (“Flashing Low”)
Out 4 Out 3 Out 2 Out 1
4: Pulsating 0 V (“Pulsatile Low”)
5: Permanent 12 V (“High”) 1 1 2 3
6: Flashing 12 V (“Flashing High”)
X303 1 R/(W, if Locking (must be configured to ex- 0: Unlocking
configured) ternal control) 1: Locking
X304 1 R/(W, if Status F (availability, must be con- 0: Not available (status F)
configured) figured to release via Modbus) 1: Available
X305 1 R/W Enforce unlocking (if not configured 1: Unlocking is performed
to external control)
X306 1 R/W Maximum charging current when Integer [A]
watchdog timer expires
Value range: 6 - 80
The charging release is withdrawn if
the value is exceeded or fallen be-
low.
X307 1 R/W Expiry timer, reset by writing a new Integer [s]
value within the time interval; 65535
disables the watchdog

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 MQTT topics

B4 MQTT topics
The MQTT connection can be established by entering the host address at port 1883 (see
“MQTT” on page 35).
Figure B-1 Example of an MQTT connection to a charging controller

The following MQTT topics are available when connected to the CHARX SEC 3xxx
charging controller.

For a description of the MQTT interface, refer to the download area (under “Various”) for this
charging controller at phoenixcontact.com/qr/1139012.

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B5 REST API
For a description of the REST API interface, refer to the download area (under “Vari-
ous”) for this charging controller at phoenixcontact.com/product/1139012.

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C Appendix for document lists

C1 List of figures

Section 1

Section 2
Figure 2-1: CHARX control modular application overview A-C .................................. 17
Figure 2-2: CHARX control modular application overview D/E .................................. 17
Figure 2-3: CHARX control modular application overview F ...................................... 18
Figure 2-4: CHARX control modular application overview G ..................................... 18
Figure 2-5: Module arrangement of CHARX SEC-3xxx and -1000 on the DIN
rail ........................................................................................................... 19
Figure 2-6: Combination of CHARX SEC-3xxx on the DIN rail .................................. 21
Figure 2-7: CHARX control modular in a client/server mode group ........................... 22
Figure 2-8: Connections and operating and indication elements on the
charging controller ................................................................................... 24
Figure 2-9: Subdivision of the Modbus/TCP register areas ....................................... 33
Figure 2-10: Load management with multiple charging stations and charging
points ...................................................................................................... 36
Figure 2-11: Example connection schemes with configuration .................................... 37

Section 3
Figure 3-1: Snapping the CHARX control modular onto the DIN rail .......................... 43
Figure 3-2: Conductor connection to the CHARX control modular ............................ 44
Figure 3-4: Connecting Ethernet ................................................................................ 46
Figure 3-5: Inserting (A) and removing (B) the SIM card ............................................ 47
Figure 3-6: Connecting the antenna .......................................................................... 48
Figure 3-7: Inserting the microSD card ...................................................................... 49

Section 4
Figure 4-1: Connecting the power supply .................................................................. 52
Figure 4-2: Connecting the charging socket with 4-pos. locking actuator .................. 53
Figure 4-3: Connecting the charging socket with 3-pos. locking actuator .................. 54
Figure 4-4: Connecting the charging connector ......................................................... 55
Figure 4-5: Load contactor control without ISO/IEC 15118 communication ............... 56

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Figure 4-6: Load contactor control with communication in accordance with

ISO/IEC 15118 ........................................................................................ 57
Figure 4-7: Contactor monitoring at the load contactor using an auxiliary
switch ...................................................................................................... 58
Figure 4-8: Operating the charging controller with a type B all-current-sensi-
tive residual current device ...................................................................... 59
Figure 4-9: Operation of the charging controller with a DC residual current
sensor ..................................................................................................... 60
Figure 4-10: Connecting EEM357 ............................................................................... 61
Figure 4-11: Connecting an ELATEC T4W2-F02B6/T4PK-F02TR6 ............................ 63
Figure 4-12: Software update on ELATEC RFID readers ............................................ 63
Figure 4-13: Connecting a DUALI DE-950-4-CXP ....................................................... 64
Figure 4-14: Connecting a CHARX RFID/NFC ............................................................ 65
Figure 4-15: Control of LEDs in “High Side” operating mode ....................................... 66
Figure 4-16: Control of LEDs in “Low Side” operating mode ........................................ 67
Figure 4-17: Wiring of the digital inputs ....................................................................... 68
Figure 4-18: Connecting a PTC sensor ....................................................................... 69
Figure 4-19: Derating curve for temperature measurement with Pt 1000 resis-
tor ............................................................................................................ 69
Figure 4-20: ................................................................................................................ 69

Section 5
Figure 5-1: Driver from Acer for “Win7/8.1/later” ........................................................ 72
Figure 5-2: Device Manager ...................................................................................... 72
Figure 5-3: Local search for the charging controller ................................................... 73
Figure 5-4: Dashboard of the charging controller ...................................................... 76
Figure 5-5: Language selection ................................................................................. 77
Figure 5-6: Login to the WBM .................................................................................... 77
Figure 5-7: Changing the password via the WBM ..................................................... 78
Figure 5-8: Charging Stations/Overview .................................................................... 79
Figure 5-9: Charging station and charging point ........................................................ 79
Figure 5-10: Importing a configuration ......................................................................... 80
Figure 5-11: Importing charging point configurations ................................................... 81
Figure 5-12: Charging Point Status .............................................................................. 82
Figure 5-13: Configuration page for an unconfigured charging point ........................... 87
Figure 5-14: View of the Event Actions ........................................................................ 94
Figure 5-15: Configuration view for Event Actions (Event) ........................................... 95
Figure 5-16: Configuration view for Event Actions (Condition) .................................... 97
Figure 5-17: Status indicator for OCPP communication ............................................ 104

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Figure 5-18: Configuration of the OCPP connection .................................................. 106

Figure 5-19: Local Whitelist ....................................................................................... 109
Figure 5-20: Load Management ................................................................................ 111
Figure 5-21: Network settings of the ETH0 interface ................................................. 115
Figure 5-22: Port Sharing .......................................................................................... 117
Figure 5-23: Modem status and configuration data ................................................... 118
Figure 5-24: System Control in the WBM .................................................................. 120
Figure 5-25: Setting the time in the WBM .................................................................. 121
Figure 5-26: Downloading log files in the WBM ......................................................... 124
Figure 5-27: Software update via the WBM ............................................................... 126

Section 6
Figure 6-1: Releasing the connectors ...................................................................... 129
Figure 6-2: Removing the SIM card ......................................................................... 130
Figure 6-3: Removing the charging controller .......................................................... 131

Appendix A

Appendix B
Figure B-1: Example of an MQTT connection to a charging controller ..................... 155

Appendix C

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 List of tables

C2 List of tables

Section 1

Section 2
Table 2-1: Product overview of the CHARX control modular product family ......... 13
Table 2-2: Connections and operating elements on the charging controller ......... 24
Table 2-3: Indication elements on the charging controller..................................... 27
Table 2-4: Directory structure of CHARX SEC-3xxx charging controllers ............. 29

Section 3
Table 3-1: Connection data .................................................................................. 44

Section 4

Section 5
Table 5-1: User roles and rights management in the WBM................................... 78
Table 5-2: Charging Point Status (Information)..................................................... 83
Table 5-3: Charging Point Status (Operation)....................................................... 86
Table 5-4: Charging Point: Create Configuration .................................................. 88
Table 5-5: Input or events with description ........................................................... 96
Table 5-6: Condition with description.................................................................... 97
Table 5-7: Output or actions with description...................................................... 100
Table 5-8: Event Action configuration – example 1 ............................................. 102
Table 5-9: Event Action configuration – example 2 ............................................. 103
Table 5-10: Event Action configuration – example 3 ............................................. 103
Table 5-11: Event Action configuration – example 4 ............................................. 103
Table 5-12: Configuration parameters for the backend connection ...................... 106
Table 5-13: Configuration parameters for the backend connection 2 ................... 107
Table 5-14: Entering new charging releases......................................................... 109
Table 5-15: Load Management............................................................................. 112
Table 5-16: Network settings of the ETH0 interface.............................................. 115
Table 5-17: Port Sharing....................................................................................... 117
Table 5-18: Network/Modem ................................................................................ 118
Table 5-19: Software services on the CHARX SEC-3xxx ..................................... 120

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Section 6

Appendix A

Appendix B
Table B-1: Error codes ........................................................................................ 141
Table B-2: ISO 15118 error list............................................................................ 143
Table B-3: Supported OCPP operations ............................................................. 144
Table B-4: OCPP configuration parameters (in accordance with OCPP
specification) ..................................................................................... 145
Table B-5: Specific OCPP configuration parameters of the charging con-
trollers................................................................................................ 146
Table B-6: General communication data............................................................. 148
Table B-7: Modbus register in address range 0-999 ........................................... 148
Table B-8: Modbus registers for the respective charging point ........................... 151

Appendix C

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C3 Index

A Event Action
Create ................................................................... 95
Antenna
Examples ............................................................ 102
Configure............................................................. 118
Connecting ............................................................ 48
Ordering data ........................................................ 16 F
Auxiliary contact.......................................................... 91 Fallback Charging Current .......................................... 89
Fallback Time.............................................................. 89
C Frequency bands .......................................................... 9

Cellular communication............................................. 118

Cellular interface ........................................................... 9 H
Charging connector High Level Communication ......................................... 93
Connecting ............................................................ 55
Connection Type......................................................... 88 L
Connector Phase Rotation .......................................... 89 Language selection..................................................... 77
Contactor monitoring............................................. 58, 91 Load contactor
Control Pilot (CP) Connecting............................................................ 56
Connecting ............................................................ 55 Monitoring for malfunction ..................................... 58
Connection point ................................................... 25 Locking actuators........................................................ 53
Current carrying capacity ............................................ 53 Locking Mode ............................................................. 88
Log files .................................................................... 124
D Login ..................................................................... 77, 78
Dashboard ............................................................ 75, 76
DC Residual Current Monitoring ................................. 91 M
DC residual current sensor.......................................... 60 Measuring device, see Energy measuring device ..... 113
Derating ...................................................................... 91 microSD card
Device defect ............................................................ 132 Inserting ................................................................ 49
Digital inputs Modbus communication............................................ 148
Configure............................................................... 96 Modem...................................................................... 118
Connecting ............................................................ 68 Module Switch .......................................................... 125
Digital outputs MQTT
Configure............................................................. 100 Description ............................................................ 35
Connecting ............................................................ 66 Topics ................................................................. 155
Disposal ...................................................................... 12
O
E OCPP
Energy measuring device Configuration parameters.................................... 145
Configure............................................................. 113 Operations .......................................................... 144
Connecting ............................................................ 61 Servervariables ................................................... 107
Ethernet Settings ............................................................... 106
Connecting ............................................................ 46 Status Information ............................................... 104
Network with router ............................................... 73 Out-of-balance Suppression ....................................... 91
Network without router........................................... 74

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P
Password
Change.................................................................. 78
Default................................................................... 78

R
Release Mode............................................................. 92
Removal.................................................................... 129
Repairs ..................................................................... 132
Residual current monitoring ........................................ 59
Residual current monitoring, see Residual current
REST API.................................................................. 156
RFID reader
Configure............................................................... 92
Connecting ............................................................ 62
Role ............................................................................ 78

S
Safety notes ................................................................ 10
SIM card
Inserting ................................................................ 47
Status .................................................................. 119
Software.................................................................... 126
Software update........................................................ 127
Stuck contactor contact, see Auxiliary contact ............ 91
Supply voltage ............................................................ 52
System Control ......................................................... 120

T
Technical data........................................................... 133
Temperature sensors
Configure............................................................... 91
Connecting ............................................................ 69
Time.......................................................................... 121

U
User roles.................................................................... 78

W
Welding feedback, see Contactor monitoring ............. 91

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