2 select com interface, 3 setting the software language, 4 detecting inverters – SMA WINDY BOY User Manual
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4.2 Select COM interface
In order to select the COM interface of your device, the inverter has to be in operation. Proceed as
follows for the selection of the COM interface:
1. Select "Options > Settings" in the menu bar.
☑ The "Settings" window opens.
2. Select COM interface in the "Com-Port" field.
3. Select [OK].
☑ COM interface is selected.
4.3 Setting the software language
The Windy Boy Setup Tool aligns itself to the language of your operating system. If your operating
system is set to German, then the Windy Boy Setup Tool is also set to German. If your operating
system is set to a language other than German, then the Windy Boy Setup Tool language is set to
English.
In order to change the language setting, proceed as follows:
1. Select "Options > Settings" in the menu bar.
☑ The "Settings" window opens.
2. Select the desired language in the "Language" field.
3. Select [OK].
☑ The software language is set.
4.4 Detecting Inverters
In order to detect and inverter, it must be in operation. Proceed as follows:
1. Select "Options > Detecting devices" in the menu bar.
☑ The log-in window opens.
2. Enter the installer password in the "Password" field.
3. Select [OK].
☑ The inverter is detected.
Installer password
Please contact the SMA Solar Technology Serviceline if you have any questions
concerning the installer password (see 9 ”Contact” (page 20)) .