All the functions of the Web Application can be used
via the Internet connection of the home network. If
there is no home network available at the place of
use, your device can log in to the energy manager
directly via its WiFi hotspot.
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Select the connection type suitable for the pre-
vailing signal strength and availability.
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For information on connection options, please
refer to the
g Web Application Manual of the Porsche Home
Energy Manager
.
Checking the signal quality of the PLC net-
work
Information
The software and Ethernet PLC converter described
in this section are not included in the scope of supply.
To check the connection quality of the PLC network,
you can determine the PLC data transfer rate through
the domestic electrical system using software and
Ethernet PLC converters. To do this, connect the
converters to the mains supply at the installation
locations. Select the installation locations of the en-
ergy manager and the current consumers with PLC
functionality (such as the Porsche charger) as instal-
lation locations for this. The real data transfer rate
between the installation locations can be visually dis-
played using powerline software. Data transfer rates
of 100 Mbit or more are sufficient.
If electrical installations are not ideal, PLC commu-
nication may be impossible or so weak as to pre-
vent stable EEBus communication with the Porsche
charger.
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In this case, select an alternative communica-
tions interface (Ethernet or WiFi).
Connecting the WiFi antenna
You can connect a WiFi antenna to boost the WiFi
signal.
1. Connect the WiFi antenna to the energy man-
ager via the plug-in/screw connections provided
for this purpose.
2. Secure the WiFi antenna to the outside of the
metal distribution cabinet by its magnetic base
(if the WiFi antenna is inside the distribution
cabinet, it cannot receive a signal). Make sure
that the WiFi antenna is positioned correctly
(e.g. at an angle of 90° to the router).
Connecting the WiFi antenna
You can connect a WiFi antenna to boost the WiFi
signal.
1. Connect the WiFi antenna to the energy man-
ager via the plug-in/screw connections provided
for this purpose.
2. Secure the WiFi antenna to the outside of the
metal distribution cabinet by its magnetic base
(if the WiFi antenna is inside the distribution
cabinet, it cannot receive a signal). Make sure
that the WiFi antenna is positioned correctly
(e.g. at an angle of 90° to the router).
Installation and connection
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