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Luqas Smart Energy Management Module (6 Functions)

  • future-proof and highly responsive
  • smart control of all your major consumers
  • consumption forecasting and insightful reporting
  • buffers your energy surplus
  • standalone energy management and intelligently expandable
  • limits your capacity tariff through smart control
  • adapts to the changing energy landscape
  • optimized charging thanks to smart 1F-3F switching

With Luqas, the smart electricity manager (LQS06SA), you can monitor, visualize, and intelligently control your energy flows via the digital meter or Modbus kWh meter. Luqas can reduce the power to your charging station, heat pump, or boiler in case of overconsumption (load balancing), ensure your grid-injection is paused during negative energy prices (curtailing), and buffer the energy generated by your solar panels to optimize your self-consumption. Curious for more info? Visit Luqas.be.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can Luqas be installed in any home?

    Luqas can be installed in any home with a digital meter. After activating the P1 port, the Luqas module can measure all energy flows. 

    Activate the P1 port of your digital meter via the following link: https://www.fluvius.be/nl/meters-en-meterstanden/digitale-meter/maak-je-meter-slim

    Tip: As an installer, you have the option to activate the P1 port for the customer. You can create a professional account on the Fluvius website and submit a request to activate the customer's port. The customer must then confirm this request.

    As an alternative to the digital meter with P1 port, the module can also control based on a Modbus kWh meter.

  • Which charging stations is Luqas compatible with?

    Discover all compatible charging station brands here.

  • Which heat pumps are compatible with Luqas?

    Discover all compatible heat pump brands, Smart Grid and single PV contact here.

  • Which inverters is Luqas compatible with?

    Discover all compatible inverters here.

  • Which kWh meters via Modbus are compatible with Luqas?

    Compatible kWh meters via Modbus

    Brand Type Settings

    Siemens

    PAC2200 Modbus TCP/IP

    IP address

    Siemens

    PAC2200 Modbus RTU

    Socomec

    Modbus RTU: Countis Ex3; Countis Ex4

    Baudrate 38,4k (38400); Stop bit: 1; Parity: NO

    Socomec

    Modbus TCP/IP: Countis Ex7; Countis Ex8

    IP address

  • Which subscriptions are available for the Luqas module?

     

    To operate your Luqas module, you can choose from 3 subscription plans. These subscriptions give you more control over your energy management.

    - Luqas View

    - Luqas Control

    - Luqas Dynamic Control

     

    Luqas View

    Luqas View is the free subscription included with the purchase of the Luqas module.

    Luqas View combines the Luqas module with the View app and offers users the following basic features:

     

    • Real-time visual tracking of energy consumption and usage.
    • Monitoring the status of connected devices such as heat pumps, heat pump boilers, and chargers.
    • Detailed consumption data over 24 hours, 7 days, and 30 days.
    • Consumption settings via the energy slider.
    • Automatic control of up to two charging points.

    With Luqas View, the user has basic control over their energy. Thanks to the energy slider, you can easily control your large consumers automatically and thus keep your energy consumption under control.

     

     

     

    Luqas Control

    Luqas Control is a paid subscription that combines the Luqas module with the Qbus Control App. In addition to the basic features, this subscription offers extra advanced features for additional savings such as:

     

    • 3 new charging modes: Auto, Sun Only, and Manual
    • Dynamic control of two charging points.
    • Manual settings for the heat pump.
    • Push notifications on peak consumption or high injection.
    • Monthly energy insights with personal tips.
    • Forecasting for peak consumption, enabling timely intervention.

    Luqas Control enables users to practice extensive control over their energy. This allows you to save more on your energy bill. Automatically control your large consumers and intervene manually. Set up your own day and night schedule. Combined with notifications and personalized energy insights, the user has full control over their energy.

     

    Upon purchasing the Luqas module, a free trial period of Luqas Control for 6 months is included. After this period, you can purchase Luqas Control as a lifetime subscription for €179.99 (incl. VAT) or renew annually for only €29.99 (incl. VAT).

     

     

     

    Luqas Dynamic Control

    Luqas Dynamic Control is an upgrade of the Luqas Control subscription. In addition to the Luqas Control subscription, you get additional functionalities to meet your personal energy needs:

     

    • Dynamic rate regulation based on your energy consumption.
    • Weather forecast for optimized energy management.
    • Prediction of your energy consumption for optimal energy management.

    The Luqas Dynamic Control subscription is available for €49.99 per year (including VAT), only available in combination with the Luqas Control App subscription.

     


     

  • How does Luqas control the home battery?

    Smart battery control: charging, discharging and planning at the right time

    With Luqas, your home battery is continuously and intelligently controlled based on solar production, consumption, and, where applicable, dynamic energy prices (requires Luqas Dynamic Control).

    In case of solar surplus, Luqas stores as much energy as possible in the battery instead of injecting it into the grid. This increases your self-consumption and reduces your grid offtake.

    If you have a dynamic energy contract, Luqas can also choose to actively charge your battery from the grid during low-price periods. At Qbus, we apply a minimum price delta of €80/MWh, which corresponds to 8 cents per kWh. Only when the difference between a low-price and a high-price moment exceeds 8 c€/kWh will Luqas deliberately charge the battery from the grid in order to discharge it later at a financial advantage.

    This threshold takes into account:

    • the depreciation cost per battery cycle (degradation),
    • grid costs,
    • conversion losses during charging and discharging,
    • and standby losses of the battery.

    This prevents the battery from performing unnecessary cycles for a limited financial gain.

    In addition, Luqas intelligently plans the battery’s discharge. When energy prices vary per quarter hour, the available charge is primarily reserved for the most expensive 15-minute intervals of the day. Instead of discharging immediately at every consumption moment, Luqas stores energy for those peak periods where the savings are greatest.

    The result: maximum financial optimization, minimal wear, and a battery that only operates when it truly pays off.

  • What is a charging profile?

    What is a charging profile?

     

    Create your own personal charging profile for energy-efficient and automatic car charging.

     

    Set your individual preferences and charge your vehicle in an ecological and cost-efficient way, without even needing to open the app. How does it work?

     

    Simply: your vehicle is charged with a preset number of kilometers within a certain timeframe, perfectly tailored to your specific needs. The charged energy is determined as efficiently as possible based on two crucial factors:

     

    • The set energy slider​
    • The set rate: single, dual, or dynamic rate​

    When you connect your vehicle to the charging station, it automatically selects your unique charging profile and starts charging immediately according to your preferences. You can easily change your charging profile via a notification on your smartphone.

     

    Curious about how to create a charging profile? Watch the video below:

  • What are the available intelligent charging modes ?

    What intelligent charging modes are available?

     

    Three intelligent charging modes are available:

    • Manual
    • Sun Only
    • Automatic

    With these three new charging modes, we offer a personalized and efficient charging process that makes charging the car even more intuitive:

     

    Manual

    The end user has full control over the charging power and can determine how much power is charged. Charge the car at a constant rate up to 100% or disconnect it at any time. Choose full comfort!

     

    Sun Only

    Charge the car only using solar energy. The charging process starts only when sufficient solar energy is available.

     

    Automatic

    The car is charged with a preset number of kilometers within a specific period.

    The amount of charged energy is determined as economically as possible, taking into account:

    • The settings of the energy slider.
    • The set rate: single, dual, or dynamic tariff.

    These new charging modes provide a flexible and advanced approach for a personalized and efficient charging process, tailored to diverse needs and situations.

  • How much can I save with Luqas?

    With Luqas, you save in various ways:

     

    1. Autoconsumption: Luqas ensures that the generated energy is effectively consumed or stored in the home. Storing can be achieved, for example, by raising the temperature of the warm water tank of the heat pump or the boiler.
    2. Peak-shaving: Due to the new electricity bill calculation, you are penalized if you operate too many devices simultaneously, causing peaks in electricity consumption. 1 kWh costs you 45 euros annually excluding VAT. Luqas will avoid your peaks by automatically slowing down the electric car's charging and by reducing the output of the heat pump or boilers when you consume too much. And if that's not enough, Luqas will send you a message* if you're close to exceeding your peak consumption, so you can intervene if desired.
    3. Reduced consumption through awareness: by receiving messages on excessive consumption, by limiting your energy consumption via the Energy Slider, by receiving energy insights with personalized tips, and by using smart charging modes, you become aware of your energy consumption and are able to control it more effectively.

    *Only with Luqas Control or Luqas Dynamic Control subscription.

     

    The amount you save depends on the major consumers in your home. If you don't have a heat pump or charging station, savings are only based on avoiding peak loads (peak-shaving). If you also have a heat pump and charging station, in addition to peak-shaving, you can save by using self-generated energy (auto-consumption) instead of selling it back to the grid at a price much lower than the price at which you buy energy.

     

    Based on average energy consumption, test cases in residential environments, feedback from heat pump manufacturers (savings through self-consumption), and price information from VREG, we arrive at the following savings:

    **Household with heat pump** **Household with charging station** **Household with heat pump and charging station**​​​​​​​

    Household consumption​​​​​​​

    7.500 kWh

    7.000 kWh

    11.000 kWh

    Potential peak consumption savings*​​​​​

    € 275

    € 605

    € 880

    Potential increase in self-consumption savings​​​​​​​**

    € 337

    € 773

    € 593

    Total potential savings

    € 612

    € 652

    € 1.473

    Luqas payback period***

    1,5 years

    1,5 years

    < 1 year

    * Calculated at €55/kW (incl. VAT) and a decrease in peak consumption of 5kW (scenario 1), 11kW (scenario 2), and 16kW (scenario 3).​​​​​​​

    ** Calculated with a 15% increase in self-consumption for a heat pump, 8% for a charging station, and 18% for a heat pump and charging station. The energy price is €0.30/kWh = €0.34/kWh (consumption) - €0.04/kWh (feed-in tariff) (VREG - March 2025).​​​​​​​

    *** Calculated with a total cost of €900 for Luqas with installation including VAT.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

  • Does Luqas take current energy prices into account?

    Thanks to the subscription model Luqas Dynamic Control, you can smartly manage your energy using dynamic rates. Luqas anticipates favorable energy prices and enables optimal energy management by considering predicted consumption behavior, weather forecasts, and future prices, all to find the best balance between cost and comfort.

  • What is the difference between Luqas and Luqas Charging Hub?

    The Luqas and the Luqas Charging Hub are both smart solutions for controlling and managing charging stations, inverters, and heat pumps. Functionally, they are equivalent: both systems feature all core functionalities like the energy slider, energy measurement, load-balancing, and quarter peak management, ensuring the available power is always used optimally and safely. 

    The difference mainly lies in scale and application
    The Luqas is intended for residential applications and smaller installations, supporting up to 2 charging stations. Additionally, Luqas works with three subscription models: View (insight), Control (management), and Dynamic Control (fully dynamic management). 

    The Luqas Charging Hub is designed for larger installations and charging plazas and can manage up to 20 charging stations. A unique feature of the Charging Hub is that load protection at multiple levels can be configured, for example, per building, per group, or per charging point. The Charging Hub operates with two subscription models: View and Control

    In summary
    Both solutions offer exactly the same smart energy and charging functionalities. Thus, the choice between Luqas and the Luqas Charging Hub does not depend on what they can do, but on how many charging stations you want to manage and how complex your installation is

    function description LQS06SA LQSCH20SA

    number of controllable charging stations

    2

    20

    number of overload protection levels

    1 level

    multiple

    subscriptions

    View, Control, Dynamic control

    View, Control

    dynamic battery management

    via dynamic control subscription

    battery control base on pv injection

  • Is it possible to make changes to the configuration after completing the Luqas wizard?

    Yes, after setting up the Luqas wizard, it is possible to make changes to the configuration. The installer has the ability to make remote adjustments via the Luqas wizard. This can be done by:

     

    In the Qbus Control application, clicking on "settings" on the device and then scrolling all the way down.

     

    Under "Configuration," you have two options to provide the installer with access to the Luqas wizard:

     

    • The installer can scan the QR code to gain direct access to the wizard.
    • You can forward a link to the installer's email address. This link is valid for 12 hours.

    After 12 hours, the link expires and a new link must be sent. Currently, this feature is only available on the Qbus Control app.


     

  • How does dynamic single-phase to three-phase charging work?

    By dynamically switching between single-phase and three-phase charging, Luqas can manage the available power much more precisely. When only a limited amount of power is available, for example in Sun-only mode, where you charge exclusively with solar energy, Luqas can choose to charge the vehicle in single-phase mode, making even a limited solar output useful. As soon as enough power is available (typically at least 6 A per phase + a 2 A buffer), Luqas switches to three-phase charging for a faster charging.

    Because electric vehicles generally do not like to switch frequently between single-phase and three-phase charging, Luqas limits the number of switching: a maximum of once every 5 minutes and up to 6 times per hour. This keeps the charging experience stable and avoids unnecessary interruptions for the vehicle.

    Which charging stations support this feature?

    Not all charging stations support dynamic phase switching. Currently, this feature is available on the following compatible stations:

    • Alfen Eve Single Pro-line and Eve Double Pro-line
    • Easee Charge Up and Charge Max
    • Zaptec Go2 and Pro

    Check the compatible charging stations page for the most up-to-date list and configuration instructions per brand.

User Documentation

Control

1. Introduction

On the energy page of Qbus Control you have a complete overview of your energy consumption.

This page is divided into the following categories:

  • Live: where you can see at a glance where your energy is going.
  • Energy prediction: Here you can see the best time to charge your car according to the predicted solar strength.
  • Peak consumption: The introduction of the capacity tariff will penalize large peaks in consumption via the bill. On this page you can limit your peak consumption.
  • Energy insights: Gain insight into your energy consumption compared to the previous month.
  • Energy charts: Here you can check the energy consumption of all your devices.

You can control your devices such as an electric car or a heat pump on the Dashboard

2. Energie

Live

  • Energy flows
    Enery Live Energyflows

    This page is divided into the following categories:

    • Live: where you can see at a glance where your energy is going.
    • Energy forecast: here you can see the best period to charge your car according to the predicted solar strength.
    • Peak consumption: the introduction of the capacity tariff ensures that large peaks in consumption will be penalized via the bill. You can limit your peak consumption on this page.
    • Energy insights: get insight on your energy consumption compared to the previous month here.
    • Energy graphs: here you can view the energy consumption of all your consumers.

Purchase and sale to the grid

  • Grid energy
    Enery Live Consumption History Grid enery
    • On the graph, you can see how much energy was taken from the grid.
    • And below that, how much energy was taken from the grid in total.
  • Solar energy
    Enery Solar energy production

    This page shows you how much energy your solar panels have generated.

    • A green bar with a positive value indicates how much energy from the solar panels you have used yourself.
    • A green bar with a negative value indicates how much energy from the solar panels was left over.
    • The orange line shows how much energy from the solar panels you have used yourself

    Below the graphs you can see a total of:

    • Solar energy production: How much energy your solar panels generated for the selected day.
    • Own consumption: How much energy you consumed yourself for the selected day.
    • Export of solar energy: How much energy you fed into the grid for the selected day.

    And at the very bottom of the page, we see for the past months what percentage of our energy consumption we have generated ourselves.
    Tap on a bar to see the percentage.

    If you click on the calendar icon in the top right, you can choose a different day.

Check your Consumption History

  • Charging points
    Enery Live Consumption History EV Charge

    In this chart, you can see not only how much energy your car needed to charge, but also how much energy you needed from the grid and how much energy from your solar panels.

  • Heatpump
    Enery Live Consumption History Heat Pump

    Luqas also automatically controls your heat pump. Here you can see the status of the heat pump and make adjustments yourself if necessary.

Energy forecast

  • Energy forecast
    Enery Energy Forecast

    Your Luqas module takes predicted weather forecasts into account. Based on the forecasts, the Luqas will determine the most favorable moment to charge your car.

Peak consumption

  • Peak consumption
    Enery Peak Consumption

    The introduction of the capacity tariff ensures that large peaks in consumption will be penalized through the invoice. On this page, you can monitor and limit your peak consumption.

    At the bottom of the page, you can set the value at which the Luqas should intervene. If the limit threatens to be exceeded, car charging will be postponed.

Energy insights

  • Energy insights
    Enery Insight

    Thanks to the insights, you can compare how much energy was generated, consumed, and taken from the grid compared to the previous year.

    At the top, you can choose the month you want to check.

    Each energy measurement has the following parameters:

    1. The name of the measurement.
    2. The total value of the measurement for the selected month.
    3. The difference compared to last year.
    4. A visual value of the selected month for the previous year.
    5. A visual value of the selected month.
  • Insights
    Enery Insight Insights
    • Number of quarter-hour peak notifications: How many times we informed you when you were about to exceed the peak consumption value.
    • Self-consumption percentage: This percentage indicates how much of your energy consumption you generated yourself.
    • Number of automatic interventions: The number of times the Luqas intervened to limit your energy consumption.
  • Insights about your Electrical meter
    Enery Insight Digital Meter

    You can consult the energy insights of:

    • How much you have withdrawn from the grid.
    • How much you have injected into the grid
    • How much gas you have consumed
    • How much water you have consumed
    • What your highest quarter peak was
  • Insights about your appliances
    Enery Insight Appliances

    You can consult the energy insights of:

    • The consumption of your electric cars
    • The yield of your solar panels
  • Tips and tricks
    Enery Insight Tips

    Finally, we provide you with some tips and tricks that can help you optimize your energy consumption.

Energy graphs

  • Purchase/Injection Consumption

    Consumption is expressed in kWh. Turning on the microwave for 5 minutes is 0.084 kWh.

    • Energy Grpah Purchase Injection Consumption Day
    • Energy Grpah Purchase Injection Consumption Month
    • Energy Grpah Purchase Injection Consumption Year

    Day

    Here you can see by hour what the highest consumption was for the chosen day. We see that we started taking energy from the grid a little before 9am.

    • We also see the peak consumption of that day: 13,27kWh.
    • and the lowest consumption: 3,51kWh.

    In the bottom section you can read the day's total.

    • Consumption during peak hours.
    • The off-peak consumption.
    • The injected consumption in peak hours of your solar panels.
    • The injected off-peak consumption of your solar panels.

    Month

    Here you can see per day what the highest consumption was for the selected month.

    • We see that our solar panels generated the most on day 14 (131.64kWh)
    • and the least on day 12 (28,50kWh).

    We see in we weekdays mainly a decrease in energy, both in peak and off-peak hours.
    On weekends we have a decrease in off-peak hours and there is still enough output to inject back into the grid.

    In the bottom section you can read the monthly total.

    • The off-peak consumption.
    • The off-peak consumption.
    • The injected consumption in peak hours of your solar panels.
    • The injected off-peak consumption of your solar panels.

    Year

    Here you can see per month what the highest consumption was for the chosen year.

    • We see that in January 1992.03kWh was taken from the grid
    • and in June only 390.71kWh

    We can clearly see in this overview that during the summer months there was more injection during off-peak hours. We can explain this because the off-peak hours fall on the weekend when our office is closed.

    In the lower part, you can read the annual total.

    • The consumption taken during peak hours
    • The consumption taken during off-peak hours
    • The injected consumption during peak hours of your solar panels
    • The injected consumption during off-peak hours of your solar panels
  • Purchase/Injection Power

    The power is expressed in W or kW. 1000 Watts is 1 kilowatt.

    These graphs show the power you have consumed for the selected period.

    Below the graph, the average consumed power for the selected period is displayed.

    • Energy Grpah Purchase Injection Power Day
    • Energy Grpah Purchase Injection Power Month
    • Energy Grpah Purchase Injection Power Year
  • Charging Station

    This chart shows how much energy your electric vehicle has consumed

    At the bottom under Consumption you can see the total consumption of your vehicle for the selected period.

    • Energy Grpah Charging Station Day
    • Energy Grpah Charging Station Month
    • Energy Grpah Charging Station Year
  • Solar panels
  • Quarter peak

    This chart shows you the maximum quarter-hour peak in kW for the selected period.

    At the bottom is the highest measured quarter-hour peak for the selected period.

    • Energy Grpah Quarter peak Day
    • Energy Grpah Quarter peak Month
    • Energy Grpah Quarter peak Year
  • Current

    Here you can see what the measured current is for the selected period and at the bottom the average power consumption for the selected period.

    • Energy Grpah Current Day
    • Energy Grpah Current Month
    • Energy Grpah Current Year
  • Voltage

    This graph shows the course of the voltage, per phase. And shows you what the average voltage was for the chosen period.

    • Energy Grpah Voltage Day
    • Energy Grpah Voltage Month
    • Energy Grpah Voltage Year
  • Gas

    In these graphs, you can see your gas consumption for the chosen period. At the bottom, it is stated how much gas you have consumed on average for this period.

    Energy Grpah Gas Day
3. Take Control

The items that are operable were automatically added to your Dashboard by the Luqas Wizard. 

  • Instanious power
    Instant power

    At the top we see the instantaneous power meter. The meter can be instantly consulted to see what is being consumed or injected into the grid. If the needle is at 0, nothing is being consumed or injected. If the meter points left, power is being injected; if the meter points right, power is being drawn from the grid.

    If you click on the needle, you can view the recent history:

    • Instant power 24h
    • Instant power 7d
    • Instant power 30d
  • Quarter peak power
    Quarter peak power

    A clock that communicates the current monthly peak and predicted quarter peak to the end customer.
    On the left you see the current monthly quarter peak for this month.
    On the right you see the predicted quarter peak. This will be the peak for the next quarter peak.
    With a green bell, the predicted quarter peak is below the current quarter peak. With a red color, the quarter peak will be exceeded.

    When you click on the clock you can view the recent history:

    • Quarter peak power 24h
    • Quarter peak power 7d
    • Quarter peak power 30d
  • Energy slider
    Energy slider

    This slider allows the end customer to set the maximum allowed power. The Luqas module then ensures that this limit will not be exceeded by a controlled heat pump or a charging station. This will not be a constant value throughout the year. This way, the end customer can adjust it himself, depending on the situation.

    It can be adjusted by clicking on the icon and sliding the slider left or right.

    Energy slider Detail

    There are also 3 standard selection options:

    • Efficient: for ecologically low consumption.
    • Comfort: for normal operation.
    • Boost: here a power is released to allow the charging station/heat pump to operate freely.

    By clicking on the icon in the top right corner, you can view the recent history:

    • Energy slider 24h
    • Energy slider 7d
    • Energy slider 30d
  • Charging station control

    Luqas will charge your car optimally with solar energy, the lowest rates (dual or dynamic rate), taking into account your energy slider, thus minimizing your peak consumption.

    Control energy 5

    The charging cable around the car icon will light up when the car is connected. When the car is charging, the car itself will turn green (charging at low speed), orange (charging at moderate speed), or red (charging at maximum power according to the charging station).
    In the detail menu, the desired charging profile and the active charging mode can be adjusted.

    Charging station LQS Profiles

    My charging profiles

    The car will charge a preset number of kilometers according to the chosen charging profile within the set duration and optimally spread in function of the rate. The perfect balance between comfort and energy efficiency. You can edit these charging profiles under Settings. See Intelligent Charging

    Charging station Detail

    Standard Charging Profiles

    Manual Charging

    Set your own charging speed. Charge the car at a fixed speed and choose maximum comfort!

    For example, when you need to charge a lot in a short time, you can choose Fast. You can select from Off - Slow - Normal - Fast.

    If you want to set the power with which your car will charge yourself, you can do this by swiping up / down.

    Please note when charging manually that Luqas will not intervene when the set quarter peak slider is exceeded, but will still prevent exceeding the total allowed power of the electricity meter.

    Sun Only

    Charge the car using only solar energy. The charging process only starts when sufficient solar energy is available - the key to energy-efficient charging.

     

    By clicking the icon in the top right corner, you can view the recent history:

    • Charging station 24h
    • Charging station 7d
    • Charging station 30d
  • Heatpump control
    LQS Control Warmtepomp 1

    The heat pump can be controlled automatically by the module.

    LQS Control Warmtepomp 2

    The automatic control works as follows: 

    When there is sufficient energy injection, the module’s logic will switch the heat pump to comfort or boost mode to buffer excess energy.
    When energy consumption is high, the control system will take the energy slider setting into account and may temporarily shut down the heat pump at certain times.
    This ensures that the set maximum power is respected and helps keep the quarterly peak under control.

    Alternating regime Does the heat pump switch...

    Off

    ...off for up to 2 hours. After this, the normal state will be activated for at least 1 hour.

    Normal

    ...not. Normal heat pump control is followed.

    Comfort

    ...to a higher comfort temperature so that energy can be buffered in domestic hot water, space heating or buffer tanks. The heat pump switches to this mode when the current injection is higher than the value entered in the comfort – normal mode configuration.

    Boost

    ...to a maximum temperature so that energy can be buffered to the maximum extent possible in domestic hot water or buffer tanks. The heat pump switches to this mode when the current injection is higher than the value entered in the configuration boost – comfort mode.

    The power ratings for each mode must be entered in the configuration wizard.
    When switching up per mode, for example from “OFF” → “Normal”, “Normal” → “Comfort” or “Comfort” → “Boost”, the module remains in normal and boost mode for 5 minutes and in comfort mode for 10 minutes.

    When switching down, each state remains active for at least 1 minute.

    If there is no home battery, the system will switch back from boost to comfort or from comfort to normal as soon as the net consumption exceeds 50% of the power entered in the respective step. If there is a battery, the switchback will occur as soon as there is a net energy withdrawal from the grid.

    Warmtepomp menu

    In the detail screen, you can also manually control the heat pump or switch it off completely.

    The shutdown function can be used when you are away for an extended period.

    Warmtepomp manueel

    In manual mode, you can choose the power level your heat pump should deliver yourself.

    After 2 hours, Luqas will switch your heat pump back to automatic control to help keep your energy consumption in check.

    Historical data

    By clicking the icon in the top right corner, you can view the recent history:

    • LQS Control Warmtepomp 3
    • LQS Control Warmtepomp 4
    • LQS Control Warmtepomp 5
  • Battery control

    Luqas can also read your battery status.

    Lqs batt 1

    On the overview screen, you can check your battery status via the icon.
    The arrows indicate whether the battery is currently charging, discharging, or in idle mode.

    Lqs batt 2

    The detail screen shows your battery’s charge level as a percentage (%)

    • Lqs batt 3
    • Lqs batt 4
    • Lqs batt 5

Technical info for installers

  • Function Description
    LQS

    With Luqas, the smart energy management module (LQS06SA), you can actively control up to 70% of your large electrical appliances in your household to minimise your final bill. This module allows you to easily control a heat pump or boiler in combination with an inverter, home battery and one or two single charging stations based on information from the digital meter or kWh meter, the calculated capacity tariff, and weather and consumption forecasts. In addition, it will make maximum use of your own generated energy by buffering energy. Various applications are possible. In addition to variable power control, switching devices on or off is also possible. The module can function both independently (stand-alone) and with a Qbus controller. Everything is presented visually in a simple and controllable manner in the Qbus Control application and Cloud. The module has six functions, which are explained in more detail below: P1 readout, P1 splitting, relay control, charging station control, pulse measurement, and Cloud visualisation and control. 

    The module is powered by 230Vac and connected to the digital meter via the P1 port and is also connected to the network. All data supplied by the digital meter is processed internally by the module for energy control. In combination with a Qbus CTD controller, you can use this data in binary or analogue logic for further controls such as dynamic boiler control, accumulation controls and other applications.

    As an alternative to the digital meter with P1 port, the module can also control based on a Modbus kWh meter. In Annex 5 of this data sheet, you will find a table of compatible meters. 

    Depending on the type of connection (single-phase or three-phase), the presence of a digital gas meter and/or digital water meter, you have up to 25 parameters at your disposal: meter readings, current power, voltages, currents, gas consumption, water consumption, etc. The data readout via the P1 port of the digital meter can be combined via the pulse inputs for 1 or 2 additional kWh meters. This allows you to link the data from your electricity generation and/or main consumer(s) separately.

    The direct network connection allows you to configure this module, even when used stand-alone, via https://luqaswizard.qbuscontrol.com . The bus connection allows this module to be expanded or connected to a Qbus Full system.

    The module performs autonomous active energy control via, among other things, the two potential-free relay contacts. These contacts can be used to control Smart Grid inputs of heat pumps, or can be used directly to switch powers up to 16A per contact. A list of compatible heat pumps that have Smart Grid control can be found in Annex 1. A list of compatible heat pump boilers that have a PV contact can be found in Annex 2.

    The LQS06SA can communicate via a network connection using the MODBUS TCP/IP or Modbus RTU (RS485) protocol with charging stations, provided they are located in the same network. The module uses this to variably control the power output based on the set capacity, consumption and fuse protection. A list of compatible charging stations can be found in Appendix 3. Two charging stations can be dynamically controlled as standard.

    The LQS06SA can also communicate with an inverter and home battery via a network connection. The module not only reads parameters such as generated energy or battery status, but also actively controls the inverter: on the one hand, the module can temporarily reduce the generated power when there is injection and negative dynamic tariffs (“Curtailment”). On the other hand, the battery can also be actively charged when dynamic rates are very low and the energy can be fed back later in the day when prices are high. A list of compatible inverters can be found in Annex 4.

    This module is also equipped with a smart P1 port switch that splits the P1 data across three P1 OUT ports. In a later phase, the data from the P1 port can also be intelligently transmitted to the three P1 OUT ports. This allows devices that use P1 data to be influenced in a smart way.  

    By default, you can use the energy slider within the Qbus Control app. This feature is included in the module's functionality without restriction.  

    From the moment you start using it, you can also use additional features free of charge for six months to make you more aware of your energy consumption. You can set alerts that generate push notifications on the app, send an email and/or text message to users when the selected consumption, generation or predicted quarter-hourly peak consumption thresholds are exceeded.  Users can check the status of the controlled consumers on the Qbus Control App, adjust the consumers, and consult and download current and historical energy consumption in an intuitive way.

    These functionalities can then be activated by an annual or monthly renewal of this service or a one-off activation for an indefinite period. 

     

    Figuur 2 Qbus Control application

    Nieuwe Qbus Control 7

     

    Stand-Alone Operation: 

    After the power supply is connected and the network connection is established, the Stand-Alone configuration can be done via the user-friendly configuration assistant ‘luqaswizard’: https://luqaswizard.qbuscontrol.com. Through the luqaswizard, you go through all settings in a simple way. You can set which devices are connected and what power they have. The user can then visualize and control their energy management via the Qbus Control app or Cloud. If the Luqas Control is no longer active, the module will continue to operate autonomously based on the already set values. The user receives messages well in advance to renew their account. 

    Combination with CTD 

    If the module is connected to a Qbus controller (CTD), the settings can be made via System Manager III, and the data is also usable in logic. By connecting the LQS06SA to a CTD, you have access to all functionalities possible within a Qbus system.  

    The LQS06SA has a unique serial number and activation code that is entered during configuration, in the configuration software System Manager III or via the configuration wizard. All programmed data remains internally stored in a permanent memory. 

  • Technical specifications

    General specifications LQS06SA: 

    • Power supply: 230Vac +-10%, 50Hz - maximum protection C16A/2P
    • Dielectric strength: tested at 3kVac
    • Typical consumption: max. 39mA (all relay outputs on)
    • Environmental Temperature:
    • Operational temperature: 10°C to 50°C
    • Storage temperature: -10°C to 60°C
    • Maximum humidity: 93%, no condensation
    • Bus load: 5mA at nominal voltage 13.8V
    • Maximum installation height: 2,000 meters above sea level.
    • Luqas module LQS with order code LQS06SA refers to the 6 types of connections. LQS also has software extensions that cannot be quantified by a number. 

    Outputs: 

    Relays 1 and 2 => potential-free contacts for maximum current: 16A: 

    • Contact resistance: 100mW
    • Set/Reset time: 15ms max / 5ms max
    • Lifetime: 20 million operations
    • Maximum current: Resistive load (cos phi = 1) 16A at 230Vac / 30VDC 
      Inductive load (cos phi= 0.4; L/R = 7 ms) 8A at 230Vac / 30VDC
    • Maximum switching power: Resistive load (cos phi= 1) 3680VA at 230Vac, 480W at 30Vdc; Inductive load (cos phi = 0.4; L/R = 7 ms) 1840VA at 230Vac, 240W at 30Vdc
    • It is strongly recommended not to exceed these values; if exceeded, an external contactor must be used. 

    Electrical Protection 

    • Bus: 13.8Vdc -18Vdc very low safety voltage.
    • In accordance with EN50491-5-1, EN50491-5-2, EN60529
    • Dielectric strength: module is tested and approved at 3kVac. (50 Hz, 1 min)
    • Non-toxic, in accordance with WEEE/RoHS  

    CE 

    • Qbus declares that this product complies with all applicable European directives and regulations.
    • The EU declaration of conformity is available upon simple request. 

    Physical specifications: 

    • Casing: plastic, self-extinguishing according to UL94-V0
    • Protection grade: IP20, EN 60529
    • Installation: quick mounting on DIN rail, width 6 modules
    • Dimensions (h x w x l): 62mm x 90mm x 107mm
    • Weight: approximately 150g.
  • Sizing
    LQS Afmetingen
  • Symbol explanation
    Symbool Dubbele isollatie

    Equipment where protection against the risk of electric contact is not only based on basic insulation but also on additional protection such as double insulation or reinforced insulation. There is no possibility for grounding.

     

    Symbool Gevaar Aandachtig lezen

    Before connecting the device, it is mandatory to read the manual of the respective product. ISO7000-0434

    Symbool Gevaarlijke spanning

    Power supply connection (230V) to the power supply connector. IEC 60417-5036

    Symbool CE

    CE conformity. All declarations of conformity are available upon request.

  • Warranty Specification

    2 years from the date of delivery. The warranty becomes void if the module has been opened! The warranty period is extended by 2 years if it was installed by a certified Qbus installer.

    In case of defects, Qbus support should be contacted by a certified installer. After registration with Qbus support, the defective module can be sent, unsealed and with a description of the defect, to our Qbus support.

    Contact details:       

    Qbus NV

    Joseph Cardijnstraat 19

    B-9420 Erpe-Mere

    Tel: +32 (0)53 60 72 10

    Fax: +32 (0)53 60 72 19

    Email: support@qbus.be

Technical Data Sheet LQS06SA

Download the technical datasheet here

General

  • Safety Regulations

    Read the complete manual before installing and activating the module. 

    ATTENTION 

    • The module must be installed, commissioned, and maintained by a certified electrical installer in accordance with the applicable legal regulations of the country.
    • This module is only suitable for DIN-rail installation EN50022. The module must be installed in a fireproof, enclosed distribution box with ventilation grilles.
    • Before working on the LQS06SA, the power supply must be turned off.
    • Never connect external voltages (e.g., 230Vac) to the SER485 bus, the Qbus bus, or the pulse inputs! This will cause irreversible damage to the module and/or connected devices.
    • The module must not be opened. The warranty will be void if the module is opened!
    • CAUTION! Not all systems will be suitable for control. Always check the technical specifications of the device to be interfaced. 

Installation and wiring

  • Installation

    ATTENTION: DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY TO THE MODULE BEFORE WORKING ON THE MODULE

    Click the module onto a DIN rail DIN EN50022. 

  • Power Supply

    A two-pole automatic circuit breaker with a maximum of 16A should be connected to the module's power supply of 230Vac. However, protection starting from 2A is sufficient. Conductor cross-section: minimum 1.5mm² at 16A. Strip approximately 7mm of insulation from the conductor and screw the conductor into the L-N connector. 

  • Load/Relay

    The LQS06SA is equipped with 2 potential-free contacts, each capable of switching 16A. The contacts can be used for controlling Smart Grid Ready inputs on heat pumps or as individual switching contacts for controlling devices (for example, as a PV contact). You can determine the function of each relay contact via the configuration. Conductor cross-section: minimum 1.5mm² at 16A. Strip approximately 7mm of insulation from the conductor and screw the conductors into the connectors. 

     !Note: if the two relays are combined for Smart Grid, then relay 1 = SG0 and relay 2 = SG1. 

  • Pulse inputs & RS485

    Strip approximately 7mm of insulation from the cable and insert the cable into push-in terminals +1 -1; +2 -2. Both solid and stranded wires between 0.5mm² – 1.5mm2 can be used. For stranded wires, press the pressure spring of the push-in terminal with a screwdriver while inserting the wire.  

    The wires can be released by pressing the pressure spring of the push-in terminal at the top with a screwdriver while simultaneously pulling the wire out without exerting excessive force. 

  • Ethernet

    Connect the network cable that establishes a connection to the internet and the charging station via the network, if it communicates with the energy management module using the TCP/IP protocol. 

  • P1 ports

    Connect to the P1 IN using the supplied RJ12 cable (crossed, 5m) with the P1 port of the digital meter. The maximum length of the crossed RJ12 cable can be up to 20 meters. The other P1 ports (P1 01, P1 02, and P1 03) pass the original P1 data directly through. 

  • Activation P-port

    The activation of the P1 port can best be done well in advance of the installation of the energy management module. The request usually proceeds via the user account on the distribution system operator’s website. Below you will find the list of available network operators in your region:  Brussels

    • Sibelga 

    Netherlands:  

    • Coteq Netbeheer
    • Enduris
    • Enexis
    • Liander
    • RENDO Netwerken
    • Stedin
    • Westland Infra. 

    Flanders

    • Fluvius 

    Wallonia

    • ORES
    • RESA
    • REW
    • AIEG
    • AIESH 
  • Qbus bus cabling

    Any shielded cable with conductors of at least 2 x 1 mm² can be used as a bus cable. The green shielded EIB cable is the recommended cable when the conductors are twisted together in pairs to obtain a section of at least 2 x 1 mm². The shielding of the bus cable must, and can only, be connected at one end to the general grounding of the building.

  • LED indicatie op de module

    Green:  

    • PWR 230VAC (above) = power supply OK;
    • PWR Bus (only when using the bus system with CTD) = power supply OK
    • P1 IN: Indicates that the P1 port is correctly activated
    • RS485 TX: RS485 communication is outgoing from the module 

     Red:  

    • Status LED: lights for 2 seconds during startup and when combined with a CTD, during programming with System Manager III.
    • RS485 RX: RS485 communication responds back 

    Orange:  

    • Relay outputs 1 & 2: Output active  

Connection Diagram

  • Connection diagram example with P1 meter
    Figuur 3a Aansluitschemavoorbeeld met P1 meter
  • Connection diagram example with Modbus kWh meter
    Figuur 3b Aansluitschemavoorbeeld met Modbus k Wh meter
  • Connection diagram example LQS06SA with charging station and Smart Grid control
    FIGUUR3

Luqas Wizard

To set up the module for use in Qbus Control, navigate to Luqas Wizard or scan the QR code you can find on your module. Then, follow the steps to set up the module for use.

  • Step 1: Add module
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 1
    1. This wizard can also be used to set up a Luqas Charging Hub (LQSCH20). Make sure you choose the correct module.
    2. Enter the serial number of your Luqas.
    3. Enter the activation code of your Luqas.
    4. Click on this arrow to proceed to the next step.

    You can find the Serial Number and the Activation Code on your module.

    Luqas act code
  • Step 2: Your meter
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 2

    If the installation has a digital water and/or gas meter, you can indicate it here. They will then be included in the energy dashboard.

    1. If you have connected the digital meter to your Luqas module, then select Digital Fluvius meter
    2. If your gas connection is connected to your digital meter, then choose YES
    3. If your water connection is connected to your digital meter, then choose YES
    4. Click on this arrow to proceed to the next step.
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 2 1

    If you do not have a digital meter, you can still use the Luqas module by installing an Energy Meter. In this case, choose KWH MODBUS METER.

    1. Select the brand of your modbus energy meter
    2. Select the model of your modbus energy meter
    3. Select the communication protocol
    4. If the communication is via RTU, here you should enter the modbus Slave ID. For a Socomec, for example, this is standard 5
    5. Enter the maximum current here. The Luqas will ensure that this current will never be exceeded. 
  • Step 3: Your electricity connection

    Enter the details of your electricity meter and any inverter here.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 3
    1. Set the type of connection for your electricity grid here. (You can also determine this from your Fluvius digital meter: If you only see L1 on the display, you have a single-phase connection. If you see L1, L2 and L3, you have a three-phase connection)
    2. If you have a day/night meter, set it to YES, otherwise to NO. You can also determine this from the Fluvius meter. If you see a sun and a moon, you have a day/night meter.
    3. Indicate here whether your installation has an inverter for solar panels.
    4. And the maximum power that your inverter can deliver.
    5. The value of your main circuit breaker depends on your connection. You can read this value on the circuit breaker in the cabinet of your digital meter.
    6. Select the country of the installation here.
    7. You can optionally set the range of 'The dial' that you will see later in Qbus Control. By default, values were assigned based on the values you previously entered.
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 3 1

    Click on this arrow to proceed to the next step.

  • Step 4: Connection pulse inputs

    The Luqas has 2 pulse inputs. You can use these to monitor the energy of devices that transmit their energy consumption through pulse outputs.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 4
    1. / 2. Select an input to set up a device
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 4 1
    1. Give your device a name
    2. Select what type of device you have connected.
    3. Set the parameters of your device.
    4. Click Save to save the changes.
  • Step 5: Control relay outputs

    The Luqas has 2 relay outputs. These can be used to control a heat pump with Smart Grid contacts or to separately control a boiler.

    By setting a power level for each device, the Luqas can manage your device if there is power injection. This ensures that no energy flows to the grid if it can be stored in your installation.

    Smart Grid ready heat pumps

    Heat pumps can be operated more energy-efficiently thanks to Smart Grid contacts. These contacts enable energy to be thermally buffered (in domestic hot water or space heating) or household energy consumption to be distributed by temporarily switching off the heat pump. By optimizing the use of an air/water heat pump during the day, it can operate up to 20% more efficiently on average, consuming less energy while increasing your self-consumption. 

    The switching of the two relay contacts depends on the type of heat pump, the currently generated or consumed energy, and the end-customer's setting on the energy slider (distribution of energy consumption). Not every regime is available for every type or brand of heat pump.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 5
    1. Select YES to set up a Smart Grid heat pump
    2. Click on Configure Smart-Grid device
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 5 1
    1. Give your device a name
    2. Select the brand of your heat pump from the list
    3. Mode Normal: Indicate here what the nominal consumption of the heat pump is without electric resistance. The rule of thumb is the electrical power at 50% operation of the compressor. This can be found in the technical data sheet or requested from the heat pump supplier.
    4. Mode Comfort: Indicate here what the electrical consumption of the heat pump is without electric resistance. The rule of thumb is the electrical power at 100% operation of the compressor.
    5. Mode Boost: Indicate here what the electrical consumption of the heat pump is with electric resistance. The rule of thumb is the electrical power at 100% operation of the compressor and the auxiliary heating that is activated.
    6. Click on Save to save your changes
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 5 2
    1. here you have an overview of your device. In the top right corner, you can adjust the settings by using the gear icon.
    2. Click the arrow to proceed to the next step.

    Relay contacts

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    1. Choose No to use the relay contacts.
    2. Click on one of these buttons to set a relay.
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 5 4
    1. Give your device a name
    2. Choose the type of device you want to control
    3. Enter the parameters for your device.
    4. Click Save to save your changes
  • Step 6: Charging station control

    The Luqas can control up to 2 charging points. These can be either 2 separate charging stations or 1 charging station with 2 connections.

    A charging station always needs to be activated to be controlled by an external device. Read on the Charging Stations page on how to activate your charging station.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 6
    1. / 2. Click a button to add a charging station

    Single charging station

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 6 1
    1. Choose the brand of your charging station
      If the brand of your charging station has multiple models, you can also select these in an additional field.
    2. Give your charging station a name
    3. Select the communication protocol for your charging station
    4. If your charging station is connected via RTU, you can set the Slave ID here. For a TCP/IP connection, you will be able to enter an IP address here.
    5. Enter the minimum current your vehicle needs to start charging here.
    6. Set the maximum allowed charging current here. This value depends on the circuit breaker that secures the charging station.
    • Single-phase: Select the phase on which your charging station is connected.
    • Three-phase: Indicate the maximum allowed charging current.
    1. Click Save to store the changes

    Double charging station

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 6 2
    1. Select the brand of your charging station
    2. Select the model of your charging station
    3. Provide a name for the left port of your charging station
    4. Provide a name for the right port of your charging station
    5. Select the communication protocol for your charging station
    6. If your charging station is connected via RTU, you can set the Slave ID here. For a TCP/IP connection, you will be able to enter an IP address here.
    7. Enter the minimum current your car needs to start charging here.
    8. Set the maximum allowed charging current here. This value depends on the circuit breaker securing the charging station.
    • Single-phase: Select which phase your charging station is connected to.
    • Three-phase: Indicate the maximum allowed charging current.
    1. Click Save to save the changes

    Example overview

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 6 3
  • Step 7: Control your inverter

    In this step, you can set the parameters for your inverter.

    An inverter must always be activated to be controlled by an external device. Read on the Inverters page how to activate your charging station.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 7
    1. Click here to add an inverter.
    2. Click on Save to save the changes
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 7 1
    1. Give your inverter a name
    2. Select the brand of your inverter
    3. Select the model of your inverter
    4. Set the IP address of your inverter
    5. Click Save to keep your changes
  • Step 8: Range energy slider

    Indicate the range you want to allow for the customer's energy slider.
    This is a slider that allows the customer to dynamically set their maximum allowed power. Based on previous settings, a suggestion is made. This is different for each installation. Estimate this as accurately as possible based on the appliances present in the home.
    This can always be adjusted remotely later on.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 9
  • Step 9: Configuration and connection test

    In this step, you can check if the Luqas is connected to the energy meter. If the settings are correct, you will see the screen below. Otherwise, you will receive an error message and need to check if the P1 data is coming into your Luqas. On the module itself, the green LED should be lit at the connection, and your meter must be activated for this.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 10
    1. The values are taken from the energy meter. You can compare these values for verification with the values on your meter's display.
    2. Click on the arrow to proceed to the next step.
  • Step 10: Notifications

    In this step, you can set 3 notifications. The end user will receive an alert via the app for each notification if the set value is exceeded.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 11
    1. Overconsumption: If more energy flows out of the grid than set
    2. Overproduction: If more energy flows into the grid than set
    3. Monthly peak: If the set value will be exceeded at the current consumption
    4. Click on the arrow to proceed to the next step.
  • Step 11: Qbus control account

    In this step, you can link the Luqas module to the customer's account.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 12
    1. Enter the email address of the user's account
    2. Select the user's language
    3. Choose whether to automatically create a group for the user with the previously configured devices.
  • Step 12: Subscription

    In this step, you can activate a lifetime subscription for the customer.

    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 13
    1. Fill in the name of your company.
    2. Enter your email address.
    3. If you wish to purchase the subscription, then set the button to YES. After that, you can click the button to pay.
    4. Click on the arrow to proceed to the next step.
  • Step 13: Thank you
    LQS Luqas Wizard Step 14

    Luqas is now configured and ready for use.

Settings in Qbus Control

To optimize the functionalities of your Luqas, you need to set some parameters correctly in Qbus Control.

  • Intelligent charging

    Luqas will optimally charge your car using solar energy, the lowest rates (double or dynamic tariff), and taking into account your energy slider. Create the desired charging profiles for this.

    LQS Charging Profile 1
    1. Navigate to Settings - Smart Charging
    2. To make it easier for you, we have already prepared some predefined charging profiles for you.
    3. Click on Add Charging Profile to create a profile yourself.

    Note: If you do not have a Luqas linked to Qbus Control, you will receive a warning.

    Through the screen below, you can create a charging profile tailored to your needs.

    LQS Charging Profile 2
    1. Name load profile: Here you can give a name to the profile.
    2. Car consumption: Here you set how many kWh your car consumes to drive 100km.
    3. Charging point: When you connect your car to this charging point, your profile will be automatically selected. When you create multiple profiles for the same charging point, the order matters.
    4. Mode: The mode to use:
    • Automatic charging - The car will charge a preset number of kilometers according to the chosen charging profile within the set time duration and optimally spread in accordance with the rate. The perfect balance between comfort and energy efficiency.
    • Manual - Set your own charging speed. Charge the car at a fixed speed and choose full comfort!
    • Sun Only - Charge the car exclusively using solar energy. The charging process begins only when sufficient solar energy is available - the key to energy-efficient charging.
    1. Charging time: Here you set how much time the Luqas has to charge your car.
    2. Distance: The distance you enter here will determine how many km the car will be recharged.
    3. Click on the arrow to save your charging profile.

    If you attempt to create a charging profile that is not practically possible - e.g., you want to request more energy than your installation allows - you will receive a warning.

    You will receive a notification to confirm that your charging profile has been saved.

    LQS Charging Profile 3

    In the control screen, you can activate a charging profile.

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    When a vehicle is connected, the first profile will automatically start.

    LQS Charging Profile 4
    1. You can adjust the order of charge profiles by holding this icon and dragging it up or down.

    The user will also receive a push notification on their phone and can adjust the charge profile from there.

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  • Energy rates

    To accurately calculate the energy insights, we need the data from your energy supplier.

    Attention: This function requires at least a Luqas Control subscription.

     

    Tarieven 1
    1. Go to Energy Rates.
    2. Click on Add data.

    In the next screen you can enter the energy tariffs that belong to your energy supplier.
    The values will be saved when you enter them.

    Single tarif

    LQS Energy Settings 2
    1. If you have a single rate you can select it here.
    2. Enter the price for your electricity.
    3. If you selected the gas option in the Luqas Wizard, you can enter the price from your supplier here.
    4. If you chose the water option in the Luqas Wizard, you can enter the price of your supplier here.
    5. Put this slider in the Yes position if you want to get a push notification every month about your energy insights.

    Double tarif

    LQS Energy Settings 3
    1. If you have a dual rate you can select it here.
    2. Enter the price for your electricity during daytime hours.
    3. Enter the price for your electricity during night hours.
    4. If you chose the gas option in the Luqas Wizard, you can enter the price from your supplier here.
    5. If you have chosen the water option in the Luqas Wizard, you can enter here the price from your supplier.
    6. Put this slider in the Yes position if you want to get a push notification every month about your energy insights.

    Dynamic tarif

    LQS Energy Settings 4
    1. If you have a dynamic rate you can select it here. We will then take the dynamic rates into account.
    2. If you selected the gas option in the Luqas Wizard, you can enter the price from your supplier here.
    3. If you selected the water option in the Luqas Wizard, you can enter the price from your supplier here.
    4. Put this slider in the Yes position if you want to get a push notification every month about your energy insights.
  • Energy graphs

    On the energy dashboard, you can view detailed graphs of your consumption, generation, heat pump, charging station, etc. Configure here which graphs you wish to see.

    You can add graphs to the energy dashboard of measurements by the Luqas and EMM03 modules. Measurement from INA and ECM modules can only be done provided you have a Luqas or EMM03 module configured.

    Energy graphs
    1. Go to Energy graphs.
    2. If you have a Luqas some basic graphs were already created here.
    3. Click Add outputs to keep graphs of other Qbus outputs.

Settings via System Manager III

If the LQS06SA is used in a QBUS-FULL installation and is connected to the bus, it can also be configured via the System Manager III

  • Configuration of the inputs

    The LQS06SA is a DIN-rail module that can read data from the P1 port of a digital energy meter (BE and NL) and visualize it on universal I/Os.
     

    After entering the serial number (in our example an EMM03 with s/n 0017 B00017), the following screen appears:

    Qbus System Manager III Handleiding Update 04 2025 1 pdf image 556

    In the setup box in the upper right corner, you can first set whether you have a single or multiple hour tariff (also known as day-night tariff), whether injection is included (solar panels, battery, ...), whether a gas meter is connected, whether you have a 1-phase or 3-phase grid, and whether the LQS06SA is connected to a Belgian or Dutch P1 port.

    After checking the correct parameters and clicking the “Read status” button, you will see all values from the smart meter.

    Values in red are consumption, and values in green are injections into the grid.

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    To view these values in the Cloud, it is not necessary to create Qbus I/Os. These values can be seen on qbuscontrol.com via the choice "Energy". If you want to process the data yourself in analog logic or switch other relays on the bus, you need to assign I/Os to each desired parameter. When you click on the + symbol next to an I/O, the following question appears:

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    When you click "No," you can create or assign an individual I/O to the selected parameter.

    If you answer "Yes" here, all I/Os can be created simultaneously via the following window:

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    Verify that all setup parameters are correct, adjust the desired start of the names if necessary, and then click "Create I/Os".

    All individual I/Os that were not yet assigned in the module will be created with the correctly set type, minimum, maximum, multiplier, and unit for a standard home.

    The screen of the consumption for a dual hourly rate will then look as follows:

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    All energy values are displayed by the LQS06SA with a resolution of 0.1 kWh, instantaneous power has a resolution of 0.001 kW (= 1 Watt). Voltages are accurate to 0.1 V and currents to 0.01 A.

    Each time the difference from a previously sent value exceeds the set hysteresis and the "Dead time" has elapsed, the new value will be sent to the controller.

    The power is standard set at a maximum of 10 kW, the current at 40 A.

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    If your installation has larger (or smaller) consumers than usual, you can still adjust the minimum and maximum value for each I/O so that the gauge on the cloud looks better.

  • Controlling a Smart Grid heat pump

    When you check the "Smart Grid heat pump" button in the "I/O" tab, you can select your device type and enter the power capacities:

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    The 2 relays will set the heat pump to the correct mode according to the injection power using the 2 relays.

    Some types of heat pumps do not support every mode. New known and supported types will also be automatically added online later. If your heat pump type is not listed, do not hesitate to notify Qbus so that common types can be supported more quickly.

  • Controlling 2 independent relay outputs

    When you uncheck the "Smart Grid heat pump" button in the "Output" tab, you can set which I/O you control with relay 1 and relay 2.

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    Here you can also enter the power in kW that this I/O consumes.  The relay will activate when there is more injection than this set power and will deactivate as soon as the consumption is more than 50% of the set power.

  • Charging station setup

    Through the penultimate Tab, you can configure your charging station(s).

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    Provide a name, select the correct brand and model, maximum power, minimum charging current, IP address or hostname where the charging station has been configured, and the connected phase(s).
    The LQS06SA will then manage the charging according to the settings. More information can also be found through the Wizard settings.

  • Setup

    In the last Tab, you can adjust a few more settings:

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    Enter the maximum power of the main fuse here, the maximum power of your solar panels/battery/wind turbine, and the maximum power you wish to achieve. These latter values depend on your consumers and can be realistically set by the installer. More information about this can be found in the explanation of the LQS Wizard.

Settings of Compatible Devices

Here we keep information about the various products with which our Luqas modules are compatible. We strive to document as accurately as possible the actions you need to take to activate your product ->  Energy Management

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