Configuring Plug & Charge Authorization On-Site via ACE Service Installer
Overview
"Plug & Charge" authorization allows a charging station to start a transaction automatically when a vehicle is connected, eliminating the need for a charge pass. This guide explains how to configure Plug & Charge authorization on-site using the ACE Service Installer.
Configuration Steps
Access the Authorization Settings
Open the ACE Service Installer.
Navigate to the ‘Authorization’ tab.
In the left menu, select ‘Authorization’.
Enable Plug & Charge Authorization
Set the Authorization Mode to ‘Plug & Charge’.
Create a Plug & Charge ID
Enter a new Plug & Charge ID (must be a hexadecimal value: 0-9, A-F).
The ID can be based on the charging station’s object number or a custom hexadecimal identifier.
(ACE0123456 -→ A0123456)
Save the Configuration
Click ‘Save’ to apply the settings.
Important Notes
The Plug & Charge ID must be unique and formatted correctly (0-9, A-F).
If the ID is not valid, the charging station will not authorize transactions.
This method applies only to on-site configuration. For remote setup, refer to the remote configuration article that explains how to set up Plug & Charge via a Back Office.
Due to updated interpretations of “identifiable transactions,” Alfen’s Plug & Charge feature (without authentication) is no longer available on Eichrecht-compliant products.