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Accessory for SUNNY BOY 2000HF-US SUNNY BOY 2500HF-US SUNNY BOY 3000HF-US RS485-Quick Module Installation Guide RS485-QM-IA-eng-IUS111610 | IMUS-485QMODULE | Version 1.0...
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SMA assumes no responsibility for the compliance or noncompliance with such laws or codes in connection with the installation of the inverter. For all repair and maintenance always return the unit to an authorized SMA Service Center.
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General Warnings SMA America, LLC RS485-QM-IA-eng-IUS111610 Installation Guide...
Detailed information regarding installation, commissioning, maintenance and troubleshooting can be found in the inverter installation guide. Further information about SMA America, LLC equipment is available in the download section of the www.SMA-America.com website. Among other things, the download area contains the following items: •...
The RS485-Quick Module is provided as an upgrade kit or included in the scope of delivery of the inverter. The RS485-Quick Module is only suitable for use with SMA inverters of type Sunny Boy 2000HF-US / 2500HF-US / 3000HF-US. Please also observe the installation guide of the respective inverter.
RS485-Quick Module 3 RS485-Quick Module The SMA inverters of the SB 2000 HF-US / 2500 HF-US / 3000 HF-US types are equipped with a communication module (Quick Module) and a Bluetooth Wireless Technology interface by default. You can retrofit the inverters with the RS485-Quick Module with an RS485 interface and multifunction relay.
RS485-Quick Module SMA America, LLC 3.3 Interior View of the RS485-Quick Module Object Description Rotary switch for setting the installation country Rotary switch for setting the display language Rotary switch for the configuration of Bluetooth communication Multi-function relay and connection terminal...
SMA America, LLC Preparations for the RS485-Quick Module 4 Preparations for the RS485-Quick Module 4.1 Notes When the RS485-Quick Module is delivered, the resistor is located in the left spring-type terminal. If you do not wish to connect the inverter to the end of the RS485 bus, you must remove the resistor, in order to connect two cables.
Preparations for the RS485-Quick Module SMA America, LLC 4.3 Configuring the RS485-Quick Module 4.3.1 Setting the language and installation country via the rotary switch Configuration of the RS485-Quick Module Before Installation If you have not yet installed the RS485-Quick Module, proceed as follows to set the installation country and the language: 1.
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Configuration of the RS485-Quick Module After Installation 1. If the multi-function relay is already connected, switch off the multi-function relay power supply. 2. Open SMA DC-Disconnect (see section 5.1 „Open SMA DC-Disconnect.“ (page 19)). 3. Pull the RS485-Quick Module out to the stopper.
2 ... F Networking with other inverters The NetID helps distinguish PV plants with SMA Bluetooth that are within a proximity of 1640 ft. (500 m) of each other. Detect a free NetID before commissioning your Bluetooth PV plant. This way you will make sure that you will not register any other Bluetooth PV plant in your proximity.
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SMA America, LLC Preparations for the RS485-Quick Module In order for all inverters in your plant to be detected by your communication device, all inverters must have the same NetID. To assign a NetID, proceed as follows: 1. Using a screwdriver of switch ⁄...
Preparations for the RS485-Quick Module SMA America, LLC 4.4 Terminating the RS485 Bus You must set the termination only on the inverter that is connected to the end of the RS485 bus. When the RS485-Quick Module is delivered, the resistor for termination is located in the left spring-type terminal.
5.1 Open SMA DC-Disconnect. WARNING High voltages in the inverter. Death or serious injuries. • Before working on the SMA DC-Disconnect, disconnect the AC switch and make sure it cannot be switched on. • Disconnect the multi-function relay power supply. • Set the DC disconnector of the SMA DC-Disconnect to the "Off" position.
• Conductors must be made up of twisted wire pairs. • The cable must be shielded and double insulated. • For outdoor use only: the cable must be UV resistant. You can order suitable cables from SMA. Purchase order numbers: • For outdoor use: COMCAB-OUTxxx* *Available in the lengths xxx = 100 (100 m / 328 ft.);...
⁄ in. (19 mm). 2. Install the cable pipe on the free opening of the SMA DC-Disconnect. Use matching nuts on the inside to screw the cable pipes to the the SMA DC-Disconnect. 3. If you want to install a fault sensor on the multi-function relay: Install the distribution box on the cable pipe.
☑ The cable pipes are installed and the cables are led into the inverter. 5.5 Replacing Standard Quick Modules with RS485-Quick Modules 1. Open SMA DC-Disconnect (see section 5.1 „Open SMA DC-Disconnect.“ (page 19)). 2. Pull the Quick Module downwards to the stopper.
Bluetooth communication (see page 15). 7. Close the DC-Disconnect (see section 5.8 „Closing the SMA DC-Disconnect and Commissioning the Inverter“ (page 28)). 5.6 Connecting the RS485 cable to the RS485-Quick Module In this guide it is assumed that the inverter is not connected to an end of the RS485 bus.
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Assembly SMA America, LLC 3. Slacken the strain relief screw in a counterclockwise direction. 4. Remove the jumper. 5. Remove the filler-plug from the right-hand cable entry. 6. If two cables are to be connected: remove the filler- plug from the left-hand cable entry.
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SMA America, LLC Assembly 12. Connect conductors to the connector terminals and note down the color of the wires: Signal RS485-Quick Module Insulated conductor color RS485 bus Data+ Data- 13. Close the spring-type terminals. 14. Push the cable with the shield, stuck to the cable with copper foil, into the shield terminal.
Assembly SMA America, LLC 5.7 Multi-function relay connection 5.7.1 Connection Requirements You have the possibility to use an external signal transmitter to display smooth operations as well as errors. You can switch the following voltages and currents. Maximum voltage Maximum current AC source 15 V 1.0 A...
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SMA America, LLC Assembly Connection plan for fault signaling contact Installation Guide RS485-QM-IA-eng-IUS111610...
1. Check the cable routing to ensure that no cable impedes the cover seal and that the cover does not apply pressure to the connections when it is screwed down. 2. Check all of the knockout fittings of the SMA DC-Disconnect and make sure that they provide a weather-tight seal.
Technical Data SMA America, LLC 7 Technical Data Communication Communication Interfaces RS485 Maximum RS485 range 3 935 ft. (1 200 m) Environmental conditions in operation Ambient temperature − 13 °F … +131 °F ( − 25 °C … +60 °C) Relative humidity* 5 % …...
SMA America, LLC Contact 8 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Serviceline. We need the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter type • Serial number of inverter • Type and number of modules connected •...
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