System Monitoring SUNNY SENSORBOX Installation Manual Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515 | 98-0003915 | Version 1.5...
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All such warranties are expressly disclaimed. Neither SMA America, LLC nor its distributors or dealers nor SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc. nor its distributors or dealers shall be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages under any circumstances.
Sunny SensorBox. To reduce the risk of personal injury and to ensure the safe installation and operation of the Sunny SensorBox, you must carefully read and follow all instructions, cautions and warnings in this installation guide.
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SMA America, LLC Important Safety Instructions Other symbols in this document In addition to the safety and hazard symbols described on the previous pages, the following symbol is also used in this installation guide: Information This symbol accompanies notes that call attention to supplementary information that you must know and use to ensure optimal operation of the system.
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Before installing or using the Sunny SensorBox, read all of the instructions, cautions, and warnings on the Sunny SensorBox in this installation guide.
Further information about SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology can be found in the download section at www.SMA-America.com. 1.5 Nomenclature In this document SMA America Production, LLC and SMA Solar Technology Canada Inc. is referred to in the following as SMA. ® In this document SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology is referred to in the following as SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology.
The Sunny SensorBox must only be used for the purposes described in this manual. This also applies to individual components such as the RS485 Power Injector or SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. The device is suitable for both private and industrial use. The Sunny SensorBox must only be used in areas defined in the technical specifications.
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Master is a term used in network technology. In a network, a master is a device that prompts other devices (slaves) to perform a specific task such as receiving or sending data. In an SMA Bluetooth network, all SMA communication products (e.g., Sunny Ex- plorer, Sunny Beam with Bluetooth, etc.) are master devices.
Ingress of water into the open Sunny SensorBox. Damage to the Sunny SensorBox will result. • Before working on the device unplug the plug-in power supply unit. • When working outdoors, avoid water, rain or snow to enter the Sunny SensorBox. Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515 Installation Manual...
With the Sunny SensorBox and the external sensors, you can collect environmental data from your PV system which is then used for performance monitoring. To this end, the Sunny SensorBox comes with an integrated solar radiation sensor and an external module temperature sensor. You also have the option of connecting an ambient temperature sensor and an anemometer to the Sunny SensorBox.
Check the delivery for completeness and signs of damage. Please contact your dealer if the delivery is not complete or you find any damage. Position Quantity Designation Sunny SensorBox with integrated solar radiation sensor Insulating tubes Terminal PT100 module temperature sensor with 8 ft. (2.5 m) connection cable...
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Plug-in power supply with plug adapter - only with order option SUNNYSENSOR-2xxx Grounding cable Can be found on the back of the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth on delivery. Module frame mounting plate Only with Sunny SensorBox order option: SUNNYSENSOR-x1xx...
• Via the ”FwVer” display option for the RS485 Power Injector. To enable this option, select the ”Parameters” tab from the ”Devices” navigation bar. • Via the ”Settings” device menu for the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. To enable this option, select the ”Type label > Central components” subgroup in the ”Device components” parameter group.
5 Device overview 5.1 Device overview of the Sunny SensorBox Position Designation cable opening for the sensors cable opening for connecting the RS485 Power Injector or SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth integrated solar radiation sensor cable opening for grounding the Sunny SensorBox...
• during startup, the LED is switched off for 10 seconds • during a reset, the LED is switched off for 60 seconds Glows continuously Sunny SensorBox is connected to the power supply and ready for operation. Flashes 2 times quickly Sunny SensorBox is connected to the power supply and receiving data over the RS485 communication channel.
SMA America, LLC Device overview 5.3 Device overview of the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth Position Designation Meaning ”MODE” rotary switch for the operating mode ”NetID” rotary switch for the NetID Bluetooth LED (blue) LEDs for indicating the connection quality Bluetooth LEDs (yellow)
SMA America, LLC 5.3.2 LEDs indicating connection quality (Bluetooth LEDs) The SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth must be added to an existing Bluetooth network before it can display the connection quality. The Bluetooth network can only be set up using communication products (e.g., Sunny WebBox with Bluetooth or Sunny Explorer).
LEDs on 5.3.3 LED for data communication COM LED (yellow) State Meaning Flashes communication between the Sunny SensorBox and the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. no communication between the Sunny SensorBox and the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth Installation Manual Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515...
Fire and damage to connected devices will result. • Integrate the Sunny SensorBox into the lightning protection system. Mount the Sunny SensorBox either on the mounting rails of the PV mounting system or on rafters. Observe the following information concerning the mounting location of the Sunny SensorBox: •...
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• As depicted below, the Sunny SensorBox must be mounted in three different alignments to keep water from entering and damaging the device. The Sunny SensorBox must not be mounted vertically with the SMA logo on the top, as this would allow water to penetrate into the device through the ventilation membrane.
You can mount the device on a module frame provided the mounting rail protrudes from beneath the sides of the modules by approximately 6 in. (160 mm). 1. The mounting location must be determined based on the amount of space available and the prescribed orientation of the Sunny SensorBox (see page 24). Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515 Installation Manual...
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Usually any screw up to M10 in size fits into the slot nuts. 3. Open the side flaps of the Sunny SensorBox using the notches as a guide. 4. Fasten the Sunny SensorBox onto the mounting plate with four hexagonal screws. Make sure the Sunny SensorBox is oriented correctly (see page 24).
To mount the device on a rafter, you first need the optional roof bracket (see section 14 ”Accessories” (page 84)). 1. The mounting location should be determined based on the amount of space available and the prescribed orientation of the Sunny SensorBox (see page 24). Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515 Installation Manual...
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SMA America, LLC Mounting the device 2. Uncover the rafters by removing the roof tiles in the mounting area. 3. Attach the roof bracket to the rafter using the three wood screws and corresponding washers. 4. Incorporate the roof bracket into the existing lightning protection system.
7. Grind down the roof tiles if necessary. 8. Put the roof tiles back on the roof. ☑ The Sunny SensorBox is now mounted on the rafter. 6.2 Mounting the temperature sensor on the PV module Requirements for the mounting location...
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SMA America, LLC Mounting the device Mounting the temperature sensor on the PV module CAUTION Risk of chemical burns from contact with the thermally conductive adhesive. • Avoid any contact with the skin, mucous membranes and eyes. • Wear appropriate protective clothing, gloves and goggles when working on the sensor.
• Protect the RS485 Power Injector from dust, moisture and corrosive substances. • The ambient temperature must remain between − 13 °F and +149 °F ( − 20 °C and + 65 °C). • The maximum cable length from the final Sunny SensorBox to the RS485 Power Injector is 490 ft. (150 m).
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SMA America, LLC Mounting the device Mounting the RS485 Power Injector 1. Determine the mounting location based on the amount of available space. DANGER Drilling into live cables. Death or serious injury due to electric shock. • Before drilling the holes, check whether electricity cables run through the walls at the desired mounting location.
• Protect the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth from dust, moisture and corrosive substances. • The ambient temperature must remain between − 13 °F and 149 °F ( − 20 °C and + 65 °C). • The maximum cable length from the Sunny SensorBox to the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth is 490 ft. (150 m).
The SMA Bluetooth Repeater can help you extend the wireless range of your Bluetooth network. When a SMA Bluetooth Repeater is set up at the coverage boundary of a Bluetooth network, it is capable of routing the data traffic in that network into its own wireless range. This technology allows you to set up Bluetooth networks that cover a much larger area than would be possible with just the Sunny SensorBox or SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth.
Before mounting the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth, you must first test the wireless connection between the device and your PV system at the specified mounting/installation location. The Sunny SensorBox does not have to be connected to the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth in order to perform this test.
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☑ The mounting/installation location for the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth has been determined. Once you have determined the best mounting location, you can mount the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth on a wall or top hat rail. Installation Manual...
Bracket Screw Wall anchor Can be found on the back of the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth on delivery. 1. Remove the bracket from the back of the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. 2. The mounting location must be determined based on the space available and the quality of the wireless connection to the Bluetooth network.
6. Slide the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth into the bracket. ☑ The SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth is mounted. Information on how to detach the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth from the wall can be found in section 10.3 ”Dismantling the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth ” (page 72).
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4. Press the middle of the bracket down into the guide rail until it snaps into place. ☑ The SMA Bluetooth Repeater is mounted. Information on how to detach the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth from the top-hat rail can be found in section 10.3 ”Dismantling the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth ” (page 72).
7 Startup 7.1 Information on starting up the device This section shows you how to connect external sensors and start up the Sunny SensorBox with the RS485 Power Injector or the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. For initial startup, the following steps must be taken: •...
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7. Securely lay the cable using suitable fastening material. ☑ The module temperature sensor is connected. You can now connect additional sensors or connect the Sunny SensorBox via the RS485 Power Injector or the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth and turn it on.
• Note the cable length specified in the sensor manual. 1. Open the Sunny SensorBox (see page 66). 2. Unscrew the lock nut of the cable gland on the top left of the Sunny SensorBox and remove the filler plugs.
8. Lay the cable using suitable fastening material. ☑ The ambient temperature sensor is connected. You can now connect additional sensors or connect the Sunny SensorBox via the RS485 Power Injector or the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth and turn it on.
The RS485 Power Injector is used to integrate the Sunny SensorBox into the RS485 communication bus. The RS485 Power Injector is designed to supply the Sunny SensorBox with power. It is recommended to place the Sunny SensorBox at the end of the RS485 communication bus. The required termination has already been pre-wired.
Startup SMA America, LLC 7.5.2 Connecting the RS485-Power Injector to a RS485 bus node RS485 bus node 1. Connect the cables to the RS485 bus nodes as described in the RS485 bus node manual. RS485 Power Injector 2. Remove about 1 ⁄...
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8. Insert the plug into the ”RS485 IN” socket of the RS485 Power Injector. ☑ The RS485 Power Injector is connected to the RS485 communication bus. You can now connect the RS485 Power Injector to the Sunny SensorBox. Installation Manual Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515...
Sunny SensorBox NOTICE Short circuit due to faulty wiring. • The RS485 Power Injector must be connected directly to the Sunny SensorBox. • Do not connect any other RS485 bus node between these two devices. RS485 Power Injector 1. Remove about 1 ⁄...
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SMA America, LLC Startup 8. Attach the shield clamp. 9. Route the RS485 communication cable from the RS485 Power Injector to the Sunny SensorBox. Sunny SensorBox 10. Open the Sunny SensorBox (see page 66). 11. Unscrew the lock nut of the cable gland on the bottom right of the Sunny SensorBox and remove the filler plugs.
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Startup SMA America, LLC 17. Insert the detached cable shield into the terminal. 18. Connect the wires to the ”RS485 F1: IN” terminal of the Sunny SensorBox. Observe the noted wire colors. RS485 + Power +12V +12V RS485 +12 V F1: IN 19.
SMA America, LLC Startup 21. If necessary, connect another Sunny SensorBox or RS485 bus node (see pages 51 or 55). 22. Check the RS485 cabling plan poster to find out whether the terminating resistor has to be plugged into the ”RS485 F2: OUT” terminal.
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14. Mount the Sunny SensorBox you want to connect as described in section 6 ”Mounting the device” (page 24). 15. Open the Sunny SensorBox (see page 66). 16. Unscrew the lock nut of the cable gland on bottom right of the Sunny SensorBox you want to connect and remove the filler plugs. Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515...
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⁄ in. (6 mm) of insulation from the wires. 20. Twist the cable shield into one string. The cable shield is only needed if another Sunny SensorBox is connected. 21. Pull the insulating tube over the cable shield. Allow 1 ⁄...
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25. Screw the lock nut onto the cable gland with a torque of 7 in‑lbs. (0.8 Nm) to fix the RS485 communication cable. 26. If necessary, connect another Sunny SensorBox or RS485 bus node (see pages 51 or 55). 27. Make sure the termination resistor is plugged in (see section 9.2 ”Terminating the RS485 bus on the Sunny SensorBox”...
SMA America, LLC Startup 7.5.5 Connecting the Sunny SensorBox to an additional RS485 bus node 1. Open the Sunny SensorBox (see page 66). 2. Remove the termination resistor at ”F2: OUT RS485” on the Sunny SensorBox. 3. Unscrew the lock nut of the cable gland at the top right of the Sunny SensorBox and remove the filler plugs.
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9. Insert the detached cable shield into the terminal. 10. Connect the wires to the ”F2: OUT RS485” terminals Wind IP - of the Sunny SensorBox. Note the configurations in +12 V your RS485 communication bus. F2: OUT Write down the color of the wires:...
2. Insert the plug-in power supply unit into a power outlet. ☑ It takes about one minute for the Sunny SensorBox to start up once it has been connected to the power supply. The ”Power” LED on the RS485 Power Injector lights up.
Sunny SensorBox 1. Open the Sunny SensorBox (see page 66). 2. Unscrew the lock nut of the cable gland at the bottom center of the Sunny SensorBox and remove the filler plugs. 3. Thread the ground cable through the lock nut and the cable gland into the Sunny SensorBox enclosure.
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Mounting Plate or roof bracket 7. Screw the cable lug with ground cable onto the mounting plate or roof bracket. ☑ The Sunny SensorBox is grounded. You can connect the Sunny SensorBox to the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. Installation Manual Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515...
6. Route the RS485 communication cable from the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth to the Sunny SensorBox. Sunny SensorBox 7. Open the Sunny SensorBox (see page 66). 8. Unscrew the lock nut of the cable gland on the bottom right of the Sunny SensorBox and remove the filler plugs. Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515 Installation Manual...
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13. Pull the insulating tube over the cable shield. Allow 1 ⁄ in. (40 mm) of the cable shield to stick out of the insulating tube. 14. Insert the detached cable shield together with the ground cable of the Sunny SensorBox into the terminal. Installation Manual Sensorbox-eng-IA-IUS-112515...
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18. Screw the lock nut onto the cable gland with a torque of 7 in‑lbs. (0.8 Nm). ☑ The SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth is connected to the Sunny SensorBox. You can now use the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth to supply power to the Sunny SensorBox.
• Alternate power sources (AC or DC). Power from the Plug-in power supply unit 1. Connect the DC plug of the plug-in power supply unit to the DC terminal of the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. 2. Attach the relevant country adapter to the plug-in power supply unit.
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Bluetooth glows continuously. Following initial startup, it can take three to four minutes before the Sunny SensorBox is ready for use. – If the ”RDY” LED on the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth does not light up or flash, refer to section 11 ”Troubleshooting” (page 74).
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Bluetooth glows continuously. Following initial startup, it can take three to four minutes before the Sunny SensorBox is ready for use. – If the ”RDY” LED on the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth does not light up or flash, refer to section 11 ”Troubleshooting” (page 74).
☑ The Sunny SensorBox is open. 8.2 Closing the Sunny SensorBox 1. Check the sealing of the Sunny SensorBox enclosure before closing the lid on the lower enclosure shell. If the sealing of the enclosure has become porous over time, make sure you replace the enclosure gaskets (see section 9.4 ”Replacing the gaskets of the Sunny SensorBox”...
If the integrated PV cell of the Sunny SensorBox or the sensors are dirty (e.g., from leaves or bird droppings), the data they provide will be incorrect. Clean the Sunny SensorBox and sensors at regular intervals.
The enclosure sealing and the gaskets of the cable glands in the Sunny SensorBox will become porous over time. If, after a lengthy period of operation, you open and close the Sunny SensorBox or make adjustments to the cable glands, then the gaskets and seals will no longer serve their intended purpose.
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5. Screw the cable gland into the Sunny SensorBox with a torque of 7 in‑lbs. (0.8 Nm). 6. Remove the porous rubber seal in the Sunny SensorBox lid and replace it with the new one. 7. Reinsert the relevant cable into the enclosure and make all the necessary connections.
SMA America, LLC 9.5 Care Use a soft and moist cloth to clean the Sunny SensorBox and the RS485 Power Injector or SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. Make sure the cloth is made of scratch-free material so as to avoid damaging the surface of the enclosure.
If you want to retrofit or upgrade an existing PV system, you first need to modify its configuration so that the baud rate of the Sunny SensorBox is set at 1,200 Bd. You can now install the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth and the Sunny SensorBox.
1. Remove all the cable connections of the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. 2. Detach the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth from the mounting bracket as illustrated below. Removing the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth from the wall Removing the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth from the top--hat rail 3.
At the end of their service life, Sunny SensorBoxes and their components can be disposed of in compliance with all current and local regulations regarding electronic waste disposal or, alternatively, sent back to SMA with shipping paid by the sender and labeled ”FOR DISPOSAL”. Installation Manual...
Troubleshooting SMA America, LLC 11 Troubleshooting If a particular error does not appear in this section, call the SMA Serviceline and have the information listed in section 16 ”Contact” (page 88) on hand. 11.1 Sunny SensorBox Problem Cause Rectification The Sunny SensorBox The RS485 bus is not Terminate the RS485 bus on the cannot be found.
Unrealistic readings The sensor is not Make sure the sensor is connected to the right from the ambient connected properly. terminal on the Sunny SensorBox. temperature sensor The sensor cable is Inspect the cable for signs of damage and are displayed.
11.3 SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth Problem Cause Rectification Only the ”RDY” LED of The Sunny SensorBox is Connect one Sunny SensorBox to the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth. the SMA Power not connected. Injector with Bluetooth is on. The ”RDY” LED of the...
Sunny SensorBox FwVer firmware version of the Sunny SensorBox HwVer hardware version of the Sunny SensorBox OpTm operating hours of the Sunny SensorBox since initial startup Internal solar radiation sensor Name Description IntSolIrr current level of solar radiation in W/m²...
0 ms … 255 ms for reset, enter ”1” and save; reset the specified parameter will not be added and the LED in the Sunny SensorBox remains off for 60 seconds RS485DI response delay of the 0 ms … 1.000 ms if you are using a Sunny Boy...
600 baud unable to achieve 1,200 1,200 baud baud, which is the standard 2,400 baud SMA baud rate setting. Adjust 4,800 baud the baud rate if necessary. 9,600 baud 19,200 baud 38,400 baud 57,600 baud...
IP65 Protection rating according to DIN EN 60529 Communication Communication RS485 (RS485 Power Injector) / Bluetooth (SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth) Integrated solar radiation sensor PV cell type PV cell, amorphous silicon (aSi) Measurement range 0 W/m² … 1,500 W/m²...
Power supply via plug-in power supply Power consumption < 5 W Maximum number of Sunny SensorBoxes that can be operated With five Sunny SensorBox devices Ambient conditions Ambient temperature − 4 °F … + 149 °F ( − 20 °C … + 65 °C) Relative air humidity 5 % …...
Protection rating according to DIN EN 60529 Communication Maximum free field communication range of 328 ft. (100 m) Bluetooth Can be extended with SMA Bluetooth Repeater. Other Maximum cable length to the last Sunny 490 ft. (150 m) SensorBox Maximum number of nodes in a Bluetooth...
SMA America, LLC Technical Data 13.4 Plug-in Power Supply CINCON, TRG30R 120 Mechanical data Width x height x depth ⁄ in. x 2 ⁄ in. x 1 ⁄ in. (108 mm x 58 mm x 34 mm) Weight ⁄ oz. (300 g) Power supply Voltage 100 V … 240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz Nominal current 0.8 A...
SMA America, LLC Accessories 14.3 Gasket set for Sunny SensorBox SMA order number: Sealkit-Ssensor Position Quantity Designation Enclosure seal Gaskets of the cable glands for the RS485 communication bus Cable glands for the RS485 communication bus Gaskets of the cable glands for the sensors Cable glands for the sensors 14.4 RS485 Power Injector...
- only with order option SUNNYSENSOR-3xxx Plug-in power supply with plug adapter - only with order option SUNNYSENSOR-2xxx Ground cable Can be found on the back of the SMA Power Injector with Bluetooth on delivery. 14.6 Anemometer SMA order number: WIND-SENSOR Position Quantity Designation...
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by SMA America, LLC could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. IC Compliance This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Contact SMA America, LLC 16 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Serviceline. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Type of inverters and serial number • Serial number and firmware version of the communication device •...
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