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- Page 1 Installation manual SMA RS485 MODULE MD.485-40 (PC-485.BG1) ENGLISH MD485-40-IA-en-10 | Version 1.0...
- Page 2 The information contained in these documents is property of SMA Solar Technology AG. Any publication, whether in whole or in part, requires prior written approval by SMA Solar Technology AG. Internal reproduction used solely for the purpose of product evaluation or other proper use is allowed and does not require prior approval.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SMA Solar Technology AG Table of Contents Table of Contents Information on this Document..........Validity ....................Target Group ..................Additional Information............... Symbols....................Typographies ..................Nomenclature ..................Safety ..................Intended Use..................Safety Information ................Scope of Delivery ..............Product Description .............. -
Page 4: Information On This Document
SMA Solar Technology AG Information on this Document Validity This document is valid for the SMA RS485 Module (MD.485-40) with assembly designation "PC-485.BG1" from hardware version A1. Target Group The tasks described in this document must only be performed by qualified persons. Qualified persons must have the following skills: •... -
Page 5: Typographies
SMA Solar Technology AG 1 Information on this Document Typographies Typography Example bold • Display texts • The value can be found in the field Energy. • Elements on a user interface • Select Settings. • Terminals • Enter 10 in the field •... -
Page 6: Safety
• STP 50-40 (Sunny Tripower CORE1) The inverter still complies with the standard after the product has been installed. The product must only be used in countries for which it is approved or released by SMA Solar Technology AG and the grid operator. - Page 7 SMA Solar Technology AG 2 Safety Damage to seals on the enclosure lids in subfreezing conditions If you open the enclosure lids when temperatures are below freezing, the enclosure seals can be damaged. This can lead to moisture entering the inverter.
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Page 8: Scope Of Delivery
3 Scope of Delivery SMA Solar Technology AG Scope of Delivery Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage. Contact your distributor if the scope of delivery is incomplete or damaged. Figure 1: Components included in the scope of delivery... -
Page 9: Product Description
SMA Solar Technology AG 4 Product Description Product Description SMA RS485 Module The SMA RS485 Module enables SMA inverters to establish wired RS485 communication. Design of the Module Figure 2: Design of the module Position Explanation Opening for the fastening screw... - Page 10 4 Product Description SMA Solar Technology AG You will require the information on the type label to use the product safely and when seeking customer support from Service (see Section 9 "Contact", page 19). MD485-40-IA-en-10 Installation manual...
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Page 11: Mounting
Communication assembly Module slot M1* Module slot M2 * Production resources SMA Solar Technology AG recommends using module slot M1 for the module. Installing the Module Maximum number of modules per inverter You can only use a maximum of one module of the same device type per inverter. - Page 12 5 Mounting SMA Solar Technology AG 4. Install the module at the desired mounting location. Perform the following steps: • Guide the three guide pins on the communication assembly through the holes in the module. The holes in which the guide pins must be inserted depend on the mounting location.
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Page 13: Connection
SMA Solar Technology AG 6 Connection Connection Preparing the Connection Cable Depending on whether the module is located at the end or in the middle of the communication bus, prepare one or two connection cables as described in the following. -
Page 14: Connecting The Cable
6 Connection SMA Solar Technology AG Procedure: 1. Make sure that the inverter has been disconnected and is secured against reconnection (see the inverter manual). 2. Remove the swivel nut from the cable gland for the communication cable. 3. Thread the swivel nut over the cable. - Page 15 3. Push the levers of the terminals 2, 5 and 7 of a terminal block upwards. 4. Connect the insulated conductors to the terminals 2, 5 and 7 and note the insulated conductor colors (see Installation Instructions "RS485 Cabling Plan" at www.SMA-Solar.com). 5. Close the levers of the terminals.
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Page 16: Decommissioning
7 Decommissioning SMA Solar Technology AG Decommissioning Removing the Module Procedure: Danger to life due to high voltages of the PV array When exposed to sunlight, the PV array generates dangerous DC voltage, which is present in the DC conductors and the live components of the inverter. Touching the DC conductors or the live components can lead to lethal electric shocks. -
Page 17: Packing The Product For Shipment
SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Decommissioning • Slightly press the second locking tab outwards using the other hand and pull the module slightly forwards on the lower end until the module is released from the interlock of the locking tab. -
Page 18: Technical Data
8 Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data General Data Mounting location In the inverter Voltage supply Via the inverter Mechanical Data Width x height x depth 60 mm x 105 mm x 33 mm Ambient Conditions for Storage/Transport Ambient temperature -40°C to +70°C... -
Page 19: Contact
SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Contact Contact If you have technical problems with our products, please contact the SMA Service Line. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverters: – Serial number – Firmware version –... - Page 20 +562 2820 2101 08600SUNNY (08600 78669) Perú International: +27 (0)21 826 0600 SMA Online Service Center: www.SMA-Service.com Australia SMA Australia Pty Ltd. Other countries International SMA Service Line Sydney Niestetal Toll free for Australia: 00800 SMA SERVICE 1800 SMA AUS (+800 762 7378423) (1800 762 287) SMA Online Service Center: International: +61 2 9491 4200...
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Page 21: 10 Eu Declaration Of Conformity
• Electromagnetic compatibility 2014/30/EU (29.3.2014 L 96/79-106) (EMC) SMA Solar Technology AG confirms herewith that the products described in this document are in compliance with the fundamental requirements and other relevant provisions of the above- mentioned directives. The entire EU Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.SMA- Solar.com. - Page 22 www.SMA-Solar.com...
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