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- Page 1 Installation & Operations Manual Clarity™ System Clarity™ Site Server – SPS1 Clarity™ Gateway – SPG1; SPD1 Clarity™ Nodes: • SPM80V12A • SPM80V12A-S • SPM125V8A • SPM125V8A-S • SPO350W80V “Bringing Clarity to Solar Power Generation”...
- Page 2 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Caution To reduce risk of electrical shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the Installation and Troubleshooting Instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important instructions for the Clarity™ System, and should be followed during the installation and maintenance of the system. Please read thoroughly before attempting installation. To reduce risk of electrical shock, do not open a Monitor, Optimizer, Danger Gateway, Disable Switch, or Site Server.
- Page 4 FCC Compliance The SPM80V12A, SPM80V12A-S, SPM125V8A, SPM125V8A-S, SPG1, SPD1 and SPS1 have been tested and found to comply with the following requirements: • FCC 47CFR Part 15.247 Operation within the bands 902-928 MHz, 2400-2483.5MHz and 5725-5850 • FCC 47 CFR 15B Class B verification •...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..........................1-1 CLARITY™ SYSTEM ......................... 1-1 Unpacking the Clarity Components ................... 1-1 1.2.1 Site Server Components to Unpack ................... 1-1 1.2.2 Clarity Gateway Components to Unpack ................1-1 1.2.3 Clarity Nodes: (Monitors & Optimizers) ................1-1 1.2.4 Other accessories ......................1-1 FEATURES .......................... - Page 6 3.4.3 Panel Cell Temperature Sensor Mounting ............... 3-17 GATEWAY MOUNTING (Models SPG1 & SPD1) ..............3-18 3.5.1 Weather Proof Connection of CAT5/5e to Gateway or Disable Switch ......3-18 3.5.2 Mounting Gateway ......................3-18 POWER TO THE SITE SERVER..................... 3-20 3.6.1 Site Server Penetration Locations ..................
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Page 7: Introduction
Section 1 1 Introduction CLARITY™ SYSTEM The Clarity System is a complete site performance management solution for commercial and utility scale PV solar arrays. The Clarity Monitors and Optimizers (Clarity ‘nodes’) provide precise insight down to the panel level, while the innovative proprietary wireless mesh network allows the system to scale to the largest utility scale arrays. -
Page 8: Features
FEATURES 1.3.1 Clarity™ Site Server (SPS1) • Industrial PC for consolidating data sent from nodes via the Clarity Gateway LAN Connection port 4 PoE ports – 3 for Gateway’s and 1 for environmental monitoring • Environmental Monitoring Including: Irradiance (Insolation) Panel Cell Temperature Ambient Cell Temperature 1.3.2... -
Page 9: Related Documentation
RELATED DOCUMENTATION The following documentation may be helpful when operating the Site Server, Gateway, Monitors & Optimizers. • Clarity™ Intelligent Array™ Software Users Guide • User documentation for broadband connection, rBOX104, and other components IF YOU NEED HELP If you need assistance while working with the Clarity System, contact the SPTI Technical Support: •... -
Page 10: Overview
Section 2 2 Overview This section describes the hardware components of the Clarity System. There are three main components: • Site Server • Gateway • Clarity Nodes: Monitor Optimizer Important All Clarity Nodes are installed in the same manner. Information CLARITY™... -
Page 11: Clarity™ Gateway
CLARITY™ GATEWAY Figure 2-2 Table 2-2 Function Seal Tight Location for CAT5/5eTermination To reduce risk of electrical shock, do not open a Gateway. There are no Warning user-serviceable parts inside. CLARITY™ NODES There are two types of Clarity Nodes: Monitors and Optimizers. Regardless of type, all nodes install in the same manner. -
Page 12: Installation
Section 3 3 Installation This section provides instructions to install and cable the Clarity System. Covered in this section: • Before You Begin • Site Documentation • Site Server Installation Mounting Site Server Proper Site Server Penetration Locations Site Server Component Connections ... - Page 13 Figure 3-1 3.2.1.2 String to Combiner to Inverter Hierarchy String to combiner hierarchy is site specific. In isolated cases the Inverter may also act as combiner. If this is the case proceed to section 3.2.1.3. Emphasis here to be consistent using the following rule: •...
- Page 14 Figure 3-2 3.2.1.3 Expressing Your Array in an X Y Grid format The panels are designated. Strings to combiners to inverters are labeled. Next is the X Y Grid documentation. The only way to associate a node with a panel is to express both in an X Y Grid •...
- Page 15 Figure 3-3 Note: Layout below illustrates panel gaps that may be due to roof top obstructions. In all cases of this nature, if the panel does not exist, than the xy location will not be recorded. Figure 3-4 Figure 3-5 Best When associating an xy axis to an array, think about how the array will Practice...
- Page 16 • Rule 4: Record node MAC address and Panel Information, then create site hierarchy.. Step 1: Document the MAC address of the Node. Step 2: Document the Brand, Model, & serial number of the Panel. Use the following table as a guide: Table 3-1 Rule 1: Bottom up Approach Most Neg Panel in String...
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Page 17: Clarity™ Site Server Installation
CLARITY™ SITE SERVER INSTALLATION The Site Server utilizes a 16” x 14” x 8” NEMA-4R composite (non-metallic) enclosure with a lockable front door, and is shipped with the following contents packed inside: • Mounting brackets for the Site Server (wall or uni-strut installation) •... -
Page 18: Connecting Environmental Sensors
Strut Channel Mount Figure 3-7 Prior to installation: • Strut channel bracketing should be complete. • Bracket should have sufficient support to ensure a firm mounting of the enclosure (see specifications for weight). To install: • Secure the surface mount flanges to the back of the enclosure with the screws provided. - Page 19 A removable terminal connector is provided for simple wiring. • Step 1: Make sure there is no power to the site server. • Step 2: Remove the terminal connector from the X-320™ and make wiring connections to the terminals as shown in Figures 3-4 and 3-5. •...
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Page 20: Connecting Gateway
Figure 3-10 3.3.3 Connecting Gateway Gateway connections are made to one of the four (4) PoE ports on the Site Server PC. • Step 1: Locate the Site Server PC (See Figure 2-1) Figure 3-11 Installation & Operations Manual 3-14... -
Page 21: Connecting To Lan
• Step 2: Terminate CAT5/5e wiring with RJ45 using Standard T568A or T568B Wiring • Step 3: Insert RJ45 into PoE Port. 3.3.4 Connecting to LAN The LAN is connected to the LAN1 Port on the Site Server PC. • Step 1: Locate the Site Server PC (See Figure 2-1) Figure 3-12 •... -
Page 22: Environmental Sensors External Mounting
ENVIRONMENTAL SENSORS EXTERNAL MOUNTING All environmental sensors are supplied with 50 feet of UV protected jacketed outdoor rated wiring. Sensor wiring can also be run inside Caution conduit. In either case National and Local electrical codes MUST be adhered too. 3.4.1 Irradiance Sensor Mounting SPTI utilizes the Apogee Instrument’s Model SP-215 Amplified Pyranometer as the Irradiance sensor... -
Page 23: Ambient Temperature Sensor Mounting
3.4.2 Ambient Temperature Sensor Mounting The Ambient Temperature Sensor is identified by the orange shrink wrap collar. Once the temperature sensor with an orange shrink wrap collar is identified, record the 16 digit serial number located on the white shrink wrap. Important Record the 16 digit serial number found on the white shrink wrap of Information... -
Page 24: Gateway Mounting (Models Spg1 & Spd1)
GATEWAY MOUNTING (Models SPG1 & SPD1) There are three steps in installing a Gateway (SPG1). • Step 1: Terminate the Cat5/5et cable at the Gateway end with the watertight RJ45 plug provided (see 3.5.1). • Step 2: Locate and install the Gateway in a correct orientation to the closest few Clarity nodes. - Page 25 Gateway Installation is site specific. When installing a Gateway, adhere to all national and local codes, and use the following rules: • Rule: Mount the Gateway with mounting plate down. • Rule: Mount Gateway in parallel plane to the nodes. •...
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Page 26: Power To The Site Server
POWER TO THE SITE SERVER When installing power to the site server adhere to all National and Local Electrical Codes. Do not power the Site Server until all external wiring is complete including, Caution LAN, all sensor connections, and Gateway connections. There are no user-serviceable components within the Site Server. - Page 27 Connect power to the Site Server in the following Manner: Figure 3-18 • Step 1: Connect ground (Green Jacket or Bare Copper) to ground lug. • Step 2: Connect Neutral (White) to Terminal Block marked “N”. • Step 3: Connect Line Voltage (Black) to Breaker Input. Important Use of an electrical cord, plug and cable gland is acceptable as long as Information...
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Page 28: Installing Clarity Nodes
INSTALLING CLARITY NODES Clarity Nodes are all models of monitors (SPM’s) as well as all models of Optimizers (SPO’s). All nodes install in the same manner. 3.7.1 Action 1: Shutdown Inverter / Open Combiner Box Fuses Do not connect or disconnect SPTI Nodes while the inverter is powered up. -
Page 29: Array Commissioning
Section 4 4 Array Commissioning Verify String Voltages • Step 1: Verify that all string fusing is open. • Step 2: With a precision DC Meter check string voltages. Important There should be no more than a 2% difference between the voltage Information measurements of strings. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Section 5 5 Troubleshooting This section provides troubleshooting guidelines. If problems still occur contact SPTI technical support. Problem Possible Cause and Solution String is not showing Verify that all Solar Wiring Connectors are securely connected. correct Voltage A shade event may be present on one or several panels. Check to make sure there are no shade events effecting panels in the string being measured. -
Page 31: Site Server Specification
6 - Appendix A - Specifications 6 Appendix A Site Server Specification Dimensions 16”X14”X8” Rated UL Types 3R, 4, 4X, 12 Rated NEMA Types 3R, 4, 4X, 12 IP Rating IP66 UV Light Flammability Voltage 100Vac to 240Vac Frequency 50 Hz to 60Hz Temperature -20C to 55C Std Configuration Weight... -
Page 32: Site Server Schematic
6.1.1 Site Server Schematic Installation & Operations Manual 6-26... -
Page 33: Gateway Specification
Gateway Specification SPG1 SPD1 6.25” 3.875” 2.43” Maximum Voltage 48VDC Maximum Current 35mA Class I Ambient Temperature -30C to +70C Weight (approx.) 9 oz. Installation & Operations Manual 6-27... -
Page 34: Node Specifications
Node Specifications 6.3.1 Clarity Monitor Technical Specification for the Clarity Monitor SPM80V12A SPM125V8A Standard Switch Option Standard Switch Option Input / Output Electrical Characteristics Input DC Voltage (Voc max) 80 V 125 V Input/String Current (Isc max) Measurement Accuracy (% error max) 0.5% 0.5% Power Consumption (typ @ 50% Isc max) -
Page 35: Clarity Optimizer
6.3.2 Clarity Optimizer Technical Specification for the Clarity Optimizer Input / Output Electrical Characteristics Input and Output DC Voltage (Voc &Vout max) 80 V Max Power Point Range (Vmp dc) 12V to 80V Input and Output Current (Isc & Iout max) 10 A Power (max) 350 W... -
Page 36: Daq X-320 Specification
Daq X-320 Specification 6.4.1 Daq X-320 Pinout 14-pin Connector Pinout Description 9-28 VDC for model X-320-I Power Supply VDC+ 5 VDC for model X-320 POE Vin+ DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE. Vin- VDC- (Ground) power supply input. Analog Input 1+ (Single-ended mode) or Ain1 Analog input 1+ (Differential mode). -
Page 37: Daq X-320 Specifications
6.4.2 Daq X-320 Specifications • Power Requirements • Input Voltage: 9-28 VDC Current: See table below for typical values at 25°C. 10 Mbps Network Speed Digital Outputs Digital Inputs w/ Pull Resistors Power Supply All Off All On Pull-up Pull-down 9 VDC 160 mA 182 mA... - Page 38 • AC or DC input, 20 V peak to peak • Sine or square wave (Triangle wave, add approximately 10% to Min Vin) • 2 second average • 0.5 Hz read rate • Auto-zero, positive slope detection • Accuracy and minimum input level over 24 hrs: Input Frequency Min Vin Read Error...
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Page 39: 12Volt Power Supply Specification
12Volt Power Supply Specification Specification Value Family MDR-40 Output Connector Type Screw Terminal Block Product Length 40mm Product Width 100mm Product Height 90mm Agency Approvals EN|NEC/LPS|TUV|UL Efficiency 86%(Typ) Minimum Isolation Voltage 3000V Minimum Operating Temperature -20°C Maximum Operating Temperature 70°C Number of Outputs Specification Value... -
Page 40: 48Volt Power Supply Specification
48Volt Power Supply Specification Specification Value Family MDR-40 Output Connector Type Screw Terminal Block Product Length 40mm Product Width 100mm Product Height 90mm Agency Approvals EN|NEC/LPS|TUV|UL Efficiency 88%(Typ) Minimum Isolation Voltage 3000V Minimum Operating Temperature -20°C Maximum Operating Temperature 70°C Number of Outputs Specification Value... -
Page 41: Industrial Pc Specification (Rbox104)
Industrial PC Specification (rBox104) For specification of rBox104 industrial PC, go to http://axiomtek.com/Download/Spec/rbox104.pdf contact sales agent, or contact SPTI at support@spowertech.com. 3006 Bee Caves Road A-330 Austin, Texas 78746 Installation & Operations Manual 6-35...
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