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SUNNY WEBBOX
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SWebBox-TEN101232 | 98-0002232 | Version 3.2
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  • Page 1 System Monitoring SUNNY WEBBOX Technical Description SWebBox-TEN101232 | 98-0002232 | Version 3.2...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Syntax ..........9 Sunny WebBox ....... . . 10 Safety .
  • Page 4 Logging into and out of the Sunny WebBox ..40 Logging into the Sunny WebBox ..... . . 40 Logging out of the Sunny WebBox.
  • Page 5 Setting SMA-COM ........
  • Page 6 Firmware Update via SD Card ........69 11.2 Stopping the Sunny WebBox ......70 11.3 Resetting the Sunny WebBox .
  • Page 7 17.1 Sunny WebBox........92 17.2...

  • Page 8: Notes On This Manual

    This manual does not contain any detailed information about the connected devices. Detailed information about the devices connected is provided in the manuals for the devices. 1.1 Validity The technical description is valid for the Sunny WebBox from hardware version E1 and firmware version 1.51 and up. 1.2 Additional Information You will find further information on the Sunny WebBox in the download area of www.sma.de/en.

  • Page 9: Symbols Used

    SMA Solar Technology AG Notes on this Manual 1.3 Symbols Used The following types of safety instructions and general information appear in this document as described below: DANGER! "DANGER" indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 10: Sunny Webbox

    The Sunny WebBox is also a powerful tool for operators when configuring plants and for remote diagnostics via computer. It allows continuous monitoring of the PV plant and early detection of disturbances.
  • Page 11 Sunny WebBox. By connecting the Power Reducer Box to the Sunny WebBox, the requirements of the utility operator are forwarded to the inverter and logged. The Sunny WebBox informs the operator of the requirements of the utility operator.

  • Page 12: Safety

    3 Safety 3.1 Appropriate Usage The Sunny WebBox is a data logger that records, logs and makes available the data of a PV plant. The Sunny WebBox can receive the requirements of the utility operator via the Power Reducer Box and forward them to the inverters in the PV plant. The Sunny WebBox is suitable for monitoring PV plants of any size.

  • Page 13: Safety Precautions

    • Install the cabling in such a way that no-one can stand on or trip over it. • The Sunny WebBox is only to be operated using the supplied plug-in power supply and in the voltage range intended for this.

  • Page 14: Unpacking

    Screws Wall anchors Technical Description with drilling template and Quick Start. SD card — inserted in Sunny WebBox (only with the ordering option Sunny WebBox with SD card). Modem cable with RJ11 plug and RJ11 to TAE adapter (only with the ordering option Sunny WebBox with analog modem).

  • Page 15: Identifying The Sunny Webbox

    The type label can be found on the back of the enclosure. Firmware Version The firmware version can be found in the user interface of the Sunny WebBox. The current firmware version is displayed on the bottom right corner of every page. Technical Description...

  • Page 16: Device Overview

    There has been no communication on the communication bus for more than 5 minutes. MEMORY glowing green SD card is inserted. The Sunny WebBox can write data to the SD card. flashes orange The Sunny WebBox is writing data to the SD card.

  • Page 17: Overview Of The Connection Area

    State Meaning SYSTEM Flashing red The Sunny WebBox is starting. glowing red A fault has occurred in the Sunny WebBox. glowing green The Sunny WebBox is ready for operation. POWER glowing green The Sunny WebBox power supply is active. The Sunny WebBox power supply is not active.

  • Page 18: Overview Of The Leds On The Network Connection

    5.3 Overview of the LEDs on the Network Connection Position State Meaning Speed 100 MB connection speed 10 MB connection speed Link / Activity Connection (link) established Flashing The Sunny WebBox is currently transmitting or receiving data (activity). No connection established SWebBox-TEN101232 Technical Description...

  • Page 19: Commissioning

    • The maximum permitted telephone cable length is 200 m. • The Sunny WebBox requires an outlet with a grid voltage of 100 V ... 200 V. • Protect the Sunny WebBox from dust, wet conditions, corrosive substances and vapors.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Sunny Webbox Directly To The Computer

    • For a cable with no more than 50 m total length, a AWG26/7 cable may be used. 2. Connect the plug-in power supply to the Sunny WebBox and plug this into the socket (see ➁ ). ☑ As soon as the "SYSTEM" and "POWER" LEDs glow green, the Sunny WebBox has started up and is ready for operation.

  • Page 21: Windows 7, Windows Vista

    – If Windows displays several LAN connections, there are probably several network connections installed in the computer. Ensure that you select the correct network connection, with which the computer is connected to the Sunny WebBox. If necessary, refer to the manual for your computer.

  • Page 22: Windows Xp, Windows 2000

    – If Windows displays several LAN connections, there are probably several network connections installed in the computer. Ensure that you select the correct network connection, with which the computer is connected to the Sunny WebBox. If necessary, refer to the manual for your computer.

  • Page 23: Logging Into The Sunny Webbox For The First Time

    ☑ The computer is set to the network settings of the Sunny WebBox. You can now log in for the first time on the Sunny WebBox user interface (see page 23). 6.5 Logging into the Sunny WebBox for the first time The Sunny WebBox distinguishes between 2 user groups: user and installer.
  • Page 24 1. Start web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer). Activating JavaScript in the Web browser The Sunny WebBox user interface needs JavaScript in order to be able to correctly configure and display the functions and content of the Sunny WebBox. Activate JavaScript in the Web browser If necessary, refer to the help section in your web browser.

  • Page 25: Configuring Sunny Webbox For The Local Network

    In rare cases further network settings are necessary. Further network settings are, for example, if you would like to integrate the Sunny WebBox via DHCP into your network, or if you would like to make the Sunny WebBox accessible via the internet. In this case contact your network administrator and refer to section 10.3 ”Ethernet Network”...
  • Page 26 • For a cable with no more than 50 m total length, a AWG26/7 patch cable may be used. 11. Connect the plug-in power supply to the Sunny WebBox and plug this into the socket (see ➁ ). ☑ The Sunny WebBox starts. As soon as the "SYSTEM" and "POWER" LEDs glow green, the Sunny WebBox has started up and is ready for operation.

  • Page 27: Configuring The Sunny Webbox For Modem Operation

    • Mount the GSM antenna with the bracket or extension set (see page 31). 6.7.2 Connect Modem Cable or GSM Antenna Depending on the ordered version of your Sunny WebBox, carry out the steps in the corresponding section: • Sunny WebBox with analog modem, see section  ”Connecting the Sunny WebBox to the telephone network via modem cable”...
  • Page 28 – TAE- supplied adaptor for RJ11 to TAE on the modem cable and insert in the telephone socket. ☑ Check whether the Sunny WebBox is connected to the telephone network. You can now configure the modem settings in the Sunny WebBox.
  • Page 29 Commissioning Connecting the GSM antenna to a Sunny WebBox 1. If you have ordered a Sunny WebBox without integrated GSM modem containing an integrated SIM card, then retrofit a SIM card as described in Section 15 ”Annex” (page 81). 2. Screw the GSM antenna cable onto the antenna terminal of the Sunny WebBox.

  • Page 30: Configure Modem Settings For The Sunny Webbox

    Enter an appropriate place holder here. For examples of GSM card contracts within Germany, see page 86. 5. In the Sunny WebBox with GSM modem, you must also enter the data contained in your documents in the "GSM SIM PIN" and "GPRS APN" fields.

  • Page 31: Mounting A Gsm Antenna With The Bracket Or Extension Set

    SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning Improving signal strength If sufficient reception is not possible in the building via the GSM modem, use the optional GSM antenna extension set for outside installation (see Section 16 ”Accessories” (page 91)). 4. Identify the GSM antenna's ideal mounting location.
  • Page 32 3. Attach the antenna bracket to the wall using suitable screws. 4. Lay the antenna cable to the Sunny WebBox. ☑ You have now successfully mounted the antenna. Mounting a GSM Antenna with the GSM Antenna Extension Set Additional accessories available for the Sunny WebBox.
  • Page 33 5. Insert the antenna from above into the antenna bracket. 6. Hold the antenna to prevent the antenna cable twisting. Tighten the antenna counternut by using a wrench. 7. Lay the antenna cable to the Sunny WebBox. ☑ You have now successfully mounted the antenna. Technical Description SWebBox-TEN101232...

  • Page 34: Connect The Sunny Webbox To The Inverter

    The Sunny WebBox is connected to the Sunny Central via Ethernet. Configure the Sunny WebBox for the local network and connect the Sunny WebBox directly to the receiver (e.g., router, switch or hub) of the Sunny Central via the red network cable (patch cable).

  • Page 35: Connecting The Sunny Webbox To The Rs485 Communication Bus

    6.8.2 Connecting the Sunny WebBox to the RS485 Communication This section describes how to connect the Sunny WebBox to the RS485 communication bus. It will be assumed that the Sunny WebBox is located at the end of the RS485 communication bus.
  • Page 36 Commissioning SMA Solar Technology AG 5. Connect the insulated conductors to the plug connector. Observe the insulated conductor configuration on the RS485 communication bus. 6. Shorten the unused insulated conductors down to the cable sleeve. 7. Place the plug on the bottom half of the cable enclosure and use the cable tie to fix the cable jacket to the bottom half of the cable enclosure.
  • Page 37 8. Press the upper half of the cable enclosure to the lower half of the cable enclosure and the plug until the terminals snap together. 9. Insert the plug connector into the "SMA COM" socket of the Sunny WebBox. 10. Check whether jumpers are connected to "J1B" and "J1C"...

  • Page 38: Mounting The Sunny Webbox (Wall Or Top-Hat Rail)

    ☑ The Sunny WebBox is now connected to the RS485 communication bus. 6.9 Mounting the Sunny WebBox (wall or top-hat rail) This section describes how to mount the Sunny WebBox in the following ways: • Mounting the Sunny WebBox onto the wall •...
  • Page 39 SMA Solar Technology AG Commissioning 5. Hang the Sunny WebBox onto the screws. ☑ The Sunny WebBox is now mounted on the wall. Mounting the Sunny WebBox on the top-hat rail 1. Hook the Sunny WebBox with both lower retainers into the lower edge of the top-hat rail.

  • Page 40: Logging Into And Out Of The Sunny Webbox

    Password for installer user group: sma 1. Start web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer). 2. Enter the IP address of the Sunny WebBox into the address bar and press enter. ☑ The Sunny WebBox login page opens. – If the page does not open, please read section 14 ”Troubleshooting” (page 76).

  • Page 41: Logging Out Of The Sunny Webbox

    7.2 Logging out of the Sunny WebBox Always log out from the Sunny WebBox when you finish your work on the Sunny WebBox. To do so, select [Logout]. If you only close the web browser, you will not be logged out of the Sunny WebBox.

  • Page 42: Operation

    The navigation bar is always visible. The sub-menu adapts to the context of the respective main menu item. On the start page of the Sunny WebBox, there is an overview of the current output, the previous daily yield,, and the previous total yield of all the connected inverters.

  • Page 43: Explanation Of The Status Symbols

    WebBox but that there is an fault in the inverter. This symbol is shown in the following cases: • The inverter is not communicating with the Sunny WebBox. • A fault has occurred in the communication with the inverter. • It is night-time and the inverter is off.

  • Page 44: Overview By Device Type

    Operation SMA Solar Technology AG 8.1.3 Overview by Device Type In the device view, the right-hand window provides an overview of all devices in a group. Select a device type in the device view to show all devices of this type.

  • Page 45: Detecting Devices

    Depending on the number of devices in your PV plant, the detection process might differ in duration. If the Sunny WebBox does not signal any progress for more than three minutes, cancel the search process. To do so, click the [Cancel] button. Check that all devices are connected properly to your plant and repeat the detection.

  • Page 46: Event Report Display

    8.4 Event Report Display The event report keeps a log of various Sunny WebBox events. For example, this is where the Sunny WebBox stores information on file uploads to Sunny Portal.

  • Page 47: Managing Plant Data

    If the Sunny WebBox cannot connect to Sunny Portal, the Sunny WebBox saves the collected plant data in a circular buffer. The Sunny WebBox transmits the data to Sunny Portal with the next data upload. When the circular buffer is full, Sunny WebBox overwrites the oldest data. The time the circular buffer can bridge depends on the device types and number of the detected devices.

  • Page 48: Registering Sunny Webbox In The Sunny Portal

    13. Select [Register] in the "Last Sunny Portal registration" field. The Sunny Portal password will be sent to the entered e-mail address. ☑ The Sunny WebBox data transmission to Sunny Portal is configured. On the "WebBox > Info" page, you can see when the Sunny WebBox last successfully transmitted data. SWebBox-TEN101232...

  • Page 49: Activating/Deactivating Data Transmission To Sunny Portal

    ☑ This setting activates or deactivates data transmission to Sunny Portal. 9.2.3 Adjusting the Plant ID for Sunny Portal Sunny Portal identifies your Sunny WebBox via the plant identifier. In the following cases, you must adjust the plant identifier of the Sunny WebBox: •...

  • Page 50: Accessing The Sunny Webbox Via Sunny Portal

    Every time the Sunny WebBox connects with Sunny Portal, Sunny Portal saves the current address of the Sunny WebBox or your router with which the internet connection is established. If your router is configured accordingly, you can access your Sunny WebBox via Sunny Portal.

  • Page 51: Assigning Write And Read Access Rights For The Ftp Server

    You can also test the FTP push function using an FTP server you install locally on your computer. To learn how to install a local FTP server and use it to test the Sunny WebBox FTP push function with a local FTP server, please read Technical Information "Testing the FTP Push Function".

  • Page 52: Activating / Deactivating Ftp Push Function

    – FTP connection test failed; check the configuration of your FTP server and the Sunny WebBox. If necessary, you must adjust settings of the FTP server and the Sunny WebBox. If in doubt, contact your network administrator and repeat the connection test.

  • Page 53: Http Download Via The User Interface

    Managing Plant Data 9.5 HTTP Download Via the User Interface You can download the data collected by the Sunny WebBox via HTTP download. This function makes it possible to manually download your collected plant data in CSV or XML format to your computer.

  • Page 54: Storing Recorded Data On An Sd Card

    Managing Plant Data SMA Solar Technology AG 9.6 Storing Recorded Data on an SD Card In addition to the internal circular buffer, the Sunny WebBox can store the recorded data on an SD card. SD Card Compatibility To ensure that the SD card is functioning properly, use SD cards available from SMA.

  • Page 55: Setting Data Compression

    SMA Solar Technology AG Managing Plant Data The Sunny WebBox creates a directory on the SD card. The name of the file folder is "WebBox_[SerialNumber]". "[SerialNumber]" designates the serial number of the respective Sunny WebBox. The Sunny WebBox creates a sub-directory for each day in your directory. The Sunny WebBox saves the data values recorded in the sub-directories.

  • Page 56: Settings

    3. Select the time zone in the "Time zone (UTC offset)" field. Automatic time synchronization The Sunny WebBox aligns the current time with the Sunny Portal when "Automatic Time Synchronization" is active. This occurs during each data transmission to Sunny Portal. The Sunny WebBox doesn't establish an additional connection.

  • Page 57: Setting The Operator Name

    • Sunny Central (US version only) "ETHERNET" • All Sunny Central devices (US version only) 3. If SMA-COM is selected, select [Save] and continue with section 10.2.1 ”Setting SMA-COM” (page 58). If ETHERNET is selected, select [Save] and continue with section 10.2.2 ”Setting ETHERNET”...

  • Page 58: Setting Sma-Com

    Settings SMA Solar Technology AG 10.2.1 Setting SMA-COM If the devices of your PV plant are to communicate with the Sunny WebBox via SMA-COM, you must configure this communication method. Data Transmission Protocols SMA inverters use proprietary protocols for data transmission.

  • Page 59: Setting Ethernet

    Settings 10.2.2 Setting ETHERNET If the devices of your PV plant are to communicate with the Sunny WebBox via Ethernet, you must configure this communication method. 1. On the "PV subnet mask" of the user interface, enter the subnet mask of the communication bus of the central inverter page.

  • Page 60: Network Ports

    1. In the field "Virtual public HTTP port", enter the port enabled in the router for HTTP access. This port allows the Sunny WebBox's web server to be accessed via Internet. 2. In the "Webserver port" field, enter the port over which the web server of the Sunny WebBox can be reached.

  • Page 61: Enable Modem Dialup

    "no" The Sunny WebBox cannot be accessed via a dial-up connection. 3. Enter the IP address at which the Sunny WebBox can be accessed via a dial-up connection in the "IP address" field. 4. Select the number in "Pick up after ring tone" field if the Sunny WebBox should establish the connection.

  • Page 62: Terminating The Connection

    • Never leave slips of paper with passwords lying around. Check the quality of your passwords. If necessary, change your password to a secure password. On initial installation of the Sunny WebBox (no devices have been detected yet), the user interface prompts you to change the default password.

  • Page 63: Password Quality

    "Very unsafe", "Unsafe", "Adequate", "Safe" and "Very safe". Only select passwords whose security quality level is at least "Safe". 5. Select [Save]. ☑ The new password will be active at the next login at the Sunny WebBox. Technical Description SWebBox-TEN101232...

  • Page 64: Setting Data Upload

    Sunny Portal or to the external FTP server each day. You can also define the time period in which the Sunny WebBox connects to Sunny Portal or to the external FTP server. All data upload settings are related to both data upload to the Sunny Portal as well as to data upload to an external FTP server.

  • Page 65: Setting Csv Data Format

    SMA Solar Technology AG Settings 10.7 Setting CSV Data Format 1. Select "WebBox > Recording" in the user interface. 2. In the "Format" field, select "CSV". 3. Select [Configure]. ☑ The CSV data format configuration page opens. 4. Select the desired format of the file name in the "Filename format" field.

  • Page 66: Notification In Case Of Error Enabled

    The Sunny WebBox can inform you of error-type events which occur by e-mail. An Internet connection is required for this. For a Sunny WebBox with a GSM modem, you can also receive an alarm via SMS. This allows you to react rapidly to failures in your PV plant and minimize downtime.

  • Page 67: Enabling/Disabling Notification In Case Of Error

    (see page 25), or the settings and signal strength of the GSM modem (see page 27). 8. If a GSM modem is installed on the Sunny WebBox, make a selection in the "Send error as SMS message" field.

  • Page 68: Service Functions

    11 Service Functions 11.1 Updating the Firmware You have the option of updating the Sunny WebBox firmware. The update may be carried out with or without Sunny Portal access. When the Sunny WebBox firmware is updated, all the settings and data will be saved.

  • Page 69: Firmware Update Via Sd Card

    ☑ The "System information" page opens. If a new firmware version is available, the new version is displayed. 2. If a new version is available, select [Refresh]. ☑ The Sunny WebBox loads and installs the new firmware. 11.1.2 Firmware Update via SD Card Formatting the SD card Only use SD cards which have been formatted with the FAT32 file system.

  • Page 70: Stopping The Sunny Webbox

    You can stop the Sunny WebBox in the following ways: • Stop the Sunny WebBox via the user interface • Stop the Sunny WebBox by removing the plug-in power supply from the socket. Stop the Sunny WebBox via the user interface 1.

  • Page 71: Resetting The Sunny Webbox

    SMA Solar Technology AG Service Functions 11.3 Resetting the Sunny WebBox During resetting, specific Sunny WebBox settings are returned to the factory setting. If you only wish to restart the Sunny WebBox without resetting the settings, see section 11.2 ”Stopping the Sunny WebBox” (page 70).
  • Page 72 Sunny WebBox under the upper left foot. You must press the Reset button while the Sunny WebBox is switched on. 1. If the Sunny WebBox is mounted on a top hat rail, remove the Sunny WebBox from the top hat rail.

  • Page 73: Erase Unit Description

    ☑ The Sunny WebBox is reset. 11.4 Erase Unit Description 1. Log into the Sunny WebBox as an installer. 2. Select "WebBox > Info" in the user interface. 3. Select [Erase Unit Description] ☑ The unit descriptions of all devices will be erased.

  • Page 74: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and Care SMA Solar Technology AG 12 Maintenance and Care 12.1 Maintenance Conduct regular visual inspections of the Sunny WebBox to check for external damage or dirt. 12.2 Care NOTICE! Damage or destruction of the Sunny WebBox due to ingress of liquids. The Sunny WebBox is not waterproof.

  • Page 75: Decommissioning

    3. If the Sunny WebBox is connected to the telephone network via a modem connection, disconnect the telephone cable from the Sunny WebBox. 4. If the Sunny WebBox is connected directly to a computer or a local network via the Ethernet connection, disconnect the Ethernet cable from the Sunny WebBox.

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    14 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Rectification The Sunny WebBox is The Sunny WebBox network Check whether the Sunny WebBox is not available via the connection is interrupted. connected to the network. Check the user interface. network cable and all connections of the Sunny WebBox and your computer.
  • Page 77 RS485 cabling plan poster for information on cabling to the RS485 communication bus. Check that the RS485 cable is correctly connected to the Sunny WebBox. Check all connections (see section 6.8.2 ”Connecting the Sunny WebBox to the RS485 Communication Bus” (page 35)).
  • Page 78 Configure data transmission to Sunny does not transmit data deactivated. Portal (see section 9.2.1 ”Registering to Sunny Portal. Sunny WebBox in the Sunny Portal” (page 48)). Check the set plant name and the e-mail address. If necessary, register again with Sunny Portal.
  • Page 79 If sufficient reception is not possible in the building, use the optimal GSM antenna extension set for outside installation (see Section 16 ”Accessories” (page 91)). The Sunny WebBox starts the Reduce the maximum number of upload next upload attempt before attempts in a time window (see section completing a current data 10.6 ”Setting Data Upload”...
  • Page 80 SMA devices which can be authorized to access the shared connected to a communication bus as a communication bus at any time. master include the Sunny WebBox and They do not have to take other Sunny Boy Control. devices into consideration. If...

  • Page 81: Annex

    10.3 ”Ethernet Network” (page 59)). 1. If necessary, remove the write protection of the SD card. 2. Insert the SD card into the Sunny WebBox with the contacts facing down and to the front (see Section 9.6 ”Storing Recorded Data on an SD Card” (page 54)).

  • Page 82: Structure Of The Config.xml File

    Displays "true" during enabled DHCP use, and "false" when DHCP use is disabled. IP address The IP address of the Sunny WebBox, as set, or applied by the DHCP server. SubNetMask The subnet mask of the Sunny WebBox, as set, or applied by the DHCP server.

  • Page 83: Structure Of The Info.xml File

    Meaning Serial number Sunny WebBox serial number. MacAddress Hardware address of the Sunny WebBox Created Time of the FTP push connection test Version The current firmware version of the Sunny WebBox OSVersion Sunny WebBox operating system version Technical Description SWebBox-TEN101232...

  • Page 84: Structure Of An Xml Data File

    Annex SMA Solar Technology AG 15.5 Structure of an XML Data File <?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?> <WebBox> <Info> <Created>2010-02-10T01:37:04</Created> <Culture>de</Culture> </Info> <MeanPublic> <Key>WR38-006:2000333615:Ipv</Key> <First>10.360</First> <Last>20.225</Last> <Min>10.360</Min> <Max>20.225</Max> <Mean>14.425071</Mean> <Base>14</Base> <Period>900</Period> <TimeStamp>2010-06-23T16:30:38</TimeStamp> <MeanPublic> (...) </MeanPublic> <WebBox> Description of the XML tags Setting Meaning...

  • Page 85: Sunny Webbox With Gsm Modem

    If not just outgoing, but also incoming data connections are to be enabled, a GSM device requires dedicated data number which operates over the CSD data service. The Sunny WebBox does not support other data services. A standard SIM card with additional data connectivity has two telephone numbers (multi-numbering).

  • Page 86: Gsm Card Contracts Within Germany

    SIM card). NOTICE! Electrostatic discharges (ESD) may damage or destroy the Sunny WebBox. • Installation work on the Sunny WebBox may only be performed by qualified personnel. • Avoid coming into contact with components' connections and plug contacts.

  • Page 87: Replacing The Sim Card

    NOTICE! Electrostatic discharges (ESD) may damage or destroy the Sunny WebBox. • Installation work on the Sunny WebBox may only be performed by qualified personnel. • Avoid coming into contact with components' connections and plug contacts. • Ground yourself before working on the device.
  • Page 88 Annex SMA Solar Technology AG 4. Remove the old SD card from the Sunny WebBox. 5. Insert new SIM card in the Sunny WebBox. 6. Position the lid of the Sunny WebBox on the enclosure and screw it into place.

  • Page 89: Accessing Sunny Webbox Via An Integrated Analog Modem

    Annex 15.6.6 Accessing Sunny WebBox via an integrated analog modem This section describes how to access your Sunny WebBox from any computer with a modem via the integrated modem. The computer must be equipped with an analog modem or an ISDN modem with CAPI driver.
  • Page 90 9. Select [Next]. ☑ The "Internet Account Information" dialog box opens. 10. Enter "User name" (either "User" or "Installer"). The user group selection does not affect the access rights for the Sunny WebBox. 11. Enter a user password. 12. Select [Next].

  • Page 91: Accessories

    Antenna with 10 m antenna cable (pre-assembled) antenna bracket Screws Wall anchors 16.2 SD Cards 128 MB SMA order number: SD Card 128 MB 512 MB SMA order number: SD Card 512 MB 1 GB SMA order number: SD Card 1 GB 2 GB SMA order number: SD Card 2 GB 16.3 RS485 communication cables...

  • Page 92: Technical Data

    Technical Data SMA Solar Technology AG 17 Technical Data 17.1 Sunny WebBox Mechanical Data Dimensions (W x H x D) 255 mm x 130 mm x 57 mm Weight 750 g Power Supply Typical power consumption 4 W Maximum power consumption 10 W Ambient Conditions Ambient temperature –20°C - +65°C Relative air humidity 5 % … 95 %, non condensing...

  • Page 93: Plug-In Power Supply

    SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 17.2 Plug-in Power Supply Mechanical Data Dimensions (W x H x D) 107.8 mm x 57.5 mm x 33.5 mm Weight 300 g Power Supply Voltage 100 V − 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Nominal current 0.8 A Technical Description SWebBox-TEN101232...

  • Page 94: Contact

    • Type of communication interface between Sunny WebBox and the inverters • Type and serial numbers of the inverters connected to the plant. • If you need to send in the Sunny WebBox, remove the SD card first SMA Solar Technology AG...
  • Page 99 The use of supplied software produced by SMA Solar Technology AG is subject to the following conditions: • SMA Solar Technology AG rejects any liability for direct or indirect damages arising from the use of software developed by SMA Solar Technology AG. This also applies to the provision or non-provision of support activities.

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