Tigo TS4-L Installation Manual
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- Page 1 Installation Manual TS4 UHD-Core with TAP and CCA...
- Page 2 National Electric Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA 70 and/or local electrical codes. When the photovoltaic array is exposed to light, it supplies a DC voltage to the Tigo TS4 units. The TS4 units start in the “ON” state and their output voltage may be as high as the PV module open circuit voltage (V ) when connected to the module.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
System Overview: TS4-R String Design With TS4 System Overview: TS4-A Appendix System Overview: TS4-A-Duo Product Specifications, Rapid Shutdown, String Sizing with TS4-L MLPE Installation Notes Technical Specifications – TS4-B Installation Smart Module with TS4-B TS4-R Installation Technical Specifications – TS4-R TS4-A Installation Technical Specifications –... -
Page 4: Tigo System Overview
TIGO SYSTEM OVERVIEW Module Level Power Electronics: Modular smart electronics platform TS4 - O 4-1234T Communication Accessories: Tigo Access Point (TAP) access point Wireless communication device for monitoring and safety features Cloud Connect RS485-1 GATEWAY RS485-2 POWER Advanced (CCA) Data logger and rapid shutdown... -
Page 5: Ts4 Flex Mlpe Versions
TS4 FLEX MLPE VERSIONS TS4-B TS4-O • Module electronics are contained in the 4 - 123A junction box, installed at the PV module factory • Connected in series like regular modules • No additional wiring connections to make TS4-A, TS4-R Bracket clips to module frame without tools •... -
Page 6: Ts4 Flex Mlpe Functions
• Maximized roof usage • Enhanced energy yield • Plus all the benefits of Safety and Monitoring • Greater design flexibility LONG STRINGS TS4-L Diodes Monitoring Safety Optimization Long Strings • String length increased by up to 30% • Inverter optimization •... -
Page 7: Communication Accessories
COMMUNICATION ACCESSORIES Tigo Access Point (TAP) Quick RS485 connect terminal block DATA DATA 120Ω resistor access point Cable gland Mesh configuration: Wireless range: 33ft (10m) max between TAP and • • 300 TS4 units per TAP closest TS4 unit 900 TS4 units per CCA •... -
Page 8: System Overview: Ts4-B
SYSTEM OVERVIEW: TS4-B RS485-1 GATEWAY RS485-2 POWER access point 1. Modules with integrated TS4 2. Tigo Access Point (TAP) 3. Cloud Connect Advanced (CCA) 4. Inverter... -
Page 9: System Overview: Ts4-R
RS485-2 POWER TS4-R-O access point 4 - 123A 1. Tigo Access Point (TAP) 2. TS4-R installed on standard module 3. Cloud Connect Advanced (CCA) 4. Inverter Note: connect modules to TS4-R inputs before connecting outputs TS4-R mounting is recommended on the upper right as shown, but can •... -
Page 10: System Overview: Ts4-A
TS4-A-O DO NOT DISCONNECT 4 - 123A UNDER LOAD access point 1. Tigo Access Point (TAP) 2. TS4-A installed on standard module 3. Cloud Connect Advanced (CCA) 4. Inverter Note: connect modules to TS4-A inputs before connecting outputs TS4-A mounting is recommended on the upper right as shown, but can •... -
Page 11: System Overview: Ts4-A-Duo
TS4-A-O DO NOT DISCONNECT 4 - 123A UNDER LOAD access point 1. Tigo Access Point (TAP) 2. TS4-A-O-Duo installed on pair of standard modules (modules are connected in series to TS4 inputs) 3. Cloud Connect Advanced (CCA) 4. Inverter Note: connect modules to TS4-A inputs before connecting outputs TS4-A mounting is recommended on the upper right as shown, but can •... -
Page 12: Mlpe Installation Notes
MLPE INSTALLATION NOTES • Note: The following TS4 products are shipped in the ON position: • TS4-M, TS4-S, TS4-O, TS4-L • TS4-A-O, TS4-A-O-Duo • TS4-R-M, TS4-R-S, TS4-R-O • TS4-R-M-Duo, TS4-R-S-Duo, TS4-R-O-Duo • Upon exposure of the PV module to sunlight high voltage is present. -
Page 13: Ts4-B Installation
TS4-B INSTALLATION Smart modules with an integrated TS4 junction box are installed and connected in series just like standard PV modules. No additional grounding is required for the TS4 units. TS4-L TS4-L 4 - 123A 4 - 123A TS4-L TS4-L... -
Page 14: Ts4-R Installation
TS4-R INSTALLATION Standard modules can be equipped with TS4-R add-on units as shown below. Always connect modules to TS4-R inputs before connecting outputs. Each TS4-R must have a PV module connected to its inputs before connecting the outputs of TS4-R units in series. To disconnect TS4-R from a module, disconnect the TS4-R outputs from the string before disconnecting the TS4-R inputs from the module junction box. -
Page 15: Ts4-A Installation
To disconnect TS4-A from a module, disconnect the TS4-A outputs from the string before disconnecting the TS4-A inputs from the module junction box. Tigo Rapid Shutdown Tigo Rapid Shutdown NEC 690.12-2017 and C22.1-2015 Rule 64.218 NEC 690.12-2017 and C22.1-2015 Rule 64.218... -
Page 16: Ts4-A-Duo Installation
TS4-A-DUO INSTALLATION Standard modules can be equipped with TS4-A-Duo add-on units as shown below. Always connect modules to TS4-A inputs before connecting outputs. TS4-A-Duo must have a PV module connected to its inputs before connecting the outputs of TS4-A-Duo units in series. To disconnect TS4-A-Duo from a module, disconnect the TS4-A-Duo outputs from the string before disconnecting the TS4-A-Duo inputs from the module junction box. -
Page 17: Communication Installation
COMMUNICATION INSTALLATION COMMUNICATION DESIGN RULES • MESH CONFIGURATION • 300 TS4 units per TAP • 900 TS4 units per CCA • 7 TAPs per CCA • 33ft (10m) max between TAP and closest TS4 unit • 115ft (35m) max wireless range using mesh •... -
Page 18: Tap Installation - Mesh Configuration
Remove resistor to connect another Access Point in series. - + B A Tigo Access Point (TAP) P/N: 158-20000-00 FCC ID: XNNSILICONAIR2 Patented, Designed in USA, Assembled in China IC ID: 11021A-XNNSILICONAIR2 This product contains a wireless module inside. -
Page 19: Tap Placement Example - Mesh
TAP PLACEMENT EXAMPLE - MESH 230ft (70m) max access point 33ft (10m) max 33ft (10m) max Place TAP within 10m of any TS4 unit in the array. Maximum distance of 10m between TS4 units that belong to a single TAP. Maximum distance of 35m (115ft) between TAP and farthest TS4 unit. -
Page 20: Cca Installation
CCA INSTALLATION • CCA is required for monitoring and rapid shutdown Optional for optimization and long strings • • Install near inverter with access to AC power and internet • Ethernet and Wi-Fi are built-in Connector for external switch DC power (optional) input RS485-1... -
Page 21: Cca Led Status Guide
Discovery is complete and found all CCA and is actively in use. expected TAPs and TS4 units, and CCA is able to connect to the Tigo server. Discovery Power Off / No Status •... -
Page 22: Cca & Tap Wiring
CCA & TAP WIRING Connector blocks: Quick connectors: Connector blocks: Quick connectors: use screw terminals press wire into terminal use screw terminals press wire into terminal Remove resistor to connect Remove resistor to connect another Access Point in series. another Access Point in series. - + B A - + B A + B A... -
Page 23: Modbus Rs-485 Wiring Diagram & Configuration Template
MODBUS RS-485 WIRING DIAGRAM & CONFIGURATION TEMPLATE • Up to 32 Modbus RS-485 devices can be connected to a single Cloud Connect/CCA • All devices must have a unique Modbus address • All devices connected in series must have the same baud rate, parity, and stop bit settings •... -
Page 24: Configuration, Registration, & Commissioning
CONFIGURATION, REGISTRATION, & COMMISSIONING • Residential systems can perform configuration, registration, and commissioning via the Tigo SMART App. • Non-residential systems should perform site configuration online at https://smart.tigoenergy.com. Recommended procedure: Enter site layout online Type or scan TS4 barcodes into online layout... -
Page 25: Tigo Smart App
TIGO SMART APP Commissioning a new system using the Tigo App 3.0 Use the Tigo SMART app to: • Create a system • Input owner info • Enter inverter & module types • Configure layout and scan barcodes • Configure network •... -
Page 26: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Requires active mobile data connection If you do not have an installer account, tap ‘Enroll’ to create a new account. All system data can also be accessed and edited here: smart.tigoenergy.com To proceed with a new installation, tap ‘+’ at the top right of the display To service or monitor an existing system that has already been configured, tap on that... -
Page 27: Select Equipment
SELECT EQUIPMENT Requires active mobile data connection • Go to ‘Select Equipment’ • Tap ‘+’ at the top right of the display to add equipment • Choose the inverter model, the number of MPPTs, and the associated CCA • Select the manufacturer and model of the PV modules •... -
Page 28: Configure Module Layout
CONFIGURE MODULE LAYOUT Requires active mobile data connection • Place modules in the Layout grid according to their physical placement on site • Note: Matching the physical map of the system is optional but improves its appearance in the monitoring portal and makes maintenance easier •... -
Page 29: Connect Cca To Smartphone
• the CCA via Bluetooth, tap the serial number of the CCA you wish to connect with Note: Use the Tigo Smart App to • pair with the CCA, instead of the phone’s Bluetooth pairing screen • Once connected to the CCA, tap ‘Next’... -
Page 30: Configure Network Settings - Connect Cca To Internet
CONFIGURE NETWORK SETTINGS – CONNECT CCA TO INTERNET Requires smartphone – CCA connection • The Network Test checks the Internet connection of the • The test performs a series of checks that can be used for troubleshooting the network connection •... -
Page 31: String Design With Ts4
Diodes TS4-L: LONG STRINGS: Increased maximum string length, no derating for cold temperature Flexible design (mixed orientations, unequal length strings in parallel) Tolerant of shade and mismatch Diodes Monitoring Safety Optimization Long Strings Click here for TS4-L string sizing rules... -
Page 32: Appendix
Appendix Product Specifications, Rapid Shutdown, String Sizing with TS4-L... -
Page 33: Technical Specifications - Smart Module With Ts4-B
1500V 1500V Output voltage limit of TS4-L is factory-set. Cloud Connect Advanced (CCA) and TAP/Gateway required for rapid shutdown compliance with TS4-S, TS4-O, & TS4-L. TS4-F requires RSS Transmitter. Mechanical Operating Temperature Range -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F), RH < 85% Storage Temperature Range -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F), RH <... -
Page 34: Technical Specifications - Ts4-R
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – TS4-R MONITORING SAFETY OPTIMIZATION Electrical Ratings TS4-R-M TS4-R-S TS4-R-O Input Rated DC Input Power 475W 475W 475W Input Voltage 16 - 90V 16 - 90V 16 - 90V Max Continuous Input Current (I Output Output Power Range 0 - 475W 0 - 475W 0 - 475W... -
Page 35: Technical Specifications - Ts4-A
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – TS4-A MONITORING SAFETY OPTIMIZATION Electrical Ratings TS4-A-M TS4-A-S TS4-A-O Input Rated DC Input Power 500W 500W 500W Input Voltage 16 - 90V 16 - 90V 16 - 90V Max Continuous Input Current (I Output Output Power Range 0 - 500W 0 - 500W 0 - 500W... -
Page 36: Technical Specifications - Ts4-R-Duo
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – TS4-R-DUO MONITORING SAFETY OPTIMIZATION Electrical Ratings TS4-R-M-Duo TS4-R-S-Duo TS4-R-O-Duo Input Rated DC Input Power 700W 700W 700W Input Voltage 16 - 90V 16 - 90V 16 - 90V Max Continuous Input Current (I Output Output Power Range 0 - 700W 0 - 700W 0 - 700W... -
Page 37: Technical Specifications - Ts4-A-O-Duo
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – TS4-A-O-DUO OPTIMIZATION Electrical Ratings TS4-A-O-Duo Input Rated DC Input Power 700W Input Voltage 16 - 90V Max Continuous Input Current (I Output Output Power Range 0 - 700W Output Voltage Range 0 – V Communication Type Wireless Rapid Shutdown UL Listed (NEC 2014 &... -
Page 38: Technical Specifications - Cca & Tap
Each CCA supports up to 900 TS4 units and up to 7 TAPs Legacy Configuration Each CCA supports up to 360 TS4 units and up to 7 TAPs User Interface Mobile App: Tigo SMART App for Android and iOS Multi-function LED status indicator Power Supply (Optional) 126.2... -
Page 39: Testing Rapid Shutdown
TESTING RAPID SHUTDOWN TS4-L, TS4-O, and TS4-S (includes TS4-R and TS4-A add-on versions) with Cloud Connect Advanced and TAP are a solution to meet the NEC 2014 & 2017 690.12 Rapid Shutdown requirements. TS4 units with the safety feature automatically enter rapid shutdown mode when the CCA is switched off and resume energy production when power is restored to the CCA. -
Page 40: String Sizing With Ts4-L
STRING SIZING WITH TS4-L TS4-L has a state of the art technology designed to reduce balance of system costs by allowing longer strings. This can reduce the number of strings by up to 30%, which directly correlates to a 30% reduction in combiner boxes, wiring, fuses, and hardware overhead costs, as well as reducing the labor requirement for installation. -
Page 41: Tap Placement - Legacy (Pre-Mesh)
TAP PLACEMENT - LEGACY ( PRE-MESH ) access point access point 50ft (15m) Place TAP near center of array or each TAP attaches to module frame using sub-array. built-in bracket. Mounting holes are also available in case of frameless modules. Connector blocks: Quick connectors: use screw terminals... -
Page 42: Installation Complete
1.408.402.0802 For technical information: For additional info and product selection assistance, use Tigo’s online design tool at http://support.tigoenergy.com www.tigoenergy.com/design Tigo Energy, Inc. 420 Blossom Hill Rd, Los Gatos, California 95032 USA | www.tigoenergy.com P: +1.408.402.0802 F:+1.408.358.6279 | sales@tigoenergy.com...
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