Contents About This Manual ..............1 Validity ..................1 Type Description................ 1 Intended Use ................1 Target Group ................1 How to Use This Manual ............2 Symbol Explanation ..............2 Safety Instruction ..............4 Product Introduction ............6 Function Description ..............6 3.1.1 Brief Introduction ...............
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6.5.2 Connect to the Device with RJ45 Port ........21 Ethernet Port ................22 External AC Power Supply Cable..........22 External DC Power Supply Cable ..........23 Inspection after Cable Connection ........... 24 Commissioning ..............25 Check before Commissioning ..........25 Commissioning Steps ..............
1 About This Manual 1.1 Validity This manual is valid for the smart communication box researched and manufactured by Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. COM100D COM100E The foregoing smart communication boxes are referred to as the "COM100" for short unless otherwise specified.
All rights reserved including the pictures, symbols, and markings used in this manual. Any reproduction or disclosure, even partially, of the contents of this manual is strictly prohibited without prior written authorization of Sungrow. The content of the manual will be periodically updated or revised as per the product development.
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User Manual 1 About This Manual NOTE indicates additional information, emphasized contents or tips to help you solve problems or save time.
2 Safety Instruction This chapter mainly introduces safety instructions that need to be respected during the operation of the COM100. The COM100 has been designed and tested strictly according to international safety regulations. As electrical and electronic equipment, the COM100 must be installed, commissioned, operated, and maintained in strict accordance with related safety instructions.
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The COM100 can only be used as described in this manual. Alter the product without authorization or use spare parts not sold or recommended by Sungrow may lead to fire, electric shock or other damages. Disconnect all electrical connections and the upstream input switch to make sure the COM100 is voltage-free during installation.
3 Product Introduction 3.1 Function Description Brief Introduction 3.1.1 With a data logger integrated inside, the COM100 is featured with flexible networking, auxiliary maintenance, and easy operation. Flexible networking Support of RS485, Ethernet, and WiFi communication Support of access by various environment sensors, energy meters, and Meteo Stations Auxiliary maintenance ...
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User Manual 3 Product Introduction iSolarCoud Router Insight SCADA system Switch COM100 Meteo Station Energy meter RS485 Internet Ethernet cable Power cable PV module Inverter Transformer Grid The COM100 can be connected to iSolarCloud via the router or connected to the iSolarCloud via the WiFi or 4G network.
3 Product Introduction User Manual 3.2 Appearance Item Name Description Mounting ear 4, for ease of installation Waterproof terminal 3.3 Dimensions The dimensions of the COM100 are as follows: Depth(D) Width(W) Height(H) Fig. 3-1 COM100 dimensions Width (W) Height (H) Depth (D) 460mm 315mm...
4 Installation Flow The following figure shows the overall installation flow of the COM100. Start Unpacking and inspection Location selection Mechanical installation Electrical installation Check before commissioning Running steps Fig. 4-1 Installation flow Tab. 4-1 Description of the installation flow Procedure Reference chapter Unpacking and inspection...
5 Mechanical Installation 5.1 Unpacking and Inspection Check the scope of delivery for completeness according to the packing list. The following items should be included: Fig. 5-1 Scope of delivery Item Name Description COM100 Quick user manual, delivery inspection report, Documents packing list, warranty card, and certificate Cable tie...
User Manual 5 Mechanical Installation 5.2 Location Requirements Environment Requirements With the ingress of protection IP66, the COM100 can be installed both indoors and outdoors (more often). Ambient temperature: -30℃ to +60℃; and ambient humidity: ≤ 95%. If otherwise, the internal components will be damaged.
5 Mechanical Installation User Manual Type Tool Phillips Rubber Crimping tool RJ45 crimping screwdriver mallet tool 5.4 Installation Method The COM100 can be installed in wall-mounting manner or pole-mounting manner. Be aware of the weight of the COM100 throughout the installation process! Tip over or fall of the device due to inappropriate operation can cause personal injury!
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User Manual 5 Mechanical Installation The following figure shows the installation dimensions of the COM100. Concrete Wall Select an appropriate installation Step 1 surface. Mark positions for drilling holes with Step 2 a marker. Drill the holes with a drill according Step 3 φ8 to the marks made before.
COM100 is firmly in place. 5.4.2 Pole-Mounting (Optional) The COM100 can be installed in the pole-mounting manner which should be specified when you place an order. Sungrow will design according to actual installation conditions. Accessories supplied with the COM100 include matching screw assembly, nuts, brackets, clamps, etc.
User Manual 5 Mechanical Installation Fix the mounting-brackets with the clamps by using the nuts. Step 2 5.5 Antenna Connection (Optional) The COM100 comes standard with a antenna. If the COM100 is to be installed in a container, purchase a sucker antenna. Release the 4 screws on the front side of the COM100 and open the Step 1 front cover of the cabinet.
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5 Mechanical Installation User Manual Place the sucker antenna base on a metal surface outside the container. Step 4 Metal enclosure Metal enclosure...
6 Electrical Connection User Manual 6.2 Internal Structure The internal structure of the COM100 is shown in the following figure. Item Description Logger1000A or Logger1000B Switch-mode power supply and surge protection device, 24Vdc power supply Micro circuit breaker, used to connect/disconnect the external 220Vac power supply Lighting device, turn on the light before opening the front cover of the cabinet for ease of night maintenance...
User Manual 6 Electrical Connection 6.4 Grounding Strip the insulation cover of the grounding cable and crimp the stripped Step 1 cable to the OT terminal. Fasten the grounding cable in the sequence of cross recessed fastener Step 2 assembly, OT terminal, and grounding hole. Item Description M5x10 cross recessed fastener assembly...
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6 Electrical Connection User Manual Cable Type RS485 cable Outdoor ultraviolet protection shielded twisted pair (STP) Loosen the "RS485-1/2/3" waterproof terminal on the bottom of the Step 1 COM100. Lead the RS485 cable through the "RS485-1/2/3" waterproof terminal. Step 2 Strip the cable jacket and insulation layer of the communication cable with a wire stripper respectively.
User Manual 6 Electrical Connection 6.5.2 Connect to the Device with RJ45 Port Communication cable specification: Cable Type ETH communication cable Outdoor STP Ethernet cable Loosen the "RS485-1/2/3" waterproof terminal on the bottom of the Step 1 COM100. Lead the Ethernet cable through the "RS485-1/2/3" waterproof terminal. Step 2 Strip the insulation layer of the communication cable with an Ethernet wire stripper.
6 Electrical Connection User Manual 6.6 Ethernet Port The COM100 can be connected to the background of the PV system via the Ethernet port, and the communication protocol is standard Modbus TCP or IEC104. Prepare a suitable length of Ethernet cable. Step 1 Insert one end of the cable into the port of the Ethernet switch and the Step 2...
User Manual 6 Electrical Connection power supply cable through the waterproof terminal into the corresponding terminal of the micro circuit breaker inside the COM100. Strip and connect the cable to the corresponding terminal inside the Step 2 COM100. Fasten the "AC (100~277V)" waterproof terminal. Step 3 6.8 External DC Power Supply Cable The 24Vdc power supply port inside the COM100 is the "24V IN"...
6 Electrical Connection User Manual Insert the stripped DC cable into the port "24V IN" and "24V OUT" of the Step 3 Logger1000. 24V IN 24V OUT Electrical equipment Fasten the waterproof terminal. Step 4 6.9 Inspection after Cable Connection Conduct the following operations after finishing electrical cable connection: ...
7 Commissioning 7.1 Check before Commissioning Item Result All cables are intact, well insulated, and appropriately □ dimensioned □ All cables are connected correctly and firmly The polarity of the power supply cable is correct. The □ ground cable is reliably grounded Seal the gaps at the bottom of the waterproof terminals □...
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Users in mainland China access the "China Station". Users in Europe access the "Europe Station". Users in other regions access the "International station". Check the data of SUNGROW string inverter for correctness □ on the real-time information interface.
PV array/plant, but also has the power regulation function. Multiple regulation manners can meet different regulation requirements. Logger1000 can regulate the power output of the SUNGROW inverter, and the regulation mainly includes active power control and reactive power regulation.
8 Grid Dispatching Function User Manual The corresponding power dispatching function is available only when the inverter supports active power control, power factor control, and reactive power regulation! For details, refer to the inverter user manual or consult the local retailers.
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User Manual 8 Grid Dispatching Function COM100 Ripple Control Receiver In Germany and some other European countries, the grid company uses the Ripple Control Receiver to convert the grid dispatching signal and send it in a dry contact manner. In this case, the plant needs to receive the grid dispatching signal in the dry contact communication manner.
8 Grid Dispatching Function User Manual Fig. 8-3 Wiring of the active power dry contact 8.2.2 Analog Control Interface The analog control interface is at the bottom of the COM100, and a sum of 4 analog input ports are provided, as shown in the figure below. AI/DI 1+ 1- 2+ 2-...
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User Manual 8 Grid Dispatching Function The DRM interface requires that the COM100 can be connected to the DRED via the corresponding wiring terminal or RJ45 connector.
9 WEB Interface 9.1 Running Requirements Item Parameter WIN7, WIN8, WIN10, or Mac OS System Browser IE10 or later, Chrome45 or later, Safari11 or later Min. resolution 1366 x 768 CPU frequency higher than 2.5GHz 9.2 Configure PC Network Parameters The COM100 and the PC can communication via the Ethernet or the WiFi.
After login for the first time, it is recommended to change the password. Click "O&M user" -> "Modify password" to change the password. In case the password is forgotten, contact SUNGROW to obtain a new one, with system time and Logger1000 S/N provided.
10 Appendix 10.1 Technical Parameters Communication No. of supportable 30 at most device RS485 interface Ethernet port 1, 10/100/1000Mbps self-adaptive Digital input port Analog input port 4, support of 4~20mA or 0~10Vdc Wireless communication Support of China Mobile/China Unicom/China Telecom, Operator 4G/3G/2G LTE(FDD): B1, B3, B5, B8...
The installation and use do not comply with stipulations of relevant international standards The damage is caused by unpredictable factors For the foregoing faults or damages, SUNGROW can provide a paid service at the request of the client after judgment.
Software licenses It is prohibited to use data contained in firmware or software developed by SUNGROW, in part or in full, for commercial purposes by any means. It is prohibited to perform reverse engineering, cracking, or any other operations that compromise the original program design of the software developed by SUNGROW.
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10 Appendix User Manual service.turkey@sungrow.co U.S.A, Mexico Sungrow Power UK Ltd. Sungrow USA Corporation Milton Keynes Phoenix Arizona +44 (0) 0908 414127 +1 833 747 6937 service.uk@sungrow.co techsupport@sungrow-na.com Vietnam Sungrow Vietnam Hanoi +84 918 402 140 service@vn.sungrowpower.com...