SMA 485 Installation Manual
SMA 485 Installation Manual

SMA 485 Installation Manual

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485 Data Module Type B
485BRD-10-IA-en-12 | Version 1.2
ENGLISH

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  • Page 1 Installation Manual 485 Data Module Type B 485BRD-10-IA-en-12 | Version 1.2 ENGLISH...
  • Page 2 The information contained in this document is the property of SMA Solar Technology AG. Publishing its content, either partially or in full, requires the written permission of SMA Solar Technology AG. Any internal company copying of the document for the purposes of evaluating the product or its correct implementation is allowed and does not require permission.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.1 485 Data Module ........
  • Page 4 Table of Contents SMA Solar Technology AG 485BRD-10-IA-en-12 Installation Manual...
  • Page 5: Information On This Document

    1  Information on this Document 1 Information on this Document 1.1 Validity This document is valid for the device type "485BRD-10" (485 Data Module Type B). 1.2 Target Group The tasks described in this document must be performed by qualified persons only. Qualified persons must have the following skills: •...
  • Page 6: Typography

    • Select Settings > Date. be selected [Button/Key] • Button or key to be selected or • Select [Next]. pressed 1.6 Nomenclature In this document, the "485 Data Module Type B" is referred to as "485 data module". 485BRD-10-IA-en-12 Installation Manual...
  • Page 7: Safety

    2.1 Appropriate Usage The 485 data module enables you to setup cable-connected RS485 communication. The 485 data module can be retrofitted, or installed in the inverter at the factory if specified in the order. The inverter still complies with the standard after the product has been installed.
  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Damage to the 485 data module or the inverter due to electrostatic discharge Touching electronic components on the 485 data module or in the inverter can cause damage to or destroy the 485 data module and the inverter through electrostatic discharge.
  • Page 9: Scope Of Delivery

    Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage. Contact your specialist dealer if the delivery is incomplete or damaged. If the 485 data module has already been installed in the inverter at the factory, only those parts necessary for electrical connection are included in the scope of delivery.
  • Page 10: Product Description

    Hole for attaching the data module using the metal spacer Type label 4.2 Type Label The type label clearly identifies the 485 data module. The type label is located on the front of the 485 data module. Figure 2: Layout of the type label (example)
  • Page 11: Electrical Connection

    SMA Solar Technology AG 5  Electrical Connection 5 Electrical Connection 5.1 Safety during Electrical Connection Danger to life due to electric shock High voltages that can cause fatal electric shocks are present in the live components of the inverter. • Prior to performing any work on the inverter, always disconnect the inverter from any voltage sources as described in the corresponding installation manual (see inverter installation manual).
  • Page 12: Mounting Position And Cable Routing

    5.2 Mounting Position and Cable Routing Figure 3: Mounting position and cable route in the inverter with the enclosure lid open Item Designation Mounting position Cable route Optional cable route Socket to plug in the 485 data module 485BRD-10-IA-en-12 Installation Manual...
  • Page 13: Installing The 485 Data Module In The Inverter

    (torque: 3.5 Nm ± 0.3 Nm). 3. Insert the module in the inverter. Position the plug at the bottom of the 485 data module in the socket and lead the spacers through the holes in the 485 data module.
  • Page 14: Preparing The Cables

    5  Electrical Connection SMA Solar Technology AG 5.4 Preparing the Cables Disturbance of data transmission due to AC cables During operation, AC cables generate an electromagnetic field which may induce interference in plant communication. • Do not lay the cables of the RS485 communication together with the AC cable.
  • Page 15: Preparing The Cable Gland On The Inverter

    If you wish to connect one or two cables to the 485 data module and do not want to use the multi-function relay in the inverter neither immediately nor at a later time, prepare the M25 cable gland on the inverter for one or two cables.
  • Page 16 6. Press the cable support sleeve into the cable gland and lead each cable all the way up to the sockets on the 485 data module. 7. Screw the swivel nut onto the M25 cable gland. 8. Remove the protective cover of the multi-function relay from the inside of the inverter.
  • Page 17: Connecting The Cables To The 485 Data Module

    5.6 Connecting the Cables to the 485 Data Module Figure 4: Overview of the connection area Connect each cable to the 485 data module according to the following procedure. 1. Plug one spring-cage connector into each of the sockets on the 485 data module.
  • Page 18 4. Connect the wire to the terminals of the spring clamp terminal and note down the colour of the wires. The cables can be allocated to any spring-cage connector. Signal 485 data modules Insulated wire colour RS485 bus Data+ Data- 5.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    6 Troubleshooting Problem Cause and corrective measures The emergency channel list "Emergncy" The 485 data module has been installed in an inverter or "EmgncyXX" is displayed in the without first disconnecting the inverter on the AC and communication product DC sides. This prevents the inverter from detecting the (e.
  • Page 20: Decommissioning

    10. Close and commission the inverter (see inverter installation manual). 7.2 Packaging the 485 Data Module for Shipping • Pack the 485 data module. Use the original packaging or packaging that is suitable for the weight and size of the 485 data module.
  • Page 21: Technical Data

    SMA Solar Technology AG 8  Technical Data 8 Technical Data Mechanical Data Dimensions (width x height x depth) 127 mm x 77 mm x 39 mm Weight 47 g Communication Communication interface RS485 Maximum cable length 1,200 m Connections Type of plug...
  • Page 22: Contact

    SMA Solar Technology AG 9 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, please contact the SMA Service Line. We require the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Serial number and firmware version of the inverter (tap twice on the inverter display or see Sunny Portal or Sunny Explorer) •...
  • Page 23 +66 2 670 6999 대한민국 SMA Technology Korea Co., Ltd. +82 2 508-8599 서울 +971 2 234-6177 SMA Middle East LLC Other International SMA Service Line Toll free worldwide: 00800 SMA SERVICE countries (+800 762 7378423) Niestetal Installation Manual 485BRD-10-IA-en-12...
  • Page 24 SMA Solar Technology www.SMA-Solar.com...

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