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Hub-4 / grid parallel - manual
Note: make sure to always update all components to the latest software when making a new
installation.
Introduction
Hub-4 is a Grid-parallel Energy Storage system, using the Multi or Quattro bidirectional
inverter/charger as its main component. It optimizes self-consumption: at times when there is excess
PV power, the PV energy is stored in the battery. And that stored energy is then to power the loads at
times when there is a shortage of PV power.
The system is managed by the
both locally and remotely via our
and Android.
Schematic overview
Features
Grid parallel energy storage system that optimizes self consumption.
Wide range of available inverter/chargers: 800 VA to 10.000 VA in 12, 24 and 48 VDC.
Flexible:
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a single phase inverter/charger installation in a single-phase system
2.
a single phase inverter/charger installation in a multi-phase system
Victron Energy - https://www.victronenergy.com/live/
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Color Control GX
(CCGX), which also provides extensive monitoring,
VRM Portal
and the
Hub-4 / grid parallel - manual DEPRECATED
VRM
App. The VRM app is available for both iOS
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Summary of Contents for Victron energy Hub-4
- Page 1 Introduction Hub-4 is a Grid-parallel Energy Storage system, using the Multi or Quattro bidirectional inverter/charger as its main component. It optimizes self-consumption: at times when there is excess PV power, the PV energy is stored in the battery. And that stored energy is then to power the loads at times when there is a shortage of PV power.
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Page 2: Required Parts
Last update: system_integration:hub4_grid_parallel https://www.victronenergy.com/live/system_integration:hub4_grid_parallel?rev=1456310763 2016-02-24 11:46 a split- or three-phase inverter/charger system in a multi-phase system Both wired and a wireless connection to the meter central distribution box is possible. (optional) No-break UPS output. (optional) Phase compensation. Built-in anti-islanding / loss of mains detection. Currently certified for limited number of countries/models, more certification coming. - Page 3 Carlo Gavazzi can also be used, as the communication is the same. For example the EM24DINAV53DISX, which uses Current Transformers and can therefore work in systems > 63A per phase. Note that this model is not stocked by Victron Energy, we recommend to purchase it locally.
- Page 4 0 W -700 W Distribution box -600 W 400 W 200 W Enabling or disabling phase compensation is done in the Hub-4 settings on the Color Control GX. See the screenshot further down below in this manual. 3.2 Split- and three-phase inverter/charger system Installation details The Multis need to be configured as a three-phase system.
- Page 5 Disabling phase compensation In a hub-4 system it is still possible to balance the grid power of each phase to 0W. Disable phase compensation. This would however cause significant losses, because power will flow from one phase to another through the DC connections.
- Page 6 Last update: system_integration:hub4_grid_parallel https://www.victronenergy.com/live/system_integration:hub4_grid_parallel?rev=1456310763 2016-02-24 11:46 single phase setup diagram: Note the jumper between terminals 1 and 4. Meter configuration Change the front selector of the AC sensor so it is not in the locked state. This will allow the CCGX to automatically configure the meter.
- Page 7 2020-12-11 00:44 7/13 Hub-4 / grid parallel - manual DEPRECATED Option A: Wireless connection to CCGX 1. Connect the Zigbee to USB converter to the CCGX using the supplied USB cable. A few seconds after connecting, the active LED should be on and the TX/RX LED should be blinking (the converter takes its power from the CCGX, so the CCGX needs to be switched on as well).
- Page 8 AC Output 1. Then use VEConfigure3 to load the assistant 'self consumption Hub-4' into the device. If you have a Multi Compact, check the DIP switches: DIP switch 1 must be on, and DIP switch 2 must be off.
- Page 9 There are three parameters that check if the Battery is empty: Battery State of Charge. Minimum state of charge is configured in the Hub-4 Assistant. Battery Voltage. See Dynamic Cut-off section below.
- Page 10 Last update: system_integration:hub4_grid_parallel https://www.victronenergy.com/live/system_integration:hub4_grid_parallel?rev=1456310763 2016-02-24 11:46 7. Color Control GX configuration Power up the system. After a few seconds, the display will come to life. If not, check the wiring of the system. Within 60 seconds after power up, the CCGX will detect the meter. The meter will show up in the device list on the display.
- Page 11 8. Using the Wired HUB-4 AC Sensor to measure PV Inverter output Instead of used for the Hub-4 regulation, the same three phase meter can be configured to measure output of a PV Inverter. Make sure to check Paragraph 1.3 in the...
- Page 12 Last update: system_integration:hub4_grid_parallel https://www.victronenergy.com/live/system_integration:hub4_grid_parallel?rev=1456310763 2016-02-24 11:46 Press right until 'End' appears. Press down. The display now shows measurements again. On a single phase setup, you can use a single AC sensor to measure both grid and PV inverter. For wiring see the diagram below. On the CCGX go to the grid meter in the Wired AC sensor settings.
- Page 13 I get a lot of Low battery pre-alarm warnings ? Solved by updating to xxyy403 or higher. Does Hub-4 work for parallel systems? Yes, Hub-4 works for systems where multiple Multis or Quattros are installed on the same phase and configured to operate in parallel. DISQUS View the discussion thread.