Connecting The Network Cables - SMA SUNNY BOY 5.5-JP Operating Manual

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14. Plug the AC connector into the jack for the AC
connection. When doing so, align the AC connector
so that the key on the inverter AC jack is inserted
into the keyway on the AC connector bush insert.
7.3

Connecting the Network Cables

Connect every network cable in accordance with the following procedure.
Danger to life due to electric shock in case of overvoltages and if surge
protection is missing
Overvoltages (e. g. in the event of a flash of lightning) can be further conducted into the building
and to other connected devices in the same network via the network cables or other data cables
if there is no surge protection. Touching live parts and cables results in death or lethal injuries due
to electric shock.
• Ensure that all devices in the same network are integrated in the existing overvoltage
protection.
• When laying the network cable outdoors, ensure that there is suitable surge protection at
the network cable transition from the product outdoors to the network inside the building.
• The Ethernet interface of the product is classified as "TNV-1" and offers protection against
overvoltages of up to 1.5 kV.
Product damage due to moisture penetration
Moisture penetration can damage the product and impair its functionality of the product.
• Connect the network cable with the supplied RJ45 protective sleeve to the product.
Additionally required material (not included in the scope of delivery):
☐ One or two network cables
Network cable requirements:
The cable length and quality affect the quality of the signal. Observe the following cable
requirements.
☐ Cable type: 100BaseTx
☐ Cable category: minimum CAT5e
☐ Plug type: RJ45 of Cat5, Cat5e or higher
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