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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual for SP LINK Configuration and monitoring for SP PRO series 2i...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SP LINK | Contents Contents Contents Generator Schedule Start Generator Control Settings Using This Manual Solar Hybrid Control Settings Overview System Settings Using SP LINK Input and Output Settings System Requirements for SP LINK Shunts Settings Firmware Version Expansion Card Wiring Diagram Glossary of Terms Save and Configure Settings SP PRO Fast Setup...

  • Page 3: Using This Manual

    A PDF copy of this manual may be downloaded from the Selectronic web site www.selectronic.com.au and is also included within the Help menu of the SP LINK software.

  • Page 4: Overview

    SP PRO series of inverters are really many products in one. SP LINK provides a simple and easy way to configure your SP PRO to suit your particular installation. Install SP LINK software (download from www.selectronic.com.au) onto a PC computer. We suggest these steps are done before heading to the installation site.

  • Page 5: System Requirements For Sp Link

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK System Requirements for SP LINK The system requirements include: PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: PERFORMANCE VIEWER REQUIREMENTS • Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Vista SP1, 7, 8, 8.1, 10 Microsoft Excel 2003 or higher. Other operating systems including IOS, Android and Office 365 not supported.

  • Page 6: Sp Pro Fast Setup

    To quickly set your newly installed SP PRO and start producing power, follow the steps below. STEP 1: Download the latest version of SP LINK from www.selectronic.com.au and install on your PC STEP 2: Connect your SP PRO to the computer using the supplied USB cable.

  • Page 7: Getting Started With Sp Link

    Getting Started with SP LINK You will find the latest version of SP LINK and other helpful documents on the Selectronic Web site found at www.selectronic.com.au. It is good practise to check for the latest version of SP LINK before going to site.

  • Page 8: Sp Link Easy Start Guide

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK SP LINK Easy Start Guide The Easy Start Guide provides a quick means of performing the most common tasks in SP LINK. Simply choose one of the three options or select from Recent Sites to open the saved information on an already configured SP PRO This window appears every time SP LINK is started and can also be accessed at any time via the “File / Site Information / New (Easy Start Guide)”...

  • Page 9: Site Configuration Wizard

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Site Configuration Wizard Provides a quick and easy way to configure a SP PRO in a new installation. The configuration information can be created and saved to a Site file ready for sending to the inverter as required. The wizard steps through the configuration process and informs the system designer at each step of any invalid configuration or limitations of the chosen components.

  • Page 10: Source Of Renewables

    Off Grid system), the SP PRO will limit the maximum solar power that can be produced by the Selectronic Certified or Select Sun grid inverters. This limit is determined by the system battery capacity as displayed on the screen.

  • Page 11: Select Unit Application

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Select Unit Application The first three options are for grid connected systems only (Solar Hybrid). The Off Grid Option is only applicable when no grid is available. When Self-Consumption of Renewables is chosen in a system with Lead-Acid batteries, the system will do a full recharge once per week.

  • Page 12: Generator

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Generator This screen will be displayed if the system is either an Off Grid System or it is a Solar Hybrid system with Grid fail Generator Backup module installed. Where either an Auto Start or Manual Start generator is selected then enter the Generator Size.

  • Page 13: Summary Of Configuration

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Summary of Configuration This screen gives a summary of all the settings entered in the previous screens. Please check this screen carefully before proceeding. Entering extra Details and Saving Any further site information and connection settings may now be entered. If any of the advanced settings need configuring then this should also be done now.

  • Page 14: Advanced Configuration

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Advanced Configuration Advanced configuration gives access to all the functions of the SP PRO allowing the installer to create a Site file and manual configuration that starts with either the default settings or settings created from the Site Configuration Wizard.

  • Page 15: Preparing A New Site

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Preparing a new site SP LINK Advanced Configuration will open in the Site Information tab. Information must be entered in the mandatory fields with red stars including information in the lower tabs. Also it is not possible to proceed without setting up and saving the site information into a Site file.

  • Page 16: Saving A New Site

    SP PRO to be connected to can now be selected from the list A Login Password is required for connecting to the SP PRO. SP LINK can only connect with the correct password. The default password is “Selectronic SP PRO”. The Login Password is different to the Setting Passcode.

  • Page 17: Manually Preparing A New Configuration

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Manually Preparing a new configuration You can now start to prepare a manual configuration. The SP PRO configuration is stored in a file within the site file and contains all of the SP PRO settings for transferring into the SP PRO when connecting via SP LINK. Click on the Configuration settings tab.

  • Page 18: Saving A New Configuration

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Saving a new configuration The configuration settings should now be saved to file before sending them to the SP PRO. To save the SP PRO configuration settings, click on File - Configuration Settings - Save. The configuration settings will be saved in the same location as the site information saved in the previous step.

  • Page 19: Connection Status Bar

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Connection status bar The connection status bar appears in the top right of the screen in SP LINK and is always visible. It is divided into 5 sections as listed below: - In a three phase or split-phase Powerchain system, designates the phase to which you are connected. This is blank in a single phase system.

  • Page 20: Configuring The Sp Pro

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Configuring the SP PRO To avoid unexpected operation, the SP PRO is prevented from turning on until a configuration setting has been saved by clicking “Configure SP PRO”. The ON LED on the front panel will flash red until the SP PRO has been configured for the first time or after a reset to factory defaults.

  • Page 21: Connection Settings

    Login Password A Login Password is required for connecting to the SP PRO. SP LINK can only connect through to the SP PRO with the correct password. The default password is “Selectronic SP PRO”. This is different to the setting passcode.
  • Page 22 Enter the Modem Phone Number. This is the number that SP LINK will dial when you select Connect. Modem Initialisation can be left blank when using Selectronic supplied modems but may be required for other modem types. Consult the modem supplier if unsure.
  • Page 23 SP LINK | Using SP LINK Network - IP connection. Connection to the SP LINK via a local Network is made using the optional SP PRO Ethernet Adaptor Lead, stock code 005081. enter the Hostname or IP Address of the serial/Ethernet adaptor and the IP Port number of the serial connection to the SP PRO.

  • Page 24: Customising Sp Link To Suit The Site

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Customising SP LINK to suit the site The SITE INFORMATION screen on SP LINK allows you to record specific site details that are individual to the installation, such as the Site name, the System Integrator, the inverter Serial Number as well as including a photo of the site.

  • Page 25: Performance Data Retrieval

    This is the preferred download to use as it contains Events, Detailed, Daily Summary, Configuration and Unit Information. When Seeking support assistance from your Selectronic Accredited Integrator or from Selectronic Support, please perform a Download All and email The .zip file contained in the download directory.

  • Page 26: Performance Data Viewer

    SP LINK | Using SP LINK Performance Data Viewer Once the Performance Data Download is complete, you can either Click OK to continue using SP LINK, Click Open Download Folder to see the Performance Data files just downloaded, Click Launch Performance Viewer* to view graphically the Performance Data. * - Requires Microsoft Excel 2003 or later The Performance Data Viewer automatically loads and presents the Performance Data graphically and in predefined graphs or a customised graph with any choice of Performance Data plus displays all the Event...

  • Page 27: Firmware Update

    SET STRING INVERTER If the system is using or will use Managed AC Coupling with a Selectronic Certified grid inverter then it is important to set the String Inverter setting and configure the SP PRO before Firmware Update. Once this is done the Firmware update process will automatically selected the compatible firmware See String Inverter on page 59.
  • Page 28 SP LINK | Using SP LINK FIRMWARE UPDATE PROCESS - Manual Mode If you wish to load firmware from file or set up a scheduled restart after the firmware has been sent, then select Advanced Options..This will take you to a new screen. Step 1 You can load the latest firmware (Use the firmware included in SP LINK).
  • Page 29 SP LINK | Using SP LINK Step 3 If Automatically restart SP PRO if firmware update is successful was not checked then the SP PRO must be restarted to complete the firmware update. WARNING: During the restart AC LOAD will be interrupted. There are two Restart options: Click Restart SP PRO Now.
  • Page 30 SP LINK | Using SP LINK AUTOMATIC RESETTING THE STATE OF CHARGE (SoC) During the firmware update process SP LINK reads the SoC from the SP PRO. When the SP PRO is restarted as part of the firmware update process, the SoC in the SP PRO is lost. Reconnecting SP LINK after the firmware update is completed will initiate an automatic updated of the SoC back to the SP PRO.
  • Page 31 SP LINK | Using SP LINK Blank Page Doc #OI0005 Rev26 2020...

  • Page 32: Configuration Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Configuration Settings The SP PRO series are very advanced and intelligent products with a large number of configuration settings to suit virtually any application. SP LINK is used to create and send a suitable configuration to the SP PRO to enable the required features to achive the system objectives.

  • Page 33: Quick Start

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Quick Start The Quick Start section provides the settings needed to be considered for all applications. Unit Application determines how you will use the SP PRO. • Off Grid for remote area homes with a backup motor generator and no grid. •...

  • Page 34: Inverter Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Inverter Settings The Inverter tab shows the output settings and minimum battery levels for the inverter to operate within. Econo Mode is a legacy setting and is no longer available. Inverter Output sets the Nominal AC Voltage and the Nominal AC Frequency of the inverter.

  • Page 35: Battery Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Battery Settings The Battery Tab contains settings intended to protect and maintain the batteries. Please note that you must comply with the requirements of the batteries specifications, failure to do so may void the battery warranty. When in doubt, consult the battery supplier. Max Charge Voltage is the absolute maximum voltage produced by the charging section of the inverter in any charge stage.
  • Page 36 SP LINK | Configuration Settings Periodic Equalise. Battery banks used in cyclic applications may, over time develop charge (and voltage) imbalances and may require an “equalise” charge . How often an equalise occurs is set using Equalise Period. The equalise charge voltage, current and duration are set in the CHARGER tab.

  • Page 37: Charger Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Charger Settings This tab shows all the settings relating to the DC voltages and currents used in the battery recharge stages. The normal charge cycle involves a four stage charge – Initial, Bulk, Absorption and Float– while periodically it is necessary to go one stage further, for the performance and longevity of the battery bank, to the Equalise stage.
  • Page 38 SP LINK | Configuration Settings INITIAL STAGE: The purpose of the INITIAL STAGE of the charging process is to raise the battery voltage quickly with a large charge current. In this section you set the Voltage you wish the batteries to reach, the Current you wish to charge at and the length of Time the batteries will stay at that voltage until the inverter moves to the next stage of the charge cycle.
  • Page 39 SP LINK | Configuration Settings FLOAT STAGE :After completion of the charge cycle the inverter will enter the STAGE. This setting reflects a Voltage that the system will maintain, with FLOAT a good state of charge, for a long period. If the generator continues to run past the absorption or equalise stage for any reason, such as maintaining a high load, the inverter will keep the batteries at the float stage Voltage –...

  • Page 40: Ac Source Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings AC Source Settings The next tab in our settings menu is the AC Source tab. In this section we are able to change important settings relating to either the generator or the mains voltage. We use the words AC Source rather than Generator or Grid power as the SP PRO can be used in a variety of applications which include either of those AC supplies.
  • Page 41 SP LINK | Configuration Settings Alternative Source. Configuration settings are used in place of the Primary Source settings and the AC Source Power setting (in Quick Start section). The SP PRO uses these settings when running a backup generator in a Solar Hybrid system, a second generator in an Off Grid system or shore power in a mobile installation.

  • Page 42: Power Quality / Drm

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Power Quality / DRM Used to set the Power Quality modes and configure the DRM interface for compliance with AS4777.2-2015. These settings are only available for Grid Connected Systems. The Grid Voltage Power Reduction modes and the Export Power / Frequ Watt Response mode are enabled by default.
  • Page 43 SP LINK | Configuration Settings Charge Power Freq / Watt Response will limit the amount of power that can be taken from the grid to charge the battery bank when the grid frequency drops below 49.75Hz. As the grid frequency reduces, the charge power limit will linearly reduce, and reach zero when the grid voltage is less than or equal to the Charge Reduction End Frequency.
  • Page 44 SP LINK | Configuration Settings Cos Phi Mode changes the power factor of the export power from unity to Cos End Power Factor as the export power increased from 50% to 100% of the maximum export power limit of the SP PRO. As the grid voltage falls below the Leading Var Start Voltage, the vars generated by the inverter start to increase.

  • Page 45: Generator Auto Start

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Generator Auto Start The use of an auto start generator in an Off Grid system is essential as a backup energy source in times of poor Renewable Energy production. In an Solar Hybrid (ON Grid) system the installation of an auto start generator can also provide excellent backup in times of extended outages without the need for oversized battery bank.
  • Page 46 SP LINK | Configuration Settings The ON SoC NIGHT ASSIST state of charge control monitors the State of Charge through the highest usage period, usually during the evening. If the battery level has dropped to the Start SoC level at the appointed time (between the Start Time and the Stop Time) the SP PRO will start the generator and raise the state of charge until the batteries reach the Stop SoC level.
  • Page 47 SP LINK | Configuration Settings The combination of all these settings should give you a battery protection program that should look something like this……. On SoC Renewable Prefered Generator Lock Out Override On SoC Renewable Assist On SoC Night Assist SoC Gen Start SoC Gen Stop 0:00...
  • Page 48 SP LINK | Configuration Settings The generator will also start if there is a persistent load on the batteries. Battery Load sets the level at which the generator will be started if the average load exceeds the preset level for more than 5 minutes. Battery Load is the actual power being drawn from the battery bank.

  • Page 49: Generator Schedule Start

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Generator Schedule Start Some people have predictable times when they require a generator to run, such as when a regular plant watering routine requires pumps to run, the program contains the ability to predetermine four different schedules.
  • Page 50 SP LINK | Configuration Settings A Sched. x Start Time And a Sched. x Stop Time The Sched. x Stop Time can be enabled or disabled. If the stop time is enabled the SP PRO will automatically turn off the generator at the end of the scheduled time or, if disabled, the generator will continue to run if a full charge cycle has not been completed or until all other generator turn off criteria have been met.
  • Page 51 SP LINK | Configuration Settings INVERTER UNAVAILABLE SCHEDULE. This is a legacy setting and is not available with Powerchain features.. Doc #OI0005 Rev26 2020...

  • Page 52: Generator Control Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Generator Control Settings The last tab in the AC Source section is the Generator Controller Settings If there is an automatic generator permanently connected to the system the Generator Controller setting should be set to Enabled.
  • Page 53 SP LINK | Configuration Settings If the system design calls for very little, or infrequent generator input it is wise to run the generator periodically to keep the internal parts of the motor covered with oil and to keep the starting battery charged. To use this feature Enable Generator Exercise and enter the Start Time the generator will run.

  • Page 54: Solar Hybrid Control Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Solar Hybrid Control Settings The Solar Hybrid Control settings are enabled when the Unit Application is set to Solar Hybrid (On Grid) and SoC Control is Enabled. They allow the system designer to determine when a defined amount of stored battery energy is utilised in conjunction with the connected renewable energy sources to optimise their use.
  • Page 55 SP LINK | Configuration Settings AC SOURCE controls the grid connection in three ways:- Set the Grid Input Limit to the maximum draw from the grid supply. This limit will override the AC Source Power limit configured within the Quick Start settings. Any AC Load demand above this limit will be supplied from the Battery plus renewable energy sources (Battery / RE system).
  • Page 56 SP LINK | Configuration Settings CHARGER CONTROL restricts the total AC power level and all the AC Sources (if any) from which the battery is being charged. The settings under Charger Control are active until the Battery SoC drops to the Start SoC setting under Charger Override, at which point the settings under Charger Override become active.

  • Page 57: System Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings System Settings In this section we will look at how the SP PRO works with the whole system. Whether the SP PRO will automatically recover from system faults, how it will alert you of problems and how it links with the computer and other communication devices.
  • Page 58 SP LINK | Configuration Settings The SP PRO has the ability to automatically attempt to recover from a fault situation. If System Fault Recovery is enabled the SP PRO will monitor the situation that created the fault, such as low battery voltage, and return the inverter to operation if the battery voltage returns to a suitable level.
  • Page 59 “Managed AC Coupled Solar” Section activates the AC coupled features within the SP PRO including the communications link with the Selectronic Certified grid inverter. The SP PRO Managed AC Couple Solar provides an efficient and convenient method of adding solar that is connected via the AC Bus.
  • Page 60 SP PRO although any mix of compatible models within that brand may be used. The SP PRO firmware comes in four versions based on the Selectronic Certified gird inverters installed. Powador, ABB Solar, Fronius and Select Sun. If the firmware...

  • Page 61: Input And Output Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Input and Output Settings The inverter contains 4 digital inputs, 4 relay outputs, 2 analogue inputs (excluding 120 V models) and 3 digital outputs, and these form the heart of the flexibility and sophistication of the SP PROs interface with the outside world.
  • Page 62 Backup Generator to be automatically controlled during times of Grid failure. These setting must be used in conjunction with an optional external controller supplied by Selectronic. Full details of correct settings will be supplied with the optional controller.
  • Page 63 SP LINK | Configuration Settings To remotely start the generator set Generator Remote Start Input to one of the digital inputs to perform this function. There are 2 modes of operation: • Momentary Switch: If this input is pulsed on for less than 2 seconds the SP PRO will see this as a pulse start and start the generator.
  • Page 64 Managed AC Coupled Solar configuration. This is for display only and cannot be changed. Only the ABB PVI grid inverter (no longer sold) uses this output. The ABB UNO range of Selectronic Certified grid inverters (current range) do not use this output.
  • Page 65 SP LINK | Configuration Settings The ABB / SelectSun Ground Fault Alarm Output can only be used in a Managed AC coupled system using ABB or SelectSun grid inverters. This output will become active when any of the ABB or SelectSun grid inverters in the system develops a ground fault.
  • Page 66 SP LINK | Configuration Settings Battery Charger Inputs are used in a variety of ways to help integrate the SP PRO with other renewable chargers. All work in a similar way but just move the charger to a different charging mode.
  • Page 67 SP LINK | Configuration Settings Battery SoC Output initiates the chosen output when the SoC Assert Level reaches the programmed SoC Assert Level then switches off the output when the SoC De- Assert Level is reached. If the SoC Assert Level is lower than the SoC De-Assert Level then the output will become active when the battery SoC drops below the SoC Assert Level then de- activate when the battery SoC rises above the SoC De-Assert Level.

  • Page 68: Shunts Settings

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Shunts Settings The Shunts tab contains settings required to configure the connected DC current shunts that are used to measure the currents going in or out of the battery bank. The shunt readings are used by the SP PRO series to accurately calculate the state of charge of the batteries (System SoC).

  • Page 69: Expansion Card Wiring Diagram

    SP LINK | Configuration Settings Expansion Card Wiring Diagram The Configuration Setting Expansion Card Wiring Diagram shows how you have allocated the input and output functions. It can be used as a guide to placement of control wiring. This diagram is a display of the Configuration Settings on the PC, not the actual settings in the SP PRO.

  • Page 70: Performance Monitoring

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Performance Monitoring SP LINK provides a number of options to monitor in real time or review the history of all modes of operation of the power system. These options are - • Customer Interface Quick View - real time summary of SP PRO system •...

  • Page 71: Customer Interface

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Customer Interface The customer interface is called Quick View. Quick View presents you with a screen that mimics the front panel of the SP PRO along with a real time overview of the condition of the system. SP LINK Auto QuickView QuickView can easily be accessed directly from the computers desktop.

  • Page 72: Quick View

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Quick View Quick View presents you with a screen that mimics the front panel of the SP PRO along with a real time overview of the condition of the system. The following page lists the SP PRO control and indicators which correspond to the labelled image above. The overview shown is for a Solar Hybrid (On Grid) system.
  • Page 73 SP LINK | Performance Monitoring AC SOURCE * ATTENTION When illuminated shows the presence of AC supply voltage Normal from either a generator or the grid, whichever is applicable. Yellow Attention Required, Fan Service Request This is powered directly from the incoming AC supply. Flashing Yellow Clean Fan, Fan Fault or Capacitor Service Immediate Attention required TRANSFER *...

  • Page 74: Ac Coupled Low Dc Recovery

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring AC Coupled Low DC Recovery This feature is only available in systems that have AC coupled solar installed. It uses the AC coupled solar to recover from a Low DC voltage or Low SoC shutdown. This feature is used when the AC Source (Generator or Grid supply) is not available, possibly due to a failed generator or long term grid outage.

  • Page 75: Data View

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Data View If you require more detailed data about the system clicking on Data View opens a screen containing comprehensive data about the SP PRO and the system Now Tab The Now tab gives you live information about what is happening to the system now. STATUS Output Mode: The mode in which the SP PRO is running, such as Idle, On or Synchronised...

  • Page 76: Ac Source

    Setting. Network Power Meter displays the total power as measured by an externally connected three phase power meter. Contact Selectronic or visit the web site for more information. INVERTER AC This panel is similar to the preceding panel except that it shows the Inverter Power and Current from the inverter.

  • Page 77: System Regulation Status

    If Inverter disconnected is active during Grid Disconnected, the Grid Disconnected will be overridden. Power Override Target: No function within standard SP PRO units. Contact Selectronic for details. Recovering Message: When the battery State of Charge (SoC) reaches the SoC Support Limit within the active Priority Schedule the highlighted message “Recovery”...

  • Page 78: Today Tab

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Today Tab The TODAY tab gives you data about the system for the current day. DC TOTALS This panel is a summary of today’s totals of inputs and outputs through the battery pack. DC Energy In is compared to DC Energy Out to arrive at DC Energy Net and the results are recorded in kW hours.

  • Page 79: Dc History Tab

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring DC History Tab The next tab is the DC HISTORY screen. As the name implies this screen gives you data from the previous day, the last seven days, the last 30 days, the last year and the whole period since installation. All the input to the battery bank All the output.
  • Page 80 SP LINK | Performance Monitoring DC ENERGY RESETTABLE is like a trip meter in your car. When reset this records DC energy in and out of the system and gives a net total. RESET ON: shows the date when last reset so you can calculate how many days have elapsed.
  • Page 81 SP LINK | Performance Monitoring This panel is the historical record of the Shunt 2 and its effect on the system, either through a renewable contribution, if it is measuring input through a wind turbine or micro hydro, or as a deduction through DC loads. In the case shown, DC Loads.

  • Page 82: Ac History Tab

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring AC History Tab AC HISTORY SCREEN, as with the DC History screen gives you data from the previous day, the last seven days, the last 30 days, the last year and the whole period since installation This is a record of the total AC loads presented by This is the total AC input contributed by the motor the home to the power system.
  • Page 83 SP LINK | Performance Monitoring In grid connected systems you can monitor the amount A record of how many hours the generator has run or of energy exported to the grid comparing today’s total for how long the mains grid was connected. with the last week, month or year.

  • Page 84: Technical Data Tab

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Technical Data Tab TECHNICAL DATA tab provides you with information relating to maintenance and updating the SP PRO. Current is a measurement of the current in the battery bank. A positive (+) value, the battery is charging. A negative (-) value, the battery is discharging.
  • Page 85 SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Charge Efficiency Index is an internally adjusted factor that is used to constantly calibrate the State of Charge calculation within the SP PRO. It also gives an indication of the battery health with a value below 0.8 suggesting that the batteries may need replacing.
  • Page 86 SP LINK | Performance Monitoring When DRM is enabled then the currently asserted DRM is highlighted in the Active DRM display. Active DRM Export Limit shows, in percent the limit placed by the currently asserted DRM on the Export Power of the SP PRO. Only DRM 5 to DRM 8 effect the Active DRM Export Limit.

  • Page 87: Inverter Details Tab

    In the INVERTER section we show you the Software Version and hardware that is currently installed in the inverter. From time to time, as Selectronic designs new features for the SP PRO, new revisions of software may become available from our web site. Generally, there is no need to update the SP PRO unless you need the new features made available.

  • Page 88: Battery Management Tab

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Battery Management Tab If the SP PRO is connected to and communicating with a battery that has a Battery Management System (BMS) then the BATTERY MANAGEMENT tab provides you with the available battery information. The BATTERY MANAGEMENT section shows information about the entire battery bank whilst the MODULE STATUS section displays information about the individual battery modules within the battery bank Charge Current Limit: The maximum charge current allowed at the time Discharge Current Limit: The maximum discharge charge current allowed at...

  • Page 89: Powerchain Tab

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Powerchain Tab The information in this tab is only available when the SP PRO inverters are configured as a Powerchain system. It shows a summary of live data for all of the phases on one tab. This is particularly useful for looking at the overall performance of a three phase or split phase Powerchain SP PRO system.

  • Page 90: Expansion Card Wiring Diagram Tab

    SP LINK | Performance Monitoring Expansion Card Wiring Diagram Tab The Expansion Card Wiring Diagram shows you how the input and output functions are programmed and allocated in the SP PRO. This display is only active when the are connected to the SP PRO. The Unused Features display lists all input and output functions that have not been allocated to an input or output.
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  • Page 92: Service Settings

    SP LINK | Service Settings Service Settings Certain readings within the SP PRO must be correctly configured at the time of the original setup. These include the time and date, an approximation of the state of charge and that the current shunts are zeroed. Doc #OI0005 Rev26 2020...

  • Page 93: Time And Date

    SP LINK | Service Settings Time and date To ensure that various timed functions within the SP PRO, such as generator run schedules, perform as expected it is important to have the correct date and time recorded in the SP PRO. You have the option of automatically uploading the time and date from the computer –...

  • Page 94: Request Battery Equalise

    SP LINK | Service Settings Request Battery Equalise The BATTERY EQUALISE display shows whether the SP PRO will perform an equalise charge when it next achieves Float (Equalise Pending). Pressing the button will toggle between Equalise Pending and No Equalise Pending. Pressing the button will also stop a current Equalise process.

  • Page 95: Ac Solar Link Test

    SP LINK | Service Settings AC Solar Link Test Used for diagnostic of the communications link between the Selectronic Certified grid inverter(s) and the SP PRO in a managed AC coupled installation. AC solar Link Test provides a count of any errors in the link.

  • Page 96: Schedule Restart

    Installer Only Code is required. Once entered, the code unlocks these settings for 5 minutes. A code is available from Selectronic to bona fide installers ONLY. Anti Islanding Sensitivity reduces the active...
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  • Page 98: Appendix One Alert Messages

    SP LINK | Alert Messages Appendix One Alert Messages The SP PRO is continuously measuring and monitoring the power system to ensure correct system operation at all times. When the SP PRO detects a problem with the power system it then: 1.
  • Page 99 SP LINK | Alert Messages Alerts and attention Meaning and diagnostic Action Configuration required messages settings> Battery - Mid Point Battery Mid Point Voltage is outside Call installer to check for faulty Battery > Fault - Outside Range Mid Point Range after an equalise has cells in the battery bank or Midpoint after Equalise...
  • Page 100 SP LINK | Alert Messages Alerts and attention Meaning and diagnostic Action Configuration required messages settings> Generator Controller - The Generator Low Fuel input has Inputs/Outputs - Low Fuel Alert cleared been cleared Generator Low Fuel input Generator Controller The Generator No Fuel input has been Fill generator fuel tank Inputs/Outputs - No Fuel Alert - Stop...
  • Page 101 SP LINK | Alert Messages Alerts and attention Meaning and diagnostic Action Configuration required messages settings> Inverter - Low AC Alert The AC output of the inverter is now cleared OK. Inverter will not shutdown. Inverter - Low AC The AC output of the inverter was low, Start turning off loads and if Shutdown normally due to power overload and...
  • Page 102 SP LINK | Alert Messages Alerts and attention Meaning and diagnostic Action Configuration required messages settings> Inverter - SoC The battery SoC and voltage has risen Inverter-DC Shutdown cleared above the to Recovery level shutdown (group) > Recovery Voltage Powerchain - Alert Check L2 Dataview >...
  • Page 103 SP LINK | Alert Messages Alerts and attention Meaning and diagnostic Action Configuration required messages settings> Powerchain - Check Split Dataview > Now Shutdown Alarm on for alarm details Phase Split Powerchain - Above condition has cleared Shutdown Alarm on Phase Split Cleared Powerchain - Critical Check Split Dataview >...
  • Page 104 SP LINK | Alert Messages Alerts and attention Meaning and diagnostic Action Configuration required messages settings> Powerchain - Above condition has cleared Shutdown Alarm on L1 Cleared Powerchain - Critical Dataview > Now will also Alarm on L1 contain alarm details Powerchain - Critical Above condition has cleared Alarm on L1 Cleared...
  • Page 105 2. Generic AC coupled system – between the SP PRO inverter Normal operation when grid has failed and the Selectronic Certified grid and inverter running stand alone. inverter. Occurs when the charge target current or voltage is exceeded.
  • Page 106 Meaning and diagnostic Action Configuration required messages settings> System - AC Coupled Internal parameter to identify ramp No Action Required. Selectronic use only. frequency ramp trigger. invoked (1,2,3,4,5,6) System - AC Coupled When either a three phase Correct the Configuration...
  • Page 107 55Hz down if frequency ramping does not grid frequency. If grid inverter disconnect the AC coupled solar and is Selectronic Certified then the high batter voltage persists. check RS485 communications between the SP PRO and the grid inverter.
  • Page 108 18 hours. It is normal to cables and wireless devices lose communications overnight when between the SP PRO inverter the AC Coupled Inverter shuts down so and Selectronic Certified grid loss for longer than 18 hours indicates inverter. a fault. System - AC...
  • Page 109 The user has initiated a “Load Defaults” Application defaults from the front panel of the inverter. loaded Service - Output Output capacitors are approaching Contact Selectronic service at http://www.selectronic.com.au/ Capacitor Life Alert - End Of Life (EOL). Inverter will service/ Replace capacitor continue to run.
  • Page 110 If the system does not have an external AC Source contactor and if problem persists, your inverter will need a service. Contact Selectronic service at http://www.selectronic.com.au/ service/ Unit - AC Source Above condition has cleared Contactor Fault cleared...
  • Page 111 AC Source contactor and if problem persists, your inverter will need a service. Contact Selectronic service at http://www.selectronic.com.au/ service/ Unit - AC Source Above condition has cleared...
  • Page 112 SP LINK | Alert Messages Alerts and attention Meaning and diagnostic Action Configuration required messages settings> Unit - Output Shutdown. No AC output possible. Contact Selectronic service at http://www.selectronic.com.au/ Capacitor life service/ expired. Unit - Ouput Above condition has cleared Capacitor life expired cleared...
  • Page 113 Unit - Self Test Fault - There is a fault in the inverter’s Real For persistent fault, contact Real Time Clock Time Clock. Inverter will need a Selectronic service at http:// service. www.selectronic.com.au/service/ Unit - Self Test Fault Above condition has cleared...

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