The Enphase Energy System - enphase IQ8AC Installation And Operation Manual

1. The Enphase Energy System

The Enphase Energy System includes:
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IQ8MC, IQ8AC, and IQ8HC Microinverters: The smart grid-ready IQ8 Series Microinverters
convert the DC output of the PV module into grid-compliant AC power.
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IQ Gateway: An IQ Gateway (model ENV-S-EM-230, ENV-S-WM-230, or ENV-S-WB-230) is
required to monitor solar production, to propagate a grid profile to the microinverters and to
provide microinverter control at sites where power export limit (PEL) and /or phase imbalance
management (PIM) is required through advanced grid functionalities. The IQ Gateway is a
communication device that provides network access to the PV array. The IQ Gateway collects
production and performance data from the IQ8 Series Microinverters over on-site AC power lines
and transmits the data to Enphase App through a broadband or cellular connection. The IQ
Gateway can monitor up to 300 IQ8 Series Microinverters and up to 12 IQ Battery 5P units. For
details, refer to Enphase IQ Gateway Installation and Operations
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Enphase Installer Portal. A web-based monitoring and management software: Installers
can use Enphase Installer Portal to view detailed performance data, manage multiple PV
systems, and remotely resolve issues that might impact system performance. Find out more
at https:/ /enphase.com/en-gb/installers/apps.
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Enphase Installer App. A Mobile app for iOS and Android devices: It allows installers to
configure the system while on-site, eliminating the need for a laptop and improving
installation efficiency. You can use the app to:
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Connect to the IQ Gateway over a wireless network for faster system setup and
verification.
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Scan device serial numbers and sync system information with Enphase Installer Portal.
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View and email a summary report that confirms a successful installation.
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IQ Battery 5P: Offers energy storage solutions.
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IQ Field Wireable Connectors (single-phase: Q-CONN-R-10F and Q-CONN-R-10M; multi-
phase: Q-CONN-3P-10M and Q-CONN-3P-10F): Make connections from any IQ Cable.
This manual describes the safe installation and operation of the IQ8 Series Microinverters.
NOTE: To ensure optimal reliability and to meet warranty requirements, Enphase microinverters must
be installed according to the instructions in this manual.
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IQ8MC/IQ8AC/IQ8HC Installation and Operation Manual
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