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User Manual Smart Communication Unit SCU3000-S&SCU3000&SCU3000A-S&SCU3000A V1.1-2024-02-22...
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CONTENT User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 CONTENT 01 About This document ..............1 1.1 Applicable Model ....................1 1.2 Target Audience ....................1 1.3 Symbol Definition ....................1 2 Safety Precaution ................2 2.1 General Safety .......................2 2.2 Grounding Safety ....................2 2.3 Personal Safety ......................2 2.4 Equipment Safety ....................2 2.5 Definition of Warning Labels ................3 2.6 Personnel Requirements ..................3...
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CONTENT User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 6 Electrical Connection ...............18 6.1 Safety Precaution ....................18 6.2 Connecting the PE Cable ..................20 6.3 Three-Phase AC Input Cable ................21 6.4 Connecting the Single-Phase Power Cable ............22 6.5 Connecting the RS485 Communication Cable ..........22 6.6 Connecting the Optical Fiber ................23 6.7 Connecting the DO/DI/AI/PT100/PT1000 Signal Cable ........23 7 Equipment Commissioning .............24 7.1 Check before Power On ..................24...
For more product details and latest documents, please visit www. goodwe.com. 1.1 Applicable Model This document applies to Smart Communication Unit: SCU3000-S, SCU3000, SCU3000A-S, and SCU3000A. (SCU for short) 1.2 Target Audience This document applies to trained and knowledgeable technical professionals only. The technical personnel has to be familiar with the product, local standards, and electric systems.
• Strictly follow the installation, operation, and configuration instructions in this document. The manufacturer shall not be liable for equipment damage or personal injury if you do not follow the instructions. For more warranty details, visit https://en.goodwe.com/warranty. 2.2 Grounding Safety DANGER When installing the equipment, the grounding cable must be installed first;...
• Only qualified professionals or trained personnel are allowed to install, operate, maintain, and replace the equipment or parts. 2.7 EU Declaration of Conformity GoodWe Technologies Co., Ltd. hereby declares that the equipment without wireless communication modules sold in the European market meets the requirements of the following directives: • Electromagnetic compatibility Directive 2014/30/EU (EMC) •...
• A: second generation, HPLC communication Number of PLC communication • None: two PLC communication cables connected cables • S: single PLC communication cable connected NOTICE: SCU3000 and SCU3000-S are integrated with Ezlogger3000U. SCU3000A and SCU3000A-S are integrated with Ezlog- ger3000U-A...
03 Product Introduction User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 3.3 Networking Monitoring server Router Local monitoring platform Switch SCU 15 SCU 1 …… …… SCU N Environmental Inverter Smart meter Box type monitoring transformer instrument (EMI) • Supports up to 15 SCUs for fiber ring networking. •...
03 Product Introduction User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 3.5 Nameplate The nameplate is for reference only. Product type and model Technical parameters Safety symbols and certification marks GoodWe Logo, contact information and serial number...
(Optional) PLC CCO module Optional integrated module. SCU3000A: HPLC_CCO module. SCU3000: PLC_CCO module. There is no PLC_CCO module for SCU3000A-S and SCU3000-S. The switch is a 2-fiber 6-electrical industrial ring network switch. It is internally connected to EzLogger via electrical ports and externally...
ETH1 DC IN DC IN NOTICE: • Optional integrated module. SCU3000A: HPLC_CCO module. SCU3000: PLC_CCO module. • SCU3000 and SCU3000-S: integrated with Ezlogger3000U. SCU3000A and SCU3000A-S: integrated with Ezlogger3000U-A. • Longitudinal encryption equipment: optional. • F01/F02/F03 are Surge protection modules.
03 Product Introduction User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 3.8 RS485 Communication Networking The SCU supports connecting to inverters, transformers, environmental monitoring equipments, and other equipments via the RS485 communication. EzLogger RS485 terminal block Power module Grounding bar Single-phase switch Box-type transformer Single-phase circuit breaker Station power supply Busbar of LV...
03 Product Introduction User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 3.9 PLC Communication Networking SCU supports PLC communication. When connecting to a dual-winding transformer, only one PLC communication is required through the three- phase AC wire. When connecting to a split transformer, two PLC communications are required through the three-phase AC wire. EzLogger PLC CCO Power module...
04 Check and Storage User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 4 Check and Storage 4.1 Check Before Receiving Check the following items before receiving the product. 1. Check the outer packing box for damage, such as holes, cracks, deformation, and others signs of equipment damage.
05 Installation User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 5 Installation 5.1 Installation Requirements Installation Environment Requirements 1. Do not install the equipment in a place near flammable, explosive, or corrosive materials. 2. Install the equipment on a surface that is solid enough to bear its weight. 3.
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05 Installation User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 Installation Tool Requirements The following tools are recommended when installing the equipment. Use other auxiliary tools on site if necessary. Goggles Safety shoes Safety gloves Dust mask RJ45 crimping tool Diagonal pliers Wire stripper Hammer drill Heat gun Crimping tool Marker...
05 Installation User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 5.2 SCU Installation 5.2.1 Moving the SCU CAUTION Move the equipment to the site before installation. Follow the instructions below to avoid personal injury or equipment damage. 1. Consider the weight of the equipment before moving it. Assign enough personnel to move the equipment to avoid personal injury.
05 Installation User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 5.2.3 Pole-Mounting NOTICE When installing the SCU around a pole, prepare the necessary pole mounting accessories. 660mm (25.98in.) 180mm (7.09in.) 42N·m 5.2.4 Standing-Mounting NOTICE • When installing the SCU in a standing position, please choose a suitable location with two sturdy bases. •...
05 Installation User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 5.3 Opening the Cabinet Door WARNING • Take protective measures to prevent the rain or snow from entering the cabinet when opening the cabinet door in rainy or snowy weather. If the rain or snow cannot be prevented from entering the cabinet, do not open the cabinet door.
06 Electrical Connection User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 6 Electrical Connection 6.1 Safety Precaution DANGER • Disconnect all upstream switches of the SCU to power off the equipment before any electrical connections. Do not work with power on. Otherwise, an electric shock may occur. •...
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06 Electrical Connection User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 .... Three-phase AC Optical PE cable cable fiber Single-phase AC RS485 communication Ethernet cable cable cable Item Silkscreen Cable Specification Three-phase AC • Outdoor single core copper cable, withstand voltage﹥1000V L1, L2, L3 cable •...
06 Electrical Connection User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 6.2 Connecting the PE Cable WARNING • Connect all grounding points of the equipment nearer. • Make sure the equipment is reliably grounded before operation. • To improve the corrosion resistance of the terminal, it is recommended to apply silica gel or paint on the grounding terminal after installing the PE cable.
06 Electrical Connection User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 6.3 Three-Phase AC Input Cable NOTICE • Multi-core cables are recommended for PLC communication.The maximum communication distance between the inverter and the transformer is 1000m. • When single-core cables are used, the three phase cables must be bound 1m apart. The maximum communication distance between the inverter and transformer is 500m.
06 Electrical Connection User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 6.4 Connecting the Single-Phase Power Cable NOTICE Connect the L and N cables to the L and N terminals of the power supply inside the box-type transformer via a mini circuit breaker Step 1 Strip an appropriate length of insulation from the cable. Step 2 Crimp the pin terminals.
06 Electrical Connection User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 6.6 Connecting the Optical Fiber NOTICE • Use the delivered optical fiber and connecting terminals. • The connection and fusion of the optical fiber shall be carried out by professionals. Fiber Optic Splice Closure (FOSC) -12 ports RX_2 TX_2 RX_1 TX_1...
07 Equipment Commissioning User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 7 Equipment Commissioning 7.1 Check before Power On Check Item The SCU is firmly installed in a clean place where is well-ventilated and easy to operate. The PE cable, AC output cable, and communication cable are connected correctly and securely. Cable ties are intact, routed properly and evenly.
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07 Equipment Commissioning User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 Three-phase AC Single-phase AC breaker breaker Inverter Transformer Step 1 Connect the single-phase power switch inside the transformer that supplies power to the SCU. Step 2 Connect the three-phase power switch inside the transformer that connects the remote transformer to the SCU.
08 System Commissioning User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 8 System Commissioning 8.1 Commissioning the SCU NOTICE The parameters of the SCU shall be set by professionals. Incorrect settings may affect system operation and power generation. Please refer to the “Ezlogger3000U&Ezlogger3000U-A User Manual" for the commissioning of the SCU. For more details, scan the QR code below to get the user manual.
09 Maintenance User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 9 Maintenance 9.1 Power Off DANGER • Power off the SCU before maintain it. Otherwise, the SCU may be damaged or electric shocks may occur. • Delayed discharge. Wait until the components are discharged after power off. •...
09 Maintenance User Manual V1.1-2024-02-22 9.3 Removing the SCU WARNING • Make sure the SCU is powered off. • Wear proper PPE before any operations. Step 1: Disconnect all electrical connections, including single-phase AC cables, three-phase AC cables, communication cables, and PE cables. Step 2: Take the SCU down from the wall or the bracket.
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