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ZCS Azzurro 3000SP User Manual

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  • Page 2 Via Lungarno, 248 - 52028 Terranuova Bracciolini - Arezzo, Italy tel. +39 055 91971 - fax. +39 055 9197515 innovation@zcscompany.com - zcs@pec.it – www.zcsazzurro.com Reg. Pile IT12110P00002965 - Share Capital € 100,000.00 fully paid up AR Company Reg. no. 03225010481 - REA AR no. 94189...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preliminary safety instructions ................................10 1.1. General safety instructions ............................... 10 1.2. Instructions on battery installation and maintenance ................... 11 1.3. Symbols on the inverter ............................... 13 Installation ........................................14 2.1. Product Overview ................................... 14 2.2. Contents of the packaging ..............................15 2.3.
  • Page 4 4.5.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel ........................40 8.2.5. Weco 4k4 PRO configuration ........................... 42 4.6. Connecting a WeCo 4k4 LT battery ..........................44 4.6.1. Connecting a single battery 4k4 LT ..........................44 4.6.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel 4k4-LT ..................... 46 8.2.6.
  • Page 5 4.13. Connecting to the grid ................................95 4.14. Connecting the critical load (EPS function) ........................ 96 Buttons and indicator lights .................................. 97 5.1. Buttons ......................................97 5.2. Indicator lights ..................................98 5.3. Operating status ..................................98 Operation ........................................99 6.1. Preliminary checks ................................
  • Page 6 Connecting the LM2-485 PRO cell irradiance and temperature sensor to the datalogger ..200 12.4.8. Configuring the Datalogger ............................. 201 12.4.8.1. Configuring the Datalogger on the ZCS Azzurro portal ................203 5 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev.
  • Page 7 12.4.8.2. Network configuration ............................204 12.4.9. Local monitoring .................................. 205 12.4.9.1. Requirements for installation of local monitoring ..................205 12.4.9.2. Features of local monitoring ..........................206 Warranty terms and conditions .............................. 207 This manual contains important safety instructions that must be followed during installation and General instructions maintenance of the equipment.
  • Page 8 This manual is subject to change based on feedback from users, installers or customers. Please check our website at http://www.zcsazzurro.com for the latest version. ZCS offers a support and technical consultancy service accessible by sending a request directly from the Technical support website www.zcsazzurro.com...
  • Page 9 Scope This manual describes the assembly, installation, electrical connection, commissioning, maintenance and • troubleshooting of the ZCS 3000SP storage inverter. Keep this manual so that it is accessible at all times. Recipients This manual is intended for qualified technical personnel (installers, technicians, electricians, technical •...
  • Page 10 The system can be combined with Azzurro, WeCo or Pylontech batteries offered in kit form by ZCS Azzurro. The system is also compatible with all existing photovoltaic inverters and modules and can be integrated into an existing system or installed together with a new photovoltaic system.

  • Page 11: Preliminary Safety Instructions

    1. Preliminary safety instructions Before installation, please read this manual carefully and make sure you fully understand its contents. The 3000SP inverter strictly complies with the safety, design and testing regulations provided for by the national standards. During installation, operation and maintenance, operators must carefully observe the local safety standards. Improper use may result in electrical shock and harm and damage to persons, the equipment and its components.

  • Page 12: Instructions On Battery Installation And Maintenance

    near the batteries or the 3000SP inverter. • Before any maintenance, disconnect the DC (battery) and AC (grid and loads) connections, then wait at least 5 minutes to allow the capacitors to discharge and to prevent accidental electrical discharges. • The 3000SP inverter must be completed disconnected (DC and AC side) during maintenance.
  • Page 13 c) Wear rubber gloves and shoes. d) Do not place tools or metal objects on top of the battery. e) Switch off the 3000SP inverter and the batteries before connecting or disconnecting the terminals. f) Isolate the positive and negative poles of the battery from the ground. 12 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev.

  • Page 14: Symbols On The Inverter

    1.3. Symbols on the inverter Some safety symbols are located on the inverter. Read and understand the contents of the symbols before installing the inverter. Residual voltage may be present on the inverter! Before opening the inverter, wait 5 minutes to ensure that the capacitors are completely discharged. Beware of high voltage Beware of high temperatures Complies with the European Standards (CE)

  • Page 15: Installation

    2. Installation 2.1. Product Overview Each 3000SP inverter has been rigorously inspected prior to packaging and delivery. Do not flip over, shake or jerk the packaging during transport. Before opening the box, please check that the packaging of the product is intact and has not been damaged or tampered with.

  • Page 16: Contents Of The Packaging

    Figure 2 – Views of the 3000SP storage inverter and mounting bracket 2.2. Contents of the packaging Carefully check the contents of the packaging before installation, making sure that no element inside the packaging is missing or damaged. The package should contain the following components: 8 expansion plugs and 1 Storage inverter 1 mounting bracket...

  • Page 17: Installation Environment

    1 Pylontech battery 2 current transformers 2 CT terminals communication cable 1 Warranty Registration 2 warranty certificate 1 user manual Figure 3 - Components and accessories inside in the packaging 2.3. Installation environment For correct functioning of the system, the inverter and batteries must be installed in an environment with the following characteristics: •...

  • Page 18: Installation Tools

    2.4. Installation tools The following tools are required for installation of the inverter and batteries. Therefore, they must be prepared before installation. Tool Function Drill To drill holes in the wall for fixing the bracket Recommended drill bit: 6mm To screw and unscrew screws for Screwdriver the various connections Wire stripper...

  • Page 19: Wall Installation Position

    ESD gloves Protective clothing Safety goggles Protective clothing Protection mask Protective clothing Figure 4 – Tools required for installing the 3000SP inverter and batteries 2.5. Wall installation position The 3000SP storage inverter must be installed vertically on the wall (to ensure rapid and effective heat dissipation) or at an inclination not exceeding 15°.

  • Page 20: Assembly Instructions

    2.6. Assembly instructions 1) Correctly position the mounting bracket on the wall using a level to ensure that it is straight; mark the eight holes using a suitable marker pen. Drill the eight holes at the points marked on the wall using a 6 mm drill bit. 2) Insert the plugs horizontally into the holes, paying attention to the force and depth with which they are inserted.
  • Page 21 For safety reasons, ZCS Spa and/or its partners may not carry out any technical repairs or Figure 7 - Possibility of locking the inverter to the staff with a lock maintenance work, or move the inverter or battery packs from and to the ground if they are installed at a Note: height of more than 180 cm from the ground.

  • Page 22: Electrical Connections

    3. Electrical connections • Carefully assess the risks deriving from electric shocks and chemical hazards! • Use a multi-metre to check the DC polarity of the battery and cables before connecting the power supply between the batteries and inverter. NOTE: an inverted polarity connection may cause irreparable damage to the inverter and batteries. Note: the Pylontech batteries, as well as the Azzurro, WeCo batteries do not require a disconnecting device for connecting to the storage inverter.

  • Page 23: Connecting The Battery

    3.1. Connecting the battery 1. Unscrew the 4 screws of the cover (A) with a star screwdriver (figure below). 2. Remove the waterproof cover (B), loosen the cable gland (C), and then remove the stopper (G). 3. Route the battery cables (F) through the cable gland, then connect them using the OT terminal (E) supplied;...

  • Page 24: Connecting A Pylontech Battery Us2000

    4.2. Connecting a Pylontech battery US2000 4.2.1. Connecting a single battery US2000 This cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate connection: 1. In the case of Pylontech batteries, insert the plug into the CAN port of the single battery. Figure 11 - Pylontech communication cable to be inserted into the battery communication input Pinout communication cable between Pylontech battery and Inverter from left to right...

  • Page 25: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel Us2000

    Figure 12 - Connecting the communication cable to the Pylontech battery 4.2.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel US2000 If multiple batteries are present, check the parallel connections between one battery and another. The communication cables must be connected starting from the master battery and inserting the short jumper (supplied with the battery) or a jumper with a length of 0.6 m or 1.5 m (available on request, codes ZST-CABLE-0.6M and ZST-CABLE-1.5M) in the LINK connection PORT;...
  • Page 26 NOTE: the position of the DIP switches (white on a red background, as shown in the figure below) should not be changed. If it is changed by accident, contact the ZCS Service Centre at the toll-free number 800 72 74 64 (available on in Italy) or open a ticket by going to the support section of our website: https://www.zcsazzurro.com/it/support.

  • Page 27: Pylontech Us2000 Configuration

    4.2.3. Pylontech US2000 configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 1. Press the first button on the left of the display: 2. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.
  • Page 28 4. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type Pylon-AH US2000 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 27 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 29: Connecting A Pylontech Battery Us5000

    4.3. Connecting a Pylontech battery US5000 4.3.1. Connecting a single battery US5000 This cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate connection: 5. In the case of Pylontech batteries, insert the plug into the CAN port of the single battery. Figure 11 - Pylontech communication cable to be inserted into the battery communication input Pinout communication cable between Pylontech battery and Inverter from left to right...

  • Page 30: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel Us5000

    Figure 12 - Connecting the communication cable to the Pylontech battery Figure 12- Connecting the power cable from the Pylontech battery to the inverter 8.2.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel US5000 If multiple batteries are present, check the parallel connections between one battery and another. The communication cables must be connected starting from the master battery and inserting the short jumper (supplied with the battery) or a jumper with a length of 0.6 m or 1.5 m (available on request, codes ZST-CABLE-0.6M and ZST-CABLE-1.5M) in the LINK connection PORT;...
  • Page 31 Figure 14 - Connecting the communication cable between three Pylontech batteries not be changed. If it is changed by accident, contact the ZCS Service Centre at the toll-free number 800 72 74 64 (available on in Italy) or open a ticket by going to the support section of our website: https://www.zcsazzurro.com/it/support.

  • Page 32: Pylontech Us5000 Configuration

    8.2.3. Pylontech US5000 configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 5. Press the first button on the left of the display: 6. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.
  • Page 33 8. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type Pylon-AH US5000 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 32 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 34: Connecting A Weco 4K4 Battery

    4.4. Connecting a WeCo 4k4 battery 4.4.1. Connecting a single battery 4k4 The same cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate inlet: a. Insert the plug into the BMS CAN port of the single battery. Figure 15 - Communication cable between the inverter and the WeCo 4k4 battery Pinout communication cable between Weco battery and Inverter from left to right...

  • Page 35: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel

    Inv-Batt communication cable Positive power cable Negative power cable Ground cable (PE) Figure 16 – Connecting the WeCo 4k4 battery 4.4.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel If multiple batteries are present: a. Check that the batteries have the same voltage level by switching them on and disconnecting them one at a time, measuring the + and - terminals with the tester.
  • Page 36 Figure 17 – Communication cable between WeCo 4k4 batteries e. In case of additional batteries, the communication cable will be connected as indicated above for connecting the MASTER battery to SLAVE 1. The last battery will only have the RS485-A port connected. Figure 18 –...
  • Page 37 Figure 20 – Parallel connection of four WeCo 4k4 batteries Figure 21 – Parallel connection of five WeCo 4k4 batteries 36 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 38: Weco 4K4 Configuration

    8.2.4. Weco 4k4 configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 1. Press the first button on the left of the display: 2. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.
  • Page 39 4. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type Weco 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 38 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 40: Connecting A Weco 4K4 Pro Battery

    4.5. Connecting a WeCo 4k4 PRO battery 4.5.1. Connecting a single battery 4k4 PRO The same cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate inlet: a. Insert the plug into the CAN-A port of the single battery. Figure 22 - Communication cable between the inverter and the WeCo PRO 4k4 battery Pinout communication cable between Weco battery and Inverter from left to right...

  • Page 41: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel

    Inv-Batt communication cable Positive power cable Negative power cable Ground cable (PE) Figure 23 – Connecting the WeCo 4k4 PRO battery 4.5.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel If multiple batteries are present: a. Check that the batteries have the same voltage level by switching them on and disconnecting them one at a time, measuring the + and - terminals with the tester.
  • Page 42 e. In case of additional batteries, the communication cable will be connected as indicated above for connecting the MASTER battery to SLAVE 1. The last battery will only have the RS485-A port connected. Figure 25 – Parallel connection of two WeCo 4k4 PRO batteries Figure 26 –...

  • Page 43: Weco 4K4 Pro Configuration

    Figure 28 – Parallel connection of five WeCo 4k4PRO batteries 8.2.5. Weco 4k4 PRO configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 1. Press the first button on the left of the display: 2. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1.
  • Page 44 3. Now press the last arrow on the right to access the battery parameters 7. Battery parameters 8. Logic interface 9. Factory reset 10. Reset Bluetooth 11. CT Calibration 12. Active battery 4. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type Weco 4.Depth of Discharge 80%...

  • Page 45: Connecting A Weco 4K4 Lt Battery

    4.6. Connecting a WeCo 4k4 LT battery 4.6.1. Connecting a single battery 4k4 LT The same cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate inlet: d. Insert the plug into the CAN-A port of the single battery. Figure 22 - Communication cable between the inverter and the WeCo LT 4k4 battery Pinout communication cable between Weco battery and Inverter from left to right...
  • Page 46 Inv-Batt communication cable Positive power cable Negative power cable Ground cable (PE) Figure 23 – Connecting the WeCo 4k4 LT battery Figure 14- Connecting the power cable from the Weco 4k4-LT battery to the inverter 45 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev.

  • Page 47: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel 4K4-Lt

    4.6.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel 4k4-LT If multiple batteries are present: g. Check that the batteries have the same voltage level by switching them on and disconnecting them one at a time, measuring the + and - terminals with the tester. Make sure that the difference between the voltages of all the batteries is less than 2 Volts.
  • Page 48 Figure 26 – Parallel connection of three WeCo 4k4 LT batteries Figure 27 – Parallel connection of four WeCo 4k4 LT batteries 47 / 207 Figure 28 – Parallel connection of five WeCo 4k4 LT batteries User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev.

  • Page 49: Weco 4K4 Lt Configuration

    8.2.6. Weco 4k4 LT configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 1. Press the first button on the left of the display: 2. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.

  • Page 50: Switching On Weco 4K4-Lt Batteries

    4. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type Weco 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 8.2.7. Switching on WeCo 4k4-LT batteries In order to carry out the correct switch-on procedure: 1. The batteries must all be switched off (side switch to 0); 2.

  • Page 51: Weco 4K4-Lt Battery And Weco 4K4 Pro Batteries In Parallel

    between the master battery and inverter, as prolonged standby of the system could cause an imbalance due to natural self-discharge. NOTE: When switched on for the first time, the WeCo batteries receive a command from the inverter to start regular operation only when all of them have collectively reached a state of full charge (i.e.
  • Page 52 e. RS485-B of slave N-1 battery (second last)  RS485-A of slave N battery (last) Batteries must be connected in a “loop.” Power connections between batteries and inverter: a. Positive input (+) of master battery connected to positive input (+) of inverter. b.

  • Page 53: Connecting A Weco 5K3 Battery

    4.7. Connecting a WeCo 5k3 battery 4.7.1. Connecting a single battery 5k3 : To connect the WeCo batteries, use the blue or grey communication cable contained in the battery kit. NOTE The same cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate inlet: Insert the plug into the BMS CAN port of the single battery.
  • Page 54 To access the battery connection, remove the cover of the LV section located on the left hand side by unscrewing the crosshead screws. See the figure to identify the LV section. Low Voltage High Voltage (HV) (LV) connection connection Attention: When connecting 5k3 batteries to 3000SP inverters or single-phase hybrid inverters, only the low voltage section must be used.

  • Page 55: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel 5K3

    Figure 30 - Connecting the WeCo 5k3 battery 4.7.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel 5k3 If multiple batteries are present: a. Check that the batteries have the same voltage level by switching them on and disconnecting them one at a time, measuring the + and - terminals with the tester. Make sure that the difference between the voltages of all the batteries is less than 2 Volts.
  • Page 56 e. In case of additional batteries, the communication cable will be connected as indicated for connecting the MASTER battery to SLAVE 1. The last battery will only have the RS485-A port connected. As for the power connections, all the batteries must be connected in parallel using the power cables supplied, making sure that the cable does not exceed a length of 2.5 metres.
  • Page 57 Figure 34 – Parallel connection of four WeCo 5k3 batteries Figure 35 – Parallel connection of five WeCo 5k3 batteries 56 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 58: Weco 5K3 Configuration

    8.2.9. Weco 5k3 configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 1. Press the first button on the left of the display: 2. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.
  • Page 59 4. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type Weco 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 58 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 60: Connecting A Weco 5K3Xp Battery

    4.8. Connecting a WeCo 5K3XP battery 4.8.1. Connecting a single battery 5K3XP NOTE : To connect the WeCo batteries, use the blue or grey communication cable contained in the battery kit. The same cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate inlet: Insert the plug into the BMS CAN port of the single battery.
  • Page 61 Low Voltage High Voltage (HV) (LV) connection connection Attention: When connecting 5K3XP batteries to 3000SP inverters or single-phase hybrid inverters, only the low voltage section must be used. To prevent damage to the batteries or inverters, do not use the high voltage section.

  • Page 62: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel

    Figure 37 - Connecting the WeCo 5K3XP battery 4.8.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel If multiple batteries are present: g. Check that the batteries have the same voltage level by switching them on and disconnecting them one at a time, measuring the + and - terminals with the tester. Make sure that the difference between the voltages of all the batteries is less than 2 Volts.
  • Page 63 Connect the communication cable inserted in the CAN port of the inverter to the CAN-A port of one of the batteries, this will now become the MASTER battery. From the MASTER battery, connect the communication cable from the RS485-B port to the RS485-A communication port of the Slave 1 battery.
  • Page 64 Figure 39 – Parallel connection of two WeCo 5K3XP batteries Figure 40 – Parallel connection of three WeCo 5K3XP batteries 63 / 207 Figure 41 – Parallel connection of four WeCo 5K3XP batteries User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev.
  • Page 65 Figure 42 – Parallel connection of five WeCo 5K3XP batteries 64 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 66: Weco 5K3Xp Configuration

    8.2.10. Weco 5K3XP configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 1. Press the first button on the left of the display: 2. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.

  • Page 67: Switching On Weco 5K3Xp Batteries

    4. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type Weco 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 8.2.11. Switching on WeCo 5K3XP batteries In order to carry out the correct switch-on procedure: 6. The batteries must all be switched off (side switch to 0); 7.

  • Page 68: Weco 5K3Xp Battery And 5K3 Batteries In Parallel

    4.8.3. Weco 5K3XP battery and 5K3 batteries in parallel Figure 34 – Parallel connection of WeCo 5K3XP and WeCo 5K3XP batteries (Example 1) 67 / 207 Figure 34 – Parallel connection of WeCo 5K3XP and WeCo 5K3XP batteries (Example 2) User Manual 3000SP Rev.
  • Page 69 In case of 5K3XP and 5K3 in parallel:  Always provide as master the 5K3XP battery (if they are more than one set them as first Slaves);  The DIP switches of the 5K3 batteries must be set according to the Slave number as shown in the table above;...

  • Page 70: Connecting An Azzurro 5000 Battery

    Figure 46 – Parallel connection of WeCo 5K3XP and WeCo 5K3XP batteries 4.9. Connecting an AZZURRO 5000 battery 4.9.1. Connecting a single battery AZZURRO 5000 The same cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate inlet: a.
  • Page 71 b. Connect the ground cable to the battery through the appropriate contact. : The communication cable is located inside the kit in the inverter box. NOTE Inv-Batt communication cable Positive power cable Negative power cable Ground cable (PE) Figure 48 - Connecting the AZZURRO 5000 battery In case of a SINGLE BATTERY: 1.

  • Page 72: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel Azzurro 5000

    3. Connect the ground cable to the battery through the threaded hole indicated by the ground symbol. 4. Press the button on the front of the battery to switch it on. Figure 50 – POWER button of the AZZURRO 5000 battery 4.9.2.
  • Page 73 As for the power connections, all the batteries must be connected in parallel using the power cables supplied, making sure that the cable does not exceed a length of 2.0 metres. The “NEGATIVE” power cable coming out from the inverter must be connected to the MASTER battery on the NEGATIVE terminal, while the “POSITIVE”...
  • Page 74 Figure 54 – Parallel connection of four AZZURRO 5000 batteries 73 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 75: Azzurro 5000 Configuration

    4.9.3. AZZURRO 5000 configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 5. Press the first button on the left of the display: 6. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.

  • Page 76: Connecting An Azzurro 5000 Pro Battery

    8. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type AZZURRO 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 4.10. Connecting an AZZURRO 5000 PRO battery 4.10.1. Connecting a single battery AZZURRO 5000 PRO The same cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate inlet: c.
  • Page 77 : The communication cable is located inside the kit in the inverter box. NOTE Inv-Batt communication cable Positive power cable Negative power cable Ground cable (PE) Figure 48 - Connecting the AZZURRO 5000 battery In case of a SINGLE BATTERY: 5.

  • Page 78: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel Azzurro 5000

    Figure 50 – POWER button of the AZZURRO 5000 PRO battery 4.10.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel AZZURRO 5000 If multiple batteries are present: e. In case of multiple batteries connected in parallel or when adding new batteries to a system with batteries already installed and working, make sure that the difference between the voltages of all the batteries is less than 1.5 Volt.
  • Page 79 The “NEGATIVE” power cable coming out from the inverter must be connected to the MASTER battery on the NEGATIVE terminal, while the “POSITIVE” cable must be connected to the last SLAVE N battery on the POSITIVE terminal. Figure 52 – Parallel connection of two AZZURRO 5000 PRO batteries Figure 53 –...
  • Page 80 Figure 54 – Parallel connection of four AZZURRO 5000 PRO batteries 79 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 81: Azzurro 5000 Pro Configuration

    4.10.3. AZZURRO 5000 PRO configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 1. Press the first button on the left of the display: 2. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.

  • Page 82: Connecting An Azzurro Zsx 5120 Battery

    4. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type AZZURRO 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 4.11. Connecting an AZZURRO ZSX 5120 battery 4.11.1. Connecting a single battery AZZURRO ZSX 5120 The same cable must be connected to the battery by inserting the RJ45 (8 pin) plug into the appropriate inlet: e.
  • Page 83 : The communication cable is located inside the kit in the inverter box. NOTE Inv-Batt communication cable Positive power cable Negative power cable Ground cable (PE) Figure 48 - Connecting the AZZURRO ZSX 5120 battery In case of a single battery: 1.

  • Page 84: Connecting Multiple Batteries In Parallel Azzurro 5000

    4. Press the switch and turn it to the ON position, then press the SW button of the battery to switch it on. Figure 17– Power button of the AZZURRO ZSX 5120 battery 4.11.2. Connecting multiple batteries in parallel AZZURRO 5000 Both AZZURRO 5000 and AZZURRO 5000PRO batteries can be connected to the same inverter.
  • Page 85 k. In case of additional batteries, the communication cable will be connected as indicated above for connecting the MASTER battery to SLAVE 1. The last battery will only have the LINK IN port connected. As for the power connections, all the batteries must be connected in parallel using the power cables supplied, making sure that the cable does not exceed a length of 2.0 metres.
  • Page 86 Figure 53 – Parallel connection of three AZZURRO ZSX 5120 batteries Figure 54 – Parallel connection of four AZZURRO ZSX 5120 batteries 85 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 87: Azzurro Zsx 5120 Configuration

    4.11.3. AZZURRO ZSX 5120 configuration To correctly configure the battery parameters: 1. Press the first button on the left of the display: 2. Press the last arrow on the right (enter) to access the advanced settings (enter password 0715): 1. Settings 2.
  • Page 88 4. Check that the parameters are set correctly: 1.Battery type AZZURRO 4.Depth of Discharge 80% 6.Save 87 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 89: Ct / Battery Communication / Rs485 Connections

    4.12. CT / Battery Communication / RS485 Connections Figure 55 – Wiring diagram of the 3000SP storage inverter in a system powered by renewable energy 88 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...
  • Page 90 1) Correctly position the two current sensors (CT): - the CTa for measuring the energy exchanged with the grid must be positioned at the output of the exchange meter (utility side) and must include all the phase cables entering or leaving the meter. The CTa will therefore measure the energy taken from and fed into the grid by the photovoltaic system.
  • Page 91 3) Unscrew the 4 screws (A) of the central cover with a star screwdriver (relative figure). Figure 57 – Connecting the CT cables for the current sensors 4) Remove the waterproof cover (B), loosen the cable gland (C), and then remove the stopper (G). 5) Route the CT cable through the cable gland to the right of the cover, connect the cable to the CT terminal supplied, then insert the CT terminals into the corresponding ports (CTa for the exchange sensor and CTpv for the production sensor).
  • Page 92 Communication cable between the battery and the CAN communication 3000SP inverter 3000SP CANHpin1 CANLpin2 CAN port GNDpin3 WeCo CANHpin1 CANLpin2 CAN port GNDpin3 Figure 58 – End of WeCo communication cable with inverter-side terminal in the CAN input 91 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev.
  • Page 93 Communication cable between the battery and the CAN communication 3000SP inverter 3000SP CAN port CANHpin1 CANLpin2 RS485 port 485Apin3 485Bpin4 PYLONTECH CAN port CANHpin4 CANLpin5 485Apin1 & pin8 RS485 port 485Apin2 & pin7 7) Replace the waterproof cover and secure it with the 4 screws; tighten the cable gland. Figure 59 –...
  • Page 94 The figure below shows an incorrect positioning of the CTa sensor (consumption reading) Figure 60 – Correct positioning of the current sensors Figure 61 – Incorrect positioning of the current sensors (CTa reading of the utilities only) In case of multiple phase cables connected in parallel directly under the import/export meter, make sure all the phase cables pass through the CTa sensor, as shown in the figure.
  • Page 95 Figure 62 – Correct positioning of the current sensors for a system with two separate lines 94 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 96: Connecting To The Grid

    4.13. Connecting to the grid NOTE: If you do not want to configure the EPS (Emergency Power Supply) option, connect the AC power cable only to the GRID port and leave the LOAD port disconnected. 1) Unscrew the 4 screws (A) of the right cover with a star screwdriver (figure below). 2) Remove the waterproof cover (B), loosen the cable gland (C), and then remove the stopper (G).

  • Page 97: Connecting The Critical Load (Eps Function)

    4.14. Connecting the critical load (EPS function) In the event of a power failure, if the EPS function is enabled and the batteries are sufficiently charged, the 3000SP inverter will go into EPS mode (emergency power), drawing energy from the battery pack and supplying power to the critical loads via the LOAD port.

  • Page 98: Buttons And Indicator Lights

    Figure 65 – Front and top view of the power contactor; connecting the contactor inside the system 5. Buttons and indicator lights Figure 66 – Buttons and indicator lights of the 3000SP inverter 5.1. Buttons • Press “Menu/Back” to enter the previous screen or main menu. •...

  • Page 99: Indicator Lights

    5.2. Indicator lights • Indicator of the charge status (Green) When the system is in charging control status, the green LED flashes; When the system is charging the battery, the green LED is steady; When the system is in alarm state (temporary or permanent) the green LED is off. •...

  • Page 100: Operation

    6. Operation 6.1. Preliminary checks Please carry out the following checks before commissioning the inverter. 1) The 3000SP inverter must be securely attached to the wall mounting bracket. 2) The polarity of the battery cables must be correct and the power cables must be connected securely. 3) THE GRID/LOAD cables must be connected securely and correctly to the corresponding terminal block.
  • Page 101 3. Start the 3000 SP storage inverter Supply DC power to the inverter by correctly switching on the batteries: • In the case of Pylontech batteries, set the POWER switch of the battery, or (in the case of multiple units) of all the batteries, to I (ON position), then press the red SW button of the master battery for about one second;...
  • Page 102 Set all batteries via the side switch to 1 without switching them on (do not press the round metal button), switch on the master battery ONLY by pressing the button until the LED lights up. The batteries will automatically switch on in succession (each module will turn on independently and the side switch will flash for 3 seconds;...
  • Page 103 At the time of start-up, the 3000SP inverter requires the following parameters be set: 1) Date and time 8)*Min. discharge voltage (V) 2) Country 9)*Curr. Discharge Max (A) 3) Battery type 10)*Min. voltage threshold 4)*Battery capacity 11)*Discharge depth 5)*Max charge threshold (V) 12)*End-of-discharge V 6)*Max charge current (A) 13)*End-of-charge V...

  • Page 104: Freezing" Current Sensors

    UK-G59 Sweden 33-49 Reserved China General Europe France CEI 0-21 External Battery type Use the “Up” and “Down” keys to select the type of batteries connected to the system and press “OK” to confirm. If DARFON (1), PYLON (2), SOLTARO (3), ALPHA.ESS (4) or WeCo (if not present, select GENERAL LITHIUM) (5) batteries are used, the setup of the 3000SP storage inverter will be completed;...
  • Page 105 Power read by CTa Direction of power flow: IMPORT → from grid to utility • EXPORT → from utility to grid • Phase shift between the voltage and current of the phase where the CT is positioned Indicates the status of the current sensors: UNFREEZE →...
  • Page 106 4. When the appropriate start-up conditions (imported power > 200 W and PV > 90% 90% on all phases) have been met, it will be possible to “freeze” this situation so that it does not have to be repeated on future system start-ups. a.

  • Page 107: Menu

    6.4. Menu From the main screen, press “Menu/Back” to enter the main menu. The main menu contains five different options: Main menu 1. Settings 1. Enter Setting 2. Event list 2. Event List 3. System Info 3. System Info 4. Software Update 4.
  • Page 108 3.Depth of discharge 9.Min discharge voltage (V) 4.Max charge current 10*.End-of-discharge V (V) 5.Over-voltage 11*.End-of-charge V (V) threshold 6.Max charging 12.Salvare threshold (V) Note: settings 2*/8*/10*/11* are only accessible for DEFAULT batteries. Press the “Menu/Back” button to enter the main menu, then press the “OK” button to enter the menu “1.
  • Page 109 Depth of discharge EPS depth of discharge Select “3. Depth of discharge” and press “OK” to enter the menu for setting the depth of discharge. Press the “Up” and “Down” keys to change the depth of discharge in both normal operating mode and in EPS mode depending on the type of batteries used.
  • Page 110 When setting this parameter for Pylontech batteries, refer to the table in relative section; for different battery models, refer to the relative datasheet. Select “7. Max discharge current (A)” and press “OK” to enter the menu for setting the maximum Maximum discharge current (A) discharge current.
  • Page 111 Note: This setting is very important for lead-acid batteries, while it is not so important for lithium batteries with BMS. Select “Save” and press “OK” to save all the settings. Save Select “2. Delete Energy Data” and press “OK.” The display will show “Enter PWD!” Press “OK” to enter the 2.
  • Page 112 Select “6. Enable Country Change” and press “OK”. The display will show “Enter PWD!”, press “OK” to enter 6. Enable Country Change the password. Enter the password “0001” using the “Up” and “Down” keys to select the number and “OK” to move to the next one.
  • Page 113 Select the menu “1. EPS setting” and press “OK” to enter; use the “Up” and “Down” keys to select between “Enable EPS” and “Disable EPS”, then press “OK” to confirm. If the Enable EPS option is set, select the menu “2. Set EPS start-up time” and press “OK”; use the “Up” and “Down”...
  • Page 114 Select “1. Fast Self-Test”, then press “OK” to start the fast self-test, which will be performed automatically and will take about 15 minutes. The following screens will be shown on the display. Start Self-test ↓ press “OK” to start Testing 59.S1... ↓...
  • Page 115 ↓ Wait Test 81<S1 OK! ↓ Wait Testing 81<S2... ↓ Wait Test 81<S2 OK! ↓ Press “OK” OK self-test! ↓ Press “down” 59.S1 253V 900ms ↓ Press “down” 59.S1: 228V 902ms ↓ Press “down” 59.S2 264.5V 200ms ↓ Press “down” 59.S2: 229V 204ms ↓...
  • Page 116 81>.S2 51.5Hz 100ms ↓ Press “down” 81>.S2 49.9Hz 107ms ↓ Press “down” 81<.S1 49.5Hz 100ms ↓ Press “down” 81<.S1 50.0Hz 105ms ↓ Press “down” 81<.S2 47.5Hz 100ms ↓ Press “down” 81<.S2 50.1Hz 107ms Select “2. STD Self-test” and press “OK” to start the standard self-test. The test procedure is the STD Self-test same as the fast self-test with the difference that the waiting times are longer (about 45 minutes) due to the 300-second wait between one test and the next.
  • Page 117 Select “4. Set QV time” and press “OK” to enter the menu for setting this parameter. The display will show the following: Set：** s ** represents the time to be set in seconds. Use the “Up” and “Down” keys to set the desired value.
  • Page 118 The 3000SP will remain in Standby as long as the When the energy from the photovoltaic system is energy produced by the photovoltaic system is less greater than that requested by the loads, the 3000SP than that requested by the loads (or the difference is < will give priority to charging the battery with the 100W).
  • Page 119 Below are the instantaneous information and values that can be seen by pressing the “Down” key from the main interface. Grid (V) Indicates the voltage of the grid in Volts Indicates the current exchanged with the grid in Ampere (the symbol – in Grid (A) front of the figure indicates a transfer of power to the grid) Frequency...
  • Page 120 Set %Charge Mode Rules. 0: Enable From Charge 21h00m - 06h00m 090% 1000W Effective date Dec. 22 - Mar. 21 Weekdays Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun. Select “3. Set Hourly Mode”, then press “OK” to enter the interface of the set charge/discharge mode. Set Hourly Mode In this mode, it is possible to select a forced charging and discharging period for the battery, as well as the power to be used for performing these operations.

  • Page 121: Event List

    3. Set safety Hz press “OK” and wait for “OK” to appear on the display. Note: for more information and to request the firmware update files, please contact the ZCS Azzurro Technical Support on the toll free number 800 727464 (available only in Italy).

  • Page 122: System Information

    ID events Intervention time 1. ID02 2018-03-16 09:56 2. ID03 2018-03-16 09:56 Select “2. List of historical events” and press “OK” to access the information on the history of errors 2) List of historical events in the memory; in particular, you will be able to view the number of errors, the identification code, and date/time at which they occurred.
  • Page 123 Information on EPS mode Working mode Information on working mode System info (3) DRMs0 Control Information on DRMs0 mode Set PF time Response delay in frequency Set QV time Response delay in voltage Power Factor Power factor value Battery parameters Battery type Battery model set Battery capacity...

  • Page 124: Software Update

    Copy the firmware folder to the main directory of the SD Card. . Proceed as follows: 1. Switch off the ZCS 3000SP inverter by disconnecting the AC power and turning off the batteries. If Pylontech batteries are used, set the switches of each battery in the pack to 0.
  • Page 125 9. When the display turns on (approximately 2-3 seconds after the AC circuit breaker has been closed), disconnect the AC power to the ZCS storage system again. 10. From the display, press the “Menu/Back” key (first from the left) to enter the menu, and press the “OK”...

  • Page 126: Energy Statistics (Energy Statistic)

    AC switch and then the switches located on the batteries. Wait 3 minutes and follow the above steps again, starting from point 7. Note: for more information and to request the firmware update files, please contact the ZCS Azzurro Technical Support on the toll free number 800 727464 (only in Italy).

  • Page 127: Connections In Three-Phase Mode

    Export 2.00KWh Consump. 32.00KWh SelfCon 7.00KWh 21.87% Amount 25.00KWh 78.13% 7. Connections in three-phase mode The 3000SP storage inverter is a single-phase inverter, but it can be installed on a three-phase system by feeding and withdrawing power on a single-phase, with the aim of zeroing the vector sum of the powers of each phase ready by the import/export meter.
  • Page 128 In phase L3, where the storage inverter is installed, the loads absorb a power of 4 kW; this request is met partly by the photovoltaic production (2 kW) and partly by the batteries (3 kW). In any case, instead • of only delivering the 2 kW needed to meet the requirements of the loads on the phase, an additional 1 kW is also delivered, which is then sold to the grid to balance the greater absorption on phase L2.

  • Page 129: Ct / Battery Communication / Rs485 Connections

    7.1. CT / Battery Communication / RS485 Connections 9) Correctly position the four current sensors (CT): Figure 76 – Wiring diagram of the 3000SP storage inverter inside a system powered by renewable energy - the CTa for measuring the energy exchanged with the grid must be positioned at the output of the exchange meter (utility side) on the same phase where the storage unit has been installed, and must include all the phase cables entering or leaving the meter.
  • Page 130 Figure 77 - Diagram of CTpv sensor connection 1) If it is necessary to extend the connection cables Use an 8-pole category 6 STP cable AS EXTENSION CABLE, use all colored poles (blue-orange-green-brown) to extend the CT positive cable and all white/colored poles (white/blue-white/orange-white/green-white/brown) to extend the negative CT cable.
  • Page 131 1) Unscrew the 4 screws (A) of the central cover with a star screwdriver (Figure). Figure 79 – Connecting the CT cables for the current sensors 2) Remove the waterproof cover (B), loosen the cable gland (C), and then remove the stopper (G). 3) Route the CT cable through the cable gland to the right of the cover, connect the cable to the CT terminal supplied, then insert the CT terminals into the corresponding ports (CTa for CTb and CTc for the exchange measurement sensors and CTpv for the production sensor).

  • Page 132: Operation

    Figure 80 – Correct positioning of the current sensors Figure 81 – Incorrect positioning of the current sensors 7.2. Operation 7.2.1. Preliminary checks Please carry out the following checks before commissioning the inverter. 1) The 3000SP inverter must be securely attached to the wall mounting bracket. 2) The polarity of the battery cables must be correct and the power cables must be connected securely.

  • Page 133: First Start-Up Of The Inverter

    3) THE GRID/LOAD cables must be connected securely and correctly to the corresponding terminal block. 4) The AC switch must be connected correctly between the inverter’s GRID port and the grid. The automatic AC switch must be set to OFF. 5) In the case of connection to the EPS, make sure that the AC power contactor is connected correctly.
  • Page 134 4. Start the 3000 SP storage inverter Supply DC power to the inverter by correctly switching on the batteries: • In the case of Pylontech batteries, set the POWER switch of the battery, or (in the case of multiple units) of all the batteries, to I (ON position), then press the red SW button of the master battery for about one second;...
  • Page 135 Set all batteries via the side switch to 1 without switching them on (do not press the round metal button), switch on the master battery ONLY by pressing the button until the LED lights up. The batteries will automatically switch on in succession (each module will turn on independently and the side switch will flash for 3 seconds;...

  • Page 136: Freezing" Current Sensors

    Figure 85 – Example of AC switch protecting the inverter 7.2.3. “FREEZING” current sensors Starting from firmware version 1.94, the “CT Direction” function is available on the display, which allows faster and more correct installation and configuration of the current sensors. This can be done once the inverter has been started by following these steps: 7.
  • Page 137 (shown in figure). If it is not possible to obtain the required conditions, contact the ZCS Service Centre on the toll-free number 800 72 74 64 (only available in Italy) or open a ticket by going to the support section of our website at https://www.zcsazzurro.com/it/support.

  • Page 138: Setting Ctpv In Three-Phase Mode

    10. When the appropriate start-up conditions (imported power > 500 W and PV > 90% 90% on all phases) have been met, it will be possible to “freeze” this situation so that it does not have to be repeated on future system start-ups. Press the second key ↑...

  • Page 139: Verification Of Proper Functioning

    5. Use the Esc/Menu key to go back to the main interface. Figure 88 – Setting of the CTpv Scale Factor from the display 6. Switch on the photovoltaic inverter so that it can start producing energy. Figure 89 – Switching on the photovoltaic inverter 8.
  • Page 140 Power up the 3000SP by pulling on the AC switch. After pulling up the AC switch, the countdown will start according to the country code set (for CEI021-Internal, it will be 300s) to reconnect to the grid. During this period, check that the household loads are only powered by the grid and that there are no other power flows from either the photovoltaic system or the battery.
  • Page 141 5. Once the countdown is over, the batteries will start to deliver power according to the availability towards the utility, trying to reset the consumption from the grid. During this period, check that the a. value of the consumption remains constant* as the power supplied by the battery increases during discharge.

  • Page 142: Checking The Settings

    8. If the above are not verified, check the CT positioning and direction by consulting the sections on correct installation and initial start-up. 8.1. Checking the settings 1. Below is a summary of all the settings on the device, which you can find in the system info menu. In particular, check that the parameters indicated are correct.
  • Page 143 DRMs0 Control (or Logical Interface): must be disabled. CTpv Scale Factor: 1.00 → Single-phase configuration 3.00 → Three-phase configuration CT Direction check the blocking status of the CTs. Battery type: check if the battery model on the display is consistent with the batteries installed. Battery capacity: the system will show the total capacity of the batteries: Pylontech 1 →...

  • Page 144: Technical Specifications

    9. Technical specifications 143 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 145: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    10. Troubleshooting and maintenance 10.1. Troubleshooting This section contains information and procedures on how to troubleshoot any faults and errors that may occur during operation of the 3000SP storage inverter. If you have any problems with the inverter, please follow these steps. Is the inverter located in a clean, dry and properly ventilated place? Is the battery switched ON? Are the cables correctly sized and as short as possible?
  • Page 146 If the alarm is sporadic and not consistent, check the Battery voltage is battery overvoltage setting and compare it with the BatOVP too high datasheet of the battery. If the setting is correct and the alarm persists, contact Technical Support. ID05 Vlvrtlow LVRT function error...
  • Page 147 HwADFaul Sampling error of tIGrid the grid current ID17 HwADFaul DCI sampling error tDCI ID18 HwADFaul Sampling error of tVGrid the grid voltage ID19 GFCIDevic GFCI sampling error. eFault ID20 MChip_Fau Microprocessor fault ID21 Error on the HwAuxPo auxiliary supply werFault voltage ID22...
  • Page 148 and check if the error is still present. If the error Grid frequency persists, contact Technical Support. measurements Consistent between the main Fault_FGri DSP and the secondary DSP are ID50 not aligned DCI measurements between the main Consistent DSP and the Fault_DCI secondary DSP are ID51...
  • Page 149 Disable EPS, restart the Inverter and enable the EPS. In BitEPSunr Unrecoverable fault case the error is consistent contact technical support. ecoverBat on the battery in EPS mode ID67 unrecover Grid current is too OCPInstan high. Unrecoverable hardware fault ID70 Check if the inverter is updated to the latest version that unrecover you can find on www.zcsazzurro.com, otherwise upgrade...
  • Page 150 ID95-ID96 are internal errors of 3000SP EEPROM of the CommEEP communication Switch off the unit by disconnecting the AC and DC ROMFault board cannot be switches, and wait for at least 5 minutes. Switch the read ID95 unit back on again by closing the AC and DC switches, and check if the error is still present.

  • Page 151: Maintenance

    10.2. Maintenance Inverters generally do not require daily or routine maintenance. In any case, for proper long-term operation of the inverter, make sure that the heatsink for cooling the inverter has enough space to ensure adequate ventilation and that it is not obstructed by dust or other items. Use an air compressor, a soft dry cloth or a soft-bristled brush to clean the inverter.

  • Page 152: Uninstalling

    11. Uninstalling 11.1. Uninstallation steps Disconnect the inverter from the AC grid. Disconnect the DC switch (located on the battery or installed on the wall) • Wait 5 minutes • To remove the DC connectors from the inverter • Remove the connectors for communication with the batteries and current sensors. •...

  • Page 153: Monitoring Systems

    12. Monitoring systems Product code Product photo Portal Possibility to send commands and to ZCS monitoring monitoring monitoring update the inverter remotely in case of technical support ZSM-WIFI ZSM-ETH ZSM-4G Datalogger 4- 10 Inverters Datalogger up to 31 Inverters 152 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev.

  • Page 154: External Wi-Fi Adapter

    12.1. External Wi-Fi adapter 12.1.1. Installation Unlike the internal Wi-Fi card, the external adapter must be installed for all compatible inverters. However, the procedure is quicker and easier as there is no need to open the front cover of the inverter. In order to monitor the inverter, the RS485 communication address must be set to 01 directly from the display.

  • Page 155: Configuration

    3) Connect the Wi-Fi adapter to the appropriate port, making sure to follow the direction of the connection and ensure correct contact between the two parts. Figure 92 – Inserting and securing the external Wi-Fi adapter 4) Switch on the inverter by following the procedure described in the manual. 12.1.2.
  • Page 156 If the Wi-Fi signal is present at the location where the inverter is installed, the configuration procedure can begin. If the Wi-Fi signal does not reach the inverter, a system must be installed to amplify the signal and bring it to the installation location.
  • Page 157 Figure 94 – Disabling automatic reconnection to a network 2) Connect to a Wi-Fi network generated by the inverter's Wi-Fi adapter (i.e. AP_*******, where ******* indicates the serial number of the Wi-Fi adapter shown on the label of the device), which operates as an access point.
  • Page 158 Figure 95 – Password of external Wi-Fi adapter Note: To ensure that the adapter is connected to the PC or smartphone during the configuration procedure, enable automatic reconnection of the AP_******* network. Figure 96 – Password entry prompt 157 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev.
  • Page 159 Note: the Access Point is not able to provide internet access; confirm to maintain the Wi-Fi connection, even if the internet is not available Figure 97 – Screen indicating that the Internet cannot be accessed 4) Open a browser (Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox) and enter the IP address 10.10.100.254 in the address bar at the top of the screen.
  • Page 160 5) The status screen will open, showing the logger information such as the serial number and firmware version. Check that the Inverter Information fields are filled in with the inverter information. The language of the page can be changed using the command in the top right-hand corner. Figure 99 –...
  • Page 161 Note: check that the signal strength is greater than 30%, if not, bring the router closer or install a repeater or signal amplifier. Click Next. Figure 100 – Screen for selecting the available wireless network (1) 8) Enter the password of the Wi-Fi network (Wi-Fi modem), clicking on Show Password to make sure it is correct;...
  • Page 162 Figure 101 – Screen for entering the password of the wireless network (2) 9) Click “Next” again without ticking any of the options relating to the system security. Figure 102 - Screen for setting the security options (3) 161 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev.
  • Page 163 10) Click “OK”. Figure 103 – Final configuration screen (4) 11) At this point, if the configuration of the adapter is successful, the last configuration screen will appear, and the telephone or PC will unpair from the inverter’s Wi-Fi network. 12) Manually close the web page with the Close key on the PC por remove it from the background of the telephone.

  • Page 164: Verification

    Figure 104 - Successful configuration screen 12.1.3. Verification To verify the correct configuration, connect to it again and access the status page.. Check the following information: a. Wireless STA mode i. Router SSID > Router name ii. Signal Quality > other than 0% iii.
  • Page 165 Figure 105 – Status screen 1) Initial status: Status of LEDs present on the adapter NET (left LED ): off COM (central LED): steady on READY (right LED): flashing on Figure 106 - Initial status of LEDs 164 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev.
  • Page 166 2) Final status: NET (left LED): steady on COM (central LED): steady on READY (right LED): flashing on If the NET LED does not light up or if the Remote Server A option in the Status page still shows “Not Figure 107 - Final status of LEDs Connected”, the configuration was not successful, i.e.

  • Page 167: Troubleshooting

    Figure 108 – Reset button on the Wi-Fi adapter 12.1.4. Troubleshooting Status of LEDs present on the adapter 1) Irregular communication with inverter NET (left LED): steady on COM (central LED ): off READY (right LED): flashing on Figure 109 - Irregular communication status between inverter and Wi-Fi Check the Modbus address set on the inverter: Enter the main menu with the ESC key (first key on the left), go to System Info and press ENTER to enter the submenu.
  • Page 168 in any case, other than 00). If the value is not 01, go to “Settings” (basic settings for hybrid inverters) and enter the Modbus Address menu where the 01 value can be set. Check that the Wi-Fi adapter is correctly and securely connected to the inverter, making sure to tighten the two cross-head screws provided.
  • Page 169 Figure 111 - Irregular communication status between Wi-Fi and remote server Check that the configuration procedure has been carried out correctly and that the correct network password has been entered. When searching for the Wi-Fi network using a smartphone or PC, make sure that the Wi-Fi signal is strong enough (a minimum RSSI signal strength of 30% is required during configuration).
  • Page 170 select “Other” from the Wireless and networks menu and make sure that the Network type is set to 3G/4G/5G. b) In the Android settings menu, go to Wireless & networks > Other. Select Mobile Hotspot/Tethering, and then enable the Wi-Fi mobile hotspot option; wait a few seconds for the wireless network to be created.
  • Page 171 Figure 113 - Configuration of an iOS smartphone as a hotspot router At this point, it is necessary to re-configure the Wi-Fi adapter using a PC or smartphone other than the one used as a modem. During this procedure, when asked to select the Wi-Fi network, choose the one activated by the smartphone and then enter the password associated with it (which can be changed from the personal hotspot settings).

  • Page 172: Ethernet Adapter

    12.2. Ethernet adapter 12.2.1. Installation Installation must be carried out for all inverters compatible with the adapter. However, the procedure is quicker easier there need open front cover inverter. Proper operation of the device requires the presence of a modem correctly connected to the network and in operation in order to achieve stable data transmission from the inverter to the server.
  • Page 173 3) Remove the ring nut and the waterproof cable gland from the adapter to allow the network cable to pass through; then insert the network cable network into the appropriate port on the inside of the adapter and tighten the ring nut and cable gland to ensure a stable connection. Figure 115 –...

  • Page 174: Verification

    5) Connect the other end of the network cable to the ETH output (or equivalent) of the modem or a suitable data transmission device. Figure 117 – Connecting the network cable to the modem 6) Switch on the inverter by following the procedure described in the manual. 7) Unlike Wi-Fi cards, the Ethernet adapter does not need to be configured and starts transmitting data shortly after the inverter is switched on.
  • Page 175 Figure 118 - Initial status of LEDs 2) Final status: NET (left LED): steady on COM (central LED): steady on SER (right LED): flashing on Figure 119 - Final status of LEDs 174 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev.

  • Page 176: Troubleshooting

    12.2.3. Troubleshooting Status of LEDs present on the adapter Irregular communication with inverter NET (left LED): steady on COM (central LED ): off SER (right LED): flashing on Figure 120 - Irregular communication status between the inverter and adapter Check the Modbus address set on the inverter: Enter the main menu with the ESC key (first key on the left), go to System Info and press ENTER to enter the submenu.

  • Page 177: Adapter

    12.3. 4G adapter The ZCS 4G adapters are sold with a virtual SIM integrated into the device with data traffic fee included for10 years, which is adequate for the proper transmission of data to monitor the inverter. In order to monitor the inverter, the RS485 communication address must be set to 01 directly from the display.

  • Page 178: Installation

    12.3.1. Installation Installation must be carried out for all inverters compatible with the adapter. However, the procedure is quicker and easier as there is no need to open the front cover of the inverter. Installation tools: Cross screwdriver 4G adapter •...
  • Page 179 3) Insert the 4G adapter into the appropriate port, making sure to follow the direction of the connection and ensure correct contact between the two parts. Secure the 4G adapter by tightening the two screws inside the package. Figure 123 – Inserting and securing the 4G adapter 4) Switch on the inverter by following the procedure described in the manual.

  • Page 180: Verification

    12.3.2. Verification After installing the adapter, within the next 3 minutes check the status of the LEDs on the device to ensure that the device is configured correctly. 1) Initial status: Status of LEDs present on the adapter NET (left LED ): off COM (central LED): flashing on SER (right LED): flashing on 2) Registration:...
  • Page 181 Figure 125 - Final status of LEDs 1) Irregular communication with inverter Status of LEDs present on the adapter NET (left LED): on COM (central LED ): off SER (right LED): on Check the Modbus address set on the inverter: Figure 126 - Irregular communication status between inverter and adapter Enter the main menu with the ESC key (first key on the left), go to System Info and press ENTER to enter the submenu.
  • Page 182 Check that the 4G adapter is correctly and securely connected to the inverter, making sure to tighten the two cross-head screws provided. 2) Irregular communication with remote server: NET (left LED): flashing on COM (central LED): on SER (right LED): flashing on Figure 127 - Irregular communication status between the adapter and remote server Check that the 4G signal is present in the installation location (the adapter uses the Vodafone network for 4G transmission;...

  • Page 183: Datalogger

    12.4. Datalogger Product code Product photo Portal Possibility to send commands and to ZCS monitoring monitoring monitoring update the inverter remotely in case of technical support ZSM-WIFI ZSM-ETH ZSM-4G Datalogger 4- 10 Inverters Datalogger up to 31 Inverters 12.4.1. Preliminary notes on how to configure the datalogger The AzzurroZCS inverters can be monitored via a datalogger connected to a Wi-Fi network present at the place of installation or via an ethernet cable connected to a modem.

  • Page 184: Electrical Connections And Configuration

    Figure 129 – Diagram showing the operation of the ZSM-RMS001/M200 / ZSM-RMS001/M1000 datalogger allow remote monitoring of the system either through the “Azzurro System” app or through the “www.zcsazzurroportal.com” website. All the Azzurro ZCS inverters can be monitored using the datalogger; different models or families of inverters can also be monitored. 12.4.2.
  • Page 185 For the creation of the serial line use a certified cable for RS485 2x0,5mm2 shielded. Connect the shield to the ground only on 1 of the 2 sides (preferably inverter side). In case of more inverters continue the shielding between pieces of cables (COM Inverter port). 1) In case of three-phase inverter it is possible to use a RS485 certified cable properly crimped with RJ45 connector: a.
  • Page 186 Figure 132 – Connecting the serial line via the RS485 terminal block and via the RJ45 plug For the 3PH HYD5000-HYD20000-ZSS three-phase hybrid inverter, use only one positive and one negative of those shown in the figure below. Non è possibile visualizzare l'immagine collegata. Il file potrebbe essere stato spostato, rinominato o eliminato. Verificare che il collegamento punti al file e al percorso corretti. Figure 133a –...
  • Page 187 Figure 133b – Connecting the serial line via the communication connector for 1PH 3000-6000 TLM-V3, 3PH HYD5000-HYD20000-ZSS For the 1PH HYD3000-HYD6000-ZSS-HP single-phase hybrid inverter, use only one positive and one negative of those shown in the figure below. d. Position the dip switches of the last inverter of the daisy chain as shown in the figure below Figure 133c –...

  • Page 188: Zsm-Datalog-04 And Zsm-Datalog-10 Devices

    Figure 134 – Positioning of dip switches to connect the isolation resistor 3) Check that the RS485 icon is shown on the display of all the inverters. This indicates that the inverters are actually connected via the serial line. If this symbol does not appear, check that the connection is correct, as indicated in this guide.

  • Page 189: Wi-Fi Configuration

    LINK off STATUS steady on • • 12.4.4. WI-FI CONFIGURATION To configure the datalogger via Wi-Fi, please refer to the chapter on monitoring systems, as the configuration is similar to that of any type of Wi-Fi adapter. 12.4.5. Ethernet configuration Insert the RJ45 connector of the Ethernet cable in the ETHERNET input of the datalogger.
  • Page 190 Figure 137 - Wi-Fi network search on iOS smartphone (left) and Android (right) Note: Disconnect from any Wi-Fi networks to which you are connected by removing automatic access. Figure 138 - Disabling automatic reconnection to a network Connect to a Wi-Fi network generated by the datalogger (i.e. AP_*******, where ******* indicates the serial number of the datalogger shown on the label of the device), which operates as an Access Point.
  • Page 191 Figure 139 - Password entry prompt Note: the Access Point is not able to provide internet access; confirm to maintain the Wi-Fi connection, even if internet is not available. Figure 140 - Screen showing that the Internet cannot be accessed Open a browser (Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox) and enter the IP address 10.10.100.254 in the address bar at the top of the screen.
  • Page 192 Figure 142 - Screen for logging into the web server to configure the datalogger The status screen will open, showing the datalogger information such as serial number and firmware version. Check that the fields relating to the Inverter Information are filled in with the information of all the inverters connected.
  • Page 193 Click on the Wizard setup button in the left-hand column. Now click on the Start button to start the configuration wizard. Figure 144 – Screen for starting (1) the Setup Wizard Check the “Cable Connection” option and then click “Next.” Figure 145 - Network cable connection selection screen Make sure that the “Enable”...
  • Page 194 Figure 146 – Screen for automatically obtaining the IP address (5) Click on Next without making any changes. Complete the configuration procedure by clicking OK, as shown in the following screen. Figure 147 - Screen for setting the security options (6) 193 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev.
  • Page 195 Figure 148 – Final configuration screen (7) If the configuration procedure is successful, the following screen will appear. If this screen does not appear, try refreshing the browser page. The screen will prompt you to manually close the page; close the page from the background of your phone or from the close button on your PC.

  • Page 196: Checking That The Datalogger Has Been Configured Correctly

    12.4.6. Checking that the datalogger has been configured correctly Wait two minutes after completing the configuration of the device. First of all, check that the LINK LED on the device is on and steady. Enter the IP address 10.10.100.254 again, and the login credentials (“admin” for both username and Figure 150 –...
  • Page 197 Figure 151 – Main status screen and checking of correct configuration If the Remote Server A item in the Status page is still “Unpingable”, the configuration was not successful, i.e. Figure 152 - main status screen and checking of correct configuration the incorrect router password was entered or the device was disconnected during connection.
  • Page 198 Figure 153 – Reset Screen 197 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00 Rev. 1.1 of 16/03/2021 - Application: GID...

  • Page 199: Zsm-Rms001/M200 And Zsm-Rms001/M1000 Devices

    12.4.7. ZSM-RMS001/M200 and ZSM-RMS001/M1000 Devices 12.4.7.1. Mechanical description and Datalogger interface Mechanical Dimensions: 127mm x 134 x 52 mm Protection rating: IP20 The usable ports are indicated below. LAN cable connection port RS485 cable connection port Battery pack Power supply connection port connection port Figure 154: Datalogger rear panel...

  • Page 200: Connecting The Datalogger To The Inverters

    12.4.7.2. Connecting the Datalogger to the inverters A serial communication via RS485 cable is provided for connecting to the inverters. The GND cable does not need to be connected to the inverters. Follow the connections as shown in the table below.

  • Page 201: Connecting The Lm2-485 Pro Cell Irradiance And Temperature Sensor To The Datalogger

    12.4.7.5. Connecting the LM2-485 PRO cell irradiance and temperature sensor to the datalogger For proper installation, make sure to connect the sensor signal cable and the power cable. In particular, the sensor of the signal cables must be connected in a daisy chain configuration to the remaining devices on the RS485 bus, as shown in the table below.

  • Page 202: Configuring The Datalogger

    A stable communication in terms of signal and power supply, up to 200m, is guaranteed by using the RS485 cable, type Te.Co. 15166 (2x2x0,22+1x0,22)st/pu. For longer distances, a connection to the signal side of the datalogger is recommended, and a connection to the +12V power supply via an external power supply unit.
  • Page 203 A window will open where you can search for each type of device connected to the Datalogger, after indicating the range of addresses associated with the relative devices. If a meter is one of the devices connected to the Datalogger, select the type of Meter/Datalogger communication interface and the relative communication protocol.

  • Page 204: Configuring The Datalogger On The Zcs Azzurro Portal

    From this moment, the datalogger is correctly configured (all devices must be in the “saved” status) and therefore a new installation can be created on the ZCS Azzurro portal for associating the datalogger and the devices connected to it. 12.4.8.1.

  • Page 205: Network Configuration

    Once the “location” of the field has been entered, click “Calculate Location Information” to allow the system to obtain the latitude, longitude and time zone of the installation. Click “Confirm” to complete the configuration of the field. You only need to wait a few minutes to view the data flow on the ZCS Azzurro portal.

  • Page 206: Local Monitoring

    By entering the credentials: username = admin and password = admin, you can change the configuration from dynamic to static by selecting the network window (see blue arrow) and then the “STATIC” option (see green arrow). To complete the operation, click “Apply” (see arrow).

  • Page 207: Features Of Local Monitoring

    The datalogger is connected to the local network and to the internet (the internet connection is only required during installation and configuration of the local monitoring system). • A static address (to be provided by the customer) with gateway and subnet mask is available for viewing the page locally.

  • Page 208: Warranty Terms And Conditions

    13. Warranty terms and conditions To view the “Warranty Terms and Conditions” offered by ZCS Azzurro, please refer to the documentation inside the product box and on the website www.zcsazzurro.com. 207 / 207 User Manual 3000SP Rev. 1.4 27.12.2023 Identification: MD-AL-GI-00...

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