This manual is for qualified electrical technicians and the user. Some tasks described in this manual may only be performed by qualified electrical technicians. These tasks are identified with a safety warning. 1.3 Additional Information You can download additional information about SMA Bluetooth Wireless Technology from the download area at www.SMA.de. Installation Guide BTREPIN-IEN091910...
About this Manual SMA Solar Technology AG 1.4 Symbols Used The following types of warnings and general information appear in this document as described below. DANGER! DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury!
SMA devices with Bluetooth Wireless Technology in order to overcome radio gaps or to improve poor radio connections. The SMA Bluetooth Repeater uses Bluetooth Class 1 and has a maximum reach in open air of up to 100 m. The SMA Bluetooth Repeater is compatible with all Bluetooth devices from SMA Solar Technology.
The packing list represented here is dependent upon the order option. A 1 Plug-in power supply with country adapters 3.2 SMA Bluetooth Repeater identification You can identify the SMA Bluetooth Repeater from the type label. The type label is on the right side of the device. BTREPIN-IEN091910...
• The maximum cable length of 10 m for the supply of power may not be exceeded. Procedure You determine the mounting- or installation location by changing the distance between the SMA Bluetooth Repeater and the devices with critical connection-quality until all devices show at least a good connection-quality (two rings). Proceed as follows: 1.
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SMA Bluetooth Repeater: one blue and two yellow LEDs Communication device and Sunny Explorer: see relevant manual ☑ If the connection-quality of all devices is at least "good", the Bluetooth Repeater can be mounted or installed there. – If the connection-quality of all devices is not at least "good", see section 9.1.2 "Connection- quality (Bluetooth LEDs)"...
Mounting 4.2 Mounting the SMA Bluetooth Repeater on the wall Mounting accessories provided A 1 Bracket (is clamped to the rear side of the SMA Bluetooth Repeater upon shipping) 1 Screw C 1 Screw anchor 1. Remove the bracket on the rear side of the SMA Bluetooth Repeater as shown in the illustration.
4.3 Mounting the SMA Bluetooth Repeater on the DIN rail Mounting accessories provided A 1 Bracket (is clamped to the rear side of the SMA Bluetooth Repeater upon shipping) 1. Remove the bracket on the rear side of the SMA Bluetooth Repeater as shown in the illustration.
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2. Hold the SMA Bluetooth Repeater fast during the entire mounting process by simultaneously pushing it up. 3. Hook the lower rail of the SMA Bluetooth Repeater onto the lower edge of the DIN rail. 4. Push the SMA Bluetooth Repeater onto the DIN Rail and push up and hold.
The SMA Bluetooth Repeater can be damaged by technically unsuitable plug-in power supplies. • Use only the plug-in power supply intended as an accessory for the SMA Bluetooth Repeater. See section 11 "Accessories" (page 24). 1. Insert the plug of the plug-in power supply into the "Power 12V"...
SMA Solar Technology AG Electrical Connection 5.3 Other power supplies DANGER! Risk of lethal electric shock as a result of incorrect working on electrical devices. • All work on electrical devices must only be carried out by a qualified electrical technicians.
6.1 Setting the mode The "MODE" rotary switch serves for the setting of various modes. The rotary switch must always be set to "0" position (preset ex works). Other positions are not permitted and are intended for the SMA Service only.
The last three Bluetooth LEDs are blinking (yellow). Bluetooth is switched on. (Condition upon The SMA Bluetooth Repeater can connect only with at most 2 computers delivery) with Sunny Explorer from SMA Solar Technology. A connection to the Sunny Beam with Bluetooth is not possible.
Maintenance and Care SMA Solar Technology AG 7 Maintenance and Care 7.1 Maintenance Conduct regular visual inspections of the SMA Bluetooth Repeater to check for visible external damage or dirt. 7.2 Care ATTENTION! Damage to the device due to penetration of liquids. The SMA Bluetooth Repeater is not waterproof, liquids should not be allowed to penetrate.
Decommissioning 8 Decommissioning 8.1 Dismantling the SMA Bluetooth Repeater 1. Take the SMA Bluetooth Repeater from the bracket, as shown in the diagram for the relevant type of mounting: Detaching the SMA Bluetooth Repeater from the DIN rail. Detaching the SMA Bluetooth Repeater from the wall.
Supply voltage is borderline. Plug-in power supply: The device is in operation. Use only the plug-in power supply intended as an accessory for the SMA Bluetooth Repeater (12 V, min. 100 mA). Other power supplies: Improve power supply via one of the following points: •...
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Other power supplies: Improve power supply via one of the following points: • Shorten the cable • Choose a larger cross-section • Change to the plug-in power supply intended as an accessory for the SMA Bluetooth Repeater. Installation Guide BTREPIN-IEN091910...
Troubleshooting SMA Solar Technology AG 9.1.2 Connection-quality (Bluetooth LEDs) The SMA Bluetooth Repeater can only display the connection quality, if it is integrated into an existing Bluetooth network. The Bluetooth network is only established by master devices (communication product). Bluetooth LEDs...
SMA Solar Technology AG Technical Data 10 Technical Data Communication Communication interface Bluetooth Connections Power supply jack plug 2-pole plug Max. number of devices Bluetooth Max. communication range Bluetooth outdoors up to 100 m Power supply Power supply Plug-in power supply (AC),...
Accessories SMA Solar Technology AG 11 Accessories 11.1 Plug-in power supply Order number: PWRSUPPLY Order number for Australia: PWRSUPPLY/AU/KR The plug-in power supply with country adaptors serves as power supply to the SMA Bluetooth Repeater via a wall plug. BTREPIN-IEN091910 Installation Guide...
SMA Solar Technology AG Contact 12 Contact If you have technical problems concerning our products, contact the SMA Service Line. We need the following information in order to provide you with the necessary assistance: • Inverter serial number and type • Series number and firmware version of the communication device •...
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The use of supplied software produced by SMA Solar Technology AG is subject to the following conditions: • SMA Solar Technology AG rejects any liability for direct or indirect damages arising from the use of software developed by SMA Solar Technology AG. This also applies to the provision or non-provision of support activities.
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SMA Solar Technology AG www.SMA.de Sonnenallee 1 34266 Niestetal, Germany Tel.: +49 561 9522 4000 Fax: +49 561 9522 4040 E-Mail: Vertrieb@SMA.de Freecall: 0800 SUNNYBOY Freecall: 0800 78669269...
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