This manual is valid for the SMA Bluetooth Repeater, firmware version V 0.18R, and higher.
Target Group
This manual is intended for skilled workers. Only qualified personnel are allowed to perform the tasks
set forth in this manual (see section 2.2"Target Group Qualification",page7).
Additional Information
Additional information is available at www.SMA.de/en:
Document TitleDocument Type
®
SMA Bluetooth
SMA Bluetooth
Practice
Symbols
SymbolExplanation
Wireless TechnologyTechnical Description
®
Wireless Technology in
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
Indicates a situation that can result in property damage if not avoided.
Technical Information
Indicates information that is important for a specific topic or objective, but
is not safety-relevant.
☐Indicates a requirement for meeting a specific goal.
☑Desired result.
✖A problem that could occur.
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Typography
TypographyExplanationExample
"light"Designates elements in a software
user interface or on a display or
• The value can be read in the
"Energy" field.
mentions device connections.
boldDesignates elements that can be
selected or entered in a software
user interface or on a display.
>Designates multiple elements that
•Select Settings.
•Enter 10 in the "Minutes" field.
•Select Settings > Date.
should be selected in a software
user interface or on a display.
[Button/key]Designates buttons or keys that
•Select [Next].
should be selected or pressed.
Nomenclature
This manual refers to PV plants and small wind turbine systems collectively as "plants".
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2Safety
2.1 Intended Use
The SMA Bluetooth Repeater may only be used with the following SMA Solar Technology AG
products:
• All SMA communication products with Bluetooth
•All inverters with SMA Bluetooth Piggy-Back upgrade
•All inverters with SMA Bluetooth Piggy-Back Plus upgrade
In France, the SMA Bluetooth Repeater is only to be operated inside buildings due to the legal
regulations.
Only skilled workers may install and uninstall the SMA Bluetooth Repeater.
Only use the SMA Bluetooth Repeater in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed
documentation. Any other use can result in personal injury or property damage.
The enclosed documentation is a part of this product.
• Read and follow the documentation for the correct and optimum use of the
SMA Bluetooth Repeater.
• Keep the documentation in a convenient place at all times.
2.2 Target Group Qualification
A trained skilled worker has received training and demonstrated skills and knowledge regarding the
fu nct ion s and ope rat ion of th e de vic e. A skilled wor ker is tr ained to deal with the dangers and hazards
involved in installing electrical systems.
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2.3 Safety Instructions
Electric Shock
Risk of lethal electric shock when touching conductive parts of the inverter.
• Prior to performing any work on the inverter, disconnect the inverter on the AC and DC sides
(see inverter installation manual).
• Only skilled workers may work on the inverter.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
By touching electronic component parts you can cause damage to or destroy the inverter through
electrostatic discharge (ESD).
• Ground yourself before touching a component part by touching the protective conductor (PE)
or a non-coated part of the inverter enclosure.
• Avoid coming into contact with component parts and plug contacts.
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3SMA Bluetooth Repeater
3.1 Range of Usage
The SMA Bluetooth Repeater is used to close dead zones under unfavorable installation conditions
between SMA Solar Technology AG devices with Bluetooth Wireless Technology or to improve poor
wireless connections.
Figure1: Example for the use of the SMA Bluetooth Repeater
PositionDescription
ACommunication device (here: Sunny Beam with Bluetooth)
BSMA Bluetooth Repeater
CSMA Solar Technology AG inverter with Bluetooth
3.2 Function Overview
• Connection to SMA devices with Bluetooth Wireless Technology via Bluetooth Class 1.
• Maximum range of up to 100 m in free-field conditions with direct visual contact. In closed
rooms the range is dependent on several factors.
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3.3 Device Overview
Figure2: Overview of the device elements
PositionDescription
APlug-in power supply connection (AC)
BDC source connection (e.g. Power Modul, see section 12"Accessories",page28)
C"RDY" LED for power supply (green)
D"MODE" rotary switch
E"NetID" rotary switch
FBluetooth LED (blue)
GConnection quality LEDs (yellow)
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