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1 Information on this Document
1.1 Validity
This document is valid for device type "PWCBRD-10" (SMA Power Control Module) from hardware
version A1.
1.2 Target Group
The tasks described in this document must be performed by qualified persons only. Qualified persons
must have the following skills:
• Training in how to deal with the dangers and risks involved in installing and operating electrical
devices and plants
• Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical devices and plants
• Knowledge of all applicable standards and directives
• Knowledge of and adherence to this document and all safety precautions
1.3 Additional Information
Links to additional information can be found at www.SMA-Solar.com:
Document titleDocument type
Measured Values and ParametersTechnical Description
1.4 Symbols
SymbolExplanation
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in death or
serious injury
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, can result in property damage
Information that is important for a specific topic or goal, but is not
safety-relevant
☐Indicates a requirement for meeting a specific goal
☑Desired result
✖A problem that might occur
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1.5 Typography
TypographyExplanationExample
bold• Display texts
• Elements of a user interface
•Terminals
• Elements to be selected
• Elements to be entered
>• Connects several elements to
be selected
[Button/Key]• B utt on o r ke y to be s ele cted or
pressed
• The value can be read from the
Energy field.
• Select Settings.
•Enter the value 10 in the Minutes field.
• Select Settings > Date.
• Select [Next].
1.6 Nomenclature
Complete designationDesignation in this document
®
SMA BLUETOOTH
SMA Power Control ModuleModule
Sunny Tripower, Windy TripowerInverter
Wireless TechnologyBLUETOOTH
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2 Safety
2.1 Appropriate Usage
The SMA Power Control Module is a multifunction interface which enab les grid man ageme nt serv ices
to be implemented for one inverter.
The module is available as a retrofit kit or is pre-installed in the inverter.
The inverter still complies with the standard after the product has been installed.
The module may be used in parallel with the multifunction relay in the inverter. If you want to use the
module at the same time as the multifunction relay in the inverter, you must ensure that no more than
30 V DC or 25 V AC are connected to the multifunction relay.
The relays of the ripple control receiver may only be supplied by the 12 V output of the module.
Do not supply the relays of the ripple control receiver with any other voltage sources.
Use this module only in accordance with the enclosed documentation and with the locally applicable
standards and directives. Any other use can result in personal injury or property damage.
For safety reasons, it is not permitted to modify the product or install components that are not explicitly
recommended or distributed by SMA Solar Technology AG for this product.
The type label must be permanently attached to the product.
The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product.
• Read and observe the documentation.
• Keep the documentation in a convenient place for future reference.
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2.2 Safety Precautions
This section contains safety precautions that must be observed at all times when working on or with
the product. To prevent personal injury or property damage and to ensure long-term operation of the
product, read this section carefully and follow the safety precautions at all times.
Danger to life due to electric shock when opening the inverter
High voltages are present in the live components of the inverter. Touching live components results
in death or serious injury.
• Prior to performing any work on the inverter, always disconnect the inverter from all voltage
sources on the AC and DC sides (see inverter installation manual). Observe the waiting time
to allow the capacitors to discharge.
Risk of burns due to hot enclosure parts
Some parts of the inverter enclosure can get hot during operation. Touching these enclosure parts
can result in burn injuries.
• Do not touch any parts other than the lower enclosure lid of the inverter during operation.
Damage to the inverter due to electrostatic discharge
The internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge.
• Earth yourself before touching any inverter component.
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2.3 Supported Products
SMA Inverters
The module must only be installed in the following inverters with at least the given firmware version:
Sunny Tripowerfrom firmware version
• STP 5000TL-202.51.05.R
• STP 6000TL-20
• STP 7000TL-20
• STP 8000TL-20
• STP 9000TL-20
• STP 10000TL-20
• STP 12000TL-20
Windy Tripowerfrom firmware version
• WTP 5000TL-202.51.05.R
• WTP 6000TL-20
• WTP 7000TL-20
• WTP 8000TL-20
• WTP 9000TL-20
all
Additional SMA Products
The module can be configured with the following communication products:
• Sunny Explorer from software version 1.06
• Sunny WebBox with BLUETOOTH from firmware version 1.03
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3 Scope of Delivery
Check the scope of delivery for completeness and any externally visible damage. Contact your
specialist dealer if the delivery is incomplete or damaged.
If the module has already been installed in the inverter at the factory, only those parts necessary for
electrical connection are included in the scope of delivery.
Figure1: Components included in the scope of delivery
PositionNumberDesignation
A1SMA Power Control Module*
B1Five-pole plug
C1Twp-pole plug**
D1M4x10 screw*
E2Plastic spacer*
F1Metal spacer*
G1Cable support sleeve with two holes for M25 cable gland**
H1Installation manual
* Only included in the scope of delivery of the retrofit kit
** Store the components for the connection to the S0 interface until the S0 interface is allocated.
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4 Product Description
4.1 SMA Power Control Module
The SMA Power Control Module is a multifunction interface which enab les grid man ageme nt serv ices
to be implemented for one inverter.
For the implementation of grid management services, the module receives the specifications of the
network operator via a ripple control receiver.
The module can convert the active power limitation in staged intervals of 0%, 30%, 60% and 100%
of the agreed connected load.
Figure2: Design of the SMA Power Control Module
PositionDesignation
AHoles for attachment with plastic spacers
BSocket for connecting to the S0 interface*
CSocket for connecting the ripple control receiver
DHole for attachment with the metal spacer
EType label
* The S0 interface is not allocated.
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4.2 Type Label
The type label clearly identifies the product. The type label is located on the front of the product.
Figure3: Layout of the type label (example)
PositionDesignationExplanation
AFANumber of the production order
B‒Hardware version
C‒Device type
DSERSerial number
Yo u wi ll r equ ire the inf ormatio n on the typ e la bel to u se t he p roduct safely and when seeking customer
support from the SMA Service Line.
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5 Electrical Connection
5.1 Mounting Position and Cable Route
Figure4: Mounting position and cable route in the inverter with the enclosure lid open
PositionDesignation
AHoles for inserting the plastic spacers
BCable route
CHole for screwing in the metal spacer
DSocket for plugging in the module
EMounting position
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5.2 Installing the Module
Damage to the inverter due to electrostatic discharge
The internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge.
• Earth yourself before touching any inverter component.
Procedure:
1. Ensure that the firmware version of the inverter is supported (see Section2.3, page9).
If necessary, update the firmware of the inverter (see the inverter installation manual).
2.
Danger to life due to electric shock when opening the inverter
High voltages are present in the live components of the inverter. Touching live components
results in death or serious injury.
• Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources on the AC and DC sides (see the inverter
installation manual). Observe the waiting time to allow the capacitors to discharge.
3. Attach all spacers in the inverter:
• Insert the plastic spacers into the holes.
• Screw the metal spacer into the screw
connection (torque: 3.5 Nm).
4. Insert the module into the inverter. Insert the plug at
the bottom of the module into the socket and lead
the spacers through the holes in the module.
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5. Fasten the module using the screw M4x10 and a
Torx screwdriver (T 20) (torque: 1.5 Nm).
5.3 Connecting the Ripple Control Receiver
Additionally required material (not included in scope of delivery):
☐ Ripple control receiver with at least three outputs
☐ One connection cable
Cable requirements:
☐Cable cross-section: 5 mm to 13 mm
☐ Conductor cross-section: 0.5 mm² to 1.5 mm²
☐ Maximum cable length: 100 m
☐ Cables to be laid outdoors must be UV-resistant or routed in a UV-resistant cable channel.
☐ Required number of insulated wires for connecting the ripple control receiver: five insulated
wires
Figure5: Wiring overview for a ripple control receiver with four relays (example)
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Value
communication product
D1: 0| D2: 0| D3: 0| D4: 1100%
OpenClosedOpenOpenD1: 0| D2: 1| D3: 0| D4: 030%
OpenOpenOpenOpenD1: 0| D2: 0| D3: 0| D4: 0 − 1%**
ClosedOpenOpenOpenD1: 1| D2: 0| D3: 0| D4: 00%
Digital input D1Digital input D2Digital input D3Digital input D4Display in the
Functions of Signals D1 to D4 in Operating Mode "Active Power Limitation" (Default Settings)
* Not used for ripple control receivers with three relays
** The value " − 1%" blocks the entry combination.
SMA Solar Technology AG5 Electrical Connection
Damage to the module due to high voltage
• Only connect a ripple control receiver with a relay that is exclusively supplied by the 12 V
output of the module.
Operating the SMA Power Control Module and the multifunction relay in the inverter
in parallel
• If you want to operate the SMA Power Control Module and the multifunction relay in
parallel, make sure that no more than 30 V DC or 25 V AC are connected to the
multifunction relay.
Procedure:
1.
Danger to life due to electric shock from faulty connection of the ripple control
receiver
In the event of faulty connection of the connection cable to the ripple control receiver, mains
voltage may be present in the module.
• Do not connect insulated wires of the connection cable to the phase conductors of the
ripple control receiver.
• When connecting, ensure that no bridge is being used in the ripple control receiver.
2. Dismantle the connection cable by 4 cm.
3. Trim unused insulated wires flush with the cable sheath.
4. Strip the wire insulation by 6 mm.
5. Connect the connection cable to the ripple control receiver (see ripple control receiver manual)
and write down the wire colours.
SignalInsulated wire colour
D1
D2
D3
D4
+12 V
6. If you want to insert two cables through the cable gland M25 of the inverter, remove the cable
support sleeve of the cable gland. If necessary, loosen the swivel nut of the cable gland.
7. Lead the connection cable through the cable support sleeve with t wo h ole s an d th e ca ble gla nd.
Push the cable support sleeve with two holes into the cable gland.
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8. Remove the protective cover of the multifunction
relay and insert the cable through the opening of
the protective cover.
9.
Danger to life due to live cables
If an insulated wire, e.g. L1, L2 or L3 comes loose from the AC terminal, and touches the
connection cable of the ripple control receiver for example, the connection cable is live.
• Attach the protective cover of the
multifunction relay. This isolates the AC
connection area in the inverter from other
terminals.
10. Plug the five-pole plug into the DIGITAL socket on
the module.
11. Connect the connection cable to the five-pole plug.
Plug the conductor into the conductor entry. Make
sure that the noted wire colours correspond.
12. Tighten the swivel nut hand-tight on the cable gland.
13. Recommission the inverter (see inverter installation manual).
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5.4 Information on Module Configuration
Active power reduction to one of the 16 values set is realised within five seconds in the inverter.
Grid disconnection is possible within two seconds. In order to block an entry combination, the value
" − 1%" mus t be set in t he c ommu nic ati on p rod uct (se e ta ble on p age 16). This allows that unassigned
entry combinations can be blocked.
If the network operator does not allow that the inverter still feeds in a low amount of active power
when limited to 0%, you must set the following parameter for grid disconnection. Setting this
parameter additionally opens the grid relays at a command of 0%. The inverter disconnects from the
electricity grid and grid feed-in is interrupted. Depending on the type of communication and the
communication product used, the parameter name may vary:
Type of
Parameter nameSetting
communication
BLUETOOTHEquipment & device control system >
Configuration of the feed-in management >
Yes
No
Grid disconn. at 0% specif. by feeding management
RS485P-GriSwOpnZerWYes
No
When the parameter is activated (Yes), the inverter disconnects from the electricity grid when the
signal "0%" is issued. When the parameter is deactivated (No), the inverter continues to feed in with
minimum power when the signal "0%" is issued.
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6 Troubleshooting
ProblemCause and corrective measures
The inverter with module is not displayed
in Sunny Explorer.
The inverter with module has not been commissioned.
Corrective measure:
• Commission the inverter with module
(see the inverter installation manual).
The module is not properly installed.
Corrective measure:
• E nsu re that the module i s in stalle d co rrectly and th at
the connections have been made correctly.
The firmware version of the inverter is not supported
(see Section2.3 "Supported Products", page9).
Corrective measure:
• Update the firmware of the inverter
(see the inverter installation manual).
The software version of Sunny Explorer is older than
version 1.06.
Corrective measure:
• Make sure that Sunny Explorer from software
version 1.06 is installed on the computer.
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SMA Solar Technology AG7 Decommissioning
7 Decommissioning
7.1 Removing the Module
Damage to the inverter due to electrostatic discharge
The internal components of the inverter can be irreparably damaged by electrostatic discharge.
• Earth yourself before touching any components.
Procedure:
1.
Danger to life due to electric shock when opening the inverter
High voltages are present in the live components of the inverter. Touching live components
results in death or serious injury.
• Disconnect the inverter from all voltage sources on the AC and DC sides (see the inverter
installation manual). Observe the waiting time to allow the capacitors to discharge.
2. Remo ve the insulated wires of the co nnect ion cable
from the multi-pole plug. Insert a flat-blade
screwdriver (blade width: max. 3 mm) into the
actuation lever and take out the insulated wires.
3. Remove the multi-pole plug of the ripple control
receiver from the module.
4. Slightly loosen the swivel nut of the cable gland and remove the connection cable from the
inverter.
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5. Loosen the screw M4x10 fastening the module to
the inverter using a Torx screwdriver (T 20).
6. Remove the module from the inverter. The spacers
remain in the inverter.
7. Close the inverter and recommission it (see the inverter installation manual).
7.2 Packing the Module for Shipment
• Pack the module for shipment. Use the original packaging or packaging that is suitable for the
weight and size of the module (see Section8 "Technical Data", page23).
7.3 Disposing of the Module
• Dispose of the module in accordance with the disposal regulations for electronic waste
applicable at the installation site.
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SMA Solar Technology AG8 Technical Data
8 Technical Data
Inputs
Ripple control receiver4 digital inputs
S0 interfaceNo function
Voltage Supply
Voltage supplyVia the inverter
General Data
Dimensions (width x height x depth)127 mm x 77 mm x 39 mm
Weight55 g
Mounting locationIn the inverter
Degree of protection according to IEC 60529IP20
Required degree of protection of the inverter
according to IEC 60629
Ambient Conditions for Storage/Transport
Ambient temperature− 40°C to +70°C
Relative humidity, non-condensing10% to 95%
Maximum height above mean sea level3,000 m
IP65
Ambient Conditions during Operation
Ambient temperature− 25°C to +85°C
Relative humidity, non-condensing4% to 100%
Maximum height above mean sea level3,000 m
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9 ContactSMA Solar Technology AG
9 Contact
If you have technical problems concerning our products, please contact the SMA Service Line.
We require the following data in order to provide you with the necessary assistance:
•Inverter:
– Serial number
– Firmware version
– Special country-specific settings (if applicable)
•Module:
– Serial number
– Hardware version
• Communication product (e.g. Sunny Explorer)
–Type
– Serial number or software version
• Detailed description of the problem
AustraliaSMA Australia Pty Ltd.
Sydney
Belgien/
Belgique/
België
BrasilVide España (Espanha)
ČeskoSMA Central & Eastern Europe
ChileVer España
DanmarkSe Deutschland (Tyskland)
DeutschlandSMA Solar Technology AG
SMA Benelux BVBA/SPRL
Mechelen
s.r.o.
Praha
Niestetal
Toll free for
Australia:
International: +61 2 9491 4200
+32 15 286 730
+420 235 010 417
Medium Power Solutions
Wechselrichter:
Kommunikation:
SMA Online Service Center:
www.SMA.de/Service
Hybrid Energy Solutions
Sunny Island:+49 561 9522-399
PV-Diesel
Hybridsysteme:
Power Plant Solutions
Sunny Central:+49 561 9522-299
1800 SMA AUS
(1800 762 287)
+49 561 9522-1499
+49 561 9522-2499
+49 561 9522-3199
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EspañaSMA Ibérica Tecnología Solar,
S.L.U.
Barcelona
FranceSMA France S.A.S.
Lyon
IndiaSMA Solar India Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
ItaliaSMA Italia S.r.l.
Milano
Κύπρος/
Kıbrıs
Luxemburg/
Luxembourg
Βλέπε Ελλάδα/
Bkz. Ελλάδα (Yunanistan)
Siehe Belgien
Voir Belgique
Magyarország lásd Česko (Csehország)
Nederlandzie Belgien (België)
ÖsterreichSiehe Deutschland
PerúVer España
PolskaPatrz Česko (Czechy)
PortugalSMA Solar Technology Portugal,
Unipessoal Lda
Lisboa
RomâniaVezi Česko (Cehia)
SchweizSiehe Deutschland
Slovenskopozri Česko (Česká republika)
South AfricaSMA Solar Technology
South Africa Pty Ltd.
Centurion (Pretoria)
United
Kingdom
SMA Solar UK Ltd.
Milton Keynes
ΕλλάδαSMA Hellas AE
Αθήνα
БългарияВижте Ελλάδα (Гърция)
Llamada gratuita en
900 14 22 22
España:
Internacional:+34 902 14 24 24
Medium Power Solutions
Onduleurs :
Communication :
+33 472 09 04 40
+33 472 09 04 41
Hybrid Energy Solutions
Sunny Island :+33 472 09 04 42
Power Plant Solutions
Sunny Central :+33 472 09 04 43
+91 22 61713888
+39 02 8934-7299
Isento de taxas em
800 20 89 87
Portugal:
Internacional:+351 2 12 37 78 60
08600 SUNNY
(08600 78669)
International:+27 (12) 643 1785
+44 1908 304899
801 222 9 222
International:+30 212 222 9 222
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9 ContactSMA Solar Technology AG
SMA Solar (Thailand) Co., Ltd.+66 2 670 6999
대한민국SMA Technology Korea Co., Ltd.서울+82 2 508-8599
中国SMA Beijing Commercial
Company Ltd.
北京
+971 2 234-6177SMA Middle East LLC
Other
countries
International SMA Service Line
Niestetal
+86 10 5670 1350
Toll free worldwide: 00800 SMA SERVICE
(+800 762 7378423)
!
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