SMA Webconnect Data Module Installation Manual

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SMA WEBCONNECT DATA MODULE

Installation Manual

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Table of Contents

1 Information on this Document. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2.1 Intended Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2.2 Qualification of Skilled Persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

2.3 Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3 Scope of Delivery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.1 Order Option: Webconnect Data Module Pre-installed in

the Inverter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.2 Order Option: Webconnect Data Module as Retrofit Kit. . . . . 11

4 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4.1 Webconnect Data Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4.2 Type Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

4.3 Cable Gland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

5 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5.1 Device Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5.2 Cabling of the Local Speedwire Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

5.3 Installing the Webconnect Data Module in the Inverter . . . . . . 15

5.4 Connecting the Webconnect Data Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

6 Commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

6.1 Commissioning the Plant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

6.2 Plant Management with Sunny Explorer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

6.2.1 Functions and Parameter Settings in Sunny Explorer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

6.2.2 Connection to Sunny Explorer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

6.3 Monitoring the Plant in Sunny Portal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

6.3.1 Registering the Plant in Sunny Portal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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7 Decommissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

7.1 Disassembling the Webconnect Data Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

7.2 Packaging the Webconnect Data Module for Shipping. . . . . . 23

7.3 Disposing of the Webconnect Data Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

9 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

10 Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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1 Information on this Document

Validity

This document is valid for device type "SWDM-10" as of firmware version 1.00.00.R.

Target Group

This document is intended for skilled persons. Only skilled workers are allowed to perform the tasks
set forth in this document (see Section 2.2"Qualification of Skilled Persons",page9).

Symbols

Typography

Symbol Explanation

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 which, if not avoided, could result in property damage

Information that is important for a specific topic or goal, but is not safety­relevant

 Indicates an essential requirement for achieving a specific goal

 Desired result

✖ A problem that might occur

Typography Explanation Example

bold •Display messages

• Elements of a user interface

• Connections

• Elements to be selected

• Elements to be entered

• The value can be read from the
Energy field.

•Select Settings.

• Enter the value 10 in the

Minutes field.

> • Connects several elements

that are to be selected

•Select Settings > Date.

[Button/Key] • Button or key to be selected or

pressed

•Select [Next].

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Nomenclature

Abbreviations

Complete designation Designation in this document

Electronic Solar Switch ESS

PV plant Plant

SMA Speedwire Speedwire

SMA Webconnect Data Module Webconnect Data Module

SMA Webconnect function Webconnect function

SMA inverter Inverter

Abbreviation Description Explanation

AC Alternating Current 

DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Protocol for the dynamic assignment of

IP configurations

ESD Electrostatic Discharge 

IP Internet Protocol 

PIC Product Identification Code Identification key for registration in

Sunny Portal

RID Registration Identifier Registration key for registration in

Sunny Portal

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2Safety

2.1 Intended Use

The Webconnect Data Module is a Webconnect communication interface for inverters based on the
SMA Speedwire technology.

Speedwire is a cable-based type of communication based on the Ethernet standard and the
communication protocol SMA Data2+. This enables inverter-optimised 100 Mbit data transmission
between Speedwire devices in PV plants.

The Webconnect function enables data transmission between the Internet portal Sunny Portal and the
inverters. Data transmission takes place via a router with Internet access. A PC with the software
Sunny Explorer* is also connected to the router.

* as of software version 1.04. Sunny Explorer is available free of charge at www.SMA-Solar.com.

The Webconnect Data Module performs the

following tasks:

• Set-up of a Speedwire network

• Data exchange with the Internet portal Sunny Portal and Sunny Explorer via a router

A plant in Sunny Portal can consist of a maximum of four inverters with installed Webconnect Data
Module. The Speedwire network can be set up optionally with the following topologies:

•Linear topology

• Star topology

Figure1: PV plant with a Speedwire network in linear topology (example)

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Figure2: PV plant with a Speedwire network in star topology (example)

The Webconnect Data Module is provided as a retrofit kit or is pre-installed in the inverter.
The Webconnect Data Module must only be installed in the following inverters as of firmware version

2.51:

• Sunny Boy 2500TLST-21 / 3000TLST-21 / 3000TL-21 / 3600TL-21 / 4000TL-21 /
5000TL-21

• Sunny Tripower 8000TL-10 / 10000TL-10 / 12000TL-10 / 15000TL-10 / 17000TL-10 /
15000TLEE-10 / 15000TLHE-10 / 20000TLEE-10 / 20000TLHE-10

For information on the firmware update, refer to the Technical Description "Firmware Update with SD
Card" at www.SMA-Solar.com. 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 enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product.

• Read and observe the documentation.

• Keep the documentation in a convenient place for future reference.

Only use the additional Webconnect Data Module in accordance with the specifications provided in
the enclosed documentation. Any other use may result in personal injury or property damage.

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2.2 Qualification of Skilled Persons

The tasks described in this document are intended for skilled persons only. Skilled persons must have
the following qualifications:

• Training in the installation and commissioning of electrical devices and plants

• Knowledge of how to deal with the dangers and risks associated with installing and using
electrical devices and plants

• Knowledge of all applicable standards and guidelines

• Knowledge of how an inverter works and is operated

• Familiarity with this document and adherence to all safety precautions

2.3 Safety Precautions

Electric Shock

Lethal voltages are present in the conductive parts of the inverter.

• Prior to performing work on the inverter, disconnect the inverter from any voltage sources on the
AC and DC sides (see inverter installation manual).

Burn Hazards

Some parts of the inverter enclosure can get hot during operation.

• During operation, only touch the inverter on the enclosure lid.

Environmental Influences

When closed and with the ESS attached, the inverter has the degree of protection IP65. The inverter
is thus protected against dust intrusion and water penetration. Dust intrusion and water penetration
can damage the inverter.

• If the ESS is not attached, the inverter must be protected against dust and water.

• Firmly attach the ESS again after performing any work on the inverter.

Electrostatic Discharge

By touching electronic components, you can damage or even destroy the inverter through electrostatic
discharge (ESD).

• Earth yourself before touching any inverter components.