PV Monitoring CabinetUser

PVM1000

ManualPVM1000–UEN-Ver11-
202101

PVM1000–UEN-Ver11-202101

PVM1000

PV Monitoring Cabinet
User Manual
 Contents
1 About this manual ........................................................................................ 1
1.1 Applicability.................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Target readers.............................................................................................. 1
1.3 How to use this manual ................................................................................ 1
1.4 Symbol explanation ...................................................................................... 1
2 Safety instructions ...................................................................................... 3
3 Product description ..................................................................................... 5
3.1 System introduction ..................................................................................... 5
3.2 Appearance and structure............................................................................ 6
3.3 Overall dimensions ....................................................................................... 6
4 Mechanical installation .............................................................................. 7
4.1 Scope of supply ........................................................................................... 7
4.2 Storage ........................................................................................................ 7
4.3 Requirements for installation environment .................................................... 8
4.4 Installation method ....................................................................................... 8
5 Electrical connections .............................................................................. 10
5.1 Internal layout............................................................................................. 10
5.2 Preparation before wiring ........................................................................... 11
5.3 Electrical wiring .......................................................................................... 11
5.3.1 Grounding connection ...................................................................... 11
5.3.2 Ethernet port connection .................................................................. 14
5.3.3 Connection to external power supply ................................................ 15
5.3.4 UPS wiring (optional) ........................................................................ 17
6 Routine maintenance ............................................................................... 19
7 Appendix ...................................................................................................... 20
7.1 Basic parameters ....................................................................................... 20
7.2 Quality guarantee ....................................................................................... 20
7.3 Contact Information ................................................................................... 21

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1 About this manual

1.1 Applicability

This manual is applicable to the PV monitoring cabinet of the following model:

• PVM1000

1.2 Target readers

This manual is applicable to operators who carry out mechanical installation, electrical
connection and other operations on PVM1000. The operators who carry out electrical
operation on PVM1000 must have certain electrical knowledge and be familiar with
electrical schematic diagram and characteristics of electronic components.

1.3 How to use this manual

Please read this manual carefully before using this product. Please place this manual
and other accompanying documents of the product components together, and ensure
that relevant persons can easily get access to them.
The manual will be continuously updated and revised, but it is inevitable that there may
be minor discrepancies with the real products or errors. The specifications should be
subject to those of the purchased product.

1.4 Symbol explanation

In order to ensure the user's personal and property safety when using this product, or
help the user use this product efficiently and optimally, relevant information is provided
in the manual and highlighted with appropriate symbols.
The symbols listed below may be used in this manual. Please read carefully to make
better use of this manual.

"Danger" indicates that there is a serious potential danger, which can lead to
death or serious injury if not avoided.

"Warning" indicates that there is a moderate potential danger, which may lead
to death or serious injury if not avoided.

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"Caution" indicates that there is a mild potential danger, which may lead to mod-
erate or mild personal injury if not avoided.

"Attention" means that there is a potential risk, which may cause the equipment
to fail to operate normally or cause property damage if not avoided.

"Notes" are the additional information in the manual, which emphasize and
supplement the contents, and may also provide skills or tips for optimizing the
use of the product, and help the user solve a problem or save time.

Please pay attention to the danger and warning signs on the product, including the
following:

Symbol Description
This symbol indicates that there is high voltage inside the
machine, and touching it may cause electric shock.
This symbol indicates that this is a protective grounding
terminal, which needs to be grounded firmly to ensure
the safety of operators.

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2 Safety instructions
The PVM1000 is designed and tested in accordance with international safety require-
ments. However, it is a power electronic product, relevant safety instructions should be
strictly followed in the process of installation, operation and maintenance.
Incorrect use or misoperation may harm:

• Life and personal safety of the operator or third parties

• PVM 1000, other property of the operator or third parties

Please read the descriptions of the "danger", "warning", "caution", "attention" and
"notes" carefully, which will provide certain protection for the personal safety of users
and help prolong the service life of PVM1000.
Before installation

When receiving the product, please first check whether PVM1000 was dam-
aged during transportation. If you find any problems, please contact Sungrow
Power Supply Co., Ltd. or the carrier immediately.
Relevant operators must be familiar with all safety instructions and rules on in-
stallation, operation and maintenance in the manual before using PVM1000.
Correct handling, in-place installation, operation and maintenance are reliable
guarantees for safe and reasonable use of PVM1000.

During installation

PVM1000 can only be used for the purposes specified in the manual. Unauthor-
ized modification or use of spare parts not sold or recommended by Sungrow
may lead to fire, electric shock and other damage or injuries.

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Maintenance and replacement

Maintenance of PVM1000 can only be carried out by Sungrow's service depart-

ment or qualified professionals.
Users are prohibited from repairing and maintaining the equipment, or replacing
modules by themselves. If users request for repair, maintenance or module re-
placement, analysis and confirmation by Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. are
required.

If relevant parts need to be replaced during maintenance, please use the com-
ponents and parts recommended and approved by Sungrow, otherwise the user
should bear the losses caused thereby!

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3.1 System introduction

Function introduction
With integration of core monitoring software and hardware, and functions of communi-
cation, PVM1000 is suitable for distributed power stations, ground PV power stations,
energy storage power stations, etc.
Communication schematic diagram
PVM1000 integrates KVM control platform, server, firewall, switch, etc.

Performance characteristics

• Smart and flexible

– Integrated with the monitoring software "Insight", compatible with commonly

used inverters, PV combiner boxes, measurement and control devices for box-
type substations, energy storage converters, etc.

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– Integrated with fiber optic switch to enable flexible and convenient networking

• Simple and efficient

– Single PV monitoring cabinet can be applied to hundreds of MW level power

station.

– Seamless access to Sungrow iSolarCloud to realize centralized management of

power stations

• Safe and reliable

– Equipped with hardware firewall

3.2 Appearance and structure

3.3 Overall dimensions

Unit: mm.

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4 Mechanical installation

4.1 Scope of supply

Check the delivery completeness against the packing list in the cabinet:

• PVM1000 (1)

• Certificate of conformity (1)

• Warranty card (1)

• User Manual (1)

• Delivery inspection report (1)

• Other parts specified in the order

Damage may occur during transportation, so be sure to check carefully before

installation. If there is any damage, please contact the carrier or directly con-
tact Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd.

4.2 Storage

If the PVM1000 is not installed immediately after the delivery acceptance is completed,
the equipment needs to be stored. Pay attention to the following matters when storing:

• Restore the package to the state it was in when it was delivered.

• Retain the desiccant in the package.

• Pay attention to ventilation and moisture prevention when storing equipment. Accu-
mulated water is strictly prohibited in the storage environment.

• Pay attention to the surrounding harsh environment, such as sudden cold, sudden
heating, collision, etc., so as to avoid damage to the equipment.

• Conduct regular inspection, check whether the package is intact and avoid insect
and rat bites. If the packaging is damaged, replace it immediately.

• If the storage time exceeds half a year, open the package for inspection, repackage
the equipment and replace desiccant.

• Temperature range of storage environment: 10℃ ~ +35℃, Ambient humidity: 0 ~

95%.

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4.3 Requirements for installation environment

The protection level of PVM1000 is IP20, and the installation site shall meet the following
requirements:

• The installation position of PVM1000 shall be determined after full consideration of

its overall dimensions and weight.

• Ambient temperature: 10 ℃ ~ 35 ℃, Ambient humidity: 0% ~ 95% without

condensation.

• It should be installed in a dry, well-ventilated and dustproof place.

• In order to facilitate heat dissipation and daily maintenance, sufficient space should
be reserved around PVM1000.

Unit in figure: mm.

The above dimensions are all recommended values.

If the reserved space is small due to site constraints, the maintenance area
must be taken into account.

4.4 Installation method

There are four FootMaster casters at the bottom of the cabinet, and the structure of
each FootMaster caster is as follows.

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No. Name
A Adjusting screw
B Supporting foot
C Steering caster

Moving PVM1000

When the PVM1000 needs to be moved, you can push the cabinet to move after rotat-
ing the adjusting screws clockwise and folding up the supporting feet.
Positioning PVM1000

After moving PVM1000 to the target position, rotate the adjusting screws counterclock-
wise, and unfold the supporting feet to support PVM1000 cabinet.

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5.1 Internal layout

The equipment in PVM1000 cabinet are shown in the following figure.

The figure above is indicative only.

No. Port type

A Switch 2
B Switch 1
C Firewall
D KVM control platform
E Server 2
F Server 1
G Q1 miniature circuit breaker
H Power supply terminal block and grounding terminal block

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No. Port type

I Power distribution unit (PDU)
J Grounding copper bar
K UPS (optional)

5.2 Preparation before wiring

Draw the connecting cables between PVM1000 and external equipment through the
protective rings at the bottom of the cabinet.
The inlet holes at the bottom of the cabinet are shown in the following figure.

Cut the protective rings according to the actual specifications of the cables selected.

5.3 Electrical wiring

5.3.1 Grounding connection

There are three grounding methods for the PVM1000 cabinet: Grounding terminal block,
grounding point and grounding copper bar.

5.3.1.1 Connection by Grounding Terminal Block

Brief Introduction

The grounding terminal block of the PVM1000 cabinet is at the position of the XZ3 termi-
nal block.
Wiring Requirements

0.75 mm2 grounding cables are recommended.

Wiring Steps

step 1 Draw the grounding cable through the inlet hole at the bottom of the cabinet.

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step 2 Strip off the protective layer and insulating layer of the grounding cable to expose the
copper core part, and select the appropriate cold-pressed terminal for crimping.

step 3 Connect the cold-pressed terminal to the grounding terminal block.

step 4 Tighten with a screwdriver with a torque of 0.6 ~ 0.8 N.m.

- - End

5.3.1.2 Connection by Internal Grounding Point

Brief Introduction

Four grounding points are reserved inside the PVM1000 cabinet, and the positions are
shown in the following figure.

Before the combiner box leaves the factory, M6 grounding screws and flange nuts are
pre-installed on the grounding points.
Wiring Requirements

Unscrew the flange nuts on the grounding points and keep them properly for wiring.
6mm2 grounding cables are recommended.
Wiring Steps

step 1 Draw the external grounding cable through the inlet hole at the bottom of the PVM1000
cabinet.

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step 2 Strip off the protective layer and insulating layer of the grounding cable to expose the
copper core part, and select the appropriate DT/OT terminal for crimping.

step 3 Place the screws, DT/OT terminals and flange nuts on the grounding points in sequence.

step 4 Tighten the nut using a socket wrench. The tightening torque is 7 ~ 8N.m.

- - End

5.3.1.3 Connection by internal grounding copper bar

Brief introduction

Grounding copper bars are reserved inside the PVM1000 cabinet, and their positions
are shown in the following figure.

Wiring requirements

Unscrew the screws and nuts on the grounding holes and keep them properly for wiring.
6mm2 grounding cables are recommended.
Wiring steps

step 1 Draw the external grounding cable through the inlet hole at the bottom of the PVM1000
cabinet.

step 2 Strip off the protective layer and insulating layer of the grounding cable to expose the
copper core part, and select the appropriate DT/OT terminal for crimping.

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step 3 Connect the grounding terminal into the grounding hole.

• When connecting to a M8 grounding hole, the recommended fixing method is as

shown in the following figure on the left, and the tightening torque is 18 ~ 23N.m.

• When connecting to a M5 grounding hole, the recommended fixing method is as

shown in the following figure on the right, and the tightening torque is 4 ~ 4.8N.m.

No. Name
A Screw assembly
B Grounding terminal
C Grounding hole
D Nut

- - End

5.3.2 Ethernet port connection

Brief introduction

Ethernet ports are reserved on both firewall and switch.

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Wiring steps

step 1 Connect the Ethernet port of switch 1 to external switch with CAT-5e cable.

step 2 Connect the Ethernet port of switch 2 to external switch with CAT-5e cable.

step 3 Connect the Ethernet ports of firewall to external network devices with CAT-5e cable.

step 4 Connect the Ethernet port of the switch 1 to the port of the switch 2 with CAT-5e cable if
ring network is needed.

- - End

5.3.3 Connection to external power supply

Brief introduction

The PVM1000 cabinet is designed with an external power supply terminal block, which
supports connection to power supply of 100 ~ 240Vac.

5.3.3.1 Connect to a Mains Power Supply

Overview

PVM1000 is connected to a mains power supply by default, that is, the mains power is
connected to the XZ2 terminal block.

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Ports Defination Recommended specifications

Connect to L phase of external
XZ2–1 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to L phase of external
XZ2–2 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to N phase of external
XZ2–3 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to N phase of external
XZ2–4 2.5~4mm2
power supply

Wiring Steps

step 1 Draw the external power supply cable through the inlet hole at the bottom of the cabinet.

step 2 Strip off the protective layer and insulating layer of the cable to expose the copper core
part, and select the appropriate cold-pressed terminal for crimping.

step 3 Connect the cold-pressed terminal to the power supply terminal block.

step 4 Tighten with a screwdriver with a torque of 0.6 ~ 0.8 N.m.

- - End

5.3.3.2 Connect to Two Mains Power Supply

Prerequisites

• When connected to two mains, the wiring between XZ2–6 and Q1–1, and between
XZ2–8 and Q1–3 should be disconnected.

• Connect one end of the cable to XZ1–17 and the other end to Q1–1; connect one
end of the other cable to XZ1–19 and the other end to Q1–3.
Wiring Steps

step 1 Draw the external power supply cable through the inlet hole at the bottom of the cabinet.

step 2 Strip off the protective layer and insulating layer of the cable to expose the copper core
part, and select the appropriate cold-pressed terminal for crimping.

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step 3 The first line of city power is connected to the corresponding terminal of the XZ1
terminal block; the second line of city power is connected to the corresponding terminal
of the XZ2 terminal block.
Ports Defination Recommended specifications
Connect to L phase of external
XZ1–1 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to L phase of external
XZ1–2 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to N phase of external
XZ1–3 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to N phase of external
XZ1–4 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to L phase of external
XZ2–1 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to L phase of external
XZ2–2 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to N phase of external
XZ2–3 2.5~4mm2
power supply
Connect to N phase of external
XZ2–4 2.5~4mm2
power supply

step 4 Tighten with a screwdriver with a torque of 0.6 ~ 0.8 N.m.

- - End

5.3.4 UPS wiring (optional)

Prerequisites

• When select the UPS, the voltage range of the UPS should be taken into account.

• When connect to the UPS, wiring between XZ2-5 and Q1-5, XZ2-6 and Q1-1, XZ2-7
and Q1-7, and XZ2-8 and Q1-3 should be removed.
Wiring requirements

2.5~4mm2 power cables are recommended.

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Wiring Steps

step 1 Strip off the protective layer and insulating layer of the input and output cables to
expose the copper core parts.

step 2 Connect the UPS input cable L phase to XZ2–5, and the input cable N phase to XZ2–7.

Connect the L phase of the UPS output cable to Q1–1, Q1–5, and the N phase of the
output cable to Q1–3, Q1–7.

- - End

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6 Routine maintenance
When PVM1000 operates normally, sufficient heat dissipation space and cooling air are
required. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that all heat dissipation channels of the
cabinet are unblocked and free from blockage.
Maintenance items and intervals

It is recommended to check every six months,

• Check the heat dissipation channel at the top of PVM1000 cabinet;

• Check the heat dissipation channel at the bottom of PVM1000 cabinet;

• Check the heat dissipation channel on the front of PVM1000 cabinet;

• Check the heat dissipation channel on the back of PVM1000 cabinet.

If there is any blockage, please clean it up in time.

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7.1 Basic parameters

Monitoring system
Server IPC/server are optional
Workstation Computer, monitor
Monitoring software Insight
Switch
Number of optical ports 4/8/16/24 optical ports are optional
Number of electrical
8/16/20 electrical ports are optional
ports
Firewall Standard
Power supply
Rated values: 220Vac, 32A, 50Hz
Power supply
Voltage range: 100~240Vac
UPS Optional
Environmental parameters
Ambient temperature 10 ℃ ~ 35 ℃ (server)
Ambient humidity 0 ~ 95% (25 ℃)
Communication
Communication medium Optical fiber/Ethernet
Network form Trunk/Optical fiber ring network
Communication
IEC104 master/slave, MQTT
protocols
General parameters
Dimensions (width ×
600mm × 1000mm × 2260mm
depth × height)

7.2 Quality guarantee

The warranty period of this product shall be subject to the contract. For products that fail
during the warranty period, Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as
"the Company") will repair or replace with new products free of charge.

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Proof

During the warranty period, the Company requires customer to show the invoice and
date of the purchasing the product. The trademark on the product should be clearly visi-
ble, otherwise the Company has the right not to provide warranty service.
Conditions

• The unqualified products replaced shall be disposed of by the Company.

• The customer shall give the Company reasonable time to repair the faulty
equipment.
Liability waiver

The Company has the right not to provide warranty service in case of the following
circumstances:

• The free warranty period of the complete machine and parts has expired.

• Damage is caused during transport

• The fault is caused by incorrect installation, modification or use

• The fault is caused by operation in a very harsh environment that does not meet the
requirements of this manual.

• Failure or damage to the equipment is caused by installation, repair, alteration or dis-

assembly by persons other than those from the Company's service centers

• Failure or damage is caused due to the use of non-standard components or soft-

ware, or components or software not provided by Sungrow

• The installation and use beyond the scope specified in relevant international
standards

• Damage is caused by abnormal natural environment

If the equipment fails under the above circumstances, and the customer requires main-
tenance services, the Company can provide paid maintenance services after the faulty
equipment is examined and judged by our service center.

7.3 Contact Information

Should you have any question about this product, please contact us.
We need the following information to provide you the best assistance:

• Type of the device

• Serial number of the device

• Fault code/name

• Brief description of the problem

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China (HQ) Australia

Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd Sungrow Australia Group Pty. Ltd.
Hefei Sydney
+86 551 65327834 +61 2 9922 1522
service@sungrowpower.com service@sungrowpower.com.au
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