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About This Document

Purpose

This document describes the SUN2000-33KTL-US/36KTL-US/40KTL-US (SUN2000 for

short) in terms of its installation, electrical connections, commissioning, maintenance, and

troubleshooting. Understand the safety information and get familiar with the SUN2000

functions and features before installing and operating the SUN2000.

Intended Audience

This document is intended for photovoltaic (PV) power plant personnel and qualified

electrical technicians.

Symbol Conventions

The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.

Symbol

Description

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in serious injury or death.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in serious injury or death.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in equipment damage, data loss,

performance deterioration, or unanticipated results.

NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal

injury.

Calls attention to important information, best practices and

tips.

NOTE is used to address information not related to personal

injury, equipment damage, and environment deterioration.

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Change History

Changes between document issues are cumulative. The latest document issue contains all

updates made in previous issues.

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This issue is the first official release.

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Contents

About This Document .................................................................................................................... ii

1 Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................................... 1

2 Overview ......................................................................................................................................... 4

2.1 Product Overview ......................................................................................................................................................... 4

2.2 Appearance ................................................................................................................................................................... 6

2.3 Label Description ........................................................................................................................................................ 10

2.4 Working Principle ....................................................................................................................................................... 14

3 SUN2000 Storage ......................................................................................................................... 16

4 System Installation ..................................................................................................................... 17

4.1 Checking Before Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 17

4.2 Tools ........................................................................................................................................................................... 18

4.3 Determining the Installation Position ......................................................................................................................... 22

4.4 Moving the Inverter .................................................................................................................................................... 27

4.5 Installing the Mounting Plate ...................................................................................................................................... 27

4.5.1 Wall-mounted Installation ........................................................................................................................................ 28

4.5.2 Common Support-mounted Installation ................................................................................................................... 31

4.5.3 Tilted Support-mounted Installation ........................................................................................................................ 33

4.6 Installing the SUN2000 .............................................................................................................................................. 34

5 Connecting Cables ...................................................................................................................... 38

5.1 Preparing OT Terminals .............................................................................................................................................. 38

5.2 Connecting the Ground Cable ..................................................................................................................................... 39

5.2.1 Grounding the SUN2000 over a PE Point ............................................................................................................... 40

5.2.2 PV Side Grounding .................................................................................................................................................. 41

5.3 Opening the Maintenance Compartment Door ........................................................................................................... 42

5.4 Connecting AC Output Power Cables ......................................................................................................................... 44

5.4.1 Connection Through a Pipe ..................................................................................................................................... 45

5.4.2 Common Connection ............................................................................................................................................... 51

5.5 (Optional) Installing the DC Protection Shroud ......................................................................................................... 57

5.6 Connecting DC Input Power Cables ........................................................................................................................... 59

5.7 Connecting Communications Cables .......................................................................................................................... 66

5.7.1 Communication Mode Description .......................................................................................................................... 66

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5.7.2 Selecting a Mode for Connecting RS485 Communications Cables ......................................................................... 67

5.7.3 Connecting RS485 Communications Cables Through a Pipe .................................................................................. 70

5.7.4 Connecting the RS485 Communications Cable in a Common Way ........................................................................ 75

5.8 Closing the Maintenance Compartment Door ............................................................................................................ 79

6 System Commissioning ............................................................................................................. 82

6.1 Checking Before Power-On ........................................................................................................................................ 82

6.2 Powering On the SUN2000 ........................................................................................................................................ 82

6.3 Powering Off the SUN2000 ........................................................................................................................................ 88

7 Man-Machine Interactions ........................................................................................................ 90

7.1 Operations with a USB Flash Drive............................................................................................................................ 90

7.1.1 Exporting Configurations ........................................................................................................................................ 90

7.1.2 Importing Configurations ........................................................................................................................................ 92

7.1.3 Exporting Data ......................................................................................................................................................... 93

7.1.4 Upgrading ................................................................................................................................................................ 94

7.2 Operations with a SmartLogger .................................................................................................................................. 96

7.3 Operations with the NMS ........................................................................................................................................... 96

7.4 Operations with the SUN2000 APP ............................................................................................................................ 96

8 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................. 97

8.1 Routine Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................. 97

8.2 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................................... 98

9 Handling the SUN2000 ............................................................................................................ 105

9.1 Removing the SUN2000 ........................................................................................................................................... 105

9.2 Packing the SUN2000 ............................................................................................................................................... 105

9.3 Disposing of the SUN2000 ....................................................................................................................................... 105

10 Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................ 106

A Grid Codes................................................................................................................................. 110

B Acronyms and Abbreviations ................................................................................................ 111

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1 Safety Precautions

Before performing operations, read through this manual and follow all the precautions to

prevent accidents. The safety precautions provided in this document do not cover all the

safety precautions. Huawei shall not be liable for any consequence caused by the violation of

the safety operation regulations and design, production, and usage standards.

Declare

Huawei shall not be liable for any consequence caused by any of the following events.

 Transportation

 The storage conditions do not meet the requirements specified in this document.

 Violate the operation instructions and safety precautions in this document for installation,

cable connecting, and maintenance.

 Operation in extreme environments which are not covered in this document

 Unauthorized modifications to the product or software code

 Installation or use in environments which are not specified in related international

standards

Important Safety Instructions

Save These Instructions: This manual contains important instructions for the

SUN2000-33KTL-US/36KTL-US/40KTL-US that shall be followed during installation and

maintenance of the SUN2000.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Personnel Requirements

Only qualified electrical technicians are allowed to install and operate the SUN2000.

 Operation personnel should receive professional training.

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 Operation personnel should read through this document and follow all the precautions.

 Operation personnel should be familiar with the safety specifications about the electrical

system.

 Operation personnel should understand the composition and working principles of the

grid-tied PV power system and local regulations.

Sign Protection

 Do not tamper with any warning signs on the SUN2000 chassis because these signs

contain important information about safe operation.

 Do not tamper with the nameplate on the SUN2000 chassis because it contains important

product information.

 Do not remove the warranty label from the SUN2000 chassis. Otherwise, product

warranty will be forfeited.

Installation

 Ensure that the SUN2000 is not connected to a power supply and is not powered on

before starting installation.

 Ensure that there are no objects within 300 mm (11.81 in.), 200 mm (7.87 in.), 500 mm

(19.69 in.), 600 mm (23.62 in.), and 1000 mm (39.37 in.) of the left, right, top, bottom,

and front of the SUN2000, respectively. This is to allow sufficient space for installation

and heat dissipation. For ease of installation, ensure that the SUN2000 bottom is at most

730 mm (28.74 in.) from the ground. If you have any questions about the distance,

consult the local technical support engineers.

 Ensure that the SUN2000 is installed in a well ventilated environment.

 Ensure that the SUN2000 heat sinks are free from blockage.

 Open the maintenance compartment door of the chassis before connecting cables. Do not

perform any operation on other components inside the chassis except connecting AC

power cables and communications cables.

Cable Connections

Before connecting cables, ensure that the SUN2000 is securely positioned and not damaged in

any way. Otherwise, electric shocks or fire may occur.

 Ensure that all electrical connections comply with local electrical standards.

 Obtain approval from the local power supply department before using the SUN2000 to

generate electricity in grid-tied mode.

 Ensure that the cables used in a grid-tied PV power system are properly connected and

insulated and meet specifications.

Operation

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High voltages may cause electric shocks and serious injuries during SUN2000 operating.

Strictly comply with the safety precautions in this document and associated documents when

operating the SUN2000.

 Do not touch an operating SUN2000 because the heat sinks may have a temperature over

60°C (140°F) and may cause burns when the SUN2000 is operating.

 Follow local laws and regulations when operating the equipment.

Maintenance and Replacement

High voltages may cause electric shocks and serious injuries during SUN2000 operating.

Therefore, before maintenance, power off the SUN2000 and strictly comply with the safety

precautions in this document and associated documents to operate the SUN2000.

 Maintain the SUN2000 with sufficient knowledge of this document and proper tools and

testing equipment.

 Before performing maintenance tasks, power off the SUN2000 and wait at least 5

minutes.

 Place temporary warning signs or erect fences to prevent unauthorized access to the

maintenance site.

 Rectify any faults that may compromise the SUN2000 security performance before

powering on the SUN2000 again.

 Observe ESD precautions during the maintenance.

 For personal safety, wear insulation gloves and protective shoes.

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2.1 Product Overview

Function

The SUN2000 is a three-phase grid-tied PV string inverter that converts the DC power

generated by PV strings into AC power and feeds the power into the power grid.

Model

Figure 2-1 describes the model number of the SUN2000-33KTL-US.

Figure 2-1 Model number description

Table 2-1 describes the rated output power and voltage of all models of SUN2000s.

Table 2-1 SUN2000 models and corresponding rated output power and voltage

Model

Rated Output Power

Rated Output Voltage

SUN2000-33KTL-US

33.3 kW

480 V

SUN2000-36KTL-US

36 kW

480 V

SUN2000-40KTL-US

40 kW

480 V

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Network Application

The SUN2000 applies to grid-tied PV power systems for commercial rooftops and large

power stations. Typically, a grid-tied PV power system consists of PV strings, grid-tied

inverters, AC power distribution units, and isolation transformers.

Figure 2-2 Network application

(A) PV string

(B) SUN2000

(C) ACDU

(D) Isolation transformer

(E) Power grid

Power Grid Types

Power grid types supported by the SUN2000 include TN-S, TN-C, TN-C-S, TT, and IT.

Figure 2-3 Power grid types

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2.2 Appearance

SUN2000 Dimensions

Figure 2-4 shows the SUN2000 dimensions.

Figure 2-4 SUN2000 dimensions (including the mounting plate)

Front View

Figure 2-5 shows the SUN2000 front view.

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Figure 2-5 SUN2000 front view

(1) Maintenance compartment door

(2) LED indicator

(3) Host panel

Table 2-2 describes the LED indicators.

Table 2-2 LED indicator description (from left to right)

Indicator

Status

Meaning

PV connection

indicator

Green on

At least one PV string is

properly connected, and the

DC input voltage of the

corresponding MPPT circuit is

higher than or equal to 200 V.

Green off

The SUN2000 disconnects

from all PV strings, or the DC

input voltage of each MPPT

circuit is less than 200 V.

Grid-tied indicator

Green on

The SUN2000 connects to the

power grid.

Green off

The SUN2000 does not

connect to the power grid.

Communications

indicator

Blinking green at short intervals

(on for 0.5s and then off for

0.5s)

The SUN2000 receives data

over RS485/PLC

communication.

Green off

The SUN2000 has not received

data over RS485/PLC

communication for 10 seconds.

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Indicator

Status

Meaning

Alarm/Maintenance

indicator

Alarm status

Blinking red at

long intervals

(on for 1s and

then off for 4s)

A warning alarm is generated.

Blinking red at

short intervals

(on for 0.5s and

then off for 0.5s)

A minor alarm is generated.

Steady red

A critical alarm is generated.

Local

maintenance

status

Blinking green

at long intervals

(on for 1s and

then off for 1s)

Local maintenance is in

progress.

Blinking green

at short intervals

(on for 0.125s

and then off for

0.125s)

Local maintenance fails.

Steady green

Local maintenance succeeds.

 Local maintenance refers to operations performed after a universal serial bus (USB) flash drive,

Bluetooth module, or USB data cable is inserted into the USB port of the SUN2000. For example,

local maintenance includes data import and export using a USB flash drive and connecting to the

SUN2000 APP over a Bluetooth module or USB data cable.

 If alarming and local maintenance happen concurrently, the alarm/maintenance indicator shows the

local maintenance state first. After the USB flash drive, Bluetooth module, or USB data cable is

removed, the indicator shows the alarm state.

SUN2000 Rear View

Figure 2-6 shows the SUN2000 rear view.

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Figure 2-6 SUN2000 rear view

(1) Heat sink

(2) Mounting plate

SUN2000 bottom view

Figure 2-7 shows the SUN2000 bottom view.

Figure 2-7 SUN2000 bottom view

No.

Component

Description

Silk Screen

1

3/4-inch waterproof

cable connector

Inner diameter: 14–18

mm (0.55–0.71 in.)

COM1, COM2, COM3

2

2-inch waterproof cable

connector

Inner diameter: 37–44

mm (1.46–1.73 in.)

AC OUTPUT

3

USB port

N/A

USB

4

DC switch 1

N/A

DC SWITCH 1

5

DC switch 2

N/A

DC SWITCH 2

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No.

Component

Description

Silk Screen

6

1/2-inch waterproof

cable connector

Inner diameter: 6–12

mm (0.24–0.47 in.)

RESERVE

7

DC input terminal

Controlled by DC

SWITCH 1

+/–

8

DC input terminal

Controlled by DC

SWITCH 2

+/–

9

PV side ground point

N/A

GND

Waterproof cable connector is abbreviated as waterproof connector in the following text.

2.3 Label Description

Warning Signs

Warning signs are available on the SUN2000 side, as described in Table 2-3.

Table 2-3 Warning signs

Symbol

Name

Meaning

Electric shock

 Lethal voltages 1000 V DC. Keep out.

 No user serviceable parts inside. Only trained

service personnel are allowed access.

 Both AC and DC voltage sources are

terminated inside this equipment. Each circuit

must be disconnected before servicing.

 When the photovoltaic array is exposed to light,

it supplies DC voltage to this equipment.

 The DC conductors of this photovoltaic system

are ungrounded and may be energized.

 The DC conductors of this photovoltaic system

are normally ungrounded but will become

intermittently grounded without indication

when the SUN2000 measures the PV array

isolation.

Burn warning

Do not touch a running SUN2000 because it

generates high temperatures on the shell.

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Symbol

Name

Meaning

Delay discharge

 High voltage exists after the SUN2000 is

powered on. Only qualified and trained

electrical technicians are allowed to perform

operations on the SUN2000.

 Residual voltage exists after the SUN2000 is

powered off. It takes 5 minutes for the

SUN2000 to discharge to the safe voltage.

Transformerless

inverter

The SUN2000 output does not pass through an

isolation transformer.

Symbols

Table 2-4 describes the labels on the SUN2000 chassis and their meanings.

Table 2-4 Label description

Symbol

Name

Meaning

PE point

Indicates the position for

connecting the PE cable.

Operation warning

Do not remove the DC

input connector when the

SUN2000 is running.

DC terminal operation

warninga

High voltage exists after

the SUN2000 is powered

on. To avoid electric

shocks, perform the

following system

power-off operations

before plugging or

unplugging DC input

connectors of the

SUN2000:

1. Send a shutdown

command.

2. Turn off the

downstream AC

switch.

3. Turn off the two DC

switches at the bottom.

Warranty label

Never open the host panel

of the SUN2000.

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Symbol

Name

Meaning

SUN2000 serial number

label

Indicates the SUN2000

serial number.

Weight label

The SUN2000 is heavy

and needs to be carried by

multiple persons.

Note a: Fittings delivered with the SUN2000 contain the label of DC terminal operation

warning. You are advised to attach the label at the bottom of the SUN2000 front side, as

shown in Figure 2-8. You can also select an appropriate place for attaching the label based

on site requirements.

Figure 2-8 Place for attaching

Nameplate

On the side of the SUN2000, there is a nameplate that contains the model information,

technical specifications, and compliance symbols, as shown in Figure 2-9.

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Figure 2-9 Nameplate of the SUN2000-33KTL-US

(1) Trademark and product model

(2) Important technical specifications

(3) Compliance symbols

(4) Company name and country of manufacture

The nameplate figure is for reference only. The actual nameplate prevails.

Table 2-5 describes the compliance symbols.

Table 2-5 Compliance symbols

Symbol

Name

Meaning

American FCC Part 15B

certification

The SUN2000 complies

with FCC Part 15B

certification standards.

American FCC Part 15G

certification

The SUN2000 complies

with FCC Part 15G

certification standards.

CSA certification of

America and Canada

The SUN2000 complies

with CSA certification

standards.

EFUP label

The SUN2000 does not

pollute the environment

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Symbol

Name

Meaning

during the specified

period.

WEEE label

Do not dispose of the

SUN2000 as household

garbage.

2.4 Working Principle

Conceptual Diagram

The SUN2000 receives inputs from eight PV strings. Then the inputs are grouped into four

MPPT routes inside the SUN2000 to track the maximum power point of the PV strings. The

DC power is then converted into three-phase AC power through an inverter circuit. Surge

protection is supported on both the DC and AC sides. Figure 2-10 shows the SUN2000

conceptual diagram.

Figure 2-10 SUN2000 conceptual diagram

Working Modes

The SUN2000 can work in standby, operating, or shutdown mode. Figure 2-11 shows the

relationship between the three working modes.

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Figure 2-11 SUN2000 working modes

Table 2-6 describes the three working modes shown in Figure 2-11.

Table 2-6 Working mode description

Working

Mode

Description

Standby

The SUN2000 enters the standby mode when the external environment does

not meet the requirements for starting the SUN2000. In standby mode:

 The SUN2000 continuously performs self-check and enters the operating

mode once the operating requirements are met.

 If the SUN2000 enters the shutdown mode after detecting a shutdown

command or a fault after startup.

Operating

In operating mode:

 The SUN2000 converts DC power from PV strings into AC power and

feeds the power to the power grid.

 The SUN2000 tracks the maximum power point to maximize the PV

string output.

 The SUN2000 enters the shutdown mode after detecting a fault or a

shutdown command, and enters the standby mode after detecting that the

PV string output power does not meet the requirements for grid-tied

electricity generation.

Shutdown

 In standby or operating mode, the SUN2000 enters the shutdown mode

after detecting a fault or shutdown command.

 In shutdown mode, the SUN2000 enters the standby mode after detecting

a startup command or that a fault is rectified.

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3 SUN2000 Storage

The following requirements should be met if the SUN2000 is not put into use directly:

 Do not unpack the SUN2000.

 Keep the storage temperature at –40°C to +70°C (–40°F to +158°F) and the humidity at

5%–100% RH.

 The SUN2000 should be stored in a clean and dry place and be protected from dust and

water vapor corrosion.

 A maximum of five SUN2000s can be stacked.

 Periodic inspections are required during the storage. If any rodent bites are found,

replace the packing materials immediately.

 If the SUN2000 has been long-term stored, inspections and tests should be conducted by

qualified personnel before it is put into use.

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4 System Installation

4.1 Checking Before Installation

Outer Packing Materials

Before unpacking the inverter, check the outer packing materials for damage, such as holes

and cracks, and check the inverter model. If any damage is found or the inverter model is not

what you requested, do not unpack the package and contact your supplier as soon as possible.

Figure 4-1 Position of the inverter model label

(1) Position of the model label

You are advised to remove the packing materials within 24 hours before installing the inverter.

Package Contents

After unpacking the inverter, check that the contents are intact and complete. If any damage is

found or any component is missing, contact your supplier.

For details about the number of contents, see the Packing List in the packing case.

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4.2 Tools

Prepare tools required for installation and cable connections.

Tool

Model

Function

Hammer drill

Drill bit: Φ14 mm (0.54

in.) and Φ16 mm (0.63

in.)

 Φ14 mm (0.54 in.) drill bit:

Drills holes in supports.

 Φ16 mm (0.63 in.) drill bit:

Drills holes in walls.

Socket wrench set

Works with a torque

wrench.

Secures bolts and AC output

terminals.

Torque wrench

N/A

Secures bolts and AC output

terminals.

Diagonal pliers

N/A

Cut cable ties.

Wire stripper

N/A

Peels cable jackets.

Torque screwdriver

 Flat head: M3

 Phillips head: M4

 Connects cables to the terminal

block.

 Secure the AC filter.

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Tool

Model

Function

Rubber mallet

N/A

Hammers expansion bolts into

holes.

Utility knife

N/A

Removes packages.

Cable cutter

N/A

Cuts power cables.

Crimping tool

H4TC0001

Manufacturer:

AMPHENOL

Crimps metal terminals when

preparing DC input power cables.

RJ45 crimping tool

N/A

Prepares RJ45 connectors for

communications cables.

Removal tool

H4TW0001

Manufacturer:

AMPHENOL

Removes DC connectors from the

SUN2000.

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Tool

Model

Function

Vacuum cleaner

N/A

Cleans up dust after drilling holes.

Multimeter

DC voltage measurement

range ≥ 1000 V DC

Measures voltages.

Marker

N/A

Marks signs.

Measuring tape

N/A

Measures distances.

Level

N/A

Levels hole positions.

Protective gloves

N/A

Protect your hands during

installation.

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Tool

Model

Function

Insulation gloves

Operating voltage ≥ 2000

V

Protect you from electric shocks.

Safety goggles

N/A

Protect your eyes during hole

drilling.

Anti-dust respirator

N/A

Protects you from dust during hole

drilling.

Hydraulic pliers

N/A

Crimp OT terminals.

Heat shrink tubing

N/A

Wraps the cable crimping area of

an OT terminal.

Heat gun

N/A

Heat-shrinks a tube.

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Tool

Model

Function

Cable tie

N/A

Binds cables.

Install devices in accordance with the installation laws and regulations of the country or

region where the project is located.

4.3 Determining the Installation Position

Basic Requirements

 The SUN2000 is protected to Type 4X and can be installed indoors or outdoors.

 Do not install the SUN2000 in a place where personnel are easy to come into contact

with its chassis and heat sinks, because these parts are extremely hot during operation.

 Do not store the SUN2000 in areas with flammable or explosive materials.

Installation Environment Requirements

The SUN2000 must be installed in a well ventilated environment to ensure good heat

dissipation. When installed under direct sunlight, performance de-rate may be initiated due to

additional temperature rise.

Carrier Requirements

 The carrier where the SUN2000 is installed must be fireproof.

 Do not install the SUN2000 on flammable building materials.

 The SUN2000 weighs 55 kg (121.25 lb). Ensure that installation surface is solid enough

to bear the SUN2000.

 In residential areas, do not install the SUN2000 on gypsum boards or walls made of

similar materials which have a weak sound insulation performance because the noises

generated by the SUN2000 disturb residents.

Installation Angle Requirements

The SUN2000 can be installed on a wall, normal support, and tilted support.

Tilt requirements for installing a SUN2000 on a wall and normal support:

 Install the SUN2000 vertically or at a maximum back tilt of 15 degrees to facilitate heat

dissipation.

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 Do not install the SUN2000 at a front tilt, excessive back tilt, side tilt, horizontally, or

upside down.

Figure 4-2 Wall-mounted installation and normal support-mounted installation

Tilt requirements for installing a SUN2000 on a tilted support:

 Install the SUN2000 vertically or at a maximum back tilt of 75 degrees to facilitate heat

dissipation.

 Do not install the SUN2000 at a front tilt, excessive back tilt, side tilt, horizontally, or

upside down.

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Figure 4-3 Tilted support-mounted installation

The SUN2000 may operate with power derating if installed with a tilt.

Installation Space Requirements

 The SUN2000 dimensions (W x H x D, including the mounting plate) are 930 mm x 550

mm x 283 mm (36.61 in. x 21.65 in. x 11.14 in.). Reserve enough clearance around the

SUN2000 to ensure sufficient space for installation and heat dissipation, as shown in

Figure 4-4.

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Figure 4-4 Installation space requirements

For ease of installing the SUN2000 on the mounting bracket, connecting cables to the bottom of the

SUN2000, and maintaining the SUN2000 in future, it is recommended that the bottom clearance be

between 600 mm (23.62 in.) and 730 mm (28.74 in.). If you have any questions about the distance,

consult the local technical support engineers.

 When installing multiple SUN2000s, install them in horizontal mode if sufficient space

is available and install them in triangle mode if no sufficient space is available. Stacked

installation is not recommended. The following figures show the wall-mounted

installation modes and provide reference for other installation modes.

Figure 4-5 Horizontal installation mode (recommended)

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Figure 4-6 Triangle installation mode (recommended)

Figure 4-7 Stacked installation mode (not recommended)

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4.4 Moving the Inverter

Context

 To prevent device damage and personal injury, keep balance when moving the SUN2000

because the SUN2000 is heavy.

 Do not place the SUN2000 with its wiring terminals at the bottom contacting the floor or

any other object because the terminals are not designed to support the weight of the

SUN2000.

 When placing the SUN2000 on the floor, put foam or paper under the SUN2000 to protect

its cover.

Procedure

Step 1 Arrange two persons to hold the handles on both sides of the SUN2000.

Figure 4-8 Moving the SUN2000

Step 2 Lift the SUN2000 from the packing case and move it to the installation position.

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4.5 Installing the Mounting Plate

Figure 4-9 shows the SUN2000 mounting plate dimensions. Figure 4-10 shows the position

for saving the security torx wrench.

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 The mounting plate has four groups of tapped holes, each group containing four tapped

holes. Mark any hole in each group based on site requirements and mark four holes in total.

Two round holes are preferred.

 Before installing the mounting plate, remove the security torx wrench from the mounting

plate and set it aside.

Figure 4-9 Mounting plate dimensions

Figure 4-10 Position for saving a security torx wrench

4.5.1 Wall-mounted Installation

Procedure

Step 1 Determine the positions for drilling holes using the mounting bracket. Level the hole positions

using a level, and mark the hole positions using a marker.

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Figure 4-11 Determining hole positions

Step 2 Drill holes using a hammer drill and install the delivered expansion bolts.

Avoid drilling holes in the water pipes and power cables buried in the wall.

An expansion bolt contains four parts, as shown in Figure 4-12.

Figure 4-12 Expansion bolt components

(1) Expansion sleeve

(2) Flat washer

(3) Spring washer

(4) Bolt

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Figure 4-13 Drilling a hole and installing an expansion bolt

 To prevent dust inhalation or contact with eyes, wear safety goggles and an anti-dust

respirator when drilling holes.

 Wipe away any dust in or around the holes and measure the hole distance. If the holes are

inaccurately positioned, drill holes again.

 Level the head of the expansion sleeve with the concrete wall after removing the bolt,

spring washer, and flat washer. Otherwise, the mounting bracket will not be securely

installed on the concrete wall.

1. Drill a hole at a marked hole position in the wall using a hammer drill.

2. Slightly tighten an expansion bolt, vertically insert an expansion bolt into a hole, and

knock the expansion bolt completely into the hole by using a rubber mallet.

3. Partially tighten the expansion bolt.

4. Remove the nut, spring washer, and flat washer.

Step 3 Align the mounting bracket holes with the drilled holes, insert expansion bolts into the holes

through the mounting bracket, and then tighten the expansion bolts.

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Figure 4-14 Securing a mounting bracket

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4.5.2 Common Support-mounted Installation

Procedure

Step 1 Determine the positions for drilling holes using the mounting bracket. Level the hole positions

using a level, and mark the hole positions using a marker.

Figure 4-15 Determining hole positions

Step 2 Drill holes using a hammer drill.

You are advised to apply anti-rust paint on the hole positions for protection.

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Figure 4-16 Drilling holes

Step 3 Align the mounting bracket holes with the drilled holes, insert the delivered bolt assemblies

(flat washers, spring washers, and bolts) into the holes through the mounting bracket, and

secure them using the stainless steel nuts and flat washers.

If the screw length does not meet the installation requirements, prepare M12 bolt assemblies by yourself.

Figure 4-17 Securing a mounting bracket

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4.5.3 Tilted Support-mounted Installation

Procedure

Step 1 Determine the positions for drilling holes using the mounting bracket. Level the hole positions

using a level, and mark the hole positions using a marker.

Figure 4-18 Determining hole positions

Step 2 Drill holes using a hammer drill.

You are advised to apply anti-rust paint on the hole positions for protection.

Figure 4-19 Drilling holes

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Step 3 Align the mounting bracket holes with the drilled holes, insert the delivered bolt assemblies

(flat washers, spring washers, and bolts) into the holes through the mounting bracket, and

secure them using the stainless steel nuts and flat washers.

If the screw length does not meet the installation requirements, prepare M12 bolt assemblies by yourself.

Figure 4-20 Securing a mounting bracket

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4.6 Installing the SUN2000

Procedure

Step 1 If the installation position is low and you can mount the SUN2000 onto the mounting bracket,

go to Step 3 and then Step 5.

Step 2 If the installation position is high and you cannot mount the SUN2000 onto the mounting

bracket, perform Step 3 to Step 6.

Step 3 Ensure that two people lift the SUN2000 and turn it upright. Lift the SUN2000 by grasping

the handle at the bottom of the SUN2000 with one hand and the handle at the top with the

other.

To prevent personal injury caused by a falling SUN2000, keep balance when lifting the

SUN2000 because it is heavy.

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Figure 4-21 Lifting a SUN2000

Step 4 Run a rope that is strong enough to bear the SUN2000 through the lifting eyes and hoist the

SUN2000.

When hoisting the SUN2000, keep balance to protect the SUN2000 from colliding with the

wall or other objects.

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Figure 4-22 Hoisting a SUN2000

Step 5 Install the SUN2000 on the mounting bracket and level the SUN2000 chassis with the

mounting bracket.

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Figure 4-23 Mounting the SUN2000 onto the mounting bracket

Step 6 Tighten the two security torx screws using a security torx wrench to a torque of 5 N·m.

Figure 4-24 Tightening security torx screws

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5 Connecting Cables

Precautions

Before connecting cables, ensure that the two DC switches on the inverter are OFF. Otherwise,

the high voltage of the inverter may result in electric shocks.

The cable colors shown in the electrical connection drawings provided in this chapter are for reference

only. Select cables in accordance with local cable specifications (green-and-yellow wires are used for

grounding only).

5.1 Preparing OT Terminals

Figure 5-1 shows how to prepare an OT terminal.

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 Avoid scratching the core wire when stripping a cable.

 The cavity formed after the conductor crimp strip of the OT terminal is crimped must wrap

the core wires completely. The core wires must contact the OT terminal closely.

 Wrap the wire crimping area with heat shrink tubing or PVC insulation tape. The

following figure uses heat shrink tubing as an example.

 When using the heat gun, protect devices from being scorched.

Figure 5-1 Preparing an OT terminal

5.2 Connecting the Ground Cable

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 Proper grounding is helpful for resisting the impact of surge voltage and improving the

electromagnetic interference (EMI) performance. Before connecting the AC power cable,

DC power cable, and communications cable, connect ground cables to the PE point and

PV side ground point.

 It is recommended that the ground cable be connected to a nearby ground point. Connect

the ground points of all SUN2000s in the same PV array to ensure equipotential

connections to ground cables.

5.2.1 Grounding the SUN2000 over a PE Point

Prerequisites

Both the shell and maintenance compartment of the SUN2000 provide a PE point. Select

either for connecting the ground cable.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point on the shell, ensure that the ground cable

and OT terminal are available.

− Recommended ground cable: an outdoor copper-core cable with a cross-sectional

area of 6 AWG or more

− OT terminal: M6

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point in the maintenance compartment, prepare

the AC output power cable together with the ground cable. For details, see 5.4

Connecting AC Output Power Cables.

Context

There are two PE points on the chassis shell and one of them is standby.

Procedure

Step 1 Prepare the OT terminal.

Step 2 Secure the ground cable using the ground screw.

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Figure 5-2 Connecting a ground cable

(1) Reserved PE point

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Follow-up Procedure

To enhance the corrosion resistance of the ground terminal, apply silica gel or paint on the

ground terminal after connecting the ground cable.

5.2.2 PV Side Grounding

Prerequisites

A ground cable and an OT terminal are available.

 Recommended ground cable: an outdoor copper-core cable with a cross-sectional area of

6 AWG or more

 OT terminal: M6

Procedure

Step 1 Prepare the OT terminal.

Step 2 Secure the ground cable using the ground screw.

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Figure 5-3 Connecting a ground cable

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Follow-up Procedure

To enhance the corrosion resistance of the ground terminal, apply silica gel or paint on the

ground terminal after connecting the ground cable.

5.3 Opening the Maintenance Compartment Door

Prerequisites

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 Never open the host panel of the SUN2000.

 Before opening the maintenance compartment door, disconnect the AC and DC power

supplies. For processes of disconnecting the power supplies, see 6.3 Powering Off the

SUN2000. After powering off the SUN2000, wait at least 5 minutes before performing

operations on it.

 If you need to open the maintenance compartment door in rainy or snowy days, take

protective measures to prevent rain and snow entering the maintenance compartment. If it

is impossible to take protective measures, do not open the maintenance compartment door

in rainy or snowy days.

 Do not leave unused screws in the maintenance compartment.

Procedure

Step 1 Remove the two screws from the maintenance compartment door using a security torx wrench

and set them aside.

Figure 5-4 Removing screws

Step 2 Open the maintenance compartment door and adjust the support bar.

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Figure 5-5 Adjusting a support bar

Step 3 Remove the AC terminal cover and set it aside.

Figure 5-6 Removing an AC terminal cover

To highlight the involved area, the figure does not show the open door.

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5.4 Connecting AC Output Power Cables

An AC switch must be installed on the AC side of the SUN2000 to ensure that the SUN2000

can be safely disconnected from the power grid. See 10 Technical Specifications to select AC

switches of the appropriate specifications.

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Do not connect loads between the SUN2000 and the AC switch.

 Connect AC output power cables according to the requirements specified by local power

grid operators.

 The AC output power cable can be connected in a common way or through a pipe.

5.4.1 Connection Through a Pipe

Prerequisites

The AC output power cable, OT terminal, and pipe are available.

 Use cables that can withstand 90°C (194°F) or 105°C (221°F). The cable that can

withstand 105°C (221°F) is recommended. To facilitate installation, use flexible cables.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point on the chassis shell in the scenario with no

neutral wire, you are advised to use three (L1, L2, and L3) single-core outdoor cables.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point in the maintenance compartment in the

scenario with no neutral wire, you are advised to use four (L1, L2, L3, and PE)

single-core outdoor cables.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point on the chassis shell in the scenario with a

neutral wire, you are advised to use four (L1, L2, L3, and N) single-core outdoor cables.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point in the maintenance compartment in the

scenario with a neutral wire, you are advised to use five (L1, L2, L3, N, and PE)

single-core outdoor cables.

Table 5-1 describes the cable specifications.

Table 5-1 Cable specifications

Cable Specifications

Copper-Core Cable

Copper-Clad

Aluminum Cable or

Aluminum Alloy

Cable

Conductor

cross-sectional area

Value

range

6–2/0 AWG

4–2/0 AWG

Recomm

ended

value

4 AWG

2 AWG

Cable outer diameter

6.3–12.1 mm (0.25–0.48 in.)

 OT terminal: M8 (L1, L2, L3, and N) and M6 (PE)

 Pipe: 2-inch pipe

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Context

The pipe specifications should comply with the waterproof connector specifications. For

example, for a 2-inch waterproof connector, prepare a 2-inch pipe.

Figure 5-7 Pipe

(1) Nut

(2) Fitting

(3) Conduit

The pipe appearance is for reference only. The actual pipe prevails.

Figure 5-8 shows the diameters of the cable holes at the bottom of the chassis after the

waterproof connectors are removed.

Following are the reference torque values for the waterproof connector and pipe. Observe the

requirements of the specific manufacturer, if any.

 AC OUTPUT and COM ports: 7.5 N·m (plastic) or 10 N·m (metal)

 RESERVE port: 3.75 N·m (plastic) or 6.25 N·m (metal)

Figure 5-8 Diameters of the bottom cable holes

Procedure

Step 1 Install the pipe fitting.

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1. Remove the AC filter and keep the screws aside.

2. Remove the locking cap and plug from the waterproof connector, and then remove the

waterproof connector.

3. Secure the pipe fitting to the chassis using the nut delivered with the pipe.

4. Place the AC filter.

Figure 5-9 Installing pipe fitting

Step 2 Route the AC output power cable through the conduit and fitting of the pipe, and then the AC

filter.

Step 3 Prepare the OT terminal.

Pay attention to the OT terminal and ensure that it can successfully connect to the AC

terminal block.

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Figure 5-10 OT terminal direction (using one cable as an example)

Step 4 Connect the AC output power cable and secure it using a socket wrench with an extension

rod.

Verify that the AC output power cable is connected securely. Otherwise, the SUN2000 may

fail to operate or experience any fault that will cause the damage of the terminal block. For

example, the SUN2000 may generate heat during operating due to unreliable connection.

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Figure 5-11 Connecting the AC output power cable (excluding the ground cable and neutral wire)

Figure 5-12 Connecting the AC output power cable (including the ground cable but excluding the

neutral wire)

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Figure 5-13 Connecting the AC output power cable (excluding the ground cable but including the

neutral wire)

Figure 5-14 Connecting the AC output power cable (including the ground cable and neutral wire)

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The cable colors in figures are for reference only. Select appropriate cables according to the local

standards.

Step 5 Connect the conduit and fitting of the pipe.

Step 6 Check that the cables are connected correctly and securely. Then take appropriate measures to

ensure that the pipe conduit and fitting are secured reliably, and seal the cable hole using

firestop putty.

Step 7 Secure the AC filter using screws.

Step 8 Clear foreign matter from the maintenance compartment.

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5.4.2 Common Connection

Prerequisites

The AC output power cable and OT terminal are available.

 Use cables that can withstand 90°C (194°F) or 105°C (221°F). The cable that can

withstand 105°C (221°F) is recommended. To facilitate installation, use flexible cables.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point on the chassis shell in the scenario without

the neutral wire, you are advised to use a three-core (L1, L2, and L3) outdoor cable.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point in the maintenance compartment in the

scenario without the neutral wire, you are advised to use a four-core (L1, L2, L3, and PE)

outdoor cable.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point on the chassis shell in the scenario with the

neutral wire, you are advised to use a four-core (L1, L2, L3, and N) outdoor cable.

 If you connect a ground cable to the PE point in the maintenance compartment in the

scenario with the neutral wire, you are advised to use a five-core (L1, L2, L3, N, and PE)

outdoor cable.

Table 5-2 describes the cable specifications.

Table 5-2 Cable specifications

Cable Specifications

Copper-Core Cable

Copper-Clad

Aluminum Cable or

Aluminum Alloy

Cable

Conductor

cross-sectional area

Range

6–2/0 AWG

4–2/0 AWG

Recomm

ended

value

4 AWG

2 AWG

Cable outer diameter range

supported by the AC OUTPUT

waterproof connector

37–44 mm (1.46–1.73 in.)

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 OT terminal: M8 (L1, L2, L3, and N) and M6 (PE)

Procedure

Step 1 Remove an appropriate length of the jacket and insulation layer from the AC output power

cable using a wire stripper.

Ensure that the jacket is in the maintenance compartment.

Figure 5-15 Three-core cable (excluding the ground cable and neutral wire)

(A) Core wire

(B) Insulation layer

(C) Jacket

Figure 5-16 Four-core cable (including the ground cable but excluding the neutral wire)

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Figure 5-17 Four-core cable (excluding the ground cable but including the neutral wire)

Figure 5-18 Five-core cable (including the ground cable and neutral wire)

Step 2 Prepare the OT terminal.

Step 3 Route the cable through the waterproof connector.

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Figure 5-19 Routing cables

Step 4 Connect the AC output power cable and secure it using a socket wrench with an extension

rod.

Verify that the AC output power cable is connected securely. Otherwise, the SUN2000 may

fail to operate or experience any fault that will cause the damage of the terminal block. For

example, the SUN2000 may generate heat during operating due to unreliable connection.

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Figure 5-20 Connecting the AC output power cable (excluding the ground cable and neutral wire)

Figure 5-21 Connecting the AC output power cable (including the ground cable but excluding the

neutral wire)

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Figure 5-22 Connecting the AC output power cable (excluding the ground cable but including the

neutral wire)

Figure 5-23 Connecting the AC output power cable (including the ground cable and neutral wire)

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The cable colors in figures are for reference only. Select appropriate cables according to the local

standards.

Step 5 Tighten the waterproof connector to a torque of 7.5 N•m.

----End

Follow-up Procedure

Check that the cables are connected correctly and securely. Then apply firestop putty to the

waterproof connectors and cable holes. Clear foreign matter from the maintenance

compartment.

5.5 (Optional) Installing the DC Protection Shroud

Context

To avoid electric shocks, you are advised to install a DC protection shroud in a rooftop PV

plant.

Procedure

Step 1 Install the protection shroud bracket.

Figure 5-24 Installing a bracket

Step 2 Install the protection shroud rear panel.

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Figure 5-25 Installing a rear panel

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Follow-up Procedure

After finishing the preceding steps and preparing a 2-inch pipe, perform the following steps.

Otherwise, you may need to rework.

1. Secure the pipe fitting to the chassis using the nut delivered with the pipe.

2. Route the DC input power cable through the conduit and then fitting of the pipe.

3. Connect the DC input power cable by following the instructions in 5.6 Connecting DC

Input Power Cables.

4. Connect the conduit and fitting of the pipe.

5. Check that the cables are connected correctly and securely. Then take appropriate

measures to ensure that the pipe conduit and fitting are secured reliably, and seal the

cable hole using firestop putty.

6. Clear foreign matter from the protection shroud.

7. Install the front cover of the protection shroud.

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Figure 5-26 Installing a front cover

5.6 Connecting DC Input Power Cables

Prerequisites

 Before connecting DC input power cables, ensure that the DC voltage is within the safe

range (lower than 60 V DC) and that the two DC switches on the SUN2000 are OFF.

Otherwise, the high voltage may result in electric shocks.

 When the SUN2000 is grid-tied, it is not allowed to maintain DC input power cables, such

as connect or disconnect a string or a module in a string. Otherwise, electric shocks may

occur.

Ensure that the following conditions are met. Otherwise, the SUN2000 will be damaged, or

even a fire disaster will be caused.

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 The highest open-circuit voltage of each PV string is always lower than or equal to 1000 V

DC.

 The positive and negative terminals of a PV module connect to the positive and negative

DC input terminals of the SUN2000 respectively.

 If the DC input power cable is reversely connected, do not operate the DC switches and

positive and negative connectors immediately. Wait until the solar irradiance declines at

night and the PV string current reduces to below 0.5 A. Then, turn off the two DC switches,

remove the positive and negative connectors, and correct the polarity of the DC input

power cable.

 Ensure that the PV string is well insulated to the ground. If the SUN2000 is directly

connected to the power grid with a neutral wire connected to the PGND cable (for

example, a low-voltage power grid or a power grid with a neutral wire grounded), do not

ground the positive and negative terminals of PV strings. Otherwise, the SUN2000 may be

damaged. The caused equipment damage is beyond the warranty scope.

 During the installation of PV strings and SUN2000, the positive or negative terminals of

PV strings may be grounded if power cables are not properly installed or routed. In this

case, an AC or DC short circuit may occur and damage the SUN2000. The caused

equipment damage is beyond the warranty scope.

The PV strings must meet the following requirements if they need to be grounded:

 A three-phase isolation transformer is installed on the output side.

 One isolation transformer must be installed only for one SUN2000. Do not connect two or more

SUN2000s to the same isolation transformer. Otherwise, the SUN2000s may fail to work due to the

loop current generated between them.

 Set Isolation to Input grounded, with TF on the SUN2000 APP, SmartLogger, or NMS.

Context

 DC terminal selection

Figure 5-27 shows the DC terminals at the bottom of the SUN2000. Table 5-3 describes

the requirements for DC terminal selection.

The SUN2000 provides two DC switches, namely, DC SWITCH 1 and DC SWITCH 2. DC SWITCH 1

controls the first to fourth routes of DC input terminals, whereas DC SWITCH 2 controls the fifth to

eighth routes of DC input terminals.

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Figure 5-27 DC terminals

Table 5-3 DC terminal selection requirements

Number of Inputs

SUN2000

1

Connects to any route.

2

Connects to routes 1 and 5.

3

Connects to routes 1, 3, and 5.

4

Connects to routes 1, 3, 5, and 7.

5

Connects to routes 1, 2, 3, 5, and 7.

6

Connects to routes 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, and 7.

7

Connects to routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7.

8

Connects to routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

 DC input power cable specifications

Table 5-4 lists the recommended DC input power cable specifications.

Table 5-4 Recommended DC input power cable specifications

Cable Type

Conductor Cross-Sectional Area

Cable Outer

Diameter

Range

Recommended

Value

Common PV cables in

the industry (model:

PV1-F)

12–10 AWG

12 AWG

4.5–7.8 mm

(0.18–0.31 in.)

Rigid cables, such as armored cables, are not recommended, because poor contact may be

caused by the bending of the cables.

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Procedure

Step 1 Prepare positive and negative connectors.

 Use the DC input terminals provided with the SUN2000. If the terminals are lost or

damaged, purchase DC input terminals of the appropriate model from Huawei or MC4,

Amphenol HH4, or Amphenol H4 DC input terminals from other vendors.

 DC input terminals not of the previous models may be incompatible with the SUN2000,

which may cause serious consequences. The caused equipment damage is beyond the

warranty scope.

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 After crimping the positive and negative metal terminals, ensure that the cables are

crimped tightly such that they cannot be pulled out by a force less than 400 N.

 Insert the crimped metal terminals of the positive and negative power cables into the

appropriate positive and negative connectors. Then pull back the DC input power cables to

ensure that they are connected securely.

Figure 5-28 Preparing a connector

Step 2 Ensure that the DC input voltage of each PV string does not exceed 1000 V DC using a

multimeter and check that the polarities of the DC input power cable are correct.

 If the voltage is a negative value, the PV string is reversely connected. Correct the

polarity.

 If the voltage is greater than 1000 V DC, too many PV modules are configured. Remove

some PV modules.

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Figure 5-29 Measuring the DC input voltage

Before performing Step 3, ensure that the two DC switches are OFF.

Step 3 Remove the dustproof cap, and insert the positive and negative connectors into the

corresponding positive and negative DC input terminals of the SUN2000 until they snap into

place.

After the positive and negative connectors snap into place, pull the DC input power cables

back to ensure that they are connected securely.

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Figure 5-30 Connecting DC input power cables

If the DC input power cable is reversely connected, do not operate the DC switches and

positive and negative connectors immediately. Otherwise, the SUN2000 will be damaged. The

caused equipment damage is beyond the warranty scope. Wait until the solar irradiance

declines at night and the PV string current reduces to below 0.5 A. Then, turn off the two DC

switches, remove the positive and negative connectors, and correct the polarity of the DC

input power cable.

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Follow-up Procedure

Before removing the positive and negative connectors, ensure that the two DC switches are

OFF.

To remove the positive and negative connectors from the SUN2000, insert a removal wrench

into the notch and press the wrench with an appropriate force, as shown in Figure 5-31.

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Figure 5-31 Removing a DC input connector

5.7 Connecting Communications Cables

5.7.1 Communication Mode Description

RS485 Communication

The SUN2000 can connect to the SmartLogger over RS485 or to a PC through the

SmartLogger to implement communication. You can use the SUN2000 APP, SmartLogger,

embedded WebUI, or the network management software (such as the NetEco) on the PC to

query information about the SUN2000, such as energy yield, alarms, and running status.

 Figure 5-32 shows the communication mode for a single SUN2000.

Figure 5-32 Communication mode for a single SUN2000

 Figure 5-33 shows the communication between multiple SUN2000s.

If multiple SUN2000s are used, connect all the SUN2000s in daisy chain mode over an

RS485 communications cable.

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Figure 5-33 Communication mode for multiple SUN2000s

 The RS485 communication distance between the SUN2000 at the end of the daisy chain and the

SmartLogger cannot exceed 1000 meters.

 If multiple SUN2000s need to communicate with one another and are connected to a PC over the

SmartLogger2000, a maximum of six daisy chains can be configured.

 To ensure the system response speed, it is recommended that the number of devices on each daisy

chain be less than 30.

PLC Communication

The PLC communication board loads communication signals onto power cables for

transmission. For details about how to install the PLC, see the PLC CCO01A User Manual

and SmartLogger2000 User Manual.

The built-in PLC module in the SUN2000 does not need to be connected with cables.

Selecting a Communication Mode

The RS485 and PLC communication modes are mutually exclusive.

 If the PLC communication mode is selected, do not connect the RS485 communications

cable. In addition, you need to set PLC communication to Enable on the SUN2000

APP.

 If the RS485 communication mode is selected, do not connect the PLC CCO module to

the AC power cable. In addition, you are recommended to set PLC communication to

Disable on the SUN2000 APP.

PLC communication is set to Enable by default.

5.7.2 Selecting a Mode for Connecting RS485 Communications

Cables

Description

 RRS485 communications cables can be connected in two ways:

− Terminal block connection

You are advised to use the DJYP2VP2-22 2x2x1 computer cable or a

communications cable with a conductor cross-sectional area of 18 AWG and an

outer diameter of 14–18 mm (0.55–0.71 in.).

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− RJ45 network port connection

You are advised to use a CAT 5E outdoor shielded network cable with an outer

diameter less than 9 mm (0.35 in.) and internal resistance not greater than 1.5

ohms/10 m (1.5 ohms/393.70 in.), as well as a shielded RJ45 connector.

Select either connection way in practice. Connecting to a terminal block is recommended.

 The RS485 communications cable can be connected in a common way or through a pipe.

Before installation, prepare materials based on the connection mode.

 If you choose connection through a pipe, ensure that the RS485 communications cable and 3/4–inch

pipe are available.

 If you choose common connection, ensure that the RS485 communications cable is available.

When laying out communications cables, separate them from power cables and avoid large

signal interference sources to protect communication from being affected.

Terminal Block Pin Definitions

Figure 5-34 shows an RS485 terminal block.

Figure 5-34 Terminal block

Table 5-5 describes pin definitions of the RS485 terminal block.

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Table 5-5 Pin definitions of the RS485 terminal block

No.

Port Definition

Description

1

RS485A IN

RS485A, RS485 differential signal +

2

RS485A OUT

RS485A, RS485 differential signal +

3

RS485B IN

RS485B, RS485 differential signal –

4

RS485B OUT

RS485B, RS485 differential signal –

Figure 5-35 shows how to prepare an RS485 communications cable.

Figure 5-35 Stripping an RS485 communications cable

RJ45 Connector Pin Definitions

Figure 5-36 shows an RJ45 connector.

Figure 5-36 RJ45 connector

Table 5-6 lists the RJ45 connector pin definitions.

Table 5-6 RJ45 connector pin definitions

Color

Function

1

White-and-orange

RS485A, RS485 differential signal +

2

Orange

RS485B, RS485 differential signal –

3

White-and-green

N/A

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Color

Function

4

Blue

RS485A, RS485 differential signal +

5

White-and-blue

RS485B, RS485 differential signal –

6

Green

N/A

7

White-and-brown

N/A

8

Brown

N/A

Figure 5-37 shows how to prepare an RS485 communications cable.

Figure 5-37 Connecting wires to an RJ45 connector

(1) White-and-orange

(2) Orange

(3) White-and-green

(4) Blue

(5) White-and-blue

(6) Green

(7) White-and-brown

(8) Brown

5.7.3 Connecting RS485 Communications Cables Through a Pipe

Connecting Cables to the Terminal Block

Step 1 Install the pipe fittings.

1. Remove the locking caps and plugs from the waterproof connectors, and then remove the

waterproof connectors.

2. Secure the pipe fittings to the chassis using the nuts delivered with the pipes.

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Figure 5-38 Installing pipe fittings

Step 2 Route the communications cables through the conduits and then fittings of the pipes.

Step 3 Remove the cable terminal base from the terminal block. Connect the communications cables

to the terminal base.

Figure 5-39 Connecting cables to a terminal base

(1) RS485A IN

(2) RS485A OUT

(3) RS485B IN

(4) RS485B OUT

Step 4 Install the terminal base on the terminal block, and connect the shield layers to the ground

point.

When connecting the shielded cables, choose whether to crimp the OT terminal based on site

requirements.

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Figure 5-40 Connecting communications cables

Step 5 Bind communications cables after connecting them.

Figure 5-41 Binding communications cables

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Step 6 Connect the conduits and fittings of the pipes.

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Connecting Cables to the RJ45 Network Port

Step 1 Install the pipe fitting.

1. Remove the locking cap and plug from the waterproof connector, and then remove the

waterproof connector.

2. Secure the pipe fitting to the chassis using the nut delivered with the pipe.

Figure 5-42 Installing pipe fitting

Step 2 Route the communications cables through the conduit and then fitting of the pipe.

Step 3 Insert the RJ45 connectors into the RJ45 network ports in the SUN2000 maintenance

compartment.

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Figure 5-43 Connecting communications cables

Step 4 Bind communications cables after connecting them.

Figure 5-44 Binding communications cables

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Step 5 Connect the conduit and fitting of the pipe.

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Follow-up Procedure

Check that the cables are connected correctly and securely. Then take appropriate measures to

ensure that the pipe conduit and fitting are secured reliably, and seal the cable hole using

firestop putty. Clear foreign matter from the maintenance compartment.

5.7.4 Connecting the RS485 Communications Cable in a Common

Way

Connecting Cables to the Terminal Block

Step 1 Route the communications cables through the waterproof connectors.

Figure 5-45 Routing cables

Step 2 Remove the cable terminal base from the terminal block. Connect the communications cables

to the terminal base.

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Figure 5-46 Connecting cables to a terminal base

(1) RS485A IN

(2) RS485A OUT

(3) RS485B IN

(4) RS485B OUT

Step 3 Install the terminal base on the terminal block, and connect the shield layers to the ground

point.

When connecting the shielded cables, choose whether to crimp the OT terminal based on site

requirements.

Figure 5-47 Connecting communications cables

Step 4 Bind communications cables after connecting them.

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Figure 5-48 Binding communications cables

Step 5 Tighten the waterproof connectors to a torque of 7.5 N•m.

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Connecting Cables to the RJ45 Network Port

Step 1 Route the communications cables through the waterproof connector.

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Figure 5-49 Routing cables

Step 2 Insert the RJ45 connectors into the RJ45 network ports in the SUN2000 maintenance

compartment.

Figure 5-50 Connecting communications cables

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Step 3 Bind communications cables after connecting them.

Figure 5-51 Binding communications cables

Step 4 Tighten the waterproof connector to a torque of 7.5 N•m.

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Follow-up Procedure

Check that the cables are connected correctly and securely. Then apply firestop putty to the

waterproof connectors and cable holes. Clear foreign matter from the maintenance

compartment.

5.8 Closing the Maintenance Compartment Door

Procedure

Step 1 Install the AC terminal cover.

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Figure 5-52 Installing a cover

Step 2 Adjust the support bar.

Figure 5-53 Adjusting a support bar

Step 3 Close the maintenance compartment door and tighten the two screws on the door.

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Figure 5-54 Tightening screws on the maintenance compartment door

 If a screw on the maintenance compartment door is missing, use the unused ground screw on the

chassis shell as a standby screw.

 If the floating nut used for securing the maintenance compartment door is missing, use the standby

floating nut shown in Figure 5-55.

Figure 5-55 Removing a standby floating nut

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6 System Commissioning

6.1 Checking Before Power-On

1. The SUN2000 is installed correctly and securely.

2. Check that the two DC switches at the bottom of the SUN2000 and the downstream AC

output switch are OFF.

3. No connected cable is damaged.

4. Ground cables are connected securely, without open circuits or short circuits.

5. AC output power cables are connected correctly and securely, without open circuits or

short circuits.

6. DC input power cables are connected correctly and securely, without open circuits or

short circuits.

7. The communications cables are connected correctly and securely.

8. All pipes or used waterproof connectors at the chassis bottom are applied with firestop

putty.

9. The AC terminal cover is reinstalled.

10. Check that the maintenance compartment is clean and tidy, without foreign matter.

11. The maintenance compartment door is closed and the door screws are tightened.

12. Idle DC input terminals are sealed.

13. The idle USB port is plugged with cover.

14. Idle RESERVE and COM waterproof connectors are plugged and the locking caps are

tightened.

6.2 Powering On the SUN2000

Prerequisites

Before turning on the AC switch between the SUN2000 and the power grid, use a multimeter

to check that the AC voltage is within the specified range.

Procedure

Step 1 Turn on the AC switch between the SUN2000 and the power grid.

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If you perform Step 2 before Step 1, the SUN2000 reports a fault about abnormal shutdown.

The SUN2000 can start normally after the fault is automatically rectified. The default alarm

clearance time is 1 minute. You can modify the time over the NMS software installed on the

PC that connects to the SUN2000.

Step 2 Turn on the DC switches at the bottom of the SUN2000 chassis.

Step 3 (Optional) Measure the temperatures at the joints between DC terminals and connectors using

a point-test thermometer.

To ensure that the DC terminals are in good contact, check the temperatures at the joints

between DC terminals and connectors after the SUN2000 has been running for a period of

time. Ensure that the temperature rise does not exceed 40°C (104°F).

Step 4 Connect the SUN2000 to the mobile phone that runs SUN2000 app (app for short) through a

Bluetooth module or USB data cable.

 Mobile phone operating system: Android 4.0 or later, iOS 7.0 or later. When the iOS is

used, the app supports only Bluetooth connection.

 When you use a Bluetooth module to set up the connection, ensure that the mobile phone

and SUN2000 are at most 5 meters (196.85 inches) away from each other. Otherwise, the

communication quality between them will deteriorate.

 The screen snapshots in this document correspond to app V200R001C20SPC010

(Android).

Figure 6-1 Bluetooth module connection (Android and iOS)

(A) Inverter

(B) Bluetooth module

(C) Mobile phone

Purchase the Bluetooth module bundled with the SUN2000. A Bluetooth module purchased from any

other source may not support communication between the SUN2000 and the app.

 The Android system supports the Bluetooth module USB-Adapter2000-B and BF4030.

 The iOS system supports the Bluetooth module USB-Adapter2000-B.

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Figure 6-2 Data cable connection (Android)

(A) Inverter

(B) USB data cable

(C) Mobile phone

Use the USB data cable delivered with the mobile phone.

 The port type of the USB data cable connected to the SUN2000 is USB 2.0.

 If the mobile phone provides a USB Type-C port, prepare a USB Type C to USB 2.0 adapter cable.

Figure 6-3 Login screen

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Figure 6-4 Selecting a connection mode

Figure 6-5 Bluetooth connection

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Figure 6-6 Data cable connection

After you select Use by default for this USB accessory, the message will not appear if you connect the

app to the SUN2000 again without removing the USB data cable.

Step 5 Tap the user name area to switch between the common user, advanced user, and special user.

Figure 6-7 Switching between users

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 The login password is the same as that for the SUN2000 connected to the app and is used only when

the SUN2000 connects to the app.

 The initial passwords for Common User, Advanced User, and Special User are all 00000a. Use the

initial password upon first login. To ensure account security, change the password immediately after

login.

 During the login, if an incorrect password is entered for five consecutive times (the interval between

two consecutive invalid password entries is less than 2 minutes), the account will be locked for 10

minutes. The password consists of six digits.

Step 6 Enter the password and tap Log In.

Step 7 After the successful login, the Quick Settings screen or Function Menu screen is displayed.

 If you log in to the app after the device connects to the app for the first time or factory defaults are

restored, the Quick Settings screen will be displayed on which you can set basic parameters. After

the settings take effect, you can enter the main menu screen and modify the parameters on the

Settings screen. By default, the SUN2000 can be grid-tied and you do not have to set parameters.

 You are advised to log in to the Quick Settings screen as an advanced user for parameter settings.

Figure 6-8 Quick Settings screen (logging in as an advanced user)

 Set the power grid code that applies to the country or region where the power station is located and

the inverter model.

 Set user parameters based on the current date and time.

 Set Baud rate, RS485 protocol, and Address based on site requirements. Baud rate can be set to

4800, 9600, or 19200. RS485 protocol can be set to MODBUS RTU, and Address can be set to any

value in the range of 1 to 247.

 When multiple SUN2000s communicate with the SmartLogger over RS485, the addresses for all the

SUN2000s on each RS485 route must be within the address range set on the SmartLogger and

cannot be duplicate. Otherwise, the communication will fail. In addition, the baud rates of all the

SUN2000s on each RS485 route must be consistent with the SmartLogger baud rate.

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Figure 6-9 Function Menu screen

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6.3 Powering Off the SUN2000

Context

 If two SUN2000s share the same AC switch on the AC side, power off the two SUN2000s.

 After the SUN2000 powers off, the remaining electricity and heat may still cause electric

shocks and body burns. Therefore, put on protective gloves and begin servicing the

SUN2000 five minutes after the power-off.

Procedure

Step 1 Run a shutdown command on the SUN2000 APP, SmartLogger, or NMS.

For details, see the SUN2000 APP User Manual, SmartLogger2000 User Manual, or

iManager NetEco 1000S User Manual.

Step 2 Turn off the AC switch between the SUN2000 and the power grid.

Step 3 Set the two DC switches to OFF.

Step 4 (Optional) Install locks on the DC switches.

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Turn off the DC switches. To prevent turning on the switches by mistake, you are advised to lock the DC

switches.

Figure 6-10 Installing locks

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7 Man-Machine Interactions

7.1 Operations with a USB Flash Drive

USB flash drives of SanDisk, Netac, and Kingston are recommended. Other brands may be

incompatible.

7.1.1 Exporting Configurations

Procedure

Step 1 Generate a boot script file by choosing Tool Kit > Local maintenance script > Inverter

maint script > Inverter Command Settings on the SUN2000 app. For details, see the

SUN2000 APP User Manual.

Step 2 Import the boot script file to a PC.

(Optional) The boot script file can be opened as a .txt file, as shown in Figure 7-1.

Figure 7-1 Boot script file

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No.

Meaning

Remarks

1

User name

 Advanced user: engineer

 Special user: admin

2

Ciphertext

The ciphertext varies depending on the login password of the

SUN2000 APP.

3

Script validity

period

The script validity period varies depending on the script export

time.

4

Command

Different command settings can produce different commands.

 Configuration export command: export param.

 Configuration import command: import param.

 Data export command: export log.

 Upgrade command: upgrade.

Step 3 Import the boot script file to the root directory of a USB flash drive.

Step 4 Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port. The system automatically identifies the USB

flash drive and executes all commands specified in the boot script file. View the LED

indicator to determine the operating status.

Verify that the ciphertext in the boot script file matches the login password of the SUN2000

APP. If they do not match and you insert the USB flash drive for five consecutive times, the

user account will be locked for 10 minutes.

Table 7-1 LED indicator description

LED Indicator

Status

Meaning

Green off

There is no operation with

a USB flash drive.

Blinking green at long intervals (on

for 1s and then off for 1s)

There is an operation with

a USB flash drive.

Blinking green at short intervals (on

for 0.125s and then off for 0.125s)

An operation with a USB

flash drive has failed.

Steady green

An operation with a USB

flash drive is successful.

Step 5 Insert the USB flash drive into a computer and check the exported data.

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When the configuration export is complete, the boot script file and exported file are in the root directory

of the USB flash drive.

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7.1.2 Importing Configurations

Prerequisites

A complete configuration file has been exported.

Procedure

Step 1 Generate a boot script file by choosing Tool Kit > Local maintenance script > Inverter

maint script > Inverter Command Settings on the SUN2000 app. For details, see the

SUN2000 APP User Manual.

Step 2 Import the boot script file to a PC.

Step 3 Replace the exported boot script file in the root directory of the USB flash drive with the

imported one.

Replace the boot script file only and keep the exported files.

Step 4 Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port. The system automatically identifies the USB

flash drive and executes all commands specified in the boot script file. View the LED

indicator to determine the operating status.

Verify that the ciphertext in the boot script file matches the login password of the SUN2000

APP. If they do not match and you insert the USB flash drive for five consecutive times, the

user account will be locked for 10 minutes.

Table 7-2 LED indicator description

LED Indicator

Status

Meaning

Green off

There is no operation with

a USB flash drive.

Blinking green at long intervals (on

for 1s and then off for 1s)

There is an operation with

a USB flash drive.

Blinking green at short intervals (on

for 0.125s and then off for 0.125s)

An operation with a USB

flash drive has failed.

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LED Indicator

Status

Meaning

Steady green

An operation with a USB

flash drive is successful.

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7.1.3 Exporting Data

Procedure

Step 1 Generate a boot script file by choosing Tool Kit > Local maintenance script > Inverter

maint script > Inverter Command Settings on the SUN2000 app. For details, see the

SUN2000 APP User Manual.

Step 2 Import the boot script file to the root directory of a USB flash drive.

Step 3 Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port. The system automatically identifies the USB

flash drive and executes all commands specified in the boot script file. View the LED

indicator to determine the operating status.

Verify that the ciphertext in the boot script file matches the login password of the SUN2000

APP. If they do not match and you insert the USB flash drive for five consecutive times, the

user account will be locked for 10 minutes.

Table 7-3 LED indicator description

LED Indicator

Status

Meaning

Green off

There is no operation with

a USB flash drive.

Blinking green at long intervals (on

for 1s and then off for 1s)

There is an operation with

a USB flash drive.

Blinking green at short intervals (on

for 0.125s and then off for 0.125s)

An operation with a USB

flash drive has failed.

Steady green

An operation with a USB

flash drive is successful.

Step 4 Insert the USB flash drive into a PC and check the exported data.

After the data is exported, the boot script file and exported file are in the root directory of the USB flash

drive.

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7.1.4 Upgrading

Context

Upgrade delay is mainly used in the upgrade scenarios where the PV power supply is

disconnected at night due to no solar radiation or unstable at dawn or dusk due to poor solar

radiation.

After the SUN2000 upgrade starts, if Upgrade delay is set to Enable, the upgrade package is

loaded first. After the PV power supply recovers and the activation conditions are met, the

SUN2000 automatically activates the upgrade.

Upgrade delay is set to Enable by default, which means that the upgrade can take place at day or night.

After enabling Upgrade delay, start the SUN2000 upgrade over the USB, SmartLogger, or NMS. The

SUN2000 upgrade process contains the following two stages:

1. The monitoring component caches and loads the upgrade package.

2. Upgrade package activation starts when the following conditions are met.

Table 7-4 Conditions for starting delayed activation

Upgrade Method

Activation Start Condition

Local upgrade over a USB

flash drive

 The CAN communication is normal.

 The PV power supply is normal.

The activation starts when either of the preceding two

conditions is met.

Local upgrade of the SUN2000

APP

Remote upgrade over the

SmartLogger

 The PV input voltage is greater than 500 V.

 The output power is greater than 1 kW.

The activation starts when either of the preceding two

conditions is met.

Remote upgrade over the NMS

 When upgrading the SUN2000 remotely, do not perform local operations for the SUN2000.

 If the SUN2000 needs to be upgraded when the PV power supply is unavailable at night due to no

solar radiation or unstable at dawn or dusk due to poor solar radiation, ensure that the SUN2000 AC

output connects to the power grid.

Procedure

Step 1 Log in to http://support.huawei.com/carrier/ and browse or search for SUN2000 on the

Product Support tab page. Download the required upgrade package (for example, SUN2000

V200R002C20SPCXXX) from the Software tab page.

Step 2 Decompress the upgrade package.

After obtaining the upgrade package SUN2000V200R002C20SPCXXX_package.zip,

decompress it and ensure that the extracted files include:

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 config.txt

 sun_lmt_mgr_cmd.emap (This is a boot script file.)

 SUN2000.bin

 SUN2000_CPLD.bin

 SUN2000_FLT_Release.bin

 SUN2000_Master_Release.bin

 SUN2000_Slave_Release.bin

 vercfg.xml

 When the login password of the SUN2000 APP is the initial password (00000a), there is

no need to perform Step 3–Step 5.

 When the login password of the SUN2000 APP is not the initial password, perform Step

3–Step 7.

Step 3 Generate a boot script file by choosing Tool Kit > Local maintenance script > Inverter

maint script > Inverter Command Settings on the SUN2000 app. For details, see the

SUN2000 APP User Manual.

Step 4 Import the boot script file to a computer.

Step 5 Replace the boot script file in the upgrade package with the one generated by the SUN2000

APP.

Step 6 Copy the extracted files to the root directory of the USB flash drive.

Ensure that all upgrade files are copied to the root directory of the USB flash drive.

Step 7 Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port. The system automatically identifies the USB

flash drive and executes all commands specified in the boot script file. View the LED

indicator to determine the operating status.

Verify that the ciphertext in the boot script file matches the login password of the SUN2000

APP. If they do not match and you insert the USB flash drive for five consecutive times, the

user account will be locked for 10 minutes.

Table 7-5 LED indicator description

LED Indicator

Status

Meaning

Green off

There is no operation with

a USB flash drive.

Blinking green at long intervals (on

There is an operation with

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LED Indicator

Status

Meaning

for 1s and then off for 1s)

a USB flash drive.

Blinking green at short intervals (on

for 0.125s and then off for 0.125s)

An operation with a USB

flash drive has failed.

Steady green

An operation with a USB

flash drive is successful.

Step 8 (Optional) The system automatically restarts when the upgrade is completed. All LED

indicators turn off during the restart. After the restart, the green indicator is blinking at long

intervals (on for 1s and then off for 1s) for 1 minute until it becomes steady on, which

indicates that the upgrade is successful.

The SUN2000 can also be upgraded through the Inverter Update in the SUN2000 APP. For details, see

the SUN2000 APP User Manual.

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7.2 Operations with a SmartLogger

For operations with a SmartLogger, see the SmartLogger2000 User Manual.

7.3 Operations with the NMS

For operations with the NMS, see the iManager NetEco 1000S User Manual.

7.4 Operations with the SUN2000 APP

For operations with the SUN2000 APP, see the SUN2000 APP User Manual.

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8 Maintenance

8.1 Routine Maintenance

To ensure that the SUN2000 can operate properly for a long term, you are advised to perform

routine maintenance on it as described in this chapter.

 Before cleaning the system, and maintaining the cable connections and grounding

reliability, power off the system (see 6.3 Powering Off the SUN2000) and ensure that the

two DC switches on the SUN2000 are OFF.

 If you need to open the maintenance compartment door in rainy or snowy days, take

protective measures to prevent rain and snow entering the maintenance compartment. If it

is impossible to take protective measures, do not open the maintenance compartment door

in rainy or snowy days.

Table 8-1 Maintenance list

Item

Check Method

Maintenance Interval

System cleanliness

Check periodically that the heat sinks

are free from obstacles or dust.

Once six months to a

year

System running

status

 Check that the SUN2000 is not

damaged or deformed.

 Check that the running sound of the

SUN2000 is normal.

 When the SUN2000 is running,

check that all SUN2000 parameters

are correctly set.

Once six months

Cable connections

 Check that cables are securely

connected.

 Check that cables are intact, in

particular, the parts touching the

metallic surface are not scratched.

The first inspection is

half a year after the

initial commissioning.

From then on, perform

the inspection once six

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Item

Check Method

Maintenance Interval

 Check that the cover on the USB

port is tightened.

 Check that idle RESERVE and

COM waterproof connectors are

plugged and the locking caps are

tightened.

months to a year.

Grounding

reliability

Check that ground cables are securely

connected.

The first inspection is

half a year after the

initial commissioning.

From then on, perform

the inspection once six

months to a year.

8.2 Troubleshooting

Alarm severities are defined as follows:

 Major: The SUN2000 enters the shutdown mode and disconnects from the power grid to

stop generating electricity after a fault occurs.

 Minor: Some components are faulty but the SUN2000 can still generate electricity.

 Warning: The SUN2000 output power decreases due to external factors.

Table 8-2 Common alarms and troubleshooting measures

Alarm

ID

Alarm

Name

Alarm

Severity

Possible Cause

Suggestion

103

High DC

Input

Voltage

Major

 Cause ID = 1

The PV array is not properly

configured. Excessive PV

modules are connected in

series to PV strings 1 and 2,

and therefore the PV string

open-circuit voltage exceeds

the maximum value of the

inverter MPPT voltage.

 Cause ID = 2

The PV array is not properly

configured. Excessive PV

modules are connected in

series to PV strings 3 and 4,

and therefore the PV string

open-circuit voltage exceeds

the maximum value of the

inverter MPPT voltage.

 Cause ID = 3

 Cause ID = 1

Reduce the number of PV

modules connected in series to

PV strings 1 and 2 until the

open-circuit voltage is less than

or equal to the maximum inverter

input voltage. After the PV array

configuration is corrected, the

SUN2000 alarm disappears.

 Cause ID = 2

Reduce the number of PV

modules connected in series to

PV strings 3 and 4 until the

open-circuit voltage is less than

or equal to the maximum inverter

input voltage. After the PV array

configuration is corrected, the

SUN2000 alarm disappears.

 Cause ID = 3

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Alarm

ID

Alarm

Name

Alarm

Severity

Possible Cause

Suggestion

The PV array is not properly

configured. Excessive PV

modules are connected in

series to PV strings 5 and 6,

and therefore the PV string

open-circuit voltage exceeds

the maximum value of the

inverter MPPT voltage.

 Cause ID = 4

The PV array is not properly

configured. Excessive PV

modules are connected in

series to PV strings 7 and 8,

and therefore the PV string

open-circuit voltage exceeds

the maximum value of the

inverter MPPT voltage.

Reduce the number of PV

modules connected in series to

PV strings 5 and 6 until the

open-circuit voltage is less than

or equal to the maximum inverter

input voltage. After the PV array

configuration is corrected, the

SUN2000 alarm disappears.

 Cause ID = 4

Reduce the number of PV

modules connected in series to

PV strings 7 and 8 until the

open-circuit voltage is less than

or equal to the maximum inverter

input voltage. After the PV array

configuration is corrected, the

SUN2000 alarm disappears.

106–113

Abnormal

String 1–8

Warning

Cause ID = 1

 The PV string is shielded

from sunlight for a long

time.

 The PV string deteriorates

or is damaged.

1. Check whether the PV string

current is obviously lower than

the currents of other PV strings.

2. If yes, check whether the PV

string is shielded from sunlight.

3. If the PV string is clean and not

shielded from sunlight, check

whether any PV module is faulty.

120–127

String 1–8

Reversed

Cause ID

= 1:

Major

Cause ID

= 2:

Warning

 Cause ID = 1

The PV string is reversely

connected.

 Cause ID = 2

Only a few PV modules are

connected in series to the

PV string, and therefore the

end voltage is lower than

that of other PV strings.

 Cause ID = 1

Check whether the PV string is

reversely connected to the

SUN2000. If yes, turn off the two

DC switches after the PV string

voltage drops within the safe

voltage range (lower than 60 V

DC), and then correct the PV

string connection.

 Cause ID = 2

Check whether the number of PV

modules connected in series to

the SUN2000 is small. If yes,

increase the number.

200

Abnormal

DC Circuit

Major

Abnormal external conditions

trigger the protection for the

DC circuit inside the SUN2000.

The possible causes are as

follows:

 Cause ID = 3

The SUN2000 input is

disconnected accidentally,

or the PV string output

Cause ID = 3/10/11

1. The SUN2000 detects its external

working conditions in real time.

After the fault is rectified, the

SUN2000 automatically recovers.

2. If the alarm persists, contact

Huawei technical support.

Cause ID = 12/15

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Alarm

ID

Alarm

Name

Alarm

Severity

Possible Cause

Suggestion

power changes sharply

because the PV string is

shielded from sunlight.

 Cause ID = 10

The three phases of the

power grid are seriously

unbalanced, which triggers

the protection for the

internal control circuit of the

SUN2000.

 Cause ID = 11

The power grid voltage

changes sharply and the

SUN2000 input power fails

to discharge in a short time,

which increases the internal

voltage and triggers

overvoltage protection.

 Cause ID = 12/15

An unrecoverable fault

occurs on a circuit inside the

SUN2000.

Turn off the AC output switch and

DC input switch. Then turn on the

AC output switch and DC input

switch after 5 minutes. If the fault

persists, contact Huawei technical

support.

202

Abnormal

Invert

Circuit

Major

Abnormal external conditions

trigger the protection for the

inverter circuit inside the

SUN2000. The possible causes

are as follows:

 Cause ID = 13

The power grid voltage

drops dramatically or the

power grid is

short-circuited, which

damages the internal voltage

detection circuit in the

SUN2000.

 Cause ID = 14

The power grid voltage

drops dramatically or the

power grid is

short-circuited. As a result,

the inverter transient output

current exceeds the upper

threshold and therefore the

inverter protection is

triggered.

 Cause ID = 16

The DC current in the power

grid exceeds the upper

Cause ID = 13/14/16

1. The inverter detects its external

working conditions in real time.

After the fault is rectified, the

SUN2000 automatically recovers.

2. If the alarm persists, contact

Huawei technical support.

Cause ID = 20

1. Check the inverter output cable

for short-circuits.

2. If the alarm persists, contact

Huawei technical support.

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Alarm

ID

Alarm

Name

Alarm

Severity

Possible Cause

Suggestion

threshold.

 Cause ID = 20

The inverter output is

short-circuited. As a result,

the output current surges to

a value above the upper

limit, and the inverter

protection is triggered.

301

Abnormal

Grid

Voltage

Major

The power grid voltage is

beyond the acceptable range.

The possible causes are as

follows:

 Cause ID = 4

The power grid voltage is

below the specified lower

threshold.

 Cause ID = 16

The power grid voltage

exceeds the specified upper

threshold.

 Cause ID = 19

The power grid voltage has

exceeded the specified

upper threshold for 10

minutes.

 Cause ID = 26

The power grid voltage

exceeds the specified upper

threshold.

 Cause ID = 28

The three phases of the

power grid differ greatly in

voltage.

 Cause ID = 29

1. The power grid

experiences an outage.

2. The AC circuit is

disconnected or AC

switch is off.

 Cause ID = 31/32/33

The impedance of the output

phase wire A (Cause ID =

31)/B (Cause ID = 32)/C

(Cause ID = 33) to the PE is

low or short-circuited.

Cause ID = 4

1. If the alarm occurs accidentally,

the power grid may be abnormal

temporarily. The SUN2000

automatically recovers after

detecting that the power grid

becomes normal.

2. If the alarm occurs frequently,

check whether the power grid

voltage is within the acceptable

range. If no, contact the local

power operator. If yes, log in to

the SUN2000 APP, SmartLogger,

or NMS to modify the power grid

overvoltage and undervoltage

protection thresholds with the

consent of the local power

operator.

3. If the fault persists for a long

time, check the AC switch and

AC output power cable.

Cause ID = 16/19/26

1. Check whether the grid-tied

voltage exceeds the upper

threshold. If yes, contact the local

power operator.

2. If you have confirmed that the

grid-tied voltage exceeds the

upper threshold and obtained the

consent of the local power

operator, modify the overvoltage

and undervoltage protection

thresholds.

3. Check whether the peak power

grid voltage exceeds the upper

threshold.

Cause ID = 28

1. If the exception is caused by an

external fault, the SUN2000

automatically recovers after the

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Alarm

ID

Alarm

Name

Alarm

Severity

Possible Cause

Suggestion

fault is rectified.

2. If the alarm persists and affects

the energy yield of the power

station, contact the local power

operator.

Cause ID = 29

1. Check the AC voltage.

2. Check that the AC power cable is

securely connected and that the

AC switch is ON.

Cause ID = 31/32/33

Check the impedance of output

phase wire A (Cause ID = 31)/B

(Cause ID = 32)/C (Cause ID = 33)

to the PE and locate the position with

lower impedance and resolve the

issue.

305

Abnormal

Grid

Frequency

Major

 Cause ID = 2

The actual power grid

frequency is higher than the

standard requirement for the

local power grid.

 Cause ID = 4

The actual power grid

frequency is lower than the

standard requirement for the

local power grid.

 Cause ID = 5

The actual change rate of

the power grid frequency

does not meet the standard

requirement for the local

power grid.

Cause ID = 2/4

1. If the alarm occurs accidentally,

the power grid may be abnormal

temporarily. The SUN2000

automatically recovers after

detecting that the power grid

becomes normal.

2. If the alarm occurs frequently,

check whether the power grid

frequency is within the

acceptable range. If no, contact

the local power operator. If yes,

log in to the SUN2000 APP,

SmartLogger, or NMS to modify

the power grid overfrequency and

underfrequency protection

thresholds with the consent of the

local power operator.

Cause ID = 5

1. If the alarm occurs accidentally,

the power grid may be abnormal

temporarily. The SUN2000

automatically recovers after

detecting that the power grid

becomes normal.

2. If the alarm occurs frequently,

check whether the power grid

frequency is within the

acceptable range. If no, contact

the local power operator.

313

Low

Major

Cause ID = 1

1. Check the impedance between

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Alarm

ID

Alarm

Name

Alarm

Severity

Possible Cause

Suggestion

Insulation

Resistance

 A short circuit occurs

between the PV string and

the PGND cable.

 The PV string is installed in

a moist environment for a

long time.

the PV string and the PGND

cable. If a short circuit occurs,

rectify the fault.

2. If you are sure that the impedance

is less than the default value in a

cloudy or rainy environment, log

in to the SUN2000 APP,

SmartLogger, or NMS and set

Insulation resistance

protection.

318

Abnormal

Residual

Current

Major

Cause ID = 1

The insulation resistance

against the PGND cable at the

input side decreases when the

SUN2000 is running, which

causes an excessively high

residual current.

1. If the alarm occurs accidentally,

the external circuit may be

abnormal temporarily. The

SUN2000 automatically recovers

after fault is rectified.

2. If the alarm occurs repeatedly or

persists, check whether the

impedance between the PV string

and the ground is excessively

low.

321

Cabinet

Overtemper

ature

Major

Cause ID = 1

 The SUN2000 is installed in

a place with poor

ventilation.

 The ambient temperature

exceeds the upper threshold.

 The internal fan works

abnormally.

1. Check the ventilation and

ambient temperature of the

SUN2000 installation position.

2. If the ventilation is poor or the

ambient temperature exceeds the

upper threshold, improve the

ventilation and heat dissipation.

3. If the ventilation and ambient

temperature both meet

requirements, contact Huawei

technical support.

322

Abnormal

SPI

Communica

tion

Major

Cause ID = 1

An unrecoverable fault occurs

on a circuit inside the

SUN2000.

Turn off the AC output switch and

DC input switch. Then turn on the

AC output switch and DC input

switch after 5 minutes. If the fault

persists, contact Huawei technical

support.

326

Abnormal

Grounding

Major

Cause ID = 1

 The neutral wire or PGND

cable does not connect to

the SUN2000.

 When you are grounding the

PV string, you do not

connect an isolation

transformer to the inverter

output.

1. Check that the neutral wire or

PGND cable properly connects to

the inverter.

2. If the PV string is grounded,

check whether the inverter output

needs to connect to an isolation

transformer. If yes, connect the

transformer to the SUN2000.

400

System

Fault

Major

Cause ID = 1/3/21/23/27

An unrecoverable fault occurs

Turn off the AC output switch and

DC input switch. Then turn on the

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Alarm

ID

Alarm

Name

Alarm

Severity

Possible Cause

Suggestion

on a circuit inside the

SUN2000.

AC output switch and DC input

switch after 5 minutes. If the fault

persists, contact Huawei technical

support.

410

Abnormal

Auxiliary

Power

Major

Cause ID = 4

The sampling control board has

an abnormal voltage, which

may be caused by the

following:

 The internal power chip of

the sampling control board

is faulty.

 The detection circuit

becomes faulty.

1. When the alarm is generated, the

SUN2000 shuts down

automatically. When the fault is

rectified, the SUN2000 starts

automatically.

2. If the alarm persists, contact

Huawei technical support.

411

AFCI

Self-Check

Failure

Major

Cause ID = 1/2/3

AFCI check fails.

1. Turn off the AC output switch

and DC input switch. Then turn

on the AC output switch and DC

input switch after 5 minutes. If

the fault persists, contact Huawei

technical support.

2. Disable the AFCI function if you

are sure not to use it.

412

DC Arc

Fault

Major

Cause ID = 1/2/3/4

The PV string cable is in poor

contact or with open circuits.

Check whether the PV string cable is

in poor contact or with open circuits.

If yes, reconnect the cable.

504

Software

Version

Unmatch

Minor

Cause ID = 1/2/3

During inverter software

upgrade, the version of the

software loaded is incorrect.

Check whether you have performed

a software upgrade recently. If yes,

upgrade the software to the correct

version again.

505

Upgrade

Failed

Major

Cause ID = 1

The upgrade does not end

normally.

Perform the upgrade again.

61440

Flash Fault

Minor

Cause ID = 1

 The flash memory is

insufficient.

 The flash memory has bad

sectors.

1. Replace the monitoring board.

2. If the monitoring board is built

into the monitoring device,

replace the monitoring device.

If you cannot rectify faults with the measures listed in the preceding table, contact Huawei technical

support.

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9 Handling the SUN2000

9.1 Removing the SUN2000

Before removing the SUN2000, disconnect both the AC and DC power supplies. For

processes of disconnecting the power supplies, see 6.3 Powering Off the SUN2000. After

powering off the SUN2000, wait at least 5 minutes before performing operations on it.

Perform the following operations to remove the SUN2000:

1. Disconnect all cables from the SUN2000, including RS485 communications cables, DC

input power cables, AC output power cables, and ground cables.

2. Remove the SUN2000 from the mounting bracket.

3. Remove the mounting bracket.

9.2 Packing the SUN2000

 If the original packing materials are available, put the SUN2000 inside them and then

seal them by using adhesive tape.

 If the original packing materials are not available, put the SUN2000 inside a suitable

cardboard box and seal it properly.

9.3 Disposing of the SUN2000

If the SUN2000 service life expires, dispose of it according to the local disposal rules for

electrical equipment waste.

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10 Technical Specifications

Efficiency

Item

SUN2000-33KTL-

US

SUN2000-36KTL-

US

SUN2000-40KTL-

US

Maximum

conversion

efficiency

98.9%

CEC efficiency

98.5%

Input

Item

SUN2000-33KTL-

US

SUN2000-36KTL-

US

SUN2000-40KTL-

US

Maximum input

power

37,500 W

41,000 W

45,100 W

Maximum input

voltage

1000 V

Maximum input

current (per MPPT)

22 A

Maximum

short-circuit current

(per MPPT)

30 A

Maximum inverter

backfeed current to

the PV array

0 A

Minimum startup

voltage

250 V

MPPT voltage range

at full load

460–850 V

490–850 V

530–850 V

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MPPT voltage range

200–1000 V

Rated input voltage

720 V

Number of inputs

8

Number of MPPT

circuits

4

Output

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Rated output power

33,300 W

36,000 W

40,000 W

Maximum apparent

power

36,600 VA

40,000 VA

44,000 VA

Maximum AC

output power (cosφ

= 1)

36,600 W

40,000 W

44,000 W

Rated output voltage

277 V/480 V, 3W+PE/3W+Na+PE

Rated output current

40.1 A

43.4 A

48.2 A

Maximum output

current

44.1 A

48.2 A

53 A

Adapted power grid

frequency

60 Hz

Power factor

0.8 lagging ... 0.8 leading

Total harmonic

distortion (THD)

< 3%

Note a: Choose whether to connect the neutral wire based on the application scenario.

When the SUN2000 is used in a scenario with the neutral wire, you need to set Output

mode to Three-phase, four-wire on the SUN2000 APP, SmartLogger, or NMS.

Protection

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Standalone

operating detection

(anti-islanding

protection)

Supported

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Input DC switch

Supported

Output overcurrent

protection

Supported

Input reverse

connection

protection

Supported

PV string fault

detection

Supported

DC surge protection

Category C

AC surge protection

Category C

Insulation resistance

detection

Supported

Residual current

device (RCD)

detection

Supported

Communication

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Display

LED indicator, Bluetooth + APP, USB data cable + APP

RS485

Supported

USB

Supported

PLC

Supported

Common Parameters

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Dimensions (W x H

x D)

930 mm x 550 mm x 260 mm (36.61 in. x 21.65 in. x 10.24 in.)

Weight

55 kg (121.25 lb)

Operating

temperature

–25°C to +60°C (–13°F to +140°F)

Cooling mode

Natural convection

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Altitude

5000 m (16404.20 ft, derated when the altitude is greater than 4000

m [13123.36 ft])

Humidity

0%–100% RH

Input terminal

Amphenol HH4 or MC4

Output terminal

Waterproof PG connector + OT terminal

Protection level

Type 4X

Topology

Transformerless

Standards Compliance

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Criterion

UL 1741, UL 1699B, UL 1998, CSA C22.2 #107.1-01, FCC Part

15, IEEE 1547, IEEE 1547.1

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A Grid Codes

Set the grid code that applies to the country or region where the PV plant is located.

Table A-1 Grid codes

No.

Grid Code

Description

1

IEEE 1547-MV480

US medium-voltage power grid

2

IEEE 1547a-MV480

2016 US medium-voltage power grid

3

PRC_024_ERCOT-MV480

Texas medium-voltage power grid

4

PRC_024_Eastern-MV480

Eastern US medium-voltage power grid

5

PRC_024_Western-MV480

Western US medium-voltage power

grid

6

PRC_024_Quebec-MV480

Quebec medium-voltage power grid

7

ELECTRIC RULE NO.21-MV480

California medium-voltage power grid

8

HECO-MV480

Hawaii medium-voltage power grid

The grid codes are subject to change. The listed codes are for reference only.

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B Acronyms and Abbreviations

A

ACDU

AC distribution unit

C

CCO

central controller

E

EFUP

environmentally friendly use period

L

LED

light emitting diode

M

MPP

maximum power point

MPPT

maximum power point tracking

N

NMS

network management system

P

PID

potential induced degradation

PLC

power line communication

PV

photovoltaic

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R

RCD

residual current device

T

THD

total harmonic distortion

W

WEEE

waste electrical and electronic equipment

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