Quick Start Guide

A
B
C
D
E
Quick Start Guide
Contact Information
Audience
These instructions are for use by qualified personnel who meet all local and governmental code requirements for licensing
and training for the installation of 120/240 Vac power systems with AC and DC voltage up to 600 volts. They must also be
familiar with communication networks and basic computer skills. This product enables secure communications with the utility.
Its installation may be stipulated as part of the interconnection agreement. Complete installation may require personnel well
versed in the agreement, communications networks, and all local and government code requirements. Failure to install or use
this equipment as instructed in the literature can result in damage to the equipment that may not be covered under the
limited warranty. This product is only serviceable by qualified personnel.
Introduction
The CSIP (Common Smart Inverter Profile) Bridge is an IEEE 2030.5-certified
gateway. It communicates with the MATE3s System Display and Controller.
When installed on a network (Ethernet) with the MATE3s, the CSIP Bridge
enables communication between the MATE3s (and the inverters connected
to it) and the utility company.
Requirements
o MATE3s System Display and Controller
o Radia
n or FXR inverter installation
with
associated compo
nents
o Must be on the same local area network as the MATE3s
o Requ
ires MATE3s firmware 001.004.003 or above
 Does not need to be located near the MATE3s
o Requ
ires the use of a USB power supply (provided)
o Requ
ires a USB computer conne
ction for
initial configuration
(cable provided)
o Must be insta
lled indoors
Features
o LED indicators A and B
(lo
cated inside housing)
 Indicator A will pulse when unit is in operation
 Indicator B will illuminate when unit is powered up
o
U
SB (Micro-B) port C
 Used for power
 Also used for communications during
initial boot-up
o Ethernet co
mmunications port D
o USB (A) port E
 Not us
ed at this time
CSIP Bridge
About OutBack Power
OutBack Power is a leader in advanced energy conversion technology. OutBack products include true sine wave
inverter/chargers, maximum power point tracking charge controllers, and system communication components,
as well as circuit breakers, batteries, accessories, and assembled systems.
Contact Information
Address 17825 – 59th Avenue N.E.
Suite B
Arlington, WA 98223 USA
Website: www.outbackpower.com
Disclaimer
UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO IN WRITING, OUTBACK POWER:
(a) MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY, SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL
OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN ITS MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION.
(b) ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, WHETHER DIRECT, INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL, WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION.
THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER’S RISK.
OutBack Power cannot be responsible for system failure, damages, or injury resulting from improper installation
of their products. Information included in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Notice of Copyright
CSIP Bridge Quick Start Guide ©2020 by OutBack Power. All Rights Reserved.
Trademarks
OutBack Power and the OutBack Power logo are trademarks owned and used by OutBack Power, an EnerSys company.
These trademarks may be registered in the United States and other countries.
Date and Revision
June 2020, Revision B
IMPORTANT:
Not intended for use with
life support equipment.
900-00263-01-001 REV B
©2020 OutBack Power. All Rights Reserved.
In the future, utility companies may begin
issuing event schedules for active and
reactive power values, as well as
power modes and other settings.
Applicability
o Requires MATE3s firmware 001.004.003 or above
o Th
e following inverters are SunSpec 2030.5
CSIP certified:
 Radian A Series Inverter / Charge
rs
GS8
048A
GS4048A
FLEXpower Radian integrated systems
 FXR / VFXR A Series Inverter / Ch
argers
FXR252
4A
FXR3048A
VFXR3524A
VFXR3648A