Logger4000Data LoggerUser ManualLogger4000-UEN-Ver11202110 Logger4000-UEN-Ver11-202110 Logger4000 Data Logger User Manual
Contents 1 About this Manual ....................................................................................... 1 1.1 Validity ......................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Target Group................................................................................................ 1 1.3 Symbol Explanations .................................................................................... 1 1.4 How to Use This Manual....................
7.4.2 Connecting to the Inverter with MPLC Port ........................................ 28 7.5 Connecting to the Meteo Station................................................................. 30 7.6 Connecting to the Energy Meter ................................................................. 31 7.6.1 RS485 Cable Connection.................................................................. 32 7.6.2 Ethernet Cable Connection ............................................................... 32 7.
9.7.1 Device List........................................................................................ 51 9.7.2 Firmware Update.............................................................................. 52 9.7.3 Inverter Log ...................................................................................... 53 9.7.4 AFCI Activation ................................................................................. 53 9.8 History Data ...................................................................
14 Appendix A: Technical Data ................................................................. 87 15 Appendix B: Related Drawings ........................................................... 89 16 Appendix C: General Information ....................................................... 90 16.1 Quality Guarantee .................................................................................... 90 16.2 Contact Information .................................................................................
1 About this Manual 1.1 Validity This manual is valid for the following data loggers: • 1.2 Logger4000 Target Group This manual is applicable to technical personnel who are responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of the Logger4000 and to users who need to perform daily operation. Readers should have the following qualifications: • Have some knowledge of electrical and electric cabling and mechanical knowledge; and be familiar with electrical and mechanical diagrams.
1 About this Manual Symbols User Manual Explanation Risk of electric shock! If not avoided, lethal hazard can be caused. Firmly ground the protective ground terminal to ensure the safety of operators! Do not touch live parts until 30second after disconnection from the sources! Symbols This manual contains important safety and operational instructions that must be accurately understood and respected during the installation and maintenance of the equipment.
User Manual 1 About this Manual All rights reserved including the pictures, symbols, and markings used in this manual. Any reproduction or disclosure, even partially, of the contents of this manual is strictly prohibited without prior written authorization of SUNGROW. The content of the manual will be periodically updated or revised as per the product development. It is probably that there are changes in manuals for the subsequent module edition.
2 Safety Instructions This chapter mainly introduces safety instructions that need to be respected during the operation of Logger4000. The Logger4000 has been designed and tested strictly according to international safety regulations. As electrical and electronic equipment, the Logger4000 must be installed, commissioned, operated, and maintained in strict accordance with related safety instructions.
User Manual 2 Safety Instructions Disconnect all electrical connections and the upstream input switch and make sure the Logger4000 is voltage-free during installation. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
2 Safety Instructions User Manual Never replace the internal components of the Logger4000 without authorization. SUNGROW shall not be held liable for any possible damage caused by ignorance of this warning.
3 Product Introduction 3.1 Function Description Logger4000 is equipped with the following functions: Support of Device Connection Logger4000 can be connected to devices in the PV system via an RS485 bus, and it can be also connected to SUNGROW string inverter equipped with the PLC communication function through the PLC cable. The Logger4000 can store and process device information as well as convert data communication protocol.
3 Product Introduction User Manual Smart IV Curve Diagnosis Logger4000 can perform smart IV curve diagnosis on SUNGROW inverter, and the results can be viewed on Insight, iSolarSuite, or iSolarCloud. For detailed description of the smart IV curve diagnosis, refer to the manual of iSolarCloud or Insight. Built-in MPLC Logger4000 has a built-in MPLC-H (Broadband Power Line Carrier Communication), which can be directly connected to the string inverter with MPLC function produced by SUNGROW. 3.
User Manual 3 Product Introduction f i g u r e 3 - 2 Star networking Connecte d to iSolarCloud through a router As shown in the figure below, the Logger4000 can be directly connected to the iSolarCloud through a router. 3.3 Appearance 3.3.1 Appearance Appearance of the Logger4000 is shown in the following figure.
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User Manual Indicator 3 Product Introduction Name Status On FAULT Fault indicator Status Description The inverter connected is faulty The inverter Off connected is not faulty 3.3.
4 Installation Flow The following figure shows the overall installation flow of Logger4000. No. Procedure Reference chapter 1 Unpacking and inspection "5.1 Scope of Delivery" 2 Read the user manual, especially "Safety Instructions" "2 Safety Instructions" Store the Logger4000 properly 3 if it is not to be installed "5.4 Storage" immediately 12 4 Installation location selection "6.
User Manual 4 Installation Flow No. Procedure Reference chapter 7 Check before commissioning "8.1 Inspection before Commissioning" 8 Commissioning "8.
5 Unpacking and Storage 5.1 Scope of Delivery Check the scope of delivery for completeness according to the packing list. The following items should be included. No.
User Manual No. 5 Unpacking and Storage Name Tapping screw assembly J Description 8, including ST4.8x19 expansion bolts and tapping screws, used for wall-mounted installation 6, M4x8 cross recessed countersunk head K Fastener assembly screws, used to anchor the mounting ears to the Logger4000 5.2 Identifying the Logger4000 The type and key technical parameters of the Logger4000 can be found on the nameplate.
5 Unpacking and Storage User Manual Only undamaged Logger4000 can be installed and commissioned. Before installation, ensure that: 5.4 • The Logger4000 is intact without any damages. • Related documents, such as quick user manual, are enclosed. Storage If the Logger4000 is not to be installed immediately after receiving, observe the following requirements to store it properly: • The Logger4000 should be store in its original packing case and placed in a wellventilated, dry, and tidy room.
6 Mechanical Installation 6.1 Location Selection This section is intended to guide the user in selecting an appropriate installation location. Installation Location Requirements • With the ingress of protection IP 20, the Logger4000 can be installed only indoors. • Ambient temperature range: -30℃ to +60℃. The relative humidity should not exceed 95%. If otherwise, the internal components will be damaged. • The installation environment should be free of inflammable, explosive, and corrosive materials.
6 Mechanical Installation 6.2 User Manual Installation Tools Installation tools include but are not limited to the following recommended ones. If necessary, use other auxiliary tools on site. Knife Marker Measuring Gloves Mask Shoes Electric drill(φ6) Screwdriver Wire stripper Wire cutter Tube crimp Slotted screwdriver (M2, M6) Phillips(M4) 6.3 Rubber Goggles Installing Logger4000 The Logger4000 can be installed anywhere in the room meeting the installation environment requirements.
User Manual 6 Mechanical Installation Turn on the vacuum cleaner and wear safety goggles and dust mask throughout the drilling process to avoid dust inhalation or contact with eyes.
6 Mechanical Installation User Manual step 3 Insert the tap screw and mounting ear successively into the expansion sleeve, to fix the Logger4000 onto the wall. step 4 Fasten the tapping screw with a screwdriver by the torque of 0.3N·m. - - End 6.3.2 Rack-mounted Installation Use 1U standard rack in case of the rack-mounted installation.
User Manual 6 Mechanical Installation step 1 Mark positions on the rack according to dimensions of the Logger4000. step 2 Drill holes on the rack with a hammer drill of φ6mm. step 3 Level the mounting ears with the drilled holes on the rack.
6 Mechanical Installation User Manual step 4 Fix the Logger4000 in the sequence of screws, mounting ears, rack, and nuts.
7 Electrical Connection 7.1 Safety Instructions High voltage hazard! The Logger4000 should be reliably ground. Never touch the AC power supply port "AC IN 100–277V,0.48A" and MPLC communication port "L1、L2、L3" when the device is powered on. High voltage hazard! Danger will be caused by touching the MPLC communication port immediately after powering down. Wait at least 30s to have the capacitor discharge completely. Do not enable the rated DC input and AC input to supply power at the same time.
7 Electrical Connection 7.2 User Manual Port Introduction The layout and identifiers of Logger4000 terminals are shown below. Identifier Name Recommended cable Description Can be connected to the FE1~FE4 Ethernet port - background through devices like switch and router. SFP1, SFP2 ETH CONSOLE Fiber port Fast dispatch port Debug port - Function reserved Used for fast active and - reactive power control via Goose protocol - Reserved 0.
User Manual Identifier 7 Electrical Connection Name Recommended cable Description 2 x (0.75~1.5) A1B1~A7B7 RS485 mm2 outdoor Support of 7 inputs of RS485 communication anti-ultraviolet Can be connected to both interface twisted pair with slave device and background a shielding layer Inter-Range IRIG-B Instrumentation Group-Time - Reserved - Reserved Code Format B CAN CAN communication port DC IN DC24V power 24V,1.25A supply port AC IN 100– 277V,0.48A AC power supply port 1~1.
7 Electrical Connection User Manual RS485 communication ports For the RS485 communication ports (A1B1~A7B7), the communication distance should be no more than 1,000m. 7.3 Overview The Logger4000 can be connected to: 7.4 • devices in the PV system such as the inverter, combiner box, Meteo Station, and energy meter through the RS485 port • background devices through the Ethernet port • transformer or other devices through the MPLC port Connecting to the Inverter 7.4.
User Manual 7 Electrical Connection • The Logger4000 supports 6 RS485 buses and 200 devices at most. Each RS485 bus supports 80 devices at most. • Devices of different types must be connected to different RS485 communication ports of the Logger4000. For example, the transformer and the inverter should be connected to different RS485 communication ports of the Logger4000.
7 Electrical Connection User Manual step 4 Crimp the wiring terminal. • RS485A is connected to port A while RS485B is connected to port B. • The RS485 communication cable must be the shielded twisted pair with the shielding layer single-point grounded. When a multi-core and multi-strand copper core cable is used, the communications cable connected to an RS485 port on Logger must be pressfitted to cord end terminals of proper specification.
User Manual 7 Electrical Connection Preparation before wiring • Disconnect the transformer from the grid. • Disconnect the DC side of the inverter and make sure the system is in safe state. Wiring method Connect one end of the MPLC power cable in the scope of delivery to MPLC ports L1, L2, and L3 of Logger, and the other end to the three-phase ports of the circuit breaker. Port L1 of Logger must be connected to phase A of the circuit breaker, port L2 to phase B, and port L3 to phase C.
7 Electrical Connection User Manual Isolation voltage of the MPLC cable should be greater than 1,000V, recommended cable specification: 0.5mm2. MPLC cable must be connected to an additional SPD with the protection degree of 3. Otherwise, device damage may occur. The built-in MPLC module of the Logger4000 supports AC voltage less than 1000V. In case of MPLC communication, the distance between the Logger4000 and the inverter should be no more than 1,000m.
User Manual 7 Electrical Connection step 3 Assemble proper cord end terminals to communication cable whose protective layer and insulation layer are stripped off and crimp them with a crimping tool. step 4 Connect the cable to the RS485 port of the Logger4000, as shown in the figure below. - - End 7.6 Connecting to the Energy Meter The Logger can be connected to the energy meter through the RS485 port or the Ethernet port. Specifically, refer to the table below.
7 Electrical Connection User Manual Energy Communicat- Port Protocol Meter ion Port Definition Type 22 RS485-B Modbus "7.6.1 RS485 Cable 23 RS485-A RTU Connection" Ethernet Ethernet Modbus "7.6.2 Ethernet Cable TCP Connection" Janitza UMG604 Wiring Method 7.6.1 RS485 Cable Connection step 1 Lead the RS485 cable from the energy meter to the wiring area of the Logger4000.
User Manual 7.7 7 Electrical Connection Wiring of DI Signal The DI port is used to access DI signals, such as remote grid dispatching instructions and alarms. Only passive dry contact signals are supported. It is recommended that the signal transmission distance not exceed 10m. step 1 Strip the protection layer and insulation layer of the dry contact input signal cable with a wire striper, as shown in the figure below.
7 Electrical Connection 7.8 User Manual Wiring of DO Signal Port 1 corresponds to NO, port 2 to NC, and port 3 to COM. NO/COM is the normally open contact, and NC/COM is the normally closed contact. It is recommended that the signal transmission distance not exceed 10m. step 1 Strip the protection layer and insulation layer of the dry contact output signal cable with a wire striper, as shown in the figure below.
User Manual 7.9 7 Electrical Connection Wiring of AI Signal The AI port is used to access AI signals of devices such as environmental monitoring sensors. It is recommended that the signal transmission distance not exceed 10m. step 1 Strip the protection layer and insulation layer of the analog input signal cable with a wire striper, as shown in the figure below.
7 Electrical Connection User Manual AI2 AI3 Supported current input range: 4mA～20mA AI4 AI + is connected to AI signal +, AI - is connected AI signal -. 7.10 Wiring of PT Signal Logger4000 is designed with two PT ports and supports 3-wire or 2-wire PT100/ PT1000 temperature sensor connection. step 1 Strip the protection layer and insulation layer of the signal cable for temperature detection with a wire striper, as shown in the figure below.
User Manual 7 Electrical Connection f i g u r e 7 - 1 3–wire PT100/PT1000 connection f i g u r e 7 - 2 2–wire PT100/PT1000 connection - - End 7.11 Connecting to the Remote Monitoring Device The Logger4000 is equipped with four Ethernet ports: FE1~FE4. The function of the ETH1 is reserved. Access the Ethernet switch and the router through either port. This section takes connecting to an Ethernet switch as an example to illustrate the wiring steps.
7 Electrical Connection User Manual step 2 Configure network parameters. - - End • Default IP address of Ethernet ports (FE1 to FE4) : 12.12.12.12. • If the DHCP function is enabled for Ethernet ports (FE1 to FE4), it is available to read the IP address of the Ethernet port after connecting it to a router. 7.12 Connecting to the AC Power Supply The Logger4000 can be connected to a power source with voltage ranging from 100 to 277Vac.
User Manual 7 Electrical Connection - - End The Logger4000 can be connected to both AC power supply and DC power supply. UPS can be used as a DC backup power source. 7.13 Connecting to the DC Power Supply The Logger4000 can be connected to 24Vdc external power supply. UPS can be used as a power source. step 1 Lead the external power supply cable to the wiring area of the Logger4000. step 2 Strip off the protective layer and insulation layer of the power cable with wire strippers, as shown below.
7 Electrical Connection User Manual - - End 7.14 Earthing Connection The grounding cable should be grounded reliably. Otherwise, lethal electric shock may occur in case of fault; and the device may be damaged due to lightning. step 1 Strip the protection layer and insulation layer of the grounding cable by specific length, as shown in the figure below. step 2 Select proper OT terminal and crimp them.
User Manual No. 7 Electrical Connection Description Note A Bolt M4 B OT terminal — C Grounding hole — step 4 Fasten the screw with a wrench by the torque of 5±1N·m.
8 Commissioning 8.1 Inspection before Commissioning No. Inspection item 1 All cables are intact, well-insulated, and appropriately dimensioned 2 All cables are connected correctly and firmly 3 The polarity of the power supply cable is correct. The grounding cable is reliably grounded 8.2 Commissioning Steps No. Description Use a network cable to connect the debugging PC to any port on 1. Logger4000 (The default IP address of ports FE1~FE4 is 12.12.12.12, and the virtual IP address is 14.14.
User Manual 8 Commissioning Additional Information To create power plants through iSolarCloud App, proceed as follows after downloading and installing the App: 1 Log in to the Web of Logger4000, and click "About" to get the QR code. 2 Scan the QR code with iSolarCloud App or manually enter the serial number S/N to add corresponding communication device. For more details, refer to Quick Operation Manual of iSolarCloud App.
9 Web Interface 9.1 Running Requirements 9.2 Item Parameter Browser IE11 or later, Chrome65 or later, and Safari11 or later Min. resolution 1024x768 Login Steps step 1 Connect Logger4000 to the PC network card. step 2 Configure the IP addresses of the PC and the Ethernet ports (FE1~FE4) on the same network segment. If the default IP address of the Ethernet ports is 12.12.12.12, the IP address of the PC can be set to 12.12.12.X and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
User Manual 9 Web Interface - - End 9.3 Web Main Interface When the "O&M user" logs into the Web for the first time, the "Help" window pops up. Follow the prompts to perform operations such as time synchronization, device connection, and forwarding configuration.
9 Web Interface User Manual After logging into the Web, first configure the serial ports of the Logger4000, to ensure that the Logger4000 can normally communicate with upstream devices. Refer to the chapter"9.9.14 Interface". step 2 Calibrate the system time. Check whether the current system time is correct, and perform manual time synchronization or automatic time synchronization when necessary. Refer to the chapter"9.9.8 System Time". step 3 Automatically search the device.
User Manual • 9 Web Interface Transfer configuration Transfer the data connected by the system to the background. Refer to the chapter"9.9.9 Forwarding Configuration", "9.9.10 IEC104", "9.9.11 MODBUS", "9.9.12 Third-party portal","9.9.13 Forward GOOSE Service Configuration". • System maintenance Support of operations such as system upgrade, log export, and rebooting. Refer to the chapter"9.9 System".
9 Web Interface User Manual step 3 Select a device in the device list and view the voltage and current information of multiple MPPTs and multiple strings corresponding to the device on the right. - - End 9.6.3 Initial Parameter step 1 Click "Device monitoring" -> "Initial parameter" to enter the corresponding interface and set initial parameters. step 2 Click to select needed device type in the drop-down list. step 3 Select a device in the device list and set its initial parameters on the right.
User Manual 9 Web Interface • Configure the parameters of a single device: enter the parameter value and click “Settings”. • Configure parameters for multiple devices: enter parameter values and click “Configure Synchronization”, then this setting will be synchronized to multiple devices. - - End 9.6.6 Protection Parameters step 1 Click “Device Monitoring” ->“Protection Parameters” to enter the interface and set device protection parameters. step 2 Set in combination with the parameter setting range.
9 Web Interface User Manual 9.6.9 General Parameters step 1 Click “Device Monitoring” -> “General Parameters” to enter the interface and set general parameters of the device. step 2 Select "Read-back", set "Register Address", " Register Number" and "Address Type", and click [Read-back]. The current value of the device can be read. step 3 Select "Settings", set "Register Address, "Data Type" and "Set Value". • Set general parameters for a single device: Click 【Settings】 to complete the Settings.
User Manual 9.7 9 Web Interface Device Maintenance 9.7.1 Device List The function module "Device list" is used for managing devices connected to the Logger4000 and configuring addresses for these devices. Devices can be automatically searched and added. 9.7.1.1 Auto search The "Auto search" function is used for SUNGROW string inverter to which addresses will be automatically allocated. step 1 Click "Device" -> "Device list" to enter the corresponding interface.
9 Web Interface User Manual step 2 Click "Add device", select a device type in the pop-up window, and fill in the information required. step 3 Click "Save". - - End 9.7.1.5 Edit device step 1 Click "Device" -> "Device list" to enter the corresponding interface. step 2 Click the button in the operation bar, to modify the name of the device connected to the Logger4000 and other parameters. step 3 Click "Save". - - End The "Device Name" is named in the form device model (port numbercommunication address).
User Manual 9 Web Interface The upgrade package supports both .sgu and .zip files, where the .zip file must be compressed by UC packaging tool. Contact SUNGROW customer service if the UC packaging tool is needed. 9.7.3 Inverter Log step 1 Click "Device" -> "Inverter log" to enter the corresponding interface. step 2 Select the device running information, and click the button progress. to view the export step 3 Click "Save" to store the exported log in the local.
9 Web Interface User Manual step 1 Click "System" -> "System maintenance" to enter the corresponding interface. step 2 Click "System upgrade", "Local Update Package" or "Online Update Package", select the upgrade file, and export it to the system. step 3 Click "Upgrade" on the pop-up version information window. The system enters upgrade state. - - End The upgrade file should be in the ".zip" format. 9.9.3 Log export step 1 Click "System" -> "System maintenance" to enter the corresponding interface.
User Manual Remote maintenance switch 9 Web Interface Description state Disabled Not allow for remote maintenance on the Logger4000 Enable Allow for remote maintenance on the Logger4000 In case the remote maintenance switch is in the "Enable" state, the remote service address needs to be set. • Users in mainland China select "Chinese Server", • Users in Europe select "European Server". • Users in Australia select "Australian Server"； • Users in other regions select the "International Server".
9 Web Interface User Manual step 1 When the option "Inverter timing" is selected, device time will be synchronized with the time of Logger4000. step 2 When the clock source is set to "User define", user can manually set the current system time and time zone in the following two manners: • Select "Use PC time" to synchronize the time of the Logger4000 with the time of the PC. • Click the "Time zone" pull-down-list and select the local time zone.
User Manual 9 Web Interface Clock Descriptions Source User can manually set the current system time and time zone in the following two manners: • Select "Use PC time" to synchronize the time of the Logger4000 with the time of the PC. • Click the "Time zone" pull-down-list and select the local time zone. Enter the "Date" and "Time" and click "Save" to manually set the time of the Logger4000. User define It is recommended to select "User define" during debugging.
9 Web Interface User Manual Click "System" -> "Transfer configuration" -> "IEC104" to enter the corresponding interface. Server Mode In the server mode, Logger4000 is used as a Server and connected to PC server to implement data transmission and instruction delivery. The local port is 2404. White list setting Click "White List Setting" to enter the interface. When the option "Enable White List" is not selected, and the peer IP address is "0.0.0.
User Manual 9 Web Interface 9.9.10.2 Export IEC104 Forwarding Point Table step 1 Click "System"->"Transfer Configuration"->"IEC104" to enter the "Server" interface by default. step 2 Click to export the forwarding point table in .xml or .csv format to local. - - End 9.9.10.3 Client Mode In the client mode, Logger4000 is used as a Client and connected to PC server to implement data transmission and instruction delivery.
9 Web Interface User Manual 9.9.11.2 Client Mode In the client mode, Logger4000 is used a Client and connected to PC server through Modbus TCP protocol to implement data transmission and instruction delivery. step 1 Click "System" -> "Transfer Configuration" -> "MODBUS" to enter the "Server" tab by default. step 2 Click "Client" to enter the corresponding tab. step 3 Click "Add" to enter the "Advanced Settings" interface. step 4 Enter the port number of the server and the peer port and click "Save".
User Manual 9 Web Interface 9.9.13 Forward GOOSE Service Configuration "Forward GOOSE Service Configuration" is used to configure the Forward GOOSE Service of Logger4000. step 1 Click "System"->"Transfer Configuration"->"GOOSE" to enter the "GOOSE" interface. step 2 Click on the operation bar to export the GOOSE data configuration file to local. step 3 Decompress the exported package, and open the . cfg file using Excel in the package. View and modify the GOOSE data configuration file.
9 Web Interface User Manual 9.9.14.2 Ethernet Perform Ethernet settings on this interface. step 1 Click "System" -> "Interface" -> "Ethernet" to enter the corresponding interface. step 2 If auto IP allocation is , the IP address of port ETH in invalid. Log in to the device using the virtual IP address. Port Default IP Virtual IP ETH 12.12.12.12 14.14.14.
User Manual 9 Web Interface step 2 Set the initial status of DO to “NO” or “NC”, and click mode", and "Action time". Click to set "Function", "Action to save the settings. step 3 If there is an external IO device connected to the logger, click "External" to set the DO information of this device. - - End 9.9.15 MPLC step 1 Click "System"->"MPLC" to enter corresponding interface. step 2 Click on the operation bar to set information of master and slave nodes. - - End 9.9.
10 Grid Dispatching 10.1 Function Description Logger4000 is equipped with a power control module. The module is used to receive control instructions from the grid dispatch center and send the control instructions to the monitored inverter through the RS485 port, thereby controlling the active power, reactive power, power factor, start/stop of the inverter. 10.2 Power Regulation Power regulation includes active power control and reactive power regulation. 10.2.1 Active Power 10.2.1.
User Manual 10 Grid Dispatching table 10-1 Parameter description Parameter Description Open loop control: Remote monitoring background is connected and active instruction of remote dispatching is sent to the power output port of the inverter, thereby achieving active power control.
10 Grid Dispatching User Manual Parameter Description Adjustment ratio (%)** If the adjustment does not reach the set target value, increase or decrease adjustment value according to the set adjustment ratio, so as to reach the target value. Control Cycle** Time interval of delivering dispatching instructions Parameter range: 5~60s The parameters noted with * refer to the parameters that need to be set only when the Control Method is set to “Open-loop Control”.
User Manual 10 Grid Dispatching table 10-2 Parameter description Parameter Description Open loop control：At the start time, the locally configured active instruction is sent to the power output port of the inverter, thereby implementing active power control.
10 Grid Dispatching User Manual 10.2.1.4 AI Control When using the analog signal at the AI port of the Logger4000 as the dispatching input, set the active control mode to "Analog input". step 1 Click "Power control" -> "Active power" to enter the active power interface. step 2 Set the active control mode to "Analog input". step 3 Set AI control parameters. For specific parameter description, refer to the following table.
User Manual 10 Grid Dispatching Note: *Only when the control method is set to "Closed-loop control", the parameter "Select energy meter" is settable. step 4 (Optional) If AI configuration is selected, click "AI Configuration“ to set voltage and current sampling parameters for the selected AI port. step 5 After finishing parameter setting, click "Save" to save the operation. - - End 10.2.1.
10 Grid Dispatching User Manual Description Parameter kW: set active power value. Q-Method %: set active power percentage. Unselected Select energy meter/ Select energy meter/transformer involved in power transformer* regulation Note: *Only when the control method is set to "Closed-loop control", the parameter "Select energy meter" is settable. step 4 Add digital input manner. Select the desired DI channel, fill in the "Percentage"(fixed value of active power), and click "Save".
User Manual 10 Grid Dispatching table 10-6 Parameter description Parameter Description Logger4000 is connected to the power plant dispatch server Scheduling mode designated by the Japan Electric Power Company to achieve Kyushu electric power dispatching or Hokkaido electric power dispatching. Support remote download and local import When it is set to "Remote download", fill in plant code and Obtaining Schedule server address, and import certificate, to download schedule from the set server address.
10 Grid Dispatching User Manual power compensation, the inverter keeps operating in the reactive-forbidden output state, and the Reactive control mode is set to "Disable". step 1 Click "Power control" -> "Reactive power" to enter the reactive power interface. step 2 Set the reactive control mode to "Disable" and click “Save”. - - End 10.2.2.2 Remote Power Control When the instruction source is IEC104 or MODBUS TCP protocol, set the "Reactive control mode" to "Remote power control".
User Manual 10 Grid Dispatching Parameter Description Error limit (%)** Adjustment accuracy If the ratio of the difference between the reactive power and the target value to the rated power is within the set error range, the target value is reached. Adjustment ratio (%)** If the adjustment does not reach the set target value, increase or decrease adjustment value according to the set adjustment ratio, so as to reach the target value.
10 Grid Dispatching Parameter User Manual Description Open loop control：At the start time, the locally configured active instruction is sent to the power output port of the inverter, thereby implementing reactive power control.
User Manual 10 Grid Dispatching 10.2.2.4 AI Control When using the analog signal at the AI port of the Logger4000 as the dispatching input, set the reactive control mode to "Analog input". step 1 Click "Power control" -> "Reactive power" to enter the reactive power interface. step 2 Set the reactive control mode to "Analog input". step 3 Set AI control parameters. For specific parameter description, refer to the following table.
10 Grid Dispatching User Manual The parameters noted with ** refer to the parameters that need to be set only when the Q-Method is set to “PF”. step 4 (Optional) After selecting AI configuration, set parameters of the AI port, such as voltage sampling and current sampling. step 5 After finishing parameter setting, click "Save" to save the operation. - - End 10.2.2.
User Manual 10 Grid Dispatching Subsequent Operation Delete digital input manner: select a digital input manner that needs to be deleted, and click "Clear data". 10.2.2.6 Country Mode If the dispatching input must be the national power dispatching instruction, the active control mode is set to "Country mode". step 1 Click "Power control" -> "Reactive power" to enter the reactive power interface. step 2 Set the reactive control mode to "Country mode".
11 Maintenance Due to the influence of ambient temperature, humidity, dust and vibration, the inner components of the Logger4000 will be aging and worn out. To ensure the system safety and maintain the efficiency of the Logger4000, it is necessary to carry out routine and periodic maintenance. All measures, which can help the Logger4000 to keep good working conditions, are within the maintenance scope. 11.1 Safety Instructions Only qualified personnel can perform the work described in this chapter.
User Manual 11 Maintenance 11.2 Maintenance List Item Method Check to make sure there is no strong EMC interference device around the Logger4000 Working environment Check to make sure there is no hot source around the Logger4000.
12 Troubleshooting 12.1 Safety Instructions The ground cable must be grounded reliably. Otherwise, electric shock may occur to the operators! 12.2 Common Faults and Corrective Measures The following table shows common faults and corresponding corrective measures.
User Manual Fault 12 Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective measure 4. Use the shortcut key win+R to call up the running 4. The PC cannot normally receive data. command box and enter "ping 12.12.12.12 (IP address of the Logger4000)", to check whether the PC can receive data packets. 5. If the PC cannot receive 5. Confrontation with network data packets, disable other card or anti-virus software network cards, anti-virus occurs. software or fireproof wall, and try the login again. 1.
12 Troubleshooting Fault User Manual Possible cause Corrective measure 4. Log into the Web, and click "Device Monitoring", to check whether the communication 4. Communication connection status between the Logger4000 and the device is abnormal. status icon is like this , and check whether repeated addresses are allocated to the same port. If the fault persists, contact SUNGROW. 1. Check the RS485 cable connecting the device and 1.
User Manual Fault 12 Troubleshooting Possible cause Corrective measure 2. Set the IP address of the 2. Configuration of ports ports FE1~FE4 of the to the FE1~FE4 of the is incorrect. one that the background needs to access. 3. Log into the Web, and click 3. Collection address of the device does not match with forwarding address. "Settings" -＞ "Modbus service settings" to ensure that the collection address of the matches with the forwarding address. 4. Protocol configuration of 4.
12 Troubleshooting Fault User Manual Possible cause Corrective measure 3. Communication between 3. Check that the can the and devices like inverter normally communicate with and combiner box is devices such as inverter and abnormal. combiner box. 1. The current inverter does 1.
13 FAQ Q1. How many types of communication ports does the Logger4000 support, what are the corresponding ports, and how to set the port parameters? Type Port Parameter setting Default IP: 12.12.12.12; subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Ethernet FE1~FE4 Gateway: 12.12.12.1 DNS1: 1.2.4.8 DNS2: 8.8.8.8 Default Baud rate: 9600 Check bit: Null RS485 A1B1~A7B7 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Default Baud rate: 115200 PLC L1,L2,L3 Check bit: Null Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Q2.
13 FAQ User Manual Protocol Description The Logger4000 transfers the data of the collected equipment (such as inverter, PV combiner box, Meteo FTP Station, etc.) to the remote monitoring system through the FTP protocol. Logger4000 transfers the data collected from devices MQTT (such as inverters, PV combiner box, Meteo Station, etc.) to the remote monitoring system through the MQTT protocol. Q3.
14 Appendix A: Technical Data Communication Inverter communication RS485/MPLC Remote communication port 10 / 100 BaseT(X) Ethernet / RS485 Max.
14 Appendix A: Technical Data *Bind three-phase cables together every one meter.
15 Appendix B: Related Drawings Rack-mounted drawings Wall-mounted drawings 89
16 Appendix C: General Information 16.1 Quality Guarantee SUNGROW shall service or replace the faulty product for free within the warranty period. Evidence Within the warranty period, SUNGROW shall require the customer to present the purchase invoice and date. The trademark on the product shall be clearly visible, and SUNGROW shall hold no liability if otherwise.
User Manual 16 Appendix C: General Information We need the following information to provide you the best assistance: • Model of the device • Serial number of the device • Date of the device • Fault code/name • Brief description of the problem China (HQ) Australia Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd Sungrow Australia Group Pty. Ltd. Hefei Sydney +86 551 65327834 +61 2 9922 1522 service@sungrowpower.com service@sungrowpower.com.
16 Appendix C: General Information User Manual Malaysia Philippines Sungrow SEA Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd Selangor Darul Ehsan Mandaluyong City +60 19 897 3360 +63 9173022769 service@my.sungrowpower.com service@ph.sungrowpower.com Thailand Spain Sungrow Thailand Co., Ltd. Sungrow Ibérica S.A.U. Bangkok Mutilva +66 891246053 +34 948 05 22 04 service@th.sungrowpower.com service@sungrow-emea.
