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Large-scale inverters
The safety instructions and symbols in this operation manual are defined as
follows:
Note
Useful information.
• Handling instructions
Terms written in italics are those which appear on the display.
No.: 181-10017
Date: 11/2009
Revision: 1
2 Description of system 9
2.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.2.1 Order code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3 Prerequisites 13
4.1 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.2 Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Installation 19
6 Operation 41
7 Description of operation 59
8 Inspection 63
9 Troubleshooting 65
A Appendix 69
Your qualification:
– In order to avoid personal injury and prevent damage to equipment, only
qualified and trained electrical engineers are permitted to work on the
equipment.
– The qualified person must familiarise himself/herself with the operating
instructions.
– The national accident prevention regulations (e. g. BGV A3 in Germany)
must be complied with.
2 Description of system
2.1 Overview
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1 Exhaust air opening 6 DC main switch
2 Touchscreen display / LED display with 7 AC main switch
RJ45 socket for PC (optional) 8 Air inlet opening with filter
3 Inverter enable switch 9 Base trim panel
4 Enclosure door 10 Base feet
5 Door handle with lock
The PVmaster series covers a power range from 33 to 100 kilowatts. Each size
is optimised for its power class and therefore achieves a high level of efficiency.
The modular design provides for a variety of equipment options. The operating
state and parameters of the PVmaster can be displayed and adjusted on site via
a touchscreen display or via the integrated "WebVisualization" user interface. The
operating state can also be indicated via an LED display. All the relevant
PVmaster data in the online monitoring system can be viewed at
www.pvmaster.de via the optional GPRS communication module.
The PVmaster is available in the following topology configurations:
– PVM 450 TT with an internal isolation transformer
– PVM 450 ET with an external isolation transformer
– PVM 450 CM with an internal transformer without electrical isolation between
AC and DC sides
The PVmaster series is prepared for immediate use. It is only necessary to install
the AC and DC conductors coming from outside. Start of operation is therefore a
quick and uncomplicated process.
3 Prerequisites
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3.1 Conditions at the site of placement
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14 Prerequisites PVmaster
3.2 Exhaust air heat
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1 Air supply opening for the room
2 Opening for the exhaust air system
3 Exhaust air system
4 Air supply opening for PVmaster
PVmaster Prerequisites 15
3.2 Exhaust air heat
16 Prerequisites PVmaster
4.1 Transport
4.1 Transport
The PVmaster must be transported upright. Care must be taken during transport
to avoid vibrations and to avoid tipping the enclosure. The weight must also be
taken into account.
The centre of gravity of the enclosure is off-centre.
It is important to provide a wide area to set the PVmaster down in order to avoid
Danger!
tipping the enclosure. The enclosure should be picked up from the front or from
the back only.
4.2 Placement
The PVmaster 450-033 to 450-068 is delivered on a pallet.
• When preparing to lift down the enclosure, pick it up so that it is on the base
feet.
The PVmaster 450-100 is fitted with a special transport base (1).
• Unscrew the base trim panels (3).
• Pick up the enclosure from the front or from the back.
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1 Transport base
2 Base feet
3 Base trim panels
The PVmaster series is prepared for immediate use. It is only necessary to install
the AC and DC conductors coming from outside.
Note
The installation process is identical for the PVmaster PVM 450 TT and CM. The
isolation transformer is also connected in the case of the PVmaster PVM 450 ET.
PVmaster Installation 19
5.1 Installing PVM 450-033 and PVM 450-047
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1 Cable opening 11 Data acquisition
2 PE busbar 12 Controller
3 Transformer 13 Communication module (optional)
4 Cable clamping rail 14 Power supply unit
5 AC main switch (2Q5) 15 Insulation monitor (PVM 450 TT only,
6 Connection for auxiliary voltage (X5.1) optional)
7 DC main switch (1Q1) 16 Key-operated control voltage switch
8 PV generator earthing (PVM 450 TT only, optional) 17 Auxiliary voltage bridge (X5)
9 Inverter 18 DC overvoltage protector
10 Automatic circuit breakers (2F7, 3F1, 3F4) 19 Circuit breakers (1F5)
20 Installation PVmaster
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OFF
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0 0
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5 5
1N 1N
+ +
3
X2
X2
– –
X5.1
X5.1
0 1 0 1
OF ON OF ON
F F
0 0
8 L1 L1
L2 L2
L3 L3
PMV 450-033
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1
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1 Cable opening 11 Data acquisition
2 PE busbar 12 Controller
3 Cable clamping rail 13 Communication module (optional)
4 AC main switch (2Q5) 14 Power supply unit
5 Connection for auxiliary voltage (X5.1) 15 Insulation monitor
6 DC main switch (1Q1) 16 Key-operated control voltage switch
7 PV generator earthing (optional) 17 Auxiliary voltage bridge (X5)
8 Terminal clamps for external isolation transformer 18 DC overvoltage protector
9 Inverter 19 Circuit breakers (1F5)
10 Automatic circuit breakers (2F7, 3F1, 3F4)
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5.1 Installing PVM 450-033 and PVM 450-047
Connection Temperature
Primary/secondary winding Output [kVA]
symbol sensor
PVM 450-033 290 V / 400 V 36 Yy KTY
PVM 450-047 290 V / 400 V 52 Yy KTY
Table 5.1 Technical data for external isolation transformer
The external isolation transformer is connected to the supply via the terminal
clamps (Fig. 5.2, 8):
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
Danger!
PVmaster.
• Before starting work, make sure that the plant is not live.
• Please refer to the table for information on the primary and secondary winding
cable cross-sections in the external isolation transformer:
Cable cross-section
Primary winding (290 V) Secondary winding (400 V) Tightening torque [Nm]
Terminals 1, 2, 3, PE Terminals 4, 5, 6, PE
[mm2] [mm2]
PVM 450-033 16 10 2.5 ... 3
PVM 450-047 25 16 4 ... 4.5
Table 5.2 Terminal clamps for external isolation transformer
• Feed the cables through the cable opening (Fig. 5.2, 1) in the base of the
enclosure.
• Connect the primary end of the transformer to the terminals
(Fig. 5.2, 8) 1/L1, 2/L2, 3/L3 and PE.
• Connect the secondary end of the transformer to the terminals (Fig. 5.2, 8)
4/L1, 5/L2, 6/L3 and PE.
• Connect the KTY sensor to terminal X3.
• Fasten the cables to the clamping rail (Fig. 5.2, 3) to take the strain.
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L3
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2 Terminal clamp, DC (L+) from PV generator
6 Terminal clamp, DC (L-) from PV generator
9 Terminal clamp, protective earth conductor (PE)
The photovoltaic generator is connected to the supply via the DC main switch
(Fig. 5.1, 7).
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
Danger!
PVmaster.
• Before starting work, make sure that the plant is not live.
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2T1 Terminal clamp L1 for the supply network 7 Terminal clamp for neutral conductor (N)
4T2 Terminal clamp L2 for the supply network 8 Terminal clamp, protective earth conductor (PE)
6T3 Terminal clamp L3 for the supply network
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1 Terminal clamp L1 (X5.1/1)
N Terminal clamp for neutral conductor (X5.1/N)
PE Terminal clamp for protective earth conductor (X5.1/PE)
10 Bridges, change of voltage supply (X5)
Note
The auxiliary voltage supply can only be connected to a TN S network (five-wire
system).
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5.1 Installing PVM 450-033 and PVM 450-047
• Change over the bridge (Fig. 5.5, 10) on terminals 1 and 4 to terminals 4 and 7.
• Change over the bridge (Fig. 5.5, 10) on the N terminals accordingly.
• Identify the cable cross-section as dictated by local conditions. This depends
on cable protection, ambient temperature and installation method.
• Feed the AC cables through the cable opening (Fig. 5.1, 1) in the base of the
enclosure.
Z1 G1 L1 C1 T1 Z2 2Q2 VN
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PV Photovoltaic generator Z2 EMC filter
1Q1 DC main switch 2Q5 AC main switch
Z1 EMC filter VN Supply network
G1 Inverter HS Connection for auxiliary voltage (X5.1)
L1 Inductor X5 Bridges, change of voltage supply (X5)
C1 Capacitor PP Peripheral devices for PVmaster
T1 Transformer
• Screw the protective earth cable (PE) to the terminal clamp (Fig. 5.5, PE).
• Screw the L1 cable to the terminal clamp (Fig. 5.5, 1).
• Screw the neutral conductor (N) to the terminal clamp (Fig. 5.5, N).
• Fasten the cables to the clamping rail (Fig. 5.1, 4) to take the strain.
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1 Transformer 11 Auxiliary voltage bridge (X5)
2 Inverter 12 DC main switch (1Q1)
3 Automatic circuit breakers (2F7, 3F1, 3F4) 13 DC overvoltage protector
4 Data acquisition 14 Circuit breakers (1F5)
5 Controller 15 AC main switch (2Q5)
6 Communication module (optional) 16 Connection for auxiliary voltage (X5.1)
7 Power supply unit 17 Cable clamping rail
8 Insulation monitor (PVM 450 TT only, optional) 18 Cable opening
9 PV generator earthing (PVM 450 TT only, optional) 19 PE busbar
10 Key-operated control voltage switch
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1 Cable opening 11 Data acquisition
2 PE busbar 12 Controller
3 Cable clamping rail 13 Communication module (optional)
4 AC main switch (2Q5) 14 Power supply unit
5 Connection for auxiliary voltage (X5.1) 15 Insulation monitor
6 DC main switch (1Q1) 16 Key-operated control voltage switch
7 PV generator earthing (optional) 17 Auxiliary voltage bridge (X5)
8 Terminal clamps for external isolation transformer 18 DC overvoltage protector
9 Inverter 19 Circuit breakers (1F5)
10 Automatic circuit breakers (2F7, 3F1, 3F4)
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5.2 Installing PVM 450-068 and PVM 450-100
Connection Temperature
Primary/secondary winding Output [kVA]
symbol sensor
PVM 450-068 290 V / 400 V 75 Yy KTY
PVM 450-100 290 V / 400 V 110 Yy KTY
Table 5.3 Technical data for external isolation transformer
The external isolation transformer is connected to the supply via the terminal
clamps (Fig. 5.8, 8):
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
Danger!
PVmaster.
• Before starting work, make sure that the plant is not live.
• Please refer to the table for information on the primary and secondary winding
cable cross-sections in the external isolation transformer:
Cable cross-section
Primary winding (290 V) Secondary winding (400 V) Tightening torque [Nm]
Terminals 1, 2, 3, PE Terminals 4, 5, 6, PE
[mm2] [mm2]
PVM 450-068 50 35 6 ... 8
PVM 450-100 95 70 15 ... 20
Table 5.4 Terminal clamps for external isolation transformer
• Feed the cables through the cable opening (Fig. 5.8, 1) in the base of the
enclosure.
• Connect the primary end of the transformer to the terminals
(Fig. 5.8, 8) 1/L1, 2/L2, 3/L3 and PE.
• Connect the secondary end of the transformer to the terminals (Fig. 5.8, 8)
4/L1, 5/L2, 6/L3 and PE.
• Connect the KTY sensor to terminal X3.
• Fasten the cables to the clamping rail (Fig. 5.8, 3) to take the strain.
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2 Terminal clamp, DC (L+) from PV generator
6 Terminal clamp, DC (L-) from PV generator
9 Terminal clamp, protective earth conductor (PE)
The photovoltaic generator is connected to the supply via the DC main switch
(Fig. 5.7, 12).
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
Danger!
PVmaster.
• Before starting work, make sure that the plant is not live.
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ON 0
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4T2
6T3
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2T1 Terminal clamp L1 for the supply network 7 Terminal clamp for neutral conductor (N)
4T2 Terminal clamp L2 for the supply network 8 Bridge (TN C)
6T3 Terminal clamp L3 for the supply network 9 Terminal clamp, protective earth conductor (PE)
The public supply network is connected to the supply via the AC main switch
(Fig. 5.7, 15):
Danger of electric shock from live subassemblies!
Up to three separately fused voltage supplies can be connected to the
Danger!
PVmaster.
• Before starting work, make sure that the plant is not live.
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5.2 Installing PVM 450-068 and PVM 450-100
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1 Terminal clamp L1 (X5.1/1)
N Terminal clamp for neutral conductor (X5.1/N)
PE Terminal clamp for protective earth conductor (X5.1/PE)
10 Bridges, change of voltage supply (X5)
Note
The auxiliary voltage supply can only be connected to a TN S network (five-wire
system).
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5.2 Installing PVM 450-068 and PVM 450-100
• Change over the bridge (Fig. 5.11, 10) on terminals 1 and 4 to terminals 4 and
7.
• Change over the bridge (Fig. 5.11, 10) on the N terminals accordingly.
• Identify the cable cross-section as dictated by local conditions. This depends
on cable protection, ambient temperature and installation method.
• Feed the AC cables through the cable opening (Fig. 5.7, 18) in the base of the
enclosure.
Z1 G1 L1 C1 T1 Z2 2Q2 VN
L1
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L2
~ L3
N
PE
1 2 3 N
X5
4 5 6 N HS (X5.1)
4 7 16 A
1
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4
7
2
1Q1 5
8
3
6 N N
9 N
N
N
N PE
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PV Photovoltaic generator Z2 EMC filter
1Q1 DC main switch 2Q5 AC main switch
Z1 EMC filter VN Supply network
G1 Inverter HS Connection for auxiliary voltage (X5.1)
L1 Inductor X5 Bridges, change of voltage supply (X5)
C1 Capacitor PP Peripheral devices for PVmaster
T1 Transformer
• Screw the protective earth cable (PE) to the terminal clamp (Fig. 5.11, PE).
• Screw the L1 cable to the terminal clamp (Fig. 5.11, 1).
• In the case of a TN S network, screw the neutral conductor (N) to the terminal
clamp (Fig. 5.11, N) and remove the bridge.
• Fasten the cables to the clamping rail (Fig. 5.7, 17) to take the strain.
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5.3 Installing external automatic disconnection device
• Disconnect the PVmaster (Section 6.2, p. 42) and verify safe isolation from the
supply.
• Install the external disconnection device.
• Switch on the key-operated control voltage switch, e. g. PVM 450-033
(Fig. 5.1, 16).
• Switch on the AC main switch if using an internal power supply.
• Switch off the internal mains monitoring device:
• WebVisualization: Navigate to the menu: Mains monitoring and set the
Monitoring switch to Off.
• Touchscreen display: Navigate to the menu: Configuration > AC limit
values and set the Monitoring switch to Off.
Note
• Switch off the key-operated control voltage switch.
• Disconnect the PVmaster (Section 6.2, p. 42) and verify safe isolation from the
supply.
• Using an Ethernet cable, connect a PC to the communication module, e. g.
PVM 450-033 (Fig. 5.1, 13). Feed the cable through the
opening (Fig. 5.1, 1) in the base of the enclosure as the PVmaster must be
enclosed if using an internal control voltage supply.
• Switch on the key-operated control voltage switch (Fig. 5.1, 16).
• Switch on the AC main switch if using an internal power supply.
The communication module is configured at the factory with IP address
192.168.31.200. The IP address of the PC must be in the same range, e.g.
192.168.1.10. Deactivate any proxy server which may be configured in the
browser settings.
• Call up the following address in a browser: http://192.168.31.200.
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5.4 Start the communication module
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5.4 Start the communication module
Note
• Switch off the key-operated control voltage switch again.
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5.5 Connecting power reduction and S0 interface of electricity meter
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OF
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ON
F
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1 Ripple control receiver (e.g. with 4 relays)
I1 Relay 1
I2 Relay 2
I3 Relay 3
I4 Relay 4
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S0–
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OF
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ON
F
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1 Meter of system operator
• Switch the S0 interface on and set the weighting of the electricity meter.
– WebVisualization: Yield > S0 interface > Enable S0/S0 gain
– Touchscreen display: Status & values > AC values > Yield > Yield
calculator (lock symbol) > S0 interface/gain
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5.5 Connecting power reduction and S0 interface of electricity meter
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6.1 Switching on the PVmaster
6 Operation
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1 AC main switch
2 DC main switch
3 Enable inverter
PVmaster Operation 41
6.2 Switching off the PVmaster
Note
Always follow this procedure when switching off the equipment in order to prevent
unnecessary fault messages appearing on the PVmaster.
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6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Legend
1 Red LED
2 Blue LED
3 Yellow LED
4 Green LED
PVmaster Operation 43
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
The operating state of the PVmaster is indicated via red, blue, yellow and green
LEDs. A detailed description of operation can be found in Section 7.
Off
– The PVmaster is switched off but not deenergised!
Quiescent state
– The photovoltaic inverter only is switched on.
– The intermediate circuit of the inverter is supplied by the PV
generator.
– When the generator voltage on the intermediate circuit
exceeds a threshold value, the controller cuts in and the power
is measured.
Power measurement
– The controller measures the photovoltaic generator output (at
140-second intervals according to the factory setting)
– If the PV generator output exceeds the internal power
consumption of the PVmaster, the controller switches to
MPPT-regulated mode.
MPPT-regulated mode
– In MPPT-regulated mode, the maximum possible power is
taken from the PV generator and fed into the supply network.
Shut-down procedure
– The PV generator output drops below the internal power
consumption of the PVmaster and nothing is fed into the
supply network.
– The controller measures the PV generator output (three times
at 140-second intervals according to the factory setting).
– If the PV generator output power stays below the internal
power consumption of the PVmaster, the PVmaster switches
to quiescent state.
– If the PV generator output power exceeds the internal power
consumption of the PVmaster, the PVmaster switches to
MPPT-regulated mode.
Fault notification
– The PVmaster reports a fault.
– The fault can be acknowledged automatically or manually.
A detailed description of the fault messages can be found in
Section 9.
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6.3 Operation indicator lamps
6.3.2 WebVisualization
The RJ45 socket allows operating states and PVmaster readouts to be displayed
locally on the PC.
Note
This is only possible if Java Runtime Environment 1.6.0.x (or higher) is installed.
1
1
Legend
1 RJ45 socket
Note
The parameters of the PVmaster are set at the factory for optimum operation in
standard conditions. Arbitrary changes to the parameters can result in lower
efficiency or automatic shutdown. The settings should only be changed by trained
and skilled personnel. The factory settings can be loaded by carrying out a reset
process (Section 9).
The menu is subdivided into three user levels:
0 Administrator, parameter adjustment by manufacturer, password required
1 Expert, parameter adjustment by operator, password required
2 Observer, parameter display
PVmaster Operation 45
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Designation Description
Status
Global status
Status word Tab. A.1
Error word Tab. A.2
Local status
Status word Tab. A.3
Error word Tab. A.4
Yield
Prognosis counter Tab. A.5
Daily yield
Monthly yield
Annual yield
User yield
Reset
System yield
CO2 saving
S0 interface Tab. A.6
Enable S0
S0 pulse
S0 gain
AC values
AC phase values Tab. A.7
Phase L1 ... L3
Veff
Ieff
f
Pac
cosPhi
AC total/average values Tab. A.8
Veff
Ieff
f
Pac
cosPhi
Daily max. power
DC values
DC values Tab. A.9
Vg0
Vdc_act
Idc_act
Pdc_act
Pdc limit active
Vdc_ref
Pdc_max
Active limit
Temperature
Temperatures Tab. A.10
Filter choke
PSU interior
PSU heatsink
Transformer
Cabinet fan (user level 1)
DC power derating Tab. A.11
Derating active
Level 1, 2
Temp. Configuration (user level 1)
Cabinet fan Tab. A.12
Switch-on threshold
Hysteresis
Derating parameters Tab. A.13
Level 1, 2,
Overtemperature values
Derating factors
Table 6.1 TWebVisualization menu structure
46 Operation PVmaster
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Designation Description
Grid monitoring
Test OP Tab. A.14
Enable Tab. A.14
AC limit values Tab. A.15
System voltage Veff
System frequency fN
Power Reducer Tab. A.16
Enable
reducer active
Active limit
Analogue input
Analogue input
Pdc limit
Data logger
FTP client status Tab. A.17
Run
Busy
Load OK
Error
Data logger for online portal Tab. A.18
Data cycle time
File creation/upload
Daily
or after X min
„Meter“ file
FTP client Tab. A.19
FTP client status
RUN
Busy
Load OK
Error
Err.-Message
Target server
Server name
Server path
Upload requests (data files)
Upload requests (info files)
Test upload (user level 1)
Reset (user level 1)
Errors
Active errors Tab. A.20
Error PSU: ID/Loc
BUS Watchdog
Insulation fault
Overvoltage
System frequency error
External error
Overtemp.: Transformer
Overtemp.: Filter choke
Overtemp.: PSU interior
Overtemp.: PSU heatsink
Unacknowledged error state Tab. A.20
Manual reset
Automatic reset Tab. A.22
Num. of attempts
Automatic reset not possible
Active errors Tab. A.23
System voltage error: L1, L2, L3
Parameters Tab. A.24
Auto reset delay
Reset timer „attempts“
Acknowledgement attempts
Table 6.1 TWebVisualization menu structure
PVmaster Operation 47
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Designation Description
Parameters
Modell Tab. A.25
Serial number (PVmaster unit)
Serial number Tab. A.26
Software Rev.
UTC-Offset
Language
User level
Table 6.1 TWebVisualization menu structure
48 Operation PVmaster
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Changing parameters
Example: Switching on the enclosure fan manually
• Click on Parameters.
The parameters will be displayed.
Note
Please note that the password is case-sensitive.
PVmaster Operation 49
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
50 Operation PVmaster
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Legend
1 Touchscreen
2 Buttons
3 Operating state coloured boxes (red, blue, yellow, green)
Note
The parameters of the PVmaster are set at the factory for optimum operation in
standard conditions. Arbitrary changes to the parameters can result in lower
efficiency or automatic shutdown. The settings should only be changed by trained
and skilled personnel. The factory settings can be loaded by carrying out a reset
process (Section 9).
PVmaster Operation 51
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Designation Description
Status & Values (user level 0)
DC values Tab. A.27
Generator voltage Vdc > graph
Generator current Idc > graph
Generator power Pdc > graph
Daily curve > graph
Limitation Tab. A.28
Actual „power reducer“ limit
Temperature depend. derating
Active limit
Power reducer Tab. A.29
Enable
Dig. input 1 to 4
Reducer active
Temp. dep. derating Tab. A.33
AC values Tab. A.30
Phase voltage Vac > graph
Phase current Iac > graph
Active power Pac > graph
System frequency f
Power factor cos ϕ
Yield Tab. A.31
Daily yield
Monthly yield
Annual yield
System yield
Configuration (user level 1) Tab. A.31
(user level 2)
New value
Correction factor
Daily yield
Monthly yield
Annual yield
System yield
S0 interface (user level 1) Tab. A.31
S0 interface
S0 pulse
Gain
CO2 savings Tab. A.31
Daily maximum
User yield
Reset
Temperature Tab. A.32
Control cabinet Transformer > graph
Control cabinet Filter choke > graph
Inverter Interior > graph
Inverter Heatsink > graph
Derating, temperature-dependent Tab. A.33
„Derating“ active
Level 1
Level 2
Actual „Derating“
Configuration (user level 2) Tab. A.33
Status inverter Tab. A.34
Status word
Control word
Table 6.2 Touchscreen display menu structure
52 Operation PVmaster
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Designation Description
Configuration (user level 0)
Panel Tab. A.35
System language
Time zone
AC limit values Tab. A.36
Voltage Veff
Frequency f
Monitoring
E.ON-Check
Automatic acknowledgement Tab. A.37
Acknowledgement attempts
Acknowledgement not possible
ErrResetDelay
NoErrTime
No. of trials
Pdc limitation Tab. A.38
Max. DC power
Limit active
Data logger
Configuration Tab. A.39
Logger cycle time
File upload
FTP client Tab. A.40
Client ready
Client active
Upload okay
Error
Reset
Test upload
Server (user level 2) Tab. A.41
Login (user level 2) Tab. A.41
Factory settings Tab. A.42
Set parameter values to default
Set energy values to default
Delete trend data
AC measurement (user level 2) Tab. A.43
DC measurement (user level 2) Tab. A.43
Start-up procedure (user level 2) Tab. A.43
MPP-Tracking (user level 2) Tab. A.43
Shut-down procedure (user level 2) Tab. A.43
Fan control (user level 1) Tab. A.44
Start-up threshold inverter interior
Start-up threshold inverter heatsink
Start-up threshold transformer
Start-up threshold filter choke
Hysteresis inverter interior
Hysterese inverter heatsink
Hysterese transformer
Hysterese filter choke
Operation
Auto/On
Temperature cut-out (user level 2) Tab. A.45
Manual control (user level 2) Tab. A.45
Diagnosis Tab. A.46
Info
Serial number
Modell/type
Software rev.
Table 6.2 Touchscreen display menu structure
PVmaster Operation 53
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
• Touch the
Graph button to the right of the
generator output (Pg).
The generator output graph will appear.
Changing parameters
Example: Setting the time zone
• Navigate to the menu: Configuration >
Terminal > Terminal [2] (next).
54 Operation PVmaster
6.3 Operation indicator lamps
Note
Please note that the password is case-
sensitive. You can change this using the
and buttons.
If no operations are carried out for one
minute, the display will revert to the lowest
user level.
• Touch the Auto/On button.
The On indicator lamp will light up if the fans
are on.
PVmaster Operation 55
6.4 Testing the internal automatic disconnection device
56 Operation PVmaster
6.5 Copying files from the compact flash card
PW
R
LO
CK
CF
Note
The compact flash card folder structure must be retained.
Note
The online monitoring portal can only be accessed with the memory card plugged
in.
PVmaster Operation 57
6.5 Copying files from the compact flash card
58 Operation PVmaster
7.1 Block schematic diagram
7 Description of operation
G1 L1 C1 T1 Z2 K1 2Q5 VN
S1
Z1
P4 C°
P1 P3 C°
I DC
H2
Ω
P2 iL1 iL2 iL3
H1 uL1
uL2
uL3
1Q1
GE
PV
Legend
PV Photovoltaic generator T1 Transformer
1Q1 DC main switch Z2 EMC filter
H1 Overvoltage protection device K1 Load contactor
H2 Insulation monitor (optional) 2Q5 AC main switch
P1 Current transformer VN Supply network
Z1 EMC filter P2 Measurement device
S1 Controller P3 Temperature sensor
G1 Inverter P4 Temperature sensor
L1 Inductor GE Communication module
C1 Capacitor
The photovoltaic generator is connected to the supply via the DC main switch
(1Q1). The insulation monitor (H2), overvoltage protection device (H1), current
transformer (P1) and EMC filter (Z1) are arranged between the DC main switch
and the inverter (G1).
Earthing is required with certain PV generator module types:
– Negative grounding: thin-film modules
– Positive grounding: modules with rear contact cells
The earthing is done internally on PVmasters using isolation transformers.
The insulation monitor (H2) monitors the DC-side IT system. If the insulation
resistance falls below the set value, the controller (S1) interrupts the operation of
the PVmaster and sends an alarm signal. The overvoltage protection device (H1)
limits high induced overvoltages which can arise from lightning, switching
operations and atmospheric disturbances. If a unit is defective, this is signalled to
the controller via an internal contactor in the overvoltage protection device. This
does not affect the operation of the PVmaster. The EMC filter (Z1) prevents any
interference from the inverter on the DC side.
All the operations of the PVmaster are regulated and controlled via the internal
controller (S1). The parameters of the controller, as explained in Section A, are
freely configurable. Logbook data from the controller can be transmitted via the
PVmaster
OFF
V DC V DC
> 400V < 250V
Controller
ON
Power measurement
3 x unsuccessful
Parameter: Vdc_start Parameter: Vdc_min Parameter: Cycles
Power
measurement
Parameter: Vdc_start
Output power
MPPT measurement again /
mode Line contactor
remains closed
PAC ≤ 0W
Parameter: Tab_delay
Shut-down
procedure
The PVmaster comes out of its quiescent state when the voltage of the
photovoltaic generator exceeds 400 V. The internal power supply unit starts
oscillating and the controller powers up. If the generator voltage exceeds
Vdc_min, the performance test is carried out. If the performance test is
unsuccessful, it is repeated after 140 seconds. If the measurement is successful,
the regulator is activated and MPPT-regulated mode is started. If the generator
power falls to zero watts or if power is absorbed by the PVmaster, the latter starts
the shut-down procedure. The shut-down procedure contains three power
measurements, 140 seconds apart. During this time, the line contactor remains
closed. If these three measurements are unsuccessful, the line contactor isolates
the PVmaster from the supply network and the regulator is deactivated. If the
generator voltage falls below 250 V, the internal power supply unit cuts out and
the PVmaster switches off.
The inspection may only be carried out by the operator or by a person authorised
Caution!
by the operator.
If there is a defect, the plant must not be put into operation again. Arrangements
Caution!
should be made to have the PVmaster checked by a specialist company.
PVmaster Inspection 63
Carry out a visual and mechanical inspection every month in order to prevent
interruptions caused by faults:
• Check the operation of the fan by starting it manually (Table A.44, 9).
• Switch off the PVmaster (Section 6).
• Check the enclosure, the components and the fuses for any signs of
discolouring or damage. Discolouration of components indicates damage due
to overheating or corrosion and means that the components must be replaced.
• Check the filter in the air supply opening (Fig. 2.2, 8).
Clean or change the filter if it is heavily soiled (accessories, Rittal GmbH & Co.
KG).
Carry out a mechanical inspection every six months in order to prevent
interruptions caused by faults.
• Switch off the PVmaster (Section 6).
• Disconnect the DC line from the photovoltaic generator.
• Disconnect the AC line from the supply network.
• Disconnect the AC line from the auxiliary supply.
• Make sure that the plant is not live.
• Check the threaded cable connections to make sure that they are firmly
seated. Thermal stresses can cause screwed connections to work loose over
time. Retighten the threaded connections where necessary.
64 Inspection PVmaster
9.1 Description of fault
9 Troubleshooting
Acknow-
Fault Possible cause Remedy
ledgement
Inverter fault - Please contact the Automatic
LTi helpline.
Bus Watchdog fault Fault in internal bus system Please contact the Automatic
LTi helpline.
Overvoltage (lightning protection) Overvoltage protection is defective. Replace the defective protection Automatic
module (DEHNguard T440).
Insulation fault Insulation resistance has dropped Check the insulation resistance Manual
below the critical value. The of the PV generator.
PVmaster shuts down.
Overheating The transformer has overheated. Provide sufficient heat Manual
Transformer discharge facilities.
Overheating The filter inductor has overheated. Provide sufficient heat Manual
Filter inductor discharge facilities.
Inverter interior overheating The inverter has overheated. Provide sufficient heat Manual
discharge facilities.
Inverter heat sink overheating The heat sink has overheated. Provide sufficient heat Manual
discharge facilities.
Unacceptable voltage L1 ... L3 The supply voltage is outside the If the fault persists please Automatic
limits. contact your network provider.
Unacceptable frequency The line frequency is outside the If the fault persists please Automatic
limits. contact your network provider.
Table 9.1 Fault messages
PVmaster Troubleshooting 65
9.2 Resetting faults
9.2.1 WebVisualization
The faults can be reset manually on the touchscreen display as follows:
• Go to Diagnosis in the menu.
• Remedy the fault indicated.
• Acknowledge the fault message by touching Manual acknowledgement.
The faults can be acknowledged and the list deleted by touching Delete (user
level 2).
You can hide or show the time stamps for the faults using the Clock button.
Caution! Do not carry out a reset without consulting your project engineer.
66 Troubleshooting PVmaster
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68 Troubleshooting PVmaster
A.1 Description of WebVisualization parameters
A Appendix
Note
The parameters of the PVmaster are set at the factory for optimum operation in
standard conditions. Arbitrary changes to the parameters can result in lower
efficiency or automatic shutdown. The settings should only be changed by trained
and skilled personnel. The factory settings can be loaded by carrying out a reset
process (Section 9, p. 65).
The following paramaters can be viewed via the menu (user level 2):
No. Designation Description
Status word -
0 PLC ready -
1 Parameter changed -
2 Default values -
3 Error list deleted -
4 Energy values cleared -
5 Trend data deleted -
6 Power reduction relay 1 -
7 Power reduction relay 2 -
8 Power reduction relay 3 -
9 Power reduction relay 4 -
10 - Reserve - -
11 - Reserve - -
12 - Reserve - -
13 - Reserve - -
14 - Reserve - -
15 - Reserve - -
Table A.1 Status > global status, status word
PVmaster Appendix 69
A.1 Description of WebVisualization parameters
70 Appendix PVmaster
A.1 Description of WebVisualization parameters
PVmaster Appendix 71
A.1 Description of WebVisualization parameters
72 Appendix PVmaster
A.1 Description of WebVisualization parameters
PVmaster Appendix 73
A.1 Description of WebVisualization parameters
74 Appendix PVmaster
A.2 Description of touchscreen display parameters
Note
The parameters of the PVmaster are set at the factory for optimum operation in
standard conditions. Arbitrary changes to the parameters can result in lower
efficiency or automatic shutdown. The settings should only be changed by trained
and skilled personnel. The factory settings can be loaded by carrying out a reset
process (Section 9, p. 65).
The following paramaters can be viewed via the menu (user level 0):
No. Designation Unit Description
1 Vdc V Present generator voltage
2 Idc A Present generator current
3 Pdc kW Present generator output
4 Daily curve Generator output as daily trend graph
Table A.27 Status & values > DC values
PVmaster Appendix 75
A.2 Description of touchscreen display parameters
76 Appendix PVmaster
A.2 Description of touchscreen display parameters
PVmaster Appendix 77
A.2 Description of touchscreen display parameters
78 Appendix PVmaster
A.2 Description of touchscreen display parameters
PVmaster Appendix 79
A.2 Description of touchscreen display parameters
80 Appendix PVmaster
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