HUAWEI FusionSolar Smart PV Management System Connection User Manual
- June 10, 2024
- Huawei
Table of Contents
FusionSolar Smart PV Management System Connection
User Manual (Inverters + SDongleA)
User Manual
About This Document
Purpose
This document describes how to connect inverters to the FusionSolar Smart PV
Management System through the Smart Dongle. For details about the installation
of each device, see the corresponding user manual or quick guide. This
document describes only cable connections between devices, power-on
commissioning, and maintenance.
Intended Audience
This document is intended for photovoltaic (PV) plant operators and qualified
electricians.
Symbol Conventions
The symbols that may be found in this document are defined as follows.
Symbol | Remarks |
---|---|
DANGER | Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not |
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING| Indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION| Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE| 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.
NOTE| Supplements the important information in the main text.
NOTE is used to address information not related to personal injury,
equipment damage, and environment deterioration.
Change History
Changes between document issues are cumulative. The latest document issue
contains all the changes made in earlier issues.
Issue 02 (2021-11-25)
Updated 2.2 Communication Networking of the SDongleA-03 (4G).
Updated 2.3 Communication Networking of the SDongleA-05 (WLAN-FE).
Updated 3.2 Installing the 4G/WLAN Smart Dongle.
Updated 5.2 Setting Grid-tied Control Parameters.
Issue 01 (2020-12-10)
This issue is the first official release.
Safety Precautions
General Safety
NOTICE
- Before performing operations, read through the safety precautions to prevent accidents. The DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE statements in this document do not represent all the safety instructions. They are only supplements to the safety instructions.
- Only certified electricians are allowed to install, connect cables for, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot Huawei products, and they must understand basic safety precautions to avoid hazards.
Follow all the safety precautions and instructions provided by Huawei. 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.
Statement
Huawei shall not be liable for any consequence caused by any of the following
events:
- Damage caused by storage conditions that do not meet the requirements specified in related documents
- Incorrect storage, installation, or use
- Installation or use by unqualified personnel
- Failure to follow the operation instructions and safety precautions in this document
- Operation in extreme environments which are not covered in this document
- Operation of the product beyond specified parameter ranges
- Unauthorized modifications to the product or software code or removal of the product
- Equipment damage due to force majeure (such as earthquakes, fires, and storms)
- Warranty expiration without extension of the warranty service
- Installation or use in environments which are not specified in related international standards
Personnel requirement
Only certified electricians are allowed to install, connect cables for,
commission, maintain, troubleshoot, and replace the equipment. Operators need
to meet the following requirements:
- Be properly trained.
- Read through this manual and master related safety precautions.
- Get familiar with the safety specifications about the electrical system.
- Understand the components and functioning of a grid-tied PV power system and relevant local standards.
- Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) all the time.
Protecting Labels
- Do not scrawl, damage, or block any warning label on the device enclosure.
- Do not scrawl, damage, or block the nameplate on the device enclosure.
System Installation
Ensure that the equipment is installed in a well ventilated environment.
Electrical Connections
DANGER
Before connecting cables, ensure that the equipment is secured in position 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 electric utility before connecting the inverter to the grid.
- Ensure that the cables used in a grid-tied PV power system are properly connected and insulated and meet specifications.
Operation
DANGER
High voltage generated by the equipment during operation may cause an electric
shock, which could result in death, serious injury, or serious property
damage.
Perform operations in strict accordance with safety precautions specified in
this document and other relevant documents.
- Do not touch an energized device, as the heat sink is hot.
- When operating the equipment, comply with local laws and regulations.
Maintenance and Replacement
DANGER
High voltage generated by the equipment during operation may cause an electric
shock, which could result in death, serious injury, or serious property
damage.
Prior to maintenance, power off the equipment and strictly comply with the
safety precautions in this document and relevant documents.
- Maintain the equipment after you get familiar with this document and prepare the tools and testing equipment.
- Before performing maintenance, power off the equipment 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 equipment security performance before powering on the equipment again.
- Observe ESD precautions during maintenance.
Introduction to the Solution
This solution mainly applies to residential or small-scale ground-mounted PV plants, in which the inverter and power meter are connected to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System through the Smart Dongle.
Table 2-1 Smart Dongle models
Model | Communications Mode | Description |
---|---|---|
SDongleA-01 | WLAN | Connects to a router over a WLAN. The router connects to |
the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System over an IP network.
SDongleA-03-CNa
SDongleA-03-EU
SDongleA-03-AU
SDongleA-03-JP
SDongleA-03-KR| 4G| Connects to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System
through the 4G network by using a SIM card.
SDongleA-05| WLAN and FE| Connects to a router over WLAN or FE. The router
connects to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System over an IP network.
Note a: The SDongleA-03-CN Smart Dongle is applicable only to the Chinese
mainland. For other countries or regions, Huawei does not provide quality
assurance.
2.1 Communication Networking of the SDongleA-01 (WLAN)
- The inverter connects to the router through the WLAN Smart Dongle, and then connects to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System through the router.
- The inverter connects to the FusionSolar app through its WLAN. You can use the FusionSolar app to view the running information and settings of the inverter.
- You can remotely log in to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System over the WebUI or FusionSolar app.
Figure 2-1 Networking description
NOTE
- The components in the dotted box are optional.
- The inverter model is subject to change. The model information and device appearance in this document are for reference only.
- When multiple inverters are cascaded, only one Smart Dongle or SmartLogger can be connected to the RS485 communications link.
- When the Smart Dongle is used in China, it can be used for device cascading using RS485 communication (inverters cascading with inverters or other non-inverter devices). A maximum of 10 devices can be cascaded. In site communication scenarios, the number of inverters that can be cascaded also depends on the inverter features. When this Smart Dongle is used in other areas, device cascading using RS485 communication is not supported.
Table 2-2 Number of cascaded inverters
Limit | Actual Connection |
---|
Maximum Number of Devices That Can Be Connected to the Smart Dongle
ab| Number of Slave Inverters| Number of Other Devices (Such as
Power Meters)
10| n ≤ 9| ≤ 9 – n
Note a: You can view the number of devices that can be connected to the Smart
Dongle from the label on the external package.
Note b: If the number of inverters exceeds the limit, configure multiple Smart
Dongles. The installation and commissioning for each Smart Dongle are the
same.
Table 2-3 Device description
Device | Description | Service Owner |
---|---|---|
PV module | Prepared by the customer. | Device supplier |
Inverter | SUN2000-(3KTL-20KTL)-M0. Software version: SUN2000MA | |
V100R001C00SPC100 or later. Only one inverter can be connected. | Huawei | |
Dongle | Purchased by the customer. The model should be SDongleA-01. | Huawei |
Router | ● The router supports WLAN (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, 2.4 GHz), and the |
inverters are within the WLAN signal coverage.
● The WPA, WPA2, or WPA/WPA2 encryption mode is recommended.
● The Enterprise mode is not supported (such as airport WLAN and other public
hotspots that require authentication).
● WEP and WPA TKIP encryption modes are not recommended because they have
serious security vulnerabilities.
● If the access fails in WEP or WPA TKIP mode, log in to the router and change
the encryption mode of the router to WPA2 or WPA/WPA2.| Device supplier
Intelligent management system| FusionSolar Smart PV Management System.
Software version: SmartPVMS V500R007C00SPC110 or later.| Huawei
App| FusionSolar app of 5.7.001 or a later version. The app can be locally
connected to the inverter and remotely connected to the FusionSolar Smart PV
Management System.| Huawei
Power distribution unit| Prepared by the customer| Device supplier
Smart Power Sensor| Recommended model: DTSU666-H| Huawei
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Power meter| Prepared by the customer| Device supplier
2.2 Communication Networking of the SDongleA-03 (4G)
- The inverter connects to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System through the 4G Smart Dongle.
- The master inverter connects to the FusionSolar app. You can use the FusionSolar app to view the running information and settings of the inverter.
- You can remotely log in to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System over the WebUI or FusionSolar app.
RS485 networking
NOTE
- The components in the dotted box are optional.
- The inverter model is subject to change. The model information and device appearance in this document are for reference only.
- In the networking, the inverter where the Dongle is installed is the master inverter, and other inverters are slave inverters. Slave inverters can communicate with the Dongle through cascading.
- When multiple inverters are cascaded, only one Smart Dongle or SmartLogger can be connected to the RS485 communications link.
- The Smart Power Sensor connects to the RS485-2 and RS485_2 ports, or 485B2 and 485A2 ports on the master inverter. The RS485-1 and RS485_1 ports, or 485B1 and
485A1 ports are used for inverter cascading.
Table 2-4 Device description
Device | Description | Service Owner |
---|---|---|
PV module | Prepared by the customer | Device supplier |
Inverter | Master inverter | ● SUN2000-(2KTL-5KTL)-CN or SUN2000-(2KTL-5KTL)- |
L0. Software version: SUN2000L V100R001C00SPC333 or later.
● SUN2000-(2KTL-6KTL)-L1. Software version: SUN2000L V200R001C00 or later.
● SUN2000-(3KTL-20KTL)-M0
● SUN2000-(3KTL-12KTL)-M1
● SUN2000-(8KTL-20KTL)-M2
● SUN2000-(20KTL-40KTL)-M3
● SUN2000-70KTL/75KTL-C1 (optional), SUN2000-70KTL-INM0,
SUN2000-50KTL/60KTL/65KTL- M0, SUN2000-50KTL/SUN2000-63KTL-JPM0, or SUN2000
-50KTL-JPM1. Software version: SUN2000 V300R001C00SPC112 or later.
● SUN2000-100KTL/110KTL/125KTL-M0, SUN2000-75KTL/100KTL-M1, or SUN2000-100KTL-
INM0.
● SUN2000-175KTL/196KTL/215KTL-H0, SUN2000-185KTL-INH0, SUN2000-185KTL-H1.
Software version: SUN2000. HAV300R001C00SPC101 or later.
● SUN2000-125KTL-JPH0
● SUN2000-196KTL/200KTL/215KTL-H3
● SUN2000-200KTL-H2| Huawei
| Slave inverter| ● A master inverter can be used as a slave inverter. A
master inverter that does not support cascading, such as SUN2000-(2KTL-
5KTL)-CN or SUN2000-(2KTL-5KTL)-L0, cannot be used as a slave inverter.
● SUN2000-29.9KTL/36KTL/42KTL/50KTL
● SUN2000-33KTL-A
● SUN2000-33KTL/40KTL-JP
● SUN2000-43KTL-IN-C1
● SUN2000-50KTL-C1| Huawei
---|---|---|---
Dongle| Purchased by the customer. The model should be SDongleA-03-XX. For
details, see the Smart Dongle models.| Huawei
SIM card| If the Smart Dongle is not configured with a SIM card, prepare a
standard SIM card of the local carriers (size: 25 mm x 15 mm).| Customer
Intelligent management system| ● Huawei management system: FusionSolar Smart
PV Management System with the software version of SmartPVMS V500R007C00SPC110
or later. You are advised to use the latest version.
● Third-party management system: A third-party management system is supported.
For details, see the third-party management system documentation.| Huawei
App| ● FusionSolar app of 5.7.001 or a later version. The app can be locally
connected to the inverter and remotely connected to the FusionSolar Smart PV
Management System.
● SUN2000 app of 3.2.00.005 or a later version for Android. The app can be
locally connected to the inverter.| Huawei
Power distribution unit| Prepared by the customer| Device supplier
Smart Power Sensor| ● Recommended model for three-phase inverters: DTSU666-H
● Recommended models for single-phase inverters: DDSU666-H and DTSU666-H|
Huawei
Power meter| Prepared by the customer| Device supplier
MBUS Communication Networking
- The inverter connects to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System through the 4G Smart Dongle.
- The inverter connects to a phone through a Smart USB-WLAN Adapter (shortened to WLAN module in this document), Bluetooth module, or a data cable. You can use the SUN2000 app to view the running information and set inverter parameters locally.
- You can remotely log in to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System over the WebUI or FusionSolar app.
NOTICE
The MBUS communication is applicable to medium-voltage grid connection
scenarios and non-low-voltage public grid connection scenarios (industrial
environment).
Figure 2-3 Networking description
NOTE
- The components in the dotted box are optional.
- The inverter model is subject to change. The model information and device appearance in this document are for reference only.
- In the networking, the inverter where the Dongle is installed is the master inverter, and other inverters are slave inverters. Slave inverters can communicate with the Dongle through cascading.
- When multiple inverters are cascaded, only one Smart Dongle or SmartLogger can be connected to the RS485 communications link.
- The Smart Power Sensor connects to the RS485-2 and RS485_2 ports, or 485B2 and 485A2 ports on the master inverter. The RS485-1 and RS485_1 ports, or 485B1 and
485A1 ports are used for inverter cascading.
Device | Description | Service Owner |
---|---|---|
PV module | Prepared by the customer | Customer |
Inverter | Master inverter | SUN2000-100KTL/110KTL/125KTL-M0. Software |
version: SUN2000 V500R001C00SPC100 or later. | Huawei | |
Slave inverter | SUN2000-36KTL |
SUN2000-50KTL/60KTL-M0
SUN2000-100KTL/110KTL/125KTL-M0| Huawei
Dongle| Purchased by the customer. The model should be SDongleA-03-XX. For
details, see the Smart Dongle models.| Huawei
SIM card| If the Smart Dongle is not configured with a SIM card, prepare a
standard SIM card (size: 25 mm x 15 mm) of a local carrier.| Customer
Intelligent management system| ● Huawei management system: FusionSolar Smart
PV Management System with the software version of SmartPVMS V500R007C00SPC110
or later. You are advised to use the latest version.
● Third-party management system: A third-party management system is supported.
For details, see the third-party management system documentation.| ● Huawei
● Device supplier
App| ● FusionSolar app of 5.7.001 or a later version. The app can be locally
connected to the inverter and remotely connected to the FusionSolar Smart PV
Management System.
● SUN2000 app of 3.2.00.005 or a later version for Android. The app is locally
connected to the inverter.| Huawei
AC combiner box| Prepared by the customer| Customer
Transformer station| Prepared by the customer| Customer
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Power meter| Prepared by the customer| Device supplier
Smart Dongle Parameters
Table 2-6 Number of cascaded inverters
Limit | Actual Connection |
---|
Maximum Number of Devices That Can Be Connected to the Smart Dongle
abcd| Number of Slave Inverters| Number of Other Devices (Such as
Power Meters)
10| n ≤ 9| ≤ 9 – n
2| n ≤ 1| ≤ 1 – n
Note a: You can view the number of devices that can be connected to the Smart
Dongle from the label on the external package.
Note b: If the number of inverters exceeds the limit, configure multiple Smart
Dongles. The installation and commissioning for each Smart Dongle are the
same.
Note c: If cascaded inverters include a single-phase inverter or are connected
to batteries, a maximum of three inverters can be cascaded.
Note d: If RS485 communication is used and the device is connected to the
RS485-2 and RS485_2 ports, or 485B2 and 485A2 ports on the master inverter,
the device is not counted as a cascaded device.
Table 2-7 Frequency bands and systems of the Smart Dongle
Model | Supported Frequency Bands and Systems |
---|---|
SDongleA-03-CN | LTE FDD: B1, B3, B8 |
LTE TDD: B38, B39, B40, B41
DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/HSPA/UMTS: B1, B5, B8, B9 TD-SCDMA: B34, B39
GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 900 MHz, 1800 MHz
SDongleA-03-EU| LTE FDD: B1, B3, B7, B8, B20 LTE TDD: B38, B40
WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA/HSPA+: B1, B8
GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 900 MHz, 1800 MHz
SDongleA-03-AU| LTE FDD: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B28 LTE TDD: B40
WCDMA: B1, B2, B5, B8
GSM: 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz
---|---
SDongleA-03-JP| LTE FDD: B1, B3, B8, B18, B19, B26 LTE TDD: B41
WCDMA: B1, B6, B8, B19
SDongleA-03-KR| LTE FDD: B1, B3, B5, B7 WCDMA: B1
Table 2-8 Traffic requirements for the SIM card
Access Managemen t System Type| Monthly Traffic Requirement for the
SIM Card| Traffic Capability
---|---|---
FusionSolar Smart PV Management System| Inverter| Without a power sensor or
energy storage| 10 MB + 4 MB x
Number of inverters| ● Device performance data can be updated every 5 minutes.
● The Smart Dongle logs, inverter logs, and I-V diagnosis data can be exported
monthly. The Smart Dongle and inverters can be upgraded monthly.
With a power sensor| 10 MB + 7 MB x
Number of inverters
With energy storage| 13 MB + 7 MB x
Number of inverters + 5 MB x Number of DC-DC converters
With a power sensor and energy storage| 13 MB + 7 MB x
Number of inverters + 5 MB x Number of DC-DC converters
With Smart PV Optimizers| 13 MB + 7 MB x
Number of inverters + 5 MB x Number of DC-DC converters
2.3 Communication Networking of the SDongleA-05 (WLAN-FE)
- The inverter connects to the router through the WLAN-FE Smart Dongle, and then connects to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System through the router.
- The master inverter connects to the FusionSolar app through its WLAN. You can use the FusionSolar app to view the running information and settings of the inverter.
- You can remotely log in to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System over the WebUI or FusionSolar app.
Figure 2-4 Networking description (WLAN-FE)
NOTE
- The components in the dotted box are optional.
- The inverter model is subject to change. The model information and device appearance in this document are for reference only.
- In the networking, the inverter where the Dongle is installed is the master inverter, and other inverters are slave inverters. Slave inverters can communicate with the Dongle through cascading.
- When multiple inverters are cascaded, only one Smart Dongle or SmartLogger can be connected to the RS485 communications link.
- The Smart Power Sensor connects to the RS485-2 and RS485_2 ports, or 485B2 and 485A2 ports on the master inverter. The RS485-1 and RS485_1 ports, or 485B1 and
485A1 ports are used for inverter cascading.
Table 2-9 Number of cascaded inverters
Limit | Actual Connection |
---|
Maximum Number of Devices That Can Be Connected to the Smart Dongle
abcd| Number of Slave Inverters| Number of Other Devices (Such as
Power Meters)
10| n ≤ 9| ≤ 9 – n
Note a: You can view the number of devices that can be connected to the Smart
Dongle from the label on the external package.
Note b: If the number of inverters exceeds the limit, configure multiple Smart
Dongles. The installation and commissioning for each Smart Dongle are the
same.
Note c: If cascaded inverters include a single-phase inverter or are connected
to batteries, a maximum of three inverters can be cascaded.
Note d: If RS485 communication is used and the device is connected to the
RS485-2 and RS485_2 ports, or 485B2 and 485A2 ports on the master inverter,
the device is not counted as a cascaded device.
Table 2-10 Device description
Device | Description | Service Owner |
---|---|---|
PV module | Purchased by the customer | Device supplier |
Inverter | Master inverter | ● SUN2000-(2KTL-6KTL)-L1. Software version: |
SUN2000L V200R001C00 or later. (all software versions of this inverter model
are supported.)
● SUN2000-(3KTL-20KTL)-M0
● SUN2000-(3KTL-12KTL)-M1
● SUN2000-(8KTL-20KTL)-M2
● SUN2000-(20KTL-40KTL)-M3| Huawei
| Slave inverter| ● A master inverter can be used as a slave inverter.
● SUN2000-33KTL
● SUN2000-29.9KTL/33KTL-A/36KTL
● SUN2000-50KTL/60KTL-M0
● SUN2000-100KTL/110KTL-M0| Huawei
---|---|---|---
Dongle| Purchased by the customer. The model should be SDongleA-05.| Huawei
Router| ● The router supports WLAN (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n, 2.4 GHz), and the
inverters are within the WLAN signal coverage.
● The WPA, WPA2, or WPA/WPA2 encryption mode is recommended.
● The Enterprise mode is not supported (such as airport WLAN and other public
hotspots that require authentication).
● WEP and WPA TKIP encryption modes are not recommended because they have
serious security vulnerabilities.
● If the access fails in WEP or WPA TKIP mode, log in to the router and change
the encryption mode of the router to WPA2 or WPA/WPA2.| Device supplier
Intelligent management system| FusionSolar Smart PV Management System.
Software version: SmartPVMS V500R007C00SPC110 or later.| Huawei
App| FusionSolar app of 2.5.8 or a later version. The app can be locally
connected to the inverter and remotely connected to the FusionSolar Smart PV
Management System.| Huawei
Power distribution unit| Prepared by the customer| Device supplier
Smart Power Sensor| DTSU666-H| Huawei
Power meter| Prepared by the customer| Device supplier
Cable Connections
3.1 Connecting Cables for Cascaded Inverters
This document provides only the schematic diagram of inverter cascading. For
details about communications port definitions and cable connections, see the
user manual of each inverter.
Figure 3-1 Cable connections for cascaded inverters
NOTICE
- Ensure that the shielding layer is grounded when connecting the RS485 cable.
- When laying out communications cables, separate them from power cables and keep them away from strong interference sources to prevent communication interruption.
Figure 3-2 Connecting cables to the DTSU666-H (three-phase three-wire)
Figure 3-3 Connecting cables to the DTSU666-H (three-phase four-wire)
3.2 Installing the 4G/WLAN Smart Dongle
Step 1 Install a SIM card. (Skip this step for the WLAN Smart Dongle or the
Smart Dongle that is configured with a SIM card.)
Figure 3-4 Installing a SIM card
Step 2 Install the Smart Dongle onto the USB port on the master inverter.
Figure 3-5 Installing a Smart Dongle
3.3 Installing the WLAN-FE Smart Dongle
WLAN communication
Install the Smart Dongle onto the USB port on the master inverter.
Figure 3-6 Installing a Smart Dongle
FE Communication
After connecting the FE cable, install the Smart Dongle onto the USB port on
the master inverter.
You are advised to use a Cat 5e outdoor shielded network cable (outer diameter
< 9 mm; internal resistance ≤ 1.5 ohms/10 m) and shielded RJ45 connectors.
Figure 3-7 Installing a Smart Dongle
System Power-On and Commissioning
4.1 Checking Before Power-On
- Ensure that the ground cable of the inverter is securely connected.
- Ensure that the inverter is properly installed and all cables are correctly and reliably connected.
- Ensure that the Smart Dongle is properly installed.
4.2 Powering On the Inverter
Power on the inverter after cable connections are completed. Procedure
Step 1 Turn on the AC circuit breaker between the inverter and the power grid.
Step 2 Turn on the DC switch at the bottom of the inverter.
—-End
Viewing the LED Indicator Status of the Smart Dongle
Table 4-1 LED indicator status (WLAN Smart Dongle and WLAN-FE Smart Dongle)
Operation| Indicator Color| Indicator Status| Remarks|
Description
---|---|---|---|---
Installing the Smart Dongle
| N/A| Off| Normal
| The Smart Dongle is not secured or is not powered on.
Yellow (blinking green and red simultaneously)| Steady on| The Smart Dongle is
secured and powered on.
Red| Blinking fast (on for 0.2s and then off for 0.2s)| The parameters for
connecting to the router are to be set.
Red| Steady on| Abnormal| Replace the Smart Dongle because it has an internal
fault.
Blinking red and green alternatively| Blinking slowly (red for 1s and then
green for 1s)| No communication with the inverter
● Remove and insert the Smart Dongle.
● Check that the inverter matches the Smart Dongle.
● Connect the Smart Dongle to another inverter. Check whether the Smart Dongle
or the USB port of the inverter is faulty.
Upgrading the Smart Dongle| Blinking red and green alternatively| Blinking
fast (red for 0.2s and then green for 0.2s)| Normal| The Smart Dongle is being
upgraded locally.
Setting an inverter’s connection to a router| Green| Blinking slowly (on for
0.5s and then off for 0.5s)| Normal| Connecting to the router
Red| Blinking fast (on for 0.2s and then off for 0.2s)| Abnormal| Failed to
connect to the router. Check whether the parameters for connecting the Smart
Dongle to the router are properly set. If not, set the parameters correctly.
Set parameters in the manageme nt system| Green| Steady on| Normal|
Successfully connected to the management system.
Red| Blinking slowly (on for 1s and then off for 1s)| Abnormal| Failed to
connect to the management system. Check whether the parameters for connecting
inverters to the management system are properly set. If not, set the
parameters correctly.
Green| Blinking fast (on for 0.2s and then off for 0.2s)| Normal| The inverter
is communicating with the management system through the Smart Dongle.
Table 4-2 LED indicator status (4G Smart Dongle)
Indicator | Remarks | Description |
---|---|---|
N/A | Off | Normal |
Yellow (blinking green and red simultaneously) | Steady on | The Smart Dongle is |
secured and powered on.
Green| The indicator blinks at intervals of 2s, on for 0.1s and then off for
1.9s.| Normal| Dialing (duration < 1 min)
Abnormal| If the duration is longer than 1 min, the 4G parameter settings are
incorrect. Reset the parameters.
Blinking slowly (on for 1s and then off for 1s)| Normal| The dial-up
connection is set up successfully (duration < 30s).
Abnormal| If the duration is longer than 30s, the settings of the management
system parameters are incorrect. Reset the parameters.
Steady on| Normal| Successfully connected to the management system.
Blinking fast (on for 0.2s and then off for 0.2s)| The inverter is
communicating with the management system through the Smart Dongle.
Red| Steady on| Abnormal
| Replace the Smart Dongle because it has an internal fault.
Blinking fast (on for 0.2s and then off for 0.2s)| The Smart Dongle has no SIM
card or the SIM card is in poor contact. Check whether the SIM card has been
installed or is in good contact. If not, install the SIM card or remove and
insert the SIM card.
Blinking slowly (on for 1s and then off for 1s)| The Smart Dongle fails to
connect to the management system because the SIM card has no traffic or the
signal strength is poor. If the Smart Dongle is reliably connected, check the
SIM card signal through the app. If no signal is received or the signal
strength is weak, contact the carrier. Check whether the tariff and traffic of
the SIM card are normal. If not, recharge the SIM card or purchase a data
package.
Blinking red and green alternatively| Blinking slowly (red for 1s and green
for 1s)| No communication with the inverter
● Remove and insert the Smart Dongle.
● Check that the inverter matches the Smart Dongle.
● Connect the Smart Dongle to another inverter. Check whether the Smart Dongle
or the USB port of the inverter is faulty.
Blinking fast (red for 0.2s and then green for 0.2s)| Normal| The Smart Dongle
is being upgraded locally.
Site Deployment and Commissioning
5.1 Creating a PV Plant
5.1.1 Creating a PV Plant over the App
Prerequisites
- You have downloaded and installed the FusionSolar app which can be obtained by searching for FusionSolar in Huawei AppGallery or scanning the QR code.
https://intl.fusionsolar.huawei.com/pvmswebsite/nologin/assets/build/index.html#/jumppage
- The inverter is properly powered on and the Smart Dongle communicates with the management system properly.
- You have obtained the login account and password from the installation contractor or Huawei service engineer. If no account or password is available, create an account.
NOTE
- The latest app version is required for device commissioning. You can search for FusionSolar in App Store or scanning the QR code to install the app for iOS.
- This section contains a large number of screenshots, which are only used to illustrate the operation method. The PV plant, device model, and parameters in the figures are for reference only.
- The version of the FusionSolar app is 5.7.001. The actual screens may vary.
Procedure
Step 1 Register an installer account using a mobile number (only in China) or
email address. If an installer account exists, skip this step.
Figure 5-1 Registering an account
Step 2 Log in to the app using the installer account, and tap Setup Wizard to create a PV plant. For details, see the FusionSolar APP Quick Guide by scanning the QR code.
NOTE
- Use the initial password upon the first Log-in and change it immediately after login. To ensure account security, change the password periodically and keep the new password in mind. Not changing the initial password may cause password disclosure. A password left unchanged for a long period of time may be stolen or cracked. If a password is lost, devices cannot be accessed. In these cases, the user is liable for any loss caused to the PV plant.
- To create multiple installer accounts for a company, log in to the app and create an installer account by choosing New User.
Figure 5-3 FusionSolar APP Quick Guide
https://support.huawei.com/enterprise/en/doc/EDOC1100165052
5.1.2 Creating a PV Plant over the WebUI
Prerequisites
- You have matched the devices with the PV plant with the PV plant with the help of the installation contractor.
- The inverter and Smart Dongle have been powered on and communicates properly with the management system.
- You have obtained the login account and password from the installation contractor or Huawei service engineer. If no account or password is available, create an account.
Figure 5-4 Procedure for creating a PV plant
Procedure
Step 1 Enter the management system address in the address box of a browser:
https://intl.fusionsolar.huawei.com.
NOTE
- Browser: Chrome 67, Safari 9.0, Internet Explorer 11, or a later version is recommended.
- The software version corresponding to the user interface (UI) snapshots is SmartPVMS V500R007C00CP2101. The UIs may vary with software versions and are for reference only.
Step 2 If you have obtained the login account and password from the installation contractor or Huawei service engineer, enter the account and password, and click Login to go to the home page. If you have not created an account, click Installer Registration, fill in the registration information, and activate the account with the email verification code sent to you.
Figure 5-5 Login page
Figure 5-6 Registering an account
Step 3 Add Plant.
- Method 1: On the home page, click Add Plant.
Figure 5-7 Creating a PV plant (Method 1)
- Method 2: On the home page, click Plants in the upper-right corner to go to the Plant page, and choose Plant Management, click Add Plant.
Figure 5-8 Creating a PV plant (Method 2)
- Method 3: On the home page, click Plants in the upper-right corner to go to the Device page, and choose Device Access, select any device, and click Bind to New Plant.
NOTE
At least one device must be connected in the Device Access.
Figure 5-9 Creating a PV plant (Method 3)
Step 4 Fill in the basic information about the PV plant as required and click Next.
Figure 5-10 Basic information of the PV plant
Table 5-1 Description of basic information (* means required fields)
Parameter | Description |
---|---|
Company* | Company to which the new PV plant belongs. |
Plant name* | Name of the new PV plant. |
Grid connection time* | Start date of the safe operation of the PV plant. |
Contact Person | PV plant contact who facilitates problem handling. |
You are advised to set this parameter.
Contact method| Contact information which facilitates problem handling. You
are advised to set this parameter.
Step 5 On the Access Device tab page, set the connected devices for the PV plant.
- Manually enter the SN of the Smart Dongle and click the blank area of Device type. The system automatically displays the device name and model.
The affiliated inverters and power meter are automatically added. Click + on the left of the SN to expand the device information. (The + icon becomes the – icon after the information is expanded.) Then, check whether the connected devices are correct.
Figure 5-11 Entering the device SN
Step 6 Click Next to go to the String Configuration tab page.
-
Fill Total plant string capacity (kWp) (Total rated active power of the plant generator set) as required. In the device list, select one or more devices to be configured and click String Capacity Configuration. The String Capacity Configuration dialog box is displayed.
Figure 5-12 String capacity configuration -
Verify the number of PV strings and the string capacity, and click OK.
Figure 5-13 Verifying the number of PV strings and the string capacity NOTE
If Batch Configuration is selected, the capacity of other PV strings to be configured is automatically set to the same value as PV1 after PV1 capacity is configured.
Step 7 Click Next. On the displayed Electric Price Configuration tab
page, set the date range, time period, and electricity price.
Figure 5-14 Adding time-based prices
NOTE
- Click Add to add a date range. Multiple date ranges cannot overlap and must cover a full year.
- Click to add a time period and price. Multiple time periods cannot overlap and must cover a full year.
- Click Delete to delete a time-based price.
- Click to delete a date range.
Step 8
Click Next to go to the Other Information tab page. Set other information
about the PV plant, including Plant image, Address, Start time of safe
running, Plant introduction, and Plant time zone of the PV plant. Start time
of safe running refers to the day when the PV plant starts to generate
electricity normally. It is mainly used to calculate the safe running days of
the PV plant.
Figure 5-15 Other information
Step 9
Click Save. In the displayed dialog box, click OK. The PV plant is created
successfully.
—-End
Follow-up Procedure
- Modifying PV plant information: In the PV plant list, click Modify for the PV plant to be modified.
- Deleting a PV plant: In the PV plant list, select one or more PV plants to be deleted and click Delete.
5.2 Setting Grid-tied Control Parameters
5.2.1 Setting Parameters over the App
Prerequisites
- The FusionSolar app is recommended when the inverter is connected to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System. The SUN2000 app is recommended when the inverter is connected to other management systems.
- You have downloaded and installed the FusionSolar app which can be obtained by searching for FusionSolar in Huawei AppGallery or scanning the QR code. https://intl.fusionsolar.huawei.com/pvmswebsite/nologin/assets/build/index.html#/jumppage
- SUN2000 APP: Search for “SUN2000” in Huawei AppGallery, download the latest installation package, and install the SUN2000 app by following the instructions.
NOTE
- In areas (such as the UK) where the FusionSolar app is not available, or when a thirdparty management system is used, only the SUN2000 app can be used for commissioning. This document uses the FusionSolar app as an example to describe the commissioning method. For the SUN2000 app, perform operations as required.
- The SUN2000 app version should be 3.2.00.005 (Android) or later.
Procedure
Step 1
Run the FusionSolar app and go to the Device commissioning screen. (Perform
this step only for the FusionSolar app.)
Figure 5-16 Device commissioning
Step 2 Connect to the inverter.
Figure 5-17 Connecting to the inverter
NOTE
- The inverter WLAN password can be changed on the Communication configuration screen. You can tap in the upper-right corner of the home screen to change the login password for Common User, Advanced User, Special User, and installer.
- If you enter wrong login passwords for installer for five consecutive times and the interval between two attempts is within 2 minutes, your account will be locked. Log in to the app again after 5 minutes.
- Use the initial password upon the first Log-in and change it immediately after login. To ensure account security, change the password periodically and keep the new password in mind. Not changing the initial password may cause password disclosure. A password left unchanged for a long period of time may be stolen or cracked. If a password is lost, devices cannot be accessed. In these cases, the user is liable for any loss caused to the PV plant.
Step 3
Set grid-tied control parameters.
Figure 5-18 Parameter settings
Table 5-2 Control mode
Parameter | Description |
---|---|
Unlimited | N/A |
output power is not limited and the inverter can feed its rated power to the
power grid.
Grid connection with zero power| Closed-loop controller| • SDongle/
SmartLogger
• Inverter| • For a single inverter, set Closed-loop controller to Inverter.
• For multiple inverters, Closed-loop controller can only be set to
SDongle/Smarthogger.
Limitation mode| • Total power
• Single-phase power| • When this parameter is set to Total power, no
backfeeding occurs on the three phases.
• When this parameter is set to Single-phase power, no backfeeding occurs on
the phase with the maximum power.
Parameter| Description
---|---
| Power adjustment period| N/A| Specifies the shortest interval for a single
export limitation adjustment.
Maximum protection time| N/A| ● Specifies the time for detecting power meter
data. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power meter data within the
preset time, the Smart Dongle delivers the preset value of the Fail-safe
power threshold to the inverter for protection.
● The recommended value is 5s or greater.
Power control hysteresis| N/A| Specifies the dead zone for adjusting the
inverter output power. If the power fluctuates within the power control
hysteresis, the power is not adjusted.
Communication disconnection fail-safe| ● Disable
● Enable| In the inverter export limitation scenario, if this parameter is set
to Enable, the inverter will derate according to the active power derating
percentage when the communication between the inverter and the Smart Dongle is
disconnected for a period longer than Communication disconnection detection
time.
Communication disconnection detection time| N/A| Specifies the time for
determining the communication disconnection between the inverter and the Smart
Dongle. This parameter is displayed when Communication disconnection fail-safe
is set to Enable.
Active power output limit for fail-safe| N/A| Specifies the derating value of
the inverter active power by percentage. If the Smart Dongle does not detect
any power meter data or the communication between the Smart Dongle and the
inverter is disconnected, the Smart Dongle delivers the derating value of the
inverter active power by percentage.
Parameter| Description
---|---
Grid connection with limited power (kW)| Closed-loop controller| ● SDongle/
SmartLogger
● Inverter
| ● For a single inverter, set Closed- loop controller to Inverter.
● For multiple inverters, Closed- loop controller can only be set to
SDongle/SmartLogger.
Limitation mode| ● Total power
● Single-phase power| ● When this parameter is set to Total power , no
backfeeding occurs on the three phases.
● When this parameter is set to Single-phase power , no backfeeding occurs
on the phase with the maximum power.
PV plant capacity| N/A| Specifies the total maximum active power in the
inverter cascading scenario.
Maximum grid feed-in power (kW)| N/A| Specifies the maximum active power
transmitted from the grid-tied point to the power grid.
Power adjustment period| N/A| Specifies the shortest interval for a single
export limitation adjustment.
Maximum protection time| N/A| ● Specifies the time for detecting power meter
data. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power meter data within the
preset time, the Smart Dongle delivers the preset value of the Fail-safe
power threshold to the inverter for protection.
● The recommended value is 5s or greater.
Power control hysteresis| N/A| Specifies the dead zone for adjusting the
inverter output power. If the power fluctuates within the power control
hysteresis, the power is not adjusted.
Parameter| Description
---|---
| Communication disconnection fail-safe| ● Disable
● Enable
| In the inverter export limitation scenario, if this parameter is set to
Enable , the inverter will derate according to the active power derating
percentage when the communication between the inverter and the Smart Dongle is
disconnected for a period longer than Communication disconnection detection
time.
Communication disconnection detection time| N/A| Specifies the time for
determining the communication disconnection between the inverter and the Smart
Dongle. This parameter is displayed when Communication disconnection fail-
safe is set to Enable.
Active power output limit for fail-safe| N/A| Specifies the derating value of
the inverter active power by percentage. If the Smart Dongle does not detect
any power meter data or the communication between the Smart Dongle and the
inverter is disconnected, the Smart Dongle delivers the derating value of the
inverter active power by percentage.
Grid connection with limited power (%)| Closed-loop controller| ● SDongle/
SmartLogger
● Inverter| ● For a single inverter, set Closed- loop controller to
Inverter.
● For multiple inverters, Closed- loop controller can only be set to
SDongle/SmartLogger.
Limitation mode| ● Total power
● Single-phase power
| ● When this parameter is set to Total power , no backfeeding occurs on
the three phases.
● When this parameter is set to Single-phase power , no backfeeding occurs
on the phase with the maximum power.
PV plant capacity| N/A| Specifies the total maximum active power in the
inverter cascading scenario.
Maximum grid feed-in power (%)| N/A| Specifies the percentage of the maximum
active power of the grid- tied point to the PV plant capacity.
Parameter| Description
---|---
| Power adjustment period| N/A| Specifies the shortest interval for a single
export limitation adjustment.
Maximum protection time| N/A| ● Specifies the time for detecting power meter
data. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power meter data within the
preset time, the Smart Dongle delivers the preset value of the Fail-safe
power threshold to the inverter for protection.
● The recommended value is 5s or greater.
Power control hysteresis| N/A| Specifies the dead zone for adjusting the
inverter output power. If the power fluctuates within the power control
hysteresis, the power is not adjusted.
Communication disconnection fail-safe| ● Disable
● Enable| In the inverter export limitation scenario, if this parameter is set
to Enable , the inverter will derate according to the active power
derating percentage when the communication between the inverter and the Smart
Dongle is disconnected for a period longer than Communication disconnection
detection time.
Communication disconnection detection time| N/A| Specifies the time for
determining the communication disconnection between the inverter and the Smart
Dongle. This parameter is displayed when Communication disconnection fail-
safe is set to Enable.
Active power output limit for fail-safe| N/A| Specifies the derating value of
the inverter active power by percentage. If the Smart Dongle does not detect
any power meter data or the communication between the Smart Dongle and the
inverter is disconnected, the Smart Dongle delivers the derating value of the
inverter active power by percentage.
—-End
5.2.2 Setting Parameters over the WebUI
Prerequisites
- You have matched the devices with the PV plant with the PV plant with the help of the installation contractor.
- The inverter and Smart Dongle have been powered on and communicates properly with the management system.
- You have obtained the login account and password from the installation contractor or Huawei service engineer. If no account or password is available, create an account.
Procedure
Step 1
Enter the management system address in the address box of a browser:
https://intl.fusionsolar.huawei.com.
NOTE
- Browser: Chrome 67, Safari 9.0, Internet Explorer 11, or a later version is recommended.
- The software version corresponding to the user interface (UI) snapshots is SmartPVMS V500R007C00CP2101. The UIs may vary with software versions and are for reference only.
Step 2
If you have obtained the login account and password from the installation
contractor or Huawei service engineer, enter the account and password, and
click Login to go to the home page. If you have not created an account, click
Installer Registration, fill in the registration information, and activate the
account with the email verification code sent to you.
Figure 5-19 Login page
Figure 5-20 Registering an account
Step 3
On the home page, click Plants in the upper-right corner to go to the Device
page, and choose Device Management, select the corresponding PV plant, select
Smart Dongle, and click Ser Parameters.
Figure 5-21 Setting export limitation 1
Step 4
Choose Active Power Control and set related parameters.
Figure 5-22 Setting export limitation 2
Table 5-3 Active power control mode
Parameter | Description |
---|---|
Unlimited | N/A |
output power is not limited and the inverter can feed its rated power to the
power grid.
Grid connection with zero power| Closed-loop controller| ● SDongle/
SmartLogger
● Inverter| ● For a single inverter: When the Smart Dongle is connected, set
Closed-loop controller to Inverter. When the inverter is directly
connected, Closed-loop controller to Inverter. When the SmartLogger is
connected, set Closed-loop controller to SDongle/SmartLogger.
● For multiple inverters, Closed- loop controller can only be set to
SDongle/SmartLogger.
Limitation mode| ● Total power
● Single-phase power| ● When this parameter is set to Total power , no
backfeeding occurs on the three phases.
● When this parameter is set to Single-phase power , no backfeeding occurs
on the phase with the maximum power.
Power adjustment period| N/A| Specifies the shortest interval for a single
export limitation adjustment.
Parameter| Description
---|---
| Maximum protection time| N/A| ● Specifies the time for detecting power
meter data. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power meter data within
the preset time, the Smart Dongle delivers the preset value of the Fail-safe
power threshold to the inverter for protection.
● The recommended value is 5s or greater.
Power control hysteresis| N/A| Specifies the dead zone for adjusting the
inverter output power. If the power fluctuates within the power control
hysteresis, the power is not adjusted.
Fail-safe power threshold| N/A| Specifies the derating value of the inverter
active power by percentage. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power
meter data or the communication between the Smart Dongle and the inverter is
disconnected, the Smart Dongle delivers the derating value of the inverter
active power by percentage.
Grid connection with limited power (kW)| Closed-loop controller| ● SDongle/
SmartLogger
● Inverter| ● For a single inverter: When the Smart Dongle is connected, set
Closed-loop controller to Inverter. When the inverter is directly
connected, Closed-loop controller to Inverter. When the SmartLogger is
connected, set Closed-loop controller to SDongle/SmartLogger.
● For multiple inverters, Closed- loop controller can only be set to
SDongle/SmartLogger.
Limitation mode| ● Total power
● Single-phase power| ● When this parameter is set to Total power , no
backfeeding occurs on the three phases.
● When this parameter is set to Single-phase power , no backfeeding occurs
on the phase with the maximum power.
PV plant capacity| N/A| Specifies the total maximum active power in the
inverter cascading scenario.
Parameter| Description
---|---
| Maximum grid feed-in power (kW)| N/A| Specifies the maximum active power
transmitted from the grid-tied point to the power grid.
Power adjustment period| N/A| Specifies the shortest interval for a single
export limitation adjustment.
Maximum protection time| N/A| ● Specifies the time for detecting power meter
data. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power meter data within the
preset time, the Smart Dongle delivers the preset value of the Fail-safe
power threshold to the inverter for protection.
● The recommended value is 5s or greater.
Power control hysteresis| N/A| Specifies the dead zone for adjusting the
inverter output power. If the power fluctuates within the power control
hysteresis, the power is not adjusted.
Fail-safe power threshold| N/A| Specifies the derating value of the inverter
active power by percentage. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power
meter data or the communication between the Smart Dongle and the inverter is
disconnected, the Smart Dongle delivers the derating value of the inverter
active power by percentage.
Grid connection with limited power (%)| Closed-loop controller| ● SDongle/
SmartLogger
● Inverter| ● For a single inverter: When the Smart Dongle is connected, set
Closed-loop controller to Inverter. When the inverter is directly
connected, Closed-loop controller to Inverter. When the SmartLogger is
connected, set Closed-loop controller to SDongle/SmartLogger.
● For multiple inverters, Closed- loop controller can only be set to
SDongle/SmartLogger.
Parameter| Description
---|---
| Limitation mode| ● Total power
● Single-phase power| ● When this parameter is set to Total power , no
backfeeding occurs on the three phases.
● When this parameter is set to Single-phase power , no backfeeding occurs
on the phase with the maximum power.
PV plant capacity| N/A| Specifies the total maximum active power in the
inverter cascading scenario.
Maximum grid feed-in power(%)| N/A| Specifies the percentage of the maximum
active power of the grid- tied point to the PV plant capacity.
Power adjustment period| N/A| Specifies the shortest interval for a single
export limitation adjustment.
Maximum protection time| N/A| ● Specifies the time for detecting power meter
data. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power meter data within the
preset time, the Smart Dongle delivers the preset value of the Fail-safe
power threshold to the inverter for protection.
● The recommended value is 5s or greater.
Power control hysteresis| N/A| Specifies the dead zone for adjusting the
inverter output power. If the power fluctuates within the power control
hysteresis, the power is not adjusted.
Fail-safe power threshold| N/A| Specifies the derating value of the inverter
active power by percentage. If the Smart Dongle does not detect any power
meter data or the communication between the Smart Dongle and the inverter is
disconnected, the Smart Dongle delivers the derating value of the inverter
active power by percentage.
Maintenance
6.1 Modifying Inverter Communications Parameters
Prerequisites
- The FusionSolar app is recommended when the inverter is connected to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System. The SUN2000 app is recommended when the inverter is connected to other management systems.
- You have downloaded and installed the FusionSolar app which can be obtained by searching for FusionSolar in Huawei AppGallery or scanning the QR code. https://intl.fusionsolar.huawei.com/pvmswebsite/nologin/assets/build/index.html#/jumppage
- SUN2000 APP: Search for “SUN2000” in Huawei AppGallery, download the latest installation package, and install the SUN2000 app by following the instructions.
NOTE
- In areas (such as the UK) where the FusionSolar app is not available, or when a thirdparty management system is used, only the SUN2000 app can be used for commissioning. This document uses the FusionSolar app as an example to describe the commissioning method. For the SUN2000 app, perform operations as required.
- The SUN2000 app version should be 3.2.00.005 (Android) or later.
6.1.1 WLAN Communication Networking
Step 1
Run the FusionSolar app and go to the Device commissioning screen. (Perform
this step only for the FusionSolar app.)
Figure 6-1 Device commissioning
Step 2
Connect to the inverter.
Figure 6-2 Connecting to the inverter
NOTE
- The inverter WLAN password can be changed on the Communication configuration screen. You can tap in the upper-right corner of the home screen to change the login password for Common User, Advanced User, Special User, and installer.
- If you enter wrong login passwords for installer for five consecutive times and the interval between two attempts is within 2 minutes, your account will be locked. Log in to the app again after 5 minutes.
- Use the initial password upon the first Log-in and change it immediately after login. To ensure account security, change the password periodically and keep the new password in mind. Not changing the initial password may cause password disclosure. A password left unchanged for a long period of time may be stolen or cracked. If a password is lost, devices cannot be accessed. In these cases, the user is liable for any loss caused to the PV plant.
Step 3
Tap Communication configuration and set the parameters for Router connection
settings.
Figure 6-3 Inverter communication settings
Table 6-1 Parameter description
Type | Parameter | Setting Description |
---|---|---|
Inverter’s connection to a router | WLAN list | Specifies the name of the |
wireless network.
Password| Specifies the password for logging in to the wireless network.
DHCP| ● Enable this parameter if you use the IP address automatically
allocated by the router. In this case, the values of IP address , Subnet
mask , Gateway , Primary DNS server , and Secondary DNS server
are automatically allocated.
● Disable this parameter if you do not use the IP address automatically
allocated by the router. In this case, you need to set the values of IP
address , Subnet mask , Gateway , Primary DNS server , and
Secondary DNS server.
IP address| Specifies the IP address for the router to which the inverter WLAN
network connects. The IP address must be in the same network segment as the
router IP address.
Subnet mask| Specifies the router subnet mask.
Gateway| Specifies the router gateway address.
Primary DNS server| Specifies the address for the primary domain name service
(DNS) server.
Secondary DNS server| Specifies the address for the secondary DNS server.
Table 6-2 Description of icons
Icon | Router | Management system |
---|---|---|
Meaning | Disconnected | Incorrect password |
Connection failed. | Connection is successful. |
—-End
6.1.2 4G Communication Networking
Procedure
Step 1
Run the FusionSolar app and go to the Device commissioning screen. (Perform
this step only for the FusionSolar app.)
Figure 6-4 Device commissioning
Step 2
Connect to the inverter.
Figure 6-5 Connecting to the inverter
NOTE
- The inverter WLAN password can be changed on the Communication configuration screen. You can tap in the upper-right corner of the home screen to change the login password for Common User, Advanced User, Special User, and installer.
- If you enter wrong login passwords for installer for five consecutive times and the interval between two attempts is within 2 minutes, your account will be locked. Log in to the app again after 5 minutes.
- Use the initial password upon the first Log-in and change it immediately after login. To ensure account security, change the password periodically and keep the new password in mind. Not changing the initial password may cause password disclosure. A password left unchanged for a long period of time may be stolen or cracked. If a password is lost, devices cannot be accessed. In these cases, the user is liable for any loss caused to the PV plant.
Step 3
Tap Communication configuration and set 4G parameters.
Figure 6-6 Inverter communication settings
Table 6-3 Parameter description
Type | Parameter | Setting Description |
---|---|---|
4G | APN mode | ● Set the parameters related to the SIM card based on the |
information provided by the SIM card carrier.
APN
Type| Parameter| Setting Description
---|---|---
| APN dialup number| ● When APN mode is set to Manual , APN ,
APN dialup number , APN user name , and APN user password are all
displayed and configurable. When APN mode is set to Automatic , these
parameters are not displayed.
APN user name
APN user password
Network mode
PIN
Table 6-4 Description of icons
Icon | SIM card | Management system |
---|---|---|
Meani ng | Enter the PIN. | No SIM card |
strength | Connection failed. | Connection is successful. |
Icon | ||
Meani ng | Enter the PUK. | Failed to read the card. The signal is |
poor or the subscriber is in arrears. | Connected; signal strength | N/A |
—-End
6.1.3 FE Communication Networking
Step 1
Run the FusionSolar app and go to the Device commissioning screen. (Perform
this step only for the FusionSolar app.)
Figure 6-7 Device commissioning
Step 2
Connect to the inverter.
Figure 6-8 Connecting to the inverter
NOTE
- The inverter WLAN password can be changed on the Communication configuration screen. You can tap in the upper-right corner of the home screen to change the login password for Common User, Advanced User, Special User, and installer.
- If you enter wrong login passwords for installer for five consecutive times and the interval between two attempts is within 2 minutes, your account will be locked. Log in to the app again after 5 minutes.
- Use the initial password upon the first Log-in and change it immediately after login. To ensure account security, change the password periodically and keep the new password in mind. Not changing the initial password may cause password disclosure. A password left unchanged for a long period of time may be stolen or cracked. If a password is lost, devices cannot be accessed. In these cases, the user is liable for any loss caused to the PV plant.
Step 3
Tap Communication configuration and set the parameters for Router connection
settings.
Figure 6-9 Inverter communication settings
Table 6-5 Parameter description
Type | Parameter | Setting Description |
---|---|---|
Inverter’s connection to a router | DHCP | ● Enable this parameter if you use |
the IP address automatically allocated by the router. In this case, the values
of IP address , Subnet mask , Gateway , Primary DNS server ,
and Secondary DNS server are automatically allocated.
● Disable this parameter if you do not use the IP address automatically
allocated by the router. In this case, you need to set the values of IP
address , Subnet mask , Gateway , Primary DNS server , and
Secondary DNS server.
IP address| Specifies the IP address for the router to which the inverter WLAN
network connects. The IP address must be in the same network segment as the
router IP address.
Subnet mask| Specifies the router subnet mask.
Gateway| Specifies the router gateway address.
Primary DNS server| Specifies the address for the primary domain name service
(DNS) server.
Secondary DNS server| Specifies the address for the secondary DNS server.
Table 6-6 Description of icons
Icon | Router | Management system |
---|---|---|
Meani ng | Connection failed. | Connecting… |
successful. | Connection failed. | Connection is successful. |
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6.2 Exporting Inverter and Smart Dongle Logs
Procedure
Step 1
Log in to the management system, click Settings in the upper-right corner to
go to the System Settings page, and choose Log Export.
Figure 6-10 System Settings page
Step 2
Select devices and click Start Export to create an export task. When the
export status is Succeeded, select the corresponding logs and click Save Log
to save the logs locally.
Figure 6-11 Exporting and saving logs
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6.3 Upgrading the Inverter and Smart Dongle Software
Prerequisites
- You have contacted Huawei technical support engineers to upload the upgrade package of the software.
- The FusionSolar app is recommended when the inverter is connected to the FusionSolar Smart PV Management System. The SUN2000 app is recommended when the inverter is connected to other management systems.
- You have downloaded and installed the FusionSolar app which can be obtained by searching for FusionSolar in Huawei AppGallery or scanning the QR code. https://intl.fusionsolar.huawei.com/pvmswebsite/nologin/assets/build/index.html#/jumppage
- SUN2000 APP: Search for “SUN2000” in Huawei AppGallery, download the latest installation package, and install the SUN2000 app by following the instructions.
Connecting to the Inverter over the App
Step 1
Ensure that the Smart Dongle to be upgraded is inserted into a running
inverter. Wait for more than 2 minutes, remove the Smart Dongle, and connect
the WLAN module, Bluetooth module, or USB data cable to the inverter.
NOTE
Perform this step if communication with the inverter over a WLAN module,
Bluetooth module, or USB data cable is required.
Step 2
Run the FusionSolar app and go to the Device commissioning screen. (Perform
this step only for the FusionSolar app.)
Figure 6-12 Device commissioning
Step 3
Connect to the inverter.
Figure 6-13 Connecting to the inverter
NOTE
- The inverter WLAN password can be changed on the Communication configuration screen. You can tap in the upper-right corner of the home screen to change the login password for Common User, Advanced User, Special User, and installer.
- If you enter wrong login passwords for installer for five consecutive times and the interval between two attempts is within 2 minutes, your account will be locked. Log in to the app again after 5 minutes.
- Use the initial password upon the first Log-in and change it immediately after login. To ensure account security, change the password periodically and keep the new password in mind. Not changing the initial password may cause password disclosure. A password left unchanged for a long period of time may be stolen or cracked. If a password is lost, devices cannot be accessed. In these cases, the user is liable for any loss caused to the PV plant.
Step 4
Upgrade a device as prompted.
NOTE
- Prepare the upgrade package before upgrading the device.
- Delivering an upgrade command to an inverter may cause power grid connection failure of the inverter and affect the energy yield.
Figure 6-14 Upgrading a device
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Connecting to the Smart Dongle over the App
NOTE
Only SDongleA-05 supports this upgrade mode.
Step 1
Run the FusionSolar app and go to the Device commissioning screen. (Perform
this step only for the FusionSolar app.)
Figure 6-15 Device commissioning
Step 2
Connect the Smart Dongle.
Figure 6-16 Connecting the Smart Dongle
Step 3
Upgrade a device as prompted.
NOTE
Prepare the upgrade package before upgrading the device.
Figure 6-17 Upgrading a device
Over the WebUI
Step 1
Log in to the management system, click Settings in the upper-right corner to
go to the System Settings page, and choose Upgrade Management. On the Device
Upgrade tab page, click Add, and create an upgrade task.
Figure 6-18 Creating an upgrade task
Step 2
Set Upgrade Mode, Device type, Target version, and Device selection, and click
Confirm to upgrade the devices.
NOTE
If the update after confirmation mode is selected, the device can be updated
only after the user’s consent is obtained.
Figure 6-19 Device upgrade
6.4 Updating the Device List
When a device connected to the Smart Dongle is deleted or replaced, you need
to update the plant device information on the Device Management page.
Prerequisites
The PV plant to be updated communicates properly with the FusionSolar Smart PV
Management System.
Procedure
Step 1
On the home page of the management system, select the plant to be modified
from the plant list.
Step 2
On the Device Management page, select the target device, and then delete or
replace the device.
Figure 6-20 Device management
NOTE
Replacing inverters does not affect the total energy yield of the PV plant.
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6.5 Replacing the Smart Dongle and the Master Inverter
6.5.1 Replacing the Smart Dongle
Replacing a Faulty Smart Dongle with a Smart Dongle of the Same Model
NOTE
If SDongleA-01, SDongleA-03, or SDongleA-05 is faulty, only SDongleA of the
same model can be used to replace it.
Step 1
Remove the faulty Smart Dongle.
Step 2
Replace the SIM card. (Perform this step when the 4G communication mode is
used.)
- If the purchased Smart Dongle has a built-in SIM card, replace the Smart Dongle without replacing the SIM card.
- If the purchased Smart Dongle does not have a built-in SIM card, use the SIM card in the faulty Smart Dongle.
Step 3
Install a new Smart Dongle onto the inverter where the faulty Smart Dongle was
installed.
Step 4
Set the password for logging in to the WLAN. (Perform this step when the WLAN
communication mode is used.)
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Replacing a Faulty Smart Mobile-4G with an SDongleA-03
NOTE
- Replacing a Faulty Smart Mobile-4G-CN with an SDongleA-03-CN.
- Replacing a Faulty Smart Mobile-4G-EU with an SDongleA-03-EU.
Step 1
Check that the software version of the master inverter supports the
SDongleA-03.
If the software version does not support the SDongleA-03, upgrade the software
version of the master inverter.
Step 2
Remove the faulty Smart Dongle.
Step 3
Replace the SIM card. (Perform this step when the 4G communication mode is
used.)
- If the purchased Smart Dongle has a built-in SIM card, replace the Smart Dongle without replacing the SIM card.
- If the purchased Smart Dongle does not have a built-in SIM card, use the SIM card in the faulty Smart Dongle.
Step 4
Set the password for logging in to the WLAN. (Perform this step when the WLAN
communication mode is used.)
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6.5.2 Replacing the Master Inverter
Step 1
When the MBUS is used for networking, use the app to change the cascading mode
of the original master inverter to RS485 through Quick settings.
NOTE
Tap Search for Cascaded Inverters and exit after 5s.
Figure 6-21 Setting inverter cascading
Step 2
Remove the Smart Dongle and install it on the new master inverter.
Step 3
Set up a site and commission the new master inverter.
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6.6 Troubleshooting Common Issues
Table 6-7 Common faults and troubleshooting measures
Fault | Cause | Troubleshooting |
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Huawei FusionSolar Smart PV Management System shows that the communication
with the inverter is interrupted.| 1. The RS485 cables among inverters are
loose or disconnected.
2. The PV string is not properly connected, and the inverter has no DC input.
3. The baud rate or RS485 address of the inverter is changed.
4. An inverter is replaced.
5. The inverter has been removed.
6. The Smart Dongle is faulty.| 1. Check that the RS485 cables among
inverters are properly connected and tightened.
2. Check that the inverter is correctly connected and power on the inverter.
3. Check that the baud rate and RS485 address of the inverter are set
correctly.
4. Check whether any inverter has been replaced. If yes, search for the new
inverter on the management system.
5. If an inverter has been removed, search for inverters again on the
management system.
6. Replace the Smart Dongle.
The SN of the Smart Dongle cannot be identified by the FusionSolar app.| The
bar code is damaged and cannot be scanned.| Manually enter the SN on the Add
Device screen on the FusionSolar app.
The devices connected to the Smart Dongle are not connected to the Huawei
FusionSolar Smart PV Management System properly.| 1. Check whether the
inverter software version meets the requirements. If not, upgrade the inverter
to a specified version or later.
2. Check that the RS485 communications cables are connected properly.
3. Check that the RS485 communications parameters of the inverter are set
correctly.
4. Check that the inverter communications parameters are correctly set.| If
the inverters cannot be detected after troubleshooting, the Smart Dongle is
faulty. Contact Huawei technical support.
Fault| Cause| Troubleshooting
---|---|---
After the Smart Dongle is replaced, the connection to the management system
using the original SIM card fails.| The SIM card is bound to the original
Smart Dongle.| Contact the carrier of the SIM card to unbind the SIM card from
the Smart Dongle.
Acronyms and Abbreviations
A
app| Application
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L
LCD| liquid crystal display
S
SN| Serial Number
U
USB| Universal Serial Bus
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