Goodwe SCB3000A User manual

V1.2-2022-08-15
Solar Communication Box
(SCB3000A | SCB3000B)
Quick Installation Guide

01
• Disconnect the solar communication box with the utility grid when installing or maintaining
the device to avoid electric shock.
• Do not touch the live parts like the internal components or cables when the equipment is
working to avoid electric shock.
• Disconnect the equipment with the utility grid before replacing the internal components
with a new component that meets requirements. The manufacturer shall not be liable for
equipment damage or personal injury if you do not follow the instructions.
• Do not connect or disconnect any cables when the equipment is working.
• Make sure that the voltage and current of the AC input cable match the nominal voltage and
current of the equipment. The manufacturer shall not be liable for equipment damage if you
do not follow the instructions.
• The information in this quick installation guide is subject to change due to product updates
or other reasons. This guide cannot replace the product labels or the safety precautions in
the user manual unless otherwise specied. All descriptions here are for guidance only.
• Before installations, read through the quick installation guide. For additional information,
please see the user manual.
• All operations should be performed by trained and knowledgeable technicians who are
familiar with local standards and safety regulations.
• Check the deliverables for correct model, complete contents, and intact appearance. Contact
the manufacturer if any damage is found or any component is missing.
• Use insulating tools and wear personal protective equipment when operating the equipment
to ensure personal safety. Wear anti-static gloves, clothes, and wrist strip when touching
electronic components to protect the equipment from damage. The manufacturer shall not
be liable for any damage caused by static electricity.
• Strictly follow the installation, operation, and conguration instructions in this guide and user
manual. The manufacturer shall not be liable for equipment damage or personal injury if you
do not follow the instructions. For more warranty details, please visit https://en.goodwe.com/
warranty .
General Disclaimer
Safety Precautions01
Safety Disclaimer
WARNING

02
Check before Power-on
No. Check Item
1The product is rmly installed at a clean place that is well-ventilated and easy-to-
operate.
2The PE, AC input, RS485 communication cable, PLC communication cable, and optical
ber cables are connected correctly and securely.
3 Cable ties are intact, routed properly and evenly.
4 Unused ports and terminals are sealed.
Potential risks exist. Wear
proper PPE before any
operations.
Fragile. Handle with care.
Recyclable. Ensure that no moisture can
penetrate the product.
Do not dispose of the inverter
as household waste.Discard
the product in compliance
with local laws and
regulations, or send it back to
the manufacturer.
CE marking
Grounding point. Indicates
the position for connecting
the PE cable.
- -
Warning labels on the device are as follows.

03
LED Indicator
Port Status Description
POWER
ON The power supply is normal.
OFF The power supply is abnormal.
RUN
Blinking (1
second ON,
1second OFF)
The device is working normally.
ON or OFF The device cannot work normally.
SERVER
ON The network is normal.
Blinking (1
second ON, 1
second OFF)
The connection to the router is normal, but the connection to the
server fails.
OFF The network is abnormal.
PC
ON The device is connected to the computer and the ProMate app.
OFF The device is not connected to the computer or the ProMate app.
COM1
ON The actual number of inverters collected by the communication box
is equal to that set by the ProMate app.
Blinking (1
second ON,
1second OFF)
The actual number of inverters collected by the communication box
is smaller than that set by the ProMate app.
Blinking (1
second ON, 3
seconds OFF)
The number of inverters to be collected was not set by the ProMate
app.
OFF The communication box cannot collect any inverter data.
COM2
ON The actual number of inverters collected by the communication box
is equal to that set by the ProMate app.
Blinking (1
second ON, 1
second OFF)
The actual number of inverters collected by the communication box
is smaller than that set by the ProMate app.
Blinking (1
second ON, 3
seconds OFF)
The number of inverters to be collected was not set by the ProMate
app.
OFF The communication box cannot collect any inverter data.

04
Port Status Description
COM3
ON The actual number of inverters collected by the communication box
is equal to that set by the ProMate app.
Blinking (1
second ON, 1
seconds OFF)
The actual number of inverters collected by the communication box
is smaller than that set by the ProMate app.
Blinking (1
second ON, 3
seconds OFF)
The communication box cannot collect any inverter data.
OFF The inverter data is not collected.
COM4
ON Communication with third-party devices like environmental
monitoring equipment is normal.
OFF Not connected to third-party devices like environmental monitoring
equipment.

05
Parts and Dimensions
Packing List
1. PE cable hole 2. Three-phase AC input
Cable hole 3.
RS485 communication
cable and network cable
hole
4. Optical ber cable hole 5. Ventilation valve 6. Reserved
7. Single-phase AC input
Cable hole 8. PE Terminal
Product Introduction02
Installing the Communication Box03
x 1
x Nx N
x N x 4
x 2
x N
x N x 3
x 1
N=Quantity depends on the communication box model.

06
Angle Requirements
Space Requirements

07
Installing the Communication Box
1 2 3
04
Opening the Cabinet Door
Contact the after sales service center to get the key.
Electrical Connection

08
Internal Components
SCB3000A
SCB3000B

09
1. Grounding busbar 2. Single-phase AC
input switch 3. Three-phase AC input switch
4. Three-phase AC input
Terminal 5. Single-phase AC input Terminal 6. RS485 Communication PE Terminal
7.
RS485 Communication
Terminal (with the
inverter)
8. Fiber splice tray 9. Data logger
10.
RS485 Communication
Terminal (with the
inverter or a third party
device)
11. Power adapter 12. Network port
1
3
2
M6
3~3.5N·m
1
23
M5
1.2~2N·m
Copper, 2.5mm2≤S≤4mm2
L=L1+(1-2)mm L1
PE connection outside of the box
PE connection inside of the box
L1 L1
Copper, 5mm2≤S≤10mm2

10
1
2
2
1
M6
3~3.5N·m
3
Three-phase AC input Cable
L
Copper, 1.5mm2≤S≤4mm2
18mm≤Φ≤25mm 520mm-540mm
190mm-210mm
L
L
L1
L2
L3
PE
Single-phase AC input Cable
1
2
1
M4
0.8~0.85N·m
M6
3~3.5N·m
1
2
3
2
Copper, 1.5mm2≤S≤4mm2
13mm≤Φ≤18mm 1590mm-1600mm
170mm-190mm L1 L1
L2
L2
N
L
PE

11
Network Cable
NO. Color
1 White & Orange
2 Orange
3 White & Green
4 Blue
5 White & Blue
6 Green
7 White & Brown
8Brown
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Connecting the RS485 Communication Cable (with the inverter)
Use OT terminals to crimp the shielding layer of the STP. Insert the cable into the communication
cable grounding port.
No. Type Port No. Type Port
1
SCB3000A&
SCB3000B
RS485 A 5
SCB3000B
RS485 A
2 RS485 B 6 RS485 B
3 RS485 A 7 RS485 A
4 RS485 B 8 RS485 B
1
2
1
M3
0.8N·m
12345678
0.5mm2≤S≤1mm2
6.5mm
25mm
13mm≤Φ≤18mm

12
Optical Fiber Cable
Optical ber cables should be connected by professional technicians.
Connecting RS485 Communication Cables (with the inverter or a third party device)
1
2
M2
0.3~0.4N·m
3
0.5mm2≤S≤1mm2
6.5mm
25mm
13mm≤Φ≤18mm
Silk Screen Type Port
COM3
RS485 A
Connect with the inverter.
RS485 B
COM4
RS485 A Connect with a third party device like the environmental
monitor and so on.
Contact after-sale service for this specic function Contact after-
sale service to connect the environmental monitor.
RS485 B

13
Power On and O05
Closing the Cabinet Door
1
2
Power ON Power OFF
Turn on Turn o
1 2 2 1

14
Commissioning via ProMate Software
Monitoring via SEMS Portal App
For more details, scan the QR code below to read the user manual.
SCB3000A & SCB3000B
User Manual
Commissioning06
Please download the ProMate app at https://en.goodwe.com/.
Read the user manual before commissioning.
play
App Store
SEMS Portal
SEMS Portal APP

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