SRP SR1500TL User manual

USER MANUAL
SUNNY ROO SERIES PHOTOVOLTAIC INVERTER
SR1500TL / SR2000TL / SR3000TL / SR4200TL / SR5000TL

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Contents
Introduction...............................................................................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions................................................................................................4
Product Overview....................................................................................................................5
Installation................................................................................................................................10
Front Panel Functional Descriptions................................................................................16
Starting the SR Series Inverter............................................................................................17
The Communications Interface.........................................................................................23
Inverter Status Diagnostics and Repair...........................................................................26
Specifications...........................................................................................................................30
Introduction
Thank you for buying this Sunny Roo Series Inverter. Many years of design
experience has gone into the construction of this device, and your Sunny Roo
Series Inverter should give your solar power system many years of trouble-free
operation.
Your new Inverter is a complex electronic system, and over its life-time it will
be confronted with a variety of local conditions. If a malfunction of your Sunny
Roo Series Inverter occurs, please contact your specialised dealer directly. Your
dealer will assist you or will refer you to someone who can help with your
query.
Please read this User Manual carefully to familiarise yourself with your new
device. Please pay particular attention to information regarding the installation
and commissioning of your Sunny Roo Series Inverter.
Important Safety Instructions
General
This manual contains important instructions for the Sunny Roo Series SR
1500TL, 2000TL, 3000TL, 4200TL, 5000TL that should be followed during
installation and maintenance of the inverters.
Housing
Only qualified installers are authorised to open the connection area. Do not
open the connection area when the inverter is under load (ie. ensure power is
not running through inverter).
Only trained service staff may open the upper portion (power stage) of the SR
Series Inverter, and only when the inverter is not under load.
Repair
Only trained service staff are authorised to carry out repairs to the SR Series
Inverter unit.
Warning! Incorrect operation and/or work
performed can cause serious injury and damage!
Only qualified personnel are authorised to install
your SR Series Inverter; installation should be
carried out within the scope of the respective
technical regulations. Do not start operation or
carry out maintenance work before reading the
chapter ‘Important Safety Instructions’.
Warning! These servicing instructions are for use
by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing other
than that specified in the operating instructions
unless qualified to do so.
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PV Module
Before connecting the solar modules, you must check whether the voltage
parameters specified in the manufacturer’s data correspond with the actual
parameters. When checking the voltage reading, please take into account that
solar modules supply a higher no-load voltage when temperature is low and
sunlight level remains unchanged. At 14°F (-10°C) the open-circuit voltage of
the PV modules must never exceed 500V. The data sheet of the solar module
will tell you the temperature factors applicable for determining the theoretical
open-circuit voltage at 14°F (-10°C). If the solar modules exceed an open-circuit
voltage of 500V, the SR Series Inverter may be damaged. In these circumstanc-
es all warranty rights will be void.
The SR Series Inverter includes a Residual Current Monitoring Unit (RCMU)
according to VDE0126-1-1. This device measures the Earth current of the PV
array and will prevent the inverter from feeding the grid in the case of an
Earth fault.
Grid Connection
Only appropriately licensed contractors are authorised to connect the SR
Series Inverter to the grid. Consult your local authorities for specific require-
ments. Before connecting the SR Series Inverter to the grid, permission for the
connection must be granted by the utility company.
Product Overview
External Dimensions
Module number
Dimensions (mm)
SR1500TL, SR2000TL,
SR3000TL
SR4200TL,
SR5000TL
L 455 455
H 430 510
D 170 170

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Unit Description
1. LCD & LED Display: Shows the operation information and status of the
inverter.
2. Solar Array Input: Plug-and-play connector terminals for the connection of
the solar modules (The SR1500TL/2000TL/SR3000TL
only have one PV string input).
3. Standard Communication Port : EPO & RS232.
4. Optional Communication Slot: USB, RS485, Dry Contact, TCP/ IP.
5. AC Output Terminal: AC output for the utility supply.
Installation
Please read ‘Important Safety Instructions’ (page 3 & 4) before installing the
SR Series Inverter.
Unpacking
Inspect the SR Series Inverter upon receipt. If damage has occurred during
shipment please notify your specialised dealer immediately. The inverter pack-
aging is recyclable, we encourage you to re-use it or dispose of it properly.
Remove the SR Inverter from its box. Check the package contents.
Standard contents should include:
✓1 set of accessories
✓1 data CD-ROM
✓1 Mounting Frame Accessory Kit (shown below):
SR4200TL/5000TL SR1500TL/2000TL/3000TL

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Installation Requirements
The SR Series Inverter is heavy. Take this weight into
consideration when choosing the installation site and
method of installation.
To ensure proper operation and long operating life, always
position the SR Series Inverter according to the following
requirements:
(1) The SR Series Inverter is designed for
outdoor installation, and should be installed
away from direct sunlight. Increased
ambient temperatures and/or installation
in poorly ventilated and warm indoor
locations may reduce the yield of the PV
system. The optimum ambient temperature
lies within the -25°C to +50°C range.
(2) The SR Series Inverter is designed to be mounted on a vertical wall.
If installing the unit outdoors, make sure that it is not slanting forward.
We advise against installing the unit in a horizontal position.
(3) When choosing the installation site, ensure there is enough space for heat
dissipation. Under normal conditions, installers should adhere to the following
guidelines regarding space to be left clear around the inverter:
Mounting the Unit
We recommend that you use the supplied wall mounting bracket to mount
the SR Series Inverter. For vertical installation and installation on solid concrete
or block walls, be sure to take into account the weight of the inverter when
selecting the mounting materials.
If you do not want to use the supplied wall mounting bracket, refer to the
dimensions shown in the drawing above. The procedure for mounting the
inverter using the wall mounting bracket is described on the following pages.
SR1500TL/2000TL/3000TL 23Kg
SR4200TL/5000TL 28Kg

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Installation: Step by Step
Step 1. Fit the wall mounting bracket.
When marking the positions of the drill holes,
use the wall mounting bracket as a drilling
template.
Step 2. Hang the SR Series Inverter onto the wall mounting bracket using its
upper mounting plate. This ensures the inverter cannot be moved sideways.
Step 3. Check that the SR Series Inverter is positioned securely on the bracket.
Electrical Installation
The correct installation for the SR Series Inverter is shown in the following
diagram below (Fig. 1)
Fig. 1

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Connecting to the Grid (AC utility)
To connect the AC cable, proceed as follows:
Step 1. Measure the voltage and frequency of the Grid/Utility.
The voltage and frequency of the Grid/Utility will differ between countries.
Step 2. Before wiring the SR Series Inverter, ensure the main breaker in the
primary utility breaker box is switched to OFF. Switch this breaker to ON only
after all wiring has been completed as instructed in this User Manual.
Step 3. Remove the screws that secure the case of the SR Series Inverter and
carefully remove the cover. Remove the connection from the cover as shown
in Fig. 2.
Step 4. Insert utility wires through cable gland. Connect wires according to
polarities indicated on terminal block.
L1 means LINE1 (black), N means Neutral (White), L2 means LINE2 (Red), E
means system Earth (yellow-green) as shown in Fig. 3
Step 5. Fix the housing cover of the SR Series Inverter and evenly tighten the
four screws.
To prevent risk of electric shock, ensure the Earth wire is properly Earthed
before operating the SR Series Inverter.
Suggested cable width for AC wire;
Model Diameter (mm) Area (mm2) AWG no.
SR 4200TL/5000TL >2.59 >5.5 >10
SR 1500TL/ 2000TL/
3000TL
>2.05 >3.5 >12
Fig. 2
Fig. 3

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Connecting the PV Array (DC)
PV Module Requirements
The SR Series Inverters are designed with input connector terminals for the
connection of solar modules. Models SR1500TL/2000TL/3000TL have one
connector terminal, Models SR4200TL/5000TL have two connector terminals.
Each connector terminal can be connected to a string of PV modules. A string
refers to a number of PV modules/panels connected in sequence. Each string
can feature any number of solar modules, provided the guidelines listed below
are adhered to (refer Fig. 4). Where inverters have input connector terminals
for two strings (eg SR4200TL/5000TL), each string configuration does not
have to be identical.
Wiring to the PV Module
The SR Series Inverter is equipped with PV quick connects for connecting up to
two PV strings.
GUIDELINES: When determining the number of panels required in a PV
string, ensure the following three requirements are met:
1. To avoid damage to the SR Series Inverter, make sure the maximum
open circuit voltage (Voc) of each PV string is less than 500 Vdc
under any condition. Voltage over 500 Vdc will damage the inverter.
2. Do not exceed the maximum array short circuit/current rating marked
on the SR Series Inverter.
3. To achieve maximum energy harvest from your array, ensure that the
Vmp (voltage at maximum power) does not drop below 150 Vdc or
increase above 450 Vdc under most conditions.
To wire the PV array to the SR Series Inverter, follow these steps:
Step 1: Check that the PV generator connectors have the right polarity
and do not exceed the maximum string voltage.
Step 2: Connect the POSITIVE (+) wire from the #1 PV string to SR Series
Inverter positive (+) connect.
Step 3: Connect the NEGATIVE (–) wire from the #1 PV string to SR
Series Inverter negative (–) connect.
Step 4: Connect the Earth wire from the #1 PV string to SR Series
Inverter Earth connect.
Step 5: If necessary, repeat Step 2 and Step 4 for the #2 PV string.
Double check that the wires are in the proper locations.
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
DC Connections for a
Two-String PV Array

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Front Panel Functional Descriptions
Symbols on the LCD Display Panel
Starting the SR Series Inverter
Before the inverter is started, check the following:
The housing cover is securely screwed tight.
The AC breaker is OFF.
The DC cables (PV strings) are fully connected.
The AC (utility) cable is connected correctly.
Operation Test and Installation Instruction
Connect the PV string voltage by switching on the DC circuit breaker. The
SR Series Inverter starts automatically when it receives DC voltage greater than
120Vdc. All of the LEDs will light up. The LCD display will illustrate drawing A.
After 3 seconds, the LCD display will illustrate from drawing A to drawing B1
and B2. The Green LED flashes to indicate that the DC input power is smaller
than sleep power. The yellow LED steadily lights up to indicate that no utility
exists.
LCD Display
Symbol Description
Utility Source
Inverter working
in specified mode
Solar Cell
Inverter operation
mode Flow Chart
4 Digits
Measurement
Display
LED Indicators
2RED LED steadily lights up to indicate an Earth
fault or a DC input isolation fault.
3
YELLOW LED steadily lights up to indicate that the
utility (ex. voltage, frequency etc.) does not match
the input standard of the inverter.
4
Green LED steadily lights up to indicate that the
Solar Cell power is greater than sleep power; the
LED flashes to indicate that the Solar Cell power is
smaller than sleep power.
Control Keypads
5Special Function Log in /out.
6Go to next page.
7To re-confirm the change of Inverter Setting.
8Go to previous page.
A.
B1.
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Turn on the AC breaker. If Utility specification (ex. voltage, frequency etc.) is
matched with the specs of the inverter, after 300 seconds the LCD display will
illustrate drawing C. And the Yellow LED will go out to indicate that the utility
is acceptable by the inverter. If the Utility’s specification (ex. voltage, frequency
etc.) is not matched with the specs of the inverter then an error code or error
status will be shown on the screen.
After 5 seconds, if the DC soft start of the inverter is successful, the LCD display
will illustrate drawing D. The Green LED still flashes.
After 10 seconds, if the AC soft start of inverter is successful the LCD display
will illustrate drawing E.
If the inverter is in failure (ex. Output Current Over Range), then an error code
or error status will be shown on the screen. ( Example: Drawing F)
If start-up operation of the inverter is complete and successful. The LCD display
will illustrate drawing E.
Checking Measured Values & Figures
If you would like to check the measured values and figures detected by
the Inverter, please scroll up and scroll down using the key pad.
When scrolling down using the key pad, the LCD display will illustrate
as follows:
Input DC Voltage of String A, as drawing G.
Input DC Voltage of String B, as drawing H.
Input DC Current of String A, as drawing I.
Input DC Current of String B, as drawing J.
C.
G.
H.
I.
J.
D.
E.
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Output Power of Booster A, as drawing K.
Output Power of Booster B, as drawing L.
Output Voltage of Inverter (Utility Voltage), as drawing M.
Output Frequency of Inverter (Utility Frequency), as drawing N.
Output Current Supplied to Load, as drawing O.
Output Power Supplied to Load, as drawing P.
Energy KWH Supplied to Load, as drawing Q.
Inverter Inner Temperature (°C, °F) , as drawing R.
Heat Sink Temperature (°C, °F) , as drawing S.
K. P.
Q.
R.
S.
M.
N.
O.
L.

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SR Series Inverter Status Descriptions
The SR Series Inverter starts up automatically when DC-power from the PV
panel is sufficient. Once the inverter starts, it enters into one of the following
status:
The Communications Interface
Standard communications interface
RS232 interface definition
The RS232 interface shall be set as follows:
Baud Rate 9600 bps
Data Length 8 bits
Stop Bit 1 bit
Parity None
The Pin Assignments of true RS232 type. The pin assignments of true RS232
type are illustrated as follows:
Optional Communication Card
Hardware Installation Procedure
Operation
mode
LCD panel display Description
Normal In this mode, the SR Series Inverter
works normally. Whenever the
supplied power from PV panel is
sufficient (500VDC>PV>120VDC), the
SR Series Inverter converts power to
the grid as generated by the PV panel.
In normal mode, the green LED is on
to indicate that power is being fed to
the grid.
Standby If the power is insufficient,
(60VDC<PV<120VDC) the SR Series
Inverter enters into a standby mode
but will attempt to connect to the grid.
Error The internal intelligent controller can
continuously monitor and adjust the
system status. If the SR Series Inverter
finds any unexpected conditions such
as grid problems or internal failure, it
will display the information on its LCD
and light up the red LED.
EPO Emergency Power Off Mode. In this
mode, the SR Series Inverter does not
take any power from the grid.
Shutdown In case of little or no sunlight, the SR
Series Inverter automatically stops
running. In this mode, the SR Series
Inverter does not take any power from
the grid. The display and all of the
LEDs on the front panel do not work.
Pin 2: RS232 Rx
Pin 3: RS232 Tx
Pin 5: Earth
Open the top and sides
of the cabinet
Put the communication
card into the slot
Screw back the side and
top cover and complete
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RS-485 card
CN1 is for the function of the terminal resistor. Short Pin 1-2 to enable the
function and short Pin 2-3 to disable it.
CN2 is RS485 terminal definition
USB card
CN2 for USB.
Definition
Comply with USB version 1.0 & 1.5Mbps.
Comply with USB HID Version 1.0.
The Pin Assignments of the USB card:
True Relay Contact Board (DCE-B card)
The pin assignments of 10-Pin Terminal:
12345678
Pin 1: Voltage of utility is abnormal.
Pin 2: PV strings voltage is normal.
Pin 3: PV strings voltage is abnormal.
Pin 4: Frequency of utility is abnormal.
Pin 5: Anti-islanding.
Pin 6: Output current of inverter exceeds range.
Pin 7: Temperature of heat-sink is too high.
Pin 8: Common.
The capacity of each relay contact is 40Vdc/25mA.
Flexible signal output for N.C. (Normal close) or N.O. (Normal open) contact
by shorting Pin 1-2 or Pin 2-3 from of JP1-5.
TCP/ IP (Ethernet) cards
For installation, please refer
to the User’s Manual attached
with the card.
CN2 1 →Earth
2 →A/Data+
3 →B/Data-

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Inverter Status Diagnostics and Repair
The SR Series Inverter is equipped with an on-board self diagnostic system.
This system can automatically identify a large number of possible operational
issues and provide notification via its LCD screen. This system makes it possible
to quickly isolate technical issues, and to distinguish between Service Codes
related to the installation versus Service Codes which are internal to the
inverter. Whenever the self diagnostic system has identified a particular issue,
the respective Service Code is displayed on the LCD screen.
Table 2. Inverter Error Code and Error Code Description
LCD
Indicate
Designation Description Repair
Er00 DC_BUS
pre-Charge fail The Inverter is in soft start procedure, but the DC Bus
cannot reach and maintain
anticipative charging
voltage.
1. Disconnect ALL PV
(+) or PV (-).
2. Wait for few seconds.
3. After the LCD
switches off, reconnect
and check again.
4. If error code keeps
recurring, contact your
local distributor.
Er03 INVERTER voltage
abnormal The Inverter Output voltage is abnormal.
Er07 DC_BUS
over-voltage The DC BUS inside is lower or high than expected.
Er08 DC_BUS
under-voltage
Er17 EEPROM ERROR on
the control board EEPROM Data is wrong.
Er19 DC_BUS discharge
fail Capacitors of the DC Bus can’t be discharged down.
Er22 Output Relay fail The Inverter Output Relay is
abnormal.
Er24 Output Current
sense fail The Inverter Output Current fails to detect.
Er25 BOOSTER_A
over-current Over-current on the DC side. This fault code is displayed
if the current in the DC
network is larger than
specified.
Er26 BOOSTER_B
over-current
Er30 Rating setting of
Driver board does
not match EEROM
of control board
EEPROM Data is wrong.
LCD
indicate
Designation Description Repair
Er06 EPO Inverter enters into
EPO mode (Emerge
Power Off).
1. Remove the short circuit
occurred at the EPO terminal.
2. If error code keeps
recurring, contact your local
distributor.
Er09 Inverter Output
over-current Over-current on the AC side. This fault
code is displayed
if the current in
the AC network
is larger than
specified.
1. Turn off AC breaker, and
then check the peripheral AC
system configuration and the
grid conditions.
2. If error code keeps
recurring, contact your local
distributor for help.
Er11 Inverter over-load Overload on the
AC side. This fault
code is displayed if
the load in the AC
network is larger
than specified.
Contact your local distributor
for help.
Er13 Inverter
short-circuit Short-circuit on the AC side. Contact your local distributor for help.
Er14 Inverter PLL fail The phase of
Inverter can’t
synchronize with
the utility.
Contact your local distributor
for help.
Er29 Inverter output
DC current over
spec.
The DC component
of the electricity
fed into the grid
is longer than the
permissible range.
Contact your local distributor
for help.
Er10 Inverter Over
temperature The internal temperature is too
high.
1. Try to reduce the ambient
temperature.
2. Move the inverter to a
cooler place.
3. If error code keeps
recurring, contact your local
distributor for help.
Er18 Heat Sink Over
temperature The Heat Sink temperature is too
high.
Contact your local distributor
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Table 3. Grid Fault Alarm Code and Alarm Code Description
LCD
indicate
Designation Description Repair
AL00 Utility Voltage
Over-Voltage Utility Voltage greater or
smaller than the
permissible value.
1. Wait for 1 minute, if the grid
returns to normal, the inverter
will automatically restart.
2. Check grid connection, such as
wires and connectors.
3. Make sure grid voltage and
frequency meet the proper
specifications.
4. If error code keeps recurring,
contact your local distributor for
help.
AL01 Utility Voltage
Under-Voltage
AL02 Utility Voltage
Over-Frequency Utility Frequency greater or
smaller than the
permissible value.
AL03 Utility Voltage
Under-Frequency Contact your local distributor for help.
AL04 BOOSTER_A Input
Over-Voltage Over or Under voltage at DC
input.
1. Disconnect ALL PV (+) or PV (-).
2. Check the open PV voltage is
outside the 120Vdc ~ 500Vdc.
3. If PV voltage is normal and the
problem still occurs, contact your
local distributor for help.
AL05 BOOSTER_A Input
Under-Voltage
AL06 BOOSTER_B Input
Over-Voltage
AL07 BOOSTER_B Input
Under-Voltage Contact your local distributor for help.
AL08 Anti-Islanding No Utility or Utility
Fail. 1. Disconnect ALL PV (+) or PV (-)
2. Check grid connection, such as
wires and connectors.
3. Check grid usability.
4. If Utility is normal and the error
code keeps recurring, contact
your local distributor for help.
AL 13 Phase of Utility is fail
AL14 Waveform of Utility
is fail
LCD
indicate
Designation Description Repair
AL09 Inverter Voltage
unbalance Inverter Voltage Waveform is in
unbalance.
1. Shut down inverter (unplug PV
generator from the input).
2. Check grid usability and restart
inverter (plug PV generator from
the input).
3. If error code keeps recurring,
contact your local distributor for
help.
AL10 GFDI Leakage current on
Earth conductor is
too high.
1. Unplug PV generator from
the input, check AC peripheral
system.
2. After the problem is cleared,
re-plug the PV. Check the PV-
Inverter status.
3. If error code keeps recurring,
contact your local distributor for
help.
AL11 Isolation Fault The impedance is
between PV (+)
and PV (-) and
Earth is smaller
than 1MΩ.
1. Disconnect ALL PV (+) or PV (-).
2. Check the impedance
between PV (+) & PV (-) and
Earth. The impedance must be
larger than 2MΩ.
3. If error code keeps recurring,
contact your local distributor for
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Specifications
Unit Model SR1500TL SR2000TL SR3000TL SR4200TL SR5000TL
Inverter Technology
Conversion Mode Sine-wave, Current source, High frequency PWM
Isolation Method Transformer-less Design*
DC Input Data
Nominal DC Voltage 360 VDC
Maximum DC Input Voltage 500 VDC
Work Range 120VDC~500VDC**
Maximum DC Input Current
(each MPPT follower) 10.5 Amp 14.6 Amp 22 Amp 14.7 Amp 18.3 Amp
MPPT Range 150 VDC ~ 450 VDC
MPPT Follower 1 2
AC Output Data
Nominal AC Power 1500 2000 3000 4000 5000
Nominal AC Voltage AC 230V
Output Connection Method 1-Phase / 2-Wires (L, N, E)
AC Voltage Range 207~264 Vac
Nominal AC Current 6.5 Amp 8.7 Amp 13 Amp 17.4 Amp 21.7 Amp
Frequency 47 ~ 50.5 Hz
Power Factor >0.99 with nominal AC current
DC Injection
< 20mA
Current Distortion Total Harmonic current : Less than 5%
Single Harmonic current : Less than 3%
Efficiency Data
Maximum Cont. Efficiency >96%
Euro Efficiency >94%
Environment
Operating Temperature -20 °C ~ +50 °C
Humidity 0 to 90% (without condensation)
Altitude 0 ~ 2000 M / 0 ~ 6600 ft
Mechanical Data
Dimensions (H x W x D in mm) 455 x 430 x 170 455 x 510 x 170
Weight (Kgs) 23 28
Protection Class IP65, Outdoors
Cooling Free Convection
AC Connection Terminal
DC Connection Multi-Contact
Unit Model SR1500TL SR2000TL SR3000TL SR4200TL SR5000TL
Communication
Communication
Interface
Standard RS232
Optional USB, RS485, dry contact, TCP/IP
Front Panel
LCD
Boost input Voltage/Boost input Current/Boost input Power/AC output Voltage /AC output
frequency/AC output current /AC output power/AC Energy yield/Inner Temperature/Heat sink
Temperature /Status message/ Error message
LED
RED Leakage current fault or DC input isolation fault
Yellow Spec. of Utility is not matched with the Utility specifications of the inverter
Green Solar Cell power is greater or smaller than sleep power
Key Pad UP key/ Down key/ Function key/ Enter key
Protection
Utility Over/under Voltage, Over/ under Frequency, Earth fault, DC Isolation fault
Islanding operation
detection
Passive : Voltage phase jump detection
Active : Reactive power control
Over Temperature Reduced output power
Certification
Performance and
Safety Compliance ER G83/1, VDE0126-1-1, EN50178, IEC62103
EMI/EMC EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-6-4
North American UL1741, IEEE1547
Australia AS3100, AS/NZS4777
* If isolation is necessary, option one extra transformer.
** The rated range should be 150VDC-500VDC in order to get the rated output.

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