Sungrow Logger 3000 User manual

Logger 3000
SolarInfo Logger
User Manual

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Contents
1About this Manual...............................................................1
1.1 Target Group .............................................................................1
1.2 How to Use this Manual ............................................................1
1.3 Symbol Explanations.................................................................1
2Safety Instruction................................................................3
3Product Introduction...........................................................5
3.1 Function Description..................................................................5
3.1.1 System Introduction...................................................................5
3.1.2 Function Introduction.................................................................7
3.2 Appearance...............................................................................7
3.3 Dimensions and Weight ............................................................8
4Installation Flow ..................................................................9
5Mechanical Installation.....................................................10
5.1 Unpacking and Inspection.......................................................10
5.2 Installation Place Requirement................................................ 11
5.3 Installation............................................................................... 11
5.3.1 Rack-mounted Installation....................................................... 11
5.3.2 Wall-mounted Installation ........................................................12
6Electrical Connection .......................................................14
6.1 Safety Instructions...................................................................14
6.2 Terminal Introduction............................................................... 14
6.3 Connection to PV System Devices..........................................16
6.3.1 COM Port Connection .............................................................16
6.4 Connection to PV System Background ...................................17
6.5 Protection Earthing Connection...............................................18
6.6 Power Supply Connection.......................................................19
7Commissioning .................................................................20
7.1 Inspection before Commissioning ...........................................20

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7.2 Commissioning Steps ..............................................................20
8WEB Interface....................................................................22
8.1 Operation Environment Requirement.......................................22
8.2 Preparation before Login .........................................................22
8.3 Login........................................................................................22
8.4 WEB Main Interface.................................................................23
8.5 WEB Menus.............................................................................24
8.6 Operation Flow ........................................................................25
8.7 Monitoring................................................................................26
8.7.1 Parameter Setting ................................................................... 26
8.7.2 Query...................................................................................... 27
8.7.3 Initial Parameter Setting.......................................................... 28
8.7.4 Checking the Parameter Setting Log....................................... 29
8.8 Management............................................................................30
8.8.1 Search Device......................................................................... 30
8.8.2 Device Operation .................................................................... 34
8.9 Settings....................................................................................37
8.9.1 Time Settings .......................................................................... 37
8.9.2 Serial Port Settings ................................................................. 38
8.9.3 Network Settings..................................................................... 39
8.9.4 About....................................................................................... 39
8.9.5 Restart .................................................................................... 40
8.9.6 Service Settings...................................................................... 40
8.10 Maintenance ............................................................................43
8.10.1 Upgrade device..................................................................... 43
9Device Maintenance..........................................................45
9.1 Safety Instructions ...................................................................45
9.1.1 Safety Rules............................................................................ 45
9.1.2 Five Safety Rules.................................................................... 45
9.2 Maintenance ............................................................................46
9.3 Troubleshooting.......................................................................46
10 Appendix............................................................................49

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10.1 Technical Data......................................................................... 49
10.2 Exclusion of Liability................................................................50
10.3 About Us ................................................................................. 51

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1 About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Logger3000 from Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd.
We hope that the device will meet with your satisfaction when you use it. Your
commands and feedbacks on the performance and function of the device are
very important for our further improvement.
The purpose of this manual is to provide detailed information and installation,
operation & maintenance instructions of the Logger3000 with standard
configuration.
1.1 Target Group
This manual is for technical personnel who are responsible for the installation,
operations and maintenance of the Logger3000. Readers should equip with
certain electrical knowledge and be familiar with electrical principles and
electrical components. This manual does not include the electrical connection
of the inverter, EM device and related safety notices. For the details of the
electrical connection of these devices, please refer to the corresponding
manuals.
1.2 How to Use this Manual
Read this manual and other related documents before using the device.
Documents must be stored at hand and available at all times.
All rights reserved including the pictures, markings and symbols used. Any
reproduction or disclosure, even partially, of the contents of this manual is
strictly forbidden without prior written authorization of us.
The contents of the manual will be periodically updated or revised due to the
product development. It is probably that there are changes of manual in the
subsequent device edition. The latest manual can be acquired via visiting the
web site at www.sungrowpower.com.
1.3 Symbol Explanations
This manual contains important safety and operational instructions that must be
accurately understood and respected during the installation and maintenance of

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the equipment.
To ensure the optimum use of this manual, note the following explanations of
the symbols used.
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 situation which, if not avoided, could result in
equipment or property damage.
NOTE indicates additional information, emphasized contents or tips to
help you solve problems or save time.

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2 Safety Instruction
This chapter introduces the safety notices during the operation of the
Logger3000 (it will be referred to as Logger3000 hereinafter unless otherwise
specified.
The Logger3000 has been designed and tested strictly according to the
international safety regulations. As electrical and electronic equipment, safety
instructions related to them must be complied with during installation,
commissioning, operation and maintenance. Incorrect operation or work may
result in damage to:
The life and well-being of the operator or a third party
The Logger3000 and other properties that belong to the operator or a third
party
Therefore, the following safety instructions must be read and always kept in
mind prior to any work. All detailed work-related safety warnings and notes will
be specified at the critical points in corresponding chapter.
All operation and electrical work must only be performed by qualified
personnel.
Before Installation
After receiving the device, please check if there is damage during
transport. Contact Sungrow or the forwarding company once any
problem is detected.
The related operators must be familiar with the safety instructions in
this manual and other safety regulations about the installation,
operation and maintenance of the Logger3000.
Correct moving, transport, installation, operation and maintenance is a
guarantee for the reasonable use of the Logger3000.

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During Installation
The Logger3000 can only be used as described in this manual. Alter the
product without authorization or use spare parts not sold or
recommended by Sungrow may lead to fire, electric shock or other
damages.
Disconnect all the electrical connection and the upstream input switch
to make sure the Logger3000 is voltage free during installation.
Maintenance and Replacement
The maintenance of the Logger3000 can only be conducted by
Sungrow’s service dept. or qualified personnel.
User can never maintain or replace the modules and other parts.
Serious personal injury or property loss may follow if otherwise.
Please do not replace the Logger3000 internal components without
authorization. Sungrow shall hold no liability or joint liability for the
damages caused.

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3 Product Introduction
3.1 Function Description
3.1.1 System Introduction
The Logger3000 is specially designed for the monitoring of the PV power
generation system. It is featured as device connection, protocol conversion,
data transmission and device management.
The Logger3000 can connect to the inverter, transformer, EM device and meter
in the PV system through the RS485 method.
The Logger3000 can connect to Insight or the third party SCADA the switch as
shown in Fig. 3-1. It can also connect to the iSolar Cloud through the Router as
shown in Fig 3-2.
For the I-V curve scanning and collection, please refer to the following
document
http://help.isolarcloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/String-IV-Curve-Scan-
and-Diagnosis.pdf

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Logger
Insight
Router
RS485
RS485/PLC
Internet
... ... ... ...
Inverter Inverter Inverter Inverter
EM Meter Transformer
EM Meter Transformer
Core switch
SCADA
system
iSolar Cloud
Logger
Ethernet
Fig. 3-1 Application to PV system-Solution 1
Inverter
RS485
RS485/PLC
Internet
... ... ... ...
iSolar Cloud
Router
Logger
EM Meter Transformer
EM Meter Transformer
Inverter Inverter Inverter
Logger
Ethernet
Fig. 3-2 Application to PV system-Solution 2

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3.1.2 Function Introduction
The functions of the Logger3000 can be concluded as,
Device Connection
The Logger3000 can connect to the inverter, transformer, EM device and meter
in the PV system through the RS485 method.
Device management
The Logger3000 can manage the devices connected and configure the
parameters of the inverter connected, and upgrade the firmware for on-site
maintenance.
System maintenance
The Logger3000 can maintain the system time, network, serial port, and
protocol point through embedded WEB browser.
Data gateway
The Logger3000 can transmit data to Sungrow’s background and the
third-party’s background. It can also transfer the background instruction to
downstream devices. The Logger3000 supports protocol of Modbus-TCP and
IEC60870-5-104 (i.e. IEC104).
The Logger3000 cannot replace the meter as the measuring device. if
the energy info on the Logger3000 is different from that on the meter,
please refer to the measurement on the meter.
3.2 Appearance
Front view Side view
Bottom view
A
B
C

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No.
Name
Description
A
Indicator
Display the running state of the
Logger3000
B
Heat dissipation hole
-
C
Cable connection terminal
-
Tab. 3-1 Indicator
Indicator
Name
Description
PWR
Power indicator
PWR indicator on: power supply is
normal;
PWR indicator off: power supply is
abnormal
RUN
Running indicator
RUN indicator flash: running normal
RUN indicator off: running abnormal
BLE
Bluetooth indicator
BLE on: Bluetooth is connected
BLE off: no connection
Function is reserved
FAULT
Fault indicator
FAULT on: inverter connected is fault;
FAULT off: inverter has no fault
3.3 Dimensions and Weight
Width (W)
Height (H)
Depth (D)
Note: figures in mm.
Device
W
H
D
Weight
Logger3000
440
241
44
3kg

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4 Installation Flow
Tab. 4-1 Description of the installation flow
Step
Content
Reference
1
Unpacking and inspection
5.1
2
Select the optimal installation place
5.3
3
Mechanical installation
5.4
4
Electrical connection
6
5
Inspection before commissioning
7.1
6
Start the Logger3000 for the first time
7.2

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5 Mechanical Installation
5.1 Unpacking and Inspection
Check the completeness of the delivery content according to the package list on
the crate. The following contents should be within the scope of delivery.
ABD
G
C
EFH
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Fig. 5-1 scope of delivery
No.
Name
Description
A
Logger3000
-
B
Documents
Quick User Manual, quality certificate, packing list,
product test report, and warranty card.
C
Communication
terminal resistor
12x120Ω(note: if there are more than 15 devices
connected to the RS485 bus, it is advisable to
connect a 120Ω terminal resistor in parallel to the A
and B cable on the first and last of the bus).
D
Network cable
Length: 1x2m
E
Antenna
-
F
Hanger
2
G
Fastener
combination
Cross-recessed pan-head tapping screw
H
OT terminal
RNBL5-4
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Nylon cable ties
to fix the cable

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5.2 Installation Place Requirement
This section is to help the user to select the optimal installation place.
With IP20 protection degree, the Logger3000 can only be installed indoors.
Ambient temperature range: -30℃~ +60℃.
The ambient humidity shall not exceed 95%. The internal components may
be damaged if otherwise.
Take proper damp-proof and anti-corrosion methods.
The network cable within the scope of delivery is 2m.
If there is external devices (e.g. EM device and etc.) connected to the
Logger3000, user needs to add corresponding communication SPD
according to the on-site situation.
5.3 Installation
When the abovementioned requirements are met, install the Logger3000 in any
place indoors. The Logger3000 can be rack-mounted or wall-mounted.
5.3.1 Rack-mounted Installation
Step 1Select 1U standard rack to install the Logger3000.
Step 2The distance of the two racks is shown in the figure below.
440
241
Step 3Insert the Logger3000 inside the rack.

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Logger
Rack
Step 4Fix the Logger3000 according to the sequence of bolt, hanger, rack, and
nut.
5.3.2 Wall-mounted Installation
Fix the Logger3000 through the hangers on the four corners. The installation
distance of each hanger is shown in the figure below.
150.3 31.2
465
482
31.2
Keep the weight of the Logger3000 in mind during installation of the
Logger3000.
Improper handling of the device may cause device tilting or falling
down and may cause personal injury.
It is recommended to install the Logger3000 1.5m higher than the
ground and leave at least 0.5m for the mechanical exterior for easy
maintenance.
Step 1Prepare the percussion drilling, expansion solenoid, washer, tapping
screw and torque screwdriver.
Step 2Select the installation surface and mark the drilling position. Keep the
Logger3000 a certain distance from the surrounding materials.

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Step 3Install the expansion solenoid, washer, and tapping screw to the
installation surface.
Step 4Fix the Logger3000 to the surface by inserting the screw hole in the
hanger of the Logger3000 through the tapping screw and washer.
Step 5Tighten the tapping screw by torque screwdriver with torque of 0.3N·m.
Check to make sure the Logger3000 is installed securely.

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6 Electrical Connection
6.1 Safety Instructions
Incorrect cable connection may damage the Logger3000 and even the
operator.
All cables must be intact and well-insulated. The dimensions are
proper and the connection is secure.
6.2 Terminal Introduction
A
B
C D E
G H
I LJF K
M N O
P
ETH2
ETH1
USB SD Debug RST
0V 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1314 1 516 0V
DIN
1 2 3
DO1 1 3
DO2 1 3 DO3 1 3 DO4
2 2 2
A1B1 A2 B2 A3 B3 A4 B4 A5 B5 A6 B6
+ - GND
PT1 + - GND PT2 + - AI1 + -
AI2 + -
AI3 + - AI4
H L
CAN
+ -
24V AC(L) AC(N)
GPS/BDS RF
L1 L2
DO
1
2
3
NO
NC
COM
Identify the cable connection terminals according to the table below before
cable connection.
Tab. 6-1 Terminal description
Item
Silk-screen
Name
Description
A
ETH1, ETH2
Ethernet port
ETH2 can connect to the
background master station
through the switch, router or
other devices. Function of ETH1
is reserved
B
DIN
Digital input
Dry contact input port
C
USB
U-disk port
Reserved function
D
SD
SD card port
Reserved function
E
Debug
Debugging port
Used to debug the Logger3000
F
RST
Reset
Used to reset the hardware of
the Logger3000