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Installation and Operation Manual for RPI M6A M8A M10A inverters V1.0 2016-02-03
4 Product overview
4.4.4 DC connectors (DC inputs)
The DC connectors (DC inputs) are used for connecting the
inverter to the solar module string(s).
Connector type:
● Multi-contact MC4
● with female socket for DC+ and male socket for DC–
● M6A/M8A: 2 pairs (M10A: 3 pairs) of DC plugs are delivered
with the inverter
For technical specications, see “13. Technical data”, p. 113.
4.4.5 RS485 port
Functions of the RS485 port:
● 2 x RS485 in/out (e.g. for connecting to a datalogger)
● 1 x VCC contacts (e.g. for connecting to an external relais)
4.4.6 Communication port 2
Functions of the Communication port:
● 6 x Digital inputs (e.g. for connecting to a ripple control
receiver)
● 1 x Dry contacts (e.g. for connecting to an external relais)
● 1 x External Power Off (EPO)