2 Safety SMA Solar Technology AG
8 ClusterController-IA-en-10 Installation Manual
2 Safety
2.1 Intended Use
The Cluster Controller is a device for monitoring and controlling up to 75 SMA inverters in
decentralised large-scale PV plants. For this purpose, the Cluster Controller performs the following
essential tasks:
• Reading out, provision and administration of plant data
• Configuring device parameters
• Sending e-mail alerts in the event of critical plant statuses
• Implementation and feedback of network operator setpoints for active power limitation and
reactive power under grid management
• Sending the plant data to an FTP server and/or the Sunny Portal Internet portal
• Performing updates for the Cluster Controller and the inverters
The Cluster Controller is an ITE Class A device according to EN 55022 and is designed for industrial
use.
The Cluster Controller is suitable for indoor use only.
The Cluster Controller must only be used with supported devices.
For safety reasons, it is not permitted to modify the product or install components that are not explicitly
recommended or distributed by SMA Solar Technology AG for this product.
The enclosed documentation is an integral part of this product:
• Read and observe the documentation.
• Keep the documentation in a convenient place for future reference.
Only use the Cluster Controller in accordance with the information provided in the enclosed
documentation. Any other use may result in personal injury or property damage.