SMA CLUSTER CONTROLLER User Manual

• Connect the USB data carrier to the computer.
• In the first partition of the USB data carrier, create a file folder in the root directory with
the title UPDATE. If there is more than one partition on the USB data carrier, the
ClusterController only searches the first partition for update files.
• Copy the downloaded update file (*.up2) to the UPDATE folder, then remove the USB
data carrier from the computer.
2. Connect the USB data carrier to USB port 2 of the ClusterController.
☑ The update file is uploaded and executed.
14.2.2 Performing a Manual Update for Connected SMA Devices
You have the following options for performing the manual update for connected devices:
• Performing a Manual Update via the Internet
• Performing a Manual Update via the User Interface
• Performing a Manual Update via the USB Data Carrier
Settings already made for the ClusterController and the system data are retained after the update.
Sufficient DC input voltage is required for update
For some inverters, updates are only possible above a specific DC input voltage. Depending
on the time of day, the weather, or the condition of the PV modules (e.g. affected by pollution
or covered with snow), the DC input voltage may be too low for the update. The affected
inverters do not feed in during the update. This can result in temporary yield losses.
Performing a Manual Update via the Internet
Do not change the update source during the automatic update process
If the update source is changed during the automatic update process, the update process does
not continue. Update files that have already been sent to the inverters cannot be withdrawn.
• Do not change the update source during the automatic update process.
Requirement:
☐ The ClusterController must be connected to the Internet.
Procedure:
1. Activate the manual update:
• In the system tree, select the system and select the menu Updates in the device menu.
• Select the parameter group Settings and select [Edit].
• In the drop-down list Activated, select the entry Yes.
• In the drop-down list Operating mode, select the entry Manual update.
• In the drop-down list Update source, select the entry Update portal.
• Select [Save].
2. Select the desired device type, e.g. SB5000TL-21.
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SMA CLUSTER CONTROLLER Specifications

General

Data Logging	Yes
Display	LCD
Power Supply	24 V DC
Remote Monitoring	Yes
Protection Class	IP20
Communication Interfaces	Ethernet
Product Type	Controller
Manufacturer	SMA

Summary

Safety

2.1 Intended Use

Specifies the product's intended application and limitations.

2.2 Safety Information

Provides essential safety instructions for product operation and handling.

Product Description

3.1 Cluster Controller Features

Details the Cluster Controller's functions, LEDs, display, and keypad.

3.2 Sunny Portal Integration

Introduces Sunny Portal as an internet platform for monitoring and data visualization.

User Interface Navigation

4.1 User Groups and Rights

Explains user groups and their respective access rights and permissions.

4.2 User Interface Structure

Overview of the UI components including toolbar, system tree, and device menus.

Logging In and Out

Logging Into the Cluster Controller

Step-by-step guide on how to access the cluster controller's user interface.

Logging Out of the Cluster Controller

System Settings

Device Configuration

7.2 Parameter Settings

Configuring parameters for device classes or individual devices.

7.4 Saving and Restoring Configuration

Exporting System Data

8.1 Export Options

8.2 Export Formats

8.4 USB Data Export

8.5 & 8.6 FTP Data Export Options

System Monitoring

9.2 Setting Alarms

Configuration for receiving email notifications for alarm-related events.

Grid Management Services

13.1 Implementing Service Setpoints

Explains open-loop and closed-loop control for grid service setpoints.

13.2 Inverter Parameter Setup

How to configure inverter parameters for grid management services.

13.3 Active Power Limitation

Detailed configuration for limiting active power output.

13.4 Reactive Power Setpoint

Configuration options for setting reactive power.

13.5 Fallback Settings

Configuring fallback modes for grid management services.

Update

14.1 Automatic Update

Setting up automatic firmware updates for the cluster controller and connected devices.

14.2 Manual Update

Procedures for performing manual firmware updates.

Passwords and SMA Grid Guard

15.2 Changing System Password

15.4 Loss of System Passwords

15.5 SMA Grid Guard Mode Setup

How to activate and configure the SMA Grid Guard mode.

Troubleshooting

18.1 LED States

Explains the meaning of different LED statuses and corresponding corrective actions.

18.2 Controller/Device Errors

Lists common problems and their solutions for the controller and connected devices.

18.3 Restarts via User Interface

18.4 Controller Reset

Steps to reset the cluster controller to default settings or specific configurations.