Xantrex Technology GT3.0 Guidelines for Routing the Network Cables, Purchasing Network Components

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Communications Wiring for Inverters in Parallel

Purchasing Network Components

Consult with your system designer to determine what network components will be needed for your specific installation. Table 3-3 provides a partial list of network components and part numbers. Pre-made cables are available in standard lengths from 3 feet to 75 feet.

Call your dealer or visit www.xantrex.com to purchase network components.

Table 3-3Network Components and Part Numbers

 

 

NetworkterminationComponent— Male (2 per pack)

Part809-0901Number

 

 

cable 3 ft. (0.9 m)

809-0935

 

 

cable 5 feet (1.5 m)

809-0936

 

 

cable 7 feet (2.0 m)

809-0937

 

 

cable 10 feet (3.0 m)

809-0938

 

 

cable 14 feet (4.3 m)

809-0939

 

 

cable 25 feet (7.6 m)

809-0940

 

 

cable 50 feet (15.2 m)

809-0941

 

 

cable 75 feet (22.9 m)

809-0942

 

 

Guidelines for Routing the Network Cables

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WARNING: Shock hazard

Do not route the network cables in the same conduit or panel as the AC and DC power cabling.

To ensure maximum performance of your network, follow these guidelines when routing the network cables. Route the cables before installing Xanbus-enabled devices.

Route the cables away from sharp edges that might damage the insulation. Avoid sharp bends in the cable—no less than a 10-cm (4-inch) radius.

Allow for some slack in the cable tension.

Keep the alignment of wire pairs inside the sheath as straight as possible.

Allow separation between data and power cables (data cables should only cross a power cable at right angles).

Do not staple the cable with metal cable staples. Use the appropriate hardware fasteners to avoid damage to the cable.

CAUTION: Unpredictable device behavior

Do not connect one end of the network to the other to make a ring.

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Torque 4DC Connections for Grounded PV Array Xantrex GT Inverter Wiring BoxConnecting the AC Wiring To wire the main utility service panel to the GT Inverter Xantrex GT InverterService Panel Wiring Box 5AC Connections from GT Inverter to Utility Service PanelConnecting Inverters in Parallel DC and AC Wiring for Inverters in ParallelTo wire the PV array to GT Inverters in parallel 6Parallel GT Inverter DC and AC Wiring Xanbus Network Technology Communications Wiring for Inverters in ParallelMale Network Terminator 9Xanbus RJ45 Ports in the GT Inverter Wiring Box2T568A Standard Wiring RJ45 Connector RequirementsCabling Requirements Conductor Name CAT 5 Cable Insulation ColorGuidelines for Routing the Network Cables Purchasing Network Components3Network Components and Part Numbers Wiring the Inverter 11Communications Wiring for GT Inverters in Parallel Page Starting the Inverter Checking the PV Array DC Voltage Startup ProcedureChecking the AC Utility Voltage To check the PV array DC voltageReplacing the Wiring Box Cover To replace the wiring box coverTo replace the front panel cover To start up the inverter Starting up the GT InverterMonitoring the Inverter 1Front Panel LCD Location Monitoring the Front Panel DisplayFront Panel Display Screens and What They Mean Startup Mode1Startup Screens on GT Inverter Front Panel Display Display Duration DescriptionTo view more Normal Operation information 2Normal Operation Default Screen3Normal Operation Screens for All GT Inverter Units Display5Offline Mode Default Display Offline ModeTo view unit-specific screens in a multiple unit system Multiple Unit SystemOffline Mode Screens for All GT Inverter Units Fault ModeMultiple Unit 25kWh8Fault Message Screens VoltageFaultAdditional Fault Mode Screens Special ScreensDisplay Description Status Indicator Lights 11Status Indicator LEDs10Special Message Screens LEDonMeansGreen LED Maintenance PV Array Factors Factors Affecting GT Inverter PerformancePerforming General Maintenance 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