Tigo TS4-R, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...Installation Manual TS4 UHD Core with TAP and CCA...

Page 2: ...trical cables from a PV module with or without the TS4 units attached Installation must be performed by trained professionals only Tigo does not assume liability for loss or damage resulting from impr...

Page 3: ...ng Diagram Configuration Template 23 Configuration Registration Commissioning 24 Tigo SMART App 25 Getting Started 26 Select Equipment 27 Configure Module Layout 28 Connect CCA To Smartphone 29 Config...

Page 4: ...smart electronics platform Tigo Access Point TAP Wireless communication device for monitoring and shutdown features Cloud Connect Advanced CCA Data logger and shutdown control Module Level Power Elec...

Page 5: ...ries to form a string No additional grounding required Bracket clips to module frame without tools TS4 R outputs are connected in series to form a string No additional grounding required Module electr...

Page 6: ...tracking CRM integration Warranty tracking Fleet management String length increased by up to 30 Fewer BOS components Faster installation Inverter optimization Lower wire losses Plus all the benefits...

Page 7: ...g mesh Legacy configuration Same as Gateway see appendix for more details Cloud Connect Advanced CCA CCA is required for monitoring and shutdown CCA is optional for optimization and long strings Insta...

Page 8: ...SYSTEM OVERVIEW TS4 B 1 Modules with integrated TS4 2 Tigo Access Point TAP 3 Cloud Connect Advanced CCA 4 Inverter 8 1 2 4 3 access point B A B A B A AUX RS485 1 RS485 2 GATEWAY POWER...

Page 9: ...ow clearance between PV module and mounting surface for air circulation around TS4 R Do not drill additional mounting holes in the frame or metal bracket Note connect modules to TS4 R inputs before co...

Page 10: ...rface for air circulation around TS4 A Do not drill additional mounting holes in the frame or metal bracket Note connect modules to TS4 A inputs before connecting outputs Tigo Rapid Shutdown DO NOT DI...

Page 11: ...ound TS4 A Do not drill additional mounting holes in the frame or metal bracket Note connect modules to TS4 A inputs before connecting outputs Tigo Rapid Shutdown DO NOT DISCONNECT UNDER LOAD NEC 690...

Page 12: ...esent Handle with the appropriate precautionary measures Optimization and Long Strings features don t require communication accessories in order to work To enable Monitoring and Shutdown features Coll...

Page 13: ...TS4 B INSTALLATION Smart modules with an integrated TS4 junction box are installed and connected in series just like standard PV modules No additional grounding is required for the TS4 units 13...

Page 14: ...t modules to TS4 R inputs before connecting outputs Each TS4 R must have a PV module connected to its inputs before connecting the outputs of TS4 R units in series To disconnect TS4 R from a module di...

Page 15: ...t modules to TS4 A inputs before connecting outputs Each TS4 A must have a PV module connected to its inputs before connecting the outputs of TS4 A units in series To disconnect TS4 A from a module di...

Page 16: ...odules to TS4 A inputs before connecting outputs TS4 A Duo must have a PV module connected to its inputs before connecting the outputs of TS4 A Duo units in series To disconnect TS4 A Duo from a modul...

Page 17: ...EGACY CONFIGURATION 120 TS4 units per TAP 360 TS4 units per CCA 7 TAPs per CCA 50ft 15m radius with line of sight between TAP all TS4 units Wireless signal range can be affected by solid obstructions...

Page 18: ...here for more information on TAP placement access point access point PWR PWR DATA DATA Patented Designed in USA Assembled in China This product contains a wireless module inside Technical Support FCC...

Page 19: ...3ft 10m max Place TAP within 10m of any TS4 unit in the array Maximum distance of 10m between TS4 units that belong to a single TAP Maximum distance of 35m 115ft between TAP and farthest TS4 unit Conn...

Page 20: ...y Connect DC leads from power supply to CCA CCA with DC transformer CCA with DIN rail power supply Complete TAP wiring connections before powering on CCA CCA and TAP are required for Shutdown control...

Page 21: ...Discovery completed but did not find all expected TAPs or TS4 units or CCA is not able to upload data Connect to the CCA using the Tigo SMART app for more details SMART App Activity System OK A blink...

Page 22: ...nal block from the TAP and strip approximately 3cm of insulation from the end of the cable Use a small flathead screwdriver to press the conductors into the quick connectors The individual conductors...

Page 23: ...us terminal B A B A To Modbus Device s To TAP s Gateway s Modbus Device 1 Manufacturer Model Type of Device Electrical Voltage Single or 3 Phase CT Rating Modbus Address Baud Rate Parity Stop Bits Mod...

Page 24: ...s smart tigoenergy com Recommended procedure 24 OR Enter site layout online Type or scan TS4 barcodes into online layout Use Tigo SMART app to run Discovery while on site Enter site layout online Type...

Page 25: ...he Tigo App 3 0 Install Tigo SMART from the App Store or Google Play Use the Tigo SMART app to Create a system Input owner info Enter inverter module types Configure layout and scan barcodes Configure...

Page 26: ...tap at the top right of the display To service or monitor an existing system that has already been configured tap on that system in your list If you do not have an installer account tap Enroll to cre...

Page 27: ...erter model the number of MPPTs and the associated CCA Select the manufacturer and model of the PV modules Note If using an inverter or module not in the list click the sign at the top right corner Pl...

Page 28: ...cal map of the system is optional but improves its appearance in the monitoring portal and makes maintenance easier Tap and drag to change the position of a placed item Tap Register to begin entering...

Page 29: ...ote Use the Tigo Smart App to pair with the CCA instead of the phone s Bluetooth pairing screen Once connected to the CCA tap Next to continue To connect the smartphone to the CCA via Wi Fi choose the...

Page 30: ...t performs a series of checks that can be used for troubleshooting the network connection Tap Done to continue Tap Next in the CCA Network Settings to go to Discovery Note Before starting Discovery al...

Page 31: ...ules for string length and design Requires CCA and TAP for monitoring and shutdown TS4 L Increased maximum string length no derating for cold temperature Flexible design mixed orientations unequal len...

Page 32: ...Appendix Product Specifications Shutdown String Sizing with TS4 L...

Page 33: ...1500V Mechanical Operating Temperature Range 40 C to 85 C 40 F to 185 F RH 85 Storage Temperature Range 40 C to 85 C 40 F to 185 F RH 60 Cooling Method Natural Convection Dimensions with cover 152 5m...

Page 34: ...age 1500V 1500V 1500V 1 Cloud Connect Advanced CCA and TAP Gateway required for shutdown compliance with TS4 R S TS4 R O TS4 R F requires RSS Transmitter Mechanical Operating Temperature Range 40 C to...

Page 35: ...1500V 1 Cloud Connect Advanced CCA and TAP Gateway required for shutdown compliance with TS4 R S TS4 R O TS4 R F requires RSS Transmitter Mechanical Operating Temperature Range 40 C to 85 C 40 F to 18...

Page 36: ...t Voltage Limit No No No Maximum System Voltage 1500V 1500V 1500V 1 Cloud Connect Advanced CCA and TAP Gateway required for shutdown compliance with TS4 R S TS4 R O Mechanical Operating Temperature Ra...

Page 37: ...d CCA and TAP Gateway required for shutdown activation with TS4 A O Duo Mechanical Operating Temperature Range 40 C to 85 C 40 F to 185 F RH 85 Storage Temperature Range 40 C to 85 C 40 F to 185 F RH...

Page 38: ...up to 7 TAPs User Interface Mobile App Tigo SMART App for Android and iOS Multi function LED status indicator Electrical TAP Input Voltage 24VDC Mechanical Dimensions 126 2mm x 130 0mm x 26 8mm with b...

Page 39: ...CCA is switched off and resume energy production when power is restored to the CCA Wait 30 seconds after shutdown activation before disconnecting DC cables or turning off DC disconnect 39 Test your s...

Page 40: ...ules per string By inverter By code Example Calculation based on a 260W module Max VOC for code 600V VMPP range 190 510V Module VOC 38 2V Module VMP 30 6V Temp Corrected VOC 38 2 1 25 47 75V Max strin...

Page 41: ...r RS485 18 22 AWG cable between TAP and CCA access point access point access point PWR PWR DATA DATA Quick connectors press wire into terminal OR Connector blocks use screw terminals Remove resistor t...

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