TLX ReferenceManual GB

MAKING MODERN LIVING POSSIBLE
TLX
Reference Manual
Three-phase – 6k, 8k, 10k, 12.5k and 15k
SOLAR INVERTERS
Safety and Conformity
General Safety
Safety
NOTE
All persons installing and servicing inverters must be: Before installation
Check for damage to inverter and packaging. If in doubt,
• Trained and experienced in general safety rules
for work on electrical equipment contact the supplier before installing the inverter.
• Familiar with local requirements, rules and

regulations for the installation CAUTION
Installation
Safety Message Types For optimum safety, follow the steps described in this
manual. Keep in mind that the inverter has two voltage
WARNING carrying sides; the PV input and the AC grid.
Safety information important for human safety. Warnings

are used for indicating potentially hazardous situations WARNING
that can cause serious injury or death. Disconnecting the inverter
Before starting work on the inverter, switch off AC grid at
CAUTION the mains switch and PV using the PV load switch. Ensure
that the device cannot be unintentionally reconnected. Use
Cautions with symbol are used for indicating potentially a voltage tester to ensure that the unit is disconnected
hazardous situations that can cause minor or moderate and voltage free. The inverter can still be charged with
injuries. very high voltage at hazardous levels even when it is
disconnected from grid/mains and solar modules. Wait at
CAUTION least 30 min. following disconnection from grid and PV

panels before proceeding.
Cautions without symbol are used for indicating situations
that may result in equipment or property damage.
CAUTION
NOTE Maintenance and modification
Note is used for indicating highlighted information that Only authorised personnel are allowed to repair or modify
should be regarded with attention. the inverter. To ensure personal safety, only original spare
parts available from the supplier should be used. If non-
original spare parts are used, the compliance with CE
guidelines in respect of electrical safety, EMC and machine
safety is not guaranteed.
The temperature of the cooling racks and components
inside the inverter may exceed 70ºC. Observe the danger
of burn injury.
CAUTION
Functional safety parameters
Never change the parameters of the inverter without
authorisation from the local energy supply company and
instructions from Danfoss.
Unauthorised changes of functional safety parameters may
cause injury or accidents to people or inverter.
Additionally, it will lead to the cancellation of all inverter
operating approval certificates and Danfoss warranties.
Danfoss cannot be held responsible for such injuries or
accidents.
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Hazards of PV Systems
DC voltages up to 1000 V are present in a PV system even
when the AC grid is disconnected. Faults or inappropriate
use may lead to electric arcing.
WARNING
Do not work on the inverter while disconnecting DC and
AC.
The short-circuit current of the photovoltaic panels is only

slightly higher than the maximum operating current and
depends on the level of solar irradiation.
PV Load Switch
The PV load switch (1) enables safe disconnection of DC

current.
Conformity
Go to the download area at www.danfoss.com/solar,
Approvals and Certifications, for information.
CE marking - This certifies the conformity of the

equipment with the regulations which apply in
accordance with the directives 2004/108/EC and
2006/95/EC.
Table 1.1
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Contents
Contents
1 Introduction 5
1.1 Introduction 5
1.2 List of Symbols 5
1.3 List of Abbreviations 5
1.4 Software Version 6
1.5 Related Literature 6
2 Description of the Inverter 7

2.1 Variants 7
2.2 Mechanical Overview of inverter 11
2.3 Description of the Inverter 12
2.3.1 Functional Overview 12
2.3.2 Functional Safety 13
2.3.3 International Inverter 13
2.3.4 Derating 14
2.3.5 MPPT 16
2.3.6 PV Sweep 16
2.3.7 Efficiency 18
2.3.8 Internal Overvoltage Protection 21
2.4 Autotest Procedure 21
3 Change of Functional Safety and Grid Code Settings 22

3.1 Functional Safety Settings 22
3.2 Change Procedure 22
4 Requirements for Connection 23

4.1 Pre-installation Guidelines 23
4.2 Requirements for AC Connection 23
4.2.1 Mains Circuit Breaker, Cable Fuse and Load Switch 23
4.2.2 Grid Impedance 26
4.3 Requirements for PV Connection 27
4.3.1 Recommendations and Goals when Dimensioning 35
4.3.2 Thin Film 36
4.3.3 Overvoltage Protection 36
4.3.4 Thermal Management 36
4.3.5 Simulation of PV 37
5 Installation and Start-up 38

5.1 Installation Dimensions and Patterns 38
5.2 Mounting the Inverter 41
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5.3 Removing the Inverter 42

5.4 Opening and Closing the Inverter 42
5.5 AC Grid Connection 44
5.6 Parallel PV String Configuration 45
5.7 PV Connection 47
5.7.1 Manual PV Configuration 47
6 Connection of Peripheral Units 48

6.1 Overview 48
6.2 Installation of Peripheral Cables 49
6.2.1 RS-485 Peripheral and Ethernet Units which apply RJ-45 49
6.2.2 Other Peripheral Units 49
6.3 Sensor Inputs 51
6.3.1 Temperature Sensor 51
6.3.2 Irradiation Sensor 51
6.3.3 Energy Meter Sensor (S0) 51
6.4 Relay Output 51
6.4.1 Alarm 51
6.4.2 Self-consumption 51
6.5 GSM Modem 52
6.6 Ethernet Communication 52
6.7 RS-485 Communication 52
7 User Interface 53
7.1 Integrated Display Unit 53
7.1.1 View 54
7.1.2 View 2 54
7.1.3 Status 54
7.1.4 Production Log 58
7.1.5 Setup 60
7.2 Overview of Event Log 64
7.3 Peripheral Units Setup 64
7.3.1 Sensor Setup 64
7.3.2 Communication Channel 65
7.3.3 GSM modem 65
7.3.4 RS-485 Communication 65
7.3.5 Ethernet Communication 65
7.4 Start-up and Check of Settings 65
7.4.1 Initial Setup 65
7.5 Master Mode 68
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8 Web Server Quick Guide 69

8.1 Introduction 69
8.2 Supported Characters 69
8.3 Access and Initial Setup 69
8.4 Operation 70
8.4.1 Web Interface Structure 70
8.4.2 Plant, Group and Inverter Views 72
8.5 Additional Information 73
9 Ancillary Services 74
9.1 Introduction 74
9.1.1 Active/Reactive Power Theory 74
9.2 Ancillary Services Overview 75
9.3 Dynamic Network Support 75
9.3.1 Example - Germany MV 75
9.4 Active Power Control 77
9.4.1 Fixed Limit 77
9.4.2 Dynamic Value 77
9.4.3 Remotely Controlled Adjustment of Output Power Level 77
9.5 Reactive Power Control 79
9.5.1 Constant Value 79
9.5.2 Dynamic Value 79
9.5.3 Remotely Controlled Adjustment of Reactive Power 81
9.6 Fallback Values 82
10 Service and Repair 83

10.1 Troubleshooting 83
10.2 Maintenance 83
10.2.1 Cleaning the Cabinet 83
10.2.2 Cleaning the Heatsink 83
11 Technical Data 84
11.1 General Data 84
11.2 Norms and Standards 86
11.3 France UTE Requirements 87
11.4 Installation 87
11.5 Torque Specifications for Installation 88
11.6 Mains Circuit Specifications 89
11.7 Auxiliary Interface Specifications 89
11.7.1 Network Topology 92
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12 Appendix A - Event List 94

12.1.1 How to Read the Event List 94
12.1.2 Grid Events 94
12.1.3 PV Events 97
12.1.4 Internal Events 98
12.1.5 Communication Events 105
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Introduction
1 Introduction
1 1
1.1 Introduction 1.2 List of Symbols
This manual describes planning, installation and basic Symbol Explanatory note
operation of the TLX Series solar inverters. Italics 1) Indicates reference to a section
of the present manual.
2) Italics are also used to indicate
an operation mode, e.g. operation
mode Connecting.
[ ] used in text 1) Encloses a path of menu
navigation.
2) Also used to enclose abbrevi-
ations such as [kW].
[Plant] Menu item accessible at plant
level.
[Group] Menu item accessible at group
level or above.
[Inverter] Menu item accessible at inverter
level or above.
→ Indicates a step within menu
navigation.
Note, useful information.
Caution, important safety
information.
# ... # Name of plant, group or inverter
in sms or e-mail message, eg.
Illustration 1.1 Solar Inverter #plant name#.
Site Map
Symbol Explanatory note
Chapter Overview ↳ Indicates a submenu.
[x] Defines current security level,
where x is between 0-3.
Chapter Content
2, 9, 11 Functions and specifications of the inverter
Table 1.2 Symbols
3, 4, 11 Pre-installation and planning considerations
5, 6 Installation of inverters and peripheral units
7 Local setup and monitoring of the inverter 1.3 List of Abbreviations
Refer to this chapter for information on obtaining
Abbreviation Description
access
cat5e Category 5 twisted pair cable (enhanced)
8 Remote setup and monitoring, via web interface access
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
9 Ancillary service features, for grid support
DNO Distribution Network Operator
10 Maintenance
DSL Digital Subscriber Line
12 Troubleshooting and events
EMC (Directive) Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
Table 1.1 Chapter Overview ESD Electrostatic Discharge
FRT Fault ride through
Functional safety and grid management parameters are GSM Global System for Mobile communications
password protected. IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
LED Light-emitting diode
LVD (Directive) Low Voltage Directive
MPP Maximum power point
MPPT Maximum power point tracking
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Introduction
Abbreviation Description • GSM Manual

P P is the symbol for active power and is For more information go to the download area at
measured in Watts (W)
1 1 PCB Printed Circuit Board
www.danfoss.com/solar, or contact the supplier of the solar
inverter.
PCC Point of common coupling
The point on the public electricity network to
which other customers are, or could be,
connected.
PE Protective Earth
PELV Protected extra-low voltage
PLA Power Level Adjustment
PNOM Power, Nominal conditions
POC Point of connection
The point at which the PV system is connected
to the public electricity grid.
PSTC Power, Standard Test Conditions
PV Photovoltaic, photovoltaic cells
RCMU Residual Current Monitoring Unit
RISO Insulation Resistance
ROCOF Rate Of Change Of Frequency
RTC Real Time Clock
Q Q is the symbol for reactive power and is
measured in reactive volt-amperes (VAr)
S S is the symbol for apparent power and is
measured in volt-amperes (VA)
STC Standard test conditions
SW Software
THD Total Harmonic Distortion
TN-S Terre Neutral - Separate. AC Network
TN-C Terre Neutral - Combined. AC Network
TN-C-S Terre Neutral - Combined - Separate. AC
Network
TT Terre Terre. AC Network
Table 1.3 Abbreviations
1.4 Software Version

Always read the newest version of this manual. This
manual is applicable for inverter software 2.0 and onwards.
To see the software version, go to
• via the display, [Status → Inverter → Serial no. and

SW ver. → Inverter]
• via the web interface, [Inverter level: Status →

Inverter → Serial no. and SW ver. → Inverter]
1.5 Related Literature

• TLX Series Installation Manual
• TLX Series User Manual
• TLX Series Web Server User Manual
• Weblogger Manual
• CLX Series Quick Guides and User Manuals
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Description of the Inverter
2 Description of the Inverter
2.1 Variants
2 2
The TLX Series inverter range comprises the variants:
TLX
TLX+
TLX Pro
TLX Pro+
TLX TLX+ TLX Pro TLX Pro+

Common features
Power 6 kVA - 15 kVA
Enclosure IP54
PV connectors MC4 connectors
User interface Display
Service web interface Web interface
Languages DK, GB, DE, FR, ES, ITA, CZ, NL, GR
Table 2.1 Common Features
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Monitoring (Internet)
FTP (portal) Optional (retrofit): Optional (retrofit):
GSM module1 GSM module5
(user defined, incl. CLX portal) ✓4
2 2 Via accessories (only CLX portal):

CLX Home2
CLX Home GM2
CLX StandardGM3
Weblogger5
CLX Standard3
Email Weblogger Optional (retrofit):
CLX portal GSM module5
(only with a box or GSM module1) ✓4
SMS Optional (retrofit):
GSM module1
Relay (alarm or self- - ✓4
consumption)
SolarApp ✓4
Via accessories: Via accessories:
CLX Home2 CLX Home2
CLX Standard3 CLX Standard3
CLX Home GM2
CLX Standard GM3
Table 2.2 Monitoring (Internet)

1) 1 GSM module per inverter.
2) RS-485, max. 3 inverters per network.
3) RS-485, max. 20 inverters per network.
4) Ethernet, max. 100 inverters per network.
5) Max. 50 inverters per network.

Monitoring (local)
User Interface Display for simple configuration and monitoring
- Built-in web interface for advanced
configuration and monitoring (via Ethernet)
Table 2.3 Monitoring (Local)
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Danfoss5 Grid management
Remotely controlled active CLX Home GM2 CLX GM4
power /PLA CLX Standard GM3 CLX Home GM2
CLX Standard GM3
Remotely controlled reactive
power
- CLX Home
CLX Standard
GM2
GM3
CLX GM4
CLX Home GM2
2 2
CLX Standard GM3
Dynamic reactive power - ✓ - ✓
(PF(P)
Dynamic reactive power Q(U) - ✓
Constant reactive power PF - CLX Home GM2 - ✓4
and Q CLX Standard GM3
Fixed active power (P) limit ✓
Fixed apparent power (S) ✓
limit
Closed loop reactive power - ✓6 - ✓6
control
Open loop reactive power - CLX Home2 - ✓4
control CLX Standard GM3
Table 2.4 Grid Management

4) Ethernet, max. 100 inverters per network.
5) Or by other third-party products, via RS-485.
6) By third-party product.

Commissioning
Setup wizard ✓4 (display) ✓4 (display and web interface)
Replication of settings - - ✓4
(network of inverters)
PV sweep Service web interface Web interface
Table 2.5 Commissioning

4) Ethernet, max. 100 inverters.
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Product Label The product label on the side of the inverter shows:
• Inverter type
• Important specifications
• Serial number, see (1), for identification by

Danfoss
2 2
Illustration 2.1 Product Label
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2.2 Mechanical Overview of inverter
2 2
Illustration 2.2 Mechanical Overview of the Inverter
Item # Part Name Item # Part Name

1 Wall Plate 12 Display
2 Condensing Cover 13 Front cover
3 Heatsink 14 Front cover gasket
4 PV load switch 15 Control board
5 Base plate 16 Internal fan
6 Fan grill 17 Mounting plate for PCB
7 External fan 18 Power board
8 Fan hole cover 19 Coil box
9 Aux. board 20 Top plate
10 GSM modem (optional) 21 GSM antenna (optional)
11 Communication board
Table 2.6 Legend to Illustration 2.2, Inverter Components
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The inverter has a wide range of interfaces:
2.3 Description of the Inverter • User interface

- Display
2.3.1 Functional Overview
- Service web interface (TLX and TLX+)
2 2 The TLX Series comprises transformerless, three-phase

inverters with a high performance 3-level inverter bridge.
- web interface (TLX Pro and TLX Pro+)
For maximum flexibility the inverter has 2 or 3 separate

• Communication interface:
inputs and equivalent number of MPP trackers. The - Standard RS-485

inverter has an integrated residual current monitoring unit, - Optional GSM modem
insulation test functionality and an integrated PV load
- Ethernet (TLX Pro and TLX Pro+)
switch. To support reliable power generation during grid
faults, the inverter has extended fault ride through • Sensor inputs
capabilities. The inverter supports a wide range of interna- - S0 metering input
tional grid requirements.
- Irradiation sensor input (reference cell)
- 3 x Temperature inputs (PT1000)
• Alarm outputs
- 1 x potential free relay
Illustration 2.3 Overview of Connection Area
1 AC connection area, see 5.5 AC Grid Connection.

2 Communication, see 6 Connection of Peripheral Units.
3 DC connection area, see 5.7 PV Connection.
Table 2.7 Legend to Illustration 2.3
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2.3.2 Functional Safety Connecting (Green LED flashing)

The inverter starts up when the PV input voltage reaches
The inverters are designed for international use, with 250 V. The inverter performs a series of internal self-tests,
functional safety circuit design meeting a wide range of including PV auto detection and measurement of the
international requirements (see 2.3.3 International Inverter). resistance between the PV arrays and earth. Meanwhile, it
also monitors the grid parameters. When the grid
Single-fault Immunity parameters have been within the specifications for the 2 2
The functional safety circuit is designed with two required amount of time (depends on grid code), the
independent monitoring units, each having control of a set inverter starts to energise the grid.
of grid-separation relays to guarantee single-fault
immunity. All functional safety circuits are tested during On grid (Green LED on)
start-up to ensure safe operation. If a circuit fails more The inverter is connected to the grid and energises the
than once out of three times during the self-test, the grid. The inverter disconnects if: It detects abnormal grid
inverter goes into fail safe mode. If the measured grid conditions (depending on grid code), if an internal event
voltages, grid frequencies or residual current during occurs or if no PV power is available (no power is supplied
normal operation differ too much between the two to the grid for 10 minutes). It then goes into connecting
independent circuits, the inverter ceases to energise the mode or off grid mode.
grid and repeats the self-test. The functional safety circuits
are always activated and cannot be disabled. Fail Safe (Red LED flashing)
If the inverter detects an error in its circuits during the self-
Grid Surveillance test (in connecting mode) or during operation, the inverter
The grid is under constant surveillance when the inverter enters fail safe mode, disconnecting from PV. The inverter
energises the grid. The following parameters are will remain in fail safe mode until PV power has been
monitored: absent for a minimum of 10 minutes, or the inverter has
been shut down completely (AC and PV).
• Grid voltage magnitude (instantaneous and 10-
minute average)
Refer to 10.1 Troubleshooting for further information.
• Grid voltage frequency
• Three-phase Loss-of-Mains (LoM) detection 2.3.3 International Inverter

• Rate-of-Change-of-Frequency (ROCOF)
The inverter is equipped with a range of grid codes to
• DC content of grid current
meet national requirements.
• Residual Current Monitoring Unit (RCMU) Before connecting an inverter to the grid, obtain approval
from the local distribution network operator (DNO).
The inverter ceases to energise the grid if one of the For initial selection of grid code, refer to 7.4 Start-up and
parameters violates the grid code. The insulation resistance Check of Settings.
between the PV arrays and earth is also tested during the
self-test. The inverter will not energise the grid if the View the current grid code setting
resistance is too low. It will then wait 10 minutes before
making a new attempt to energise the grid.
• via the display at [Status → Inverter]
• via the web interface at [Inverter level: Status →

The inverter has four operation modes Inverter → General].
For information on LEDs, refer to 7.1 Integrated Display
Unit. To change the grid code
Off grid (LEDs off) • for security level 2, obtain a 24-hour username
When no power has been delivered to the AC grid for and password from Service
more than 10 minutes, the inverter disconnects from the
grid and shuts down. This is the normal night mode. The
• log on using the username and password
provided (security level 2)
user and communication interfaces are still powered for
communication purposes. • select grid code
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• via the display at [Setup → Setup within a short time (short-interruption time), the
details] inverter can reconnect when the grid parameters
have been within their limits for the specified
• via the web interface at [Inverter level:
time (reconnect time). Otherwise, the inverter
Setup → Setup details]
returns to the normal connection sequence.
2 2 For further information, see 3.2 Change Procedure.

For details of individual grid codes, contact Danfoss.
See 9 Ancillary Services for additional non-safety function-
alities which are grid code specific.
Selection of a grid code activates a series of settings as
follows: 2.3.4 Derating
Grid power quality enhancement settings Derating the output power is a means of protecting the
For further information, see 9 Ancillary Services. inverter against overload and potential failure.
Furthermore, derating can also be activated to support the
Functional safety settings grid by reducing or limiting the output power of the
inverter. Derating is activated by:
• The cycle RMS values of the grid voltages are
compared with two lower and two upper trip 1. PV over-current
settings, e.g. overvoltage (stage 1). If the RMS 2. Internal over-temperature
values violates the trip settings for more than the
3. Grid overvoltage
duration of "clearance time", the inverter ceases
to energise the grid. 4. Grid overfrequency1
• Loss of Mains (LoM) is detected by two different 5. External command (PLA feature)1
algorithms: 1) See 9 Ancillary Services.
1. Three-phase voltage surveillance (the
inverter has individual control of the Derating is accomplished by adjusting the PV voltage and
three-phase currents). The cycle RMS subsequently operating outside the maximum power point
values of the phase-phase grid voltages of the PV arrays. The inverter continues to reduce the
are compared with a lower trip setting. power until the potential overload ceases or the PLA level
If the RMS values violate the trip is reached. The total amount of time the inverter has
settings for more than the duration of derated can be seen in the display [Log → Derating],
"clearance time", the inverters cease to security level 1.
energise the grid. Derating due to PV current or grid power indicates that
2. Rate of change of frequency (ROCOF). too much PV power has been installed, whereas derating
The ROCOF values (positive or negative) due to grid current, grid voltage and grid frequency
are compared to the trip settings and indicate issues with the grid.
the inverter ceases to energise the grid See 9 Ancillary Services for more information.
when the limits are violated.
During temperature derating, the output power may
• Residual current is monitored. The inverter ceases
fluctuate by up to 1.5 kW.
to energise the grid when:
- the cycle RMS value of the residual
1. PV Over-current
current violates the trip settings for
The inverter will move PV voltage until current reaches 12
more than the duration of "clearance
A max. If 12 A max. is exceeded, the inverter disconnects
time"
from the grid.
- a sudden jump in the DC value of the
residual current is detected. 2. Internal Over-temperature
• Earth-to-PV isolation resistance is monitored Derating due to temperature is a sign of excessive ambient
during start-up of the inverter. If the value is too temperature, a dirty heatsink, a blocked fan or similar.
low, the inverter will wait 10 minutes and then Refer to 10.2 Maintenance for advice.
make a new attempt to energise the grid. Note:
The value is offset by 200 kΩ in order to allow for
measuring inaccuracy.
• If the inverter ceases to energise the grid due to

grid frequency or grid voltage (not three-phase
LoM), and if the frequency or voltage is restored
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PNOM PNOM
150AA035.11
150AA034.11
P P
1.0 1.0
0.9 0.9
0.8 0.8
2 2
0.7 0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4 UNOM
0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2
U
0.3 Illustration 2.6 Grid Voltage Lower than Unom
0.2
0.1
15 30 45 60 t [°C]
Illustration 2.4 Derating Temperature
3. Grid Overvoltage
When the grid voltage exceeds a DNO defined limit U1 ,
the inverter derates the output power. If the grid voltage
increases and exceeds the defined limit 10 min mean (U2),
the inverter ceases to energise the grid, in order to
maintain power quality and protect other equipment
connected to the grid.
P[W]
150AA033.11
U[V]
U1 U2
Illustration 2.5 Grid Voltage above Limit Set by DNO
U1 Fixed
U2 Trip Limit
At grid voltages lower than the nominal voltage (230 V),

the inverter will derate to avoid exceeding the current
limit.
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2.3.5 MPPT
[%]
150AA036.11
100.0
300 - 1000 W/m 2
2
100 - 500 W/m
99.8
2 2 99.6
99.4
99.2
99.0
98.8
98.6
98.4
98.2
98.0
0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
1 2
I [W/m *s]
Illustration 2.7 Measured MPPT Efficiency for Two Different Ramp Profiles.
A Maximum Power Point Tracker (MPPT) is an algorithm

which is constantly trying to maximise the output from the
PV array. The MPPT algorithm is based on the Incremental-
Conductance algorithm. The algorithm updates the PV
voltage fast enough to follow rapid changes in solar
irradiance, 30 W/(m2*s).
2.3.6 PV Sweep
The characteristic power curve of a PV string is non-linear,

and in situations where PV panels are partly shadowed, for
example by a tree or a chimney, the curve can have more
than one local maximum power point (local MPP). Only
one of the points is the true global maximum power point
(global MPP). Using PV sweep the inverter locates the
global MPP, rather than just the local MPP. The inverter
then maintains production at the optimum point, the
global MPP.
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1. Go to [Inverter level: Setup → PV Sweep → Sweep
150AA037.11
PDC[W]
1 type]. Select 'Standard sweep'.
2. Go to [Inverter level: Setup → PV Sweep → Sweep
interval]. Enter the desired sweep interval in
3 minutes.
Forced sweep
2 2
Forced sweep operates independently of the standard
2 sweep functionality and is intended for long-term
4 evaluation of the PV panels. The recommended procedure
is to perform an initial forced sweep after commissioning
and save the results in a log file. Comparison of future
sweeps to the initial sweep will indicate the extent of
UDC[V] power loss due to degeneration of the solar panels over
time. For comparable results, ensure similar conditions
Illustration 2.8 Inverter Output, Power (W) versus Voltage (V)
(temperature, irradiation, etc.).
Procedure:
1 Fully irradiated solar panels - Global MPP
Inverter level only
2 Partly shaded solar panels - Local MPP
3 Partly shaded solar panels - Global MPP • Go to [Inverter level: Setup → PV Sweep]
4 Cloudy conditions - Global MPP - Click on 'Force sweep'.

A forced sweep comprises the following steps:
PV sweep functionality comprises two options for scanning 1. Disconnection of inverter from the grid.
of the entire curve: 2. Measurement of open-circuit voltage of the PV
• Standard sweep – regular sweep at a pre- panels.
programmed interval 3. Reconnection of inverter to the grid.
• Forced sweep 4. Resumption/completion of PV sweep.
5. Resumption of normal production.
Standard sweep
To view the result of the most recent PV sweep performed,

Use standard sweep to optimise yield when there are
go to
permanent shadows on the PV panel. The characteristic
will then be scanned at the defined interval to ensure • [Inverter level: Inverter → Status → PV sweep]
production remains at the global MPP. • [Plant level: Plant → Status → PV sweep]
Procedure: For further information, see the TLX Series Web Server
Plant level Manual:
In the web interface:
• Chapter 4, PV Sweep[0] [Plant, Inverter]
1. Go to [Plant level: Setup → PV Sweep → Sweep
type]. Select ‘Standard sweep’. • Chapter 6, PV Sweep[0] [Plant, Inverter]
2. Go to [Plant level: Setup → PV Sweep → Sweep

interval]. Enter the desired sweep interval in
minutes.
Inverter level
In the web interface:
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2.3.7 Efficiency
The conversion efficiency has been measured with a

Yokogawa WT 3000 precision power analyser over a period
of 250 sec., at 25 °C and 230 V AC grid. The efficiency for
2 2
each inverter rating are depicted below:
η [%]
150AA038.11
100
98
96
94
92 U DC [V]
420V
700V
800V
90
0 2000 4000 6000

P[W]
Illustration 2.9 Efficiency TLX Series 6k: Efficiency [%] versus AC Power [kW]
150AA040.11
η [%]
100
98
96
94 UDC [V]
420V
700V
800V
92
90
0 2000 4000 6000

P[W]
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η [%]
150AA041.11
100
98
2 2
96
94
92
U DC [V]
420V
700V
90 800V
0 2000 4000 6000

P[W]
η [%]
150AA042.11
100
98
96
94
92 U DC [V]
420V
700V
800V
90
0 2000 4000 6000

P[W]
Illustration 2.12 Efficiency TLX Series 12.5k: Efficiency [%] versus AC Power [kW]
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η [%]
150AA043.11
100
98
2 2
96
94
92 U DC [V]
420V
700V
800V
90
0 2000 4000 6000

P[W]
TLX Series
6k 8k
PNOM/P 420 V 700 V 800 V 420 V 700 V 800 V
5% 88.2% 89.6% 87.5% 88.2% 90.9% 88.1%
10% 91.8% 92.8% 91.4% 92.4% 92.8% 92.6%
20% 93.6% 94.4% 94.5% 95.0% 96.5% 95.8%
25% 94.% 95.1% 95.3% 95.5% 96.9% 96.5%
30% 94.9% 95.8% 96.0% 95.9% 97.2% 96.9%
50% 96.4% 97.6% 97.4% 96.4% 97.7% 97.5%
75% 96.6% 97.8% 97.7% 96.4% 97.8% 97.8%
100% 96.7% 97.8% 97.9% 96.4% 97.8% 97.9%
EU 95.7% 97.0% 96.7% 96.1% 97.3% 97.3%
Table 2.10 Efficiencies TLX Series 6k and TLX Series 8k
TLX Series
10k 12.5k 15k
PNOM/P 420 V 700 V 800 V 420 V 700 V 800 V 420 V 700 V 800 V
5% 87.3% 90.4% 89.1% 89.5% 92.2% 91.1% 91.1% 93.4% 92.5%
10% 90.6% 92.9% 92.5% 92.1% 94.1% 93.8% 93.1% 94.9% 94.6%
20% 94.4% 96.0% 95.6% 95.2% 96.6% 96.3% 95.7% 97.0% 96.7%
25% 95.2% 96.6% 96.3% 95.8% 97.1% 96.8% 96.2% 97.4% 97.1%
30% 95.7% 97.0% 96.7% 96.2% 97.4% 97.1% 96.5% 97.6% 97.4%
50% 96.6% 97.7% 97.5% 96.9% 97.9% 97.7% 97.0% 98.0% 97.8%
75% 96.9% 97.8% 97.8% 97.0% 97.8% 97.8% 96.9% 97.8% 97.7%
100% 97.1% 97.9% 97.9% 97.0% 97.8% 97.9% 96.9% 97.7% 97.9%
EU 95.7% 97.0% 96.7% 96.1% 97.3% 97.3% 96.4% 97.4% 97.4%
Table 2.11 Efficiencies TLX Series 10k, TLX Series 12.5k and TLX Series 15k
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2.3.8 Internal Overvoltage Protection
PV Overvoltage Protection
PV overvoltage protection is a feature that actively protects
the inverter and PV modules against overvoltage. The
function is independent of grid connection and remains
active as long as the inverter is fully functional. 2 2
During normal operation the MPP voltage will be in the
250 – 800 V range and the PV overvoltage protection
remains inactive. If the inverter is disconnected from grid
the PV voltage will be in an open circuit scenario (no MPP
tracking). Under these conditions and with high irradiation
and low-module temperature, the voltage may rise and
exceed 860 V. At this point, overvoltage protection
activates.
When the PV overvoltage protection activates, the input
voltage is virtually short-circuited (forced to reduce to
approximately 5 V), leaving just enough power to supply
the internal circuits. The input voltage reduction is
performed within 1.5 ms.
When normal grid condition is re-established, the inverter
will exit the PV overvoltage protection, returning MPP
voltage to a level in the 250-800 V range.
Intermediate Overvoltage Protection

During start-up (before the inverter is connected to grid)
and while PV is charging the intermediate circuit, the
overvoltage protection may be activated to prevent
overvoltage in the intermediate circuit.
2.4 Autotest Procedure

An automatic test of the inverter can be initialised by
activating the inverter autotest procedure:
• Via the display, go to [Setup → Autotest] and

press OK.
• Via the web interface, go to [Inverter level: Setup

→ Setup details → Autotest] and click on [Start →
Test].
The inverter autotest manual can be downloaded from

www.danfoss.com/solar.
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Change of Functional Safety...
3 Change of Functional Safety and Grid Code Settings
3. Complete and sign the form ‘Change of

Functional Safety Parameters’.
3.1 Functional Safety Settings
- For access via web server
The inverter is designed for international use and it can
Generate a settings report.
handle a wide range of requirements related to functional
3 3 safety and grid behaviour. Parameters for functional safety Fill out the form generated by
the web interface on the PC.
and some grid code parameters are predefined and do not
require any alteration during installation. However, some 4. Send the following to the DNO:
grid code parameters will require alterations during instal-
- The form ‘Change of Functional Safety
lation to allow optimisation of the local grid.
Parameters’, completed and signed.
To meet these different requirements, the inverter is - Letter requesting copy of authorisation
equipped with preset grid codes to accommodate to be sent to the PV plant owner.
standard settings. Since alteration of parameters can result
in violation of legal requirements, as well as affect the grid
negatively and reduce inverter yield, alterations are
password-protected.
Depending on parameter type, some alterations are

restricted to factory changes. In case of parameters used
for optimisation of the local grid, alterations are allowed
for installers. Alterations of parameters will automatically
alter the grid code to “Custom”.
3.2 Change Procedure

Follow the procedure described below for each change of
grid code, either directly or via changes to other functional
safety settings. For more information, refer to International
Inverter.
Procedure for PV plant owner

1. Determine the desired grid code setting. The
person responsible for the decision to change the
grid code accepts full responsibility for any future
conflicts.
2. Order the change of setting with the authorised
technician.
Procedure for authorised technician

1. Contact the service hotline to obtain a 24-hour
level 2 password and username.
2. Access and change the grid code setting via the
web interface or the display.
- To change settings via the web
interface/service interface, use remote
access [Inverter level: Setup →
Communication → Remote access].
- The inverter logs the parameter change.
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Requirements for Connection
4 Requirements for Connection
Earthing systems
The inverters can operate on TN-S, TN-C, TN-C-S and TT
4.1 Pre-installation Guidelines systems.
Read this chapter before designing the PV system. It
provides information required for planning integration of NOTE
TLX Series inverters into a PV system: Where an external RCD is required in addition to the built-
in RCMU, a 300 mA RCD type B must be used to avoid
• AC grid connection requirements, including
tripping. IT systems are not supported.
•
choice of AC cable protection
PV system design, including earthing
4 4
NOTE
• Ambient conditions, such as ventilation
When using TN-C earthing to avoid earth currents in the
communication cable, ensure identical earthing potential
4.2 Requirements for AC Connection of all inverters.
CAUTION 4.2.1 Mains Circuit Breaker, Cable Fuse and

Load Switch
Always follow local rules and regulations.
No consumer load should be applied between the mains

CAUTION circuit breaker and the inverter. An overload of the cable
Prevent the system from reconnecting; secure the work may not be recognised by the cable fuse, see
area by marking, closing or locking off the area. Uninten- 2.3.1 Functional Overview. Always use separate fuses for
tional reconnection may result in severe accidents. consumer loads. Use dedicated circuit breakers with load
switch functionality for load switching. Threaded fuse
elements like ‘Diazed’ and ‘Neozed’ are not considered
CAUTION adequate as a load switch. Fuse holder may be damaged if
Cover up all voltage-carrying system components that may dismounted under load. Use the PV load switch to turn off
cause personal injury while working. Make sure that the inverter before removing/replacing the fuse elements.
danger areas are clearly marked. The selection of the mains circuit breaker rating depends
on the wiring design (wire cross-sectional area), cable type,
The inverters are designed with a three-phased, neutral wiring method, ambient temperature, inverter current
and protective earth AC grid interface for operation under rating etc. Derating of the circuit breaker rating may be
the following conditions: necessary due to self-heating or if exposed to heat. The
maximum output current per phase can be found
Parameter Nominal Min. Max. Table 4.2.
Grid voltage, phase – 230 V
184 V 276 V TLX Series
neutral 20%
6k 8k 10k 12.5k 15k
50 Hz
Grid frequency 45 Hz 55 Hz Maximum inverter
5% 9.0 A 11.9 A 14.9 A 18.7 A 22.4 A
current, Iacmax.
Table 4.1 AC Operating Conditions Recommended
blow fuse type gL/ 13 A 16 A 20 A 20 A 25 A
When choosing grid code, the parameters in the above gG
specification will be limited to comply with the specific Recommended
grid codes. automatic fuse type 16 A 20 A 20 A 25 A 32 A
B
Table 4.2 Mains Circuit Specifications
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Cable Condition Specification

AC 5 wire cable Copper
Outer diameter 18-25 mm
Max. recommended cable length 2.5 mm2 21 m
TLX Series 4 mm2 34 m
6k, 8k and 10k 6 mm2 52 m
10 mm2 87 m
Max. recommended cable length 4 mm2 28 m
12.5k 10 mm2 69 m
Max. recommended cable length 6 mm2 34 m
15k
4 4
DC Max. 1000 V, 12 A
Cable length 4 mm2 - 4.8 Ω /km < 200 m*
Cable length 6 mm2 - 3.4 Ω /km >200-300 m*
Mating connector Multi-contact PV-ADSP4./PV-ADBP4.
* The distance between inverter and PV array and back, plus the cumulative length of PV array cabling.
Table 4.3 Cable Requirements
NOTE
Avoid power loss in cables greater than 1% of nominal
inverter rating.
[%]
150AA044.11
2
2
2.5 mm
2
4 mm
1.5 6 mm
2
2
10 mm
0.5
0
0 20 40 60 80
[m]
Illustration 4.1 TLX Series 6k Cable Losses [%] versus Cable Length [m]
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[%]
150AA045.11
2
2
2.5 mm
4 mm 2
1.5 6 mm 2
10 mm 2
0.5
4 4
0
0 20 40 60 80
[m]
[%]
150AA046.11
2
2.5 mm2
2
4 mm
2
1.5 6 mm
2
10 mm
0.5
0
0 20 40 60 80
[m]
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[%]
150AA047.11
2
2
4 mm
2
6 mm
1.5 10 mm
2
0.5
4 4
0
0 20 40 60 80
[m]
Illustration 4.4 TLX Series 12.5k Cable Losses [%] versus Cable Length [m]
[%]
150AA048.11
2
2
4 mm
2
6 mm
1.5 10 mm
2
0.5
0
0 20 40 60 80
[m]
Consider also the following when choosing cable type and proper cable dimensions are used to avoid losses.
cross-sectional area: Additionally the no load voltage at the connection point
must be taken into account. The maximum permitted grid
- Ambient temperature
impedance, as function of no load voltage for the TLX
- Layout type (inside wall, under ground, free air Series inverters, is shown in the following graph.
etc.)
- UV resistance
4.2.2 Grid Impedance
The grid impedance must correspond to the specifications

to avoid unintended disconnection from the grid or
derating of the output power. It is similarly important that
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ZG [ ]
150AA049.11
3
6 kW
2.5 8 kW
10 kW
2 12.5 kW
15 kW
1.5
0.5 4 4
0
230 235 240 245 250 255
UAC [V]
Illustration 4.6 Grid impedance: Maximum permissible grid impedance [Ω] versus No load grid voltage [V]
For guidance and recommendations on dimensioning the

PV generator (module array), to align with the following
4.3 Requirements for PV Connection inverter capability, refer to 4.3.1 Recommendations and
The nominal/maximum input specification per PV input Goals when Dimensioning.
and total is shown in Table 4.4.
To avoid damaging the inverter, the limits in the table
must be observed when dimensioning the PV generator
for the inverter.
Parameter TLX Series

6k 8k 10k 12.5k 15k
Number of PV inputs 2 3
Maximum input voltage, open circuit (Vdcmax) 1000 V
Minimum MPP voltage (Vmppmin) 250 V
Maximum MPP voltage (Vmppmax) 800 V
Max./nom. input current (Idcmax) 12 A
Maximum short-circuit current (Isc) 12 A
Maximum PV input power per MPPT (Pmpptmax) 8000 W
Max./nom. converted PV input power,
6200 W 8250 W 10300 W 12900 W 15500 W
total (ΣPmpptmax)
Table 4.4 PV Operating Conditions
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150AA075.10
I [A]
I sc
12, 250
I dc, max
12, 667
4 4
1 10, 800
V dc, max
V dc, min V dcmpptmax U [V]
Illustration 4.7 Operating Range per MPP Tracker
1 Operating Range per MPP Tracker withstand. Check the specification of the short-circuit
current at the highest PV module operating temperature.
Observe the power limits for individual PV inputs.

Maximum Open-circuit Voltage
However, the converted input power will be limited by
The open-circuit voltage from the PV strings must not
maximum converted PV input power, total (Σmpptmax) and
exceed the maximum open-circuit voltage limit of the
not the sum of maximum PV input power per MPPT
inverter. Check the specification of the open-circuit voltage
(Pmpptmax1 + Pmpptmax2 + Pmpptmax3).
at the lowest PV module operating temperature. Also
check that the maximum system voltage of the PV
modules is not exceeded. During installation, verify the Max./Nom. Converted PV Input Power, Total
voltage before connecting the PV modules to the inverter; The 2 and/or 3 MPP trackers can handle more power in
use a category III voltmeter that can measure DC values up total than the inverter can convert. The inverter will limit
to 1000 V. the power intake by shifting the MPP when surplus PV
Special requirements apply to thin film modules. See power is available.
4.3.2 Thin Film.
MPP Voltage
The string MPP voltage must be within the operational
range of the MPPT of the inverter, defined by minimum
voltage operation MPP (250 V) and maximum voltage
operating MPP (800 V), for the temperature range of the
PV modules.
Short-circuit Current
The maximum short-circuit current (Isc) must not exceed
the absolute maximum that the inverter is able to
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IEC61215 standard are only tested to a specific resistance
150AA080.10
of minimum 40 MΩ*m2. Therefore, for a 15 kW power
plant with a 10% PV module efficiency, the total area of
DC the modules yields 150 m2, which again yields a minimum
1
resistance of 40 MΩ*m2/150 m2=267 kΩ.
The required limit of 1 MΩ has for that reason been
lowered to 200 kΩ (+ 200 kΩ to allow for for measuring
inaccuracy), with the approval of the German authorities
(Deutsche Gesetzliche Unfallsversicherung, Fachhausschuss
2
Elektrotechnik).
1
During installation, the resistance must be verified before
connecting the PV modules to the inverter. The procedure
for verifying the resistance is found in the section on PV 4 4
AC Connection.
Earthing
1
It is not possible to earth any of the terminals of the PV
arrays. However, it is compulsory to earth all conductive
materials, e.g. the mounting system to comply with the
general codes for electrical installations.
Illustration 4.8 Max./Nom. Converted PV Input Power, Total

Parallel Connection of PV Arrays
The PV inputs of the inverter can be internally (or
externally) connected in parallel. See Table 4.7. The
1 Operating range for each individual MPP tracker.
advantages and disadvantages of parallel connection are:
2 Σmpptmax, converted

• Advantages
- Layout flexibility
Reversed Polarity
The inverter is protected against reversed polarity and will - Parallel connection makes it possible to
not generate power until the polarity is correct. Reversed apply a single two-wire cable from the
polarity damages neither the inverter nor the connectors. PV array to the inverter (reduces the
installation cost)
• Disadvantages
CAUTION - Monitoring of each individual string is
Remember to disconnect the PV load switch before
correcting polarity! not possible
- String fuses/string diodes may be
PV to Earth Resistance necessary
Monitoring of the PV to earth resistance is implemented After making the physical connection, the inverter carries
for all grid codes, as supplying energy to the grid with too out an autotest of the configuration and configures itself
low a resistance could be harmful to the inverter and/or accordingly.
the PV modules. According to the German VDE0126-1-1
standard, the minimum resistance between the terminals
Examples of different PV connections/systems are
of the PV arrays and earth must be 1 k Ω / VOC, thus for a
illustrated with the explanatory overview in Table 4.7.
1000 V system this corresponds to a minimum resistance
of 1 MΩ. However, PV modules designed according to the
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Example String Connection point B External C Inverter inputs

capacity, A Inverter External parallel Internal 1 2 3
orientation Generator splitter * connection parallel
and connectio connection
inclination n box in inverter
1 3 identical x Yes 3 in parallel Required Splitter Splitter Splitter
output output output
(optional)
2 3 identical x Optional 1 string 1 string 1 string
3 3 different x Not permitted 1 string 1 string 1 string
4 4
2 identical for string 1.
Optional for
strings 2 and 3.
(optional)
6 4 identical x x Yes 3 in parallel Optional Splitter Splitter
1 in series output output
7 6 identical x Required 2 strings 2 strings 2 strings
8 4 identical x x Required 2 strings via 1 string 1 string
Y-connector
Table 4.7 Overview of PV System Examples

* When total input current exceeds 12 A, external splitter is required.
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4 4
Illustration 4.9 PV System Example 2

Table 4.8 PV System Examples 1-2

(optional)
2 3 identical x Optional 1 string 1 string 1 string
Table 4.9 Legend to Table 4.8

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4 4

2 identical for string 1.
Optional for
strings 2 and 3.

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4 4
Illustration 4.9 PV System Example 5 Illustration 4.9 PV System Example 6

(optional)
6 4 identical x x Yes 3 in parallel Optional Splitter Splitter
1 in series output output

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4 4
Illustration 4.9 PV System Example 7 Illustration 4.9 PV System Example 8

7 6 identical x Required 2 strings 2 strings 2 strings
8 4 identical x x Required 2 strings via 1 string 1 string
Y-connector

* When total input current exceeds 12A, external splitter is required.
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PV Cable Dimensions and Layout circuit voltage at -10 °C. The voltage at the last
The power loss in the PV cables should not exceed 1% of inverter input is consequently too low. A correct
nominal value in order to avoid losses. For an array of solution is to connect 22 modules to the first
5000 W at 700 V, this corresponds to a maximum inverter input and two times 20 modules to the
resistance of 0.98 Ω. Assuming aluminium cable is used (4 remaining two inputs. This corresponds to 880 V
mm2 → 4.8 Ω/km, 6 mm2 → 3.4 Ω / km), the maximum and 800 V at -10 °C and 1000 W/m2, similar to PV
length for a 4 mm2 cable is approximately 200 m and for a system example 4.
6 mm2 cable approximately 300 m. The total length is
defined as twice the physical distance between the Optimising PV Power
inverter and the PV array plus the length of the PV cables The ratio between installed PV power at STC (PSTC) and
included in the modules. Avoid looping the DC cables as nominal inverter power (PNOM), the so-called PV-to-grid
they can act as an antenna of radio-noise emitted by the ratio KPV-AC, is used to evaluate the sizing of the inverter.
inverter. Cables with positive and negative polarity should To reach a maximum Performance Ratio with a cost 4 4
be placed side by side with as little space between them efficient solution the following upper limits should not be
as possible. This also lowers the induced voltage in case of exceeded. The values in Table 4.17 are for guidance only.
lightning and reduces the risk of damage.
DC Max. 1000 V, 12 A Corresponding power for inverter type

Cable length 4 mm2 -4.8 Ω /km <200 m* TLX Series
Cable length 6 mm2 -3.4 Ω /km >200-300 m* System type Max
6k 8k 10k 12.5k 15k
KPV-AC
Tracker systems 6.3 8.4 10.5 13.1 15.7
Table 4.16 Cable Specifications 1.05
kWp kWp kWp kWp kWp
* The distance between inverter and PV array and back, plus the Fixed systems
cumulative length of PV array cabling. with optimal
conditions:
Close to ideal
6.7 9.0 11.2 14.0 16.8
4.3.1 Recommendations and Goals when orientation 1.12
kWp kWp kWp kWp kWp
Dimensioning (between SW
and SE) and
inclination
Optimising the PV Configuration: Voltage (more than 10°)
The output power from the inverter can be optimised by Fixed systems
applying the maximum open circuit input voltage (Vdcmax) with semi-
optimal
per input. The minimum limit for open-circuit voltage is conditions:
500 V. Orientation or 7.1 9.4 11.8 14.7 17.7
1.18
Examples: inclination is kWp kWp kWp kWp kWp
outside the
1. In a PV system of 75 modules, each with an open above
circuit voltage of 40 V at -10 °C and 1000 W/m², it mentioned
is possible to connect up to 25 modules in one limits.
Fixed systems
string (25*40 V=1000 V). This allows for three with sub-
strings and every string reaches the maximum optimal
inverter input voltage of 1000 V at -10 °C and conditions:
1000 W/m2, similar to PV system examples 1 and Orientation and 8 10.0 12.5 15.6 18.7
1.25
inclination is kWp kWp kWp kWp kWp
2. outside the
2. Another PV system only has 70 modules of the above
mentioned
same type as above. Thus only two strings can limits.
reach the optimum of 1000 V. The remaining 20
modules reach a voltage value of 800 V at -10 Table 4.17 Optimisation of PV Configuration
°C . This string should then be connected to the According to Dr. B. Burger "Auslegung und Dimensionierung von
last inverter input, similar to PV system example Wechselrichtern für netzgekoppelte PV-Anlagen", Fraunhofer-Institut
4. für Solare Energiesysteme ISE, 2005.
3. Finally, a third PV system has 62 modules of the
type described above. With two strings of 25
modules, 12 modules remain for the last inverter
input. 12 modules only produce 480 V open
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NOTE 4.3.2 Thin Film

The data is only valid for northern European conditions (>
48° North). The PV-to-grid ratio is provided specifically for The use of TLX Series inverters with thin film modules has
PV systems that are optimised with respect to inclination been approved by some manufacturers. Declarations and
and orientation. approvals can be found at www.danfoss.com/solar. If no
declaration is available for the preferred module it is
Design for Reactive Power important to obtain approval from the module
The nominal active power (P) and the maximum apparent manufacturer before installing thin film modules with the
power (S) of the inverter are equal. Thus there is no inverters.
overhead for producing reactive (Q) power at full active The power-circuit of the inverters is based on an inverted
power. When the inverters are installed in a PV power asymmetrical boost converter and bipolar DC-link. The
negative potential between the PV arrays and earth is
4 4 plant, which has to generate a certain amount of reactive
power, the amount of installed PV capacity per inverter therefore considerably lower, compared to other transfor-
must therefore be reduced. merless inverters.
Two cases must be expected:

CAUTION
1. A certain power factor (PF) is required, e.g. Module voltage during initial degradation may be higher
PF=0.95: thus the PV-to-grid ratio, KPV-AC, should than the rated voltage in the data sheet. This must be
be multiplied with 0.95. The corrected ratio is taken into consideration when designing the PV system,
then used for dimensioning the plant. since excessive DC voltage can damage the inverter.
2. The DNO specifies a required amount of reactive Module current may also lie above the inverter current
power (Q), the nominal power (P) of the plant is limit during the initial degradation. In this case the inverter
known. The PF can then be calculated as: decreases the output power accordingly, resulting in lower
PF=SQRT(P2/(P^2+Q2)). The PF is then applied as yield. Therefore when designing, take inverter and module
above. specifications both before and after initial degradation into
consideration.
Design for Low AC Grid Voltage

The nominal output power of the inverter is specified at a 4.3.3 Overvoltage Protection
grid voltage of 230 V. The input power should be derated
for an AC grid where the voltage is below this limit. Lower The inverter is manufactured with internal overvoltage
grid voltage may occur if the inverter is installed in a protection on the AC and PV side. If the PV system is
network placed at a distance from the transformer and/or installed on a building with an existing lightning
with high local loads, for example in an industrial area. To protection system, the PV system must also be properly
ensure adequate AC grid voltage, measure the grid voltage included in the lightning protection system. The inverters
at 10.00 am, 12.00 am and 2 pm, when the load and are classified as having Type III (class D) protection (limited
irradiance are high. protection). Varistors in the inverter are connected
between phase and neutral cables, and between PV plus
There are two alternatives: and minus terminals. One varistor is positioned between
the neutral and PE cables.
1. Downsize the PV plant to:
• PSTC=PNOM * KPV-AC * measured grid Connection point Overvoltage category according to

voltage/230, EN50178
where AC side Category III
- PSTC is the installed PV power PV side Category II
at STC
Table 4.18 Overvoltage Category
- PNOM is the nominal inverter
power
4.3.4 Thermal Management
- KPV-AC is the so-called PV-to-
grid ratio All power electronics equipment generates waste heat,
2. Contact the local DNO to increase the limit on which must be controlled and removed to avoid damage
the transformer. and to achieve high reliability and long life. The
temperature around critical components like the integrated
power modules is continuously measured to protect the
electronics against overheating. If the temperature exceeds
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the limits, the inverter reduces input power to keep the

temperature at a safe level.
The thermal management concept of the inverter is based
on forced cooling by means of speed-controlled fans. The
fans are electronically controlled and are only active when
needed. The back side of the inverter is designed as a
heatsink that removes the heat generated by the power
semiconductors in the integrated power modules.
Additionally, the magnetic parts are ventilated by force.
At high altitudes, the cooling capacity of the air is reduced.
The fan control will attempt to compensate for the
reduced cooling. At altitudes higher than 1000 m, derating
of the inverter power at system layout should be
considered to avoid loss of energy.
4 4
Altitude 2000m 3000m
Max. load of inverter 95% 85%
Table 4.19 Compensation for Altitude
NOTE
PELV protection is effective up to 2000 m above sea level
only.
Other factors like higher irradiation should also be taken

into account. The heatsink should be cleaned regularly and
checked for dust and blocking elements once a year.
Optimise reliability and lifetime by mounting the inverter

in a location with low ambient temperature.
NOTE
For calculation of ventilation, use maximum heat
dissipation of 600 W per inverter.
4.3.5 Simulation of PV
Contact the supplier before connecting the inverter to a

power supply for testing purposes, e.g. simulation of PV.
The inverter has built-in functionalities that may harm the
power supply.
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Installation and Start-up
5 Installation and Start-up
5.1 Installation Dimensions and Patterns
Illustration 5.5 Mount on non-flammable surface
Illustration 5.1 Avoid constant stream of water
5 5
Illustration 5.6 Mount upright on vertical surface
Illustration 5.2 Avoid direct sunlight
Illustration 5.7 Prevent dust and ammonia gases
Illustration 5.3 Ensure adequate air flow
Illustration 5.4 Ensure adequate air flow
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5 5
Illustration 5.8 Safe Distances
Observe these distances when installing one or more

inverters. One-row mounting is recommended. Contact the
supplier for information on mounting in more rows.
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5 5
Illustration 5.9 Wall Plate
NOTE
Use of the wall plate delivered with the inverter is
mandatory.
Use screws that can safely carry the weight of the inverter.
The inverter must be aligned and it is important that the
inverter is accessible at the front to allow room for
servicing.
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5.2 Mounting the Inverter Lift the inverter upwards (2) over the top of the mounting
plate until the inverter tilts towards the wall (3).
CAUTION
For safe handling of the inverter, two people must carry
the unit, or a suitable transport trolley must be used.
Safety boots must be worn.
5 5
Illustration 5.12 Place Inverter in Mounting Bracket
Place the lower part of the inverter against the mounting

Illustration 5.10 Position the Inverter bracket.
Tilt the inverter as shown in the illustration and place the

top of the inverter against the mounting bracket. Use the
two guides (1) at the top plate to control the inverter
horizontally.
Illustration 5.13 Fasten screws

Illustration 5.11 Secure the inverter
Lower (4) the inverter and make sure that the hook of the
inverter base plate is placed in the lower part of the
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mounting bracket (5). Check that it is not possible to lift Use a TX 30 screwdriver to loosen the two front screws.
the bottom of the inverter away from the mounting Turn the screwdriver until the screws pop up. Screws are
bracket. (6) Fasten the screws on either side of the wall secured with a spring and cannot fall out.
plate to secure the inverter.
5.3 Removing the Inverter

Loosen the locking screws on either side of the inverter.
Removal is performed in the reverse order of mounting.

With a firm grip at the lower end of the inverter, lift the
inverter approximately 20 mm vertically. Pull the inverter
slightly away from the wall. Push upwards at an angle until
the wall plate releases the inverter. Lift the inverter away
5 5 from the wall plate.
5.4 Opening and Closing the Inverter
WARNING
Remember to observe all ESD safety regulations. Any
electrostatic charge must be discharged by touching the
earthed housing before handling any electronic
component.
Illustration 5.15 Open the Inverter
Push the front cover upwards. When a slight resistance is

felt, give the front cover a tap on the bottom to snap it
into holding position. It is recommended to use the
holding position instead of dismounting the front cover
completely.
Illustration 5.14 Loosen Front Screws
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5 5
Illustration 5.16 Close the Inverter
Illustration 5.17 Fasten Front Screws

To close the inverter, hold on to the lower end of the front
cover with one hand and give it a tap on the top until it
falls into place. Guide the front cover into place and fasten
the two front screws. CAUTION
The two front screws are the PE connection to the front
cover. Make sure that both screws are mounted and
fastened with the specified torque.
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1. Verify the inverter matches the grid-voltage.
5.5 AC Grid Connection 2. Release main circuit breaker and make

precautions to prevent reconnection.
150AA059.10
3. Open the front cover.
4. Insert the cable through the AC gland to the
terminal blocks.
5. The three mains wires (L1, L2, L3) and the Neutral
wire (N) are mandatory and must be connected
to the 4-pole terminal block with the respective
markings.
L1 L2 L3 N
6. The Protective Earth wire (PE) is mandatory and
must be connected directly to the chassis PE
140mm
terminal. Insert the wire and fasten the screw to

5 5
16mm
secure the wire.

7. All wires must be properly fastened with the
correct torque. See 11.5 Torque Specifications for
Installation.
8. Close the front cover, and remember to verify
that both front screws are applied with the
10mm correct torque (6-8 Nm) to obtain PE connection.
PE
9. Close main circuit breaker.
Illustration 5.18 AC Cable Wire Strip
CAUTION
For safety, check all wiring. Connecting a phase wire to the
The illustration shows the stripping of insulation of all 5 neutral terminal may permanently damage the inverter. Do
wires of the AC cable. The length of the PE wire must be not remove the short-circuit bridge at (1).
longer than the mains and neutral wires.
150AA002.11
L1 L2 L3 N
PE
PE
Illustration 5.19 AC Connection Area
1 Short-circuit bridge
L1, L2, 3 mains (L1, L2, L3) and neutral (N) terminals
L3, N
PE Protective earth wire
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5.6 Parallel PV String Configuration

For parallel PV string configuration, always use the internal
parallel jumper, together with an external parallel coupling.
150AA026.12
1 Inverter Cabling PV module
2
12A 20A
12A 12A
12A 20A
12A 12A
12A 20A
12A 12A
1
5 5
12A 20A
12A
12A 20A
12A 30A
12A 20A
12A
1
12A 20A
12A 7A
7A
12A 20A
12A 7A
12A 20A
12A 7A
Illustration 5.20 Correct Parallel Connection
1 Parallel jumper
2 Parallel connection, 3 inputs
3 Parallel connection, 2 inputs
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150AA027.12
1 Inverter Cabling PV module
2
12A 20A 7A
12A
7A
12A 20A
12A 7A
12A 20A
12A 7A
1 3
12A 20A
12A
12A 20A
12A 30A
5 5 12A
12A 20A
12A 20A
12A
12A 20A
12A 30A
12A 20A
12A
Illustration 5.21 Incorrect Parallel Connection
1 Parallel jumper
2 Parallel connection, 1 input. Current in first input is
exceeded, thus overloading cable and PV load switch.
3 Parallel connection missing. All PV power feeds into one
input, thus risking overload of PV connector, cable and PV
load switch.
4 Parallel jumper missing, thus risking overload of PV
connector, cable and PV load switch in the event of inverter
failure.
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5.7 PV Connection CAUTION

When unmated, the MC4 connectors are not IP54. Intrusion
WARNING of moisture may occur. In situations where the PV
Do NOT connect PV to earth! connectors are not fitted, a seal cap must be mounted
(included in the scope of the delivery). All inverters with
NOTE MC4 connections are delivered with seal caps on inputs 2
Use a suitable voltmeter that can measure up to 1000 V and 3. During installation, the seal caps of those inputs
DC. that are to be used are discarded.
PV Connection Procedure: NOTE

The inverter is protected against reversed polarity but it
1. First verify the polarity and maximum voltage of
will not generate power until the polarity is corrected. To
the PV arrays by measuring the PV open-circuit
achieve optimum production, the open-circuit voltage
voltage. The PV open-circuit voltage must not
(STC) of the PV modules must be lower than the max.
2.
exceed 1000 V DC.
Measure the DC voltage between the plus-
input voltage of the inverter (see 11.1 General Data),
multiplied with a factor of 1.13. UOC, STC x 1.13 ≤ UMAX, inv.
5 5
terminal of the PV array and Earth (or the green/
yellow PE cable). The voltage measured should
5.7.1 Manual PV Configuration
approximate zero. If the voltage is constant and
not zero there is an insulation failure somewhere
Set up the inverter for manual PV configuration at security
in the PV array. Locate and fix the failure before
level 1:
continuing.
3. Repeat this procedure for all arrays. It is allowed • via the display at [Setup → Setup details → PV
configuration]
to distribute the input power on the inputs
unevenly, presuming that: • via the web interface at [Inverter → Setup →
Setup details → PV configuration]
• The nom. PV power of the inverter is
not exceeded (6.2 / 8.2 / 10.3 / 12.9 /
15.5 kW). The autodetection is subsequently overridden.
• The maximum short-circuit current of

To set the configuration via the display manually:
the PV modules must not exceed 12 A
per input. 1. Turn on AC to start the inverter.
4. On the inverter turn the PV load switch into off 2. Enter installer password (supplied by distributor)
position. Connect the PV cables by means of MC4 in the display setup menu. Go to [Setup →
connectors. Ensure correct polarity! The PV load Security → Password].
switch can now be switched on when required.
3. Press Back and use the arrows to find the PV
configuration menu under the menu setup
details, go to [Setup → Setup details → PV config-
uration].
4. Select PV configuration mode. Make sure that the
configuration that corresponds to the wiring is
selected, go to [Setup → Setup details → PV
configuration → Mode: Parallel].
Illustration 5.22 DC Connection Area
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Connection of Peripheral Un...
6 Connection of Peripheral Units
• Ethernet communication (2):
6.1 Overview - all TLX variants: service web interface

- TLX Pro and TLX Pro+ variants only -
CAUTION web interface functionality
Auxiliary interfaces are provided via PELV circuits and are Sensor inputs (3)
safe to touch during normal operation. AC and PV must,
however, be turned off before installation of peripheral
• PT1000 temperature sensor input x 3
units. • Irradiation sensor input
• Energy meter (S0) input

NOTE Alarm Output (4)
For wiring details, refer to 11.7 Auxiliary Interface Specifi-
cations. • Potential free relay output
6 6 The inverter has the following auxiliary input/output:

Except for the GSM modem, which has an externally
mounted antenna, all auxiliary interfaces are located
Communication interfaces
internally in the inverter. For setup instructions, refer to
• GSM modem 7 User Interface , or see the Web Server User Manual.
• RS-485 communication (1)
150AA004.11
1
Illustration 6.1 Auxiliary Connection Area
1-4 Communication board

5 Cable glands
6 EMC clamps
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following illustrations. This enables the cable(s) to be

inserted from the side.
6.2 Installation of Peripheral Cables
CAUTION
To ensure fulfilment of the IP enclosure rating, correctly
mounted cable glands are essential for all peripheral
cables.
Hole for cable gland

The base plate of the inverter is prepared for cable glands Illustration 6.3 Cut a Slot
M16 (6 pcs.) and M25 (2 pcs.). Holes and threads are pre-
drilled and shipped with blind plugs.
M25 150AA005.11
M16
6 6
Illustration 6.4 Sealing Insert Side View
Illustration 6.2 Auxiliary Connection Area, Cable Glands 2 x M25

and 6 x M16.
Illustration 6.5 Cut Rubber Knob
M25 For RS-485 and Ethernet peripheral units which apply

RJ-45 plugs. 1. Add the adapted plug to the cable(s) and insert
M16 Other peripheral units (sensors, alarm outputs and RS-485 the cable(s) with RJ-45 plug through the cable
peripheral which interface the terminal block). gland hole.
Table 6.2 Legend to Illustration 6.2 2. Mount the RJ-45 plug in the RJ-45 socket and
fasten the cable gland cap (Illustration 6.2).
6.2.1 RS-485 Peripheral and Ethernet Units 3. Optionally, the EMC cable clamp (Illustration 6.2)
which apply RJ-45 can be used for a mechanical fixation of the cable
– provided that some of the 6 clamps are free.
1. Unscrew the blind plugs.
2. Place the M25 cable gland in the cabinet, add the 6.2.2 Other Peripheral Units
nut and fasten the cable gland.
Sensors, alarms and RS-485 peripheral units which are
3. Unscrew the cap of the cable gland and slide it
applied to the terminal block must use M16 cable glands
over the cable(s).
and EMC cable clamps.
4. The special M16 plug provided in the scope of
delivery allows one or two cables with pre-
assembled RJ-45 plugs to be applied. Adapt the
M16 plug as follows:
According to the number of RS-485 or Ethernet cables, cut
one or two rubber knob(s) and one or two slot(s) in the
side of the sealing insert as indicated with * in the
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Cable gland:
160AA014.10
1. Place the M16 cable gland in the
cabinet, add the nut and fasten the
cable gland.
2. Unscrew the cap of the cable gland and
slide it over the cable.
3. Insert the cable through the cable gland
hole.
EMC cable clamps:
1. Loosen the screw in the EMC cable
clamp.
2. Strip the cable jacket off in a length
equal to the distance from the EMC Illustration 6.6 Thin Shielded Cable (cable shield is folded back
cable clamp to the terminal block in over the jacket)
question, see Illustration 6.2.
6 6 3. If shielded cable is used strip the cable
160AA015.10
shield approx. 10 mm and fix the cable
in the cable clamp as shown in the
following illustrations:
4. • Thin shielded cable (cable
shield is folded back over the
jacket)
• Thick shielded cable (> approx.

7 mm)
• Unshielded cable (alarm

output)
5. Fasten the cable clamp screw to secure
it and check that the cable shield is
mechanically fixed. Illustration 6.7 Thick Shielded Cable (> approx. 7 mm)
6. Fasten the cable gland cap.

Terminal block: 160AA016.10
1. Strip off insulation from the wires

(approx. 6-7 mm).
2. Insert the wires in the terminal block
and fasten the screws to secure them
properly.
Illustration 6.8 Unshielded Cable (Alarm Output)
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6.3 Sensor Inputs 6.4 Relay Output

6.3.1 Temperature Sensor The relay output can be used for either of the following
purposes:
Three temperature inputs are provided. • as trigger for an alarm or,
Temperature Sensor Function

• as trigger for self-consumption
Input The relay is potential free Type NO (Normally Open). For

Ambient temperature Readout via display or web interface setup, activation and deactivation, refer to 6 Connection of
and/or communication (logging) Peripheral Units.
PV module temperature Readout via display or web interface
and/or communication (logging) 6.4.1 Alarm
Irradiation sensor Internal use for temperature correction
temperature of irradiation measurement The relay can trigger a visual alarm and/or an audible
alarm device to indicate events of various inverters (to see
Table 6.3 Temperature Sensor Inputs which ones, refer to 10.1 Troubleshooting.
The supported temperature sensor type is PT1000. For

6.4.2 Self-consumption
6 6
layout of the temperature sensor terminal block, see
Illustration 6.1. For detailed specifications, refer to
Based on a configurable amount of inverter output power
11.7 Auxiliary Interface Specifications. For setup, support,
or time of day, the relay can be set to trigger a
offset, adjustment and more, see6 Connection of Peripheral
consumption load (eg. washing machine, heater, etc.).
Units for instructions.
Once triggered, the relay remains closed until the inverter
disconnects from grid (eg. at the end of the day).
6.3.2 Irradiation Sensor To avoid overloading the internal relay, it must be ensured
that the external load does not exceed the capability of
The irradiation measurement is read out via the display or the internal relay (refer to 11.7 Auxiliary Interface Specifi-
web interface and/or communication (logging). The cations). For loads exceeding the internal relay capability,
supported irradiation sensor type is passive with a max. an auxiliary contactor must be used.
output voltage of 150 mV. For layout of the irradiation
sensor terminal block, reference is made to the overview of
Peripheral Units. For detailed specifications reference is
made to 11.6 Mains Circuit Specifications. For setup,
support, sensitivity, adjustment and more, see 6 Connection
of Peripheral Units for instructions.
6.3.3 Energy Meter Sensor (S0)
The energy meter input is read out via the display or web
interface and communication (logging). The supported
energy meter is supported according to EN62053-31 Annex
D. S0 is a logical count input.
To change the S0 calibration parameter, first enter the new

setting, then restart the inverter to activate the change.
For layout of the S0 terminal block, see Illustration 6.2. For

detailed specifications reference is made to 11.7 Auxiliary
Interface Specifications. For setup, support, pulses per kWh
and more, see 6 Connection of Peripheral Units for
instructions.
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6.5 GSM Modem

For wireless communication, a GSM modem is available.
6 6
Illustration 6.9 Placement of GSM Modem and GSM Antenna
1 Communication board
2 GSM modem
3 External mounting position for GSM antenna
4 GSM antenna, internal mounting
For more details, refer to the GSM Manual.
6.6 Ethernet Communication

The Ethernet communication is used when applying the
master inverter functionality via the web interface of the
TLX Pro and TLX Pro+ variants.
For layout of the Ethernet Interface, see 11.7 Auxiliary
Interface Specifications and 11.7.1 Network Topology.
TLX and TLX+
For service purposes, Ethernet communication can be used
to access the service web interface.
6.7 RS-485 Communication

RS-485 communication is used for communication with
accessories and for service purposes.
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User Interface
7 User Interface
F1 View 1/View 2 - Screen

F2 Status Menu
7.1 Integrated Display Unit
F3 Production Log Menu
NOTE F4 Setup Menu
The display activates up to 10 seconds after power up. NOTE

When an F-key is selected the LED above it will light up.
The integrated display on the inverter front gives the user
access to information about the PV system and the Home Return to View Screen
inverter. OK Enter/select
Arrow up A step up/increase value
The display has two modes: Arrow Down A step down/decrease value
Arrow Right Moves cursor right
1. Normal: The display is in use.
Arrow Left Moves cursor left
2. Power saving: After 10 min. of no display activity
Back Return/de-select
the back light of the display turns off to save
On - Green LED On/flashing=On grid/Connecting
power. Re-activate the display by pressing any
Alarm - Red LED Flashing=Fail safe
key
The inverter is configured as master.
Icons can be found in the top right
7 7
corner.*
The inverter is connected to a master.
Icons can be found in the top right
corner.*

*TLX Pro and TLX Pro+ only.
NOTE
The contrast level of the display can be altered by pressing
the arrow up/down button while holding down the F1
button.
The menu structure is divided into four main sections
1. View - presents a short list of information, read

only.
2. Status - shows inverter parameter readings, read
only.
3. Production log - shows logged data.
4. Setup - shows configurable parameters, read/
write.
See the following sections for more detailed information.
Three predefined security levels filter user access to menus
and options.
Security levels
Illustration 7.1 Overview of Display Buttons and Functionality
• Level 0: End-user, no password is needed
• Level 1: Installer/service technician
• Level 2: Installer/service technician (extended)
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User Interface
When logged on as Admin via the web interface, access is • When the service task is complete, log off at
at security level 0. Subsequent user accounts created [Setup→Security].
provide access to a predefined subset of menus, according
to user profile.
• The web interface automatically logs off the user
after 10 minutes of inactivity.
Define user profile at [Plant→Setup→Web Server→Profiles]
Security levels are similar in the inverter display and the

Access to levels 1 and 2 requires a service logon,
web interface.
comprising a user ID and a password.
A security level grants access to all menu items at the
• The service logon provides direct access to a same level, and to all menu items of a lower security level.
specific security level for the duration of the Throughout the manual, a [0], [1] or [2] inserted after the
current day. menu item indicates the minimum security level required
for access.
• Obtain the service logon from Danfoss.
• Enter the logon via the web interface logon

dialog.
7.1.1 View
Parameter Description
[0] Mode: On grid Displays present inverter mode. See 2.3.3 Definition of Operation Modes.
7 7 [0] Prod. today: 12345 kWh

[0] Power output: 12345 W
Energy production today in kWh. Value from inverter or S0 energy-meter
Current output power in Watt
[0] [ --- utilization bar --- ] Shows level of inverter utilization as % of max. utilization
Table 7.2 Menu Structure - View
7.1.2 View 2
Pressing F1 once more will result in the following screen

being shown
Parameter Description
Indicates whether or not any grid management measures are in effect.
[0] Grid mgmt
Only visible if enabled by the current grid code.
[0] Performance ratio: 87 %* Performance ratio is shown if irradiation sensor is available (local or master)
[0] Total CO2 saved: 123 T* Lifetime CO2 emission saved, calculated using configured value
[0] Total revenue: 234.5 Euro * Lifetime revenue, calculated using configured value
Table 7.3 Menu Structure - View 2

* For TLX Pro only.
7.1.3 Status
Display Functions Description

[0] Ambient Conditions Only applicable if sensors are connected
[0] Irradiance: 1400 W/m2 Irradiance as detected by sensor. NC if not connected
[0] PV module temp: 100 oC PV module temperature as detected by sensor. NC if not connected
[0] Ambient temp: 20oC Ambient temperature as detected by sensor. NC if not connected
[0] Irr. sensor temp: 32 oC Irradiation sensor temperature as detected by sensor. NC if not connected
[0] Photovoltaic
[0] Present values
[0] PV input 1
[0] Voltage: 1000 V Voltage detected at PV input 1
[0] Current: 15.0 A Current detected at PV input 1
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[0] Power 10000 W Power detected at PV input 1
[0] PV input 2
[0] Voltage: 1000 V
[0] Current: 15.0 A
[0] Power 10000 W
[0] PV input 3 Not visible if inverter only has 2 PV inputs.
[0] Voltage: 1000 V
[0] Current: 15.0 A
[0] Power 10000 W
[1] Maximum values
[1] PV input 1
[1] Voltage: 1000 V
[1] Current: 15.0 A
[1] Power 10000 W
[1] PV input 2
[1] Voltage: 1000 V
[1] Current: 15.0 A
[1] Power 10000 W
[1] PV input 3 Not visible if inverter only has 2 PV inputs.
[1] Voltage: 1000 V
[1] Current: 15.0 A
7 7
[1] Power 10000 W
[0] Insulation Resistance
[0] Resistance: 45 MΩ PV insulation resistance at start-up
[1] Minimum: 45 MΩ
[1] Maximum: 45 MΩ
[0] PV Input Energy
[0] Total: 1234567 kWh Daily production of all PV input
[0] PV1: 123434 kWh Daily production of PV input 1
[0] PV2: 123346 kWh Daily production of PV input 2
[0] PV3: 123345 kWh Daily production of PV input 3. Not visible if inverter only has 2 PV inputs.
[0] PV Configuration
Configuration of PV input 1. The configuration is only shown when the inverter is
[0] PV input 1:
in Connecting or On grid mode.
[0] PV input 2:
[0] PV input 3: Not visible if inverter only has 2 PV inputs.
[0] AC grid
[0] Present Values
[0] Phase 1
[0] Voltage: 250 V Voltage on phase 1
[1] 10 min. mean: 248 V Average voltage sampled over 10 min. on phase 1
[1] L1-L2: 433 V Phase to phase voltage
[0] Current: 11.5 A Current on phase 1
[1] DC-cont of current: 125 mA DC content of AC-grid current on phase 1
[0] Frequency: 50 Hz Frequency on phase 1
[0] Power: 4997 W Power on phase 1
[1] Apparent P. (S): 4999 VA Apparent power (S) on phase 1
[1] Reactive P. (Q): 150 VAr Reactive power (Q) on phase 1
[0] Phase 2
[0] Voltage: 250 V
[1] 10 min. mean: 248 V
[1] L2-L3: 433 V
[0] Current: 11.5 A
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[1] DC-cont of current: 125 mA
[0] Frequency: 50 Hz
[0] Power: 4997 W
[1] Apparent P. (S): 4999 VA
[1] Reactive P. (Q): 150 VAr
[0] Phase 3
[0] Voltage: 250 V
[1] 10 min. mean: 248 V
[1] L3-L1: 433 V
[0] Current: 11.5 A
[1] DC-cont of current: 125 mA
[0] Frequency: 50 Hz
[0] Power: 4997 W
[1] Apparent P. (S): 4999 VA
[1] Reactive P. (Q): 150 VAr
[1] Maximum values of AC Maximum values registered
[1] Phase 1
[1] Voltage: 250 V
[1] Current: 11.5 A
7 7 [1] Power: 4997 W
[1] Phase 2
[1] Voltage: 250 V
[1] Current: 11.5 A
[1] Power: 4997 W
[1] Phase 3
[1] Voltage: 250 V
[1] Current: 11.5 A
[1] Power: 4997 W
[0] Residual Current Monitor
[0] Current: 350 mA
[1] Maximum value: 350 mA
[0] Grid management
[0] Apparent power (S)
[0] Max. power (S): 15000 VA
[0] Active power (P)
[0] Lim. type: Off
[0] Max. power (P): 15000 W
[0] PLA: 100% Only shown if Limit type is “Off”
[0] Reactive power (Q)
Even though the inverter is configured to run PF(P) or Q(U) it will display
[0] Setpoint type: Off
Constant PF or Constant Q respectively.
The real-time value of the setpoint for reactive power, the unit depends on the
[0] Value: -
selected setpoint type.
[0] Inverter
[0] Country: Germany
[0] Grid: Medium-voltage
[1] DC-bus voltages
[1] Upper: 400 V
[1] Max upper: 500 V
[1] Lower: 400 V
[1] Max lower: 500 V
[0] Internal Conditions
[0] Power module 1: 100 oC Temperature detected at the power module
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[1] Power module 2: 100 oC
[0] PCB 1 (Aux): 100 oC Temperature detected at the PCB
[1] PCB 2 (Ctrl): 100 oC
[1] PCB 3 (Pow): 100 oC

[0] Fan 1: 6000 RPM Speed of the fan
[1] Fan 2: 6000 RPM
[1] Fan 3: 6000 RPM
[1] Fan 4: 6000 RPM
[1] Max values
[1] PCB 1 (Aux): 100 oC
[1] PCB 2 (Ctrl): 100 oC
[1] PCB 3 (Pow): 100 oC
[0] Serial no. and SW ver.
[0] Inverter
7 7
[0] Prod- and serial number:
[0] 123A4567 Inverter product number
[0] 123456A789 Inverter serial number
[0] Software version: Inverter software version
[0] MAC address: The MAC address of the communication board
[0] ...
[0] Control board
[0] Part-and serial number:
[0] 123A4567 Control board part number
[0] 123456A789 Control board serial number
[0] Software version: Control board software version
[1] Operating time: 1h
[0] Power board
[0] 123A4567 Power board part number
[0] 123456A789 Power board serial number
[0] AUX board
[0] 123A4567 Aux board part number
[0] 123456A789 Aux board serial number
[0] Communication board
[0] 123A4567 Communication board part number
[0] 123456A789 Communication board serial number
[0] Software version: Communication board software version
[0] Func. Safety Processor
[0] Software version: Functional Safety processor software version
[0] Display
[0] Software version: Display software version
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[0] Upload status
[0] Upload status: Off Current upload status
[0]* Signal strength: Signal strength. Should preferably be between 16-31. '-' Indicates no signal
[0]* GSM status: None Current GSM network status
[0]* Network: Network to which the modem is connected
[0] Failed uploads: 0 Number of consecutive failed uploads
[0] Last error: 0 Last error ID, see the GSM Manual for further assistance
[0] - Time and date of last error
[0] Last upload:
[0] - Time and date of last successful upload
Table 7.4 Menu Structure - Status

* Visible when communication channel is set to GSM.
7.1.4 Production Log

[0] Total production: Total production since installation of inverter
123456 kWh
7 7 [0] Total operating time:

137h
Total operating time since installation of inverter
[0] Production log

[0] This week Production from this week
[0] Monday: 37 kWh Production from one day shown in kWh
[0] Tuesday: 67 kWh
[0] Wednesday: 47 kWh
[0] Thursday: 21 kWh
[0] Friday: 32 kWh
[0] Saturday: 38 kWh
[0] Sunday: 34 kWh
[0] Past 4 weeks
[0] This week: 250 kWh Production from this week shown in kWh
[0] Last Week: 251 kWh
[0] 2 Weeks ago: 254 kWh
[0] This year
[0] January: 1000 kWh Production from one month shown in kWh
[0] February: 1252 kWh
[0] March: 1254 kWh
[0] April: 1654 kWh
[0] May: 1584 kWh
[0] June: 1587 kWh
[0] July: 1687 kWh
[0] August: 1685 kWh
[0] September: 1587 kWh
[0] October: 1698 kWh
[0] November: 1247 kWh
[0] December: 1247 kWh
[0] Past years Yearly production, up to 20 years back
[0] This year: 10000 kWh Production from this year shown in kWh
[0] Last year: 10000 kWh
[0] 2 years ago: 10000 kWh
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[0] 20 years ago: 10000 kWh
...
[0] Irradiation log Only visible if it contains non-zero values
[0] This week Irradiation from this week
[0] Monday: 37 kWh/m2 Irradiation from one day shown in kWh/m2
[0] Tuesday: 45 kWh/m2
[0] Wednesday: 79 kWh/m2
[0] Thursday: 65 kWh/m2
[0] Friday: 88 kWh/m2
[0] Saturday: 76 kWh/m2
[0] Sunday: 77 kWh/m2
[0] Past 4 weeks Irradiation from this week shown in kWh/m2
[0] This week: 250 kWh/m2
[0] Last week: 320 kWh/m2
[0] 2 weeks ago: 450 kWh/m2
[0] This year
[0] January: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] February: 1000 kWh/m2
Irradiation from one month shown in kWh/m2
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[0] March: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] April: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] May: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] June: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] July: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] August: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] September: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] October: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] November: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] December: 1000 kWh/m2
[0] Past years Yearly irradiation up to 20 years back are shown
[0] This year: 10000 kWh/m2
[0] Last year: 10000 kWh/m2
[0] 2 years ago: 10000 kWh/m2
...
[0] Time stamps
[0] Installed: 30-12-99 Date of first grid connection
[0] Power down: 21:00:00 When the inverter last changed to operation mode off grid
[0] Prod. initiated: 06:00:00 When the inverter last changed to operation mode on grid
[0] De-rating
[0] Total de-rate: 0 h Period of time the inverter has limited power production in total
[1] Grid voltage: 0 h Period of time the inverter has limited power production due to grid voltage
[1] Grid current: 0 h Period of time the inverter has limited power production due to grid current
[1] Grid power: 0 h Period of time the inverter has limited power production due to grid power
[1] PV current: 0 h Period of time the inverter has limited power production due to PV current
Period of time the inverter has limited power production due to excessive temper-
[1] Temperature: 0 h
atures
Period of time the inverter has limited power production due to frequency support.
[0] Freq. stabiliza.: 0 h
Only visible if enabled by the current grid code.
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Period of time the inverter has limited power production due to Power level
[0] Pwr level adjust: 0 h
adjustment. Only visible if enabled by the current grid code.
[0] Reactive Power: 0 h Due to reactive energy support
Only visible if the current grid code is an MV country or custom, and in TLX+ and TLX
[0] Reactive Power
Pro+ variants.
[0] Reactive Energy (underexcited):
1000 000 VArh
[0] Reactive Energy (overexcited):
1000 000 VArh
[0] Event log
[0] Latest event: The latest event is displayed. The number is used for service purposes.
0 Zero indicates no error.
[0] Last 20 events The latest 20 events are displayed
[0] 1 : 29-01-2009 14:33:28 Date and time of the event
[0] Grid 29 off Group - ID - Status of event
[0] 2: 29-01-2009 14:33:27
[0] Grid 29 on
...
[0] 20:
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7.1.5 Setup

[0] Relay Set relay functionality to either Alarm or Self-consumption
[0] Function: Alarm Default setting of Function
[0] Stop Alarm Stop alarm
[0] Test Alarm Includes testing red LED on front
[0] Alarm state: Disabled
[0] Alarm time-out: 60 s Alarm time limit. If 0, the alarm will be active until fixed
[0] Function: Self-consumption
[0] Power level Minimum level to activate self-consumption
[0] Duration Duration of power level to activate self-consumption
[0] Trigger time Hour of day to activate self-consumption
[0] Setup details
[2] Country: Germany
[2] Grid: Medium-voltage
[2] Safety affecting settings Settings that have influence in functional safety
[2] 10 min. mean voltage
[2] Avg. voltage limit: 253 V Upper 10 min. average voltage limit
Maximum amount of time before the inverter must disconnect from the grid
[2] Time to disconnect: 200 ms
due to too high avg voltage
[2] ROCOF ROCOF: Rate of Change of Frequency
[2] ROCOF limit: 2.50 Hz/s
[2] Time to discon.: 1000 ms
[1] PV Configuration See 5.6 Parallel PV String Configuration
[1] Mode: Automatic May be changed to Manual if the automatic PV configuration is to be
overridden
[1] PV input 1: Automatic
[1] Force inverter power up Turns on grid supply to CTRL board
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[0] Inverter details
[0] Inverter name: The inverter's name. Max. 15 characters
Danfoss Max. 15 characters and not only numbers
[0] Group name:* The name of the group the inverter is part of
[0] Group 1* Max. 15 characters.
[0] Master mode*
[0] Master mode: Enabled*
[0] Network* Only visible if Master mode is enabled.
[0] Initiate network scan*
[0] Scan progress: 0%*
[0] Inverters found: 0*
[0] Plant name: The name of the plant. Max. 15 characters.
plant name
[1] Reset max. values
[1] Set date and time
[1] Date: dd.mm.yyyy (30.12.2002) Set the current date
[1] Time: hh.mm.ss (13.45.27) Set the current time
[0] Calibration
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[0] PV array
[0] PV input 1: 6000 W
[0] PV 1 area: 123 m2
[0] PV input 2 : 6000 W
[0] PV 2 area: 123 m2
[0] PV input 3: 6000 W Not visible if inverter only has 2 PV inputs.
[0] PV 3 area: 123 m2 Not visible if inverter only has 2 PV inputs.
[0] Irradiation sensor
[0] Scale (mV/1000 W/m2): 75 Sensor calibration
[0] Temp. coeff: 0.06 %/oC Sensor calibration
[0] Temp. sensor offset
[0] PV module temp: 2 oC Sensor calibration (offset)
[0] Ambient Temp: 2o C Sensor calibration (offset)
[0] S0 sensor input
[0] Scale (pulses/kWh): 1000 Sensor calibration. See note
[0] Environment*
[0] CO2 emission factor:* Value to be used for total CO2 saved calculation
[0] 0.5 kg/kWh*
[0] Remuneration per kWh:* Value to be used for total revenue calculation
[0] 44.42 ct/kWh*
A value used as an offset from the current production value when calculating
[0] Yield start count: 1000 kWh*
the yield.
[0] Communication setup
[0] RS485 setup
[0] Network: 15
[0] Subnet: 15
[0] Address: 255
[0] IP Setup
[0] IP config: Automatic
[0] IP address:
[0] 192.168.1.191
[0] Subnet mask:
[0] 255.255.255.0
[0] Default gateway:
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[0] 192.168.1.1
[0] DNS server:
[0]123.123.123.123
[0] GPRS connection setup
[0] SIM PIN code: 0000 4-8 characters
[0] Access point name:
name Max. 24 characters
[0] User name:
user Max. 24 characters
[0] Password:
password Max. 24 characters
[0] Roaming: Disabled
[0] Data warehouse service
[0] Start log upload Requires data from at least 10 min. of energy production
[0] Upload internal: Never
Hourly
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
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www.inverterdata.com
[0] D.W server port: 21
[0] D.W. server user name: Default serial number of the inverter
user User name for Data warehouse account, max. 20 chars.
[0] D.W server password
password Password for Data warehouse account, max 20 chars.
[0] Communication channel :
[0] Communication channel: GSM
[0] Autotest Initiate autotest, only applicable with grid code; Italy
[0] Status: Off
[0] Ugrid: 234 V Only visible during voltage tests
[0] Utest: 234 V Only visible during voltage tests
[0] Fgrid: 50.03 Hz Only visible during frequency tests
[0] Ftest: 50.03 Hz Only visible during frequency tests
[0] Disconnection time: 53 ms Not visible in Off and Completed OK states
[0] Logging
[0] Interval: 10 min The interval between each logging
[0] Logging capacity:
[0] 10 Days
[1] Delete event log
[1] Delete production log
[1] Delete irradiation log
[1] Delete data log
[0] Web Server*
[0] Reset password* Resets the password of the Web Server to its default value.
[1] Service*
[1] Store settings* Store inverter settings and data in the display of the inverter.
[1] Restore settings* Restore all inverter settings and data stored in the display of the inverter.
Replicate all inverter settings to all other known inverters in the network. Only
[1] Replicate settings*
visible if master mode is enabled.
[1] Restart comm. board
[1] Restart control board
[1] Grid management
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[1] Apparent power (S)
[1] Max. power (S): 15000 VA
[1] Active power (P)
[1] Lim. type: Off When using remotely controlled PLA set this selection to 'Off'
[1] Max. power: 15000 W Only shown when Limit type is 'Absolute limit'
[1] Percentage: 100.0% Only shown when Limit type is '% of AC power' or '% of inst. PV'
[1] Reactive power (Q)
[1] Setpoint type: Off Configure PF(P) and Q(U) using the web interface
[1] Off No setpoint
[1] Value: 1.00 Only shown if Set point type is set to 'Const PF' or 'Const Q'
[1] State: Overexcited
[1] Output power limit
[1] Lim. type** Absolute limit
Pct. based on PV (installed PV)
Pct. based on ACP (AC power rating)
PLA
[1] Max. power
[0] Security
[0] Password: 0000 Password
[0] Security level: 0
[0] Log out
Current security level
Log out to security level 0
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[0] Service logon Only to be used by authorised service personnel
[0] User name:
[0] user name
[0] Password:
[0] password
Table 7.6 Menu Structure - Setup

*) For TLX Pro only.
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7.2 Overview of Event Log event is no longer active. Note that several entries
registered at the same time may be present. This, however,
The event log menu found under Log displays the last does not mean that the inverter experienced all registered
event which has occurred. events. Some of the events may be a result of the original
Latest event event.
Example: The latest event is of type “Grid” and the specific
event ID is “29”. This can be used to diagnose the
problem. See 12 Appendix A - Event List for more 7.3 Peripheral Units Setup
information on specific events. When an event is cleared,
'Latest event' is set to 0.
7.3.1 Sensor Setup
This section describes the final step of configuring the

sensor inputs using the display or the web interface. Go to
the Calibration menu under Setup [Setup → Calibration]
and choose the sensor to be configured.
Temperature Sensor
The temperature sensor inputs for the PV module
temperature and the ambient temperature may be
calibrated using an offset ranging from -5.0 to 5.0 °C. Enter
the correct values for the sensors under the Temp. sensor
7 7 offset menu [Setup → Calibration → Temp. sensor offset].
Irradiation Sensor (Pyranometer)

In order to use an irradiation sensor, the scale and
Illustration 7.2 Latest Event temperature coefficient of the sensor must be entered.
Enter the correct values for the sensor at [Setup →
Calibration → Irradiation sensor].
Last 20 events:
The event log menu contains the submenu Last 20 events, Energy Meter (S0 sensor)
which is a log of the last 20 events. In addition to the In order to use an energy meter (S0 sensor), the scale of
information provided by latest event, this log also provides the energy meter must be entered in pulses/kWh. This is
the time and date of the event as well as the status (On/ done under the S0 sensor input menu
Off) of the event. [Setup→Calibration→S0 sensor input]
The relay provides multiple functions. Set the relay to the
function required.
Alarm
By default the alarm functionality is disabled.
To activate the alarm,

- go to [Setup→Relay→Function] and select 'Alarm'
- then go to [Setup→Relay→Alarm state] and select
'Enabled'
The alarm functionality (including the relay) can also be

tested from this menu. If the alarm is triggered, it will
remain active for the period of time defined under Alarm
Illustration 7.3 Past 20 Events
time-out (the value 0 disables the time-out functionality
and the alarm will sound continuously). While the alarm is
active it may be stopped at any time . To stop the alarm
The latest event is shown at the top of the screen. The
go to [Setup→Relay] and select 'Stop alarm'.
event was registered at 14:33:28 on January 29th, 2009.
The event is grid related, the specific ID is 29 and the
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• Stop alarm To select communication channel:
• Test alarm • Use the display of the master inverter.
• Alarm state • Go to [Setup → Communication setup →

Communication channel].
• Alarm time-out
The alarm is activated by any of the following events • Select ‘GSM’ to transmit FTP upload and emails
via the optional GSM modem.
Event ID Description • Select ‘Local network’ to transmit FTP upload and

40 The AC grid has been out of range for more than 10 emails via Ethernet.
minutes.
115 The insulation resistance between ground and PV is To fully activate email communication or FTP upload,
too low. This will force the inverter to make a new additional configuration is required in the menus [GPRS
measurement after 10 minutes. connection setup] and [Data Warehouse Service].
233-240 Internal memory error
241, 242 Internal communication error Note that when the communication channel is set to 'Not
243, 244 Internal error present', no FTP upload or email transmission will take
251 The functional safety processor has reported Fail safe place, even when parameters are configured correctly in
350-364 An internal error has set the inverter in Fail safe [GPRS connection setup] and [Data Warehouse Service].
Table 7.7 Activation of Alarm 7.3.3 GSM modem

Self-consumption
Refer to the GSM Manual.
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By default the self-consumption functionality is disabled.
To enable self-consumption, go to [Setup→Relay→Function]
and select ‘Self-consumption’ 7.3.4 RS-485 Communication
The configuration of the RS-485 network interface consists

Once enabled, the self-consumption functionality is
of 3 parameters in the menu [Setup→Communications
activated by output power level or a time of day. Set up
the conditions for activation as follows setup→RS-485 setup] (requires a security level 1 or higher)
• Output power level • Network
- Set ‘Power level’ to the desired • Subnet

minimum output power level for • Address
activation of self-consumption. The
default value of ‘Power level’ is 3000 W. NOTE
- Set the ‘Duration’ period. Self- The inverter is pre-configured with a unique RS-485
consumption will activate when output address. If the address is changed manually, ensure that
exceeds the minimum power level, for inverters connected in a network do not have identical
the period defined in ‘Duration’. The addresses.
default value of ‘Duration’ is 1 minute.
The ‘Duration’ function serves to avoid 7.3.5 Ethernet Communication
inappropriate activation of self-
consumption
Refer to the section Auxiliary Interface Specifications for
• Time of day Ethernet communication configuration details.
- Set ‘Trigger time’ to the desired time of
self-consumption activation, in the 7.4 Start-up and Check of Settings
format hh:mm:ss. Self-consumption is
automatically de-activated when the sun 7.4.1 Initial Setup
sets and the inverter disconnects from
the grid. The inverter is shipped with a predefined set of settings
for different grids. All grid specific limits are stored in the
7.3.2 Communication Channel inverter and must be selected at installation. It is always
possible to see the applied grid limits in the display. The
Selection of a communication channel is the first step in inverter accounts for daylight saving automatically.
configuration of email transmission and FTP upload.
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After installation, check all cables and then close the Set time as prompted by the display. Press 'OK' to select
inverter. number. Press ‘▲’ to scroll up through the numbers. Select
Turn on AC at the mains switch. by pressing 'OK'.
The clock is 24-hour format.
Follow the setup wizard in the display, or, alternatively, set
up the inverter via the web interface. NOTE
It is very important to set the time and date accurately as
When prompted by the display select language. This the inverter uses this for logging. If an incorrect time/date
selection has no influence on the operating parameters of is accidentally set, correct it immediately in the set date
the inverter and is not a grid code selection. and time menu [Setup → Inverter details → Set date and
time].
7 7
Illustration 7.4 Select Language

Illustration 7.6 Set Date
The language is set to English at initial start-up. To change

this setting press the OK button. Press ‘▼’ to scroll down Set date as prompted by the display. Press 'OK' to select.
through the languages. Select language by pressing ‘OK’. Press ‘▲’ to scroll up through the numbers. Select by
pressing 'OK'.
NOTE
To use the default language (English) simply press the 'OK'
button twice to select and accept.
Illustration 7.7 Installed PV Power
Illustration 7.5 Set Time Enter the amount of installed PV power for each of the PV
inputs. When two or more PV inputs are connected in
parallel, each PV input in the parallel group must be set to
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the total amount of PV power installed to that group

divided by the number of parallel inputs. See Table 7.8.
Illustration 7.10 Confirm Grid Code Selection
Illustration 7.8 Select Country Confirm the choice by selecting the grid code again and
press 'OK’. The settings for the chosen grid code have now
been activated.
Select the country in which the inverter is installed. Press 7 7
'▼' to scroll down the list of countries. To select a country,
press 'OK'.
CAUTION
Correct selection of grid code is essential to comply with
local and national standards.
NOTE
If the two grid code selections do not match they will be
cancelled and it will be necessary to redo the selections. If
an incorrect grid code is accidentally accepted at the first
selection, simply accept the “Grid: Undefined” in the
confirm grid code screen. This will cancel the country
selection and a new selection is possible.
NOTE
If an incorrect grid code is selected twice, call service.
The inverter will start automatically if sufficient solar

radiation is available. The start-up will take a few minutes.
Illustration 7.9 Select Grid Code
During this period, the inverter will carry out a self-test.
The display will now show “Select grid”. The grid code is
set to “undefined” at initial start-up. To select grid code,
press 'OK'. Press ‘▼’ to scroll down through the list of
countries. Select the grid code for the installation by
pressing ‘OK’. It is very important that the correct grid
code is chosen.
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“Installed PV power” to be mode→Network]. This will show all inverters connected to

Actual Configuration
programmed the master inverter.
PV1, PV2 and PV3 are all set into
individual mode. The nominal PV NOTE
power installed are:
PV 1: 6000 W PV 1: 6000 W Only 1 master per network is possible.
PV 2: 6000 W PV 2: 6000 W
PV 3: 3000 W
PV1 and PV2 are set into parallel
PV
PV
3:
1:
3000
5000
W
W
NOTE
mode and have a total of 10 kW PV PV 2: 5000 W The master inverter can operate in a network of up to 99
power installed. PV3 is set into PV 3: 4000 W follower inverters.
individual mode and has nominal 4
kW PV power.
PV1 and PV2 are set into parallel PV 1: 5500 W
mode and have a total of 11 kW PV PV 2: 5500 W
power installed. PV3 is set to ‘Off’ PV 3: 0 W
and has no PV installed.
Table 7.8 Examples of Installed PV Power
7.5 Master Mode

The TLX Pro and TLX Pro+ inverters include a Master mode
feature that allows one inverter to be appointed as master
7 7 inverter. From the web interface of the master inverter, it

is possible to access any inverter in the network from one
single point using a standard web browser. The master
inverter can act as a datalogger, collecting data from all
inverters in the network. These data can be displayed
graphically from the web interface of the master inverter,
or the data can also be uploaded to external webportals or
exported directly to a PC. The master inverter is also able
to replicate settings and data to the other TLX Pro and TLX
Pro+ inverters in the network, enabling easy commis-
sioning and data management of larger networks.
Illustration 7.11 Master Mode
To enable Master mode go to the Inverter details menu

[Setup→Inverter details→Master mode] and set Master
mode to Enabled. Ensure that no other master inverters are
present in the network prior to carrying out this action.
When Master mode is enabled, it is possible to initiate a
network scan [Setup→Inverter details→Master
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8 Web Server Quick Guide
5. Type http://invertername in the address field:

CAUTION
All inverters connected to the internet through Ethernet • Find the serial number on the product
must be behind a firewall. label, located on the side of the
housing.
8.1 Introduction • 'Invertername' is the final 10 digits of

the serial number (1).
These instructions describe the TLX Pro web interface, *) Only works for Windows 95 and XP. For MAC and Windows
which facilitates remote access to the inverter. 7 (and newer), the setup wizard in the display must be used
The Web Server is available in TLX Pro and TLX Pro+ for initial start-up of the inverter.
inverters only.
Refer to the download area at www.danfoss.com/solar for
the newest instructions.
8.2 Supported Characters

For all language versions, the web interface software
supports characters compatible with Unicode.
For plant, group and inverter name, only the following

characters are supported: 8 8
Letters abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
Capital letters ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
Numbers 0123456789
Special characters - _.
Table 8.1 Supported Characters Illustration 8.1 Product Label
NOTE
No spaces are allowed in inverter name. 6. At initial start-up, the inverter runs a setup
wizard.
8.3 Access and Initial Setup
8.3.1 Access via PC Ethernet Interface
Setup Sequence:
1. Select which inverter will be set up as master

(usually the one connected to the PC or closest
to the router (in a daisy chain) + sensors
connected).
2. Open the cover of this inverter. Refer to the TLX
Series Installation Manual for instructions.
3. Connect the inverter RJ-45 interface to the PC
Ethernet interface using a patch cable (network
cable cat5e, crossed or straight through).
4. On the PC, wait until Windows*) reports limited
connectivity (if no DHCP is present). Open the
internet browser and ensure pop-ups are
enabled.
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8.4 Operation
8.4.1 Web Interface Structure
The web interface overview is structured as follows.
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Illustration 8.2 Overview
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1. Plant name: Displays the current plant name: NOTE

• Click on the plant name to display the The content of the main menu changes depending on
plant view. which view is currently selected: the plant, a group of
inverters or an individual inverter. The active view is
• Change the plant name at [Setup→Plant
indicated by text in red.
details].
2. Group menu: Displays groups of inverters:
• Inverters join group 1 by default
• Click on a group name to display the

group view, and a list of inverters in the
group.
• Change the group name via

[Setup→Inverter details] in the inverter
view.
3. Group members: Displays the inverter names in
the group currently selected. The default inverter
name is based on the serial number (see
8.3 Access and Initial Setup):
• Click on an inverter name to display the

inverter view.
• Change the name of the inverter via

[Setup→Inverter details] in the inverter
view. 8 8
4. Main menu: This menu corresponds to the
inverter display main menu.
5. Sub menu: The sub menu corresponds to the
main menu item currently selected. All sub menu
items belonging to a particular main menu item
are displayed here.
6. Content area: The web interface main menu and
sub menus are identical to the menus in the
inverter display. The sub menu content displayed
here corresponds to the sub menu selected:
[Overview]. On some pages, a horizontal menu is
provided for improved readability.
7. Footer: Options on the footer bar:
• Language: Opens a pop-up window.

Click on the country flag to change the
language of the web interface to the
desired language for the active session.
• Contact: Opens a pop-up window which

displays Danfoss contact information.
• Logout: Opens the log in / log out

dialog box.
• Security level: Displays the current

security level as explained in
7.1.1 Security Levels.
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8.4.2 Plant, Group and Inverter Views
The overview screens for plant view, group view, and

inverter view display the same overall status information.
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Illustration 8.3 Plant View
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Item Unit View Description

Plant and Inverter
Group
Overall plant status - x Red: Plant PR <50%, or:

Any inverter in the network
- in fail safe mode, or
- missing from the scan list, no contact with the master
Yellow: Any inverter in the network
- with PR <70%, or
- in Connecting or Off grid mode
Green: Plant PR ≥70%, and
- all inverters with PR ≥70%, and
- all inverters in On grid mode
x Red: Inverter PR <50%, or inverter has an error
Yellow: Inverter PR between 51% and 70%, or inverter in Connecting mode
Green: No errors, and
- inverter PR ≥70%, and
- inverter in On grid mode
Current production kW x x Real time energy production level
Yield today kWh x x Cumulative yield for the day
Total revenue Euro x x Cumulative revenue earned since initial startup
Total CO2 saving kg x x Cumulative CO2 saved since initial startup
Performance ratio % x x Real time performance ratio
Total yield kWh x x Cumulative yield since initial startup 8 8
Power limit adjustment % x Power limit as % of nominal inverter AC output rating
Table 8.2 Plant Overview
NOTE
To calculate performance ratio (PR), an irradiation sensor is
required, go to [Setup → Calibration].
8.5 Additional Information

Refer to the TLX Series Web Server User Manual to learn
more about:
• Inverter start-up and check of settings
• Messaging
• Graphs
• Remote access
• Web portal upload
• Logging capacity and changing the logging

interval
• Settings backup and restore
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9 Ancillary Services
To compensate for this a generator exchanging reactive

power operates either at a lagging power factor, also
9.1 Introduction known as over-excited, or at a leading power factor, also
Ancillary services comprise inverter functionalities which known as under-excited.
aid transport of power on grids and contribute to grid
stability. The ancillary services required for a particular PV The technical definition of reactive power:
system are determined by the point of common coupling - Active power (P) measured in Watts [W]
(PCC) and the grid type to which the system is connected.
- Reactive power (Q) measured in volt-ampere
The PCC is the point where the PV system is connected to
reactive [VAr]
the public electricity grid.
- Apparent power (S) is the vector-sum of P and Q
In residential installations, the domestic circuits and the and is measured in volt-ampere [VA]
solar inverters are usually connected to the grid at one - φ is the angle between current and voltage and
common point. The installation becomes part of the low- thus between P and S
voltage (LV) distribution system. Commercial installations
are normally larger and therefore connected to the
150AA054.11
medium-voltage (MV) system. Large-scale commercial
systems, such as power plants, can be connected to the A]
high-voltage (HV) grid. S [V Q [VAr]
Each of the power systems has individual ancillary service φ

requirements. Depending on the location and the DNO, P [W]
some of these services will be mandatory and others are
9 9
Illustration 9.1 Reactive Power
optional. Mandatory requirements are automatically
configured through the selected grid code. Optional
services are configured by the installer during commis-
In the inverter, the reactive power is defined either as:
sioning.
- Q: The amount of reactive power as a percentage
Grid support can be divided into the following main of the nominal apparent power of the inverter.
groups, which will be covered in subsequent sections: - PF, Power Factor*): The ratio between P and S (P/
S), also referred to as: Cos(φ).
• Dynamic Network Support
• Active Power Control

*) Displacement Power Factor at fundamental frequency.
• Reactive Power Control
9.1.1 Active/Reactive Power Theory
The principle in generating reactive power is that the

phases between the voltage and the current are shifted in
a controlled way.
Reactive power cannot transport consumable energy, but it
generates losses in power lines and transformers and is
normally unwanted.
Reactive loads can be either capacitive or inductive in
nature, depending on the current leads or lags in relation
to the voltage.
Utility companies have an interest in controlling reactive
power in their grids, for example in:
• Compensation for inductive loading by injection

of capacitive reactive power
• Voltage control
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9.2 Ancillary Services Overview

The following table outlines the individual ancillary
services.
Danfoss5 Grid management
Remotely controlled active CLX Home GM2 CLX GM4
power /PLA CLX Standard GM3 CLX Home GM2
CLX Standard GM3
Remotely controlled reactive - CLX Home GM2 CLX GM4
power CLX Standard GM3 CLX Home GM2
CLX Standard GM3
Dynamic reactive power - ✓ - ✓
(PF(P)
Dynamic reactive power Q(U) - ✓
Constant reactive power PF - CLX Home GM2 - ✓4
and Q CLX Standard GM3
Fixed active power (P) limit ✓
Fixed apparent power (S) ✓
limit
Closed loop reactive power - ✓6 - ✓6
control
Open loop reactive power - CLX Home2 - ✓4
control CLX Standard GM3
Table 9.1 Grid Management

1) Max. 50 inverters per network. Zero Current Setting 9 9
For special requirements from the DNO, a zero current
2) Max. 3 inverters per network. 'LVRT' option is available. It provides no current in fault
ride through situations.
4) Ethernet, max. 100 inverters per network. The inverter has a high immunity against voltage distur-
bances as depicted in 9.3.1 Example - Germany MV.
5) Or by other third-party products, via RS-485.
6) By third-party product. 9.3.1 Example - Germany MV

NOTE How FRT works
Check local legal requirements before changing settings Illustration 9.2 shows the requirements to be followed by
for ancillary services. FRT. This example is for German medium-voltage grids.
• Above line 1
For voltages above line 1, the inverter must not
9.3 Dynamic Network Support disconnect from the grid during FRT, under any
The grid voltage usually has a smooth waveform, but circumstances.
occasionally the voltage drops or disappears for several • Area A
milliseconds. This is often due to short-circuit of overhead The inverter must not disconnect from grid, for
lines, or caused by operation of switchgear or similar in voltages below line 1 and left of line 2. In some
the high-voltage transmission lines. In such cases the cases the DNO permits a short-duration discon-
inverter can continue to supply power to the grid using nection, in which case the inverter must be back
fault ride through (FRT) functionality. on grid within 2 seconds.
Continuous power supply to the grid is essential:
• Area B
- to help prevent a complete voltage black-out and
stabilise the voltage in the grid.
- to increase the energy delivered to the AC grid.
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To the right of line 2, a short-duration discon-

nection from grid is always permitted. The When a short-duration disconnection from grid occurs,
reconnect time and power gradient can be
- the inverter must be back on grid after 2
negotiated with the DNO.
seconds;
• Below line 3
- the active power must be ramped back at a
Below line 3, there is no requirement to remain
minimum rate of 10% of nominal power per
connected to grid.
second.
UGRID[%]
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100
1
90
70
A 2 B
30
3
9 9
0 150 700 1500 Time [ms]
Illustration 9.2 German Example
NOTE Parameter Description

To enable reactive current during FRT, select a medium- FRT upper Upper grid voltage magnitude for
voltage grid code. threshold level engaging a high-voltage FRT
FRT lower threshold Lower grid voltage magnitude for engaging
Parameters related to FRT level a low-voltage FRT
These parameters are set automatically upon selecting the Static reactive Ratio between additional reactive current
grid code. power, k to be injected during the FRT and the
depth of the sag, k= (ΔIB/IN) / (ΔU/U) ≥ 2.0
p.u.
Transition time Duration of period after the sag has
cleared, where reactive current is still
injected.
Table 9.2 Parameters related to FRT
In addition to remaining on grid during the fault, the

inverter can deliver reactive current to support the grid
voltage.
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PNOM
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P
9.4 Active Power Control
The inverter range supports active power control, which is
used to control the active output power of the inverter.
The control methods of the active output power are 1.00
described below.
9.4.1 Fixed Limit 0.48
To ensure that the PV system is not producing more

power than allowed the output power can be limited to a
fixed upper amount set as: 50.2 51.5 f[Hz]
• Absolute value [W] Illustration 9.3 Primary Frequency Control – Ramp Method
• Percentage based on total installed PV power [%]
• Percentage based on nominal AC output power

Primary Frequency control – hysteresis method
[%]
To support grid stabilisation, the inverter reduces output
power if the grid frequency exceeds F1. Reduction occurs
Configuration: at a preconfigured rate, which is the ramp (R) shown in the
To configure fixed limits, security level 1 is required. illustration. The reduced output power limit is maintained
until the grid frequency has decreased to F2. When the
• For all TLX inverters, via the display, navigate to: grid frequency has decreased to F2, the inverter output
[Setup → Grid management → Output power power increases again following a time ramp T. When the
limit] frequency decreases below F2, the inverter reconnects to
grid and ramps up power at the same rate as for the
• For TLX Pro / TLX Pro+, via the web interface,
navigate to:
reduction. If the grid frequency continues to increase, the
inverter disconnects at F3.
9 9
[Inverter level: Setup → Grid Management]
• For TLX / TLX+, via the service interface, navigate

PNOM
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to:
P
[Inverter level: Setup → Grid Management]
9.4.2 Dynamic Value

0.1
The output power is reduced as a variable of the grid
frequency. There are two methods for reducing the output
power: ramp and hysteresis. T
S
H
Primary frequency control – ramp method
The inverter reduces output power if the grid frequency
exceeds F1. Reduction occurs at a preconfigured rate,
which is the ramp (R) shown in the illustration. f2 f1 f[Hz]
When the frequency reaches F2, the inverter disconnects Illustration 9.4 Primary Frequency Control – Hysteresis Method
from grid. When the frequency decreases below F2, the
inverter reconnects to grid and ramps up power at the
same rate as for the reduction. 9.4.3 Remotely Controlled Adjustment of
Output Power Level
The inverter supports remotely controlled adjustment of

the output power level. This is the Power Level Adjustment
function (PLA). The inverter can handle the control of
output power, or it can be handled by CLX monitoring and
grid management products or third-party external device.
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TLX Pro/TLX Pro+: The master inverter uses the DNO signal information to
When using the master functionality of TLX Pro and TLX determine the requested output power level (PLA)
Pro+ to manage the control of the output power level, the commanded by the DNO and communicates this to the
Danfoss CLX GM is required as interface device between followers in the network.
the DNO signal interface (radio receiver) and the inverter.
150AA078.10
1
M F F
Ethernet
Illustration 9.5 Example: Managing Power Using TLX Pro and TLX Pro+
1 DNO interface (radio receiver) external device send PLA commands directly to the
2 Danfoss CLX GM inverter via the RS-485 interface. Each inverter then uses
this information to determine its output power limit. Both
9 9
Danfoss and third-party products are available for external
control (for more information about relevant products, see
TLX/TLX+ with CLX monitoring and grid management the supplier manuals).
products or third-party external device
Based on the input from a DNO signal interface, an CLX
monitoring and grid management products or third-party
150AA079.10
1
RS485
Illustration 9.6 Example: Managing Power Using CLX Monitoring and Grid Management Products or Third-party External Device
1 DNO interface (radio receiver) Configuration

2 CLX monitoring and grid management product or third-party To configure remotely controlled output power, access at
device security level 1 is required.
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Remotely controlled output power is configured in the CLX apparent power (S). The value of constant reactive power
monitoring and grid management product or third-party Q can be set in the range from 60% (under-excited) to
device. See manual for CLX product or third-party party 60% (over-excited). The value can be maintained from 3%
device. of nominal power.
• For TLX Pro/TLX Pro+, via the web interface, Constant Power Factor PF
navigate to: Constant power factor specifies a fixed relation between
[Inverter level: Setup→Grid Management] active and apparent power (P/S), i.e. a fixed Cos (φ). The
power factor PF can be set in the range from: 0.8 under-
excited to 0.8 over-excited. The reactive power generated
9.5 Reactive Power Control by the inverter is thus dependent on the active power
The TLX+ and TLX Pro+ inverters support reactive power generated.
control, which is used to control the reactive output power
of the inverter. The control methods of the reactive output Example:
power are described below. - PF=0.9
- Generated active power (P)=10.0 kW
During Stand-by and Off grid, the control functions for
reactive power cannot be in operation, which results in - Apparent power (S)=10.0/0.9=11.1 kVA
exchange of reactive power: Reactive power (Q)=√(11.1-10.0)=4.8 kVAr
- in Stand-by mode from LCL and EMC filter
components Configuration
To configure constant reactive power, access at security
- in Off grid mode from EMC filter components
level 1 is required.
Main contributor for exchange of reactive power is the LCL
filter. To configure the setpoint of Q or PF, navigate to:
9.5.1 Constant Value • Via the web interface: 9 9

[Plant level: Setup→Grid Management]
The inverter can be set to provide a fixed reactive power
value in one of the following ways: • Via the service web interface:
[Inverter level: Setup→Grid Management]
• Off
• Via the display:
• Constant reactive power Q [Inverter level: Setup→Grid Management]
• Constant power factor PF
9.5.2 Dynamic Value
Off
The inverter will not use any internal setpoint for reactive The dynamic reactive control requires either a TLX+
power, but an external setpoint source can be used. TLX+ inverter with CLX monitoring and grid management
inverters support a number of third-party grid product or third-party device, or a TLX Pro+ inverter.
management units for managing reactive power. Set the
'setpoint type' to “Off”. This will enable the inverter to Setpoint curve PF(P)
accept a setpoint for PF and Q, transmitted via RS-485 The PF(P) curve is either pre-configured in each inverter
from the external source. (via the selected grid code) or configured manually in the
web interface. The PF(P) control is thus operating on
Constant Reactive Power Q inverter level, measuring the output power of the unit and
The inverter will generate a fixed level of reactive power, delivering reactive power accordingly.
specified as a percentage of the inverter’s nominal
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150AA076.10
M F F
1
1 1
Ethernet
Illustration 9.7 Setpoint curve PF(P)
1 Active output power measurement determined by the local utility company and must be
obtained from them. The Q(U) curve is configured on plant
Table 9.5 level. The master measures grid voltage and determines
and delivers reactive P(Q) accordingly. The Q value is sent
Setpoint curve Q(U) to all followers in the network.
The inverter controls reactive power as a function of the
grid voltage U. The values for the setpoint curve are
9 9
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M F F
Ethernet
Illustration 9.8 Setpoint Curve Q(U)
1 Grid-voltage measurement [Plant level: Setup→Grid management]
Table 9.6 • For TLX+ via the service web interface, navigate
to:
Configuration [Inverter level: Setup→Grid management]
To configure variable reactive power, security level 1 is • Via CLX monitoring and grid management
required. product or third-party device: see manual from
external device supplier.
• For TLX Pro+, via the web interface, navigate to:
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9.5.3 Remotely Controlled Adjustment of Danfoss CLX GM is needed as interface device between the
Reactive Power DNO signal interface (radio receiver) and the master
inverter. The master inverter uses the DNO signal
All inverters support remotely controlled adjustment of information to determine the requested reactive power
reactive power. commanded by the DNO and communicates this to the
followers in the network. For more information, see the
TLX Pro+ Danfoss CLX GM User Manual.
When using the master functionality of the TLX Pro+
inverter to manage the control of reactive power, the
150AA078.10
1
M F F
Ethernet
Illustration 9.9 Example: Managing Power Using TLX Pro and TLX Pro+
1 DNO interface (radio receiver) the inverter via the RS-485 interface. Each inverter then
9 9
2 Danfoss CLX GM uses this information to determine its reactive power level.
Both Danfoss and third-party products are available for
Table 9.7 Legend to Illustration 9.9 external control. For more information about relevant
products, see the supplier manuals.
TLX+ with CLX monitoring and grid management product
or third-party device
Based on the input from a DNO signal interface, an

external device sends reactive power commands directly to
150AA079.10
RS485
Illustration 9.10 Example: Managing Power Using External Device
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1 DNO interface (radio receiver)

2 CLX monitoring and grid management product or third-party
device
Configuration
Remotely controlled reactive power is configured in the
CLX monitoring and grid management product or third-
party device: see manual for CLX monitoring and grid
management product or third-party device. Access at
security level 1 is required.
• For TLX Pro+, via the web interface, navigate to:

[Inverter level: Setup→Grid Management]
9.6 Fallback Values

When remotely controlled active power or reactive power
is selected as reference value for the inverter, fixed fallback
values can be used in the event of communication failure:
- between the master inverter and the Danfoss CLX
GM, or
- between the master inverter and the follower
inverter
9 9 Configuration
To configure fallback values, access at security level 1 is
required.
• For TLX Pro / TLX Pro+, navigate to:

[Plant level: Grid management → Fallback values]
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10 Service and Repair
NOTE
10.1 Troubleshooting Do not cover the inverter.
Do not use a water hose, aggressive chemicals, cleaning
To quickly diagnose an error affecting an inverter, go to solvents or strong detergents to clean the inverter.
the Log menu and enter the Eventlog menu. The latest
event registered by the inverter, as well as a list of the 20
most recent events, is shown here. When the inverter
enters On grid mode, the most recent event is cleared and
is shown as 0.
The event code is made up of 2 elements:

1. Group classifier - describes the general type of
the event
2. Event ID - identifies the specific event
12 Appendix A - Event List contains an overview of all
events including suggested actions.
The status menu contains many useful sensor read-outs,

which may be helpful in diagnosing the exact problem.
Review the contents of the status menu to obtain an
overview of these read-outs.
10.2 Maintenance
Normally, the inverter needs no maintenance or
calibration. Ensure the heatsink at the rear of the inverter 10 10
is not covered. Clean the contacts of the PV load switch
once per year. Perform cleaning by cycling the switch to
on and off positions ten times.The PV load switch is
located at the base of the inverter.
10.2.1 Cleaning the Cabinet
Clean the inverter cabinet using pressurised air, a soft cloth

or a brush.
10.2.2 Cleaning the Heatsink
Clean the heatsink using pressurised air, a soft cloth or a

brush.
For correct operation and long service life, ensure free air
circulation
- around the heatsink at the rear of the inverter
- to the fan at the inverter base
WARNING
Do not touch the heatsink during operation.
Temperature can exceed 70 °C.
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11 Technical Data
11.1 General Data

Nomenclat Parameter TLX Series TLX Series TLX Series TLX Series TLX Series
ure1) 6k 8k 10k 12.5k 15k
AC
|S| Rated apparent power 6000 VA 8000 VA 10000 VA 12500 VA 15000 VA
Pac,r Rated active power*) 6000 W 8000 W 10000 W 12500 W 15000 W
Active power at cos(phi) =
5700 W 7600 W 9500 W 11875 W 14370 W
0.95**)
Active power at cos(phi) =
5400 W 7200 W 9000 W 11250 W 13500 W
0.90**)
Reactive power range 0-3.6 kVAr 0-4.8 kVAr 0-6.0 kVAr 0-7.5 kVAr 0-9.0 kVAr
Vac,r Rated grid voltage (range) 3P + N + PE - 230 V / 400 V (± 20%)
Rated current AC 3 x 8.7 A 3 x 11.6 A 3 x 14.5 A 3 x 18.1 A 3 x 21.7 A
Iacmax Max. current AC 3 x 9.0 A 3 x 11.9 A 3 x 14.9 A 3 x 18.7 A 3 x 22.4 A
AC current distortion (THD
< 4% < 5%
%)
cosphiac,r Power factor at 100% load > 0.99
Controlled power 0.8 over-excited
factor range 0.8 under-excited
Power loss, Connecting
10 W
mode
Night-time power loss (off
<5W
grid)
fr Grid frequency (range) 50 Hz (± 5 Hz)
DC
Pmpptmax Maximum PV input power
11 11
8000 W
per MPPT
ΣP mpptmax Max./nom. converted PV
input power, 6200 W 8250 W 10300 W 12900 W 15500 W
total
Vdc,r Nominal rated voltage DC 700 V
Vmppmin - MPP voltage - nominal
Vmppmax power 2)
260-800 V 345-800 V 430-800 V 358-800 V 430-800 V
MPP efficiency, static 99.9%

MPP efficiency, dynamic 99.7%
Vdcmax Max. DC voltage 1000 V
Vdcstart Turn on voltage DC 250 V
Vdcmin Turn off voltage DC 250 V
Idcmax Max. current DC 2 x 12 A 3 x 12 A
Max. short circuit current
2 x 12 A 3 x 12 A
DC at STC
Min. on grid power 20 W
Efficiency
Max. efficiency 97.8% 97.9% 98.0%
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Nomenclat Parameter TLX Series TLX Series TLX Series TLX Series TLX Series
ure1) 6k 8k 10k 12.5k 15k
Euro efficiency, V at dc,r 96.5% 97.0% 97.0% 97.3% 97.4%
Other
Dimensions (H,W,D) 700 x 525 x 250 mm
Mounting Wall bracket
Weight 35 kg
Acoustic noise level 56 dB(A)
MPP trackers 2 3
Operation temperature
-25..60 °C
range
Nom. temperature range -25..45 °C
Storage temperature -25..60 °C
Overload operation Change of operating point
Active power control3) Included
Reactive power control TLX+ and TLX Pro+
Table 11.1 General Specifications

1) According to FprEN 50524 where relevant.
2) At identical input voltages. At unequal input voltages, Vmppmin can

be as low as 250 V depending on total input power.
3) Remotely controlled via CLX monitoring and grid management

product or third-party device.
*) At rated grid voltage (Vac,r), Cos(phi) = 1.
**) At rated grid voltage (Vac,r).
Parameter TLX Series

Functional Safety Passive Active AC discon-
nection
Safety (protective class) Class I
PELV on the communi-
Class II
11 11
cation and control card
Islanding detection - loss Three-phase
of mains monitoring ROCOF
Voltage magnitude Included
Frequency Included
Insulation resistance Included
RCMU - Type B Included
Indirect contact Yes (class I,
protection grounded)
Table 11.2 Functional Safety Specifications
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11.2 Norms and Standards

Normative TLX Series
References 6k 8k 10k 12.5k 15k
Directive LVD 2006/95/EC
Directive EMC 2004/108/EC
Safety IEC 62109-1/IEC 62109-2
Integrated PV load
VDE 0100-712
switch
EN 61000-6-1
EMC immunity
EN 61000-6-2
EN 61000-6-3
EMC emission
EN 61000-6-4
Utility interference EN 61000-3-2/-3 EN 61000-3-11/-12
CE Yes
IEC 61727
Utility characteristics
EN 50160
S0 Energy Meter EN62053-31 Annex D
Functional Safety For transformerless inverter
Germany VDE 0126-1-1/A11)
VDE AR-N 4105 (August 2011)2)
Technical requirements for the connection of independent generation to the grid, Public Power Corporation
Greece
(PPC).
Italy - CEI 0-21:2012-06, Terna Guida Tecnica Allegato A.702)
RD1699 (2011)
Spain
RD661 (2007)
Portugal VDE 0126-1-1, ISO/IEC Guide 67: 2004 - System No.5
UK - G59/2-1, G83/1-1 G59/2-1
TLX Series
Ancillary Services TLX+ and TLX Pro+
6k 8k 10k 12.5k 15k
Austria TOR – Hauptabschnitt D4, TOR – Hauptabschnitt D2
11 11 Belgium Synergrid C10/11 – Revisie 2012-06, Synergrid C10/17- revisie 8 mei 2009
Czech Republic Czech Energy Act (Act No. 458/2000), Article 24, Paragraph 10 part I,II,III rev09 2009
UTE NF C 15-712-1 (UNION TECHNIQUE DE L'ELECTRICITE, GUIDE PRATIQUE, Installations photovoltaïques
raccordées au réseau public de distribution).
France NF C 15-100 (Installations électriques à basse tension).
Journal Officiel, Décret n°2008-386 du 23 avril 2008 relatif aux prescriptions techniques générales de conception
et de fonctionnement pour le raccordement d'installations de production aux réseaux publics d'électricité.
BDEW- Technische Richtlinie Erzeugungsanlagen am Mittelspannungsnetz Ausgabe, Juni
Germany -
2008 und Ergänzungen von 01/2009, 07/2010, 02/20112)
Spain REE BOE núm. 254
Table 11.3 Norms and Standards

1) Deviant from VDE 0126-1-1 section 4.7.1, the isolation resistance
measurement limit is set to 200 kΩ, in accordance with authorities.
2) TLX+ and TLX Pro+ only.
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11.3 France UTE Requirements Parameter Condition Specification

Wall Plate Hole diameter 30 x 9 mm
NOTE Alignment Perpendicular ± 5° all
In France, observe the UTE C 15-712-1 and NF C 15-100 angles
requirements.
Table 11.5 Wall Plate Specifications
For installation in France, apply warning label to front of

inverter.
Illustration 11.1 Position of Warning Label
11.4 Installation
Parameter Specification 11 11
Temperature −25 °C - +60 °C (>45 °C derating)
Environmental class IEC60721-3-3
according to IEC 3K6/3B3/3S3/3M2
Air quality - general ISA S71.04-1985
Level G2 (at 75% RH)
Air quality - coastal, Must be measured and classified acc. to
heavy industrial and ISA S71.04-1985
agricultural zones
Vibration 1G
Ingress protection 54
class
Max. operating 3000 m above sea level.
altitude PELV protection is effective up to 2000
m above sea level only.
Installation Avoid constant stream of water.
Avoid direct sunlight.
Ensure adequate air flow.
Mount on non-flammable surface.
Mount upright on vertical surface.
Prevent dust and ammonia gases.
Table 11.4 Conditions for Installation
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11.5 Torque Specifications for Installation
Illustration 11.2 Overview of Inverter with Torque Indications, 1-3

150AA007.11
11 11
5
Illustration 11.3 Overview of Inverter with Torque Indications, 4-7
Parameter Tool Tightening Torque

1 Terminal blocks (large) Straight slot 1.0 x 5.5 mm Min. 1.2 Nm
2 Terminal blocks (small) Straight slot 1.0 x 5.5 mm 0.5 Nm
3 PE Straight slot 1.0 x 5.5 mm 2.2 Nm
4 M16 SW 19 mm 2-3 Nm
5 M25 SW 30 mm 2-3 Nm
6 Front screw TX 30 6-8 Nm
7 Locking screw TX 30 5 Nm
Table 11.6 Legend to Illustration 11.2 and Illustration 11.3, Nm Specifications
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11.6 Mains Circuit Specifications

TLX Series
6k 8k 10k 12.5k 15k
Maximum inverter
9.0 A 11.9 A 14.9 A 18.7 A 22.4 A
current, Iacmax.
Recommended
blow fuse type gL/ 13 A 16 A 20 A 20 A 25 A
gG
Recommended
automatic fuse type 16 A 20 A 20 A 25 A 32 A
B
Table 11.7 Mains Circuit Specifications
11.7 Auxiliary Interface Specifications

Parameter Parameter Details Specification
Serial Communication RS-485
Common cable specification Cable jacket diameter (⌀) 2 x 5-7 mm
Cable type Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) (Cat 5e)2)
Cable Characteristic Impedance 100 Ω – 120 Ω
Max. cable length 1000 m
RJ-45 (2 pcs.) connectors Wire gauge 24-26 AWG (depending on mating metallic RJ-45
plug)
Cable shield termination Via metallic RJ-45 plug
Terminal block Maximum wire gauge 2.5 mm2
Cable shield termination Via EMC cable clamp
Max. number of inverter nodes 634)
Galvanic interface insulation Yes, 500 Vrms
Direct contact protection Double/Reinforced insulation Yes 11 11
Short-circuit protection Yes
Communication Star and daisy chain Ethernet
Common cable Max. cable length between inverters 100 m (total network length: unlimited)
Specification Max. number of inverters 1001)
Cable type Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) (Cat 5e)2)
Temperature sensor input 3 x PT1000 3)
Cable specification Cable jacket diameter (⌀) 4-8 mm

Cable type Shielded Single Pair - 2-wire
Maximum wire gauge 2.5 mm2
Maximum resistance per wire 10 Ω
Maximum cable length 30 m
Sensor specification Nominal resistance/temperature coefficient 3.85 Ω/oC
Measurement range -20 oC - +100 oC
Measurement accuracy ±3%
Direct contact protection Double/Reinforced insulation Yes
Irradiation sensor input x1
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Parameter Parameter Details Specification

Cable type Shielded Single Pair - Number of wires depend on
the sensor type used
Maximum resistance per wire 10 Ω
Sensor Specification Sensor type Passive
Measurement accuracy ±5% (150 mV sensor output voltage)
Output voltage of sensor 0-150 mV
Max. output impedance (sensor) 500 Ω
Input impedance (electronics) 22 kΩ
Energy meter input S0 input x1
Cable type Shielded Single Pair - 2-wire
Sensor Input Specification Sensor input class Class A
Nominal output current 12 mA for an 800 Ω load
Maximum short-circuit output current 24.5 mA
Open-circuit output voltage +12 VDC
Maximum pulse frequency 16.7 Hz
Table 11.8 Auxiliary Interface Specifications

1)A maximum of 100 inverters can be connected in 1 network. If Parameter Condition Specification
11 11
GSM modem is used for portal upload, the number of inverters in a Potential free Relay output x1
network is limited to 50. contact
2)For underground use, outdoor burial type cable is recommended Rating AC 250 V AC, 6.4 A, 1600 W
for both Ethernet and RS-485. Rating DC 24 V DC, 6.4 A, 153 W
3) Third input is used for compensation of the irradiation sensor. Maximum wire 2.5 mm2
4)The number of inverters to be connected in the RS-485 network gauge
depends on which peripheral device is connected. Overvoltage Class III
category
CAUTION Modem GSM
To ensure fulfilment of IP enclosure rating, correctly
Table 11.9 Auxiliary Input Specifications
mounted cable glands are essential for all peripheral
cables.
CAUTION
To ensure EMC compliance, shielded cables must be
applied for sensor inputs and RS-485 communication.
Unshielded cables may be applied for alarm outputs.
Other auxiliary cables must pass through the designated
EMC cable clamps to establish mechanical fixing and in
case of shielded cable termination to the shielding device.
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Technical Data
150AA058.11
1 RS485
2 x RJ45
Ethernet
2 x RJ45
2 3 4 5 6 7
+/ +/ +/ +/ +/
L N
Illustration 11.4 Communication Board
1 8-pole terminal blocks

2 PT1000/module temp.
3 PT1000/ambient temp.
4 PT1000/irradiation sensor temp.
5 Irradiation sensor
6 S0/Energy meter
7 Relay 1
11 11
RS-485
Terminate the RS-485 communication bus at both ends.
To terminate the RS-485 bus:
• Connect Bias H to RX/TX B
• Connect Bias L to RX/TX A

The RS-485 address of the inverter is unique, and defined
at the factory. Illustration 11.5 RS-485 Communication Detail - Cat 5 T-568A
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Technical Data
150AA019.10
150AA019.10
3 4 5 3 4 5
2 6 2 6
1 1
7 7
8 8
Illustration 11.6 RJ-45 Pinout Detail for RS-485 Illustration 11.7 RJ-45 Pinout Detail for Ethernet
1 GND Colour Standard

2 GND Pinout Ethernet Cat 5 Cat 5
3 RX/TX A (-) T-568A T-568B
4 BIAS L 1 RX+ Green/white Orange/white
5 BIAS H 2 RX Green Orange
6 RX/TX B (+) 3 TX+ Orange/white Green/white
7 Not connected 4 Blue Blue
8 Not connected 5 Blue/white Blue/white
6 TX- Orange Green
11 11
Table 11.11 Legend to Illustration 11.6 7 Brown/white Brown/white
Bold=Compulsory, Cat5 cable contains all 8 wires 8 Brown Brown
For Ethernet: 10Base-TX and 100Base-TX auto cross over
Ethernet
Ethernet connection is available for TLX Pro and TLX Pro+
11.7.1 Network Topology
variants only.
The inverter has two Ethernet RJ-45 connectors enabling

the connection of several inverters in a line topology as an
alternative to the typical star topology. The two ports are
similar and may be used interchangeably. For RS-485, only
linear daisy chain connections can be used.
NOTE
Ring topology is not allowed.
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Illustration 11.8 Network Topology
1 Linear Daisy Chain

11 11
2 Star Topology
3 Ring Topology (not allowed)
(4) (Ethernet Switch)
NOTE
The two network types cannot be mixed. The inverters can
only be connected in networks which are either solely
RS-485 or solely Ethernet.
NOTE
Ethernet connection is recommended for faster communi-
cation.
RS-485 connection is required when a web logger or data
logger is connected to the inverter, or via CLX monitoring
and grid management product or third-party device.
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Appendix A - Event List
12 Appendix A - Event List
12.1.1 How to Read the Event List
The Event List holds an action field for each event, or the categorised group of events. The 'Action' field should be
understood as progressive steps and recommendations as follows:
• Step 1: End User
• Step 2: Installer
• Step 3: Service
12.1.2 Grid Events
Event ID 1-6 Display Text Action

Description: UgridRmsLowS2L1 End user:
Grid voltage too low UgridRmsLowS2L2 Call the installer and inform about the grid-phase voltage.
UgridRmsLowS2L3 • Voltage on corresponding phase is OK:
UgridRmsLowS1L1 - Wait 10 minutes on phase L1, L2 and/or L3 to see if the
UgridRmsLowS1L2 inverter reconnects to the grid
UgridRmsLowS1L3
- If the event reappears on site, service is needed
*)
S1 = STAGE 1 Installer:
S2 = STAGE 2 Check the AC installation
L1 = PHASE 1 • Check all fuses and the RCD/RCMU
L2 = PHASE 2
- All OK – call service
L3 = PHASE 3
Service:
Exchange the inverter.

Description: UGRID_RMS_10MINAVG_HIGH_L1 End user:
Grid-voltage average UGRID_RMS_10MINAVG_HIGH_L2 Call the installer and inform about the grid-phase voltage.
over 10 min. too high UGRID_RMS_10MINAVG_HIGH_L3 • Voltage on corresponding phase is OK:
- Wait 10 minutes on phase L1, L2 and/or L3 to see if the
12 12 inverter reconnects to the grid
Installer:
Mitigation possibilities:
• Install cable of larger diameter (to reduce the voltage drop) between
inverter and meter
• Program PF(P) – TLX+ and TLX Pro+ only
• Call DNO to get permission to increase limit (note: Ugrid_RMS_high)
Use installation tester to test resistance in the installation (phase-neutral)

Service:
None.
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Description: UGRID_RMS_HIGH_S1_L1 End user:
Grid voltage too high UGRID_RMS_HIGH_S1_L2 Call the installer and inform about the grid-phase voltage.
UGRID_RMS_HIGH_S1_L3 • Voltage on phase 1 is OK:
UGRID_RMS_HIGH_S2_L1 - Wait 10 minutes on phase L1, L2 and/or L3 to see if the
UGRID_RMS_HIGH_S2_L2 inverter reconnects to the grid
UGRID_RMS_HIGH_S2_L3
*)
S1 = STAGE 1 Installer:
S2 = STAGE 2 Measure the grid voltage:
L1 = PHASE 1 • OK – call service
L2 = PHASE 2
• Not OK – call the DNO for a resolution
L3 = PHASE 3
Service:

Description: UGRID_INSTANTANIOUS_HIGH_L1 End user:
The inverter has UGRID_INSTANTANIOUS_HIGH_L2 Call the installer and inform about the grid-phase voltage.
detected a voltage UGRID_INSTANTANIOUS_HIGH_L3 • Voltage on phase 1 is OK:
peak on the grid. - Wait 10 minutes on phase L1, L2 and/or L3 to see if the
inverter reconnects to the grid
Installer:
Check the AC installation (all fuses and the RCD):
• OK – call service
Service:
Event ID Display Text Action

19-24, 48-53
Description: FGRID_LOW_S1_L1 End user:
Grid frequency too FGRID_LOW_S1_L2 Call the installer and inform about the grid frequency.
low or too high FGRID_LOW_S1_L3 • Frequency is OK:
FGRID_HIGH_S1_L1
FGRID_HIGH_S1_L2
-
-
Wait 10 minutes to see if the inverter reconnects to the grid.
If the event reappears on site, service is needed

12 12
FGRID_HIGH_S1_L3
Installer:
Service:
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Description: LOM_LINETOLINE_LOW_L1 End user:
Phase-to-phase LOM_LINETOLINE_LOW_L2 Call the installer and inform about the voltage on all three phases.
voltages too low LOM_LINETOLINE_LOW_L3 • Voltages are OK:
- Wait 10 minutes to see if the inverter reconnects to the grid
Installer:
Service:

Description: LOM_ROCOF_HIGH_L1 End user:
Rate Of Change Of LOM_ROCOF_HIGH_L2 If the event reoccurs several times each day, contact the DNO.
Frequency (ROCOF) LOM_ROCOF_HIGH_L3 Installer:
too high None.
Service:
None.

31-33, 44-46
Description: IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_L1S1 End user:
DC grid current too IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_L2S2 Check SW version [Status]
high IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_L3S3 • If SW version 2.15, 1.12 or older, a SW update is required. Call the
IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_STEP_L1 installer.
IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_STEP_L2 Installer: Install newest SW. version
IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_STEP_L3 Service:
None.

Description: IRESIDUAL_HIGH End user:
Residual Current IRESIDUAL_STEP_S3_HIGH Turn both DC and AC off and wait until the display turns off. Then turn on
12 12 Monitoring Unit
(RCMU) has measured
IRESIDUAL_STEP_S2_HIGH
IRESIDUAL_STEP_S1_HIGH
DC and AC and observe if the event reoccurs. If the event reoccurs, call the
installer.
an excessive current Installer:
Check the PV installation. If OK, call service.
Service:
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Event ID 40 Display Text Action

Description: GRID_DURING_CONNECT End user:
AC grid out of spec Call the installer and inform about:
for more than 10 • Frequency
minutes (frequency Display: [Status → Inverter → AC grid → Present value]
and/or voltage)
• Voltage
Display: [Status → Inverter → AC grid → Present value]
• SW version
Display: [Status → Inverter → Serial no. and SW version → Inverter]
• Grid code setting (eg. “Germany LV 1”)

Display [Status → Inverter]
Installer:
If SW version is 2.15 or older, an update is needed.
Check the log for other events.
Check the AC installation.
Service:
None.

Description: FAULT_RIDE_THROUGH_L1 End user:
The inverter has FAULT_RIDE_THROUGH_L2 If this event is reported several times each day, contact the installer.
detected that grid FAULT_RIDE_THROUGH_L3 Installer:
voltage was below a Perform on-site grid analysis.
certain level Service:
None.

Description: PLA_BELOW_THRESHOLD End user:
The inverter Contact the DNO and obtain status on active power reduction (PLA).
disconnects from grid Installer:
if PLA is below 3% of None.
nominal power Service:
None.
Event ID 54-56,
Description:
Display Text
IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_L1S2
Action
End user:
12 12
DC grid current too IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_L2S2 If this event is reported several times each day, contact the installer.
high (stage 2) IGRID_DC_CURRENT_HIGH_L3S2 Installer:
Perform on-site grid analysis.
Service:
None.
12.1.3 PV Events

Description: IPV_NEGATIVE_PV1 End user:
The input current is IPV_NEGATIVE_PV2 Call the installer.
negative; the polarity IPV_NEGATIVE_PV3 Installer:
of the PV string is • Is the polarity of the PV strings reversed (e.g. PV plus-wire connected
wrong. Should only with inverter minus-input)?
appear during or
• If not, call service
immediately after
Service: Exchange the inverter.
installation or service
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Description: IPV_HIGH_PV1 End user:
The input current is IPV_HIGH_PV2 Call the installer.
too high. Too many IPV_HIGH_PV3 Installer:
PV modules Check PV installation
connected in parallel. • How many strings are in parallel? What are their current ratings? Has
Should only appear on the 12 A input limit been exceeded?
newly installed
• Has the inverter derated on PV current [Log → derate, level 1]?
systems
If too many strings are in parallel, then fix it by:
- connecting the inverter inputs in parallel to distribute the current into
the inverter
- installing a second inverter
Service: None.

Description: PV_ISO_TOO_LOW End user:
The resistance Call the installer and inform about isolation resistance.
between the PV Display: [Status → Photovoltaic → Isolation resistance].
strings and ground is Installer:
too low for the Check minimum recorded isolation resistance [Status → Photovoltaic →
inverter to start up Isolation resistance], security level 1 needed
• Go through the PV installation and check connectors, cables and
modules for insulation-failure.
• If the failure is present while on site, disconnect PV input 1 and restart

the inverter to locate the affected PV string. Continue with strings 2
and 3.
Make a visual inspection of all PV cables and modules. Check that the
installation is correct according to the installation manual as this event
could indicate that the PE connection is missing.
Service: None.

Description: SELF_TEST_4_6_WRONG_POLARITY End user:
Wrong PV polarity Call the installer.
12 12 Installer:
Check whether or not the inverter starts when connecting each PV input
separately. Be aware of parallel connections.
Service: None.
12.1.4 Internal Events

Description: TPOWER_HIGH_L1 End user:
Internal temperature is TPOWER_HIGH_L2 Make sure that the inverter is not covered and that the ventilation duct
too high TPOWER_HIGH_L3 (heat sink) is not blocked. If not, call the installer.
TPOWER_HIGH_BOOSTER Installer:
TPCB_CTRL_HIGH Has the inverter derated on temperature [Log → derate], security level 1
TPCB_COMM_HIG required
TPCB_AUX_HIGH Has the inverter reported event 211 (fan)?
TPCB_AUX_POWER • No: call service.
• Yes: clean heatsink / remove obstruction (see description for event 211).
Service:
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Description: UDC_POS_HIGH End user:
Voltage on DC bus is UDC_NEG_HIGH Reset the inverter by disconnecting DC and AC, using the switches. If the
too high event is repeated, call the installer.
Installer:
Check whether AC voltage is below max. rating or check the event log to
see if other errors have occurred.
If AC voltage is too high: wait 10 minutes, then try to reconnect.
Service:
None.

Description: FAN_RPM_LOW End user:
Fan speed is too low Is the inverter fan blocked?
• Yes: clean the fan
• No: call the installer
Installer:
Exchange the fan.
Service:
None.

Description: DCBUS_BALANCE_TIMEOUT End user:
Inverter unable to Call the installer.
balance DC bus Installer:
Call service.
Service:

Description: UGRID_UINV_DIFF_HIGH_L1 End user:
Internal error UGRID_UINV_DIFF_HIGH_L2 Call the installer.
Voltage measured UGRID_UINV_DIFF_HIGH_L3 Installer:
before and after the Call service.
relay differs by more Service:
than 20 V Exchange the inverter. 12 12
Description: IGRID_HW_TRIP_L1 End user:
Current measured on IGRID_HW_TRIP_L2 Call the installer.
AC side is too high IGRID_HW_TRIP_L3 Installer:
If software version is 1.09 or older, update to latest software version. If this
does not help, call service.
Display: [Status → Inverter → Serial no. and SW version]
Service:

Description: IGRID_SUM_HIGH End user:
Replaced by events Call the installer.
255-257 Installer:
Update software to latest version.
Service:
None.
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Description: RCMU_OVERRANGE End user:
Defective RCMU Call the installer.
circuit, should also Installer:
include events If self-test does not complete successfully, call service partner.
350-352 from self-test Service:
(fail safe) Exchange the inverter.

Description: CTRL_EEPROM_CHECKSUM_ERROR End user:
Failure in Memory/ COMM_EEPROM_CHECKSUM_ERROR Call the installer.
Eeprom AUX_EEPROM_CHECKSUM_ERROR Installer:
POWER_EEPROM_CHECKSUM_ERROR Call service.
CTRL_FLASH_CHECKSUM_ERROR Service:
COMM_FLASH_CHECKSUM_ERROR Exchange board or inverter.
FSP_FLASH_CHECKSUM_ERROR

Description: CTRL_RAM_CHECK_ERROR End user:
Memory check failed COMM_RAM_CHECK_ERROR Restart the inverter by disconnecting AC and DC, using the switches. If the
FSP_RAM_CHECK_ERROR event persists, call the installer.
CTRL_RAM_COMPLEMENT_ERROR Installer:
COMM_RAM_COMPLEMENT_ERROR Call service.
xxx_RAM_COMPLEMENT_ERROR Service:
Exchange board or inverter.

Description: I2C_FAULT End user:
No contact to sensor Restart the inverter by disconnecting AC and DC, using the switches. If the
event persists, call the installer.
Installer:
Call service.
Service:
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Description:
Display Text
SPI_FAULT
Action
End user:
Communication Restart the inverter by disconnecting AC and DC, using the switches. If the
between inverter and event persists, call the installer.
control board failed Installer:
for more than 10 Call service.
seconds Service:

243-244, 249
Description: FPGA_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT End user:
Internal communi- FSP_WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT Restart the inverter by disconnecting AC and DC, using the switches. If the
cation error FSP_COMM_FAULT event persists, call the installer.
Installer:
Call service.
Service:
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Description: EVT_COVER_OPEN End user:
Cannot be displayed Installer:
after software version Service:
2.01 (new communi-
cation boards
introduced week 37,
2010)

Description: FSP_GRID_EVENT End user:
Functional safety Check event log for other grid events (1-55) and follow the instructions for
processor detected these events.
grid event If the event persists, call the installer.
Installer:
If the event persists after 24 hours, call service.
Service:

Description: FSP_PLAUSIBILITY_FAULT End user:
A plausibility fault has Check event log for other grid events (1-55) and follow the instructions for
occurred in the these events.
functional safety If the event persists, call the installer.
processor Installer:
Service:
Event ID 248, 251 Display Text Action

Description: SELF_TEST_FAILED FSP_FAIL_SAFE End user:
The self-test has failed Check event log for other grid events (1-55) and follow the instructions for
these events. If the event persists, call the installer.
Installer:
Service:
Exchange the inverter. 12 12
Description: UGRID_ABS_MEAN_HIGH_L1 End user:
Islanding event UGRID_ABS_MEAN_HIGH_L2 Check event log for other grid events (1-55) and follow the instructions for
logged UGRID_ABS_MEAN_HIGH_L3 these events. If the event persists, call the installer.
Installer:
Service:

Description: UDCPROTECT_OVERVOLTAGE End user:
DC bus overvoltage If the event persists for 2-3 days, call the installer.
Installer:
Check PV installation/layout. If OK, and if event reoccurs after 24 hours, call
service.
Service:
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Description: SELF_TEST_4_4_INTERNAL_PARAMETE End user:
Internal parameter is R_TOO_LOW Call the installer.
too low Installer:
Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_4_VEN_TOO_LOW End user:
Unable to change the Call the installer.
voltage between Installer:
ground and neutral Check the PV installation for isolation error. If OK, call service.
during isolation test Service:
(by less than 10 V) Exchange the inverter.

Description: SELF_TEST_4_6_SHORT_CIRCUIT End user:
Short-circuited booster Call the installer.
transistor or wrong PV Installer:
polarity Call service.
Service:
Exchange the inverter

Description: SELF_TEST_4_6_SHORT_CIRCUIT_WRO End user:
Short-circuited booster NG_POLARITY Call the installer.
transistor or wrong PV Installer:
polarity Check the PV installation for polarity errors. If OK, exchange the inverter.
Call service.
Service:

Description: INTERNAL_ERROR End user:
12 12 Internal software error Check event log to see if this is logged more than once per day:
• If no: no action required
• If yes: call the installer
Installer:
Update software to latest version.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_5_DC_BIAS_FAILED End user:
DC bias in RCMU is Call the installer.
too high during self- Installer:
test Call service.
Service:
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Description: SELF_TEST_4_5_RMS_BIAS_FAILED End user:
DC bias in RCMU is Call the installer.
too high during self- Installer:
test Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_5_STEP_FAILED End user:
RCMU cannot detect Call the installer.
step (of 25 mA) in Installer:
residual current Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_6_CURRENT_AT_OPEN_I End user:
Short-circuited inverter GRID_FAILED Call the installer.
transistor (AC) Installer:
Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_6_CURRENT_AT_OPEN_I End user:
Short-circuited inverter GRID_AVG_FAILED Call the installer.
transistor (AC) Installer:
(average) Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_7_INVERTER_BIAS_FAILE End user:
Test of inverter relay D Call the installer.
and voltage
measurements cannot
Installer:
Call service.
12 12
be performed Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_7_INVERTER_RELAY_FAIL End user:
Inverter relay has ED Call the installer.
failed (contact Installer:
assumed welded) Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_7_INVERTER_INV_VOLTA End user:
Inverter relay has GE_FAILED Call the installer.
failed (contact Installer:
assumed welded) Call service.
Service:
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Description: SELF_TEST_4_7_INVERTER_RELAY_INV_ End user:
Inverter relay or UPPER_FAILED Call the installer.
transistor has failed Installer:
(assumed open circuit) Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_7_INVERTER_RELAY_INV_ End user:
Inverter relay or LOWER_FAILED Call the installer.
transistor has failed Installer:
(assumed open circuit) Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_8_GRID_DIF_FAILED End user:
Grid relay has failed Call the installer.
(assumed open circuit) Installer:
Check and/or fix the neutral wire.
Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_9_NEUTRAL_INV_RELAY_ End user:
Neutral relay has FAILED Call the installer.
failed (inverter relay Installer:
assumed welded) Check and/or fix the neutral wire.
Call service.
Service:
12 12 Description:
Neutral relay has
SELF_TEST_4_9_NEUTRAL_GRID_RELAY End user:
_FAILED Call the installer.
failed (grid relay Installer:
assumed welded) Check and/or fix the neutral wire.
Call service.
Service:

Description: SELF_TEST_4_9_NEUTRAL_RELAYS_FAI End user:
Neutral connection is LED Call the installer.
damaged or missing Installer:
Check AC installation for failures on neutral connection. Call service.
Service: Verify that the AC installation is correct according to the instal-
lation manual. Verify that the neutral wire is correctly connected. The
failure is most likely in the installation.
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12.1.5 Communication Events
Event ID 1 Label GSM LAN Action

Description: eNoMemory ✓ End user:
Dynamic memory Reset the inverter by disconnection. If the event persists, call the
allocation failed installer.
Installer:
Call service.
Service:
Report the error.

Description: eModemBufferInO- ✓ End user:
Incoming data buffer verflow Reset the inverter by disconnection. If the event persists, call the
overflowed (modem installer.
response too long) Installer:
Call service.
Service:
Report the error.

Description: eModemCmdReplyError ✓ End user:
Current modem Reset the inverter by disconnection. If the event persists, call the
command received installer.
"ERROR" response Installer:
Call service.
Service:
Report the error.

Description: eModemCmdTimeout ✓ End user:
Current modem Call the installer.
command timed out. Installer:
GSM is not connected End user:
or it has a serious Open the cover and check if the modem is installed. Verify that the
problem because it did
not respond to last AT
SIM card is installed and working. This is done by moving the SIM
card to a phone. If problem persists, call service.
12 12
command. Service:
Exchange the GSM module.

Description: eModemInitFail ✓ End user:
Modem's low-level Call the installer.
initialisation failed. Installer:
The GSM module has a End user:
serious problem. Open the cover and check if the modem is installed. Verify that the
SIM card is installed and working. This is done by moving the SIM
card to a phone. If problem persists, call service.
Service:
Exchange the GSM module.
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Description: eUnexpectedState ✓ End user:
Internal fault, Reset the inverter by disconnection. If the event persists, call the
unexpected state. installer.
Installer:
Call service.
Service:
Report the error.

Description: eModemReplyParse- ✓ End user:
Modem response not Failed Reset the inverter by disconnection. If the event persists, call the
recognised installer.
Installer:
Call service.
Service:
Report the error.

Description: eConnectionUna- ✓ End user:
Upload failed, not vailable Only take action if the event reoccurs.
logged into home nor • Check GSM signal strength
roaming (if allowed) - If not OK, try a different provider
GSM network.
GM logs on and off • Check if the SIM cards work (in a mobile phone).
GSM network. Indicates - Call the installer

poor signal reception. Installer:
Install router with built-in GSM modem and place it for better
reception.
Service:
None.

Description: eModemLinkOpenFail ✓ End user:
Failed to open upload Only take action if the event reoccurs.
12 12 connection (generic).
Something other than
• Check GSM signal strength
- If not OK, try a different provider
GPRS or FTP failed.
• Check if the SIM cards work (in a mobile phone)
• Other FTP server: Try to configure another/different FTP server
If event persists, call the installer.

Installer:
Call service.
Service: Report the error.

Description: eModemLinkCloseFail ✓ End user:
Failed to close Not a serious event. If the event reoccurs, inform the installer.
connection (FTP or Installer:
GPRS) after upload. Not Call service.
critical, data was sent Service provider: Report the error.
OK.
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Description: eUploadFileSize ✓ ✓ End user:
Uploaded file size Call the installer.
check did not match. Installer:
Part of the file was Change FTP server configuration (spec. defining supported FTP
probably lost. configuration needed).
The upload file was Service:
corrupted during None.
upload.

Description: eModemNoNetwork ✓ End user:
Modem did not • Check GSM signal strength
connect to any GSM - If not OK, try a different provider
network.
Either GSM coverage is • Check if the SIM cards work (in a mobile phone)
missing or SIM card is Installer:

not activated. Install router with built-in GSM modem and replace for better
reception.
Service:
None.

Description: eModemSIMResponse ✓ End user:
SIM card did not Check if the SIM card works (in a mobile phone) .
respond to PIN query. Installer:
SIM card is missing or Replace modem.
has failed. Service:
None.

Description: eUploadFileExists ✓ End user:
Upload file exists on Avoid uploading to the same FTP server from different sites.
server (with exactly the Installer:
same serial and time Change FTP server configuration (spec. defining supported FTP
stamp in name). DWH
refuses to overwrite
configuration needed). If the problem persists, call service.
Service: Report the error. 12 12
existing log files on
server.

Description: eModemParseMfgr ✓ End user:
Failed to parse modem Call the installer.
manufacturer. Installer:
Replace modem.
Service:
None.

Description: eModemParseModel ✓ End user:
model. Installer:
Replace modem.
Service:
None.
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Description: eModemParseRvsn ✓ End user:
revision. Installer:
Replace modem.
Service:
None.

Description: eModemParseRSSI ✓ End user:
RSSI. Installer:
Replace modem.
Service:
None.

Description: eModemSecurityNotPIN ✓ End user:
SIM card requests a This SIM card is blocked. Find the PUK code, insert the SIM into a
code, but it is not PIN mobile phone and unblock it. Try a different provider.
(commonly PUK, Installer:
because SIM is locked). None.
Service:
None.

Description: eModemParsePINStatus ✓ End user:
Failed to parse Reset the inverter by disconnection. If the event persists, call the
response to pin status installer.
query. Installer:
Call service.
Service:
Report the error.
12 12 Description:
Failed to parse
eModemParseNe-
tRegStat
✓ End user:
Power-cycle the inverter.
response to network Installer:
registration status Replace modem. If that does not help, call service.
query. Service provider:
Report the error.

Description: eUnexpectedInitState ✓ End user:
Internal fault, Installer:
unexpected MCH Service:
initialisation state. Report the error.
108 L00410320-07_02

Description: eModemSetPIN ✓ End user:
Failed to set PIN code. See description.
The PIN code is wrong. If the card is blocked, put it in a mobile phone and use the PUK
Be careful – if the code to unlock.
inverter is reset, it will Installer:
set the same PIN code None.
again. After two resets, Service provider:
the SIM will block None.
because it received 3
attempts to set wrong
PIN.

Description: eGPRSParams ✓ End user:
Failed to set GPRS APN is invalid. Use only alpha-numeric (a-z, A-Z, 0-9) and dot (.)
access point name characters.
(APN). Installer:
APN is invalid. Use only None.
alpha-numeric (a-z, A-Z, Service:
0-9) and dot (.) None.
characters.

Description: eGPRSAuthPasswd ✓ End user:
Failed to set GPRS User name is invalid. Avoid white space.
username. Installer:
User name is invalid. None.
Avoid white space. Service:
None.

Description: eGPRSAuthPasswd ✓ End user:
Failed to set GPRS User name is invalid. Avoid white space.
password. Installer:
Password is invalid.
Avoid white space.
None.
Service: 12 12
None.

Description: eGPRSOpe ✓ End user:
Failed to open GPRS Many things can cause the GPRS connection to fail. The APN,
connection. username or password might be wrong. Ask GSM provider for GPRS
configuration. Maybe GPRS is not enabled for the SIM in question?
Installer:
None.
Service:
None.
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Description: eFTPOpen ✓ ✓ End user:
Failed to open FTP • Possible causes:
connection. - No internet connection
- Wrong FTP server address
- Wrong username or password
• Try to connect to the FTP server from the PC.
- Verify that the inverter has access to the internet
Installer:
None.
Service:
None.

Description: eFTPTransferType ✓ End user:
Failed to set FTP mode. Call the installer.
The server refused to Installer:
accept binary mode Change the FTP server configuration (spec. defining supported FTP
transfer. This should configuration. needed). Call service.
not happen in Service:
production release Report the error.
when uploading to
current Meteocontrol
FTP server.

Description: eFTPChdir ✓ End user:
Failed to change FTP Call the installer.
directory (only if FTP Installer:
directory has been Change the FTP server configuration (spec. defining supported FTP
specified). configuration needed). Call service.
Service:
Report the error.
12 12 Event ID 39 Label GSM LAN Action

Description: eFTPPut ✓ ✓ End user:
Failed to start file Uploading the file fails when the server refuses it or when there is a
upload. problem with the internet connection. Maybe the firewall blocks
Uploading the file fails active mode FTP?
when the server Installer:
refuses it or when None.
there is a problem with Service:
the internet None.
connection. Maybe the
firewall blocks active
mode FTP?
110 L00410320-07_02

Description: eUploadFileRead ✓ End user:
Failed to read Call the installer.
uploaded file back to Installer:
verify. Change the FTP server configuration (spec. defining supported FTP
Getting the file listing configuration needed).
from FTP server failed. Service:
This indicates that Report the error.
there is a problem with
the server or internet
connection.

Description: eNoData ✓ End user:
There is no data log to Installer:
upload. All unsent log Service:
has been sent and
inverter has not yet
generated any new
log.
This is not an error. It
just indicates that all
logged data that need
uploading have already
been uploaded.

Description: eTimeNotSet ✓ ✓ End user:
The master inverter’s Call the installer.
RTC is not set. Inverter Installer:
time and date must be Set time and date.
set for uploads to Service:
occur. None.

Description:
The master inverter's
eInvalidSerial ✓ End user:
Call the installer. 12 12
serial number is invalid. Installer:
Call the service provider.
Service provider: Fix serial number.

Description: eInvalidPIN ✓ End user:
The SIM PIN code is A PIN code must be 4-8 characters long and consist only of digits.
not valid. No other characters are permitted.
A PIN code must be Installer:
4-8 characters long and None.
consist only of digits. Service:
No other characters are None.
permitted.
L00410320-07_02 111

Description: eModemFileOpenFail ✓ End user:
Failed to open FTP file Call the installer.
for uploading. Installer:
Change the FTP server configuration (spec. defining supported FTP
configuration. needed). Call service.
Service:
Report the error.

Description: eModemSendSMSFail End user:
Failed to send an SMS. Move SIM to a phone and try to send SMS. Possible cause: lack of
This error does not credit Try different SIM cards.
occur when uploading Installer:
to data warehouse. Call service.
Service:
Report the error.

Description: eModemSendEmailFail End user:
Failed to send an email Move SIM to a phone and try to send email. Possible cause: lack of
via GSM. credit.
This error does not Try different SIM cards.
occur when uploading Installer:
to data warehouse. Call service.
Service:
Report the error.
12 12
112 L00410320-07_02
Danfoss Solar Inverters A/S
Ulsnaes 1
DK-6300 Graasten
Denmark
Tel: +45 7488 1300
Fax: +45 7488 1301
E-mail: solar-inverters@danfoss.com
www.danfoss.com/solar
Danfoss can accept no responsibility for possible errors in catalogues, brochures and other printed material. Danfoss reserves the right to alter its products without notice. This also applies to products
already on order provided that such alterations can be made without subsequential changes being necessary in specifications already agreed.
All trademarks in this material are property of the respective companies. Danfoss and the Danfoss logotype are trademarks of Danfoss A/S. All rights reserved.
Rev. date 2012-11-25 Lit. No. L00410320-07_02

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MAKING MODERN LIVING POSSIBLE

Three-phase – 6k, 8k, 10k, 12.5k and 15k

Safety and Conformity

• Familiar with local requirements, rules and

WARNING carrying sides; the PV input and the AC grid.

Safety information important for human safety. Warnings

CAUTION least 30 min. following disconnection from grid and PV

The short-circuit current of the photovoltaic panels is only

The PV load switch (1) enables safe disconnection of DC

CE marking - This certifies the conformity of the

2 Description of the Inverter 7

3 Change of Functional Safety and Grid Code Settings 22

4 Requirements for Connection 23

5 Installation and Start-up 38

5.3 Removing the Inverter 42

6 Connection of Peripheral Units 48

8 Web Server Quick Guide 69

10 Service and Repair 83

12 Appendix A - Event List 94

Abbreviation Description • GSM Manual

Table 1.3 Abbreviations

1.4 Software Version

• via the display, [Status → Inverter → Serial no. and

• via the web interface, [Inverter level: Status →

1.5 Related Literature

• TLX Series User Manual

• TLX Series Web Server User Manual

• CLX Series Quick Guides and User Manuals

2 Description of the Inverter

TLX TLX+ TLX Pro TLX Pro+

Table 2.1 Common Features

TLX TLX+ TLX Pro TLX Pro+

2 2 Via accessories (only CLX portal):

Table 2.2 Monitoring (Internet)

2) RS-485, max. 3 inverters per network.

3) RS-485, max. 20 inverters per network.

4) Ethernet, max. 100 inverters per network.

5) Max. 50 inverters per network.

TLX TLX+ TLX Pro TLX Pro+

Table 2.3 Monitoring (Local)

TLX TLX+ TLX Pro TLX Pro+

Table 2.4 Grid Management

2) Max. 3 inverters per network.

3) Max. 20 inverters per network.

4) Ethernet, max. 100 inverters per network.

5) Or by other third-party products, via RS-485.

TLX TLX+ TLX Pro TLX Pro+

Table 2.5 Commissioning

• Serial number, see (1), for identification by

Illustration 2.1 Product Label

2.2 Mechanical Overview of inverter

Illustration 2.2 Mechanical Overview of the Inverter

Item # Part Name Item # Part Name

Table 2.6 Legend to Illustration 2.2, Inverter Components

The inverter has a wide range of interfaces:

2.3 Description of the Inverter • User interface

2 2 The TLX Series comprises transformerless, three-phase

For maximum flexibility the inverter has 2 or 3 separate

inputs and equivalent number of MPP trackers. The - Standard RS-485