SmartModule1000A01

Quick Guide

Issue: 05
Part Number: 31500BWV
Date: 2021-04-30

HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

 • The information in this document is subject to change due to version upgrade
or other reasons. Every effort has been made in the preparation of this
document to ensure accuracy of the contents, but all statements, information,
and recommendations in this document do not constitute a warranty of any
kind, express or implied. You can download this document by scanning the QR
code.
• Operation personnel should understand the composition and working
principles of the grid-tied PV power system and local regulations.
• Before installing the device, closely read the user manual to get familiar with product
information and safety precautions. Huawei shall not be liable for any consequence caused
by violation of the storage, installation, and operation regulations specified in this document
and the user manual.
• Use insulated tools when installing the device. For personal safety, wear proper personal
protective equipment (PPE).

1 Overview

(1) LED indicators (RUN, ALM) (2) Mounting ear

(3) Guide rail clamp (4) COM ports (COM1, COM2, COM3)
(5) DI ports (DI) (6) 12 V output power port (12V/GND)
(7) AI ports (AI) (8) Potential transformer (PT) ports (PT1, PT2)
(9) Protective ground point (10) 12 V input power port (DC IN 12V, 1A)
(11) 24 V input power port (DC IN 24V, 0.8A) (12) GE ports (GE1, GE2, GE3, GE4)
(13) RST button (RST)
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 2 Installation Requirements
Dimensions Space

3 Device Installation
Wall-Mounted Installation

• Install the SmartLogger and SmartModule on a flat and secure interior wall.
• When wall-mounting the SmartLogger and SmartModule, ensure that the cable connection
area faces downward for ease of cable connection and maintenance.
• You are advised to use the delivered tapping screws and expansion tubes.

1. Connect the SmartLogger to the SmartModule using a connecting plate.

If the SmartLogger
and SmartModule
have been
combined before
delivery, skip this
step.

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 2. Install the SmartLogger and SmartModule.

Guide Rail-Mounted Installation (Stand-alone)

• Before installation, prepare a standard 35 mm guide rail and secure it.

• The recommended effective length of the guide rail is 360 mm or greater.
• Ensure that the SIM card slot on the SmartLogger is not blocked.

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Guide Rail-Mounted Installation (Combined)

• Before installation, prepare a standard 35 mm guide rail and secure it.

• The recommended effective length of the guide rail is 360 mm or greater.
• Ensure that the SIM card slot on the SmartLogger is not blocked.

1. Connect the SmartLogger to the SmartModule using a connecting plate.

If the SmartLogger and

SmartModule have been
combined before delivery,
you only need to remove
the mounting ears and
guide rail clamps in the
middle. You do not need
to use a connecting plate
to connect the
SmartLogger and
SmartModule.

2. Install the SmartLogger and SmartModule.

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 4 Electrical Connections

• Connect cables in accordance with the installation laws and regulations of the country or
region where the project is located.
• Before connecting cables to ports, leave enough slack to reduce the tension on the cables and
prevent poor cable connections.

4.1 Preparing Cables

Type Recommended Specifications
Outdoor copper cable with a cross-sectional area of 4–6 mm2
Protective earthing (PE) cable
or 12–10 AWG
Ethernet cable Delivered with the SmartModule
12 V input power cable Delivered with the SmartModule
Two-core or multi-core cable with a cross-sectional area of
RS485 communications cable
0.2–2.5 mm2 or 24–14 AWG
DI signal cable
Two-core or multi-core cable with a cross-sectional area of
Output power cable
0.2–1.5 mm2 or 24–16 AWG
AI signal cable
For details about the cables and cable connection operations,
PT signal cable
see the documents delivered with the PT100/PT1000.
Two-core cable with a cross-sectional area of 0.2–1.5 mm2 or
(Optional) 24 V input power cable
24–16 AWG

4.2 Connecting the PE Cable

• To enhance the
corrosion resistance of
the ground terminal,
you are advised to
apply silica gel or paint
on it after connecting
the ground cable.
• If the SmartLogger is
connected to the
SmartModule over a
connecting plate,
connect a PE cable to
the ground point of
the SmartLogger or
SmartModule based on
site requirements.

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4.3 Connecting the Ethernet Cable

• The SmartModule can be connected to the SmartLogger and a PC over the GE port.
• Connect the LAN port on the SmartLogger to one GE port on the SmartModule using an
Ethernet cable.
• If the delivered network cable is too short, you are advised to prepare a network cable of Cat
5e or higher specifications and shielded RJ45 connectors. It is recommended that the cable
length be less than or equal to 100 m. When crimping the network cable, ensure that the
shielding layer of the cable is securely connected to the metal shell of the RJ45 connectors.

(1) White- (2) Orange

and-
orange
(3) White- (4) Blue
and-green
(5) White- (6) Green
and-blue
(7) White- (8) Brown
and-brown

4.4 Connecting the 12 V Input Power Cable

The SmartLogger connects to the power supply over the 12 V input power port, and the 24 V
input power port of the SmartLogger functions as the 12 V output power port to supply power
to the SmartModule.

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4.5 Connecting the RS485 Communications Cable

• It is recommended that the RS485 communication distance be less than or equal to 1000 m.
• The SmartModule can connect to RS485 communications devices, such as a solar inverter, an
environmental monitoring instrument (EMI), and a power meter over the COM port.
• Ensure that the RS485+ and RS485– terminals are respectively connected to the COM+ and
COM– ports on the SmartModule.

Port Identifier Description

+ RS485A, RS485 differential signal+
COM1, COM2, COM3
– RS485B, RS485 differential signal–
Cascading Connection

• You are advised to connect fewer than 30 devices to each RS485 route.
• The baud rate, communications protocol, and parity mode of all devices on the RS485
cascading link must be the same as those of the COM ports on the SmartModule.

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4.6 Connecting the DI Signal Cable

• The SmartModule can receive DI signals such as remote power grid scheduling commands and
alarms over DI ports. It can only receive passive dry contact signals.
• It is recommended that the signal transmission distance be less than or equal to 10 m.

Port Description

DI1

DI2 Can receive passive

DI3 dry contact signals.

DI4

4.7 Connecting the Output Power Cable

• In the grid connection with limited power or audible and visual alarm scenarios, the
SmartModule can drive the coils of the intermediate relay over the 12 V output power port.
• It is recommended that the transmission distance be less than or equal to 10 m.

Intermediate relay

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4.8 Connecting the AI Signal Cable

• The SmartModule can receive AI signals from the EMIs over the AI ports.
• It is recommended that the transmission distance be less than or equal to 10 m.
• AI ports 1, 2, 3, and 4 are for AI+ signals, and the GND port is for AI– signals.

Port Description
Supports 0–10 V
AI1
input voltage.
AI2
Supports 4–20 mA
AI3 or 0–20 mA input
current.
AI4

4.9 Connecting the PT Signal Cable

The SmartModule provides two PT ports, which can be used to connect to three-wire or two-
wire PT100/PT1000 temperature sensors.

Three-Wire System

PT100/PT1000 temperature sensor

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Two-Wire System
When the PT ports need to be connected to a two-wire PT100/PT1000, use a short-circuit cable
to short-circuit GND and – of the ports.

PT100/PT1000 temperature sensor

4.10 Connecting the 24 V Input Power Cable

The 24 V input power cable needs to be connected in the following scenarios:
• The 24 V DC power supply is used.
• The SmartModule connects to the power supply over the 12 V input power port, and the 24 V
input power port functions as the 12 V output power port to supply power to a device.

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5 Check Before Power-On
No. Criterion
1 The SmartModule is installed correctly and securely.
2 All cables are securely connected.
Routing of the power cable and signal cable meets the requirements for routing strong-
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current and weak-current cables and complies with the cable routing plan.
Cables are bound neatly, and cable ties are secured evenly and properly in the same
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direction.
5 There is no unnecessary adhesive tape or cable tie on cables.

6 Powering On the System

1. Connect the power supply.
• Method 1: When the 24 V input power port of the SmartLogger functions as the 12 V
output power port to supply power to the SmartModule, connect the power supply to
the 12 V input power port of the SmartLogger.
• Method 2: When a DC power supply is used, check that the cable between the DC power
supply and the SmartModule is connected properly, and turn on the upstream power
switch of the DC power supply.
Indicator Status Meaning
Green off The SmartModule is not powered on
Blinking green slowly (on for 1s and The communication with the
Running indicator
then off for 1s) SmartLogger is normal.
(RUN)
Blinking green fast (on for 0.125s The communication with the
and then off for 0.125s) SmartLogger is interrupted.
No alarm is raised for the
Red off
SmartModule.
Alarm/maintenance The SmartModule enters the mode
Alarm Blinking red slowly (on for
indicator (ALM) of ignoring digital certificate
status 1s and then off for 4s)
expiration.
Blinking red fast (on for The SmartModule digital certificate
0.5s and then off for 0.5s) is invalid.

7 FAQ
7.1 The SmartModule Cannot Be Powered On
1. Check whether the DC output cable between the 24 V input power port on the SmartLogger
and the 12 V input power port on the SmartModule is properly connected.
2. Check whether the SmartLogger is powered on properly.

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7.2 RST Button
Operation Function
If the Communication using expired certificate function is disabled for the
SmartLogger and the digital certificate of the SmartModule becomes invalid,
after enabling the function, press the RST button for 3s to 10s to enable the
Hold down the
SmartModule to enter the mode of ignoring digital certificate expiration and
button for 3s to
restore the communication with the SmartLogger. The alarm/maintenance
10s.
indicator (ALM) blinks red slowly.
After the digital certificate of the SmartModule is reloaded through the
SmartLogger, the SmartModule communication can recover.
Hold down the Within 3 minutes after the SmartModule is powered on after power-off,
button for more hold down the RST button for more than 60s to restart the SmartModule
than 60s. and restore factory settings.

7.3 Replacing the SmartLogger2000 with the SmartLogger3000

For details, see Quick Guide to Replacing the SmartLogger2000 with the SmartLogger3000. You
can scan the QR code below to obtain the document.

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