Optimized PV Plant Performance with Answer Drives GS Inverters

ANSWER DRIVES GS
FOR
PHOTOVOLTAIC PLANTS
160 years of experience committed

to the future
> Reliable and Efficient
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> Answer Drives GS
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> Answer Drives GS Multipower Inverter
page 10
> The Answer Drives GS Station
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> The MIRO Function
page 20
> ARTICS Smart Energy
page 22
> Control and Monitoring
page 26
> Technical Specifications
page 32
> The Energy Meter
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> The Weather Station
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> The Web Portal
page 50
> Our services
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THE ANSWER
IN RENEWABLE ENERGY
>> Cutting Edge solutions...

...protecting the environment <<
Reliable and efficient

The right solution for your needs
Nidec ASI offers a complete range of solutions for high power grid-connected PV plants.
Our Answer Drives GS inverter had different configurations including: centralized and
multipower versions
and turnkey stations.
We also provide all of the support technology including:
> String boxes and subfield cabinets
> Transformers
> Substations with medium voltage cells
> Monitoring System
> Weather stations
Our solutions have been designed to obtain the greatest quantity of power from your PV
plant enabling fast return on investments and ensuring extended MTBF periods for long
lasting operation over the years.
ANSWER DRIVES GS
Class
>> Standardization and longevity:

the roots of flexibility <<
Voltage range
Maximum voltage
Output voltage
MPPT
CC (UDC max)
AC (Uac) Threefase
PV5
200 - 400Vdc
800V
125V
PV7
320 - 630Vdc
800V
202V
PV8
430 - 760Vdc
880V
270V
PV8 (opzione)
528 - 800Vdc
1000V
330V
PV9
540 - 950Vdc
1100V
337V
The Answer Drives GS derives from our experience in inverter manufacture for heavy industry.
The Answer Drives GS base module is, actually, our Answer Drives 3000 inverter, which
has been used in numerous installations all over the world owing to its reliability and efficiency.
Our experience in applications requiring AFE (Active Front End) solutions has enabled us to
develop a product particularly suited for the power production industry that works with onsite distribution of electricity into the grid and commercial PV systems.
We believe that only the best can be expected from an industry leader: our best is supplying
a solution that guarantees the highest level of flexibility in response to the specific demands
of your system whilst ensuring the longevity of our inverters.
This is achieved using a high level of standardization: Nidec ASI offers its customers 2 versions of inverters (depending on point of delivery), each available in 4 classes depending on
the voltage range of the PV system.
In addition, our inverters have been designed with a careful choice of components to ensure the highest levels of performance during the life cycle of your system.
Versions
Each class of Answer Drives GS inverters is available in two versions depending on the
application and the voltage of the grid to be supplied with power from the inverter.
Net metering
L Version
Low voltage
400V
Filter
EMC
INVERTER
DK
Low voltage PVxL Version

Clean
Power
Filter
FIilter
EMC
GRID
400V
50Hz
TRS
* Insulation
control
Control
Modbus
The transformer is mounted inside of the panel only for the lowest power outputs.
Utilities
M Version
Medium voltage
Medium voltage PVxM Version

Filter
EMC
INVERTER
15/20KV
CEI-016
Clean
Power
Filter
FIilter
EMC
GRID
15/20KV
50Hz
*
* Insulation
control
TRS
Control
Modbus
ANSWER DRIVES GS
MULTIPOWER
>> Maximum performance...

...for a greater energy production <<
The Multipower version, particularly suited for roof mounted PV arrays, has been configured
with independent conversion units to allow customizations of the PV system in order to
optimize the performance during irregular insolation of the panels.
> Keeping loss of power in a faulty module to a minimum
> Greater production in case of partial shading of the PV array
> Reduction in maintenance costs owing to a unique spares kit for the installed converters
> Each module is equipped with its own MPPT to maximize the power produced
> Configuration of modules based on the system size and the number of panels used
> Module synchronization to reduce electromagnetic emissions
> DC end load circuit breaker and AC end breaker switch for each inverter module for the
purpose of enabling localized intervention whilst keeping the rest of the system in operation
Current [A]
840
630
420
210
Rated power [kW]
101
10
202
303
404
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ANSWER DRIVES GS
STATION
The Answer Drives GS station by Nidec ASI is an integrated PV power plant for the
supply of medium voltage power to the distribution grid produced by large PV systems or
solar parks.
This is an economic turnkey solution, including wired equipment and cooling system
(available in two versions: either air or water-cooled).
The station is factory tested before delivery and is ready to hook up on site to the PV system
and then to the distribution grid.
>> The Plug&Play solution <<
> Easy to install

> Does not require any additional structures
> Requires just the connection of the PV System and the MV distribution grid
The flexibility of the Answer Drives GS station enables the best configuration for every
type of system.
Availability: single station, multiple stations with star configuration and multiple stations
with ring configuration.
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The enclosure with a painted and insulated carbon steel structure and raised false flooring ensures
long-lasting durability (over 25 years).
The insulation of the walls and the roof provides high thermal
insulation from the environment.
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Safety doors:
each enclosure is equipped with doors with locks,
for the safekeeping of the various components.
The doors have tamper-proof hinges,
that open outwards and anti-panic handles.
The input line room contains the MV input line panel,

equipped with an automatic general DC switch, protection
relay and relative auxiliaries, the transformer for auxiliary
power supply, the UPS and an optional night time power
factor correction bank.
The MV/LV transformer room contains an MV/LV transformer

with one or two secondaries and induced-draft cooling towers.
The transformer room a safety lock included.
The LV equipment room includes the Answer Drives GS converter system with MIRO function for
conversion system optimization even with low insolation levels.
There are also service cabinets, air conditioners, the UTF [fiscal counter] meters that measure the
electricity produced and the supervision system that monitors all system data from a remote location.
The IP54 rating guarantees the installation in any environmental conditions.
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>> Cooling System:

efficiency optimisation <<
Proper operational temperature increases the service life of components (IGBTs, capacitors,
boards, etc.) and therefore the reliability of the system and the efficiency of the inverters
during the hottest periods, maintaining the power components (IGBTs) at a constant
temperature.
Air-cooling uses industrial air conditioners with a Free Cooling function.
> Pure Free Cooling: with low external air temperature the conditioner acts like a normal
ventilation system with external air exchange. The compressor is turned off.
> Assisted Free Cooling: with relatively low external air temperature the free cooling
operates yet if it is not low enough to keep the internal temperature at the required value,
the compressor comes on as required by the temperature.
> Cooling: the compressor is running. The system acts like a regular air conditioner.
The Free Cooling, function, by modulating the use of the compressor, ensures reduced
power consumption for enclosure cooling. Full power application occurs only when outside
temperatures are very high.
To ensure the continuos operation, the overall cooling power for the enclosure is oversized:
the system operates even if one of the air conditioners is out of service.
The free coolers, compared to regular ventilator fans, eliminate dust and reduce the level of
humidity in the air, being potential causes of electronic equipment malfunction.
Nidec ASI has also certified Answer Drive GS for use with water-cooling.
This cooling method improves dissipation.
The water-cooled enclosure, compared to the air-cooled version, is smaller and easier to
maintain (there are no filters to change and no liquids to top up).
An integrated water/water cooling control unit is available upon request for combined heat
and power systems.
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MIRO FUNCTION
The MIRO function significantly increases the efficiency of the system, in particular under
conditions of partial insolation of the array and/or under poor weather conditions.
In fact, the MIRO enables the conversion units to be activated/deactivated according to
the power to be supplied with the objective of maintaining active only the units necessary
for conversion of the electricity coming from the PV array.
Thanks to the modularity of our approach, the conversion efficiency may be optimized by
activating just the minimum number of units required for the supply of the power coming
from the PV strings in large systems.
>> Aim for efficiency <<
In this manner, the active conversion units will work within their most efficient operational
range.
The graph illustrates the increased efficiency obtainable with the MIRO function.
The MIRO function with a Master-Slave rotation system balances the operation time of
all units over the long term, reducing wear and downtimes and prolonging the inverter's
life cycle.
MIRO Function
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>> Performance Optimization:

the objective of the "MIRO" function <<
Mirox1
Mirox2
Mirox3
Mirox4
Eta
99
98
97
96
95
94
93
92
91
90
20
Load
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
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ARTICS SMART ENERGY
ARTICS Smart Energy is the control platform by Nidec ASI for the intelligent management of
low/medium voltage micro-networks capable of integrating traditional residential and industrial
loads with the production of renewable energy managing variability without compromising the
quality of service.
The mode of operation known as grid-connected (the micro-network is connected to the
distribution grid at a single connection point) and island (the micro-network is disconnected
from the main grid) not only require their own independent monitoring and control system,
but also a power supply system created with smart devices, above all the inverters that input
the power to the grid.
>> Control at your fingertips <<
To be used within a micro-network, the inverters shall satisfy the following prerequisites, they
must:
> not produce EM interference that interfere with the network, especially when there are many
inverters connected
> contribute to the frequency and voltage stability of the network, managing the active and
reactive power produced depending on the load requirements
> maintain service even in the presence of strong network disturbances
> be equipped with a communications system suitable both for the transfer of the data
required for network control to a higher-level control system in order to receive the proper
commands
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Nidec ASI has made its inverters smart by including advanced functions necessary for their
application within the ARTICS Smart Energy active energy management platform.
The system includes the following features:
Power limitation in conformity with the law EEG 6 on renewable energy and grid
safety management
To avoid short term overloads on the grid it is possible to
P
establish the maximum amount of power the inverter will
Pn
input into the grid by setting a parameter.
The maximum amount, variable from 0 to 100%, is defined
by the utility provider and is transmitted to the inverter by
way of serial port.
Reactive power is managed according to three parameters:

> The parameter that defines the minimum voltage variation
required, causing a reactive power variation.
> The parameter that establishes the reactive power variation
caused by a grid voltage variation during operation with
active power at a nominal level; the reactive power variation
is implemented after a time that may be set.
> The parameter that sets the minimum time that the voltage
variation must last to require that the correspondent
reactive power variation be activated.
Q [%]
+0,31
Vrete
-0,31
0
* The reactive power value required must be taken into consideration when sizing the inverters.
Active power regulation according to the frequency

The inverter automatically reduces the active power input in the event of an increase in
frequency over the established value by a parameter with a
P% / Hz gradient of the power available.
Pnom
Frete [Hz]
The active power may be increased again only if the frequency
value returns below the parameter. The power gradient is set
with a parameter. This function contributes to the stabilization
of the grid frequency.
P%
Grid support by way of reactive power

To keep the mains voltage constant, inverters provide inductive or capacitive reactive power
to the grid. Three variations may occur:
Dynamic voltage control (FRT)

The dynamic network support, is the control set out to ensure grid stability in case of
sudden drops in voltage. This type of control is often indicated as Fault Ride Through.
Power plants that sustain the grid must, in case of a voltage
drop, avoid unintentional disconnection so as not to cause a
collapse of the grid. Reactive power input into the grid must
also contribute to its support. After recovery from a
malfunction, reactive power input must not be greater than
the input before the fault.
Q [%]
Vrete
ARTICS Smart Energy responds to the requisites set by MV directives and by the BDEW
directive.
a) Fixed value for reactive power*.

The utility provider defines the fixed value, set by way of a parameter, for reactive power.
If the reactive power is positive then it is of the inductive type, and when vice versa it is
capacitive. Some utility providers require the reference value to be set at tan.
The tan, value set by way of serial, is defined with a parameter in the -0.484 to +0.484
range corresponding to cos = -0.9 to +0.9.
b) Setpoint variable of reactive power according to the grid voltage Vgrid
The input of reactive power according to the network voltage is used to compensate the
slow voltage variations at the point of connection of the power plant to the grid.
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CONTROL AND MONITORING
Control of your PV plant is essential to ensure the maintenance of the highest possible level of
power production efficiency over the years, maximizing return on investment.
Nidec ASI provides two levels of control depending on the size and complexity of the system.
ADLog remote control
ADLog is an operator terminal with data logging functions enabling the acquisition of data,
results analysis and diagnostics of connected devices.
ADLog has been designed to control medium and large sized PV power plants.
>> ADLog remote control <<
Features
> Acquisition of data using analogue sensors
> Connection of the PV system inverters and of the string boxes to the grid
> Digital/analogue output control for alarm signals or external device management
> The number of inputs/outputs and communications ports satisfies the requirements of the
systems
> Multidrop (RS485) control with data gathering on the production status of each inverter
> Multidrop (RS485) local string connection boxes control, with acquisition of the process
variables (voltage and current) and operational status
> Display of system information with a large LCD graphic display
> Navigation and accessibility to data with a 12-button keyboard, plus 4 programmable
function keys
> System monitoring with alarm conditions from inverters or string control boards
> Control of external devices and analogue/digital sensors
> Local connection to the system network by way of Ethernet 10/1 000 Mbps port
> Remote connection via GSM/GPRS for plant data transmission to the remote control system
> E-mail and SMS message transmission
> Internal Web Server, HTML pages navigable from a PC with an Internet browser for plant
operational data and on the status of the inverters
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>> Smart Control for large systems <<

The Smart Control is based on a PLC system with a PC
The PLCs are capable of acquiring and checking all available information from the field
whilst the PC ensures all of the data management and processing functions including
reporting. The system is equipped with two supervision servers.
The string boxes, connected by way of Modbus RTU to the PLCs, read the current of each
string. A network analyser also assesses the AC output integrity for each individual inverter.
The GSE meters for each inverter (for point of delivery) and for auxiliaries bypass point
enabling an exact and detailed calculation of production.
The weather station, equipped with secondary standard" insolation sensors enable
calculation of performance indexes with the highest possible precision.
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Smart Control performs the following functions:

PLC
> System automation management (alarms, commands, etc.)
> Acquisition of string box data
> Acquisition of inverter data
> Acquisition of the data from the different system safety features
> Acquisition of MV areas data
> System auxiliary management
> Performance of media and integration operations for production of log data to be
archived
> Calculation of the real time PR (Performance Ratio) and at time intervals
> Calculation of the annual PR
> Internal use of the PVSYST software models for the formation of the PR;
> Supervisor management and configuration of all of the system's string boxes
> Extended alarm management
> Network diagnostics
> Possible weather station readings
> E-mail transmission of alarms
E T,LOSS
E G,LOSS
E S,LOSS
E DC
E W,LOSS
Recalculation
E M,LOSS
E AC
PC
> Continuity of logging owing to the hot redundancy between 2 machines
> Logging calculated on a 15-minute frequency base, with daily, monthly and yearly
aggregation
> Logging of significant field signals every 15 minutes
> Field signals reporting at any time interval
> Export of log data into Excel format spread sheets
> Display of the line status at all levels
> Calculation of the performance indexes pursuant to the IEC 61724 standard
E Sail,LOSS
E STAND
Other Functions
> Synchronization of all devices using the NTP server
> External weather station data acquisition
> Remote access using dedicated software
> Remote automation system maintenance (PC and PLC) with possibility of software updating
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
>> General Technical Specifications <<
Series
320 - 630Vdc
430 - 760Vdc
(520 - 800Vdc option)
540 - 950Vdc
PV voltage range*
UDC
Maximum DC voltage
UDC, max
810Vdc
880Vdc
(1000Vdc option)
1100Vdc
Maximum operational DC voltage
UDC, max
740Vdc
820Vdc
1050Vdc
Nominal AC output voltage
UAC
202Vac
270Vac
330Vac
DC voltage ripple
UPP
Surge protection
Output voltage
< 3%
PV end integrated, optional on grid end
UDC
Type of Utility
270Vca/15-20kVca (330Vca/15-20kVca option)

IT Grid
Grid frequency
Hz
50/60
AC current distortion
THDIca
< 3%
Power factor
cos
> 0,99 @Pac
Auxiliary power supply

Protection degree
3 x 400Vac +N, 230V 1f from UPS

EN 60529
IP54
Operating temperature
-10 ~+40 C (> 40 C reduced by 1% per C max 50 C)
Altitude
Up to 1000 m a.s.l. (> 1000 m reduced by 1% for each 100 m,

max 3000 m)
Relative humidity
< 95% (non condensing)
Earthing kit
Optional (on negative or positive pole)
User interface
Back lit graphic display, 3 led, 20 keys

Low voltage
EU Directive EMC 2006/95/EC
EMC
Harmonized technical standard: CENELEC EN 60439-1

Harmonized technical standard: CENELEC EN 50178
Conformity
EU Directive EMC 2004/1 08/EC

Legislative Decree no. 194/07
Connection to
the grid
MV: CEI 016, LV: CEI 021 (in progress)

REAL DECRETO RD 1663/2000 (Spain)
* Note: If the minimum PV voltage is greater, the AC ouput voltage can be increased in the ratio.
The output power and the inverter efficiency will be increased by the same ratio.
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>> Technical data <<

Answer Drives GS PV7M and PV7L Inverters
Answer Drives GS PV8M and PV8L Inverter
OUTPUTDATA
Datidiuscita
CABINET
PV7M
PV7M090NP
PV7M100NP
PV7M130NP
PV7M150NP
PV7M180NP
PV7M220NP
PV7M260NP
PV7M290NP
PV7M340NP
PV7M360NP
PV7M430NP
PV7M520NP
PV7M580NP
PV7M650NP
PV7L
PV7L027NP
PV7L033NP
PV7L041NP
PV7L052NP
PV7L066NP
PV7L076NP
PV7L090NP
PV7L100NP
PV7L130NP
PV7L150NP
PV7L180NP
INVERTER
SVGT150FEP
SVGT166FEP
SVGT200FEP
SVGT250FEP
SVGT292FEP
SVGT340FEP
SVGT420FEP
SVGT470FEP
SVGT520FEP
SVGT580FEP
SVGT670FEP
SVGT780FEP
SVGT940FEP
SVGT1K0FEP
SVGT045FEP
SVGT053FEP
SVGT066FEP
SVGT086FEP
SVGT108FEP
SVGT125FEP
SVGT150FEP
SVGT166FEP
SVGT200FEP
SVGT250FEP
SVGT292FEP
* See note at page 33

ANSWERDRIVESGSPV7M
CABINET
PV7L027NP
PV7L033NP
PV7L041NP
PV7L052NP
PV7L066NP
PV7L076NP
PV7L/M090NP
PV7L/M100NP
PV7L/M130NP
PV7L/M150NP
PV7L/M180NP/ PV7M360NP
PV7M220NP/PV7M430NP
PV7M260NP/PV7M520NP
Rated
current
Rated
power
Maximum
power
Pac*
PMac*
Iac
A KW KW
MEDIUMVOLTAGEVERSION
210
73
81
240
84
92
302
106
116
361
126
139
420
147
162
510
178
196
610
213
235
680
238
262
800
280
308
840
294
323
1020
357
393
1220
427
470
1360
476
523
1530
535
589
800
280
308
LOWVOLTAGEVERSION
33
22
24
39
26
29
48
33
36
63
42
47
79
53
59
91
61
68
106
72
79
121
82
90
153
103
113
1182
123
135
212
143
158
INPUTDATA
221
252
317
379
441
536
641
714
840
882
1071
1281
1428
1607
840
68
81
101
130
164
189
221
252
317
379
441
Rated
power
75
86
108
130
151
183
219
244
287
301
366
438
488
549
287
23
28
34
44
56
65
75
86
108
130
151
OUTPUTDATA
Datidiuscita
DIMENSIONS
Max.
recom.
PV power
Idc
Pdc
PPV
A KW KW
Rated
current
89
101
127
152
177
215
258
287
338
355
431
515
574
646
338
27
33
41
52
66
76
89
101
127
152
177
mm
1400
1400
1800
1800
1800
1800
2000
2000
3200
3200
3200
3200
3200
4000
3200
1200
1200
1200
1200
1400
1400
1400
1400
2000
2000
2000
INVERTER
mm mm
2260
2260
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2050
2260
2260
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
Rated output current for low voltage version @ 400 V.
INVERTER
SVGT045FEP
SVGT053FEP
SVGT066FEP
SVGT086FEP
SVGT108FEP
SVGT125FEP
SVGT150FEP
SVGT166FEP
SVGT200FEP
SVGT250FEP
SVGT292FEP/SVGT580FEP
CABINET
Efficiency@650VDC
Eta max
Euro eta
97,83%
97,18%
97,79%
97,20%
97,8%
97,17%
97,77%
97,18%
97,8%
97,23%
97,85%
97,21%
97,83%
97,22%
97,8%
97,24%
97,07%
97,62%
97,02%
97,58%
97,04%
97,61%
97,70%
97,21%
97,66%
97,22%
Efficiency of the inverter and Clean Power filter measured without control losses. Other powers upon request.
PV8M
PV8M120NP
PV8M140NP
PV8M170NP
PV8M205NP
PV8M240NP
PV8M290NP
PV8M350NP
PV8M390NP
PV8M460NP
PV8M480NP
PV8M580NP
PV8M700NP
PV8M770NP
PV8M860NP
PV8L
PV8L037NP
PV8L043NP
PV8L054NP
PV8L070NP
PV8L090NP
PV8L100NP
PV8L120NP
PV8L140NP
PV8L170NP
PV8L205NP
PV8L240NP
SVGT150GEP
SVGT166GEP
SVGT200GEP
SVGT250GEP
SVGT292GEP
SVGT340GEP
SVGT420GEP
SVGT470GEP
SVGT520GEP
SVGT580GEP
SVGT670GEP
SVGT780GEP
SVGT940GEP
SVGT1K0GEP
SVGT045GEP
SVGT053GEP
SVGT066GEP
SVGT086GEP
SVGT108GEP
SVGT125GEP
SVGT150GEP
SVGT166GEP
SVGT200GEP
SVGT250GEP
SVGT292GEP

ANSWERDRIVESGSPV8M
CABINET
PV8L037NP
PV8L043NP
PV8L054NP
PV8L070NP
PV8L090NP
PV8L100NP
PV8L/M120NP
PV8L/M140NP
PV8L/M170NP
PV8L/M205NP
PV8L/M240NP/ PV8M480NP
PV8M290NP/PV8M580NP
PV8M350NP/PV8M700NP
PV8M390NP/PV8M770NP
Rated
current
Rated
power
Maximum
power
Pac*
PMac*
Iac
A KW KW
210
98
108
240
112
123
302
141
155
361
169
186
420
196
216
510
239
262
610
285
314
680
318
350
800
374
412
840
393
432
1020
477
525
1220
571
628
1360
636
700
1530
716
787
800
280
308
LOWVOLTAGEVERSION
44
30
33
52
35
39
65
44
48
84
57
62
105
71
78
122
82
90
142
96
105
162
109
120
204
138
151
244
165
181
284
192
211
INPUTDATA
DIMENSIONS
Max.
recom.
PV power
Pdc
PPV
Idc
A KW KW
Rated
current
221
252
317
379
441
536
641
714
840
882
1071
1281
1428
1607
840
68
81
101
130
164
189
221
252
317
379
441
Rated
power
101
115
145
173
201
245
293
326
384
403
489
585
652
734
287
31
37
46
59
75
86
101
115
145
173
201
119
135
170
204
237
288
344
384
451
474
576
688
767
863
338
37
43
54
70
88
102
119
135
170
204
237
mm
1400
1400
1800
1800
1800
1800
2000
2000
3200
3200
3200
3200
3200
4000
3200
1200
1200
1200
1200
1400
1400
1400
1400
2000
2000
2000
mm mm
2260
2260
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2050
2260
2260
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
INVERTER
SVGT045GEP
SVGT053GEP
SVGT066GEP
SVGT086GEP
SVGT108GEP
SVGT125GEP
SVGT150GEP
SVGT166GEP
SVGT200GEP
SVGT250GEP
SVGT292GEP/SVGT580GEP
Efficiency@Vdc650V
Eta max
Euro eta
98,08%
97,39%
98,06%
97,43%
98,04%
97,37%
98,02%
97,42%
98,05%
97,45%
98,09%
97,41%
98,07%
97,44%
98,05%
97,44%
97,46%
97,83%
97,41%
97,96%
97,43%
97,97%
98,00%
97,45%
97,93%
97,40%
98,08%
97,62
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Answer Drives GS PV9M and PV9L Inverter

OUTPUTDATA
Datidiuscita
CABINET
PV9M
PV9M120NP
PV9M160NP
PV9M190NP
PV9M230NP
PV9M280NP
PV9M310NP
PV9M380NP
PV9M470NP
PV9M560NP
PV9M620NP
PV9L
PV9L060NP
PV9L075NP
PV9L100NP
PV9L120NP
PV9L160NP
PV9L190NP
PV9L230NP
PV9L280NP
PV9L310NP
INVERTER
SVGT200KEP
SVGT260KEP
SVGT320KEP
SVGT390KEP
SVGT480KEP
SVGT521KEP
SVGT640KEP
SVGT780KEP
SVGT960KEP
SVGT1K0KEP
SVGT105KEP
SVGT130KEP
SVGT170KEP
SVGT200KEP
SVGT260KEP
SVGT320KEP
SVGT390KEP
SVGT480KEP
SVGT521KEP
ANSWERDRIVESGSPV9M
CABINET
PV9L060NP
PV9L075NP
PV9L100NP
PV9L/M120NP
PV9L/M160NP
PV9L/M190NP/PV9M380NP
Rated
current
Rated
power
Maximum
power
Iac
Pac*
PMac*
A KW KW
170
99
109
220
128
141
270
158
173
330
193
212
400
233
257
440
257
283
540
315
347
660
385
424
800
467
514
880
514
565
1020
357
393
LOWVOLTAGEVERSION
74
50
55
88
60
66
120
81
90
143
97
106
185
125
138
227
154
169
278
188
207
337
228
250
371
250
275
INPUTDATA
DIMENSIONS
Max.
recom.
PV power
Idc
Pdc
PPV
A KW KW
Rated
current
178
231
283
346
420
462
567
693
840
924
1071
92
110
150
179
231
284
347
420
462
Rated
power
102
132
162
198
239
263
323
395
479
527
366
53
63
86
102
132
162
198
239
263
120
155
190
232
282
310
380
465
563
620
431
62
74
101
120
155
190
232
282
310
mm
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
3200
1400
1400
1400
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
2000
mm mm
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2260
2260
2260
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
2170
800
800
800
800
800
800
600
600
600
600
600
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
800
INVERTER
SVGT105KEP
SVGT130KEP
SVGT170KEP
SVGT200KEP
SVGT260KEP
SVGT320KEP/SVGT640KEP
SVGT521KEP/SVGT1K0KEP
Efficiency@812VDC
Eta max
Euro eta
97,14%
97,31%
97,13%
97,39%
97,09%
97,46%
97,00%
97,48%
97,00%
97,48%
97,13%
97,63%
97,10%
97,33%
97,07%
97,39%
97,63%
97,65%
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Answer Drives GS Station with air cooling
Answer Drives GS Station with water cooling
PV Voltage range
Maximum DC voltage
DC voltage ripple
Overvoltage protection
Output voltage
Type of Utility
Grid frequency
Power factor
Protection degree
Dimensions
Altitude
PV voltage range
Maximum DC voltage
DC voltage ripple
Overvoltage protection
Output voltage
Type of Utility
Grid frequency
Power factor
Protection degree
Dimensions
Cooling method
UDC
UDC, max
UDC, max
UPP
UAC
Hz
THDIca
cos
EN 60529
Relative humidity
User interface
Low voltage
EMC
Conformity
Connection to
the grid
430 - 760Vdc (528-800Vdc option)

880V (1000Vdc option)
820V
< 3%
IT Grid
50/60
< 3%
> 0,99 @Pac
IP54
H = 2,9m, L = 2,4m, P = 7,6 - 10,7m depending on power
-10 ~+40C (> 40C reduced by 1 % per C max 50C)
Up to 1000 m a.s.l. (> 1000 m reduced by 1% for each 100 m,
max 3000 m)
CEI 016
OUTPUTDATA
Datidiuscita
ANSWERDRIVESGS
Rated
current
Rated
power
CODE
CN8M580N25F
CN8M700N25F
CN8M860N25F
CN8M1K1N30F
CN8M1K4N30F
CN8M1K7N30F
ANSWERDRIVESGS Efficiency[%],
STATION
5%
CN8M580-1K1 92,62
CN8M700-1K4 92,71
CN8M860-1K7 92,62
ENCLOSURE
25feet
25feet
35feet
35feet
35feet
35feet
10%
95,55
95,00
95,55
20%
97,05
97,06
97,05
1020
1220
1530
2040
2440
3060
477
571
716
954
1142
1432
525
628
787
1050
1256
1574
Max.
recom.
PV power
Pdc
PPV
Idc
A KW KW
Rated
current
1071
1281
1606
2142
2562
3212
Pdc/Pdc_nom@Vdc(650V)
30%
50%
80%
97,53
97,87
98,00
97,54
97,85
97,93
97,53
97,87
98,00
Rated
power
489
585
734
978
1170
1468
100%
97,96
97,91
97,96
576
688
863
1152
1376
1726
Euro
eta[%]
97,45
97,40
97,45
Efficiency of the inverter and Clean Power filter measured without control losses.
Euro-eta: 0.03x [5%]+ 0.06x [10%] + 0.13x [20%] + 0.10x [30%]+ 0.48x [50%]+ 0.20x [100%].
Note: Efficiency of the supplied Nidec ASI transformer at rated power 99%.
Efficiency is indicated without the MIRO function.
38
UAC
Hz
THDIca
cos
EN 60529
Standard version
Cogeneration
Relative humidity
User interface
Low voltage
EMC
Conformity
Connection to
the grid
430 - 760Vdc (528-800Vdc option)

880V (1000Vdc option)
820V
< 3%
IT Grid
50/60
< 3%
> 0,99 @Pac
IP54
H = 2,9m, L = 2,4m, P = 6 - 9,1m depending on power
-10 ~+40 C (> 40 C reduced by 1% per C max 50 C)
Water/Air
Water/Water
CEI 016
INPUTDATA
Maximum
power
Pac
PMac
Iac
A KW KW
SIZE
500kW
600kW
800kW
1000kW
1300kW
1700kW
UDC
UDC, max
UDC, max
UPP
OUTPUTDATA
Datidiuscita
ANSWERDRIVESGS
Rated
current
Rated
power
INPUTDATA
Maximum
power
Pac
PMac
Iac
A KW KW
SIZE
500kW
800kW
1000kW
1500kW
CODE
CN8M580N20W
CN8M860N25W
CN8M1K0N25W
CN8M1K7N30W
Efficiency[%],
STATION
ANSWERDRIVESGS
5%
CN8M580N20W 92,6
CN8M860N25W 92,6
CN8M1K0N25W 92,7
CN8M1K7N30W 92,6
ENCLOSURE
20feet
25feet
25feet
30feet
10%
95,6
95,6
95
95,6
20%
97,1
97,1
97,1
97,1
1020
1530
1830
3060
477
716
856
1431
525
787
941
1575
Pdc/Pdc_nom@Vdc(650V)
30%
50%
97,5
97,9
97,5
97,9
97,5
97,9
97,5
97,9
Max.
recom.
PV power
Idc
Pdc
PPV
A KW KW
Rated
current
Rated
power
1071
1606
1921,5
3213
489
734
878
1467
80%
98,0
98,0
97,9
98,0
100%
98,0
98,0
97,9
98,0
576
863
1033
1728
Euro
eta[%]
97,5
97,5
97,4
97,5
Efficiency of the inverter and Clean Power filter measured without control losses.
Euro-eta: 0.03x [5%]+ 0.06x [10%] + 0.13x [20%] + 0.10x [30%]+ 0.48x [50%]+ 0.20x [100%].
Note: Efficiency of the supplied Nidec ASI transformer at rated power 99%.
Efficiency indicated without the MIRO function.
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>> The String Box <<
> System for monitoring and identifying any faults in the strings.
> Input peak overvoltage inverter protection.
> Fuses on the positive and negative poles.
> Simplified maintenance with the output DC switch with opening under load.
Case material
UV ray resistant polycarbonate
Assembly
Wall mount
String fuses
10A (900/1000Vdc)
Max. input current (IPV, max)
8A (>8A upon request)
String cable cross section
The string box enables the connection of several strings in parallel.
1,5 - 6 mm2
Maximum output cable cross section
Up to 2x35 -120 mm2
Earth wire cross section
The current from each string is measured by way of a transducer and any faults are
immediately detected by the monitoring system with fast identification of any problem in
the panels.
Anti-inversion diodes
Output contact surge arrester intervention
NC [1,5 mm2]
Each box has overvoltage protection installed to protect the inverter from overvoltage peaks.
Output contact switch status
NC [1,5 mm2]
The output DC switch facilitates

maintenance operations on the
section with the system still
running in perfect safety.
Thanks to the double insulation
and the IP65 protection rating,
the box ensures the highest level
of protection both for the
operator and for the internal
equipment.
For rooftop installation, generally
the authorities require that the
string box be equipped with an
output DC switch with a remote
trip so as to respond to
heightened safety requirements.
This string box may be supplied with a DC switch equipped with a minimum voltage coil to
separate the PV generator from the inverter (Options are to be requested during the order)..
40
25 - 35 mm2
yes
Power supply
55VDC (-15%, +30%) 200mA (standard)
Multi-contact MC4 connectors
Standard (double - optional)
DC overvoltage protection (dischargers)
yes
Protection rating
IP 65
25C +50C
Relative humidity
From 0 to 95%
Altitude
1000 m s.l.m.
Anti theft
Optional
Data communications
Modbus RTU
Analogue and digital inputs
Size
PVS8S08NN
PVS8S16NN
PVS9S08NN
PVS9S16NN
Number of strings
(parallel)
8
16
8
16
01 0V/4-20mA/PT1 00/programmable
PV Voltage
range
0
0
0
0
760
760
950
950
V
V
V
V
Max voltage
(Ucc, max)
Max output current

(OPV, max)
880 V
880 V
1000 V
1000 V
64 A
128 A
64 A
128 A
Dimensions (mm)
L
A P
920 388 202
1523 388 202
920 388 202
1523 388 202
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42
43
>> The QPSC sub-field parallel cabinet <<
The QPSC parallel cabinet sub-field unites the DC output lines for 4-5 PV plant string boxes
enabling connection to the Answer Drives GS cabinet with a large cross-section cable in
order to ensure a reduced losses.
Two versions are available:
Basic
Advanced
Fuses (1 pair) for each input
Sorge voltage arrester
Output DC Switch with opening under load
50 Vdc-9 A power supply for the string boxes
1 microswitch for each input fuse
A current transducer and a GPVCA* control board
A power supply for field sensors (optional)
*The board collects data from the QPSC and makes them available to the RS485 serial with Modbus RTU protocol
IP55 suitable for outdoor installation in protected areas (e.g., under a shed roof).
Dimensions: 800 1200 400 mm. (l h d).
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45
>> Medium voltage transformers <<

Nidec ASI supplies high efficiency medium voltage-cast resin transformers with power
ratings up to 2 MVA. The transformers are available with one, two or three secondaries.
The secondary voltages mirror the function of the inverter output voltage: 125 V, 202 V,
270 V and 337 V *.
> Optional electronic control unit and temperature, alarm set configuration and trip display
> Contact in output for fault sensor fault signalling and configurable contact for cooling fan
control
Primary voltage
Frequency
Vector Group
Primary insulation class
15-20KV
50Hz/60Hz
Dyn1 1
24/50/95KV
Secondary insulation class
1,1/3 KV
D.C. voltage at 75 C (AN)
6,0%
MV output
3 M12 brass shanks
LV output
with plate
Winding temperature sensor
3 PT100
MV output side insulators
Yes
Primary regulation field
+/-2x2,5%
Insulation material class
F/F
Environmental class (EN 60076)
E2
Climate class (EN 60076)
C2
Partial discharge level
< 1 0pC
Earthing plates
Fire resistance (EN 60076)
F1
K ANSI/IEEE 57.110 Factor
Ambient temperature
Humidity
Installation
Protection rating
-25 +40 C
80%
1000 m s.l.m.
IP00 (indoor installation)
Trucks
Wheels movable obliquely
Hoisting eyebolts
*Other voltage values are supplied by request.

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47
ENERGY METER
THE WEATHER STATION
>> For subsidized energy metering <<
>> Don't let the weather put you off <<
A static meter with LV connection is foreseen for measurement of subsidized electricity.

The meter may be mounted onto the Answer Drives GS cabinet or in a separate box.
The weather station is ideal for users who give great importance to the total analysis of performance even on the PV power generation side.
The meter is to be checked and certified with a cumulative certification +CT and VT
including tax duty. Supplied standard are: UTF, CT e VT proof terminal block for BT Cl 0.5
(with UTF certificate), GSM MODEM power supply, stylus antenna, terminal board and
wiring for connection to meter.
Weather conditions influence PV electricity production to a great degree, yet this does not
mean that efficiency cannot be optimized.
The meter, besides in situ reading, can acquire the impulses from one or more meters.
The Nidec ASI weather station uses a multi-function sensor, which, besides module insolation
and temperature data, also manages an ambient temperature sensor and an anemometer for
the purpose of making even more precise calculations on the operation of the PV system.
In systems with LV/MV transformers with two secondaries, two meters are required, one of
which will be the master acquiring the reading of the second so as to provide a single
electricity reading.
The data gathered by the station enable the calculation of the nominal power provided by the
current insolation and by the module temperatures and the comparison of this with the actual
power measured by the inverters. Significant downward shifts signal faulty system operation.
In this manner shaded areas, dirty panels and hard to find power reductions due, for
example, to the degradation of one of
the panels can be identified.
> ENEL Approved

> Activite energy accuracy in compliance with
EN50470-3: class C
> Conformity to Legislative Decree no. 22
dated 02/02/2007 (Implementation of the
MID Directive)
> Indirect insertion (by way of CT and VT)
> Rated Frequency 50/60 Hz
> Auxiliary power supply (48 - 240 V DC or 57
- 415 V AC auto-ranging)
> Auxiliary and impulse inputs and outputs in
complete configuration
> Communication ports 1 RS232 + 1 RS485
> CE Marking
48
The sensor output is in RS485 with the

Modbus protocol, particularly indicated
in applications where the sensors are far
from the data logger. Just make the
simple connection of the station, by way
of the Data Logger serial port, which will
then transmit the data received to a PC
or to an Internet site for further
processing.
For users with less weighty needs, the
station may be provided in a basic
version that will measure the insolation,
ambient temperature and module
temperatures.
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THE PORTAL WEB
Nidec ASI web portal service is available to customers.

This service enables a remote check on PV systems via the Web with acquisition of data relative
to the plant.
The user accesses the site using a personal password ensuring a high level of confidentiality
and security for the data.
The user will be capable of checking on the efficiency of the system in terms of electricity
production and in terms of economic earnings whilst diagnostics on the entire plant may be
run at any moment during operation.
>> Data anywhere <<
Management service of any alarms warns staff in regard to the possibility of a malfunction
either by the web or SMS enabling a timely intervention on the plant.
The service interface is intuitive and makes data recovery easy.
TOTAL PRODUCTION (from the meter, if present)

Total electricity production [kWh]:
691.070,6
Total C02 savings [Kg]:
380.088,8
Daily electricity production [kWh]:
6.481,1
CURRENT SYSTEM DATA (last update Section 1 15:00)
50
Power input to the grid [kW]:
662,16
Maximum Power input to the grid [kW] (at 13:15):
799,42
Electricity produced [kWh]:
6.481,10
CO2 saved [Kg]:
3.564,61
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>> Actual Case: operational statistics <<

Weekly Electricity Production Graph (system)
Complete Electricity Production System
7.000
> Name:
> City:
> Latitude []:
> Longitude []:
> Number of sections (= datalogger) system:
> Total inverters installed:
> Rated power installed [kWp]:
> Service start date:
San Vito
San Vito dei Normanni
40.658
17.708
1
2
1000
28/07/2010
ELECTRICITY [kWh]
6.000
5.000
4.000
3.000
2.000
1.000
0
06/03/2011
INV 2
TOTAL SYSTEM
[kWh/h]
10.000
9.000
9.000
8.000
8.000
7.000
7.000
6.000
6.000
5.000
5.000
4.000
4.000
3.000
3.000
2.000
2.000
1.000
1.000
0
0
06
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07
08
09
G
10
11
12
13
14
10/03/2011
DAY
12/03/2011
14/03/2011
Monthly Electricity Production Graph (system)
Daily and Hourly Production Graph

INV 1
08/03/2011
15
16
17
18
19
Complete Electricity Production System
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10111213141516171819202122232425262728293031
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OUR SERVICE
Maintenance Contracts
Nidec ASI offers a complete range of customised service contracts with varying durations
making available the experience and professionalism of our highly qualified technical
personnel. Our service guarantees continuing efficiency of your system.
Warranty Extension
>> Reliability even in the management of

your plant <<
It is possible to continue to make use of the warranty privileges by activating the extension of
the warranty period.
Pre-Sales Support
Nidec ASI can provide technical consultancy and commercial estimates.
Installation and Start Up

Our team of specialist technicians at Nidec ASI is operative at an international level to assist
you during installation and commissioning.
After Sales Support

Through our web portal our technicians have access to information relative to your system
and are able to take your place in its management and control.
54
55
CORPORATE
Viale Sarca, 336
I - 20126 Milano
Phone +39 02 6445 1
Fax +39 02 6445 4401
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SUPPORT

Viale Sarca, 336
I - 20126 Milano
Phone +39 02 6445 4254
Fax +39 02 6445 4274
service@nidec-asi.com
For information on the sales office

or sales representative nearest you
contact us at: info@nidec-asi.com
DEP2013.04.10.00EN
www.nidec-asi.com
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160 years of experience committed

> Answer Drives GS

> Answer Drives GS Multipower Inverter

> The Answer Drives GS Station

> The MIRO Function

> ARTICS Smart Energy

> Control and Monitoring

> Technical Specifications

> The Energy Meter

> The Weather Station

> The Web Portal

> Our services

>> Cutting Edge solutions...

Reliable and efficient

>> Standardization and longevity:

Low voltage PVxL Version

Medium voltage PVxM Version

>> Maximum performance...

Rated power [kW]

>> The Plug&Play solution <<

> Easy to install

The input line room contains the MV input line panel,

The MV/LV transformer room contains an MV/LV transformer

The IP54 rating guarantees the installation in any environmental conditions.

>> Cooling System:

>> Aim for efficiency <<

>> Performance Optimization:

ARTICS SMART ENERGY

>> Control at your fingertips <<

Reactive power is managed according to three parameters:

Active power regulation according to the frequency

Grid support by way of reactive power

Dynamic voltage control (FRT)

a) Fixed value for reactive power*.

CONTROL AND MONITORING

>> ADLog remote control <<

>> Smart Control for large systems <<

Smart Control performs the following functions:

Maximum operational DC voltage

Nominal AC output voltage

270Vca/15-20kVca (330Vca/15-20kVca option)

> 0,99 @Pac

Auxiliary power supply

3 x 400Vac +N, 230V 1f from UPS

-10 ~+40 C (> 40 C reduced by 1% per C max 50 C)

Up to 1000 m a.s.l. (> 1000 m reduced by 1% for each 100 m,

< 95% (non condensing)

Optional (on negative or positive pole)

Back lit graphic display, 3 led, 20 keys

EU Directive EMC 2006/95/EC

Harmonized technical standard: CENELEC EN 60439-1

EU Directive EMC 2004/1 08/EC

MV: CEI 016, LV: CEI 021 (in progress)

>> Technical data <<

Answer Drives GS PV8M and PV8L Inverter

* See note at page 33

Rated output current for low voltage version @ 400 V.

* See note at page 33

Rated output current for low voltage version @ 400 V.

>> Technical data <<

Answer Drives GS PV9M and PV9L Inverter

* See note at page 33