BRConnect Gateway Instruction Manual

1. Scope of Delivery

The package includes:

• BRConnect
• Wall mount
• Power supply
• Instruction manual
• Mounting kit

Required tools and accessories:

• Hammer drill
• Pencil
• Torx T20 screwdriver
• Spirit level
• Ethernet cable
• 230V socket

2. Safety Instructions

A) General

The BRConnect may only be operated in accordance with the intended use and specified technical data. Please adhere to all instructions from BRC Solar GmbH and warning notices on the BRConnect. Warning notices must be clearly legible and must not be removed or altered. Applicable local laws, regulations, directives, and standards must be prioritized for operation, installation, uninstallation, and maintenance. The safety instructions in this manual are not exhaustive and serve only as supplementary information.

B) Electrical Specialists

All work related to the product must be carried out by qualified electricians who must comply with national and regional regulations. Electrical work must adhere to the 5 safety rules of electrical engineering. Only install an intact BRConnect with a complete scope of delivery. Use only included accessories, especially for the power supply. Do not modify the BRConnect. Ensure voltage-free string cables are run through the BRConnect during assembly to prevent electric shocks.

C) End User

Under no circumstances should you perform any work on the BRConnect yourself. Do not open the housing. Keep this instruction manual accessible for all product-related activities.

3. Product Overview

A) Assembly

Step 1: Attach the wall mount. Mark the position with a pencil and spirit level, drill 4 holes (6mm), sink 4 dowel pins, and mount the wall mount with 4 screws and washers using a screwdriver.

Step 2: Clip the BRConnect onto the designated pins of the wall mount by pressing evenly on both sides until a click is heard.

Step 3: Pass the string cable through the cable bushing, ensuring the cable is voltage-free. Connect the 24V and Ethernet cables. Ensure correct connection of string cables to prevent errors. Note the sticker on top. Connect the string cable to the inverter with the DC switch off, paying attention to polarity. Connect the string cable to the PV system, then switch on the inverter on the DC side.

B) Intended Use

The BRConnect is a gateway used with the M600-M and BRC Power Manager for module-level data monitoring of photovoltaic systems. Data from the M600-M is communicated to the BRConnect via powerline communication over DC cables and processed there. The end user can view this data via the BRC Power Manager App. A fixed installation by a qualified electrician is required. The BRConnect has an IP40 protection rating and is intended for indoor use, away from liquids, humidity, heat sources, and direct sunlight. It is designed for ambient temperatures of -20°C to +55°C and operation up to 2,000m above sea level. It features Ethernet and WiFi interfaces for data transfer.

WiFi Standard: WiFi 4; 802.11n

WLAN Frequency Range: 2.4 GHz

Improper use voids the warranty. Refer to the limited product warranty at https://brc-solar.de/downloads/.

4. Installation

Step 1: Attach the wall mount. Mark the position with a pencil and spirit level, drill 4 holes (6mm), sink 4 dowel pins, and mount the wall mount with 4 screws and washers using a screwdriver.

Step 2: Clip the BRConnect onto the designated pins of the wall mount by pressing evenly on both sides until a click is heard.

Step 3: Pass the string cable through the cable bushing, ensuring the cable is voltage-free. Connect the 24V and Ethernet cables. Ensure correct connection of string cables to prevent errors. Note the sticker on top. Connect the string cable to the inverter with the DC switch off, paying attention to polarity. Connect the string cable to the PV system, then switch on the inverter on the DC side.

5. Power Manager App / Power Manager App

Step 1: Install the app from the App Store or Google Play Store.

Step 2: Register, log in, and click the plus symbol to set up a new plant. An internet connection is required.

Step 3: Fill in general information and owner details.

Step 4: Enter solar module and inverter data, and specify if battery storage or a wallbox is integrated.

Step 5: Select "Start configuration" to continue setup or "Save & configure later".

Step 6: The BRConnect automatically waits for Bluetooth connection after starting. Select and connect the BRConnect via the app.

Step 7: Enter the number of optimizers connected per string. The app will search for available optimizers.

Step 8: Connect the BRConnect to the internet via WiFi or Ethernet. The app will then search for available optimizers.

Step 9: Create a string plan using drag and drop and place the optimizers.

Step 10: Successful completion of the setup.

For further setup, optimizers must be installed and the BRConnect powered.

6. Operation and Maintenance

Clean the BRConnect only with a dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents. The BRConnect is maintenance-free; if a problem persists, contact support.

7. Replacement and Repair

Dismounting steps are the reverse of installation (see Chapter 4). Ensure string cables are voltage-free. Remove power supply and Ethernet cable. Release string cables from bushings. Dismount BRConnect from the wall mount. Repairs are not permitted.

8. Disposal

Transport packaging is recyclable. Dispose of the BRConnect and associated components as electronic waste according to applicable laws and national regulations.

9. Product Compliance and Contact

BRC Solar GmbH, Gehrnstraße 7, D-76275 Ettlingen, Germany, declares that the BRConnect complies with basic requirements of national directives when installed and used as intended. The full declaration of conformity is available at www.brc-solar.de.

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