4.2.3. Step 2: Connect external network or system
The 'External Ethernet' RJ45 jack may be used to connect the Battery Control Panel to an external
system, such as:
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Energy control systems, such as power conversion systems and energy controllers
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A laptop, to configure operating parameters and observe status
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A local area network (LAN) connection, for wired internet access
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An Ethernet switch, to access any number of the above devices
The External Ethernet interface is a standard Cat5e-rated RJ45 jack, supporting Gigabit speeds.
Any Cat5e-rated or higher Ethernet cable of suitable length may be used to connect to this RJ45 jack.
4.2.4. Step 3: Connect cellular antenna
This step applies to Battery Control Panel units with the Cellular Network Modem
option.
Connect the supplied screw-in mating antenna to the Cellular Antenna ('ANT') interface. This interface
is a standard SMA jack and it connects to the Battery Control Panel’s internal cellular modem
discussed in
This external antenna is provided to strengthen the signal between the internal modem and the local
cell tower. For installation sites and rooms with weak cellular reception, an extension SMA cable (not
provided) may be used to route the antenna to an area with superior network coverage.
The cellular modem is compatible with network carriers in the USA and Canada only.
Most 3G and 4G networks in these regions are supported by the modem.
Refer to
4.2.5. Step 4: Verify grounding
All components internal to the Battery Control Panel, as well as the enclosure itself, are grounded to
the Protective Earth line of the AC power connector.
These instructions assume that attention is paid to proper grounding instructions and best practices
for any and all Stack Switchgear units and Cell Interface modules. Please refer to the Nuvation
Energy Stack Switchgear: Product Manual for this information.
It is also assumed that similar measures are taken for other components of the battery energy
storage system such as the batteries and the power conversion system.
Nuvation Energy Battery Control Panel - Product Manual
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