This article provides the menu options for the Cloud Connect and Maximizer Management Unit:
Cloud Connect
Management Unit
Press MENU button, then ENTER.
Press DOWN triangle to change ...
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Subject: How To change the Wi-Fi password of a Cloud Connect.
Background: It is common to replace computer networking equipment including a Wi-Fi router or a Wi-Fi Access Point that was being used ...
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The Cloud Connect (CC) Wi-Fi connection for Internet access can be configured from the Tigo SMART app, but can also be configured using the menu buttons on the front panel.
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Introduction
In order to increase the feasibility of solar as a widely used source of electricity, the cost simply must come down. In recent years the cost of PV modules has dropped significan...
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Modules that are older or have lower voltage or current ratings can sometimes be connected to a single optimizer input as long as they do not exceed the ratings of the optimizer. For example, two l...
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Yes, as long as the module specs are compatible with the optimizer. See the Design Tool for more info. You can use the set screw on the optimizer to mount it on the racking.
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The Cloud Connect (CC) is Tigo's second generation of System Management devices (or Data Loggers). This product is no longer in production and may no longer be eligible for RMA replacement under Ti...
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When entering the optimizer serial numbers into the Layout step of the online configuration wizard, it can be faster to use a bar code scanner. (Any generic USB bar code scanner should work.)
C...
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Tigo Energy optimizers do not convert DC to AC. Our DC-DC solution enables greater energy harvest because it is 99.6% efficient and the installation benefits from highly efficient central inverters...
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Tigo optimizers (for Smart Modules and retrofit) are compatible with any inverter technology that exists at the market at the time of manufacturing. This enables system designers to keep working wi...
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If your system has an odd number of modules per string, you can use a dual optimizer (2ES) on a single module by connecting the pair of leads marked Input A to the module, and connecting the pair o...
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The optimizers - Smart Module Jbox or retrofit add ons - are not grounded.
In case of a ground fault to P or N (meaning an unintentional short between ground to Positive and / or Negative) the op...
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The leads for the typical Smart Module Jbox are 1.1 meters. The leads for the 2ES (retrofit) are 1.3 meters standard. Tigo offers an XL version of the 2ES retrofit that has 2.1 meter leads.
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Yes, the Cloud Connect is the new and improved Management Unit.
Click here to see the installation manual.
Additional information about the Cloud Connect:
Internet Connection:
Via WiFi:
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Using the online monitoring tool Tigo’s module partners and Tigo can diagnose 95% of issues in the field without sending someone. The Jbox is removable and field replaceable.
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The MMU (Maximizer Management Unit) is Tigo's first model of System Management devices (or Data Loggers). This product is no longer in production and may no longer be eligible for RMA replacement u...
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If the system is an early adopter of Tigo products, it may have an older Data Logger, as shown here:
Maximizer Management Unit (MMU)
Cloud Connect (CC):
These legacy units are still empl...
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The fundamental differences between Tigo and SolarEdge in Optimization are:
Solar Edge does both buck and boost conversion, so the output voltage goes up and down. Tigo is a buck-only architectur...
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Tigo optimizers are factory-configured in the "on" position, which means voltage as high as open circuit voltage (Voc) is present at the outputs as long as a PV module is connected*. In most cases,...
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For Smart Curve to fail you need a MOSFET component to fail. The failure rate of that component is 4.28 failures out of 10^9 devices (3rd party analysis).
In order for you to exceed the maximum st...
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The MM-2ES shuts down, sends 'output over current' status and all other standard readings as usual, such as current and voltage. The optimizer waits in OFF position until the Management Unit (MMU) ...
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This article discusses the basics of PV-Safe and re-activation on Tigo Legacy systems.
Contents:
PV-Safe Overview
PV-Safe Activation
Safety Precautions
Re-Energize (deactivate PV-Safe)
Video Pr...
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All Tigo Optimizers are dual rated: 600V/1000V. Most cables say “600V UL” and then “TUV 2 PfG 1169”, which is the TUV 1000V certification. The 1000V UL cables say “1000V UL” and have Amphenol H4 or...
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Maximum internal temperature for MM-2ES50 is 110C-120C. In standard operation conditions, meaning installed in a system with up to 25% mismatch, Tigo Optimizer dissipates about ~30C. That means tha...
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Optimizers will continue operating until the smart module reaches the minimum voltage, about 10V. Optimization and monitoring will resume when the optimizer is back in normal operating voltage range.
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Optimizers use an electronic switch instead of a relay. This electronic switch is rated to a voltage that is more than twice the optimizer voltage at maximum power, so it is typically working at lo...
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