User Manual

3 Product Introduction

3.1 System architecture

The POWER CENTER HUB is the communication gateway for the line of Duracell Power Center

microinverters. The gateway collects microinverter data via Wi-Fi and reports this data to the Power

Center’s server via a customer supplied internet connection, either via hard-wired ethernet (recommended)

or Wi-Fi. Local monitoring applications include PC-based web-browser and IOS / Android apps.

3.1.1 System Capacity

A single POWER CENTER HUB can monitor up to a total of 99 PV panels (PV port inputs). Mutiple gateways

can be provisioned where PV arrays exceed this limit.

3.1.2: Basic requirements & prerequisites

• 120VAC power outlet required for the POWER CENTER HUB power adapter.

• Indoor installation only. Outdoor installation requires a non-metallic, NEMA type 4 rated enclosure

(not included). Operating temperature range is -20°C to +55°C.

• Internet service required. Router with dedicated Ethernet port recommended.

• Wall-mounting bracket requires two #8 screws. Use anchors appropriate for wall material.

• Completed serial number map from the Duracell Power Center Microinverter Installation Manual.

• Installer must have a registered Installer APP account (Contact dealer/reseller for details).

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