In the video Will mentioned he updated the firmware multiple times. How do we update the firmware? I don't see it on the monitoring app or in the configurations on the unit screen. Also is there somewhere where the new firmware and changelogs can be found so we know if we are running the current version?
EG4 new AIO rated 12K output and 18kPV aka "EG4-18Kpv-12LV"
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SignatureSolarJames
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We have confirmed 10 work max
I thought the same thing. There's no firmware listed on the website like there are other eg4 inverters. (https://eg4electronics.com/downloads/)
When I spoke to SS support last week they said there were no newer firmware versions, but I'm not sure my support guy was in the know any deeper than what's listed on the website.
Adam De Lay
Solar Wizard
@SignatureSolarJames @Eddie_Lux any comments on why the inverters didn't meet the listed spec? Looks like it tripped early in Gavin's video as well.
https://eg4electronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/EG4-18KPV-12LV-Manual-1.2.2.pdf - page 69
@Will Prowse have you done any surge testing where it meets the listed specs?
Mason_Signature Solar
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Yes, this is the most comprehensive manual to date with detailed configurations for multiple applications spelled out.
They are stackable.
I did not do it myself, signature solar did remotely when I was not home. I had one of the first versions of the firmware.
I have not done surge testing, I am building new shop down the street to test larger loads. My shop is too crammed. I do run it at 100% for 6 hours at a time every day. But haven't been able to do large inductive loads.
Adam De Lay
Solar Wizard
Doesn't look like it. All the Cat5/6 ports inside the unit look to be used for other types of comms.
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IIRC the serial link for the wifi modem can be used; just need an IP/Serial gateway. Not sure if EG4/SS is documenting the serial interface or not though.
Eddie_LuxPowerTek
Solar Enthusiast
My last msg was wrong. In fact, there's already a solution to make the WLAN available for the current version. I will update the instruction here. Thx
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Eddie_LuxPowerTek
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This is an alternative dongle (WLAN dongle) we have now to enable the cable connection. Manual is attached.
Adam De Lay
Solar Wizard
So where can you get one of those if you want to have it hard-wired as opposed to using the WiFI?
I would also consider the hardwire connection. This is how spotty my connection is right now:
Is anyone else having WIFI connection issues? No other devices are having this issue and the 18kpv is plenty close to the router.
Is anyone else having WIFI connection issues? No other devices are having this issue and the 18kpv is plenty close to the router.
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I stand ready to purchase everyone’s SB 7.7s.
Unfortunately I need to keep mine so I can put it back if I'm ever able to afford a bigger/newer house. Going to take the 18kpv and batteries with me
Eddie_LuxPowerTek
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Accessories should be available here within the next 1-2 weeks. So whoever provide the inverter will provide its accessories. Thx
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It looks like there is going to be a blood bath with these Luxpower dealers.
Watts247 18Kpv Inverter.
No Breaker but only $100 to buy one and it's $1500 Cheaper Plus this is Ian at Watts247 who has an excellent track record for warranty and service.
Watts247 18Kpv Inverter.
No Breaker but only $100 to buy one and it's $1500 Cheaper
Plus this is Ian at Watts247 who has an excellent track record for warranty and service.
Eddie_LuxPowerTek
Solar Enthusiast
Robby thanks for bringing this up.It looks like there is going to be a blood bath with these Luxpower dealers.
Watts247 18Kpv Inverter.
No Breaker but only $100 to buy one and it's $1500 Cheaper
they do the same thing for other brands, including Sol-Ark. They will lose all further support from EG4 or us once they have done it.
Oooh! Love me some good old competition. I'm here for it! ?It looks like there is going to be a blood bath with these Luxpower dealers.
Watts247 18Kpv Inverter.
No Breaker but only $100 to buy one and it's $1500 Cheaper
Holy cow!!!It looks like there is going to be a blood bath with these Luxpower dealers.
Watts247 18Kpv Inverter.
No Breaker but only $100 to buy one and it's $1500 Cheaper
Can't wait to see if anyone builds a similar unit in the next year and sells it for even less.
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watts 24/7 has every one else beat on price for the same exact 18kpv. So that tells me SS has the prices jacked up. Must be why they are not charging shipping right now for them but, it still don't cost as much as the difference in the pricing.
@Eddie_Lux , once they have done what specifically would they lose support?
Quattrohead
Solar Wizard
Oh he's a cheeky little bugger isn't he that Ian LOL I love it.
To be fair he is also knocking out Solark products at a much reduced price as well.
And look at how detailed his specification charts are, he really does tell you everything you need to know.
To be fair he is also knocking out Solark products at a much reduced price as well.
And look at how detailed his specification charts are, he really does tell you everything you need to know.
Zwy
Emperor Of Solar
Anything I bought from Ian has always just worked.
Quattrohead
Solar Wizard
Of course they have them listed at maximum price for now because it is a new product. Don't worry sales will start soon enough.
Mind you looking at all three inverters the Solark has by far the best connections and breakers followed by the eg4 and the lux power looks positively primitive in that department.
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