I'm hoping @42OhmsPA runs across what I'm putting in this post but we both used a serial to usb converter and the rs232 port to talk to the tp6048's we were running because the usb port doesn't work worth a flip on that inverter and I'm wondering if it might be semi buggy on this new one. Some are using the usb but I'm wondering it could be causing issues for some.
Install and Operation of the SUNGOLD 10KW 48V SPLIT PHASE SOLAR INVERTER
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42OhmsPA
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I've wondered the same thing.
The SRNE only communicates with SA via USB. Ive had minimal issues with the USB.
Lighthouse Beacon
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ID changing was null, usb power disconnects and reinitializes null, cable changes null, system restarts and config change commands null, usb port changes and restarts all null, inverter isn’t speaking to SA via USB B it seems like. I sent logs to SA support will Update if I get a response
Kenny_
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Can you try connecting to the inverter with a computer? Do you have the software?
I had to get it from Sungold...
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vduX6-TVr5fKuNFXUOK6QtUD5v73zpv9/view?usp=drive_link
maybe...
Lighthouse Beacon
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I haven’t tried that yet I’ll go back and look at your posts when you were doing that
Kenny_
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Just download that software in my previous reply and connect your usb cable...
I actually have the SP6548 inverter. Voltage was over 90 at the time of the shutdown but I'm not exactly sure yet what the voltages etc were. I have to wait until the day is completely done and go through the levels for the whole day. It could be it momentarily hit 40°C which may have caused a momentary overheat. I do know I later had a "general fault" which is who knows what. It's not mentioned in the manual anywhere.
Yup that's how mine is set.
Yup, I know. 39 days to get my system delivered! I almost canceled the order. And now, 3+ weeks waiting on 2 batteries and 2 waiting on a cable. The cable is now close to being here as it arrived in Indy tonight just after 7pm. I didn't get a chance yet to try the wiring you showed as I had to watch a little one for a friend ?
Kenny_
Solar Addict
Did you get a chance to try this? Would confirm whether there is an issue with the inverter and/or cable or if it is an issue with the Pi.
also, if you want to try a microSD burn and restart there's this - https://solar-assistant.io/help/getting-started/prepare-device
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Lighthouse Beacon
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Kenny_
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Hmmmmm....
42OhmsPA
What's in a title?
Interesting. I am using a USB hub but it isn't powered... I haven't seen nearly the errors I was seeing since I've been keeping up with the latest beta updates.
I have a powered hub (somewhere) I can try.
I'm also going to order some ferrite rings to try since I've suspected it could be caused from EFI.
...really I just can't leave anything alone, I like to tinker.
Kenny_
Solar Addict
Many a story I've read with amazement and amusement has had tinkers at the core.
P.S. I didn't know you were having issues with the SA/Pi...
Nice little pun there with the core and his ferrite rings ?Many a story I've read with amazement and amusement has had tinkers at the core.
P.S. I didn't know you were having issues with the SA/Pi...
42OhmsPA
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Nice!Many a story I've read with amazement and amusement has had tinkers at the core.
P.S. I didn't know you were having issues with the SA/Pi...
They weren't bad enough to share, I figured most of them were self inflicted.
Lighthouse Beacon
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Well it wasn’t number 2. I tried multiple cables. I also got another micro sd and installed a fresh copy of SA and still same inability for usb to connect from SA to inverter. Internal Inverter usb/ serial converter on the frits big Time I think
Lighthouse Beacon
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Guys I got a major problem here. I powered everything down and my inverter won’t come back on. Everything is hooked up correct but it won’t start up. Just dark. I see a red light on board
I would try removing all power to the unit. With it being night time you can ignore the solar part but kill battery and ac power then start powering back up and see it will turn on. Also I wouldn't re-add power till that led turned off.
Lighthouse Beacon
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Tried it. Nothing. It won’t start. Straight to red light… Jesus Christ this thing was a lemon man…
I’m so heartbroken right now.
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