After running several Off grid and Off grid hybrid styles of AIO's I find myself wishing that the builders would add certain features.
#1. Either a full featured display on the AIO that gave you access to changing practically all AIO settings (things like output voltages and Hz by the numbers and not just a set range) or a darned good method and software to plug a computer into to do this. Said software should be easily found for download and not be internet connected required to work. If they really must be smart phone centric than use a method such as Bluetooth so that it is all done without internet connection required. Off grid folks often lack great internet access.
#2 This AIO's display should allow for being left always on, or have timeout to turn off settings.
#3 NG bonding for AIO should be thoroughly explained for all types of setups from using GAB (grid as backup-UPS style), generator input or no AC input connections. Off grid AIOs should have the ability to enable or disable interior NG bonding. No funky or ambiguos expalntions in the manual.
#4. Off grid AIO's should allow for battery charging from practically any generator.
#5 Good access to wiring blocks and terminals. High quality terminal blocks are a must! While bundling breakers into the AIO may be handy it is not really necessary unless they are good quality.
#1. Either a full featured display on the AIO that gave you access to changing practically all AIO settings (things like output voltages and Hz by the numbers and not just a set range) or a darned good method and software to plug a computer into to do this. Said software should be easily found for download and not be internet connected required to work. If they really must be smart phone centric than use a method such as Bluetooth so that it is all done without internet connection required. Off grid folks often lack great internet access.
#2 This AIO's display should allow for being left always on, or have timeout to turn off settings.
#3 NG bonding for AIO should be thoroughly explained for all types of setups from using GAB (grid as backup-UPS style), generator input or no AC input connections. Off grid AIOs should have the ability to enable or disable interior NG bonding. No funky or ambiguos expalntions in the manual.
#4. Off grid AIO's should allow for battery charging from practically any generator.
#5 Good access to wiring blocks and terminals. High quality terminal blocks are a must! While bundling breakers into the AIO may be handy it is not really necessary unless they are good quality.