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JDsdogs
Nomad II
May 29, 2024
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Another solar question.

MPPT Solar Mate Charge controller 100V - 40A   I noted on the front of the controller that there was a Bluetooth symbol.  Hmmm, must be an app for this thing. Of course, the user manual shows it i...
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    Jun 25, 2024

    To answer my own question.  A reply from Solar Mate.

    The softpower function acts as power saving mode for the solar system/your battery. What it does, is prohibits the solar controller from powering on its screen/Bluetooth functionality when there is only battery power supplied to the controller, and no PV voltage coming from the panels. At night, or during poor solar conditions, you solar controller will not be drawing on your battery bank to power itself on.


    Thank You,

    Alex Fair

    Alex Fair | Testing / Warranty Tech
    Future Sales | Future Solutions
    Phone | 574-262-3688 ext. 115
    Email | Alexf@fsi-sales.com

     

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