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27 July 2024
Applies to: All SAJ WiFi-enabled inverters using either the eSolar WiFi-D or eSolar WiFi-2 communication module. This covers the R5, R6 and C6 on-grid series, and the H1, H2 and HS hybrid / all-in-one storage series. Estimated time: 10 minutes. You will need The eKeeper app installed and logged in on your smartphone (see app …
16 July 2024
Applies to: SolarEdge inverters using the mySolarEdge app for local commissioning.Estimated time: 5–10 minutesYou’ll need: mySolarEdge app (signed in), access to the inverter, your home Wi‑Fi name & password. Contents Quick start (TL;DR) Check signal & power‑cycle: Make sure your home Wi‑Fi is detectable at the inverter location, then power‑cycle the inverter (off → on) …
26 May 2024
Applies to: All Sungrow string inverters and hybrid inverters using a Sungrow Wi-Fi communication dongle (WiNet-S, WiNet-S2, or older WLAN dongle) with the iSolarCloud app. Estimated time: 5–10 minutes. You will need The iSolarCloud app installed and logged in on your smartphone Your home Wi-Fi network name and password Physical access to your inverter and …
Is your Fronius inverter no longer producing data? Let’s get that back for you with the PSW Energy Fronius Inverter WiFi Reconnect guide. The great news is that this is often only ever a minor issue. Chances are the solar energy system is still producing power, you simply can’t see this information being logged anymore …
29 April 2024
Applies to: All Growatt inverters using a ShineWiFi-X or ShineWiFi-S datalogger with the ShinePhone app. This covers the residential MIN, MIC, MOD, TL-X, and hybrid SPH/XH series. If your datalogger is a ShineLink or ShineLink-X (a different communication type), a separate procedure applies — contact PSW Life Support. Estimated time: 5–10 minutes. You will need …
14 March 2024
Pondering the question “Is Tesla Powerwall worth it” (the investment) has an answer often as individual as one’s self. However, it’s possible to assess whether Powerwall is worth the investment for your circumstance based on three fundamental aspects; Cost, Value and Time. Each of these we explore in detail to determine if Powerwall is, indeed, worth it. …
28 February 2024
Awards are fun. They encapsulate what is excellent in a specific category, put it on a pedestal, and showcase industry segments to the world. But what exactly do those segments represent? Unfortunately, there is no correct answer to eliminate bias, as any award system is only relevant to those who partake. Nevertheless, they bring together …
20 February 2024
2023’s Intersolar Award-winning Aiko solar panel suite will arrive in Australia in Q2 2024. PSW Energy is confirmed as one of the first installers in Australia to offer customers this advanced module design that is currently captivating Europe. Highly anticipated for the residential market, the Neostar 2S features Aiko’s All Back Contact (ABC) cell architecture …
1 February 2024
Certain energy storage technologies promise the world yet deliver below expectations. Meanwhile, Tesla Energy penetrates diverse markets with over 500,000 operational Powerwall units installed globally. Such uptake can only be attributed to successful outcomes for the investment. With refined product selection criteria, PSW Energy believes in benefits for homeowners beyond essential return on investment (ROI) …
29 January 2024
Episode 52 and the first ‘Just Another Solar Podcast’ for 2024, delves into the potential of battery cell price reductions, arresting electric vehicle fires and Queensland’s complex metering arrangements towards the electrification shift. However, more relevant to PSW’s Western Australian customer base and broader solar business owners is the dive into the mindset of Derek …
4 January 2024
Sometimes, a little foresight goes a long way. When committing to an energy investment, it’s good to know if the technology you’re investing in aligns with your ideal future intentions. Safeguard your exposure to potential buyer’s remorse by understanding the new technology direction. Which direction are the world’s leading manufacturers heading in as we enter …
2 January 2024
[at least in 2024] When latest technology models are usually released, the latest model replaces the previous one. In the case of Tesla’s Powerwall, both 2 and 3 models will more likely coexist for unique purposes from 2024. Based on Tesla insight, an all-in-one solar and battery system of equal capacity (13.5 kWh) will be …
