MPP Solar PIP-HS User manual

INVERTER / CHARGER
User Manual

Table Of Contents
ABOUT THIS MANUAL .....................................................................................................................................1
Purpose............................................................................................................................................................1
Scope...............................................................................................................................................................1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................................................1
INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................................................2
Features...........................................................................................................................................................2
Basic System Architecture...............................................................................................................................2
Product Overview.............................................................................................................................................3
INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................................................4
Unpacking and Inspection................................................................................................................................4
Preparation ......................................................................................................................................................4
Mounting the Unit.............................................................................................................................................4
Battery Connection ..........................................................................................................................................5
AC Input/Output Connection............................................................................................................................7
PV Connection (Only apply for the model with solar charger).........................................................................9
Final Assembly...............................................................................................................................................10
Communication Connection...........................................................................................................................11
Dry Contact Signal.........................................................................................................................................11
OPERATION .....................................................................................................................................................12
Power ON/OFF ..............................................................................................................................................12
Operation and Display Panel.........................................................................................................................12
LCD Display Icons .........................................................................................................................................13
LCD Setting....................................................................................................................................................15
Display Setting...............................................................................................................................................23
Operating Mode Description..........................................................................................................................25
Fault Reference Code....................................................................................................................................27
Warning Indicator...........................................................................................................................................27
SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................................................28
Table 1 Line Mode Specifications ...................................................................................................................28
Table 2 Inverter Mode Specifications .............................................................................................................29
Table 3 Charge Mode Specifications ..............................................................................................................30
Table 4 General Specifications .......................................................................................................................30
TROUBLE SHOOTING.....................................................................................................................................31
Appendix: Approximate Back-up Time Table ...........................................................................................32

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Purpose
This manual describes the assembly, installation, operation and troubleshooting of this unit. Please read
this manual carefully before installations and operations. Keep this manual for future reference.
Scope
This manual provides safety and installation guidelines as well as information on tools and wiring.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This chapter contains important safety and operating instructions. Read and
keep this manual for future reference.
1. Before using the unit, read all instructions and cautionary markings on the unit, the batteries and all
appropriate sections of this manual.
2. CAUTION --To reduce risk of injury, charge only deep-cycle lead acid type rechargeable batteries.
Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury and damage.
3. Do not disassemble the unit. Take it to a qualified service center when service or repair is required.
Incorrect re-assembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
4. To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect all wirings before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
Turning off the unit will not reduce this risk.
5. CAUTION –Only qualified personnel can install this device with battery.
6. NEVER charge a frozen battery.
7. For optimum operation of this inverter/charger, please follow required spec to select appropriate cable
size. It’s very important to correctly operate this inverter/charger.
8. Be very cautious when working with metal tools on or around batteries. A potential risk exists to drop
a tool to spark or short circuit batteries or other electrical parts and could cause an explosion.
9. Please strictly follow installation procedure when you want to disconnect AC or DC terminals. Please
refer to INSTALLATION section of this manual for the details.
10. Fuses (4 pieces of 40A, 32VDC for 1KVA/2KVA, 6 pieces of 40A, 32VDC for 3KVA, 1 piece of 200A,
64VDC for 4KVA and 5KVA) are provided as over-current protection for the battery supply.
11. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS -This inverter/charger should be connected to a permanent grounded
wiring system. Be sure to comply with local requirements and regulation to install this inverter.
12. NEVER cause AC output and DC input short circuited. Do NOT connect to the mains when DC input
short circuits.
13. Warning!! Only qualified service persons are able to service this device. If errors still persist after
following troubleshooting table, please send this inverter/charger back to local dealer or service center
for maintenance.

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INTRODUCTION
This is a multi-function inverter/charger, combining functions of inverter, solar charger and battery charger to
offer uninterruptible power support with portable size. Its comprehensive LCD display offers user-configurable
and easy-accessible button operation such as battery charging current, AC/solar charger priority, and
acceptable input voltage based on different applications.
Features
Pure sine wave inverter
Configurable input voltage range for home appliances and personal computers via LCD setting
Configurable battery charging current based on applications via LCD setting
Configurable AC/Solar Charger priority via LCD setting
Compatible to mains voltage or generator power
Auto restart while AC is recovering
Overload/ Over temperature/ short circuit protection
Smart battery charger design for optimized battery performance
Cold start function
Basic System Architecture
The following illustration shows basic application for this inverter/charger. It also includes following devices to
have a complete running system:
Generator or Utility.
PV modules (option)
Consult with your system integrator for other possible system architectures depending on your requirements.
This inverter can power all kinds of appliances in home or office environment, including motor-type appliances
such as tube light, fan, refrigerator and air conditioner.
Figure 1 Hybrid Power System

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Product Overview
2KVA/3KVA model
NOTE: For parallel model installation and operation,
please check separate parallel installation guide for
the details.
1KVA model
1. LCD display
2. Status indicator
3. Charging indicator
4. Fault indicator
5. Function buttons
6. Power on/off switch
7. AC input
8. AC output
9. PV input
10. Battery input
11. Circuit breaker
12. RS232 communication port
13. Parallel communication cable (only for parallel model)
14. Current sharing cable (only for parallel model)
15. Dry contact
16. USB communication port
4KVA/5KVA single model
4KVA/5KVA parallel model

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INSTALLATION
Unpacking and Inspection
Before installation, please inspect the unit. Be sure that nothing inside the package is damaged. You should
have received the following items inside of package:
The unit x 1
User manual x 1
Communication cable x 1
Software CD x 1
Preparation
Before connecting all wirings, please take off bottom cover by removing two screws as shown below.
Mounting the Unit
Consider the following points before selecting where to install:
Do not mount the inverter on flammable construction
materials.
Mount on a solid surface
Install this inverter at eye level in order to allow the LCD
display to be read at all times.
For proper air circulation to dissipate heat, allow a clearance
of approx. 20 cm to the side and approx. 50 cm above and
below the unit.
The ambient temperature should be between 0°C and 55°C
to ensure optimal operation.
The recommended installation position is to be adhered to
the wall vertically.
Be sure to keep other objects and surfaces as shown in the
diagram to guarantee sufficient heat dissipation and to
have enough space for removing wires.
SUITABLE FOR MOUNTING ON CONCRETE OR OTHER NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE ONLY.

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Install the unit by screwing three screws. It’s recommended to use M4 or M5 screws.
Battery Connection
CAUTION: For safety operation and regulation compliance, it’s requested to install a separate DC over-current
protector or disconnect device between battery and inverter. It may not be requested to have a disconnect
device in some applications, however, it’s still requested to have over-current protection installed. Please refer
to typical amperage in below table as required fuse or breaker size.
WARNING! All wiring must be performed by a qualified personnel.
WARNING! It's very important for system safety and efficient operation to use
appropriate cable for battery connection. To reduce risk of injury, please use the
proper recommended cable and terminal size as below.
Recommended battery cable and terminal size:
Model
Typical
Amperage
Battery
capacity
Wire Size
Ring Terminal
Torque
value
Cable
mm2
Dimensions
D (mm)
L (mm)
1KVA/2KVA
66A
100AH
1*6AWG
14
6.4
29.2
2~ 3 Nm
2*10AWG
8
6.4
23.8
3KVA
100A
100AH
200AH
1*4AWG
22
6.4
33.2
2~ 3 Nm
2*8AWG
14
6.4
29.2
4KVA
67A
200AH
1*4AWG
22
6.4
33.2
2~ 3 Nm
2*8AWG
14
6.4
29.2
5KVA
84A
200AH
1*4AWG
22
6.4
33.2
2~ 3 Nm
2*8AWG
14
6.4
29.2
Please follow below steps to implement battery connection:
1. Assemble battery ring terminal based on recommended battery cable and terminal size.
2. 1KVA model supports 12VDC system, 2KVA/3KVA model supports 24VDC system and 4KVA/5KVA model
supports 48VDC system. Connect all battery packs as below chart. It’s suggested to connect at least 100Ah
Ring terminal:

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capacity battery for 1-3KVA model and at least 200Ah capacity battery for 4KVA/5KVA model.
3. Insert the ring terminal of battery cable flatly into battery connector of inverter and make sure the bolts are
tightened with torque of 2-3 Nm. Make sure polarity at both the battery and the inverter/charge is correctly
connected and ring terminals are tightly screwed to the battery terminals.
WARNING: Shock Hazard
Installation must be performed with care due to high battery voltage in series.
CAUTION!! Do not place anything between the flat part of the inverter terminal and the ring
terminal. Otherwise, overheating may occur.
CAUTION!! Do not apply anti-oxidant substance on the terminals before terminals are
connected tightly.
CAUTION!! Before making the final DC connection or closing DC breaker/disconnector, be sure
positive (+) must be connected to positive (+) and negative (-) must be connected to negative
(-).

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AC Input/Output Connection
CAUTION!! Before connecting to AC input power source, please install a separate AC breaker between
inverter and AC input power source. This will ensure the inverter can be securely disconnected during
maintenance and fully protected from over current of AC input. The recommended spec of AC breaker is 10A
for 1KVA, 20A for 2KVA, 32A for 3KVA , 40A for 4KVA and 50A for 5KVA.
CAUTION!! There are two terminal blocks with “IN” and “OUT” markings. Please do NOT mis-connect input
and output connectors.
WARNING! All wiring must be performed by a qualified personnel.
WARNING! It's very important for system safety and efficient operation to use appropriate cable for AC input
connection. To reduce risk of injury, please use the proper recommended cable size as below.
Suggested cable requirement for AC wires
Model
Gauge
Torque Value
1KVA
16 AWG
0.5~ 0.6 Nm
2KVA
14 AWG
0.8~ 1.0 Nm
3KVA
12 AWG
1.2~ 1.6 Nm
4KVA
10 AWG
1.4~1.6Nm
5KVA
8 AWG
1.4~1.6Nm
Please follow below steps to implement AC input/output connection:
1. Before making AC input/output connection, be sure to open DC protector or disconnector first.
2. Remove insulation sleeve 10mm for six conductors. And shorten phase L and neutral conductor N 3 mm.
3. Insert AC input wires according to polarities indicated on terminal block and tighten the terminal screws. Be
sure to connect PE protective conductor ( ) first.
→Ground (yellow-green)
L→LINE (brown or black)
N→Neutral (blue)
1KVA
2KVA~ 5KVA

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WARNING:
Be sure that AC power source is disconnected before attempting to hardwire it to the unit.
4. Then, insert AC output wires according to polarities indicated on terminal block and tighten terminal screws.
Be sure to connect PE protective conductor ( ) first.
→Ground (yellow-green)
L→LINE (brown or black)
N→Neutral (blue)
1KVA
2KVA~ 5KVA
5. Make sure the wires are securely connected.
CAUTION: Appliances such as air conditioner are required at least 2~3 minutes to restart because it’s required
to have enough time to balance refrigerant gas inside of circuits. If a power shortage occurs and recovers in a
short time, it will cause damage to your connected appliances. To prevent this kind of damage, please check
manufacturer of air conditioner if it’s equipped with time-delay function before installation. Otherwise, this
inverter/charger will trig overload fault and cut off output to protect your appliance but sometimes it still causes
internal damage to the air conditioner.
CAUTION: Important
Be sure to connect AC wires with correct polarity. If L and N wires are connected reversely, it may cause utility
short-circuited when these inverters are worked in parallel operation.

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PV Connection (Only apply for the model with solar charger)
CAUTION: Before connecting to PV modules, please install separately a DC circuit breaker between inverter
and PV modules.
WARNING! All wiring must be performed by a qualified personnel.
WARNING! It's very important for system safety and efficient operation to use appropriate cable for PV
module connection. To reduce risk of injury, please use the proper recommended cable size as below.
Typical Amperage
Gauge
Torque Value
50A
8 AWG
1.4~1.6 Nm
PV Module Selection:
When selecting proper PV modules, please be sure to consider below requirements first:
1. Open circuit Voltage (Voc) of PV modules not exceeds max. PV array open circuit voltage of inverter.
INVERTER MODEL
1KVA
2KVA
3KVA
4KVA
5KVA
Solar Charger
Charging Current (PWM)
50Amp
System DC Voltage
12Vdc
24Vdc
48Vdc
Operating Voltage Range
15~18Vdc
30~32Vdc
60~72vdc
Max. PV Array Open Circuit Voltage
50Vdc
60Vdc
105Vdc
2. Max. Power Voltage (Vmpp) of PV modules should be close to best Vmp of inverter or within Vmp range to
get best performance. If one PV module can not meet this requirement, it’s necessary to have several PV
modules in series connection. Refer to below table.
Model
Best Vmp
Vmp range
1KVA
15Vdc
15V~18V
2KVA/3KVA
30Vdc
30V~32V
4KVA/5KVA
60Vdc
56V~72V
Note: * Vmp: panel max power point voltage.
The PV charging efficiency is maximized while PV system voltage is close to Best Vmp.
Maximum PV module numbers in Series: Vmpp of PV module * X pcs ≒Best Vmp of Inverter or Vmp
range
PV module numbers in Parallel: Max. charging current of inverter / Impp
Total PV module numbers = maximum PV module numbers in series * PV module numbers in
parallel
Take 1KVA inverter as an example to select proper PV modules. After considering Voc of PV module not exceeds
50Vdc and max. Vmpp of PV module close to 15Vdc or within 13Vdc ~ 18Vdc, we can choose PV module with
below specification.
Maximum Power (Pmax)
85W
Max. PV module numbers in series
1 17.6 x 1 ≒15 ~ 18
Max. Power Voltage Vmpp(V)
17.6V
Max. Power Current Impp(A)
4.83A
PV module numbers in parallel
10 50 A / 4.83
Total PV module numbers
1 x 10 = 10
Open Circuit Voltage Voc(V)
21.6V
Short Circuit Current Isc(A)
5.03A
Maximum PV module numbers in Series: 1
PV module numbers in Parallel: 10
Total PV module numbers: 1 x 10 = 10
Take 2K/3KVA inverter as an example to select proper PV module. After considering Voc of PV module not
exceed 60Vdc and max. Vmpp of PV module close to 30Vdc or within 30Vdc ~ 32Vdc, we can choose PV module
with below specification.

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Maximum Power (Pmax)
260W
Max. PV module numbers in series
1 30.9 x 1 ≒30 ~ 32
Max. Power Voltage Vmpp(V)
30.9V
Max. Power Current Impp(A)
8.42A
PV module numbers in parallel
6 50 A / 8.42
Total PV module numbers
1 x 6 = 6
Open Circuit Voltage Voc(V)
37.7V
Short Circuit Current Isc(A)
8.89A
Maximum PV module numbers in Series: 1
PV module numbers in Parallel: 6
Total PV module numbers: 1 x 6 = 6
Take 4K/5K model inverter as an example to select proper PV module. After considering Voc of PV module not
exceed 105Vdc and max. Vmpp of PV module close to 60Vdc or within 56Vdc ~ 72Vdc, we can choose PV
module with below specification.
Maximum Power (Pmax)
260W
Max. PV module numbers in series
2 30.9 x 2 ≒56 ~ 72
Max. Power Voltage Vmpp(V)
30.9V
Max. Power Current Impp(A)
8.42A
PV module numbers in parallel
6 50 A / 8.42
Total PV module numbers
2 x 6 = 12
Open Circuit Voltage Voc(V)
37.7V
Short Circuit Current Isc(A)
8.89A
Maximum PV module numbers in Series: 2
PV module numbers in Parallel: 6
Total PV module numbers: 2 x 6 = 12
Please follow below steps to implement PV module connection:
1. Remove insulation sleeve 10 mm for positive and negative conductors.
2. Check correct polarity of connection cable from PV modules and PV input
connectors. Then, connect positive pole (+) of connection cable to positive
pole (+) of PV input connector. Connect negative pole (-) of connection
cable to negative pole (-) of PV input connector.
3. Make sure the wires are securely connected.
Final Assembly
After connecting all wirings, please put bottom cover back by screwing two screws as shown below.
1~3KVA 4~5KVA

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Communication Connection
Please use supplied communication cable to connect to inverter and PC. Insert bundled CD into a computer and
follow on-screen instruction to install the monitoring software. For the detailed software operation, please
check user manual of software inside of CD.
Dry Contact Signal
There is one dry contact (3A/250VAC) available on the rear panel. It could be used to deliver signal to external
device when battery voltage reaches warning level.
Unit Status
Condition
Dry contact port:
NC & C
NO & C
Power Off
Unit is off and no output is powered.
Close
Open
Power On
Output is powered from Utility.
Close
Open
Output is
powered
from Battery
or Solar.
Program 01
set as Utility
Battery voltage < Low DC
warning voltage
Open
Close
Battery voltage > Setting
value in Program 13 or
battery charging reaches
floating stage
Close
Open
Program 01 is
set as SBU or
Solar first
Battery voltage < Setting
value in Program 12
Open
Close
Battery voltage > Setting
value in Program 13 or
battery charging reaches
floating stage
Close
Open

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OPERATION
Power ON/OFF
Once the unit has been properly installed and the batteries are connected well, simply press On/Off switch
(located on the button of the case) to turn on the unit.
Operation and Display Panel
The operation and display panel, shown in below chart, is on the front panel of the inverter. It includes
three indicators, four function keys and a LCD display, indicating the operating status and input/output
power information.
LED Indicator
LED Indicator
Messages
Green
Solid On
Output is powered by utility in Line mode.
Flashing
Output is powered by battery or PV in battery mode.
Green
Solid On
Battery is fully charged.
Flashing
Battery is charging.
Red
Solid On
Fault occurs in the inverter.
Flashing
Warning condition occurs in the inverter.
Function Keys
Function Key
Description
ESC
To exit setting mode
UP
To go to previous selection
DOWN
To go to next selection
ENTER
To confirm the selection in setting mode or enter setting mode
LCD display
LED indicators
Function keys

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LCD Display Icons
Icon
Function description
Input Source Information
Indicates the AC input.
Indicates the PV input
Indicate input voltage, input frequency, PV voltage, battery voltage and
charger current.
Configuration Program and Fault Information
Indicates the setting programs.
Indicates the warning and fault codes.
Warning: flashing with warning code.
Fault: lighting with fault code
Output Information
Indicate output voltage, output frequency, load percent, load in VA, load in
Watt and discharging current.
Battery Information
Indicates battery level by 0-24%, 25-49%, 50-74% and 75-100% in battery
mode and charging status in line mode.
In AC mode, it will present battery charging status.
Status
Battery voltage
LCD Display
Constant
Current mode /
Constant
Voltage mode
<2V/cell
4 bars will flash in turns.
2 ~ 2.083V/cell
Bottom bar will be on and the other three
bars will flash in turns.
2.083 ~ 2.167V/cell
Bottom two bars will be on and the other
two bars will flash in turns.
> 2.167 V/cell
Bottom three bars will be on and the top
bar will flash.
Floating mode. Batteries are fully charged.
4 bars will be on.

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In battery mode, it will present battery capacity.
Load Percentage
Battery Voltage
LCD Display
Load >50%
< 1.717V/cell
1.717V/cell ~ 1.8V/cell
1.8 ~ 1.883V/cell
> 1.883 V/cell
50%> Load > 20%
< 1.817V/cell
1.817V/cell ~ 1.9V/cell
1.9 ~ 1.983V/cell
> 1.983
Load < 20%
< 1.867V/cell
1.867V/cell ~ 1.95V/cell
1.95 ~ 2.033V/cell
> 2.033
Load Information
Indicates overload.
Indicates the load level by 0-24%, 25-50%, 50-74% and 75-100%.
0%~25%
25%~50%
50%~75%
75%~100%
Mode Operation Information
Indicates unit connects to the mains.
Indicates unit connects to the PV panel.
Indicates load is supplied by utility power.
Indicates the utility charger circuit is working.
Indicates the DC/AC inverter circuit is working.
Mute Operation
Indicates unit alarm is disabled.

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LCD Setting
After pressing and holding ENTER button for 3 seconds, the unit will enter setting mode. Press “UP”or “DOWN”
button to select setting programs. And then, press “ENTER”button to confirm the selection or ESC button to
exit.
Setting Programs:
Program
Description
Selectable option
00
Exit setting mode
Escape
01
Output source priority:
To configure load power
source priority
Solar first
Solar energy provides power to the
loads as first priority.
If solar energy is not sufficient to
power all connected loads, battery
energy will supply power the loads
at the same time.
Utility provides power to the loads
only when any one condition
happens:
- Solar energy is not available
- Battery voltage drops to low-level
warning voltage or the setting
point in program 12.
Utility first (default)
Utility will provide power to the
loads as first priority.
Solar and battery energy will
provide power to the loads only
when utility power is not available.
SBU priority
Solar energy provides power to the
loads as first priority.
If solar energy is not sufficient to
power all connected loads, battery
energy will supply power to the
loads at the same time.
Utility provides power to the loads
only when battery voltage drops to
either low-level warning voltage or
the setting point in program 12.
02
Maximum charging current:
To configure total charging
current for solar and utility
chargers.
(Max. charging current =
utility charging current +
solar charging current)
10A (Only available for
1K/4K/5K models)
20A
30A
40A

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50A (default)
60A (Only for 4K/5K models)
70A (Only for 4K/5K models)
80A (Only for 4K/5K models)
90A (Only for 4K/5K models)
100A (Only for 4K/5K models)
110A (Only for 4K/5K models)
03
AC input voltage range
Appliances (default)
If selected, acceptable AC input
voltage range will be within
90-280VAC.
UPS
If selected, acceptable AC input
voltage range will be within
170-280VAC.
04
Power saving mode
enable/disable
Saving mode disable (default)
If disabled, no matter connected
load is low or high, the on/off
status of inverter output will not be
effected.
Saving mode enable
If enabled, the output of inverter
will be off when connected load is
pretty low or not detected.
05
Battery type
AGM (default)
Flooded
User-Defined
If “User-Defined”is selected,
battery charge voltage and low DC
cut-off voltage can be set up in
program 26, 27 and 29.
06
Auto restart when overload
occurs
Restart disable
(default)
Restart enable
07
Auto restart when over
temperature occurs
Restart disable
(default)
Restart enable
09
Output frequency
50Hz (default)
60Hz

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11
Maximum utility charging
current
Note: If setting value in
program 02 is smaller than
that in program in 11, the
inverter will apply charging
current from program 02 for
utility charger.
Available options in 1K model:
10A
20A (default)
Available options in 2K/3K model:
20A
30A (default)
Available options in 4K/5K model:
2A
10A
20A
30A (default)
40A
50A
60A
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Setting voltage point back
to utility source when
selecting “SBU priority”or
“Solar first”in program 01.
Available options in 1K model:
11.0V
11.3V
11.5V (default)
11.8V
12.0V
12.3V
12.5V
12.8V
Available options in 2K/3K model:
22.0V
22.5V
23.0V (default)
23.5V

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24.0V
24.5V
25.0V
25.5V
Available options in 4K/5K model:
44V
45V
46V (default)
47V
48V
49V
50V
51V
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Setting voltage point back
to battery mode when
selecting “SBU priority”or
“Solar first”in program 01.
Available options in 1K model:
Battery fully charged
12.0V
12.3V
12.5V
12.8V
13.0V
13.3V
13.5V (default)
13.8V
14.0V