Renogy BT-1 User manual

BT-1
BLUETOOTH
MODULE
Version 2.0
Bluetooth Module for Solar Charge Controllers

The Renogy BT-1 is a great addition to any compatible Renogy solar charge
controllers. Powered by its RJ12 communication port, the BT-1 provides
wireless monitoring of system data and allows users to change parameters
through the Renogy BT/Renogy DC Home smart phone App.
General Information
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Key Features
Wirelessly monitor and control compatible solar charge controllers via Bluetooth
Powered directly through RJ12 communication port
Signal range up to 82ft（25m）
Two LED lights indicate the power and Bluetooth connection condition
Bluetooth 4.2 and BLE technology provides fast and uninterrupted
communication
Embedded exclusive Bluetooth chip with high efficiency and low energy
consumption
Connects to our user-friendly smart phone App, Renogy BT/Renogy DC
Home, to keep track of your system
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Product Model
Mounting Hole
Identification of Parts
Power Indicator
Communication
Status Indicator
Communication Cord

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RJ12 Port

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The admin password for Renogy BT App is
The Android version of the Renogy BT APP is available to download on
Renogy.com and the Google Play Store.
For IOS version, simply search “Renogy BT” or “Renogy DC Home”in
App store to download.
In the Google Play Store, simply search “Renogy BT”or “Renogy DC
Home” in App store to download.
To Download App
1.
2.
135790123
there is no admin password for Renogy DC Home App.

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Connect the BT-1 Bluetooth module to any Renogy solar charge controller with
an RJ12 port and RS232 communication protocol.
Connection
Operation
Solar Panel
Monitoring
Battery
Load
Voltage
Voltage:
Capacity Temp.
MPPT charge mode
Setting Device InfoRecordMonitoring
Current:
14.20V
0.00V 0.00A 0W
13.40V 0.84A
0.77A 11W
Current Power
Voltage Current Power
status: Normal
status: Normal
status: Close
100% 25℃

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Communication status indicator
Power Indicator Solid (Green) Power On
OffPower Off
Compatible Models
Communication Protocol RS232
Port Type RJ12
Status Note
All Renogy Controllers with RJ12 port
Compatible Models
Green Power Indictor:
Blue Communication Indicator:
Link Indicator Flashing (Blue) Communicating
OffStand by
Status Note
RNG-CTRL-RVR30
RNG-CTRL-RVR40
RNG-CTRL-RVR60
RNG-CTRL-RVR100
RNG-CTRL-ADV30
RNG-CTRL-WND10
RNG-CTRL-WND30
RNG-CTRL-RVR20

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How to Connect Via Renogy BT App and Renogy DC Home App:
Open the Renogy BT App, select “Device Info”, then click “Search Device”(Please turn
on Bluetooth on your smartphone, or you will not be able to findthe device), select the
device that you want to connect. After connectingsuccessfully, device status will change
to “Device connecting”. You can alsosee device information on the screen.
For Renogy BT App:

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1.First-time users of the Renogy DC Home App will need to create an account. Ifyou
have an existing Renogy.com account, you can use those same credentials.Otherwise,
you will need to register a new account.
For Renogy DC Home App:

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2.After logging in successfully, you need to add your device. You can do this byclicking
the blue plus button located on the upper right corner or by tapping theblue “+Add
devices” link at the bottom of the screen.

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3.An Operation Guide will pop up. Follow the directions by turning on your
device’sBluetooth and then selecting “Next”. After confirming your connection, tap
thecheckbox and then select “Next”. The App will now look for the device.

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4.When a device is found, select the Bluetooth device, then name the device if
youwish.Afterwards, press “Next” and then select the type of device you areconnecting.
In this example, we will select Charge Controller.When successful, the App will confirm
the product SKU. If the SKU is correct, click“OK” to start communicating with your Rover
30Amp.

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5.In the main interface, you can see the general parameters of the chargecontroller
under “my devices” section.

Description Parameter
Standby Power Consumption 0.04W
Operating Power Consumption 0.05W
Communication Range
Serial Baud Rate
Communication Protocol RS232
Port Type RJ12
Cable Length 5.00m (16.4ft)
Dimensions 67.3 X 35 X 14mm
2.65 X 1.38 X 0.55in
Installation Dimensions
Weight 130g(4.58oz)
Operation Temperature
Protection Grade IP54
≤82ft（25m）
Fixed Baud Rate 9600bps
67.3 φ3.5mm（2.66 φ 0.14in）
BT-1
-20℃~85℃（-4°F to 185°F）
Model
Technical Specifications
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Compliance Statement

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– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
（3）FCC 20cm Statement
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

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(1) This device may not cause interference.
(2)This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
1)L'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2)L'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
L'émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est
conforme aux CNR d'Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique
Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

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The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5
of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain
Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.
Le dispositif rencontre l'exemption des limites courantes d'évaluation dans la
section 2.5 de RSS 102 etla conformité à l'exposition de RSS-102 rf,
utilisateurs peut obtenir l'information canadienne surl'exposition et la conformité
de rf.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated
with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
Cet émetteur ne doit pas être Co-placé ou ne fonctionnant en même temps
qu'aucune autre antenne ouémetteur. Cet équipement devrait être installé et
actionné avec une distance minimum de 20 centimètres entre le radiateur et
votre corps.

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the contents of this manual without notice.
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