rollease acmeda AUTOMATE Solar Panel 2.0 User manual

SOLAR
POWERED
FEATURES:
• Plug n’ play for all 5V & 12V AUTOMATE Li-ion motors & rechargeable battery packs
• Sleek design allows for unobtrusive placement behind most headrails
• Monosilicon/crystal technology allow for up to 12% more efficiency than alternatives
• Low light harvesting technology supports power generation in varied conditions
• Panel Charges when Partially Shaded
AUTOMATE | Solar Panel 2.0 provides supplemental power to all Li-ion wirefree motors
or rechargeable battery packs. The monosilicon/crystal solar panel provides power in
varied conditions including low light situations.
Users can refer to the AUTOMATE Solar Guide for direction related to regional solar
conditions and expected performance available at https://www.rolleaseacmeda.com
INSTR. MT03-0302-067001 V1.0 FEB 2019
USB CHARGE
Soft Stop Battery Check USB Charge
™
Solar Panel 2.0
AUTOMATE

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CONTENTS
1 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT 3
2 KIT COMPONENTS 3
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
4 SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION LOCATION GUIDE 5
4.1 Sun’s seasonal declination differences 5
4.2 Sun’s seasonal performance 6
4.3 Light Transmission 7
5 ASSESSING THE INSTALLATION LOCATION 8
5.1 Pre-installation Assessment 8
5.2 Example of Pre-installation Assessment 11
6 INSTALLATION 12
6.1 Mounting Options 12
6.2 Installation Process 15
6.3 Bending Bracket 17
6.4 Connecting Solar Panel 2.0 with Motor 18
7 DIMENSIONS 19
8 TROUBLE SHOOTING 20

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2 KIT COMPONENTS
1 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
1. Solar Panel
2. L-Bracket - Aluminium
3. Cable: Male Micro USB to male Micro USB Connector Cable
4. Cable: Male barrel to male 2 pin SMR
5. Alcohol Wipe Cloths (Twin Pack)
6. Dual Lock Type 250 fastener
7. Slot & Screw Cover Stickers/Label Set (2+1)
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.
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3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Important safety instructions to be read before installation.
• Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• Incorrect installation can lead to serious injury and will void manufacturer’s liability and warranty.
CAUTION
• Do not expose to moisture or extreme temperatures.
• Do not allow children to play with this device.
• Use or modification outside the scope of this instruction manual will void warranty.
• Installation and programming to be performed by a suitably qualified installer.
• For use with Li-ion Motors and Re-chargeable battery packs only.
• Do not cut power cables.
• Use only Rollease Acmeda hardware.
• NOT suitable for exterior application.
• Do not drill into motor body or Solar panel body.
• The routing of cable through walls shall be protected by isolating bushing or grommets.
• Ensure power cable is clear and protected from moving parts.
• If cable or power connector is damaged do not use.
Important safety instructions to be read prior to operation.
• It is important for the safety of persons to follow the enclosed instructions. Save these instructions for future reference.
• Persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge
should not be allowed to use this product.
• Keep Solar Panel away from children.
• Frequently inspect for improper operation. Do not use if repair or adjustment is necessary.
Do not dispose of in general waste.
Please recycle batteries and damaged electrical products appropriately.

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(90° - Local Latitude)
Avoid Shadowing
Dec 21 (summer solstice)
Mar 21, Sep 21 (equinox)
June 21 (winter solstic
e)
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(90° - Local Latitude)
Dec 21 (winter solstic
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Mar 21, Sep 21 (equinox)
June 21 (Summer solstice)
NORTHERN HEMISPHERE
NORTHERN HEMISPHERE
Take into account the movement of sun throughout the season.
SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE
IMPORTANT!
Avoid Shadowing from trees, awnings,etc for optimal performance.
4 SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION LOCATION GUIDE
4.1 Sun’s seasonal declination differences

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SUMMER PERFORMANCE
WINTER PERFORMANCE
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4.3 Light Transmission
GLASS TYPE TRANSMISSION FACTORS
Single panel 70%
Double panel 63%
Double panel with bronze tint 30%
Double panel with selective low-e coating 45-57%
Light transmission can vary widely with the number of window panes and types of coatings. The type of glass
needs to be assessed. Approximate transmission factors are:
SUMMER PERFORMANCE
WINTER PERFORMANCE
100%
70%
2
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5.1 Pre-installation Assessment
LUX METER
Hold the Lux meter directly against the window glass indoors, in the location you wish to mount the solar
panel, and observe the KLux Reading.
Step 1: Measuring sunlight through the window
5 ASSESSING THE INSTALLATION LOCATION

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TIME OF
MEASUREMENT
ON A PARTICULAR
DAY
COEFFICIENT IN JANUARY (NORTH
HEMISPHERE) & JULY (SOUTH
HEMISPHERE)
COEFFICIENT IN JULY (NORTH
HEMISPHERE) & JANUARY (SOUTH
HEMISPHERE)
1:00am 0 0
2:00am 0 0
3:00am 0.00 0.00
4:00am 0.00 0.00
5:00am 0.00 0.00
6:00am 0.00 13.64
7:00am 0.00 4.96
8:00am 0.00 2.97
9:00am 5.57 1.95
10:00am 1.79 1.53
11:00am 1.24 1.34
12:00pm 1.00 1.09
1:00pm 1.02 1.00
2:00pm 1.06 1.07
3:00pm 1.51 1.16
4:00pm 2.26 1.32
5:00pm 0.00 1.69
6:00pm 0.00 2.56
7:00pm 0.00 5.34
8:00pm 0.00 0.00
9:00pm 0.00 0.00
10:00pm 0.00 0.00
11:00pm 0.00 0.00
12:00am 0.00 0.00
Using the time of the day that the measurement was taken, select the coefficient that corresponds to your
region/time of year.
Note: 0.00 coefficient means that the sunlight intensity is too low to be measured accurately.
TABLE 1.1
Step 2: Estimate performance

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Cyclenumber
PVharvestingenergyperday,mAH
Sunlightintensityatnoon,KLux
NEWPVPANELCHARGINGCURVE,LIGHTATNOON
M25Motor,minthreshold13KLux M28Motor,minthreshold19KLux M45Motor,minthreshold 42KLux
M25motorscycles M28motorcyclesM45motorcycles
GRAPH 1.0
Step 2: Estimate performance - continued
Use the value calculated from Table 1.1 with Graph 1.0 to estimate the number of cycles that the solar panel
can provide over a 24 hour period.
SOLAR PANEL CHARGING CURVE