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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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%
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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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021001080604020
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

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Example:
Measuring sunlight intensity at 3:00pm during winter of Northern Hemisphere, for a M25 motor installation:
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
Multiply the measured Value by the coefficient in Table 1.0
Sunlight intensity = Measured Value x coefficient
Sunlight intensity = 20KLux x 1.51 = 30.2KLux
Measure the KLux using a Lux meter as shown in Fig 1.0
Measured Value = 20KLux
Fig 1.0
3:00pm 1.51 1.16
K
Calculated sunlight intensity = 30.2KLux
Locate 30.2KLux on the x-axis and draw a vertical line from it until it meets the motor curve. Draw a horizontal
line intersecting the vertical line and the y-axis; gives an estimated number of cycles (within a 24-hour period)
that can be achieved without depleting the battery level. i.e. the motor is only consuming energy harvested
from the sun. In this case it is approximately 10 cycles.
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021001080604020
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
10 Cycles
30.2KLux
SOLAR PANEL CHARGING CURVE
PLOTTED
AGAINST
5.2 Example of Pre-installation Assesment

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6 INSTALLATION
OPTION A. Attaching Mounting Bracket to Window Frame
OPTION B. Attaching Solar Panel via Velcro Strip to a Window or surface
6.1 Mounting Options

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WINDOW
TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THE MOVEMENT OF SUN THROUGHT THE SEASON
NOT ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
VELCRO STRIPS
NOT ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
BENT BRACKET
WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
H
150°-180°
Keep the solar panel as close to the window as
possible.
Solar panel should not be too far from the
window because the performance will be
reduced.
The back of the bracket should not be facing
opposite to the window.
The back of the bracket should be facing towards
the window.
BENT BRACKET
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THE MOVEMENT OF SUN THROUGHT THE SEASON
NOT ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
VELCRO STRIPS
NOT ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
BENT BRACKET
WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
H
150°-180°
BENT BRACKET
WINDOW
NOT ACCEPTABLE

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WINDOW
TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THE MOVEMENT OF SUN THROUGHT THE SEASON
NOT ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
VELCRO STRIPS
NOT ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
BENT BRACKET
WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
H
150°-180°
WINDOW
TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THE MOVEMENT OF SUN THROUGHT THE SEASON
NOT ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
VELCRO STRIPS
NOT ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
BENT BRACKET
WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
H
150°-180°
Use velcro strips to stick the bracket on the
window (vertical orientation).
Use velcro strips to stick the bracket on the
window (horizontal orientation).
HORIZONTAL ORIENTATION VERTICAL ORIENTATION
WINDOW
TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THE MOVEMENT OF SUN THROUGHT THE SEASON
NOT ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
VELCRO STRIPS
NOT ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
BENT BRACKET
WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
H
150°-180°
WINDOW
TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THE MOVEMENT OF SUN THROUGHT THE SEASON
NOT ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
VELCRO STRIPS
NOT ACCEPTABLE
WINDOW
ACCEPTABLE
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
EAVE/SHADE/AWNING
BENT BRACKET
WINDOW
VELCRO STRIPS
H
150°-180°
In case of an eave, shade or awning, the bracket
should not be bent.

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Step 1.
IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
Locate the optimal position for solar panel in window.
Ensure all components are available for installation scenario.
Top Fix Side Fix
Ensure solar panel has adequate exposure to sunlight.
When selecting a position for solar panel, consider any external obstructions like trees, building, signs, etc. that
may limit the amount of sun light reaching onto the solar panel.
IMPORTANT!
Fully charge the Motor or Battery Pack before beginning Solar Panel installation.
The PV panel supports two motor voltages; however a single PV panel can only charge one motor-type at a time.
That is, if the 12V port is connected to a 12V motor, the USB (5V) port is switched off. Conversely If the 12V port is
NOT connected, the USB port is automatically switched on.
Step 2.
OPTION A.
Installing Solar panel
i. Break off excess bracket length using Pliers (if required).
ii. Install mounting bracket to wall/mounting point.
ii. Fix Solar panel to mounting bracket using screw.
iii. Apply stickers onto the Solar Panel to seal unused mounting holes.
Attaching Mounting Bracket to Window Frame
Possible Orientations
StickersScrew
6.2 Installation Process

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Clean the window or surface with alcohol wipe.
Allow surface to dry.
Peel protective film off Dual Locks.
Press firmly onto fixing surface.
Apply hand pressure for 5 seconds and check if firmly attached.
iv.
Dual Lock
Protective Film
Stickers
IMPORTANT!
Any partial or total covering of any solar panel cell will degrade solar panel performance.
OPTION B.
Clean Solar panel front surface with alcohol wipe.
Allow surface to dry.
Peel protective film off one side of Dual Lock and attach to one end of Solar panel.
Press adhesive tape firmly onto Solar panel surface for 5 seconds to ensure good adhesion.
Ensure that Dual Lock does NOT cover any portion of the Solar panel cells.
Repeat previous steps for attaching adhesive tape to other end of Solar panel.
Apply stickers onto the Solar Panel to seal unused mounting holes.
i.
ii.
iii.
Attaching Solar Panel via Dual Lock to a Window or surface

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6.3 Bending Bracket
48mm
22mm
36mm
IMPORTANT!
Bend the bracket prior to installation of the solar panel
The bracket should be bent at a distance of 22mm, 36mm or 48mm from the base of the bracket as shown below:
IMPORTANT!
Ensure the bend angle is between 150° to 180°
Bracket can be bent in order to receive more direct sunlight which provides more energy to the motor.
Make sure that the solar panel has adequate exposure to sunlight
150° - 180°

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IMPORTANT!
Ensure any cables are kept clear of fabric at all times.
Connect Solar Panel with the motor.
5V Micro USB Connection
12V Male Barrel to male 2 pin
SMR connection
or
12V Compatible components: 5V Compatible components:
PARTS DESCRIPTION
MTBPCKR-28 Rechargeable Battery Pack (Optional)
MTDCB-CBLXT48 AUTOMATE | 12V Li-ion Charger
Cable ext 48”/1220mm
MTDCB-CBLXT6 AUTOMATE | 12V Li-ion Charger
Cable ext 6”/155mm
MTDCB-CBLXT96 AUTOMATE | 12V Li-ion Charger
Cable ext 96”/2440mm
PARTS DESCRIPTION
MG03-0302-xxx909
or Equivalent
Male Micro USB to male micro USB
Connector
6.4 Connecting Solar Panel 2.0 with Motor
12V 5V

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7 DIMENSIONS
SPECIFICATION TABLE
Parameters Value
Max Output Power
(Under 1 SUN - 1200W/m²)2.73W
Round Connector
Vmax 12.6V
Imax 220mA
USB Connector
V 5V
Imax 300mA
IP Rating IP40
12.58in
319mm
4.57in
116mm
1.18in
30mm
11.92in
303mm
2.28in
58mm
2.71in
69mm
0.85in
22mm
1.02in
26mm
0.49in
13mm
[8in]
203mm
[6in]
152mm

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8 TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem Cause Remedy
Motor is not responding
Remote control battery is
discharged Replace battery
Battery is inserted incorrectly
into remote control Check battery polarity
Radio interference/shielding
Ensure remote is positioned
away from metal objects and the
antenna on motor is kept straight
Motor distance is too far from
remote control Move Remote to a closer position
Battery power depleted Recharge with AC adapter
(Optional)
Incorrect wiring
Check that motor wiring is
connected correctly (refer to motor
installation instructions)
Motor beeps 10 times when in use
Battery voltage is low / Solar
Panel issue
Solar Panel not providing enough
power
Check connection and positioning
of Solar panel. Ensure sun
exposure is adequate.
Recharge with AC adapter
(Optional)
No output Voltage from round
connector
Not enough light Turn the orientation of Solar Panel
2.0 for more light energy
Round connector is open circuit Connect battery motor for 5
minutes to check charge current
Motor battery capacity is full Run the motor continuously until
the battery voltage is below 12V
No output of USB connector Round connector is charging
battery motor
Disconnect the motor from the
round connector
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