RemotePro®
How tight should the terminal screws on my MPPT controller be?
Applicable models: TS-SC24-40N-MPPT TS-SC24-60N-MPPT TS-SC48-60P-MPPT TP-SC24-30N-MPPT TP-SC24-40N-MPPT TP-SC24-60N-MPPT TP-SC48-60P-MPPT The screws on our MPPT controllers need to be hand driven. An electric screw driver or impact driver can easily ...
Why does the load output of my solar controller keep shutting down?
Applicable systems: All RemotePro, UPSPro, and MobileSolarPro systems There are a couple reasons why the load output on the controller will turn off. 1. If the batteries get too low (11.1V for 12V battery, 22.2V for 24V battery, or 44.4V for 48V ...
Which systems come with a pole?
Applicable systems: 720W or larger RemotePro Systems All RemotePro systems with a 720W solar array or larger will come with a top of pole mount and a 6 inch round, 72 inch long pole that needs to be anchored to a concrete footing. Systems with less ...
Can I add more devices to my RemotePro system without increasing the panels and batteries?
Applicable systems: All RemotePro Systems You may need to add additional panels or batteries in order to allow new equipment to be introduced. You can calculate it by going to: “https://tyconsystems.com/tycon-support/tycon-calculators/” Input your ...
How high should I install my solar panel and enclosure?
Applicable Systems: All RemotePro and UPSPro systems. How high should I install my solar panel and enclosure? That will depend on your application. Mounting your enclosure and solar panels high above the ground will discourage vandalism. It’s ...
How can I add a grid or generator powered battery charger to my RemotePro system with MPPT solar controller?
Applicable Systems: All RemotePro systems: The following wiring diagram shows how to add an AC powered battery charger to the RemotePro system to provide supplemental charging of the batteries.
Can I lengthen the cable between the solar controller and the solar panels?
Applicable systems: All RemotePro systems Most Tycon RemotePro® systems come with a 20′ 12AWG cable, though you can also order a 60' cable for your system (part number: RPST-CABLE60-Conn). Sometimes a customer may want to mount the solar panels at a ...
Where can I find a rackmount for my RPSTL/ENC-STL enclosure? Are there 2U or 4U rackmounts available for Tycon steel enclosures?
Applicable models: ENC-STL-24x24x16 All RPSTL and UPSTL systems We don’t offer rack mounts, other than the built-in 1U included in the STL enclosure, but they are available in the open market.
What information do you need to help me size a system?
Applicable Models: RemotePro Systems UPSPro Systems MobileSolarPro Systems Our system design team is happy to help you find the right system for your needs. In order to do so, we will need to know the maximum power draw in Watts for each piece of ...
I have my system hooked up but I’m not getting the correct voltage out of the controller, what’s wrong with it?
Applicable Models: All RemotePro, UPSPro, and MobileSolarPro systems. The two most common causes of incorrect output voltage are having loose or incorrect wire connections, or using a charge controller that was designed for a different application. ...
Are RemotePro systems shipped complete with everything I need?
Applicable systems: All RemotePro systems Systems are shipped with everything that is needed except the mounting pole or tower and CAT5 cables (if needed to interconnect equipment). This includes: Solar panels Solar panel mount Solar panel connector ...
What hardware comes with my TPSM-80×4-UNI solar mount?
Applicable Models: TPSM-80x4-UNI RemotePro Systems MobilSolarPro Systems UPSPro Systems TPS-12-85W TPS-24-360W The TPSM-80x4-UNI comes with the necessary bolts, framework, hose clamps, and fasteners for panel attachment, and contains a guide to walk ...
How long will my battery backup power my equipment? How much autonomy should I expect?
Applicable Models: RemotePro Systems UPSPro Systems MobileSolarPro Systems TPBAT12-9 TPBAT12-50 TPBAT12-180 There is a free calculator to calculate battery backup time at: https://tyconsystems.com/tycon-support/tycon-calculators/ To figure out how ...
How do I calculate how many solar panels/what solar panel wattage is needed to support my equipment?
Applicable Models: RemotePro systems UPSPro systems MobileSolarPro systems We have a free system requirements calculator located at: https://tyconsystems.com/tycon-support/tycon-calculators/ You can use the online calculator or follow the guide below ...
How do I properly care for the batteries in my RemotePro® or UPSPro® system?
Applicable models: All RemotePro®, UPSPro®, and MobileSolarPro systems RemotePro® and UPSPro® systems are designed to maintain proper battery charge within a defined range. Our systems have protections for over-discharge of batteries but batteries ...
How do I troubleshoot my RemotePro® or UPSPro® system?
Applicable systems: RemotePro, UPSPro, or MobileSolarPro systems: Minimum Equipment Needed: - A voltmeter that can show DC voltage. - Wire Ferrules sized 12-18AWG is suggested depending on the system. Testing Batteries: Measure the battery voltage at ...
How long will my battery backup power my equipment?
To figure out how long a battery backup system will keep your equipment powered there is a fairly simple calculation you can do: ((Battery Capacity (Ah) x Battery Voltage (12V)) x Percent Discharge (50%)) / Your Equipment Load (W) So let’s say your ...
Do I need to ground my RemotePro or UPSPro system?
Applicable Models: RemotePro systems UPSPro systems Over the course of Tycon's history, we haven't had many issues regarding ungrounded systems. As such, grounding our solar systems is not required as long as the mounting pole is grounded. If ...
How do I connect my TP-SW8GBT/AT/PSV-U or TP-SW16GBT/AT/PSV-U Switch to the Tycon MPPT Solar Controller?
Applicable to the following products: TP-SW8GBT/AT/PSV-U TP-SW16GBT/AT/PSV-U TS-SC24-40N-MPPT TS-SC24-60N-MPPT TS-SC48-60P-MPPT TP-SC24-30N-MPPT TP-SC24-40N-MPPT Tycon manageable PoE Switches such as the TP-SW8GBT/AT/PSV-U and TP-SW16GBT/AT/PSV-U can ...
How do I Install a concrete footer information for TPSM-350×2-TP?
Applicable to TPSM-350x2-TP Installation Steps: 1. Use the 4 J bolts provided cast into a concrete foundation suitable for the location and the expected loads on the structure. Minimum recommended is 1200mm (48”) Deep and 600mm (24”) square, or about ...