Greg Smith
I have been in the industry since 2008 when I started as SMA America's technical trainer. I bid SMA farewell in 2015 and hopped over to sonnen, Inc. to help them launch their energy storage system in the U.S. In May of 2021, I transitioned to Tigo as the Technical Training Director. I am a huge fan of renewable energy, BBQ, and gaming. I am a published author and wrote an Amazon best seller about grid-tied lithium-ion storage.
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Checklist: Repowering a PV System with a Tigo EI Inverter
This checklist is a companion article to the more detailed information found here: Repowering a PV System with a Tigo Inverter: The Definitive Guide 1. Assessment of Existing System Inspect the co...
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Repowering a PV System with a Tigo Inverter: The Definitive Guide
Shortcuts:1. Assessment of Existing System2. Voltage and Current Checks3. Inverter Compatibility4. Regularitory and Code Compliance5. System Efficiency and Performance Gains6. Installation Best Pra...
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Using a combiner box with Tigo's RSS Transmitter and PLC
Question: Is it permissible to combine PV strings on the roof with a single output to a PV inverter when using TS4-F or -2F with the RSS Transmitter? Here is an illustration of this question. Answ...
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How to install the Tigo Rapid Shutdown Button
This article explains installing the Tigo Rapid Shutdown (RSD) push button included with the EI Inverter. Video: How to Install the Tigo Rapid Shutdown Button Note: This button must be used with t...
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Tigo Energy Meter Installation
Applications There are two applications for the Tigo Energy Meter: Application 1 Installation with the EI Inverter but without a Tigo EI ATS Application 2 Installation with the EI Inverter...
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EI Residential Solution: How to test Backup Mode after commissioning
This short process outlines the testing method for the EI Inverter, Battery, and ATS. It verifies the system successfully enters Backup during a grid outage, and returns to normal operating behavio...
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How to Calculate PV Module Current Correction for High Irradiance Locations
This article explains how to perform a current correction for irradiance for areas with higher-than-normal irradiance values (>1000W/m²). High-altitude areas typically experience irradiance values...
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ESS Real Talk: Starting large loads
ed by 2 people Greg Smith 3 years ago One of the most common questions ESS designers have regarding ESS capabilities is whether the system can start large loads like air conditioners...
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How to activate the GO Cellular Kit
Use this document to activate the GO Cellular kit after it has been installed in the Tigo Inverter. Click here for the installation procedure. For installation assistance, refer to the Tigo Inverte...
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Tigo EI Inverters on 208V Three Phase Service
All Tigo EI Inverter models (3.8, 7.6, 11.4 kW) are 208V and 240V compatible. Although the EI Inverters are single-phase, they can be used on a three-phase 208V AC panel. Pick two phases for the in...