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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Tigo Access Point (TAP) Communication Cable Types and Installation
Contents: TAP Communication Cable Requirements Recommended Cable Types Maximum Cable Length Recommendations Using Ethernet Cables (Cat 5 / Cat 6) Installation Tips! Introduction This article ex...
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Tigo String Sizing Tool
The Tigo Solar Sizing Tool is designed to help you determine the number of modules per string and the number of strings the Tigo EI Inverter (US) will need to operate correctly. IMPORTANT The Ti...
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Does the Tigo EI 200A ATS use a bolt-down breaker?
TL;DNR Answer: No, and it is not required to have one. Background Some inspectors require breaker bolt-downs for battery circuits, referencing NEC 408.36(D) as the source article. This article ...
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Troubleshooting: RSS Transmitter with Pure Signal Technology
Introduction This guide suggests troubleshooting tips for the Tigo RSS Transmitter with Pure Signal Technology (RSSx PST). Observing visual cues is the primary form of troubleshooting for this ...
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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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Installer Companion Guide - EI Energy Storage System
This guide is relevant for all Tigo Energy Intelligence (EI) products. This is a must-read for all new customers! EI Inverter3.8, 7.6, 11.4 kW EI Battery9.9 x4 kWh EI Automatic Transfer...
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Installer Companion Guide – TS4, CCA, and TAP Installation & Design
This is a must-read for all new customers! Applicable Products: TS4-A-O/S and TS4-X-O/S Cloud Connect Advanced (CCA) & Tigo Access Point (TAP) 5-Minute Videos You Should Watch First...
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How to AC couple a third party inverter with the Tigo Energy Storage System
"Can I add a Tigo energy storage solution to my existing solar system?" The answer is YES! AC Coupled System In an AC coupled system, the solar from an existing third-party (non-Tigo) inverter ...
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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...