Gary Hethcoat
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I've been a Sales Engineer at Tigo since July of 2017.
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Cloud Connect Advanced (CCA): Modbus Connected Devices (Inverters, Meters & Sensors)
This article defines how to connect and import data from external devices (like sensors, meters, etc), via Modbus Protocol. Contents: Modbus Overview Physical Connection Gathering Informa...
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MLPE (TS4/ES) - Updating a Serial Number after Replacement
Contents: Overview Account Permission Web Browser Method EI App Method Overview This article addresses how to change the serial number for a new Optimizer. If you are looking to change the ser...
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Networking 101 - Locating and Identifying Internet Service Equipment
This article discusses basic network devices that may be present at a system's location. Contents: Network Equipment Tigo Data Logger Network Connection Technical Support Network Equipment ...
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PV module Compatibility with TS4 MLPE
Tigo's TS4-series MLPEs (module-level power electronics) are a technology compatible with many of the available PV modules on the market. However, you must check specific compatibility charac...
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Opening and Closing Tigo Access Point (TAP) cover
NOTE: It is very important to verify all clips are closed properly to guarantee weatherproof sealing of the TAP cover. Note: Although we recommend use of a cable designed for RS-485 communications ...
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Design Essentials for Rapid Shutdown using TS4-A-F and TS4-A-2F
This article explains the basics of a Tigo Fire Safety system and how it works. Contents Rapid Shutdown - How it Works Required Equipment Tigo Energy RSS Transmitter Power Specification Frequent...
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Technical Documentation - Where to find Installation Manuals and Quick Start Guides
There are many resources that are available to help you design and implement a successful system! All of the Installation Manuals and Quick Start Guides can be found in the Technical Documentation ...
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Replacing Maximizer Management Unit (MMU) or Cloud Connect (CC) with a CCA
This article explains how to replace a Tigo Data Logger (for example, replacing the MMU (Maximizer Management Unit) or CC (Cloud Connect)) with a new CCA (Cloud Connect Advanced). Contents: How to...
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What are the differences between the TS4-A and the TS4-R products?
The Flex TS4-A and TS4-R are different generations of the same product. They both are add-on (retrofit) MLPE units that can be installed on a standard PV module, which can add functionality to alm...
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Procedure for Testing, Checking, or Disassembling a Tigo MLPE
Contents: Procedural Overview Disconnecting Tigo MLPE Reconnecting (or Replacing) Tigo MLPE Special Notes Procedural Overview Tigo MLPEs (module level power electronics) are intelligent devic...