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Newbie VRM dashoard question - what is ... ?


This is probably a dumb newbie question but I cant find the answer!

1. What does this icon represent? Given the various examples I've seen, I am guessing it represents an 'ESS' and all the kit that comprises the ESS (for example in my 3ph system - 3 multi IIs and a Cerbo GX)?


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2. What does External control mean? I've found a few references to the phrase but none make sense (unless somehow it is someone logged into the portal and controlling it that way)?


Answers most welcome!

thanks.

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1234enough answered ·

The big blue thing with lines going in/out is ya inverter, external control means something external of inverter is controlling parameters- for instance if you have a bms that is talking to inverter, this would control charge / discharge

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1234enough answered ·

Can't recall if ESS assistant would also be classed as external control?

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Alexandra answered ·

@joolster

You see External Control when a smart can connected battery is installed. (So any of the supported batteries)

And also when other programs control the system (those guys who interface with other systems and controls).

@1234enough is correct the blue box is the inverter.

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