Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth Module

General Information

The Renogy BT-2 is a new generation of Bluetooth module for Renogy solar charge controllers, smart lithium batteries, Dual Input DC-DC, and inverter chargers. Powered by its RJ45 communication port, the BT-2 provides wireless monitoring of the system data and allows users to change parameters through the Renogy DC Home smart phone App.

Key Features

• Wirelessly monitor and control compatible solar charge controllers via Bluetooth
• Connects to the user-friendly smart phone App, Renogy DC Home, to keep track of your system
• Embedded exclusive Bluetooth chip with high efficiency and low energy consumption
• Bluetooth 4.2 and BLE technology provides fast and uninterrupted communication
• Powered directly through RJ45 communication port
• Signal range up to 82ft (25m)
• Two LED lights indicate the power and Bluetooth connection condition

Identification of Parts

The BT-2 Bluetooth module has the following parts:

• Mounting Hole
• Product Model (BT-2 Bluetooth Module)
• Communication Cord (with RJ45 Port)
• Power Indicator (Green LED)
• Link Indicator (Blue LED)
• Communication Status Indicator

The RJ45 port is used for communication and power.

To Download App

1. The Android version of the Renogy DC Home APP is available to download on Renogy.com and the Google Play Store. In the Google Play Store, search "Renogy DC Home" to download.
2. For iOS version, search "Renogy DC Home" in the App Store to download.

Operation

Connection

Connect the BT-2 Bluetooth module to any Renogy solar charge controller, smart lithium battery, Dual Input DC-DC, and inverter charger with an RJ45 port and RS485 communication protocol.

The Renogy DC Home app displays system data such as Solar Energy (Voltage, Amperage, Power Generation) and DC Load (Voltage, Amperage).

Visual representation shows a smartphone displaying the Renogy DC Home app interface connected to a BT-2 module, which is connected to a Renogy Rover Elite 20A MPPT Charge Controller.

Communication status indicator

Green Power Indicator:

Blue Communication Indicator:

Compatible Models

How to Connect Via Renogy DC Home App:

1. First-time users of the Renogy DC Home App will need to create an account. If you have an existing Renogy.com account, you can use those same credentials. Otherwise, you will need to register a new account. The app includes a "Sign Up" screen for new users.
2. After logging in successfully, add your device by clicking the blue plus button or tapping the "+Add devices" link. The app displays "No device yet... + Add devices".
3. An Operation Guide will pop up. Follow the directions: turn on your device's Bluetooth, select "Next", confirm your connection, tap the checkbox, and select "Next". The App will then search for the device. The guide shows screens for "Add A Device" with options to "Next" and indicates "Disconnected ED 7DEA AAFF89" or "The above operation has been completed".
4. When a device is found, select the Bluetooth device, name it if desired, press "Next", and select the type of device you are connecting (e.g., Charge Controller). Upon success, the App confirms the product SKU. Click "OK" to start communicating. The app shows screens for "Available device", "Name your Bluetooth", "Add Device", and "Discover device".
5. In the main interface, you can see the general parameters of the charge controller under the "my devices" section. The app displays "You're Going Green!" with Power Generation and DC Load information.

Technical Specifications

FCC Compliance Statement

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
• (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

(3) FCC 20cm Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Industry Canada Compliance

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• (1) This device may not cause interference.
• (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure. Users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

French translation of the above statements is provided.