Bluetooth Module for Solar Charge Controllers
General Information
The Renogy BT-1 is a great addition to any compatible Renogy solar charge controllers. Powered by its RJ12 communication port, the BT-1 provides wireless monitoring of system data and allows users to change parameters through the Renogy BT/Renogy DCHome smart phone App.
Key Features
- Wirelessly monitor and control compatible solar charge controllers via Bluetooth
- Connects to our user-friendly smart phone App, Renogy BT/Renogy DCHome, 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 RJ12 communication port
- Signal range up to 82ft
- Two LED lights indicate the power and Bluetooth connection condition
Identification of Parts
Operation
Connection
Connect the BT-1 Bluetooth module to any Renogy solar charge controller with an RJ12 port and RS232 communication protocol.
Communication status indicator
Green Power Indictor:
| Power Indicator | Status | Note |
| Solid (Green) | Power On | |
| Off | Power Off |
Blue Communication Indicator:
| Link Indicator | Status | Note |
| Flashing (Blue) | Communicating | |
| Off | Stand by |
Compatible Models:
| Compatible Models | All Renogy Controllers with RJ12 port |
| Communication Protocol | RS232 |
| Port Type | RJ12 |
Technical Specifications
| Description | Parameter |
| Model | BT-1 |
| Input Voltage | 12V |
| Standby Power Consumption | 0.04W |
| Operating Power Consumption | 0.05W |
| Communication Range | ≤82ft |
| Serial Baud Rate | Fixed Baud Rate 9600bps |
| Communication Protocol | RS232 |
| Port Type | RJ12 |
| Cable Length | 5.00m (16.4ft) |
| Dimensions | 67.3 X 35 X 14mm |
| 2.65 X 1.38 X 0.55in | |
| Installation Dimensions | 67.3 φ3.5mm（2.66 φ 0.14in） |
| Operation Temperature | -20℃~85℃（-4°F to 185°F） |
| Protection Grade | IP54 |
| Weight | 130g(4.58oz) |
To Download App
- The Android version of the Renogy BT APP is available to download on Renogy.com and the Google Play Store.
In the Google Play Store, simply search “Renogy BT” or “Renogy DCHome” in App store to download. - For IOS version, simply search “Renogy BT” or “Renogy DCHome”in App store to download.
The admin password in App is 135790123 - How to Connect via Bluetooth
Please ensure your device’s Bluetooth setting is turned on.
Select:
Configuration > Search Devices > Device
The green indicator on the BT-1 will turn on once it has successfully connected to the power.
The blue indicator on the BT-1 will blink once it has successfully connected and during communication.
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Documents / Resources
 | RENOGY Bluetooth Module for Solar Charge Controllers [pdf] User Manual Bluetooth Module for Solar Charge Controllers BT-1 |
