APsystems EMA Monitoring Web Portal Now Available in Spanish

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APsystems is proud to launch a Spanish language option for its Energy Monitoring & Analysis (EMA) web portal to enhance service to its Spanish-speaking customers around the world. Users can view their solar array performance using the same URL and log-in information as before at APsystemsEMA.com.

APsystems now offers 5 language options for its EMA portal for regional markets including English, Chinese, French, Portuguese and Spanish. The web-based platform, available for free on any connected device, monitors and reports module-level energy production of solar arrays. It also enables APsystems-registered solar installers and contractors to create and manage their customer’s energy monitoring accounts.

Spanish-speaking APsystems customers to help them better manage their solar systems.

APsystems ECU App Now Available in Spanish

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APsystems is proud to launch a Spanish language option for its Energy Communication Unit App (ECU APP) to enhance service to its Spanish-speaking customers around the world.

This smart phone application is designed to control and monitor an APsystems ECU-R as part of an APsystems solar microinverter system. App users can see the working status of the ECU-R and its inverters and can adjust the device configuration.

APsystems now offers 3 language options for the ECU App for regional markets including English, Chinese and Spanish. Through the ECU APP, the following functions could be realized:

  • See the status and configuration of the ECU-R gateway and monitor each inverter
  • Display real-time energy production and other performance data
  • Connect the ECU-R to arouter to upload data to the server and configure the ECU-R gateway
  • Obtain an IP address automatically or use a static IP address
  • Input or adjustinverter IDs in the ECU-R —Configure the ECU-R to display current time
  • Reset the ECU-R Wi-Fi password

APsystems launches APsmart brand of DC MLPE devices

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APsmart is a new brand of DC module-level electronics, including the RSD (Rapid Shutdown Device) and Transmitter-PLC for enabling rapid shutdown compliance at a solar site. Certified to SunSpec and NEC 690.12 Rapid Shutdown requirements, the RSD and Transmitter-PLC offer built-in safety, reliable technology, and are an ideal rapid shutdown compliance solution.

The APsmart RSD System is a SunSpec Alliance Certified [paired] device which maintains constant communication between the RSD and the Transmitter, constantly monitoring voltage and current. When proper voltage is not detected the Transmitter stops sending the keep-alive signal to the RSD-S-PLC device, immediately initiating the module-level rapid shutdown sequence.

About APsmart
From the developers at APsystems, APsmart offers state-of-the-art DC MLPE products. Leveraging APsystems’ proven expertise in module-level power electronics, APsmart solutions are powered by ASIC with its internal IP and integrated with TI chips at the system-level application. Learn more about APsmart and the RSD solution at  APsmartGlobal.com.

APsystems QS1 Microinverter NOW SHIPPING

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The APsystems QS1, an innovative four-module, single-phase microinverter for residential applications, is now shipping.

A bold step forward in microinverter technology, the QS1 offers 300% faster installation time, while offering the highest peak output power and up to 3X faster data transmission speed than PLC. A wider MPPT voltage range will result in a greater energy harvest for homeowners.

The first of its kind, the QS1 is designed to accommodate today’s high output PV panels up to 375W, offering 300W AC output per channel, highest in the microinverter segment. The unit significantly reduces installation time and costs, taking the place of four conventional microinverters per each QS1 installed while providing independent MPPT for each module.

The QS1 shares common AC trunk cabling with APsystems’popular dual-module YC600 microinverter, offering flexible mix-and-match compatibility on the same circuit to enhance site design capability and maximize circuit capacity. Both microinverters utilize the same gateways; installers can choose from the ECU-R, for single or multi-residential installations, or the ECU-C, for applications requiring consumption monitoring and advanced contact/relay features.

The QS1 builds on the successful APsystems line of multi-module microinverters, simplifying installation while reducing installer costs and time on the job site.

QS1 features include:

  • Four-module microinverter with independent MPPT
  • 300% faster installation than conventional microinverters
  • 300VA peak output per channel
  • Accommodates modules up to 375W
  • Wide MPPT voltage range (22V-45V)
  • Meets NEC 2014/2017 690.12 Rapid Shutdown requirements
  • Ultra-fast 2.4 GHz ZigBee communications & Free Monitoring

APsystems Launches QS1 Four-Module 1200W AC Microinverter

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**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

ANAHEIM, USA – September 24th, 2018 – APsystems unveils the QS1, a four-module, single phase microinverter for residential applications at the Solar Power International trade show in Anaheim, USA. A new design for APsystems, the QS1 offers 75% faster installation time, while offering the highest peak output power and up to 3X faster data transmission speed than PLC. A wider MPPT voltage range will result in a greater energy harvest for homeowners.

The first of its kind, the QS1 is designed to accommodate today’s high output PV panels up to 375W, offering 300W AC output per channel, the highest among microinverters. The unit also significantly reduces installation time and costs, taking the place of four conventional microinverters per each QS1 installed while still providing four independent MPPT.

The QS1 utilizes a common AC trunk cabling with the dual-module YC600, offering flexible mix-and-match compatibility on the same circuit to enhance site design capability and maximize circuit capacity. Both microinverters also utilize the same gateways; installers can choose from the ECU-R, for single or multi-residential installations, or the ECU-C, for applications requiring consumption monitoring and advanced contact/relay features.

“Compatibility with the existing YC600 microinverter system gives the QS1 an unprecedented advantage,” said APsystems Chief Technology Officer Dr. Yuhao Luo. “Mixing dual and quad microinverters in the same system adds design flexibility while offering a strong inventory and installation labor advantage over conventional microinverters.”

Today’s solar systems require a more robust communication architecture to manage significantly more data points and in-field software updates. A 2.4GHz wireless Zigbee mesh network offers enhanced data transmissions speed, up to three times faster than conventional powerline communication (PLC).

The QS1 builds on the successful APsystems line of multi-module microinverters, offering reduced logistics costs, integrated communication and connection features, and a wider MPPT voltage range for greater energy harvest during low light conditions.

The new microinverter will be on display at the APsystems booth #2838 at Solar Power International, USA.

APsystems Exhibits at All-Energy Australia 2018-October 3-4!

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All-Energy Australia 2018, one of world’s largest PV conventions, comes to Melbourne on Oct. 3-4 – and APsystems will be there in force.

Join APsystems at our enhanced, interactive booth 2738, where we’ll bring you the most advanced microinverter YC600, and the Energy Communication Unit ECU-C and ECU-R.

The APsystems YC600 is a true utility-interactive microinverter with Reactive Power Control (RPC) technology. It sets a bold new standard for solar microinverter technology, boasting an unprecedented 600VA peak output and accommodating 60- and 72-cell PV modules. A wider MPPT voltage range than competing brands means greater energy harvest for homeowners, and the unit is shelled in a rugged, NEMA 6/IP67, powder-coated aluminum enclosure, bucking today’s trend of plastic casings.

Both ECU-C and ECU-R are the information gateway for APsystems microinverters. The ECU-C is designed for commercial projects and the ECU-R for residential installations. Ideal for single- or three-phase commercial solar applications, the ECU-C features an anti-backflow safety control function and a built-in smart meter to precisely measure power production. The ECU-R collects module performance data from each microinverter unit and transfers this information to an online database in real time, requiring only an Internet connection (via wired CAT5 or Wi-Fi) and power cable.

 

We look forward to seeing you all at All-Energy 2018!

Date: 3-4 October
Booth#:2738
Venue: Melbourne Convention& Exhibition Center 2 Clarendon St.
Southbank VIC 3006 Melbourne, Auatralia

APsystems to Launch QS1 Four-Module 1200W Microinverter at Solar Power International USA

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SEATTLE, Wa.; ROTTERDAM, Netherlands; JIAXING, China – August 27, 2018 – APsystems will unveil the QS1, a four-module, single phase microinverter for residential applications at the Solar Power International trade show in Anaheim, California. A new design for APsystems, the QS1 offers 75% faster installation time, while offering the highest peak output power and up to 3X faster transmission speed than conventional microinverters. A wider MPPT voltage range will result in a greater energy harvest for homeowners.

The first of its kind, the QS1 is designed to accommodate today’s high output PV panels, offer enhanced capability and significantly reduce installation time and costs while providing an unprecedented level of power with four independent MPPT per channel. Common AC trunk cabling with the dual-module YC600, offers flexible mix-and-match compatibility on the same circuit and with the same gateway (ECU-R or ECU-C).

The unit also builds on the successful APsystems line of multi-module microinverters, offering reduced logistics costs and integrated communication and connection features.

The new microinverter will debut at the APsystems booth #2838 September 25-27 at SPI, USA.

APsystems Launches Website Servicing Australia and New Zealand

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APsystems recently launched its dedicated website for the Australia and New Zealand market, to better serve customer needs in the region previously supported by the global APsystems website. Users can visit the new website at: aunz.apsystems.com.

APsystems is proud to have been one of the first microinverter suppliers to enter the Australia/New Zealand market more than 7 years ago. The new website supports the APsystems office in Sydney, established in 2011 to reinforce regional services and warehousing.  The website is also a comprehensive resource, offering information about APsystems products, news, and installations for Australia and New Zealand.

APsystems now offers dedicated websites for several regional markets including Europe/Middle East/Africa, Asia Pacific & Rest of World, China, Canada, USA, Latin America and Australia/New Zealand. From the APsystems website, select “Worldwide Locations” to visit the site of a specific region, and to find out more about local APsystems offices, distribution partners and product information.

APsystems Congratulates “Best Installers in Canada” Winners Awarded at Solar Canada 2018

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APsystems congratulates the winners of its “Best Installers in Canada” award held at Solar Canada 2018 June 20-21, the country’s largest PV convention where APsystems also exhibited its latest groundbreaking microinverter and MLPE technology.

APsystems was also proud to honor our Canadian solar partners with the “Diamond Distributor” and “Golden Distributor” awards at the show. Polaron Solartech was honored as “APsystems Diamond Distributor”, and National Solar Distributors and HES PV were honored as “APsystems Golden Distributor.” Their efforts have helped make APsystems a global leader in solar and we are proud to partner with them to offer outstanding solar solutions to customers throughout Canada.

APsystems also extends a heartfelt thanks to all who visited our fantastic distributors’ booths during the event. It was a very successful exhibition and an ideal platform for PV companies to share their solutions and ideas.

To contact any of our great partners in Canada, simply visit: https://canada.apsystems.com/home/partners/

Join APsystems at Solar Canada 2018!

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APsystems to award winners of the “Best Installers in Canada” contest.

APsystems, a global leader in solar microinverter and MLPE technology, will be exhibiting at Solar Canada, the country’s largest PV convention, in Calgary June 20-21. Come by and check out the latest and greatest APsystems products at any one of our five fantastic distribution partners who will be there in force.

APsystems’ “Best Installers in Canada” contest was launched in May and has since received a great deal of interest and attention. To discover who has been nominated and chosen to receive the “Best Installers in Canada” award, all are invited to join us in congratulating the winners at an award ceremony on June 21st from 9:30-10:00 a.m. at the Solar Canada show.

Date: 20-21 June
Venue: BMO Centre, Calgary, Alberta, Treaty 7 Territory

APsystems’ Distributors:
Polaron Solar: Booth #513
National Solar Distributors: Booth #111
HES PV: Booth #519
Amray: Booth #619
Frankensolar: Booth #323

We look forward to seeing you all at Solar Canada 2018!