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How to Set Up Solar Panel Monitoring

Set up solar panel monitoring to track what your solar panels produce from your phone.

Steps

  1. 1

    Find the brand of your solar panel system.

    Check the paperwork from your solar installer or look at the inverter label on the side of your house.

  2. 2

    Download the monitoring app

    for your system brand such as Enphase, SolarEdge, or Tesla from your phone's app store.

  3. 3

    Create an account

    in the app using the serial number from your solar inverter. The serial number is on the side of the inverter box.

  4. 4

    Connect the monitoring system to your wifi

    so the app can receive live data from your solar panels throughout the day.

  5. 5

    Check the dashboard

    to see how much energy your panels are producing, how much your home is using, and your savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an internet connection for solar monitoring?Show
Yes, the monitoring system needs wifi to send data from your inverter to the app on your phone.
Can I see how much money my solar panels save me?Show
Yes, most monitoring apps show your estimated savings in dollars based on your local electricity rates.
What does a solar inverter do?Show
The inverter changes the direct current from your solar panels into alternating current that your home can use.
How do I know if my solar panels are working?Show
Open the monitoring app and check the live production graph. If the line is flat on a sunny day, there is a problem.

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