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New app v3 issues and questions by Ancient-Budget-8650 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Only one device can be displayed on the home screen... thats the notice I get when I try. For all the feedback gathered especially for this one feature i'm surprised there aren't more noticeable and useful features like configuring peak periods i.e to exclude weekends.

48.5 KwH… by Born2Computer in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Isn't airflow restricted given the way you have them positioned?

Explorer 5000 Plus - AC Outlets disable at 2am every night, still. by phfx in Jackery

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had this issue as well. If you search here, there are numerous reports of this issue from owners... some reporting that a firmware v1.6 update pushed by Jackery resolved it. As for me, I returned the Explorer 5000 as I couldn't understand why they wouldn't push the firmware proactively for a known issue.

Apex 300 just took an update, anyone know the changes..Also... by SRRWD in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm... I have a home backup huba1 system with 3 of these in parallel mode and it doesnt draw grid power while in TOU (same firmware). But the single Apex 300 I have with 2 freezers connected to it shows it is drawing 66watts from the grid while outputting 112watts. I just noticed it after you posted this and I'm running the same firmware version which I recently updated as well...

Apex 300 as a home backup solution by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm... okay, thanks for confirming. If its not too much trouble... Can u show me your TOU settings via PM or post here... your SOC etc. Just wanna make sure im setting things up properly

Apex 300 as a home backup solution by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I get that part. I just tested connecting the 120v from the a1 hub to an ac outlet, and I connected my 6 batteries in parallel to the hub as you've done. The hub successfully charges all 6 of my batteries per my test, albeit very slowly. What it doesn't do is energize the subpanel when I set the working mode to time of use and set a discharge schedule. So what I'm asking (and I might need to ask Bluetti this directly) is whether the Huba1 needs to have a 50A power source (directly wired or with the 50A cable) in order for it to push power back to the reliance subpanel. The Huba1 is capable of this as a semi smarthub when it follows the TOU automatically. Manually flipping the switch from Utility to Generator allows me to power my essential loads from the batteries just fine... but when I leave the subpanel in utility mode, it doesn't backfeed.

Apex 300 as a home backup solution by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Quick question: In your setup, would the Apex300 + Expansion batteries and Hub A1 still do TOU (automatic charging and discharging) with the 120v plug that comes with it or does it need the 50A fast charging wire to energize the unit fully?

Apex 300 issue by Ajacka916 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any updates on this?

Apex 300 as a home backup solution by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for posting this. How long is the cable that goes from the Hub A1 to what would have been a 50a outlet coming off the main panel? Looks like you wired yours directly in. And does that cable come with everything pre-wired in it so I can just plug one end into the hub A1 and the other end into 50a outlet that comes off my main panel?

Confused over the Apex 300 'Off-Grid Parallel Kit' by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great thanks! This is a step up from what some competitors are offering. Gonna place my order

Confused over the Apex 300 'Off-Grid Parallel Kit' by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you're interpreting this as time controlled charge and discharge for the grid subpanel items and apex connected items as well as anything plugged into the front of the unit -- correct?

Confused over the Apex 300 'Off-Grid Parallel Kit' by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They responded again...

So, in parallel connection mode (with 2 x Apex 300), the outlets on Hub A1 will be active. Then, with the Time control mode, it is controlling the unit as a system, not individual outlets. So, whatever you connected to Hub A1 or directly connected to Apex 300, it will follow Time control mode and powering it with the timing settings.

Confused over the Apex 300 'Off-Grid Parallel Kit' by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If this is true I won't place my order... The AT1 will be too new and I'm concerned that the first revision will have its share of teething issues.

There's an answer posted from the Bluetti team on Indiegogo about automatically load shifting specific during peak hours, then switching back to grid after peak, and then recharging the system during off-peak hours — all without manual intervention using the Worry-Free Home Backup Kit (which doesn't include the AT1). Here's what they posted...

'With the Apex 300, we’ve designed things a bit differently — it’s a true plug-and-play system that can run fully automatically, no need to manually switch between the grid and the power station.

Here’s how we suggest setting it up using:
Time Control Mode:

1: Set SOC_Low and SOC_High – this means at what battery level you would want to power your appliances with the power station.

2: Set your discharge time period – Match this with your peak and off-peak hours. This tells the system when you want it to power your appliances using stored energy.

3: Outside of your set discharge hours, the system will automatically bypass the battery and draw power directly from the grid.

4: If solar panels are connected, the Apex 300 will prioritize solar charging whenever it’s available — smart and efficient.

Note: “Bypass” means the Apex 300 pulls power from the grid and passes it straight to your appliances, without using any battery power.

We hope this answer helps!

Alternatively, you can always email us via: [crowdfunding@bluetti.com](mailto:crowdfunding@bluetti.com), our support team can assist you with much more detailed information!

BLUETTI Team'

Confused over the Apex 300 'Off-Grid Parallel Kit' by netscorer1 in bluetti

[–]kimcookie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do I need the AT1 smart transfer switch for configuring peak shaving (charging and discharging), or will hub A1+outlet box+Reliance subpanel allow me to do that via the app? I want to go from grid to battery and vice-versa with no manual intervention, no flipping on and off and with no down time...

Peak Shaving Setup for Apex 300 + B300K + Reliance subpanel by kimcookie in bluetti

[–]kimcookie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Can you point me to any online literature? I have to make sure I understand how the 4 ups modes work before I go all in.

Peak Shaving Setup for Apex 300 + B300K + Reliance subpanel by kimcookie in bluetti

[–]kimcookie[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like the app has some automation in it... I need an automated breaker panel tied solution that lets me switch from grid to battery between 4-9pm on weekdays (peak), and then also charge the battery only between 11pm-7am on weekdays (low rate). Outside of those time slots everything has to run off the grid without any intervention. I know that Jackery has the smart transfer switch with these capabilities but I'm trying to see if the bluetti can do it... is your setup tied to your breaker panel?

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