Page 2 - Applicability; The user manual applies to the following products:; Disclaimer; s failure to install and use the product in; Copyright; RENOGY; Date and Revision
Applicability The user manual applies to the following products: z Rover Li 12V/24V 20A MPPT Solar Charge Controller (RNG-CTRL-RVR20) z Rover Li 12V/24V 30A MPPT Solar Charge Controller (RNG-CTRL-RVR30) z Rover Li 12V/24V 40A MPPT Solar Charge Controller (RNG-CTRL-RVR40) Disclaimer z Renogy ensures ...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Information ..................................................................................................... 01 Symbols Used ................................................................................................................................... 01 ...
Page 6 - Symbols Used; General Safety Information; Recommended Cable and Fuse Sizing
01 Important Safety Information The user manual provides important installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for Rover Li Series Solar Charge Controller (hereinafter referred to as charge controller). Read the user manual carefully before installation and operation and save it for future...
Page 7 - CAUTION
02 Important Safety Information z Wear proper protective equipment and use insulated tools during installation and operation. z Do not touch the connector contacts when the charge controller is in operation. z Disconnect all connectors from the charge controller before maintenance or cleaning. z Do ...
Page 8 - General Information
03 Introduction Introduction General Information Rover Li Series MPPT Solar Charge Controller can serve various off-grid solar systems. With the adoption of intelligent MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) algorithm, the charge controller can maximize the energy from the solar panel to charge the bat...
Page 9 - MPPT Technology; Current; Limiting Effectiveness
04 Charging and Activation Logic Charging and Activation Logic MPPT Technology Based on MPPT technology, the charge controller can extract maximum power from the solar panel. With an automatic tracking algorithm, the MPPT technology can track the voltage of the maximum power point that changes with ...
Page 10 - Four Charging Stages; Time; Boost charging voltage; the constant time and preset value of boost per their demand.
05 Charging and Activation Logic Four Charging Stages Rover Li Series MPPT Solar Charge Controller has a four-stage battery charging algorithm for a rapid, efficient, and safe battery charging. The stages include: Bulk Charging, Boost Charging, Float Charging, and Equalization. A Time Time Charging ...
Page 12 - Lithium Battery Activation; diaplays for more than 2 days, it means the; NOTE; Setting the Battery Type; Operation Conditions; lithium battery manually.; Working Logic
07 Charging and Activation Logic Lithium Battery Activation The charge controller can activate sleeping lithium batteries in most cases. Lithium batteries need to be activated when the built-in battery protection is breached, which is usually when lithium batteries are overdischarged. To awaken lith...
Page 14 - You can buy the following optional accessories from; Solar Panel Fuse
09 Optional Accessories Optional Accessories NOTE z You can buy the following optional accessories from renogy.com . Battery FuseRNG-CTRL-RVR20: 25A to 30ARNG-CTRL-RVR30: 30A to 40ARNG-CTRL-RVR40: 40A to 50A The battery fuse protects the charge controller, cables and batteries from overcurrent. Sola...
Page 18 - Recommended Fuse Sizing
13 Recommended Cable and Fuse Sizing Recommended Fuse Sizing For your safety, it is recommended to install fuses at both the input and output ends of the charge controller to ensure safe operations. NOTE z Choose appropriate fuses according to the specifications of the solar panel and the charge con...
Page 19 - com; Recommended Components
14 Components & Tools Components & Tools NOTE z The adapter cable used in this manual can be made by yourself or purchased from renogy. com according to the names in Recommended Components. Recommended Components Battery Battery Adapter Cable (Ring Terminal Adapter Cable) Solar Panel Solar P...
Page 20 - Inspection; Inspect the charge controller for any visible damage; Do not use the charge controller if it has any visible damage.; Environment; ambient temperature range from -4°F to 113°F or -20°C to 45°C.
15 Preparation Preparation Inspection 1. Inspect the charge controller for any visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation, and other visible abnormalities. All connector contacts shall be clean, dry, and free of dirt and corrosion. WARNING z Do not use the charge controller if it has any vi...
Page 21 - Placement; Ensure that there is enough space to install the cable. The
16 Preparation Placement The charge controller can be fixed vertically (terminals facing down) to a wall or horizontally to the floor. + - Solar RS485 Temp . + - Battery + - Load + - Solar RS485 Temp . + - Battery + - Load ≥ 6 in / 150 mm ≥ 6 in / 150 mm 1. Ensure that there is enough space to insta...
Page 22 - Checking Battery; INFO
17 Preparation NOTE z If the Battery Adapter Cable or Solar Panel Extension Cable is not long enough, you can use more extension cables or reselect the installation site. z Read the Recommended Cable and Fuse Sizing in this manual, and select appropriate cables according to the usage. Checking Batte...
Page 23 - System Voltage; Battery or Battery Pack System Voltage = System Voltage; Batteries in Series; Combine the batteries; Checking Solar Panel; Inspect the solar panel for any visible damage including; The solar panels can be combined in parallel or in series as needed.
18 Preparation System Voltage Battery or Battery Pack System Voltage = System Voltage U Batteries in Series Batteries in Parallel System Voltage U: U 1 +U 2 +U 3 System Voltage U: U 1 =U 2 =U 3 2. Combine the batteries in parallel or series as needed. This charge controller supports a maximum system...
Page 25 - Marker Pen
20 Mounting Mounting The charge controller can be mounted on a vertical surface with mounting holes or provided brackets. NOTE z Make sure that the charge controller is installed firmly to prevent it from falling off. Wall-mounted Required Tools Installation Template (Letter Size) Marker Pen ≥238 mm≥...
Page 26 - Install the screws according to the mounting holes marked; Hang the charge controller onto the wall and verify all screw
21 Mounting 3. Install the screws according to the mounting holes marked on the paper. Do not overtighten the bolt. NOTE z Choose appropriate screws according to the mounting holes of the charge controller, and leave some gap between the screw and the surface. 4. Tear off the paper. 5. Hang the char...
Page 27 - Release the charge controller and slide it down into place.; Secure the Mounting Brackets on the mounting holes of the
22 Mounting 6. Release the charge controller and slide it down into place. Tighten the screws. 7. If the screws are not secure, tighten them clockwise with a suitable wrench. NOTE z If the gap between the charge controller and the mounting surface is too large and the screws cannot be tightened with...
Page 28 - Place the charge controller against a flat surface and secure
23 Mounting 2. Place the charge controller against a flat surface and secure it with screws. NOTE z Choose appropriate screws according to the mounting holes of the charge controller. Wall-mounted Mounting with Brackets
Page 29 - Battery Wiring; Make sure the cable retainer is completely open.
24 Installation Installation To ensure safe and efficient operation of the charge controller and to avoid potential damage or hazards, always follow the installation instructions in the sequence described in this manual. Connect the battery to the charge controller before the solar panel. Reverse po...
Page 30 - Insert the bare ends of the Battery Adapter Cables into the; Rotate the screws; Make sure all connections are tight and secure.
25 Installation Temp. RS485 + Solar - + Battery - + Load - 4. Insert the bare ends of the Battery Adapter Cables into the corresponding Battery + and Batt ery - . NOTE z Strip off some of the protective sheath of cables and insert the bare ends of the cables into the screw terminals. Temp. RS485 + S...
Page 31 - ery
26 Installation Battery - + - 1 2 12 - 7. Attach the Battery Adapter Cable connecting to the Battery - of the charge controller to the negative terminal of the battery, and tighten the bolt with a wrench. NOTE z Select a suitable wrench according to the specifications of the positive and negative wi...
Page 32 - Once the tray cables are connected to the battery, the LCD; Solar Wiring; Rotate the cable retainer of the Solar; Make sure the terminal hatch is completely open.
27 Installation 10. Once the tray cables are connected to the battery, the LCD and the Battery LED Indicator will light up, and the charge controller enters nighttime mode. Solar Wiring Connect the battery to the charge controller before the solar panel. Reverse polarity protection does not apply if...
Page 33 - Insert the bare ends of the Solar Panel Extension Cables; Rotate the screws; Make sure all connections are tight and secure.
28 Installation Temp. RS485 + Solar - + Battery - + Load - 3. Insert the bare ends of the Solar Panel Extension Cables into the corresponding Solar + and Solar - . NOTE z Strip off some of the protective sheath of cables and insert the bare ends of the cables into the screw terminals. z Connect the ...
Page 35 - Troubleshooting; Recommended Accessories
30 Installation z The battery voltage is not displayed on the LCD. z The Battery LED Indicator or the Solar LED Indicator does not light up. Read Troubleshooting in the user manual. For more instructions, contact our customer service through renogy.com/contact-us/ . Load Wiring (Optional) You can ch...
Page 36 - Make sure the cable retainer is completely open.; Insert the bare ends of the cables into both Load - and; Rotate the screws clockwise to clamp the wire down and
31 Installation Temp. + Solar - RS485 + Battery - + Load - Open Close 2. Make sure the cable retainer is completely open. Temp. RS485 + Solar - + Battery - + Load - 3. Insert the bare ends of the cables into both Load - and Load + terminals. NOTE z Strip some insulation off bare wires according to t...
Page 37 - DC Load; Connect the cable at the Load - terminal to the negative
32 Installation RS485 Temp. + Solar - + Battery - + Load - 5. Make sure all connections are tight and secure. Load - Load + + DC Load - 6. Connect the cable at the Load - terminal to the negative terminal of the load and connect the cable at t he Load + terminal to the positive terminal of the load....
Page 38 - ) can charge the battery; Insert the green connector of the Temperature Sensor to
33 Temperature Sensor Temperature Sensor The temperature sensor can detect the temperature of the battery and send the temperature to the charge controller for charging voltage calibration, ensuring that the charge controller (with operating temperature ranging fro m -35°C to 45°C or -31°F to 113°F ...
Page 39 - Connect the Bluetooth Module to the RS485 port on the; Tap
34 Bluetooth Module (Optional) Bluetooth Module (Optional) With a Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth Module, the charge controller can be connected to the Renogy app for remote device monitoring. You can monitor and modify parameters of the charge controller through the Renogy app. INFO z Read the user manual of...
Page 40 - Confirm; to add; Tap the charge controller to check paraneters of the charge
35 Bluetooth Module (Optional) 2 HUB Mode Add Devices RCC60RVRU Cancel Confirm Confirm 4. Tap Confirm to add the newly found charge controller to the device list. My Renogy 25% A Device Device Battery RBT12400LFPL- ... Controller Scene Community Me RCC60RVRU % 25 A 0 0 W 0 5. Tap the charge controll...
Page 41 - User Mode
36 Battery Type Battery Type Setting the Battery Type Set the battery type immediately after installing the charge controller. If the charge controller has been connected to a Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth Module, you can also set the battery type from the Renogy app. For more details, see User Mode in this...
Page 42 - Battery Charging Parameters
37 Battery Type Battery Charging Parameters If your battery is not compatible with the preset charging configuration of the charge controller, enter the user mode to program battery parameters. If the charge controller has been connected to a Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth Module, you can also program batter...
Page 43 - For the default values of User Mode, refer to the Renogy App.; If no equalization is required, set it to the same voltage as
38 Battery Type z Parameters in square brackets ([ ]) are automatically adjusted according to the relevant settings, and cannot be set directly. z * By default, Boost Voltage and Overvoltage Shutdown values are set to 14.4V and 16.0V respectively for lithium batteries. Manual modification on Boost V...
Page 44 - Setting via the Charge Controller; To cancel the setting and exit, press
39 Battery Type Undervoltage Warning This voltage value affects the life of the battery. Consult the battery manufacturer and check if this voltage value needs to be set. Low Voltage Shutdown Low Voltage Reconnect Parameters Description Boost Duration Please consult the battery manufacturer if it is...
Page 46 - If no equalization is required, set it to the same voltage as Boost.; to set the boost voltage.; or; to set the float voltage.
41 Battery Type CAUTION z Overcharging and excessive gas precipitation may damage the battery plates and activate material shedding on them. Too high of an equalization charging voltage or too long of equalization charging may damage the battery. Review the specific requirements of the battery used ...
Page 48 - Setting via the Renogy app
43 Battery Type V 14. Press or to adjust the overdischarge voltage according to the usage. 3s 15. After the settings are completed, press and hold for about 3 seconds to save the settings. Setting via the Renogy app If the charge controller has been connected to a Renogy BT-2 Bluetooth Module, add t...
Page 49 - to enter the mode selection interface.; In this interface, you can customize multiple parameters; Setting; appears on the interface, indicating that the
44 Battery Type PV Screen 0 V 0 A 0 W 0.052 kwh Solar Volts Solar Amps Battery Charging Volts Battery Charging Amps Battery Type Sealed 77 o C o F 0 A 13.2 V Battery Temperature Total Energy NOT CHARGING History PV Watts Produced RCC60RVRU 2. Tap ••• in the upper-right corner. PV Screen 0 V 0 A 0 W ...
Page 52 - Monitoring Menu; kWAh; Icon
47 Monitoring Monitoring The charge controller is equipped with a LCD and 4 buttons. You can check the status of the charge controller and set parameters with the buttons. Monitoring Menu Li SLD FLD USE GEL COM 12V 24V C V kWAh MPPTBOOSTFLO ATEQU ATIZE Nighttime Daytime Load Discharging Battery Para...
Page 54 - Kw; Serial Port
49 Monitoring Icon Parameter Description C V kWAh Value / Unit Indicates the parameters of the solar panel or the battery V Indicates the voltage of the solar panel or the battery C Indicates the temperature of the charge controller or the temperature sensor (if connected) Kw Used by the manufacture...
Page 55 - Abnormality
50 Monitoring Icon Parameter Description Abnormality FaultCheck the error code on the LCD. Battery Type User-defined battery Flooded battery Gel battery Sealed lead-acid battery Lithium battery Monitoring Menu Checking Parameters
Page 56 - Checking Parameters; Press
51 Monitoring Checking Parameters Press or to check parameters. Main monitoring interface V Solar panel voltage A Charging current V Battery voltage A Load current Ah Charge capacity Ah Discharge capacity C Temperature Load mode Error code Monitoring Menu Checking Parameters
Page 57 - Turning Load On / Off; Switching Load Mode
52 Load Control Load Control Turning Load On / Off ON OFF If the charge controller is connected to the DC load, press to turn the load on or off. Switching Load Mode You can set the way to turn on / off the DC load. NOTE z To cancel the setting and exit, press . 1. Press or to select the load mode. ...
Page 58 - Value
53 Load Control 3. Press or to adjust the value. Different values indicate the corresponding load modes. You can select the mode according to the table below. Value Mode Description 0 Automatic mode When the charge controller enters night mode (solar panel voltage remains below 10V for 5 minutes), i...
Page 59 - After the settings are completed, press and hold
54 Load Control 3s 4. After the settings are completed, press and hold for about 3 seconds to save the settings. Turning Load On / Off Switching Load Mode
Page 60 - Solar Panel LED Indicator
55 LED Indicators LED Indicators Indicator Description Function Solar Panel LED Indicator Indicates the charging status of the charge controller Battery LED Indicator Indicates the working status of the battery Load LED Indicator Indicates the working status of the load System Error LED Indicator In...
Page 61 - Battery LED Indicator; System Error LED Indicator
56 LED Indicators Battery LED Indicator Indicator Color Status Description White ON The battery is operating normally. White Slow flash for 1s The battery is overdischarging. Charge the battery as soon as possible. White Flash for 0.1s The battery voltage is too high. Disconnect the battery from the...
Page 62 - Fault
57 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Faults Fault Troubleshooting The solar panel is connected, but the LED indicator of the solar panel can not light up. This indicates the solar panel voltage may be too low or the panel cannot be detected by the charge controller. Follow the troubleshooting s...
Page 64 - Switching Load; Error Codes
59 Troubleshooting Fault Troubleshooting The load cannot be powered on after connection. 1. Identify the polarities (positive and negative) on the cables used for the battery. A reverse polarity contact will cause the load to work abnormally. Reverse polarity protection does not apply if the solar p...
Page 65 - Recommended Cable and Fuse
60 Troubleshooting Icon Description Troubleshooting Battery overdischarge Measure the battery voltage with a multimeter. If the battery voltage is too low, disconnect the load from the battery and charge the battery. Battery overcharge Measure the battery voltage with a multimeter. If the battery vo...
Page 66 - Solar panel
61 Troubleshooting Icon Description Troubleshooting Solar panel overcurrent 1. Make sure the solar panel is not short circuited.2. Ensure that the power of the solar panel does not exceed the rated power of the charge controller. Solar panel overvoltage The maximum DC input voltage of the charge con...
Page 67 - Parameter
62 Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Parameter Value Model RNG-CTRL -RVR20 RNG-CTRL -RVR30 RNG-CTRL -RVR40 Rated Battery Input Voltage Non-lithium: 12V/24V (automatic recognition) Lithium: 12V/24V (manual setting) Battery Input Voltage Range 10V to 32V DC Rated Charge Current 20A 30A 4...
Page 69 - MPPT 12V conversion efficiency (12V battery)
64 MPPT Conversion Efficiency MPPT Conversion Efficiency Light Intensity: 1000W/m 2 Temperature: 25°C 96% 95%94% 93%92%91% 90%89%88% 87% 550 525 500 475 450 425 400 375 350 300 250 200 150 20 Vmp 40 Vmp 60 Vmp 75 Vmp 100 50 Output power (W) MPPT 12V conversion efficiency (12V battery) MPPT 24V conve...
Page 72 - Make sure that the indicators are in normal state.; Cleaning; Follow the steps below to clean the charge controller regularly.; Storage
67 Maintenance Maintenance Inspection For optimum performance, it is recommended to perform these tasks regularly. z Check the appearance of the charge controller to make sure it is clean and dry. z Ensure the charge controller is mounted in a clean, dry, and ventilated area. z Ensure there is no da...
Page 73 - ONLY perform the suggested actions below if it is safe to do so.; Fire
68 Emergency Responses Emergency Responses In the event of any threat to health or safety, always begin with the steps below before addressing other suggestions. z Immediately contact the fire department or other relevant emergency response team. z Notify all people who might be affected and ensure ...
Page 74 - Questionnaire Investigation; To explore more possibilities of solar systems,
69 Technical Support To discuss inaccuracies or omissions in this quick guide or user manual, visit or contact us at: [email protected] Questionnaire Investigation To explore more possibilities of solar systems, visit Renogy Learning Center at: renogy.com/learning-center For technical questi...
Page 75 - Save 170 pounds of coal from being burned; Renogy Power PLUS; EC REP; UK REP; FCC Statement
70 RENOGY.COM Renogy aims to empower people around the world through education and distribution of DIY-friendly renewable energy solutions. Renogy Power Plus allows you to stay in the loop with upcoming solar energy innovations, share your experiences with your solar energy journey, and connect with...
