Renogy ONE M1: Installation & Basic Setup

Published: 01 January 1970
on channel: Freedom in a Can
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2023 Update: Renogy has changed the subscription plans since we first made this video. It was confusing as all get out; now, it's much simpler. YOU DO NOT need a subscription plan in order to remotely monitor your system. All you need is a wifi connection for the R1 and a data connection for your smart phone.

The subscription plans help you record and track historical data and view all of that through their online portal, https://renogy.sjv.io/Y9ooer. The subscription plans also allow you to keep track of more than one M1 or Core at the same time -- so if you have multiple off-grid solar systems this can help you keep track in one place in real time.

Check out our Renogy ONE Core review as well.    • The Best RV Battery Monitor: Renogy ONE Co...  

The Renogy ONE M1 is a complete all-in-one solar energy monitoring and off-grid smart home management device. But what does that all mean? In this video, we'll show you how we installed and connected it to the solar components in our off-grid rolling tiny home. We'll also show you how this device does so much more than just monitor your system. *Get 10% off your purchase anytime on non-sale Renogy products by using our AFFILIATE LINKS below & our PROMO CODE (canlife) at checkout!*

Meet the Renogy ONE - https://renogy.sjv.io/3P1dYy

Smart Accessories:
1. Smart Plug - https://renogy.sjv.io/4eN6L9
2. Smart Relay - https://renogy.sjv.io/YgaWjJ
3. Motion Sensor - https://renogy.sjv.io/MXeNYn
4. Door & Window Sensor - https://renogy.sjv.io/9WYvxW

Blog Review:
https://www.renogy.com/blog/introduci...

The potential for this little device is crazy whether your off-grid home is stationary, floats or rolls like ours. Not only does it wirelessly connect (or via ethernet cables) to all of your Renogy solar devices, it allows you to connect remotely to your system via the Renogy DC Home App on your smartphone or tablet, to view real time data as well as control some of your home's energy systems. Using wireless relays, in addition to some smart gadgets, you can turn on / off appliances, change load parameters, monitor the security of your location and automate many of your daily energy routines. It can help you become more efficient, independent and even, secure.

What we like about the Renogy ONE:
1. Easy to install and set up.
2. Connection to Renogy DC Home App couldn't be easier and allows you to view all of your devices in the app.
3. 4' HD touch screen and switches are clear and super intuitive to use.
4. The potential for adding new components and home energy automation is impressive.
5. Works well even without a subscription plan.

What we are not so crazy about:
1. Programming the automated scenes is not super intuitive.

TIMESTAMPS
00:19 What's in the Box?
01:02 Power Supply to Renogy ONE
01:20 Connection Configuration from Renogy ONE to Solar Devices
02:00 Getting Started Setting Up the Renogy ONE
02:40 Connect to Wi-Fi
03:15 Install DC Home App on Your Smartphone
03:44 Pairing Renogy ONE with DC Home App
04:07 Adding Solar Devices to Renogy ONE
05:57 Connecting DC Appliances to Renogy ONE Switches / Relays
06:18 Using Remote Switches
06:48 Programmable Scenes
07:08 Data Tracking
08:01 Smart Gadgets
08:28 Wi-Fi Troubleshooting using a mobile hotspot
08:57 Wrap Up

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This video is intended to help users plan, organize, calculate, and install a personal DIY solar powered electrical system. We, Shari & Hutch (Freedom in a Can, LLC), are neither professional electricians nor solar installers; we are educators who have learned to install our own system and to empower others to do the same. If you have questions, reach out in the comments section and we'll get back to you.

If you need further assistance beyond our advice, consult a solar professional or certified electrician. Electricity is dangerous, so do your homework, take it one step at a time, and good luck!


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