Getting started
Setup
- 1
Choose box or image
Pick the preconfigured SolarAutopilot Box, or the software image for your own Raspberry Pi.
Not sure? The box is the simplest route. The image suits people who already have suitable hardware.
- 2
Check compatibility
Confirm your inverter, battery and BMS are on the compatibility list, or send us your models.
Compatibility depends on the exact inverter, BMS, firmware and wiring. We check before you buy.
- 3
Prepare the installation
Find a dry, ventilated spot near your inverter with power and a network connection.
You will need a cable run to the inverter’s communication port. Exact cable and adapter details come with your order.
- 4
Connect your equipment
Connect SolarAutopilot to power, your home network and your inverter.
Always follow your inverter manufacturer’s instructions for its communication port. If in doubt, ask a qualified installer.
- 5
Open SolarAutopilot
Open the dashboard in your browser, complete first-start setup and check live values.
Compare solar, battery and grid readings against your inverter’s own display to confirm everything is working.
- 6
Get help if needed
If something does not look right, our troubleshooting guide and support team can help.
Send your inverter model, BMS and a description of what you see. Photos of the wiring help too.
Customer account
Monitoring lives in your customer account
Products are chosen here. Your customer account and solar dashboard are on our SolarBMS customer platform at login.carbonoz.com. Creating an account does not buy a product, and a new account shows data only once your installation has been connected to it.
Safety first
SolarAutopilot connects to your inverter’s low-voltage communication port only. Never open your inverter or battery, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. If you are unsure, use a qualified installer.
Stuck at any step?
Check the troubleshooting guide, or send us your inverter model, BMS and a description of what you see.