AGFAPHOTO SP120 Solar Panel User Manual
- October 30, 2023
- AGFAPHOTO
Table of Contents
- AGFAPHOTO SP120 Solar Panel
- Product Information
- Product Usage Instructions
- SET INCLUDES
- INTRODUCTION
- Safety instructions
- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
- SOLAR CONTROLLER
- Overview
- Product features
- Setting operations
- Battery protection
- Setting operation
- Troubleshooting
- Technical Parameters
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
AGFAPHOTO SP120 Solar Panel
Product Information
The AgfaPhoto Solar Panel SP120 is a foldable solar panel that can be used to charge batteries using solar energy. The product comes with a 50cm and 30cm 14AWG Anderson output, safety fuse, 2.5m and 3m 14AWG 2xAnderson, and a user manual. The solar panel has a maximum power output of 120W, maximum voltage of 19.8V, and a maximum current of 6.07A. The product also includes a solar charge controller that has LED indicators for battery status, load status, and PV or charging status. The controller has a mini Anderson input and a USB output DC5V 1.2A. The controller has a button for load or battery type adjustment, and the battery type can be set to gas-tight or gel.
Product Usage Instructions
- Step 1: Unpack the contents and check that all items are included.
- Step 2: Connect the solar panel to the solar charge controller using the mini Anderson input.
- Step 3: Connect the load or battery to the solar charge controller using the 14AWG Anderson output.
- Step 4: Set the load or battery type using the button on the solar charge controller.
- Step 5: Connect a device to the USB output DC5V 1.2A on the solar charge controller if needed.
- Step 6: Check the LED indicators on the solar charge controller for battery status, load status, and PV or charging status.
- Step 7: If using an inverter, connect it directly to the battery and not to the load side of the controller.
- Step 8: If the LED indicators are not working properly, check the PV wiring, battery voltage, and load short circuit.
SET INCLUDES
| No. | Article | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AgfaPhoto SoLAR PANEL SP120 | 1 |
| 2 | Charge controller with USB type A (female) 5V 1.2A | 1 |
| 3 | 50 cm 14AWG Anderson output | 1 |
| 4 | 30cm 14AWG Anderson output | 1 |
| 5 | Alligator clips Red(+), Black(-) | 2 |
| 6 | Fuse | 1 |
| 7 | 2,5m 14AWG | 1 |
| 8 | 3m 14AWG 2xAnderson | 1 |
| 9 | Manual | 1 |
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing the mobile solar panel „AgfaPhoto SOLAR PANEL
SP120“. Supply electronic devices with electricity anytime and anywhere,
whether it is camping, outdoor photo shooting, in your mobile home, in
emergencies, or in the event of a power failure.
When reading through this manual, the following points should be noted:
- These instructions have been created with care and to the best of our knowledge. If you have any questions about the product, please contact us.
- This manual may not be copied or duplicated, except for personal use.
Disclaimer
- Our company shall not be held responsible for any damage caused by fire, earthquake, third-party use, other accidents, willful misconduct on the part of the customer, improper use, or other abnormal conditions.
- The warranty covers all terms and conditions of the warranty. Any content not specified in the warranty terms and conditions is beyond our responsibility.
- Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the device.
- Our company assumes no liability for any damage caused by improper use or non-compliance with this manual.
- The operating instructions as well as versions in other languages can be downloaded as a PDF file from our website: www.portable-power-stations.com.
- Intended use: Our product is not suitable for use with equipment related to personal safety that relies heavily on power supply, such as medical equipment. Therefore, we assume no liability for accidents affecting personal safety, fire or machine failure caused by using our product with the above devices.
Safety instructions
- Read all of these operating instructions before using the product.
- If the product does not work normally or is damaged, it must not be used.
- Be careful not to let water get into the regulator.
- Avoid sharp objects colliding with the surface of the solar panels.
- Make sure the battery terminals are connected properly to avoid short circuits.
- Do not touch the exposed electrical conductors carried by the battery.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
-
What type of battery can be charged with this solar panel?
Sealed, open, and colloidal lead-acid batteries. -
How to clean the solar surface?
Dust and dirt on the surface should first be removed with a soft brush. The surface of the solar panel is wiped with a damp cloth to remove any remaining dirt and dust. Any guano or other buildup should be removed from the solar panel surface as soon as possible to prevent performance degradation. -
Are foldable solar panels waterproof?
To maximize the life of the module, it should not get wet. -
What working temperatures are planned?
-10° to 70°C (14° to 158°F)
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Product
|
Type
|
Module size
|
Weight
|
Specifications
---|---|---|---|---
Max. Power
| Max. Power Voltage| Max. Power Current| Open
Circuit Voltage| Short Curcuit Current
Art.-No.| Modules| mm| kg| W| V| A| V| A
717-858173| 8×15 W| 360x295x40| 4.48| 120| 19.8| 6.07| 23.3| 6.54
SOLAR CONTROLLER
Safety instructions
- Read all of the instructions in the manual before installation.
- DO NOT disassemble or attempt to repair the controller.
- Install external fuse or breaker as required.
- Do disconnect the solar module and fuse/ breakers near to battery before installing or moving the controller.
- Power connections must remain tight to avoid excessive heating from a loose connection.
- Only charge batteries that comply with the parameters of the controller.
- Battery connection may be wired to one battery or a bank of batteries.
- Risk of electric shock, the PV and load can produce high voltages when the controller is working.
Overview
The Solar Charge Controller is a PWM charge controller that adopts the most advanced digital technique. It’s an easy operation and cost-efficient controller featured as:
- Intelligent 3-level PWM charging: Bulk, Boost/Equalize, Float
- Supports 3 ways of charging: gel, gas-tight, liquid-filled
- Battery status LED indicator shows the battery situation
- Battery temperature compensation function
- The USB port provides a power supply that can be used to charge electronic devices
- Battery type and charging output can be set by one button
- Comprehensive electronic protection
Product features
| Œ PV-Terminals | ‘ Button for setting the consumer and to set the battery type |
|---|
Battery Terminals
Ž Load Terminals| ’ Battery status LEd indicator
USB output interface| “ Load status LEd indicator
Mounting Hole ø4.5mm| ” Charging status LEd indicator
Wiring
Connect the system in the order of 1 Battery – 2 Load – 3 PV array and
disconnect the system in the reverse order 3 2 1(see figure 2).
NOTE: While wiring the controller do not close the circuit breaker or
fuse and make sure that the leads of „+“ and „-“ poles are connected
correctly.
NOTE: A fuse which current is 1.25 to 2 times the rated current of the
controller must be instal-led on the battery side with a distance from the
battery not greater than 150 mm.
NOTE: If an inverter is to be connected to the system, connect the
inverter directly to the battery, not to the load side of the controller
.
LED-Indicators
- Charging and load status indicator
| Indicator | Color | Status | Description |
|---|
Charging status LEd indicator
| Green| oN| Charging
Green| oFF| Not charging
Green| Fast flashing| Battery over voltage
Load status LEd indicator
| Green| oN| Load oN
Green| oFF| Load oFF
Green| Slowly flashing| Load overload
Green| Fast flashing| Load short circuit
- Battery status indicator
LED1 LED2 LED3 LED4 Battery Status
Slowly flashing| x| x| x| Under voltage
Fast flashing| x| x| x| over-discharge
Battery LEd indicator status during voltage is up
o| o| x| x| 12.8V < Ubat < 13.4V
o| o| o| x| 13.4V < Ubat < 14.1V
o| o| o| o| 14.1V < Ubat
Battery LEd indicator status during voltage is down
o| o| o| x| 12.8V < Ubat < 13.4V
o| o| x| x| 12.4V < Ubat < 12.8V
o| x| x| x| Ubat < 12.4V
NOTE:
- Voltage value for 12V system at 25ºC, please use 2x in 24V system
- “o“ LED indicator on | „x“ LED indicator off.
Setting operations
- 1) Load ON/OFF Setting
- When the controller is powered on, press the button to control the load output.
- 2) Battery Type Setting
Operation:
- Step 1: Enter setting mode by pressing the button for 5s until the battery status LEDs are flashing.
- Step 2: Select the desired mode by pressing the button.
- Step 3: The mode will be saved automatically without any operation for 5 sec and the LED will stop flashing.
Battery type indicator
| LED1 | LED2 | LED3 | Battery type |
|---|---|---|---|
| o | x | x | Sealed (default) |
| o | o | x | Gel |
| o | o | o | Flooded |
HINWEIS: LED-Anzeige „o“ leuchtet | LED-Anzeige „x“ aus.
Battery protection
-
Battery Over Voltage Protection
When the battery voltage reaches to the set point of Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage (OVD), the controller will stop charging the battery to protect the battery from being overcharged to break down. -
Battery Over Discharge Protection
When the battery voltage reaches to the set point of Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage (LVD), the controller will stop discharging the battery to protect the battery from being over-discharged. -
Load Overload Protection
The load will be switched off when 1.25 times rated current overload happens. The user has to reduce the load appliance, then press the button or repower the controller. -
Load Short Circuit Protection
The load will be switched off when a load short circuit (≥3 times rated current) happens. The user has to clear the short circuit, then press the button or repower the controller. -
High Voltage Transients Protection
The controller is protected against small high-voltage transients. In lightning-prone areas, additional external suppression is recommended.
Setting operation
Battery Voltage Control Parameters
Below parameters are for 12V systems at 25ºC. Please double the values for 24V
systems.
| Sealed | Gel | Flooded |
|---|---|---|
| Over Voltage Disconnect Voltage | 16.0V | 16.0V |
| Charging Limit Voltage | 15.0V | 15.0V |
| Over Voltage Reconnect Voltage | 15.0V | 15.0V |
| Equalize Charging Voltage | 14.6V | —— |
| Boost Charging Voltage | 14.4V | 14.2V |
| Float Charging Voltage | 13.8V | 13.8V |
| Boost Reconnect Charging Voltage | 13.2V | 13.2V |
| Low Voltage Reconnect Voltage | 12.6V | 12.6V |
| Under Voltage Warning Reconnect Voltage | 12.2V | 12.2V |
| Under Voltage Warning Voltage | 12.0V | 12.0V |
| Low Voltage Disconnect Voltage | 11.1V | 11.1V |
| Discharging Limit Voltage | 10.6V | 10.6V |
| Equalize Duration | 120 min. | —— |
| Boost Duration | 120 min. | 120 min. |
Troubleshooting
| Faults | Possible reasons | Troubleshooting |
|---|
LED Charging indicator turns off during daytime when sunshine falls on PV
modules properly| PV array disconnection| Confirm that PV and battery wire
connections are correct and tight
No LED indicator| Battery voltage may be less than 8V| Measure battery voltage
with the multi-meter.
Min. 8V can start upthe controller
Charging status LED indicator Fast flashing| Battery Over Voltage| Check if the battery voltage is higher than OVD, and disconnect the PV.
LED1 Fast flashing
| Battery over-discharged| When the battery voltage is restored to or above
the LVR point (low voltage reconnect voltage), the load will recover.
Load status LED indicator slowly flashing| ****
Load overload*
| 1) Please reduce the number of electric equipment 2) Press the button or repower
the controller
Load status LED indicator fast flashing| ****
Load short circuit
| 1) Check carefully the loads connection, clear the fault
2) Press the button or repower the controller.
When the load current reaches 1.25 times, 1.5 times, and 2 times more than the nominal value, the controller will automatically turn off loads in the 60s, 5s, and 1s respectively.
Technical Parameters
| Nominal system voltage | 12/24V auto |
|---|---|
| Rated charge current | 10A |
| Rated discharge current | 10A |
| Battery input voltage range | 8~32V |
| Max. PV open circuit voltage | 50V |
Equalize charging voltage
| Gel: –
Sealed: 14.6V Flooded: 14.8V
Boost charging voltage
| Gel: 14.2V
Sealed: 14.4V Flooded: 14.6V
Float charging voltage
| Gel: 13.8V
Sealed: 13.8V Flooded: 13.8V
Low voltage reconnect voltage
| Gel: 12.6V
Sealed: 12.6V Flooded: 12.6V
Low voltage disconnect voltage
| Gel: 11.1V
Sealed: 11.1V Flooded: 11.1V
USB output port| 5VDC/1.2A
Charge circuit voltage drop| ≤0.13V
Discharge circuit voltage drop| ≤0.17V
Self-consumption| ≤5mA(12V); ≤7mA (24V)
Temp. compensation| -5mV/oC/2V
Enclosure| IP20
Grounding| Common Positive
Overall dimension| 120.3 x 67 x 21.8mm
Mounting dimension| 111.5mm
Mounting hole size| ø4.5mm
Terminals| 12AWG / 4mm2
Net weight| 100 gr
Working temperature| -35oC – +55oC
Humidity| ≤95% N.C.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Contact the dealer for technical support/customer service.
EURoPE [GBT GmbH]
An Gut Nazareth 18A 52353 düren Germany
| ****
Phone: +49 (0) 2421 / 20 85 60
| ****
E-Mail:[email protected]
AgfaPhoto is used under the license of Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co.KG or Agfa-Gevaert
NV. Neither Agfa-Gevaert NV & Co.KG nor Agfa-Gevaert NV manufacture this
product or provide any product warranty or support. For service, support and
warranty information, contact the distributor or manufacturer.
Suitable for consumer imaging products.
- Produced for and distributed by GBT GmbH
- A Gut Nazareth 18 A
- D-52353 Düren
- Made in P.R.C.
- Contact:
- AgfaPhoto Holding GmbH | www.agfaphoto.com.
- GBT GmbH | www.gbt-international.com.
- Product colors may slightly vary from shown.
- Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries.
- Quick Charge is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.
- All information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
Please read this manual carefully before operating the product. Please keep this manual with you for further reference. ©2023 GBT GmbH
References
- International.com
- AGFAPhoto – Innovator for consumer imaging products worldwide
- GBT GmbH | Willkommen bei GBT International
- AgfaPhoto Powerstations und Solarpanels für unterwegs