Description
xSunsynk & Deye Solar Assistant Monitoring Kit – Fully Assembled Raspberry Pi 4
Smart Monitoring for Your Solar System
Gain full visibility and control of your solar installation with our ready-to-use Solar Assistant kit. Designed for Sunsynk, Deye, Sol-Ark, and Fusion Hybrid inverters, this solution offers real-time performance data, dynamic charts, and remote access via browser, Android, or iPhone – all with no subscription or maintenance fees.
Plug-and-Play Installation
The Solar Assistant kit comes fully assembled with a Raspberry Pi 4 Model B (2GB) housed in a durable case. It’s pre-loaded with Solar Assistant software, and includes an RJ45 to USB cable compatible with Voltacon inverters. No configuration required – just connect, power on, and start monitoring!
What’s Included
- Raspberry Pi 4 – 2GB RAM, 1.8GHz CPU
- Pre-installed Solar Assistant software
- 32GB Lexar Micro SD Card
- Official Raspberry Pi USB-C 5V Power Supply
- RJ45 to USB RS485 communication cable
- Pre-configured plastic enclosure with full port access and cooling fan
- Step-by-step instructions and an online video guide
User-Friendly Data & Graphs
All key metrics are displayed in an intuitive dashboard. Dynamic charts are easy to read and require no technical background. Set up your online account in minutes – login details and instructions are included.
Compatible Inverter Models
This system supports monitoring via the RS485 port when the RS232 or WiFi ports are already in use. Ensure your inverter's RS485 port is available before installation. One cable per inverter is required for parallel or 3-phase systems.
- Sunsynk
- Deye
- Sol-Ark
- Fusion Hybrid
RJ45 Splitter for BMS Port (Optional)
For users of Deye/Sunsynk/Sol-Ark inverters, we offer a specialised RJ45 splitter that separates the CAN and RS485 communication lines correctly. Unlike generic splitters designed for Ethernet networks, this splitter ensures proper operation and prevents communication conflicts with your battery.
Specifications of communication cables - See recommended items below not included in this listing.
- 1x RJ45 input (pin 1–5)
- 1x CAN RJ45 socket (pin 4–5)
- 1x RS485 RJ45 socket (pin 1–3)
- Length: 50cm
- Shielded for noise protection
Raspberry Pi Case – Connectivity & Cooling
- All ports remain fully accessible
- Clear view of LED indicators through light pipes
- Dedicated cut-outs for GPIO, CSI, and DSI cables
- Built-in SD card holder
- Optional fan mount with GPIO pin connection (red = 5V, black = GND)
- Cooling fan on the case is pre installed.
Watch Before You Buy
We’ve prepared an online demonstration video showing how to connect and operate the Solar Assistant with your inverter and peripherals. A full set of instructions is included with every kit.
Product Dimensions
104mm (L) x 74mm (W) x 36mm (H)
Specifications
xTechnical Specifications:
- 1.5GHz 64-bit quad-core CPU
- Available with 1GB, 2GB, 4GB or 8GB RAM (select above)
- 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz IEEE 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 5.0, BLE
- Gigabit Ethernet
- 2x USB 3.0 ports; 2x USB 2.0 ports.
- Raspberry Pi standard 40 pin GPIO header
- 2 × micro-HDMI ports (up to 4kp60 supported)
- 2-lane MIPI DSI display port
- 2-lane MIPI CSI camera port
- 4-pole stereo audio and composite video port
- 265 (4kp60 decode), H264 (1080p60 decode, 1080p30 encode)
- OpenGL ES 3.0 graphics
- Micro-SD card slot for loading operating system and data storage
- 5V DC via USB-C connector (minimum 3A*)
- 5V DC via GPIO header (minimum 3A*)
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) enabled (requires separate PoE Hat)
Return Policy
xWe offer a 14-day, no-quibble returns or replacement policy because we want you to be totally satisfied with your purchase.
If you are unhappy in any way with your purchase, you can return it for a refund or a replacement, as long as you return it in the same condition as it arrived (original/undamaged packaging and product) and within 30 days of receiving it. We will pay for your return postage on a faulty item as long as you send it using Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery (for EU or International Shipments, you have to use our UPS account, we will provide you with a return label)
Please keep in mind the following:
- Items returned within 14 days but not in their original and undamaged packaging will also incur a -15% charge per package.
- If you return an item that doesn't adhere to our returns procedure or doesn't include a returns form, you may be liable for a £10 administration fee
- Individual items from a bundle can't be returned, refunded or exchanged. If you want a refund/credit/exchange for a bundle, all items must be returned to us.
Before you return your item, please make sure that:
- You follow our returns process (outlined below)
- The goods and packaging are undamaged
IMPORTANT: We need to be able to identify an item with your order. We can only do this if you follow our returns process. Please do not send us items back that do not follow this process as they cannot be identified properly and will not be replaced or refunded.
What delivery method do I need to use when returning an item?
You must send the goods back to us via Royal Mail 2nd class recorded delivery. Refunds on faulty items returned are reimbursed within 5 working days.
Can I return just one item from multiple purchases?
Yes. Once you start the returns process you will go to a page that will allow you to choose which items you want to be replaced or refunded.
Returning faulty goods
If your item is faulty, you need to follow the returns policy, where you will be able to state that it’s faulty. The product will then arrive at our warehouse for testing.
If your purchase is not within 14 days
You can still exchange your item for a different product or for credit to use on the Voltacon Solar or Ledison-led-lights.co.uk websites (-15% from the credit amount).
Returns outside of the 14-day period do not qualify for the free returns policy.
Returning an item within the warranty
If you have a warranty and want to return a faulty item, you just need to follow our standard returns process. When we receive your item, we will then check that it’s within warranty and for any faults before arranging a replacement.