BioLite SolarHome 5000 - Solar Panel Manual

COMPONENTS

CORE COMPONENTS

LIGHTING & ACCESSORY COMPONENTS*

*Check front sticker of product packaging box to see if lighting accessories are included in your system.

CONTROL BOX OVERVIEW

CONNECTING YOUR SYSTEM

Connect the cord on the back of the television to the TV port on the left side of the Control Box.

Connect the cord on the Solar Panel to one of the ports, labeled with a sun icon, on the back of the Control Box.

SYSTEM SETUP

CONTROL BOX INSTALLATION

Keep the Control Box out of reach of children - we recommend installing it 1.5 meters off the ground.

Place 2 nails into the wall according to Control Box attachment points.
Place Control Box over the nails and slide down to secure position.

SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION

To keep panel clean, place the Solar Panel high on the roof and at an angle.

Avoid shadows caused by trees or buildings - this will make less power.

SCREEN INTERFACE

CONTROL BOX INTERFACE

1. Battery life for unit
   Does not include battery level of additional expansion batteries that may be connected to the system
   
2. Solar Panel charging rate
   
3. Overall system power usage, includes all connected units
   
   SCREENS ON PAYG UNITS ONLY
4. Connection of any PAYG devices within the system
   
5. Credit time for license
   
6. Payment and pairing entry
   
7. Customer service number
   

CHARGING & POWER USAGE

CHARGING PHONE + OTHER ELECTRONICS

Use the USB port(s) on the right side of the Control Box to connect your device.

For greatest power input charge devices during the day.

CHECKING BATTERY LEVEL

View your Battery Level (Screen 1) on your Control Box display. It will take 4-6 hours to fully charge your system, depending on sun strength and if lights or TV are in use or if electronics are charging.

RESERVE POWER MODE

When your system has less then 5% battery it will automatically go into reserve power mode.

TV, 12V port, and USB ports are not available in reserve power mode. If lights are connected to the system they will still work.

POWER INTAKE

Your system's power supply is directly affected by the strength of the sun which will vary by weather, season, and time of the day.

See current sun strength on Screen 2 of your Control Box display.

PAYMENT (PAYG MODEL ONLY)

VIEWING YOUR PAYMENT STATUS

Screen 5 shows the number of days paid for and number of days remaining to be paid to complete ownership.

ENTERING A PAYMENT CODE

Navigate to Screen 6. Using numbered buttons, enter your 15-digit code.

Upon submission, you will either see a SUCCESS message or a prompt to re-enter your code.

CONNECTING ACCESSORIES & SYSTEMS

CONNECT HANGING LIGHTS

NOTE: Only applies if Hanging Lights are included in your system

Remove Control Box from wall and connect hanging light cords to the ports on the back of the box as shown.

CONNECTING TO A SOLARHOME 620

Connect systems using a Mini Fit Connector (not included). Once connected navigate to Screen 6. Using numbered buttons, enter your 15-digit code.

Once systems are connected do not disconnect.

When you connect your SolarHome 5000 to another system it becomes the primary unit. All payments must be made through the primary unit.

All credits and power are automatically shared when unit is paired.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Keep Solar Panel clean and free of obstructions for best performance.

Do not connect Solar Panel directly to a phone or any other device.

Keep all cables and connectors free from water and dirt.

Never expose the product to high temperatures or fire.

Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the product. Contact customer service for any necessary repairs or replacements.

Choking Hazard
Small parts and cords. Not for children under 3 years.

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

For additional help and support please contact your local SolarHome 5000 distributor.

TROUBLESHOOTING

My battery isn't charging

Check connection
Make sure Solar Panel is securely connected to Control Box

Adjust and clean solar panel
Adjust the angle and position of Solar Panel for optimum charge from the sun. Use a wet cloth to clean Solar Panel.

No connection is displayed on my TV

Check connection
Make sure TV is securely connected to Control Box
OR
PAYG UNITS ONLY
Check PAYG credits
Check Screen 5 on Control Box to see if you have available PAYG credits

My TV turned off

Check connection
Make sure TV is securely connected to Control Box

Unit may be in reserve power mode
Check your battery level on Screen 1 on Control Box

My system is asleep

Exit sleep mode
Press and hold arrow key

RUN TIMES & SPECS

RUN TIMES - ONE FULL DAY'S CHARGE

SPECS

Available Daily Energy: 155 Wh

Runtime 24" TV Only: 11 hrs (Terrestrial), 8.5 hrs (Satellite using internal decoder)

Runtime 4 Lights on High Only (800 Lm): 16 hrs (12,800 lm-hr)

Runtime Combination (24" Television at 50% Brightness & 50% Volume + 4 Lights on High): 6.0 hrs (Satellite using internal decoder)

Reserve Power Mode: 1600 lm-hr of lighting, Configurable ON/OFF

Mobile Phone Charging: USB fast charge: 5 V, 2.1A

Appliance Power Ports: 2x 12 V with PAYGO authentication, 1x 12V

Solar Panel: 50 W, 32 V Polycrystalline

Battery Specification: 14.8V, 7.8 Ah Li-NMC (115 Wh)

Television Specification: 24" HD Digital TV
DVB-S2 Satellite, DVB-T2/C Terrestrial, USB media, 2x HDMI, Component video, CAM/CI_card

Additional Accessories: Mobile phone adapter, expansion cable (optional)

Warranty: 2 year warranty