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REGO
HF Inverter Charger
12V
3000W
RIV1230RCH-SPS
VERSION A0
USER MANUAL

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  • Page 1 REGO HF Inverter Charger 3000W RIV1230RCH-SPS VERSION A0 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 The illustrations in the user manual are for demonstration purposes only. Details may appear slightly different depending on product revision and market region. z Renogy reserves the right to change the information in the user manual without notice. For the latest user manual, visit renogy.com.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.3. Introduction ..............................1 1.4. Key Features ..............................1 1.5. SKU ................................2 Get to Know REGO 12V 3000W HF Inverter Charger ............... 3 2.1. What’s In the Box? ............................3 2.2. Recommended Tools ..........................3 2.3. Product Overview ............................4 2.4.
  • Page 4 10.2. Technical Specifications ......................... 49 11. Maintenance ............................51 11.1. Inspection ..............................51 11.2. Cleaning ..............................51 11.3. Storage ................................51 12. Emergency Responses ........................52 12.1. Fire ................................52 12.2. Flooding ..............................52 12.3. Smell ................................52 12.4. Noise ................................52 Renogy Support ............................53...

  • Page 5: General Information

    The inverter charger can be connected to Renogy devices and smart accessories via Bluetooth or RV- C. When the inverter charger works in association with the DC Home app or Renogy ONE, you will have the same system monitoring wherever you go on your smartphone. With advanced pure sine wave technology, the inverter charger can protect and extend the life of your electronic equipment and loads.

  • Page 6: Sku

    Equipped with dry contacts for automatic generator start and stop function, facilitating battery charging. z Multiple protections Provides undervoltage, overvoltage, overcurrent, overload, overtemperature, and short circuit protections for enhanced safety. 1.5. SKU REGO 12V 3000W HF Inverter Charger RIV1230RCH-SPS — 2 —...

  • Page 7: Get To Know Rego 12V 3000W Hf Inverter Charger

    Get to Know REGO 12V 3000W HF Inverter Charger 2.1. What’s In the Box? REGO REGO 12V 3000W HF Inverter Charger × 1 HF Inverter Charger 3000W RIV1230RCH-SPS VERSION A0 QUICK GUIDE Quick Guide × 1 RMS-P2 Wired Remote Control x 1 RJ12 Cable (5m) x 1 ST6.3 x 1.8 x 13 mm...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    2.3. Product Overview █ Exterior Bluetooth Antenna Configuration Panel CAN1 Port Cover Cover Screws AC Input Port Ground Port Mounting Holes AC Output Port COM Port Battery Positive Port Battery Negative Port █ Interior (with the cover removed) AC OUT AC IN Battery Positive Terminal AC Input Terminals...

  • Page 9: System Setup

    Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) AC OUT AC IN Fuse (400A) RMS-P2 RV-C or REGO Battery System Wired Remote Grounding Series Devices (12V) Control The wiring diagram only shows the key components in a typical DC-coupled off-grid energy storage system for the illustrative purpose. The wiring might be different depending on the system configuration.

  • Page 10: Preparation

    Preparation 3.1. Plan a Mounting Site The inverter charger requires adequate clearance for installation, wiring and ventilation. The minimum clearance is provided below. Ventilation is highly recommended if it is mounted in an enclosure. Select a proper mounting site to ensure the inverter charger can be safely connected to the battery and grid/AC generator with the relevant cables.

  • Page 11: Check The Inverter Charger

    To ensure good ventilation and optimal system performance, we recommend mounting the inverter charger vertically (terminals down) on a wall or horizontally on the floor. 3.2. Check the Inverter Charger 1. Inspect the inverter charger for any visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation, and other visible abnormalities.

  • Page 12: Check The Battery

    *ANL Fuse (400A) (4/0 AWG) × 2 (4/0 AWG) Components and accessories marked with “*” are available on renogy.com. 1. Inspect the battery for any visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation, and other visible abnormalities. All terminals shall be clean, free of dirt and corrosion, and dry.
  • Page 13 Do not use the battery if there is any visible damage. Do not touch the exposed electrolyte or powder if the battery housing is damaged. When being charged, the battery may give off explosive gas. Make sure there is good ventilation. Take care to use a high-capacity lead-acid battery.

  • Page 14: Check The Ac Loads (Appliances)

    4. Inspect the Anderson Adapter Cable or Battery Adapter Cables for any visible damage including cracks, dents, deformation, and other visible abnormalities. All connector contacts shall be clean, dry, and free of dirt and corrosion. All ring terminals are fastened to the cables.

  • Page 15: Check The Ac Generator Or The Grid (Optional)

    Risk of electrical shock. Use only ground-fault circuit interrupters [receptacle(s) or circuit breaker(s)] compatible with your inverter charger. GFCIs shall be installed in a recreational vehicle’s wiring system to protect all branch circuits. For details on how to connect loads and the inverter charger to the GFCI, read the user manual of the specific GFCI.

  • Page 16: How To Properly Install Cable Clamps

    Do not use the bare wires if there is any visible damage. 3.6. How to Properly Install Cable Clamps? The AC Input Port, AC Output Port, and COM Port are equipped with cable clamps to ensure that the wiring connections remain secure and do not come loose due to vibrations. Step 1: Loosen the screws on a cable clamp with a Phillips Screwdriver.

  • Page 17: Installation

    Installation 4.1. Wear Insulating Gloves Insulating Gloves 4.2. Mount the Inverter Charger Secure the inverter charger to the installation site by fixing self-tapping screws through the mounting holes. 0.27 in (7 mm) Make sure that the inverter charger is installed firmly to prevent it from falling off. 4.3.

  • Page 18: Ground The Inverter Charger

    4.4. Ground the Inverter Charger Recommended Components 3/16 in (M4) Grounding Cable (6 AWG) Step 1: Remove the screw on the Ground Port with a Phillips Screwdriver. Step 2: Connect the Grounding Cable Ring Terminal to the grounding port of the inverter charger with the removed screw by using the Phillips Screwdriver.

  • Page 19: Install A Wired Remote Control

    4.5. Install a Wired Remote Control You can use a Wired Remote Control to power on or off the inverter charger remotely. Step 1: Run the RJ12 Cable through the grommet of the COM Port. Step 2: Connect the RJ12 connector to the Wired Remote Port on the inverter charger. Step 3: Connect the other end of the cable to the Wired Remote Control.

  • Page 20: Install A Battery Voltage Sensor

    Step 3: Connect the Negative Ring Terminal of the Battery Voltage Sensor to the Negative Insert Terminal on the REGO 4 Ports 400A System Combiner Box. Step 4: Connect the Positive Ring Terminal of the Battery Voltage Sensor to the Positive Insert Terminal on the REGO 4 Ports 400A System Combiner Box.
  • Page 21 █ Battery Scenario B: Normal Battery Kit Step 1: Run the Battery Voltage Sensor cable through the grommet of the COM Port. Step 2: Connect the terminal block to the Battery Voltage Sensor (BVS) Port on the inverter charger. Step 3: Connect the Negative Ring Terminal of the Battery Voltage Sensor to the Negative Terminal on the 12V battery.

  • Page 22: Install A Battery Temperature Sensor

    4.7. Install a Battery Temperature Sensor The temperature sensor measures the surrounding temperature of the battery and compensates the floating charge voltage when the battery temperature is low. Do not use the temperature sensor on a LiFePO4 (LFP) battery which comes with a battery management system (BMS).

  • Page 23: Connect The Inverter Charger To A Battery

    Step 3: Lift the operating handle to open the cover of the REGO 4 Ports 400A System Combiner Box NH2 Fuse Switch Disconnector, press and hold the release tab on the inside of the cover, locate the slots on the inside of the cover, slide the gripping lugs of the NH2 Fuses into the slots, and release the release tab.
  • Page 24 █ Battery Scenario B: Normal Battery Kit Step 1: Remove the retaining nut from the Battery Negative Terminal on the inverter charger by using a Socket Wrench. Run the Negative Battery Adapter Cable through the grommet of the Battery Negative Port of the inverter charger, and connect the ring terminal of the Negative Battery Adapter Cable to the Battery Negative Terminal with the retaining nut.

  • Page 25: Connect The Inverter Charger To Ac Loads (Appliances)

    4.9. Connect the Inverter Charger to AC Loads (Appliances) For split-phase 120V/240V grid systems where AC IN L1, L2, and N are used: z When the AC output is connected to L1, L2, and N, the inverter charger outputs 240V. z When the AC output is connected to L1 and N, the inverter charger outputs 120V.
  • Page 26 █ Split-phase 120V/240V 120V output wiring: Step 1: Strip some insulation (0.39 in/10 mm) off each of the three bare wires with a wire stripper, and run the three bare wires through the grommet of the AC Output Port on the inverter charger. Step 2: Push up the switches of the wire harness retainer of the AC Output Terminals.
  • Page 27 240V output wiring: Step 1: Strip some insulation (0.39 in/10 mm) off each of the four bare wires with a wire stripper, and run the four bare wires through the grommet of the AC Output Port on the inverter charger. Step 2: Push up the switches of the wire harness retainer of the AC Output Terminals.

  • Page 28: Connect The Inverter Charger To The Grid

    4.10. Connect the Inverter Charger to the Grid The connection of AC IN ports vary depending on the connected grid systems. For single-phase 120V grid systems, only AC IN L1 and N ports are used for the input. For split-phase 120V/240V grid systems, AC IN L1, L2, and N ports are used for the input.
  • Page 29 If there is no available grid contact, connect the ground bare wire (one end connecting to ) to the N bare wire as shown in the figure below. Failure to follow this step may result in charging/discharging issues with grid power, along with fault alarms. STEP-1 Install Bare Wires on the Inverter Charger AC OUT AC IN...
  • Page 30 █ Split-phase 120V/240V Step 1: Strip some insulation (0.39 in/10 mm) off each of the four bare wires with a wire stripper, and run the four bare wires through the grommet of the AC Input Port on the inverter charger. Step 2: Push up the switches of the wire harness retainer of the AC Input Terminals.
  • Page 31 If there is no available grid contact, connect the ground bare wire (one end connecting to ) to the N bare wire as shown in the figure below. Failure to follow this step may result in charging/discharging issues with grid power, along with fault alarms. STEP-1 Install Bare Wires on the Inverter Charger AC OUT AC IN...
  • Page 32 Recommended Accessories 0.31 in (8 mm) Bare Wires × 3 There is no polarity requirement for the bare wires. Step 1: Strip some insulation (0.31 in/8 mm) off each of the three bare wires with a wire stripper, and run the three bare wires through the grommet of the COM Port on the inverter charger. Step 2: Turn the cable retainer screws of NC, C and NO of Dry Contact Relay Connector counterclockwise with a slotted screwdriver to ensure that the cable retainers are open.

  • Page 33: Can Communication Wiring (Optional)

    Ensure 120 Ω terminating resistors are installed at both ends of the RV-C bus for successful communication with REGO series devices. If the RV user manual does not determine if the RV-C bus has a built-in 120 Ω termination resistor, call the RV manufacturer to confirm.
  • Page 34 The drop taps are usually located above the entry door, in the bathroom, or under the bed in the RV. Step 4: Connect the Drop Plugs on the drop cables and other REGO devices to the drop sockets on the drop tap.
  • Page 35 LP16 Terminator Plugs (7-Pin) The communication cable should be less than 19.6 feet (6 m). Step 1: Connect REGO devices in series through either of the CAN Communication Ports with the Communication Cable(s) (sold separately). Step 2: Plug the Terminator Plugs (sold separately) into the free CAN Communication Ports on the first and last REGO devices.

  • Page 36: Inspection

    4.12. Inspection Check and confirm all wires are firmly fastened to the inverter charger. 4.13. Install the Cover Step 1: Install the cover to the inverter charger. Step 2: Install the two cover screws clockwise either by hand or by using a Phillips screwdriver. —...

  • Page 37: Configuration

    Configuration 5.1. N-G Bonding Relay The inverter charger is equipped with a Neutral to Ground (N-G) bonding relay that ensures that either the neutral in or out contact of the RV is always grounded. This helps prevent electrical shock caused by contact between the neutral contacts of the RV and external AC power sources.

  • Page 38: Configuration Panel

    5.2. Configuration Panel Battery Type Setting Knob BAT LED Indicator INV LED Indicator AC IN LED Indicator Buzzer ON/OFF AC Output Frequency Setting AC Output Priority Setting On/Off/Remote Power Switch The inverter charger generates heat when working. To prevent burns, touch the configuration panel only when the inverter charger is working.

  • Page 39: User Mode

    5.4. USER Mode Setting the battery type to USER allows you to customize your battery parameters. You can modify the parameters in the DC Home app. RIV1230RCH-SPS Shore Power Load Battery Boost Battery Output Setting Available Input Voltage lnput Frequency Output Voltage Output Current Load Power...
  • Page 40 Battery Type USER USER SLD/AGM FLOODED LI (LFP) (Default) (Recommended) Parameters Boost Duration 120 min* 120 min* 120 min* — 120 min* 10—600 min Equalization — — 120 min — 120 min 0—600 min Duration Equalization 0 day** 0 day** 30 days —...

  • Page 41: Enable/Disable The Buzzer

    5.5. Enable/Disable the Buzzer Default: OFF. The buzzer beeps different patterns specific to system status: Intermittent beeping (0.5s): Warning Continuous beeping: Error 5.6. Set an AC Output Frequency Configure the AC output frequency of the inverter charger in accordance with the frequency of the connected AC loads.

  • Page 42: Power On/Off And Led Indicators

    Power On/Off and LED Indicators 6.1. Power On/Off █ Method 1: Through On/Off/Remote Power Switch OFF: The inverter charger is off. The inverter charger uses grid power to directly power AC loads or appliances without drawing power from the batteries. The grid charges the connected battery at the same time.

  • Page 43: Led Indicators

    6.2. LED Indicators █ Indicator of the Inverter Charger AC IN LED Indicator Off: No AC input detected Solid: The grid voltage is normal Flash: The grid is supplying the loads and/or charging the battery. Solid: Voltage error on AC IN L1 INV LED Indicator Voltage error on AC IN L2 Grid current error...

  • Page 44: Monitor The Inverter Charger

    Step 1: Open the DC Home app. Tap + to search for new devices. Step 2: Tap Confirm to add the newly found device to the device list. Step 3: Tap the inverter charger icon to enter the device information interface. My Renogy My Renogy HUB Mode...

  • Page 45: Wireless Long-Range Monitoring

    7.2. Wireless Long-Range Monitoring If long-range communication and programming are required, connect the inverter charger to Renogy ONE (sold separately) through Bluetooth, and the Renogy ONE to the DC Home app through Wi-Fi. Recommended Components *RENOGY ONE Core or Renogy ONE M1 Components marked with “*”...

  • Page 46: Wired Long-Range Monitoring (Backbone Network)

    Common Drop Tap following the terminal block plug pinout. Plug the Drop Cable to the RJ45 port of Renogy ONE. Step 2: Monitor and program the complete system on Renogy ONE or the DC Home app. Internet My Renogy...

  • Page 47: Wired Long-Range Monitoring (Daisy Chain Network)

    Step 1: Remove the Terminator Plug from the REGO device at either end of the daisy chain. Step 2: Connect the Renogy ONE to the free CAN Communication Port on the REGO device with the Communication Adapter Cable (sold separately).

  • Page 48: Working Logic

    Working Logic REGO 12V 3000W HF Inverter Charger combines an inverter charger with an automatic transfer switch into one complete system. Featuring a three-stage battery charging mode when connected to the AC grid input, the inverter charger is capable of producing cleaner, smoother, and more reliable electricity to address your diverse needs.

  • Page 49: Charging Logic

    █ Supply by Both Battery and AC Battery AC Loads Grid Power The inverter charger uses both battery and grid as the supply when all of the following conditions are met: z Neither the battery nor the grid can independently supply all loads. z The battery voltage is no lower than the Low Voltage Shutdown value.

  • Page 50: Battery Charging Stages

    8.3. Battery Charging Stages Reset to Bulk Bulk Float Charge Charge Boost Charge Stage Charge Stage Stage (Constant Voltage) Stage Equalization Voltage Current Maximum Reduce Current Minimum Current Increase to Current Maximum Current Equalization charging voltage Float charging voltage Boost charging voltage Low voltage reconnect charging voltage Adjust the time depending on the specific battery bank size.

  • Page 51: Heat Dissipation Logic

    8.4. Heat Dissipation Logic The inverter charger uses fans for heat dissipation. The working logic of the fans is as follows: Inverter Charger Inverter Charger Power Inlet air temperature ≥86°F (30°C) — Internal temperature ≥104°F (40°C) — — ≥ 200W The fans start working when any of the above condition is met.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    3. Keep the phone or tablet within 10 feet (3 tablet where the DC Home m) of the inverter charger. app runs. For technical support, contact our technical service through renogy.com/contact-us. — 48 —...

  • Page 53: Dimensions & Specifications

    10. Dimensions & Specifications 10.1. Dimensions 0.28 in (7 mm) 19.37 in (492 mm) 0.28 in (7 mm) 13.11 in (333 mm) 5.31 in (135 mm) 1.18 in 0.79 in (30 mm) (20 mm) Dimension tolerance: ±0.2 in (0.5 mm) 10.2.
  • Page 54 Nominal Input Voltage 12V DC Input Voltage Range 9V to 17V DC (±0.3V) (Full load 11V to 15.8V DC) Short Circuit Protection Software Protection Total Harmonics Distortion (THD) < 3% (Resistance load) Nominal Efficiency > 91% peak No load power Consumption <...

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    11. Maintenance 11.1. Inspection For optimum performance, it is recommended to perform these tasks regularly. z Ensure the inverter charger is installed in a clean, dry and ventilated area. z Ensure there is no damage or wear on the cables. z Ensure the firmness of the connectors and check if there are any loose, damaged or burnt connections.

  • Page 56: Emergency Responses

    2. Make sure no foreign objects are stuck in the fan of the inverter charger or the ring terminal. The normal noise value of the inverter charger is less than 54dB during operation. If the noise is abnormal, contact our technical service through renogy.com/contact-us. — 52 —...

  • Page 57: Renogy Support

    Questionnaire Investigation To explore more possibilities of solar systems, visit Renogy Learning Center at: renogy.com/learning-center For technical questions about your product in the U.S., contact the Renogy technical support team through: renogy.com/contact-us 1(909)2877111 For technical support outside the U.S., visit the local website below: Canada ca.renogy.com...
  • Page 58 FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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