Relay Driver Performs Functions Similar To Auxiliary Port
April 4, 2016
Morningstar offers a Relay Driver (model # RD-1) which can be used for many of the same functions as an auxiliary (IN or OUT). Each RD-1 has 4 channels that […]
ProStar MPPT Dip Switch Settings
February 5, 2016
Dip switch settings to configure battery charging, system voltage, and load/lighting parameters are included in the ProStar MPPT Operator’s Manual. But in the event that you don’t have a manual […]
Configuring Settings From The Controller’s Meter Interface
November 17, 2015
Most people are used to connecting to a computer in order to configure a controller’s charge settings. But with the ProStar MPPT™ controller, configurations can be changed in the field […]
Can Morningstar Solar Charge Controllers Charge Lithium Batteries?
October 21, 2015
There have been a number of questions recently about whether Morningstar controllers can be used for solar charging lithium batteries in off-grid solar applications. Morningstar’s TriStar MPPT, TriStar (PWM), ProStar […]
Changing The Controller’s Dip Switch Settings
October 13, 2015
A question came in recently about whether the dip switch settings on Morningstar controllers can be changed while the controller is powered ON. The answer is: No, you should turn off […]
Tesla Powerwall and the TriStar MPPT 600V Charge Controller
August 18, 2015
Although Morningstar MPPT controllers are capable of charging a lower voltage battery from a higher voltage battery, at this time, no information is available concerning the use of a TriStar […]
Passive Cooling And The Sound Of Silence
March 25, 2015
Since Morningstar controllers are passively cooled without any internal fans or moving parts, they are very reliable. Fans and other parts are subject to failure and replacement can be very […]
January 31, 2015
During one of our webinars, a question came up about battery temperature sensing associated with Morningstar charge controllers. Just to clarify, our TriStar MPPT family of controllers come with a […]