Xantrex XW Systems [RE-wrenches]

[Mark Edmunds]

Hi Jeff - 

We debated the issue of putting the full remote panel into each
inverter, and decided that it gets confusing with larger multiple
inverter/charge controller installations, as it is a full system remote,
not just for an inverter. Units can also be set up and configured with
the XWConfig software and USB programming dongle which is just becoming
available.

Regarding support for the SW series - Even though these units are being
discontinued this year we will be providing parts and service for these
for at least 7 years.

Cheers,

Mark


Mark Edmunds
Xantrex Technology Inc.

-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff Yago [mailto:jryago at netscape.com] 
Sent: Monday, January 14, 2008 2:46 PM
To: RE-wrenches at topica.com
Subject: Re: Xantrex XW Systems [RE-wrenches]


We also are mainly Outback installers these days, but recently ordered
and received a complete XW system with every option and add-on available
for our evaluation and display. Its a nice looking package and has many
great features. I was a little surprised that even with the very large
price tag, the data display built into the front panel cannot be used to
program anything, and the installer needs to carry around the optional
remote programming panel which also includes a data transfer feature
using your laptop. 

Very nice looking system and having dual 120/240 VAC output and AC1 and
AC2 inputs (hint hint Outback!)is really great. They also include all of
the power cables and hardware required to connect each separate
component together without needing to order 50 separate items like
covers and wiring adapters. 

However, these solar installations are getting more and more like we are
installing a computer network instead of a backup power system! 

On another note, my service center just informed us that the SW40 will
no longer be supported and parts are getting very hard to find to make
repairs. This is (was) a very rugged inverter and lots of them are out
there - why not continue to support it?


Jeff Yago

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