CBOX1050
Installation and Programming Manual
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Solar panels of 30W and above must be connected to a regulator which, in turn, then connects to the battery
to enable battery charging. Nice oers a regulator (P/N SG-4) for this purpose. For regulators sourced
elsewhere, follow the manufacturers instructions when installing. Install and wire the 30W and above solar
panels and SG-4 regulator as follows:
1. Assemble solar panel mounting bracket and panel with included hardware.
2. Locate solar panel out of shadows of surrounding buildings, walls, etc. and orient to collect the maximum
sunlight energy throughout the year. In the northern hemisphere, mount panels at upward angle of about
45 degrees with panel oriented south. In the southern hemisphere orient the panel to face north.
3. Drill two holes into a vertical surface in the CBOX chassis matching the two mounting tabs on the
regulator. Mount the SG-4 with appropriate hardware to fix it in place.
4. Connect the red wire of solar panel to the yellow wire of the regulator and the black wire of solar panel
to either of the regulator’s black wires (see IMAGE 10B-1).
5. Connect the red (positive) battery wire (see notes above) to the red wire of the battery regulator and the
black battery wire (negative) to the other black wire on the regulator, then attach both battery lugs to the
battery (red to positive and black to negative). See IMAGE 10B-1).
10B
SOLAR PANEL CONNECTION - 30W AND ABOVE
+
–
SOLAR
YELLOW
SOLAR
BLACK
BATTERY
BLACK
+
BATTERY
RED
–
S O L A R CONTROLL E R
12 V 12 V
Made in Singapore
RATED 4.5A 12V
SOLAR PANEL
BATTERY
RED RED
NEG
POS
+-
BLACK BLACK
IMAGE 10B-1: P/N SG-4 SOLAR PANEL REGULATOR WIRING
NOTICE
’ Wire-to-wire connections may be made using wire nuts, crimp caps, or butt connectors, as long as
the connections are secure.
’ It is permissible to cut o 8” to 10” (or so) of the solar panel wires (with battery lugs) in order to use
for attaching the regulator to the battery.
’ The SG-4 prevents reverse current leakage at night, so a blocking diode is not required in the system.
’ A negative earth ground at the battery is recommended for most eective lightning protection.
’ The SG-4 can be mounted outdoors, but do not expose to ambient temperatures above 140˚F (60˚C).
’ Ensure that water is able drain from inside the case if it becomes wet.
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