So if there is a known bug that not properly fixed this alone is a reason to return it under warranty and get a full refund.
that Bluetti is aware of it dose not help the customer.
Quite the opposite that. they they Know about this bug And still selling the unit without warning is unacceptable.
Maybe “known bug” isnt quite the word I was looking for. Its more of them working towards releasing an update that will make the functions more efficient. As of right now, the AC180 does everything its advertised to do! It features a super fast “UPS” mode, is still more efficient than 99% of the competitors, and does in fact solar charge at a pretty solid rate! Its just that because the unit is soo new, the market and use-cases are “spreading their wings” and “new bugs” are being found. Personally… I wouldnt have even noticed these “issues” had it not got brought up from fellow users, as my intended use case for this unit doesnt “require” a autonomous wake up solar charging. I have larger units tied to “permanent” rigid-panel arrays for that. But anyways, it is what it is to be honest. FORTUNATELY this unit is able to be firmware updated remotely, so that these quirks are able to be remedied or updated without the need of getting sent back to the company, or worse, HAVING to purchase a different unit completely thats advertised to suite ones individual needs better.
Mike, I do not understand the concern with parasitic consumption if the unit is bound to the grid. The exact same perimeter exists at 99%. Just rewrite the code for 100% SOC, give it the directive for PV priority or any input energy at that port. Because ultimately, anyone charging this tops out at 500w 10A regardless. Nobody should be trying to recharge this at turbo unless an emergency prevails or the need to go mobile. Standard charging would suffice.
I enjoy the removal of comments that involve the words “attorney or legal action” from our company lawyer on this forum. After reviewing this situation for 1 month of research and 1 month of constant banter with Bluetti, I am voting you guys off the island. As a consumer, I have provided due diligence in resolution. As ex-military I have learned to never give up when you see something being done that is not right or unethical. Customers write the script for you and that goes all the way up to the Government. We will be returning this even if it means an investigation from the credit card company. I am a man of principl, and what you are doing is telling people to wait. Once you receive full payment, that mandated full product. I will begin with social media, until we get reimbursement. Good day sir.
@apoc Francis I have no idea what you’re referring to as I have not hidden or deleted any posts. And I am just a customer like you. I do not work for Bluetti nor have ever been paid by them. I moderate on here completely voluntarily because I enjoy solar tech and of all the companies i’ve worked with since picking up this hobby, Bluetti has hands down been the best.
So I dont know what to tell you man, I have simply laid out what is going on from what I have seen. You are more then welcome to call the @BLUETTI customer service department directly at +1 800-200-2980 or shoot them an email at service@bluettipower.com if the feedback I have given you, or the product doesnt meet your ideal expectations. They will get you taken care of.
If you are unhappy with the product, then you can demand a refund for any or no reason. If Bluetti doesn’t respond in an appropriate timeframe, then take it up with your payment processor.
You must have purchased it for some purpose, and if it can be fixed through an update patch or another work around, it may be easier and better for you.
@apoc For this issue, are you willing to try to solve it through firmware upgrade? If so, please kindly provide the SN number and firmware version of AC180, and we will push the appropriate firmware to you. In addition, if you want to return the product and get a refund, please provide your order number and we will follow up.
@apoc
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Well, once again, 30 days should be ample enough time to respond. The customers should not need to force your hand or escalate a situation to bring mass awareness. Respect is earned, it doesnt take long for people who give it to find out it is not always reciprocated.
Ok, the new dsp and firmware update are a complete failure! ** I need sent the version it was before immediately please! ** I can’t keep fiddling around with this algorithm. In turbo mode it tops out at 380 watts and sits at 99% for hours now. That is not going to fly with anyone. The new version didn’t fix anything at all, it screwed up more perimeters. I will apparently need to fix this on my own and I am sure if I devote enough time, will accomplish just that. I have already started by using a Victron mppt controller as they can be adjusted about 20 times more than this unit. I have already fixed the problem with it not accepting inverters because it states the “grid is unstable” with most all of them on the market. Fixed it by utilizing a Drok power supply, this took me two weeks of research and development. Thanks fir everything, just need everything switched back over to original dsp and firmware.