What you can do in the app
- Live monitoring: view battery status, charging/discharging activity, voltage and other device metrics (device-specific).
- Device settings: change supported parameters from your phone and push them to the device.
- Device management: add devices, rename devices, and switch connection modes (direct vs via a Renogy gateway device).
- History & updates (device-specific): view solar/system history where supported and apply OTA firmware updates on compatible gear.
- Community + store: share setups, learn from other users, and access offers/rewards features inside the app.
Connection options (how your gear talks to your phone)
The app can connect to Renogy devices in a few different ways. Which one you use depends on the hardware in the van/build.
1) Built-in Bluetooth (simplest)
Some Renogy devices have Bluetooth built in. If yours does, you can usually add it directly in the app by scanning for nearby devices.
2) Bluetooth modules (BT-1 / BT-2)
If your device has a communication port, you can often add Bluetooth using a Renogy module. The BT-2 is commonly used for devices that communicate over RS485 and is listed as compatible with the DC Home app.
3) WLAN / Cellular (for longer-range monitoring)
For monitoring beyond Bluetooth range, Renogy supports pairing the app with gateway-style devices (for example, the Renogy ONE range), which can relay system data over Wi-Fi/cellular depending on model and setup.
Before you start
- Make sure your Renogy device is powered on and correctly installed.
- Turn Bluetooth on on your phone.
- Android users: allow Location Services (and ensure GPS is on) so Android can scan for Bluetooth devices. This is an Android platform requirement for Bluetooth discovery.
- Stay close: best results are when your phone is within a few meters of the device during pairing.
How to add a device (typical steps)
- Install the app and sign in (email sign-up is commonly recommended so your device list/settings follow your login).
- Open the app and go to the Devices area.
- Tap + (Add Device) and scan for devices nearby (or scan a QR code if you’re pairing via a gateway device).
- Select the device when it appears and confirm.
- Tap into the device card to view live data and any available settings.
Offline mode (no reception, no worries — mostly)
The app supports an Offline Mode for situations with poor/no internet. In offline mode you can still monitor/manage devices locally, but online-only features (community, store/rewards areas) won’t load until you’re back online.
Common issues & quick fixes
My device won’t show up when I scan
- Confirm the device is powered on.
- Move your phone closer (and remove obstacles like thick walls/metal barriers).
- Update the app to the latest version.
- On Android: confirm Location permission is allowed and GPS is switched on.
I’m using a Communication Hub and some devices don’t appear
If you’re adding multiple devices through a hub (using one BT-2 module), it may help to add each device individually first, then reconnect them through the hub.
Can I monitor from far away?
Bluetooth monitoring is limited to Bluetooth range. For longer-range monitoring, you’ll generally need a compatible gateway-style device paired to the app over Wi-Fi/cellular (where supported).
Compatibility note
Not every Renogy product is app-compatible, and not every feature appears on every device. Renogy publishes compatibility lists
(built-in Bluetooth vs BT-1 vs BT-2 vs WLAN/cellular). Always confirm your exact model and connection method before assuming app support.