How easy is it to install? I noticed that you said plug and play but my electrician made it sound like a professional needs to do it.
1967452
It's no more difficult to install than setting up an Ethernet Router. The hardest part is getting it to receive a strong enough communications signal from a 120V wall outlet, which must be located as close as possible to the AC Power Panel (near the ulitity Grid Meter). You must also make sure that nothing else is sharing that outlet and you definitely cannot use an outlet strip with surge protection built-in. I had to try 2 or 3 different outlets before getting the ENVOY to successfully "see" all the microinverters, because of insufficient PLC signal strength issues.
1967453
You definitely do not need an electrician. There's no wiring, just plug it in. Depending on your computer skills, you may need help with that. There's a little network setup to do, but even that is pretty basic stuff.
1967454
Thank you all for your responses. One last question I have is ifIt wirelessly connect to my router, or do I need to run an Ethernet wire from this to my router?
1967455
Very easy..Plug cat 5 cable into your switch or router andconnect to envoy, place envoy on wall next to it, power it up, follow the instructions...it takes up to 6 hours first time to seek all your invertors...Very very simple
733701
My unit came hardwired WITH a plug. I didn't need the plug as I have the unit controlled by a switch above the counter. My electrician cut off the plug and wired the unit in to fit my situation.
1683774
If you have any knowledge of wiring, it want be difficult. If it is your first time, I would ask someone with more experience to give you a hand. I would also suggest putting an in-line fuse on the wire, just to be safe.
424606
You will need it hard wired by an electrician. It works very well when installed and doesn't take up much wall space.
697352
I followed the guide. It's not too challenging, as I'm not an electrician. Just take time check and double check the diagram to make sure you got it right.
1312382
Acually it's pretty much plug and play. But don't go by the instructions from the factory they are pretty lame. I found a video online that showed how to properly installed and it was pretty easy. Took me about 15 minutes a light
2205290
Installation requires someone with some minor electrical know how. The wires are not color coded and breakers should be turned off before attempting any electrical installation
1802503
it took me approximately 6hrs and im no electrician but ive been around that kindastuff.i think it would be easier to hire a electrician...less stress
552448
I feel like it is easy to install, but I worked in HVAC for years and have installed hundreds. Wiring depends on the age of your furnace as most in the last decade or so have integrated wiring in their control panels. If not it is considerably more difficult. If you have some reasonable electrical and ducting skills it's reasonably easy, if in doubt hire a professional. Good luck.
460186
Yes it is very easy to install, but you will need the year, make and model wiring harness as well.
1967894
I had to get an electrician to do mine although I had done wiring as an amateur. The instructions were not very clear. So I'm sorry i can't help you. I will say that the chime is really great now that it is installed.
1032259
Easy if you are replacing the old ones, 2 wires and a ground wire. If this is a new install, as opposed to a replacement, you will probably need the services of an electrician. We love ours.
509188
Hi, it's safe and very easy to install this item, just connect the two wire tips to Live Wire and Neutral Wire (note: keep power off when installing).
424607
It will need to be installed by an electrician unless you are familiar with electrical wiring
1133535
I honestly don't know, we installed it ourselves and it only took about an hour. My dad was a plumber and I learned from him and my hubby is a whiz at the electrical side of it. Honestly if I had to hire a plumber and electrician to do the job I would not have gotten the unit. I know someone who is having one installed in a new home and was quoted $800!
2251296
We took ours into a professional for installation. It will cost about $100-$150 more but is worth it. You would have to do the same even if you purchased this from a dealer. Hope this helps.
105055
An electrician would be helpful. It is hard wired and not just a plug in. My step dad is an electrician and said it is very simple so its not a big ordeal.