Zap Set-Up Guide for Inverters
How to connect an inverter to Sourceful Energy with Zap.
1. Activate Modbus TCP on your inverter
Write down your inverters network settings (IP address, Unit ID and Port Number), you'll need them later on. You can usually find them on your inverter's display or you can ask your installer.
Ensure your inverter is supported by Sourceful Energy - see our list of supported inverters.
If Modbus TCP is not enabled, ask your installer or check our configuration guides for inverters.
2. Connect Your Zap to a Power Source
Connect your Zap to a power source such as a phone charger or computer using a USBC cable. Zap will need to be within range of your Wi-Fi router at all times.
3. Check Your Zap's LEDs
After connecting Zap to a power source, the green power LED and blue status LED should light up on your Zap.
Can't see the lights? Check our help centre for troubleshooting tips.
4. Download the Sourceful App
Next, download the Sourceful Energy app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
When the app is installed, open it, create an account and follow the on-screen instructions to register your Zap.
See our more detailed Account Creation and Zap Configuration guides if you need more help with these steps.
Connect Your Inverter to Zap
In the Sourceful Energy app, tap Add an Energy Device and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your inverter. You'll need the network settings from Step 1.
Need help? Please check our Help Centre.
6. You're Finished
When Zap and your inverter is fully connected and working you'll see:
Zap: Green Power LED: Solid on
Zap: Blue Data LED: Blinks every ~10 seconds
Zap: Blue Status LED: Double-blink pattern
App: Shows real-time energy data
After successful setup:
Bluetooth automatically disconnects
Zap switches to WiFi mode
Data flows to Sourceful Energy Network
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