Growatt Shine RF Stick X2

Growatt Shine RF Stick X2 – wireless monitoring via RF (LoRa) for Growatt inverters

The Growatt Shine RF Stick X2 is a compact RF data logger that you plug directly into the USB port of a Growatt inverter. The stick communicates wirelessly with an RF host (such as a ShineLanBox-X2 gateway or a GroHome Manager-X) and then transmits data to ShinePhone / ShineServer. This allows you to see production and status remotely as well as perform maintenance smarter.

When to choose the Shine RF Stick X2?

• Inverter is too far from the router (attic/barn/tech room)
• Don’t feel like pulling UTP or WiFi is unreliable at that location
• Several inverters at one location that you want to monitor centrally

Main advantages

• Stable RF connection
  The stick uses LoRa (868/915 MHz), which in practice often gets through walls and floors better than standard WiFi.
• Remote maintenance
  Supports remote parameter settings and firmware updates (depending on the installation/environment and rights in the platform).
• Local data buffer
  In case of temporary interruption, data can be stored locally and run through/synchronise later.
• IP65 enclosure
  Extra fine when the inverter is hanging in a somewhat “rougher” environment (dust, moisture, shed).

Technical key data

• Mounting: USB direct plug (with lock)
• Protection: IP65
• RF: 860-930 MHz (868/915 MHz), range up to approx. 120 m (installation-dependent)
• Power supply via USB: 5V, typical consumption approx. 2.5W
• Temperature: -30°C to +60°C

Installation tips (saves 80% of “why don’t I have a connection” questions)

• Pay attention to orientation: position the stick with the mark correctly and tighten the latch securely.
• Avoid large metal obstacles between stick and RF host (metal meter box/steel plate = range-killer).
• Keep distance realistic: 120 m is ideal under good conditions; walls/floors reduce this.
• Use inverter-USB only: do not power via separate USB adapter.

Pairing (RF pairing) in brief

The Shine RF Stick X2 works as an RF slave. You put it in pairing mode (usually by double-clicking the button) and then add it via the app/host following the steps of your RF host.

Compatibility

Suitable for Growatt PV inverters with a USB port and intended for use with an RF host (such as ShineLanBox-X2 or GroHome Manager-X) for monitoring via Shine platforms.