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What’s new

For all ţţËã·¨ App users:

1. Enhanced gateway connectivity feature

   Users are now shown a warning message if they select a weak Wi-Fi network while configuring Wi-Fi for their gateway.

   

What’s Fixed

For all ţţËã·¨ App users:

• Bug fixes and minor enhancements.

What’s new

For all ţţËã·¨ App users:

1. Solar Offset metric is now available 

   Added a new performance metric called Solar Offset on the Status and Energy pages. You can also customize the existing Performance metrics by clicking on Manage to show/hide different cards.

   To display this metric on Status and Energy pages, click on Manage and enable Solar Offset.

   

2. Microinverter type now displayed on Array page 

   Enhanced Array page to display microinverter type and details for easier monitoring.

   

For IQ PowerPack 1500 users:

1. View last known settings on app (IQ PowerPack 1500 v6.0.0 and above) 

   Added the last known settings in the app when the device is offline or powered off.

   

2. Weather information now available on the app:

   You can now view weather information based on your site address.

   

   Navigate to MENU > System > Site Details and click on Edit to update your address anytime.

   

3. Periodic wakeup is now available (IQ PowerPack 1500 v6.0.0 and above) 

   Added periodic wakeup for self-update.

For IQ EV Charger users across all regions: 

1. Generate reports with Multiple chargers 

   Added multi-charger support for Daily/Session report generation.

   

For IQ EV Charger users in Europe and UK: 

1. Learn more about Charging modes 

   Added a new Learn More about Charging Modes section explaining the functionality of different charging modes under different profiles.

   

What’s Fixed

• Updated the calculation logic for system backup time to include the battery shutdown level.
• Fixed issue of users receiving outdated events in the monthly report.
• [For users in the UK] Fixed issue preventing users from restarting their system after G100 export limit violation.
• [For IQ PowerPack 1500 users] Corrected display of settings success message.
• [For DAP Illinois users] Fixed issue of incorrectly showing 'Charge battery from grid' for export only systems.

What’s new

For all installers:

1. Added the ability to view the microinverter type on the Array view and Array Builder

   We have provided users with the ability to view the type of microinverter on the array panels on the View tab and Array Builder. When clicking a particular panel, users will also see the microinverter details in the tooltip.

   

   Array map under the ‘View’ tab

   

   Array Builder

2. Added a new Not Reporting device status for the cell modems

   It is misleading to show the cell modem as retired when it has lost connectivity during operation but has not actually retired. So, like other devices like the battery or microinverter, we have added a new Not Reporting device status for the cell modems in addition to the Normal and Retired statuses.

   Note - This will be gradually rolled out to the systems after the eSW-related changes are deployed per Gateway. 

What’s fixed 

1. Resolved the issue of the Grid Profile changes not syncing with the new System List.
2. Fixed the issue of space, case and special character sensitivity for the zip code used during the Transfer of Ownership process.
3. Reduced the severity of some SoC-related events that are expected on the system but caused changes in the system status.

IQ Gateway software version 8.2.4398 supports grid-tied (without backup) Solar Only, grid-tied solar and storage systems, and grid-forming (with backup) solar and storage systems with IQ8 Series, IQ7 Series, S Series Microinverters, or third-party string inverters, along with IQ Battery 5P and IQ System Controller 3 INT.

Countries: Australia and New Zealand

• Gateways supported:
   
  • IQ Gateway Metered
• Microinverters supported:
   
  • IQ8 Series, IQ7 Series, S Series, third-party string inverters (Grid-tied solar and storage systems only)
• Batteries supported:
   
  • IQ Battery 5P
• System controllers supported:
   
  • IQ System Controller 3 INT
• Supported system configurations: 
   
  • Grid-tied (without backup) Solar Only systems with IQ8 Series, IQ7 Series, and/or S Series Microinverters, and IQ Gateway Metered
  • Grid-tied (without backup) Solar Only systems with IQ8 Series, IQ7 Series, and/or S Series Microinverters, and IQ System Controller 3 INT
  • Grid-tied (without backup) solar and storage systems with IQ8 Series, IQ7 Series, and/or S Series Microinverters, or third-party string inverters, IQ Gateway Metered, and IQ Battery 5P
  • Grid-forming (with backup) solar and storage systems with IQ8 Series, IQ7 Series, and/or S Series Microinverters, IQ System Controller 3 INT, and IQ Battery 5P

This release is being deployed via remote software upgrades for all systems, excluding sites with AC Batteries (ACB), S Series Microinverters, and sites with older IQ Gateway models.

What’s new

For ţţËã·¨ App users on Smart Solar Billing plan in Illinois:

1. Updated Electricity Rate Settings

   Users can add and view their Hourly Dynamic Prices by selecting their Utility and Rate Name. Go to Menu > Settings > Electricity Rate

   

2. Updated Battery Settings

   Users can set their batteries to charge from grid or discharge to the grid as per the battery mode set during system commissioning by the installer. Go to Menu > Settings > Battery

   

3. Update Site Details

   Users can view their grid connection details: Connection Type, Connection Year and Battery Mode. Go to Menu > System > Site Details

   

What’s new

For all installers:

1. Improved site search with autocomplete functionality: The app now features intelligent search with autocomplete suggestions, displaying results dynamically as installers type and supporting partial name matches for faster site search.

   

2. Regional inventory protection (coming soon): To prevent geographical arbitrage, enhanced location validation will be implemented soon. The system verifies serial numbers against installation country locations to ensure devices are activated in their intended markets.

3. IQ Gateway update and replacement process: The app now automatically initiates cloud upgrades when installing new gateways with older firmware and manages the entire replacement process with status notifications and guided workflow.

   

4. Homeowner access management: Email changes for homeowner accounts are restricted after six months of system operation. To change ownership, homeowners must use the Transfer of Ownership service. Learn more about Transfer of Ownership.
5. Production meter enablement: Automated meter state management now disables production meters when microinverters are first added and requires revalidation for existing system configurations.
6. CT configuration flexibility: The app now allows switching between Load only and Load with solar modes during CT configuration without restarting the wizard.

For North America, Mexico, and Puerto Rico installers:

1. Battery configuration enhancement: Improved guidance for battery breaker configuration and oversubscription settings prevents mismatches between DER port selection and battery breaker details.

   

2. Storage CT validation: New jumper cable detection in the storage CT wizard checks L2 voltage before battery charge test to prevent misconfiguration and ensure proper system setup.

   

3. PV breaker monitoring: The enhanced monitoring system provides clear wiring instructions and automatically clears errors once proper connections are verified.

   

For APAC and EMEA installers:

1. Phase sequence validation: The app now includes a step to verify the grid-side wiring of the IQ System Controller for the correct phase sequence. This check is mandatory for three-phase backup sites.

2. Upload IQ System Controller checklist: The app advises installers to upload wiring and checklist images of the IQ System Controller for future system diagnostics.

   

3. IQ Gateway replacement flow enhancement: The streamlined gateway replacement process in the EMEA/APAC regions now offers clear choices between system extension and replacement with automated validation checks.

   

4. Power Export Limit updates: Power control settings have been reorganized with improved PEL configuration for IQ7 systems and streamlined access to ţţËã·¨ Power Control features.

   

5. Dynamic Load Balancing for IQ EV Charger: The app now supports configuration and power limiting for IQ EV Chargers through dynamic load balancing. The grid interconnection capacity field is mandatory for this feature.

   

6. IQ Energy Router system flexibility: IQ Energy Router support has been extended to allow IQ Battery installations with third-party string inverters, removing the requirement for ţţËã·¨ microinverters.
7. IQ Combiner Lite management: The app now implements specific microinverter quantity limits based on inverter models, with automated validation during system configuration.
8. Consumption meter validation: The ability to use Expert Mode has been removed when polarity issues or zero readings are detected in Consumption CT.

What’s fixed

• Device replacement validation: Enhanced security checks during device replacement now validate if devices are already commissioned on other sites before allowing replacement, preventing duplicate installations.

This release is being deployed via Google Play (Android) and App Store (iOS) upgrades.

What’s fixed

• [For IQ PowerPack 1500 users] Fixed issue where one hour of energy data was missing post DST change on Mar 9, 2025.

What’s New

For IQ PowerPack 1500 users:

1. Never Power Save and Never Power Off option for AC output

   Added option to never enter Power Save and Power Off mode.

   

What’s Fixed

• [For IQ PowerPack 1500 users] Fixed the issue where Profile is shown as Unknown in local connection view.
• [For IQ PowerPack 1500 users] Resolved bug when changing Light setting mode over local connection.
• [For IQ PowerPack 1500 users] Fixed redirect to Dashboard after registration on Android 11 and earlier versions.

What’s new

For all ţţËã·¨ App users:

1. Gateway Not Reporting banner on Status page

   Users are now notified with a clear banner on the Status page when the Gateway isn’t reporting data, along with steps to reconnect.

   

For IQ PowerPack 1500 users:

1. Never Power Save and Never Power Off option for AC output

   Added option to never enter Power Save and Power Off mode.

   

What’s Fixed

• Restricted changes to battery and profile settings in the ţţËã·¨ app during commissioning to ensure a seamless configuration.
• [For NEM 3.0 users] Updated AI Optimization algorithm to include main panel breaker rating to improve system performance.
• Resolved the issue preventing few users from accessing the app due to an internal server error.
• [For IQ PowerPack 1500 users] Resolved bug when changing Light setting mode.
• [For IQ EV Charger users in Europe] Fixed the issue where Allowed charging limit value was not getting honoured for Three Phase IT Grid configuration.

What’s new

For all installers:

1. Added an easy option to obtain system access permission from a homeowner

   • Installers can now use the Request System Access link on the Company Profile page to request system access from a homeowner.
   • Installers can request two types of access:
     • Maintainer
     • View Only

   

2. Added an option to check Battery Health

   • Installers can now check the Battery Health parameter in the IQ Batteries section of the Devices page by clicking on the Limited Warranty of the battery.
   • This feature gives installers additional insight into the system’s battery status and performance.

   

What’s fixed

• [For IQ EV Charger users in North America and Europe] Resolved an issue that frequently caused EV chargers' status to appear offline incorrectly.

What’s new

For all installers:

1. PV module compatibility calculator

   • The new Activations page now includes a link to the IQ Microinverter compatibility calculator, making it easier to check PV module compatibility with IQ Microinverters.

   

   

2. Improved workflow for navigating between battery and system 

   • Installers can now easily navigate between Battery Configuration and Profile Settings on the Activations page. A clearer separation ensures accurate redirection and displays relevant options based on battery count.

   

3. Enhanced subcontractor assignment functionality

   • Subcontractor assignment is now operational on the new Activations page, allowing both user and administrator roles to add authorized subcontractors as intended.

   

4. IQ Battery and IQ System Controller provisioning status on new Activations page

   • The new Activations page now includes IQ Battery and IQ System Controller details in the Provisioning section. This allows installers to see if these components have been provisioned and take any required actions.

   

For North America installers:

1. Grid Connection Type updates for all states: The Grid Connection Type field is now displayed for sites in all states across North America region, and not just limited to Illinois or California.

   • When a site is located in states other than Illinois or California, the Grid Connection Type field will display the following options:
      
     • Solar and/or Storage (with utility service)
     • Full Off-Grid (without utility service)

   

For APAC and EMEA installers:

1. Enhanced device validation for grey market prevention in EMEA

   • The ţţËã·¨ Installer App now includes region-based device validation during commissioning to maintain inventory integrity and prevent unauthorized cross-region installations.

   

What’s fixed

1. General bug fixes and improvements.

What’s new

For all ţţËã·¨ App users:

1. Gateway Not Reporting banner on Monthly Energy Report

   Monthly Energy Report now includes a banner to notify users if their Gateway isn't reporting data, along with steps to reconnect.

   

2. Added context for Permission Denied toast messages

   Users who are not the system owner will now see a message explaining they need to sign in with the owner's account to edit settings.

   

3. Details added on three-phase Live Status view

   To improve clarity regarding power flow, a note has been added to the phase selection page in Live Status.

   

For ţţËã·¨ App users with IQ EV Chargers in Bermuda:

1. Homeowners can create an IQ EV Charger only site

   Users in Bermuda can now create an IQ EV Charger only site using the ţţËã·¨ App. To add a charger, go to Menu -> Add Devices -> IQ EV Charger.

For ţţËã·¨ App users with SunPower migrated systems:

1. Estimated Warranty is now available

   Estimated Warranty is now displayed for third party inverters. To view, go to Menu > System > Devices > Third Party Devices > Estimated Warranty.

What’s fixed

1. Fixed Warranty dates for legacy and replacement devices.
2. Resolved the issue where Monetary Impact values were incorrect in specific cases.
3. Updated LED status in Live Vitals page to show Battery on standby when the battery DC switch is off due to low charge.
4. Resolved issue where production readings were missing for D380 Microinverters.
5. [IQ PowerPack 1500 users in US & Canada] Fixed an issue preventing the reset of IQ PowerPack 1500 from the app.
6. [IQ PowerPack 1500 users in US & Canada] Removed the Company and API Access Settings from Account > My Access Control page.

What’s fixed

For all IQ EV Charger users in North America and Europe

• Resolved an issue preventing Green charging from working for certain users.
• Fixed a bug that was causing Off-Peak schedules to be disabled in specific cases.

What’s fixed

For ţţËã·¨ App users with an IQ PowerPack 1500 in the United States and Canada:

1. Resolved an issue where users were unable to register their IQ PowerPack 1500 on Android 11 and earlier versions.  
2. Fixed the issue where the AC Ports state on the Profile page was not accurately reflected when the IQ PowerPack 1500 was connected to a load and the app was connected to the device via Bluetooth.
3. Resolved an issue that caused users to see an incorrect error screen on the IQ PowerPack 1500 during registration.
4. Updated messaging to provide clear instructions in the app when the IQ PowerPack 1500 is offline.

What’s fixed

For ţţËã·¨ App users with an IQ PowerPack 1500 in the United States and Canada: 

1. Bug fixes and minor enhancements.

What’s fixed

For ţţËã·¨ App users with an IQ PowerPack 1500 in the U.S. and Canada:

1. Resolved the issue where new users were not able to register their IQ PowerPack 1500 device.

What’s new

For all installers:

1. Gateway software upgrade

   • Installers can now continue with the provisioning process when the gateway version meets the minimum requirements, thereby reducing installation delays while ensuring system safety.

   

2. Mandatory fields validation

   • The enhanced validation system provides immediate feedback on any missing required fields, with clear and actionable error messages. 

   

3. Microinverter provisioning  

   • The provisioning workflow now automatically detects new or failed devices. The Provision all button remains active until all devices are commissioned.

   

   

For North America installers:

1. Support for Net Metering (in Illinois)

   • Implemented grid connection type selection with automatic battery mode configuration.

   

2. Added support for IQ Battery 5P in 208 V configurations in California

For APAC and EMEA installers:

1. Third-party string inverter support in grid-tied configuration 
    
   • Enabled third-party string inverter support for grid-tied systems with IQ Battery 5P.

What’s fixed

1. Other bug fixes and improvements.

What’s new

For all installers:

1. Added the ability to partially search system names on the Dashboard page

   • We have enabled partial search for systems on the Dashboard under Systems. This autocomplete feature makes it faster and easier to search for systems, and is available within the following tabs: 
      
     • All
     • Alerts
     • Activations

   

What’s fixed

1. Resolved the issue of the Systems Yearly Production Report and Systems Monthly Production Report not being sent to the email.
2. Fixed issues of SMS messages not being received by some users and the same SMS message being received multiple times by users.
3. Addressed the issue of incorrect power values (Average Real Power) being displayed for microinverters under the Devices tab.
4. Fixed the incorrect Italian translations used in the registration form.

What’s new

For all installers:

1. Advanced meter readings from Production and Consumption CTs

   • Installers can now view advanced readings, such as Power Factor, on the Meter Configuration page by selecting View Advanced Readings.

    

2. Enable production meter after adding microinverters
    
   • If microinverters are added for the first time, the consumption and production meters will be disabled. If the installer had previously enabled the meters before adding the microinverters, they will need to re-validate them.

3. Ability to change Consumption CT measuring input

   • Installers can now change the Consumption CT configuration between Load only and Load with solar modes while navigating through the wizard.

   

For North America installers:

1. Set the default battery mode setting (in Illinois)

   The ţţËã·¨ Installer App will automatically set the relevant battery mode based on the grid connection type chosen by the installer. 

For APAC and EMEA installers:

1. Commission the IQ Battery 5P with FlexPhase system in backup and grid-tied mode (in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland)
    
   • Depending on the availability of the new devices, installers can now commission the IQ Battery 5P with FlexPhase, configured as three-phase, for both backup and grid-tied setups.

2. Commission IQ EV Charger 2 in Europe (country-specific) from the ţţËã·¨ Installer App

   • The installer can now commission IQ EV Charger 2 in Europe (country-specific) directly from the ţţËã·¨ Installer App. The installer can commission, retire, and set ţţËã·¨ Power Control to adhere to the grid connection rating.

   

What’s fixed

• The message in one of the Consumption CT wizard's steps has been updated to provide clearer information on the system's behavior.

This release is being deployed via Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS) upgrades.

What’s new

For all installers:

1. Added an easy option to change the system maintainer to another company

   • Installers can now select the type of access they would like to request in the Access section of the Settings page when requesting access to a system for another company. The request for access then goes to the homeowner to approve or reject.
   • Installers can request two types of access:
      
     • Maintainer
     • View-Only

   

2. Added a section to upload proof of address while transferring ownership of a system

   • When requesting a Transfer of Ownership for a system, installers and homeowners are now required to provide proof of address for verification.

   

For all installers in the United States:

1. Added the capability to download system details from the System List

   • Installers can download a CSV file with system data from the System List on the Fleet Dashboard.

   

What’s new

For ţţËã·¨ App users in the United States: 

1. We have added Red Flag Warnings to the list of weather alerts that activate the Storm Guard feature. The is more closely focused on the alerts that most commonly cause grid outages.