{"product_id":"rj45-to-usb-cable-to-connect-a-solar-charge-controller-to-a-pc-computer-1-5m-length-ptr-usb","title":"RJ45 to USB cable to connect a solar charge controller to a PC \/ computer (1.5m length)","description":"\u003c!-- \n  ***********************************************************\n  EBAY LISTING DATA\n  ***********************************************************\n  OPTIMIZED EBAY TITLE (80 Chars): Photonic Universe PTR-USB RJ45 to USB Cable for Solar Charge Controller PC Link\n  SEO NOTES: Grounded in SKU research. Specifically designed for Photonic Universe MPPT\/PWM controllers. RS485 communication protocol. 1.5m length. 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Allows real-time monitoring and programming of solar systems via PC software.\",\n    \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"solarika \/ Aftermarket\" },\n    \"sku\": \"PTR-USB\",\n    \"mpn\": \"PTR-USB\",\n    \"offers\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/solarika.co.uk\/products\/{{ product.handle }}\",\n      \"priceCurrency\": \"GBP\",\n      \"price\": \"{{ product.price | money_without_currency }}\",\n      \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"\n    }\n  }\n  \u003c\/script\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2c3e50; color: #ffffff; padding: 40px 20px; text-align: center; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch1 style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 28px; letter-spacing: 1px; text-transform: uppercase; color: #ffffff;\"\u003ePTR-USB Communication Cable\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 0; font-size: 18px; color: #ecf0f1;\"\u003eRS485 RJ45 to USB PC Link Adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-top: none; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePTR-USB\u003c\/strong\u003e communication cable is an essential accessory for managing and monitoring your solar power system. Specifically designed for Photonic Universe MPPT and PWM solar charge controllers, this cable bridges the gap between your controller’s RJ45 port and your PC or laptop's USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8f9fa; border-left: 5px solid #27ae60; padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong style=\"color: #27ae60;\"\u003eRELIABILITY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for stable data transmission and long-term durability in automotive, marine, and leisure vehicle environments.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eUsing this cable unlocks advanced functionality through free Windows-based software, allowing users to monitor live data, track performance statistics, and personalize charging parameters to suit specific battery types and load requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-top: 20px; gap: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Real-time system monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Custom charging stage programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ High-speed RS485 communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Plug-and-play USB interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px dashed #eee;\"\u003e✔ Durable 1.5m cable length\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 300px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSKU \/ MPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; text-align: right;\"\u003ePTR-USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterface A\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; text-align: right;\"\u003eUSB Type A (Male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInterface B\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; text-align: right;\"\u003eRJ45 (8-Pin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProtocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; text-align: right;\"\u003eRS485\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; text-align: right;\"\u003e1.5 Meters\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOS Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; text-align: right;\"\u003eWindows OS\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eCompatibility \/ Fitment Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n          \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ecf0f1;\"\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eSystem Brand\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eDevice Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; text-align: left;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePhotonic Universe\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMPPT Solar Controllers\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFits all models with RJ45\/RS485 port\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePhotonic Universe\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePWM Solar Controllers\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePU Series with communication support\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAftermarket Solar\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUniversal RS485 Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eVerify pinout before use on non-PU devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eOEM Cross Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #fdfdfd;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; width: 40%;\"\u003ePhotonic Universe\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePTR-USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eEPEVER \/ EPsolar Equivalent\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCC-USB-RS485-150U\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"background-color: #34495e; color: #fff; padding: 12px 15px; margin: 0; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; text-align: center;\"\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-top: none; background-color: #ffffff; color: #444; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e1. Connect the RJ45 end to the \"RS485\" or \"COM\" port on your solar controller.\u003cbr\u003e\n        2. Plug the USB end into an available port on your Windows PC.\u003cbr\u003e\n        3. Install the appropriate \"Solar Station\" or manufacturer-specific monitoring software.\u003cbr\u003e\n        4. Select the correct COM port within the software settings to begin data synchronization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; background-color: #fcfcfc; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 6px; padding: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; border-bottom: 2px solid #3498db; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eIs this a genuine original part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eThis is a high-grade solarika \/ Aftermarket replacement cable manufactured to meet the exact technical specifications of the original PTR-USB communication cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eHow do I know if it is compatible?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eIf your solar charge controller has an RJ45 port labeled \"RS485\" and you are using a Photonic Universe or EPEVER system, this cable is the standard link for PC communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 5px 0; font-weight: bold; color: #333;\"\u003eCan I leave this cable connected permanently?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; color: #666; font-size: 15px;\"\u003eYes, the cable is designed for long-term connection to a dedicated monitoring PC or logging device within your vehicle or boat electrical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; font-size: 14px; color: #7f8c8d; border-top: 1px solid #eee; padding-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Software is not included with the cable but can be downloaded from the manufacturer's website. 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