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Excess is a value that results from a master eGauge losing contact with certain remote registers, such as power values from a remote, secondary eGauge. It generally does not appear on eGauges without remote devices. When a master eGauge re-establishes communi...

Devices on firmware older than version 3.01 may experience a phenomenon where register configuration changes that require a reboot cause unusually high readings to appear in the minute following the change. These readings are referred to as spikes, since they ...

The eGauge has a number of settings which can be modified by the end user. Some of these are relatively benign, while others can impact accuracy or even break network connectivity outright. This article is intended to provide first-time users with a brief over...

Overview Available in firmware v4.1 and newer, the eGauge interface has a new mobile-friendly dashlet interface available to use on mobile and desktop browsers. This interface (referred to as the Modern user-interface) is designed to provide improved customiz...

You may also refer to the complete guide, Directly Connecting to the eGauge Below are the recommended steps to establish communication with an eGauge when the HomePlug adapter or eGauge Ethernet port is directly connected to the Ethernet port of a computer, a...

The status toolbar at the top of the LCD display provides a quick overview of device status. When navigating the LCD menus this information is usually available, although a few menus won't display the status toolbar. The page numbers in the top right corner ar...

The eGauge meter stores all data locally on the device itself, meaning it does not need to be connected to the internet and the proxy server for functionality. Because of this, data is only transferred when a user visits the device interface, or if data sharin...

Note that a combination of the issues below may be involved with any communication problem. Also, there may be factors impacting eGauge/HomePlug communication not presented below. GFCI Outlets Almost all GFCI outlets will cause issues, but will not necessari...

HomePlug adapters should be connected directly into a wall outlet. If that is not an option, it is possible to plug the HomePlug into a power strip provided the power strip has no integrated surge suppressor. Most power strips designed for computers have integ...

Correct phasing (associating a CT with the correct voltage reference) is a critical component of the eGauge installation. Ideally, phasing should be verified using a handheld multimeter to determine the phase of a conductor monitored by a given CT. Generally t...

Table of Contents OverviewChecking Current Firmware VersionUpdating FirmwareVideo TutorialUpdating Firmware Without an Internet Connection Overview eGauge releases periodic firmware updates to address bugs, add functionality, and address security issues. De...

May disrupt network-wide traffic. Do not attempt to configure a static IP address without knowledge of specific network information and access to gateway/router! Any incorrect settings can disrupt internet access for the whole network. Changing the Hostname s...

If the eGauge interface can be accessed, it is possible to view the HomePlug communication speed. Navigate to Settings -> HomePlug or use this link: http://DEVNAME.egaug.es/settings.html?s=HomePlug (replacing DEVNAME with the device name of your eGauge). This ...

For meters purchased on or after Jan 2021: Meters shipped after January 2021 will come with a random password assigned to the meter at the time of manufacture. This password is printed on the side of the meter opposite the CT ports. Assuming the meter still h...

You may also wish to refer to our CT Selection Guide for additional information.  For firmware versions prior to v2.16, the CT is identified by the amperage rating of the installed CT (not the amperage rating of the circuit being monitored). Starting in firmwa...

To browse all available and supported CTs, visit the online store. For a detailed list of all CT models that have been tested to be compatible with the eGauge meter, including legacy CTs that may not be fully supported or available anymore you may view the eGa...

The default colors for Usage and Generation can be changed from the Preferences menu, under Settings -> Preferences. This can be helpful for users with red/green colorblindness. Note that this is a global change - every register without a custom line style wil...

This occurs when the username and password entered is valid, but the eGauge doesn't accept those credentials for making changes. This will happen for one of two reasons:  The user you authenticated as does not have privileges to save settings. You can see y...

Overview From firmware version 3.6.3 onward, the eGauge meter will ask the user whether they want to clear historical data after making changes to the Installation page (located at Settings -> Installation). This is a convenience feature for new installs. Sin...