Solar fundamentals
Tech Term

Keep-alive signal

A keep-alive signal is a recurring signal that tells connected devices normal operation is allowed; if the signal disappears, devices can switch to a safe state.

What does Keep-alive signal mean?

A keep-alive signal is a recurring signal that tells connected devices normal operation is allowed; if the signal disappears, devices can switch to a safe state.

What should installers verify about Keep-alive signal in a rapid shutdown design?

Rapid shutdown design is about reducing voltage in defined parts of a PV system after shutdown is initiated. The exact requirements depend on code edition, jurisdiction, equipment listing, system architecture, and manufacturer instructions, so published material should avoid treating one code phrase as universal.

Practical design considerations

  • Use the term consistently across product pages, technical documents, and support content.

Why this matters for Tigo systems

for Tigo systems, this term is often connected to RSS Transmitter and compatible TS4 rapid shutdown devices. Use documented wording for code, certification, and compatibility statements.

Related Tigo resources

Related Tigo Support: For design, installation, commissioning, or troubleshooting details, see Design Essentials for Rapid Shutdown using TS4-F MLPE and FAQ - RSS Transmitter with Pure Signal Technology (PST).