Xantrex Xanbus SCP for Freedom SW2012 SW3012

The SCP is the dedicated remote control / monitoring panel for the Xantrex Freedom SW2012 and SW3012 inverter-chargers. Inverter-chargers typically mount in equipment cabinets or engine rooms near the batteries (short cable runs needed to minimize voltage drop) - practical install locations away from living spaces and helm positions. But the operator needs control and status access during normal use. The SCP provides this remote interface: operator interaction happens at the panel mounted in the living space, helm, or nav station rather than the inverter itself. Functions: inverter on/off, charger configuration, real-time status monitoring, setup menus.

This SCP variant is specifically designed for the Xantrex Freedom SW2012 (2000W continuous, 12V DC) and Freedom SW3012 (3000W continuous, 12V DC) inverter-chargers. The 12V variants in the Xantrex Freedom SW line - appropriate for typical recreational boats and RVs with 12V battery banks. NOT compatible with the larger Freedom SW2024 (2000W, 24V) or Freedom SW3024 (3000W, 24V) which require a different SCP variant (different SKU). NOT compatible with non-Xantrex inverter brands - the Xanbus communication protocol is Xantrex-specific. Verify your specific inverter model before ordering.

Real-time display of: inverter output power (watts being supplied to AC loads), charging current (amps flowing into batteries during charging), battery voltage (current battery bank state), battery state of charge (percentage of battery capacity remaining), and fault conditions (over-temperature, low battery, AC input issues). Plus operator control: inverter on/off, charger configuration (charge profile for AGM vs flooded vs lithium batteries, charge current limits), setup and configuration through the inverter's full setup menus.

Several practical reasons: (1) Battery preservation - knowing when batteries are getting low lets you reduce loads or start the engine for charging before the inverter shuts off from low battery voltage. Avoids unexpected loss of AC power. (2) Load management - knowing the current inverter output power lets you manage AC loads to stay within inverter capacity. Exceeding the limit shuts down the inverter. (3) Charging optimization - watching charging progress tells you when batteries are full and engine / shore power can be reduced. Saves fuel and electricity costs. (4) Fault detection - early warning of fault conditions before they become critical (over-temperature warnings before shutdown, low battery warnings before output loss).

Xanbus is Xantrex's proprietary component communication protocol that lets multiple Xantrex products in the system communicate with each other. Practical implication: the SCP isn't a generic display - it's specifically designed to work with Xanbus-compatible Xantrex products (the Freedom SW inverter-chargers, Xantrex MPPT solar charge controllers, Xantrex battery monitors). For non-Xantrex systems, generic remote control panels won't work with the Freedom SW. only Xantrex Xanbus components communicate with it. For boats / RVs running multiple Xantrex products, Xanbus integration means a unified control / monitoring experience across all components.

Plan for 2-3 hours for an experienced installer. Tasks: select a mounting location for the SCP (typical mounting at the helm, nav station, or galley panel where the operator can see and access it regularly), cut the panel mounting hole per the included template (4-inch hole required), mount the SCP using the included bracket and hardware, run the Xanbus communication cable from the SCP to the Freedom SW inverter location (standard CAT5 patch cable, can run 100+ feet without signal degradation), connect Xanbus terminators at both ends of the network if not already terminated, power on the system and verify the SCP communicates with the inverter.

The SCP ships with the control panel unit, mounting bracket, and basic documentation. NOT INCLUDED: (1) Xanbus communication cable - standard CAT5 patch cable or Xantrex pre-made Xanbus cable in various lengths (sold separately based on your install cable length needs). (2) Xanbus terminators if needed (the SCP and inverter typically include terminators in the box). (3) The Freedom SW inverter-charger itself - this is the accessory panel for an existing inverter install. The SCP doesn't function standalone - requires the Freedom SW inverter-charger to operate. For installing both at once, order the inverter and SCP together.

Typical mounting locations: (1) Helm - if the operator needs inverter control at the boat's helm position during operation (rare on recreational boats, common on commercial vessels). (2) Nav station - for sailboats and cruising powerboats with dedicated nav stations, the SCP fits naturally with other electronics. (3) Galley panel - for boats / RVs where AC power management happens primarily at the galley (turning the inverter on/off based on cooking / appliance use). (4) Salon / living area - for cruising boats where the operator wants AC power monitoring from the main living space. The 4-inch panel hole requirement constrains options - the mounting location needs flat panel surface with enough depth behind for the SCP body.

YES - the SCP provides full charger configuration capability. Set charging parameters including charge profile (AGM vs flooded vs lithium batteries - each has different charging requirements), charge current limits (set the maximum charging current to match your battery bank capacity), charge stages (bulk, absorption, float typical for lead-acid. lithium uses different staging). The right charging parameters extend battery life and ensure full charging. For boats / RVs with different battery types (upgrading from flooded to lithium, switching between AGM and lithium for different applications), the SCP makes it easy to reconfigure the charger via menus rather than physically accessing the inverter unit.

This SCP won't work - the Xanbus protocol is Xantrex-specific. For non-Xantrex inverter-chargers (Magnum, Victron, ProMariner, Outback, etc.), use the matching remote control panel from your specific inverter brand. Each brand has its own communication protocol and dedicated remote panels. Don't mix brands - inverter-A's remote panel doesn't talk to inverter-B's inverter. If you're considering a new inverter install and the Xantrex Freedom SW with this SCP looks attractive, that's a complete-system decision (Xantrex inverter + Xantrex SCP + potentially other Xantrex Xanbus components).

The SCP makes shore power transitions easier. When you connect to shore power: turn off the inverter via the SCP so the inverter doesn't try to operate while AC is incoming (the charger function continues to charge batteries from shore power). When you disconnect from shore power: turn on the inverter via the SCP so the boat has continuous AC available from the batteries. Without remote control, you'd have to physically go to the inverter location for each transition. With the SCP, the transition is a button press at the convenient remote panel location.

Xantrex standard 1-year limited warranty applies. Save the receipt and the original packaging. Warranty service runs through Xantrex's authorized service network. Most field failures Xantrex sees in the SCP line are install-related (wrong Xanbus cable type causing communication issues, incorrect inverter model compatibility) rather than panel defects - careful install delivers many years of reliable service. Xantrex has 25+ years manufacturing power electronics with excellent field reliability.