Ingineer said:
Has anyone contacted them yet? Can you buy it without the installation, maintenance contracts, etc?
I'd be interested in what the final cost out the door for a self-installed unit. (if they will even sell it that way)
-Phil
Three installation options:
1. Hardware + install process...
2. Cash and carry + commissioning (Turn it on and test it)
3. Cash and carry
4. Ooopss... see below - after looked up my notes from talking with AV and Nissan, I noticed the http://nissanqc.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; site has been updated, within the last week, I think.
I'm on their list for the QC units. Supposed to get final specs any day now for the last week. They're releasing all of the specs and installation manual at once, and there's not much additional information until that time. It's possible the initial units may ship without networking or an ability to collect payment, though they should be able to field upgrade the units with these capabilities in the future at an undetermined price.
Does the Andromeda unit seem like it's appropriate for installation in an unattended public place? Will it stand up to public usage and mild vandalism? Can the Andromeda unit be converted to SAE Combo in the future?
With the initial Nissan unit starting at $15,500 plus additional, as yet unknown costs to field upgrade for access control / subscription / billing that the final cost won't be far off from the cost of the Andromeda unit.
Just noticed they've updated the networking / access control / billing options since I last checked. Pretty much confirms no network, no aceess control, no billing on the initial units
Access Control & Networking
No Networking (Standard)
Networking is currently not available.
Networking (Currently Not Available)
Networking will be available at a future date. This functionality can be added to Charging Stations already installed in the field. Networking features will include Network Management (User Authentication), Account Management, Asset Management (Remote Enable/Disable/Reboot), Alert/Notification Management, and Reporting.
Access Control (Currently Not Available)
Access Control will be available at a future date. This functionality can be added to the Charging Stations already installed in the field. Access Control and Subscriber Management will enable you to allow/restrict usage based on individuals/ groups/time/calendar/RFID#
Subscription/Billing Management (Currently Not Available)
Subscription/Billing Management will be available at a future date with Networking and Access Control. This will include Pricing Scheduling, Payment Processing, Transaction Management and Financial Reconciliation.
More on the installation options
Installation
Site Technical Feasibility Report
(included with all proposals as a default) Includes an on-site inspection by certified electrician/installers to assess to capabilities of the location.
Turnkey Installation
Includes all aspects of installation from construction to final commissioning. Handled by AeroVironment Installation Services Group without customer resources needed.
Construction Management Only
Includes management of installation from design, permitting and commissioning by AeroVironment Installation Group through Customer’s existing contractor (s).
Final Commissioning Only
Includes the commissioning of the charging unit only. Customer will handle all construction and electrical contracting needs.
Maintenance Contract
Maintenance Contract
Includes 1 year of site visits and labor for manufacturer recommended 6-month maintenance. Provided by AeroVironment.