Wi-Fi Control Energy Monitoring (Beta)

Get Started Using Wi-Fi Control Energy Monitoring

Existing App Users

If your Wi-Fi Heat Pump Control is already configured and working with your compatible Mitsubishi Electric Heat Pump^*, you can start using Wi-Fi Control Energy Monitoring.

New App Users

If you haven’t set up Wi-Fi Heat Pump Control yet, download the app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store. Follow the setup guide found under [Support] > [How to Setup] to add your Mitsubishi Electric Heat Pump to Wi-Fi Control.

Start In-App Energy Monitoring

1) Select the heat pump you would like to monitor the energy usage of.

2) If your heat pump is compatible you will see [Energy Monitoring] underneath the airflow direction.

3) Set your cents per kWh (c/kWh) rate which you can find on your power bill. In this example, we have used the national average.

Indicative Energy View

In early development, Energy Monitoring was only available in the 'Enhanced View' (displayed in blue) on new models with the latest firmware update. However, to enable more homeowners to benefit from Wi-Fi Heat Pump Control Energy Monitoring, the 'Indicative View' (displayed in gold) has been developed for compatibility with other models.

Both views deliver similar accuracy over time, ensuring reliable insights for efficient energy management.

Due to this, your Mitsubishi Electric Wi-Fi Energy Monitoring Compatible Heat Pump may display an 'Indicative Energy' view in gold. View your estimated heat pump energy consumption (kW) and cost ($) by...

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Support

Energy Monitoring Not Displaying?

1) Check Your Heat Pump Model is Wi-Fi Energy Monitoring Compatible

Compatible Heat Pumps with Optional Wi-Fi Control:

• Standard GS Series
  MSZ-GS25/35/42/50/60VFD-A1/2
  MSZ-GS71/80VFD-A2/3
• EcoCore AP Mini
  MSZ-AP20VGD
• EcoCore AP Classic Series
  MSZ-AP25/35/42/50/60/71/80VGD(2)
• Large Capacity AS90
  MSZ-AS90VGD

Compatible Heat Pumps with Built-In Wi-Fi Control:

• EcoCore AP Plus Series
  MSZ-AP25/35/42/50/60/71/80VGKD(2)
• Designer EF Series
  MSZ-EF25/35/42/50VGK(D)(B/S/W)
• Black Diamond LN Series
  MSZ-LN25/35/50/60VG(2/3)(R/V/B)

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my heat pump be capable of Energy Monitoring?

The following single room high wall models are compatible:

• Black Diamond LN Series, Designer EF Series and AP Plus Series with built-in Wi-Fi Control.
• AP Mini, AP Classic Series, Large Capacity AS90, and Standard GS Series^† are Energy Monitoring compatible when paired with an optional Wi-Fi Interface.
• KW Floor Consoles, MLZ Cassettes, S-Series (SEZ and SLZ), P-Series (PEAD, PEA, PLA, PKA, and PCA) and OmniCore Multi Room Systems are not currently compatible with Energy Monitoring.

† GS71/80 requires revision ‘-A2’ or higher.

Where do I view Energy Monitoring in the App?

Energy Monitoring can be accessed from the individual control screen. If your unit is compatible, the Energy Monitoring button will automatically appear at the bottom of the screen.

My heat pump is a compatible model; why is Energy Monitoring not showing?

Ensure you have selected the correct model in your app. If you do not see Energy Monitoring on the individual control screen, check your model selection in Settings > Advanced Settings > Unit Type/Model Name.

To help determine the type of Energy Monitoring available on your system, you may need to run your system in heating or cooling mode multiple times, with 3-hour off periods between operations, over several hours.

Note: If the selected model is changed, Energy Monitoring will reset and only show data from the change date.

If I change my unit type in the App will this impact on the data I see?

If the selected model is changed, Energy Monitoring will reset and only show data from the change date.

How do I know my cents per kWh cost?

Your cost per kWh can be found on your energy contract or monthly energy bill. Alternatively, you can use the NZ national average of 33.6c/kWh*.

*mbie.govt.nz states the nominal residential electricity cost at: 33.6c/kWh for 2024.

Does my heat pump have an 'Indicative' or 'Enhanced' Energy Monitoring view?

The combination of indoor and outdoor units determines whether you will have an 'Indicative' or 'Enhanced' energy view. The indicative view displays usage with gold bars, while the enhanced view displays usage with blue bars.

In the early development stages, Energy Monitoring feature was only available in the enhanced view on new models with the latest firmware update. However, to enable more end-users to benefit from Wi-Fi Heat Pump Control Energy Monitoring, the indicative view has been developed for compatibility with other models as well - so now the power is in more New Zealanders' hands!

Both views deliver similar accuracy over time, ensuring you receive reliable insights for efficient energy management.

What is the difference between 'Indicative' and 'Enhanced' Energy Monitoring views?

Models with an 'Enhanced' energy view (displayed in blue) have updated software in the outdoor unit that provides more precise monitoring of energy input.

Models with an 'Indicative' energy view (displayed in gold) use an algorithm to calculate energy input based on data gathered from the heat pump. While the App's energy monitoring report remains accurate, the 'Indicative' hourly view might not show as smooth a curve as the 'Enhanced' view.

How does the app know how much energy my heat pump is using?

The Wi-Fi Interface connected to the heat pump receives electrical pulses at specific intervals determined by the unit's input energy. These pulses are then translated into usable figures and displayed in your app by hour, day, or month.

How can I use my heat pump to reduce energy usage?

There are several ways to reduce your heat pump's energy use, such as:

• Set rules for better control.
• Set fan speed to Auto Mode.
• Lower the set temperature by a few degrees.
• Adjust operating times of unit.

You can monitor your savings in the Mitsubishi Electric Wi-Fi Control App. Click here for more tips.

Wi-Fi Energy Monitoring FAQ.pdf (712 KB)

Energy Monitoring – Tips!

Energy montioring technology can help you take the next step in creating a more eco-friendly and efficient home.

Small changes you won’t even notice with a big impact.

A 1°C change in temperature can reduce energy use by up to 10%

• Because you can now easily see the set temperature based on energy usage, the decision-making is back in your hands.
• If you notice that your family has the heat pump up at 26°C in winter – consider reducing it down by 1°C or 2°C.
• Our research has shown that a 2°C change in the set temperature will not lead to any significant perceived feeling of loss of comfort but could equate to a gain in energy efficiency of up to 20%!

A set temperature that is too high will not make a room heat up quicker!

• Putting the temperature higher than the desired room temperature will not make a room heat up quicker in winter. It will in fact make your heat pump work harder trying to get to a temperature that is too high.

A set temperature that is too low will not make a room cool down quicker!

• The opposite also has the same effect on your energy consumption. Setting the temperature down much lower than the desired room temperature will not make a room cool quicker in summer. It will in fact make your heat pump/air conditioner work harder trying to get to a temperature that is too low.

An adjustment in temperature can improve health and wellbeing

• The Ministry of Social Development recommends the ideal room temperature for health and wellbeing be set between 19°C and 21°C.
• Specifically for bedrooms and a good night’s sleep, a temperature of 18°C is recommended. A room that is too hot can lead to restless sleep due to the fluctuation in your internal body temperature trying to regulate itself.

Energy Monitoring Demo

Did you know that the heating and cooling of your home can account for as much as 30%^*1 of your total energy bill?

Whether you want to use less energy at home, save money on your power bill or want to actively reduce your impact on the environment, knowing just how much energy you use is the first step to change.

Now, you can monitor the estimated energy use of a compatible Mitsubishi Electric Heat Pump^* connected with built-in or optional Wi-Fi Control, using the Mitsubishi Electric Wi-Fi Control app.

Mitsubishi Electric Difference: Energy Monitoring That Uses Real-Time Data

The amount of energy any heat pump uses depends on various factors, such as ambient temperature, set temperature, indoor and outdoor climate conditions, mode setting, compressor frequency, fan speed, filter cleanliness, home size, insulation, the unit's age, humidity, and more.

Due to these factors, it becomes difficult to estimate accurately how much power an individual heat pump uses. Other apps on the market may provide estimates based on tests in laboratory environments or assumptions based on COPs, but without feedback from the unit, they may not always be accurate.

This is where Mitsubishi Electric stands apart. The energy values displayed by the Mitsubishi Electric Wi-Fi Control App are read directly from your outdoor unit in real time. The actual energy going into the heat pump is monitored and communicated through the Wi-Fi Interface via the internet to your device, providing a more accurate cost estimate.