Setting up your Cerbo GX to work on the Victron VRM
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 1/24/2023 to
System Integration
We recommend you set up your Victron Cerbo GX on the Victron VRM portal as part of the installation procedure. It only takes a few minutes and is easier to do while the instructions are at hand and the installation is all fresh in your mind. Then if you ever need remote support it will be all set up and you will be able to put your Cerbo GX online and share your site.
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Victron VE Smart networking explained
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 12/20/2022 to
System Integration
This article shows an example of how Victron VE Smart Networking can optimize the charge parameters of certain Victron devices to improve charging efficiency and prolong battery life.
Latest updates to Victron VRM
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 12/2/2022 to
System Integration
The Victron VRM Portal is a free service that allows you to connect your Victron System to the internet and view and control it remotely from anywhere in the world. The features are constantly being updated and this post, which will be edited whenever a major change is made, will keep you up to date on what is happening,
Latest Updates to Victron Connect
Posted by on 9/14/2022 to
System Integration
Victron Connect is the app used to configure, monitor, update and diagnose your Victron product. The program is constantly evolving and this article is intended to keep you up to date on the latest improvements. It will be updated whenever a major update is made.Programming your MultiPlus or Quattro with Victron Connect
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 7/12/2022 to
System Integration
This article was updated in July 2022 and covers programming your MultiPlus or Quattro with Victron Connect. The program has continued to evolve and is now at the point where it can be used for all programming unless you need to use the "Assistants". For that you still need the VE Config program
Using a Cerbo GX with multiple voltages
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 2/8/2022 to
System Integration
This article demonstrates what happens when you have multiple DC voltages connected to the same Cerbo GX
New Van Demo Electrical System
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 10/4/2021 to
System Integration
Demo system for Sprinter Van Major update to Victron Connect - Remote connection now available over the internet
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 4/13/2020 to
System Integration
This blog post describes an upgrade to the Victron Connect software v5.20 released in April 2020. Now with the aid of a GX device such as the Cerbo GX connected devices can be controlled and configured remotely over the internet.
ABYC Webinar - De-mystifying Basic Electrical Concepts
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 4/3/2020 to
System Integration
This ABYC Webinar covers a lot of ground and discusses wiring, wire sizing, circuit protection and the basic concepts involved in putting together a marine electrical system
Testing your Lithium Ion battery system
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 9/18/2019 to
System Integration
When you have completed your lithium battery system you need to take if for an extended test drive so that you understand fully that it works the way it was designed. Don't assume it works, try it out. Test it out
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 7/15/2019 to
System Integration
One way to test out a complicated system is to build it on the test bench before installing it. This is a great idea on so many levels. It allows you to get thoroughly familiar with what we are installing, it is so much easier to work on a system sitting on a table, and it allows you to get the bugs out without being on your hands and knees.
Victron Data Cabling
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 6/12/2019 to
System Integration
This article shows the back view of the Color Control GX and shows all the connections that are possible and how they are used. Even if the Color Control GX is not used it is a good explanation of how the Victron system goes together Firmware updates with Victron Connect
Posted by Peter Kennedy with Victron Energy on 4/18/2019 to
System Integration
Firmware updates to equipment connected using Victron Connect can be made offline as long as your Victron Connect App is up to date. This blog is a reposting of the original Victron Blog Post on the subject.
Victron Bluetooth pairing code
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 3/14/2019 to
System Integration
This article tells you what to do if you are asked for a Bluetooth pairing code for your Victron Bluetooth device
Demo electrical system layout with Victron 24 Volt MultiPlus inverter charger, solar panels and generator
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 2/15/2019 to
System Integration
This post shows a wiring diagram prepared by Victron Energy showing in detail how some of their products connect together. I have annotated the drawing with notes and comments. Please use Victron VE Bus cables to hook up Victron VE Bus equipment.
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 2/14/2019 to
System Integration
Please use Victron VE Bus cables to hook up VE Bus equipment. Other brands may or may not work, its really not worth the hassle. Read more....
New forum: Victron Community opened December 2018
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 12/19/2018 to
System Integration
A new Victron forum has been launched – it’s called Victron Community. You can use it for your questions, as well as for helping other people.
Victron Glass Bridge System Integration
Posted by Peter Kennedy on 11/21/2018 to
System Integration
The Victron Venus GX or Color Control GX will be able to provide a seamless plug and play integration with many models of Raymarine, Garmin and Navico MFD's starting in 2019
Peter Kennedy has been in business since 1991 designing, installing and servicing marine electrical systems. The purpose of this blog is to offer support to both professional installers and do-it-yourself boat owners who wish to undertake this work themselves.
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