Programming your MultiPlus or Quattro with Victron Connect

Programming Multi Plus
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
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How to update the Firmware in your MultiPlus or Quattro

FirmwareUpdating the firmware in the Multi is not something you do every day. This article explains how to update the firmware in your Multi and it also explains when and why you might want to do this.

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Setting up your Cerbo GX device to work on the Victron VRM

VRM world
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 to set up a VRM account 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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New Van Demo Electrical System

Lithium BatteryDemo system for Sprinter Van
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New Victron Training Videos

Victron training videos now available - follow through from beginner to expert
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Setting up parallel and split phase systems using the Victron MultiPlus and Quattro inverter chargers



This article is about setting up parallel and three phase systems using the MultiPlus and Quattro inverter chargers
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Video on the inner workings of the MultiPlus inverter charger

MultiPlus videoThis 20 minute video has an in-depth look at the inner workings of the MultiPlus and Quattro inverter chargers
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Victron MultiPlus in Power Assist Mode

MultiPlus in power assist mode
The Victron MultiPlus inverter charger can sync with a small generator to provide additional power to start a load like an air conditioner that the generator by itself wouldn't be able to get started.
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Programming your Victron MultiPlus inverter charger with the VE Configure program - Part 1 - The Proceedure





Programming with the VE Configure program is so easy compared to trying to program your MultiPlus using the dipswitches. You will require the Mk3USB interface. Here are part 1 of the instructions which describes the proceedure. Part 2 wil then go into the settings themselves.  Since this article was written Victron have updated the instruction manual for the VE Configure program.  You can read about it on my updated Blog Post
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Programming your Victron MultiPlus inverter charger with the VE Configure program - Part 2 - The Settings


Programming with the VE Configure program is easy and Part 1 of this Blog Post described the procedure. This part describes the settings themselves.
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Programming your Victron MultiPlus inverter charger with the VE Configure program - Part 3 - "The Assistants"



Programming with the VE Configure program is easy. Part 1 of the Blog Post described the proceedure. Part 2 described the settings, and this is Part 3 which discusses the use of "Assistants" which are apps you can load and which control how the MultiPlus behaves in certain circumstances.
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Installing your Victron MultiPlus Inverter Charger

The post details unpacking, mounting and wiring your new MultiPlus, subsequent articles will detail the programming options.
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Mounting Procedure for Heavy Victron Energy Items

Mounting bracket

This is the Mounting Procedure for Heavyweight Victron Energy Items like the MultiPlus, Isolation transformers, Quattro inverter chargers, and large battery chargers like the Centaur and Skylla.
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Battery charging with programmable temperature compensation

Temperature compensation for lead acid batteries

With Victron MultiPlus and Quattro inverter chargers the temperature compensation used for lead acid batteries can now be configured using the VE Configure program
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Victron Data Cabling

CCGX Rear ViewThis 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
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Generating a 120/240 Volt split phase power supply from an inverter

Split phase inverter system

There are a couple of ways to set up a split phase 120/240 volt system using an inverter. This article discusses the merits of the different methods, 
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Demo electrical system layout with Victron 24 Volt MultiPlus inverter charger, solar panels and generator

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.
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Please use Victron VE Bus cables to hook up Victron VE Bus equipment.

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....
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Using the Victron Energy Autotransformer in a US 120/240 Volt system

The Victron Energy Autotransformer is the one item we sell that causes the most confusion. Read about how it gets used in a US 120/240 volt system here
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Upgrading the Firmware in your Victron MultiPlus or Quattro

This Blog post explains why you might want to update the Firmware in your MultiPlus or Quattro and how to go about it
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New forum: Victron Community opened December 2018

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.
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Inverter Specifications: The difference between VA and Watts

The terms Watts and VA are often used interchangeably when referring to inverter specifications, but are they the same?
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Programming your Victron MultiPlus Inverter/Charger - Using the dipswitches

There are various ways to program the Victron MultiPlus inverter charger, this article details using the dipswitches to do basic programming
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