Victron VE.Bus Smart dongle

The VE.Bus Smart dongle is a Bluetooth accessory for Victron inverter/chargers and inverters with a VE.Bus port. It allows users to remotely control and monitor the inverter/charger via Bluetooth using the VictronConnect app. Additionally, the dongle measures the battery temperature and voltage and can act as a battery temperature and voltage sensor for an inverter/charger and/or for VE.Smart Networking. It also offers the capability to connect to an external temperature sensor. However, it cannot be used to configure an inverter/charger or update its firmware.

Features

• Remotely control and monitor the inverter/charger via VictronConnect app.
• Measures battery temperature and voltage.
• Acts as a battery temperature and voltage sensor for VE.Smart Networking.
• Connects to an external temperature sensor.

Specifications

• Operating Input voltage range: 8 – 70Vdc
• Current draw (@12V) with BLE not connected to VictronConnect, VE.Bus connected: Not joining a VE.Smart network <6mA, Joining a VE.Smart network <9mA
• Current draw (@12V) with BLE connected to VictronConnect, VE.Bus connected: Not joining a VE.Smart network <7mA, Joining a VE.Smart network <9mA
• Operating temperature: -20 to +50°C / 0 to 120°F
• Humidity: Max. 95% (non-condensing)
• Protection grade: IP20
• Material and color: ABS, matt black

Operation

Through the VictronConnect app, users can control and monitor the inverter/charger. The "overview" page in the app provides control of the inverter/charger, adjustment of the AC input limit, and monitoring capabilities for battery voltage, current, temperature, and device status.

Compatibility

The VE.Bus Smart dongle is compatible with Victron inverters/chargers and inverters with a VE.Bus port. It can also be used alongside a Digital Multi Control panel (DMC) and a VE.Bus BMS.