{"product_id":"ve-bus-smart-dongle-bluetooth","title":"Victron VE.Bus Smart Dongle Bluetooth Monitoring | ASS030537010","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Victron VE.Bus Smart Dongle plugs straight into the VE.Bus RJ45 port on a compatible inverter or inverter\/charger and adds Bluetooth monitoring through the VictronConnect app. It suits installers and system owners who want live data without fitting a full GX device or panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection\u003c\/strong\u003e, plugs into the VE.Bus port on compatible Victron inverters and inverter\/chargers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bluetooth access to VictronConnect on iOS and Android, showing AC input and output voltage, current, frequency and state of charge where applicable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMode switching\u003c\/strong\u003e, set the connected device to on, off or charger-only from the app.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmware updates\u003c\/strong\u003e, update the connected VE.Bus device over Bluetooth via VictronConnect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e, 80 g, with no external power supply needed beyond the VE.Bus connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e, works with Multiplus, Multiplus-II, Quattro and other VE.Bus enabled Victron devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce connected, the dongle draws power from the bus itself and broadcasts data over Bluetooth. No extra wiring or power supply is needed for basic monitoring and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere a GX device such as a Cerbo GX isn't fitted, this gives a quick way to check status, change operating mode and push firmware from a phone or tablet. Useful during commissioning, service visits, or in smaller off-grid systems that don't warrant a permanent screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt does not replace a GX device for data logging, MQTT, VRM portal access or monitoring multiple devices at once. Its scope is single-device Bluetooth access. Systems needing remote internet monitoring or integration with other Victron components still need a GX device.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommissioning and fault-finding on Multiplus and Quattro units without a GX device on site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring and mode switching in cabins, boats and vehicles without a full display panel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField firmware updates to VE.Bus devices using a smartphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemporary Bluetooth access during service visits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetrofit monitoring on existing VE.Bus installations where a GX device isn't practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 x VE.Bus Smart Dongle (ASS030537010)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect to the VE.Bus RJ45 port with the device powered before pairing via VictronConnect. Work on inverter or battery systems should be carried out by a qualified electrician or accredited installer. Grid-connected systems must comply with G98 or G99 as applicable. Do not connect the dongle to non-VE.Bus RJ45 ports as these carry different signals and may cause damage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52061014393120,"sku":"ASS030537010","price":69.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8148\/1504\/files\/ledandsolar-ass030537010-1.webp?v=1785509163","url":"https:\/\/www.ledandsolar.co.uk\/products\/ve-bus-smart-dongle-bluetooth","provider":"LED \u0026 Solar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}