{"product_id":"victron-energy-ve-bus-smart-dongle-bluetooth-wireless-monitoring-voltage-temperature-sensor","title":"Victron Energy VE.Bus Smart Dongle Bluetooth — wireless monitoring \u0026 voltage\/temperature sensor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Victron Energy VE.Bus Smart Dongle is a compact Bluetooth adapter that turns compatible Victron inverter\/chargers into wirelessly monitored and controllable devices while also providing voltage and temperature sensing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a simple, affordable way to monitor and control a Victron inverter\/charger without installing a full GX system, this dongle delivers wireless access to status, settings and basic diagnostics. The VE.Bus Smart Dongle pairs with the VictronConnect app to display real-time information, let you change input current limits and select operating modes, and can act as an external voltage and temperature sensor for more accurate system control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Victron inverter\/chargers work with this Bluetooth dongle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VE.Bus Smart Dongle is compatible with Victron Energy Multis, MultiPlus, MultiPlus-II, MultiGrid, MultiGrid-II, Quattros and Phoenix inverters that have a VE.Bus port. It plugs into the VE.Bus connector and communicates directly with the inverter\/charger firmware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with Multis and MultiPlus models with VE.Bus ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports Quattro and Phoenix inverter models that expose VE.Bus\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot intended for units without a VE.Bus interface or for systems requiring a full GX controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use the VictronConnect app with the dongle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall VictronConnect on your phone or tablet, pair it with the dongle over Bluetooth, and you’ll get a live readout and basic control. From the app you can monitor state-of-charge, input\/output status, set input current limits and switch between Off, On and Charger-only modes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBluetooth pairing via VictronConnect for iOS and Android\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLive system data and simple configuration panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemote mode switching: Off, On, Charger-only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the dongle replace a Color Control GX or Venus GX?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VE.Bus Smart Dongle is a purpose-built lightweight alternative for users who don’t need the comprehensive features of a GX device. It provides essential monitoring and control, and adds voltage and temperature sensing for improved regulation, but it doesn’t offer full networked system management or advanced logging like a GX controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for small installations: caravans, motorhomes, and small yachts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot a substitute for full-site monitoring, remote updates or advanced data logging\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUseful as an economical enhancement to standalone inverter\/chargers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sensors and measurements does the VE.Bus Smart Dongle provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides Bluetooth connectivity, the dongle functions as a voltage and temperature sensing accessory to feed the inverter\/charger with input data that helps improve charging and system behavior. These inputs can help achieve more accurate charging thresholds and thermal protection when used in suitable installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVoltage sensing for better system voltage reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTemperature sensing to inform thermal regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransmits sensed values to the inverter\/charger and VictronConnect app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? This dongle is aimed at boaters, RV owners, and off-grid hobbyists who run Victron VE.Bus inverter\/chargers and want a low-cost way to monitor and make basic adjustments without installing a full GX ecosystem. If you want wireless access, simple mode control and voltage\/temperature sensing in a compact plug-and-play accessory, the VE.Bus Smart Dongle is a practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can the VE.Bus Smart Dongle change inverter operating modes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Via VictronConnect you can switch the inverter between Off, On and Charger-only and adjust the input current limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this dongle a full replacement for a Color Control GX?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. It provides wireless monitoring and sensing but lacks the extended networking, logging and remote features of a GX device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67585473118393,"sku":"B07FCV43LQ","price":194.09,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0822\/3765\/3177\/files\/victron-energy-vebus-smart-dongle-front-view.jpg?v=1790470891","url":"https:\/\/redleafauto.ca\/products\/victron-energy-ve-bus-smart-dongle-bluetooth-wireless-monitoring-voltage-temperature-sensor","provider":"Redleaf Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}