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Victron Energy

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GlobalLink 520

The Victron Energy GlobalLink 520 is a 4G LTE-M gateway optimized for IoT, offering 5 years of prepaid connectivity for complete remote monitoring of your Victron systems via the VRM portal. It includes two isolated VE.Direct ports, Bluetooth connectivity for 10 Smart and RuuviTag devices, two digital inputs, and a controllable relay. This model is a dedicated cellular solution, simpler and more cost-effective than the GX range, ideal for mobile or isolated installations. It is supplied with the GlobalLink 520, a 1.5 m power cable with fuse and M10 eyelets, and two plug-in terminal blocks.

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197,56€

197,56€ ~~277,20€~~

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Technical specifications

Ús del producte	Surveillance à distance des systèmes Victron via le portail VRM
Gama de productes	GlobalLink
Tipus d'arquitectura del sistema	Passerelle de communication
Xarxa amb fil	VE.Direct
Connectivitat sense fils	Bluetooth,4G LTE-M
Nombre d'entrades	4.0
Nombre de sortides	1.0
Corrent de sortida màxim per canal	2
Nombre de ports USB	0.0
Nombre de ports Ethernet	0.0
Tipus de connector	VE.Direct, Bornier à vis, SMA
Rang de secció de cable	24-16
Aïllament galvànic	Oui
Interval de tensió de funcionament	8 - 70
Mètode d'alimentació	Alimentation CC
Consum elèctric típic	0.6
Nom del programari de configuració	VictronConnect
Suport d'actualització del firmware	Oui
Tipus de muntatge	Mural
Grau de protecció IP	Non spécifié
Interval de temperatura de funcionament	-20 à +50
Pes	0.104
Dimensions (L x A x P)	67 x 123 x 23
Tipus de connector d'antena	SMA
Mètode de selecció d'antena	Interrupteur
Nombre màxim de dispositius Bluetooth compatibles	10
Bandes de freqüència cel·lulars (MHz)	703-803, 2520-2620
Indicador de força del senyal cel·lular	RSSI
Tipus de tecnologia cel·lular	4G LTE-M (LTE Cat-M1)
Protocol de comunicació	4G LTE-M,Bluetooth
Funció de les entrades digitals	Compteurs d'impulsions
Restricció d'ús en exterior	Non conçu pour usage extérieur
Tipus de dades RuuviTag compatibles	Température,Humidité,Pression atmosphérique
Nombre de ports sèrie	2.0
Durada de connectivitat de la targeta SIM inclosa	5
Entrada amb fil	VE.Direct,Entrée numérique
Sortida amb fil	Relais

Detailed description

El GlobalLink 520 de Victron Energy és una passarel·la de comunicació dissenyada per a la supervisió a distància dels sistemes Victron mitjançant el portal Victron Remote Management (VRM). Està adreçada a instal·lacions que requereixen una connectivitat cel·lular fiable per al seguiment de dades crítiques. A diferència del GlobalLink 530, que admet les xarxes LTE-M i NB-IoT, el GlobalLink 520 es centra en el 4G LTE-M (LTE Cat-M1), optimitzat per a aplicacions IoT. Aquest enfocament garanteix un baix consum d’energia i una connectivitat estable, fins i tot en moviment, cosa que el fa ideal per a vehicles recreatius com ara autocaravanes.

Connectivitat i Integració de Sistema

L’aparell integra dos ports de comunicació VE.Direct aïllats, que permeten la connexió per cable de dispositius com ara els controladors de bateria BMV, els SmartShunts, els carregadors solars MPPT o els convertidors Phoenix. Paral·lelament, admet fins a 10 productes Victron Smart mitjançant Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) i els sensors RuuviTag, que transmeten les dades de temperatura, humitat i pressió atmosfèrica al portal VRM. El GlobalLink 520 també disposa de dues entrades digitals configurables com a comptadors d’impulsos i un relé controlable a distància, que ofereix capacitats addicionals de supervisió i control.

Autonomia i Fiabilitat

Alimentat per un ampli marge de tensió de 8 a 70 VCC, el GlobalLink 520 presenta un consum elèctric mínim, que va de 5 mA a 48V (Bluetooth desactivat, relé obert) a 64 mA a 12V (Bluetooth activat, relé tancat). S’inclou amb una targeta SIM preinstal·lada i prepagada que ofereix cinc anys de connectivitat 4G LTE-M sense càrrecs addicionals, cosa que simplifica la posada en marxa. Incorpora una antena interna i un connector SMA per afegir una antena externa opcional, que permet optimitzar la força del senyal fins i tot en zones de recepció difícil. La configuració es realitza mitjançant l’aplicació VictronConnect, fent que l’aparell sigui operatiu immediatament després de treure’l de l’embalatge.

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The GlobalLink 520 is a strategic solution for remote access to Victron system data, particularly for isolated or mobile installations where a wired or Wi-Fi internet connection is not viable. Its 4G LTE-M connectivity, optimized for IoT, ensures reliable data transmission with controlled power consumption, a major advantage for autonomous applications. The inclusion of five years of prepaid connectivity significantly simplifies deployment and reduces long-term operational costs. Support for two isolated VE.Direct ports and the ability to connect up to 10 Smart devices via Bluetooth, as well as RuuviTag sensors, make it a versatile data hub for the VRM portal. Configurable digital inputs as pulse counters and the remotely controllable relay add monitoring and action capabilities, enabling deeper integration into energy management systems. It positions itself as a lighter and more specific alternative to GX devices (such as the Cerbo GX) for purely cellular remote monitoring needs, without compromising the richness of data accessible via VRM.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the GlobalLink 520 and what is it used for?

The Victron Energy GlobalLink 520 is a communication gateway designed for remote monitoring of your Victron systems. It connects your equipment to the Victron Remote Management (VRM) portal via a 4G LTE-M cellular connection, providing access to your installation data from anywhere in the world.

Which cellular connectivity technology does the GlobalLink 520 use?

The GlobalLink 520 uses 4G LTE-M (LTE Cat-M1) technology. This technology is optimized for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, providing low power consumption and stable connectivity, even in mobile environments such as recreational vehicles.

Is the GlobalLink 520 suitable for moving vehicles like motorhomes?

Yes, the GlobalLink 520 supports LTE-M technology with handover and roaming capabilities. This makes it ideal for use in moving vehicles, such as a motorhome, ensuring stable connectivity (with an optional external antenna for optimal performance).

What is the power consumption of the GlobalLink 520?

The electrical consumption of the GlobalLink 520 is minimal and varies depending on the configuration:

At 12 V: 20 mA (relay open) to 40 mA (relay closed)At 24 V: 10 mA (relay open) to 20 mA (relay closed)At 48 V: 5 mA (relay open) to 10 mA (relay closed)These values are given with Bluetooth enabled.

What are the dimensions of the GlobalLink 520?

The external dimensions of the GlobalLink 520 (height x width x depth) are 123 x 67 x 23 mm.

Is the GlobalLink 520 supplied with an antenna?

Yes, the GlobalLink 520 includes an internal antenna. It also features an SMA connector for optional external antenna installation, with a switch to select the active antenna.

What are the operating temperature ranges for the GlobalLink 520?

The GlobalLink 520 is designed to operate within a temperature range of -20 to +50 °C.

Does the GlobalLink 520 have digital inputs or a relay?

Yes, the GlobalLink 520 is equipped with two digital inputs that can be configured as pulse counters. It also includes a relay (1 x NO/NC) that can be remotely controlled, supporting up to 30VDC/2A or 125VAC/0.5A.

Which types of Victron devices can be connected to the GlobalLink 520 via VE.Direct?

The GlobalLink 520 features two isolated VE.Direct ports, allowing wired connection of Victron devices such as:

BMV battery monitorsSmartShuntsMPPT solar chargersPhoenix invertersPhoenix Smart IP43 chargers

Can I connect Victron Smart devices via Bluetooth to the GlobalLink 520?

Yes, the GlobalLink 520 supports connecting up to 10 additional Victron Smart products via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). This allows their data to be transmitted to the VRM portal.

Does the GlobalLink 520 support RuuviTag sensors?

Yes, the GlobalLink 520 supports RuuviTag and RuuviTag Pro sensors. These sensors connect via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and can be configured through the VictronConnect app to transmit temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure data to the VRM portal.

Is the GlobalLink 520 compatible with the Victron Remote Management (VRM) portal?

Yes, the GlobalLink 520 is specifically designed to connect to the Victron Remote Management (VRM) portal. This free online portal allows you to monitor the current and historical status of your Victron system, including battery voltage, state of charge, energy consumption, and energy production.

Is the GlobalLink 520 compatible with custom SIM cards?

Yes, it is possible to replace the preinstalled SIM card with a custom SIM card. It is important to ensure your carrier supports the LTE-M (CAT-M1) standard, which differs from standard 4G (LTE). The device consumes an average of 1 to 2 MB of data per week.

How can I check LTE-M coverage in my area?

You can check LTE-M coverage for your area on the SIM card provider's website, 1nce.com, at the following address: https://1nce.com/en/coverage/. Victron Energy also provides a list of operators with active GlobalLink 520 units on their network via the Victron Energy community.

What is included in the GlobalLink 520 packaging?

The GlobalLink 520 packaging includes:

The GlobalLink 520A 1.5 m long power cable with an inline 1 A fuse, M10 eyelets, and a power connectorTwo pluggable terminal blocksNote: VE.Direct cables are not included and must be purchased separately.

How to physically install the GlobalLink 520?

To install the GlobalLink 520, follow these steps:

Note the VRM portal ID listed on the device label.Install the GlobalLink 520 near the Victron devices you wish to monitor.Connect your compatible devices to the GlobalLink 520 via a VE.Direct cable or Bluetooth.Power it up with DC (8 V - 70 V).The device will start connecting to the network (the LED will blink blue).

How to connect the GlobalLink 520 to the VRM portal?

Once the GlobalLink 520 is installed and connected to the network (the LED flashes yellow and/or green), you can add your installation to your account on the VRM portal. Use the VRM portal ID noted on the device label during the installation step.

How to check if the GlobalLink 520 is properly connected?

The connection status of the GlobalLink 520 is indicated by its multicolor LED indicator:

Flashing blue: Connecting to VRM in progress.Flashing green: All systems operational, connection established to VRM and both VE.Direct devices.Flashing green and yellow: Connected to VRM but only to one VE.Direct device.Flashing yellow: Connected to VRM but to no VE.Direct devices.Solid red: Issue detected, device is rebooting.Flashing purple: Device is updating its firmware.

What is the required power supply voltage range for the GlobalLink 520?

The GlobalLink 520 requires a DC power supply with a wide voltage range, from 8 to 70 VDC.

How long does the included mobile connectivity last with the GlobalLink 520?

The GlobalLink 520 comes with a preinstalled and prepaid SIM card providing five years of 4G LTE-M connectivity at no additional cost. This connectivity is included in the device’s purchase price.