Smart dongle

The Victron Energy Smart dongle is a Bluetooth accessory designed for Victron inverters/chargers and inverters equipped with a VE.Bus port. It enables remote monitoring and control of your system via the VictronConnect app, directly from your smartphone or tablet.

The Smart dongle allows remote monitoring of the inverter/charger's AC and DC parameters, its status, as well as warnings and alarms. This information is accessible via the VictronConnect application.

With the Smart dongle, you can remotely control your inverter/charger via Bluetooth. This includes the ability to turn the device on or off, switch it to "charger only" mode, and adjust the AC input current limit.

The "Instant Readout" function displays the essential inverter/charger data directly on the device list page of the VictronConnect app, without needing to connect to the product. It also provides visual notifications for warnings, alarms, and errors, enabling quick diagnostics.

No, the Smart dongle cannot be used to configure an inverter/charger. It is also not possible to update the firmware of an inverter/charger via the dongle. These operations require other tools or methods.

Yes, the Smart dongle includes battery voltage and temperature measurement. It can act as a sensor for the connected inverter/charger and/or for the VE.Smart Networking system.

The Smart dongle monitors the inverter/charger’s warnings and alarms via the VictronConnect app. The "Instant Readout" function also provides visual notifications for these events, making quick diagnosis of potential issues easier.

Yes, even if not connected to an inverter/charger, the dongle can function as a voltage and temperature sensor and be used for battery monitoring within a VE.Smart Networking system.

The Smart dongle provides a direct local Bluetooth interface for monitoring and control via VictronConnect. GX devices, such as the Cerbo GX, offer extended connectivity and VRM portal access, requiring a more complex network setup. The Smart dongle is an entry-level or supplementary solution for local management.

If the dongle is used with a simple inverter, the features related to the charger will not be available. This includes monitoring AC parameters, switching the device to "charger only" mode, or adjusting the AC input current limit.

The Smart dongle box contains:

The VE.Bus Smart Dongle.A removable terminal block with screw terminals.A black battery connection wire (-) with a 10mm terminal.A red battery connection wire (+) with a 10mm terminal and inline fuse.

A UTP RJ45 cable is required to connect the VE.Bus Smart Dongle to the inverter/charger or inverter; this cable must be purchased separately. An external temperature sensor for BMV-712 Smart and BMV-702 is also an optional accessory not included.

For a standard installation without an external sensor, follow these steps:

Remove the terminal block from the dongle.Connect the red power wire to the B+ terminal of the terminal block.Connect the black power wire to the B- terminal of the terminal block.Connect the lug of the black wire to the negative terminal of the battery.Connect the lug of the red wire to the positive terminal of the battery.Reconnect the terminal block to the dongle.

For an installation with an external temperature sensor (sensor for BMV-712 Smart and BMV-702, purchased separately):

Remove the terminal block from the dongle.Connect the red wire of the temperature sensor to the B+ terminal of the terminal block.Connect the black wire of the temperature sensor to the T- terminal of the terminal block.Connect the black power wire of the dongle to the B- terminal of the terminal block.Connect the lug of the dongle's black wire to the negative terminal of the battery.Connect the lug of the temperature sensor to the positive terminal of the battery.Reconnect the terminal block to the dongle. The red power wire included with the dongle is not used in this configuration.

For accurate battery temperature detection, the dongle must be mounted on top or on the side of the battery using its adhesive. If temperature detection is not required, the dongle can be mounted near the battery using the adhesive or screws.

To update the dongle firmware, connect to it using the VictronConnect app. On first connection, the app will likely indicate the need for an update. For a manual check, go to the product settings page (gear icon), then click the 3-dot icon and select "Product Info."

The Smart dongle is compatible with Victron Energy inverters/chargers and inverters equipped with a VE.Bus port.

Yes, the Smart dongle can be connected to a single inverter/charger or to multiple inverter/chargers configured in parallel and/or three-phase, providing flexibility for different system configurations.

The Smart dongle can be connected to a specific external temperature sensor: the temperature sensor for BMV-712 Smart and BMV-702. This sensor must be purchased separately and is different from the one included with some inverters/chargers.

Yes, the Smart dongle operates in conjunction with the VictronConnect application. This app is required to establish Bluetooth connectivity, monitor parameters, and control the device from a smartphone or tablet.