Victron Venus GX

Victron Energy Venus GX – communication centre for energy systems

Venus GX is a central communication and monitoring device for Victron Energy installations. It connects inverter/chargers, solar chargers, DC-DC chargers, batteries and other compatible components, providing a unified view of the system and coordinated operation between connected devices.

Using the local Remote Console, Ethernet or the built-in Wi-Fi connection, you can monitor live data and change settings. When connected to the internet, Venus GX sends system data to the Victron Remote Management Portal (VRM), enabling remote monitoring, notifications, diagnostics, remote configuration and firmware updates.

Key benefits

• Centralised monitoring and control of connected Victron Energy components.
• Remote access through the Victron Remote Management Portal and VRM App when an internet connection is available.
• Built-in Ethernet and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi interfaces for local and internet communication.
• Support for VE.Direct, VE.Bus, VE.Can and an additional CAN interface.
• Two isolated VE.Direct ports for direct connection of compatible Victron devices.
• Three configurable inputs for resistive tank level sensors.
• Two temperature-sense inputs with required accessory ASS000001000.
• Potential-free relay contact for controlling external loads or signalling.
• Modbus-TCP and VRM JSON API support for integration with external systems.
• Wide 8–70 V DC supply range for use in 12 V, 24 V and 48 V systems.

Applications

Venus GX is designed for centralised monitoring and control of Victron Energy systems in campervans and caravans, boats and yachts, professional vehicles, off-grid solar installations and stationary energy systems. It is suitable wherever remote status monitoring, data logging, alarm notifications and access to connected equipment settings are required.

Technical specifications

• Product group: GX Products
• Model: Venus GX
• SKU: BPP900400100
• Supply voltage: 8–70 V DC
• Current draw: 210 mA at 12 V; 110 mA at 24 V; 60 mA at 48 V
• VE.Direct: 2 separate isolated ports
• VE.Can: 2 paralleled RJ45 sockets, isolated
• CAN: 2nd CAN interface, non-isolated
• VE.Bus: 2 paralleled RJ45 sockets, isolated
• USB: 2 USB Host ports, not isolated
• Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 socket; isolated except for the shield
• Wi-Fi Access Point: for connecting to Remote Console
• Wi-Fi Client: for connecting Venus GX to an existing Wi-Fi network
• Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz; frequency range 2.412–2.462 GHz; power 88.1 mW
• Potential-free contact: NO/COM/NC; 6 A at 250 VAC or 30 VDC
• Tank level inputs: 3, configurable for European 0–180 Ω or US 240–30 Ω resistive tank level sensors
• Temperature-sense inputs: 2; require ASS000001000
• Modbus-TCP: for monitoring and controlling products connected to Venus GX
• JSON: VRM JSON API for retrieving data from the VRM Portal
• Operating temperature: −20 to +50 °C
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 45 × 143 × 96 mm
• Safety: EN 60950-1:2005+A1:2009+A2:2013
• EMC: EN 61000-6-3, EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 55014-2
• Compliance: Directive 2014/53/EU

Connectivity and control

Venus GX can be accessed locally through its built-in Wi-Fi Access Point, a local Ethernet/Wi-Fi network or a web browser. With an internet connection, the VRM Portal provides remote access to system status, Remote Console, notifications, diagnostics, remote firmware updates and remote configuration of compatible devices.

Venus GX does not include built-in Bluetooth. VictronConnect can be used over LAN or Wi-Fi; Bluetooth connectivity can be added with a compatible USB Bluetooth dongle.

The device supports up to 6 VE.Direct devices in total, regardless of whether they are connected through the built-in VE.Direct ports or via USB.

Package contents

• Venus GX
• Power cable with inline fuse and M8 terminal eyes
• Terminal blocks for the connectors on both sides
• Label with Wi-Fi key and product details
• 2 VE.Can terminators