August 25th, 2024
MPPT sizing calculator

Released today, the new and fresh design of the online MPPT sizing calculator.

If you haven't used the calculator before, it's the simplest tool to find the ideal match between your planned PV modules and the Victron Energy MPPT charge controller. You can find it here: MPPT sizing calculator …

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August 1st, 2024
New Lynx Shunt VE.Can (M10) Now Available

We are excited to announce the Lynx Shunt VE.Can (M10), model LYN040102110. 

This upgrade is part of our ongoing initiative to enhance all Lynx modules with M10 connections, providing a more robust connection compared to the previous M8 standard.

Another notable feature of this upgrade is th…

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July 31st, 2024
Venus OS v3.41 – Orion XS and other improvements

Today we’re releasing version 3.41 of Venus OS, the software on our GX monitoring product range such as the Cerbo GX, and the Ekrano GX.

It builds on the major version released last week, v3.40.

Changes of today’s release:

  • Orion XS: a continuous connection lost …
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July 26th, 2024
EVCS Firmware 1.29

We are pleased to announce the release of EVCS Firmware 1.29. Here are the new features and improvements:

New Features:

  • Remote access to the EVCS webpage allows all settings to be configured remotely.
  • Added a "Reboot" button to the web interface
  • Introduced "Allow low excess solar power for au…
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July 24th, 2024
SmartSolar Charger - VE.Can Port Models - Firmware Update v3.16

We are pleased to announce the release of firmware version 3.16 for SmartSolar Charger models equipped with a VE.Can port. This update addresses a critical bug in the VE.Can synchronised charging mechanism.

Bug Fix Details:

A critical bug introduced in firmware version 3.15 (released in January 2…

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July 18th, 2024
GX Touch 50 Flush & GX Touch 70 Flush

We are excited to announce the launch of the GX 50 and GX 70 Flush Mount Versions! These new models are designed to be mounted flush on the wall, providing a sleek and modern look for any installation.

 

Key Features:       

1. Modern Aesthetic:

Achieve a clean, …

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July 17th, 2024
Venus OS v3.40 - Parallel redundant lithium battery systems with the Lynx Smart BMS and more

Released today, Venus OS v3.40 adds various features and further increases the stability and versatility of our range of GX monitoring products.

Parallel redundant Lynx Smart BMS

The new parallel redundancy feature for the Lynx Smart BMS and Lynx Smart BMS NG series allows multiple Lynx BMSes in …

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June 27th, 2024
Venus OS Large v3.34 - Signal K Server

Officially released per today, Venus OS Large v3.34 updates its Signal K server version to the latest available release.

Note that the latest normal Venus OS version remains at v3.33, announced here.

 

Changes:

Signal K Server v2.7.1 -> v2.8.3:

  • Improve App store user friendliness
  • Va…
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June 20th, 2024
Reduce cost and installation time with MultiPlus-II's new External Transfer Switch feature

We are excited to announce the new External Transfer Switch feature for MultiPlus-II.

This feature brings a significant improvement to the versatility, cost as well as reliability of especially larger systems, ie 60kVA and upwards.

 

Advantages:

  • Reduce installation time and costs: S…
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June 12th, 2024
Venus OS v3.33 - Generator start/stop and more improvements

Today we are releasing Venus OS v3.33. Changes:

Generator management

  • Improvements to the "generator auto-start is off" alarm. That alarm is there to prevent accidental system outages by warning when the auto-start functionality has been forgotten to be re-enabled. And for a digitally connecte…

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May 27th, 2024
Venus OS v3.32 - stability improvements

Today we are releasing Venus OS v3.32. Changes:

General

  • Fix notifications not being shown as acknowledged in the user interface. 
  • RV-C protocol: Fix bug that causes crashes and restarts + RV-C Out Tank feature.
  • VRM and VictronConnect connectivity (MQTT): Fix connection to cloud serv…
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May 9th, 2024
VE.Bus firmware v510 - grid code improvements

Release notes for VE.Bus firmware version v510:

  • Added gridcodes: Czech, Poland
  • Split the combined G98/G99 gridcode in two separate gridcodes. With G98 being limited to 16A.
  • Enabled the appendix M. gridcodes of AS/NZS4777 for standard Multis/Quattros (installation requires external Island …
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