Lots of news this week; so please bear with us. As always; most important things are listed first: MPPT Solar Charger firmware version v1.37 and Venus OS v2.20 have been released. There are manuals and instruction videos for the new VRM Remote VEConfigure and Firmware Update features. METS 2018 is coming up.
Also, there are blogposts about conferences & training in West Africa, how MAN trucks uses our Phoenix Inverters and a last one about the Integral 9kW - a very powerful alternator for the Marine market.
MPPT firmware v1.37 - a recommended update
It is strongly recommended to update all Smart Solar Chargers to this latest version. It fixes a problem that can, in certain cases, cause a device to fail. This hardware failure occurs while shutting down at the end of the day. It normally shows up the next day in the morning: the solar charger refuses to charge the batteries. Or, for larger models that contain two converters, the behaviour will be very erratic. This fix is especially important for all 150V and 250V Smart Solar Charger models. The Blue Solar Charger range is not affected.
Once a Solar Charger does not charge any more, or for the larger models behaves erratic, the hardware has failed. The unit needs to be replaced; updating the firmware will not help. The update prevents the failure from occurring in the first place.
How to update? For systems on the VRM Portal; you can use the new remote firmware update feature. Further down in this email you will find a video that demonstrates it. Other systems can be updated with VictronConnect; the recently released version 5.0 will automatically update all solar chargers to v1.37.
Venus OS v2.20: Scheduled charging, Equalize and more
We have released a new version of Venus OS – the software which controls the Color Control GX, Venus GX and Octo GX.
The highlights in v2.20 are the addition of Scheduled Charging for ESS systems, addition of the GX GSM, and a Start equalize button: no more toggling of the rocker switch back and forth on Multis and Quattros.
For more information, read the blogpost.
Remote VEConfigure and Firmware Update
There are instruction videos and manuals on how to change settings, remotely, for our MultiPlus, MultiGrid, MultiPlus-II, Quattros and high power inverters …and also about how to remotely update firmware.
Here are the new manuals:
Watch the supporting on YouTube.
METSTRADE 2018 Amsterdam
From November 13th – November 15th, METSTRADE 2018 takes place at the RAI Amsterdam in The Netherlands. METS is the largest marine equipment trade show, and brings the marine industry together to focus on innovation, market developments and of course, on-site networking. So do come and visit us at booth 01.541. For more information we refer you to the METSTRADE website.
Updated documentation
In our weekly update you will find the following document:
- VE.BUS BMS (M)
- Gel and AGM Batteries (D)
Take a look on our website for all of our documentation.
New certificates
We have the following new certificates for you:
Take a look on our website for all of our documentation.
Victron training
Sign up for one of our training events and learn more about our products.
The next training events, all of which are still accepting registration, will take place on:
- October 24th, Technical training Automotive and Marine in Fremantle (Perth), Australia
- October 24th, Marine Turkey – 4 Ekim in Bodrum, Turkey
- October 25th, Technical Training Solar, Off-grid, backup and ESS in Perth, Australia
For more information about our training events visit Victron Professional.
Forthcoming exhibitions
Check our exhibition schedule online if you are interested in visiting an exhibition in your area during the coming months. The following exhibitions are scheduled:
- October 19th – October 21st, Cape Town Boat show in Cape Town, South Africa
- November 7th – November 8th, Public Space, Holiday Park & Family attraction Exhibition in Birmingham, United Kingdom
- November 13th – November 15th, METS 2018 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands
NICE TO KNOW
West Africa: Victron Energy off-grid solar power conferences & training
Victron Energy is not all about the manufacture of power electronics products.
For instance Victron also organise conferences in West Africa (and many other locations) on a regular basis. These half-day events are designed for decision-makers from both the public and private organisations involved in renewable energy. Typical audiences include members from ministries, rural electrification agencies, energy regulators, private companies, international corporations, investment funds, research centers, NGOs, etc. Read more in this blog.
Victron options: MAN trucking comfort
Every MAN deserves comfort, and it’s MAN trucks for men and women lorry drivers we’re talking about. Gone are the days of a blanket and stretching out over the truck seats. These days, drivers need home comforts in their cabs. And that’s in part where Victron Energy comes in.
Nigel Calder and the Integrel 9kW ‘Alternator on Steroids’
Integrel stands for Intelligent Generation of Electricity and – Victron products are part of the system. But what exactly is Integrel? World renowned yachting systems author Nigel Calder explains all.