We are excited to announce GX device firmware v3.80. It brings GX Opportunity Loads, a new feature that optimises the use of solar surplus power by controlling loads. It also brings an improved GX Boat Page, adding range estimates, together with many more features listed below. 

Highlights 

1. GX Opportunity Loads
2. EEBUS integration: native readout of heat pumps and EV chargers, no separate energy meter needed
3. GX UI Portrait Mode: Remote console now rotates for phones
4. Several Marine improvements:
   • GX Boat Page now shows range estimates, temperature data, regen and shore power information. To learn all about the GX Boat Page features, have a look at this slide deck
   • GX device now receives inbound NMEA2000 alarms
   • Signal K updates
5. GX Switch pane related improvements: enhanced Shelly support, a new feature: indicators, and more
6. Secure EVCS integration: new more secure pairing between the Victron EV Charging Station (EVCS) and the GX
7. Bluetooth improvements: direct readout of VE.Bus BMS NG/Small BMS NG, and extend Bluetooth range by using a Shelly as a range extender
8. Node-RED improvements: event logging, virtual indicators, hysteresis control and new virtual devices 

For a detailed overview of all the news, including visuals, see the Venus OS v3.80 release slide deck.

How to install this update:
For detailed instructions, please see section 9, Firmware Updates, in the GX Device manual.