Victron Ekrano GX System Controller: Setup & Touchscreen Guide

Key Takeaways

• The Victron Ekrano GX operates across an 8 - 70V DC battery voltage range with a supplied 3.15 A slow-blow fuse.
• Integrates a 7-inch LCD screen with 1024 x 600 pixels resolution and 1000cd/m 2 peak backlight brightness.
• Features 2 x NO/NC programmable relays rated up to 30VDC: 3A or 1A 125VAC for generator and alarm control.
• Includes 3 isolated VE.Direct ports (supporting up to 25 VE.Direct devices total) and dual VE.Can ports where VE.Can port 1 is galvanically isolated and VE.Can port 2 is non-isolated.
• Offers hardware interfaces for 3 resistive tank level inputs, 2 temperature sense inputs (using ASS000001000 probes, -20C to +70C), and 2 digital inputs.
• Provides IP54 front ingress protection when installed using the supplied rear steel bracket (IP31 with spring clips) and IP21 on the rear.

DC Power Supply & Mounting Architecture

The Victron Ekrano GX serves as an all-in-one system controller and user interface for complex energy storage, marine, and commercial solar installations. It combines the processing capabilities of the Cerbo GX with an integrated high-brightness touchscreen.

The Victron Ekrano GX features an integrated 7-inch touchscreen display (1024 x 600 Pixels, 1000 cd/m2 Peak), 8 - 70V DC power supply (supplied lead with 3.15 A slow-blow fuse), and front mounting protection rated IP54 (steel bracket) or IP31 (spring clips):

• Communication Ports: 3x Isolated VE.Direct, 1x Isolated VE.Bus, VE.Can 1 (Isolated), VE.Can 2 (Non-Isol.), Ethernet, WiFi, BLE.
• Sensor Inputs: 3x Tank Inputs, 2x Temp Probes, 2x Digital Inputs, ASS000001000 (-20 to +70C Range).
• Control Relays: 2x NO/NC, 30VDC: 3A, 125VAC: 1A, Gen Autostart, Alarm / Pump.

When connecting power to the Ekrano GX:

• Operating Range: The unit connects directly to battery banks between 8 - 70V DC, making it natively compatible with 12V, 24V, 36V, and 48V systems.
• Cable Protection: Power must run through the supplied DC cable featuring an integrated 3.15 A slow-blow fuse. The device cannot draw power via USB or Ethernet.
• Black-Start Isolation: Avoid powering the Ekrano GX from the AC-out of an inverter/charger. If the inverter trips on overload or low battery, the GX loses power, preventing automated black-start recovery. Always connect power directly to the DC busbar or battery terminals.
• Mechanical Installation: Mounting with the supplied rear steel bracket and studs achieves an IP54 front seal against moisture and dust. Front-only mounting with the spring clips provides IP31 ingress protection. The rear chassis is rated IP21.

Touchscreen Display & Access Security

The Ekrano GX features an integrated 7-inch display designed for direct local commissioning and monitoring:

• Optical Performance: The screen delivers 1024 x 600 pixels resolution with up to 1000cd/m 2 brightness, ensuring visibility in bright control rooms and wheelhouses.
• Power Consumption: With the screen at 100% brightness, power draw is 6.2W @ 12V | 6.6W @ 24V |7.4W @ 48V. When the screen automatically turns off after a preset idle timeout, power draw drops to 2.6W 12V | 3.0W @ 24V | 3.7W @ 48V.
• Physical Touch Lock: To prevent unauthorized tampering in public installations, the Ekrano GX includes a recessed button on the back (prevents unauthorised use). Pressing this recessed button deactivates capacitive touch input while preserving display output and Remote Console network control. Touch control can also be toggled via a momentary push button on a digital input or via a connected USB keyboard.

Communication Interfaces & Sensor Wiring

The Ekrano GX provides isolated communication channels and analogue sensor terminals to interface with Victron hardware and third-party components:

When wiring dual CAN-bus systems, remember that VE.Can port 1 is galvanically isolated, making it ideal for runs between separate battery boxes or high-voltage equipment, while VE.Can port 2 is non-isolated. Both physical ends of each CAN network require 120Ω RJ45 terminators.