Victron VE.Direct Bluetooth Dongle: Setup Guide

Key Takeaways

• The VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle connects to a non-Bluetooth VE.Direct Victron product which can then be accessed via Bluetooth using the VictronConnect app for easy monitoring, setup and firmware update purposes..
• Hardware compatibility scope: BMV 700 and 702 battery monitors , Phoenix Inverters VE.Direct or the BlueSolar MPPT Solar Charge Controllers ..
• Ultra-low standby current: Current draw when not connected via Bluetooth 1mA.
• Active wireless power: Current draw when connected via Bluetooth 2.5mA.
• Direct cable harness: Length VE.Direct cable 1.5m.
• Cable extension restriction: Notice It is not possible to extend the 1.5m VE.Direct cable.
• Broad compatibility rule: The dongle can be used with any Victron Energy product that is equipped with a VE.Direct port (with exception of GX devices..
• Diagnostic indicators: Two status LEDs for Bluetooth and errors.
• Hardware security recovery: Clear PIN code button.
• Visual diagnostic feedback: LED Status codes Bluetooth module.
• Active connection confirmation: When the connection is active, the blue Bluetooth LED will stop blinking and turn on solid.

Wireless Bluetooth Conversion & Port Architecture

The VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle upgrades legacy and standard VE.Direct equipment by providing direct wireless communication to smartphones, tablets, and laptops running the VictronConnect app without needing additional interface cables.

The Victron VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle is a wireless Bluetooth adapter for non-Bluetooth VE.Direct products (Current Draw: 1mA Standby / 2.5mA Connected | 1.5m Fixed Cable) with integrated diagnostics and host connectivity:

• Host Interconnect: 1.5m Molded Cable, Port-Powered, BMV 700 / 702, BlueSolar MPPT.
• Wireless Interface: Bluetooth Smart, VictronConnect, Firmware Updates, Instant Readout.
• Diagnostics: 2 Status LEDs, Blue/Red Ind., Clear PIN Btn, Solid Active.

Installation Rules & Direct Port Connection

1. Direct Port Connection: Plug the 4-pin VE.Direct connector into the host equipment, utilizing the Length VE.Direct cable 1.5m while observing Notice It is not possible to extend the 1.5m VE.Direct cable.
2. Port Compatibility Verification: Ensure **The dongle can be used with any Victron Energy product that is equipped with a VE.Direct port (with exception of GX devices.**.
3. Visual Status Confirmation: Observe LED Status codes Bluetooth module and Two status LEDs for Bluetooth and errors where When the connection is active, the blue Bluetooth LED will stop blinking and turn on solid.

Low-Power Draw, PIN Recovery & VictronConnect

The dongle delivers seamless remote monitoring with minimal power drain:

• Low Current Draw: Draws only Current draw when not connected via Bluetooth 1mA in idle standby and Current draw when connected via Bluetooth 2.5mA during active data exchange.
• PIN Security Reset: If the wireless Bluetooth PIN code is lost, pressing the Clear PIN code button restores factory default pairing settings.
• Hardware Compatibility: Delivers wireless telemetry across **BMV 700 and 702 battery monitors , Phoenix Inverters VE.Direct or the BlueSolar MPPT Solar Charge Controllers .**.
• Comprehensive Wireless Management: Operates because The VE.Direct Bluetooth Smart Dongle connects to a non-Bluetooth VE.Direct Victron product which can then be accessed via Bluetooth using the VictronConnect app for easy monitoring, setup and firmware update purposes..

Technical Specifications & Parameter Summary