{"product_id":"victron-energy-ve-bus-smart-dongle-bluetooth-wireless-inverter-charger-monitoring-voltage-temperature-sensing","title":"Victron Energy VE.Bus Smart Dongle Bluetooth — wireless inverter\/charger monitoring, voltage \u0026 temperature sensing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Victron Energy VE.Bus Smart Dongle is a compact Bluetooth adapter that adds wireless monitoring and voltage\/temperature sensing to compatible Victron inverter\/chargers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis small plug-and-play device connects to the VE.Bus port on Victron Multis, Quattros and compatible Phoenix inverters to provide real-time status, simple control and sensor inputs over the VictronConnect app. It’s designed for installations where a full GX system is unnecessary — ideal for mobile and small marine setups that need an affordable, wireless monitoring and control option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the dongle let me monitor my inverter\/charger from a phone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe dongle creates a Bluetooth link between the inverter\/charger and the VictronConnect app, delivering live system data and alarms. Once paired, you can review operating status, battery info and error logs without opening panels or running network cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWireless connection to VictronConnect app on iOS\/Android\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLive readouts of input\/output status and fault notifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccess to operation history and simple troubleshooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I control charging behavior with the VE.Bus Smart Dongle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the dongle enables basic control functions through the app so you can adapt settings remotely. You can change the AC input current limit and switch operating modes while keeping the configuration centralized on your mobile device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChange input current limit to suit shore power or generator capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSwitch between Off, On and Charger-only modes from your phone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply settings quickly without physical access to the inverter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat additional sensing does the device provide for my system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond Bluetooth, the VE.Bus Smart Dongle includes voltage and temperature sensing inputs so the inverter\/charger can respond to environmental and battery conditions. This adds useful monitoring and helps the system manage charge and performance more accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVoltage sensing for more accurate battery management\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTemperature sensing to compensate charging based on ambient or battery temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrates directly with the inverter\/charger’s internal control logic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good substitute for a GX display or remote unit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor many mobile and small-boat installations, the dongle provides the core monitoring and control features without the expense and complexity of a GX controller. It’s not a full replacement for networked remote monitoring on larger systems but is an excellent lightweight alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerfect for caravans, small yachts and motorhomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLower cost and simpler to install than a Color Control GX or Venus GX\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLimited to Bluetooth range and local app control (no built-in LAN or cloud gateway)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? The VE.Bus Smart Dongle suits owners who want quick, wireless access to inverter\/charger data and basic control without adding a full GX monitoring solution. If you need local monitoring on a Multiplus, MultiPlus-II, MultiGrid, Quattro or a compatible Phoenix inverter and value easy installation and mobile control, this adapter offers practical functionality for compact and mobile energy systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Which Victron inverter\/chargers work with the VE.Bus Smart Dongle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It supports Multis, MultiPlus, MultiPlus-II, MultiGrid, MultiGrid-II, Quattros and Phoenix inverters that have a VE.Bus port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the dongle provide remote cloud access?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No — it offers local Bluetooth access via VictronConnect; it does not include built-in cloud or LAN gateway functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Victron Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55170965176663,"sku":"B07FCV43LQ","price":105.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1050\/1524\/7191\/files\/victron-energy-vebus-smart-dongle-front-view.jpg?v=1790435734","url":"https:\/\/britishgarage.co.uk\/products\/victron-energy-ve-bus-smart-dongle-bluetooth-wireless-inverter-charger-monitoring-voltage-temperature-sensing","provider":"British Garage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}