AC loads not correct (VA instead of W?)

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msaaby asked Dec 3, '21

AC loads not correct (VA instead of W?)

Hi

I have setup a RPI4 running Venus OS.
I have a Victron Shunt, Victron Inverter, Victron MPPT all connected with usb.

As you can see below it says I have a DC power of 118W (I don't have a DC Power)

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Below is from my shunt showing 332W. (I have measured it and get the same result)

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Below is a screenshot from the inverter showing 465VA (not W).
I think the 460W on the first image is actually 460VA and not 460W.

skærmbillede-2021-12-03-kl-133759.png

Is there a way for me to change the setup or ?

Please help :)

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Answer 1 · 2021-12-03T20:55:38Z

Alexandra answered · Dec 03, 2021 at 08:55 PM

@msaaby

Disable has dc system in system setup on the gx device.

I have found the Phoenix is not as good as the multiplus and quattro range in efficiency and load readings. And yes express VA not watts. In a phoenix system pay more attention to the battery readings. That is where the power is coming from and is the biggest concern in the system.

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