# \#orion\_smart **URL:** https://community.victronenergy.com/tag/orion-smart/116.md [Latest](https://community.victronenergy.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.victronenergy.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.victronenergy.com/tags.md) --- ## [Orion-Tr Smart doesn’t charge properly when solar is active](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-tr-smart-ladt-nicht-richtig-bei-aktivem-solar/63796)
**Author:** [@tux](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/tux)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [12 October 2026 04:24 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-tr-smart-ladt-nicht-richtig-bei-aktivem-solar/63796 "2026-10-12T04:24:17Z")
Hello everyone, I have a problem with my Victron Orion-Tr Smart DC-DC charger in my Fiat Ducato with a smart alternator (Euro 6). My system: Fiat Ducato Euro 6 with a smart alternator … --- ## [Victron Orion-Tr Smart 3x30A – Low input voltage at full output and engine shutdown detection issues](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/victron-orion-tr-smart-3x30a-low-input-voltage-at-full-output-and-engine-shutdown-detection-issues/63815)
**Author:** [@gover12](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/gover12)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [11 October 2026 13:40 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/victron-orion-tr-smart-3x30a-low-input-voltage-at-full-output-and-engine-shutdown-detection-issues/63815 "2026-10-11T13:40:38Z")
Hi everyone, I have three Victron Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30A Isolated DC-DC chargers charging my 400Ah LiFePO4 house battery bank (2 × 200Ah). For a long time, I have been struggling to get the full potential out of this… --- ## [Orion-Tr Smart not charging with smart alternator and solar active – Fiat Ducato Euro 6](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-tr-smart-not-charging-with-smart-alternator-and-solar-active-fiat-ducato-euro-6/63795)
**Author:** [@tux](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/tux)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [10 October 2026 18:46 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-tr-smart-not-charging-with-smart-alternator-and-solar-active-fiat-ducato-euro-6/63795 "2026-10-10T18:46:55Z")
Hi everyone, I’m experiencing an issue with my Victron Orion-Tr Smart DC-DC charger in my Fiat Ducato camper with a smart alternator. My setup: Fiat Ducato Euro 6 with smart alternator Victron Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30… --- ## [Eco Worthy 280ah settings](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/eco-worthy-280ah-settings/63140)
**Author:** [@Shrek3785](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Shrek3785)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [22 September 2026 14:50 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/eco-worthy-280ah-settings/63140 "2026-09-22T14:50:26Z")
Trying to get correct setting for my eco worthy 280ah battery. If I don’t run the vehicle for a few days I get a flat vehicle battery. My assumption is this is wrong. Any help much appreciated --- ## [Victron Orion stuck in Absorption Mode](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/victron-orion-stuck-in-absorption-mode/62949)
**Author:** [@stuartstephen](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/stuartstephen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [18 September 2026 01:34 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/victron-orion-stuck-in-absorption-mode/62949 "2026-09-18T01:34:24Z")
Hi there hope you can help with this problem we have had for last 6 months. Set-up: Roamer 230 leisure battery T6.1 Stop/Start Alternator with new battery Victron Lynx Power In 1000 fed by Orion-TR Smart 12/12… --- ## [Charging problem with isolated Orion Smart DCDC 12V 18A](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/probleme-de-charge-orion-smart-dcdc-12v-18a-isole/60704)
**Author:** [@Greg21](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Greg21)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [15 September 2026 19:33 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/probleme-de-charge-orion-smart-dcdc-12v-18a-isole/60704 "2026-09-15T19:33:38Z")
Hello, I recently purchased an Orion Smart TR 12V 18A to recharge a 100Ah Creabest LiFePO4 battery. The problem is that I can’t charge this battery with the Orion; the charger supplies a… --- ## [My First PV Pinzgauer](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/my-first-pv-pinzgauer/60827)
**Author:** [@Challtaq](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Challtaq)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [1 August 2026 12:16 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/my-first-pv-pinzgauer/60827 "2026-08-01T12:16:23Z")
Hi, ich bin eher Elektroneuling… hier mein PV-System für meinen Pinzgauer. Verbleibe gespannt, ob sich jemand einen Moment Zeit nehmen möge, um drüber zu schauen? I am rather rookie on Electrics… here my PV System for… --- ## [Pylontech and Orion TR Smart DC/DC? Cerbo GX?](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/pylontech-and-orion-tr-smart-dc-dc-cerbo-gx/60433)
**Author:** [@ChriSolar](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/ChriSolar)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [15 July 2026 13:55 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/pylontech-and-orion-tr-smart-dc-dc-cerbo-gx/60433 "2026-07-15T13:55:24Z")
Hello, Im trying to figure out how to safely charge a Pylontech battery with Orion TR DC/DCs. As we all know the safety shutdowns of the Pylontech BMS are not 100% reliable and therefore some PT batteries experienced b… --- ## [Ich brauche Hilfe Orion Smart 12 / 12-18 PIN verloren](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/ich-brauche-hilfe-orion-smart-12-12-18-pin-verloren/60446)
**Author:** [@Olaf1](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Olaf1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [15 July 2026 10:58 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/ich-brauche-hilfe-orion-smart-12-12-18-pin-verloren/60446 "2026-07-15T10:58:59Z")
Ich habe den Aufkleber mit dem PIN für die Bluetooth Verbindung verloren und kann ihn nicht mehr Konfigurieren . Ich habe schon versucht einen neuen über den Support Firma AKKU SYS Akkumulator zu bekommen das hat lei… --- ## [Chargin Starterbattery (24V) while Engine is off (Camping) from a 12V LiFePO Powerbank: OrionTrSmart](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/chargin-starterbattery-24v-while-engine-is-off-camping-from-a-12v-lifepo-powerbank-oriontrsmart/60394)
**Author:** [@Gerwinius](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Gerwinius)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [13 July 2026 18:57 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/chargin-starterbattery-24v-while-engine-is-off-camping-from-a-12v-lifepo-powerbank-oriontrsmart/60394 "2026-07-13T18:57:52Z")
Hi everyone! I got confused, obviosly the Orion Smart - Tr 12|24-15 is intended to work the other way around: Charging a powerbank when the engine is running. My setting is the other way: I want to charge the starter ba… --- ## [Whistling High Pitch noise](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/whistling-high-pitch-noise/60385)
**Author:** [@Smurf](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Smurf)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [13 July 2026 17:38 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/whistling-high-pitch-noise/60385 "2026-07-13T17:38:31Z")
I don’t know if you can help but I have bought a recently converted camper that has an Orion-Tr Smart 12 I 12 - 18 fitted. This has recently started to emit a very high pitch ‘whistle’ that I cannot correct ( or tolerate… --- ## [Orion sx 50A / Agrofet](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-sx-50a-agrofet/59830)
**Author:** [@Ibis](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Ibis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [29 June 2026 13:00 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-sx-50a-agrofet/59830 "2026-06-29T13:00:58Z")
Good morning, I have three battery banks on a sailboat: a lead-acid engine battery, an AGM service battery, and an AGM anchor battery. Currently, the battery charging is managed by a three-way Agrofet and a three-way bat… --- ## [Tr Smart 12/12-18A Isolated DC-DC charger output seems to be stuck on a low voltage](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/tr-smart-12-12-18a-isolated-dc-dc-charger-output-seems-to-be-stuck-on-a-low-voltage/2200)
**Author:** [@SminkyPinky](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/SminkyPinky)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [29 June 2026 08:34 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/tr-smart-12-12-18a-isolated-dc-dc-charger-output-seems-to-be-stuck-on-a-low-voltage/2200 "2026-06-29T08:34:09Z")
Hi, a while back a had a post on here regarding the use of a Tr Smart DC-DC charger in a combined charger/power supply role (in a vehicle, charging the auxiliary battery whilst powering a small 12V compressor fridge/free… --- ## [DC to DC Charging Trolling Batteries from Outboard](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/dc-to-dc-charging-trolling-batteries-from-outboard/59678)
**Author:** [@JGORDON](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/JGORDON)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [26 June 2026 18:20 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/dc-to-dc-charging-trolling-batteries-from-outboard/59678 "2026-06-26T18:20:21Z")
Hi All, I’ve been trying my best to read up and understand how best to use my outboard motor to charge my trolling motor batteries. Here are the highlights of my setup: Mercury Four-Stroke 75HP, with a 50 amp/630 Wat… --- ## [Charging a small Lithium Battery from the main LiFePo](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/charging-a-small-lithium-battery-from-the-main-lifepo/59546)
**Author:** [@grumpy](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/grumpy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [22 June 2026 17:07 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/charging-a-small-lithium-battery-from-the-main-lifepo/59546 "2026-06-22T17:07:44Z")
I want to charge a Victron Lithium 20 Ah from my big LiFePo 300 Ah with aan additional/separate Orion Tr-Smart 12/12 18A (charging the battery for my Dinghi from the main boat battery), especially when neither Shorepower… --- ## [Parallelschaltung Ladebooster mit unterschiedlicher Leistung](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/parallelschaltung-ladebooster-mit-unterschiedlicher-leistung/33891)
**Author:** [@dieterpapa](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/dieterpapa)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [18 June 2026 20:56 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/parallelschaltung-ladebooster-mit-unterschiedlicher-leistung/33891 "2026-06-18T20:56:23Z")
Kann man Orion Smart Ladebooster unterschiedlicher Leistung parallel schalten? 12-12-50 mit 12-12-18? Parallel laufen lassen geht ja schon mal grundsätzlich…Cerbo GX ist vorhanden. LG Dieter --- ## [Orion Smart 12V/12V-18A DC to DC Charger Firmware V1.13 - Locked in disabled?](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-smart-12v-12v-18a-dc-to-dc-charger-firmware-v1-13-locked-in-disabled/59170)
**Author:** [@sbgilbertson](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/sbgilbertson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [14 June 2026 14:47 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-smart-12v-12v-18a-dc-to-dc-charger-firmware-v1-13-locked-in-disabled/59170 "2026-06-14T14:47:13Z")
Off reason menu gave me two notifications #1 Low input voltage and #2 Engine Shutdown detected. I have reset to factory defaults and input all battery charging information as required for my setup including making sure … --- ## [Use Victron Orion-Tr Smart 48/12-30A charger to charge starter battery](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/use-victron-orion-tr-smart-48-12-30a-charger-to-charge-starter-battery/32193)
**Author:** [@TweakieBE](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/TweakieBE)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [13 June 2026 07:12 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/use-victron-orion-tr-smart-48-12-30a-charger-to-charge-starter-battery/32193 "2026-06-13T07:12:37Z")
All, I want to use a Victron Orion-Tr Smart 48/12-30A charger to charge a starter battery (12V) from a generator. Is it Ok for the Victron charger that it is connected and active when the generator start or will it be … --- ## [Abweichende SoC-Werte zwischen Robur BMS und Victron SmartShunt 300A](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/abweichende-soc-werte-zwischen-robur-bms-und-victron-smartshunt-300a/58659)
**Author:** [@Sascha2278](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Sascha2278)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [31 May 2026 05:23 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/abweichende-soc-werte-zwischen-robur-bms-und-victron-smartshunt-300a/58659 "2026-05-31T05:23:23Z")
Hallo zusammen, ich wende mich erneut mit einem Problem an euch, das ich leider doch noch nicht dauerhaft lösen konnte. Es geht um stark abweichende Ladestandsanzeigen (SoC) zwischen meinem Batterie-BMS und meinem Victr… --- ## [Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-18A, nach Tiefentladung Starterbatterie: Wohn- und Starterbatterie verbunden](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-tr-smart-12-12-18a-nach-tiefentladung-starterbatterie-wohn-und-starterbatterie-verbunden/58148)
**Author:** [@Steff](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Steff)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [19 May 2026 19:36 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-tr-smart-12-12-18a-nach-tiefentladung-starterbatterie-wohn-und-starterbatterie-verbunden/58148 "2026-05-19T19:36:10Z")
Hallo zusammen, seit mehreren Jahren sitzt der Orion Smart unauffällig unter meinem Fahrersitz und versorgt die Wohnbatterie darunter. Die Tage war mein VW Bus in der Werkstatt, beim TÜV-Termin ging die Ladekontrolleuc… --- ## [Limit input current of Orion-Tr 12|12-30 DC-DC charger](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/limit-input-current-of-orion-tr-12-12-30-dc-dc-charger/56160)
**Author:** [@nagmat84](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/nagmat84)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [4 May 2026 14:26 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/limit-input-current-of-orion-tr-12-12-30-dc-dc-charger/56160 "2026-05-04T14:26:28Z")
Is there any option to limit the input current of the Orion-Tr Smart 12|12-30? I probably made a mistake when I purchased that DC-DC charger. As the starter and house battery of the boat are both minus-grounded via the … --- ## [Is a lead acid "Buffer" battery required for a smart Orion installation?](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/is-a-lead-acid-buffer-battery-required-for-a-smart-orion-installation/57213)
**Author:** [@jmmassey](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/jmmassey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [28 April 2026 05:51 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/is-a-lead-acid-buffer-battery-required-for-a-smart-orion-installation/57213 "2026-04-28T05:51:10Z")
I have a 1966 Hatteras that I am converting the house bank from lead acid to lithium. The boat is wired as follows: The starting bank is on the port side and is directly charged from the port side alternator (Multi II … --- ## [DIY VE.Direct cables?](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/diy-ve-direct-cables/56978)
**Author:** [@HeadedToTexas](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/HeadedToTexas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [24 April 2026 11:53 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/diy-ve-direct-cables/56978 "2026-04-24T11:53:18Z")
I have a Cerbo GX MkII, a SmartShunt, and two Orion XS 50s maintaining a pair of AGM batteries. I thought I had recalled that the SmartShunt and Orions came with cables, but those are power cables or something and not VE… --- ## [12 12 50 dc dc charger](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/12-12-50-dc-dc-charger/56677)
**Author:** [@Billlyb](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Billlyb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [19 April 2026 11:22 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/12-12-50-dc-dc-charger/56677 "2026-04-19T11:22:59Z")
hi i have looked an cannot find that on the dc dc charger left side bottom there is a jumper wire is that to keep the charger on ,?? thanks in advance billy --- ## [First attempt at my wiring diagram](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/first-attempt-at-my-wiring-diagram/56632)
**Author:** [@MOTO-VAN](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/MOTO-VAN)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [17 April 2026 19:05 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/first-attempt-at-my-wiring-diagram/56632 "2026-04-17T19:05:47Z")
Looking for direction on sizing fuses, breakers and wire. This is the concept of my diagram so any corrections are welcome. This is for a 2014 RAM Promaster 2500. --- ## [Argofet - Orion - tr.smart](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/argofet-orion-tr-smart/56208)
**Author:** [@Tryggka](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Tryggka)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [14 April 2026 05:17 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/argofet-orion-tr-smart/56208 "2026-04-14T05:17:10Z")
In my boat with 2 engines, a Victron Skylla IP65 charger, 2 Argofet 100-3, Cerbo GX, BMV 712 smart shunt are installed. The batteries are AGM 95 ah for starting, AGM 95 ah for thruster, and a new Lithium bank with 8 cell… --- ## [Orion tr smart 24/24/17 setup](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-tr-smart-24-24-17-setup/56216)
**Author:** [@Drex08](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Drex08)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [10 April 2026 04:49 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-tr-smart-24-24-17-setup/56216 "2026-04-10T04:49:00Z")
Hi can anyone help with setup? 24v truck battery to 100ah lifpo4.cables are connected between truck battery and orion.Not between orion and lifpo4 yet..I have victron connect app.but dont know what settings I should be p… --- ## [Sailing Vessel Refit: Replacing the Sterling ProAlt C with Victron Orion-Tr Smart](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/sailing-vessel-refit-replacing-the-sterling-proalt-c-with-victron-orion-tr-smart/56143)
**Author:** [@paddyenfrance](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/paddyenfrance)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [8 April 2026 19:39 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/sailing-vessel-refit-replacing-the-sterling-proalt-c-with-victron-orion-tr-smart/56143 "2026-04-08T19:39:56Z")
Vessel & System Overview Dufour 405 GL (2011), 12V DC system, House bank: 3 × Victron Gel Deep Discharge 12V/110Ah (BAT412101104) — 330Ah total Start battery: 1 × 110Ah Alternator: Volvo Penta D2-40/55, confirmed 115A… --- ## [Orion 12/12 30 TR Smart low charge amps](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-12-12-30-tr-smart-low-charge-amps/4945)
**Author:** [@danestead](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/danestead)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [3 April 2026 21:05 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-12-12-30-tr-smart-low-charge-amps/4945 "2026-04-03T21:05:30Z")
I’m suffering what I think is a common issue with this unit. I’m only getting about 5-10 amps charging from my car with the engine shutdown detection set to 12.8v. If I lower it to 11v etc, I can manage to get 15-20a but… --- ## [Problem with fuse tap in engine compartment for 2019 Highlander](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/problem-with-fuse-tap-in-engine-compartment-for-2019-highlander/55575)
**Author:** [@ekarlson](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/ekarlson)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [26 March 2026 22:49 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/problem-with-fuse-tap-in-engine-compartment-for-2019-highlander/55575 "2026-03-26T22:49:55Z")
Currently I am using the positive lead for the running lights in my trailer as the remote control input on the H pin of my Orion Tr Smart. Works pretty well, but I was thinking that using the Fuel Pump signal would 100%… [Next page](https://community.victronenergy.com/tag/orion-smart/116.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=orion_smart)