# \#vedirect **URL:** https://community.victronenergy.com/tag/vedirect/189.md [Latest](https://community.victronenergy.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.victronenergy.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.victronenergy.com/tags.md) --- ## [Orion XS VE Direct HEX Protocol Documentation](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-xs-ve-direct-hex-protocol-documentation/33686)
**Author:** [@nicbk117](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/nicbk117)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [9 October 2026 13:14 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/orion-xs-ve-direct-hex-protocol-documentation/33686 "2026-10-09T13:14:18Z")
Dear Victron Community, I would like to dynamically modify the input current limit of one or several Orion XS, based on parameters like Engine RPM, Alternator Current, Alternator Temperature and so on… Obvious goal is t… --- ## [VE.direct connector retention to back of Ekrano GX?](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/ve-direct-connector-retention-to-back-of-ekrano-gx/60545)
**Author:** [@Buzzy](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Buzzy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [17 July 2026 20:15 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/ve-direct-connector-retention-to-back-of-ekrano-gx/60545 "2026-07-17T20:15:37Z")
I have an Ekrano GX mounted in a PVC 12x12x6 inch electrical box. The VE.Direct cable connectors fall out sometimes (rarely) when I open the box. All genuine Victron cables. Does anyone have a clever retention mechan… --- ## [Can my new 250/60 Controller read by two systems at the same time, an RPI based Venus and a CerboGX?](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/can-my-new-250-60-controller-read-by-two-systems-at-the-same-time-an-rpi-based-venus-and-a-cerbogx/56693)
**Author:** [@bigbillsd](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/bigbillsd)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [19 April 2026 15:28 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/can-my-new-250-60-controller-read-by-two-systems-at-the-same-time-an-rpi-based-venus-and-a-cerbogx/56693 "2026-04-19T15:28:04Z")
I am using a VE direct to USB to feed the Cerbo as it only has 3 VE ports (really?) I am setting up an Raspberry based system to test Node Red and want it to also see at least my new solar controller, if not all the res… --- ## [SmartSolar 100/30 MPPT charger - VE.direct](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/smartsolar-100-30-mppt-charger-ve-direct/52548)
**Author:** [@d3jcku](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/d3jcku)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [2 February 2026 19:51 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/smartsolar-100-30-mppt-charger-ve-direct/52548 "2026-02-02T19:51:13Z")
Hello, I just ordered the SmartSolar MPPT charger, model 100/30. I just would like to check - the communication over VE.direct port from the charger uses RS232 (±5 to ±12V) voltage or TTL (0 -3.3V or 5V) voltage levels… --- ## [Direct ve port connection between 250VA inverter and Smart Solar MPPT](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/direct-ve-port-connection-between-250va-inverter-and-smart-solar-mppt/51041)
**Author:** [@cjc160](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/cjc160)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [2 January 2026 18:52 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/direct-ve-port-connection-between-250va-inverter-and-smart-solar-mppt/51041 "2026-01-02T18:52:10Z")
Hi All, I have a Smart Solar MPPT that has an onboard bluetooth connection. If i connect my little 250VA inverter directly to the MPPT (ve direct to ve direct) will this allow me to see the data from my inverter? Or sho… --- ## [Multiplus II GX lost connection with Smart Shunt via ve.direct](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/multiplus-ii-gx-lost-connection-with-smart-shunt-via-ve-direct/49048)
**Author:** [@darktooth](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/darktooth)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [29 November 2025 08:31 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/multiplus-ii-gx-lost-connection-with-smart-shunt-via-ve-direct/49048 "2025-11-29T08:31:04Z")
Hi, yesterday I installed a new Smart Shunt IP65 300A to my Multiplus II GX without any problem. After I was finished I disabled bluetooth on the Smart Shunt (yes I know…) and everything worked fine the whole day. Tod… --- ## [MPPT SmartSolar - "Load Output On/Off" control via RX-pin problem with mode setting](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/mppt-smartsolar-load-output-on-off-control-via-rx-pin-problem-with-mode-setting/48030)
**Author:** [@nig](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/nig)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [24 November 2025 05:12 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/mppt-smartsolar-load-output-on-off-control-via-rx-pin-problem-with-mode-setting/48030 "2025-11-24T05:12:15Z")
Hello everyone, I discovered a detail about the SmartSolar MPPT 75/15 that doesn’t seem to be clearly described in the manual — and it might explain why some people (like me :wink:) can’t get the +5V/0V control via the … --- ## [Datenleitungs-Verkablung](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/datenleitungs-verkablung/46915)
**Author:** [@PV-Frank](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/PV-Frank)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [19 October 2025 09:43 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/datenleitungs-verkablung/46915 "2025-10-19T09:43:59Z")
Hallo Zusammen, auch Dank der Hilfe von Euch, läuft mein ESSystem nun. Natürlich besteht die Möglichkeit zur weiteren Optimierung. Das wäre sonst ja auch nicht schön :wink: Besteht jetzt aus Cerbo Muliplus II Lynx-S… --- ## [Are VE.Direct devices from the MultiPlus GX passed through to the Cerbo GX?](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/are-ve-direct-devices-from-the-multiplus-gx-passed-through-to-the-cerbo-gx/45293)
**Author:** [@10bn](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/10bn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [13 September 2025 21:24 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/are-ve-direct-devices-from-the-multiplus-gx-passed-through-to-the-cerbo-gx/45293 "2025-09-13T21:24:05Z")
Hi everyone, I have a MultiPlus II 5000/48/70 GX, which already includes a built-in GX device. I have now additionally connected it via VE.Bus to a Cerbo GX, so that the Cerbo acts as the main system controller. At the… --- ## [MPPT 150/35 VE.Direct ohne Funktion nach Update](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/mppt-150-35-ve-direct-ohne-funktion-nach-update/44462)
**Author:** [@Ferropilot](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Ferropilot)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [3 September 2025 09:54 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/mppt-150-35-ve-direct-ohne-funktion-nach-update/44462 "2025-09-03T09:54:26Z")
Hallo Ich habe einen merkwürdigen Fehler bei 2 Kundengeräten: Der Kunde hat mehrere MPPTS (vermutlich 7 Stück) an einem Rasperry dran und diese mit 2x 4-fachVE.Direct zu 1x USB Adapter angeschlossen. Seit dem Update au… --- ## [Any way to control the Load output of a BlueSmart MPPT](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/any-way-to-control-the-load-output-of-a-bluesmart-mppt/41011)
**Author:** [@billcc](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/billcc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [27 July 2025 23:32 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/any-way-to-control-the-load-output-of-a-bluesmart-mppt/41011 "2025-07-27T23:32:42Z")
It seems there’s no endpoint on the DBus for controlling the load port of the MPPT even though the feature is available in VE.Direct protocol. I am wondering if there’s any way to control it via node red? --- ## [VE.Direct Inverter severe radio interference](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/ve-direct-inverter-severe-radio-interference/38097)
**Author:** [@JEHoener](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/JEHoener)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [8 July 2025 05:16 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/ve-direct-inverter-severe-radio-interference/38097 "2025-07-08T05:16:55Z")
My VE.Direct inverter when under load creates severe radio interference. This is not expected from a “pure sine wave” inverter. Is this a known issue? Does Victron or another manufacturer offer a filter that will remo… --- ## [Feature differences between the MPPT category "75/10, 75/15, 100/15 & 100/20" and "100/30 & 100/50"?](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/feature-differences-between-the-mppt-category-75-10-75-15-100-15-100-20-and-100-30-100-50/38495)
**Author:** [@nagmat84](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/nagmat84)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [6 July 2025 09:26 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/feature-differences-between-the-mppt-category-75-10-75-15-100-15-100-20-and-100-30-100-50/38495 "2025-07-06T09:26:04Z")
Are there any differences in the support for certain features, in particular with respect to VE.Direct, VE.Smart Networking and central control by a Cerbo GX between the two categories of MPPT solar controllers 75/10, … --- ## [SmartSolar 150/45 won't communicate with Cerbo over VE.Direct, but will over usb](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/smartsolar-150-45-wont-communicate-with-cerbo-over-ve-direct-but-will-over-usb/31617)
**Author:** [@RoarPowerNZ](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/RoarPowerNZ)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [17 June 2025 20:30 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/smartsolar-150-45-wont-communicate-with-cerbo-over-ve-direct-but-will-over-usb/31617 "2025-06-17T20:30:59Z")
To the experts; I have a SmartSolar 150/45, which worked for me out of the box while connected to my Raspberry Pi venus OS. I configured it, and sent to the customer. The customer tried various VE.Direct cables, but c… --- ## [Cerbo gx max vedirect/usb-geraete usb problem](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/cerbo-gx-max-vedirect-usb-geraete-usb-problem/20858)
**Author:** [@d\_ferdi](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/d_ferdi)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [4 February 2025 14:29 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/cerbo-gx-max-vedirect-usb-geraete-usb-problem/20858 "2025-02-04T14:29:04Z")
hallo, ich hatte leider vor kurzem probleme mit meinen ueber usb angeschlossenen vedirekt-geraeten. insgesamt waren 14 mppts ueber usb, ein smartinverter ueber vedirect und ein rs485 adapter ueber usb angeschlossen. le… --- ## [Daten aus der Venus GX seriell auslesen](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/daten-aus-der-venus-gx-seriell-auslesen/20951)
**Author:** [@Geber](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Geber)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [4 February 2025 09:58 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/daten-aus-der-venus-gx-seriell-auslesen/20951 "2025-02-04T09:58:32Z")
Hallo, ich habe eine Venus GX und eine MPPT 75/15. Diese verbinde ich über VE.Direct miteinander. Die Daten der MPPT kann ich über VE.Direct zu USB mit dem Computer auslesen. Diese werden alle paar Sekunden automatisch… --- ## [MPPT + Cerbo GX + REC-BMS not working](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/mppt-cerbo-gx-rec-bms-not-working/19892)
**Author:** [@MeltemiCaz](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/MeltemiCaz)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [28 January 2025 20:27 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/mppt-cerbo-gx-rec-bms-not-working/19892 "2025-01-28T20:27:11Z")
I am hoping that someone can provide guidance as to why my MPPTs are not showing up on my Cerbo GX. I hope it’s something simple that I have overlooked. Set up: 2 MPPT solar charge controllers wired to house battery B… --- ## [Cerbo reboot when Inverter smart switched on](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/cerbo-reboot-when-inverter-smart-switched-on/10803)
**Author:** [@BBoccardo](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/BBoccardo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [7 November 2024 16:00 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/cerbo-reboot-when-inverter-smart-switched-on/10803 "2024-11-07T16:00:52Z")
Hello Friends! I have one boat with the following issue. When Inverter Phoenix Smart 12/1600 conncted thru Ve.direct to Cerbo GX is power on the Cerbo GX re-boot. This happen when Inverter is switched on for the first… --- ## [Smart inverter 24/5000 lost VE.direct connection to RPi in off mode](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/smart-inverter-24-5000-lost-ve-direct-connection-to-rpi-in-off-mode/4285)
**Author:** [@Juergen-mt](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/Juergen-mt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [19 September 2024 12:42 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/smart-inverter-24-5000-lost-ve-direct-connection-to-rpi-in-off-mode/4285 "2024-09-19T12:42:41Z")
I use the Smart Inverter 24/5000. This is connected to a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B using an original Victron VE.direct to USB cable. It runs the Venus OS large version 3.42. It is an off-grid system. The inverter is set to… --- ## [Can I get SOC and charge current Cerbo GC with VE.direct (ie serial port)](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/can-i-get-soc-and-charge-current-cerbo-gc-with-ve-direct-ie-serial-port/2099)
**Author:** [@nyholku](https://community.victronenergy.com/u/nyholku)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [4 September 2024 13:16 UTC](https://community.victronenergy.com/t/can-i-get-soc-and-charge-current-cerbo-gc-with-ve-direct-ie-serial-port/2099 "2024-09-04T13:16:19Z")
I have following set up Victron Multiplus II 48/5000 Cerbo GX GX Touch 50 2 x Victron Smartsolar MPPT 250/100 2 x Pylontech US 5000 LiFePo4 batteries 16 x 405 W sola panels at 20° angle (along the roof). I have re…