Victron Cerbo GX Basics

In this video, we show you everything you need to know about the Victron Cerbo GX. We cover the function of each terminal and input, how to connect the Cerbo GX to power, how we use it in our Ford Transit Campervan Conversion, and how the Victron Remote Management (VRM) Portal works so you can monitor your system from anywhere in the world.

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➤🔵 Victron Cerbo GX: https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-...
➤🖥️ Victron Touch 70 GX Screen: https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-...
➤🛠 Victron Cerbo GX Wiring Kit: https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-...
➤🌐 Link to VRM Portal: https://vrm.victronenergy.com/
➤📄 Cerbo GX User Manual: https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-s...
➤🔋 Link to Compatible Batteries (BMS.CAN): https://www.victronenergy.com/live/ba...

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:28 What's In the Box
01:30 CANbus: BMS-Can, VE.Can
02:26 VE.Bus
02:59 USB
03:34 HDMI
04:15 VE.Direct
05:32 Ethernet
05:51 MicroSD
06:05 Tank Sensor Inputs
06:25 Temp Sensor Inputs
06:43 Digital Inputs
06:57 Relay Terminals
07:22 Power Terminal
07:48 Connecting to Power
08:44 Ford Transit With Cerbo GX
10:47 VRM Portal
12:39 Outro