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  • Post in thread: Victron SmartShunt bluetooth distance

    I plan to install a Victron SmartShunt in a new RV to monitor the BB Lithium batteries since the batteries themselves do not have any built-in BT functionality. I had used the Victron 712 Smart in my previous RV and was happy with it, but would be pleased to save the $75 with the SmartShunt...
  • Post in thread: Solar Controller questions

    I am new to this forum, my previous forum experience having been on RV specific forums, but one poster suggested that this was a better place for solar questions than any RV specific location and I suspect that is right. I had posted this specific question on the RV forum but got only a few...
  • Post in thread: Solar Controller questions

    I was looking at the PWM controllers and only those that fit into the space available. As far as I can tell none of the MPPT solar controllers will fit. Yes, I suppose I could run the wires through the cabinets and store an MPPT controller there, but my first choice would be to make use of the...
  • Post in thread: Victron SmartShunt bluetooth distance

    Thank you all for the information. I assume I need the signal to travel about 7 or 8 feet, so 15' is more than enough. I guess I will try the SmartShunt and if it does not produce a strong enough signal I will buy the dongle. At least it gives me enough encouragement to try the SmartShunt and...
  • Post in thread: Solar Controller questions

    That is a good idea. The space is approximately 7 x 4.5 x 1.75 and the Thor Manufacturing controller that is in there is a bit narrower and not quite that high. But it sits in a panel with a lot of other displays and controls and there is not a lot of space for the solar controller. In addition...
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