Crankshaft Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 I just noticed that there is a new GX version of the Multiplus-I, the Multiplus-II GX, that includes a Venus unit, plus Ethernet and USB ports. I'm feeling pretty bummed as I had to shell-out major extra cash to get this functionality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 (edited) It is brand new model and they got clever and included a VenusGX. Not sure of the price yet or if it is on "the list" yet. Once it is on "the list" I may just sell my setup and go for one. EDIT: But then again, sitting on my hands, I have all that the new models can give bar a slightly higher draw at night. Bleh. Edited August 22, 2019 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crankshaft Posted August 22, 2019 Author Share Posted August 22, 2019 Small correction in my opening post: should read; "version of the Multiplus-II, the Multiplus-II GX". I had typed Multiplus-I. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crankshaft Posted August 22, 2019 Author Share Posted August 22, 2019 Small correction in my opening post: should read; "version of the Multiplus-II, the Multiplus-II GX". I had typed Multiplus-I. Seems to be available here: https://www.sonopsolar.co.za/product/victron-multiplus-ii-48-5000-35-32-gx/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 1 hour ago, Crankshaft said: Seems to be available here: Appears the two parts separate are about the same price as a new MP II GX? https://www.sonopsolar.co.za/product/victron-multiplus-ii-48-3000-35-32/ + https://www.sonopsolar.co.za/product/victron-venus-gx/ = https://www.sonopsolar.co.za/product/victron-multiplus-ii-48-5000-35-32-gx/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crankshaft Posted August 22, 2019 Author Share Posted August 22, 2019 As a bonus, the MP-II GX has a small display. One would have to buy a Venus Colour Control to get a screen, albeit a much better display. Anyway, I would have waited for the GX version if I had known it was on the horizon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
___ Posted August 22, 2019 Share Posted August 22, 2019 I've had the privilege of working on this new board for a while now. It's a nanopi-based board. It has 4 cores and runs at 1.2Ghz, so it is by far the fastest board in the Victron stable. There's work in the pipeline to improve the text on the display. Mark 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 19 hours ago, Crankshaft said: Anyway, I would have waited for the GX version if I had known it was on the horizon. As right as you are saying this, I have found over the last 10 years that every time one buys anything, inverter, car, Cell, within months you see a newer better product. We just won't win. How I console myself is that when the parts are separate, I have more "flexibility" over time ... that keeps my finger off the mouse hovering over the "Place Order" button. Hope this helps a wee bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoic Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 36 minutes ago, The Terrible Triplett said: As right as you are saying this, I have found over the last 10 years that every time one buys anything, inverter, car, Cell, within months you see a newer better product. We just won't win. How I console myself is that when the parts are separate, I have more "flexibility" over time ... that keeps my finger off the mouse hovering over the "Place Order" button. Hope this helps a wee bit. I have found over the last 10 years that even if my finger wants to click the "order now" button my bank account will always reject it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoic Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 18 hours ago, plonkster said: I've had the privilege of working on this new board for a while now. It's a nanopi-based board. It has 4 cores and runs at 1.2Ghz, so it is by far the fastest board in the Victron stable. There's work in the pipeline to improve the text on the display. what dos the "GX" stand for in all the devices? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 28 minutes ago, stoic said: I have found over the last 10 years that even if my finger wants to click the "order now" button my bank account will always reject it. O yea, there is that too! 24 minutes ago, stoic said: what dos the "GX" stand for in all the devices? Great eXperiences ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crankshaft Posted August 23, 2019 Author Share Posted August 23, 2019 1 hour ago, The Terrible Triplett said: As right as you are saying this, I have found over the last 10 years that every time one buys anything, inverter, car, Cell, within months you see a newer better product. We just won't win. How I console myself is that when the parts are separate, I have more "flexibility" over time ... that keeps my finger off the mouse hovering over the "Place Order" button. Hope this helps a wee bit. Thank you, Triplett. I've also used the same line of reasoning to stop the itch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
___ Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 2 hours ago, stoic said: what dos the "GX" stand for in all the devices? I asked about it once and I was told it just sounds cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnboy Posted February 22, 2020 Share Posted February 22, 2020 Hi anyone had issues with connecting wifi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
___ Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 On 2020/02/22 at 6:14 PM, Johnboy said: Hi anyone had issues with connecting wifi If you plug in an external USB WiFi dongle (one that is supported) it will be used over the internal one. You could use a USB extension cable with the dongle at the end to get better reception. That's one way to deal with it. The internal antenna doesn't have the best range. In general it is better to use a wired connection, regardless of what GX device you use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
___ Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 Also, I use one of these with a CCGX to connect the wired ethernet connection to the WiFi. So far it works excellently, and it also extends the WiFi to that area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 This new addition looks great as well! https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/cerbo-gx Got everything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaBz0r Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 I was also checking it out the other day, would not mind one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
___ Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 40 minutes ago, Mark said: This new addition looks great as well! https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/cerbo-gx Got everything! Yeah, stock levels are low though, the first batches sold out really quickly. In terms of processing power it's not the fastest unit. It is a lot faster than the CCGX and the Venus-GX, but not as fast as the Nanopi based board in the Multi -GX models. And the Raspberry Pi remains the fastest supported platform, with a quad core 1.2Ghz processor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnboy Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 12 hours ago, plonkster said: Also, I use one of these with a CCGX to connect the wired ethernet connection to the WiFi. So far it works excellently, and it also extends the WiFi to that area. I will give it a go many thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnboy Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunderdolt Posted February 24, 2020 Share Posted February 24, 2020 Quote Anyway, I would have waited for the GX version if I had known it was on the horizon. Back in the early 1980's we sold the world's first portable PC, the Osborne. It was very popular. Then Osborne announced that the new "deluxe" model with all the latest bells and whistles would be available in 6 months. Sales immediately fell to zero, worldwide, as everyone held off buying until the new model was available. Suffice to say the company almost immediately failed due to no cash flow. The deluxe model never made it to market. Osborne was no more. Since then most companies seem to have learnt the Osborne lesson. Never announce a new product until it is on the shelves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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