RV Victron, Home Assistant & Network Setup: Short Vid

Victron system upgrade featuring an 8 kWh LiFePO4 battery bank, Victron Erkano GX, SmartShunt, DC-DC charger, Solar MPPT controller, and MultiPlus 1200 va inverter/charger. Running Home Assistant for local control and automation, with Alexa for cloud-based voice control.

Beryl 7/ Wi-Fi 7 router with Multi-WAN and auto-failover, supporting Starlink Mini internet, USB cell phone tethering, Wi-Fi extender connectivity from a phone, Ubiquiti Bullet/Air Gateway connectivity, or a weBoost cell booster to improve phone signal when needed. D-Link 5-port unmanaged switch expands the available Ethernet ports.

Victron Upgrade Series Part 1: Orion XS 50A DC-DC Charger Install

This upgrade will be completed in multiple phases. Over time, all, or at least most, of the coach battery system will be converted to Victron components, excluding the lithium batteries themselves. I am starting with the DC-DC charger. The wiring schematics remain the same. Check the SFK lithium battery installation on this link (click here).

The original 40-amp Renogy DC-DC charger has been replaced with a Victron Orion XS 50-amp DC-DC charger. For reference, you can view the original 40-amp Renogy DC-DC charger installation at this link (click here). Here’s how a changeover switch can be used to activate either the ACR or the DC-DC charger, ensuring only one charger is active at a time (click here)

The DC-DC charger will remain in the same location, which required fabricating a new mounting system for the Orion. This time, the mount is designed in two pieces. The baseplate is secured to the firewall using three existing OEM bolt studs. A separate L-bracket holds the Orion and bolts to the baseplate, allowing for easy removal if needed.