Monitoring and Operating Victron Equipment via Smartphone or Tablet
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Posted on December 21, 2011 at 5:56:01 AM
Monitoring and Operating Victron Equipment via Smartphone or Tablet
ALMERE, The Netherlands, December 21, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Thanks to a unique collaboration between Victron Energy and Yachtcontrol it is now
possible to read out and control Victron equipment via computer, smartphone or tablet by
means of the Yachtcontrol software! Controlling the on-board energy management by means of
other software than the manufacturer's had not been applied before and is unique in the
branch.
Through the NMEA2000 and VEbus network, the Victron equipment is connected to the
computer running the Yachtcontrol software. After reading out the equipment, reverse
communication is possible. That way, not only can the battery voltage or converter status
be checked but the converter can also be switched on/of and the charge current can be
changed. So this is made possible without using a physical multi control panel or control
unit.
Besides, by means of a wireless network connection can be made between the computer
and a smartphone or tablet. That way it is possible to monitor and manage the Victron
equipment from these devices. "There are so many water sports enthusiasts that take a
smartphone or tablet with them on board. Thanks to the wireless connection with the
computer, the user is able to check the status of the Victron equipment or to change the
charge current by means of for instance an iPhone or iPad. Using a modem enables to check
this information from home", says Victor van der Louw, owner of Yachtcontrol.
Boot Duesseldorf
Discover this new development for yourself at Boot Duesseldorf at the Victron Energy
stand (hall 11, stand C02) and the Yachtcontrol stand (hall 11, stand B31)
Yachtcontrol software
The programme Yachtcontrol Navigation, besides "standard" map plotting functionality
such as digital maps, AIS and radar, also features a very broad monitor part. By means of
a unique design module, any client (if required) is able to make his own design based on
the data offered. Numerous clocks and meters can be highlighted in various colours and
types. Engine related information such as engine speed and fuel consumption, speed and
depth, tank levels, camera images and therefor also the energy management. So this way,
everything is brought together enabling navigation from one or various (computer) screens,
power switching and monitoring of all the data. The Yachtcontrol software is able to
process both NMEA0183 and NMEA2000 data and runs on any computer with Windows as the
operating system.
About Yachtcontrol
Yachtcontrol offers on-board computer or laptop based solutions both for sail and
motor yachts. Thanks to the software programmes such as Yachtcontrol Meteo and
Yachtcontrol Navigation it is possible to both have all the most recent weather
information and to navigate. A computer based Yachtcontrol Navigation solution offers a
direct alternative to a traditional map plotter. The use of AIS and radars and integration
with the autopilot and navigation instruments are seamless. Obviously, the use of an
on-board computer entails additional comfort, such as listening to music, keeping travel
reports and contacting with others via a (satellite) internet connection.
About Victron
Power specialist Victron is constantly devising new solutions for power supplies in
extraordinary locations. The company is a leading supplier of self-sufficient off-grid
systems for the maritime, industrial, automotive, off-grid and rehabilitation markets. Its
product range includes sinusoidal inverters, charger/inverters, battery chargers, DC/DC
converters, switch panels, the intelligent Battery Monitor, Global Remote BlueSolar Panel
products and more. Victron Energy has earned itself an enviable and unrivalled reputation
in the field of technical innovation, reliability and durability. Its products are
regarded worldwide as being the No. 1 professional choice for self-sufficient electrical
power generation.
Our logo material as well as our press release archive, including this press release
in other languages, is available on the following link:
http://www.victronenergy.com/information/press/
Source: Victron Energy
Note for the editorial staff, not for publication. Please contact Marianka Pranger for more information: +31(0)36 5359700, mpranger@victronenergy.com
ALMERE, The Netherlands, December 21, 2011/PRNewswire/ --
Thanks to a unique collaboration between Victron Energy and Yachtcontrol it is now
possible to read out and control Victron equipment via computer, smartphone or tablet by
means of the Yachtcontrol software! Controlling the on-board energy management by means of
other software than the manufacturer's had not been applied before and is unique in the
branch.
Through the NMEA2000 and VEbus network, the Victron equipment is connected to the
computer running the Yachtcontrol software. After reading out the equipment, reverse
communication is possible. That way, not only can the battery voltage or converter status
be checked but the converter can also be switched on/of and the charge current can be
changed. So this is made possible without using a physical multi control panel or control
unit.
Besides, by means of a wireless network connection can be made between the computer
and a smartphone or tablet. That way it is possible to monitor and manage the Victron
equipment from these devices. "There are so many water sports enthusiasts that take a
smartphone or tablet with them on board. Thanks to the wireless connection with the
computer, the user is able to check the status of the Victron equipment or to change the
charge current by means of for instance an iPhone or iPad. Using a modem enables to check
this information from home", says Victor van der Louw, owner of Yachtcontrol.
Boot Duesseldorf
Discover this new development for yourself at Boot Duesseldorf at the Victron Energy
stand (hall 11, stand C02) and the Yachtcontrol stand (hall 11, stand B31)
Yachtcontrol software
The programme Yachtcontrol Navigation, besides "standard" map plotting functionality
such as digital maps, AIS and radar, also features a very broad monitor part. By means of
a unique design module, any client (if required) is able to make his own design based on
the data offered. Numerous clocks and meters can be highlighted in various colours and
types. Engine related information such as engine speed and fuel consumption, speed and
depth, tank levels, camera images and therefor also the energy management. So this way,
everything is brought together enabling navigation from one or various (computer) screens,
power switching and monitoring of all the data. The Yachtcontrol software is able to
process both NMEA0183 and NMEA2000 data and runs on any computer with Windows as the
operating system.
About Yachtcontrol
Yachtcontrol offers on-board computer or laptop based solutions both for sail and
motor yachts. Thanks to the software programmes such as Yachtcontrol Meteo and
Yachtcontrol Navigation it is possible to both have all the most recent weather
information and to navigate. A computer based Yachtcontrol Navigation solution offers a
direct alternative to a traditional map plotter. The use of AIS and radars and integration
with the autopilot and navigation instruments are seamless. Obviously, the use of an
on-board computer entails additional comfort, such as listening to music, keeping travel
reports and contacting with others via a (satellite) internet connection.
About Victron
Power specialist Victron is constantly devising new solutions for power supplies in
extraordinary locations. The company is a leading supplier of self-sufficient off-grid
systems for the maritime, industrial, automotive, off-grid and rehabilitation markets. Its
product range includes sinusoidal inverters, charger/inverters, battery chargers, DC/DC
converters, switch panels, the intelligent Battery Monitor, Global Remote BlueSolar Panel
products and more. Victron Energy has earned itself an enviable and unrivalled reputation
in the field of technical innovation, reliability and durability. Its products are
regarded worldwide as being the No. 1 professional choice for self-sufficient electrical
power generation.
Our logo material as well as our press release archive, including this press release
in other languages, is available on the following link:
http://www.victronenergy.com/information/press/
Source: Victron Energy
Note for the editorial staff, not for publication. Please contact Marianka Pranger for more information: +31(0)36 5359700, mpranger@victronenergy.com