====== CANvu GX Manual ======

The CANvu GX is a product in the Victron [[venus-os:start|GX Product Family]]. You can compare features between the CANvu GX and other GX devices [[venus-os:start|here]]. 

The CANvu GX is a device similar to the Color Control GX, and most of it's functionality and features are explained in the Color Control Manual here : https://www.victronenergy.com/live/ccgx:start


**CANvu GX:**

  * Data Logger & Control Functions
  * Item IP67 All Round Protection
  * USB connection


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**CANvu GX IO Extender and wiring kit:**

Note; this kit needs to be purchased separately and is always needed. Included in the kit is:

  * CANvu GX IO extender
  * Power cable (supply voltage 8 - 32 VDC, **48V systems REQUIRE a suitable power supply or **[[https://www.victronenergy.com/dc-dc-converters|48VDC to 24VDC downconverter!]])
  * VE.Can cable
  * Ethernet cable
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Features:
  * VE.CAN bus connections
  * CAN bus connections not isolated
  * VE.Bus connection
  * 3x VE.Direct connection
  * 1 Analogue input
  * 1 Digital input
  * 1 Relay output
  * 1 Ethernet Port

Overview of connections
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