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--- battery_compatibility:pylontech_phantom [2026-05-18 07:31] – guy_stewart
+++ battery_compatibility:pylontech_phantom [2026-10-12 04:01] (current) – guy_stewart
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 It is essential to use the CAN-bus connection of the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] (e.g. Cerbo GX) - this communicates the keep-alive signal, charge and discharge limits, error codes and state of charge (SOC %) between the batteries and the system.
-For new systems, the minimum required firmware version for the [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/venus-os:start|GX Device (e.g. Cerbo GX ]] is v2.42. It is highly recommended to use the latest firmware version on all connected devices, including the GX device Inverter/Charger and MPPTs. There are regular updates to improve performance and reliability.
+For new systems, the minimum required firmware version for the [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/venus-os:start|GX Device (e.g. Cerbo GX ]] is v3.50. It is highly recommended to use the latest firmware version on all connected devices, including the GX device Inverter/Charger and MPPTs. There are regular updates to improve performance and reliability.
 Legacy systems installed with v2.15 can continue to be used without upgrade as long as they do not present any issues.
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 __MPPTs with a VE.Direct port__
-MPPTs are controlled via the [[venus-os:start|GX device]]. Make sure the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] runs v2.15 or later, and the MPPTs to 1.37 or the latest available version.
+MPPTs are controlled via the [[venus-os:start|GX device]]. Make sure the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] runs at least the minimum version in section 1.2, and the MPPTs to 1.37 or the latest available version.
 The MPPT requires connection to the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] to regulate charge currents as the batteries require (due to temperature, etc)
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 === Manual Configuration ===
+Only for legacy systems with GX firmware before v2.80.
 On the [[venus-os:start|GX device]],
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 ===== 7. Example Wiring Diagram =====
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 ===== 8. Troubleshooting =====
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 If its not visible, check:
-  * [[venus-os:start|GX device]] firmware version (update to latest version, v2.15 or later)
+  * [[venus-os:start|GX device]] firmware version (update to the latest version; section 1.2 gives the minimum)
   * CAN-bus communication cabling between Pylontech and Victron system. Make sure that it is in the right way around.
   * Pylontech system is up and running (LEDs are on)
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 === Step 3. Check the Pylontech manual ===
-The Pylontech manual contains additional diagnostic and troubleshooting information, specifically around decoding any indicator LEDs.
+The Pylontech manual contains additional diagnostic and troubleshooting information, specifically around
+decoding any indicator LEDs.
 ===== 9. FAQ and Known Issues=====