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--- venus-gx:start [2019-01-22 10:16] – external edit 127.0.0.1
+++ venus-gx:start [2019-07-03 03:47] – [2.2 Accessing 'Remote Console' via the built-in WiFi Access Point] guy_stewart
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 In many ways the **Venus GX (VGX)** and the **Color Control GX (CCGX)** are the same device. They share a lot of hardware, and they run on identical software - our 'Venus OS' - therefore firmware numbering is the same; and new version releases always apply to both devices at the same time.
+As many of the functions of the two devices are identical, the [[ccgx:start|CCGX Manual]] should also be consulted if something is not specifically covered in this VGX manual.
 This manual refers to the latest firmware version. A device connected to the internet will perform new-version updates automatically. Check the latest firmware version [[https://www.victronenergy.com/blog/category/firmware-software/|here.]]
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   - After searching, it will show up in the list:
   - Connect to WiFi using the 'WiFi key' which you will find printed on the side of the box ...and also on a card in the plastic bag - which you should keep in a safe place.
-  - Once connected, navigate to 172.24.24.1
+  - Open VictronConnect, and select the GX device from the Device list
+  - Select Remote Console
+  - If you cannot use VictronConnect, you can use a web browser and navigate to the IP address  172.24.24.1
 Note that for added security it is possible to disable the WiFi Access Point. See Settings -> Wi-Fi -> Create access point.
 **Caution**: Once WiFi Access is disabled the only way to get it back is by using 'Remote Console' on VRM -which requires a working internet connection; or via 'Remote Console' on LAN which requires a working network connection (but no internet).
 ==== 2.3 Finding the IP address ====
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 After that the LED will be blinking green continually.
-=== Factory re-install ===
-During a forced factory re-install - a very uncommon operation - the LED has these definitions:
-  * Off: No action is being taken.
-  * Red blinking: Re-install in progress.
-  * Green illuminated: Re-install complete.
-  * Red illuminated: Error.
 ==== 3.2 Small button located to the right of the green 14-Terminal Connector Block====
-This button has no function allocated at present.
+There is at the moment no functions to the button.
 ===== 4. Digital Inputs =====
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 ==== 4.1. Wiring details ====
 The inputs are non-isolated. They operate at 3V3 levels, and can withstand up to 5V input. Each input has an internal 10k pull-up resistor to 3V3. We recommend wiring it to a potential free relay or otherwise open collector/optocoupler output.
+{{:venus-gx:venus_digital_input.jpg?nolink&500|}}
 ^ RJ12 pinout ^ Input  ^
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 See [[:venus-os:start#products_running_venus_os]]
-===== 6. More information =====
+===== 6. Factory reset =====
+There is no factory reset option in the Venus GX.
+With regards to locking one-self out, the details:
+  * The built-in WiFi Access Point is by default enabled, it can be disabled. And its not possible to change the WiFi password.
+  * Remote Console on LAN is by default enabled. It can be disabled in the GUI, but a reboot will always re-enable it. It is possible to change the password (and thereby locking one-self out).
+  * Remote Console on VRM is by default enabled, can be disabled.
+  * Ethernet IP Addressing
+=== Reconnect via Ethernet - DCHP or known manually configured IP Address ===
+With above functionality in mind, the only real way to lock one self out completely is by changing the password of the Remote Console function, and then forgetting that. As long as that is not the case, its always possible to connect the device to an Ethernet network. In the (most common situation) that the Ethernet settings have been left at DHCP; then use VictronConnect to find the GX Device on the network.
+{{:venus-gx:venus_gx_victronconnect_copy.jpg?direct&400|}}
+=== Reconnect via Ethernet - unknown manually configured IP Address ===
+If the Ethernet settings have been changed to a manual IP address, and the details of that are no longer available; then its still possible to recover the connection. Using a feature called link-local addressing. Which we added in v2.30.
+The Venus GX always maintains two IP addresses on its ethernet interface: the DHCP/manual one, and a Link-local address.
+To connect to the link local address, connect a computer and the Venus GX together (with an ethernet cable); make sure there is no router or DHCP server in the same network. And wait for your computer to obtain a link local address: 169.254.x.x. Then run VictronConnect again. In case the computer does not obtain a link local address by itself, you can also configure it your self. Set your Ethernet interface to manual ip address mode, address 169.254.1.1, subnet 255.255.0.0, and leave all other fields empty.
+=== Improvement coming ===
+This functionality is due for an improvement, a real Factory reset is coming. In the mean time, in case all above doesn't work and you are locked-out, contact your dealer for a replacement.
+===== 7. More information =====
   * [[:ccgx:start]]