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venus-os:remote_ve.bus_firmware_updates [2021-04-20 09:53] – [2.5 Have the latest VEConfigure Tools] iburgervenus-os:remote_ve.bus_firmware_updates [2023-10-04 11:03] (current) – Add exception for Multi/Quattro with VE.Bus BMS V2 sloges
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 There is no limitation on the type of system: single unit systems, parallel, split-phase, three-phase and also large systems of 6, 9 and more inverters can all be updated remotely using this feature. There is no limitation on the type of system: single unit systems, parallel, split-phase, three-phase and also large systems of 6, 9 and more inverters can all be updated remotely using this feature.
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 +It is not required to keep your Victron equipment updated to the latest firmware version. Stable systems should be left with their current firmware. Firmware updates should only be done when it is recommended to fix an issue you are experiencing, or add a new feature that is required by the installation.
  
 ==== 1.2 Limitations and requirements ==== ==== 1.2 Limitations and requirements ====
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 ==== 2.2 Disconnect VE.Bus BMS and/or Digital Multi Control ==== ==== 2.2 Disconnect VE.Bus BMS and/or Digital Multi Control ====
  
-It is not possible to update a VE.Bus inverter, or inverter/charger in case there is also a VE.Bus BMS or Digital Multi Control (DMC) connected to the VE.Bus network.+It is not possible to update a VE.Bus inverter, or inverter/charger in case there is also a VE.Bus BMS or Digital Multi Control (DMC) connected to the VE.Bus network.  
 +This exception does not apply to a MultiPlus or Quattro with VE.Bus BMS V2. In such systems, a remote firmware update of the VE.Bus inverter or inverter/charger is possible.
  
 Error 734, “Cannot update with DMC or VE.Bus BMS connected” will be shown during the process when attempting to update such system. No settings or firmware is altered at the time, the system will remain operational. Error 734, “Cannot update with DMC or VE.Bus BMS connected” will be shown during the process when attempting to update such system. No settings or firmware is altered at the time, the system will remain operational.
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 Not having the latest version of VEConfigure Tools installed will result in an error when opening the file. Not having the latest version of VEConfigure Tools installed will result in an error when opening the file.
-===== 3. Procedure =====+ 
 +===== 3. Step by Step Procedure Video =====
  
 The inverter/charger is the heart of a Victron power system. Before continuing, make sure to fully understand the process.  The inverter/charger is the heart of a Victron power system. Before continuing, make sure to fully understand the process. 
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 ==== 3.3 Second stage - converting and restoring configuration ==== ==== 3.3 Second stage - converting and restoring configuration ====
  
-Convert the settings template by opening it in VE.Bus System Configurator. Do make sure you have the latest version installed.+Make sure you have the latest version of the [[https://www.victronenergy.com.au/Executables/VEConfig/VECSetup_B.exe|VE.Bus configuration tools]] installed.
  
-Nextupload it to the systemUse the VRM Device List -> Remote VEConfigure menu. This step will also restore the charge voltages.+The settings template will need to be converted. It should be a .RVMS file in your download folder (it is saved during the update procedure). Open it by double clicking. If the VE.Bus tools are correctly installed, it will then open in VE.Bus System Configurator, and prompt you about the conversion 
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 +Close VEConfigure (X on upper right of the window), which will automatically prompt saving that converted file: 
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 +{{ :venus-os:veconfigure_save_remote_file.png?nolink&600 |}} 
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 +Now upload the converted file. On the VRM Portal, go to the Device List -> Remote VEConfigure menu -> 'Upload' the converted file. 
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 +This step will restore the charge voltage and all other configuration settings as they were programmed prior to the firmware update.
  
 ===== 5. Error codes & trouble shooting ===== ===== 5. Error codes & trouble shooting =====
 +=== Error 733 ===
 +This error is generated by the updater logic on the GX device. It show the reason why a firmware update failed. The Error 733 message box will contain an error message with or without a code.  
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 +The most common reasons are:
 +^ Message ^ Description ^ 
 +| vbdup failed with exit code 54  | Failed to start Update. The file has an incompatible version number. \\ Please update your Venus OS version to the latest version | 
 +| vbdup failed with exit code 123 | One or more firmware file(s) supplied do not match the connected device models. |
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 === Error 1342 - Not updatable === === Error 1342 - Not updatable ===
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