The charge mode and charge current limit most appropriate for the battery type and capacity can be selected using the MODE button on the Blue Smart IP65 Charger.
To setup using the charger:
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Press (and release) the MODE button on the Blue Smart IP65 Charger to cycle through and select the most appropriate integrated charge mode (Normal, Normal + Recondition, High, High + Recondition or Li-ion).
Ensure that recondition stage is only enabled when required, as unnecessary or overuse will reduce battery life.
The LED beside the currently selected charge mode (NORMAL / HIGH / LI-ION) will be illuminated, as well as the RECONDITION LED if enabled.
If the maximum rated charge current is excessive, enable low current mode (charge current limited to a significantly reduced level - varies per model, refer to 'Technical specifications' section for more information). To enable (or disable) low current mode depress and hold down the MODE button on the Blue Smart IP65 Charger for 3 seconds; when enabled the selected charge mode LED (NORMAL / HIGH / LI-ION) will blink.
All settings are stored and will not be lost when the charger is disconnected from mains power or the battery.
Notice
To ensure proper charging, battery longevity and safe operation it is important to select a charge mode appropriate for the battery type and capacity being charged; refer to the 'Operation > Charge modes' section and the battery manufacturer’s recommendations for more information.
The charge mode and charge current limit most appropriate for the battery type and capacity can also be selected using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) with the VictronConnect app.
For further information about the VictonConnect app refer to the VictronConnect manual.
To setup using Bluetooth:
Download and install the VictronConnect app onto the Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet).
The VictronConnect app can be downloaded from the following locations:
Android - Google Play Store
iOS/Mac - Apple App Store
Windows and other - Victron Energy website > Downloads > Software
Enable Bluetooth on the Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) if not already enabled, but do not attempt to pair with the Blue Smart IP65 Charger.
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Open the VictronConnect app and locate the Blue Smart IP65 Charger in the Device list Local page, under Other devices.
In case the Blue Smart IP65 Charger does not automatically appear, ensure that the mobile phone or tablet has Bluetooth enabled and is within close range, then perform a manual scan for devices by selecting the Scan button (round orange button with circular arrow) in the bottom right corner.
Select the Blue Smart IP65 Charger from the Device list Local page, under Other devices.
VictronConnect will attempt to establish a Bluetooth connection with the Blue Smart IP65 Charger and display the connection progress in the Connecting pop-up dialog box.
When attempting to establish a Bluetooth connection with a new/unpaired device, the Bluetooth pairing request pop-up dialog box will appear after a short delay; enter the default PIN code stated on a label located on the back of the charger (or try 000000 if there is no default PIN code label), then select Pair.
Select the Settings icon (gear in the top right corner) to access the Settings page.
Select the most appropriate integrated charge mode (Normal, Normal + Recondition, High, High + Recondition or Li-ion) from the Charge preset menu.
Ensure that recondition stage is only enabled when required, as unnecessary or overuse will reduce battery life.
If the maximum rated charge current is excessive, enable low current mode (charge current limited to a significantly reduced level - varies per model, refer to the 'Technical specifications' section for more information). To enable (or disable) low current mode select the required option from the Charge current menu; when enabled the selected charge mode LED (NORMAL / HIGH / LI-ION) will blink.
All settings are stored and will not be lost when the charger is disconnected from mains power or the battery.
Notice
To ensure proper charging, battery longevity and safe operation it is important to select a charge mode appropriate for the battery type and capacity being charged; refer to the 'Operation > Charge modes' section and the battery manufacturers recommendations for more information.
To prevent unauthorised Bluetooth connections, it is highly recommended to change the default PIN code to a unique PIN code that that offers a greater level of security.
The Bluetooth PIN code can be changed using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) with the VictronConnect app.
To change the Bluetooth PIN code:
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet), open the VictronConnect app and locate the Blue Smart IP65 Charger in the Device list Local page, then connect to the device (the default PIN code is stated on a label located on the back of the charger, or try 000000 if there is no label).
Select the Settings icon (gear in the top right corner) to access the Settings page.
Select the Device options icon (three vertical dots in the top right corner) to access the Device options dropdown menu.
Select Product info from the dropdown menu to access the Product info page.
Select CHANGE in the Pin code field to open the Change PIN code pop-up dialog box.
Enter the current PIN code and the desired new PIN code (twice), then select OK; avoid using a simple PIN code that is easy for someone else to guess, such as 123456.
After a short delay a pop-up dialog box will appear confirming that the Bluetooth PIN code has been successfully changed.
The Bluetooth PIN code has now been changed to the new PIN code.
Notice
During this procedure:
The Bluetooth PIN code is changed to the new PIN code
Bluetooth pairing information is not cleared
Accordingly Bluetooth pairing with the device (mobile phone or tablet) used to change the PIN code is unaffected, however it is necessary to unpair any other devices (mobile phones or tablets) previously paired with the Blue Smart IP65 Charger and establish a new Bluetooth pairing.
If the PIN code is forgotten/lost or does not work, it can be reset to 000000 (not the default PIN code stated on the label) using the MODE button on the charger or a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) with the VictronConnect app.
To reset the Bluetooth PIN code:
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Depress and hold down the MODE button on the Blue Smart IP65 Charger for 10 seconds.
After 10 seconds have elapsed all charge mode LEDs will blink twice to indicate that the Bluetooth PIN code has been successfully reset.
The Bluetooth PIN code has now been reset to 000000.
Notice
During this procedure:
The Bluetooth PIN code is reset to 000000 (not the default PIN code stated on the label)
Bluetooth pairing information is cleared
Accordingly it is necessary to unpair all devices (mobile phones or tablets) previously paired with the Blue Smart IP65 Charger and establish a new Bluetooth pairing.
To reset the Bluetooth PIN code:
Locate the PUK code stated on a label located on the back of the charger and record it for use later.
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet), open the VictronConnect app and locate the Blue Smart IP65 Charger in the Device list Local page.
Select the Device options icon (three vertical dots on the right side of the description) to access the dropdown menu.
Select Reset PIN code from the dropdown menu to open the Reset PIN code pop-up dialog box.
Enter the PUK code (recorded earlier) and select OK.
A pop-up dialog box with the text "Busy" will be displayed while the Bluetooth PIN code is being reset.
After a short delay a pop-up dialog box will appear confirming that the Bluetooth PIN code has been successfully reset; select OK to exit into the VictronConnect Device list LOCAL page.
The Bluetooth PIN code has now been reset to 000000.
Notice
During this procedure:
The Bluetooth PIN code is reset to 000000 (not the default PIN code stated on the label)
Bluetooth pairing information is not cleared
Accordingly Bluetooth pairing with the device (mobile phone or tablet) used to reset the PIN code is unaffected, however it is necessary to unpair any other devices (mobile phones or tablets) previously paired with the Blue Smart IP65 Charger and establish a new Bluetooth pairing.
If required, Bluetooth communication can be totally disabled using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) with the VictronConnect app.
Typically, there is no need to disable Bluetooth since unauthorised access is protected with a PIN code, but certain situations may warrant it for an even higher level of security or in highly specialised installations where the Bluetooth radio frequency is undesirable.
To disable Bluetooth:
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet), open the VictronConnect app and locate the Blue Smart IP65 Charger in the Device list Local page, then connect to the device (the default PIN code is stated on a label located on the back of the charger, or try 000000 if there is no label).
Select the Settings icon (gear in the top right corner) to access the Settings page.
Select the Device options icon (three vertical dots in the top right corner) to access the Device options dropdown menu.
Select Product info from the dropdown menu to access the Product info page.
Select DISABLE in the Bluetooth field to open the Disable Bluetooth pop-up dialog box.
Read the warning message, then tick the checkbox and select OK to proceed.
End the current Bluetooth session by exiting into the VictronConnect Device list Local page, a final pop-up dialog box will appear when attempting to exit. Read the warning message, then select OK to proceed.
Bluetooth operation has now been disabled, but can be re-enabled again.
Bluetooth communication can be re-enabled using the MODE button on the charger.
To re-enable Bluetooth:
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Depress and hold down the MODE button on the Blue Smart IP65 Charger for 10 seconds.
After 10 seconds have elapsed all charge mode LEDs will blink twice to indicate that Bluetooth operation has been successfully enabled.
Bluetooth operation has now been re-enabled.
Notice
During this procedure:
Bluetooth operation is re-enabled
The Bluetooth PIN code is reset to 000000 (not the default PIN code stated on the label)
Bluetooth pairing information is cleared
Accordingly it is necessary to unpair all devices (mobile phones or tablets) previously paired with the Blue Smart IP65 Charger and establish a new Bluetooth pairing.
The Blue Smart IP65 Charger firmware can be automatically updated using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) with the VictronConnect app.
The latest product firmware is embedded within the VictronConnect app and loaded to the Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) when the VictronConnect app is installed/updated, accordingly the VictronConnect app will include the latest product Firmware as as long as it is kept up to date, and no internet connection is required during the firmware update process.
Settings and operational history are preserved during a firmware update; no additional re-configuration is necessary after completion of a firmware update.
There are two levels of automated firmware update:
Optional: The new firmware update is optional, but recommended to obtain the latest improvements and features.
Mandatory: The new firmware update is mandatory, typically because the new firmware contains a critical improvement or operational fix. Settings will be locked and inaccessible until the firmware is updated.
To update firmware automatically:
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet), open the VictronConnect app and locate the Blue Smart IP65 Charger in the Device list Local page, then connect to the device (the default PIN code is stated on a label located on the back of the charger, or try 000000 if there is no label).
When a firmware update is available, notification is provided via an exclamation mark within an orange circle positioned over the Setting icon (gear in the top right corner); select the Settings icon to access the Settings page.
Refer to the dialog box at the top of the Settings page to determine the level/urgency of the firmware update available, then select UPDATE to access the Firmware update page.
Refer to the current and new firmware versions stated at the top of the Firmware update page, then select Update to proceed.
The firmware update will commence and a progress bar will be displayed within the Firmware update page.
Ensure that the Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) remains close to the Blue Smart IP65 Charger until the firmware update is complete and avoid using the device during this period; be patient as the firmware update may take several minutes to complete.
If the firmware update does fail for some reason, a notification with the failure reason will be provided within the Firmware update page; select Continue to exit into the VictronConnect Device list Local page and re-attempt the firmware update.
Confirmation that the firmware has been successfully updated and the new firmware version will be provided within the Firmware update page when the firmware update is complete; select Continue to exit into the VictronConnect Device list Local page.
The firmware has now been updated.
Updating firmware manually is typically not required but there are some rare circumstances when it may be necessary, such as:
Updating to a new firmware version that has just been released and is available for download via the Victron Professional Portal, but not included in the VictronConnect app version currently available; alternatively wait for the next VictronConnect app version to be released
Updating to an unreleased beta firmware version for testing purposes
Updating to an unreleased special firmware version provided by Victron
Downgrading to an older firmware version, typically for troubleshooting/comparative purposes
To update firmware manually:
Using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) with the VictronConnect app installed, access the required firmware file (.xup file extension) via a file browser, file hosting service/application, collaboration service/application, or email service/application and directly open the file (if prompted, select Open with VictronConnect).
After a short delay the VictronConnnect app will automatically open and then a pop-up dialog box will appear confirming that the firmware file has been successfully loaded into the Firmware library; if the VictronConnect app does not open and/or the pop-up dialog box does not appear try a different method to access the file.
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Using the same Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet), open the VictronConnect app (if not already open) and locate the Blue Smart IP65 Charger in the Device list Local page, then connect to the device (the default PIN code is stated on a label located on the back of the charger, or try 000000 if there is no label).
Select the Settings icon (gear in the top right corner) to access the Settings page.
Select the Device options icon (three vertical dots in the top right corner) to access the Device options dropdown menu.
Select Product info from the dropdown menu to access the Product info page.
Select MANUAL UPDATE in the Firmware field to open the Firmware library page.
Select the Blue Smart IP65 Charger firmware file that has just been manually loaded from the the Firmware library page (if multiple firmware versions have been manually loaded, ensure the correct version is selected) to access the Firmware update page.
If no firmware files are listed within the the Firmware library page, the Firmware file previously loaded is likely not compatible with the specific Blue Smart IP65 Charger model or hardware version being updated.
Due to this mechanism it is not possible to update with a non-compatible firmware file; if there is uncertainty about which firmware file is correct for the specific Blue Smart IP65 Charger model being updated, multiple firmware files can be safely loaded.
Refer to the current and new firmware versions stated at the top of the Firmware update page, then select Update to proceed.
The firmware update will commence and a progress bar will be displayed within the Firmware update page.
Ensure that the Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) remains close to the Blue Smart IP65 Charger until the firmware update is complete and avoid using the device during this period; be patient as the firmware update may take several minutes to complete.
If the firmware update does fail for some reason, a notification with the failure reason will be provided within the Firmware update page; select Continue to exit into the VictronConnect Device list Local page and re-attempt the firmware update.
Confirmation that the firmware has been successfully updated and the new firmware version will be provided within the Firmware update page when the firmware update is complete; select Continue to exit into the VictronConnect Device list Local page.
The firmware has now been updated.
If required, all Blue Smart IP65 Charger settings can be reset/restored to factory defaults using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet) with the VictronConnect app.
Note this operation does not reset any Bluetooth related settings, such as the Bluetooth PIN code or pairing information.
To reset all settings to factory defaults:
Connect the Blue Smart IP65 Charger AC power cable to a mains power outlet; after a short delay the TEST LED will begin to blink, until the charger determines if the battery will successfully accept charge (for up to 2 minutes).
Using a Bluetooth enabled device (mobile phone or tablet), open the VictronConnect app and locate the Blue Smart IP65 Charger in the Device list Local page, then connect to the device (the default PIN code is stated on a label located on the back of the charger, or try 000000 if there is no label).
Select the Settings icon (gear in the top right corner) to access the Settings page.
Select the Device options icon (three vertical dots in the top right corner) to access the Device options dropdown menu.
Select Reset to defaults from the dropdown menu to open the Restore device pop-up dialog box.
Read the warning message, then select Yes to proceed.
All settings have now been reset/restored to factory defaults.