Description
Digital Yacht veKonvert NMEA 2000 Gateway | Boat Supply Store
Streamline your vessel's electrical system monitoring by integrating compatible Victron devices directly into your established NMEA 2000 network. This gateway facilitates the display of essential battery and solar charge controller parameters, including voltage, current, state of charge, and estimated time to depletion, directly on your multi-function display. For offshore anglers on the Texas coast needing real-time battery status while managing trolling motors, this device provides critical data without the need for multiple disparate displays.
Key Features
- Integrates Victron VE.Direct devices into NMEA 2000 networks
- Monitors battery and solar charge controller data on MFDs
- Displays voltage, charge/discharge current, SoC, and time to depletion
- Self-powers directly from the NMEA 2000 bus
- Generates NMEA 2000 alerts from BMV or SmartShunt alarms
- Supports multiple SmartShunts for comprehensive battery management
- Automatically detects connected Victron devices
- Provides a lower-cost alternative to more complex integration modules
Specifications
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| NMEA 2000 Interface | Universal Gateway |
| Victron Compatibility | VE.Direct devices (BMV, SmartShunt, MPPT) |
| Data Displayed | Battery Voltage, Current, State of Charge, Time to Depletion |
| Power Source | NMEA 2000 Bus |
| Alert Generation | Yes (from BMV/SmartShunt) |
| Multiple SmartShunt Support | Yes |
Who This Is For
Boaters seeking to consolidate Victron battery monitoring and solar charge controller data into their existing NMEA 2000 navigation systems. Boat builders looking for a straightforward method to integrate essential electrical system metrics onto multi-function displays.
How It Compares
| Feature | Digital Yacht veKonvert NMEA 2000 Gateway | Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Function | VE.Direct to NMEA 2000 Gateway | System Hub with Integrated Display, Analog to NMEA 2000 Converter |
| Victron VE.Direct Compatibility | Yes | Yes, No |
| NMEA 2000 Output | Yes | Yes, Yes |
| Integrated Display | No | Yes, No |
Common Concerns Answered
Is this a universal NMEA 2000 converter?
No, the veKonvert is specifically designed to interface Victron devices with a VE.Direct port into an NMEA 2000 network. It is not a universal NMEA 2000 converter for all marine electronics.
Do I need a separate display for this device?
Yes, the veKonvert requires a compatible NMEA 2000 Multi-Function Display (MFD) to view the integrated battery and solar charge controller data. The device itself does not have a screen.
Will this simplify my existing setup?
Yes, for boaters using compatible Victron devices, the veKonvert simplifies setup by consolidating critical electrical data onto a single NMEA 2000 display, eliminating the need for multiple interfaces or separate monitoring screens.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Victron devices is the Digital Yacht veKonvert compatible with?
The veKonvert is compatible with Victron devices featuring a VE.Direct interface, specifically the BMV battery monitors, SmartShunts, and MPPT Solar Charge Controllers.
Can I connect multiple SmartShunts to the veKonvert?
Yes, the veKonvert supports multiple SmartShunts, allowing for comprehensive monitoring of multi-battery systems.
Does the veKonvert require external power?
No, the veKonvert is self-powered directly from the NMEA 2000 bus, simplifying installation and eliminating the need for additional power wiring.
What NMEA 2000 PGNs does the veKonvert output?
The veKonvert automatically adjusts its NMEA 2000 data output based on the detected Victron device, outputting relevant PGNs for battery status and solar charging information to your NMEA 2000 network.
Is the veKonvert compatible with Victron chargers and inverters?
No, the veKonvert is not compatible with Victron Chargers, Inverters, Multiplus, Quattro, or Cerbo devices. It is limited to VE.Direct compatible devices like BMV, SmartShunt, and MPPT controllers.
