VE.Can to NMEA 2000 Micro-C Male Cable 5m (ASS030520410)

The Victron ASS030520410 is a specialized 5-meter VE.Direct to USB interface cable designed to bridge the gap between Victron Energy power components and a computer or GX-series communication center. This 16.4-foot cable contains internal electronics that convert the proprietary VE.Direct signal into a standard USB-A format, allowing for high-speed data transmission and system configuration.

Functional Purpose and Utility

This interface cable is an essential tool for system commissioning and advanced monitoring. By connecting a VE.Direct-enabled device to a PC or Mac running VictronConnect software, users can perform deep-level programming that is not always possible through a standard display. This includes updating firmware, customizing charging algorithms for specific battery chemistries, and analyzing stored historical data. It is compatible with a wide range of hardware, including:

• SmartSolar and BlueSolar MPPT Charge Controllers.

• BMV-700 and BMV-712 Battery Monitors.

• Phoenix Inverters equipped with a VE.Direct port.

• Blue Smart IP22 and IP65 Chargers.

System Expansion and Integration

In addition to PC-based configuration, the ASS030520410 is frequently used to expand the capacity of monitoring hubs like the Cerbo GX. When the native VE.Direct ports on a controller are fully occupied, this USB interface allows users to utilize the controller's open USB ports to add more solar chargers or battery monitors to the network. It also provides a stable, wired connection for Android devices that support USB On-The-Go (OTG), offering an alternative to Bluetooth in environments with high wireless interference.

Design and Build Quality

• Length: 5 meters (16.4 feet), providing significant reach for larger installations where the power hardware and the monitoring station are located in different areas of a vessel or vehicle.

• Signal Protection: The cable is shielded to maintain data integrity and prevent signal corruption from electromagnetic interference generated by nearby high-current power lines.

• Reliable Connection: It features a molded USB-A housing and a 4-pin VE.Direct connector designed for a secure, vibration-resistant fit in mobile and marine applications.

• Active Electronics: Unlike a passive data cord, this cable contains an integrated chipset to handle the active signal conversion required for Victron's communication protocol.

Operational Note

This cable is specifically designed for data communication and does not provide power to the connected VE.Direct component. It is a one-way interface intended for use with the Victron ecosystem and is not a universal USB-to-serial adapter.

R2026-3