Venus OS 3.60 – Switch panel, boat mode and more improvements

Venus OS for Victron GX devices has today been updated to version 3.60. The new version introduces several exciting interface improvements, important bug fixes, and smart features under the hood. Before you read on – feel free to check out our image overview of the new features.

New Switching Panel

One of the biggest additions is the new switching panel, providing quick access to lighting control, loads, and other functions – whether in vehicles, boats, or stationary systems. You can open the panel using a button at the top left of the new user interface (New UI).

Currently, the Energy Solutions DC4 SmartSwitch with four channels is supported, but more compatible devices from other manufacturers are on the way.

Improvements for Marine Users

Improved MFD App: The HTML5 app for marine multifunction displays (MFD) has been updated with better image quality, especially on high-resolution screens like Garmin 9000. Night Mode: A new night mode with red-tinted lighting makes it easier on the eyes during nighttime operation.

Electric Boat View: A new dedicated page for electric boats shows speed, RPM, power consumption, and battery status.

Tank Display in Brief Page: You can now choose to display specific tanks as ring gauges – for example, both day tank and total volume simultaneously.

Backup and Restore for VE.Bus

The GX device can now create backups of VE.Bus configurations and automatically restore them when replacing devices – perfect for redundant installations. This feature also allows quick switching between configuration profiles when needed.

Extended Battery Compatibility

Venus OS now supports automatic DVCC configuration for batteries from Sunwoda and Soluna. Both have been tested and are fully integrated into the system.

Temperature Control for NG Batteries

For those who camp in winter or sail in cold waters: the GX device can now control heating and cooling of Victron NG batteries via relays. This requires a Lynx Smart BMS NG and temperature data via the CAN bus. Other batteries that transmit temperature data are also supported.

PV Inverter Limiter

GX devices now support inverter limitation using the Sunspec™ protocol (model 123 or 704). This includes support for zero feed-in and dynamic power control. Known compatible brands include SMA, SolarEdge, Kostal, and Enphase.

Redesigned Settings Menu

The menu in the new interface has been redesigned with improved navigation, new main categories, and “breadcrumbs” at the top so you can easily see where you are and quickly jump back to the right place.

New Page: Modification Control

A new overview page under Settings > General shows whether the system has been modified – for example, when adding custom battery drivers or SSH keys. From here you can restore firmware, disable modifications, or update the system online.

Node-RED and Virtual Devices

Node-RED has received several improvements:

• Create virtual devices (batteries, inverters, tanks, GPS, engines, etc.) that fully integrate with the GX system and appear on the VRM portal.

• Control relays on MPPT chargers directly from Node-RED.

• More efficient communication reduces CPU load.

New Hardware: GX IO-Extender 150

The new GX IO-Extender 150 offers more I/O options:

• 2 bistable relays

• 1 solid-state relay

• 2 digital I/O (4-way)

• 4 PWM outputs

Perfect for system integrators with complex needs.

Bug Fixes and Other Improvements

• Cerbo GX MK2 and GX LTE: Stability improvements for VE.Can port and IPv6.

• Orion XS: Can now be used as a standard DC-DC converter, not only as a charger.

• ESS Updates: Better handling of PV production and SOC optimization.

• New VRM Button in the Interface: Add the device to VRM directly from the remote console.

• Generator Control: New condition based on tank level – helps prevent air entering the system.

• Increased Feed-in Limit: Now above 32 kW.

• Improved Dynamic Control in ESS for deviations between forecast and actual production.