Victron 150|100 Review and Test - For Beginners!

In this video, I do a comprehensive review and test of the Victron 150|100 SmartSolar charge controller with Bluetooth.

This video is intended for beginners, so I have explained everything in detail. I show how to connect the battery and PV array to the charge controller. I also show how to calculate the max PV input power for the unit.

For testing, we will charge a 12V, 24V and 48V battery with the same unit and then show a side-by-side comparison while explaining how input volts are related to charge amps output.

I also cover installing the optional display as well as show how to configure the battery type or charge profile. Clipping and Over paneling are topics also covered in this video. Victron allows for up to 30% Over paneling and I show how the unit deals with it.

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Key topics included in this video:

0:00
0:08 - Intro
1:50 - Install Display
2:22 - Features I Like
3:50 - Install Battery and PV Cables
4:37 - How to Set the Battery Type
5:38 - Configure Solar Array
5:55 - How to Check VOC on PV Array
6:30 - Test 12 Volt Charging
9:16 - Test 24 Volt Charging
11:16 - Test 48 Volt Charging
12:47 - Side-by-Side Charging Comparison
13:33 - How to Calculate Max PV Input
15:13 - Over Paneling and Clipping
15:53 - Conclusion

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** PDF Manuals and Datasheet **

SmartSolar Datasheet
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SmartSolar User Manual
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SmartSolar Control Display Manual
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Contact Information:
I am not available for personal solar system consult!

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