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VE.Direct LoRaWAN module manual
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VE.Direct LoRaWAN module manual
NOTICE: Software Update
All units with versions earlier than v1.05 have been recalled for a free software update; due to the
issue that they stop transmitting after a while. How long it takes before they stop transmitting varies;
and is typically between 12 and 60 days.
You can find your version number in the VRM portal. Go to your installation → open device list in the
left menu → unfold the gateway tab and find the firmware version.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a VE.Direct LoRaWAN module. It allows you to connect other Victron
equipment, such as your Battery Monitor (BMV); Solar Charger; or Phoenix Inverter, to the Victron
Remote Management (VRM Portal) portal. The portal is available to use free of charge, and from it you
can view the status of your installation from anywhere in the world using your desktop device or
mobile phone.
LoRaWAN radio frequencies and coverage
warning: LoRaWAN Coverage The “The Things Network” LoRaWAN network is not a commercial
network. Public gateways are maintained by the community and coverage can not be guaranteed.
The VE.Direct LoRaWAN (Long Range wide area network) module is essentially a radio transmitter
which broadcasts data (in this instance information about the status of your Victron installation) to a
nearby Internet of Things (IoT) gateway. The gateway should be within about 2km of your location if
you live in a town, but could be as far away as 15km if you live in a rural location. This device uses
infrastructure provided by 'The Things Network'. Their network of gateways is constantly expanding
and you can check coverage in your area here:
https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/map
tip: Add your own gateway You can even expand the TTN IoT infrastructure to your area by
establishing a new gateway. The hardware cost would be a few hundred Euro's, and you would need a
power supply and an internet connection.
Recommended LoRaWAN gateways
https://www.lorixone.io/en/products
You can follow this great guide on how to setup for the The Things Network:
https://www.thethingsnetwork.org/labs/story/install-awesome-lorix-one-gateway
