In the modern age of energy management, having precise and reliable battery monitoring is crucial. The Victron SmartShunt 500A is a state-of-the-art battery monitor designed to provide detailed insights into your battery’s performance. This product combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications, including marine, automotive, and off-grid solar power systems. 

Key Features of the SmartShunt 500A

Comprehensive Battery Monitoring Without a Display:
The SmartShunt 500A eliminates the need for a physical display by using your smartphone or tablet as the display through the VictronConnect app. This design minimises clutter and simplifies installation, providing a sleek and efficient solution for battery monitoring.

Seamless Connectivity:
Equipped with Bluetooth, the SmartShunt 500A connects effortlessly to the VictronConnect app on your mobile device. This app offers real-time monitoring and configuration capabilities. Additionally, the device includes a VE.Direct port for integration with GX devices, enabling both local and remote monitoring.

Versatile Auxiliary Monitoring:
The auxiliary connection on the SmartShunt 500A can be used to monitor a second battery, the midpoint of a battery bank, or connect a temperature sensor. This flexibility ensures comprehensive monitoring of your entire battery system.

High Precision and Accuracy:
The SmartShunt 500A provides high accuracy and resolution in its measurements, ensuring precise data that helps optimise battery performance and longevity. Its metrics include:

• Current: ±0.01 A
• Voltage: ±0.01 V
• Amp Hours: ±0.1 Ah
• State of Charge: ±0.1%
• Time to Go: ±1 minute
• Temperature (with sensor): ±1 °C/°F

Technical Specifications

• Supply Voltage Range: 6.5 - 70 VDC
• Current Draw: < 1 mA
• Input Voltage Range (Auxiliary Battery): 6.5 - 70 VDC
• Battery Capacity: 1 - 9999 Ah
• Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +50 °C (-40 to 120 °F)
• Accuracy of Current Measurement: ±0.4%
• Dimensions: 46 x 120 x 54 mm
• Shunt Connection Bolts: M10 

Choosing the right battery monitor involves assessing your specific needs and the SmartShunt 500A’s capabilities. Here are some considerations:

• Simplified Installation and Use: The absence of a physical display reduces wiring complexity and installation time. With your smartphone acting as the display, setup and monitoring are straightforward and user-friendly.
   
• Comprehensive Monitoring Needs: The auxiliary connection feature allows for monitoring multiple aspects of your battery system, such as a second battery or battery bank midpoint, enhancing your ability to maintain optimal battery health.
   
• Remote Monitoring: For those who need to monitor their battery system remotely, the VE.Direct port allows for integration with GX devices, providing access to battery data from anywhere in the world via the Victron VRM portal.

Installation and Usage Steps

• Unboxing and Preparation: Upon receiving your SmartShunt500A, ensure that the package includes the main unit, VE.Direct cable, and the necessary wiring components. Select a dry, well-ventilated location close to your battery system for installation.
   
• Mounting the SmartShunt: The SmartShunt has two 5.5 mm holes for mounting. Secure the unit to a firm surface using appropriate screws or bolts (not included). Refer to the dimension drawings in the manual for precise mounting hole locations.
   
• Making Electrical Connections:
  
  Step 1: Connect the negative battery terminal to the M10 bolt labeled "BATTERY MINUS" on the shunt. Tighten the bolt with a torque of 21 Nm. Ensure no other connections are made on this side to avoid skewing the state of charge calculations.
  
  Step 2: Connect the negative terminal of the electrical system to the M10 bolt labeled "LOAD MINUS" on the shunt. Tighten this bolt similarly. Ensure that the negative connections of all DC loads, inverters, battery chargers, solar chargers, and other charge sources are made after the shunt.
  
  Step 3: Attach the M10 eye terminal of the red cable with the fuse to the positive terminal of the battery. This step powers up the SmartShunt.
  
  Step 4: If using the auxiliary input, connect the respective wires to monitor a second battery, the midpoint of a battery bank, or attach a temperature sensor.
   
• Configuration via VictronConnect App: Download the VictronConnect app from the relevant app store and install it on your smartphone or tablet. Use Bluetooth to pair your device with the SmartShunt. Through the app, you can now configure the device, monitor real-time battery data, and set up various parameters such as battery capacity and charge voltage.
   
• Optional Connections: For extended functionality, connect the SmartShunt to a GX device using a VE.Direct cable. This setup allows for comprehensive system monitoring and remote access via the VRM portal.
   
• Final Checks: Ensure all connections are secure and correctly installed. Test the system by checking the data on the VictronConnect app and verifying that the readings align with expected values.

The Victron SmartShunt 500A is a state-of-the-art battery monitoring solution designed for those who demand accuracy, reliability, and simplicity. Its robust construction, high precision, and versatile connectivity make it a valuable addition to any battery system. By providing comprehensive monitoring capabilities and seamless integration with modern technology, the SmartShunt 500A empowers users to maintain optimal battery health and extend the life of their battery systems. Whether for personal or professional use, this device ensures you have complete control and visibility over your battery performance, making it an indispensable tool in your energy management toolkit.