Victron Cerbo GX Basics

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In this video, we break down everything you need to know about the Victron Cerbo GX — what each terminal does, how to wire it properly, how it integrates into a DIY camper electrical system, and how to use the Victron VRM Portal to monitor your system from anywhere. Whether you're building your first van or upgrading an existing setup, this guide walks you through the fundamentals so you can install and use the Cerbo GX with confidence. ⚡️ Everything you see in this video is available in our store — tested, proven, and ready for your next build: 📘 Products & Resources Mentioned in This Video: Victron Cerbo GX: https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/monitoring/victron-cerbo-gx/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=victron_cerbo_gx_basics&utm_content=cerbo_gx_product_link Victron GX Touch 70 Screen: https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/victron-gx-touch-70/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=victron_cerbo_gx_basics&utm_content=gx_touch_70_product_link Cerbo GX Wiring Kit: https://shop.explorist.life/shop/all-products/system-monitoring-wiring-kit/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=victron_cerbo_gx_basics&utm_content=cerbo_gx_wiring_kit_link VRM Portal: https://vrm.victronenergy.com/ Cerbo GX User Manual: https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/cerbo-gx#manuals Battery Compatibility List: https://www.victronenergy.com/live/battery_compatibility:start 🛒 Shop Now: https://shop.explorist.life?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=victron_cerbo_gx_basics&utm_content=shop_link 🧰 Need Help Designing Your System? Join our Pro Support Membership for personalized help, system reviews, and direct access to our team: https://shop.explorist.life/prosupportmembership?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=victron_cerbo_gx_basics&utm_content=prosupportmembership_link 🎓 Learn in the EXPLORIST Academy Watch structured lessons, quizzes, and step-by-step training for your DIY electrical system: https://academy.explorist.life/ 🔧 More Helpful Resources for Your Build: DIY Sprinter Camper Van Electrical Install – Full Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01F4QDVJUq0 DIY Camper Solar Wiring Diagrams: https://www.explorist.life/solarwiringdiagrams How to Perform a Power Audit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a406IxiU-Xg Basic Components of an Electrical System: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xuZg4NasCVw How to Cut Wire: https://www.explorist.life/how-to-cut-wire/ How to Strip Wire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca45dL2X4SM How to Crimp Wire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmiX2XW48F8 How to Make MC4 Connectors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFAKK491wj0 How to Wire Solar Panels in Series/Parallel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2H8vpj8rQg How to Crimp Wire Ferrules: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8CHAVmpPFw How to Wire an AC/DC Breaker Panel: https://www.explorist.life/how-to-wire-a-power-distribution-panel/ YOUTUBE PINNED COMMENT 🛒 Shop the Cerbo GX and all components used in this video: https://shop.explorist.life?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=pinned_comment&utm_campaign=victron_cerbo_gx_basics&utm_content=shop_link Need wiring help or a full system review? Join the EXPLORIST Pro Support Membership: https://shop.explorist.life/prosupportmembership?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=pinned_comment&utm_campaign=victron_cerbo_gx_basics&utm_content=prosupportmembership_link ChatGPT can make mistakes. OpenAI doesn't u Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:28 What's In the Box 01:30 CANbus: BMS-Can, VE.Can 02:26 VE.Bus 02:59 USB 03:34 HDMI 04:15 VE.Direct 05:32 Ethernet 05:51 MicroSD 06:05 Tank Sensor Inputs 06:25 Temp Sensor Inputs 06:43 Digital Inputs 06:57 Relay Terminals 07:22 Power Terminal 07:48 Connecting to Power 08:44 Ford Transit With Cerbo GX 10:47 VRM Portal 12:39 Outro