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    ABYC certification classes/tests

    They have two designations Advisor and Technician. After passing the test there is a work verification form that you fill out (2 years or work I believe) if you want the Technician designation, else you get the Advisor designation. I'm the same as you in that I don't work on boats for...
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    ABYC certification classes/tests

    You'll want to go directly to the ABYC website and not any other source. The test was hard but if you understand the content it's not that bad. I recently did the self study and online proctor-u test route and passed just fine. I looked into the online classes but they just didn't fit my...
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    Upgrade to inverter/charger system Victron??

    Actually you can program the multicontrollers through the Venus OS ie color control. You basically create the configuration file with the same software used n the dongle method and upload through the web interface, no dongle required. Also not sure what connection between multi and solar is...
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    Xantrex out...Victron in

    Sounds like you have what you need. The VE.Bus to USB is really required to configure these as the dip switch option isn't very friendly. I do think that there is a better document, but here's the link I used that describes the basic setup. This doc talks about LifePO but ignoring that the...
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    Xantrex out...Victron in

    With the setup in the original diagram yes there are multiple ways to auto-start a generator. The BMV can do this. The Cerbo (VenusOS) can do this. The MultiPlus can also be configured to do this.
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    Xantrex out...Victron in

    Looks good... very similar to what I have setup. In hind sight I'm not sure I'd get the multi control panel again, in fact I may pull it out of my system if I can figure out what to put in that hole. I've added separate switches to turn on/off which gives me more flexibility in turning on/off...
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    Xantrex out...Victron in

    So maybe it's too much for you to setup but to be clear the multiplus can do what you want by connecting simple on/off switches to the Aux-1 and Aux-2 inputs. Then yes you do need to load an assistant in the configuration software to tell it what you want those aux inputs to do, but it's not...
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    How can I add labels for switches

    Did you order custom labels, and if so may I ask where you got them? I've had a bit of trouble finding a source. Blue Sea told me they were not taking order directly and to call one of their distributors but a couple I've called have not been able to help either.
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    How can I add labels for switches

    I've recently been working on a new panel. Using a Dymo Rhino. Lots of options with fonts and fixed or variable sizing as well as types of tapes to print on. Yes, you can easily see the difference between the Blue Sea printed ones and those I did with the label maker but they look okay to my...
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    Power-over-ethernet security cameras?

    Disclosure, I work in engineering for a camera manufacture - Avigilon. Not in sales and not trying to sell you them though. As already mentioned commercial cameras have many nice features. I'd recommend stepping up to more commercial cameras too. Not sure what your budget is but you can keep...
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