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MK3 USB adaptor connection to Android 7 phone

I am trying to connect a Sony Z3 phone running Android 7.1.1 to a 12/3000 Multiplus inverter using VictronConnect v5.61 with a MK3 USB adapter. VictronConnect starts to search for devices but fails to see the inverter. It finds the BMV700 meter over bluetooth ok.

I know the MK3 USB adapter works as I have used it to connect a Windows 10 laptop using Victron Configure.

Have I missed something

This adapter is left plugged into the inverter all the time - is this OK to do or should it be removed after use.


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Thiemo van Engelen (Victron Energy staff) answered ·

Hi @MikeH

I assume that you are using a proper USB OTG cable to connect the MK3 to the phone? What happens when you insert a USB stick into the OTG cable? Does the phone recognize the stick?

I also found some information online that says that it is necessary to let Android look USB devices via Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB device .

Kind regards,

Thiemo van Engelen

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