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Victron Active GPS Antenna

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Victron Active GPS AntennaVictron Active GPS Antenna: Precision Positioning for GX GSM Systems Enhance Your Energy Management with Reliable GPS Tracking The Victron Active GPS Antenna is a purpose built accessory designed to bring accurate location data to your Victron GX GSM device. By integrating this active antenna, you unlock advanced features such as real time asset tracking and geo fencing through the VRM Portal, giving you greater control and security over your off grid

Victron Active GPS Antenna: Precision Positioning for GX GSM Systems

Enhance Your Energy Management with Reliable GPS Tracking

The Victron Active GPS Antenna is a purpose-built accessory designed to bring accurate location data to your Victron GX GSM device. By integrating this active antenna, you unlock advanced features such as real-time asset tracking and geo-fencing through the VRM Portal, giving you greater control and security over your off-grid and mobile energy systems.

Unlike passive GPS antennas, this active model includes a built-in low-noise amplifier (LNA) that boosts weak satellite signals before they travel down the cable. This results in faster position fixes, improved accuracy in challenging environments, and reliable performance even under tree cover or in urban canyons. For anyone managing remote installations—caravans, boats, off-grid sheds, or backup power systems—this antenna helps reduce the risk of losing track of valuable equipment.

Engineered for Demanding Mobile and Marine Environments

Built to withstand the rigours of mobile and marine use, the antenna features a robust magnetic base that allows secure mounting on steel surfaces without permanent modifications. The 3-metre RG-174 coaxial cable provides ample length for flexible placement, enabling you to position the antenna for optimal sky visibility while keeping the GX device protected inside a cabinet or vehicle.

The SMA male straight connector ensures a secure, threaded connection that resists vibration and moisture ingress—critical for maintaining signal integrity in moving vehicles or exposed locations. Operating at the standard GPS L1 frequency of 1575.42 MHz with a 50 Ω impedance, this antenna is optimised for compatibility with the GX GSM’s internal GPS receiver, ensuring seamless integration and consistent performance.

Key Features

  • Active GPS with integrated LNA for enhanced signal reception and faster time-to-first-fix
  • Magnetic base for quick, non-invasive installation on steel surfaces
  • 3-metre RG-174 cable allows flexible antenna placement away from the GX device
  • SMA male straight connector provides a vibration-resistant, weatherproof connection
  • Compatible with Victron GX GSM for seamless integration with VRM Portal tracking and geo-fencing
  • Compact, low-profile design minimises wind load and visual impact

Unlock Advanced VRM Portal Features

When connected to a Victron GX GSM, this antenna enables the full suite of location-based services in the VRM Portal. You can monitor the real-time position of your system on a map, set up geo-fence alerts to notify you if equipment moves outside a defined area, and review historical location data. This is particularly valuable for fleet management, rental equipment, or theft recovery scenarios.

For installers and system integrators, the antenna simplifies commissioning by allowing remote verification of installation location without needing to visit the site. It also supports compliance with insurance requirements that mandate GPS tracking for high-value mobile assets.

Installation Considerations

For best results, mount the antenna on a horizontal metal surface with a clear view of the sky. The magnetic base requires a ferrous surface; if mounting on aluminium or fibreglass, consider using a steel mounting plate (not included). Avoid routing the cable near high-current power lines or radio transmitters to minimise interference. The RG-174 cable is designed for flexibility, but avoid sharp bends or kinks that could damage the conductor.

Why Choose the Victron Active GPS Antenna?

Generic GPS antennas often struggle with signal loss over long cable runs or in partially obstructed locations. The built-in amplifier in this active antenna compensates for cable attenuation, delivering a clean signal to the GX GSM’s receiver. This reduces the likelihood of position dropouts and ensures consistent tracking data, which is essential for reliable geo-fencing and asset management.

By choosing a Victron-branded antenna, you also benefit from assured compatibility and support within the Victron ecosystem. The antenna is tested to work seamlessly with GX GSM firmware, avoiding the integration issues that can arise with third-party alternatives.

Take Control of Your Remote Energy Assets

Add the Victron Active GPS Antenna to your GX GSM setup today and gain peace of mind with precise, real-time location monitoring. Whether you're managing a single caravan or a fleet of off-grid installations, this antenna delivers the reliability and accuracy you need to stay connected.

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Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 5
Beautiful!
Format: Kindle
I heard about this book in a conversation at a craft party and ordered it the same night. I was not disappointed. I fell in love with Marcellus and Tova and their delightful relationship, and with all the ancillary characters that made this book so special. The ending was so very sweet and satisfying as well. Great 1st book!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2026
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Carolyn Ellis
Bozeman, US
★★★★★ 5
It was as good as I'd hoped.
Format: Kindle
Marcellus McSquiddles, the giant Pacific Octopus who has lived at the Sowell Bay Aquarium for going on four years, is often exasperated with the humans who stare at him all day. But there is one human who is different. She speaks to him and more importantly, she keeps his nocturnal escapes from his tank, a secret. Tova is a gentle woman, a widower and still dealing with the loss of her son, more than thirty years ago. When someone new strolls into town, Cameron Cassmore, looking for his dead beat father, he and Tova's lives will become inextricably linked, if they're not already. And Marcellus sees all of this and does his best to assist, where he can, since for the most part, he notices that haumans can be rather dull. But though, sometimes, especially in the case of Tova, there a a few who are remarkably bright. This was a sweet, genuine, heartfelt and beautifully written, fun read. Van Pelt has created a delightfully jaded and long-suffering, sighing character in the form of Marcellus and he and Tova's story is told in such a unique and imaginative way. I'd been meaning to read this for so long and I'm so glad I finally did.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2026
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T. Sparks
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
A remarkable story
Format: Hardcover
What a wonderful surprise this was! I thought Remarkably Bright Creatures was a story about a woman and an octopus, but it turned out to be so much more than that. This is Shelby Van Pelt’s first book, and I don’t think a debut has affected me like this since I read Hollow Kingdom, another story that unfolds through the eyes of an animal. The story has a bit of magical realism to it, in the sense that parts of it are told from the octopus’s point of view, but otherwise it’s simply a delightful tale about family and connections that had me ugly crying by the end of the book. In the first chapter we meet Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus on display in the Sowell Bay Aquarium near Puget Sound. Marcellus has been in captivity for 1,299 days, and based on his life expectancy of about four years, he believes he only has a handful of days left to live. His dreary days in a small glass enclosure are broken up by secret nighttime excursions, as Marcellus is extremely smart and has found a way out of his tank. Tova Sullivan is a seventy-year-old woman who has been working nights at the aquarium as a cleaning lady for the past two years. Tova knows how to remove the hundreds of fingerprints on the tank walls and can polish the floors to a brilliant shine. She’s also quite fond of the sea creatures she encounters each night, especially Marcellus, and the two have formed an unusual bond since Tova saved Marcellus one night after he escaped and became entangled in a bunch of electrical cords. Next, we meet Cameron Cassmore, a thirty-year-old man who is drifting through life with no real purpose. Cameron lives in California, and one day his aunt gives him a box of his estranged mother’s things. Inside the box he finds a photo and an old class ring, clues that could lead to the identity of his father, a man he never knew. Cameron hops on a plane to Washington state, convinced the man he thinks is his father—a rich real estate tycoon—will be so distraught over abandoning his son, he’ll shower Cam with money. At least that’s the plan. Finally, Ethan Mack is the owner of Sowell Bay’s Shop-Way, the local grocery store. Ethan has known Tova for years and secretly has a crush on her, but Tova is much too distant to notice his interest. When Cameron shows up at the Shop-Way looking for a job, Ethan directs him to his friend who manages the aquarium, which is how Cameron and Tova meet. Tying all these characters together is Marcellus, a remarkably bright octopus with a penchant for stealing and hoarding the treasures he finds after hours on the aquarium floor, and who just might be able to bring two people together who need each other—but don’t yet realize it. Van Pelt’s chapters alternate among all these characters and introduce a slew of side characters as well, each one vitally important to the story. At first, we don’t realize how each character is connected to the next, but slowly the author reveals her secrets until the stunned reader begins to understand the depth of these connections. Each character is given a detailed backstory that becomes very important to the plot. Tova’s story in particular was heart wrenching, as she has experienced quite a bit of loss in her life and finds herself mostly alone in her twilight years. Luckily she belongs to a group of women who call themselves the Knit-Wits, and the four of them meet weekly to eat, drink, gossip and support each other. Tova came to America from Sweden as a little girl, so the story is filled with details about growing up with her Swedish mother and father. Even the Dala horses her mother collected play a part in the story, and I found these little details added so much richness. At first I couldn’t figure out how Cameron fit it, but once he arrives in Sowell Bay and meets Ethan and Tova, his story takes on new meaning. Cameron meets a woman named Avery who also plays a vital part in filling in some of the missing pieces about Cameron’s father, and I loved the way the author gave even the most insignificant side characters meaning and purpose. Van Pelt infuses her story with so many emotional moments and themes. We see how the Knit-Wits are going through the aging process, as their numbers have dwindled over the last few years. Tova is facing being alone in her old age, with no children or husband to take care of her, and so she makes the rash decision to sell her beloved house and move into a retirement community. I don’t want to give too many details about Tova’s past and her losses, because I think it’s better to discover those revelations for yourself. Let’s just say that I felt Tova’s pain and wanted nothing more than for her to be happy. And Van Pelt includes so many funny moments in her story that kept the tone light, despite some of the more heavy themes. There’s an ongoing bit about Cameron’s lost luggage that was hysterically funny, and Tova inherits a stray cat at one point, which was a delightful side plot. I also loved the story about the t-shirt that Tova uses to clean Ethan’s kitchen—you’ll just have to read the book so you can experience the hilarity too! And of course, I can’t forget the star of the story, Marcellus the octopus. As the days tick by—each of his chapters starts with a marker (“Day 1,299 of my captivity”, etc)---the tension builds as Marcellus gets closer to his impending death (at least that’s what he thinks). Marcellus understands human nature more than most humans, and I loved the way he wisely intuits each character’s needs. Ultimately, this is a story about creatures—both human and animal—saving each other. The way Marcellus’s story plays out was absolutely perfect—heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. This is a very special book, and I’m so glad I was able to finally read it. Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2024
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Kristie
Los Angeles, US
★★★★★ 4
loved it!
Format: Kindle
Really enjoyed this book! My coworker begged me to read it for years but I didn't think I'd like it. I thought it would be a fantasy with talking creatures - if you're not into that, don't worry, it's not. Very good storyline that moved along quickly. Hallmark, feel-good book, but wasn't cheesy or overdone. Would definitely recommend (just like my coworker said)
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Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2026
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Lindsey Davis
Cuba, US
★★★★★ 5
Remarkably Bright Creatures
Format: Hardcover
emarkably Bright Creatures is one of those rare novels that effortlessly sneaks into your heart and makes itself at home. It centers on Tova Sullivan, a seventy‑year‑old widow quietly trying to fill the empty spaces left by loss, and Marcellus, a brilliantly observant giant Pacific octopus at the Sowell Bay Aquarium whose voice is as wise as it is wry. Their unlikely friendship is at once funny, tender, and deeply affecting, gently guiding the story through themes of grief, hope, aging, and connection. The book also weaves in Cameron, a young man adrift in life, and slowly threads all three characters’ paths together into a quietly powerful emotional journey. What I loved most was how the narrative balances genuine humour and surprising warmth with profound reflections on family, forgiveness, and new beginnings — all without ever feeling forced or overly sentimental. Shelby Van Pelt’s debut is beautifully written, full of subtle moments that stick with you long after the final page. Whether it’s Marcellus’s clever asides, Tova’s resilient heart, or the way the story reminds you that healing can come from the most unexpected places, this book is a joy to read. Rating: ★★★★★ — a truly special read I’ll remember for a long time.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2026

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