Setup and Installation
Details about the hardware-related installation of a Vue energy monitor.
15 articles
CT Sensors - More than one line through a sensor?Possible to monitor multiple lines with a single sensor? Yes, with a few key points.
Do the 200A CT's need to be connected?Not required - 50A CT measurements still work without 200A CT's connected.
Hardware installationSome other questions related to the panel installation of Vue energy monitors.
CT Sensors - Monitoring Dual-Pole/Multi-Pole Circuits and using MultipliersCapturing multiple related circuit lines accurately and reliably with the Vue CT's.
CT Sensors - Proper alignment, placementHow to setup the CT's for your Vue energy monitor.
Does my Vue 3 need a multiplier on "mains" for a 240V system?For most situations no - Vue Gen 3 and Gen 2 both track voltage accurately without the need for multipliers.
Setup a Vue: Gen 3 for Sub-MeteringTracking specific usage with the Vue energy monitor.
Bi-Directional 50A CT UpdateYour Vue monitor just received an update - track bidirectional usage more accurately.
Solar MonitoringSetting up the Vue to track your solar production and Net correctly.
Adjusting CT wire length - Vue 3How to customize the CT length, extending or shortening, on Vue 3.
Extending CT's/Sensors - Vue 2Requirements for extending the CT length for the Vue 2 device only.
Can I use an outlet/plug to power the Vue instead of the regular installation?We recommend using the wire harness for accuracy and performance.
CT Sensors - More than 16 circuits to monitor?Have a bunch of circuits needing to be tracked? We have you covered.
Can I use the 200A CT's on circuits other than mains?Yes, but it may affect how your device calculates usage depending on how they're used. Details here.
Wire Harness - Breakers larger than 15 AmpsHow to connect the wire harness for breakers > 15A.