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Before you Start
Warnings
It is recommended that SavvyVan Lite is installed by a qualified electrician.
Your unit must be shutdown properly before disconnecting the power to avoid data corruption which may stop the unit working and is not covered by warranty.
The unit has a maximum operating voltage of 25v, anything over this may cause irreversible damage and is not covered by warranty.
Preparation
SavvyVan is designed to be installed within a wall or structure to allow for a minimal visible profile.
Ensure there is a clearance of 40mm behind the unit to allow for sufficient ventilation.
The chosen location will need to allow for cables to be ran to the battery and any appliances.
Wi-Fi is required to allow the clock to sync, weather and updating.
Overview
Front
Rear
Testing Your Unit
Prior to full installation, please test your unit by connecting it to a 12v supply. Should you find any fault with your unit, please immediately contact support@savvyvan.co.uk prior to installation
Installation
Cutting
The device is required to be installed recessed into a wall/box and will require a minimum depth of 40mm. A hole will need to be cut measuring up to (H)105mm x (W)180mm.
Once you have decided on a location for your unit and ensured there is at least 40mm of clearance, please measure your device and cut an appropriate hole. Depending on your van build, you can either mount this from the front or rear mount the device for a reduced profile. Please be aware, the supplied surround is for front mounting only. For a rear mounted device you will need to create your own surround.
Our supplied surround measures (H)130mm x (W)195mm x (D)9mm
Connecting Appliances
Connect the live feed for your appliances to your 12v supply via a fuse box. Connect the Negative to your Ground bus bar via SavvyVan, this will then provide accurate negative switching of your appliances. Note: Labels K1-8 is relevant to the position on the SavvyVan Interface. K1 = Tile1, K2 = Tile 2 etc.
High Current Relays
Should your appliances require more then 10a 30v, then an additional high current relay can be used. To use this, you will need to connect the new high current relay switching circuit via the SavvyVan switch. Please follow the manufactures instructions to wire up your additional relay.
Device Power
Connect the wires from the rear of the unit labeled 'Power' to a 3A fused 12v live feed. Connect the wires labeled 'Voltage' directly to the battery terminals via a 2A in-line fuse for the most accurate Battery reading. The unit will immediately start up once power is supplied. It is recommended that you do not insert the fuse until all connections have been made and the unit is secured.
Wiring Diagram
Configuring
1st Startup
• The unit will immediately start once the 12v supplied is live.
• Please allow up to 60 seconds for the unit to calibrate and start up.
• Once started, you will be greeted with a welcome screen as per the image above.
• Ensure you update your device before you start to configure. To do this please follow the below instructions to enable WIFI and then Update
• Please follow the onscreen instructions to configure your unit.
• If you have any questions, please contact us via support@savvyvan.co.uk
Wifi
Your unit is equipped with 2.4gh Wi-Fi which is required for some functions to operate and for your Clock to synchronise. You can clearly see the current status of the Wi-Fi by the colour of the icon:
White = Online. Grey = Offline.
To configure the WIFI please click icon in the top right corner of the screen.
To add a new network:
Your device will not search for a Wi-Fi network so you may need to use another device to find the name of your Wi-Fi network if you do not already know it.
Enter the name of your Wi-Fi, (This needs to be exact)
Enter the Password
Click ‘Save’
Click ‘Commit’
Your Wi-Fi connection will now restart and after a few moments it will connect to the configured network.
To remove a network
Click the ‘Bin’ symbol next to the networks you want to remove
Click ‘Commit’
Accessing the Settings Menu
To access the setting menu, click the 'Cog' in the bottom right hand corner. The Default passcode is '123456'. If you have purchased your device from a 3rd party then please contact them and request the passcode.
Updating your Device
For new devices it is recommened that you update your device before configuring any tiles. Additionally, when a new update has been released, SavvyVan will notify you via email. Your device will not auto-update and requires you to manually click 'update'. Should you not receive these emails, please email us at support@savvyvan.co.uk.
Please note: During the update process your personal setting maybe reset and require reconfiguring, your device may also restart. Please do not turn off your device during this process. An update can take up to 30 minutes and your screen may be blank for the duration.
Depending on your software version your device can be updated in one of the following ways, please ensure your wifi is connected and stable before updating:
Click the 'Menu' in the top left hand corner, then 'Update'. It may take a moment for SavvyVan to say updating.
OR
Click Settings and Enter the passcode '123456'
Click 'System Information'
Click 'Update Now'
Once complete your device will notify you via the onscreen messages and may restart. Your screen may also go blank, please do not disconnect the power.
Checking your device software version
To check the Version of Software on your Device, please go to Settings, then System Information.
Configuring your tiles
To configure your tiles, please click on the gear icon in the bottom right corner and enter the passcode. The setting page will load and Click 'Configure Tiles'.
You can configure up to 8 tiles/switches however it is recommended that the total amount, including Battery Management should be no more than 8 due to the sizing and layout on the 7” screen.
To start please choose how many tiles, then select a tile to configure it.
You can now start selecting each tile, once selected a tile please use the menus on the right to either choose from the drop down of pre-configured tiles, or you can create your own
Creating a new Tile
If your required tile isn't listed you can add a new tile by typing in your new tile name, then using the drop down menu, selecting your tile icon from the existing list of icons.
Once created, your new icon will appear at the bottom of tile list for you to select for 1 or more tiles.
Removing a User created tile
If you have created a new tile and would like to remove it, simply select your created tile from the tile menu, then select 'Delete'
Colour Scheme
To configure your colour scheme, please go to setting and select 'System colours'
System Colours allows you to change the colour scheme of your SavvyVan.
Menu Colour - This will change the colour of all the menus and click boxes.
Menu Colour Shade - Here you can Darken or Lighten your new system colour to your liking
Selected Tile Shade - On the main front page where you are able to tuen your switches on / off. This setting will change the shade of the tile when it is 'On'
Battery Options
Within the Setting Menu please select 'Battery Management'. Here you can choose if you want to use the built-in battery management by selecting 'Voltage Sensor' and ticking the 'Enable' box. Currently, we only support 12v batteries.
Back on the home screen, you will now see the current battery level and a guide to the percentage battery remaining, this will update every 5 seconds. Should the battery reach critical levels for your battery type, a warning sound of 3 short beeps will alarm every 10 minutes, a visual warning will be displayed and if connected to WI-FI an email will be sent. This will continue until either the battery is physically unplugged from the device, or the voltage is restored.
Please note: It is not recommended to you use the Voltage Sensor for lithum batteries, please consider SavvyShunt for more accurate readings.
Please select the type of battery and select Sensor Type: 'Voltage Sensor'
Depending on your setup you may get a slightly off reading for your voltage. If this is the case please use the 'Fine Tune Voltage' to add or remove up to 0.5v.
Battery Protection
Every SavvyVan comes with Battery protection built in. This will turn off all, or a selection of devices when your battery get to below 20%.
Values for the Emergency shut are:
AGM = 11.66v
Lead Acid = 11.56
Lithium = 12v
To enable this please select the tick box, you can then choose for the system to automaticly turn off All tiles, Tile 1 Only or Tiles 2 -8.
Historical Battery Data
Clicking on the Voltage tile on the main screen, will show you historical data for your battery and allow you an insight into power usage/charge over time.
Over time, the historical data will build, and the graph may take some time to load. It is recommended that you reset this view regularly using the ‘Reset Voltage Graph’ within the menu that can be found on the top left corner. This option will clear all the data within the Graph and reduce the load speed.
Notifications
We recommend you enter an email address into the ‘Notification Email Address’ link. If your device is connected to WI-FI, any under voltage alerts will be emailed to you, removing the need for any physical monitoring.
To configure this please click on the email icon in the bottom right, enter your email and click 'Save Email'
Please note, this will also automatically add you to the system for system update alerts.
Weather
The optional weather widget requires Wi-Fi to be connected and will display a 5-day forecast for the chosen city. If Wi-Fi isn't connected then the weather widget wont show on the main screen and will instead show a notification.
To enable the Weather Widget go to Settings, enter the passcode, Additional settings and select 'Weather Widget'
To set the city or choose a new location, please press anywhere on the weather widget. You will then be prompted to enter the name of a new city.
Customise your look!
Your SavvyVan unit can be personalised to reflect your personality or maybe your van’s unique look. Using the ‘Choose Background Colour’, within settings, you can personalise your screen.
Day/Night Mode
Between the hours of 8pm – 8am the device will enter ‘Sleep Mode’. During these times all systems will continue to operate however the screen will switch off. When in sleep mode, you will need to touch the screen to wake it. The screen will stay on for 2 minutes then return to sleep mode. When waking from this mode it may take a second or two for the screen to power on.
Night mode will continue until after 8am when the screen is first touched.
Between 8am – 8pm. The screen will not sleep for 2 hours since its last touch.
Technical Data
Warranty
Our warranty documentation can be found here: Warranty.pdf
Disclaimer of Liability
SavvyVan products are designed to provide convenience and safety to users of campervans, motorhomes, and other recreational vehicles. However, improper installation, use, or operation of our products may cause damage to the product itself or other property, or even injury to individuals. Therefore, it is important to read and follow all instructions and safety precautions provided in the installation guide carefully.
SavvyVan and its suppliers shall not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from the installation, use, or operation of its products that is not in accordance with the instructions and safety precautions provided in the installation guide. This includes, but is not limited to, incorrect installation, use or operation of the product, or any modifications made to the product. SavvyVan shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of its products.
By purchasing and using SavvyVan and its suppliers products, you acknowledge and agree that you assume all responsibility and risk associated with the installation, use, and operation of the product. You further acknowledge and agree to hold SavvyVan and its suppliers harmless and to release it from any liability for any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your installation, use, or operation of its products.
Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns regarding the installation, use, or operation of our products.