Redarc Redvision TVMS1280 Instruction Manual

Total Vehicle

Management System

TVMS1280

THE REDVISION TOTAL VEHICLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The RedVision Total Vehicle Management System (TVMS) sets an unprecedented level
of automation in the recreational vehicle industry by allowing users to control multiple
on-board devices with one easy to use system.
RedVision acts as a central hub that connects devices and displays vital information
for the vehicle and its on-board accessories. RedVision allows the user to turn lights,
inverters, water pumps and other loads such as televisions, electric steps and fridges on
or off, while displaying water levels, temperature, energy (battery power) consumption
and storage*.

WARNINGS & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
REDVISION TOTAL VEHICLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (TVMS).

2. DO NOT OPERATE THE SYSTEM UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS MANUAL AND THE
SYSTEM IS INSTALLED AS PER THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. REDARC RECOMMENDS THAT THE
SYSTEM BE INSTALLED BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON.

1. Risk of explosive gases: Working in the vicinity of a Lead-Acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive
gases during normal operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance that you follow the instructions each
time you use the system.

2. The system should not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been instructed on how
to use the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the system.

3. Do NOT alter or disassemble the system under any circumstances. All services or repairs must be returned to
REDARC for repair. Incorrect handling or reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fi re and may void
the unit warranty.

4. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by REDARC may result in a risk of fi re, electric shock, or injury
to persons.

5. Cable and fuse sizes are specifi ed by various codes and standards which depend on the type of vehicle the
system is installed into. Selecting the wrong cable or fuse size could result in harm to the installer or user and/
or damage to the TVMS or other equipment installed in the system. The installer is responsible for ensuring that
the correct cable and fuse sizes are used when installing this system.

6. Be extra cautious so as to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto a vehicle battery. Doing so might cause
the battery to spark or might short-circuit the battery or other electrical parts that may cause an explosion.

7. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid
battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal,
causing a severe burn.

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*Energy (battery power) consumption and storage

available when used with a REDARC BMS.

8. NEVER SMOKE OR ALLOW A SPARK OR FLAME NEAR A BATTERY AS THESE MAY CAUSE THE BATTERY
TO EXPLODE. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR A BATTERY WHEN CONNECTING THE BATTERY
INSTALLED IN A VEHICLE TO THE TVMS, ALWAYS DO THE FOLLOWING:

Wire the Output Connector before connecting it to the Distribution Box. During connection of the unit, the
Battery Output (positive) must be connected fi rst, followed by the Ground (chassis) terminal. The chassis
connection should be made away from the battery and fuel lines. Once all connections are wired to the
Output Connector, plug the connector into the Distribution Box.

9. Do not use this product to control safety critical devices or those that could cause harm if operated remotely
(for example fume exhaust fans or lifters).

10. Ensure that the Display is not mounted in vehicle head-impact zones. Doing so may result in injury to the driver
and/or passenger in the event of an accident.

11. Ensure the Display is not mounted where it may distract the driver of the vehicle. Distracting the driver may
result in an accident.

12. Risk of damage to the system. Do NOT connect a load negative (-) to the chassis AND to the applicable negative
(-) output channel as this may cause damage to the Distribution Box under some circumstances. Connect to the
applicable negative (-) output channel OR a suitable chassis grounding point to avoid damage.

13. Risk of damage to the system. Do NOT connect to the ‘TRC’ socket at the front (240V end) of the inverter as
this will cause damage to the RedVision Distribution Box. Connect to the ‘REMOTE’ socket to avoid damage.

1. Do NOT connect computers or IT equipment to the RJ45 ports on the RedVision Distribution Box or Display.
Damage may occur.

2. It is recommended to leave the Display connected at all times to the base unit.

3. The Distribution Box may be mounted in any orientation but must be mounted onto a fl at, solid surface using
4 x M6 screws or bolts. Failure to adequately mount the unit, such as using adhesives to mount the unit will
result in unreliable operation of the Distribution Box.

4. It is the installer’s responsibility to ensure their installation complies with any applicable legal and regulatory
requirements. Within Australia, installers may wish to consult AS/NZS 3001 as one potentially relevant standard.

5. Ensure that the channel and master override dip-switches are turned off after use to prevent accidental
operation of the channel / fl attening of either the Starter or Auxiliary battery.

6. The RedVision App and its interactions with RedVision has not been tested on all smartphones available on
the market so is not guaranteed to work on all devices. However, the app should work on most phones with

®

Bluetooth

4.0 (or later) running IOS 11. 1 (or later) or Android 7.0 (or later).

7. The Confi gurator App. allows modifi cation to the core system functionality of your RedVision system, only use
this App if you have read and fully understand all instructions in this manual.

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CONTENTS

Table of Contents

Warnings & Safety Instructions 1
Features and Benefi ts

1. Introduction

1.1 Kit Contents

1.2 Specifi cations

1.3 Compatible Devices

1.4 Dimensions

2. Installation Guide

2.1 System Layout

2.2 Mounting Instructions

2.3 DC Cable Size Requirements

2.4 Digital I/Os

2.5 Fuses

2.6 Battery & Charger Connection

2.7 Temperature Sensors

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2.8 R-Bus Connection

2.9 Water Level Sensors

2.10 Optional Inverter Connection

3. System Confi guration

3.1 RedVision Confi gurator App.

3.2 Confi gure Charger

3.3 Confi gure Battery Sensor

3.4 Confi gure Distribution Box - Load Disconnect Settings

3.5 Confi gure Distribution Box - Channels

3.6 Confi gure Display - Soft Keys

3.7 Confi gure Display - Home Screen

3.8 Confi gure Display - Status Screen

3.9 Confi gure Display - Temperature Units

4. User Guide

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1.1 The Display

3.2 Fault Display

3.3 The RedVision App

5. Display Drill Template

6. Two Year Product Warranty

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Why use RedVision?

• Integration service provided to OEM’s to make the most of the product and our
manufacturing experience

• Confi gurable software to meet the specifi cation of different vehicles

• Differentiation against lower cost, lower tech, competitors

• REDARC reliability, warranty, and after sales service

Customer Benefi ts of RedVision

• Modern, user friendly interface

• Wireless information and control from mobile device

• Easy to understand simple system layout

• Feature expandability after sales

• REDARC quality

OEM Benefi ts of RedVision

• Feature expandability for vehicle customisation to customer order

• Easily up sell value add components such as inverters

• Decreased installation time and complexity

• Reduced weight and area of components

• Improved service and support

• Packaged pricing and delivery

• Decreased production time

Features

• Read up to two temperatures

• Read up to six water tanks

• View and control inverter*

• View battery charging, load, and condition information*

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• Switch up to 10 outputs

• Fuse up to 10 circuits plus charger circuit

• Automate output functionality

• Works with a range of REDARC charging systems

*1 When used in conjunction with a REDARC RS Series Inverter.

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*

When used in conjunction with a REDARC Manager.

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Kit Contents

Distribution Box (TVMS1280-DB):

Qty Part

1 Distribution box
1 Fuse cover panel (fi tted)

1 Fuse puller tool (fi tted)
1 80A midi fuse

1 Midi fuse holder
2 50A midi fuses (fi tted)
4 Crimp terminals for fuse holder
1 0.5m R-Bus Cable

Display (DISP4300):

Qty Part

1 3m Inverter Remote Cable
1 R-Bus Terminator
2 Temperature Sensors
6 Power cable mating connectors
1 Digital I/O mating connector

1 4.3” Display
1 Optional Mounting Spacer
1 Display Fascia
1 R-Bus Terminator
1 5m R-Bus Cable

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.2 Specifi cations

Compliance

Safety IEC60335

General Specifi cations

Operating Temperature -20°C to 60°C -20°C to 75°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to 85°C -40°C to 85°C
Dimensions (see pages 7-8) 385 x 138 x 58mm 178 x 108 x 26mm
Environemntal Protection IP30 Splash Resistant
Product Weight 2.0kg 0.3kg
Warranty 2 years

Electrical Specifi cations

Distribution Box Display

System Voltage 12V
Maximum Charger Current 40A
Maximum Battery Current 80A
No. Switched Circuits 5 x 10A Max, 5 x 30A Max

1.3 Compatible Devices

Type REDARC Part

BCDC1220

BCDC1220-IGN

Chargers

BCDC1225D
BCDC1240D

Battery Management

Systems

BMS1215S3
BMS1230S2

Number

Device

Connection Wire

N/A Section 2.6

CAN/R-BUS Section 2.8

Relevant section of

this manual

Inverters

R-12-350RS

R-12-700RS
R-12-1000RS
R-12-1500RS
R-12-2000RS
R-12-3000RS

REMOTE

Section 2.10

(NOT ‘TRC’)

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.4 Dimensions

Ø11mm

370mm

350mm

385mm

Ø6mm

Ø6mm

71.5mm
80mm

138mm

28mm

27mm

Figure 1.4.1 - Distribution Box Dimensions

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2.5mm
58mm
66mm

1 INTRODUCTION

18.5mm

178mm

7mm

107.5mm

11mm

96mm

103mm

6mm

91mm 6mm

158mm

156mm

Optional Spacer

11mm

25.5mm 39mm

Ø4.5mm X 4

19mm 15mm

Figure 1.4.2 - Display Dimensions

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2 INSTALLATION GUIDE

2.1 System Layout

Distribution Box

Display

Terminating Resistor

BMS

Water

Level Sensors

Temperature

Sensors

To Ignition

To Alternate Trigger Signals

T-Piece

Small Loads Large Loads

Battery
Sensor

FuseFuse

Inverter

Auxiliary Battery

Do not use this product to control safety critical devices or those that could cause harm
if operated remotely (for example fume exhaust fans or lifters).

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2.2 Mounting Instructions

The Distribution Box should be mounted as close as possible to the auxiliary
battery(s) and Battery Charger to avoid voltage drop.

2.2.1 Mounting the Distribution Box

The Distribution Box may be mounted in any orientation but must be mounted
onto a fl at, solid surface using 4 x M6 screws or bolts. Failure to adequately
mount the unit, such as using adhesives to mount the unit may result in unreliable
operation of the Distribution Box. Ensure clear access to the fuse panel to ensure
service of fuses and override of channels can be performed.

4 x M6

±15°

±30°

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2.2.2 Mounting the Display

The Display should be mounted inside the vehicle (Refer to page 48 for a 1:1
cutout template). It is however acceptable to mount the Display in any convenient
location, as long as it is protected from harsh environments such as being exposed
to rain or severe amounts of dust or full-time direct sunlight.

Spacer

(optional)

Display

4 x M4 or 8G

Bezel

4.2mm Max

8mm Max

Max

3.3mm

Ensure that the Display is not mounted in vehicle head-impact zones. Doing so may result
in injury to the driver and/or passenger in the event of an accident.
Ensure the Display is not mounted where it may distract the driver of the vehicle.
Distracting the driver may result in an accident.

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2.2.3 Removing the Display Fascia

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Refer to page 48 for a 1:1 cutout template

2.2.4 Flush Mount Drill/Cut Dimensions

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156

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NOT TO SCALE

Refer to page 48 for a 1:1 cutout template

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91

101

132

2.2.5 Surface Mount Drill/Cut Dimensions

156

35

58

24

91

46

NOT TO SCALE

Refer to page 48 for a 1:1 cutout template

Ø45mm

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2.3 DC Cable Size Requirements

2.3.1 Input Wire size

REDARC recommends the installer use cabling between 8-4B&S automotive.
Refer to the table below for further information.

Max Cable

Connection Terminal Size

Charger Output &

16 mm² 4B&S 8B&S 6B&S

Ground

Auxiliary Battery

16 mm² 4B&S 6B&S 4B&S

Positive & Ground

2.3.2 Output Wire Diameter Selection

REDARC recommends the installer use suitably rated cable and fuses for the load
connected. Refer to the table below for the 10 and 30 amp connector terminal
sizes and maximum cable sizes.

Connection Terminal Size Max Cable Size

Size

Cable length

<3M

Cable Length

>3M

10A Circuits 2.5 mm² 6 mm Auto

30A Circuits 6.0 mm² 8B&S

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2.4 Digital I/Os

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Digital Inputs

2

3

1

2

3

Start Battery Positive

Start Battery Negative

The Distribution Box incorporates 3 digital inputs.

1

The digital inputs,

2

,

and 3, can be confi gured to switch Distribution Box output
loads on/off when triggered (for example, to turn off all loads except a fridge when the
vehicle ignition is on).

The Start Battery Positive (

) and Start Battery Negative ( ) inputs can be used
to monitor and display a voltage from an external source (for example, to display the
vehicle’s starter battery voltage).

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