SavvyLevel S5 RV Leveller-User Guide

Preamble

Be sure to read this guide in its entirety, it contains important information on how to install and operate your SavvyLevel.

This user manual applies to all Savvylevel^® S5 RV Leveller models (referred to as Savvy5 in this guide). Throughout this guide we will make a reference to an ‘RV’ that equally applies to Caravan, Campers, Trailers, Motorhomes, 4WDs, Vans and Food Trucks i.e., all Recreational Vehicles.

Introduction

Figure 1                                                                              Figure 2

                   

Savvy5 solution is a fully integrated levelling system designed for caravans, campers, trailers, motorhomes, vans, 4WDs and food trucks.

A small, lightweight device installed in your RV provides real-time & smooth levelling information so you can effortlessly level your RV, all from the comfort of your seat.

The Savvy5 solution comprises of precision level detection Bluetooth® device, Figure 1, mounted internally within your RV, that communicates with your Apple or Android smart phone/tablet, Figure 2.

It is easy to install and use. It boasts an amazing accuracy of ±0.1° across its operating temperature range. Once installed, it only requires you to enter dimensions of your specific RV and capture/save your preferred level.

There are 2 Apps available:

-       SavvyCV5 to be used with caravans, campers and trailers.

-       SavvyMH5 to be used with motorhomes, vans, 4WDs & food trucks.

Both Apps display your RV’s Pitch and Roll in both degrees and height in millimeters or inches.

 

SavvyCV5 provides a feature that enables users to record their preferred hitching and unhitching height (height of the A-frame at the release point from tow vehicle).

 

In addition, SavvyMH5 displays ‘Top View’ window that let you know each wheel’s adjustment requirement.

 

‘Block Type’ functionality when enabled, will display number of blocks to be used when adjusting Roll.

 

Key Features

• For use with
  • Apple™ devices, Software Version 13 and above.
  • Android™ devices, Android Version 7.0 and above.
• Designed to be powered by USB-C or your Caravan battery supply (12V/24V).
• Extremely simple to operate
• No WIFI required. Connection is via Bluetooth to your smartphone (internet not required).
• After the 1 connection is completed, it will auto connect when the device is in range.
• Voltage reporting at the point of connection (when connected to caravan battery).
• Each device is 100% factory tested and calibrated.
• Includes thermal calibration and compensation resulting in superb accuracy of ±0.1° over normal operating temperatures.
• Engineered to the highest standards using only the finest materials.
• Supports landscape and portrait orientation for caravan/camper/trailer.
• Displays ‘Top View’ of 4WD/van/motorhome with accurate level requirement for each wheel.
• 10x zoom feature to obtain outstanding accuracy and visual clarity for level of angles less than 4.5°.
• Inclinometer style gauges display ±45° and ±4.5° in 10x zoom mode.
• Quick display of number of Blocks when roll needs to be corrected (when using blocks).
• For caravan/camper/trailer, hitching/unhitching height recording indicator that captures the height of the A-frame at the release point from tow vehicle.

Specifications

• Wireless Bluetooth 5.2 Low Energy connectivity.
• Device range up to 65m (To be reconfirmed) in an open environment
• Accuracy better than ±0.1°.
• Supply voltage: either USB or internal RV’s 12V/24V.
• Fully protected against reverse wiring when the internal RV 12V/24V is used.
• Low operating current when app connected < 12 mA @ 12V.
• Operating temperature extremes -40°C to +85°C.
• ± 45° pitch and roll in normal operation.
• ± 4.5° in (10x) zoom mode.
• Physical dimensions measure 73mm x 58mm x 22mm.

Installation of Savvy5 Solution

SavvyLevel Positioning Guide.

CHOOSING A SUITABLE LOCATION                                              Figure 3

Savvy5 is a Bluetooth^® device that is mounted inside your RV. It needs to communicate with your Smartphone device while you are inside your RV (either a tow vehicle for caravan/camper/trailer or 4WD/van/motorhome).

In order to ensure strong Bluetooth^® connectivity, you will need to mount Savvy5 unit where there are minimal metallic obstructions between the unit and your Smartphone as metallic obstructions weaken Bluetooth^® signal.

Since there are many different types of caravans, we cannot give definitive statements regarding the exact location to install your device. Instead, we can only provide general guidelines – the app provides a Bluetooth^® signal strength indication for guidance in positioning.

Since there are many different types of caravans, we cannot give definitive statements regarding the exact location to install your device. Instead, we can only provide general guidelines – the app provides a Bluetooth^® signal strength indication for guidance in positioning.

To ensure a good Bluetooth^® connection between your Savvy5 unit and your Smartphone, you will first need to conduct some simple practical tests.

POINTS TO CONSIDER

• Do not mount the device externally where it is exposed to the weather.
• Do not mount the device in wet areas.
• Do not mount the device inside sealed metallic enclosures, or where there are significant amounts of metallic obstructions that will limit Bluetooth® signal range.
• Do mount the device as close to the front of the caravan as possible, driver side, face up (floor mount) or face down (ceiling mount) with double white arrows at the back of the base and logo on the lid (Figure 4) pointing toward the driver.
• Do mount the device where it is concealed but is readily accessible if need be (e.g. inside a cupboard, on a ceiling of the tunnel boot or something similar).
• Do mount the device where there is access to either a USB socket or the RV battery supply (12V/24V).
• Do mount the device where there are minimal metallic obstructions between Savvy5 unit and the interior of the intended tow vehicle (where you use your Smartphone for connection in the tow vehicle). This includes caravans that are constructed with aluminum cladding at the front.

IDENTIFYING THE OPTIMAL LOCATION

To identify a suitable location to mount your Savvy5 unit and ensure solid Bluetooth^® connectivity, use the following:

1. The Savvy5 unit will be located inside your RV, therefore:

• For caravan/camper/trailer, place your RV in an open area, with your tow vehicle located at the front of RV.
• This doesn’t apply to motorhome/van/4WD/food truck (as the Savvy5 will be mounted in the same area where the driver will also be located).

2.     Make sure you have the latest Savvy5 app installed on your Smartphone (either: ‘SavvyCV5’ for caravan/camper/trailer or ‘SavvyMH5’ for motorhome/van/4WD/food truck).

3.     Power up your Savvy5 unit using the USB cable provided (use a portable power bank device for temporary connection (Savvy5 draws very little current, so many power banks may shut off. To keep the power bank on, connect a second device that draws enough current to keep it active.).

4.     Ensure that you can connect to your Savvy5 unit with your smartphone. Refer to section, ‘Basic Operation’, of this document for more details on how to operate Savvy5 solution.

5.     Try placing connected Savvy5 at various locations within your RV, see Figure 3, to determine where best to install your Savvy5 (with the Smartphone located next to RV’s driver steering wheel) based on the Bluetooth^® signal strength indicated on the app.