15 Driving Your Motorhome
Camera Monitor System
The rear-view monitoring system (Figure 15-1) is provided to aid the driver in backing and parking the motorhome.
A camera mounted on the rear of the vehicle feeds a televised view of the rear of the motorhome to the monitor located in the front near the driver.
If the switch is in the MANUAL mode, the monitor will be ON when the ignition switch is turned ON.
If the switch is in the AUTOMATIC mode, the monitor will display the picture from the rear-mounted camera only when the transmission is in REVERSE gear.
To use this system effectively, refer to the owner’s manual for this system. This manual is in the Owner’s Information Package.
Basic Rear View Camera Operation
- Depress the POWER switch. The picture appears on the monitor. POWER indicator lights up green. To turn off the picture, press it again to release. The monitor moves to standby condition. POWER indicator lights up red.
- Adjust the VOLUME control.
- Adjust the picture contrast and brightness. The DAY/NIGHT selector switch must normally be kept in the DAY (released) position. When you view the picture at night or in a tunnel, etc., depress the switch to make the picture less bright (therefore in the NIGHT position). Thus, the picture will be easy to view even in a dark place.
When you set the gear level to the “R” position with the POWER switch released, the monitor is turned ON, and the picture from the camera connected to the CAMERA “A” connector appears irrespective of the INPUT knob setting.
Side-Mount Camera
As an enhanced aid to driving, the motorhome features side-mounted cameras (Figure 15-2) on both sides of the motorhome.
These side-mounted cameras are activated whenever the motorhome in transit begins to make a turn. When the LEFT turn indicator is used, the left-side camera is activated and that camera displays on the back-up monitor a rearward oriented view of the driver’s side showing that side of the motorhome and a limited panorama of what is alongside and immediately behind the motorhome as it begins to turn into that direction.
In this manner, the typical “blind spot” of most motorhomes is drastically reduced or eliminated so that the driver can make those turns with great confidence. Similarly, the “right” turn indicator operates in the same manner to show a rearward view of the right side of the motorhome when a right-hand turn is made.
CB Radio System Antenna Connection
As an option, the motorhome might come equipped with an antenna and coaxial cable connection to enable the owner to install a Citizens Band (CB) radio of choice, and operate it conveniently from the motorhome.
The coaxial-cable connection for the radio is found beneath the dashboard on the driver’s side. Accordingly, with an owner-provided CB radio, that radio can be used to communicate with other travelers on the road.
To use your CB system of choice, follow the directions furnished with the CB radio.
| NOTE: Channel 11 is considered an emergency channel and monitoring this channel might give one information about road conditions, accidents, and related matters potentially affecting your travels. |
AM/FM/CD Stereo System
An AM/FM/CD stereo system (Figure 15-3) is included in the motorhome.
This system is powered by the 12-volt DC system of the motorhome and operates like any conventional car-stereo system. The coach is also SIRIUS XM compatible with a subscription.
Dashboard Heating/Cooling Controls
The dash air conditioner/heater (Figure 15-4) is not designed to heat and cool the entire interior of the motorhome. It is intended only to provide heating and cooling for the cab area.
A small amount of air will blow out of the defrost and dash vents regardless of the mode settings.
Telescoping & Tilt Steering
The Allegro Breeze is equipped with a telescoping and tilt steering column (Figure 15-5 and Figure 15-6) that allows you to easily adjust the steering system for your use traveling and while it is parked. Push the handle to move the column into a completely up-right telescoping position and pull the handle to tilt the steering wheel in the desired position.
Instrument Panel
The instrument panel on your Allegro Bus serves as a multi-function device. Not only does it provide information regarding fuel level and RPM, it provides tire pressure, levelling function
Please refer to your chassis operator’s manual for details regarding the operation of these items.
Leveling Zero-Set
Levelling zero-set adjusts the level reference used when the vehicle is in AUTO or MANUAL levelling mode. This allows the system to level to the same level every time. This procedure can be found in the instrument panel.
Please refer to your chassis operator’s manual for detail information regarding this system.
Mobileye Avanced Driver Assistance System
The Allegro BREEZE might be equipped with an optional Mobileye collision mitigation system that aids drivers in avoiding accidents. The display is in your instrument panel.
Please refer to your chassis operator’s manual for detail information regarding this system.
Onguard
OnGuard is a radar-based adaptive cruise control system with active braking for your RV. New to the North American market, active braking improves vehicle safety by automatically using the vehicle foundation brakes to alert the driver and decelerate the vehicle when a pre-set vehicle following distance is compromised.
