15 Driving Your Motohome
Ecomaster Camera System
The rear view monitoring system (Figure 0-1) 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.
Roadwatch
Your RED340 is equipped with a RoadWatch. This system combines stability control and collision mitigation with a dynamic cruise control system. We encourage you to learn more about each of the components from the chassis manufacture’s operation manual included in this binder.
Side-Mount Camera
As an enhanced aid to driving, the motorhome features side-mounted cameras (Figure 0-2) 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 0-3) 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 0-4) 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.
Automatic Transmisson Controls
You Motorhome has a Freightliner chassis. The shifting mechanism on your BYWAY is located on the steering column.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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Automatic Levelling System
The Valid Treeline Levelling System (Figure 15-10) is an automatic one-touch levelling system designed specifically for you RV. Valid utilizes leading-edge technology to measure along 3 separate axes (across front and rear axles, and longitudinally) of the vehicle chassis to check for both level and twist and then accurately levels the vehicle. The flexible control process is automated to ensure that operation is simplified for the end user.
Refer to the manufactures owner’s manual to more information regarding this system.