Control and display systems for recreational vehicles
Control and monitor your on-board electrical system with ease
Central control for key functions and system information
Control and display systems form the interface between the user and the on-board electrical system. Depending on the vehicle's equipment, battery status, tank levels and temperatures can be displayed clearly, while selected vehicle functions can be controlled centrally.
AL-KO VT offers a range of control and display solutions for modern recreational vehicles, from compact test panels to control panels and touchscreens. The information displayed and the functions available depend on the specific system and its connected components. This allows the controls to be tailored to the vehicle and the existing on-board electrical system.
Control and display systems at a glance
From compact status displays to central control interfaces
Requirements for control and display systems vary with the vehicle design and equipment. AL-KO VT therefore offers different solutions for monitoring and operating on-board electrical systems.
- Control panels: bundle information and operating functions centrally in one place.
- Touch panels: enable intuitive operation via graphical user interfaces.
- Test panels: display selected information, such as battery or tank status, in a compact format.
- System monitoring: depending on the equipment, the energy supply, tank levels and temperatures can be monitored, for example.
- Gas detectors: add an additional monitoring and warning function to the on-board electronics.
- Connectivity: with compatible solutions, vehicle functions can also be monitored and controlled digitally.
Which control and display solution is right for your vehicle?
The right solution depends on the required functions, the on-board electrical system and ease of use
A compact test panel may be sufficient for monitoring individual values. However, if you want to display several values and operate different functions centrally, control panels and touchscreens offer a wider range of functions.
The key considerations are what information needs to be monitored and which functions need to be controlled. The existing on-board electrical system and the compatibility of the individual components must also be taken into account. This helps you choose an operating solution suited to the respective vehicle and system design.
Control & touch panels
Operate vehicle functions centrally and conveniently
Control and touch panels bring together key information and operating functions in one place within the vehicle. Depending on the model, different display sizes, control interfaces and feature sets are available. This allows you to select a suitable control and display solution for your specific vehicle architecture and connected components.
Test panels
Keep key system information in view – compact and clear
Test panels provide a clear display of selected information from the on-board electrical system. Depending on the model, battery or tank information can be checked quickly and easily. They are a compact solution for applications where monitoring essential operating values takes priority.
Gas detectors
Extra safety with reliable gas monitoring
Gas detectors add an important safety feature to your on-board electronics. Depending on the model, they monitor the vehicle interior for specific gases and sound an alarm when the relevant detection threshold is reached. This provides an additional warning function alongside existing control and monitoring technology.
ONDA – smart connectivity for your recreational vehicle
Monitor vehicle functions and energy data digitally
With ONDA, AL-KO VT offers a digital platform for connectivity in modern recreational vehicles. It brings together compatible vehicle functions, energy information and digital controls, providing greater transparency and control over connected systems.
Depending on the application, a range of solutions is available: ONDA Connectivity enables digital communication between the vehicle and the user, making compatible vehicle functions available via the app. The ONDA Smart System focuses on energy monitoring and management, connecting compatible components to provide information on battery status, energy consumption and solar output.
What to consider when choosing control and display systems
Interaction with the existing on-board electrical system is crucial
The information that can be displayed and the functions that can be controlled depend on the connected components, sensors and interfaces. Control and display systems should therefore be selected to match the existing or planned on-board electrical system.
When retrofitting, it is also essential to check which components and interfaces are already available. For existing vehicles, the ONDA platform also provides retrofit solutions, allowing compatible systems to be upgraded in stages with digital functions.
Frequently asked questions about control and display systems
The information and controls available depend on the specific panel and its connected components. Depending on the system, battery information, tank levels and temperatures can be displayed, while selected vehicle functions can be controlled centrally.
Control panels combine information displays and operating functions in one central interface. Test panels, on the other hand, focus on the compact display of selected operating values, such as battery or tank information.
Whether a control panel can be retrofitted depends on the existing on-board electrical system and the available interfaces. Before installation, check that the desired panel is compatible with the existing components.
ONDA Connectivity focuses on connecting, monitoring and controlling compatible vehicle functions. The ONDA Smart System, on the other hand, focuses on monitoring and managing the energy supply, including batteries, solar power and energy consumption. Both solutions are part of AL-KO VT's ONDA platform.
ONDA Connectivity supports approved gas sensors from E-Trailer. Whether a particular model can be integrated depends on the existing system architecture and the confirmed compatibility of the product. This does not imply any compatibility for the BMTCO and BMTG gas detectors listed on this page.