Travelerstoo Posted October 15, 2023 Share Posted October 15, 2023 Thought I would share my latest projects… We enjoy boondocking mostly. While we enjoy the utility of our Ollie inverter, I’m trying to convert as many appliances to operate on twelve volt as possible. 12 Volt Television Conversation We sometimes enjoy streaming video or playing a downloaded movie at the end of our day. I looked into 12 volt televisions but good ones like the Jensen are expensive and besides, the Oliver installed Vizio works satisfactorily. So, I found a way to convert the Vizio to operate directly from the Ollie battery. Opening the [TV] case I located a Tiny Whoop 12 volt input. I purchased a Tiny Whoop JST-PH 2.0 male plug for the input. I was concerned about the sensitive electronic [Vizio] components given the variability of the voltage of our batteries. I solved this by integrating a Voltage Stabilizer DC 12 Volt Regulator/12 Volt Surge Protector. This was mounted to the rear of the [TV] case. Finally, I integrated a fused 12 volt charging cable with cigarette lighter type plug. I plug into the outlet in the cabinet above the TV when needed. Works great! TV operates normally. 12 Volt Security System Where we often find ourselves camping in secluded desert or forest we are a bit concerned about security when we’re out hiking or otherwise away from our Ollie. We use many devices to immobilize the trailer but we’re still concerned about someone breaking in. So, I purchased an inexpensive KERUI Alarm System on Amazon. It’s designed to be powered by house current with an adapter. I eliminated the adapter and wired in a 12 volt to 9 volt DC Converter, Voltage Regulator to power the alarm; plugged into a twelve volt outlet. It uses a handheld remote to activate or deactivate and I use the included motion sensors inside. Works great! Alarm is very scary!!! 12 Volt UV LED Water Treatment System To complement our three stage water purification system we installed the Acuva UV LED ArrowMAX 2.0 Water Treatment System at the galley sink. (Okay, so I’m a bit obsessive about our drinking water.) The system comes with a 12 volt adapter to use with shore power. I eliminated this by wiring a 12 volt line to the fuse panel. 12 Volt Portable Freezer We like to store plenty of food for grilling and extended travel and so that we can purchase frozen food in reasonable quantities. Where our Ollie freezer is so limited we use the Dometic CFX3 35 Refrigerator/Freezer for this. I ran a 12 volt line to the basement storage area and installed a marine grade 12 volt outlet. The CFX3 35 runs on 120 volt or 12 volt. So, when we’re traveling, the freezer gets plugged into the 120 volt outlet in the bed of our pickup. When we’re camped, the freezer is positioned just to the rear of the Ollie and plugged into the basement 12 volt outlet. Uses very little power! Next project Adapting the Starlink to run off 12 volt… 6 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudicca908 Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 On 10/15/2023 at 1:41 PM, Travelerstoo said: Next project Adapting the Starlink to run off 12 volt… I am wondering -- have you moved forward with your project to provide 12 volt for Starlink? Oliver Elite II Twin (delivered 3/28/2022) Tow Vehicle: Chevy Silverado 2500HD diesel "Estrella" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travelerstoo Posted May 30 Author Share Posted May 30 On 5/10/2024 at 3:50 PM, Boudicca908 said: I am wondering -- have you moved forward with your project to provide 12 volt for Starlink? Hi, yes! Sorry I didn’t respond sooner. I was not aware of your query… So, I converted my [version 2] Starlink to run off 12 volt and without cutting or modifying cables using Yaosheng branded adapter found on Amazon: Injector with Comprehensive Protection for Standard Actuated Starlink. Additionally I am using my own tp-link router.Both the Starlink Dish and router are powered off 12 volt. I mounted everything inside and underneath the nightstand drawer. See photos attached. You won’t see the router here where I use it in the house when we’re not traveling. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudicca908 Posted May 31 Share Posted May 31 22 hours ago, Travelerstoo said: So, I converted my [version 2] Starlink to run off 12 volt and without cutting or modifying cables Thanks for sharing! So far, I’ve been keeping everything except the dish in a waterproof box that sits on my “sofa” near the curbside window. I plug into the overhead outlet, and pass the dish through the curbside window, gently closing the screen and shades… (I have the Twin Bed Oliver E2 with one mattress and one side serving as a sofa/guest bed). I’ve found it fairly convenient, and only use about half the cord to the dish. One day I plan to upgrade my system. Oliver Elite II Twin (delivered 3/28/2022) Tow Vehicle: Chevy Silverado 2500HD diesel "Estrella" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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