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12V Guru – solar – Roof or portable
Hi 12V Guru, I am restoring an old caravan and want some advice on whether to install solar panels on the roof as it probably
5 Mistakes to Avoid In RV Maintenance
For RV owners, routine maintenance is crucial to guarantee secure and comfortable travel experiences. Despite being experienced, RV owners may commit errors that result in
Road Trip Ready: Battery Management Tips for Your RV Adventure
Embarking on a new adventure can be thrilling, but a dead battery or frequent power outages can quickly spoil the fun. That’s why proper battery
5 Essential Tips for Safe Towing: A Guide for BMPRO Users
Exploring the outdoors and experiencing new things can be an exciting experience, especially when towing a caravan, boat or trailer. Nevertheless, it can also be
BMPRO, all set to boost adventures with its new ProBoost DC-DC charger range
Melbourne, Victoria: BMPRO today announced the release of its new ProBoost range of DC-DC chargers as part of its ongoing commitment to making adventure travel
12V Guru – Understanding DC-DC charging
Hi 12V Guru, My wife and I are getting little lost with all the difference ways to charge the battery in our caravan and were
How To Maximise Comfort & Convenience On Your Next Road Trip
RV road trips are an excellent way to experience the freedom of the open road and explore new destinations. With an RV you have the
The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Your Devices Fully Charged on Your Next Trip
Are you planning a road trip or a camping adventure soon? If you are, then one of the most important things you will need to
12V Guru – Bigger is not necessarily better
12V Guru, There seems to be this competition among my mates at the moment as to who has the bigger power system in regard to
What Emergencies May Happen During Your Trip and How to Prevent Them?
When planning a trip in your RV or caravan, it is important to consider the potential emergencies that may happen during your trip. Some of
3 Must-Have RVs For Summertime Adventures
School’s out, summer’s here – which can only mean one thing – it’s time to pack up the family and head for your next adventure.
Why Lithium? 10 Reasons Why Lithium Batteries Are The Best Choice For Off-Grid Travellers
For many adventurers, travel is a way of life. You like to spend your days exploring, off-roading and packing in adrenaline rushes. If you love
How to Ensure Trail Safety While Caravanning
There’s nothing quite like being outdoors – the sense of freedom and beauty of being one with nature. It’s an opportunity to hit pause on
Tips for Road Trips with Dogs
With the holidays just around the corner, most of us are looking for a must-deserved break after a busy year. Catching up with loved ones,
12V Guru – dc to DC chargers
Hi, I get confused with whether I need a DC-DC charger or simply an isolator or similar for my second battery, which we charge the
12V Guru – ESC Wiring in your caravan
Hi, Complete caravan novice here. I have a JAYCO CROSSTRAK (and still waiting for the delivery of a new PRADO). I have also installed WiTi
A Year in Highlight With BMPRO 2022
Emerging out of a season of lockdowns, 2022 has been a year of reconnection. With a drive to return to pre-pandemic normalcy, the caravanning industry
12V Guru – Battery Storage Part II
Hi 12V Guru, I just read that I shouldn’t leave my 2 x 120 AMP AGM batteries continually connected to a smart charger, a CTEK
12V Guru – Increase Battery Capacity
Good Day Mr Bayliss, I seek your assistance in understanding the value of having a number of batteries connected vs a single battery. I am
Into the Great Unknown with the Mascadri Family
Not too long ago, the Mascadri’s made the decision to sell their house, quit their jobs and hit the road to explore the great unknown.
BMPRO’s Tastiest and Easiest Meals to Make on A Trip
In all the ‘busyness’ of life, road trips and camping are one of the few solaces available to us adventurers. While the journey and adventure
Mistakes To Avoid on Your First Caravanning Trip
Setting out on your first caravanning trip can be both exciting and daunting. No longer designated just for the “grey nomad”, caravanning has transformed (especially
12V Guru – External Battery Storage
I have noticed many new caravans now have their electrical batteries installed externally, in a metal box attached to the caravan chassis. I’m assuming this
Top 5 Aussie Travel Photographers to Follow
Australia’s naturescape is second to none and taking to the open road in your car or caravan is an excellent way to explore all that
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Caravan for You
Investing in a caravan is a big decision and the first step to planning an epic road adventure. However, before you can set off on
12V Guru – AGM Battery Storage
We regularly are asked by our readers as to what is the best practise and recommended storage for batteries in caravans, so this month we’ve
Exploring Australia with Drew and Sal Paas
With a dream in mind and the will to turn it into reality, Melbourne-based Drew and Sal escaped the bustle of the city to travel
BMPRO launches ASPERO – an all-new power management system designed for camper trailers and entry-level RVers
MELBOURNE, Victoria – Inspired by the great outdoors, BMPRO continues to expand its range of rugged, smart, and reliable products with its newest addition, ASPERO. Australian-made
Top 5 Fitness Tips While Road Tripping
Have you ever been on a long road trip, just sitting in the same seat for hours on end wishing that it would be over?
Top 5 Adventure Activities (On A Budget)
A sunny day in Australia is guaranteed to result in a phone call from your friends encouraging you to go out on a new adventure.
12V Guru – Taking Care of Your BMPRO BP35 unit and Loose Connections
Question to 12V Guru: Hey 12V Guru, We recently sent a BMPRO BP35 35 unit back to your team under warranty as it appeared damaged
Exploring Western Canada Now Improved with BMPRO Onboard
Elkhart, Indiana: Leading Smart RV and power management solutions provider, BMPRO has landed — ready to hit the scenic highways of beautiful Alberta, Canada through
12V Guru – Choosing The Right Lithium Battery Set Up For Your Caravan
Question to 12V Guru: Good morning, We have ordered a new caravan which will have 220 litre Compressor Fridge and it was suggested that in
How many adventurers does it take to change a battery?
How many adventurers does it take to change a battery? Changing a battery doesn’t have to be difficult, follow our step-by-step guide below. Tools required:
ProSmart range grows with ProSmart Starter
25 March 2022, MELBOURNE, Australia – Following the recent release of ProSmart Premium in October 2021, BMPRO has now announced a latest addition to its
12V Guru – Inverters Essentials
Question to 12V Guru: G’day 12V Guru , I have recently upgraded my vans 12 V electric system with LiFePo4 batteries & associated charger &
RVMaster – smart RV Control in your hands
BMPRO News Fresh off the heels of launching the ProSmart innovation, BMPRO’s latest update to their Smart RV System RVMaster is now providing American RV
ProSmart 2.0 – First App Update Now Available
1st of December, 2021 – Press Release Following the recent release of the multi-functional ProSmart system, BMPRO has now announced that the ProSmart mobile application
Protect your caravan batteries
Now that the states are opening their borders, we are all getting filled with joy at the perspective to travel again and start planning our
ProSmart monitoring system now available in Premium
27 October 2021, MELBOURNE, Australia– BMPRO has announced that its revolutionary technology, ProSmart monitoring system, will now be available in an all-new Premium version, further
12V Guru – Inverters with Batteries
Question to 12V Guru: Hi 12V Guru – love the idea of what I hear about inverters but my research tells me I need to
Battery and Power Management For Your Caravan
This article was initially published in August 2018 and has been updated in September 2021. For those venturing off the blacktop and into the Australian
Video: Embark on a Great Ocean Road Adventure with ProSmart
Great Ocean Road Adventures with ProSmart BMPRO has launched a new campaign that takes viewers on an adventure along the Great Ocean Road with the
Fast Battery Chargers – Really?
Question to 12V Guru: Hi BMPRO, have been trying to understand why, when I have a fast battery charger and it tells me that the
Lithium battery chargers
This post has been originally published in May 2019 and has been updated in September 2021. When we wrote this blog post initially, lithium batteries
BMPRO further expands Jayco relationship with TravelLINK
August 16, 2021, Elkhart, IN – BMPRO has strengthened its relationship with RV manufacturing giant, Jayco, Inc. providing a wider range of RVs with the
Your Next Outdoor Adventure? Take Mobile Apps With You!
Many of us can remember how exciting camping was in the early 2010’s, with solar panels and chargers becoming widely accessible and 4G transforming our
How to choose quality lithium battery?
Question to 12V Guru: I am thinking about changing my battery set-up from the box standard AGM ones to a lithium set up in our
ProSmart turns old into new
The days of guessing are over with New Technology available for everyone. Guessing how much gas you have in your cylinder based on muscular strain
BMPRO expands the range of Smart RV systems in the US
June 30, 2021, Elkhart, IN – BMPRO’s expansion into the US market is transforming how Americans adventure with the help of Smart RV systems such
BMPRO – Finalist for Australian Business Awards 2021
New from BMPRO On the back of our nomination as a finalist for the Australian Small Business Champion Awards, BMPRO has been named as a
BMPRO named finalist for 2021 Australian Small Business Champion Award
BMPRO has been named as a finalist for the Australian Small Business Champion Awards 2021 – a prestigious event designed to highlight the achievement, innovation,
12V Guru – Fixing Faulty Lights
Question to 12V Guru: Hey 12V Guru – we have purchased a secondhand van that is at least 15 years old and we keep having
Battery Storage: keep connected or top up?
Question to 12V Guru: I enjoy reading your column – it’s very informative. I have two 120AH AGM batteries in my caravan. Currently when it’s
Lithium upgrade package now available
battery management system upgrade to lithium From $1599 for complete upgrade of caravan power to lithium BMPRO has been at the forefront of introducing Lithium
BMPRO Launches ProSmart Monitor To Revolutionize Adventures
An all-new RV power solution is set to revolutionize the way we use technology while on an adventure. BMPRO presents ProSmart – a technology that
BMPRO Onboard Jayco Australia 2021
BMPRO Continues to supply Jayco Australia in 2021 BMPRO continues to collaborate with Jayco Australia on the range of the power supply solutions as well
Caravan Technology: how much do you need?
Question to 12V Guru: How Much Technology Do We Need In A Caravan? Hi 12 Guru – I am in a dilemma as hubby and
Updated Trek is now a part of the Odyssey system
Trek, one of Australia’s most popular RV displays for caravans, motorhomes and campers has been revamped with a new look and additional optional functions for
“That which does not kill us makes us stronger.” – BMPRO looks back to 2020
No business was immune to the challenges of 2020, and BMPRO was not an exception. With lockdowns imposed in Australia and business closures in the
J35 series product update
J35 Battery Management System news J35 battery management system range has been updated to answer a growing consumer demand in lithium batteries, with two out
12V Guru – Poor Battery Connections
Question to 12V Guru: why are my batteries not performing? We have just started travelling around WA after the various COVID lockdowns and have noticed
12V Guru – What Size Inverter – Part 2
Question to 12V Guru: What size Inverter would I need? – part 2. Welcome back to my last month’s response to Mitch on inverters. You
BMPRO releases new Odyssey app for mobile phones
PRODUCT RELEASE – 28th January 2021 The Smart RV Odyssey, designed and manufactured by BMPRO locally in Melbourne, has just been enhanced with a new
12V Guru – Caravan Breakaway System Battery
Question to 12V Guru Hi 12V Guru, It was interesting to read the segment in issue 600 of Caravan World regarding the breakaway system batteries. My
12V Guru – What size inverter do I need?
Question to 12V Guru: What size Inverter would I need? I think I am missing out – we are out free camping and everyone camped
How to charge and monitor lithium batteries?
Enhancing your caravan 12V system With lithium batteries now the clear choice for the lovers of free camping, many caravan owners upgrade their 12V system
12V Guru – Lithium BMS – What’s Inside Lithium Battery
Question to 12V Guru:What is a Lithium battery BMS? Hey 12V Guru – getting confused with what everyone is calling a BMS with the new
12V Guru – Best setup for caravan battery charging
Question to 12V Guru: What is the best setup for caravan battery charging? Hi Dave, Can you please advise the best and most cost effective
Virtual Shows – The Way of the Future?
BMPRO is recognised as a global leader in the supply of battery management systems for the recreational vehicle (RV) industry, and boasts a bold approach
BMPRO extends its range of Lithium Batteries
Melbourne, 29 September 2020 BMPRO as a manufacturer of lithium compatible battery chargers, battery management systems and other lithium compatible products for the caravan industry,
12V Guru – How To Maintain 12V Caravan Gear
Question to 12V Guru: maintenance tips for a safe trip Hey 12V Guru – last month you spoke about many caravanners not understanding the basics
12V Guru – Is AGM Battery Maintenance Free?
Question to 12V Guru: Is AGM battery maintenance free? Dear David, I have recently read with great interest your article regarding battery placement in caravans
The rise of the RV apps
Mobile app technology has changed the way we camp – for the better, and RV apps make the life of travellers easier. It’s hard to
12V Guru – adding battery to caravan 12V system
Question to 12V Guru: adding battery to caravan Hi 12V Guru, I’m going to upgrade my 12V system on my van. I currently have 2
12V Guru – Simple 12V Power System for Travelling Big Lap
Question to 12V Guru: Planning a Big Lap, need a simple 12V power system setup G’day David, Thank you for your on-going expert advice. I’m
How long will it last? – caravan lithium battery put to the real-life test
They say that lithium batteries would outperform AGMs in RV applications, but can we compare apples to apples and find out how long a caravan
12V Guru – lead acid battery storage and safety
Question to 12V Guru What is the best practice for lead acid battery storage in the caravan? A friend had his sealed AGM expand and leaked
12V Guru – Get Your Caravan Electrical System Ready For The Trip
Question to 12V Guru We have had our van in storage for the past 6 months with all this dramas going on with COVID-19 and
RV Lithium Batteries – The new kid on the block
RV Lithium batteries – deep cycle applications Lithium batteries have been around for a long time. Many people would recognise smaller cell AA and AAA
12V Guru – maintaining deep cycle batteries in storage
Question to 12V Guru I own a 2018 Concept Innovation caravan which is fitted with a BatteryPlus35SR Battery Management System and BMPRO Trek controller, a
12V Guru – RV energy saving tips
Question to 12V Guru How to manage your usage of power in a caravan without extra batteries, storage, solar panels and so on? We have
What size battery charger do I need?
When buying a 12V charger, look at its ratings and charging cycles to determine what size battery charger would do the job best. Battery types
12V Guru – How to power 12V DC fridge while driving?
Question to 12V Guru: is my 12V DC fridge charging while I am driving? My question relates to keeping 12V DC power to the fridge
SmartConnect range of Bluetooth sensors for RVs
Bluetooth sensors bring a new level of RV integration to caravan owners BMPRO releases the SmartConnect range of Bluetooth sensors, integrated with smart RV control
12V Guru – How to dust proof your caravan?
Question to 12V Guru What’s the best way to keep the dust off your camper or caravan? With the large increase in “off-road” caravans on
12V Guru – can I charge breakaway battery from caravan house battery?
Question to 12V Guru My Jayco van battery is charged with a Setec ST-III power supply when on mains power and a solar panel when
Drifter, Trek and Odyssey for integrated RV monitoring
Why monitor the power in our RVs Many of us love camping for its simplicity; the laid back and fuss-free lifestyle it offers us in
How much gas is left in your gas bottle?
BMPRO takes the guess work out of this question in releasing SmartSense, an accurate gas bottle monitor to Australian BBQ lovers and RVers. SmartSense is
12V Guru – how to charge the breakaway system battery?
Question to 12V Guru My Breakaway System Breaksafe 6000 is charged during travelling, via car, but when trying to charge through external battery charger, it
New models of Bluetooth battery monitor BatteryCheck
Five years ago, BMPRO offered the Australian RV market a world first, patented, innovative wireless monitor, BatteryCheck, which enabled the ability to monitor a caravan
BMPRO SwayControl for towing safety on the road
The subject of towing safety is on everybody’s lips with the most recent incident of a caravan rollover in North Queensland and with Caravan Industry
12V Guru – can I mix solar and mains to charge my battery?
Question to 12V Guru: Can I mix solar and mains? Firstly, thanks for all the great suggestions/answers r.e. 12V systems. Secondly, I will appreciate it
YouTube How-to videos to support international customers
BMPRO supports their U.S. customers with a range of how-to videos on their YouTube channel. Earlier this year, BMPRO launched their new smart RV
The rise of the Smart RV technology
Smart technology and app-controlled devices are changing caravanning and camping industry, allowing more diverse groups of people to travel more often, longer, further and smarter.
12V Guru – Can I connect lithium batteries in parallel?
Question to 12V Guru – Can I connect lithium batteries in parallel? We have heard stories about lithium and their benefits and reckon we want
Caravan water level indicator
Carrying enough high quality water to provide for your family’s day-to-day needs throughout your trip, as well as in emergency situations, is vital for RVers.
How to clean and empty your RV water tanks
Your water tanks are the lifeline of your RV so keeping them clean and in working order is vital. One of the things that makes
12V Guru – can I use a generator to power the AC-DC charger?
Question to 12V Guru Hi Dave, some months ago I decided to buy a portable generator for my 2014 Jurgens Lunagazer caravan for those free
Australian Airstream powered by BMPRO
If you have been to Victorian Caravan Camping & Touring Supershow in Melbourne this February, you should have noticed a small, yet incredibly stylish silver
