Why you need the ActiveStart Softstarter for your RV!

We had the pleasure of working with Active Controls which is a design and assembly company that specializes in custom controls featuring the ActiveStart and Active Controls Soft Start. We wanted to share with you the 30 amp ActiveStart plug & play soft starter which will enable you to run your air conditioner with other appliances on a smaller generator or a smaller shore power circuit. It has multiple uses including a soft starter, surge protection, circuit power analyzer and comes with an amazing app which enables you to monitor your power consumption of your RV in real time.
Active Controls website: www.active-controlsllc.com/
Look for the 50 amp model coming soon!
You can receive a 5% discount by using our code OSBS2023
NOTE: This unit was customized so that it could run above the rated current but all models shipped will only allow 32 amps.
We hope you enjoy our video and please let us know if you have any questions!
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[@byronhowe6753]

Really good video 😊easy how too

[@OutsidebySide]

@byronhowe6753 Thank you for watching & glad to know our video was helpful! 😀

[@kkutube1972]

Well explained and very understandable for me who just purchased a generator.

[@OutsidebySide]

@kkutube1972 We are glad to hear! Thanks for reaching out & happy camping! 🤩

[@FrugalShave]

Very useful video. I was very skeptical about spending this much money vs installing a soft start in the RV AC unit for half the price. This video was one of the videos that helped me justify the additional cost.

[@OutsidebySide]

@FrugalShave We are glad to hear our video helped you make your decision. Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@pokeyboy1]

This looks like a great device. I am switching from Class C to Trailer and want that boon docking ability. Even at Walmart. I was going to install at the AC but i think this device has much more benefits - thks

[@OutsidebySide]

@pokeyboy1 We are so happy to hear our vide was helpful! It's great to have the ability to boondock anytime you want! Thanks for watching and happy camping! 😃

[@bertkelly7650]

That would've come in handy on a hot summer day in a campground we were in. The voltage was too low (110v) to run my AC. I thought my AC was broke until I got home and used my generator to check if it was. Nope, musta been the low voltage. Maybe I should bring my generator along on hot camping days? After watching one of your videos, I bought a surge protector and those sewer cap removers using your Amazon page. Thanks for your review!

[@OutsidebySide]

@bertkelly7650 This device is a game changer for sure! We are so glad to hear our videos have been helpful! Thanks for watching & supporting our channel! 🤩

[@Cargocampman]

I would love to see what’s inside that little box. Has anybody taken it apart yet?

[@OutsidebySide]

@Cargocampman Great idea! We have one that we burned up so maybe we will open it up and post a short video! 😀

[@Cargocampman]

Please let me know when you do I will watch and like and subscribe

[@shoveljunk-americanpatriot7603]

Excellent explanation. Thank you.

[@OutsidebySide]

@shoveljunk-americanpatriot7603Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@surgepro322able]

On the power options, you didn't show one for 15 Amp outlet at someone's home?

[@OutsidebySide]

@surgepro322able Good point! We were mainly focused on the 30 amp plug for the generator but we do use it at home often. It works great! Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@byronhowe6753]

Nice run down , great how to video

[@OutsidebySide]

@byronhowe6753 Thanks for watching! 😄

[@mega-hb4re]

I love mine.

[@OutsidebySide]

@mega-hb4re So happy to hear! Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@clintbeers41]

Looks like a nice product but crazy expensive.

[@OutsidebySide]

@clintbeers41 It is definitely a wonderful asset we feel is worth the money. Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@tonyfontana8222]

We’ll done ! Just what is was looking for !

[@OutsidebySide]

@tonyfontana8222 Wonderful to hear! Thanks for watching our video! 🤩

[@utubemouse]

Thank you

[@OutsidebySide]

@utubemouse Thanks for watching! 😊

[@acglobal]

Great product! I've always thought it was essential for any RV.

[@OutsidebySide]

@acglibal It is definitely a must! Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@brandiwood9338]

I purchased this and thanks for the promo code! Love your channel and adventures!

[@OutsidebySide]

@brandiwood9338 Thanks Brandi! We appreciate you supporting our channel! Happy camping! 🫶🥳

[@kevinmartin4787]

Thanks! 👍👍👍👍

[@OutsidebySide]

@kevinmartin4787 This is an awesome product! Thanks for watching our video! 😃

[@michaelsonleitner5724]

Thanks Tonya and David! Wish this was available last year. I bought the Progressive Industries RV Surge Protector 30 Amp with Electrical Management System which give me the same info but on the pedestal.

[@OutsidebySide]

@michaelsonleitner5724 We aren’t very familiar with that one. The soft start feature sure is a game changer! Does yours have the monitoring app? Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@michaelsonleitner5724]

@@OutsidebySide The surge protector was one recommended by Mike And Susan (RVBlogger) on their must haves for Newbies. It shows most of the info yours shows but it is on the device. No app for this (could position the device and read it via binoculars 😄😄)

[@OutsidebySide]

@@michaelsonleitner5724 Understand! When you are ready for an upgrade, the ActiveStart would be great to have! Happy camping! 🚌🪵🤩

[@deestarrholisticpractition6054]

What about using a solar system kit? Have you ever used one? Can you let us know what you think about it, is it worth it, and what your experiences are around the solar system for travel trailers, and we love your newbie vids, thx

[@OutsidebySide]

@deestarholisticpractition6054 We have not had the opportunity to use solar but we would like to when we upgrade our trailer. Thanks for watching our videos & happy camping! 🤩

[@williejwrightjr]

I’ve seen in a lot of videos that you should start the generator first and let it run for 5 minutes and then plug your RV cable into the generator because it could damage the generator or fry the RV

[@OutsidebySide]

@williejwrightjr We haven’t heard of this but thank you for the tip! We will look into this. Thanks for watching! 😀

[@ricktaylor6373]

The all in one cost a bit more than installing soft start on the ac but well worth it. When I got our class C parked at home I can run my ac on house current! No kidding. When we get ready for a month long trip we got it plugged in and getting ready to go. Good video and demo for all to see. It might be pricey but it’s worth every penny.

[@OutsidebySide]

@ricktaylor6373 We think it’s worth it as well. Our favorite gadget so far! Thanks for watching. 🤩

[@vxmine]

I'm still new to this, but quick question. One of the features of the wired in soft start is to lessen the AC "kick in" noise in the trailer. Does this product provide that feature also?

[@OutsidebySide]

@vxmine It definitely helps with the startup surge but not sure about the noise. We can find out & get back with you on that. Thanks for watching!

[@markdoyle5542]

​@@OutsidebySide This is focused on generator in rush current reduction. The soft starts for specifically for the AC also sold by Active Start would be your best bet for reducing the noise of compressor turn on.

[@OutsidebySide]

@@markdoyle5542 Thanks!

[@JaredCarter84]

Can you run 2 AC on a 30amp if I couldn’t get a 50amp pole with this ?

[@OutsidebySide]

@MrEhateva45 Good question but we are not sure. We can find out and let you know! They will be coming out with the 50amp soon. Thanks for watching!

[@markdoyle5542]

Based on size 2 15k BTU might be a stretch if they both engaged at the same time. Two 12k i imagine will work. Side question commercial or generator power? Generator in rush current might be to much if in ECO mode.

[@davekepler8371]

Thanks for the review. Just found your channel. Would this softstarter work the same way if you were using a 2000 watt solar generator?

[@OutsidebySide]

@davekepler8371 We are so happy to hear you found out channel! We would say that yes, the ActiveStart would help with the surge for your solar generator, however we have not tried it on a solar generator. Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@davekepler8371]

@@OutsidebySide I did purchase the unit and used your promo code! Thanks, God bless, and safe travels!

[@markdoyle5542]

Yes it would! 100% help reduce the current rush on your solar set up.

[@OutsidebySide]

@@markdoyle5542 thanks for your comment! 🤩

[@conammit]

Could I plug that into my 4000 watt SunGold power inverter?

[@OutsidebySide]

@conammit It should work with that as long as you can plug it in to the power source on the 120 volt or input side. Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@markdoyle5542]

YES as long as your plug matches.

[@dannythervguy]

I'll only get one if they give me one like they give everyone else.

[@OutsidebySide]

@dannyfabricio4318 Maybe you can spend the entire day doing a video review. 🤩

[@ronskoog9896]

As of 5/29/23 This product is Not Available for purchase. Any info on how to purchase one would be helpful.

[@OutsidebySide]

@ronskoog9896 We are showing that you can purchase on the Active Controls website. Here is the link: active-controls-llc.myshopify.com/ Please let us know if you have any additional questions! 🤩

[@lyleswavel320]

Read that it will not work on camper set up for boondocks camping that has solar and inverter, something about inverter will shut it down, bummer for us boondockers

[@OutsidebySide]

@lylewavel320 That’s interesting & we can definitely check with Active Controls on this! If you are boon docking w/ Solar, would you need this? Thanks for watching! 🤩

[@lyleswavel320]

@OutsidebySide I would appreciate that, because I want one, but seen 2 comments that inverter caused it not to work, I would like to run my generator at home for back up if electric goes out in 110° heat index, just went through that 2 weeks ago, 4 days no power in northeast Texas