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Getting Started · Guide 03

Loading the Demo System

Use the built-in demo to instantly see a complete campervan electrical system — a great starting template.

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Click Load Demo Setup

In the header toolbar at the top of the page, click the "Load Demo Setup" button (the lightning bolt icon). DCPowerPlanner.com will immediately populate the canvas with a complete, pre-wired campervan 12V system — batteries, MPPT solar controller, DC-DC charger, Lynx distributor, inverter, shunt, and several load devices.

The demo campervan system loaded — a real-world 12V layout to explore.
The demo campervan system loaded — a real-world 12V layout to explore.
TipUse the demo as a template. Delete the components you don't need and swap in the ones that match your actual build.
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Reset the View to See Everything

After loading the demo, the canvas may not show all components at once. Click Reset View in the canvas toolbar to automatically zoom and center so all components are visible. You can then zoom in on specific areas with the scroll wheel.

Reset View applied — the full demo system fits neatly on screen.
Reset View applied — the full demo system fits neatly on screen.
TipNotice the colour-coded wires: red for DC positive, blue for DC negative, and purple for VE.Bus/data communications.
Full Walkthrough Step-by-step video with captions
💡 Tip: Turn on captions (CC button) for step-by-step descriptions as you watch.
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