Kevin Means
Site Team
As I remember Frank, you've got the same solar controller I have - the Outback FM-80. I don't remember the exact amount of power it consumes when it goes into sleep-mode (not charging) but it's very little. Certainly nowhere near the power it would take to drain your batteries.
If you're going to be camping with the other RVForum folks at Quartzsite, I'd recommend hooking up with Bill Waugh. He's very knowledgeable about RV solar stuff, and he tows a stacker behind his motorhome that literally has a complete shop in it. I don't like to volunteer other people's help and resources, but I know Bill, and I know he'd be happy to help you install your Trimetric.
Kev
If you're going to be camping with the other RVForum folks at Quartzsite, I'd recommend hooking up with Bill Waugh. He's very knowledgeable about RV solar stuff, and he tows a stacker behind his motorhome that literally has a complete shop in it. I don't like to volunteer other people's help and resources, but I know Bill, and I know he'd be happy to help you install your Trimetric.
Kev