Xantrex Freedom Basic Remote Control Panel 84-2056-01

Xantrex Freedom Basic Remote Control Panel – 84-2056-01

Product Description

The Xantrex Freedom Basic Remote Control Panel provides convenient remote monitoring and control of compatible Freedom inverter/charger systems from a helm, electrical panel, cabin or other accessible location. Designed for the Freedom 458, Freedom Combi and Freedom Marine inverter/charger families, the panel provides separate inverter and charger controls, battery and DC-load information, AC-input status, fault warnings and battery-setup functions without requiring direct access to the inverter/charger.

Key Features

• Genuine Xantrex remote control panel
• Manufacturer part number 84-2056-01
• Remote inverter and charger on/off controls
• Independent control of inverter and charging functions
• Push-button battery-type selection
• Programmable incoming AC breaker and power-sharing selection
• Manual battery-equalisation control for compatible flooded batteries
• Multi-colour LED operating indicators
• Battery-voltage and DC-current bar-graph displays
• Low-battery and overload warning indicators
• Splash-resistant front-panel design
• Suitable for marine, RV, commercial-vehicle and work-truck installations
• One-year manufacturer warranty

Product Compatibility

The Freedom Basic Remote Panel is intended for compatible Xantrex Freedom inverter/charger systems, including:

• Freedom 458
• Freedom Combi
• Freedom Marine Series inverter/chargers

Xantrex specifically lists compatibility with the following Freedom 458 models:

• 81-2010-12
• 81-2020-12
• 81-2022-12
• 81-2530-12

Monitoring Functions

The remote panel provides at-a-glance system information through its LED indicators and bar-graph displays, including:

• Battery state of charge
• DC battery voltage
• DC current draw
• Charging current
• Incoming AC-power status
• Inverter operating status
• Charger operating status
• Low-battery warning
• Overload warning
• System fault conditions

The DC-current display covers inverter standby through loads approaching 300 amps, depending on the connected inverter/charger and system operating condition.

Control Functions

The front-mounted controls allow the operator to:

• Turn the inverter function on or off
• Turn the charger function on or off
• Select the connected battery type
• Adjust incoming AC breaker capacity
• Configure power sharing
• Initiate battery equalisation where appropriate

Power sharing allows the inverter/charger to reduce charging demand when limited shore power or generator capacity must also supply other onboard AC loads.

Battery Compatibility

The panel provides battery setup selections for compatible:

• Flooded or wet-cell lead-acid batteries
• Gel batteries
• AGM batteries

Battery selection must match the connected battery bank and the charging requirements specified by the battery manufacturer. Equalisation should only be used with battery types that permit it; sealed AGM and gel batteries must not be equalised unless specifically authorised by their manufacturer.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Xantrex
• Product name: Freedom Basic Remote Panel
• Part number: 84-2056-01
• System voltage display range: 10.0–15.5V DC
• DC-current display range: Idle/off to less than 10–300 amps
• Operating-temperature range: 0°C to 70°C
• Compatible battery selections: Wet, gel and AGM
• Front-panel design: Splash resistant
• Warranty: One year

Dimensions and Weight

• Overall dimensions: 5.75 × 3.75 × 1.75 inches (146 × 95 × 25 mm)
• Required panel cutout: 4.875 × 2.875 inches (116 × 73 mm)
• Weight: 3 oz / 85 g

Fitment Notice

This remote panel is designed for specific older Xantrex Freedom inverter/charger platforms. It is not interchangeable with remote panels used for:

• Freedom XC or Freedom XC Pro
• Freedom SW
• Freedom HF
• Freedom EX
• PROsine
• XPower or PROwatt inverters

Confirm the inverter/charger model and original Xantrex part number before ordering. Similar-looking Xantrex remote panels may use different communication protocols, wiring and control functions.

Installation Notes

Install the panel in a dry, readily accessible position where the LED indicators can be clearly viewed. The splash-resistant face does not make the panel waterproof, so it should not be mounted where it will be exposed to direct spray, washdown water or standing moisture.

Before installation:

• Disconnect shore power and generator power
• Turn off the inverter/charger
• Isolate the battery bank as directed by the inverter manual
• Confirm the required panel cutout
• Route the remote cable away from sharp edges, heat and high-current conductors
• Ensure the cable connectors are fully seated and protected from corrosion

Follow the installation instructions for the connected Freedom inverter/charger. Do not connect or disconnect communication wiring while the system is energised unless the manufacturer’s procedure specifically permits it.

When This Product Needs Replacement

Inspect or replace the remote panel if:

• The inverter or charger controls no longer respond
• Battery-voltage or amperage indicators become inaccurate or intermittent
• Warning LEDs fail to illuminate during a known fault
• The panel repeatedly loses communication with the inverter/charger
• Buttons stick or fail to operate
• The faceplate or mounting tabs are cracked
• Cable connectors show corrosion or physical damage
• Water intrusion is visible behind the panel
• The panel has been connected to an incompatible inverter system

Before replacing the panel, inspect the remote cable, connectors, battery voltage and inverter/charger communication port.

Included Components

Package contents can vary with distributor and production date, but the product is normally supplied as the Freedom Basic Remote Control Panel. Confirm whether the required remote communication cable, mounting hardware or installation template is included with the specific package being purchased.

Alternate Part Numbers

• Xantrex part number: 84-2056-01
• Unhyphenated reference: 84205601
• Product name: Freedom Basic Remote Panel
• Alternate description: Freedom Remote Control Panel
• Distributor SKU: 262-84205601

Related Products

• Xantrex 31626200 Freedom SW Remote Cable, 50 ft – Remote communication cable for compatible Freedom systems
• Xantrex 808-1802 Freedom X Bluetooth Remote Panel – Remote panel for Freedom X series (not compatible with this unit)
• Xantrex Remote Panel with 25 ft Cable (808-0817-01) – Alternative remote panel with cable included
• Xantrex Freedom XC Inverter/Charger, 2000W – Newer Freedom XC series (requires different remote panel)
• Xantrex Freedom SW Inverter/Charger, 3000W, 12V – Freedom SW series (requires different remote panel)

Parts Desk Insight

This panel belongs to the earlier Freedom 458, Combi and Freedom Marine product families and should not be selected solely by appearance. Confirm the exact inverter/charger model before ordering, because newer Freedom X, XC and SW systems use different remote panels and communication connections.