Installation and Operation Manual

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RV CONTROL AND MONITORING SYSTEM

Patent # (D776,068)

Patent # (D762,644)

Patent # US 9,679,735

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NCSP3

Installation and Operation Manual

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™ NCSP3 RV CONTROL AND MONITORING SYSTEM Installation and Operation Manual Patent # (D776,068) Patent # (D762,644) Patent # US 9,679,735
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NCSP3 Important Safety Information Read the iN-Command Manual, and these warnings and instructions carefully before using this product. Failure to follow the use instructions in this owner’s manual, or improper use of the Mobile Application, Display Commander and/or Body Control Module, could result in personal injury, including death. Do not operate while vehicle is being driven. The Mobile Application, Display Commander and/or Body Control Module should not be used while the vehicle is being driven.
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NCSP3 • TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ��3 INTRODUCTION ��4 Thank You! ��4 Features ��4 Precautions ��4 Packing List ��
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NCSP3 • INTRODUCTION • Thank You! Thank you for choosing a iN-Command product. We hope you will find the instructions in this owner’s manual clear and easy to follow. If you take a few minutes to look through it, you’ll learn how to use all the features of your new iN-Command system for maximum enjoyment.
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NCSP3 • INSTALLATION • Mounting the Display Commander (DC) It’s a good idea to read all of the instructions before beginning the installation. • Use the mounting hole diagram to measure and cut a mounting hole, allowing space below for future programming via USB drive • Route power wires through the hole and connect • Check and ensure correct operation • Mount the unit using four #8 PH (0.164” x 0.
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DETAIL H DETAIL E 100 99 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 90 89 88 87 86 85 84 83 82 81 80 79 78 77 76 75 74 73 72 71 70 69 68 67 66 65 64 63 62 100 - GND 99 - +12VDC OUT 57 58 59 60 61 64 - AWNING LIGHT GND 63 - AWNING LIGHT 12V 5A OUT 62 - AWNING SWITCH INPUT 12V 67 - WATER PUMP +12V IN 10A 66 - WATER PUMP GND 65 - WATER PUMP +12V OUT 10A 12V OUT 15 AMP (AWNING#1) GND OUT (AWNING#1) 12V OUT 15 AMP (AWNING#2) GND OUT (AWNING#2) 71 70 69 68 12V OUT 30 AMP (FRONT JACKS) GND OUT (FRONT JACKS) 12V OUT 30 AMP
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7 A A End of Line terminator resister.
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NCSP3 Settings Bluetooth Wi-Fi Date & time Edit Passcode Brightness Calibration System Reset Information Software Administration • SETUP MENU LIST Awnings Awning Light No, Yes Awning 1 In, Out Awning 2 In, Out HVAC (Zone1, Zone2, Zone3) Mode On, Off, Fan, Cool, Heat, Auto Vent Open, Shut Vent Fan Off, Low, Medium, High Schedule Start time, Stop time Lights Light Group 1 Light Group 2 Light Group 3 Light Group 4 Awning Light Dimmer Light 1 Dimmer Light 2 Dimmer Light 3 No, Yes No, Yes No, Yes No, Yes No, Y
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NCSP3 • TRAVEL LOCKOUT (Safety) iN-Command is equipped with a Travel Lockout feature to ensure certain system functions are unavailable during transit. When the Brake Signal (Towable) or Ignition (Motorized) is activated, the iN-Command will lock down all motorized functions. The Display Commander (DC) and mobile devices will also display “Travel Lock Engaged” and the affected buttons will cease to activate. The lights, water pump, water heater, generator and tanks sensors will continue to function.
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NCSP3 • OVERRIDE SWITCHES* • DISPLAY COMMANDER BUTTONS The Body Control Module has a bank of override switches. The rotary switches below each rocker switch correspond to an electric function* made by the Display Commander. The left switch controls the awning and jacks. The right switch controls the slides. To use the override switches, locate the switch needed to actuate the desired component. Rotate the switch underneath the rocker switch to select the motor. Press up or down on the switch.
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NCSP3 • SPECIFICATIONS • FCC Notes Display Commander (DC) Operating Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12VDC Maximum Current Draw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5A@9VDC Minimum Operating Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9VDC Maximum Operating Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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NCSP3 • PASSCODE PROTECTION A passcode is required to access the system. 1. On the first time use of the system, the user is required to enter and confirm a new passcode.
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NCSP3 2. Press “Edit” to enter Edit page. 4. Long press the intended text, e.g., "Light Group 3". 3. Select the function to edit. 5. Use the keyboard to edit the name, then press "Ok". 13 Note: Editing the text on the DC will not change the text on a device’s App.
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NCSP3 • Scroll List Editing 1. Select “Settings”. 3. Select the function to edit. 2. Press “Edit” to enter “Edit” page. 4. Use the Up and Down arrows next to the function to move the item in the list.
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NCSP3 • Triggers • Alarm Inputs Triggers can be added to the system. “Momentary” or “Latch” can be selected for each Trigger. Note: Desired devices need to be correctly wired to the BCM to function. Alarm inputs can added to the system. Note: Desired devices need to be correctly wired to the BCM to function. • Passcode • Generator Fuel 1. Select “Settings”. In the Generator Page, Gasoline or Propane can be selected for the fuel type.
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NCSP3 2. Press “Passcode” to enter passcode setup. 3. The passcode setup window will open. • Set Passcode Timer 2.1 Enter the correct passcode to proceed. Press “Set Timer” select the idle time to activate the passcode protection.
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NCSP3 • Change Passcode • Clear Passcode Press the “Clear Passcode” to clear the passcode. This will restart the App, take the user to the End-User License Agreement, and have the user setup a new passcode. 1. Press the “Change Passcode” button to change to a new passcode. 2. Enter the new passcode. 3. Confirm new passcode.
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NCSP3 • MOBILE DEVICES: iN-Command is able to pair to Android and iOS devices using the iN-Command App. Visit the Google Play and Apple App stores on your mobile device to download and use the iN-Command App. Seven mobile devices are able to be paired to iN-Command at one time, but only 1 iOS and 3 Android devices are able to be actively paired; meaning, 3 Android devices and 1 iOS device can all actively control the iN-Command functions.
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NCSP3 • Pairing iOS Mobile Device to DC 1. Enable "Bluetooth" in the system settings of the mobile device. 2.1 Select the "Bluetooth" tab. 2. From the DC Home page, select "Settings". 2.2 Select "Pairing" to pair devices and view current paired devices.
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NCSP3 2.5 A Bluetooth Pairing request will appear on the DC and mobile device. 2.6 Press "PAIR" on the DC. 2.3 Press Scan to start scanning for Unpaired devices. Locate the mobile device in the Unpaired Device list. Select the device by pressing it. 2.7 Press "Pair" on the mobile device. 2.4 A Popup with the device name will apear on the display. Press "Pair".
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NCSP3 2.8 The mobile device will be displayed in the "Paired devices" list on the DC. 2.10 The mobile device now shows that the DC is connected. 2.9 The DC will be displayed on the mobile device list in the format " NCSPDCXXXXX". Press the DC on the mobile device to connect with it.
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NCSP3 • Pairing Android Mobile Device to DC 1. From the App Home Page select Settings. 2. Select the "Bluetooth" tab. 22 3. Press Scan to start scanning for Unpaired devices. Locate the DC in the Unpaired Device list. Select the device by pressing it.
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NCSP3 4. A Bluetooth pairing request will appear on the DC and mobile device. 4.1 Press "OK" on the mobile device. 5. The mobile device will be displayed in the "Paired devices" list on the mobile App.
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NCSP3 • Loading the DC Floor Plan 1. Press the Floor Plan button in the settings menu page. 2. Press DC Sync to Load the floor plan configuration from the DC. The current settings will be lost/replaced upon doing this. When syncing via Global connect. When syncing via Bluetooth. When syncing has completed.
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NCSP3 • CHECKING ACTIVE BLUETOOTH SESSION* * To disconnect a handheld device, press “Disconnect”, or simply shut down the device’s App. This function is used to disconnect a device that is not actively being used, and to allow another device to be connected. 1. Select “Connected devices”. 2. The page shows information of current active Bluetooth devices.
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NCSP3 • HVAC From the HVAC page, you can control the Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning functions in the RV. With iN-Command, you can control up to 4 HVAC zones and schedule times for the HVAC function to be active. • Vent Fans The Vent fans for each zone can be opened, closed and the fan speed can be switched between low, medium and high. • AC Cooling 1. Select the desired Zone. Press the "Mode" button to switch to "Cool" mode. 2.
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NCSP3 • Auto • Heating Auto Mode will automatically switch between Cool and Heat modes to reach the desired Set temperature. (Heat Mode is only available in Zones with Heat Mode selected on Floor Plan). 1. Select the desired Zone. Press the "Mode" button to switch to "Heat" mode. 2. Press the "Source" button to select between Gas and Electric. (Available Heat sources depend on Floor Plan) 1. Select the desired Zone. Press the "Mode" button to switch to "Auto" mode. 3.
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NCSP3 • Date & Time 3. In the Date & Time page, press the "Edit" tab to adjust the date and time. The Date & Time feature is used for the Generator and HVAC scheduling functions. 1. Select "Settings". 4. Use the Calendar to select the Date and the Clock to change the time. Press "Save". 2. Press "Date & time".
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NCSP3 • HVAC Schedule The Schedule function allows you to set a temperature and choose a start and stop for when you want the HVAC function to operate. 1. Press the "Clock" icon at the bottom right corner of the HVAC home screen to enter the Schedule page. • AUTO GENERATOR START 1. Press the "Generator" icon. 2. Press the "Manual" button to switch to "Auto" and activate Auto Gen Start. 2. Use the "Set" up and down arrows to set the desired temperature. 3.
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NCSP3 5. The system wil attempt to start the generator 3 times. If it fails to start after the third attempt, the system will turn off the Auto feature and display a "Check Generator" fault. 3. If the battery voltage is less than 11.8 volts for 3 minutes, the system will start the generator. To ensure the best performance and reliability, only one airconditioner and minimal 12V devices should be left on while using the Auto Generator feature.
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NCSP3 • SOFTWARE UPDATE* Software updates include floorplan redesigns and App version updates. 1. Insert USB drive loaded with updated software into the USB port at the bottom of the DC. 2. Select "Settings". 4. In the software page, you can choose to update the Floor Plan, DC Version, App Version and BCM Versions. The system will look for specific file names for software updates. - File name: “NCSP3-DC VXXXX.zip” > DC OS update (xxxx is the version number) - File name: “ncspdcap_vxxxx.
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NCSP3 5. Press the DC Version to update the DC OS sytem. Press "Update". 7. Press "Confirm" to continue. 6. Framework Update. 8. Press the BCM Version to update the BCM system. Press"Update".
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NCSP3 9. Press the App version to update the DC App. Press "Update". 10. Waiting for Update. 11. Press Floor Plan to select a floor plan. Press "Load" to select the floor plan. 12. Press "Dismiss" to confirm selection. * If a software update is needed, go to http://www.asaelectronics.com//in-command 33 ** If there is a software issue, Call ASA Electronics Technical Support at 1-877-845-8750 or email them at info@asaelectronics.com.
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NCSP3 • GLOBAL CONNECT* iN-Command is able to connect to Android and iOS devices through the cloud. * Requires Wi-Fi services for this feature. ** Motorized functions are not available through the Global Connect feature. To setup a cloud account, the device app first needs to be paired with the iN-Command via Bluetooth. (Follow Bluetooth pairing instructions for your device). 3. Select the Wi-Fi SSID and enter the passcode. 1. On the DC, select Settings. 2. Select the Wi-Fi tab.
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NCSP3 4. From the App Home Page, select Settings.Select the “Global Connect” tab. 5. Select the “Account” tab. 35 6. Press on the white bar next to “Account:” and Use the device keypad to enter a valid email address.
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NCSP3 7. Press on the white bar next to “Passcode:” and use the device keypad to enter a passcode for the account, then press the “Register” button. After the account is registered, a notification of “Register success” will appear. Press “Dismiss”. The account & passcode will be pushed to the DC. 8. On the device, turn Bluetooth off. As long as you have internet available through your device and iN-Command, the device app will connect to iN-Command through Global Connect. 9.
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NCSP3 3. Select one of the two options (Floor Plan or Factory) to restore to a previous state. a. Floor Plan: restores to previous floor plan settings from RV manufacturer. b. Factory: restores to default settings from ASA electronics. • RESET: FLOOR PLAN Reset to Floor Plan to remove customization, or reset to factory settings. 1. Select "Settings". 2. Select "System Reset" in the Settings page. 4. Confirm for floor plan to complete update.
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NCSP3 • TOUCH SCREEN CALIBRATION 1. Select “Settings”. 3. To calibrate the Touch Screen, select "Set". Follow the instructions.The DC will restart after calibration. 2. Select “Calibration”. 4. Touch the center of the cross.
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NCSP3 • SYSTEM CALIBRATION* From the Administration page, the App Data can be deleted, the Generator Hour Meter can be set, and the Water Tanks can be calibrated. 1. From the Settings page, press "Administration". 3. Make Selection. 2. Enter Administrator passcode to proceed.** 4. Select “Tanks” to set resistor reference value for every tank.
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NCSP3 5. Press the Generator Hour Meter "Set" button to set the meter time. 6. Press the App Data "Delete" button to clear current App data. Note: This will remove the floor plan settings from the RV Manufacturer. * The system is calibrated by the manufacturer and should only be accessed for troubleshooting. ** The Administration Passcode is used by the manufacturer for programming and troubleshooting purposes.
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NCSP3 • TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Solution Check for +12VDC on Positive (+) input on back of the DC. Display Commander (DC) will not turn ON or no front panel operation Check for Ground on Negative (-) input on back of the DC. Check fuse in Distribution Panel. Try cycling power with the power button. No power to the Body Control Module (BCM) Check for +12VDC on pin 90. Check for Ground on pin 86 Check fuse in Distribution Panel. Disconnect power wires from the back of the DC.
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