SWITCH Works SW-E12 Alpha 12 Digital Smart Switcher Instruction Manual
- June 17, 2024
- SWITCH WORKS
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SWITCH Works SW-E12 Alpha 12 Digital Smart Switcher
Product Information
Specifications:
- Model: SW-E12
- Output: 12 circuits
- Manufacturer: SWITCH Works Electronics
Product Description:
The SW-E12 is an electronic accessories smart switcher designed to control various devices in your vehicle. It includes a brain module, LCD touch button controller, mounting bracket, and necessary harnesses for installation.
Product Usage Instructions
Parts Contents:
The package includes the SWITCH Works 12 Circuit Brain Module, LCD Touch Button Controller, Controller Mounting Bracket, various output harnesses, mounting hardware, and accessories.
Installation:
- Attach the RAM Mount ball adapter to the Controller Mounting Bracket using the provided screws.
- Secure the Controller Mounting Bracket to the LCD Touch Button Controller with the flat head screws.
- Cut and install the power and ground wires to reach the battery, ensuring to install the fuse holder on the power wire.
- Connect the power and ground wires to the brain module.
- Plug in the provided harness to the SWITCH Works Brain.
- Connect the LCD Touch Button Controller to the harness.
- Tap ACC wire to a switched 12-volt power source and Illumination wire to headlight power for dimming function.
- Splice your devices to the high and low current harnesses as per your requirements.
Important Notes:
- Controller MUST be connected before applying power to the switcher.
- Follow the device list mapping for easier programming of the module.
FAQ
Q: What is the warranty period for the SW-E12?
A: The SW-E12 is covered by a limited 1-year warranty against defects in material or workmanship.
Q: Can I update the software on the SW-E12?
A: The SW-E12 features a USB port for software updates only.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
All SWITCH Works Electronics are covered by a limited 1 year warranty against defects in material or workmanship. Contact SSV Works for further warranty information
Please read and understand these instructions completely before installation to avoid possible injury, or damage to the accessory or vehicle.
PARTS CONTENTS
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
DEVICE LIST
To make programming the SWITCH Works module easier, we recommend mapping your accessories with the cheat sheet below. Determine which accessory you’re connecting to each individual output; which button you want to control the output (button used is not determined by output location); and, which function you want to achieve for the output (ON/OFF, Strobe, etc.).
HIGH CURRENT DEVICE BUTTON # OUTPUT FUNCTION OUTPUT
H1| | |
H2| | |
H3| | |
H4| | |
H5| | |
H6| | |
| | |
LOW **CURRENT DEVICE BUTTON OUTPUT
FUNCTION OUTPUTS
L1| | |
L2| | |
L3| | |
L4| | |
L5| | |
L6**| | |
INSTALLATION
Skip steps 1 and 2 if using vehicle-specific kit
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Attach the RAM Mount ball adapter to the Controller Mounting Bracket and secure with the 1 3/8” pan head screw and locknut.
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Attach the Controller Mounting Bracket to the LCD Touch Button Controller using the 4 flat head, thread cut screws provided.
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Cut the 4AWG power and ground wires to the required length to reach the battery. Install the fuse holder provided in the kit to the 4 AWG power wire. Wait to connect the power and ground wires to the battery until all other installations steps are completed
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Connect the 4AWG power and ground wires to the brain module using the M8 flange bolt and split washer.
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Plug the B-H2513 harness to the SWITCH Works Brain.
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Plug the LCD Touch Button Controller to the B-H2513 harness.
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Tap ACC wire to a switched 12 volt power source. Tap Illumination wire to headlight power for dimming function.
NOTE: LCD Touch Button Controller MUST be connected before applying ACC power to the switcher -
Splice your devices to the to the high current and low current harnesses accordingly. Then plug in the harnesses to the module. High Current: 25 amps each x6 Low Current: 5 amps each x6
NOTE: If outputs L1-L6 are not going to be used plug in the dummy connector included in the accessory box.
*When all other Installation steps are completed, connect power and ground wires to the Battery
PROGRAMMING
SWITCH Works LCD Touch Controller Button Layout The SWITCH Works LCD Touch Controller features 60 user programmable buttons and 64 icons to choose from to control electrical devices. Unit is defaulted to 1 page of 12 buttons from the factory. Additional button pages can be turned on in GENERAL menu. See section on GENERAL SETTINGS. Press MENU button to enter settings
OUTPUT SETTINGS
Program the function of each added accessory/output by selecting OUTPUT. Select number (H1 to H6 and L1 to L6) and set the power source and function for each output
OUTPUT SETTINGS
Select the OUTPUT number (H1 to H6 and L1 to L6) and set the power source and function for each output
| Output | Power Source | Description |
|---|
High Current H1 to H6
(25 amps each)
__
Low Current L1 to L6
(5 amps each)
| Battery| Output stays on with ignition (ACC) off
Ignition| Output turns on with ignition (ACC) on
Ign. Memory| Saves last device status (defaults to OFF)
|
Function|
Latched| Press ON, Press OFF
| Latch Flash| Press to FLASH, Press OFF
| Latch Strobe| Press to STROBE, Press OFF
| Hold Strobe| Press ON, Press OFF, Press & Hold to Strobe
| Dimmer| Press ON, Press OFF, Press & Hold for Dimmer
Function
| Moment| Press & Hold for ON, Release for OFF
| Moment Flash| Momentary FLASH
| Moment Strobe| Momentary STROBE
| |
| __
Timer Disabled
| Timed Output
(On for 30s, 1m to 5m)
(not available in Momentary functions)
BUTTON SETTINGS
Function
Button Number| H1| H2| H3| H4|
H5| H6| L1| L2| L3| L4|
L5| L6
B1| On| Off| Off| Off| Off|
Off| Off| Off| Off| Off| Off|
Off
B2| Off| On| Off| Off| Off|
Off| Off| Off| Off| Off| Off|
Off
Select button number and set the output you want each button to turn ON or OFF. Note that a button can be set to control more than one output. An example is to turn all High Current outputs (H1 to H6) On or Off using one button
BUTTON ICONS
Select the icon for each button used. Icon turns colored when selected. Press the BACK button once all icons have been assigned to the buttons
STATUS – Module
The SWITCH Works LCD Touchscreen controller is capable of controlling two brain modules. Select module 1 or 2 (If two brains are connected) to show TEMPERATURE, total CURRENT DRAW and VOLTAGE
STATUS – Output
The SWITCH Works LCD Touchscreen controller can show TEMPERATURE, CURRENT DRAW, STATUS (On/Off) and SHORT CIRCUIT Protection Status of each used output.
CURRENT LIMIT
Set the maximum current output of the SWITCH Works switcher module. The module
is defaulted to 80 Amps. Adjust the module current output to match the total
current draw of all devices connected.
NOTE: Adjust the current output based on the vehicle’s electrical current
capacity
PRIORITY SHUTDOWN
The SWITCH Works controller constantly monitors the current draw and temperature of the system. It offers a Priority Shutdown feature to prevent the system from over-current draw and over heating.
- P1 – Highest Priority – Last output to turn off
- P12 – Least Priority – First Output to turn off
Select which output (H1 to H6 and L1 to L6) has the Highest Priority and Least
Priority.
GENERAL SETTINGS
Output
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Temp Units
| Option
°F
°C
| Description
Fahrenheit Celsius
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| Day (10% to 100%)| Set daytime back light level
| Night (10% to 100%)| Set nighttime back light level
(Illumination wire must be connected)
Button Pages| 1 to 5| Number of button pages to
display
Restore Ctrlr| Apply?| Restore LCD controller to factory
default
Restore Module| Apply?| Restore Module to factory
default
About| Btn Pad| Version number
| SSI| Version number
BY SSUWORKS
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