POWERTECH QP2265 Bluetooth 12V Battery Monitor Instruction Manual

POWERTECH QP2265 Bluetooth 12V Battery Monitor

Specifications

• Product: Bluetooth 12V Battery Monitor
• Model: QP2265
• Power Supply : 12V
• Connectivity: Bluetooth

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

1. Be cautious not to disconnect the car battery leads while installing to avoid losing vehicle memory settings.
2. Connect the red connector to the Positive (+) battery terminal and the black connector to the Negative (-) battery terminal.
3. Mount the monitor on the battery using the provided hook and loop tape. Clean both the battery surface and unit before installation.
4. For optimal wireless connectivity, it is recommended to install the unit on top of the battery for better line of sight.

App Install ation

1. Scan the QR code on the product to be directed to the App Store or Google Play. Download and install the App as prompted.
2. Alternatively, search for “BM2” on the App Store or Google Play, then download and install the App

App Operation

1. Stand close to the battery monitor and open the app on your mobile device.
2. Allow the app to access your location even when not in use to receive notifications.
3. Enable notifications for alerts on car batteries, cranking systems, charging systems, and problem alerts. Once enabled, your mobile device will receive notifications when in Bluetooth range.

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Before using your product, please read all the safety and operating instructions thoroughly. Please ensure you follow the steps below before using the product. We recommend you keep the original packaging for storing the product when not in use.
• Please pay close attention to the section entitled Warnings & Safety Information. Find a safe and convenient place to keep this instruction manual for future reference.
• Unpack the product but keep all packaging materials until you have made sure your new product is undamaged and in good working order. Ensure you have all accessories listed in this manual.

WARNINGS & SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING : The manufacturer is not responsible for any potential injury from misuse

• The product should not be exposed to over 20V else the monitor can get damaged.
• App requires smart devices. The earliest compatible versions are Android 4.3 and iPhone 4S.
• Smart device/ phone will only receive notification when in Bluetooth range of 10m.
• During the initial set-up, if the user does not allow the mobile device to access location data, the mobile device will not receive notifications.
• This can be changed by entering the mobile device settings menu and allowing access to location data for the app.
• If the ‘daily test alert’ or ‘daily exception alert’ functions are not enabled in the app, the mobile device will not receive these notifications. They can be enabled in the app at any time.
• Firmware updates will clear all data in the device if not allowed to sync to the app first. To avoid this, make sure the mobile device is in range of the battery monitor and allow the sync to complete before starting the firmware update.
• If the app is updated or upgraded, all historic data will be retained. If the app is deleted from the mobile device, all historical data will be lost.
• The device can monitor and store up to 35 days of data without syncing to the mobile device. If the mobile device does not come in the vicinity of the monitor within 35 days all previous data will be erased making space for new data.
• On set up, when a mobile device is searching for a monitor make sure that the phone’s Bluetooth is switched ON and is near the monitor.

BOX CONTENTS

• 1 x Bluetooth 12V Battery Monitor

PRODUCT INSTALLATION

NOTE: Be careful not to disconnect car battery leads from the battery while installation, you chance to lose vehicle memory settings.

1. Connect the red connector to the Positive (+) battery terminal and the black to the Negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Mount monitor on battery with supplied hook and loop tape. Clean the surface of the battery and unit before installing. We recommend installing the unit on top of the battery for a better line of sight for wireless connectivity.

APP INSTALLATION

1. Scan the QR code on the product, this will direct you to the App Store or Google Play, and download and install the App. (Fig.2).
2. Search BM2 on the App Store or Google Play. Download and install the App. (Fig.3).

APP OPERATION

1. Stand nearby of the battery monitor and open all on your mobile devices.
2. Allow app to access location even when not in use. if disallowed, the device will not be able to send notifications to mobile devices (Fig.6).
3. Allow app to receive notifications. Notifications include alerts on car batteries, cranking systems, charging systems and problem alerts. Once turned ON mobile device will receive notifications once in Bluetooth range irrespective of app running or not (Fig.5).

APP INTERFACE

Main Menu

1. This is the device name, which can be changed to your preference under Device Management in the system set-up menu.
2. Displays connection status, BLUE indicates connected, RED indicates disconnected.
3. System Setup icon, touch to enter System Setup.
4. Shows the state of charge of the battery as a percentage, 100% is fully charged.
5. The charge status ring is a graphical representation of the battery state of charge, which will change as the state changes.
6. The actual voltage of the battery, for reference battery, is considered full over 12.7v, ok between 12.7v and 12.4v and needs to change below 12.4v.
7. Quick status indicator, Blue (OK), Orange (Charging), Red (LOW).
8. Battery voltage graph. Touch this graph to access the Voltage History graph for the last 24 hours and previous days.
9. Battery voltage test icon. This is the default screen and will be first displayed when app is opened.
10. Cranking system test icon. Starting the vehicle with this selected will perform a starting system test and report results.
11. Charging system test icon. Selecting this while the vehicle is running will test the vehicle charging system (alternator).
12. Trip record icon. The unit records the duration of engine run time to keep a record of trip duration. Selecting this button will display recent trip activity.

Voltage History Graph

1. Date Select: Press this to display the calendar. Select a particular date to see voltage recorded over those 24 hours. Dates displayed in Red have voltage abnormalities (under 12.4V) or problems to report.
2. After selecting a date, a graph will be displayed. Touching the screen will display the exact voltage and time at that point. Slide your finger across the graph to find precise points.

System Setup

1. Change the slider on to receive notification of battery condition (when in range). The default is 1 notification every 6 hours (when in range). Can change to user requirements.
2. Change the slider on to receive notification of the cranking system (when in range). The default is 1 notification every 6 hours (when in range). Can change to user requirements.
3. Power Alarm: Change the slider on to receive notifications. Option of selecting a couple of trigger points. When the battery reaches those points user will receive a notification (when in range).
4. Bluetooth Device Setup: Displays current connection status. Press this to enter the system setup. This is where nearby devices can be found, review other connected devices, and switch between multiple devices connected to different batteries. Battery monitors can be renamed as well.
5. Hardware Installation: Instructions for device installation are present here.
6. Firmware Upgrade: The software of the Battery monitor will be upgraded at times for a better user experience and additional features. Stay up to date with firmware upgrades.
7. Version: Displays the current app version number.

Main Menu

1. This is the device name, which can be changed to your preference under Device Management in a system set-up menu.

2. Displays connection status,
   BLUE indicates connected, RED indicates disconnected.

3. System Setup icon, touch to enter System Setup.

4. Shows the state of charge of the battery as a percentage, 100% is fully charged.

5. The charge status ring is a graphical representation of the battery state of charge, which will change as the state changes.

6. The actual voltage of the battery, for reference battery, is considered full over 12.7v, ok between 12.7v and 12.4v and needs to change below 12.4v.

7. Quick status indicator, Blue (OK), Orange (Charging), Red (LOW).

8. Battery voltage graph. Touch this graph to access the Voltage History graph for the last

9. 24 hours and previous days.

10. Battery voltage test icon. This is the default screen and will be first displayed when the app is opened.

11. Cranking system test icon. Starting the vehicle with this selected will perform a starting system test and report results.

12. Charging system test icon. Selecting this while the vehicle is running will test the vehicle charging system (alternator).

13. Trip record icon. The unit records the duration of engine run time to keep a record of trip duration. Selecting this button will display recent trip activity.

Voltage History Graph

1. Date Select: Press this to display calendar. Select a particular date to see voltage recorded over that 24 hour period. Dates displayed in Red have voltage abnormalities (under 12.4V) or problems to report.
2. After selecting a date, a graph will be displayed. Touching the screen will display the exact voltage and time at that point. Slide your finger across the graph to find precise points.

System Setup

1. Change slider on to receive notification of battery condition (when in range). The default is 1 notification every 6 hours (when in range). Can change to user requirements.
2. Change the slider on to receive notification of the cranking system (when in range). The default is 1 notification every 6 hours (when in range). Can change to user requirements.
3. Power Alarm: Change the slider on to receive notifications. Option of selecting a couple of trigger points. When the battery reaches those points user will receive a notification (when in range).
4. Bluetooth Device Setup: Displays current connection status. Press this to enter the system setup. This is where nearby devices can be found, review other connected devices, and switch between multiple devices connected to different batteries. Battery monitors can be renamed as well.
5. Hardware Installation: Instructions for device installation are present here.
6. Firmware Upgrade: The software of the Battery monitor will be upgraded at times for a better user experience and additional features. Stay up to date with firmware upgrades.
7. Version: Displays the current app version number.

Cranking Test

1. Test time and date.
2. Cranking test: when the engine starts, the device will test the cranking system automatically and store the test result. Usually, if the cranking voltage is higher than 9.6V, it means normal. But if the cranking voltage is less than 9.6V, it means abnormal. If the cranking voltage is too low, possibly aging of the battery, low power, or starter fault etc. Seek further advice from an auto electrician or mechanic.
3. Display the cranking voltage values, the green bar indicates good voltage, red bar indicates a problem.
4. Cranking voltage graph. Displays cranking voltage over the time taken to start the engine.
5. Historic results. Swipe sideways to view previous test results (max. 2 tests). The orange dot indicates the page you are viewing.

Charging Test`

1. Select to start the test, which will display idle state voltage. The display will switch to the next step Fig. 13
2. High RPM Voltage Test, increase RPM as suggested below and hold the reading for 3~5 seconds. The test is complete.
   • 4cyl – 2500/min
   • 6cyl – 2000/min
   • 8cyl – 1600/min
3. 3. Charging Voltage Test
   • Charging Voltage The normal Charging system shows the alternator output normal, and no problem detected.
   • Charging Voltage Low Charging voltage is low. Check if the engine transmission belt has slipped or disconnected, and check whether the line connection between the alternator and battery is normal or not. If the transmission belt and line connection are good, please follow the car manufacturer’s recommendations to rule out alternator failure.
   • Charging Voltage: High The alternator output voltage is too high. Since most automotive engines use built-in regulators, need to replace the alternator assembly (Old vehicles use external regulators, please re-place regulator directly). The common voltage limit for automotive regulators is 14.7÷0.5V. High charging voltage will overcharge the battery and shorten its life, which also can make it malfunction.
   • No Voltage Output: No engine voltage output is detected. Check whether the alternator cable and the alternator belt are working properly. (See Fig 14).
4. Charging test finished time.
5. Voltage under idle test, green is ok, red is abnormal.
6. High RPM voltage test, green is ok, red is abnormal.
7. Click button to re-test.

Trip Record

1. Click search icon to review driving records via selecting date.
2. Date bar, separates dates between trips.
3. Start time, trip duration and finish time.

TROUBLESHOOTING

enabled, including Bluetooth and location service permissions.

•   Keep the distance between the mobile phone and the device within 5 meters.

•   Ensure the device is correctly installed & is powered up

•   Try restarting the phone’s Bluetooth or the phone

•   Power cycle the device

On Bluetooth connection the device requests a password| The device doesn’t need to enter a PIN code to connect to Bluetooth. If your mobile device requests a password, press “OK” to continue.
Inaccurate battery readings| The system is configured with an automated algorithm which is accurate for most vehicles. If the power level does not accurately reflect your system,  it can be changed via the “battery parameters” menu in the App. Simply

change the battery type to “Custom Battery” & adjust the settings as required.

Not receiving notifications| Check phone settings to confirm notifications are enabled. Please check with your device manual for instructions on how this is set.
How to set a custom device name| On the Bluetooth device page, click on the “Battery parameters” of each device to view the details and modify the device name and battery type etc. Note: The parameters can only be modified when Bluetooth is connected.
PROBLEM| SOLUTION
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Not displaying vehicle start- up current| Ensure the device is installed on the vehicles primary battery. After starting the vehicle, the App will automatically receive the test data.
Unable to perform a charging system test| The device must be installed onto the vehicles main starter battery. Some vehicles will not work with this mode, particularly if they use a smart alternator. You will need to consult the vehicle manufacturer for further information.
Loss of historical data| The device only stores data for 31 days. If the device is not connected to a mobile device within that period, the data will be lost.
How to delete device information in the app?| Deleting the app or clearing app data via your device’s settings will clear all data.
Can more than one device connect to the app?| No.

SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY INFORMATION

• Our product is guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects for 12 Months.
• If your product becomes defective during this period, Electus Distribution will repair, replace, or refund where a product is faulty; or not fit for the intended purpose.
• This warranty will not cover modified products; misuse or abuse of the product contrary to user instructions or packaging label; change of mind and normal wear and tear.
• Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to  have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and failure does not amount to a major failure.
• To claim a warranty, please contact the place of purchase. You will need to show a receipt or other proof of purchase. Additional information may be required to process your claim.
• Any expenses relating to the return of your product to the store will normally have to be paid by you.
• The benefits to the customer given by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the Australian Consumer Law about the goods or services to which this warranty relates.

This warranty is provided by:

• Electus Distribution
• Address 46 Eastern Creek Drive, Eastern Creek NSW 2766
• Ph. 1300 738 555

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How do I change the device name on the app?
  • A: You can change the device name under Device Management in the system set-up menu within the app.
• Q: What do the different colours on the quick status indicator represent?
  • A: Blue indicates OK status, Orange indicates charging status, and Red indicates low status.

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