XKGLOW XK-COMMAND 8 Channel Bluetooth Switch Panel User Manual
- May 15, 2024
- XKGLOW
Table of Contents
XKGLOW XK-COMMAND 8 Channel Bluetooth Switch Panel
Specifications
- System Input Voltage: 9-16V DC
- Sensor Wire Input Voltage: 9-16V for red, green, and blue wires (programmable sensor wires), 3-16V for white wire (ignition sensor wire)
- Max Power Output Per Channel: 15A/channel
- Warranty: 3 years
FAQ
- Q: What should I do if my XKcommand product fails within the warranty period?
- A: If your product fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship within three years of purchase, you can return it by following the Return/Exchange Procedure outlined in the manual. Contact [email protected] for assistance.
- Q: Are there any voltage specifications I need to be aware of for sensor wires?
- A: The sensor wire input voltage ranges from 9-16V for red, green, and blue wires and 3-16V for the white wire (ignition sensor wire).
XK-CMD-KIT – XKcommand 8 Channel Bluetooth Switch Panel
System Input Voltage| Sensor Wire Input Voltage| Max Power Output Per Channel|
Warranty
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9-16V DC
| 9-16V for red, green, and blue wires
(programmable sensor wires). 3-16V for white wire (ignition sensor wire)
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15A/channel
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3 year
Warranty and Disclaimer
Within THREE years after the purchase date, the original buyer may return any
XKcommand product that has failed due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Installation of this product must be performed by a licensed professional.
Should the failure of the product be the result of damage occurring as a
result of improper installation, alteration of the product or an act or
omission on the part of the consumer, this warranty is void. XKGLOW Lighting
shall not be responsible for any consequential damages that arise from the use
and/or installation of the product. If the kit is installed in any manner
other than specified, XKGLOW Lighting reserves the right to deny any warranty
claims at the discretion of the technical support department. Any product
return must include the original packaging, invoice number and a statement of
the alleged defect. Upon receipt of the returned product, the company will
test the product for defect. If the results of the testing do not support the
warranty claim, do not reveal any defect or indicate consumer negligence in
the installation and handling of the product, then the product will be
returned to you and you will be charged a reshipping fee. If the product is
returned from an address within the continental United States, within the
first 30 days after purchase, and is found to be defective, XKGLOW Lighting
will exchange or refund the original purchase expense. This offer does not
extend to the cost for shipping charges on any international packages
Additional Disclaimer Terms
Please check your local and state laws for the proper use of this product.
- Improper installation of electrical products such as lighting may cause damage to any vehicle or device to which the improperly handled or installed lighting is attached.
- Improperly installed products may cause electrical injury to persons.
- It is recommended that the kit should be installed by a licensed professional.
- XKGLOW assumes no liability for the installation of the product.
- Warranty or liability will not exceed the product purchase price, which shall be the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy.
Return/Exchange Procedure
- Email [[email protected]] to notify us of the product issue as well as the item number and name of the customer on the invoice.
- We will send you the troubleshooting guide to fix the issue or to narrow down which of the component(s) need to be replaced. If the issue still exists, we will ask you to send back the defective items to be replaced.
- Please send the returned item as instructed, along with claims and a telephone number where you can be reached.
- After the returned item(s) have been accepted and inspected, we will issue a refund or replace the items ASAP. For refunds, item(s) must be sent to XKGLOW within 30 days from the date of purchase. Original shipping charges are not refundable. We always stand behind our products and are committed to our customers! For questions you may have, please contact [email protected]. We normally respond within 24 hours. (Monday-Friday).
Wiring Diagram
Mounting Instructions
Mount XKcommand Hub: Find a mounting location for the XKcommand hub. The
hub should be mounted on or near the battery in an easily accessible location.
If using the optional XKcommand hub mounting bracket, first, mount the
L-bracket to the firewall or any other flat surface using the provided self-
tapping screws. Next, attach the larger bracket piece to the L-bracket with
the included nuts and bolts. Last, mount the hub to the bracket using the
provided Allen bolts and nuts. The bracket has 3 slots built into it for
wiring to route through.
- After the hub is secured, remove the hub cover by pressing the tab shown below in GREEN and rotating it towards the rear.
Connect the included power and ground wires. First, connect the wires to the XKcommand hub. PLEASE NOTICE THE WIRING DIAGRAM ABOVE. The RED power wire connects to the terminal CLOSEST to the output rail. If these wires are connected wrong, the XKcommand hub WILL short and this WILL NOT be covered under warranty. Route wiring through the slotted channel as shown above. Next, ground wire to the battery. Do not connect the power wire to the battery until all output channels are wired.
Install XKcommand Controller
Mount the XKcommand controller in the desired location. You can use the included angle bracket to set the controller at a desirable angle. Route the longer wire with the plug end to the XKcommand hub and plug it in. The tabs on these plugs can be cut off for easier routing through the firewall if necessary.
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Wire Output Channels : Ensure that the main positive power wire is disconnected from the battery before wiring. Wire all desired accessories to the XKcommand hub. Refer to the diagram above to see the output channel configuration. Channel 1 starts on the left side all the way to channel 8 on the far-right side of the hub. Using a small Phillips head screwdriver, secure wiring for each channel in place. Wiring should pass through the bottom slots as shown in the diagram above.
Do not exceed 15A per channel. If more than 15A is needed, you can link the channels together to increase output current by running both channel wires to the 12V accessory. For example- if 30A is needed for a light bar, you can use channels 1 and 2. Run both the positive and the negative wires from each channel to the light bar. Then in the app, make sure that both channels are checked on for each button that is used. -
Add Controller Stickers: Now that the output channels are wired, take the included stickers and add them to the corresponding buttons on the XKcommand controller. If any of the sticker icons do not fit the use of the button, there are blank stickers included on the sheet to make your own.
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Optional- Connect Sensor Wires and Ignition Wire: If desired, connect the sensor wires to a positive 12V source. As shown in the wiring diagram on page 2, sensor wire 1 is red, sensor wire 2 is yellow, and sensor wire 3 is green.
Sensor wire example – Connect sensor wire 1 to your positive high beam wire. In the App, enable Channels 1, 2, and 3 to turn on with that sensor wire. When your high beams are activated, all forward-facing lights will turn on automatically as well.
To utilize the dim backlight feature, tap one of the three sensor wires into a positive running light wire on the vehicle. When the vehicle’s running lights come on, the XKcommand controller will automatically dim down.
The black ignition wire can be tapped into any vehicle ignition source. When the vehicle is powered on, the XK command will automatically power on. When the ignition wire gets a signal from On to Off, it shuts off all output channels and turns off the Bluetooth signal, and the control panel backlight. If this wire isn’t used, you can manually press any button to power the XKcommand system on. In this status, if no buttons are turned on and no Bluetooth is connected, the system will turn off its backlight and Bluetooth after 30 minutes. This time can be configured in the app (Customize -> System -> Bluetooth Auto Off). -
Connect Red Power Wire: After all of the output channels are wired, connect the red power wire to the positive battery terminal. Ensure all connections are tight and that wiring is free from any moving parts. At this point, the XKcommand controller should power on and be ready for configuration in the app.
XKcommand App Instructions
Download the XKcommand App from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. There are multiple XKGLOW Apps available. XKcommand is only compatible with the XKcommand App seen to the left with the orange lettering.
How to pair the XKcommand Controller
Ensure that XKcommand is powered on. If the Controller is receiving power, the
buttons and centre wireless icon will be illuminated. XKcommand must be
powered on to customize the settings.
- Open the App. It will show “Device Not Connected” on the main screen in red. Go to the Device List by tapping the three lines in the upper right-hand corner. Under the Unpaired list, the new XKcommand controller will be shown. Note- Bluetooth settings may have to be enabled for XKcommand in your phone settings.
- Hold the phone against the XKcommand controller until the device successfully pairs.
- The XKcommand Controller will now be shown in blue, which will also be shown in the centre of the XKcommand Controller. When unpaired, this icon will be illuminated in red.
Button Customization
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By default, each button controls one channel. Button 1 controls channel 1, etc. In the app, multiple channels can be tied to a single button. For example- button 1 controls all rear-facing lights which are on separate channels.
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All button settings are accessed via the XKcommand app. At the bottom of the screen, click Customize.
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From the Customize menu, select Button. Choose which button to customize from the screen above.
Strobe Actions- Available actions have an A and a B option. These are matched opposites. If CH1 is set to Flash A and CH2 is set to Flash B, the lights will strobe with a wig wag effect.
- Button Icon- This is what will be displayed on the app home screen. Choose a preset icon, take or select a photo to display, or name the button.
- Linked Channels- Select each channel to be controlled by the selected button. See Pg. 8 for more details.
- If you are linking channels to increase current output, make sure that all channels wired to that accessory are checked on for that button.
- Momentary Switch- This will turn the button into a momentary switch. It will only activate while it is being pressed; ex.- horn.
- Sync All Channels- Each channel can perform different actions on the same button. Select this option to sync all channels.
- Action – Select the action for each channel. If Sync All Channels is off, scroll down to find other channels.
Sensor Wires
Three loose wires are coming off of the XKcommand Controller. These are the
sensor wires. When any of these wires receive a 12V signal, XKcommand can
perform a customized action. Example- Channels 1, 2, and 3 are connected to
forward-facing lights. Tap one of the sensor wires into the positive high beam
wire. In the App, enable Channels 1, 2, and 3 to turn on with that sensor
wire. When the high beams are activated, all forward-facing lights will turn
on automatically as well.
Note- A channel can link with multiple sensor wires. If sensors are triggered
simultaneously, the order of sensor priority on the same channel is: Sensor 1
Sensor 2 > Sensor 3.
- From the Customize menu, select Sensor Wire. Choose which sensor wire to customize from the screen above. Wire colour can be seen below each sensor wire.
- Sensor Name- Name the sensor wire.
- Sensor Function – Choose to dim the button backlight or trigger the output action. To dim buttons, tap into the running light source that turns on when it is dark out.
- Linked Channels – Select channels to be linked to the selected sensor wire.
- Sync All Channels- Each channel can perform different actions on the same sensor wire. Select this option to sync all channels.
- Action- Select the action for each channel. If Sync All Channels is off, scroll down to find other channels.
Other Settings
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Under the Output Channel menu, set the current limit for each channel.
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Select the channel, name the channel, and use the + and – to set the current limit.
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Input a value close to the maximum operation current of the load on this channel. Once reaching this value, the power of this channel will be immediately cut off and an error colour will be shown on the button
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Access more controller settings under System.
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Controller Name – Name the controller. Helpful when multiple XKcommand systems are used.
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Auto Cutoff Input Voltage-
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Set the minimum voltage at which the vehicle will start. When voltage is met, the XKcommand system will be shut down.
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Bluetooth Auto Off – If all channels are off and the controller is not connected to a device via Bluetooth, Bluetooth will be cut off to preserve power after set time.
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Temperature Unit- Select a unit for internal hub readings.
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Button Color and Brightness – ON- Set backlight options for ON
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Button Color and Brightness – ON- Set backlight options for OFF
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Button Warning Color – Set button warning colour
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Factory Reset – Reset XKcommand to factory defaults
Firmware- Firmware on XKcommand can be updated via Bluetooth. A red dot will appear when new firmware is available. When updating, ensure XKcommand is powered ON until the update is complete.
Unique Uses & FAQ
SXS Street Legal Kit-
XKcommand can be used to control lights and horns for a street legal
conversion kit on a SXS. Wire running lights and turn signals to buttons 1 and
2. In the app, program buttons 1 and 2 to flash as a turn signal pattern. Add
a button for hazards and horns. Under the horn button, make sure the momentary
option is turned on.
Auto-High Beam-
Let’s say channels 1 and 2 are powering forward-facing lights. Take sensor
wire 1 and tap it into the positive high beam wire. Go into sensor wire 1
settings and turn on channels 1 and 2. Whenever the high beam is activated,
sensor wire 1 will trigger, and the forward-facing lights will come on
automatically.
How to link multiple channels to one button-
In the app under the button settings, there is a Linked Channels menu listing
channels 1 through 8. Select each channel to be tied with that button. For
example- button 1 controls all rear-facing lights which are on channels 1, 2,
and 7. In the app, 1, 2, and 7 will need to be checked.
How to increase current output-
- If you need more than the available 15A, you can link channels together. To do this, simply run the output wires from those channels to the accessory needing more current. For example- to run a 30A light bar, run wires from channel 1 and channel 2 to the light bar. Then in the settings, make sure that both those channels are checked on for any button that triggers that light bar.
- Can the dimming functions be used for any 12V light? Please check with your light manufacturer to make sure it supports dimming. Places the sensor wires can tap into-
- Brake, turn signal, high beam, welcome light, running light (for reducing panel backlight), reverse light, or even add in rocker switches for 3 additional buttons. How to reset a channel if it auto shuts off due to exceeding the set max current in the app- When the set max current is triggered, the power of the channel will be cut off for safety and the related buttons will flash a warning colour. After fixing the issue that causes the set max current to be triggered, power off and on all buttons via the app of the control panel. Can multiple XKcommand systems be controlled in one app?
- Yes. The main app page will have an arrow indicating the user to swipe left/right to access each panel. Can the system be used to control motorized accessories such as a winch or air compressor? The system can be used to power on/off the relay switch but should NOT be used to directly power the product. Motorized products can have very high momentary voltage/current during the power on/off stage that goes way beyond the standard spec. Using a relay ensures safe operation.
- Can the white (ignition trigger sensor) wire be tapped into a data wire with a 3-5V voltage?
- Yes. The white sensor wire is designed to be 3-16V compatible.
FCC STATEMENT
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- this device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used under the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body