elecbrakes EB2 Plug Plus Play Electric Brake Controller User Guide
- June 8, 2024
- Elecbrakes
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elecbrakes EB2 Plug Plus Play Electric Brake Controller
Specifications
- Product Name : Elecbrakes EB2 Electric Brake Controller
- Braking System Compatibility: Electric and Electric-over-Hydraulic
- Control Method: Proportional Braking
- Activation: Brake light voltage
what is a brake controller
ABOUT ELECTRIC BRAKE CONTROLLERS
A brake controller, as the name suggests, is a device that controls the
braking force on the trailers brakes. It does this by varying its output based
on how hard you apply the brakes in the vehicle. This is called proportional
braking. The brake controller also allows the user to adjust braking
sensitivity and apply manual override which applies trailer brakes only.
- Push the brake pedal in the vehicle or use the manual override.
- The Elecbrakes EB2 unit is activated by the brake light voltage. It measures the braking force and applies it to the trailer.
- The trailer will brake at the proportional rate provided by the brake controller.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE:
Depending on the mass of your trailer you may be legally required to use an active braking system. The EB2 can be used for both electric and electric- over-hydraulic braking systems. Reference the ADR38/05 standard for more information.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
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Elecbrakes Unit
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x4 Included Mounting Screws
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Drill
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PH2 drill bit
Plug + Play Adaptor
Ensure you select the correct adaptor for your installation
A smart phone device
Your phone must be either:
Apple IOS 15 or later
Android 10 or later -
Car Phone Mount
OPTIONAL:
- If you would prefer not to use the mobile app to control your EB2, you can use our optional remote. Sold separately.
- For more information on how to use the remote, refer to our Remote User Manual.
Installation
Mounting Orientation
When mounting your unit to your trailer, ensure one of the sides or faces
of the unit is mounted parallel to the ground. See examples of the
installation options below.
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OPTION 1:
Side of the draw bar. -
OPTION 2:
Under the draw bar. -
OPTION 3:
Top of the draw bar. -
ANGLE:
Avoid mounting the unit on an incline. -
CONNEC TIVIT Y:
For best connectivity avoid installing behind large metal objects that block the line of sight to the tow vehicle. Example: Tool Box. -
CABLE:
When selecting a mounting point ensure your cable can reach the unit location before drilling mounting holes.
HOW TO INSTALL
- Fasten the unit to the draw bar using the mounting screws provided.
- Connect your unit and Plug + Play adaptor.
- Plug in the Plug + Play adaptor to the trailer plug.
- Plug in the Plug + Play adaptor to your tow vehicle’s socket.
Connecting Your Device
Our Tap + Tow technology leverages the power of NFC (near field communication) that is embedded in most modern smartphones allowing for seamless device pairing, access to unit diagnostics and providing advanced troubleshooting capabilities all in the palm of your hand.
- Use our Tap + Tow technology to download the app. Simply tap your phone to the Elecbrakes logo on your brake controller and download the app from the App Store or Play Store.
- Tap again on the Elecbrakes logo to pair your unit.
You can also add the Elecbrakes EB2 manually be tapping ‘Add Device’
IMPORTANT:
When using a mobile phone ensure that it is mounted
securely in a cradle.
IF USING THE ELECBRAKES REMOTE:
To connect the Elecbrakes remote, you must first download the Elecbrakes app. Under ‘settings’ tap “Allow EB Remote”.
For more information on how to use the remote, refer to our Remote User Manual.
TAP+TOW NOT WORKING?
If NFC is not enabled on your smartphone, then the Tap + Tow pairing will not work. Try looking in your phone’s settings to turn on NFC or search for the device on the app manually.
CHECK YOUR CONNECTION
The EB2 requires a constant power source to operate. Turning your vehicle’s
headlights on will activate the tail light circuit providing power to the EB2.
Please note the auto (italic) setting in some vehicles will not activate the
tail light circuit
- Start your vehicle and turn your headlights on.
- Navigate to the home page on the Elecbrakes App.
- Put your foot on the brake pedal.
- Check that the red circle is now displayed on the app indicating your unit is working correctly.
Setting Up Your Unit
SETTING THE FORWARD DIRECTION
IMPORTANT
- If this is the first time the Elecbrakes EB2 unit is being used, you will need to follow the steps below in order to calibrate the forward direction.
- During this calibration the Elecbrakes EB2 unit will brake at default settings.
- Drive forward until you reach 40km/h and apply the brakes firmly coming to a full stop.
- Now go to ‘Settings’ and tap ‘Device’. You should see a change from auto to an angle between 0° to 360°.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the angle does not appear in the app, repeat step 1 & 2 again prior to
troubleshooting
ADJUSTING YOUR BRAKES
Once you have confirmed that the installation angle is set, you can adjust
your brake response settings. The unit will be set at a default response that
will need to be tailored to your towing setup. You can configure different
programs, to suit your scenario.
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Your EB2 unit comes with default brake settings. We recommend adjusting your brake response to your specific requirements. To adjust the minimum, forward and reverse response, tap ‘settings’ on the app.
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MINIMUM RESPONSE
To set the minimum response: Drive slowly, approximately 20km/h, and apply the brakes as lightly as you can. The optimal minimum setting is usually when you can just barely feel that the trailer is braking. Experiment with small changes until you are happy with the feel. -
FORWARD RESPONSE
To set the forward response : Drive at 40-50km/h and brake firmly. The optimal forward setting is when the tow vehicle and trailer brake as one. Experiment with small changes until you are happy with the feel of the forward brake response. -
REVERSE RESPONSE
To set the reverse response: Reverse slowly and apply the brakes. Experiment with small changes until you are happy with the feel of
the reverse brake response.
Using Manual Override
The manual override function allows you to manually engage the brakes on your trailer, without activating the vehicle’s brakes. The application of manual override can be used to mitigate trailer sway.
- The ‘When Tapped’ value controls the manual override brake response. To set the value, select ‘When Tapped’ under Override in the program screen.
- A good rule of thumb is to start with the ‘When Tapped’ value the same as your forward response. From there you can adjust according to your preferences.
HOW TO USE:
- Tap the blue tick on the home page to activate the override.
- Hold the red circle to increase braking force if required.
- Tap the red circle again to deactivate the override.
Managing Programs
How to adjust your programs
You can set up to 5 user-defined programs. These programs are useful for
several reasons:
- Variation in the weight of the trailer
- A change in the environment
- Individual user preferences
- You must be connected to the brake controller to set and activate programs. Navigate to the ‘Settings’ page and select a program.
- Rename the program and adjust your brake responses as discussed in the section ‘Adjusting Your Brakes’ of the user guide.
- Tap ‘Home’. The edited program is now your active program. The program selected appears at the top of the page.
- To change the program selected, swipe to the right and select your customised program.
Need Help?
Call our customer service team on 1300 516 248 or check out our FAQ page
online elecbrakes.com/FAQ
Need help? Call 1300 516 248
FAQ
- Q: What type of braking system is the Elecbrakes EB2 compatible with?
- A: The Elecbrakes EB2 can be used with both electric and electric-over-hydraulic braking systems.
- Q: How can I pair my device with the brake controller?
- A: You can pair your device using Tap + Tow technology by tapping your phone to the Elecbrakes logo on the brake controller and downloading the app from the App Store or Play Store.