Carefree BT12 User manual

070029-201r1 July, 2018
U SER ’ S G UIDE
CAREFREE CONNECTS MOBILE APP
F OR C AREFREE 12V M OTORIZED A WNINGS E QUIPPED WITH
C AREFREE ’ S BT12 W IRELESS A WNING C ONTROL S YSTEM
Read this manual before installing or using this product. Failure to follow the instructions
and safety precautions in this manual can result in personal injury and/or cause the
product to not operate properly.

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NOTICESANDDISCLAIMERS
TRADEMARKS
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Use of such marks by Carefree of Colorado is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
STATEMENTS OF COMPLIANCE
●BT12 Control Module ●BT Motion Sensor ●BT Remote
FCC and IC identification numbers are located on the exterior surfaces of the individual components.
FCC C OMPLIANCE
These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) These devices may not cause harmful interference and, (2) These devices must accept
any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to 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 in accordance with 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 receiver.
Connect the equipment into 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.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
IC C OMPLIANCE
These devices comply with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two
conditions: (1) These devices may not cause harmful interference and, (2) These devices must
accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Ces appareils sont conformes aux normes RSS exonérées de licence d'Industrie Canada. L'opération est
soumise aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) Ces appareils ne doivent pas causer d'interférences nuisibles et, (2)
Ces appareils doivent accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences pouvant entraîner un
fonctionnement indésirable.
FCC/IC R ADIATION E XPOSURE S TATEMENT
●BT12 Control Module ●BT Motion Sensor
This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. The
minimum distance between the radiator and people is designed to be 20cm when installed and operated.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux radiations FCC et IC pour un environnement non
contrôlé. La distance minimale entre le radiateur et les personnes est de 20cm lorsqu'installé et utilisé.
●BT12 Remote
This equipment complies with FCC and IC radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. The
minimum distance between the radiator and people is designed to be 5mm when operated.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux radiations FCC et IC pour un environnement non
contrôlé. La distance minimale entre le radiateur et les personnes est de 5mm (à l'exclusion des extrémités:
mains, poignets, pieds et chevilles) lors de l'utilisation.

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DISCLAIMERS
The BT12 Wireless Awning Control System and the Carefree Connects Mobile App are products of
Carefree of Colorado, located in Broomfield, Colorado, USA. The
information contained in or disclosed in
this document is considered proprietary to Carefree of Colorado.
Every effort has been made to ensure
that the information presented in the document is accurate and
complete. However, Carefree of
Colorado assumes no liability for errors or for any damages that result from
the use of this document.
The information contained in this manual pertains to the current components and software listed on the title
page. Carefree of
Colorado reserves the right to cancel, change, alter or add any parts and
procedures, described in this
manual, without prior notice.
Carefree of Colorado agrees to allow the reproduction of this document for use with Carefree of Colorado
products only. Any other reproduction or translation of this document in whole or part is strictly prohibited
without prior written approval from Carefree of Colorado.
SERVICE AND SUPPORT
www.carefreeofcolorado.com/carefreeconnects
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2145 W. 6th Ave.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1Introduction...........................................................................................................................................1
2Component Identification Guide.........................................................................................................1
2.1Additional System Features ...........................................................................................................2
2.1.1Ignition Lockout....................................................................................................................2
2.1.2LED’S...................................................................................................................................2
3Getting Started......................................................................................................................................3
3.1Download the App ..........................................................................................................................3
3.2Pairing ............................................................................................................................................4
3.2.1Set the System into Pairing Mode........................................................................................4
3.2.2Pair Your Mobile Device To Your Awning............................................................................4
3.2.3Pair A BT Remote To Your Awning .....................................................................................6
3.2.4Pair A BT Motion Sensor To Your Awning...........................................................................6
4Quick Reference Guide for Awning Operation ..................................................................................7
4.1Extending Your Awning ..................................................................................................................7
4.2Retracting Your Awning..................................................................................................................7
4.3Controlling Your Awning Led Lights ...............................................................................................8
4.3.1Adjust the Position of Your Led Lights.................................................................................8
5Navigating Your App............................................................................................................................9
5.1Home Screen .................................................................................................................................9
5.1.1Navigation Buttons.............................................................................................................10
5.1.2My Awnings Display Area ..................................................................................................10
5.1.3Awning Controls.................................................................................................................10
5.2Awning Management Page ..........................................................................................................11
5.2.1My Awnings .......................................................................................................................11
5.2.2Available Awnings..............................................................................................................11
5.3Settings Page ...............................................................................................................................12
5.3.1Motion Sensitivity Slider.....................................................................................................12
5.4Peripherals Page..........................................................................................................................13
5.4.1Notifications .......................................................................................................................13
5.4.2Device Status.....................................................................................................................13
5.5About Page...................................................................................................................................14
6Frequently Asked Questions.............................................................................................................15
6.1Why am I unable to connect my awning with my mobile device?.................................................15
6.2Why is my awning not extending?................................................................................................15
6.3Why is my awning retracting on its own?.......................................................................................15
6.4Can I control multiple awnings with the Carefree Connects Mobile App?....................................15
6.5How do I remove an awning?.......................................................................................................15
6.6accidentally hid my own awning from view. How do I get it back? ...............................................16
6.7How do I rename my awning?......................................................................................................16
6.8How do I point my LED lights where I want them to be? ..............................................................16
6.9Why won’t my led dimmer work?..................................................................................................16
6.10My awning keeps beeping. What does this mean? .....................................................................16

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1 Introduction
1INTRODUCTION
Carefree of Colorado strives to design high quality, versatile products that stand the test of time. We
already offer a variety of customizable awnings to complement your RV, and now, with the Carefree BT12
Wireless Awning Control System you have complete control of your awnings.
The BT12 Wireless Control System offers several options to enhance your awning experience. OEM’s may
install these options as a standard offering or they can be added to your system at a later date. Contact
your Carefree sales rep about these options.
The BT12 Wireless Awning Control System offers multiple methods of operating the awning, including
standard switch operation, the Carefree Connects Mobile App, and the BT Remote.
2COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION GUIDE
NOTE: Illustrations in this manual shows the standard Carefree switches. Some OEM’s may choose to furnish
their own switches or incorporate the power and Extend/Retract controls in a multiplexing control system. The
directions are valid for all configurations.

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Component Identification Guide 2
2.1 A DDITIONAL S YSTEM F EATURES
2.1.1 I GNITION L OCKOUT
The BT12 Control System provides two options for transportation safety using ignition lockout.
Standard - The system disables the extend function while the vehicle ignition key is in the ON position.
RTL – The system fully retracts the awning and disables the extend function when the vehicle ignition key is in the
ON position.
Functions will return to normal operation when the ignition key is turned OFF.
Contact your vehicle dealer to find out if you have the ignition lockout option connected and which version is
active in your vehicle.
2.1.2 LED’S
White (monotone) LEDs are a popular option providing lighting beneath the awning. Factory installed LEDs
are located on the leading edge (roller tube or lead rail) or can be mounted at the awning rail when present.
The BT12 Control System provides controls to allow you to set the lights to match your preference with
ON/OFF and dimming controls through the app and/or the BT Remote.
To operate the White LED lights, you must have the awning lights power switch ON.
NOTE: Some OEMS may furnish their own switch that may appear differently than
the switch pictured or may have the LED’s operated through a multiplexing control
center.
The factory default for the lights is full bright. When the light is adjusted with the BT
Remote or the app, the system will remember the setting for the next time the
lights are turned on.

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3 Getting Started
3GETTING STARTED
Prior to downloading and using the Carefree Connects Mobile App, ensure you have your Carefree
awning(s) are properly installed on your vehicle. Refer to your awning installation manual for additional
details.
3.1 D OWNLOAD THE A PP
The Carefree Connects Mobile App is downloadable to any device that supports:
Current iOS or Android operating systems; and,
Bluetooth low energy technology.
The Carefree Connects Mobile App is free to download from the App
Store for Apple products or on Google Play for Android devices.
Download the app. When finished, close out of your app store.
Locate the BT12 icon on your Home screen. Tap on the icon to
launch the app.

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Getting Started 4
3.2 P AIRING
To begin controlling your awnings with the mobile app, you must first:
Ensure Bluetooth is turned ON in the settings page for your mobile device.
Open pairing mode on your awning.
Pair to your awning with the mobile app.
NOTE: Do not attempt to pair to the awning directly through your mobile device. Pairing must be done
through the app.
3.2.1 S ET THE S YSTEM INTO P AIRING M ODE
To put the system into pairing mode for the mobile app and/or additional peripherals that may be added (i.e.
additional remotes), follow the directions below:
1. Turn power to the awning ON.
2. Extend the awning. Note that the awning does not have to
be opened completely.
3. Retract the awning.
4. When the awning is fully retracted, press and hold the
retract switch for 3 seconds.
4.1. The awning is now in pairing mode for 5 minutes.
5. The BT12 control module will automatically pair to the device then go to working mode.
NOTES:
The module will pair to the physically closest unpaired device first. Repeat the pairing steps for each
additional device (the module remembers the devices that have been paired).
Refer to the Carefree Connects Mobile App manual for setting up and pairing a smart device (such as a
smart phone or tablet). The app manual is available at www.carefreeofcolorado.com/carefreeconnects.
Multiple devices can be paired to the awning but only a maximum of 8 peripheral devices can be active
at one time such as key FOBS and one (1) mobile device.
Only one active BT Motion Sensor can be paired to the BT12 Control Module.
Only one mobile device (smartphone or tablet) can be active at a time.

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5 Getting Started
3.2.2 P AIR Y OUR M OBILE D EVICE T O Y OUR A WNING
NOTE: If you have multiple devices to pair to your awning but wish to pair your mobile device first, ensure
your mobile device is positioned closest to the awning prior to completing steps 1-5.
1. Upon launching the app, you will land on the home screen. Tap on the grid icon on the top left of your
screen to enter the Awning Management screen.
2. Locate the awning you wish to claim in the Available Awnings section, and tap on its icon.
3.
Tap the Add to My Awnings button in the pop- up
window. The selected awning will move into the My
Awnings section of the screen.
4. Your paired awning should now be located at the
top of your home screen. Tap on the icon from
either the My Awnings area of the Awning
Management page or from the top of your
home
page to connect to it.

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3.2.3 PAIR ABT REMOTE TO YOUR AWNING
1. Ensure the physical power switch is turned ON prior to pairing your BT Remote, and that you are
attempting to pair within the 5 minute open pairing window.
2. Position your BT Remote as close to the BT Control Module as possible.
3. It may take several seconds for the device to pair, but you can verify that pairing was successful by
pressing the extend button on the remote. The awning should extend following the command.
You can verify the pairing by opening the Carefree Connects Mobile App and navigating to the
Peripherals page. The remote will be listed under “Device Status” (refer to page 13).
4. Once paired, the awning will remember the BT Remote for future use.
Battery replacement is covered in the owner’s manual for your awning equipped with the BT12 Wireless
Awning Control System. Owner’s manuals are available at www.carefreeofcolorado.com.
3.2.4 PAIR ABT MOTION SENSOR TO YOUR AWNING
NOTES:
Only 1 active motion sensor can be paired to the BT12 Control Module.
Depending on the awning type, the BT Motion Sensor may or may not be visible on the outside of the
product. You can use the mobile app to easily identify if you have the BT Motion Sensor. If the motion
sensitivity slider on the settings page is not grayed out, then you have the BT Motion Sensor.
Location of the motion sensor is shown in the owner’s manual for your awning equipped with the BT12
Wireless Awning Control System. Owner’s manuals are available at www.carefreeofcolorado.com.
1. If not previously done, remove the motion sensor from the mounting bracket.
2. Turn the power switch to ON and extend the awning using the switches.
3. Place the awning in pairing mode (refer to page 4).
4. Remove the battery pull tab from the motion sensor.
5. Hold the motion sensor next to the control module for 2-3 seconds. The module should be paired.
6. To test, hold the sensor vertically with the Carefree logo upright, repeatedly move the sensor vertically
up and down to simulate a brisk wind. The awning should retract.
You can verify the pairing by opening the Carefree Connects Mobile App and navigating to the
Peripherals page. The motion sensor will be listed under “Device Status” (refer to page 13).
7. Snap the module in the sensor bracket.
Battery replacement is covered in the owner’s manual for your awning equipped with the BT12 Wireless
Awning Control System. Owner’s manuals are available at www.carefreeofcolorado.com.