New Switch Panel AUXBEAM AR-800 RGB Multifunction Bluetooth LED Install and Review.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ก.ย. 2024
- In this video I install and review the switches for use in my 2021 GMC Sierra AT4. I looked at so many options and I felt this product was the right balance of design and price for my current needs.
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Oh yes! Finally a DIY channel with clean installs. Clear video quality and angles. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Gained a subscription 💥
Happy to be of service! Lots of videos over the past couple years. Hopefully they are getting better 😂
As always, excellent step-by-step walkthrough as well as post install feature demonstration is greatly appreciated.
Glad you liked it. It takes a long time to film 😂
Finally something cheaper than the switchPro
Nice Job, Don. I just bought this unit for my 2019 Tacoma. It arrives tomorrow and I wanted to jump right in cleaning up all the wiring that some unprofessional professionals left excessed of tangled up under my hood. I've watched a few of the tutorials/reviews for this product and found that yours was presented the clearest and most helpful. Thank you, sir.
I appreciate the kind words
i install that in my truck 3yrs ago.it works and held up great...and i live in a cold and snowy area like you🤣👍❗
Prefer the replaceable relay version, easier troubleshooting. Also if relay fails you can swap positions to put the circuit back in operation. Relays fail, I like the option to replace. I would not like to replace the whole relay power unit because (one) potted relay failed. They should keep the previous (old) form factor and add the RGB/Blue-Tooth features. Don, great videos. Thank-you!
Thanks for sharing! Weighing the pros and cons as you research what works best for your project makes sense
I like how you responded to his video . Great to see someone thinks lie me . I also would like to know if this company will provide any help, customer support and is in the USA most importantly this system is not waterproof from what I can see I put my money on Finex 4200 mini controller made in the USA, they provide lighting equipment for fire, police and public safety
Thanks buddy for your vid but I’m still looking for quality waterproof system
Just got done putting this switch in a 2022 refresh with the Duramax. Everything is the same, except getting through the firewall was a pain in the butt. The air intake tubes block it. Removed the first elbow, and access was still tight, but I got it... if you remove the back part of the intake hose, it wouldn't be too bad, but that seemed like it would be more trouble than it was worth.
Oh, and finding the wire was a little challenging in the cab. I don't know if the 2022s have more sound insulation, but I had to dig for it.
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The cord was long enough. The only cutting of wires was my light bar switch
Don your incredibly smart!! All your work is impressive 👏 your a great DIY! 👍 thanks for your time chatting with me too!
Happy to help Chad!
Hey Don. Betcha that truck will soon be able to make coffee in the AM before too long with all your DIY mods! Hahhaa...nice work (as always)
Great idea 💡!
You should add dual roof ditch lights next!
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I have a Auxbeam and a light bar just like that, I want to learn how to install but I’m having trouble. So I cut the wires like you did in min 14:22 but I don’t know hot to connect to the box which wire goes to negative and positive since it’s it has a red blue and white wire, it’s also a RC led light bar with DRL
Don - loved the video and the step by step install directions. My AR-800 arrived yesterday and followed your video and the supplied installation brochure supplied by Auxbeam. Unfortunately, despite everything being hooked up correctly I cannot get the control box to turn on and illuminate. I tried to reach Auxbeam for assistance but to no avail, and they don't have any Q&A or Troubleshooting links on their website, or none that I could find.
My 2016 Toyota Tundra has LOW PROFILE mini fuses, so I used the supplied fuse tap, which is designed for mini fuses, and replaced my 10 amp low profile mini ignition fuse with a 10 amp mini fuse. The supplied fuse tap seems to fit fine into my truck's fuse box, and even with replacing the truck's 10 amp low profile mini fuse with a 10 amp mini fuse the truck started up just fine. I haven't hooked up any accessories yet, but one would conclude the control box should display it is receiving power with or without any attached accessories. Do you think the issue is using a fuse tap with mini fuses instead of LOW PROFILE mini fuses? Any troubleshooting ideas?
Sorry just saw this message. TH-cam flagged it as spam. Have you tried bridging the trigger wire to the main power lead just to test it out for power. That small trigger wire is on a two prong pin. Maybe the other side is live. Just making guesses in the dark
Great video, this honestly sold me on it.
It made sense for me and has been working well
Great walk thru, appreciate it!
Absolutely 👍🏼 Glad you like it
Thanks for taking the time to go through the app. Many videos and still no one has demonstrated the app as clearly as you have.
Is the app compatible with android auto? (Disregard, I now know you mean something like carlinkit.)
Im looking for a replacement to the CTS2 powerswitch.
Ah Don. I was waiting for you to visually show me mounting options inside the cab. Anyhow, I just bought one using the code. Originally $300, Auxbeam is currently already 10% off at $269. With your code it gets down to $243.
I only found the one spot that wouldn’t involve screws or cutting
Can you make a group that would turn on all of you lights and make them flash but the other buttons would be a normal setting of on and off?
Please someone help been trying to find this information everywhere. I have auxbeam light bar that has a power button and a toggle button to switch from white amber both and stobe would this allow me to turn them on and switch in between the different modes? Thanks
It would have to have each feature (wire) hooked up to separate switches on the Auxbeam panel instead of using the switch it came with. Then you would program each switch to behave how you want it to (on/off, momentary or strobe)
@Donslife would I be able to switch in between the different color modes I don't know if I explained it right. Have a switch with 2 buttons one is on/off the other switches in between white, amber, white and amber then white stobe
Amber strobe and white and amber strobe. Thanks for ur info and time.
With the Auxbeam you could do all of those modes separately
Great video instruction. I see that you connect the remote wire to the ignition. Does that mean you can only turn lights on when the ignition is in "on" position? If so, is there a way to bypass that and give you the ability to turn the lights on without turning on the ignition?
This video should help:
Adding a Wireless Remote For My Accessories!
th-cam.com/video/aV7ey5415dI/w-d-xo.html
This really helped, you made a good video
Glad you think so!
Thank you for the video.
Excellent video Don!
Thank you Paul!
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It's like a couple tanks of gas now :)
very good step by step explanation - question? the ignition/accessory switch wire - where would I connect it since I can't do your option where you spliced into a red wire? I have 2024 GMC Canyon elevation - please advise
Heated seats circuit? I used my cooled seats for these things
So I'm wondering if I can cut the switch controls off and tap my DRL so they can work automatically? Then make everything automatic except things like light bars that are not for road use! Maybe i just need to find a way to split or separate the switch controls wire. Great videos keep up the great work!
So, theoretically, would I be able to run this purely from my phone without installing the switch panel? I'm looking at getting these for my RHD Jeep so I can finally get some strobes on it, but not super keen on the idea of tearing the dash apart to run the wires.
Great video, super informative!
A+ work as always! If mine wasnt a lease id consider doing alot of your mods. Have you considered installing the sierra sportsbar from the 16-19 all-terrains? I swapped mine over but on the x-31 package not the at4. Ive had many compliments and would def look good on the artic white!
What is this sportsbar you speak of? I have the same truck
Gm had a factory sportsbar they offered on the 16-19 all-terrainX packages. I kept mine when i sold the truck and put it on my next one which was the '21 new body style.
I have thought about a couple sport bars including the one you speak of. With my current box cover I just can do it. But I haven’t ruled it out
Box cover definitely wont work. I had to do a bit of modding to the tonneau cover to make things fit right. The factory covers will not fit either. Only certain aftermarket ones will work.
Question. If the light bar has 2 color modes (amber and white) , would you need to wire them to separate switches? It looks like you did but wanted to confirm! Thank you. Great video looking to get one for my father in law
Yes I have each DRL to their own dedicated switch
What the point of Bluetooth, if you still have to run it through the firewall
Great video and clean installation.
In regard to the compressor, how do you deflate/flate the tires pressure?
Without an auxiliary tank it is slow, but possible:
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I am loving this control panel.
One question. Does anyone if it is possible to set the control to power on the last set accessories as soon as it powers up with the car?
As it stands now, when you turn the car off, powering off the panel, next time you power the car on, you must press the main power button on the panel to activate it.
I would like to set it to power on automatically with the car startup.
Is this possible?
You may have answered this, but I have a 3 way switch for light. On/off/backlit. Will this panel allow for all 3 positions?
Not that I am aware of. A 3rd position would need a 2nd switch to be used.
Great stuff thanks 👍 you said you were going to up a different light bar Which new light bar you going with ✌️🇨🇦
I am thinking the Strand 22” dual row with DRL. I haven’t ordered it yet, but I think that’s the one
Hi Thank you for the nice review Can I control the intensity of the lighting, make it dim or strong?
No problem. Thanks for watching. This product doesn’t allow you to adjust the brightness of the connected devices.
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Thanks 😊
This look identical to the non rgb non app version. I'm thinking maybe all that functionality is built into the switch itself. My biggest dislike is that it doesn't remember what's on when I turn the car back on. So DRL would be pointless to wire up since they'd have to be turned on every time. I actually mounted my switch to my GMRS radio's mount underneath it so it's kinda like a console of equipment. Love the auto dim feature, works very well. Hopefully this will hold up better than the junk wiring harnesses KC sent me with my lights. Corroded and burned at the relay since it was 1 wire in and 2 out to each 80 watt light. The outputs were fine but the input wire was just burnt.
dude went right by the air compressor icon on the app.
nice sheetmetal screws...
They were the super high quality ones they provided 😂 and still holding two pieces of plastic together just fine.
Great vid. Do you know the power the panel uses to operate itself? Like standby power when all the circuits are turned on but no accessories actually drawing power? I have a different panel that draws 1a constantly just to have switches in on position.It’s a bit of an issue and I need to find new panel. Thanks
If you forget to turn the lights off does this automatically turn them off after shutting the truck off?
Yes, when the truck is turned off the panel will lose power too and shut off all accessories connected to it. I chose to wire it up this way. In a later video, I added a remote to be able to turn the panel on and off independently of the truck.
Adding a Wireless Remote For My Accessories!
th-cam.com/video/aV7ey5415dI/w-d-xo.html
Hey Don, love all your vids and mods. Will this work just off the auxbeam phone app or infotainment screen without having to run the 8gang controller into the cab?
Thank you sir! Technically you could leave the control panel tucked away somewhere safely in the engine bay away from heat and moisture. Your phone app via Bluetooth would do the controlling. Personally I would find that inconvenient and would want the panel in the cab, even if you left it sitting in the glovebox or something. If you want to control it with your infotainment system, you’ll need something like my CarPlay AI box to control the Auxbeam switches.
How is that motherboard? Much taller than regular 8 gang? Thanks
Gained another subscription! I would be interested in knowing if the Ar-800 is still performing well after a few months now.
Welcome! It absolutely is. I just wired up some more lighting in this video last week!
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Any chance you could make a reel or shorts about which accessory you have in which slot?
My Community page here on TH-cam and my Instagram both have a picture with labels that can help you out
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I will be adding some more things to hook up to these switches soon enough!
@@Donslife Great! That would make driving more easier!
The light strip had 3 cables, how did you connect it?
I replied to your instagram message 😊
I need some help!! I try installing this today after watching many TH-cam videos about the RGB 8 switch panel, man no matter what i did every time I have this connected to my battery my car wont start, if like the battery die or something. I thought I have the wires installed wrong, changed the wires and same problem. I did however got the panel to light up the first try but when I press the starter on my truck it wouldn't start. Anybody have an idea what's going on? also none of this videos tell you that if you install the add a fuse inside the cabin your fuse cover wont fit anymore, even with mini add a fuse wire. Please help!!!! I have a tacoma off road 2020
What was the noise when you made the light strobe?
Without rewatching the video, probably the relays clicking on/off rapidly
Awesome job, can you turn on the lights with the app even if the truck is turned off?
Yes if you wire it up that way. Here is a video where I can turn it on remotely too:
Adding a Wireless Remote For My Accessories!
th-cam.com/video/aV7ey5415dI/w-d-xo.html
Does this kit has the feature come in white?
I have the Chevy 1500. You used a existing fuse tap. Which fuse number would you recommend to tap into? Engine bay fuse number or passenger side fuse panel number?
hey man I install the same switch panel on my truck before but haven't done the add a fuse connection yet hopefully you can help me to which one I can use for the add a fuse. Thank you, Keep making great DIY videos for our trucks 👍
Send me an email with exactly what you are trying to do and maybe I can help
What sort of range do you get on the app and phone use??
Normal Bluetooth range, like 10-30ft. They make a RF remote version too now
Can this only be used when the truck is on?
Depends how you want to wire it up. Here is a follow up video :
Adding a Wireless Remote For My Accessories!
th-cam.com/video/aV7ey5415dI/w-d-xo.html
Pulse mode for emergency road assistance?
Maybe a good plan
Nice install
Glad you like it
Hey Don what fuse do I use for my acc I have the same truck
Try the cooled/ventilated seats on the passenger side interior fuse panel
can you use the same button for toggling and pulsing without opening the app?
Did you ask Auxbeam if this controller is waterproof system ip67 rated ? What about customer services to take my phone calls if there’s any issues with this 6 or 8 gang controller
Every switch has its waterproof rating listed on the website. I have always had replies 📧 mg them. Never have I attempted a phone call
Hey Don, a little curious when you are speaking about the "App" and choosing the Colors. Are the Colors associated to the Buttons on the App or colors coming out of your Lightbar?
Strictly the look of the panel buttons can be changed with the APP
@@Donslife Thank you, Sir. Great Videos and modifications. Must be nice to be rich! Ha, Ha, Ha........
Don, great work, Gained a subscriber! I'm curious if you know, I reached out to Auxbeam asking if you always had to turn the switch on (for a specific device i.e. DRL, clearance lights etc) with each power up? They replied with, you will always need to turn the unit on via the on/off button on the control head or thru app once you have either key in ACC or ignition on. Is that true? Does each button have memory of previous use at power off? However, I also wanted to be able to have the unit automatically turn on with ACC or ignition and have the preset lights come on. Trying to eliminate always having to turn the unit on after keying up the vehicle to turn on my DRL and clearance lights each time I start the vehicle. Thanks!
I have exactly the same question about the memory function...
@@robertionescu_ I did get this unit and although it powers up (the buttons light up) if using the accessory lead. Then you can either hit the "memory button" in the center of the unit to turn on any switches/buttons that were on when you previously cut power to the unit or, select which button(s) you wish to turn on individually. It will not power on any items connected to the buttons by default when turning the key on. hope this helps.
@@davymill6696 Thank you. This helps a lot 👍
Is the iPhone app. Auxbeam?
Switch Panel is the iOS app name
Can you turn the pod light on without the ignition on or no? And if yes, how do you wire where the pod light can turn on without the ignition being on and would it drain battery? Thank you
Yes there is a way. Here is one way that I did it :
Adding a Wireless Remote For My Accessories!
th-cam.com/video/aV7ey5415dI/w-d-xo.html
If I have lights that I would like functioning while the ignition is off, does this switch Bank drain the battery if the accessory wire is hooked up to a power source that isn't ignition dependent?
It will drain a little power to illuminate the LED backlights for the panel if the remote wire is connected to an ‘always hot’ source. I left my panel powered up overnight and my vehicle wasn’t really drained. Over a few days it could be a problem. You might want to do something like this : th-cam.com/video/aV7ey5415dI/w-d-xo.html
Don...the link you posted is not the one you installed
It’s fixed. Thank you!
@@Donslife now I have to return mine because I didn't pay attention 🙃
I suck 😞
sweet video and after seeing some of the updates to the 8 gang panel I'm leaning towards it over the 6 gang, mainly the toggle/momentary mode selection and the slimmer fuse/relay box form factor (since it'll be going into a car). Thinking this is just the sort of thing to make installing various Leds and ambient lighting much easier (since I have yet to install any 12v accessories). I do wish there was a 3 way toggle switch option because for the front light bar I'd love to control it by being on/off/on w/high beams) but might need to wire that separately.
One thing I was wondering is that when you were showing your compressor with the inline fuse you said you could replace the 20A auxpower box fuse with a 15A one and negate the need for the inline one. I thought replacing the fuses was not reccomended, did you end up doing that without any issues?
You can change the fuse ratings up to 30A per circuit, just don’t exceed 60A of draw at once.
@@Donslife okay cool, thanks for the quick reply bud. I just want to add a few things so 60A shouldn't be an issue. Having to run 3 less wires to toggles in the cabin will be awfully nice though 👌
I am leaning towards Auxbeam > more expensive options but I don't like that I have to turn my IGN on to power up my accessories. Is the app control also dependent on IGN being on?
Fair point. You can wire up the switch panel to constant too. Really up to you…….or you can add a diode and a remote switch like I did in the video. Now I can sit by the campfire and turn the switch on remotely, while controlling all the gadgets. (For example) 😊
Adding a Wireless Remote For My Accessories!
th-cam.com/video/aV7ey5415dI/w-d-xo.html
Nice video 👍 If my light bar needs 35 amps (420W on 12V) and the switch panel only has up to 30 amps, how would i wire the original harness with a 40 amp relay into the auxbeam switch panel? Would that work? Thanks.
You would hook it up with 40amp harness/relay as per the lightbar manufacturer’s instructions and just use the Auxbeam as a switch. You could use a 5A circuit just for switching the 40amp relay on and off
@@Donslife Thank you loads. This is a big relief. 🙏
Soo I have RC lights that have a full light mode and a DRL mode. Will that still work with this panel?
Yes, just wire each feature to a switch. You can also program switches to turn on together
@@Donslife thank you
If I power off the vehicle “cutting power to accessory wire turning off the unit” if I turn my car back on without turning the switches off first will the buttons that were on. Will it come back on when you start? Or do you gotta turn them back on every time
The switch is designed to turn on and off with an ignition or accessory trigger. You would need to turn the connected device on again after the panel loses power. You can likely do some creative wiring outside of how the manufacturer instructs the installation. Going this route you can forgo using a switch altogether and just use a relay.
@@Donslife hold on I think we might not understand eachother, let’s say switch 1 is on currently, you turn off ur truck without turning off switch one. the device looses power, turn ur truck back on, will switch one also come back on or do you gotta press the button again.
@@uniteddrones7626 sorry! Shutting of the vehicle resets the panel to ‘off’ for all the the connected devices. You have to repress each item or group you have programmed to turn things back on.
Does the car have to be on in order to use the app? Would be cool to turn on lightbars from the rooftop tent if need be.
No, you can install a remote switch like I did in this video if you wanted:
Adding a Wireless Remote For My Accessories!
th-cam.com/video/aV7ey5415dI/w-d-xo.html
@@Donslife thanks! 🙏
Hi, thanks for the tutorial. What's the name of that light bar that you show on your truck?
No Problem. I had a 20” Rough Country with DRL but now I have upgraded it to a Strands Siberia 22” lightbar. I have videos for both
@@Donslife great, thanks 👍
Can you dim the light bars and stuff with the app also like the trigger controller?
No you can’t with this switch.
Those with a 2022 or so GMC AT4 where did you connect the fuse tap wire to an ignition source?
Passenger side fuse box has more options. The cooled seats is the one I used. Not sure the location on the 22’s
Hey Don
With the ignition cable… where would you put that for somebody who doesn’t have a compressor? Lol
Cooled seat fuse tap on the passenger side of my Sierra. Any ignition switched fuse will work. The current draw is minimal
@@Donslife thank you man 🤙🏼
Clean! Been planning on the switch panel before I installed any auxiliary lights. Did you consider the switch-pros 9100?
I did! But $850+taxes in Canada is more than I am willing to spend
@@Donslife Damm that's steep... with the auxbeam can you run any lights with the ignition off? For example if I wanted to run some rocklights
@@saltlifechris3623 you could, but all of the connected devices would be ready to go and the panel would stay illuminated while standing by. You could add an inline switch or a trigger I suppose. I’d have to give it more thought. There are remotes you could use as a secondary power source to the panel. 🤔
@@Donslife great suggestion
@@saltlifechris3623 i ran mine to be hot at all times. I shoot commercial gear firework shows so i need the lights to run long lengths of time with the engine and ignition off. It works great, and if just the panel is illuminated it does not run the battery down
Which fuse did you tap for power?
For the remote turn on, I tapped the cooled seat circuit in the panel of the passenger side (in the cab).
@@Donslife can I tap that fuse even if I don't have that equipment in the truck?
What is the fuse # where the thin red wire goes?
I went with the cooled seat circuit
@@Donslife could i use one from the front fuse box, i have a 2020 GMC Sierra, or do you recomend not use that box?
Hard for me to comment since I don’t know if your 2020 and my 2021 have the exact same fuse locations. If you can find a suitable circuit in the front box, go ahead. I wasn’t happy with my options in the front fuse box under the hood
Ok thanks for u help
Are you able to customize the pulse pattern? Or is it always the same?
This species unit allows the one speed for pulse on each switch
thanks!@@Donslife
How did you end up mounting the panel? Adhesive or screws/cutout? Was unclear
3M adhesive strips on the flat area of my dash.
Thank you for the quick reply. What did you do with the negative and/or ground? Did you just have to run it to one of the switches?
You can terminate them on the body/frame or the switch
great video, have a question.. I install the one thats not compatible with the app. if i get the one with the APP do i have to chasnge just the control pannel?
Good question, as far as I know the control panel that goes in the vehicle is what ‘talks’ to the app. So as long as the switch box is compatible with a Bluetooth capable panel at a later time, I think it would work. I would ask Auxbeam to be sure just in case the physical connections vary. To be fair, I only installed the one panel and haven’t had experience with their other switches/panels
It worked with just the controller. Thanks for responding tho
So is auxbeam and aux power the same company? I've seen them both on Amazon but wasn't sure.
I don’t think so as Auxbeam has a website with hundreds of skus and aux-power has one but with 19 items. I really don’t know. I just like what I have been experiencing with Auxbeam.
Nice video! Does the controller lose memory of the switches that were on after an ignition cycle from on to off to on again? Engine cooling fan for example should have immediate power without having to turn a switch on each time you start the vehicle. Thanks in advance
When the ignition is turned off the devices it controls turn off too. When the first ignition is on again, the devices need to be turned back on manually but they will stay programmed as groups and/or pulse, toggle and momentarily mode if you set them up that way. I installed a remote control circuit with a diode so I can keep the switch on without starting the truck too.
@@Donslife Could you do a video on that setup? I am wanting to have power without the truck being on but still want to have safeguards in place.
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Mite be a dumb question but when you said android box is it the same as android auto?
Sort of. It is a separate device that is android based but connects to through wired CarPlay protocols. Basically turns your infotainment screen into a custom Android device that can run Netflix, TH-cam and apps like AuxBeam that Android Auto can’t normally.
Great vid! How are you running wires from the bed up to the engine compartment? Also, if you had a 3.0 you'd be lulling a reservoir out 🥴
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Thanks! The video showing wires run from the box is this one:
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Which fuse was your pink wire going to? I am not sure which fuse to connect to on my 22 sierra.
I ran it to the ventilated seat fuse on the passenger side panel inside the cab
@@Donslife This is the biggest question I have as well. I looked and a few others, and they also have this question, but I, unfortunately, don't understand your responses. I do think I understand that it's your pink wire in this video. I went to the compressor video but could not find exactly what you did here. Is there another wire or anything anywhere closer or easier to find? or do you have a video clip of this? Thanks so much for all the videos. Just used a ton of your discount codes so thank you!
Does the app have a monthly fee?
No fees sir
I installed this kit on my 2018 gmc Sierra, I just need to wire my add a fuse any suggestions for ACC fuse in the engine bay? Thanks.
The engine bay fuse box has a weatherproof casing so it is hard to get wires in there without some modifications. I ran wires through the firewall to the passenger. Lots of options there
@@Donslife yea I was thinking of maybe drilling a small hole the size of the wire and silicone it once I’m finish but I’m open to wiring it in the cab, I read you used the cooled seats fuse my truck is equipped with that as well.
Do you know if you are able to swap out the fuses to higher amp? Or is 30 max? Thanks for the great video
I am not sure. My assumption would be each circuit is up to 30Amp but don’t exceed 60Amps total running at the same time. You’d have to ask the manufacturer if you can go higher than 30amps on one circuit
Why did you put a blank wire end on one of the three wires where you cut off the connector? Was the wire you blanked the illumination wire for the switch that normally connects to that lead?
Yes I believe so
Once u choose an action for the individual buttons how do you save that so it stays that way?
The order of the pad’s buttons correspond to terminals in the switch box. First button is the first fuse location in the switch box and so on. Example : If you want a 30A device in the third location, just move the 30A fuse to the third location in the switch box.
@@Donslife sorry.... I meant "'in the app". Momentary, toggle, etc
And I figured out how to do it better ... instead of using the app... double click the on/off on the panel to go into button program mode. Blue is momentary. Once u set the buttons press the power button again to save it.
Are you able to set anything to turn on with the ignition? ie DRL always on unless you switch it off?
Yes it could be done but more wiring would be involved.
@@Donslife I was thinking of wiring in a normally closed relay and using the switch to turn it off. But was hoping maybe it could be an option in the upgraded one to just be normally closed vs open. Thanks
Exactly my first thought. If you do it, let me know how you like it that way
How did you connect the app to the auxbeam i got the 6 panel one
once powered on you should find it in your phone's bluetooth connections
Do it have any trigger inpputs?
Like hight beam signal = turn on switch 1 and 2 ect.
I think I liike the Switch Pros better.
I get it but this is 1/3 the price is all
i like it but what happens if the relays fail? on the gang you can atleast replace
I live life on the edge 👍🏼
You mention being able to use " Android box" to connect it to the infotainment. Do you know what system you use for this, I dont see it listed in your products? I have been less than satisfied with a few that I have tried to connect my Sierra. Thanks
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@@Donslife gotcha....not even close to worth $400 asking price...thanks for info though
I can’t get through the firewall to save my life
It is a pain. Try running a cost hanger wire through or cut the opening a little larger in the grommet
I installed the same switch panel and I’m now on my second one and it still doesn’t seem to be working correctly. Sometime the switch will power on and sometimes it won’t. Sometimes when it does have power I’ll push a button and the whole panel will lose power. Any idea what might be causing this or how to fix it?
Something isn’t right. Mine has been 100% and I have 5/8 used. Maybe the harness from the battery to the switch is shorted
@@Donslife what harness are you referring to? It’s just the power cable from the battery to the switch isn’t it? Excuse my ignorance, wiring rookie here
Hey now worries. I didn’t explain my thought well either. The control harness from the box under the hood to the switch panel has some pretty thin wires in the braided harness. I was thinking one of them could be intermittently shorting out. When you replaced the last one, did you replace the wiring too? I would start there anyway but still reach out the AuxBeam. They sell lots of these things and may know of a specific issue