Firefly Multiplex with iPhone app

[Metalgator]

I went over to the RV at lunch and got it working. It works really well! I just have to figure out how to mount the module. I took some pictures.





This is the panel cover, the programmer and the module that has to be installed.





This is the panel where you install the module and hookup the programmer. You can't see it in the picture, but in the upper right you see a orange cable plugged in. Above that cable is a row of about 6-7 network ports. You plug in the programmer fist and upload the new software, then you plug in the module to one of the free ports.





Here is the module hooked up to the panel. There is an opening at the bottom of the circuit board so I'm going to try and mount the module underneath the board. Will go back tonight to finish.


The following are pictures of some of the screens from the iPhone app.

















Not sure on the range yet but I stood about 25-30' in front of the motor home and was able to turn on and off lights. I think this is going to be a very nice mod to the motor home.


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[Chuck and Mary Ann]

Great information thanks Metalgator, I'll open the slide, open up the bed and see if the main module is there by the electrical panel - will have to pull off the inside panel though!

[pstandiford]

Good job of documenting this. When I did mine I left the plastic cover off and built a wooden frame with a cover that matched the wood of the bed frame. The module just fit perfectly under the new cover. Can’t send pictures because the MH has been in the shop since early November. But on the good side they finally found the water leak.

[The Gritz Carlton]

Originally Posted by pstandiford

Good job of documenting this. When I did mine I left the plastic cover off and built a wooden frame with a cover that matched the wood of the bed frame. The module just fit perfectly under the new cover. Can’t send pictures because the MH has been in the shop since early November. But on the good side they finally found the water leak.

Good new Paul...where was the leak?

[pstandiford]

Originally Posted by The Gritz Carlton

Good new Paul...where was the leak?

The original leak was on the drivers side seal between the cap and the body. There was a smaller secondary leak on the passenger side in basically the same spot. They used a moisture detector to find it. Removed the cabinet above sofa, removed sofa, and then removed insulation in wall. Replacing insulation with new as well as the paneling. Watch your unit close for leaks.

[The Gritz Carlton]

Originally Posted by pstandiford

The original leak was on the drivers side seal between the cap and the body. There was a smaller secondary leak on the passenger side in basically the same spot. They used a moisture detector to find it. Removed the cabinet above sofa, removed sofa, and then removed insulation in wall. Replacing insulation with new as well as the paneling. Watch your unit close for leaks.

I had factory do a thorough inspection of this area when I was in Wakarusa. So far, all is good. Glad it's behind you now.

[Vaark]

Thanks, Metalgator. Your installation and phone screen grabs were what I needed to see. Mine is on order now and will receive this week.

[Metalgator]

Originally Posted by Vaark

Thanks, Metalgator. Your installation and phone screen grabs were what I needed to see. Mine is on order now and will receive this week.

I got a chance to use the system this weekend. It really works well. Glad I spent the money on it.

[pstandiford]

Originally Posted by The Gritz Carlton

The BR radio does have a "wire antenna" as many radios have had for years. One of the problems, and a consistent one with the builders, is the coiled antenna wire from the box" is not "uncoiled" and ran up into the wall as it should be. During my Wakarusa Vacation the technician pulled the wire out and located it best he could up the wall behind some trim. It made a dramatic difference in reception. I would safely assume all rear BR radios on similar coaches share the same problem. The slides are built before the radios are installed...thus, they just stick it in the hole, stuff the wires in the back and leave it that way.

Still working through the big list of items with a great local service center. Told them what you had found. They checked and found that ours did not have an antenna attached. Glad we didn’t have any plans for the winter.

[The Gritz Carlton]

They told the workers..."put a radio in the bedroom"....they forgot to tell them..."make it functional".

[abba3939]

Originally Posted by Vaark

How good is the app? Any screenshots?

Very nice app and responsive. Does cost .99 to download but works great for the few days I have messed with it.

[chrisngrod]

Does anyone find it strange that the tanks only show 0, 33, 67 and 100 percent?

[pstandiford]

Originally Posted by chrisngrod

Does anyone find it strange that the tanks only show 0, 33, 67 and 100 percent?

Not strange to me. Each level is indicated by a separate probe. Three probes total. No probes in waste will be between 0 and 33%. Lowest probe in waste will be over 33% but less than 67%. Second probe in waste is over 67% but less than 100%. Top probe in waste is 100%. My top probe is not really at the top so it does give a bit of safety factor in the reading.

[chrisngrod]

Ah thought it was some kind of floating sensor. Thanks for the feedback and reassurance that all systems normal here.