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- Page 1 L I N VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE O P E R ATI ON G U ID E LX100 Vehicle Accessory Interface Kit | 03.08.18...
- Page 2 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT WHAT IS LINX? PAGE 2...
- Page 3 This connects to the LINX Controller which is the brains behind the system, and is conveniently installed out-of-sight either underneath the dash or the seat. STAY IN THE LOOP For the latest details, updates and list of accessories, head over to: www.linx.arb.com.au PAGE 3...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Get to know the basic in’s and out’s of your brand new LINX - the next generation of 4x4 Accessories. KIT CONTENTS WHAT’S IN THE BOX? OVERVIEW COMPATIBLE ARB ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES p.10 INITIAL SETUP SETTING UP YOUR LINX p.13 GETTING STARTED p.14... - Page 5 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT SWITCHBOARD MODULE p.40 CONFIGURING SWITCHBOARD MODULE p.40 RENAMING ACCESSORIES p.41 AUTOMATING ACCESSORIES p.41 LOW BATTERY PROTECTION p.42 SWITCHING ON AN ACCESSORY p.42 BATTERY MODULE p.43 CONFIGURING BATTERY MODULE p.43 RENAMING BATTERIES p.44 LOW VOLTAGE ALARM LEVEL p.44 SPEEDOMETER MODULE p.46...
- Page 6 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT KIT CONTENTS Each and every component to get your new LINX up and running. BAC K TO TA BLE O F C ON T EN TS PAGE 6...
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Page 7: What's In The Box
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 01 . WHAT’S IN THE BOX? Congratulations on the purchase of your brand new LINX. Inside the box, you’ll find each of the components required to get the system up and running for your next 4x4 adventure. WIRING LOOMS (x3) DIN RAIL 180MM LINX CONTROLLER... -
Page 8: Overview
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT OVERVIEW Out of the box, LINX offers total control of six pre-installed modules: Front & Rear Traction, Compressor & Pressure Control, Battery Monitoring, Speedometer, Air Suspension Control and an Accessory Switchboard. B ACK TO TABL E OF CO NT EN TS PAGE 8... -
Page 9: Compatible Arb Accessories
LINX. ARB DRIVING LIGHTS AIR LOCKERS ARB offers a large range of LED, HID and Halogen driving Designed and manufactured in Australia, ARB Air lights and light bars to suit your every driving need. Lockers will enhance the traction of your 4×4 in just Designed to perform in the most extreme conditions, about any terrain, whether it’s rock, clay, gravel, sand,... -
Page 10: Optional Accessories
A range of products are available to complement the LINX Vehicle Accessory Interface. Please refer to the LINX Installation Guide or your nearest ARB Store or Stockist for further information. FIND YO UR NE AR E ST STOR E A-PILLAR BRACKET... - Page 11 LINX accessories that don’t come with a relay in its wiring Pressure Control Kit (coupled with an ARB air compressor) loom. Most ARB wiring looms already come with a allows you to take full advantage of LINX’s Pressure relay.
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Page 12: Initial Setup
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT INITIAL SETUP It’s time to get your LINX device up and running! B ACK TO TABL E OF CO NT EN TS PAGE 12... -
Page 13: Setting Up Your Linx
Lockers and driving lights will vary depending on whether the accessory was fitted before or after your next LINX installation. LINX is fully customisable to suit your vehicle, please contact your local ARB distributor to discuss your individual requirements and provide a quote for your installation. -
Page 14: Getting Started
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT GETTING STARTED The LINX Display receives power from the LINX Controller via the USB charge cable provided. The LINX Display’s on-board battery will take around 1 hour to fully charge from flat condition and provide approximately 4 hours of non-connected run time. It is normal practice to leave the display on all the time and connected when in the vehicle. -
Page 15: Switching On/Off
To switch off the Display, press & hold the power button then tap Power off then OK. VOLUME POWER BUTTON BUTTONS For more information on installing the LINX system and associated equipment on your vehicle, please refer to the LINX Installation Guide and your nearest ARB outlet. PAGE 15... -
Page 16: Updating Linx Software
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT UPDATING LINX SOFTWARE Once the LINX Controller has been connected to power it is important to check for and perform a LINX software update before doing any further wiring. To do this, you will need to turn on the LINX Display, connect to the internet (via wifi for mobile data) and then connect to the LINX Controller using the provided USB cable. - Page 17 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1. Upon selecting LINX Update the screen will display: 2. If a new version is available, tap Down- load and follow the instructions to install. When LINX re-connects after the update, it will determine if the LINX Controller firmware also needs to be updated and show the following screen.
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Page 18: Bluetooth Pairing The Display With Controller
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT BLUETOOTH PAIRING THE DISPLAY WITH CONTROLLER The LINX Display and LINX Controller can communicate using either the USB or Bluetooth connection. But before Bluetooth communication can be used, first they have to be paired. AUTO PAIRING The easiest way to pair the display and controller is to first connect them via USB and perform a software update as described in the section above. - Page 19 Access the BLUETOOTH SETTINGS by: 1. Open up the APP DRAWER 2. Tap SETTINGS and select BLUETOOTH 1. Tap ‘ARB LINX’ from the available devices. To pair with LINX: 2. Once paired, the LINX Display should change to ‘split screen mode’, and be dis- playing the vehicle’s battery voltage...
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Page 20: Operating Linx
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT OPERATING LINX Learn how to navigate your LINX device. B ACK TO TA BL E O F C ON TE NTS PAGE 20... -
Page 21: Linx Display
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT LINX DISPLAY The LINX Display is the user interface that enables the driver to access and customise the settings that control the 4X4 equipment installed on the vehicle and connected to the LINX Controller. It uses a capacitive touch screen and is based on the Android 6.0 operating system. -
Page 22: Home Screen
LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT HOME SCREEN Upon start-up, the LINX Display shows the ARB LINX home screen and then enters 'split screen mode'. The status bar contains several icons positioned across the top of the display which indicate the status of the unit. Items which are active/on are bright. Items which are inactive/off are greyed out. - Page 23 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT APP DRAWER LINX HOME BACK RECENT (Tap twice to return to Home Screen) NOTES • Tap Recent to display a list of recently selected Apps. Scroll up/down and tap an item to return to it. To remove an item from the list tap the X button for that item.
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Page 24: Settings Menus
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT SETTINGS MENUS QUICK SETTINGS MENU Quick Settings is used to change frequently accessed items. With two fingers, swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick Settings menu. To toggle something on or of, simply tap the appropriate icon. -
Page 25: Linx User Interface
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT LINX USER INTERFACE The LINX system offers a Graphical User Interface (GUI) similar to that found on most smart phones and tablets. In order to fast track your use of the LINX interface, please acquaint yourself with these basic methods of interacting with LINX. -
Page 26: Linx Display Screens
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT LINX DISPLAY SCREENS MAIN ICON SCREEN SPLIT SCREEN (independently scroll) FULL SCREEN TEXT ENTRY NUMERIC ENTRY INFORMATION SCREEN PAGE 26... -
Page 27: Linx Main Icon Screen
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1 0. LINX MAIN ICON SCREEN The LINX Main Icon Screen contains a list of the software modules installed on your LINX Display. It provides direct access to each of the LINX modules, the LINX settings, LINX module activation and LINX system information. -
Page 28: Accessing Each Module
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT ACCESSING EACH MODULE The LINX Display is supplied with pre-installed software modules. These provide access to modules like: Front and Rear Traction, Compressor, Switchboard (for lights), Battery monitor, Speedometer and Air Suspension. Scroll down or up to see which modules are installed. When a module is selected, the display automatically enters 'split screen mode'. -
Page 29: Linx Settings Screen
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT LINX SETTINGS SCREEN The LINX system’s Auto Night Mode integrates with the vehicles headlights and enables the user to customise the display brightness for specific driving conditions. The Units for speed, distance, temperature and pressure can also be set individually. -
Page 30: Updating Linx
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1 1 . UPDATING LINX The LINX system can check for new updates whenever connected to the Internet by tapping 'LINX Update'. 1. Upon selecting LINX Update the screen will display: 2. If a new version is available, tap Down- load and follow the instructions to install. -
Page 31: Modules Overview
MODULES OVERVIEW When you’re ready to hit the road, accessing each module using LINX is achieved with a simple swipe across the touchscreen display. B ACK TO TABLE OF CO NT EN TS PAGE 31... -
Page 32: Front And Rear Traction Modules
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1 2. FRONT AND REAR TRACTION MODULES The LINX Front Traction and Rear Traction modules are used to control and setup the Air Lockers installed on your vehicle and when selected will automatically turn on the air compressor where required to engage them. -
Page 33: Configuring Traction Modules: Air Locker Setup
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT CONFIGURING TRACTION MODULES: AIR LOCKER SETUP To enter settings for the Traction modules, press and hold the module. This will show the traction settings page. Simply tap the option you wish to set. Tap again to unset it. - Page 34 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT FRONT INDEPENDENT OF REAR 'Front independent of rear' mode is available when Front Axle Second is deselected. It allows the front and/or rear Air Lockers to be switched on or off independently of the other at any time. EXTERNAL LOCK SWITCH INSTALLED When External Lock Switch is selected, this allows you to control the Traction mod- ule with an Air Locker dashboard switch.
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Page 35: Compressor Module
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1 3. COMPRESSOR MODULE AND OPTIONAL PRESSURE CONTROL MODULE The LINX Compressor module is used to configure and operate your air compressor. 'Pressure Control' is an optional upgrade that is used in conjunction with the LINX Pressure Control Kit (7450107) to inflate or deflate your tyres to a target pressure. -
Page 36: Configuring Compressor Module
This must be less than the minimum limit of your compressor’s pressure switch (e.g. For an ARB CO35 100psi pressure switch set it to 65psi, for an ARB 180901 150psi pressure switch set it to 130 psi). - Page 37 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT Tap Back to return to 'split screen mode'. The Display will now show the Current Pressure in the air line connected to the Pressure Control Kit, and user definable Target Pressure. 1. To change the Target Pressure press & hold the underlined value '33' to bring up the keypad entry.
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Page 38: Pressure Control Mode List
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT PRESSURE CONTROL MODE LIST With pressure control installed the Current Pressure and Target Pressure fields are activated along with the Pressure Control Mode list. Tap on the dropdown list to select from the 3 different modes. 1. - Page 39 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT NOTES • Parameters that may be set by the user are shown underlined. • Theme coloured parameters (e.g. Current Pressure value) are monitored by the system. • The Maximum System Pressure will automatically override any Target Pressure entered in excess of it. •...
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Page 40: Switchboard Module
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1 4. SWITCHBOARD MODULE The LINX Switchboard module can be used to control up to six (6) optional switched accessories connected to your LINX Controller. Each accessory can be given a unique name (up to 16 characters) and then be customised to switch on or off;... -
Page 41: Renaming Accessories
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT RENAMING ACCESSORIES To rename 'Accessory 1' to suit your vehicle accessory setup: 1. Press and hold the underlined text to show the keyboard. 2. Then, enter a name relating to its func- tion and tap DONE when complete. E.g. -
Page 42: Low Battery Protection
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT LOW BATTERY PROTECTION To assign Low Battery Protection to switch off the 'INTENSITYS AR32' based on Battery 1’s set Low Voltage Alarm level: Tap the Battery 1 button to activate it. (Refer to the section on the Battery module for customising the battery settings and entering a Low Voltage Alarm level) SWITCHING ON AN ACCESSORY... -
Page 43: Battery Module
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1 5. BATTERY MODULE The LINX Battery module can be used to monitor and display the charge state of up to three (3) independent batteries simultaneously. Each battery can be given a unique name (up to 16 characters) and then be configured to operate with your Switchboard accessory via the Switchboard module. -
Page 44: Renaming Batteries
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT RENAMING BATTERIES To rename “Battery 1” to suit your vehicle accessory setup: 1. Press and hold the underlined text to show the keyboard. 2. Then, enter a name relating to its function, then tap DONE EXAMPLE: To setup your main vehicle battery rename it to “MAIN BATTERY."... - Page 45 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT LOW VOLTAGE ALARM A Low Voltage Alarm when triggered will highlight in RED. For example, Battery 2 (renamed to “AUX BATTERY”) has its Low Voltage Alarm level set to “11.5V” and the batteries actual voltage is 11.4V which now highlights in Tap BACK return to Battery module screen.
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Page 46: Speedometer Module
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT SPEEDOMETER MODULE The LINX Speedometer module works by GPS (Global Positioning System) to show the current speed, altitude and bearing of your vehicle. The Speedometer module operates independently of tyre size or level of inflation of your tyres, thus providing better accuracy than an uncalibrated vehicle speedometer. -
Page 47: Setting Speed Limit Warning
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT SETTING SPEED LIMIT WARNING To set the speed limit: 1. Press & hold the underlined value (“0 km/h”) next to Speed Limit Warning to bring up the keypad entry. 2. Use the keypad to input the required value, then select the tick to set it. -
Page 48: Air Suspension Module
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT AIR SUSPENSION MODULE The LINX Air Suspension module (when fitted with an optional compressor, airbags and LINX Pressure Control Kit (7450107) gives you the ability to control up to 4 airbags either as pairs to level the vehicle from front to rear, or independently to cater for uneven loads from one side to the other. - Page 49 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT There are three options that can be set for the Front and/or Rear airbags as follows: None will leave the Air Suspension inactive. Joined will control them as pairs (e.g. to level the vehicle from Front to Rear). Split will control each side of the vehicle independently of the other to compen- sate for uneven vehicle loads.
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Page 50: Renaming Modes
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT RENAMING MODES 1. Scroll up, then press and old “Mode 4” 2. Change name as required, then tap DONE. 1. Tap the BACK button to return to Air Suspension module Screen. 2. The screen will return to Air Suspension Module screen. -
Page 51: Adjusting Air Pressure
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT ADJUSTING AIR PRESSURE 1. Tap the pressure value of one or more values requiring adjustment (tap near “5 ”). Tap again to deselect them. 2. Tap the button to increment and button to decrement the value. Tap the value again to deselect it and it will be saved in the current mode such as "DAILY RIDE."... -
Page 52: Inclinometer Module
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1 8. INCLINOMETER MODULE The LINX Inclinometer module monitors and displays the roll and pitch of the vehicle independant of the LINX Display. The inclinometer can be configured to sound and display and alarm to warn you of approaching your vehicle roll or pitch limit. -
Page 53: Configuring The Inclinometer
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT CONFIGURING THE INCLINOMETER To enter settings for the Inlinometer modules, press and hold the module. This will show the Inclinometer settings page. To edit the Limit Alarm value, press and hold the value. Simply tap the option you wish to set. Tap again to unset it. 1. -
Page 54: Clock Module
OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT 1 9. CLOCK MODULE The LINX Clock module includes a range of time related functions such as local and world time, date, timer, alarm, and stop watch. The date and local time will be automatically set whenever the LINX Display is able to receive GPS signal or a SIM card is used to connect it to a telecommunications network. - Page 55 OPERATION GUIDE LX100 VEHICLE ACCESSORY INTERFACE KIT ALARM FUNCTION 1. To edit the alarm time, first tap the Enable button. 2. Tap and hold the underlined value to set the alarm time. At the alarm time an audible alarm will sound, tap Disable to turn the alarm off, or tap Snooze to add 9 minutes to the alarm time.
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Page 56: Compliance Information
COMPLIANCE INFORMATION BACK TO TABLE OF CO NT EN TS PAGE 56... -
Page 57: Europe - Eu Declaration Of Conformity
2014/53/EU (Radio Equipment Directive) 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive) Technical file at: ARB Corporation Ltd, 42-44 Garden St, Kilsyth, Victoria, Australia Signed for and on behalf of ARB Corporation Ltd Andrew Brown Managing Director Melbourne, March 2018... -
Page 58: Usa - Fcc Statement
FCC CAUTIONS Changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by ARB Corporation Ltd may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. - Page 59 Fax: +420 323 040 910 Email: purchasingeu@arb.com.au THAILAND Web: www.arbeurope.com Building GW1, 300/56, MIDDLE EAST Moo 1, Tambon Tasit, ARB Middle East FZE Amphur Pluakdaeng, OTHER REGIONS LIU15, RA07AB05 Rayong, 21140, Thailand Please contact our Jebel Ali Freezone, Tel: +66 (0) 38 929 672...
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