1. ABOUT THE VM1 The VM1 is a vehicle mounted electric brake controller The VM1 can be mounted to the tow vehicle externally, designed for 12V and 24V systems, featuring an onboard fastened on a rigid body point or installed internally, accelerometer to detect deceleration and adjust braking inside vehicle paneling according to user preference.
In-App Onboarding Quick Start Guide In The Box The Quick-Install Video Download the Elecbrakes app and Find a copy of our VM1 Quick Watch our VM1 Quick follow the prompts to get started Start guide inside the box Install Guide video 4.
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Ensure the brake controller is mounted securely, within reach of the face parallel to the ground. wiring harness and is out of harms way. Fasten the VM1 to the car body using the 4x self tapping screws supplied. For correct forward direction detection and accurate proportional control you MUST ensure one of the unit’s sides or...
· Adjusting the brake responses From here you can choose to view the entire process, or jump in to the section of your choosing. You must use the Elecbrakes app on your Pairing The Unit smartphone for the initial connection and setup of your brake controller.
Elecbrakes brake controllers have the ability to apply a user defined brake output in this case, referred to as a ‘Minimum’. Think of it like an offset or bias.
Release to stop at the desired value. · Tap again to disable the override. If you are using an Elecbrakes remote, the override is triggered by a force sensitive button. Apply more force to apply a larger override value.
Warnings The VM1 brake controller will actively protect against a range of system faults, notifying you of exactly what is happening and directing you towards potential issues and fixes for your setup. This is in addition to the live telemetry available to you via the data page of the app.
Mechanical Characteristics Housing material Glass reinforced nylon Fasteners S500 self tapping ph3 head Encapsulant Polyurethane elastomer Operating range -30C to 75C ambient Thermal Properties Over temperature output throttling 145C internal Other Bluetooth version -17-09-2024 VM1 Technical Manual | V1.3 - 09-09-2024...
Elecbrakes products purchased in Australia and New be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are Zealand are covered by the Elecbrakes Product Warranty. entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and This Product Warranty is provided by:...
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