Carefree Connects (BT12)

Carefree Connects (BT12)

For 12V Carefree Awnings

41 ratings
55 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 16, 2018
  • March 12, 2024

Features

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Wirelessly control your 12V Carefree awning with this app. Extend, retract, and stop your awning, adjust LED brightness, and manage motion sensor sensitivity for optimal protection. Simple pairing makes setup a breeze.

Wireless awning control
Extend, retract, and stop awning
Adjust LED brightness
Motion sensor sensitivity adjustment
Real-time awning operation
Pairing with control module
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What's New in Carefree Connects (BT12)

2.4.5

March 12, 2024

Awning controls bug fixes.

User reviews

Awful

The app obscures the 2 micro adjustment buttons at the bottom of the screen and makes them hard to operate. When it does operate, most of the time they don’t do anything.

Move the stupid buttons

Can’t close the app without causing the awning to roll up the wrong way. This is an easy fix - just make some of the buttons smaller and then move them up a little. iPhone 16 Pro Max.

It works!

Just tried the app on an iPhone 15pro and it works fine. It remembers the last setting when you extract. It also has micro adjustment buttons so I can get my side antiflap poles into the holes in the boom.
The led dim function doesn’t seem to work though hence 4 stars.

The over extend bug is back 23/22024

App hung after I went back into the app. It tried to extend my awning after it had already been extended.

Going downhill fast

The app used to support turning off/on the LED lights, and adjusting the intensity. This feature has been mysteriously removed. Called the support line, waited for a very very long time as usual, only to be told "we are working on it". No app updates in over 2 months. How hard can it be to put a feature back that you already had code and support for? Between this, and the endless recalls on Winnebago-installed Carefree awnings, I cannot recommend this company at all.
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FAQ

What does the Carefree Connects app do?

The Carefree Connects app provides wireless control for 12V Carefree awnings. You can extend, retract, and stop the awning, control the brightness of compatible LED lighting, and adjust the sensitivity of the optional motion sensor.

How do I pair the app with my awning?

Pairing is simple. After installing the Wireless Awning Control Module and optional Motion Sensor on your awning, use the awning power switch and extend/retract button to initiate pairing mode. Your smart device will then detect the awning for connection.

Can I control RGB LED lighting with this app?

No, this app only works with solid colored LED lighting. It does not support the control of RGB LED lighting systems.

What is the motion sensor feature?

The optional BT Motion Sensor detects wind or inclement weather. If sustained motion is detected, it will automatically retract the awning to protect it. The app will notify you when the sensor has been triggered.

Is this app compatible with all Carefree awnings?

This app is specifically designed for 12V Carefree awnings that are equipped with the Carefree Connects Wireless Awning Control System and the BT12 module.