Does the Curt Echo Smart Control App Need to be Open for the Echo to Work
Question:
Where does the electric power come from to apply the tow dolly drum brakes and once controller set up with iPhone ap does phone need to be on ap for a load that can be stopped be the Freightliner Diesel pusher Motorhome?
asked by: Jerome S
Expert Reply:
The power is going to come from the 7-way connection on your vehicle. This will also power the Curt Echo # C51180. The Echo Smart Control App does not need to be open for the brake controller to operate. The app is only necessary to change the settings, calibrate output, and use the emergency override on the Echo. Even if your phone is off, the Echo will continue to function as a proportional brake controller. Should your iPhone lose connection, the Echo will default to the settings of the last profile used.
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
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