Will the Screen Time Out While Using the App for the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller

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Does the echo app keep the screen on? My phone goes to home screen after 30 secs. Not sure how to access brake controller in an emergency situation.

asked by: Vic H

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The Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 is an excellent option which activates the trailer's brakes automatically. However, if you need to activate the brakes manually you can do so using the in-app function. That said, I think you will find that you won't need to use the brakes manually very often if at all.

In regards to the screen timing out, this will need to be adjusted via the settings on your mobile device. I have used this app on my phone (Apple) and like all of my other apps it stays up and running while you have the app in use. Therefore, it sounds like you just need to adjust some settings on your phone. The app will also work in the background as well but you would need it selected as the display to use the brakes manually.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

It's very common for people to use a 50 amp power source on a 30 amp camper like what you are trying to do. Basically you'd want to use the 30 amp surge protector after the dogbone 50 amp to 30 amp adapter like the part #A10-5030FBK that you…

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Answer 2

Since the Curt Echo #C51180 can't be locked in any way to your tow setup I would recommend removing it as often as you can to prevent theft of it. Now if you were to leave it connected to your tow vehicle for an extended period of time it would…

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Answer 3

Hi Bernadette, You would want to plug your 50 amp to 30 amp adapter in to the power pedestal and then connect your Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector #HU42VR to the adapter. Once the Watchdog lights show that the connection is good you can…

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You can still use the Curt Echo Mobile brake controller part #C51180 with music playing from the phone or using it for maps. It can also make and receive phone calls as well. The reason there's a note that says it may not be ideal for if you use…

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Answer 5

That's a really good question, but the Curt Echo #C51180 will definitely not drain your vehicle battery. All brake controllers, including the Echo, have to get their power from the vehicle's 12 volt battery, but the controllers draw far too…

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Answer 6

Great question! The Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller #C51180 will operate using the settings you choose in the app on it's own - you can technically just turn your phone off after everything is paired and the unit will apply the…

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Answer 7

Hey Ray, so we have the part #18159 which would work great to secure the 7-way of the #ETBC7L that you'll be installing with the Curt Echo #C51180. It's also pretty easy to install too.

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 11

Actually, the P3 now has the upgraded axis accelerometer like the P2. The Tekonsha P3 Trailer Brake Controller #90195, will work with both electric over hydraulic brakes on the trailer as well as electric brakes. It has a menu option on the display…

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Answer 12

Hey Brandon, I would strongly recommend sticking with the Tekonsha RF brake controller part #TK94FR. We know this works really well and it sounds like it worked well for you too. The Curt Echo is not reliable enough for me to really ever recommend it…

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