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UPGRADE YOUR CAR'S LIGHTS WITH THE MORIMOTO APP AND XBT CONTROLLER

Written by TRS | Apr 27, 2023 1:10:56 PM

Are you looking to make your car's lights cooler and more fun? The Morimoto app for iOS and Android phones, along with the XBT controller, is an excellent way to control and personalize your car's RGB accent lighting. In this guide, we'll talk about the benefits of using the Morimoto app and XBT controller. We'll also look at how to set them up and fix common problems.

Morimoto App: Control Colors Easily

The Morimoto app lets you change your car's light colors and brightness with just a few taps. You can choose from tons of colors and create fun lighting effects like Fade, Strobe, or color-changing patterns. You can also save your favorite color combinations to use later.

Morimoto XBT Controller: Connect via Bluetooth and More

The XBT controller connects to your phone using Bluetooth, allowing you to control up to three different zones or pairs of RGB lights. This means you can have different colors or effects for each zone or make them all the same. The controller is easy to install and works with most RGB accessories. Plus, it's waterproof and durable. When you turn on your car, the controller will make sure the lights are white, which is the legal color for driving.

Setting Up and Connecting with Your Smartphone

To get the best performance, follow these steps to connect the controller, driver, and your smartphone:

  1. Attach the black input wire from the controller to the driver and the white output wire from the driver to the white input wire on the controller.
  2. Connect the orange wire from the driver to your car's turn signal circuit for the halo effect and the black wire to the ground.
  3. Attach the positive and negative 12V wires from the controller to a 12V switch power source in your car or wire in your own switch.
  4. Use Bluetooth to pair your smartphone (iOS or Android) with the Morimoto XBT app and follow the on-screen directions for easy control.

Fixing Common Issues

Missing Color Spectrum

Check all wires and connections for loose pins if you're missing a specific color in your lighting options. Make sure all pins are installed correctly and touching their matching pins.

Pairing Issues

If you have problems pairing your smartphone with the controller, cancel the pairing process and go back to the main screen. Your phone should already be connected to the controller.

With the Morimoto app and XBT controller, you can easily make your car's lights look awesome and unique. You'll have fun exploring all the different colors and effects you can create with this cool combination.