Balboa Water Group Dolphin II Spa Only User Manual

Dolphin

TM

II

SPA ONLY

Water-Resistant Remote Control

P/N 40420 Rev. B 08/17/2006

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction..........................2

Installing Batteries .....................3

Features And Functions .................4

Spa Addressing........................6

Compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations. .7

Specifications.........................8

Troubleshooting.......................8

INTRODUCTION

The Dolphin™ II Remote is Balboa’s latest
generation remote control. It’s packed with easy-

to-use features such as:

• Pre-programmed technology for easy setup

• Color-coded keys to quickly locate popular
functions

• Combination IR and RF (radio
frequency)capability that can send commands
to your spa, whether it is equipped for IR or RF
reception.

Follow the instructions detailed in this manual to
set up your Dolphin Remote and enjoy your new
remote control.

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ:

When you are required to enter an address into
the spa, please write down the address you have
selected for future reference. Address may need to
be re-entered after servicing

Remote should be stored outside of spa when
not in use. Do not store in direct sunlight.

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INSTALLING BATTERIES

1. On the back of the Dolphin™ II Remote,
remove the screws that hold the battery cover
in place and lift off the battery cover.

2 Obtain two (2) fully-charged AA alkaline

batteries.

Match the + and – marks on the batteries to
the + and – marks in the battery case, then
insert the new batteries.

3. Press the battery cover back into place, being
careful to align the rubber seal.

4. Replace the screws that hold the cover by
carefully starting each one without tightening
it. Once they are all started, snug up one
screw and then do the same to the screw on
the opposite side of the door. Repeat this in a
crossing pattern until all screws are snug.
Do not overtighten them. This will assure an
adequate water seal around the battery door.

5. Test the unit by pressing any mode key (LT, P1,
P2, P3 or BL).
If the batteries are inserted correctly, the LED
will blink once.

NOTE:

Whenever batteries need to be replaced, the
Dolphin will blink twice with every key press.
Simply replace the batteries and the remote will
be restored to its full functionality, complete
with your favorite settings.

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS

Use the illustration below to locate the Dolphin
features and to learn how they function.

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The LED (red light) blinks to show that the remote
control is working and is sending signals.

Use SETUP for all programming sequences.

Use these buttons to control available
spa functions.

Press LT once to turn on the Spa Light.

Press P1 once to turn on Pump 1.

Press P2 once to turn on Pump 2.

Press P3 once to turn on Pump 3.

Press BL once to turn on the Blower.

Depending on your spa, some buttoms may
control other equipment than indicated here.

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SPA ADDRESSING

The Dolphin II technology is capable of eliminating
interference that may occur when neighboring spa
owners use Dolphin remotes.

Important: This feature will not function if your
spa is controlled by RF via the Command Center,

or if your spa is controlled by IR.

1.

If you notice the pumps, blower or light on
your spa operating when your neighbor uses his
Dolphin remote, check your spa manual to see
if this feature is available on your system.
If so, follow the procedure described in your
spa manual to enter a spa address into your spa.

2 After entering the spa address into the spa, you

are now ready to enter a set up code into the
Dolphin Remote.

3. Press the SPA button on the Dolphin once

4. Press and hold SETUP until the LED blinks
once. It will then blink twice.

5. Enter one of the set up codes below:
Set Up Code Spa Address

BBBB 0 (no address)
BBBA 1
BBAB 2
BBAA 3
BABB 4
BABA 5
BAAB 6
BAAA 7

6. Write your Set Up code and Spa Address in the
boxes below for future reference.

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7. If the code is entered correctly, the LED will
blink twice.

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COMPLIANCE WITH FCC RULES
AND REGULATIONS

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and radiates radio frequency energy, and
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiver and antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment
and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet that
is different from that which the receiver is
connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
television technician for help.

The user is cautioned that changes and
modifications made to the equipment without the
approval of the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the modified equipment.

FCC Authorization Label

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful
interference; and

2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

FCC ID #: MG31033-4

Dolphin II Spa Only Remote with RF

Command Center: (FCC Image)

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SPECIFICATIONS

Remote Control Power

2 AA Batteries

Remote Control RF Range to the Spa

up to 100 Feet (30.48 m)*

Remote Control Dimensions (H x W x D)

9-2⁄16 x 2-10⁄16 x 1-3⁄16 in.
232 x 65 x 31 mm.

Remote Control Weight (without Batteries)

8 oz (220 g)

*Distance may vary

NOTE: Specifications are typical. Individual units
may vary. Specifications are subject to change and
improvement without notice.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM: LED does not blink when you press a key.
SOLUTION: Replace the batteries with two (2) new AA

PROBLEM: Dolphin does not control spa. LED blinks

SOLUTION: Make sure you are within 15 feet of the spa

PROBLEM: Dolphin and spa are set to an address but

SOLUTION: You and your neighbor may have chosen

PROBLEM: My spa was just serviced. Everything works

SOLUTION: Reprogram the spa address last used.

alkaline batteries (see page 3).

when you press a key, but receiver does
not respond.

and aiming the Dolphin directly at the
receiver.
If spa has RF receiver: 1) Try it at different
distances. You may be too close or too far
away. 2) Make sure the correct address is
set on the spa for the set up code you
entered on the Dolphin. (See page 6.) Set
the spa address back to 0 (no address). If
your spa has addressing capability, enter
set up code BBBB on the Dolphin. If that
works, set a new address on the spa, and
enter the corresponding set up code on the
Dolphin.
If it stops working again, the necessary
equipment for address is probably not
installed in the your spa. In that case, set it
back to 0/BBBB and leave it there.

still experiencing interference from
neighbor’s spa.

the same address. Choose a different
address and corresponding set up code.

now, except for my remote.

Repeat the Spa Addressing procedure if you
don’t remember the address. (See page 6.)

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