Draw-Tite 90250 PRODIGY RF - Manual

Preferred
Mounting Location
Alternate Mounting
Locations
Cable Toward
Tow Vehicle
© 2008 Cequent Performance Products
Prodigy ® RF
Electronic Brake Control
For 2, 4 and 6 brake applications
READ THIS FIRST:
Read and follow all instructions carefully before
installing or operating the Prodigy RF. Keep these
instructions with the Brake Control for future
reference.
Components of Prodigy RF
A. Power Knob F. 7-Way cable to
B. Boost Button tow vehicle
C. Manual Override G. Connection to trailer
D. Display
E. Connector to
Auxiliary Power Port
Important Facts to Remember
1. WARNING The Prodigy RF may operate with reduced
performance if the Remote Hand Held Unit is removed
or disconnected while the trailer is in use.
2. Do not mount or activate RF generating items (cell
phones, two way radios) near (less than 12”) to the
Hand Held Unit or Power Module.
3. The Prodigy RF employs an inertial sensor. It senses
deceleration and generates an output that is based on
deceleration, thus the term “Proportional Braking”.
4. The Prodigy RF will “HOLD” your trailer with 25% of
power setting while you are at a standstill with brake
pedal applied for longer than 5-7 seconds.
5. The Prodigy RF will brake proportionally in reverse.
It will apply the appropriate brake voltage based on
deceleration.
6. WARNING The Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR) must never exceed the vehicle manufacturers
recommendation.
7. CAUTION This control is not designed for use with
electric-hydraulic trailer brake systems.
8. CAUTION Do not submerge or immerse Prodigy RF
in water.
9. For Technical Assistance and Warranty Information call:
1-888-785-5832 or www.tekonsha.com.
Installation Guide
Trailer Mount Power Module
Mounting Instructions
WARNING The Prodigy RF Power Module must
be securely mounted to the trailer frame. Failure to
install the Power Module within these constraints
may cause impaired performance.
The Power Module can be mounted to any suitable sur-
face on the trailer frame. The module cover should be
approximately level, within ±5 °, and above the trailer
frame rail. Preferred mounting location is on the side of
the trailer frame rail with the 8 foot cable towards the
tow vehicle.
1. Select a location so that the Power Module’s cover
is in the UP direction.
2. Use the four 1/4 –14 x 1-1/4 self drilling screws
(provided) to drill into the trailer frame. Snug
screws securing Power Module. Tamper Resist
Washer Head Screws may be used for added
security.
3. Secure the excess 7-Way tow vehicle and trailer
wiring.
CAUTION Use of different screws may damage
the Power Module, or may not provide sufficient
mounting.
CAUTION Do not mount in a concealed location,
or inside a metal part of the trailer. Do not place
inside a utility box mounted on the trailer.
CAUTION Do not mount in a location that will
interfere with a load equalizing hitch.
Connecting Power Module
Your Prodigy RF Power Module has a molded
Bargman® 7-Way cable that will plug into the tow vehi-
cle. Refer to Wiring Diagram for location of pins and
function. When all connections are made, this connec-
tion supplies all power and signals to both the Power
Module and to the trailer. The trailer 7-Way cable is
connected directly to the 7-Way connector on the rear of
the Power Module. There is no additional wiring neces-
sary on the trailer.
WARNING Tow vehicle Must be Capable of pro-
viding 12V @ 20A for Electric Brake Applications,
Up to 6 brakes (3 axles).
CAUTION The Battery Charge to the trailer may
be temporarily disconnected (approximately 5 min-
utes) during braking if the total current to the Trailer
(Battery Charge and Electric Brake) exceeds 20
Amps. This allows for full brake power without
exceeding the tow vehicles wiring capacity.
Pin No. Function
1 Common Ground
2 Electric Brake
3 Tail & License
4 Battery Charge
5 Left Stop & Turn
6 Right Stop & Turn
7 Center Auxiliary
4
7
6
2
3
5
1
Remote Hand Held Unit
Plug the Hand Held Unit into any suitable 12V
Auxiliary Power Port in the vehicle.
• Remote Hand Held Unit must be within easy reach
of the operator.
• Do NOT operate with the Remote Hand Held Unit
disconnected.
NOTE: Some factory wired tow vehicles disconnect
the Battery Charge output in the 7-Way connector
when the ignition is turned off. This will turn off the
Power Module and the Hand Held Unit will display
n.c.
Display Readings after Connecting the Prodigy RF
Once the units are connected and successfully paired,
you should see the following on the two digit display:
• Initial Power to the Hand Held, without pairing or
• Power Module not powered or
• Paired, but Trailer is not connected to Power
Module.
• Power to Prodigy RF with trailer connected and
• Manual Override Activated without trailer connected.
• Manual Override activated (with trailer), 5.4 denotes
a hypothetical power output. This value is set using
the power knob. Range is 0.0 to 13 volts. This is an
indication of voltage output to electric brakes.
• Display will be blank during power saving mode (no
motion or braking
activity for at least 2
hours)
Boost
feature
engaged.
Boost
feature not
engaged.
(Blank
Display)
Pairing Instructions
Synchronization of the Remote Hand Held Unit to the
Power Module:
1. Connect trailer to tow vehicle.
2. Plug the Power Module 7-Way cable into the tow
vehicle.
3. Trailer’s 7-Way connector must be disconnected
from the Power Module.
4. Start vehicle’s engine. (Some vehicles require Key
On to supply power to the 7-Way connector or
Auxiliary Power Port)
5. Plug the Remote Hand Held Unit into an auxiliary
power source within easy reach of the operator.
6. Turn the Power Knob to minimum position,
Flashing 0.0.
7. Fully depress and hold both the MANUAL
OVERRIDE and BOOST BUTTON. The display
will start from P.5 and end at P.A.
Once P.A has been achieved, the Manual and Boost
can be released.
8. Press and hold the brake pedal until the display
shows flashing 0.0. for a correct pairing.
9. Set the Power Knob to greater than minimum.
Display now flashes n.c. (not connected).
10. Re-connect the Trailer 7-Way connector to the
Power Module. Display should now be .c.
(connected).
NOTE: To properly identify your trailer during
pairing, the 7-Way trailer plug must be disconnected
from the Power Module.
FLASHING
FLASHING
FLASHING
Automatic Leveling of the Sensor
The Prodigy RF will automatically acquire the proper
level setting of the tow vehicle and trailer combination
during the pairing operation.
to
Wiring Diagram
FLASHING
E
G
F
D
C
B
A
Remote Hand
Held Unit
Trailer Mount
Power Module
P/N 4747 REV A 10/08