Settings & Configuration

Technical documentation for device setup, factory reset, configuration management, and status indicators. Everything you need to manage your RhinoLink app + vehicle signal control system.

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First Boot & Default Configuration

What Happens on First Boot?

On first power-up, RhinoLink boots into a safe baseline state and is ready to pair in the app. You can run it as-is or quickly customize it for your vehicle.

Default Baseline:

12 automotive-ready trigger inputs available for mapping
5 independent LED zones ready for customization
Bluetooth LE app pairing for quick setup and control
Controller-stored settings that persist through power cycles

Note: All settings are saved automatically when you make changes. Your configuration persists across power cycles.

Status Indicators

RhinoLink uses color-coded patterns to indicate device state. This helps users and support quickly identify the device's status.

Green - Ready to Use

Pattern: Pulse (Pattern 6)

Color: 0x00FF00 (Bright Green)

Meaning: Device is configured and ready to use. "Green means go!"

Amber - Factory Reset

Pattern: Pulse (Pattern 6)

Color: 0xFFBF00 (Amber/Orange)

Meaning: Device has been factory reset. May need customer support.

Green - First Boot

Pattern: Solid (Pattern 0)

Color: 0x00FF00 (Bright Green)

Meaning: Device is ready to use with default configuration. "Green means go!"

Factory Reset

What is Factory Reset?

Factory Reset restores the device to its default baseline. Custom trigger mappings, LED zone settings, and saved configurations are cleared.

Warning: Factory reset cannot be undone. All custom configurations will be permanently deleted.

Factory Reset Process:

User initiates reset from iOS app Settings page
Firmware clears all trigger configurations
Firmware clears all LED channel settings
Firmware clears all automotive states
Firmware applies amber pulsing pattern (Pattern 6, 0xFFBF00) for easy identification
Firmware restores default trigger buttons and LED settings
Firmware saves new configuration to flash memory
iOS app syncs and displays default buttons in the HUD

Configuration After Reset:

12 trigger inputs reset and ready to remap
5 LED zones reset to baseline behavior
Automotive integrations return to default state
Outputs and app settings return to baseline values

Configuration Management

How Configuration Works

RhinoLink stores all your settings directly on the device. This ensures your configuration is always available, even when your phone isn't connected.

What Gets Saved:

Trigger Button Settings — All your custom button configurations
LED Channel Settings — Patterns, colors, brightness, and speed for all 5 channels
Automotive Settings — Brake, turn signal, and reverse light preferences
Power Output Settings — Up to 8 switched output configurations

Automatic Saving:

Auto-Save: Changes are automatically saved 5 seconds after you stop making adjustments
Power Cycle Safe: All settings persist across power cycles
Instant Boot: Device loads your saved configuration immediately on startup
No Phone Required: Device works standalone with your saved settings

Tip: Your configuration is stored on the device's internal memory. If you ever need to start fresh, use Factory Reset from the iOS app Settings page.

Performance & Optimization

Built for Speed

RhinoLink firmware is optimized for smooth, responsive performance even with complex patterns and multiple channels.

Performance Features:

Smart Pattern Timing — Patterns only update when needed, reducing CPU load
Integer Color Math — Fast color blending and scaling without floating-point overhead
Optimized Rendering — Solid colors only update when brightness or color changes
Efficient Memory Use — Compact data structures and minimal memory footprint

What This Means for You:

Smooth Animations — Even complex patterns run at 60+ FPS
Fast Response — Button presses and pattern changes happen instantly
Low Power — Efficient code means longer battery life for portable setups
Reliable Operation — Optimized code reduces bugs and improves stability

Troubleshooting

Device Shows Amber Pulse

Problem: Device has been factory reset and is showing the default amber pattern.

Solution: This is normal after a factory reset. Connect with the iOS app to customize your settings. The amber color helps support identify devices that have been reset.

Device Not Responding to iOS App

Problem: Device may not be connecting or configuration may be corrupted.

Solution:

Make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone
Check that the device is powered on and LEDs are lit
Try disconnecting and reconnecting in the iOS app
If still not working, perform factory reset from iOS app Settings page

Configuration Not Persisting

Problem: Changes are lost after power cycle.