Bafang DPC190/191 Bluetooth Display User Manual

1. Introduction

This manual provides instructions for the Bafang DPC190/DPC191 Bluetooth LCD color display, designed for use with Bafang mid-mounted motors that utilize the CAN communication protocol. Compatible motor models include M510, M600, M560, M800, and M820.

Bafang DPC190/DPC191 Bluetooth Display and Controller

1.1 Important Notice

⚠️ Please mind potential fire risk and strictly follow the instruction manual for charging and storage.
Please use this product with care.
Do not use thinners or other solvents to clean the display. Such substances can damage the surfaces.
The product is designed to be waterproof (IP65). However, it is highly recommended to avoid submerging the display under water.
Do not clean the display with a steam jet, high-pressure cleaner or water hose.

1.2 Display Overview

Model: DP C190.CAN. The housing material is PC and ABS, and the window is high hardness glass.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display and Controller

The label marking is as follows:

Bafang DPC190.CAN Label with QR Code

Note: Please keep the QR code label attached to the display cable. The information from the label is used for a later possible software update.

2. Specifications and Functional Overview

2.1 General Specifications

Operating temperature: -20°C to 45°C
Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Waterproof: IP65
Bearing humidity: 30%-70% RH

2.2 Functional Overview

CAN communication protocol.
Speed indication (real-time, max, and average speed).
Unit switching between km and mile.
Battery capacity indicator.
Automatic sensors explanation of the lighting system.
Brightness setting for backlight.
Selection of 3 sorts of support level.
Mileage indication (single-trip distance TRIP and total distance ODO).
Walk assistance.
Intelligent indication (motor output power, output current, remaining distance, energy consumption CALORIES, etc.).
Power-on password setting.
Parameter setting (default support level, wheel diameter, limit speed, etc.).
Six languages are available: English (EN), German (DE), Dutch (NL), French (FR), Italian (IT), Czech (CZ).

2.3 DPC191.CAN Specific Specifications

DPC191.CAN Specifications
Category	Item	Value
Main Specifications	Display type	TFT
	Rated voltage (VDC)	36 / 43 / 48
	Assist mode	0 - 3 / 0 - 5 / 0 - 9
Installation Parameters	Handlebar size (mm)	Ø 31.8
	Outgoing length (mm) wiring type	230 G5.4 / 850 G5.4
	Key Cord Length (mm)	300 / 250
Function	On/off	●
	Mode	●
	Light switches	Automatic/Manual
	Walk boost function	●
	Bluetooth 5.0	●
	USB charging	5V 500mA
	Time display	●
	Set up	●
Display Content	Velocity	●
	Mileage	●
	Battery level display	●
	Error code	●
	Power	●
	Interface style options	●

Bafang DPC191.CAN Display Specifications

DPC191.CAN Display Specifications Overview

3. Display Information and Key Definition

3.1 Display Information

DPC190.CAN Display Layout and Indicators

Time indicator.
Headlight indicator.
Error message indicator.
USB charging indicator (shows if an external USB device is connected).
Indication for the capacity of battery in real time.
Speed indicator and numerical value.
Power indicator and real-time value.
Single-trip kilometers / Service indicator.
Support level / Walk assistance indicator.
Different modes: Single-trip kilometers (TRIP) - total kilometers (ODO) - Maximum speed (MAX) - Average speed (AVG) - Range (RANGE) - Energy consumption (CALORIES) - Travel time (TIME) - cycle.

3.2 Key Definition

DPC190.CAN Controller Key Layout

+: Up button
-: Down button
Light icon: Headlight control
Power icon: System On/Off
i: Mode button

4. Normal Operation

Video demonstrating the Bafang DPC190/DPC191 display operation and settings navigation.

4.1 Switching the System ON/OFF

To turn on the system: Press and hold the Power icon button for more than 2 seconds.
To turn off the system: Press and hold the Power icon button for more than 2 seconds again.
If the "automatic shutdown time" is set (e.g., 5 minutes), the display will automatically turn off after the specified idle time.
If a password function is enabled, you must enter the correct password to use the system.

4.2 Selection of Support Levels

When the display is turned on, briefly press the + or - button (less than 0.5 seconds) to switch the support level. The lowest level is 0, and the highest level is 5. The system starts in level 1 by default. There is no support at level 0.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Support Level Selection

Display showing support level changes from 0 to 3.

4.3 Selection Mode

Briefly press the i button (0.5 seconds) to cycle through different trip modes:

Single-trip kilometers (TRIP)
Total kilometers (ODO)
Maximum speed (MAX)
Average speed (AVG)
Range (RANGE)
Energy consumption (CALORIES) (only with torque sensor fitted)
Travel time (TIME)
Cycle

4.4 Headlights / Backlighting

To activate headlights and backlights: Hold the Light icon button for more than 2 seconds.
To turn off headlights: Hold the Light icon button for more than 2 seconds again.
The backlight brightness can be adjusted in the display settings under "Brightness".
If the display/Pedelec is switched on in a dark environment, the display backlight/headlight will automatically switch on. If manually switched off, the automatic sensor function is deactivated, and you must turn on the light manually after restarting the system.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Headlight Operation

Display showing headlight activation.

4.5 Walk Assistance

To activate: Press the - button until the "walk icon" symbol appears. Then, hold down the + button while the "walk icon" symbol is displayed.
The "walk icon" symbol will flash, and the pedelec will move at less than 6 km/h.
To deactivate: Release the + button. The "walk icon" symbol will stop flashing.
If there is no operation within 3 seconds, the motor stops automatically and switches back to level 0.

4.6 Service Indication

The pedelec may display a "SERVICE" reminder based on total mileage and battery charging times. If the total mileage exceeds 5000 KM and the Service function is enabled, the "TRIP" position will display and flash the "SERVICE" indicator for 5 seconds when the display is on. This function can be enabled or disabled in the Setting interface.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Service Indication

Display showing "SERVICE" indication.

5. Settings

To access the "Setting" menu, double press the i button. Navigate through options (Display setting, Information, Language, or EXIT) using the + or - buttons, then press i to confirm. If no button is pressed within 20 seconds, the display will return to the main screen without saving changes.

Display showing the "Setting" menu and "Display Setting" options.

5.1 Display Settings

From the "Setting" menu, select "Display Setting" using +/- and confirm with i. The following options are available:

Unit (km/Miles): Select "Unit", press i, then use +/- to choose "Metric" (kilometer) or "Imperial" (Miles). Confirm with i to save.
Service Tip (ON/OFF): Select "Service Tip", press i, then use +/- to choose "ON" or "OFF". Confirm with i to save.
Brightness (25%/50%/75%/100%): Select "Brightness", press i, then use +/- to set the backlight level. Confirm with i to save.
Auto Off (OFF/1Min-10Min): Select "Auto Off", press i, then use +/- to choose the automatic power-off time. "OFF" disables automatic shutdown. Confirm with i to save.
MAX PAS (Support Level): Select "MAX PAS", press i, then use +/- to set the maximum support level. Confirm with i to save.
Power View (Power/Current): Select "Power View", press i, then use +/- to switch between "Power" or "Current" display. Confirm with i to save.
SOC View (Percent/Voltage): Select "SOC View", press i, then use +/- to switch battery indication mode between "Percent" or "Voltage". Confirm with i to save.
TRIP Reset (YES/NO): Select "TRIP Reset", press i, then use +/- to choose "YES" to reset or "NO" to not reset. This clears maximum speed (MAX), average speed (AVG), and single-trip distance (TRIP). Confirm with i to save.
AL Sensitivity (0-5/OFF): Select "AL Sensitivity", press i, then use +/- to set the light sensitivity level. Confirm with i to save.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Auto Off, Max PAS, Power View, SOC View Settings

Display showing Auto Off, Max PAS, Power View, and SOC View settings.

5.2 Password Settings

From the "Display Setting" menu, select "Password" using +/- and confirm with i.

5.2.1 Starting Password

In the "Password" interface, highlight "Start Password" and press i to confirm.
Use +/- to choose "ON" or "OFF". Press i to confirm.
If "ON" is selected, you can input a 4-digit PIN code using +/- for numbers (0-9) and i to move to the next digit.
Re-enter the 4-digit code to ensure correctness. The interface will then exit automatically.

5.2.2 Changing the Password

In the "Password" menu, highlight "Reset Password" using +/- and press i to confirm.
Enter your old password, then input the new password twice. Your password will be changed.

5.2.3 Deactivating the Password

In the "Password" interface, highlight "Start Password" using +/- and press i to confirm.
Use +/- to choose "OFF" and press i to confirm.
Enter your current password to deactivate it. (After 10 wrong password attempts, the display will power off automatically.)

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Password Change and Deactivation Flow

Password change and deactivation flow on the display.

6. Information Menu

From the "Setting" menu, select "Information" using +/- and confirm with i. This menu provides access to various system details.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Information Menu

Display showing the "Information" menu.

6.1 Wheel Size and Speed Limit

The "Wheel Size" and "Speed Limit" information cannot be changed via the display; it is for viewing only.

6.2 Battery Information

Battery Information Display
Content	Explanation
TEMP	Current temperature in degrees (°C)
TotalVolt	Voltage (V)
Current	Discharge (A)
Res Cap	Remaining Capacity (Ah)
Full Cap	Total Capacity (Ah)
RelChargeState	Default Loader Status (%)
AbsChargeState	Instant charge (%)
Cycle Times	Charging cycles (number)
Max Uncharge Time	Maximum time in which no charge was made (Hr)
Last Uncharge Time	Last Uncharge Time (Hr)
Total Cell	Number (individual)
Cell Voltage 1	Cell Voltage 1 (mV)
Cell Voltage 2	Cell Voltage 2 (mV)
Cell Voltage n	Cell Voltage n (mV)
HW	Hardware Version
SW	Software Version

NOTE: If no data is detected, "---" is displayed.

6.3 Controller, Display, and Torque Information

From the "Information" menu, you can view software and hardware data for the Controller, Display, and Torque sensor. Select the desired option (e.g., "Ctrl Info", "Display Info", "Torque Info") using +/- and press i to view. To exit, press i or select "Back".

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Controller, Display, and Torque Information Screens

Screens for Controller, Display, and Torque Information.

7. Language Settings

From the "Setting" menu, select "Language" using +/- and confirm with i. Use +/- to select your desired language (English, Deutsche, Nederlands, Français, Italiano, or Čeština). Confirm with i to save, then select "Back" to return to the setting interface.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Language Selection

Display showing language selection options.

8. Troubleshooting

The HMI (Human Machine Interface) can display faults of the Pedelec. When a fault is detected, a "wrench" icon will appear, along with an error code. Please read the error code description carefully. If an error occurs, first restart the system. If the problem persists, contact your dealer or technical personnel.

8.1 Error Code Definition

To view error information for the last ten errors, navigate to the "Information" menu, select "Error Code" using +/-, and press i to confirm. An error code of "00" indicates no error. To clear error codes, press and hold i and Power icon together for more than 2 seconds.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Error Code Definition

Error Code Definition page from the manual.

Error Codes and Troubleshooting
Error Code	Declaration	Troubleshooting
04	The throttle has fault.	Check the connector and cable of the throttle are not damaged and correctly connected. Disconnect and reconnect the throttle; if still no function, change the throttle.
05	The throttle is not back in its correct position.	Check the connector from the throttle is correctly connected. If this does not solve the problem, change the throttle.
07	Overvoltage protection	Remove and re-insert the battery to see if it resolves the problem. Using the BESST tool, update the controller. Change the battery to resolve the problem.
08	Error with the hall sensor signal inside the motor.	Check all connectors from the motor are correctly connected. If the problem still occurs, change the motor.
09	Error with the Engine phase's.	Please change the motor.
10	The temperature inside the engine has reached its maximum protection value.	Turn off the system and allow the Pedelec to cool down. If the problem still occurs, change the motor.
11	The temperature sensor inside the motor has an error.	Please change the motor.
12	Error with the current sensor in the controller.	Please change the controller or contact your supplier.
13	Error with the temperature sensor inside of the battery.	Please contact your retailer.
14	The protection temperature inside the controller has reached its maximum protection value.	Allow the pedelec to cool down and restart the system. If the problem still occurs, please change the controller or contact your supplier.
15	Error with the temperature sensor inside the controller.	Please contact your retailer.
21	Speed sensor Error.	Restart the system. Check that the magnet attached to the spoke is aligned with the speed sensor and that the distance is between 10 mm and 20 mm. Check that the speed sensor connector is connected correctly. If the error still exists, please contact your retailer.
25	Torque signal Error.	Check that all connections are correctly connected. If the error still exists, please contact your retailer.
26	Speed signal of the torque sensor has an error.	Check the connector from the speed sensor to make sure it is connected correctly. Check the speed sensor for signs of damage. If the problem still exists, please contact your retailer.
27	Overcurrent from controller.	Please contact your retailer.
30	Communication problem.	Check all connections are correctly connected. If the error persists, please contact your retailer.
33	Brake signal has an error (if brake sensors are fitted).	Check all connectors. If the error still exists, please contact your retailer.
35	Detection circuit for 15V has an error.	Please contact your retailer.
36	Detection circuit on the key-board has an error.	Please contact your retailer.
37	Controller WDT circuit is faulty.	Please contact your retailer.
38	Sensor WDT circuit is faulty.	Please contact your retailer.
41	Total voltage from the battery is too high.	Please contact your retailer.
42	Total voltage from the battery is too low.	Please contact your retailer.
43	Total power from the battery cells is too high.	Please contact your retailer.
44	Voltage of the single cell is too high.	Please contact your retailer.
45	Temperature from the battery is too high.	Please contact your retailer.
46	The temperature of the battery is too low.	Please contact your retailer.
47	SOC of the battery is too high.	Please contact your retailer.
48	SOC of the battery is too low.	Please contact your retailer.
61	Gear shift defects.	Please contact your retailer.
62	Gear shift cannot release.	Please contact your retailer.
71	Electronic lock is jammed.	Please contact your retailer.
81	Bluetooth module has an error.	Please contact your retailer.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Additional Error Codes

Additional Error Codes and Troubleshooting.

8.2 Warning Code Definition

To view warning information, navigate to the "Information" menu, select "Warning Code" using +/-, and press i to confirm. A warning code of "00" means there is no warning. To clear warning codes, press and hold i and Power icon together for more than 2 seconds.

Bafang DPC190.CAN Display Warning Code Definition

Warning Code Definition page from the manual.

Warning Codes and Troubleshooting
Warning Code	Declaration	Troubleshooting
28	Torque sensor w-code 0.	Restart the system and please do not step on the crank hard when restarting.

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