Balboa Spa Touch mini User Guide & ST Mini Panel Update

Technical Bulletin: New ST Mini Touch Panel Hardware

Date: October 16, 2024

Models: Variety of Models, Using ST1 Touch Panels, Between 2014-2022

Subject: New ST Mini Touch Panel Hardware Available, To Replace Older ST1 Type Touch Panels

Balboa Water Group and Master Spas have collaborated to develop new capacitive touch screen hardware, the ST Mini, as a direct replacement for aging ST1 touch panels (dating back to 2014). This initiative addresses component availability challenges with older designs.

Two versions of the ST Mini panel have been developed: a general trapezoid shape and a custom "watch" shape. These panels are designed to use the original OEM overlay specific to the spa model.

New ST Mini Capacitive Touch Panels:

• X310341 PANEL, ST MINI WATCH 15' CORD: Master Spas custom "watch" shape, used in 2019-2021 Twilight, H2X Trainer, and H2X Challenger models.
• X310342 PANEL, ST MINI TRAPEZOID 15': Generic "trapezoid" shape, used in various models between 2014 and 2022. Expected availability starting November 2024. Compatible with 2014-2018 MP Swim Spas using MS80/MS81 Swim Number Systems.

These new panels are compatible with standard BP spa systems, Challenger VSPs, and are Clim8Zone Heat Pump ready, offering specific menu options when a compatible control system recognizes the heat pump.

Replacement ST1 panels will increasingly offer the ST Mini panels as an alternative option. For questions, contact Customer Service at (800) 860-7727 or CustomerService@MasterSpas.com.

Spa Touch mini User Guide

This guide details the operation and features of the Spa Touch mini control panel (Document No. 42411 Rev. A).

Main Screen Overview

The main screen displays critical spa information:

• Temperature Range Indicator: Shows 'H' for High or 'L' for Low range.
• Heat Mode Indicator: Displays 'R' for Ready, 'Rest' for Rest mode, or 'RR' for Ready-in-Rest mode.
• Ozone Indicator: Shows 'O3' when the ozone generator is active.
• Time of Day Display.
• Filter Cycle Indicator: Shows 'F1' for Filter Cycle 1, 'F2' for Filter Cycle 2 (if enabled), or 'F12' if both are running.
• Cleanup Cycle Indicator: Shows if an optional cleanup cycle is running.
• Lock Indicator: Shows if the panel or settings are locked.
• App Connection Indicator: Shows connection status for Balboa Worldwide App or ControlMySpa.
• Invert Display Indicator.
• Main Menu Button: Navigates to the main menu.
• Heat Status Indicator.
• Set Temperature Display.
• Water Temperature Display.
• Water Temperature Bar Graph.
• Message Display Area: Shows information, reminders, or errors.
• Sleep Button: Puts the panel into sleep mode.

User Interface Navigation

The panel features intuitive controls:

• Icons: Indicate the state of your spa.
• Main Screen: The primary display.
• Main Menu Button: Accesses the main menu.
• Menu Navigation: Swipe left/right to view options.
• Screen Title: Displays the current screen's title.
• Power Switch: Turns devices on or off.
• Save Setting Button: Saves new configurations.
• Close Screen Button: Exits the current screen.
• Adjust Setting Buttons: Increase or decrease values.
• Cancel Setting Button: Discards changes.
• Scroll Down Button: Navigates down lists.
• Back Button: Returns to the previous screen.

To navigate settings: From the Main screen, press the Navigation Button to view the Main menu. Swipe to the Settings button, then press it. Swipe up/down or use the Adjust Setting buttons to view available settings.

Functions

Set Time of Day

Navigate to Settings > Time. Set the desired time. Changes can be saved or canceled. The time can be displayed in 12-hour or 24-hour format via the Units setting.

Change/View Set Temperature

Press the water temperature display to view the current set temperature. Use the Adjust Setting buttons to change it. The display shows dashes (---) when the control system is first powered on or has not checked the temperature for 60 minutes, indicating water is cycling through the heater.

Heater Status: The center of the Heater Status icon turns red when heating and white when off.

Run Spa Devices

Navigate to Main Menu > Spa. Select devices like pumps, blowers, or lights to activate them. The number and functionality of devices depend on the spa's configuration. A circulation pump icon may appear for status only but can be controlled during Priming Mode.

Set Filter Cycle Time

Navigate to Main Menu > Settings > Filter. Set the start times for Filter Cycle 1 and Filter Cycle 2. Filter Cycle 2 can be enabled or disabled. Save or cancel changes.

Settings Menu Overview

The Settings menu allows fine-tuning of spa functions:

• Heat: Configure heat modes (Ready, Rest, Ready-in-Rest) and temperature ranges (High, Low). The M8 feature optimizes device usage based on water temperature.
• Cleanup: Set the duration for cleanup cycles after pump activation.
• Time: Set the time of day for scheduled features.
• Reminders: View spa maintenance messages.
• Units: Select display units for temperature (Fahrenheit/Celsius) and time (12/24 hour).
• Locks: Lock the panel and/or settings for security.
• Language: Select the display language.
• Panel: Adjust screen sleep timer, brightness, and 'Tap to Wake' sensitivity (one or three touches).
• Hold: Disable pumps during service functions.
• Diagnostics: Access system information, fault logs, and perform a GFCI test.

Set Units

Navigate to Settings > Units. Select desired temperature and time display formats. Changes apply immediately.

Change Heat Settings

Navigate to Settings > Heat. Choose a Heat Mode (Ready, Rest, Ready-in-Rest) and Temperature Range (High, Low). The M8 feature helps reduce energy consumption by managing water temperature.

Activate Sleep Mode

Press the Sleep Button to put the panel to sleep. The screen will turn black. To wake the panel, press the screen. If it requires multiple touches, press the designated number sequence (e.g., '1' then '2').

Change Panel Settings

Navigate to Settings > Panel. Adjust 'Screen sleeps after' (sleep timer), 'Brightness', and 'Tap to Wake' (1 or 3 touches) for panel wake-up behavior.

Select a Language

Navigate to Settings > Language. Choose the desired language from the available options. Settings are independent for dual-panel systems.

Lock the Panel and/or Settings

Navigate to Settings > Locks. Select 'Lock Settings' or 'Lock Panel'. A lock icon will appear on the screen and indicators will show the locked status. To unlock, repeat the process.

Perform GFCI Test

Navigate to Settings > Diagnostics > GFCI Test. Press 'GFCI Test' to initiate. The spa will power off if the test is successful. If the GFCI Test status is 'Armed', press 'GFCI Test' again. A 'Passed' status indicates proper function. A 'Failed' status requires professional attention. The 'Reset' button is used when moving the spa.

Balboa Bluetooth Audio (BBA)

Main Screen Overview

The BBA screen displays song title/artist, volume control, audio settings access, progress bar, input modes (Bluetooth, Line In), and power controls.

Fine-Tune Your Sound

Navigate to Main Menu > Music > Settings to adjust Balance, Fade, EQ, Preset, Filter, Bass, and Gain.

Pair Your Smart Device

Navigate to Main Menu > Music. Ensure the smart device's Bluetooth is on and searching. Select "BBA Spa Music" from the device's pairing list. Once connected, "BT Connected" will appear, and a white ring will surround the Bluetooth icon.

Clim8zone Heat Pump

Clim8zone Modes

Speed Modes: Auto Smart (default, AI-based heating/cooling), Manual High (fastest, least efficient), Manual Low (slowest, most efficient).

Clim8zone Modes: Heat and Cool, Heat Only, Cool Only, Disabled.

eHeater Modes: Continuous, Auto (activates if 10°F below set temp), Disabled, Enabled (automatic when Clim8zone is disabled).

Main Screen with Clim8zone

Icons for the Electric Heater and Clim8zone appear on the Main screen. Colors indicate status: Red (Heating), Blue (Cooling), White (Inactive), Grey (Disabled). The thermometer icon also changes color (Red for heating, Blue for cooling, Hollow for off, Flashing for preparing).

Set the Clim8zone Mode

Navigate to Settings > Clim8zone > Speed. Select the desired Clim8zone mode (Heat and Cool, Heat Only, Cool Only, Disabled).

Set eHeater Mode

Navigate to Settings > Clim8zone > eHeater. Select the desired eHeater mode (Continuous, Auto, Disabled, Enabled).

Set the Speed Mode

Navigate to Settings > Clim8zone > Speed. Select the desired speed mode. Note: Clim8zone II does not support speed modes.

Compatibility

The Spa Touch mini panel is compatible with:

• Control Systems: All BP systems with software version 9.0 and above.
• Balboa Bluetooth Audio: bba 3.
• Spa Lighting: Chromazone.
• Clim8zone Heat Pumps: Clim8zone, Clim8zone II.

Messages

Various icons and messages appear on the panel to inform users:

• Information Icon (ℹ️): General information.
• Reminder Icon (?): Maintenance or action reminders.
• Warning Error Icon (⚠️): Normal error or warning.
• Spa Disabled Error Icon (❌): Critical error disabling spa functions.

General Messages include: Priming Mode, Possible Freezing Condition, Error Codes, Temperature Reading Unavailable, Set Time Reminder, Low Water Level, Water Too Hot, Drain Mode, Hold/Standby Mode.

Heater-Related Messages: Heater Fault Detected, Heater Sensors Out of Sync, Filter Replacement Reminder, Heater May Be Dry, Heater is Dry, Heater Too Hot.

Sensor-Related Messages: Temperature Sensor A/B Failure.

Maintenance Messages: Change Water Reminder, Check Sanitizer Reminder, Check Ozone Reminder, Check pH Reminder, Change UV Reminder, Service Check Required.

Technical Messages: Test GFCI Reminder, Stuck Pump Relay, Clock Failure, Freezing Warning, GFCI Test Failed, [Error Code] (Service Required), Settings Reset, No Control Panel Communication, Safety Fault Detected.