BlueFire Data Adapter User Manual

© BlueFire LLC Version 3.3
Getting Started
Instruction guide for setting up and using your BlueFire App and Adapter
Contents
The Data Adapter ................................................................................................................. 3
Power Requirements .......................................................................................................... 4
Battery Warning ................................................................................................................ 4
Vehicle Computers ............................................................................................................. 4
Connecting the Adapter ..................................................................................................... 5
Retrieving Data ................................................................................................................. 7
J1708 Data Bus ................................................................................................................. 8
OBD-II Data Bus ............................................................................................................... 9
Mobile Device Requirements ................................................................................................ 10
Android .......................................................................................................................... 10
Amazon .......................................................................................................................... 10
Apple iOS ........................................................................................................................ 10
Apple MacBook ................................................................................................................ 10
Windows 10 .................................................................................................................... 11
GPS ................................................................................................................................ 12
Internet Connection ......................................................................................................... 12
Exploring the App ............................................................................................................... 13
Orientation ..................................................................................................................... 14
Backing Up App Data ....................................................................................................... 14
Uninstalling the App ........................................................................................................ 15
App Settings ...................................................................................................................... 16
Creating your Dash ............................................................................................................. 24

BlueFire Data Adapter Specifications

General

Brand	BlueFire
Model	Data Adapter
Category	Adapter
Language	English

Summary

The Data Adapter

Adapter Overview and Types

Explains the adapter's function, purchase options, types, and diagnostic port identification.

Connecting and Pairing

Step-by-step guide for connecting the adapter and understanding its LED indicators.

Mobile Device Requirements

Supported Platforms

Exploring the App

App Setup and Navigation

Guide to downloading, opening, initial setup, and exploring app features and pages.

App Settings

Core App Configuration

Settings for units, display, demo data, GPS usage, screen orientation, and connection types.

Data Bus and Performance Tuning

Customization and Alerts

Offsets, Security, and Management

Creating your Dash

Dash Creation Methods

Methods to start creating a new custom dash: from scratch, download, or import.

Gauge Design Basics

Adding and customizing Text/Graphic gauges, understanding gauge types and options.

Advanced Gauge Elements

Dash Layout and Templates

Sharing and Saving

Customizing your Dash

Design Workflow

Trips

Trip Management

Starting, naming, managing trips, and setting trip options for data recording.

Trip Data Details

Information recorded during a trip, including locations, vehicle data, and fuel tracking.

Ending and Saving Trips