TireMinder TPMS Setup and Installation Instructions

This article will show you all you need to know to get your new TireMinder TPMS set up and running.

Section 1 - TireMinder A1A

Section 2 - TireMinder i10

Section 3 - TireMinder Smart TPMS

Section 4 - TireMinder Trailer TPMS

Section 5 - TireMinder A1AS

Section 6 - TireMinder TM-77

Section 8 - TireMinder TM-88C

Section 9 - TireMinder Motorcycle TPMS

TireMinder A1A

Install the CR1632 Batteries, plus side up, on each transmitter. Press and release the top button. The A1A will light up with a blue-backlit display.

Monitoring Mode (“M” On the Screen)

The first screen you will be presented with once the monitor is on is the Monitoring Mode (M). If this is the first time turning on the monitor, your monitor will look similar to the photo on the right.

“M” is the mode you will need to be in to receive updates and alerts! This will be 99% of the time after completing the initial set up.

Restarting the monitor will always bring you back to monitoring mode. (Pages 36 & 37 “Power On”)

So, the monitor is on (charged), the booster is wired up, and the batteries are installed in the transmitters. You are now ready to attach the transmitters to the valve stems and “LEARN” them to your monitor.

Learn Mode (“L” On The Screen)

With an “M” showing on the screen, press and hold the right and left buttons for 5 seconds. When all 22 tire positions appear, let the buttons go. You will see an “L” on the screen. That stands for?? Right – Learn!

Tip: For better understanding, read Pages 22, 23 & 24 before proceeding.

Two things to note in this “L” mode are the solid blinking circle and the red light at the top. The solid blinking circle indicates the current tire position and the red light tells us no transmitter has been “Learned” to that location.

To "learn" a transmitter, press the right or left button to scroll to the position you want. Once there, attach a transmitter to that tire’s valve stem. The light will turn green (within 5 to 20 seconds) and you will see that tire’s pressure on the top of the monitor. Congratulations!

Using the right or left buttons, move to the next tire position you wish to monitor. Again you will have a red light which will turn green. Repeat this procedure until you have installed all the transmitters.

You must now EXIT from the “L” mode. Press and hold the right and left buttons until the 22 tires disappear and you see the letter “M” on the screen. You will now only see those tire positions to which you have “learned” transmitters.

Do not worry about the red light at the top of the screen. That will go away after the next step.

For slightly more info on the “L” mode, see Pages 21 & 22.

Setting Baseline Pressures (“P” On The Screen)

It is now time to teach your monitor what pressures you run in your rig. From the “M” mode, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds. When you hear a beep or see the letter “P” appear on the screen, let the button go. In this mode you raise or lower the baseline pressures (customizing the monitor to your needs). Use the right or left buttons to adjust the numbers up or down. Press the center button to move to the next tire. After you have set the last tire’s baseline, press and hold the center button again for 5 seconds. When the “P” changes to “M”, you are finished. Any red flashing light will disappear after 10 to 20 minutes. This is an important step. We recommend you see Pages 22 & 23 for more info.

Congratulations! You are good to go. Press the right or left button to see each tire’s pressure and temperature. This is what you will be able to do before you get on the road or at any rest stop along the way. Please do not check if you are driving (it’s just like texting and you know you are not allowed to text while driving!)

Setup Of Your TireMinder A1A Is Now Complete

TireMinder i10

Prior to starting the initial setup, charge the TireMinder i10 using the supplied charging block and USB cable. While the i10 is charging, please complete steps 1 to 3.

Step 1: The first step in setting up your i10 is to connect the included signal booster (pictured below) to a 12V or 24V power source. As this unit is designed for RVs ranging from Travel Trailers to Class A Motorhomes, please read the specific instructions that are included in the booster’s packaging or see Page 7. Please note, while the booster will increase the transmitting range, it is primarily designed to eliminate signal interference. Due to this crucial function, the booster must be installed.

Step 2: After installing the booster, insert the CR1632 coin cell batteries into each transmitter (pictured below). To install, remove the battery from its packaging, unscrew the transmitter’s black cap counterclockwise, and insert the battery into the transmitter’s battery bracket with the smooth side (+) up.

Step 3: Once each transmitter has a CR1632 battery installed, turn on the i10 monitor. You should see an image like the one below. Once the monitor is on, you should see MONITORING in the center of the display. What this means is that you are currently in Monitoring Mode and the i10 is actively monitoring for tire issues. In order to receive alerts, you must be in Monitoring Mode.

Setting Up With Learn (L) Mode

We’re now ready to program, or what we like to call Learn, each transmitter to a tire position. Please see the steps below to Learn each transmitter:

Step 1: From Monitoring Mode, press and hold the left and right buttons for 5 seconds until you see an L in the center of the display. The image below is how your screen should appear.

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Step 2: On the top left, you should see “- -“ flashing. This is the current tire position. The top left tire position can be used as the driver’s front tire of your vehicle. Alternatively, you can use the left or right buttons to move the current tire position to anyone of the 20 available positions. Once you have chosen the first tire position you would like to Learn, proceed to Step 3. Note, to go to the rear section, press and release the right button until you see REAR near the center of the monitor. This notates the REAR section.

Step 3: With the desired tire position flashing, screw a transmitter onto your vehicles’ corresponding tire position. Within 15 seconds, you should hear a beep and see the current PSI.

Step 4: Continue to use the left or right buttons to select the next tire position you wish to learn. Once at the next desired tire position, screw a transmitter onto that corresponding tire position. Again, within 15 seconds you will hear a beep and see the tire’s current PSI.

Step 5: Repeat Step 4 until all tire transmitters have been learned to the monitoring. Once complete, press and hold the left and right buttons for 5 seconds until you see MONITORING on the display.

Setting Up With Pressure (P) Mode

You’re now at the home stretch! The last part of setting up your TireMinder i10 is informing the monitor what tire pressures you’re currently running.

Step 1: From Monitoring Mode, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds until you see P in the center of the display.

Step 2: PSI should now be flashing on your display. You may press and release the right or left buttons to toggle between PSI (Pounds per square inch) and Bar (Barometric Pressure). Pressing and releasing the center button will move you to °F. With °F flashing, you may press and release the right or left button to toggle between °F (Fahrenheit) or °C (Celsius).

Step 3: Once you have selected your desired units of measurement, press and release the center button. You will now see your first tire position blinking.

Step 4: While the tire position is blinking, you may use the right or left buttons to raise or lower the tire pressure, respectively. Use these buttons to set the appropriate (or cold) baseline tire pressure for your vehicle. Once set, press and release the center button to move to the next tire.

Step 5: Repeat Step 4 until you have set each tire’s appropriate tire pressure. Once complete, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds until you see MONITORING in the center of the display.

Setup Of Your TireMinder i10 Is Now Complete

TireMinder Smart TPMS

Note: Images may not be the same as your specific brand of phone or tablet.

Plug the TireMinder® Bluetooth Adapter into a USB charger and charge for 6 hours.
Install the TireMinder® Signal Booster. Please refer to the directions inside the booster pouch for detailed information on installing the booster.
Insert the provided CR1632 batteries into each transmitter.

Download the TireMinder TPMS App from the Apple App store or Google Play Store. If you have a QR Code Reader, simply scan the appropriate QR Code on the quick start guide. If not, go to your app store and type in “TireMinder TPMS."

Once Everything Is Ready, It’s Time To Connect Your Phone To The TireMinder Bluetooth Adapter

Turn on the TireMinder Bluetooth Adapter by pressing the top power button.
Open the TireMinder TPMS App. Once open, the App will automatically connect to the TireMinder Bluetooth Adapter (it will look like the image below).

Adding Transmitters To Your Setup

Touch “Learn” on the bottom bar of the TireMinder TPMS App. This will take you to where you can add and remove transmitters.
By default, you will be in Learn Mode (note how “Learning Mode” is highlighted near the center of the screen). This is mode where you can add transmitters to your system.
Touch the tire position that you would like to add a transmitter to.
Once touched, the display will show “Learning”. Screw a transmitter onto the corresponding tire.

Once the transmitter is on the valve stem, you will see a pressure reading on the display and the tire position will turn green.

Press the next tire position you would like to add and follow steps D & E until all of your transmitters have been added to the system.

Setting the Baseline Pressures

Once all of your transmitters have been added to the app, press “Baseline” on the bottom bar of the TireMinder® TPMS App.
In “Baseline” you will be able to adjust the desired pressures of your system.
Touch the tire position in which you would like to adjust the baseline pressure.
Once pressed, type in the cold pressure of your tire (e.g. if your tire uses 100 PSI, type in 100).
After typing in the pressure, press Done on the keyboard.

Touch the next tire position you would like to adjust. Continue to adjust each tire position until all the tire positions are set to your correct baseline pressures.

Setup Of Your TireMinder Smart TPMS Is Now Complete

TireMinder Trailer TPMS

Note: This system is designed for trailers 25 ft. or less with 70 PSI or less.

For Larger Rigs or High Pressures, go to: www.TireMinder.com

Initial Setup

Install the hard-wired signal booster using the instructions located inside the booster pouch.
Insert the CR1632 batteries, flat-side up, into each transmitter. Do this one at a time. As the caps are numbered, return the same cap to the transmitter it came from.
Remove the monitor’s screen protector. If you don’t, the numbers will never change!

Power On the Monitor

Turn on the monitor by pressing the center button at the top. If the monitor does not turn on automatically, use the provided USB cable to charge the monitor for at least 30 minutes before continuing the setup.

Once the monitor has turned on, it will automatically be in Monitoring Mode. Monitoring Mode is the mode you need to be in to receive alerts. In this mode, you may use the left or right buttons to change units of temperature and units of pressure, respectively.

Adding Transmitters to the Monitor

The TireMinder transmitters are numbered according to tire position. Attach the appropriate transmitter to the corresponding tire position. Example: Transmitter labeled 3, screw onto passenger rear tire position. Transmitter labeled 1, screw on to driver front tire position. If you only have 2 transmitters, place the transmitter labeled 1 on the driver’s side and the transmitter labeled 2 on the passenger side. Once the transmitters have been screwed onto their corresponding tire position, you will see the current pressure and temperature reading for that tire position.

Adjust The Baseline Pressure

From Monitoring Mode, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds until you hear a beep and see the first learned tire position blinking. This is Pressure Setting Mode. Here, you will let the monitor know how much pressure you run in your tires. For example, if your trailer tires run at 60 PSI cold, enter 60 PSI at each tire position.

Use the left and right buttons to lower and raise the tire pressure, respectively. Use the center button to move from tire to tire. Once all baselines pressures are set, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds until you hear a beep. This will return you to Monitoring Mode.

Once you are back in Monitoring Mode, you should not see the screen flashing or see the red TPMS icon.

Setup Of Your TireMinder Trailer TPMS Is Now Complete

TireMinder A1AS

Prior to starting the initial setup, charge the A1AS using the supplied charging block and USB cable. This charger can utilize both AC (110V) and DC (12V) charging, so choose a convent outlet to plug it in, allowing the A1AS to charge while you’re completing steps 1 to 3.

Step 1: The first step in setting up your A1AS is to connect the included signal booster to a 12V or 24V power source. As this unit is designed for RVs ranging from Travel Trailers to Class A Motorhomes, please read the specific instructions that are included in the booster’s packaging or see page 7. Please note, while the booster will increase the transmitting range, it is primarily designed to eliminate signal interference. Due to this crucial function, the booster must be installed.

Step 2: After installing the booster, insert the CR1632 coin cell batteries into each transmitter. To install, remove the battery from its packaging, unscrew the transmitter’s black cap counterclockwise, and insert the battery into the transmitter’s battery bracket with the smooth side (+) up.

Step 3: Once each transmitter has a CR1632 battery installed, turn on the A1AS monitor. You should see an image like the one on the left. Once the monitor is on, you should see MONITORING in the center of the display. What this means is that you are currently in Monitoring Mode and the A1AS is actively monitoring for tire issues. In order to receive alerts, you must be in Monitoring Mode.

Setting Up The A1AS - Learn Mode

We’re now ready to program, or what we like to call Learn, each transmitter to a tire position. Please see the steps below to Learn each transmitter.

Step 1: From Monitoring Mode, press and hold the left and right buttons for 5 seconds until you see LEARN in the center of the display. See the image to the right? That’s how your display should look right now.

Step 2: On the top left, you should see “- -“ flashing. This is the current tire position. The top left tire position can be used as the driver’s front tire of your vehicle. Alternatively, you can use the left or right buttons to move the current tire position to anyone of the 22 available positions. Once you have chosen the first tire position you would like to Learn, proceed to Step 3.

Step 3: With the desired tire position flashing, screw a transmitter onto your vehicles’ corresponding tire position. Within 15 seconds, you should hear a beep and see the current PSI.

Step 4: Continue to use the left or right buttons to select the next tire position you wish to learn. Once at the next desired tire position, screw a transmitter onto that corresponding tire position. Again, within 5 seconds you will hear a beep and see the tire’s current PSI.

Step 5: Repeat the previous step until all tire transmitters have been learned to the monitoring. Once complete, press and hold the left and right buttons for 5 seconds until you see MONITORING on the display.

Setting Up The A1AS - Baseline Mode

You’re now at the home stretch! The last part of setting up your TireMinder A1AS is informing the monitor what tire pressures you’re currently running.

Step 1: From Monitoring Mode, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds until you see BASELINE in the center of the display.

Step 3: Once you have selected your desired units of measurement, press and release the center button. You will now see your first tire position blinking.

Setup Of Your TireMinder A1AS Is Now Complete

TireMinder TM-77

Setting Up

Step 1: The first thing we are going to do is install the CR1632 batteries, plus ( + ) side up, on each transmitter. To remove the cap, turn the cap counter-clockwise (righty tighty, lefty loosy), as seen below. Remember not to over-tighten the caps (it only needs to be hand tight).

Step 2: Once the batteries are in each transmitter, press and release the power button on the top of the monitor. The TM-77 will light up with a blue, back-lit display. The image on the screen should resemble the image on the below.

Step 3: Notice the “M” in the center of the screen. “M” or “Monitoring Mode” is the mode you will need to be in to receive updates and alerts! This will be 99% of the time after completing the initial set up. Restarting the monitor will always bring you back to monitoring mode.

So, the monitor should now be on and charged, the booster wired up, and the batteries installed in the transmitters. You are now ready to attach the transmitters to the valve stems and “Learn” them to your monitor.

Learn Mode ("L" On The Screen)

With an "M" showing on the screen, press and hold the right and left buttons for 5 seconds. When all 22 tire positions appear, let the buttons go. You will then see an “L” on the screen, meaning "Learn."

To “Learn” a transmitter, press the right or left button (shown below) to scroll to the position you want. Once there, attach a transmitter to that tire’s valve stem. The light will turn green within 5 to 20 seconds and you will see that tire’s pressure on the top of the monitor.

Using the right or left buttons, move to the next tire position you wish to monitor. Once again, you will have a red light which will turn green. Repeat this procedure until you have installed all the transmitters.

You must now exit from the “L” mode. Press and hold the right and left buttons until the 22 tires disappear and you see the letter “M” on the screen. You will now only see those tire positions to which you have previously “learned” transmitters.

Don’t worry about the red light at the top of the screen. That will go away after the next step.

Setting Baseline Pressures ("P" On The Screen)

In this mode, you will raise or lower the baseline pressures, customizing the monitor to your needs. Use the right or left buttons to raise or lower the pressure and use the center button to move from tire to tire. After you have set the last tire’s baseline, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds. When the “P” changes to “M”, you are finished. Any red flashing light will disappear after about 10 to 20 minutes. This is an important step. We recommend you see pages 10 & 11 in our knowledge base or your manual for more information.

Setup Of Your TireMinder TM-77 Is Now Complete

TireMinder TM-88C Setup

Initial Setup

The monitor should be partially charged, so you can start programming right away.

Press and release the TOP button to turn it on. If the unit does not light up immediately, simply plug it into a live 12 volt power outlet using the DC adaptor. You can also plug the USB cable into any USB port. From here, you can work with the monitor while it is charging or, after 15 to 20 minutes, it will have enough power to do a complete installation without being plugged in. Note the monitor takes up to 6 hours to become fully charged. Once fully charged, you will see on the display next to the battery icon.

Setting up the Signal Booster

The TireMinder TM-88C comes with a hardwired booster. The booster features simple power and ground (red and black) wires. It can be attached to any power source from straight to a battery, to a light source or any other line that provides an “always on” 12/24V power. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP. Please note, the booster can be turned off while in storage, but should be reactivated to an “always on” power source at least 1 hour prior to traveling.

Tip: The booster not only provides greater signal distance but helps eliminate signal interference. Which is especially helpful in our ever growing, wireless world! See pages 7-8 for more details and installation help.

Setting up the TM-88C

The first thing we are going to do is install the CR1632 batteries, plus side up, on each transmitter. To remove the cap, turn the cap counter-clockwise (righty tighty, lefty loosy). Remember not to overtighten the caps (it only needs to be hand tight).

Once the batteries are in each transmitter, press and release the power button on the top of the monitor. The TM-88C will light up with a blue, backlit display. The image on the screen should resemble the image on the right.

Notice the “M” in the center of the screen. “M” or “Monitoring Mode” is the mode you will need to be in to receive updates and alerts! This will be 99% of the time after completing the initial setup. Restarting the monitor will always bring you back to monitoring mode. (Page 20 “Power On”)

So, the monitor is on (charged), the booster is wired up, and the batteries are installed in the transmitters. You are now ready to attach the transmitters to the valve stems and “LEARN” them to your monitor.

LEARN MODE (“L” on the screen)

To “Learn” a transmitter, press the right or left button to scroll to the position you want. Once there, attach a transmitter to that tire’s valve stem. Within 5 to 20 seconds, the light will turn green and you will see that tire’s pressure on the top of the monitor. Congratulations, you have learned your first transmitter!

You will now need to exit the “L” mode. Press and hold the right and left buttons until the 22 tires disappear and you see the letter “M” on the screen. You will now only see those tire positions which you previously “learned”.

Don’t worry about the red light at the top of the screen. That will go away after the next step.

Setting Baseline Pressures (“P” on the screen)

It is now time to teach your monitor what pressures you run in your rig. From the “M” mode, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds. When you hear a beep or see the letter “P” appear on the screen, let go of the button. In this mode, you will raise or lower the baseline pressures, customizing the monitor to your needs. Use the right or left buttons to raise or lower the pressure and use the center button to move from tire to tire. After you have set the last tire’s baseline, press and hold the center button for 5 seconds. When the “P” changes to “M”, you are finished. Any red flashing light will disappear after 10 to 20 minutes. This is an important step. We recommend you see page 10 for more info.

Congratulations! You are good to go. Press the right or left button to see each tire’s pressure and temperature. This is what you will be able to do before you get on the road or at any rest stop along the way. Please do not check if you are driving (it’s just like texting and you know you are not allowed to text while driving!!).

The rest of this book contains the TM-88C’s advanced features, lots of details, hints, facts and suggestions regarding tire pressure safety. PLEASE read it at some point. You’ll be glad you did as it will help you understand how and why the TM-88C does what it does, and more importantly, why it may be alerting you to an abnormality.

TireMinder Motorcycle TPMS

Note: Please do not skip this first step.

Air up your tires to your normal running (baseline) pressures. If you’re not sure what that is, contact your dealer or manufacturer. We say this as the TireMinder will automatically set your baseline pressures once the transmitters are attached to the valve stems.

Scan the QR Code below and download the TireMinder Motorcycle TPMS App. You may also download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store by searching for “TireMinder Motorcycle TPMS”.

Next, insert the batteries into the transmitters with the positive ( + ) side up.

Open the TireMinder® app and touch on the plus “+” button at the bottom of the screen. You will now see two circles. These represent your front and rear tires.

Touch one of the tire positions. Screw the transmitter onto the corresponding tire as rapidly as possible to minimize pressure loss. Within 10 seconds, you will see the circle go green, displaying the pressure and temperature of that tire. Repeat this to set up the second tire.

Click on the Home button. You will now see two black circles with pressure and temperature readings. If you see any red circles, proceed.

Touch Baseline on the bottom menu. You will now see the baseline pressures for both tires. To adjust a baseline pressure, touch the tire position and use the keypad to enter your desired baseline pressure. Touch Done to confirm your new baseline.

The Importance Of Baselines

TireMinder TPMS uses baseline pressures to alert when your pressure is either too low or too high. For example, if your initial baseline pressure settings are at 30 PSI, you will receive a low pressure alert at 25.5 PSI (15% below the baseline pressure). Alternatively, you will receive a high pressure alert at 36 PSI (20% above the baseline pressure).

Setup Of Your TireMinder Motorcycle TPMS Is Now Complete

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