The BantamX simplifies your wiring and installation process, saving you hours of work. This compact, expandable 8-circuit control system allows you to power and manage 12/24VDC accessories with just one Ethernet cable into the cab. Its small footprint offers endless placement options, with no cutting, fishing wires, or tapping into the vehicle's electrical system required. The BantamX is the ultimate solution for all your aftermarket electrical needs, unmatched in versatility.
KEY FEATURES
- Fully Programmable System: Control up to 8 circuits, each rated at 30 amps (12.5 VDC).
- Expandable & Easy to Install: 16-position terminal block for accessories, 2 RJ45 controller ports, and a 100-amp inline fuse.
- Battery Protection: Integrated low voltage cutoff (LVCO) with optional override and self-healing fault protection.
- Advanced Tech: Microprocessor-controlled MOSFETs (no fuses/relays), built-in Bluetooth for remote control, and current-sensing capabilities.
- Safety Features: Protection against overheating, over-current, shorts, reverse polarity, and field collapse. Optional ignition control and safety lockout for switches 1 and 2.
HARDWARE
Durable Build: Powder-coated steel base, weatherproof silicone gasket, and aluminum lid with easy-to-use thumb screws.
Flexible Mounting: Universal and vehicle-specific options available.
sPOD Mobile App Control (Free):
Customize switches with dimming, strobe, flash, momentary, and switch linking options.
Choose between On-Road and Off-Road modes.
Circuit timers, switch lockout, enhanced fault protection, and more.
Advanced customization options like programmable current limiting and ignition control for all 8 circuits.
Touchscreen Control Panel:
- Streamlined Installation: Control 8 switches simultaneously, reducing complexity and weight.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Voltage feedback, amperage meter, and board temperature feedback on screen.
- Customizable Display: Automatic backlighting, power-off features, and personalized legends.
- Multiple Source Control: One touchscreen can manage up to 32 circuits.
- Bluetooth Programming: For easy touchscreen setup (range may vary).
Note: The touchscreen may become inoperable below 20°F. Allow the cab to warm up before use.
The BantamX offers unparalleled functionality and ease, making it the perfect choice for managing your vehicle's aftermarket accessories.
Additional Touchscreen Mounting Options (sold separately):
RAM-201U Double Socket Arm for 1-inch RAM Ball (Must have this in order to mount touchscreen)
RAM-238U Base with 1-inch RAM Ball (For fixed surface mounting and interconnect between double socket arm)
RAM-224-1U Suction Cup Base with 1-inch RAM Ball (For fixed surface mounting and interconnect between double socket arm)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
sPOD 870040 Installation Sheet
DISCLAIMER
Buyer is responsible for ensuring that it uses the products (and its vehicle) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and standards of care. Buyer acknowledges that some products may only be used when off-roading, and Buyer will comply with all vehicle and road safety guidelines. Buyer is solely responsible for (and will indemnify and hold Bestop harmless for) any claims, losses, damages, fines, fees, costs, or other amounts arising out of Buyer's non-compliance with these provisions.
WARRANTY AND REPAIR POLICY
sPOD offers a non-transferable 5-year limited warranty on electronic parts and components from manufacturers defects for all units purchased after 4/1/23. sPOD will repair or replace items in question and return them to Buyer at no charge. If the identical product is no longer available, sPOD will replace with a similar product of equal value. sPOD will not be responsible for any indirect or consequential damages in connection with defective merchandise.
Exclusions:
Products that have been subjected to abuse, misuse, accident, alteration, modification, improper installation, tampering, or any use other than the product's designed purpose will void the warranty. The sPOD warranty excludes the following: Installation errors, abuse, misuse or crash damage, reverse polarity of battery cables, changing the 2 amp fuse for any other rated fuse, cutting off our connectors, splicing into our wires/harnesses, attaching anything other than our battery cables to our positive and negative terminal studs on our BantamX/SourceLT boards, changing our supplied switches (switch body), removing the actuators without using our specific actuator removal tool.
This warranty shall be automatically voided if the items sent for warranty replacement are modified in any way or were not used as intended or applicable. Additionally, this warranty excludes normal wear and tear. NOTE: Any or all aftermarket brake controllers, hi-amp solenoids or any hi-amp relay that is attached to the same positive battery post will cause irreversible damage to the sPOD system. This will void all warranties. This warranty shall be automatically voided if the items sent for warranty replacement are returned with water/liquid/chemical damage to any electrical component. The buyer MUST provide a copy of the original invoice or have completed the online product registration. Shipping responsibilities and/or charges will be determined once a claim has been opened. sPOD systems will be repaired or replaced at manufacturer’s discretion.
This warranty does not cover miscellaneous expenses, including, but not limited to, outside labor costs incurred for the installation, removal, replacement, and repair or troubleshooting. Please contact sPOD to assist with troubleshooting prior to uninstalling your entire system as the solution may not require that the system be removed. All claims must be made in writing by mail or e-mail directly to sPOD:
By Mail: sPOD
2950 Norman Strasse Road
San Marcos, CA 92069
By E-mail: sales@4x4s-pod.com
