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    05-03-2012 11:39 AM #1
    TouchBox, a new technology designed and manufactured by Zaetech, allows you to control your air suspension with your smart phone via WiFi (iPhone) or Bluetooth (Android) communication. By wirelessly replicating the functionality of a traditional wired nine switch box, the user is provided with truly limitless control of their air suspension system. Installation of TouchBox is as easy as any wired analog Switch Box and is compatible with any 12v electric valve system.

    Once the system is installed, the user can control their air ride at any time by simply connecting their Smart Phone to the TouchBox device via a free to use app. The app is free to download from the iPhone app store, and coming soon to the Android marketplace. The app itself has unlimited uses, allowing multiple phones to control the same car at no additional cost.

    TouchBox creates it's own WiFi network wherever you go. You do not need to connect to a pre-existing WiFi network to use this system.

    TouchBox is compatible with most management systems
    • Analog systems with individual valves
    • Analog systems with manifolds
    • SwitchSpeed systems
    • RidePro e2 and e3 systems
    • AutoPilot v1 Systems
    • e-Level with RockerSwitch
    • e-Level with TouchPad

    Features
    • 4 corner, 8 valve control
    • 3 user-defined Auxiliary Buttons
    • Rotatable case faceplate for a visually appealing install
    • WiFi communication for iPhone
    • Bluetooth communication for Android
    • Up to 50ft range
    • Optional integration with Zaetech DigiGauge
    • Free App
    • Free Technical Support

    Includes
    • TouchBox Unit
    • Universal wire harness

    Pre-Order here for $299.00!

    Q and A:

    I read that I can pair more than one iPhone to the TouchBox. Can anyone with an iPhone connect or do I have to give them permission?

    Only people that you give your special login and password to will be able to connect. This information is in the box when you receive product, it would only be accessible to your friends / family / etc. if you give them your unique login credentials.

    Will my switch box be disabled when I turn TouchBox on?

    TouchBox will have no impact on other control systems installed on your car. In other words, the other system(s) will work exactly the same as they do now before connecting the TouchBox.

    Are you offering any special deals on TouchBox?

    Sorry, no discounts are available.
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    05-03-2012 01:47 PM #2
    That's neat... but I still would rather have accuair's app.
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    05-03-2012 01:55 PM #3
    Not going to lie, that interface looks terrible and cheaply designed.

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    05-03-2012 03:13 PM #4
    Quote Originally Posted by Seppdelaney View Post
    That's neat... but I still would rather have accuair's app.
    Quote Originally Posted by najob08 View Post
    Not going to lie, that interface looks terrible and cheaply designed.
    both of these. cool idea, but you should be able to customize the screen to show 2, switch, 7 switch, 9 switch, ect.... and it should be able to interface with my digital gauge, custom skins... ect. there is potential here but i dont like it the way that it looks right now.
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    05-03-2012 03:25 PM #5
    Quote Originally Posted by Seppdelaney View Post
    That's neat... but I still would rather have accuair's app.
    this and $299 ? thats pushing imo
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    05-03-2012 04:10 PM #6
    I'd grab it if the interface was cleaner. That is just so generic.

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    05-04-2012 12:42 PM #7
    regardless if the interface doesnt appeal to all, that's a pretty sick setup i would actually consider this if i owned a smartphone. my car is parked about 100feet from my desk window at work, could play with it all the time or as people walk by
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    05-04-2012 01:23 PM #8
    How will it work with the ignition off? Mine might be an exception but my v2 controller doesn't work unless I have the ignition on...

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    05-04-2012 02:24 PM #9
    Quote Originally Posted by luke wl. View Post
    How will it work with the ignition off? Mine might be an exception but my v2 controller doesn't work unless I have the ignition on...
    No constant v12 wire on v2? My elevel remote works
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    05-04-2012 02:48 PM #10
    Quote Originally Posted by luke wl. View Post
    How will it work with the ignition off? Mine might be an exception but my v2 controller doesn't work unless I have the ignition on...
    It should just depend on how you wired it.
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    05-04-2012 10:25 PM #11
    Quote Originally Posted by arethirdytwo View Post
    I'd grab it if the interface was cleaner. That is just so generic.
    I just received a prototype unit. It has another skin too and a seven switch box
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    05-04-2012 10:27 PM #12
    Quote Originally Posted by luke wl. View Post
    How will it work with the ignition off? Mine might be an exception but my v2 controller doesn't work unless I have the ignition on...
    It works (and wires in) exactly like any switch box. It provides 12v from a constant source to your valves.

    Keep in mind, they don't make a V2 compatible version of it.
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    05-04-2012 11:04 PM #13
    PM or post once you play with it. Do you have a shot of the skin?

    Quote Originally Posted by Will@BagRiders View Post
    I just received a prototype unit. It has another skin too and a seven switch box

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    05-04-2012 11:42 PM #14
    Another reason why i should have gone with elevel instead of v2

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    05-05-2012 12:25 AM #15
    Haha... You say now however DOUBLE the price tag obviously stopped you (e-level user FYI). So the V2 can't handle manual inputs?

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    Another reason why i should have gone with elevel instead of v2

  16. 05-05-2012 06:33 AM #16
    Nice but looks cheap and just looked on the Bagriders shop site and you need to order an extra vu4? harness??
    And shipping to the Netherlands is 100 buck damn

  17. 05-05-2012 10:28 AM #17
    i think you guys are missing the point....its more the control via a phone than what the app looks like

    im more than excited to get one of these for my car
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    05-05-2012 12:37 PM #18
    Love the idea but would want some legit reviews before giving it a go
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    05-07-2012 08:23 AM #19
    Quote Originally Posted by arethirdytwo View Post
    PM or post once you play with it. Do you have a shot of the skin?
    I'll get a shot of it for you
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    05-07-2012 08:26 AM #20
    Quote Originally Posted by arethirdytwo View Post
    So the V2 can't handle manual inputs?
    Correct
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    thats a great piece, i would love to get one of these when i get my e21 on air.
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    05-07-2012 11:15 AM #22
    i want one... i assume this can work with the AVS switchbox setup
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    05-07-2012 11:30 AM #23
    when is something cool going to come out for v2

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    05-07-2012 01:38 PM #24
    Quote Originally Posted by tonyb2580 View Post
    i want one... i assume this can work with the AVS switchbox setup
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    Quote Originally Posted by tmg1991 View Post
    when is something cool going to come out for v2
    Good question. Hopefully Air Lift follows suit and releases a smart phone controller for the V2.
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    Hope so!
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  26. 05-08-2012 03:56 AM #26
    Interessed but want to know Will why the shippment is so high 100bucks to the Netherlands?
    And is there not a promo video off someone who has it build in?

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    Quote Originally Posted by GolfIIVR6 View Post
    Interessed but want to know Will why the shippment is so high 100bucks to the Netherlands?
    And is there not a promo video off someone who has it build in?
    Please email shipping@bagriders.com for the lowest international shipping rates.

    Yes, we will make a video demonstrating the TouchBox soon.
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    05-09-2012 01:28 AM #28
    So, we would have our present switches to control valves, as well as our phone?

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    Quote Originally Posted by lowerbyhalia View Post
    So, we would have our present switches to control valves, as well as our phone?
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    Quote Originally Posted by tmg1991 View Post
    when is something cool going to come out for v2
    seriously. aside from the controller size, i'm not really that pleased with it
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    Quote Originally Posted by tttomm88 View Post
    seriously. aside from the controller size, i'm not really that pleased with it
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    05-12-2012 02:30 AM #33
    Very cool.

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    05-15-2012 10:10 AM #34
    We should be getting the newest version of the prototype here at the shop soon.
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  35. 05-15-2012 01:14 PM #35
    If other people have a Iphone, do they can control your car if they load the apps or he have a password? Thanks

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