NexusOwie V3 Plug and Play Chip Installation Guide

This guide walks through the NexusOwie V3 Plug and Play Chip installation for Nexus Battery Solutions products. The hardware installation uses the same connector steps as the previous Owie V2 chip, with the added NexusBMS mobile app for compatible monitoring and setup access.

Warning: You must use the wires included in the packaging to install the Plug and Play chip. Stock wires will not work.

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Installation Diagram

Use this diagram to identify the main NexusOwie V3 connection points: lighting power, board power, board data, and harness data.

NexusOwie V3 plug and play chip installation diagram
NexusOwie V3 uses the same plug-and-play connector layout as the Owie V2 chip.

6-Pin Communication Connection

  1. Connect the 6-pin connector from the wiring harness to the 6-pin port on the chip labeled IN.
  2. Connect the 6-pin wire from the kit into the PCB 6-pin port, then connect the other side to the 6-pin port on the stock OneWheel control board.
NexusOwie V3 harness 6 pin connection
Step 1: harness 6-pin connection to the NexusOwie V3 chip.
NexusOwie V3 6 pin to board connection
Step 2: 6-pin connector routed from the NexusOwie V3 chip to the control board.

3-Pin Power Connection

  1. Connect the 3-pin connector from the chip side labeled IN to the stock control board's 3-pin connector.
  2. Connect the 3-pin connector from the chip side labeled OUT to the LED board in the front of the controller housing.
NexusOwie V3 3 pin power connection
Step 3: 3-pin power connection.
NexusOwie V3 LED board connection
Step 4: LED board connection at the front of the controller housing.

Mount the Chip

Peel the backing and stick the NexusOwie V3 chip to the lid so it is secured before reassembly.

NexusOwie V3 chip mounted to lid
Step 5: chip mounted to the lid.
NexusOwie V3 final install reference
Final reference image showing the completed wiring layout.

Download the NexusBMS App

After the NexusOwie V3 chip is installed, download the NexusBMS app on your phone for compatible NexusOwie V3 monitoring and setup access.

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Disclaimer

Installing aftermarket modifications may affect the operation and safety of your board. Installation is performed at your own risk. Nexus Battery Solutions is not liable for damage, injury, or loss caused by improper installation or use. If you are not comfortable performing the install, have it completed by a qualified technician. Always disconnect power and use appropriate safety gear before working on electronics.