2021 Tab 400 Cool Cat thermostat question

rhyno

I'm trying to find a bluetooth enabled thermostat and Dometic needs to know which control box the stock unit has? Does anyone happen to have this information for the 2021 model year?

BridgerSunset

I don't have model # handy, but this is the pic of the Cool Cat control on the 2021 400 BD, if it helps.

rhyno

thanks @BridgerSunset - Dometic is looking for some control box between the thermostat and the Cool Cat. NuCamp support told me just now that the thermostat plugs directly into the Cool Cat as far as they know. I may be out of luck finding a bluetooth solution for under $200. Too bad the Cool Cat doesn't support 3rd party BT/Wifi stats.

ChrisFix

@rhyno
I believe the t-stat is directly connected to the Coolcat. I remember this from installing the softstart. Look at the lower right hand corner...and you can see the t-stat connection.

manyman297

I was looking for a Bluetooth solution and found this:
https://www.dometic.com/en-us/outdoor/climate-and-comfort/air-conditioners/air-conditioner-accessories/dometic-ct-single-zone-thermostat-164510

Says “Bluetooth enabled” but when I google the model it shows discontinued.

Denny16

I think you are going to need the Cool, Furnace, Heat strip model for the Cool Cat AC, as it uses a heat strip for heating.  You might want to contact Dometic before buying a new controller to get their recommendation.
cheers

rhyno

Dometic recommended BT model 3316404.015, sold as a thermostat and controller box kit. It is "discontinued" on Dometic's website and costs $200-$250 where you can find it online but none seem to offer a decent return policy if it doesn't work out. That's too much of a gamble just to avoid having to get out of bed to adjust the temp!