Balboa Mini Oval LCD 4 Button: Your Ultimate Hot Tub Control Solution

Introduction

As a dedicated hot tub enthusiast and spare parts supplier, I’m excited to introduce you to the Balboa Mini Oval LCD 4 Button control panel. This sleek and efficient topside control is designed to enhance your hot tub experience, providing easy access to essential functions while maintaining a streamlined appearance.

Product Overview

The Balboa Mini Oval LCD 4 Button is a top-of-the-line topside control panel manufactured by Balboa, a renowned name in the hot tub industry. This compact yet powerful device is compatible with several Balboa control systems, making it a versatile choice for many hot tub owners.

Key Features

1. User-friendly 4-button interface
2. Clear LCD display
3. Compact oval design
4. Easy installation with telephone cord-style connection
5. Compatible with multiple Balboa control systems

Detailed Specifications

To help you understand the technical aspects of this product, I’ve compiled a comprehensive specifications table:

Specification	Detail
Product Type	Topside control / Touch panel
Manufacturer	Balboa
Power	12V
Compatible Systems	GS500, GS500Z, GS501, GS501Z
Button Configuration	Blower, Jets, Temp, and Light
Connection Type	Telephone cord style
Display	LCD, basic 3-digit style
Dimensions	Length: 110 mm, Height: 40 mm
Included Accessories	Overlay

Documentation

• VL Panel Range
• Cutout Template

Functionality and Benefits

Intuitive Control at Your Fingertips

The Balboa Mini Oval LCD 4 Button panel puts you in command of your hot tub’s core functions. With dedicated buttons for the blower, jets, temperature, and lighting, you can easily adjust your spa environment to suit your preferences.

Clear and Concise Display

The LCD screen provides a clear, easy-to-read display of essential information. The basic 3-digit style ensures you can quickly check water temperature and other vital stats at a glance, even in low light conditions.

Streamlined Design

Measuring just 110 mm in length and 40 mm in height, this control panel boasts a sleek, mini oval design that complements any hot tub aesthetic. Its compact size doesn’t compromise on functionality, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer a minimalist look.

Hassle-Free Installation

Thanks to its telephone cord-style connection, installing the Balboa Mini Oval LCD 4 Button is a breeze. This familiar connection type ensures a secure fit and easy replacement if needed.

Versatile Compatibility

Compatible with several Balboa control systems (GS500, GS500Z, GS501, GS501Z), this panel is a versatile option that fits a wide range of hot tub models. This compatibility makes it an excellent choice for repairs or upgrades to your existing system.

Care and Maintenance

To ensure the longevity of your Balboa Mini Oval LCD 4 Button control panel, I recommend regular cleaning with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could damage the overlay or compromise the water-resistant seal.

Conclusion

The Balboa Mini Oval LCD 4 Button control panel is a fantastic choice for hot tub owners looking for a reliable, easy-to-use, and stylish topside control. Its combination of essential functions, clear display, and compact design makes it an excellent addition to any spa setup.

Upgrade your hot tub experience today with this high-quality Balboa product, and enjoy effortless control of your relaxation oasis.

Balboa BP Spa Packs

If you have a “BP” spa pack, you will find the name and model on the label, then you can use any of the “TP” range of topside controls, TP400, TP600 etc etc.

 

You can also use any of the “Spa Touch” graphical controllers on your Spa Pack. Spa Touch comes in versions 1-3 with 4 to be released very soon as well as the new “mini”.

 

The BP Spa Pack made things nice and easy so when you are replacing your topside control with one of these, it is straight forward enough.

 

Balboa VS & GS Spa Packs.

 

If you have an older hot tub that you are keeping alive with new parts, then the chances are you have an older spa pack in there too. This is where it gets a little more complicated in terms of compatibility.

 

Two of the popular models are the VS which stands for Value Series and was supplied to a lot of OEMs (manufacturers for hot tubs) to go into their tubs. Likewise, the GS (global series) was the same. Lots of different rebranded options, different names, but at the heart of things are these two packs.

 

What is key on these two models, is the combination of letters and numbers that make up the model number on the Spa Pack.

 

The VL range of topside controls was designed for both of these spa pack ranges; however, there are some “rules” we need to abide by in terms of compatibility.

 

VL Panels ending in D work with VS/GS systems ending in DZ

VL Panels ending in S work with VS/GS systems ending in SZ

The rest of the VL Panels work with VS/GS systems ending in Z (not SZ or DZ)

 

For example, a Spa Pack model VS501SZ would work nicely with a Topside that is model VL620S. However, that same topside control would not work with a spa pack model VS501Z. The connections are the same, it would plug in, but would not respond at all.

 

Another example, a Balboa GS500Z spa pack would work with the VL406T or the VL401 but would not work with the VL702S.

 

You get the patters. Topside ends in S or D, matches to Spa Pack ending in SZ (for S) or DZ (for D).

 

 

Balboa EL & GL Spa Packs

 

Before the birth of the BP range, the EL and GL Spa Packs did have some level of standardisation in terms of the topside controls.

 

All of the “ML” range of Balboa Topside Controls are designed to work with the EL and GL range of spa packs. They actually look very similar to the TP range, they just have a different type of connection to plug into the Spa Pack.