You cannot turn off a Promethean board with your phone using any official Promethean mobile app, as no documented power-off feature exists for remote control. Instead, the verified methods to turn off a Promethean board rely on the panel's own power button or its built-in standby and sleep timers, which are the real solutions for managing power without physically accessing the board.
Can you turn off a Promethean board with your phone?
No official Promethean documentation supports turning off a Promethean board from a phone. The only mobile app evidence retrieved is the Promethean Mobile app v4.5.0, but its download page does not show any power-off feature, supported phone models, or step-by-step phone controls. The real solutions for remote-like convenience are the board's local power button behaviors and automatic timer settings, which let you manage power without a phone app.
The truth about the Promethean mobile app and power controls
The Promethean Mobile app v4.5.0 exists, but based on verified documentation, it does not include power-off capabilities. The retrieved snippet from the official download page lacks any mention of turning off the board, connecting for power control, or accessing power settings through the app. Users who may have encountered unofficial or outdated apps can also search for 'Promethean Board Control App', which is a distinct name from the official mobile app. This means that expecting to use your phone for powering your phone on and off is not supported by Promethean's current offerings. Set realistic expectations: the app may serve other functions, but power management is not among them.
How to turn off a Promethean board using the panel power button
The documented way to power down a Promethean board is through the physical power button on the panel itself. On ActivPanel 9 and ActivPanel 9 Premium, the power button works as follows:
- Short tap, black out the screen.
- Long touch, put the ActivPanel to sleep.
These behaviors are verified for the ActivPanel 9 and 9 Premium models. For other models like ActivPanel Titanium or Cobalt, the power button may function similarly, but always consult your specific model's user guide for exact behavior.
How to set standby and sleep timers so the board turns off automatically
For hands-off power management, configure the board's automatic timers. The verified menu path to reach these settings is:
- Open the Unified Menu.
- Select Locker.
- Go to Settings.
- Choose More Settings.
- Navigate to Display.
- Select Advanced.
- Find Standby and Sleep Timers.
Once there, you can change the Standby Timer value. When the timer runs out, the ActivPanel goes into standby and the screen turns off automatically. This method does not require a phone and works reliably on supported models.
What to do if you need remote-like convenience
Since true phone-based remote power-off is not supported, the best workaround is to use the built-in timer settings described above. By configuring the standby or sleep timer to a short duration, you can achieve hands-off power management without needing to physically press the power button. For example, set the timer to turn off the screen after a few minutes of inactivity. This is the closest you can get to remote convenience using verified Promethean features.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can iPhone or Android turn off a Promethean board from the app?
No. Neither operating system is confirmed to support remote power control through the app.
What devices and versions are supported?
The only retrieved evidence is the Promethean Mobile app v4.5.0 download page, which does not provide supported iPhone or Android versions in the snippet captured. No specific device models or OS versions are documented for the app.
Are there limits to phone-based control?
The primary limitation is that phone-based control for turning off the board is not supported at all.
Can I use a third-party app to turn off the Promethean board?
No third-party app is documented or verified by Promethean for this purpose. Using unofficial apps may not work and could void warranties or cause connectivity issues.
What if my board does not have a standby timer option?
If the Standby and Sleep Timers menu is not available, consult your specific ActivPanel model's user guide. Some older models may have different menu paths or lack this feature entirely.
What happens if I turn off the Promethean board with my phone?
Powering off the board does not affect ongoing or saved activities, so there is no risk of data loss or activity interruption.
Is it safe to use my phone to turn off the Promethean board?
No official phone-based power-off method exists, so using unverified apps or workarounds may pose safety or security risks.
