Dometic Connect Essential Thermostat v1 | 4471011652 | Black

⭐ Manages Multiple Heat Sources — Heat Pump + Furnace

Important capability: the Connect Essential Thermostat v1 can manage multiple heat sources simultaneously:

• RV-C protocol: Heat pump AND furnace operation available

⭐ Automatic Heat Source Switchover

Meaningful smart operation: priority is given to heat pump operation until the outdoor ambient temperature reaches near freezing — then the system automatically switches over to furnace operation (if equipped). Efficient use of electric heat when viable, propane backup when needed.

Fan Speed Behavior in Heat Mode

• Low / High / Turbo: Fan operates continuously at selected speed
• Auto (furnace): Fan is off — allows furnace to control airflow
• Auto (heat pump): Fan cycles on/off, adjusting speed based on temperature difference

Single or Multi-Zone Control

Whether your rig has one AC zone or several, the Connect Essential Thermostat v1 handles it — flexible, room-by-room comfort management from a single thermostat.

Full-Featured, Intuitive Operation

Digital LED display with soft-touch buttons for simple operation. Six complete operation modes:

• Auto, Cool, Fan Only, Heat, Turbo, Dry

Adjustable fan speed — Low / High / Turbo / Auto — with Turbo mode for fast cool-down when you need to drop the temperature quickly.

Temperature Offset Configuration

The thermostat can be configured with a temperature offset ranging from 1 to 9 degrees — meaningful for fine-tuning temperature accuracy or matching a preferred reading. Refer to the installation manual for offset configuration.

⭐ RV-C Communication

Uses RV-C communication protocol — the standard for RV coach networking. Ensures reliable performance with the FreshJet 5 Heat Pump platform.

Please note this communication requires hardwiring to the thermostat. You can't use the CMC cable plug in at the top of this thermostat.

This thermostat also only seems to work with one unit. It is not multi-zone friendly (even though Dometic states that it is).

Sleek, Modern Design — Black

A slim profile and clean digital LED display in a black finish give the Connect Essential v1 a modern look that upgrades the appearance of your RV interior — not just its functionality.

Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Part Number: 4471011652
• Model: Connect Essential Thermostat v1

⚠️ Professional Installation Recommended

Installation involves 12V DC electrical wiring and integration with the FreshJet 5 Heat Pump control system via RV-C. Installation should be performed by a qualified RV service technician.

Genuine Dometic OEM

Key Features

• Genuine Dometic OEM Connect Essential Thermostat v1
• Part number: 4471011652
• Single Zone 12V DC digital thermostat
• For Dometic FreshJet 5 Electronic Heat Pump ACs (FJX5557EHPWHCS / FJX5557EHPBKCS)
• RV-C communication
• ⭐ Manages heat pump AND furnace simultaneously via RV-C protocol
• ⭐ Automatic heat source switchover — heat pump priority until outdoor temp near freezing, then auto-switch to furnace
• Digital LED display with soft-touch buttons
• Six operation modes: Auto, Cool, Fan Only, Heat, Turbo, Dry
• Adjustable fan speed: Low / High / Turbo / Auto (behavior differs between furnace and heat pump modes)
• Turbo mode for fast cool-down
• Temperature offset configurable 1-9 degrees
• Slim, modern black design
• Broader-compatibility sibling: Connect Essential RV-C and CMC Thermostat (9610007991) — for Dometic ACs with CCC2 controls

Specifications

• Brand: Dometic
• Model: Connect Essential Thermostat v1
• Part Number: 4471011652
• Type: Single Zone 12V DC Digital Thermostat
• Display: Digital LED with soft-touch buttons
• Operation Modes: Auto, Cool, Fan Only, Heat, Turbo, Dry
• Fan Speeds: Low, High, Turbo, Auto
• Communication: RV-C
• Heat Source Support: Heat pump AND furnace (RV-C protocol)
• Heat Source Priority: Heat pump priority until outdoor temp near freezing, then automatic switchover to furnace
• Temperature Offset Range: 1-9 degrees (configurable)
• Compatibility: Dometic FreshJet 5 Electronic Heat Pump AC units (FJX5557EHPWHCS, FJX5557EHPBKCS)
• Broader-Compatibility Sibling: Dometic Connect Essential RV-C and CMC Thermostat (9610007991)
• Color: Black