Blue Tipz MAX 22 Transmitter Bluetooth Tip Up Alarm
Description
BlueTipz Bluetooth Tip Up Alarm Sends Ice Fishing Alerts to Your Phone
The BlueTipz MAX 22 is a wireless tip up alarm that adds Bluetooth strike detection to compatible tip-ups, tip-downs, rattle reels, and other fishing setups.
When your tip-up activates, the Blue Tipz tip up alarm uses Bluetooth Low Energy to send a strike alert directly to the free BlueTipz app on a compatible iOS or Android smartphone.
For anglers looking for a Bluetooth tip up or Bluetooth ice fishing tip up alert system, BlueTipz lets you monitor multiple fishing setups without continuously walking from hole to hole to visually check every flag.
Unlike a cellular-based device, this Bluetooth fishing alarm does not require cellular service or Wi-Fi for transmitter-to-phone communication. Your compatible phone simply needs Bluetooth enabled and must remain within usable wireless range.
The current MAX transmitter has a manufacturer-listed range of up to approximately 1,000 feet to a compatible smartphone. Add the optional BlueTipz Receiver to extend the network and improve signal reliability in challenging fishing locations.
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Long Bluetooth Range
The current BlueTipz MAX transmitter is manufacturer-rated for approximately 1,000 feet of range when communicating directly with a compatible smartphone.
Programmable Strike Detection
The internal accelerometer detects movement based on the trigger-angle zone programmed in the BlueTipz app.
Visual Tip-Up Alarm
The translucent MAX transmitter includes a programmable multi-color LED that provides another visual indicator when the fishing device triggers.
Replaceable Battery
Each transmitter operates on one AAA battery, and one battery is included with each transmitter.
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Features
BlueTipz Bluetooth Tip Up Alarm Features
Bluetooth Low Energy
BlueTipz connects directly to a compatible smartphone or optional BlueTipz Receiver without relying on cellular network reception.
Extended Transmitter Range
Current manufacturer specifications list up to approximately 1,000 feet of transmitter-to-phone range.
Free Mobile App
The BlueTipz app is available for compatible iOS and Android devices.
Programmable Trigger Angle
Change the accelerometer trigger zone to match different fishing devices and flag positions.
Glove-Friendly Button
A sealed push-button makes the transmitter easier to operate while wearing winter gloves.
Multi-Color LED
Program the LED color through the app and use the blinking transmitter as an additional strike indicator.
Weather-Proof Enclosure
The transmitter enclosure is designed for outdoor winter fishing conditions.
Lightweight
The transmitter weighs approximately 1.4 oz, keeping added weight on the tip-up low.
How It Works
How the BlueTipz Tip Up Alarm Works
- Install the BlueTipz app.
Download the free BlueTipz mobile app on a compatible iOS or Android smartphone. - Turn on Bluetooth and required permissions.
Make sure the phone settings needed by the BlueTipz app are enabled. - Mount the transmitter to your tip-up.
Attach the BlueTipz transmitter to the moving portion of your compatible tip-up or use the appropriate adapter for another fishing system. - Power on the transmitter.
Use the sealed glove-friendly button to turn on the unit. - Turn on Scanning in the app.
The phone begins listening for BlueTipz transmitter activity. - Set your tip-up or fishing device.
With a standard tip-up, the factory tip-up preset can normally be used without additional programming. - A strike activates the Bluetooth tip up.
When the transmitter moves into its programmed trigger-angle zone, it begins broadcasting the strike event and blinking its LED. - Your phone receives the tip-up alarm.
The BlueTipz app provides the configured notification while your phone remains within usable Bluetooth range.
Compatible Setups
BlueTipz Works With More Than One Style of Ice Fishing Alarm Setup
Because BlueTipz uses a programmable accelerometer rather than one fixed mechanical switch, it can be configured for several compatible fishing devices.
Tip-Ups
Turn a compatible traditional tip-up into a Bluetooth ice fishing tip up with smartphone strike notifications.
Tip-Downs
Use the app's device presets or custom trigger-angle settings to configure compatible tip-down applications.
Rattle Reels
BlueTipz can be adapted for compatible rattle-reel systems using the proper setup and accessory.
Set Rods
The Bluetooth fishing alarm can also be used with compatible stationary rod setups for bank or dock fishing.
JawJacker & Similar Systems
Application-specific adapters can make BlueTipz usable with compatible non-standard fishing devices.
Custom Trigger Angles
Create a trigger zone that better matches a device whose movement differs from a traditional vertical tip-up flag.
Range & Receiver
BlueTipz Bluetooth Range & Optional Receiver
For the simplest setup, a BlueTipz MAX transmitter communicates directly with your smartphone. For larger fishing spreads, permanent ice houses, or locations where walls and other obstacles affect reception, an optional BlueTipz Receiver can be added.
| Setup | Manufacturer-Listed Range | How It Works |
|---|---|---|
| BlueTipz MAX → Phone | Up to approximately 1,000 ft | Direct Bluetooth Low Energy communication |
| BlueTipz MAX + Receiver | Manufacturer lists over 1,750 ft maximum system range | Receiver is positioned between transmitter and phone to relay the signal |
| Receiver → Transmitter | Approximately 600 ft | Receiver listens for compatible BlueTipz transmitters |
| Receiver → Phone | Approximately 600 ft | Receiver relays alerts toward the phone |
Standalone Alarm Option
The Receiver can blink and beep when it receives a BlueTipz strike signal, allowing it to provide an alert without relying only on a smartphone notification.
Range Booster
Position the Receiver between the Bluetooth tip up transmitters and phone to help extend the BlueTipz network.
Multiple Transmitters
One Receiver can listen for multiple compatible Blue Tipz transmitters.
Permanent Ice Houses
The Receiver can help improve wireless reliability in permanent ice shacks and other challenging environments.
App Setup
Set Up the BlueTipz Bluetooth Fishing Alarm App
The free BlueTipz app is available for compatible iOS and Android devices. Correct phone permissions are important because the phone must continue listening for Bluetooth tip-up alarm signals while you fish.
Android
- Enable Bluetooth.
- Allow BlueTipz notifications.
- Allow the required location permission.
- Make sure location services are enabled on the phone.
- Configure battery optimization so the app can continue listening while the phone sleeps.
iPhone / iOS
- Enable Bluetooth.
- Allow required notifications and app permissions.
- Make sure Do Not Disturb / Focus settings are not preventing the alert behavior you expect.
Test Your Tip Up Alarm Before Fishing
- Open BlueTipz and turn Scanning ON.
The app must be actively listening for BlueTipz devices. - Select All Devices for the initial test.
This makes it easier to confirm that the transmitter is communicating correctly. - Activate the transmitter.
Move it through its tip-up trigger position. - Confirm the phone receives an alert.
Verify both the on-screen notification and desired audible alert before placing the device outside. - Save your transmitters if desired.
Using My Devices lets you name transmitters and filter out other nearby BlueTipz units.
Programming
Customize Your BlueTipz MAX Tip Up Alarm
The mobile app can change multiple transmitter settings, allowing one BlueTipz system to adapt to different ice-fishing setups.
Name Each Transmitter
Give each BlueTipz transmitter a unique name so you know exactly which hole or tip-up generated the alert.
Notification Tone
Choose a transmitter-specific alert tone or use the global alert selected in the BlueTipz settings.
LED Color
The MAX transmitter's multi-color LED can be programmed through the app.
Device Presets
Select presets such as Tip Up, Tip Down, or Rattle Reel instead of manually changing every setting.
Trigger Angle Zone
Adjust the accelerometer's activation zone to match how your particular fishing device moves when triggered.
Transmit Delay & Duration
Compatible transmitters allow the delay before transmission and the length of continued transmission to be adjusted.
Fish Log
Track Blue Tipz Ice Fishing Activity With the Fish Log
The BlueTipz app does more than sound an alarm. Its Fish Log records notifications sent to your phone so you can review when tip-up activity occurred throughout the trip.
Automatic Alert History
BlueTipz notifications can appear in the Fish Log with the transmitter name, date, and time.
Track Bite Windows
Review your tip-up alarm history to help identify when fish activity increased or slowed down.
Add Catch Information
The app allows additional information to be saved to individual Fish Log entries.
Remove False Entries
An accidental trigger or non-fish activation can be removed from the Fish Log.
Alarm Comparison
BlueTipz vs. Other Ice Fishing Alarm Styles
Ice anglers searching for a tip-up alarm may encounter several different types of strike-alert systems. BlueTipz is specifically built around wireless Bluetooth movement detection.
| Alarm Type | How It Detects a Strike | Typical Alert |
|---|---|---|
| BlueTipz Bluetooth Tip Up Alarm | Programmable accelerometer detects movement of the fishing device | Phone notification, transmitter LED, and optional Receiver alert |
| Basic Visual Tip-Up | Mechanical flag rises | Visual flag only |
| Traditional Audible Alarm | Mechanical or electronic trigger | Sound near the fishing device |
| Line-Based Fishing Alarm | Detects fishing-line movement or tension | Varies by product and design |
What's Included
Choose Your BlueTipz MAX Package
| Option | Included |
|---|---|
| 1 Pack | 1 BlueTipz MAX transmitter + 1 AAA battery |
| 2 Pack | 2 BlueTipz MAX transmitters + 2 AAA batteries |
| Optional Receiver / Range Booster | 1 BlueTipz Receiver when selected from the product options above. Receiver requires 2 AA batteries. |
Specifications
BlueTipz MAX 22 Bluetooth Tip Up Alarm Specifications
| Product | BlueTipz MAX 22 Transmitter |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Bluetooth tip up alarm / Bluetooth fishing alarm / wireless strike-alert transmitter |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth Low Energy |
| Cellular Service Required | No |
| Direct Phone Range | Up to approximately 1,000 ft under favorable conditions |
| Range With Receiver | Manufacturer lists over 1,750 ft maximum system range under favorable conditions |
| Mobile App | Free BlueTipz app for compatible iOS and Android devices |
| Trigger Mechanism | Programmable accelerometer |
| Default Device Mode | Tip Up |
| LED | Programmable multi-color LED |
| Power Switch | Sealed glove-friendly push button |
| Transmitter Battery | 1 AAA battery |
| AAA Battery Included | Yes, one per transmitter |
| Enclosure | Weather-proof design |
| Color | Translucent |
| Weight | Approximately 1.4 oz |
| Typical Applications | Bluetooth ice fishing tip up, tip-down, rattle reel, compatible set rod and adapted fishing setups |
| Made In | USA |
Battery & Storage
BlueTipz Battery, Winter Use & Storage
AAA Power
Each MAX transmitter uses one replaceable AAA battery.
Check Before Every Trip
Confirm the Bluetooth tip up alarm powers on and sends an alert before placing it out on the ice.
Cold Affects Batteries
Like other battery-powered electronics, available battery performance can decrease in very cold conditions.
Keep the Enclosure Secure
Make sure the battery area and weather-resistant enclosure are properly closed before winter use.
Dry Before Storage
Remove snow, slush, and surface moisture before storing the transmitter.
Long-Term Storage
For extended off-season storage, inspect the battery and transmitter before putting the system away.
Troubleshooting
BlueTipz Tip Up Alarm Not Working?
- Confirm the transmitter is powered on.
Check for expected LED behavior and verify the battery is installed correctly. - Turn Bluetooth on.
Your phone must have Bluetooth enabled to receive BlueTipz transmissions. - Open the BlueTipz app and turn Scanning ON.
The app must actively listen for transmitter signals. - Temporarily scan for All Devices.
This helps determine whether My Devices filtering is preventing the alarm. - Check phone notifications.
Make sure BlueTipz is permitted to display and play notifications. - Check Android location permissions.
Location permission and phone location services may need to be enabled for proper Android operation. - Check Android battery optimization.
Make sure aggressive battery-saving settings are not preventing the BlueTipz app from listening while the phone sleeps. - Check Do Not Disturb / Focus settings.
These settings can prevent expected audible alerts. - Move closer and test again.
If alerts resume at a shorter distance, the issue may be operating range or an obstruction rather than transmitter programming. - Test the trigger angle.
A custom fishing setup may not be moving far enough into the programmed trigger-angle zone.
Resources
BlueTipz Setup & Support Resources
BlueTipz Mobile App Manual
Review app installation, scanning, My Devices, programming, Fish Log, Receiver pairing, alerts, and other settings.
BlueTipz Receiver
Add audible and visual alerts or extend your BlueTipz network using the optional Receiver.
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BlueTipz Bluetooth Tip Up Alarm FAQs
What is a BlueTipz tip up alarm?
The BlueTipz MAX 22 is a Bluetooth tip up alarm that detects movement from a compatible tip-up or fishing device and sends a wireless strike alert to a compatible smartphone or BlueTipz Receiver.
What is the Blue Tipz tip up alarm?
Blue Tipz is a common spaced spelling of the BlueTipz brand. The current BlueTipz MAX 22 is a wireless Bluetooth strike-alert transmitter for compatible ice-fishing equipment.
Is BlueTipz a Bluetooth tip up?
BlueTipz is a transmitter that can turn a compatible traditional tip-up into a Bluetooth tip up alert system. The physical tip-up itself is not included.
Is BlueTipz a Bluetooth fishing alarm?
Yes. BlueTipz functions as a Bluetooth fishing alarm by using a programmable accelerometer to detect movement and send a strike notification wirelessly.
What is a Bluetooth ice fishing tip up?
A Bluetooth ice fishing tip up combines a traditional ice-fishing trigger or flag system with an electronic transmitter that sends strike activity to a nearby receiving device. BlueTipz MAX 22 provides that wireless alert capability for compatible tip-ups.
Is "Blue Tips" the same as BlueTipz?
If you searched for blue tips while looking for an ice-fishing tip-up alarm, the brand name is spelled BlueTipz. It is also commonly written as Blue Tipz.
What is Blue Tipz ice fishing?
Blue Tipz ice fishing products are wireless strike-alert devices designed to help anglers monitor compatible tip-ups and other fishing setups using Bluetooth notifications.
Does BlueTipz require cell service?
No. BlueTipz communicates through Bluetooth Low Energy, so cellular reception is not required for the transmitter to communicate with the compatible receiving device.
Does BlueTipz require Wi-Fi?
No. Strike-alert communication does not depend on a Wi-Fi network.
Do I need a smartphone?
A compatible iOS or Android phone can receive BlueTipz alerts directly. The optional BlueTipz Receiver can also blink and beep when a transmitter activates.
How far does the BlueTipz tip up alarm work?
The current MAX transmitter is manufacturer-rated for up to approximately 1,000 feet when communicating directly with a compatible smartphone under favorable conditions.
How far does BlueTipz work with the Receiver?
The MAX system is listed at over 1,750 feet when used with a compatible BlueTipz Receiver under favorable conditions. Practical range varies by environment and device placement.
Why am I not getting the full 1,000-foot range?
Bluetooth range can be reduced by phone hardware, shelter walls, vehicles, people, electronics, transmitter height, battery condition, terrain, and other obstructions.
What is the BlueTipz Receiver?
The Receiver is an optional accessory that can blink and beep when a transmitter activates and can also relay BlueTipz signals toward your phone to extend operating range.
Will one Receiver work with multiple transmitters?
Yes. One Receiver can listen for multiple compatible BlueTipz transmitters.
What battery does the BlueTipz transmitter use?
Each MAX transmitter uses one AAA battery.
Is the AAA battery included?
Yes. One AAA battery is included with each BlueTipz MAX transmitter.
Does BlueTipz work with Android?
Yes. The free BlueTipz app supports compatible Android devices. Bluetooth, notifications, required permissions, and battery settings must be configured correctly.
Does BlueTipz work with iPhone?
Yes. The BlueTipz app supports compatible iOS devices.
Can I change the notification sound?
Yes. BlueTipz provides alert-tone settings, and compatible transmitters can be assigned individual tones.
Can I name each BlueTipz transmitter?
Yes. Saving transmitters under My Devices allows you to give each transmitter a unique name, such as North Hole, Walleye Tip-Up, or Tip-Up 3.
Can I use BlueTipz on a standard tip-up?
Yes. Standard tip-up operation is the default transmitter configuration.
Does BlueTipz work with tip-downs?
Yes. Compatible tip-down setups can use BlueTipz with appropriate programming and physical mounting.
Does BlueTipz work with rattle reels?
Yes. BlueTipz can be configured for compatible rattle-reel setups, although a separate mounting adapter may be required.
How does the Bluetooth fishing alarm know when a fish hits?
The BlueTipz transmitter contains a programmable accelerometer. When the attached fishing device moves into its programmed trigger-angle zone, the transmitter activates and sends the strike signal.
Can I change the trigger angle?
Yes. Trigger Angle Zone can be programmed through the BlueTipz mobile app to better match different fishing devices.
Do I need to program BlueTipz for a normal tip-up?
Usually not. The transmitter is configured for standard tip-up operation by default.
How does BlueTipz compare with a Linealarm ice fishing line alarm?
A product described as a Linealarm ice fishing line alarm typically detects movement or tension in the fishing line itself. BlueTipz uses a different approach: its accelerometer detects movement or angle changes in the compatible tip-up or fishing device and then sends a Bluetooth alert.
What is the BlueTipz Fish Log?
The Fish Log keeps a history of BlueTipz notifications sent to your phone, including transmitter name, date, and time.
Is BlueTipz waterproof?
The enclosure is described as weather-proof. Do not intentionally submerge the transmitter.
Can BlueTipz be used overnight?
BlueTipz can be used for overnight fishing where legal and appropriate. Always follow local fishing regulations and line-attendance requirements.
Will BlueTipz tell me which tip-up went off?
Yes. If you save and name each transmitter in the BlueTipz app, the device name can be associated with the notification.
Can BlueTipz replace watching my fishing equipment?
No. BlueTipz is an electronic alert aid. Anglers remain responsible for monitoring their fishing equipment and complying with local fishing regulations, line-attendance rules, and allowable distances.
Where can I get help setting up BlueTipz?
Contact Weeders Digest Product Support at 877-224-4899 for help with BlueTipz setup, range, app settings, or compatible fishing applications.
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