YOLINK YS8015-UC X3 Outdoor Temperature And Humidity Sensor User Guide

: June 13, 2024
: YOLINK

Table of Contents

Welcome
Before You Begin
In the Box
Required Items
Get to Know X3 Outdoor Temperature & Humidity Sensor
Install the App
Power Up
Add Your Sensor to the App
Installation Considerations
Contact Us
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

YOLINK YS8015-UC X3 Outdoor Temperature And Humidity Sensor User Guide

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing YoLink products! We appreciate you trusting YoLink for your smart home & automation needs. Your 100% satisfaction is our goal. If you experience any problems with your installation, with our products or if you have any questions that this manual does not answer, please contact us right away. See the Contact Us section for more info.

Thank you!
Eric Vanzo
Customer Experience Manager

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Before You Begin

Please note: this is a quick start guide, intended to get you started on the installation of your X3 Outdoor Temperature & Humidity Sensor. Download the full Installation & User Guide by scanning this QR code:

https://www.yosmart.com/support/YS8105-UC/docs/instruction

Installation & User Guide

You can also find all guides andadditional resources, such as videos and troubleshooting instructions, on the X3Outdoor Temperature & Humidity SensorProduct Support page by scanning the QR code below or by visiting:

https://www.yosmart.com/support/ YS8015-UC

Product Support

Your X3 Outdoor Temperature & Humidity Sensor connects to the internet via a YoLink hub (SpeakerHub or the original YoLink Hub), and it does not connect directly to your WiFi or local network. In order for remote access to the device from the app, and for full functionality, a hub is required. This guide assumes the YoLink app has been installed on your smartphone, and a YoLink hub is installed and online (or your location, apartment, condo, etcetera, is already served by a YoLink wireless network)

In the Box

X3 Outdoor Temperature & Humidity Sensor
2 x AA Lithium Batteries (Pre-installed)
Metal Plate
Quick Start Guide

Required Items

You may require these items:

Medium Phillip Screwdriver
Hammer
Nail or Self Tapping Screws
Double-sided Mounting Tape

Get to Know X3 Outdoor Temperature & Humidity Sensor

Parts Name

LED Behaviors

Blinking Red Once, then Green Once
Device Start-Up
Blinking Red And Green Alternately
Restoring to Factory Defaults
Blinking Green
Connecting to Cloud or Functioning Normally
Slow Blinking Green
Updating
Blinking Red Once
Device Alerts
Fast Blinking Red Every 30 Seconds
Low Battery; Replace Batteries Soon

Install the App

If you are new to YoLink, please install the app on your phone or tablet, if you have not already. Otherwise, please proceed to the next section.

Scan the appropriate QR code below or find the “YoLink app” on the appropriate app store.

Apple phone/tablet iOS 9.0 or higher

Open the app and tap Sign up for an account. You will be required to provide a username and a password. Follow the instructions, to set up a new account. Allow notifications, when prompted.

You will immediately receive a welcome email from no-reply@yosmart.com withsome helpful information. Please mark the yosmart.com domain as safe, to ensure you receive important messages in the future.

Log in to the app using your new username and password.

The app opens to the Favorite screen. This is where your favorite devices and scenes will be shown. You can organize your devices by room, in the Rooms screen, later.

Refer to the full user guide and online support for instructions on the use of the YoLink app.

Power Up

Add Your Sensor to the App

Tap Add Device (if shown) or tap the scanner icon:
Approve access to your phone’s camera, if requested. A viewfinder will be shown on the app.
Hold the phone over the QR code so that the code appears in the viewfinder.If successful, the Add Device screen will be displayed.
Follow the instructions to add your X3 Outdoor Temperature & Humidity Sensor to the app

Installation Considerations

Location & Mounting Considerations

The X3 Outdoor Temperature & HumiditySensor is designed to be easy to install, and portable, but before installing the sensor, the following items should be considered

While the X3 Outdoor Temperature &
Humidity Sensor is designed for outdoor use, do not use the sensor outside of the environmental temperature range, per the product specifications (refer to the product’s support page).
The sensor body is designed for outdoor use, but do not allow it to be submerged.
Do not use the sensor near sources of extreme hot or cold, as this can affect accurate ambient temperature readings, and in some cases may damage the sensor.
As with most electronic devices, even if intended for outdoor use, the useful life of the device can be extended if it is protected from the elements. Direct intense sunlight,rain and snow over an extended period can discolor or damage the device. Consider placing the sensor where it has overhead cover and/or protection from the elements.
Place the sensor where it will be out of reach of children.

The X3 Outdoor Temperature & Humidity Sensor can be installed or mounted in at least one of four ways:

Lay the sensor flat on any stable surface, or placed within an enclosure
Hang the sensor from a nail, screw, or zook, using one or all of the three mounting holes on the rear of the sensor (mounting hardware not included).
Secure the sensor to a wall or vertical surface using the magnet feature with the included metal plate, or by placing it on a suitable surface (that responds to a magnet) without the included plate
Secure the sensor to a wall or vertical surface using alternative fasteners or adhesive methods, such as double-sided mounting tape or Velcro (not included).

Wall-mounting method

The sensor has a standard “keyhole” notch on the rear, at the top. This allows for hanging the sensor from a nail or screw. Additionally, there are two more mounting holes at the bottom of the sensor. The use of the second and third holes will result in a much more secure mounting method. These holes are hidden behind the removeable access cover. This cover affords protection against tampering and device removal and their use is highly recommended. Refer to the figure below for instructions on how to remove the cover from the bottom of the sensor.

Insert the tip of a slotted screwdriver and then gently twist it to pry off the battery access cover
If desired, mark or otherwise identify the exact position of your sensor on the wall, including one or all of the mounting points (keyhole at top, two screw holes at bottom). Use a level tool to ensure your sensor will be level, if desired Hang the sensor from a nail, screw, or hook, using one or all of the three mounting holes on the rear of the sensor (mounting hardware not included
Your mounting hardware (nails,screws, hooks, etc.) will vary. If using wall anchors, install the anchor(s) at this time, per the wall anchor manufacturer’s instructions and/or per appropriate method for your application. Insert the topmost nail, screw, or hook, in the wall, leaving a gap between the nail/screw head and the surface, as shown.
Hang the sensor from this topmost screw/nail/hook. If you will not utilize the second and third mounting points, ensure the sensor is secure, and proceed to Prepare to use your sensor.
If not already performed in a previous step, verify the sensor is level prior to pre-drilling or inserting holes for the lower mounting points. Insert one or both screws through the lower mounting holes, tightening them and securing the sensor to the wall.
Replace the access cover by pushing it back into place, after aligning the tab on each end with the matching slot in the sensor. Proceed to Prepare to use your sensor

Magnet-mounting method

The sensor has a built-in magnet in the back, to allow for mounting it directly to a suitable* metal surface, or the included metal mounting plate can be used for this purpose. After selecting the sensor location, remove the plastic backing from the metal plate, to expose the mounting tape’s adhesive side. Place the plate at the desired location, tape side down, and press firmly for at least five seconds. (The surface should first be clean and free of dirt, grease/grime, or any substance that will impact the tape’s adhesion to the surface. It is suggested to clean the surface accordingly, such as with rubbing alcohol, and dry it well, before this step)
Check that the sensor is secure, and does not move easily. If the sensor does not seem to be secure, please mount your sensor per the wall-mounting method steps.
- Suitable surfaces are metallic surfaces responsive to magnets, that allow for a good bond with the sensor’s built-in magnet. Uneven, irregular, textured, grooved, etcetera, surfaces may not besuitable. Surfaces subject to vibration and movement are not likely to be acceptable. Verify the surface is suitable and the sensor is secure, as physical damage to the sensor is not covered by the warranty

Other mounting methods
Follow the manufacturer instructions if mounting your sensor by alternative methods, such as with Velcro or double-sided mounting tape. If using an adhesive method, is it recommended to clean and dry the surface, first. Consider the possibilty of replacing or relocating the sensor later, when choosing alternative mounting methods.

Prepare to use your sensor

Allow your sensor around an hour to stabilize and display the correct readings on the LCD display and in the app. If you believe your sensor readings are inaccurate, first consult the calibration section of the full installation and user guide and/or app.

Refer to the full Installation & User Guidefor additional information and to complete the set-up and settings for your sensor.