PETLIBRO PLAF203 Automatic Cat Feeder with Camera for Two Cats User Manual

PLAF203 Automatic Cat Feeder with Camera for Two Cats
User Manual

PLAF203 Automatic Cat Feeder with Camera for Two Cats

Granary Automatic Pet Feeder –
Camera Monitoring 5L Double Food Tray
Model: PLAF203

Read this manual before using the product, and keep it for future reference.
This product is intended for household use only.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

! WARNING

• Dispose of all packaging materials properly. Some items may be packed in plastic bags; these bags could cause suffocation; keep away from children and pets.

• Do NOT allow small children to play with, in or around the pet feeder.

• To reduce the risk of injury, please keep close supervision when the appliance is used near children.

• Do NOT use the feeder with pets not able to reach the food tray or with any physical disability.

• Do NOT immerse the base part in water at any time as it may damage electronic components like the control panel.

• Do NOT place any foreign object in the pet feeder.

• Do NOT use outdoors.

• Check operation frequently to be sure the unit is dispensing properly.

• Do NOT use wet, canned or moist food.

• Do NOT disassemble the unit other than as instructed in this User Guide.

• Do NOT use the feeder for anything other than its intended use.

• Only use attachments recommended or sold by the manufacturer.

• The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition. Do not modify the pet feeder.

• Do not operate any appliance if the unit is malfunctioning or has been damaged. Do not attempt  repairs on the pet feeder yourself. Contact our customer service immediately for further instructions.
  Always unplug when not in use and before cleaning.

• Never pull on the electrical power cord to remove the plug from the wall outlet.

• If the plug of this device gets wet, turn off the electricity to that wall outlet. Do not attempt to unplug.

• Examine the feeder after installation. Do not plug in if there is water on the power cord or plug.

• To avoid tripping, always position power cord out of the way of foot traffic.

CAUTION

• Do NOT install or store the pet feeder where it will be exposed to weather or temperatures below 4°C / 39.2°F.
• Use alkaline D batteries to power. Do NOT use rechargeable batteries.
• Check the batteries regularly. Before leaving for extended time, always replace batteries with new ones.
• Do NOT lift the pet feeder by lid, food tank, or food tray. Lift and carry it using both hands and the base, while keeping the unit in an upright position.
• Suitable for dry food ONLY, with kibble size ranging from 2-15mm / 0.07-0.6 inch in diameter. Larger kibble may get stuck at the food outlet.
• Do not put your fingers into the food outlet or let your fingers touch the rotor.
• Read and observe all important notices listed on the pet feeder and in the packaging.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no  guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF Exposure guidelines, This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20cm from your body.

WARRANTY

• 1-year warranty
• Lifetime support

For guidance on product use and warranty extension, please contact our brand after-sales staff via email: support@petlibro.com.
If any questions related to orders, please contact the seller through the shopping platform.

IN THE BOX

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1. Lid
2. Seal Strip
3. Food Tank
4. Transparent Window
5. Tank Base
6. Anti-Clog Detector
7. Camera
8. Infrared Light
9. Control Panel
10. Display Panel
11. Food Outlet
12. Feeder Base
13. Meal Splitter
14. Stainless Steel Bowls

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15. Desiccant Box
16. Power Jack
17. Power Adaptor| 18. Battery Compartment
19. TF card slot
20. Compartment Lid
21. Speaker
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BUTTONS AND INDICATORS OVERVIEW

Buttons Overview

Unlocked Button
To unlock the control panel, press and hold the button for 5 seconds, the device emits a Di, Didi sound.
Record Button
In the unlocked state, press and hold the button, start recording after a beep is heard.
Record your message (Max:10 seconds). Release the button if you finish recording, two beeps will be heard indicating it’s saved.

Manual Feeding Button
In the unlocked state, press once to dispense 1 portion of food.

Reset Button
In the unlocked state, keep holding the reset button until the feeder emits beeps: Di, Didi, the WiFi indicator keeps flashing, it indicates the device is ready for re-connection.

Indicators Overview

Food level indicator
Light up red if the food level is low.
Off if the tank has enough food.
Lock indicator
On if the control panel is locked.
Off if the control panel is unlocked.
Note: The control buttons will be locked automatically after 30 seconds of standby.
Camera indicator
Light up when the Camera page in the App is in use.
Exit the camera page, the camera indicator goes out.

WiFi Indicator

Work Status Indicator

SET UP THE FEEDER

Assembly and Prepare for Setting

1. Insert the TF (Micro SD) card (Card NOT included)
   To enable the video recording function, insert a TF card first, then enable the Local Recording option in the APP: tap icon in the upper right corner→Storage Settings→Local Recording.

1. Open the battery compartment, the TF card slot is in the middle of the battery compartment.2) Insert the TF card in the direction shown. Slide it in until it clicks into place.
   Do not force or apply excess force when inserting the TF card. Note: Insert the TF card correctly. Not doing so can cause a malfunction.
   Notes:
   • To remove the TF (Micro SD) Card, push in the TF card lightly.
   • For privacy, the video files in the TF card can only be checked through the Replay section in the APP, and can not be read by PC/phone.

2. Connect Power
   1. Plug the 5V power adapter into a power socket and the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the feeder.
   2. The LED display will light up automatically to indicate the feeder is on.
   3. Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the feeder.
   Install three alkaline D batteries (not included) in case of a power outage. Make sure the batteries match the positive and negative poles with the markings in the compartment.
   Notes：
   •  Batteries are not included.
   •  To avoid sudden power outage and the feeding of your pet is  affected, do not use the batteries as the only source to power the feeder, the batteries can only be used as an emergency plan.
   •  To avoid battery leakage, remove the batteries if the device won’t be in use for a period of time.

3. Twist anticlockwise to open the lid.

4. Place the desiccant bag into the inner box under the lid.
   Notes:
   • It is recommended to change the desiccant bag every 15 days to prevent mold growth.
   • Remove the desiccant bag before cleaning the lid.

5. Add dry pet food to the food tank.
   Notes：
   • To prevent uneven food dispensing, please add enough pet food to the visible level.
   • Recommended kibble size: 2-15mm/0.07-0.6 inch in diameter.
   • Do not use canned, wet, or moist food.

6. Put the lid back on.
   To snap into place, turn the lid clockwise from the right rotating sign to the left rotating sign.

7. Take out and install the double food tray.
   Attach the double food tray to the notch underneath the feeder base.

8. Install the meal splitter by aligning it with the round hole. 1) To get equal amount of food, move the splitter to the right until it can’t move. 2) To get uneven amount of food, move the splitter to the left, more food will be dispensed to the right bowl.

Note: To remove the bowl holder from the feeder base, move the meal splitter away from the food outlet.

If there is grain in the food bowl, handle it gently to avoid spilling. Hold the base instead of any other parts when lifting the feeder.

CONTROLLING VIA APP

*Note: The feeder supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi .
System Requirements
iPhone on iOS 10.0 or later; smartphone on Android 5.0 or later
Install the APP & Log in

1. Search “PETLIBRO LITE” in App Store or Google Play to download the App.
2. Sign up and log into your account.

Add the Device
A. Add the Feeder Via Bluetooth Mode

1. Open the App, select Home page, tap “Add Device” or “+” in the upper right corner.

2. Choose PLAF203 Camera Feeder.

3. Tap the icon in the top right corner and choose Bluetooth mode.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen, and confirm the WiFi indicator on the feeder is fishing.
   (Note: If the WiFi indicator on the feeder is not flashing, hold the unlocked button for 5s to unlock, the lock indicator goes out. Keep holding the reset button until the WiFi indicator keeps flashing.)

5. Add the device PLAF203 by entering WiFi account and password.

6. Feeder connected, start to set the feeding time and portions, record meal call, and set the times the meal call play.

B. Add the Feeder via QR Code

1. Turn off the Bluetooth on your phone.

2. Open the App, tap “Add Device” or “+” in the upper right corner, choose PLAF203 Camera Feeder.

3. Tap the icon at the top right corner and choose QR Code.

4. Plug in the device, then hold the unlocked button for 5s to unlock, the lock indicator goes out. Keep holding the reset button until the WiFi indicator keeps flashing.
   (Note: If the WiFi indicator on the feeder is not flashing, hold the unlocked button for 5s to unlock, the lock indicator goes out. Keep holding the reset button until the WiFi indicator keeps flashing.)

5. Enter your WiFi account and password.

6. Use the camera of the feeder to scan the QR code on your phone. The distance between the feeder’s camera and your phone is within 15-20cm/6-8 inches.

7. Wait for connection.

8. Feeder connected, start to set the meal time and portion size, record meal call, and set the times the meal call play.

C. Add the Feeder in AP Mode

1. Turn off the Bluetooth on your phone.

2. Open the App, tap “Add Device” or “+” in the upper right corner, choose PLAF203 Camera Feeder.

3. Tap the icon at the top right corner and choose AP mode.

4. Plug in the device, then hold the unlocked button for 5s to unlock, the lock indicator goes out. Keep holding the reset button until the WiFi indicator keeps flashing.
   (Note: If the WiFi indicator on the feeder is not flashing, hold the unlocked button for 5s to unlock, the lock indicator goes out. Keep holding the reset button until the WiFi indicator keeps flashing.)

5. Enter your WiFi account and password, and go to the WiFi connection interface on your phone, find the device “SL-PETLIBRO-xxxx” and tap to connect.

6. Back to the App and wait for connection.

7. Feeder connected, start to set the meal time and portion size, record meal call, and set the times the meal call play.

About the Camera

One-Way Communication (the default talk mode): Hold the talk button to speak, release the button to send the message. Two-Way Talk: Tap the button to speak, the pet or people on the other side can hear you and talk with you. Tap  again to end the talk. It ensures seamless communication between the two sides.
Note: To enable the Two-Way Talk function, tap icon in the upper right corner→Basic Function Setting→Talk Mode→ Two-Way Talk.

Motion Detection Alarm
When motion is detected, your phone will receive a notification.
To enable motion detection, tap icon in the upper right corner→Detection Alarm Settings→Motion Detection Alarm. To record a video clip when motion is detected, please insert a TF card first, then enable the Event Recording option in  the APP: Tap icon in the upper right corner→Storage Settings→Local Recording→Recording Mode→Event Recording. The default run time is 24H. You can tap Schedule to set the date and start time for motion detection.

Sound Detection Alarm
When sound is detected, your phone will receive a notification.
To enable sound detection, tap icon in the upper right corner →Detection Alarm Settings→Sound Detection Alarm.
The default run time is 24H. You can tap Schedule to set the date and start time for sound detection.

Local Recording
To enable the video recording function, insert a TF card first, then tap icon in the upper right corner→Storage Settings→Local Recording.
The default run time is 24H. You can tap Schedule to set the date and start time for local recording.
IR Night Vision
Night Vision is set to Auto by default, the infrared light will automatically turn on when it is dark, and the real-time video stream will appear in black and white. Night vision turns off when there’ s enough ambient light. You can manually  elect the night vision to Auto/Always On/Always Off.
Tap icon in the upper right corner→IR Night Vision.
Manually Feeding the Pet
On Manual page, choose the portion you want to feed first, then tap the Feed icon. The feeder will feed immediately.

Set Meal Plan
On Schedule page, tap the Add icon, choose feeding time, feeding days, and feeding portions.

View the Logs
On Log page, you can view the feeding records and abnormal notifications.

Record a Meal Call & Set Playback Times
Tap icon in the upper right corner → Recording, then tap the
Add icon, follow the instructions on the screen to record a meal call, set the times the meal call play.

Note: The device can only keep the latest recording. When a new recording is done, the old recording will be automatically deleted.

Share the Device
Tap icon in the top right corner → Share Device → Add Sharing.
If you want to add the feeder to another person’s mobile phone, download the App and register a new account on his/her phone first, then you can share the device with the new account. Make sure the two accounts are registered in the same country.
Remove Device
Tap icon in the top right corner → Remove Device → Disconnect.
Check FAQs and Send Feedback
Tap icon in the top right corner → FAQ& Feedback.
Check the frequently asked questions related to the device, and you can also submit questions and feedback to us.

CLEAN AND CARE

It’s recommended to clean the feeder regularly for the health of pets.
The washable parts are as follows: lid, food tank, tank base, stainless steel bowl, and bowl holder.
Clean other parts with a dry cloth.
Clean the tank lid, food tank, tank base
Before removing the food tank, be sure the food tank is empty in case of food spilling all over.

1. Disconnect power before cleaning.
2. Twist anticlockwise to remove the lid and take out the desiccant bag from the inner box under the lid.
3. Pull up along the notches to remove the tank.
4. Twist anticlockwise to remove the tank base.
5. Thoroughly rinse and air dry the lid, tank and tank base .
6. Refit them to the machine. Turn the tank base clockwise until it snaps into place
7. Then install the tank and lid.

Clean the Bowls and Holder

1. Remove the bowl holder from the feeder base.
2. Rinse the stainless steel bowls and holder, and air dry them thoroughly before refitting them to the machine.

SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

The answers to these questions should help you solve most problems you may have with the pet feeder. If they do not, please contact our Customer Care Center via support@petlibro.com.

for 5s to unlock the buttons.
The food won’t come out.| 1) Please make sure the food in the tank is dry, and food size is within 2-15 mm / 0.07-0.6 inch in diameter.
2) Remove the food tank and tank base, check if the chute inside is blocked.
3) Check if the anti-clog detector at the food outlet is dirty or blocked.
4) Check whether the battery level is low, whether the power adapter is connected, whether power outage occurs  when the power adapter is connected and batteries are not installed.
The indicators are off.| 1) Check whether the electricity is cut off.
2) Check whether the indicator function is off on the App.
I can’t remove the food tank.| Please pull upwards along the notches on either side to remove the food tank.
The portion  amount is
not the same.| The first few portions may vary, but it doesn’t mean the appliance is faulty.
After about 6 feedings, it should be almost even.
The feeder’s camera can’t read the  QR code on your phone.| 1. Make sure the feeder is ready for network connection, that is, the WiFi indicator on the feeder is flashing.
2. Hold your phone about 6-8 inches away from the feeder’s camera. Remove the food bowl and tilt the feeder as needed.
Live video not showing.| 1. Switch to stronger WiFi signal.
2. If the network is poor, change the video quality from HD (high definition) to SD (standard definition).
Where are the photos
and videos stored?| 1. The screenshots and video clips are stored in the Album section of the APP.
2. The video playbacks are stored in the Replay section of the APP.
The color live video stream turns  black and white.| Night Vision is set to Auto by default, the infrared light will automatically turn on when it is dark, and the real- time video stream will appear in black and white. Night vision turns off when there’s enough ambient light.
You can manually select the night vision to Auto/Always On/Always Off.
Tap icon in the upper right corner→IR Night Vision
What is the motion
detection function?| When motion is detected, your phone will receive a notification.
1. To enable motion detection, tap icon in the upper right corner→ Detection Alarm Settings→Motion
Detection Alarm
2. The camera can automatically record a video clip when motion is detected. Tap icon in the upper right  corner→Storage Settings→Recording Mode→Event Recording.
3. To ensure your phone can receive notifications, enable the PETLIBRO LITE App notification on your phone first.
What is the sound detection function?| When sound is detected, your phone will receive a notification.
Notes:
1. To enable sound detection, tap icon in the upper right corner→ Detection Alarm Settings→Sound Detection  Alarm.
2. To ensure your phone can receive notifications, enable the PETLIBRO LITE App notification on your phone  first.

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PETLIBRO Granary Automatic Pet Feeder –
Camera Monitoring 5L Double Food Tray
Model: PLAF203
©Libro Corp. All Rights Reserved.
Manufacturer: Shenzhen Libro Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: Building 3, Cloud Park, Shenzhen, China, 518129
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
FCC ID:2A3DE-PLAF203
Made in China
PLAF203_V1.0This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

References

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