YNF Smart Plug APP User Guide
- June 14, 2024
- YNF
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YNF Smart Plug APP
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Name: YNF Smart Plug
- Compatibility: Requires Alexa Echo for operation
- Supported Alexa Devices: Echo 2nd-4th Gen, Echo Dot 2nd-5th Gen, Echo Plus 1st-2nd Gen, Echo Show, Echo Studio
- Control App: Amazon Alexa App
- Wireless Network: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Mesh
- Signal Range: Up to 100 feet in an open environment
Product Usage Instructions
Pairing the Plugs
To pair the smart plugs, follow these steps:
- Ensure your Alexa Echo device is turned on and connected to the internet.
- Use voice commands with your Alexa Echo device to pair the plugs. No app is required for this process. Refer to the video for more details:
Pairing Plugs with Alexa Echo.
Controlling the Plugs
To control the smart plugs, use the Amazon Alexa App. The app allows you to:
- Remotely control the plugs
- Create groups for simultaneous control
- Schedule on/off timings
- Change plug names
Setting Timers
You can set timers for the smart plugs using either voice commands or the Alexa app.
Voice Command Settings:
- Use your Alexa Echo device to set timers with voice commands.
For example, say “Alexa, turn on the first plug at 4:15 pm.” Refer to the video for more details:
Setting Timers with Voice Commands.
App Settings:
- Open the Alexa app and navigate to the smart plug settings.
- Select the desired plug and set the timer according to your preferences. Refer to the video for more details:
Setting Timers with the Alexa App.
Troubleshooting
If the smart plug doesn’t work, follow these steps:
- Ensure your Alexa Echo device is online and functioning properly.
- Check if the smart plug is turned on/off correctly using the physical key.
- If the above steps fail, repower the plug within 10 feet of the Alexa Echo device and check if it works again.
- If the issue persists, reset the plug by pressing the button for 5 seconds until the LED flashes. Then perform voice pairing again.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can the smart plug work without Alexa Echo?
A: No, Alexa Echo is required for this smart plug to work.
Q: What app can be used to control the smart plugs?
A: The Amazon Alexa App can be used to control the smart plugs.
It offers remote control, group control, scheduling, timing, and name change
functions.
Q: Can the smart plug work under a 5G WiFi network?
A: The smart plug works under a 5G network via Alexa Echo.
Q: What is the signal range of the smart plug?
A: The signal can reach up to 100 feet in an open environment.
However, obstacles like walls or doors may reduce the distance. The signal
range can be expanded through BLE mesh.
Q: How do I reset the smart plug?
A: To reset the smart plug, press the button for 5 seconds until the LED
light flashes blue to enter pairing mode.
Q: How many plugs can one Alexa Echo support?
A: One Alexa Echo device can support up to 10 plugs.
Q: Does the smart plug support Homekit, Google Home, Smartlife, or
Smarthings?
A: No, the smart plug only works with Alexa and does not support Homekit,
Google Home, Smartlife, or Smarthings.
Q: Can the smart plug work with only the Alexa App and without an Alexa
Echo device?
A: No, an Alexa Echo device is required as a hub for the smart plug to
work.
Q: Is this a WiFi smart plug?
A: No, it is a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Mesh smart plug.
Question 1: Can it work without Alexa Echo?
Answer: No, Alexa Echo is required for this smart plug to work, including Echo 2nd-4th Gen, Echo Dot 2nd-5th Gen, Echo Plus 1st-2nd Gen, Echo Show, Echo Studio.
Question 2: How to pair plugs?
Answer: Alexa Echo voice pairing, no app required.
Question 3: What app can be used to control smart plugs?
Question 4: How to set timer?
Question 5: What can I do if the smart plug doesn’t work?
Answer: Please try the following steps. Make sure Alexa Echo is online, and make sure the smart plug is turned on/off correctly via the key. Repower the plug within 10 feet of the Alexa Echo, and check if the smart plug works well again. If step 2 fails, reset the plug (press the key for 5 seconds until the LED flashes) and do voice pairing again.
Question 6: How does it work under 5G wifi network?
Answer: The smart plug works under 5G network via Alexa Echo.
Question 7: What is its signal range?
Answer: The signal can reach 100 feet in an open environment. Obstacles such as walls or doors will reduce the distance, but the signal range can be expanded through BLE mesh.
Question 8: How to reset it?
Answer: Press the button for 5 seconds until the LED light flashes blue to enter pairing mode.
Question 9: How many plugs can one Alexa Echo support?
Answer: Within 10.
Question 10: Can smart plugs support Homekit, Google home, Smartlife, Smarthings ?
Answer: Not supported, works with Alexa only
Question 11: Can it work if only Alexa App but without Alexa Echo device?
Answer: No, required Alexa Echo as a hub.
Question 12: Is this a WiFi smart plug?
Answer: No, It is a bluetooth low energy mesh smart plug(BLE Mesh Smart Plug).