YNF Smart Plug Works with Alexa User Guide
- June 15, 2024
- YNF
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YNF Smart Plug Works with Alexa
Product Information
Specifications:
- Product Name: YNF Smart Home
- Plug Type: Wall plug
- Compatibility: Works with Alexa Echo
- Functions: Control lights, fans, and appliances with voice or through the Alexa app; Remote control, group control, schedule, timer, rename, and other functions available
Product Usage Instructions
Step 1: Plug in the device
Plug the YNF Smart Home device into a wall outlet. Once plugged in, the LED on
the plug will flash, indicating that the plug has entered pairing mode.
Step 2: Discover the device with Alexa Echo
Open the Alexa app or use your Alexa Echo device and say “Alexa, discover the
device.” This command will prompt Alexa to search for the Smart Plug.
Step 3: Wait for discovery and confirmation
Wait for approximately a minute for Alexa Echo to discover the Smart Plug.
Once discovered, Echo will provide a voice notification saying “Found the
Plug.” If the Smart Plug is not discovered, you may need to reset the plug and
start from Step 1 again.
Resetting the Smart Plug:
If the Smart Plug is not entering pairing mode or being discovered by Alexa
Echo, follow these steps to reset the plug:
- Press and hold the button on the side of the plug for 5 seconds.
- Release the button once you see the blue LED flash.
Step 4: Control your devices
Once the YNF Smart Home Smart Plug is successfully discovered and connected to
Alexa Echo, you can start controlling your lights, fans, and appliances using
your voice or through the Alexa app. The following functions are available:
- Remote Control: Control your devices from anywhere using the Alexa app.
- Group Control: Create groups of devices to control them simultaneously.
- Schedule: Set schedules to automatically turn on or off your devices at specific times.
- Timer: Set timers for devices to turn on or off after a specific duration.
- Rename: Customize the names of your devices for easier control.
- Other functions: Explore additional functions available in the Alexa app for your Smart Plug.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Echo Can’t Discover Your Smart Plug
If Echo is unable to discover your Smart Plug, follow these steps:
- Set up the smart plug again by following the instructions provided above.
Q: My plug is not responding to vocal commands or showing as ‘unresponsive’
in the Alexa app. What can I do?
If your Smart Plug is not responding to vocal commands or appears as
‘unresponsive’ in the Alexa app, try the following:
- Set up the smart plug again by following the instructions provided above.
Quick Start Guide
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Step 1:
Plug the device into the wall. The LED on the plug will flash, and the plug will enter pairing mode. (If not, press and hold the button on the side of the plug for 5 seconds to restore pairing mode.) -
Step 2:
Say to Alexa Echo: “Alexa, discover the device.” -
Step 3:
In over a minute, Alexa Echo will discover the Smart Plug. Echo will give you a voice notification, saying: “Found the Plug”. If not, reset your plug go back to step 1, and try again.- Reset Method: Press and hold the button on the plug for 5 seconds. release the button once you see the blue LED flash.
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Step 4:
You can control lights, fans, and appliances with your voice and in the Alexa app — remote control, group control, schedule, timer, rename, and other functions.
Echo Can’t Discover Your Smart Plug
To resolve most discovery issues with your Smart Plug, try these steps
- Check that your Alexa Echo has the latest software version.
- Make sure that your Echo is connected to the Wi-Fi network.
- Check that your paired plug is within 30 ft (9 m) of your Alexa Echo.
- Reset your Smart Plug: press and hold the button on the side of the plug for 5 seconds. Then set up the smart plug again.
My plug is not responding to vocal commands or showing as ‘unresponsive’ in the Alexa app. What can I do?
- First, refresh the page in the app that shows the plug.
- If this doesn’t work, repower the smart plug, wait a few seconds, then do voice control again.
- Reset your Smart Plug: press and hold the button on the side of the plug for 5 seconds. Then set up the smart plug again.