electriQ Smart Wifi Plug With Power Meter

SMART WIFI PLUG WITH POWER METER

SETUP AND USER MANUAL
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Please read this user manual before using this item and keep it safe for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•  Read all instructions. All user guidelines must be read before the device is used.
• Retain the instructions for further use.
• For indoor use only. Do not position the unit where it would be subjected to extreme moisture, temperature, or dust.
•  Do not use it in bathrooms or other humid places.
• Do not overload mains wall outlets or extension cords
• Ensure there is no power to the socket before installation or removal.
• There are no user maintainable parts, do not attempt to disassemble or repair.
• Do not place the device near a heat source or expose it to direct sunlight

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing an electric Wifi-controlled device.

INSTALLING THE APP

The app can be downloaded to your phone either by using the QR codes below or by searching for “Tuya Smart App” in your chosen app store

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tuya.smart&hl=en

IOS: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/tuyasmart-smart-life-smart- living/id1034649547?mt=8

Once installed the app needs to be registered, following the next steps:

1. Click on the register button at the bottom of the screen
2. Enter either your mobile phone number or email address and press next.
3. For phone registration: you will receive a verification code by SMS, enter it in the top box, and create a password in the lower box before pressing confirm. For email registration: Create a password and press confirm.

You are now ready to add your device to your app.

ADDING A DEVICE TO THE APP

The wifi plug has two different setup modes, Quick Connection and AP (Access Point). The quick connection is a quick and simple way to set the unit up. The AP connection uses a direct local wi-fi connection between your phone and the device to upload the network details.
Before starting the setup, please ensure that your  device is in the correct standby mode for the connection type you are  attempting, the flashing of the lights on your device will indicate this

Quick
Connection| Flashes once per second
AP (Access
Point)| Flashes once per two seconds

FACTORY RESET / CHANGING CONNECTION MODE

The unit can be reset by changing between the modes, to change the mode, hold the power button for 5 seconds, until the frequency of the flashes changes.

CONNECTING USING QUICK CONNECTION

Before initiating the connection, make sure that your phone is connected to the wifi network and that the unit is in standby mode, with the light flashing once per second. If not follow the guide in the factory reset section.

1. Open app and click “+” to add device
2. Select the type of device as Electrical Outlet
3. Ensure the light is flashing quickly, and press on the orange button to confirm.
4. Enter your wifi password and press confirm. This will then transfer the settings to the smart device. If this fails, please etry, failing that review troubleshooting for further help.

CONNECTING USING AP MODE

(ALTERNATIVE METHOD)

Before initiating the connection, make sure your phone is connected to the wifi network and that the wifi indicator light is flashing once every 2 seconds. If not follow the guide in the factory reset section to change the connection mode,  then follow steps 1 and 2 in the quick connection guide before following the steps below.

1.  Select AP mode in the top right-hand corner of the screen
2. Ensure the light is flashing slowly, and press the orange button to confirm.
3. Enter your wifi password and press confirm
4. Go to network settings in your phone and connect to the “SmartLife xxx” connection. There is no password to enter.
5.  Your phone will then upload the network settings to the device, which can take up to 60 seconds.

CONTROLLING YOUR DEVICE THROUGH THE APP

Now that your device is linked up to your network, you can now control it from your phone.
From the main control, screen you can turn your device on and off by pressing on the power icon to the right-hand side of the device.

You can also press on the description to view further settings for the device. The buttons at the bottom allow access to further settings including turning the unit on and off, setting the unit to turn on or off on a schedule, setting a countdown timer, or viewing the energy usage statistics

ENERGY USAGE

Within the Statistics screen, the app will provide information about the current energy usage through the socket, as well as allowing viewing energy usage history.

TIMER
Within the timer, you are able to set a countdown timer for the socket to turn on or off.

SCHEDULE

The schedule allows you to set the unit to automatically turn on or off. Multiple schedules can be set up to customize operations.

CHANGING THE NAME OF YOUR DEVICE

When in any of the three device screens further settings for the device can be accessed, by pressing on the three dots in the top right-hand corner. The top option  within this allows you to change the name of the device to something relevant to the use of the product, such as “Socket in Bedroom”

LINKING YOUR DEVICE TO GOOGLE HOME OR AMAZON ECHO

Please follow the instructions above to access the further settings for your device. There are 2 entries “Use Echo” and “Use google Home” which will guide you through the setup process for linking up the device.  Please follow the instructions above to access the further settings for your device. There are 2 entries “Use Echo” and “Use Google Home” which will guide you through the setup process for linking up the device.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1. Check whether the device is powered on and is in the correct standby mode, if not please refer to the factory reset section
2.  Ensure the wifi password has been entered into the app correctly ( Case sensitive)
3.  Check that the phone is connected to the wifi you are connecting the device to.
4.  Ensure the network you are connecting it to is Ghz (5Ghz wifi networks are not supported), and that there is a strong wifi signal to the item.
5.  Check the settings on the router. Encryption should be WPA2-PSK and the authorization type should be set to AES
6.  If you are unable to connect through the quick connection method, please try following the guide for connecting using the AP Mode

SPECIFICATION

ELECTRIC UK SUPPORT

www.electriQ.co.uk/support
Service Line: 0330 390 3061

Office hours: 9 AM – 5 PM Monday to Friday
www.electriQ.co.uk
Unit J6, Lowfields Business Park
Lowfields Way, Elland
West Yorkshire, HX5 9DA

Disposal: Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste must be handled separately as special treatment is necessary.
Recycling facilities are now available for all customers at which you can deposit your old electrical products. Customers will be able o take any old electrical equipment to participate in civic amenity sites run by their local councils. ease remember that this equipment will be further handled during the recycling process, so please be considerate when depositing your equipment. Please contact the local council for details of your local household waste recycling centers.

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