picohome PiCO Home User Manual

PRODUCT MANUAL
PiCO Home

We Create a Healthier Life

Get to Know Your PiCO Home

PiCO Home is a smart air quality monitor that allows you to monitor your living environment anywhere and anytime. It measure PM 2.5, PM 10, temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide, and VOCs. It also offers weather information and useful recommendations depending on where you are. Additionally, it works with AI speakers like Alexa.
Keep your living environment healthier for your family with PiCO Home!

Main Features

1. PiCO Home monitors various living environments relating to air quality in real-time.
   • Fine particles (PM 2.5 / PM10)
   • Temperature
   • Relative humidity
   • Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
   • Equivalent Carbon Dioxide (eCO₂)

2. PiCO Home’s mobile app provides useful recommendations for a healthier living environment. It communicates via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (4.0).

3. For easy access and portability, the power can be supplied via a USB Cable, Smartphone (OTG), or an external battery.

4. Alexa can also tell you about the air quality based on data from PiCO Home.

Box Contents

PiCO Home

USB cables and adapter
• USB-C to C & Micro B & Lightning
• USB-C to A

lightning cable is designed for power supply of PiCO Home only
cables provided separately

User Guide

Product Description & Features

Technical Specifications

• Temperature / relative humidity : CMOSens® Tech
• VOCs and eCO₂: MEMS Metal-Oxide gas sensor
Power supply| 5V 2A DC in, < 200mA/h
Dimension and weight| 48.0 X 48.0 X 20.6 mm, 50g
Communication method| • Bluetooth 4.0 (Bluetooth Low Energy)
• Wi-Fi (2.4GHz only)
Measurement range| • PM 2.5/10 : 1 ~ 1,000μg/m³
• Temperature : – 40℃ ~ 100℃
• Humidity : 0 ~ 100%RH
• VOCs : 0 ~ 32,768 ppb
• eCO₂ : 400 ~ 29,206 ppm
Operating environment| • PM 2.5/10 : -10 ~ 60℃ / 0 ~ 99%RH
• VOCs & eCO₂ : -40 ~ 85℃ / 10 ~ 95%RH
Unit of measurement| • PM 2.5/10 : 1μg/m³
• Temperature: 0.015℃
• Humidity: 0.01%RH
Accuracy of measurement| • PM 2.5/10 : +10μg/m³ (0 ~100μg/m³ range, PM 2.5 standard)
• Temperature : + 0.2 ℃
• Humidity : + 3.5 %RH
• VOCs : +15% Typical
• eCO₂ : +15% Typical
LED| Full Color (24 bit)
Cables (provided separately)| • USB-C to A (for indoor use)
• USB-C to A & Micro B & Lightning (portable use)
• Dedicated OTG Functions
Color and material| Ghost White / ABS
Other| In order to generate accurate readings of VOCs, 20 minutes of conditioning period is required. Users can get the accurate readings of VOCs after running PiCO Home for 20 minutes.

Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to enjoy PiCO Home’s many features:

• Internet access via Wi-Fi (2.4GHz only)
• A smartphone with Bluetooth 4.0 or higher
• OS version of :
  • iOS : 10.0 or higher
  • Android : 4.4 or higher
• External power supply
  • DC adapter, external battery, or smartphone with OTG function.
  • Power can also be supplied through Type-C USB Cable or OTG Cables.

Precautions for Use and Storage

You may inflict injury upon yourself or cause damages to the product if you do not comply with the warnings below.
• Pressure/impact
Do not inflict pressure to the product or drop it. The pressure and impact may cause damage to the outer and inner parts of the product.
• Water
This product is not waterproof. The product may not function properly if you drop it in the water or leave it in the rain.
• Remodel/Disassemble/Fix
Do not remodel, disassemble, or fix this product on your own. Doing so will nullify the warranty and you may not be able to receive customer service.
• Storage
Do not leave this product in a damp place. Store it in a dry and cool place.

PiCO Home Overview

(Note) Fine particles levels

How to Use PiCO Home

1. Download and install the app
Search and download “PiCO Home” from the Google Play or Apple App store.

2. Turning on PiCO Home
You may power PiCO Home via the power plug, with smartphone, or external battery.

Press the button for at least 3 seconds to set up (dark blue color – to set up) after power is supplied to turn PiCO Home on.

For subsequent power up after setting up PiCO Home, gently push the button less than 3 seconds (white color –
standby).

How to use PiCO Home

3. log in to PiCO Home
Sign in using your social media accounts or register with an email address.
Then, connect to either Wi-Fi (2.4GHz only) or Bluetooth (4.0) to set up PiCO Home.

4. Use PiCO Home
After signing in and set up successfully, proceed to check and manage the air quality around you.

5. Turning PiCO Home Off
Push the button to power off or simply unplug the USB cable.

6. LED colors indicating fine dust levels

• White: Basic status (standby), waiting for connection
• Purple: Firmware is updating

Communication Settings

• Using PiCO Home with Bluetooth (4.0)

  • Push the power button (at least 3 seconds) to turn it on and then connect PiCO Home with Bluetooth. The LED color be dark blue.
  • After setting up, for subsequent power ups, gently push the power button (less than 3 seconds). The LED color will be white (standby), meaning it is searching for Wi-Fi.
  • If PiCO Home has previously been set up in another way, push the power button for 3 seconds to reset and then connect it using Bluetooth.

• Using PiCO Home with Wi-Fi

  • Press the power button (at least 3 seconds) to turn on and then connect to Wi-Fi.
  • If you want to connect to a new Wi-Fi connection, push the power button for 3 seconds again to reset (blue color should appear), and then proceed with the new Wi-Fi setup.
  • For detailed setup to Wi-Fi, please check here: https://youtu.be/e5ZQlSodoCs

Environmental Level & Color Table on Mobile App

[ Indoor ]

[ Outdoor ]

Main Features of PiCO Home App ①

Air Quality and Weather Reports
You can get information on real-time air
quality and the weather, all over the world T
glance that have been analyzed and processed
using machine learning technology.
• Fine particles (PM 2.5/10)
• Temperature / humidity
• Ultraviolet (UV)
• Ozone (O₃)

Living Environment Everywhere
You can get environmental information
wherever you are that has been monitored in
real-time at a glance.
• Fine particles (PM 2.5/10)
• Temperature / humidity
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
• Equivalent Carbon Dioxide (eCO₂)

Main Features of PiCO Home App ②

Recommendation for Your Healthier
Living Environment
PiCO Home’s mobile app or Alexa can offer
recommendations that based on your situation
and lifestyle.
• Home
• Office
• Car
• Indoors

Real-time Mode
You can see real-time indoor air quality at a
glance.
• Fine particles (PM 2.5/10)
• Temperature / humidity
• Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
• Equivalent Carbon Dioxide (eCO₂)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. Where is PiCO Home developed and manufactured?
PiCO Home is designed and produced in Seoul, the Republic of Korea.
Q. Does PiCO Home requires an external power supply to operate?
Yes. PiCO Home does not have an internal battery, so it needs to be plugged onto a smartphone, an external battery, or via a USB-C cable.
Q. Can a PiCO device be connected to many smartphones at the same time?
No. A PiCO Home can only be connected to one smartphone at a time. However, you can register other users on the same PiCO mobile app and check what  PiCO Home is picking up in real-time from anywhere.
Q. Can I use PiCO Home mobile app without a PiCO Home device?
Yes. With the mobile app alone, you can still check the outdoor air quality, weather information, weather forecasts, and other environmental information.
Q. Can I use PiCO Home App and device anywhere in the world?
Yes. PiCO Home connects to satellites and weather stations all over the world. This gives you the power and convenience to check out the real-time air quality and other environmental information anywhere in the world.
Q. Can PiCO Home still monitor the air quality if Bluetooth or Wi-Fi stops working?
Yes. The sensor still works even if the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth is disconnected, but it must be after the phone has been connected to PiCO Home for the first time. You can check the level of air quality through the colors of the LED on either side of the device. PiCO Home stores the historical data for 1 month.
Q: What’s the sensor’s approximate lifespan and should it be replaced periodically?
As long as PiCO Home is not exposed to extreme conditions, the sensor’s performance can last up to 5 years. Therefore, it’s not necessary to replace the sensors periodically within the product’s lifespan.
Q. Why are the PM 2.5/10 levels monitored by PiCO Home different from other internet service providers?
PiCO Home measures the specific real-time air quality of the user’s actual location rather than the combined average. So, the levels may differ from the data provided by governmental institutions or companies in many countries.
Q. Can I use the information from PiCO Home to interpret in a medical way?
No. the PiCO Home App and Alexa offer air quality information and recommendations, but it is NOT a medical device. The PiCO Home device and mobile app is NOT intended to be used as a source of medical advice. You should always consult medical professionals to provide specific guidance in evaluating your medical needs.
Q. How often is the PiCO Home mobile app upgraded?
The PiCO Home mobile app is upgraded continuously in order to maintain accuracy and enhance the user experience and usability.
Q. Where do the outdoor air quality and other environmental information like UV come from?
This information comes from governmental institutions such as the Korea Environment Corporation, from global big-data service providers.
Q. Can I use another USB cable other than the one provided in the box?
Yes. PiCO Home can be powered through other cables via a plug. But it can only be connected via phone using cables we provide.
Q. I am using a phone that is not supported by OTG. Can I still use PiCO Home?
You can still power your PiCO Home with an external battery/power bank, or with an adapter with a 1A to Type-C connection.
Q. How to connect PiCO Home to Wi-Fi after setting it up the first time?
When setting up the first time, push the power button for a minimum for 3 seconds to enter the setup mode (blue color). After setup, gently push the power button to turn it on (white color).
Please wait a while as PiCO Home needs to analyze your Wi-Fi before it shows up on your mobile app.
Q. How can I view/download historical data?
Our team is currently working on V2.0 of the app, which will be released later this year. The app will have a new UI, fix more bugs, with the options to download historical data.
Q. I have trouble registering my email or login. What should I do?
Please check your spam folder. Try again with a different email and make sure to click the verification link we sent to your email to activate your login.
Q. Why does PiCO Home require permission to use GPS and telephone?
As per Android’s policy, we need this access in order to make sure the app recognizes your phone to allow service.
Q. My PiCO Home blinks just once and I can’t turn it on.
Please use the cables we provide. Other cables may not be able to draw power into PiCO Home.
Q. Can I use my PiCO Home on multiple devices? Can I use PiCO Home on multiple networks?
Currently no. But if you use your same login details on another phone, you can browse your PiCO Home from multiple devices. For multiple networks, unfortunately, no. One PiCO Home per network (2.4 GHz only).
Q. Can I use PiCO Home with a Wi-Fi network that has no password?
On a public network, yes. Just leave the password section blank and log in. On a private network, no because it has a firewall. Please use a password if using a private network.

Product Warranty

Product name
PiCO Home
Date of purchase

Product serial number
Place of purchase

Warranty coverage: If the product is damaged during normal use condition within 1 year after date of purchase, you can get free warranty service.
The conditions for warranty and the responsibility of the company are as follow:

• The warranty is limited to the original buyer;
• You will need a copy of the receipt or some other certificate of purchase;
• A product without the serial number, date of manufacture, product label, or a product that has been dealt with roughly, installed in appropriately, changed, or fixed by a third person will not be guaranteed coverage.
• Responsibility for the product is limited to repair or replacement under the company’s sole discretion.
• Cables or other expendable accessories which are worn down overuse are excluded from the warranty.
• The company does not take responsibility for any accident or collateral damage occurring from misuse of the product.
• This product warranty grants the buyer specific rights; the buyer may be granted other rights according to region.

Customer Services

Warranty service

• If an error occurs during use, please check the manual one more time. If the product still does not work, please contact customer service.

Exchange

• A product that has severe problems in functioning can be exchanged at the place of purchase within seven (7) days.

Refund

• Refund is available within seven (7) days of purchase if you have not used the product.

If you have any problems, please contact us through the below information.
• cs@brilcom.com / (+82)2-6959-5538

PM Sensor Test Data

• Sensor consistency by time

• Maximum Error Modulus by temperature

Certificate of Accuracy by Korea Testing and Research Institute

Certificate of Accuracy by Korea Testing and Research Institute

English notarized version:

This certificate confirms that PiCO Home’s sensors have the highest-level grade accuracy and precision (first-class Level 1) and is in the top class in terms of sensor measurement and monitoring

References

• Connecting Using Wi-Fi - YouTube

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