BAUHn AP5W-0624 5 Way Surge Protector with Wi-Fi and Meter Reading User Guide

BAUHn AP5W-0624 5 Way Surge Protector with Wi-Fi and Meter Reading

Product Information

• Specifications
  • Model: AP5W-0624
  • Product Code: 715900 06/2024
  • 5-Way Surge Protector with Wi-Fi & Meter Reading
• Product Overview
  • Overload Circuit Breaker (Resettable) : Protects against current overload at 10 amp.
  • Power On/Off Switch : Press to supply/cut off power to the sockets. Use the Tuya app to control the 5 independent switches separately.
  • LED Status Indicator : Indicates Wi-Fi connection status and mode.
  • Surge Protected LED Indicator : Indicates surge protection status.
  • AC Sockets : All sockets are surge-protected and interchangeable.
  • USB-C and USB-A Charging Ports : Always on for charging devices.

Product Usage Instructions

• Tuya Smart App
  • The Tuya Smart App allows you to control your appliances, set timers, and group devices for easy management.
• Getting Started
  • Download and install the Tuya Smart or Smart Life app on your smart device.
  • Register your account in the app.
• Connecting your Power Board to Wi-Fi
  • Ensure your smartphone is connected to a 2.4G Wi-Fi network.
  • In the app, tap Home, then tap + and select Electrical catalog and Power Strip (Wi-Fi).
  • Enter your home 2.4G Wi-Fi password into the app.
  • Choose Easy Mode or AP Mode for connection.
  • Easy Mode:
  • Plug in the power board, press and hold the On/Off button until the blue LED blinks quickly.
  • The app will search for the power board and connect it to your Wi-Fi network.
  • AP Mode:
  • If unable to connect in Easy Mode, use AP Mode for connection.

FAQs

• Q: How many charging ports does the power board have?
  • A: The power board has both USB-C and USB-A charging ports that are always on for charging devices.
• Q: How many sockets are surge-protected?
  • A: All 5 AC sockets on the power board are surge-protected and can be used interchangeably.
• Q: Can I control individual switches on the power board?
  • A: Yes, you can use the Tuya app to control the 5 independent switches separately.

Have you got everything?

Note: only one power board (white/black) is supplied.

Unpack the box and make sure all of these items are there:

• A. 5-Way Surge Protector with Wi-Fi & Meter Reading
• B. User Guide
• C. Warranty Certificate

Product Overview

1. Overload Circuit Breaker (Resettable)
   • Protects against current overload at 10 amp.
2. Power On/Off Switch
   • Press to supply/cut off power to the sockets.
   • Note: Please turn off “Child Lock” in the Tuya app to unlock the power button.
   • Please use the app to control the 5 independent switches separately.
3. LED status Indicator
   • When the LED blinks, it indicates that Wi-Fi is in connection mode, “Easy Mode” – (The LED blinks quickly) or “AP Mode” – (The LED blinks slowly).
   • When the LED is on, it indicates the Wi-Fi is connected.
4. Surge Protected LED Indicator
   • When lit, the green light indicates that all connected devices are surge-protected.
5. AC Sockets
   • All 5 sockets are the same protected sockets and can be used interchangeably.
   • When the LED is on, the socket is switched on.
   • When the LED is off, the socket is switched off.
   • Note: The USB A and USB C outputs are always on.
6. USB-C and USB-A Charging Ports
   • For charging phones, tablets, or other devices.

Tuya Smart App

• The smart Wi-Fi power board connects your home Wi-Fi network to your appliances for easy control of home automation, as well as saving energy and providing home security.
• The “Tuya Smart” or “Smart Life” application along with your smart power board controls any connected electrical appliances via your smart device.
• Gives you full control to be able to switch devices On / Off, set timers, and combine devices into groups. Operates with both IOS and Android systems.

Getting Started

• Use your phone to scan the QR code or search for “Tuya Smart” or “Smart Life” in your applications store to download and install the APP.
• Open the APP and follow the procedure to register your account.

Connecting your Power Board to Wi-Fi

1. Ensure your smartphone has connected using 2.4G Wi-Fi before starting the connection process.

   • Note: The smart power board supports 2.4G only.

2. Go to the app, tap “Home” and then tap “+” in the upper right corner and tap “Add Device”.

3. Select “Electrical” catalog and “Power Strip (Wi-Fi)” from the list of possible devices in the app menu.

4. Enter the password of your home 2.4G Wi-Fi to the app. Ensure the network shown on the page is the correct 2.4G Wi-Fi SSID and then tap “Next”.

5. After a moment the App will ask you to confirm the connection mode “Easy Mode” (the LED blinks quickly) and “AP Mode”(the LED blinks slowly).
   Easy Mode

6. Plug the power board into a power outlet, press and hold the On / Off button for 5 seconds or until the blue LED blinks quickly (twice per second), the power board is reset and it is ready to connect in Easy Mode.

7. In Easy Mode, the app will search for the power board and transfer your home 2.4G Wi-Fi SSID and password to the power board.
   AP Mode

8. In the event you are unable to connect to your router in Easy Mode, another option is to connect via AP mode.

9. Plug the power board into a power outlet, press and hold the On / Off button for 5 seconds or until the blue LED blink quickly (twice per second), the power board is reset and ready to connect in Easy Mode. Press and hold the On / Off button for 5 seconds again, the blue LED will now blink slowly (every 3 seconds). the power board is now ready to connect in AP mode.

10. In AP mode your smartphone can connect directly to the power board through the temporary Wi-Fi hotspot named “SmartLife-xx”. Once connected, return to the app screen and the app will automatically transfer your home 2.4G Wi-Fi SSID and password to the power board.

11. Now your power board is connected to the network and it can be controlled using the app.
    Add auto-discovered device

12. To accelerate pairing, the app supports the automatic discovery of nearby devices. Go to the app, tap “Home” and then tap “+” in the upper right corner and tape “Add Device”. The app will automatically search the nearby devices pending pairing.

Controlling the Outlet with the App

Controlling the Outlet with the App:

1. In the Apps main screen: Select the connected smart power board.
   • On the following screens, you can control the power board on/ off Switch as well as the Schedule, Timer and Electrical quantity statistics.
   • Note: The electrical quantity statistics include the power consumption of the switches inside the power board.
   • Note: USB A and USB C output are always on.
2. The App supports creating scenes that include the Automation and Tap-To-Run features. The scene is for device control and status synchronization. Please check your Apps and the other smart devices that are connected in the same App and network.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

General Safety Warnings

For the safety of yourself and others, follow all instructions and take notice of all the warnings. When adhered to, these safety precautions can reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury. This product complies with Australian Safety standards AS/NZS 3105, and AS/NZS 61558.2.16 to ensure the safety of the product. The RCM is a visible indication of a product’s compliance with all applicable ACMA regulatory arrangements, including all technical and record-keeping requirements.

IMPORTANT

• Damage: If the power board or cord is damaged, contact the After Sales Support line for advice. Do not attempt to open the board or replace the cord. The cord must be replaced by appropriately qualified personnel.
• Repair: If the power board requires repair, contact the After Sales Support line; never disassemble or modify the power board or attempt to service it yourself.
• Run the power supply cord in such a way that there will be no risk of anyone pulling it inadvertently or tripping over it.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorized service agent or similarly qualified person to avoid a hazard.
• The power board is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction by a person responsible for their safety.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the power board. Close supervision is always necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• The product is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.
• The surge power board is designed for indoor use in dry places only.
• Do not exceed a maximum loading of 2400 watts.
• For safety reasons, always use earth connections.
• Only use the power board with the power supply cord fully unwound.
• Before installing the power board, make sure to place it away from heat sources, radiators or other products that produce heat; areas with high temperatures, high humidity, or direct sunlight; excess dirt and dust; open windows and any place where water may get to the unit.
• Do not immerse the cord, plug, or surge power board in water or other liquid, or expose the electrical connections to water or other liquid.
• Unpack the power board and keep the original packaging carton and materials in a safe place. It will help prevent any damage if the power board needs to be transported in the future, and you can use it to store the power board when it is not in use.
• The power board should always be repacked in its original packaging whenever transporting to prevent any possible damage to the product.
• When not in use: Disconnect from the power source and store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated location out of direct sunlight, and not subject to humidity.
• Warning: The socket outlet should be located near the equipment and should be easily accessible.

Responsible disposal of the product

• At the end of its working life, do not throw this product out with your household rubbish. An environmentally friendly method of disposal will ensure that valuable raw materials can be recycled.
• Contact your local authority for your nearest recycling center. Electrical and electronic items contain materials and substances that, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could potentially be hazardous to the environment and human health.

Responsible disposal of the packaging

• The packaging of the product has been selected from environmentally friendly materials and can usually be recycled.
• Please ensure these are disposed of correctly. Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, please ensure all packaging materials are out of reach and are safely disposed of.
• Please ensure they are offered for recycling rather than throwing these materials away.

Cleaning the product

• Only use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning the product; do not use a damp cloth. Never clean with industrial-strength polish, wax, benzene, paint thinner, air freshener, lubricant, detergent, or other chemicals.
• Wipe off any moisture, dirt, or dust on the power sockets and plug pins with a clean, dry cloth.

Warranty Information

• The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for 12 months from the date of purchase.
• Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced, or refunded at our discretion, solely at our option with no charge for parts and labor.
• The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the product that the consumer has under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and territory laws.
• Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
• You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
• You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice

• Unfortunately, sometimes faulty products are manufactured, which need to be returned to the supplier for repair.
• Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated data (such as files stored on a computer hard drive, telephone numbers stored on a mobile telephone, songs stored on a portable media player, games saved on a games console, or files stored on a USB memory stick) during the process of repair, some or all of your stored data may be lost.
• We recommend you save this data elsewhere before sending the product for repair.
• You should also be aware that rather than repairing goods, we may replace them with refurbished goods of the same type or use refurbished parts in the repair process.
• Please be assured though, that refurbished parts or replacements are only used where they meet ALDI’s stringent quality specifications.
• If at any time you feel your repair is being handled unsatisfactorily, you may escalate your complaint. Please telephone us on 1300 002 534 or write to us at:
• Tempo (Aust) Pty Ltd ABN 70 106 100 252
• PO BOX 6097, North Sydney NSW 2059
• Telephone: 1300 002 534 (Aust) Fax: (02) 8977 3765
• Tempo Help Desk: 1300 002 534 (Aust)
• (operating hours : Mon-Fri 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat 9 am-6 pm AEST)
• Email: tempo.org/support.

Give us a call

• What? Do you mean this User Guide didn’t have ALL the answers? Speak to us!
• We’d love to help you get up and running as quickly as possible.
• Call our After Sales Support on 1300 002 534.
• Operating hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-6 pm;
• Saturday, 9 am-6 pm AEST
• Well done, you made it.
• Now sit back and relax… your Power Board is automatically covered by a 1-year warranty. How nice!
• tempo.org/support.
• tempo.org/support.
• Model: AP5W-0624
• Product Code: 715900 06/2024
• 1300 002 534

References

• Support Centre | Tempo Global

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