kAitron ESP-32-DOWD-V3 ChowBOX Smart Door Controller User Guide
- August 8, 2024
- kAitron
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ESP-32-DOWD-V3 ChowBOX Smart Door Controller
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Specifications:
- Chip: ESP-32-DOWD-V3
- Frequency: 2.4GHz
- Network: RJ-45 Wired network
- Output/Input terminals:
- Relay output x 4
- Photocell x 1
- Infrared sensor x 1
- RF x 1
- Buttons: Pair x 1, Reset x 1
- Supported protocols: 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, BLE
- Size: 140 x 104 x 44.3 mm
- Terminal blocks:
- ChowBOX x 1
- Power supply unit x 1
- Wall-mount screws (length: 32 mm; diameter: 5 mm) x 4
- Insect repellent plug x 3
Product Usage Instructions:
Precautions before Installation:
Please read the user manual carefully before installation.
Ensure the gate motor is functioning properly before installing the
Smart Door Controller.
Product Contents:
ChowBOX allows control of the gate switch via the Chow! APP. It
comes with 10 user permissions, with the ability to share usage
permissions via the app.
Installation Method:
Wire Connection Cycle Mode:
-
Please connect terminals (1) and (2) to the push button
terminal of your gate automation. Terminal (10) is for a wired
limit switch that sends signals to your smartphone when
triggered. -
To control a second device, connect terminals (3) and (4) to
the push button terminal of your gate automation. Terminal (11) is
for the second wired limit switch that sends signals to your
smartphone when triggered.
Wire Connection Open/Stop/Close Mode:
Before connection, ensure your gate automation system has the
open/stop/close terminal. Refer to the automation manual to find
the appropriate terminals.
FAQ:
Q: Can children use the Smart Door Controller and Chow!
APP?
A: It is recommended not to allow children to use the Smart Door
Controller and Chow! APP without adult supervision for safety
reasons.
Q: What should I do if there are obstacles obstructing the
gate’s operation?
A: Ensure there are no obstacles obstructing the gate’s
operation to maintain the safety of people and property.
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ChowBOX
Index
I. Precautions before installation
I Precautions before installation
II Product contents
Product overview Introduction of ChowBOX Kit contents Specifications
III Installation method
Wiring method App connection settings: Via Wi-Fi connection App connection
settings: Via wired network Operation interface Remote controller pairing
Owner sharing device
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P.3 P.3 P.3 P.4 P.5
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P.6-8 P.9-14 P.15-20 P.21-23 P.24 P.25-26
Attention:
Please read the user manual carefully before installation. Kaitron.Inc is not
responsible for incorrect installation and improper use. Please keep the
packaging and parts of the Smart Door Controller (wired network + Wi-Fi +
Bluetooth) intact for consultation and warranty repairs. Before installing the
Smart Door Controller (wired network + Wi-Fi + Bluetooth), please check if the
gate motor is functioning properly.
After confirming that the gate motor can operate normally, please turn off the
power of the gate motor before installation.
Unless mentioned in this user manual, do not modify any component of the door
controller. It is recommended not to allow children to use the Smart Door
Controller (wired network + Wi-Fi + Bluetooth) and Chow! APP without adult
supervision. Make sure there are no obstacles obstructing the gate’s operation
to ensure the safety of people and property.
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II Product contents
Product Description
Through ChowBOX, users can control the gate switch via the Chow! APP, enabling
them to achieve smart home living. ChowBOX comes with 10 user permissions,
with the highest privilege user (the first user to add ChowBOX) able to share
usage permissions via the Chow! APP.
Introduction of ChowBOX
Network receiver board
Kit contents
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Specifications
Chip Frequency Network
ESP-32-DOWD-V3 2.4GHz RJ-45 Wired network
Output/ Input terminals
Relay output x 4 Photocell x 1 Infrared sensor x 1
RF x 1
4
Buttons
Pair x 1 Reset x 1
Supported protocols
802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, BLE
Size
140 x 104 x 44.3 mm
Terminal blocks
1 ChowBOX
1
2 Power supply unit
1
3 Wall-mount screws (length: 32 mm; diameter: 5 mm)
4
4 Insect repellent plug
3
When connecting the power adapter, use a 12V DC power supply
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Note: There is a QR code sticker on the back and above the network port of the
ChowBOX
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III Installation method
Wire connection cycle mode
1. Please connect ( 1 ) and ( 2 ) terminals to the push button terminal of
your gate automation. ( 10 ) is the terminal for a wired limit switch that
sends signal to your smart phone when triggered.
Please refer to the manual of your automation to find the push button
terminal.
2. To control a second device. Please connect ( 3 ) and ( 4 ) terminals to
the push button terminal of your gate automation. ( 11 ) is the terminal for
second wired limit switch that sends signal to your smart phone when
triggered.
Please refer to the manual of your automation to find the push button
terminal.
Wire connection open/stop/close mode
Before connection, please make sure your gate automation system has
open/stop/close terminal.
Please refer to the manual of your automation to find the open/stop/close
terminal.
Wired door status sensor(Optional)
PB GND
Please DO NOT connect power plug and supplying power from the motor at the
same time.
PB GND
Wired door status sensor(Optional)
Please DO NOT connect power plug and supplying power from the motor at the same time.
Wired door status sensor(Optional)
Open Stop Close GND
Please DO NOT connect power plug and supplying power from the motor at the
same time
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III Installation method
App connection settings: Via Wi-Fi connection
Please scan the QR code below and download the Chow! App. For the initial
connection, please reset the device to factory settings first.
. Press and hold the (P) button for seconds, then release. . Press the (R)
button once to restart the system.
After restarting, the blue light will flash. . Execute ChowBOX. First-time
connection to
the Chow! App.
ChowBOX. First-time connection to the Chow! App.
.Please turn on your phone’s Bluetooth and GPS functions (for iOS, please
enable precise location). .Open the Chow! App and register an account. Click
on the verification email in your registered mailbox to activate your account.
.After logging in, click on the plus (+) icon on the main screen.
.Click on the ChowHUB icon. .Click on the ChowBOX icon.
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III Installation method
.Confirm the flashing blue light on the ChowBOX device and click “Confirm.”
.Open the QR Code scanning screen and scan the device’s QR Code. The QR Code
is located above the network port on the back of the casing.
.Please set a six-digit security PIN code and remember this PIN code for
future authentication purposes.
.Select the WiFi network and enter the correct WiFi password.
.Press “Set” to begin the connection process. After setup is complete, the
device will appear on the main screen.
.Click on the device icon to enter the operation page.
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III Installation method
App connection settings: Via wired network connection
Please scan the QR code below and download the Chow! App. For the initial
connection, please reset the device to factory settings first.
.Press and hold the (P) button for seconds, then release.
. Press the (R) button once to restart the system. After restarting, the blue
light will flash.
.Execute ChowBOX. First-time connection to the Chow! App.
ChowBOX. First-time connection to the Chow! App.
.Please turn on your phone’s Bluetooth and GPS functions (for iOS, please
enable precise location).
.Open the Chow! App and register an account. Click on the verification email
in your registered mailbox to activate your account.
.After logging in, click on the plus (+) icon on the main screen.
.Click on the ChowHUB icon. .Click on the ChowBOX icon.
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III Installation method
.Confirm the flashing blue light on the ChowBOX device and click “Confirm.”
.Open the QR Code scanning screen and scan the device’s QR Code. The QR Code
is located above the network port on the back of the casing.
.Please set a six-digit security PIN code and remember this PIN code for
future authentication purposes.
.Select “Skip” on the WiFi network setup page. .After the connection is
completed, the device will
appear on the main screen. .Click on the device icon to enter the operation
page. .Connect the network cable (do not connect before
this step), and wait for the connection to complete (green light steady on).
.Switch to network mode to use normally.
RF Learn RESET
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III Installation method
Operation interface
1.Click on the device on the main page. 2.Click on “Open/Close” to control the
door opener. 3.Click on the Bluetooth/Network icon to switch to
Bluetooth.
*Reminder: Only one account can operate via Bluetooth at a time. You need to wait for the previous account to leave the operation page before the next one can be used.
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III Installation method
Remote controller pairing
Remote Learning
Press and hold the learning button on the remote for 3 seconds until the red
indicator light turns on. Press the button on the remote control to complete
the learning process.
Clearing Remote
Press and hold the learning button on the remote control for 10 seconds until
the red indicator light turns on to clear the remote control.
Owner sharing device
.Click on the icon in the bottom left corner to enter the account management
page. .Click on “Manage Shared Device” .Enter the account name you want to
share. .Select the device you want to share. .After confirming the
permissions, click on “Share.
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RF Learn
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RESET
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