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BBQ Guru CyberQ Wi-Fi User Manual

Firmware v 2.3/3.1
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CyberQ Wi-Fi USER GUIDE Firmware v 2.3/3.1
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1. SAFETY WARNINGS ........................................................................................................................... 2
2. CyberQ Wi-Fi Features ........................................................................................................................... 3
3. Probes ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
4. Power Draft Blowers (Fans) ................................................................................................................... 5
5. Key Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 5
6. Powering up ............................................................................................................................................ 6
7. Manual Operation ................................................................................................................................... 6
8. Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network in Infrastructure Mode ...................................................................... 13
9. Pairing other devices to the CyberQ in Hot-spot mode ........................................................................ 13
10. Email Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 15
11. Enable port forwarding to allow remote access .................................................................................. 16
12. CyberQ Pages...................................................................................................................................... 18
13. Building a Proper Fire for Good Control ............................................................................................ 25
14. Firmware Updates ............................................................................................................................... 25
15. LIMITED WARRANTY .................................................................................................................... 26
16. Wi-Fi Specifications ........................................................................................................................... 27
17. FAQ..................................................................................................................................................... 27
18. Glossary of Networking Terms ........................................................................................................... 29
19. Contact THE BBQ GURU .................................................................................................................. 30
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    CyberQ Wi-Fi USER GUIDE Firmware v 2.3/3.1 Contents 1. SAFETY WARNINGS ........................... 2 2. CyberQ Wi-Fi Features ........................... 3 3. Probes ..............................4 4. Power Draft Blowers (Fans) ........................5 5. Key Operation ............................5 6. Powering up ............................6 7.

  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    - BE SURE TO USE A REDUNDANT DIAL THERMOMETER AS A BACKUP TEMPERATURE SENSOR ON YOUR PIT – This will allow you to verify your control’s temperature reading for your safety. Even though the CyberQ Wi-Fi can be controlled remotely, allowing you to cook while you are away, someone should always be present when your pit is cooking to prevent fires.

  • Page 3: Cyberq Wi-Fi Features

    The CyberQ Wi-Fi Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: W70MRF24WG0MAMB with Radio regulation certification for United States (FCC), Canada (IC), Europe (ETSI), Korea(KC), and Japan (ARIB) 2.4 GHz, IEEE Std. 802.11b/g™, and Wi-Fi® certified (WFA ID: WFA16869) The Wi-Fi components in this product have been certified under Wi-Fi 802.11 withWPA2™, and WPA™ System Interoperability ASD Model Test Plan with Test Engine For IEEE 802.11b and g Devices).

  • Page 4: Probes

    If you decide not to use the food probe(s), they should be unplugged before applying power to the CyberQ Wi-Fi, not during operation. This will allow the CyberQ Wi-Fi time to sense how you are trying to cook and configure its alarm operation to prevent false food alarms. You...

  • Page 5: Power Draft Blowers (Fans)

    Pressing the M/E KEY and LEFT KEY decreases the Display contrast. Holding down all four arrow keys (UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) for approximately 5 seconds will reset all settings to factory defaults. The CyberQ Wi-Fi will then show RESETTING EEPROM and restart.

  • Page 6: Powering Up

    If you are operating in infrastructure mode on your network, the network service should not be interrupted. If you are operating in hotspot mode, you may need to reset power to the CyberQ Wi-Fi, then reconnect your PC or mobile device to the network.
  • Page 7 Cook Temp Scroll to COOKTEMP (pit temp) in the MAIN SCREEN using the UP/DOWN keys (arrow will display) to modify its value. Press the M/E key to modify the cook setpoint as follows: Use the LEFT and RIGHT keys to select the digit to be modified. Adjust the values using the UP and DOWN Keys.
  • Page 8 Timer Scroll the TIMER in the MAIN SCREEN using the UP/DOWN keys (arrow will display) to modify its value. Press the M/E key: Use the LEFT and RIGHT keys to select the digit to be changed. Adjust the values using the UP and DOWN Keys, press the M/E key to enter and store the value and return to the main screen.
  • Page 9 Units You may select whether to use Deg F or Deg C. Default is Deg F. Select the digit using the LEFT and RIGHT keys and adjust the value using the UP/DOWN keys. Alarm Beeps You may select from OFF, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Select the digit using the LEFT and RIGHT keys and adjust the value using the UP/DOWN keys.
  • Page 10 Timeout TIMEOUT defines the action that will be taken when the timer counts to 00:00:00. The selections are NO ACTN, HOLD, ALARM, SHDN. The default is NO ACTION. Set using the UP/DOWN keys. IMEOUT CONTROL MESSAGE DISPLAYED BEEPER ACTION SELECTION ACTION NO ACTN none...
  • Page 11 Ramp (Cook and Hold) When the ramp is set to on, the low and slow ramp mode is enabled. The ramp selection tells the control which sensor to ramp from, so the selections are off, Food1, Food2, Food3. This mode is used for slow cooks so your food (meat) never overcooks.
  • Page 12 Wi-Fi Setup Screen To access the Wi-Fi Setup Screen from the MAIN SCREEN display, press and hold the UP and DOWN keys together for 3 seconds. Navigate to the Wi-Fi SCREEN using the LEFT/RIGHT arrows. To return to the MAIN SCREEN, press the UP and DOWN keys together. When WI-FI SETUP is in the top line (with arrow) pressing the LEFT or RIGHT key will index to the next or previous setup screens.

  • Page 13: Connecting To A Wi-Fi Network In Infrastructure Mode

    8. Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network in Infrastructure Mode To set up a link from scratch, proceed with the following steps: 1. Power up the CyberQ and wait until the display shows Pairing in Hot-spot Mode. 2. Press and hold down the UP and DOWN arrows together to enter SYSTEM SETUP mode. 3.
  • Page 14 On a Mac go to the at the top. Select “my CYBERQ wifi” Once you select the “my CyberQ Wi-Fi” as the network, the device will ask for a password. Enter the default password of 1234abcdef. (Not case sensitive) 3. Once connected, the CyberQ Wi-Fi will display: 4.

  • Page 15: Email Setup

    (Note that occasionally it can take the email server a while to recognize a change) Email works by sending an email to a server at BBQ Guru, which then forwards the email to your address. Most of the time this works very smoothly, but some addresses seem to reject these emails as being spam.

  • Page 16: Enable Port Forwarding To Allow Remote Access

    11. Enable port forwarding to allow remote access Port forwarding is a setting in your router that will enable you to access the CyberQ when you are away from home. When the setting is enabled, your router will direct a request coming in from the Internet to a device or program on your network.
  • Page 17 We assume no liability for damage done to your network system by trying to get it to function with the CyberQ Wi-Fi. If you are not comfortable with setting up Infrastructure mode, consult someone who is, or use the CyberQ Wi-Fi in Hot-spot mode (as described in section 9) or as a standalone unit.

  • Page 18: Cyberq

    12. CyberQ Pages Web Interface Control Status Screen This screen contains the same information as the section Manual Operation – Main Screen. You may enter names for the sensors (up to 16 characters). This will only be shown on the web pages. Additionally, the CyberQ may be rebooted remotely using the reboot device button.
  • Page 19 Web Interface System Setup Screen This screen contains the same information as the section Manual Operation – System Setup. You may change aspects of operating the CyberQ: 1. Turning scrolling on causes the Main Display on the system unit to continuously scroll through all the values, leaving your hands free.
  • Page 20 Web Interface Control Setup Screen This screen contains the same information as the section Manual Operation – Control Setup. You may change aspects of cooking with the CyberQ: 1. Cook Hold lets you set the pit temp used when the timer counts down to 0. 2.
  • Page 21 Web Interface Wi-Fi Setup Screen...
  • Page 22 In general, we recommend that only the last four items be modified from the top panel: 1. An HTTP username and password can be entered that will restrict access to unauthorized users getting access from the Internet. If no username and password are entered, general access to everything is allowed.
  • Page 23 Web Interface Email Setup Screen This screen is not available in the section Manual Operation.
  • Page 24 NOTE: This feature works only in infrastructure mode, when connected to the internet. 1. You must be in infrastructure mode and connected to a router to use email alerts 2. Open the CyberQ Wi-Fi email setup webpage 3. Fill out the fields as per the information below 4.

  • Page 25: Building A Proper Fire For Good Control

    Eliminating Large Fluctuations in the Pit Temperature Normally, the CyberQ Wi-Fi will be able to adjust the airflow via the blower to deliver precise control and no damper adjustment will be required. If the pit has become over-fired or if you built the fire too big, you may see large temperature swings (+/- 10 degrees or more).

  • Page 26: Limited Warranty

    Items must be in a condition that permits us to resell them. The BBQ Guru will not accept the following items for return: (i) items that have been personalized or customized: (ii) special order items, if not part of the BBQ Guru retail sales offering (iii) items that have been used, altered or that show wear or damage;...

  • Page 27: Wi-Fi Specifications

    (RMA) number to return it to the factory by emailing a description of your problem and your name, address, email, phone number, and date of purchase to customerservice@thebbqguru.com. If defective, it will be repaired or replaced (at the discretion of BBQ Guru) at no cost. There are no user serviceable parts on this unit.
  • Page 28 My router shows the CyberQ Wi-Fi in the client list, but I cannot access the CyberQ Wi-Fi from a computer on the same LAN. 1. Reset the router and when it comes up, reset the CyberQ Wi-Fi. 2. Try updating your router firmware.

  • Page 29: Glossary Of Networking Terms

    This parameter in the CyberQ Wi-Fi is reserved for advanced IT personnel. Hot-spot Mode – This mode of the CyberQ Wi-Fi allows direct connection and access from mobile devices or PCs. In this mode, the CyberQ Wi-Fi actually functions as a mini Wi-Fi router, though it does not provide Internet access.

  • Page 30: Contact The Bbq Guru

    19. Contact THE BBQ GURU Remember, The BBQ Guru is here to help you. Please do NOT spend more than a couple of hours trying to get the CyberQ set up. Email your problem to us at: customerservice@thebbqguru.com. We can either send back some tips or set up a remote support call so we can get you over the hump without further stress.

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