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ETEKCITY Voltson ESO15-TB Manual

Smart outdoor wi-fi outlet (15a)
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Smart Outdoor Wi-Fi Outlet (15A)
Model No.: ESO15-TB
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  • Page 1 Smart Outdoor Wi-Fi Outlet (15A) Model No.: ESO15-TB Questions or Concerns? Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM PST/PDT support@etekcity.com • (855) 686-3835...
  • Page 2 Then That) app to program your smart home. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our helpful Customer Support Team at support@etekcity.com. We hope you enjoy your new smart outlet! Become an Etekcitizen Exclusive deals, giveaways, and product registration.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Package Contents More Features Specifications • Connecting with Amazon Alexa Safety Information • Connecting with Google Home Light Indicator Chart • Log Out VeSync App Setup IFTTT Configuration Maintaining Your Smart Outlet Functions • Firmware Updates • Turning Smart Outlet On/Off •...

  • Page 4: Specifications

    Specifications Communication Mode IEEE802.11b/g/n (WiFi) Communication Frequency 2.4GHz Wireless Distance 98–164 ft / 30–50 m (Outlet to Router) (max visible range) Maximum Switch Current 15A AC Power Supply Range & AC 120V, 60Hz Supply Frequency Operating Environment 14°F–104°F / -10°C–40C° Storage &...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Information To reduce the risk of injury and/or damage to this outlet, please read and follow all instructions and safety guidelines in this manual. • Do not exceed the outlet’s maximum load current of 15A (approximately 1800W) by plugging in appliances that require a higher load current.

  • Page 6: Fcc Notice

    FCC Notice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 7 FCC Radiation Exposure Notice This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions as documented in this manual.
  • Page 8 Product Requirements • A smartphone or tablet running on iOS 8.0/Android 4.3 or higher. • A secure 2.4GHz WiFi connection (supports 802.11b/g/n standard). • AC input voltage that is between 100V–125V. The smart outlet is compatible with electrical appliances that use 15A current.

  • Page 9: Light Indicator Chart

    Light Indicator Chart LED Light Status Description Indicator Yellow Solid Outlet is on Blinks twice every Outlet is trying to connect 5 seconds to WiFi Outlet is connected to WiFi, Blinks once every but is trying to connect to 5 seconds server Blue Outlet is in...

  • Page 10: Vesync App Setup

    VeSync App Setup Note: The VeSync app and IFTTT app user interfaces may appear slightly different. Connect your mobile device to a secure 2.4GHz WiFi network. Note: The smart outlet can only be set up on a 2.4GHz network. Scan the QR code or download the VeSync app from the Apple App Store®...

  • Page 11: Configuration

    Configuration Add the smart outlet to your app. to add your smart outlet. WiFi Outlets. Back to Table of Contents...
  • Page 12 Etekcity Outdoor Outlet. Start Setup. Make sure your outlet is on. Etekcity Outdoor Outlet...
  • Page 13 Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds, until the WiFi indicator light blinks blue (1 blink per second). This will put your smart outlet into Configuration Mode. Then tap It Started Blinking. Note: Configuration Mode will turn off after 10 minutes. Type in the name of your WiFi network and password, Join Network.
  • Page 14 Connect and select the WiFi network that starts with “VeSync”. The outlet will take a few seconds to connect.
  • Page 15 Your setup is complete! Give your outlet a unique name, or use the default name and tap OK. Note: • Tap to change the outlet icon. • You can change the device name and icon at any time. Tap , then tap Device Settings.

  • Page 16: Functions

    Functions Turning Smart Outlet On/Off On the My Home screen or the smart outlet screen, to turn the smart outlet on or off. Note: The outlet will remain connected to WiFi even when the smart outlet is off. Device is Off Device is On Back to Table of Contents...

  • Page 17: Create Schedule

    Create Schedule Go to the smart outlet screen. Socket A Socket B to access the socket’s Settings screen.
  • Page 18 Create Schedule + to create a scheduled time for the smart outlet to turn on and/or off. Set a start and end time.
  • Page 19 To set a start time: > next to “Start”. Scroll up and down to select time. Alternatively, < for “Sunrise“ and > for “Sunset“. to confirm. Note: Allow the VeSync app to access your location to determine when sunrise and sunset are for your area.
  • Page 20 Choose under “Start”. 06:30 AM...
  • Page 21 To set an end time (optional): > next to “End“. Scroll up and down to select time. Alternatively, < for “Sunrise“ and > for “Sunset“. to confirm. Note: Allow the VeSync app to access your location to determine when sunrise and sunset are for your area. 06:30 AM...
  • Page 22 Choose under “End”. 06:30 AM 06:30 PM...
  • Page 23 Repeat (Optional) - Select days you want this task to repeat.
  • Page 24 Turn the schedule on and off on the smart outlet screen by tapping the toggle next to the scheduled time. Socket A Back to Table of Contents...

  • Page 25: Set Timer

    Set Timer You can create a timer to turn your smart outlet on or off. Tap Timer. Then, + Create Timer. or Off. Scroll up and down to set the time and tap to confirm and start the timer.
  • Page 26 to pause the timer. Tap to restart the timer. If you selected On, the outlet will turn on after the timer ends. Note: To remove the timer entry, tap on the timer entry, then tap Delete. Back to Table of Contents...

  • Page 27: Away Mode

    Away Mode When you have a light plugged into your smart outlet, you can use the Away Mode timer to turn your light on and off to give the appearance that someone is home. Tap Away, then Set Away Mode. Select an option from the Away Mode screen.
  • Page 28 Start Choose when to start Away Mode. > next to “Start”. Scroll up and down to select time. to confirm.
  • Page 29 Choose when to end Away Mode. > next to “End”. Scroll up and down to select the time. to confirm.
  • Page 30 Repeat Choose the days you want to repeat Away Mode. > next to “Repeat”. Select the days you want this task to repeat. to confirm.
  • Page 31 You can turn the Away Mode timer on/off at any time by tapping the toggle button to the right of the timer. Note: To delete the Away Mode timer, tap on the timer entry on the Away screen, then tap Delete. Back to Table of Contents...

  • Page 32: Smart Outlet Settings

    Smart Outlet Settings to see Device Settings. The Device Settings menu allows you to: Edit your smart outlet name by tapping on the current name next to “Device Name”. Edit your smart outlet’s picture by tapping on the current image next to “Icon”. Turn smart outlet notifications on/off by tapping the toggle button...

  • Page 33: Energy Saving Mode

    Energy Saving Mode The VeSync App allows you to program your smart outlet to save on energy costs by turning off your appliance when the maximum cost setting is reached. Tap the toggle switch to turn Energy Saving Mode and off Enter the “Cost per KWh”...

  • Page 34: Abnormal Power Protection

    Abnormal Power Protection Turn on the Power Protection to protect your connected appliances from power spike damage. Tap the toggle switch to turn Power Protection and off Enter “Threshold”. to confirm.

  • Page 35: Share Your Smart Outlet

    Share Your Smart Outlet Use Share Device to allow someone else to control your smart outlet (such as family, friends, roommates, or anyone you choose). Note: People who you share your smart outlet with cannot edit or delete any of your device settings. on the Share Device screen.

  • Page 36: Delete A Smart Outlet

    You can also delete your smart outlet from the My Home screen in the VeSync app. iOS™: Swipe left on the smart outlet’s name to delete. Android™: Press and hold for 2 seconds on the smart outlet’s name to delete. Etekcity Outdoor Outlet Etekcity Outdoor Outlet...

  • Page 37: More Features

    More Features More On the My Home screen, tap for more features. Connecting with Amazon® Alexa™ To view instructions on the VeSync app, tap More, then tap Link to Alexa. Note: You must create your own VeSync account to connect with Alexa.

  • Page 38: Log Out

    Log Out Note: You do not need to log out if you are not using a VeSync account. On the My Home screen, tap More. Out. Tap your profile, then tap example@email.com Example example@email.com...

  • Page 39: Ifttt

    IFTTT Pairing Your Smart Outlet with IFTTT Download the IFTTT app from the App Store or Google Play store. sign up sign Open the app and tap...
  • Page 40 Enter “VeSync” and tap Services.
  • Page 41 Tap Connect. Enter your VeSync account details and tap Authorize. example@email.com Back to Table of Contents...
  • Page 42 Create an Applet Using Existing VeSync Templates Applets. Open the IFTTT app and tap Services and tap VeSync.
  • Page 43 Scroll to search for an applet you want to use, such as “Turn on a VeSync smart device at sunrise“ or “Activate a device every day at a specific time“. Slide the toggle switch to turn on the applet.
  • Page 44 Under Device, select the smart outlet that you want the applet to apply to and tap Save. Note: The interface of the applet settings will vary for different templates. The applet has been created successfully! Etekcity Outdoor Outlet Back to Table of Contents...
  • Page 45 Create a Custom Applet On the My Applets screen, tap to add a Trigger Service.
  • Page 46 Example: To trigger a service everyday at 11:45 PM: To use the Date & Time Trigger Service, enter “Date & Time” in the search bar. Tap the Date & Time icon. Every day Under Time, enter 11:45 PM. Create trigger Note: Popular Trigger Services include Date &...
  • Page 47 After selecting the Trigger Service, tap enter an Action Service. Tap the VeSync icon.
  • Page 48 Activate a device. Select the smart outlet and status you would like to Create action. activate (turn on or turn off). Tap Etekcity Outdoor Outlet...
  • Page 49 Tap Finish. You’ve created your own custom applet! Back to Table of Contents...

  • Page 50: Maintaining Your Smart Outlet

    Maintaining Your Smart Outlet Firmware Updates To keep the smart outlet up-to-date with the latest improvements and fixes, you should always update the firmware when available. Upgrade Firmware. On the Device Settings screen, tap Factory Reset Resetting the smart outlet can help you troubleshoot many issues you may have.

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Q: Why aren’t my outlets connecting? • During the setup process, you must be connected to a secure 2.4GHz WiFi network. • Make sure the WiFi password you entered is correct. • Try moving your router closer to your smart outlet (164 ft/50 m visible range is best).
  • Page 52 Q: My smart outlet is offline. • Delete the offline smart outlet from the VeSync app. Swipe left (iOS) or tap and hold (Android), and tap Delete. • Reset the smart outlet by pressing and holding the power button for more than 15 seconds. The LED light will blink rapidly and turn solid blue.
  • Page 53 Q: Alexa or Google Home can’t find my app or can’t discover my smart outlet. • Make sure your wireless network router is close enough to your smart outlet. The smart outlet must be within a 164 ft/50 m visible range from the router.

  • Page 54: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information Terms & Policy Etekcity warrants all products to be of the highest quality in material, craftsmanship, and service, effective from the date of purchase to the end of the warranty period. Etekcity will replace any product found to be defective due to manufacturer flaws based on eligibility.
  • Page 55 OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY. Additional 1-Year Warranty You can extend your 1-year warranty by an additional year. Log onto www.etekcity.com/warranty and enter your order number (for example, from Amazon or Houzz) to register your new product for the extended warranty.

  • Page 56: Customer Support

    Customer Support If you encounter any issues or have any questions regarding your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team. Your satisfaction is our goal! Etekcity Corporation 1202 N. Miller St., Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806 Email: support@etekcity.com...

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