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Hunter Hydrawise Wand Setup Manual

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WAND Wi-Fi Setup – New User
March 2020

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  • Page 1 WAND Wi-Fi Setup – New User March 2020...
  • Page 2 Requirements to Setup WAND 1. X2 controller installed and powered 2. WAND Wi-Fi module 3. 2.4 GHz router and Wi-Fi network 4. Smartphone with internet access 5. Google Play account or Apple iCloud account to download Hydrawise app 6. Email account to receive Hydrawise account activation invitation...
  • Page 3 Wi-Fi Setup Steps (20 mins) Step 1: Wi-Fi signal and network check (2 min) Step 2: WAND installation (1 min) Step 3: Hydrawise account signup (8 min) Step 4: Add X2 controller to your account (3 min) Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (6 min)
  • Page 4 Step 1A: Wi-Fi Signal Check Use your smartphone to check the signal strength for the desired Wi-Fi network connection at the controller location Important! • If the strength is poor the connection will not work • Obstructions such as interior walls and landscaping can block the signal In this case, move the controller or router to improve the signal or add a Wi-Fi repeater...
  • Page 5 Step 1B: Wi-Fi Network Check Check if your Wi-Fi network is 2.4 GHz by calling your Internet Service Provider (ISP), logging into the router setup webpage, or use a Wi-Fi analyzer app Important! • 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks are not compatible with WAND...
  • Page 6 Step 2: Installing WAND 1. Remove Wi-Fi cover 2. Insert WAND module...
  • Page 7 Step 3A: Signup for Hydrawise Account 1. Download the Hydrawise App • Apple App store for iPhone devices • Google Play store for Android devices 2. Open the Hydrawise App 3. Click the Register button • Enter your name and email address •...
  • Page 8 Step 3B: Activate Your Hydrawise Account 1. Open the Hydrawise account activation email sent to the email address used to register 2. Click the “Let’s Get Started!” button Important! If you did not receive an email: • Re-check your inbox folder in five minutes •...
  • Page 9 Step 3C: Finalize Account Details 1. Create your unique password and confirm 2. Click the OK button...
  • Page 10 Step 4: Add X2 to Your Account 1. Click Run the Setup Wizard button 2. Click Let’s Get Started button again 3. Enter a unique name for your X2 controller 4. Enter the serial number found on the white sticker affixed to your WAND module or laser etched on the front 5.
  • Page 11 WAND Wi-Fi Setup – Existing User March 2020...
  • Page 12 Step 3: Add X2 to Your Account 1. Navigate to “My Controllers” in the My Account drop-down menu 2. Click the + icon under My Controllers list 3. Enter a unique name for your X2 controller 4. Enter the serial number found on the white sticker affixed to your WAND module or laser etched on the front 5.
  • Page 13 Add Wi-Fi to WAND...
  • Page 14 Step 5: Adding Wi-Fi to WAND 1. Click the Yes button to start Wi-Fi setup 2. Choose between: Connect with Smartphone (SAP) Connect with Router (PBC) Connect with Smartphone (SAP) uses the Wi-Fi on your smartphone, tablet, or computer to connect your X2 to the internet.
  • Page 15 Connect with Smartphone (SAP) →...
  • Page 16 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (SAP Setup) 1. Click the SAP in-app button on your device 2. Turn on SAP mode on X2 controller by pressing the WAND button 2x ● The solid amber LED on the X2 will blink 2x per second and “SAP”...
  • Page 17 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (SAP Setup) iPhone & iPads Go to the Wi-Fi settings on your iPhone or iPad device Select the HunterX2XXX Wi-Fi network name matching the last 3 characters of your WAND serial number Disable Mobile Data only on your device when prompted Return to the Hydrawise app and click the Rescan button A list of nearby Wi-Fi networks will appear Select your wireless network and click the Connect button...
  • Page 18 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (SAP Setup) iPhone & iPads Enter your Wi-Fi password and click the Continue button Enable Mobile Data on your smartphone when prompted WAND will connect to your Wi-Fi network ● Once connected, the WAND LED will turn solid green , the word 'ONLINE' with a solid Wi-Fi icon will appear on the...
  • Page 19 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (SAP Setup) Android Smartphone & Tablets 1. Select the HunterX2XXX Wi-Fi network name matching the last 3 characters of your WAND serial number 2. Disable Mobile Data only on your device when prompted 3. Return to the Hydrawise app and click the Rescan button 4.
  • Page 20 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (SAP Setup) Android Smartphone & Tablets Enter your Wi-Fi password and click the Continue button Enable Mobile Data on your smartphone when prompted WAND will connect to your Wi-Fi network ● Once connected, the WAND LED will turn solid green , the word 'ONLINE' with a solid Wi-Fi icon will appear on the...
  • Page 21 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (SAP Setup) Laptop & Desktop Computers 1. Go to the Wi-Fi settings on your computer 2. Select the HunterX2XXX Wi-Fi network name matching the last 3 characters of your WAND serial number 3. A new window will appear or launch a web browser on your device or enter www.hunterx2wifi.com in the...
  • Page 22 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (SAP Setup) Laptop & Desktop Computers 5. Click the Connect button to join to your network. WAND will connect to your Wi-Fi network 6. Once connected, the WAND LED will turn solid green ●, the word 'ONLINE' with a solid Wi-Fi icon will appear on the controller LCD.
  • Page 23 Connect with Router (PBC) →...
  • Page 24 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (PBC Setup) 1. Click the PBC button 2. Turn on PBC mode on X2 controller by pressing the WAND button 3x ● The solid amber LED on the X2 will blink 3x per second and ‘Pbc’ text will appear on X2’s LCD 3.
  • Page 25 Step 5: Add Wi-Fi to WAND (PBC Setup) 4. Press the WPS button on your router to connect your X2 to your network 5. Your router is attempting to connect to the Hydrawise cloud 6. Once connected, the WAND LED will turn solid green ●, the word 'ONLINE' with a solid Wi-Fi icon will appear on the controller LCD.

  • Page 26: Quick Troubleshooting Tips

    Quick Troubleshooting Tips Solid WAND is waiting for the user to add Wi-Fi credentials Solid Controller is Online and connected to the Hydrawise server Solid Incorrect Wi-Fi password entered, or Wi-Fi network lost • Be in range of Wi-Fi signal and verify with your smartphone •...
  • Page 27 Quick Troubleshooting Tips Be sure your device remains connected to HunterX2XXX Wi-Fi network during SAP setup • Device Wi-Fi may automatically connect back to your saved networks • A ‘No Internet’ popup may appear, select ‘Continue Without Internet’ to remain connected to WAND Trouble Connecting? 1.

  • Page 28: Factory Reset

    Factory Reset Press and hold the WAND button until ‘FDR’ (factory default reset) appears on X2’s LCD • ‘DONE’ text will appear and WAND has been reset removing the previously setup Wi-Fi network • Return to the online setup wizard in your Hydrawise controller settings account page to reconnect the WAND to Wi-Fi...
  • Page 29 WAND FAQs • When installed, WAND disables the controller’s dial and button functions, X2’s existing schedule, and settings • Manual operation functions such as Start/Stop Zone or Program, and Test All Zones can still be activated at the controller • All programming is now managed via Hydrawise cloud-based software from a smartphone, tablet, or computer browser •...