PROLiNK DS-3301 User Manual

PROLiNK DS-3301 User Manual

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PROLiNK SMART IR CONTROLLER
DS-3301
ver 1.1

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  • Page 1 User Manual PROLiNK SMART IR CONTROLLER DS-3301 ver 1.1...
  • Page 2 Copyright The contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any part or as a whole, stored, transcribed in an information retrieval system, translated into any language, or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical, magnetic, electronic, optical, photocopying, manual, or otherwise, without the prior written permission.
  • Page 3 Preface Revision Date Descriptions 9 Dec 2019 Initial release 17 Apr 2020 Content Update...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Smart Mode Installation ........................ 8 AP Mode Installation........................11 APP Features and Operation ......................15 PROLiNK mEzee App Features ....................15 PROLiNK mEzee App Operations .................... 16 Adding an IR Remote ......................16 Adding a DIY IR Remote ......................18 Smart IR Controller Information ......................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Product Overview PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller allows you to remotely control your TV, cable box, or any other device that uses an IR remote control through your Android Phone or iOS IPhone from anywhere, at any time by using PROLiNK mEzee App. It communicates with your phone through your local wireless network so that you won't need any separate networks, hubs, or controllers.
  • Page 6: Key Features And Benefits

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Key Features and Benefits • Compatible with Band Steering Enable Router • Small and lightweight - Product is as small as a palm-size and weighing at just 68g, the product is small enough to fit in any TV console or on top of your TV console while not compromising the aesthetics •...
  • Page 7: Packaging Contents

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Packaging Contents Quantity (unit) Item Descriptions PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Quick Installation Guide Micro USB Cable...
  • Page 8: Hardware Overview

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Hardware Overview...
  • Page 9: Smart Ir Controller Placement Recommendation

    For best IR Signal Transmitted and Received, follow these recommendations when placing the DS-3301: 1. Place the DS-3301 Smart IR controller near the electronics or appliances you wish to control. Ensure and limit obstacles blocking the infrared signal 2. Place the DS-3301 Smart IR Controller within three feet of the router...
  • Page 10: App Installation And Login

    QR code to download from Google Store or Apple App Store. 2. Once the app is installed, launch it. 3. If you have already used the PROLiNK mEzee App, tap the “Login with Existing Account”, then enter your mEzee account information. If you have not installed or used the mEzee App before, proceed to App registration.
  • Page 11 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller • Set the password for your mEzee Account. Please note that the password must contain 6-20 characters and must include at least one number.
  • Page 12: Add A Device

    AP Mode Installation 1. Launch the PROLiNK mEzee App 2. Tap “+” on the Add Devices screen to add a new device 3. Select “Universal Remote Control” to add your DS-3301 to mEzee App.
  • Page 13 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 4. The Status Indicator should be flashing blue rapidly, indicating that it is ready to be paired with your network. Tap “Confirm Indicator Rapidly Blink” on the app to continue, 5. If the Status Indicator is not flashing blue rapidly, press and hold the Reset Button for 5 seconds.
  • Page 14 6. Input the password to your wireless network, then tap Confirm again. Please note that, the DS-3301 is only can connect with 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network, if your router is set to Band Steering Enable, please tap “Continue”, if connected to the 5GHz Wi-Fi network please change to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network.
  • Page 15: Ap Mode Installation

    “Reset Button” for 5 Second after the LED indicator blinking fast. The LED Indicator will turn to blinking slow to indicate its ready to setup in AP Mode. 1. Launch the PROLiNK mEzee App 2. Tap “+” on the Add Devices screen to add a new device...
  • Page 16 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 4. Tap “Other Mode” at the top right and select “AP Mode” 5. Press and Hold Reset button for 6seconds to change to AP Mode, indicated by the LED blinks slowly. If it does begin blinking slowly, tap “Confirm Indicator Slow Blinking” on...
  • Page 17 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 6. Enter your Wi-Fi password and tap “Confirm”. Please note that the DS-3301 can only connect to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network. If your router is set to Band Steering Enable, please tap “Continue” when prompted that it only supports 2.4GHz.
  • Page 18 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 8. The Smart IR will start connecting to the home Wi-Fi. Tap “Done” once it is completed.
  • Page 19: App Features And Operation

    Set up your universal IR controller and select from pre-programmed devices Eliminate your multiple remote controls with an all-in-one remote using your smartphone or tablet by using PROLiNK mEzee App Pair with other PROLiNK smart devices to create a scene and trigger other actions to perform...
  • Page 20: Prolink Mezee App Operations

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller PROLiNK mEzee App Operations Adding an IR Remote 1. Launch the mEzee App and select Smart IR > then tap Add remote control. 2. Select a device type. You can choose Set Top Box, TV, Air conditioning, TV Box, Fan, DVD Player, Light, Projector Audio (Hi-Fi) or DIY.
  • Page 21 4. After selecting your device, the controller will enter Learning Mode. 5. Align the Smart IR DS-3301 to your Device that you want to control. Then press the corresponding button in the app to check if the pre-programmed control can control the device.
  • Page 22: Adding A Diy Ir Remote

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Adding a DIY IR Remote 1. Launch the mEzee App and select Smart IR > then tap Add remote control. 2. Select “DIY” option...
  • Page 23 4. Tap “Next step” to continue. Please note, after press the “Next step” under the screen, please make the remote control of the appliance aim at Smart IR Controller DS-3301. The Status Indicator will illuminate solid Blue, indicating that the Smart IR Controller...
  • Page 24 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 5. Point the remote at the center if the device, Press the button on the remote that you wish to teach to the Smart IR Controller. The Status Indicator will extinguish. 6. Enter the name of the button, tap “Save”...
  • Page 25 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 7. Then, if you have another button you want to teach to the Smart IR Controller, tap “Continue”, then repeat steps 5 and 6. 8. Once you have finished teaching buttons to the IR Controller, tap Save to save the changes.
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  • Page 27: Smart Ir Controller Information

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Smart IR Controller Information Change Smart IR Controller Name, Icon and Location 1. Launch mEzee App, tap “Smart IR” Icon > and tap edit option on top right corner 2. Tap on “edit” Icon on name section.
  • Page 28: Smart Ir Device Information

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 3. User can change icon for DS-3301, change name and can change location of the device. Smart IR Device Information On this option user can check the Smart IR information such as Device ID, IP Address of the...
  • Page 29: Share Device

    Add the share user as a family member. Check Device Network On this section, user can check is the DS-3301 Smart IR Controller is still connected to the network or not. mEzee App will detect the network and check the device network connection...
  • Page 30: Check For Firmware Upgrade

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Check for Firmware Upgrade On this section user can check the current firmware install and to check if there is available update for the device.
  • Page 31: Linking The Ir Controller With Amazon Alexa

    Linking the IR Controller with Amazon Alexa 1. Prior to linking with Amazon Alexa, a. please ensure that you have an existing Alexa enabled speaker (e.g. PROLiNK SONORITY II, Amazon Echo, Amazon Echo Dot, etc) connected within the same Wi- Fi network as the IR controller.
  • Page 32 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 5. Alexa will list all the device that available for the mEzee account...
  • Page 33 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Note: Each time the device's name is changed in the PROLiNK mEzee App, Alexa must rediscover it again before it can be controlled. Although the device discovery is automated, you might want to use the Device Discovery in Amazon Alexa to ensure smooth user experience.
  • Page 34: Linking The Ir Controller With Google Assistant

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Linking the IR Controller with Google Assistant 1. Prior to linking with Google Assistant, a. please ensure that you have an existing Google Assistant enabled speaker (e.g. Google Home) or an Android phone with Google Assistant built-in connected within the same Wi-Fi network as the IR controller b.
  • Page 35 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 4. Search and select “Smart Life” 5. Select the country code matching your mEzee Account, key in your credential and tap Link Now to proceed...
  • Page 36 PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller 6. Select mEzee, tap “Link Now” and “Authorize” when prompted 7. You are now done, select your IR control or any of the Smart Home devices discovered by Google Assistant and assign to any room you wish, for easy identification. (example shown...
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  • Page 40: Technical Specification

    PROLiNK DS-3301 Smart IR Controller Technical Specification Specification Hardware Interface Micro USB power input 1x LED indicator Power Supply DC 5V 1A (power adaptor is not included in the packaging) Weight Dimensions 68 x 68 x 26 mm Wireless Wireless Standards IEEE 802.11b/g/n...

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