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- Page 1 GEWA Connect User manual Art. nr: 461180 461188 EN 7.0...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
To set the system settings correctly on the Android mobile device To prepare the hardware To create a user account at myAbilia and register the license To install the Multibox and install and configure the GEWA Connect application GEWA Settings Personalise GEWA Connect GEWA at myabilia.com... - Page 4 To update the firmware in the Multibox Troubleshooting Storage and disposal Storage Disposal Product specifications Multibox Accessories Important information Safety definitions Safety instructions before using GEWA Connect Serious incidents Conformance with requirements for medical devices Product liability Registered trademarks Contact Information...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Introduction About GEWA Connect The product is a remote control for appliances and electronic equipment. The product consists of the application "GEWA Connect" to be installed on an Android mobile device (not included) and an environmental control unit (Multibox). With the Multibox, the user can also get access to all applications on the mobile device when operating the product by use of an external switch. -
Page 6: About This Document
Introduction About this document This user manual describes how to set up and use the product. The user manual is intended for technicians and support persons who have the responsibility to configure the product and to educate the user in the use of this product. -
Page 7: Product Overview, Multibox
Introduction Product overview, Multibox 1. Receiver of infrared (IR) signals Included parts for IR recordings. Refer to To Environmental control unit create an IR button on page 18. (Multibox) 2. Activity indicator Charger for the Multibox, 3. Speaker including a 2 m USB cable 4. -
Page 8: Preparations
Preparations Preparations Requirements to use the product An Android mobile device with Android version 7.0 or higher and support for Bluetooth® 3.0. A Google account. Applications that are compatible with scanning: Use the keyboard application "Gboard". Use the browser application "Google Chrome". For the camera, use for example "Open Camera". -
Page 9: To Create A User Account At Myabilia And Register The License
"Android Settings" opens and you can configure an Internet connection. NOTE: GEWA Connect is always active in the background and scanning can be activated by pushing the external switch regardless of which application is in use. To access the environmental control functionality it is, however, necessary to open the GEWA Connect application. -
Page 10: Gewa Settings
Alternative 1: Open the "GEWA Settings" application on your mobile device. Alternative 2: Tap (A), select "Switch to Edit mode", tap (B) and select "Settings". Alternative 3: Push and hold the external switch until the "Longpress" menu opens, and select "Settings". Refer to Use GEWA Connect on page 25. - Page 11 Preparations Settings menu "Scanning" Refer to Scanning settings on the next page. "Phone" Refer to Phone settings on page 14. Multibox installation and status information. If an update is available, the button "Update Multibox" is "Multibox" enabled. Refer to To update the firmware in the Multibox on page 34.
- Page 12 Preparations Scanning settings Value Icon Scanning setting Description (default) 1-20 "Point scanning The speed of the scanning lines when they speed" move across the screen. 0.5-3 s "Row / Linear The time each object is selected when scanning speed" scanning through all objects on the screen. (1 s) "Linear scanning Enables the exclusive use of Linear (item...
- Page 13 Preparations When disabled, everything on the screen rotates when you switch from portrait to landscape mode:...
- Page 14 Preparations Phone settings Icon Scanning setting Description "Media volume": music, videos etc. Value 0-15. "Alarm volume": alarm signals. Value 1-15. "Notification volume". Value 1-15. "System volume": volume on or off. NOTE: Alarm "Phone volume" volume is always on. Value 0-15. "Call volume": output volume of a phone call.
- Page 15 Preparations Settings of the Alert function An "Alert" function is activated when you press the external switch and hold it for the configured number of seconds. The function activates an IR signal, a GEWA Radio signal or a relay output. The Multibox restarts automatically when the "Alert"...
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Page 16: Personalise Gewa Connect
Personalise GEWA Connect Personalise GEWA Connect When GEWA Connect opens for the first time, it is empty. Create pages and buttons for environmental control as necessary for the user. GEWA at myabilia.com myabilia.com you can create templates for pages and buttons. These templates can be synchronised to the mobile device for a quick setup of environmental control. -
Page 17: Buttons
Personalise GEWA Connect Buttons A button can send a signal for an environmental control function or go to another page. A button consists of a command, a name and a symbol. Create buttons on the related pages. For example, all buttons for environmental control in the bedroom should be created on the page "Bedroom". -
Page 18: To Create An Ir Button
The product uses 3 types of IR signals: Recorded IR signals from a remote control, for example a TV remote control. GEWA Link, used with Abilia receivers for example to turn a lamp on and off. GEWA 4096 coded signals, used with Abilia receivers for example to open the front door. -
Page 19: To Create A Button With Ir Macro Function
Personalise GEWA Connect To create a button with IR macro function A macro is a sequence of signals. A button with macro function can do the same thing as pressing several buttons in a sequence, for example turn on the TV to a specific channel. -
Page 20: To Create A Button For Alert
Personalise GEWA Connect To create a button for Alert The Alert function is configured in "GEWA Settings" > "Alert". 1. Follow steps 1-6 in To create a new page on page 17. In step 4, enter a name for the button. 2. Tap the down arrow to the right of “IR item” and select “Activate Alert” in the list. -
Page 21: To Create A Button For A Personal Contact
Personalise GEWA Connect To create a button for a personal contact 1. Tap "Options" (A) and select "Switch to Edit Mode". 2. Tap the button "New object". 3. Tap "Name" and enter a name of the personal contact. 4. Tap the down arrow to the right of "IR item" and select "Communication". -
Page 22: To Create A Button For The Phone Or Messages Application
Personalise GEWA Connect To create a button for the phone or messages application 1. Tap "Options" (A) and select "Switch to Edit Mode". 2. Tap the button "New object". 3. Optional: Tap "Name" and enter a name for the phone/message application button. -
Page 23: To Arrange Buttons On A Page
Personalise GEWA Connect To arrange buttons on a page 1. Tap "Options" (A) and select "Switch to Edit mode". 2. Tap the "Options" button on the created button and select "Move up" or "Move down". 3. Do step 2 again and again until the button has the correct position. -
Page 24: Scanning Sound
Personalise GEWA Connect Scanning sound A scanning sound is heard during row / linear scanning, and you can also set the sound to be heard when you select the page or button. The standard scanning sound can be replaced by a recorded sound. -
Page 25: Use Gewa Connect
Charge the battery of the Multibox and the mobile device daily. To use GEWA Connect for environmental control Open the GEWA Connect application on your mobile device. You can now use the environmental control and the simplified access to phone and text message functionality. -
Page 26: To Send Text Messages
Use GEWA Connect To send text messages To send a text message using a created personal contact button: 1. Tap the personal contact button. 2. Tap the "Messages" symbol. 3. Type the message. NOTE: To text by voice, press: 4. Tap the SMS arrow in the text field to send the message. -
Page 27: To Use The Scanning Function
Use GEWA Connect To use the scanning function You can select between different scanning methods: Row scanning (default): A highlighted field moves between all object on the screen – first vertically (row by row), then horizontally (item by item). Linear scanning: A highlighted field moves between all objects on the screen item by item. - Page 28 To navigate back to a previous page or view, use the “Back” option in the “Longpress menu”. Refer to To use the "Longpress menu" on page 30. NOTE: GEWA Connect is always active in the background and scanning can be activated by pushing the external switch regardless of which application is in use.
- Page 29 Use GEWA Connect To open the "Click menu" NOTE: The "Click menu" only shows if the current application supports the functions scroll, zoom and longpress. For example, the "Click menu" shows in a web browser, but not in the GEWA applications.
- Page 30 Use GEWA Connect To use the "Longpress menu" The “Longpress menu” is a menu with options for scanning and navigation. To open the ”Longpress menu”, push and hold the switch for 2.5 seconds NOTE: To change the delay time (default 2.5 seconds) for opening the "Longpress menu",or for disable "Longpress menu", refer to Scanning settings...
- Page 31 Use GEWA Connect "Volume down" Decreases the volume. Only available during a phone call. "Notifications" Opens the notification drawer on the mobile device. "Off" Turns off the screen and puts it in sleep mode. "Power menu" Opens the power menu on the mobile device.
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Page 32: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance To charge the batteries It is recommended to charge the Multibox battery and the mobile device battery each night, when the product is not in use. 1. Put the small connector of the USB cable in the USB port on the device. 2. -
Page 33: To Update The Gewa Connect Application
Maintenance To update the GEWA Connect application Regularly do a check in Google Play Store that you have the latest version of the GEWA Connect application. If a new version is available, download the GEWA Connect application from Google Play Store and install it. To do a backup WARNING: Make sure that the user always can get help through a backup system if the product does not operate correctly. -
Page 34: To Prepare The Product For A New User
4. Install the GEWA Connect application to the new mobile device. Refer to To install the Multibox and install and configure the GEWA Connect application on page 9. 5. Log in to the mobile device with the new user's myAbilia account. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
If you have questions regarding the functions or the settings in the product, speak to your product supplier or dealer. Refer to the back cover of this user manual for contact information or go to www.abilia.com to find your nearest dealer. -
Page 36: Storage And Disposal
3.5 mm jack for external switch and relay output Dimensions, L × W × D 108 x 67 x 22 mm Weight, including battery 153 g Connection for data transfer Micro USB 2.0 Accessories For available accessories, go to www.abilia.com. -
Page 37: Important Information
CAUTION: Risk of damage to the product if the instructions are not followed. NOTE: Information that is necessary in a given situation. Safety instructions before using GEWA Connect WARNING: Read the following warning instructions before you use the product. The "Alert" function must not be used as an emergency alarm and never be used if a person is in danger if the "Alert"... -
Page 38: Serious Incidents
Abilia AB is not liable for any loss, damage or consequential loss if the product has been used or installed in any way other than as specified in this document. -
Page 39: Contact Information
Contact Information Sweden Abilia AB, Råsundavägen 6, 169 67 Solna, Sweden Phone +46 (0)8- 594 694 00 | support@abilia.se | www.abilia.se Norway Abilia AS, Tevlingveien 23, 1081 Oslo, Norway Phone +47 23 28 94 00 | support@abilia.no | www.abilia.no United Kingdom... - Page 40 Abilia AB, Råsundavägen 6, 169 67 Solna, Sweden Phone +46 (0)8- 594 694 00 | info@abilia.com | www.abilia.com...