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Voltson Smart WiFi Outlet Model No.: ESW01-USA Questions or Concerns? Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PT support@etekcity.com • (888) 402-1684...
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Android™ or iOS™ devices. Pair your smart outlet with the Etekcity VeSync app to use your phone to control your connected electrical appliances anywhere, at any time. Set up your smart outlet with the IFTTT™...
Table of Contents Package Contents More Features Specifications • Connecting with Amazon Alexa Safety Information • Connecting with Google Home FCC statement to the user • Log Out FCC radiation exposure statement IFTTT Light Indicator Chart • Pairing Your Smart Outlet with IFTTT VeSync App Setup •...
Specifications Communication Mode IEEE802.11b/g/n (WiFi) Communication Frequency 2.4GHz Wireless Distance 98-164 feet | 30-50 meters (Outlet to Router) (max visible range) Maximum Switch Current 10A AC Power Supply Range & AC 120V, 60Hz Supply Frequency Operating Environment -10°C-40C° | 14°F-104°F Storage &...
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 maximum load current of 10A (approximately 1200W) by plugging in appliances that require a higher load current.
FCC statement to the user 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 this equipment.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Product Requirements • A smartphone or tablet running on iOS 8.0/Android 4.3 or higher. • A 2.4GHz WiFi connection (supports 802.11b/g/n standard). The smart outlet is compatible with electrical appliances that use 10A current. Connecting an appliance that uses more than 10A current may cause the outlet fuse to blow.
Light Indicator Chart LED Light Status Description Color Yellow Solid Outlet is turned on Outlet is in Smart Solid Configuration Mode Outlet is in APN Configuration Mode / Outlet Blue Slow blinking has gone offline after being connected Blinks quickly, then Outlet was hard reset turns off Outlet is in Smart...
VeSync App Setup Note: The VeSync app and IFTTT app user interfaces may appear slightly different. Connect your mobile device to a 2.4GHz WiFi network. Note: The smart outlet will only setup on a 2.4GHz network. Scan the QR code or download the VeSync app from the App Store®...
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Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds, until the WiFi indicator lights solid blue. This will put your smart outlet into Smart Configuration Mode. Then tap Next. Note: Smart Configuration Mode will turn off after 5 minutes. Type in the name of your home WiFi network and Join Network.
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The outlet will take a few seconds to connect. If the Smart Configuration fails, go to APN Mode (page 13). Your setup is complete! Give your outlet a unique name, or use the default name and tap OK. Back to Table of Contents...
APN Configuration Mode If Smart Configuration Mode fails to connect your smart switch to your WiFi, you can use APN (Access Point Name) Mode. You can also choose this mode at the beginning of setup instead of Smart Configuration Mode. If you’re starting from the initial “Add Device”...
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Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds until the LED light slowly blinks blue. Type in the name of your home WiFi network and password. Then tap Join Network. Note: The smart outlet configuration requires a 2.4GHz WiFi network.
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Set WiFi Now and select the WiFi network that reads “ESP_”.
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The outlet will take a few seconds to connect. To return to the “Add Device” page, tap <. Your setup is complete! Give your outlet a unique name, or use the default name and tap Ok. Note: You can change the device name and icon at any time. , then tap Device Settings.
Functions Turning Devices On/Off On the “My Home” page or the smart outlet page, tap to turn the devices on or off. Note: The outlet will remain connected to the internet even when it is turned off. Device is Off Device is On Back to Table of Contents...
Create Schedule Go to the smart outlet page. to create a scheduled time for the smart outlet to turn on and/or off. Select an option from the “Schedule Task” page.
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To set a start time: > next to Start. Scroll up and down to select time. Alternatively, < for Sunrise and > for Sunset. to confirm. Note: You must allow the VeSync app to access your location to determine when Sunrise and Sunset are for your area.
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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: You must allow the VeSync app to access your location to determine when Sunrise and Sunset are for your area. 06:30 AM...
Set Timer You can create a timer to turn your smart outlet on and off. Tap Timer. Then, Timer. or Off. Scroll up and down to set time and select to confirm and start timer. Timer will start automatically.
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to cancel the timer. Tap to restart the timer. Note: • If you selected On, the timer will turn on after the timer ends. • To remove the timer entry, tap on the timer entry, then tap Delete. Back to Table of Contents...
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”...
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Start Sets time to start Away Mode > next to “Start”. Scroll up and down to select time. to confirm.
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Sets time to end Away Mode > next to “End”. Scroll up and down to select time. to confirm.
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Repeat Select days you want to repeat Away Mode > next to “Repeat”. Select days you want this task to repeat. to confirm.
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You can turn the Away Mode timer on/off at any time by tapping the toggle button to the right of the timer. Back to Table of Contents...
Smart Outlet Settings to see Device Settings. The Device Settings menu allows you to: Edit your smart outlet name. Edit your smart outlet picture. Turn smart outlet notifications on/off. Turn on/off Energy Saving Mode (see page 33). Turn on/off Abnormal Power Protection (see page 34).
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 and Max Cost.
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.
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. Tap +.
Delete a Smart Outlet You can delete your smart outlet from the VeSync app from the “Device Settings” screen. To delete your device, tap Delete Device. 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.
More Features On the “My Home” page, tap More, 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.
Log Out On the “My Home” screen, tap More. Out. Tap your profile, then tap Note: You do not need to log out if you are not using a VeSync account. example@email.com Example example@email.com...
Create an Applet Using Existing VeSync Templates Applets. Open the IFTTT app and tap Services and tap VeSync.
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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.
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Under Device, select the smart outlet that you want the applet to apply to and tap Save. The applet has been created successfully! Back to Table of Contents...
Create a Custom Applet On the My Applets screen, tap to add a Trigger Service.
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Example: To trigger a service everyday at 11:45 PM: Tap the Date & Time icon. Every day Under “Time”, select 11:45 PM. Note: Popular Trigger Services include Date & Time, Location, and an Alexa or Google Home Command. Different Trigger Services have different user interfaces.
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After selecting the Trigger Service, tap enter an Action Service. Tap the VeSync icon.
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Activate a Device. Select the smart outlet and status you would like to Create Action. activate (turn on or turn off). Tap...
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Tap Finish. You’ve created your own custom applet! Back to Table of Contents...
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 Factory resetting the smart outlet can help you troubleshoot any issues you may have.
Troubleshooting Q: Why aren’t my outlets connecting? • During the setup process, you must be on a 2.4GHz WiFi network. • Make sure the WiFi password you entered is correct. • Be sure the LED light on the outlet matches the method of setup (see Light Indication Chart, page 7).
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Q: I’m using APN Mode, but can’t find the “ESP” access point. • Press and hold the power button on the outlet for 10-14 seconds to trigger APN Mode. The “ESP” access point will appear in your list of available WiFi connections. •...
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outlet icon appear on the “My Home” screen of the VeSync app? • After adding your smart outlet to the VeSync app (see VeSync App Setup, page 8), refresh the main menu screen by closing and reopening the app. Q: Alexa or Google Home can’t find my app or can’t discover my smart outlet.
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.
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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.
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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