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YoLink Finger
YS4908-UC
Installation & User Guide
Revision Feb. 05, 2024

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  • Page 1 Garage Door Controller 2 / YoLink Finger YS4908-UC Installation & User Guide Revision Feb. 05, 2024...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents . Welcome . Before You Begin . In the Box . Required Items . Get to Know Your Finger . Install the App . Add Your Finger to the App . Installation . Testing . Power Up . App Functions: Device Screen .
  • Page 3: Welcome

    Welcome Thank you for purchasing YoLink products! We appreciate you trusting YoLink for your smart home & automation needs. Your 100% satisfaction is our goal. If you experience any problems with your installation, with our products or if you have any questions that this manual does not answer, please contact us right away.
  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin Visit our Finger support page on our website, for the latest installation guides, additional resources, information and videos by visiting: https://www.yosmart.com/support/YS4908-UC Or by scanning the QR code: Download the most current version of the user guide by scanning the QR code:...
  • Page 5: In The Box

    Before You Begin, Continued Your Finger connects to the internet via a YoLink hub, and it does not connect directly to your WiFi or local network. In order for remote access to the device from the app, and for full functionality, a hub is required.
  • Page 6: Required Items

    Required Items The following items may be needed: & Drill with Drill Bits Phillips Screws (2) Plastic Anchors(2) Medium Phillips Screwdriver Double-Sided Mounting Tape Level Pencil...
  • Page 7: Get To Know Your Finger

    Get to Know Your YoLink Finger Status LED Set Button Up Control Button Down Control Button Battery Compartment Cover (Two Mounting Holes For Wall-Mounting, Not Shown) Actuator / Finger LED & Beep Behaviors Blinking Red Once, then Fast Blinking Green...
  • Page 8: Install The App

    Install the App If you are new to YoLink, please install the app on your phone or tablet, if you have not already. Otherwise, please proceed to the next section. Scan the appropriate QR code below or find the “YoLink app” on the appropriate app store.
  • Page 9: Add Your Finger To The App

    Add Your Finger to the App 1. Tap Add Device (if shown) or tap the scanner icon: Scanner icon 2. Approve access to your phone’s camera, if requested. A viewfinder will be shown on the app. 3. Hold the phone over the QR code so that the code appears in the viewfinder.
  • Page 10 Add Your Finger to the App, Continued 4. You can change the device name and assign it to a room later. Tap Bind device. 5. If successful, the screen will appear as shown. Tap Done.
  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Pre-installation considerations: As shown in the images below, the YoLink Finger/Garage Door Controller 2 will be placed or installed adjacent to a garage door opener button. The motorized finger depresses the button, which will in turn open or close the garage door.
  • Page 12 Installation, Continued If it is not practical to install the controller at the garage door button, you may consider using the controller with a visor transmitter, as shown in Figure 2. The transmitter will need to be fastened or adhered to a surface, and then the controller installed adjacent to it, placed to depress one of the transmitter’s buttons.
  • Page 13 Installation, Continued Figure 1 Figure 2...
  • Page 14 Installation, Continued Generally, the optimal placement and installation of the controller depends on the specific and optimal point where the finger depresses the button, and the “resting” position of the finger. The resting position is the height of the tip of the finger above the button, when not in operation.
  • Page 15 finger’s resting position with the finger tip roughly at least ½” (~13mm) above the button. 3. While viewing the Finger, locate the Finger/Garage Door Controller 2 in the app, and tap the Open/Close button. Verify the door or gate operates correctly (opens or closes, as...
  • Page 16 Installation, Continued 4. You may optionally mark the location of the controller with a pencil or other method, and check the level of the controller. 5. Clean and dry the controller location, as noted previously. 6. Remove the protective plastic from the back of the controller entirely.
  • Page 17 Installation, Continued Install the YoLink Finger/Garage Door Controller 2 (Screw-Mounted Method): 1. Refer to the mounting tape method instructions for proper placement and pre-adjustments of the controller. 2. Remove the battery compartment cover by gently prying at the notch and lifting off the cover.
  • Page 18: Testing

    finger. Adjusting the finger higher above the button, to provide more than a ½” gap, may resolve this problem. Proceed to the full installation and user guide to complete the set-up and testing of your new Garage Door Controller 2.
  • Page 19: Power Up

    Power Up Press the SET button briefly, long enough for the LED to illuminate, blinking red then green. SET Button...
  • Page 20: App Functions: Device Screen

    App Functions: Device Screen In the app, tap on your Finger icon. Your Finger main screen should be similar to the one shown below. Tap to Exit This Screen Device Name Tap for Contact & Support Resources Tap for Device Details Screen Connection Status of Finger and Hub...
  • Page 21: App Functions: Device Details Screen

    App Functions: Device Details Screen Tap the three dots (in the upper right corner) to open the Finger Details screen. Your Finger’s screen should be similar to the one shown below. Device Type Device Name (Tap to Edit) Room (Tap to Edit) Alert Settings Tap to enable or disable garage door sensor alerts, if...
  • Page 22 App Functions: Device Details Screen, Continued Model Number Device EUI Unique Identifier Number Device Serial Number Signal Intensity (From YoLink Hub) Firmware Revision (Refer to page 33) Remove Device from Current Account Tap to delete the device from your YoLink account...
  • Page 23: App Functions: Alarm Strategy Screen

    App Functions: Alarm Strategy Screen If paired with garage door sensor, you can set up notifications in Alarm Strategy settings, make sure you have enabled App, Email, SMS notification from the app->Menu->Settings-> Account Settings->Advanced Settings, and verified your email address and added your phone number in the app.
  • Page 24 All, if desired to send to all members Send SMS Tap to select Admin to enable limited text messages, select All, if desired to send to all members Trigger Action Tap to choose trigger actions (YoLink sirens, YoLink SpeakerHubs, scene)
  • Page 25: App Functions: Smart - Scene

    App Functions: Smart – Scene Go to App Menu->Settings->Account-> Advanced Settings->Enable the control of security devices, then you can set up scene for your Finger. Tap to view the scene history Tap to save the settings Name Tap to edit the scene name Icon Tap to select a scene icon Favorite...
  • Page 26: App Functions: Smart - Automation

    App Functions: Smart - Automation The Finger can be set up as an action in automation. Firstly go to App Menu->Settings-> Account->Advanced Settings->Enable the control of security devices. Tap to save the settings Edit the name of the automation Tap to set a condition for the automation Add behavior Tap to add a behavior...
  • Page 27: Control-D2D

    Control D2D YoLink Control-D2D (device-to-device) pairing is a feature unique to YoLink products. One device can be paired to one (or more) devices. When two or more devices are paired, a link is created, “locking-in” the behavior, so that the device(s)
  • Page 28 Control D2D, Continued While online, any paired behaviors as well as automation and scene settings (desired siren behaviors set in advance by you, such as the door sensor/siren example) will both be carried out. Paired behaviors and app settings can coexist, but use care to not create conflicting actions between the two, as the device may not operate as desired.
  • Page 29 Control D2D, Continued 2. To configure a Finger as the responder, press and hold the SET button for 5-10 seconds until the LED quickly blinks green, then, release the button. SET Button Press for 5 to 10 Seconds 3. Upon pairing, the LED will stop blinking (this may happen after only blinking two or three times).
  • Page 30 Control D2D, Continued 2. On the Finger, press and hold the SET button for 10 to 15 seconds, until the LED quickly blinks red, then release the button. The LED will flash green prior to the 10 second mark, going into pairing mode, but keep pressing until the LED flashes red.
  • Page 31: App & 3Rd-Party Services

    YoLink integration page for instructions. https://www.home-assistant.io/integrations/yoli To integrate with 3rd-party systems, the Finger must first be paired with the (Garage) Door Sensor, in the YoLink App. After this initial pairing, 3rd-party systems can discover the controller. The Home Assistant does not have this limitation.
  • Page 32: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement, Continued Remove the battery cover by gently prying with your fingertip or tool at the edge as shown. DOWN Remove the old batteries, and then press the SET button several times. DOWN...
  • Page 33 Battery Replacement, Continued Install two new alkaline non-rechargeable AA batteries, and then close the battery cover. 2 × AAA DOWN Using the app, check the online status of the sensor and verify there is no low-battery indicator. DOWN Do not mix old and new batteries...
  • Page 34: Factory Reset

    Factory Reset Factory reset will erase device settings and restore it to factory default settings. Doing a factory reset will not remove the device from your account and it will not harm the device, or lose any data or require you to redo your automations, etc.
  • Page 35: Firmware Update

    Firmware Update Your YoLink products are constantly being improved, with new features added. It is periodically necessary to make changes to your device's firmware. For optimal performance of your system, and to give you access to all available features for your devices, these firmware updates should be installed when they...
  • Page 36: Specifications

    Specifications Voltage: 3V DC (2-AA battery) Dimensions, Imperial 3.83 x 3.19 x 0.82 (L x W x D): inches Dimensions, Metric 97.2 × 81 × 20.8 mm (L x W x D): Environment: Working Temperature: 32°F - 122°F (0°C-50°C) Working Humidity: 10%-90% non-condensing...
  • Page 37 Specifications, Continued 3.19” (81.0mm) 1.18” (30.0mm) 2.17” (55.2mm) 0.82” (20.8mm) DOWN FRONT SIDE 3.19” (81.0mm) 2.17” (55.2mm)
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting These troubleshooting suggestions assume the device has been successfully added to the app. If the device is not working correctly and it is not In the app, return to the Add the Finger to the App section and double-check or re-do these steps.
  • Page 39 Refer to page 32 for instructions. If the device remains non-operational, it may be defective. Please contact us for assistance with replacing your YoLink product. E. Other issues, please contact us via the info on the last page of this guide.
  • Page 40: Warnings

    Warnings Please install, operate and maintain the Finger only as outlined in this manual. Improper use may damage the unit and/or void the warranty Use only new, name brand, alkaline non-rechargeable AA batteries Do not use rechargeable batteries Do not use zinc blend batteries Do not mix new and old batteries Do not puncture or damage batteries.
  • Page 41 Warnings, Continued Install or use this device only in clean environments. Extremely dusty or dirty environments may prevent the proper operation of this device, and will void the warranty If your Finger gets dirty, please clean it by wiping it down with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use strong chemicals or detergents, which may discolor or damage the exterior and/or damage the electronics, voiding the...
  • Page 42: Warranty

    Warranty 2 Year Limited Electrical Warranty YoSmart Inc. warrants to the original user (“customer”) of this product that it will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal use, for 2 years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to devices that have been improperly installed, modified, put to a use other than designed, or subjected to acts of God (such as floods,...
  • Page 43: Fcc Statement

    FCC Statement 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.
  • Page 44 FCC Statement, Continued - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction. PRODUCT NAME: FINGER PARTY: YOSMART, INC.
  • Page 45: Contact Us

    Support Home Page Finally, if you have any feedback or suggestions for us, please email us at feedback@yosmart.com Thank you for trusting YoLink! YoLink Customer Support 25172 Arctic Ocean Drive, Suite 106, Lake Forest, CA 92630 © 2024 YOSMART INC. CALIFORNIA, USA...

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