OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
description
The NOUS A9 smart Wi-Fi socket (hereinafter referred to as the smart socket) is designed for automatic and manual switching on/off of electrical appliances in the room. It can be controlled remotely via the Internet, using a smartphone or tablet with the Nous Smart Home application installed . Communication with the socket is configured via a cloud server using the P2P protocol using the built-in Wi-Fi adapter. The smart socket has a mechanical button and a status indicator. It is equipped with an electromechanical relay and supports the function of energy monitoring and accounting of consumed electricity.
ATTENTION: Connecting a smart socket to the Internet cannot be guaranteed in all cases, as it depends on many conditions: the quality of the communication channel and intermediate network equipment, the make and model of the mobile device, the version of the operating system, etc.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
- Read this manual carefully.
- Use the product within the temperature and humidity limits specified in the technical data sheet.
- Do not install the product near heat sources such as radiators, etc.
- Do not drop the device or subject it to mechanical stress.
- Do not use chemically active or abrasive detergents to clean the product. Use a damp flannel cloth instead.
- Do not overload the specified capacity. This may cause a short circuit and electric shock.
- Do not disassemble the product yourself - diagnostics and repairs of the device should only be carried out at a certified service center.
Design and controls
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| 1 | Indicator | Shows the current status of the device |
| 2 | Button | A short press of the button turns the device on and off. A long press of the button (5-7°C) resets the smart plug settings and Wi-Fi connection settings. |
Connection
To connect the Nous A9 smart socket, you need a smartphone based on the Android or iOS mobile operating system with the Nous Smart Home application installed. This mobile application is free and available for download from the Play Market and App Store. The QR code for the application is given below:
After installing the application, for it to work correctly, you need to grant it all permissions in the appropriate section of your smartphone settings. Then you need to register a new user for this application.
To connect a smart plug to a Wi-Fi network:
| 1 | Connect your smartphone to the Wi-Fi network that will be used for the outlet. The device works in 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks . | |
| 2 | Plug the power cord into the wall outlet. If the indicator light is not flashing quickly, press the button for 5-7 seconds to reset to factory settings. | |
| 3 | Open the Nous Smart Home app and press the button to add a new device. | |
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Automatic scanning will find the new device. Confirm the connection and start pairing. |
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If the device is not found automatically, you can add it manually from the device list. |
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In the "Add Manually" tab , select the "Smart Sockets" category , and then the "A9 Socket" model . |
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In the new window, click "Next Step" and then "Next" . |
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| 8 | Make sure the Wi-Fi network name is correct, enter the password, and click Next . | |
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A window will appear showing the degree of network connection. |
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Once the process is complete, you will be able to name the device and select the room it is located in. This name will also be used on Amazon Alexa and Google Home . |
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To delete all data from the outlet, select "Delete device" from the device menu , then "Power off and delete all data" . |
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| When the device is removed from the user's device list in the app, the smart plug settings will be reset to factory defaults and you will need to go through the Wi-Fi connection process again. If the Wi-Fi access point password was entered incorrectly, the app will display a "Failed to connect to Wi-Fi" window after the timer expires with step-by-step instructions on how to fix the problem. | ||
How to connect your device to Alexa
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Log in using your Alexa account and password (if you are not already logged in, sign up first); Once logged in, click the menu in the upper left corner, then click “Settings” and select “Set up a new device”; |
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Select "Skills" in the settings bar, then search for |
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Enter the username and password you previously registered (account supported only in the United States); When you see the correct page, it means your Alexa account is linked to your NOUS Smart Home account. |
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Device Discovery: Users need to say to Echo: |
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List of support skills |
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| Attention: the device name must match the name of the NOUS Smart Home application. | ||