ETEKCITY Voltson ESO15-TB User manual

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Smart Outdoor WiFi Outlet
Model No.: ESO15-TB
User Manual
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Your smart outlet allows you to control electrical
appliances, such as porch lights, holiday lights and
decorations, patio lights, and fountains, with your
Android™ or iOS™ devices. Pair your smart outlet with
the VeSync app to use your phone to control your
connected electrical appliances anywhere, any time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please
reach out to our helpful Customer Support Team at
[e-mail]. We hope you enjoy your new
smart outlet!
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Table of Contents
Product Diagram
Package Contents
1 x Smart Outdoor WiFi Outlet
1 x Quick Start Guide
Package Contents 339
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Functions
VeSync App Setup 10
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42
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Smart Outlet Settings
Safety Information 539
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• Set Timer
• Create Schedule
Maintaining Your Smart Outlet
Troubleshooting
Warranty Information
Customer Support
• Abnormal Power Protection
Specifications 439
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• Turning the Smart Outlet
On/Off
Configuration 11
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• Energy Saving Mode
Light Chart 9
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• Away Mode
• Share Your Smart Outlet
• Delete a Smart Outlet
More Features
• Connecting with Amazon Alexa
• Connecting with Google Home
• Log Out
• Contact Customer Support
• Firmware Updates
• Resetting
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Specifications
Communication Mode IEEE802.11b/g/n (WiFi)
Communication Frequency 2.4GHz
Wireless Distance
(Outlet to Router)
98–164 ft / 30–50 m
(max visible range)
Maximum Outlet Capacity 15A
AC Power Supply Range & Supply
Frequency 120V, 60Hz
Operating Environment 14°F–104°F / -10°C–40C°
Storage & Transportation
Environment -4°F–158°F / -20°C–70°C.
Waterproof Level IPX4
Materials ABS +PC flame retardant polymer with
UV protection
Compatible Systems Android™ 4.3 or higher / iOS™ 8.0 or
higher
Dimensions 4.2 x 3.3 x 1.7 in / 107 x 83.4 x 42.8 mm
Cord Length 4.1 in / 105 mm
Note: The outlet’s WiFi signal range can be weakened or disrupted if:
• Your WiFi frequency band is not 2.4GHz.
• Your WiFi network and/or your smart outlet is blocked by objects that
are too thick, such as walls, floors, and furniture.
• Other electrical appliances are interfering with your WiFi signal (such
as microwave ovens, wireless speakers, and LCD displays).

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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 outlet’s maximum load current of 15A
(approximately 1800W) by plugging in appliances that
require a higher load current. Always check appliance
labels to find out their electrical power rating before
using.
• The maximum load for both sockets at once is 15A. Do
not plug two 15A appliances into the outlet at the same
time. 2 appliances can be plugged in at once if they
are 7A or below (such as most lights and other small
appliances). If using a 15A appliance, only use 1 socket.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• This outlet is intended for outdoor use, but is also safe
for indoor use.
• Always keep dry.
Safety Information
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following 2 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 the equipment.
FCC Notice
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating
instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance
with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation
instructions as documented in this manual. This transmitter must not be co-
located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This
equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm
between the radiator and your body. The availability of some specific channels
and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware
programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware
setting is not accessible by the end user.
FCC Radiation Exposure Notice

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• A smartphone running on iOS 8.0/Android 4.3 or higher.
• A secure 2.4GHz WiFi connection (supports 802.11b/g/n
standard).
• AC input voltage that is between 100V–125V.
The smart outlet is compatible with electrical appliances that use
15A current. Connecting an appliance that uses more than 15A
current may cause the outlet fuse to blow.
Product Requirements
Product Diagram
Front
A
B
Back
A. Power Button
B. LED Indicator Light
Note: If the fuse is blown, neither socket will work.

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Light Chart
Light Color Status Description
Yellow Solid Outlet is on
Blue / Purple
Blinks twice every
5 seconds
Outlet is trying to connect
to WiFi
Blinks once every
5 seconds
Outlet is connected to WiFi,
but is trying to connect to
server
1 blink per second Outlet is in
Configuration Mode
4 blinks per second Outlet was hard reset
None No light Outlet is off
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VeSync App Setup
1. To download the VeSync app, scan the QR code, or search
“VeSync” in the Apple App Store® or Google Play™ Store.
Note: For Android users, you must select Allow to use
VeSync.
Note: Due to continuing updates and improvements, the VeSync
app may appear slightly different. In case of any differences,
follow the in-app instructions.
Note: You must create your own VeSync account to use third-
party services and products, such as the Amazon®Echo™and
Google Home™. These will not work with the guest account. With
a VeSync account, you can also allow your family or friends to
control your smart outlet.
2. Open the VeSync app. If you already have an account, tap
Log In. To create a new account, tap Sign Up.

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Configuration
1. Connect your smartphone to a secure 2.4GHz WiFi
network.
Note: The smart outlet can only be set up on a secure 2.4GHz
network.
2. Tap + to add your smart outlet.
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Set up your outlet with the VeSync app.

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3. Tap WiFi Outlets.
4. Tap Etekcity Outdoor Outlet.
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Etekcity Outdoor Outlet
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5. Tap Start Setup.
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6. Plug in your smart outlet. The LED indicator light
should blink blue (1 blink per second), indicating that
your smart outlet is in Configuration Mode.
a. If the LED indicator light is blinking, tap Next.
b. If the LED indicator light is not blinking, tap My
LED light is not blinking. Press and hold the
power button for 5 seconds, until the LED indicator
light blinks blue (1 blink per second). Then tap It
Started Blinking.
Note: Configuration Mode will turn off after 10 minutes.
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Note: Configuration requires a secure 2.4GHz WiFi network.
7. Enter the information for your home WiFi network,
then tap Join Network.
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Example123

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8. Tap Connect and select the WiFi network that starts
with “Etekcity”.
9. Wait for the app to connect.
Note: The LED light may stop blinking while trying
to connect. This is normal.
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10. Give your outlet a unique name, or use the default
name, and tap OK.
Note:
• Tap to change the outlet icon.
• You can change the device name and icon at any time.
Tap , then tap Device Settings.
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Functions
Turning the Smart Outlet On/Off
Device is off
Device is on
Note: The outlet will remain connected to WiFi even when the
smart outlet is off.
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To turn the outlet on/off:
A. Press the power button on the side of the smart
outlet.
B. Tap on the My Home screen or the smart outlet
screen in the VeSync app.
C. Tap for each socket to turn the individual
sockets on or off.

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Create Schedule
Create a schedule to set a scheduled time for the smart
outlet to turn on/off.
1. On the smart outlet screen, tap Socket A or Socket B
to see the socket’s settings.

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2. Tap + Create Schedule.
3. Set a start and end time.
A
B
C
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