ETEKCITY Voltson Smart WiFi Outlet User manual

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Voltson Smart WiFi Outlet
Model No.: ESW01-USA
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Your smart outlet allows you to control electrical
appliances, such as lights, fans, and kitchen
appliances with your Android™ or iOS™ devices. Pair
your smart outlet with the VeSync app and use
your phone to control your connected electrical
appliances anywhere, any time. Set up your smart
outlet with the IFTTT™ (if this then that) app to
program your smart home.
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
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Functions
VeSync App Setup 9
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Smart Outlet Settings
Safety Information 5
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• Create Timer
• Create Schedule
Maintaining Your Smart Outlet
Troubleshooting
Warranty Information
Customer Support
• Abnormal Power Protection
Specifications 4
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• Turning Devices On/Off
Configuration 10
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• Energy Saving Mode
Light Chart 8
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• Away Mode
• Share Your Smart Outlet
• Delete a Smart Outlet
More Features
• Connecting with Amazon Alexa
• Connecting with Google
Assistant
• Log Out
• Firmware Updates
• Resetting
Product Diagram 7
• Contact Customer Support 37
• Pairing Your Smart
Outlet with IFTTT
• Create an Applet Using
Existing VeSync Templates
• Create a Custom Applet
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IFTTT
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Specifications
Communication Mode IEEE802.11b/g/n (WiFi)
Communication Frequency 2400–2483.5MHz
Wireless Distance
(Outlet to Router)
98–164 ft / 30–50 m
(max visible range)
Maximum Switch Current 10A
AC Power Supply Range &
Supply Frequency AC 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption 0.7–1.2W
Operating Environment 14°F–104°F / -10°C–40C°
Storage & Transportation
Environment -4°F–104°F / -20°C–60°C
Size 4 x 2.5 x 1.2 in /
102 x 62 x 30 mm
Compatible Systems Android™ 4.3 or higher /
iOS™ 8.0 or higher
Note: The outlet’s WiFi signal range can be weakened or disrupted
if:
• Your WiFi bandwidth 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.
• Your WiFi signal interferes with other electrical appliances
(e.g. 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 maximum load current of 10A
(approximately 1200W) by plugging in appliances
that require a higher load current. Always check the
electrical power rating before use to avoid potential
damage to the device.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Only use indoors, in a dry location.
• Always keep away from water or other liquids.
• Household use only.
Safety Information
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FCC Notice
FCC Radiation Exposure Notice
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.
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.
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.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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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).
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.
Product Requirements
Product Diagram
Front Back
A. Power Button
B. LED Indicator
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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
2 blinks per second Outlet is in Configuration
Mode
4 blinks per second Outlet was 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: You must create your own VeSync account to use
third-party services and products, such as the Amazon®Echo™,
Google Home™, and IFTTT™. 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. Tap Sign Up to create a new
account.
Note: Due to continuing updates and improvements, the VeSync
app and IFTTT app user interfaces may appear slightly different.
In case of any differences, follow the in-app instructions.

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

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2. Tap + to add your smart outlet.
3. Tap WiFi Outlets.
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4. Tap Etekcity WiFi Outlet US/CA.
5. Tap Start Setup.
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ESW01–USA

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6. Plug in your smart outlet. The LED indicator light
should be blue. Press and hold the power button for 5
seconds, or until the LED indicator light blinks blue (2
blinks per second). Then tap Next.
Note: Configuration Mode will turn off after 5 minutes.
7. Enter the information for your home WiFi network then
tap Join Network.
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Note: Configuration requires a secure 2.4GHz WiFi network.

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8. Tap Connect and select the access point that starts
with “ESP”.
9. Wait for the app to connect.
10. Give your outlet a unique name, or use the default
name, and tap OK.
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Note: You can change the device name and icon at any time.
Tap , then tap Device Settings.
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Functions
Turning Devices On/Off
To turn the outlet on/off:
A. Press the outlet’s power button.
B. Tap on the My Home screen or the smart outlet
screen in the VeSync app.
Device is off
Device is on
Note: The outlet will remain connected to the internet even
when it is turned off.
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Create Schedule
Create a schedule to set a scheduled time for the smart
outlet to turn on/off.
1. Tap + Create schedule.
2. Set a start and end time.
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A. To set a start time:
i. Tap > next to Start.
ii. Scroll up and down to select time. Alternatively,
tap < for Sunrise and > for Sunset.
iii. Tap 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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B. Choose On or Off under the start time.
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C. To set an end time (optional):
i. Tap > next to End.
ii. Scroll up and down to select time. Alternatively,
tap < for Sunrise and > for Sunset. Tap 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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D. Choose On or Off under the end time.
06:30 AM
06:30 PM