ETEKCITY ESW15-USA User manual

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Voltson Smart WiFi Outlet
Model No.: ESW15-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 Etekcity VeSync app to use your
phone to control your connected electrical appliances
anywhere, at any time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please
reach out to our helpful Customer Support Team at
[email protected]. We hope you enjoy your new
smart outlet!
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Table of Contents
Package Contents
1 x Voltson Smart WiFi Outlet ESW15-USA
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x Reminder Card
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Functions
VeSync App Setup 8
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• Smart Outlet Settings
Safety Information 5 38
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• Set Timer
• Create Schedule
• Smart Conguration Mode
Maintaining Your Smart Outlet
Troubleshooting
Warranty Information
Customer Support
• Abnormal Power Protection
Specications 4 38
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• Turning Devices On/Off
• Turning Night Light On/Off
Conguration 9
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• Energy Saving Mode
Light Indicator Chart 7
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• Away Mode
• APN Conguration Mode
• Share Your Smart Outlet
• Delete a Smart Outlet
More Features
• Connecting with Amazon Alexa
• Connecting with Google Home
• Log Out
• Firmware Updates
• Factory Reset

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Specications
Communication Mode IEEE802.11b/g/n (WiFi)
Communication Frequency 2.4GHz
Wireless Distance
(Outlet to Router)
98-164 feet | 30-50 meters
(max visible range)
Maximum Switch Current 15A
AC Power Supply Range &
Supply Frequency AC 120V, 60Hz
Operating Environment -10°C-40C° | 14°F-104°F
Storage & Transportation
Environment -20°C-60C° | -4°F-140°F
Size 90 mm x 57 mm x 73 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 2.4 GHz
• Your WiFi network and/or your smart outlet is blocked by
objects (such as walls, floors, or furniture) that are too thick
• 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 15A
(approximately 1800W) by plugging in appliances
that require a higher load current. Always check the
electrical power 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.
NOTE: This smart WiFi outlet 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.
Safety Information
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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• 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
15A current. Connecting an appliance that uses more than 15A
current may cause the outlet to shut down automatically.
Product Requirements
Features:
Front Back
1. Power Button
2. Light Sensor
3. Night Light
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4. LED indicator

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Light Indicator Chart
LED Light
Indicator Status Description
Yellow Solid Outlet is on
OFF No power or outlet is off
Blue
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 Smart
Conguration Mode
2 blinks per second Outlet is in APN
Conguration Mode
4 blinks per second Outlet was hard reset
OFF No power or conguration
nished or not congures
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VeSync App Setup
1. Connect your mobile device to a 2.4GHz WiFi network.
Note: The smart outlet will only setup on a 2.4GHz network.
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™
and Google Home™. The guest account will not work for this.
With a VeSync account, you can also allow your family or
friends to control your smart outlet.
2. Scan the QR code or download the VeSync app from the App
Store® or the Google Play™ store.
3. Open the VeSync app. Tap Sign Up to create a new account.
4. After you’ve signed up, enter your email and password, then
tap Log In.
Available on the
App Store
GET IT ON
Google Play

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Conguration
Smart Conguration Mode
1. Tap the +button to add your smart outlet.
2. Tap WiFi Outlets.
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3. Tap Etekcity 15A WiFi Outlet US/CA.
4. Tap Start Setup.
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Etekcity 15A WiFi Outlet US/CA

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5. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds,
until the WiFi indicator light blinks blue (1 blink per
second). This will put your smart outlet into Smart
Conguration Mode. Then tap Next.
Note: Smart Configuration Mode will turn off after 5 minutes.
6. Type in the name of your home WiFi network and
password, then tap Join Network.
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7. The outlet will take a few seconds to connect. If the
Smart Conguration fails, you can press “Try again” or
go to APN Mode (page 13).
8. Your setup is complete! 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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APN Conguration Mode
If Smart Conguration 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 Conguration Mode.
1. If you’re starting from the initial “Add Device”
screen, tap APN Mode. If you’re starting from
the “Connection Failed” screen after Smart
Conguration Mode has failed, tap Use APN Mode.
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2. Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds until
the LED light blinks blue (2 blinks per second).
3. 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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4. Tap Set WiFi Now and select the WiFi network that
reads “VeSync_”.
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5. The outlet will take a few seconds to connect. To
return to the “Add Device” page, tap <.
6. 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.
Tap , then tap Device Settings.
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Functions
Turning Devices On/Off
Turning Night Light On/Off
On the “My Home” page or the smart outlet page, tap
to turn the devices on or off.
On your smart outlet page, tap the toggle switch next
to “Night Light” to turn the night light function on and
off. When the night light function is on, the light will
automatically turn on when it detects darkness and turn
off when it detects light.
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
Go to the smart outlet page.
1. Tap +to create a scheduled time for the smart outlet
to turn on and/or off.
2. Select an option from the “Schedule Task” page.
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A. Choose a device:
1. Tap >next to Device.
2. Select either Outlet or Night Light.
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B. To set a start time:
1. Tap >next to Start.
2. Scroll up and down to select time. Alternatively,
tap <for Sunrise and >for Sunset.
3. Tap to conrm.
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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