Kogan SMARTERHOME KASPUSBAC1A User manual

KOGAN SMARTERHOME™ SMART
PLUG WITH ENERGY METER
USB-A AND USB-C PORTS
KASPUSBAC1A, KASPUSBAC2A, KASPUSBAC4A

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Safety & Warnings 3
Overview 3
Before First Use 4
Connect to SmarterHome™ App 4
Google Home Control 10
Amazon Alexa Control 13
Operation 16
FAQ 18
Specifications 18
Notes 19

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Ensure to read all warnings and instructions in this user guide prior to first use. Retain this
user guide for future reference.
•Ensure this smart plug is connected via a wall socket when in use.
•This smart plug is intended to be used as a power supply.
•This smart plug is intended for indoor use only.
•Do not use this smart plug in areas of high moisture (for example, bathroom, kitchen).
•This smart plug operates at a maximum of 10A, 2400W. Do not overload the smart
plug with devices needing higher power requirements.
•The maximum rated ambient temperature of this smart plug is 50°C.
•The maximum height this smart plug can be used is 2000m above sea level.
SAFETY & WARNINGS
OVERVIEW
USB-C
USB-A
Power indicator
Power button
Output AC outlet

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Insert the smart plug into a wall socket and turn the socket on. Press the power button.
Install App
Download the “Kogan SmarterHome” app from the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
Register
If you do not have a Kogan SmarterHome™ account, register or sign in with a verification
code sent by SMS.
To register:
1. Ta p to enter registration page.
2.The system automatically recognises your country/area. You can also select your
country code manually. Enter your email address and tap ‘Next.’
3.Alternatively, you can select ‘Register by mobile number’ and enter the verification
code sent to you by SMS.
4.Create a profile on the next page to define your location and room.
CONNECT TO SMARTERHOME™ APP
BEFORE FIRST USE

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Set device in pairing mode
When the device is first turned on, it may automatically enter pairing mode (the power
indicator will be rapidly flashing).
If not automatically in pairing mode when powered on, you can manually set the device in
pairing mode by press and holding the power button for 5 seconds until the power indicator
starts rapidly flashing.
Add device through network
1. Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.
2.Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Electrical > Plug with
Energy Meter).
3.Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the power indicator rapidly flashing,
and tap “Confirm light is rapidly flashing”.

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4.Upon successfully confirming pairing mode, enter your Wi-Fi details. It is important
that your SmarterHome™ device and the app are connected to the same Wi-Fi
network during setup.
5.The device will commence the pairing process and connect to the app. Ensure your
Wi-Fi router, mobile phone, and the SmarterHome™ device are kept close until
connection is complete.
6.After successfully being added, you will have the option to rename the device and
assign it to a location. It will now be listed on the app’s home page. Tap the device
listing to enter its control page.
If the smart plug cannot be connected to the SmarterHome™ app after several attempts,
try using the AP mode connection steps outlined in the next page.
Notes:
•The device and the app have to use the same Wi-Fi network.
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The device is only compatible with 2.4Ghz networks.

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AP mode connection steps
Set device in pairing mode
When the device is first turned on, it may automatically enter pairing mode (power indicator
will be slowly flashing).
If not automatically in pairing mode when powered on, you can manually set the device in
pairing mode by pressing and the power button for 5 seconds until the power indicator starts
flashing slowly.
Using AP Mode to add device
1. Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.
2.Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Electrical > Plug with
Energy Meter), and then select “EZ Mode”from the top-right corner when asked to
reset the device.

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3.Select “AP Mode” for the set-up type.
4.Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the power indicator flashing slowly,
and tap “Confirm light is slowly flashing”.
5.Enter your Wi-Fi details. It is important that your SmarterHome™ device and the app
are connected to the same Wi-Fi network during setup.

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6.Follow the in-app prompts to continue AP Mode connection, which will pair your
mobile phone to the device’s Wi-Fi hotspot to ensure a connection.
7. The device will commence the pairing process and connect to the app. Ensure your
Wi-Fi router, mobile phone, and the SmarterHome™ device are kept close until
connection is complete.
8.After successfully being added, you will have the option to rename the device and
assign it to a location. It will now be listed on the app’s home page. Tap the device
listing to enter its control page.
Notes:
•The device and the app have to use the same Wi-Fi network.
•The device is only compatible with 2.4Ghz networks.
Note:
If the Wi-Fi hotspot does not appear on your phone in the list of available
networks, your device may not be set in AP Pairing Mode correctly. Try repeating
the steps outlined above to ensure your device is ready for connection.

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Adding “SmarterHome” to the Google Home app
1. From the home page of the Google Home app, select the “+” icon to access the ‘Add
and manage’ page.
2.Select ‘Set up device’, then under the Works with Google banner, select ‘Have
something already set up?’
3.Select the search bar and type ‘Smarter Home’ to locate the Kogan SmarterHome™
service.
GOOGLE HOME CONTROL
Note:
You will need to have set up a Google Home account prior to linking your
Kogan SmarterHome™ device.

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4.Tap ‘Authorise’ to grant Google permission to access the SmarterHome™ app and
your devices.
5.From here, you will be prompted to sign into your SmarterHome™ account using
either your email or mobile phone number, depending on which method you used to
register your account.

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6.Once connected, the app will display any compatible devices linked to your
SmarterHome™ account. From here you can assign them to rooms and set up any
routines.
7. Tap on any of the devices to view a list of available commands.

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Adding “SmarterHome” to the Alexa app
1. From the home page of the Alexa app, select the “ ” icon in the top-right and select
Skills & Games from the sidebar.
2.Select the search bar and type ‘Smarter Home’ to locate the Kogan SmarterHome™
skill.
AMAZON ALEXA CONTROL
Note:
You will need to have set up an Alexa account prior to linking your Kogan
SmarterHome™ device.

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3.Tap ‘Enable to Use’ to add the Kogan SmarterHome™ skill to Alexa.
4.From here, you will be prompted to sign into your SmarterHome™ account using
either your email or mobile phone number, depending on which method you used to
register your account.
5.Tap ‘Authorise’ to grant Alexa permission to access the SmarterHome™ app and your
devices.

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6.Once connected, the app will perform a search and display the devices linked to your
SmarterHome™ account.
7. When your devices have successfully connected to the Alexa app, you will be able to
control your Kogan SmarterHome™ devices via Alexa’s voice commands.
Note:
Please note that Alexa can only control the base/core functions of any compatible
SmarterHome™ devices. To make full use of this product’s smart functionality, please
use the Kogan SmarterHome™ app.

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Interface
Name Description
Power
•Pressing will turn the smart plug on.
•Pressing again will return the smart plug to standby.
Timer Contains various timing and scheduling modes (Countdown, Schedule,
Circulate, Random, Inching).
Electric Contains information about the current and total energy consumption used
by the smart plug in KWh.
Setting Contains information about miscellaneous settings that can be adjusted.
OPERATION
Menu

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Timer menu
Name Description
Countdown Sets a countdown to when the smart plug will turn off.
Schedule Allows users to set a regular schedule for the smart plug to turn on/off.
Random
•Sets the smart plug to turn on/off at random intervals within a
certain time period.
This may be useful if you will be away and would like to simulate there is
someone home to ward off potential thieves.
Inching
•Triggering this setting allows users to set a duration the smart plug
will automatically turn off after being turned on every time (for
example, turning off automatically after 1 minute when turned on).
•Users will not need to frequently set a countdown and hence this
may be useful for common tasks such as turning the lights off.
Astronomical Allows the smart plug to operate based sunrise and sunset times.
Note that devices intending to use this mode must support local time.

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What devices can I control with the smart plug?
You can control lights, fans, humidifiers, portable heaters, and any other small home
appliances.
What do I do if the smart plug is not connecting to the Kogan SmarterHome™ app?
•Unplug the smart plug from the power supply.
•Insert the smart plug back into the power supply, switch on the socket and hold the
power button for 5–10 seconds until the power indicator starts flashing rapidly.
What do I do if the smart plug is not able to share or connect to Amazon Alexa?
•Tap the menu button on the interface of the smart plug, then tap ‘Reset to factory
setting’ to reset the smart plug.
•Reconnect the smart plug to the Kogan SmarterHome™ app then connect with
Amazon Alexa.
How do I remove the smart plug from the Kogan SmarterHome™ app?
•Tap the smart plug on the device list in the Kogan SmarterHome™ app then tap the
menu button in top right corner of the screen and remove the smart plug.
•Alternatively, press and hold the smart plug on the device list in the Kogan
SmarterHome™ app to remove.
Dimensions 100 x 43.5 x 28.8mm
For socket-outlets 240VAC, 50–60Hz, 10A
Energy monitoring Yes
USB x1 USB-A, x1 USB-C, 5V
⎓
2.0A (total)
Wi-Fi standard
802.11b/g/n
Radio frequency ISM BAND, 2.412–2.484GHz
Security WEP, WAPI, TKIP, AES
Operation temperature -20
˚
C–70
˚
C
SPECIFICATIONS
FAQ

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NOTES

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Need more information?
We hope that this user guide has given you
the assistance needed for a simple set-up.
For the most up-to-date guide for your product,
as well as any additional assistance you may require,
head online to help.kogan.com