Kogan SMARTERHOME RGB User manual

KOGAN SMARTERHOME™ RGB
SMART LED OUTDOOR
SPOTLIGHT
(SET OF 3)
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•Ensure to read instructions in this user guide to install the spotlights. Store the user
guide for future use.
•Switch off the main power supply before installation.
•These spotlights must be installed by experienced professionals.
•Ensure the spotlights are clean before installation.
ON
OFF
SAFETY & WARNINGS

Spotlights (x3)
Pins with Screw Head (x3)
Wire (x1)
Controller (x1) Power Adaptor (x1) User Guide (x1)
COMPONENTS

Step 1:
•Remove the screw from the pin.
•Place the spotlight on the pin head, adjust the spotlight angle.
•Replace the screw and tighten it to fix the spotlight firmly.
Step 2:
•Connect the three spotlights to the wire as shown in the below image.
•Connect the wire to the controller, tighten them, and then connect them to a
power supply.
•Switch on the power supply. The spotlights will be on.
INSTALLATION
Power Supply
Controller

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. Tap 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

Set device in pairing mode
When the device is first turned on, it may automatically enter pairing mode. This is indicated
by the lights flashing rapidly.
If not automatically in pairing mode when powered on, you can manually set the device in
pairing mode by long pressing the power button on the controller for 5-10 seconds until the
lights start blinking rapidly.
Add device through network
5. Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.
6. Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Lighting > Outdoor
Garden Light).
7. Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the lights flashing rapidly, and tap
“Confirm light is rapidly flashing”.

8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.

Having trouble connecting?
The prior steps detail the process of standard connection. If that does not work for your
connection, we suggest trying "AP mode" connection.
Follow steps 1-4 from the previous connection, until the device is in pairing mode (with the
lights flashing rapidly), then long press the power button on the controller for 5-10 seconds
until the lights start blinking slowly.
Using AP Mode to add device
5. Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.
6. Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Kitchen Appliances >
Kettles), and then select “Other Mode” from the top-right corner when asked to
reset the device.

7. Select “AP Mode” for the set-up type.
8. Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the Wi-Fi indicator blinking slowly
and tap “Confirm light is slowly blink”.
9. 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.

10. 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.
11. 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.
12. 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.

When the light is switched on, the following options are displayed on the control page:
Colour
Choose the spotlight colour. Edit the brightness and saturation.
Scene
Select a scene and reset by tapping the Edit icon.
Music
Select music, the spotlight colour changes depending on the music played.
More
Select More to access the following options:
Timer
Set timer to automatically switch on and off the spotlights.
Schedule
Schedule the spotlights to be on or off on the selected day and
time.
Colour
Scene
Music
More
Schedule
Timer
OPERATION

Device Settings
Tap the pencil icon located at the top right corner of the control page, to see more
information about the device.
Device information Device’s virtual ID, IP address, MAC address, Time Zone
and Signal Strength.
Tap-to-Run and Automation
Set up scenes and run those automatically.
Offline Notification
Receive the notification even when the device is offline.
Share Device
Share devices with other users.
Create Group Categorise devices into groups and control those devices
simultaneously.
FAQ & Feedback Displays common questions and answers about the device
and app.
Check for Firmware
Checks for devices firmware updates.
DEVICE SETTINGS

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.

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.

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.
Note:
Please note that Google Home 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.

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.

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.

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: 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.

Problem Possible Solution
Why I cannot access the device
via app?
•Ensure the device is within the range of both your router
and connected smartphone.
•Ensure the projector and your smartphone are both
connected to the 2.4Ghz network. 5Ghz networks are
not compatible for SmarterHome™ connection.
•Wi-Fi is not connected, reset device by long pressing the
power button on the controller for 5-10 seconds.
Reconnect it with the app. Check the Connect to
Smarterhome™ App section of this user guide.
Can I share the device with family
members? Enable the Device Sharing in the app settings.
Why is this device shown in the
list of devices in the app even
after resetting the device?
The resetting of the device only resets the network
configuration of the spotlights but cannot change the
configuration on the app. You must remove the device
from the app’s settings.
TROUBLESHOOTING