UBI Ubi-02 User manual

Ubi
The Ubiquitous Computer

What is the Ubi?
The Ubi is a WiFi-connected, voice-operated
computer that makes the environment
around it Internet enabled.
Within range of the Ubi, you can search the
Internet, send messages, control devices, and even
make phone calls through your voice.
Remotely, you can check on the hďŝƐ surroundings
and setup triggers to alert you to different events.

In the box

Use the USB extension
cable to connect the
power adapter and the
power supply port of the
Ubi. Plug the power
adapter into an wall
outlet. Also customer can
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into this port as the
power supply without
using the USB extension
cable.
Alternative pins are
available for
power outlets outside
North America.
For more info, visit
theubi.com
Turn on The
Ubi

In and around the Ubi (1)

In and around the Ubi (2)
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Mute button
Press once to mute or unmute the Ubi. Press and hold for at least
four seconds to turn on setup mode. Disconnect and reconnect to
power to return to regular mode.
Microphone
The Ubi can work up to 7 ft away from you (technology will be
pushed to the Ubi to increase this distance to 15 ft soon). There
are two microphones located towards the top end of the Ubi.
Light sensor
The light sensor is located along the top of the Ubi. There are
other sensors (temperature, humidity, barometer, etc.) located
inside the plastic enclosure.
Audio jack & USB port
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Power supply port
This port is used to power the Ubi with a power adapter or a USB
extension cable connected to a power adapter.
In and around the Ubi (3)

The first step of setting up the Ubi will be to visit
setup.thubi.com
Setting up the Ubi may take up to 15 minutes. Here are a few
pointers:
You'll need to know your WiFi network's name and password
Some steps may take up to five minutes
Make sure to unplug any network cables connected to the
computer that you're using to do setup of the Ubi and only
connect to the Internet through WiFi
The setup page will guide you through the setup process.
If you get stuck, unplug the Ubi. Take a breath. Start over.
Setting up the Ubi

The Ubi Portal is where you can go to:
Add Devices
Change settings on the Ubi
The Ubi Portal

Add contacts
all
Create customized commands for the Ubi
The Ubi Portal