SAMSUNG Connect Home ET-WV520 ET-WV521 SAMSUNG Connect Home Pro ET-WV530 ET-WV531 User Manual English (USA). 07/2017. Rev.1.0 www.samsung.
Table of Contents Getting started Appendix 3 4 4 5 24 Read me first About SAMSUNG Connect Home (Pro) Package contents Device layout Using the Wi-Fi hub 7 10 Connecting with a mobile device Configuring the Wi-Fi router feature Samsung Connect app 12 13 14 14 15 19 21 22 23 Introduction Registering devices Controlling the registered devices Creating locations Setting and running modes Setting rules Managing devices and locations Configuring the Samsung Connect app Practical usage of the Samsung Connec
Getting started Read me first Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use. • Images may differ in appearance from the actual product. Content is subject to change without prior notice. • Before using the Wi-Fi hub, make sure it is compatible with your device. • The Wi-Fi hub’s performance may differ depending on the environment. • This product includes certain free/open source software.
Getting started About SAMSUNG Connect Home (Pro) The Samsung Connect (Pro) is a Wi-Fi router that can connect your smartphone to your smart home appliances via Wi-Fi. You can also connect Internet of Things (IoT) devices to this Wi-Fi hub via the Samsung SmartThings Hub feature. For larger homes, you can connect more Wi-Fi hubs.
Getting started Device layout WAN port (IN) LAN port (OUT) AC/DC adapter connector Reset hole Indicator light Fan vent Ethernet cable AC/DC adapter The appearance and internal structure of the product may vary depending on the model.
Getting started Indicator light The indicator light alerts you to the Wi-Fi hub status.
Using the Wi-Fi hub Connecting with a mobile device To connect the Wi-Fi hub with a mobile device, you must install the Samsung Connect app on the mobile device. You can download the app from Galaxy Apps, Play Store, or App Store. • Visit www.samsung.com to see compatible devices with the Samsung Connect app. • You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use the Samsung Connect app. • Supported features may vary depending on your mobile device and its operating system.
Using the Wi-Fi hub Mobile device 3 4 Launch the Samsung Connect app on the mobile device. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features will activate automatically and search for available devices. The Wi-Fi hub will be detected automatically. Tap ADD NOW. If the Wi-Fi hub is not detected, tap and tap your Wi-Fi hub’s name. → ADD DEVICE MANUALLY → 5 Enter a network name and password to assign to the Wi-Fi hub. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.
Using the Wi-Fi hub 1 2 Connect the AC/DC adapter to the additional Wi-Fi hub. On the mobile device, launch the Samsung Connect app and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection. You can connect up to four additional Wi-Fi hubs. Notices for connecting a Wi-Fi hub • Install a Wi-Fi hub near the devices to be registered. • When you add additional Wi-Fi hubs, install them within the connection range. • Do not place obstacles between the Wi-Fi hub and the devices to be registered.
Using the Wi-Fi hub • Ensure that there are no obstacles between the Wi-Fi hub and a connected device, including human bodies, walls, corners, or fences. • Do not touch the Bluetooth antenna of a connected device. • Bluetooth uses the same frequency as some industrial, scientific, medical, and low power products and interference may occur when making connections near these types of products.
Using the Wi-Fi hub Restricting time for using the Wi-Fi network You can restrict the time for the connected devices to use the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi network. 1 2 3 4 5 6 On the Samsung Connect screen, tap My devices. On the registered devices list, tap the Wi-Fi hub. Tap the button next to Devices on network. On the connected devices list, select a device to restrict the time to use the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi network. Tap Restrict usage time → Add restricted time. Set days and time, and then tap ADD.
Samsung Connect app Introduction Register Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances to the Samsung Connect app on your mobile device, and check their status or control them. To control the devices by location, such as your home or office, create a location and assign registered devices to it. You can also set a mode to control many devices at the same time or set a rule to perform actions automatically at a preset time. Access additional options.
Samsung Connect app Registering devices Registering smart home appliances via Wi-Fi Register smart home appliances that support Wi-Fi to the Samsung Connect app and control them. For instructions on how to register devices, refer to the other devices’ user manuals. • To view the supported devices, tap Catalog on the Samsung Connect screen. • Connected devices’ own errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty.
Samsung Connect app Controlling the registered devices On the Samsung Connect screen, tap My devices. On the registered devices list, tap a device. The controller for the device will be downloaded. With the downloaded controller, remotely control the registered devices via the Samsung Connect app. Creating locations You can register devices by location and manage them. 1 2 3 4 On the Samsung Connect screen, tap My devices. Tap → Add place. Enter a location name and tap ADD.
Samsung Connect app 4 Tap Enter Samsung account ID, enter the Samsung account for the person you want to invite, and then tap . You can invite users by scanning the QR code. Tap CREATE QR CODE and invite other users to scan it. • You can only invite the users login the Samsung account via Samsung Connect app. • To accept the invitation, on the Samsung Connect screen, tap the invitation popup and tap ACCEPT.
Samsung Connect app 3 Tap → Add mode. 4 Enter the mode’s title and select an icon for the mode, then tap ADD ACTIONS. The screen for setting modes will appear.
Samsung Connect app 5 Select a device and an action to be operated, and then tap DONE. 6 Tap SAVE. For example, select a TV and a robot vacuum cleaner and the corresponding actions to be operated. The mode is set. You can view the set mode on the designated location screen. Activating modes 1 2 On the Samsung Connect screen, tap My devices. Scroll the screen to the left or right to select a location that has the mode you want to activate.
Samsung Connect app 3 Select a mode to activate. The devices you set will operate in accordance with the mode.
Samsung Connect app Setting rules Set a rule for devices assigned to a location to automatically perform actions at a specific time. 1 2 3 On the Samsung Connect screen, tap . Tap Rules → ADD RULE. The screen for setting rules will appear. Enter the rule’s title, select a location, and then tap ADD CONDITION. Enter the rule's title. Select a location. Select the time and day.
Samsung Connect app 4 5 Tap Time/day (exact) or Time/day (period), enter the time and day, and then tap DONE. Tap ADD ACTIONS, select devices and conditions, or modes, and then tap DONE. To receive a notification when the devices perform an action according to the rule, tap the Notifications switch to activate the feature. Select a device or a mode. Activate the notification feature. 6 Tap SAVE. The assigned devices will operate in accordance with the set rule.
Samsung Connect app Managing devices and locations You can manage location and its assigned devices and modes. 1 2 3 On the Samsung Connect screen, tap My devices. Scroll the screen to the left or right to select a location. Tap → Edit and use the following options. • : Set the location or mode as a favorite. You can access the favorites on the Samsung Connect screen.
Samsung Connect app • Mode icon → Name: Change the mode name and its icon. • Mode icon → device name: Select an action to be operated when the mode is activated. • Mode icon → : Delete the device from the mode. • Mode icon → ADD ACTIONS: Add devices and actions to the mode. • Mode icon → DELETE MODE: Delete the mode. Configuring the Samsung Connect app Configure the Samsung Connect app settings. On the Samsung Connect screen, tap and use the following options. • Add place: Create a new location.
Samsung Connect app Practical usage of the Samsung Connect app Use the Samsung Connect app to make your life easier and more comfortable. Create rules based on your routine, or easily control the registered devices from anywhere. • If you want to start your day with music every morning, connect speakers to the Samsung Connect app and create a rule to play your favorite music when you wake up.
Appendix Troubleshooting Before contacting a Samsung Service Center, please attempt the following solutions. Your Wi-Fi hub freezes If the Wi-Fi hub freezes or hangs, disconnect the adapter from the Wi-Fi hub and reconnect it. Close the Samsung Connect app completely on your mobile device and restart it. If your Wi-Fi hub is frozen and unresponsive, insert a pin into the Reset hole more than 8 seconds. If the tips above do not solve the problem, contact a Samsung Service Center.
Appendix The connection is often disconnected • If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced. • Ensure that the other devices are within the maximum connection range. • When using the Wi-Fi hub with other devices, the connection may be affected by electromagnetic waves. Use the Wi-Fi hub in environments with fewer wireless devices present. The Wi-Fi hub works differently as described in the manual Available functions may differ depending on the connected device.
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