• T he Wi-Fi hub’s performance may differ depending on the environment. • T his product includes certain free/open source software. To see the instructions for viewing the open source licence, go to the Samsung website (opensource.samsung.com). Instructional icons...
• A ppearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Y ou can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make sure they are compatible with the device before purchase. • U se only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
Getting started Device layout WAN port (IN) LAN port (OUT) AC/DC adapter connector Reset hole Indicator light Vent Ethernet cable AC/DC adapter The appearance and internal structure of the product may vary depending on the model. English (Hongkong)
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To connect the Wi-Fi hub with a mobile device, you must install the SmartThings app on the mobile device. You can download the app from Galaxy Store, Play Store, or App Store. • Y ou must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use the SmartThings app.
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The Wi-Fi hub will turn on and the indicator light will flash green. Use only Samsung-approved adapters (12 V/2.1 A or higher). • Y ou can use the Wi-Fi hub only when you connect the Wi-Fi hub to an adapter.
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Getting started Adding additional Wi-Fi hubs One Wi-Fi hub can cover a 140 m connection range (based on timber buildings) but can differ depending on the usage environment. Install an additional Wi-Fi hub to connect to a larger area beyond the connection range with a Wi-Fi network.
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Getting started Notices for connecting a Wi-Fi hub • I nstall a Wi-Fi hub near the devices to be registered. • W hen you add additional Wi-Fi hubs, install them within the connection range. • D o not place obstacles between the Wi-Fi hub and the devices to be registered. •...
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Using the SmartThings app Register Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances to the SmartThings 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.
• T o view the supported devices, on the SmartThings home screen, tap → How to use → Supported devices. • C onnected devices’ own errors or defects are not covered by the Samsung warranty. When errors or defects occur on the connected devices, contact the device’s manufacturer.
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Select a category of the device to register. Alternatively, tap and search for the device. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the registration. • T he Samsung SmartThings Hub feature may not be available depending on the region. Visit www.samsung.com/hk for details.
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Controlling the registered devices → Devices. On the SmartThings home screen, tap 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 SmartThings app.
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Tap Samsung account to invite users via email. Tap QR code to create a QR code that can be scanned to join the location. • Y ou can only invite the users who have signed in to their Samsung account in the SmartThings app.
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Setting and running scenes Set a scene to operate multiple devices at once. → Add scene. On the SmartThings home screen, tap The screen for setting scenes will appear. Enter the scene’s information, such as a scene name and device action, and tap Save. The scene is set.
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Activating scenes → Scenes. On the SmartThings home screen, tap Favourite scenes Set scenes Select a scene to activate. The devices you set will operate in accordance with the scene. •...
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Setting automations Set an automation for devices assigned to a location to automatically perform actions at a specific condition. → Add automation. On the SmartThings home screen, tap under If. The screen for setting conditions will appear.
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Setting automations based on the time of day The automation is activated at the preset time. For example, you can set the audio to play music every day at 7:00 AM. On the condition screen, tap Based on the time of day.
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Select an action from the options. • N otify members: Receive and send a notification to the members in the location when devices perform an action according to the automation. •...
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Tap When? and select an option. Tap Delay time to designate a period to activate the automation. Tap Next. under Then and select an action from the options. Change the automation name, if necessary, and tap Save. The assigned devices will operate in accordance with the set automation.
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Configuring the Samsung SmartThings Hub feature You can configure the detailed settings of the Samsung SmartThings Hub feature of the Wi-Fi hub. On the SmartThings home screen, tap on your Wi-Fi hub card.
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Registering Internet of Things (IoT) devices and smart home appliances Practical usage of the SmartThings app Use the SmartThings app to make your life easier and more comfortable. Create automations based on your routine, or easily control the registered devices from anywhere. •...
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Using the Wi-Fi router feature Configuring the Wi-Fi router feature You can configure the detailed settings of the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi router feature. On the SmartThings home screen, tap on your Wi-Fi hub card. When you use the Wi-Fi router feature of the Wi-Fi hub for the first time, tap the Wi-Fi hub to download the controller for it.
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Using the Wi-Fi router feature Advanced settings of the Wi-Fi router feature You can configure the the advanced settings of the Wi-Fi router feature using the Plume app. You can also manage the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi network by assigning authorities and adding different passwords.
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Using the Wi-Fi router feature Assigning full authority to connected smartphones You can give authority to the connected smartphone to use the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi network and to control the registered devices and scenes without any restrictions. Launch the Plume app and tap on the Home tab to add a password for using the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi network without any restrictions.
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Using the Wi-Fi router feature Enter details. Enter guest name. Enter password. Select period for password. Select connected smartphones to control the registered devices and scenes. The connected smartphone can use the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi network. Restricting authority to connected smartphones You can allow the connected smartphone to use the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi network.
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Using the Wi-Fi router feature Enter a password and select a period for the password. The connected smartphone can use the Wi-Fi hub’s Wi-Fi network. English (Hongkong)
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 Centre. Your Wi-Fi hub is not connected with a router This Wi-Fi hub only supports SmartThings routers.
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Appendix The connection is often disconnected • I f there are obstacles between the devices, the operating distance may be reduced. • E nsure that the other devices are within the maximum connection range. • W hen using the Wi-Fi hub with other devices, the connection may be affected by electromagnetic waves.
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