SwitchBox - Home Automation Blebox - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	WiFi AC wireless switch controller (single channel)
Dimensions (H x W x D)	39 x 47 x 23 mm
Supply Voltage	230 V AC
Power Consumption	Less than 1 W
Output Type	Relay (normally open, 1 channel)
Maximum Load Current	16 A (total) / 16 A (per channel)
Maximum Load Power	3500 W (resistive)
Input Type	Logical (to N), 230 V
Communication Standard	WiFi 802.11g (2.4 GHz), bi-directional encrypted
Supported Control Methods	wBox app (iOS, Android, Windows Phone), web browser, wall push-button
Remote Access	Yes, via Internet with optional remote access enabled
Scheduling	Time-based and sunrise/sunset based (requires location and GPS)
Housing Material	Polyurethane composition, halogen-free, self-extinguishing (class B, 130°C)
Protection Rating	IP20
Installation Environment	Indoor, flush box or enclosure of controlled device, away from moisture and metal
Safety Precautions	Disconnect mains before installation; risk of electric shock; outputs may be live even when off
Software Update	Over-the-air (OTA) via Internet
Warranty Conditions	Warranty void if connected to non-compliant mains (PN-EN 50160) or improper wiring

Frequently Asked Questions - SwitchBox Blebox

What loads can the SwitchBox control?

The SwitchBox can control resistive loads up to 3500 W at 230 V AC, with a maximum current of 16 A. It is a single-channel relay switch suitable for lighting, heaters, and other compatible appliances.

How do I install the SwitchBox?

Always disconnect the mains power before installation. Connect the phase (L) and neutral (N) wires to the controller, then connect the load. Optionally, connect a mono-stable push-button for local control. Mount the device in a flush box or inside the enclosure of the controlled device, away from metal and moisture.

How do I connect the SwitchBox to my home WiFi?

First, power on the device and connect your phone/tablet to its built-in WiFi network (name: 'switchBox-xxxxxxxxxx'). Open the wBox app, select the device, go to settings, and under 'Connect' choose your home WiFi network from the list and enter the password. The device will then connect. Remember to enable 'Remote access enabled' if you want control from anywhere.

Can I control the SwitchBox without the app?

Yes, you can use a wall push-button (mono-stable, momentarily acting) connected to the input. Also, you can access the device's web interface by connecting to its WiFi network and navigating to http://192.168.4.1 in a browser.

What should I do if the SwitchBox does not appear in the wBox app?

Ensure your phone/tablet is connected to the device's WiFi network (not your home network). The device network name is 'switchBox-xxxxxxxxxx'. If it still doesn't appear, try restarting the device, or check if the app is updated. You can also try a factory reset.

How do I reset the SwitchBox to factory settings?

A factory reset procedure is not explicitly described in the manual. However, you can change the device's WiFi network name and password in settings. If you need a full reset, contact support at [e-mail].

How does the scheduling feature work?

In the wBox app settings, you can set the device time (automatically via internet or manual) and location (GPS). Then add schedule items: choose days, trigger type (specific time or relative to sunrise/sunset), and action (e.g., turn on/off). The device executes tasks based on the set schedule.

Can I use the SwitchBox outdoors?

No, the SwitchBox has an IP20 protection rating, meaning it is not dust-tight or water-resistant. It must be installed indoors in a dry location, such as a flush box or inside a device enclosure.

What happens if there is a power outage?

After a restart, the device behavior depends on the 'state after restart' setting. Options are: on, off, keep previous state, or toggle opposite state. You can configure this in the app settings.

How do I update the firmware on the SwitchBox?

Ensure the device is connected to your home WiFi with internet access. In the wBox app, go to device settings and click 'Get new firmware'. Wait about 1 minute without closing the interface. The device will download and install the latest firmware automatically.

USER MANUAL SwitchBox Blebox

Do not connect the device to loads exceeding the permitted values.

Connect only in accordance with the diagram presented in the manual. Improper connections may be dangerous, it can damage the controller, and loss of the warranty.

DANGER!: Risk of electric shock! Even with the device turned off, the outputs may be live. All assembly work should be ALWAYS performed with the disconnected power circuit.

The installation of the device to a power mains that does not meet the quality requirements defined by PN-EN 50160, will result in the loss of the warranty.

CONNECTION DIAGRAM

1

INSTALLATION - BASICS

• Disconnect the installation supply voltage before installing the controller. Remember that any mounting works should be carried out when the mains voltage is disconnected (switch off the mains fuse or disconnect the power cord from the mains socket).
  The controller should be installed in a place protected against adverse environmental conditions, protected from third party access - in the flush box or inside the enclosure of the controlled device. Remember that metallic elements (wires, housing parts) have a negative influence on the range of the device, and consequently the comfort of use. It is recommended that the device be mounted in a stable and fixed position. Due to the operating voltage of the device it is necessary that the connectors of the controller be protected against accidental contacts or short circuits, which could cause electric shock or damage to the device.

• Read the diagram and then proceed to install the controller. Pay particular attention to the designation of the controller connectors. Start with power wires - phase L (usuallybrown) and neutral N (blue). Then, connect the load. If you only want a local control with a wall switch, connect the wall push-button according to the diagram. To control using only your phone or Tablet, it is not necessary to install the wall push-button.

• The controller supports all types of single mono-stable push-button.
• After making sure that the device is connected in accordance with the diagram and that there are no metal components near the controller which may accidentally cause short-circuit, start the device by turning on the power (turning on the mains fuse or connecting the power cord to the power outlet).

2

FIRST START

• Unlock your phone or tablet and download the free wBox application. If you have an Android mobile device, you will find the application in the Play Store. For iOS devices the application is in the App Store. For phones with Windows Phone, you can download the application from the Windows Phone Store.
• By using your mobile phone or tablet, connect it to the device wireless network. To do this, enter to your smartphone or tablet settings, then go to setting of the WiFi network and find the network name „switchBox-xxxxxxxxx” where xxxxxxxxxxxx is the serial number of the device. Connect to this network.
  Turn on the wBox application. A device will appear at the top of the screen. To add it to the application, click on "plus" on the right side of the name. To pre-configure the controller, click on the default device name.

You can also set the configuration using the web browser of your phone / tablet. After connecting to the wireless network of the controller, turn on the browser and go to: http://192.168.4.1

• Test the work of the controller, by clicking the ON / OFF button, paying attention to the behavior of the connected load. If you have connected a wall push-button, check its work.
  In the default configuration of the controller, for a mono-stable push-button, holding down the push-button should cause that the load turn on, releasing the pushbutton will turn off the load. To change this behavior, go to the settings (button at the top-right corner of the screen) and then select "Set actions triggered by input", for the corresponding action select the appropriate action type for the given trigger. You can configure 10 actions for a push-button. For example, to switch on / off the lighting each time you press the button, select the action type as "toggle state" and as trigger select "short click".
  Also check the selection in the "state after restart" option, which determines how the controller behaves after a restart caused by, for example, a power failure. You can choose whether the load should be on, off, remain as before the restart (if it was off then it has to continue off), or take the opposite state.

3

ACCESS POINT AND WIFI NETWORK SETTINGS

Once you turn on the controller for the first time, you can proceed to its further configuration. Being connected to the WiFi network emitted by the device, in the control panel of the wBox application select the device, then go to "settings" (button at the top-right corner of the screen).
- You can change the name of the device that is displayed in the wBox application. In addition, you can change the name and password of its generated WiFi network. Remember that changing the network name or password will disconnect the device immediately after you click the "save" button, so re-connect to the device using the newly assigned network name and password.
- You can add the controller to your home WiFi network to control it through this home network or from anywhere in the World. To do this, in the "Connect" settings section, select a network name from the list and press "Connect". If is required, enter the WiFi network password. During the connection of the controller to your home network, the phone / tablet may disconnected from the network. In this case, you will need to reconnect your phone / tablet to the controller network.
Please remember that in order to control the device outside the local WiFi network, from anyplace in the World by using the wBox application, the option "Remote access enabled" in the controller settings must be set to "yes".
Once you've finished configuring the WiFi network, you can disconnect your phone/tablet from the controller network and connect your mobile device directly to your home WiFi network. The control from the wBox application will work the same way as when the phone / tablet is connected to the controller network. If the user leaves the local network, for example, leaving home or using the mobile data, the wBox application will signal this state as "remote mode". In this case, the devices can be controlled, but for security reasons settings are not available.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Supply voltage 230V
Power consumption	less than 1W
Outputs number	1
Output type	relay
Maximum current (total) 16A
	16AMaximum current (channel)
Max load 3500W
Inputs number 1
Input type logical, to N
Inputs voltage 230V
Housing	made of polyurethane composition not containing halogens, self-extinguishing for thermal class B (130 °C)
Protection rating IP20
Dimensions	39 x 47 x 23 mm
Transmission	bi-directional, encrypted
Transmission frequency 2.4GHz
	μWiFi, compatible with WiFi, 802.11gCommunicat

Communication mode	direct connection (as access point), Wi-Fi connection via a standard router, connection with access from any location in the world (requires access to the Internet)
Control with	Apple iPhone, Apple iPad, iPad Mini, Android, Windows Phone, computers and mobile devices operating a fully HTML5, Apple watch support coming soon

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

LOCATION AND TIME OF THE DEVICE, SCHEDULE

The controller has the ability to work according to a given schedule. To make this possible, set the device's time. Go to settings in the "device time" section, click "change timezone". Then select your region and location from the list, confirm your selection clicking the "save" button. The device will synchronize its time with the server time (if the controller is in a WiFi network with access to Internet) or it will download time from the phone / tablet. It is recommended that the controller is always connected to a WiFi network with Internet access so that it can automatically synchronize its clock.

To be able to control devices using the local sunrise and sunset, you must also select the location of the controller. You can specify the location of the device using a smartphone or tablet. In the section "device location", click "set locations". Browser will ask whether to share locations - allow. In the "coordinates" field, should appear the approximate coordinates of your location. If the "set locations" button blinks red with the word "error", or the "coordinates" field did not change the value from "not set" to numeric data, a failurehas occurred during the location download. You should make sure that the phone / tablet has a GPS module and that the sharinglocation service is enabled on the phone.

Adding schedule entries can be performed by clicking the "add item" button in the "schedule" section of settings. You can select the days in which the task will be performed, the type of entry (at a specific time, or relative to sunrise / sunset - only having a correctly set location) and set the parameters of the task. The set tasks will be visible as a list, individual entries can be edited or deleted.

SOFTWARE UPDATE

To update the software in the controller, connect it to your home WiFi network (see "Access Point and WiFi settings" section) which is connected to the Internet. Go to "settings" (button at the top-right corner of the screen) and click the "get new firmware" button in the final section on settings. Wait about 1 minute, do not close the interface and don't perform other actions. The device will download the latest software. The software version number, hardware version and device identifier can be read at the bottom of the settings screen.

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