1. How to use Matter
Connect Your Air Conditioner through Matter
Make sure your mobile device is connected to your wireless router. Wireless router should support IPv6. For best Matter compatibility, connect the AC to the Alexa, Google Home or Apple Home ecosystems along with at least one of their respective Matter enabled smart speakers.
Step 1
Select your preferred ecosystem (Alexa, Google Home or Apple Home) and make sure you've got one of their Matter enabled products (such as their smart speakers) connected to your wireless router.
[Apple Home logo] [Google Home logo] [Alexa logo]
Step 2
Turn on Bluetooth on your mobile device.
[Illustration of a mobile phone's 'Settings' screen showing Bluetooth enabled]
Step 3
Window AC: Hold down the CONNECT button for 3 seconds to begin the pairing process (“AP” will appear on the AC's display).
Portable AC: Hold down the SWING button for 3 seconds to begin the pairing process (“AP” will appear on the AC's display).
Note: Entering AP pairing mode may vary between different AC; please follow the instruction on the AC panel.
[Illustration of a Window AC unit with 'CONNECT' button labeled] [Illustration of a Portable AC unit with 'SWING' button labeled]
Step 4
Open the Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home app on your mobile device.
[Illustration of a mobile phone displaying icons for Apple Home, Google Home, and Alexa apps]
Step 5
Tap the "+" and "Add Device/Accessory" or tap "+Add" in your app and then select Matter device and scan the Matter QR code found on the side of the AC device. Follow the respective instructions in the Alexa, Google Home or Apple Home app to complete the pairing process.
[Illustration of a mobile phone screen showing '+ Add' and 'Add Device/Accessory' options] [Illustration of an AC unit with a QR code] [Text: 'scan Matter QR code']
Step 6
After pairing is successful, you can control your AC's temperature and mode settings, etc., through the respective ecosystem app and/or smart speaker.
[Illustration of a mobile phone displaying the SmartHome app interface with temperature control set to 76°F]
App & Smart Speakers Matter Support Requirements
| Device | Version |
|---|---|
| iPhone | iOS 16.5 |
| Apple Home Pod | 16.5 |
| Android | Google Play services min version: 22.36.15 Google Home app (GHA) min version: 2.58.24.1-dogfood |
| Google Home Hub | Google Hub firmware min version: 1.56.324896 (appears on hub as Chromecast firmware version) |
| Alexa App | 2.2.536317 |
| Alexa Echo Device | 9094439556 |
NOTE:
- Setup processes and features may vary between ecosystems.
- Make sure the Matter enabled app is up to date to ensure the best experience.
- Periodically, we will update the device's software to improve the experience. Device software updates can be accomplished through the SmartHome app.
2. How to use SmartHome App
Ensure that your mobile phone is connected to the wireless network. Bluetooth must be turned on. The device must also be powered up.
Step 1: Download the SmartHome app
Scan the QR code below to download the SmartHome app from the app store or search for it directly on the Google Play Store or Apple's App Store.
[QR code for SmartHome app download] [App Store download button] [Google Play download button]
Step 2: Log in
Open the SmartHome app. Log in directly if you have an existing SmartHome account or create a new account. Alternatively, you can also use a 3rd party login platform.
[Illustration of a mobile phone displaying the SmartHome app login screen with fields for email and password]
Step 3: Connecting the device
1) When you log in, you may see the message "Smart devices discovered nearby". Tap to add your device.
2) If no such message appears, proceed as follows: Tap on "+" and select your device in the list of nearby available devices. If your device is not listed, please add your device manually, first selecting the device category e.g. Portable AC.
[Illustration of a mobile phone screen showing a list of discovered devices and a close-up of selecting a device]
3) Follow the steps in the app to connect your device to the wireless network. If your device fails to connect, follow the additional instructions in the app.
[Illustration of a mobile phone screen showing connection steps for Window AC] [Illustration of a mobile phone screen showing connection steps for Portable AC]
Step 4: Controlling the device
After pairing successfully, a card will be created for the device in the SmartHome app. Shortcuts for basic functions will appear on the card such as changing the temperature or switching the device on or off. Tapping on the card will reveal additional features and settings. The actual UI design may look different from examples due to app updates.
[Illustration of a mobile phone displaying the SmartHome app interface with AC controls: temperature, mode, fan speed, swing options]
Declaration of conformity
FCC ID: 2ADQOMDNA23
IC: 12575A-MDNA23
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- (1) This device may not cause interference;
- (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Only operate the device in accordance with the instructions supplied. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm (8 inches) during normal operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- --Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- --Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- --Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- --Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
3. Specification
Wireless Module Model: US-SK109
Antenna Type: Printed PCB Antenna
Frequency Band: 2400-2483.5MHz
Operation Temperature: 0°C~45°C / 32°F~113°F
Operation Humidity: 10%~85%
Power Input: DC 5V/500mA
Maximum TX Power: <20dBm
