Eva S1 PRO

Overview

The Eva S1 PRO is a smart universal IR controller designed to manage infrared-controlled appliances, featuring built-in temperature and humidity sensors for automation.

Top View

Diagram showing the top of the Eva S1 PRO device. It features a circular design with a central 'eva' logo and a small blue LED indicator on the left side.

Bottom View

Diagram showing the bottom of the Eva S1 PRO device. It displays the 'eva Smart IR Controller with T&H Sensor' label, model number (S1Pro), input specifications (DC 5V/1A), WiFi frequency (2.4GHz), IR frequency (38kHz), and certifications (CE, FCC, RoHS). It also indicates the 'Reset Button' and 'Micro USB Input' ports. The website www.evasmart.co is also visible.

Specifications

Product Highlights

• Control all your IR appliances from your phone app, anytime, anywhere.
• Add remote from over 1,000,000 branded preset remotes from the cloud library.
• Built-in temperature & humidity sensor. Automate your IR appliances with sensor data.
• Supports voice control from 3rd party AI Smart Speakers (Amazon Alexa, Google Home, TMall Genie, etc).
• Timer function.
• Scene automation.
• GPS location automation.
• Works with other Eva, TuyaSmart, and SmartLife devices.

Getting Started

1. Make sure to connect your phone to a 2.4GHz WiFi network.
2. Have your 2.4GHz WiFi password with you.
3. Your smartphone or tablet is running on iOS 8.0 / Android 4.0 or higher.
4. Your router security is set to MAC-open, WPA2.

Device Setup

Scan the QR code to download the Eva app.

Account Registration / Log In

For first-time users, create an account and follow on-screen instructions to get a verification code to complete your new account registration.

App screens shown include options to 'Log In', 'Sign Up', or 'Try now'. The registration screen allows selection of region (e.g., Malaysia), input of email address, and obtaining a verification code. It also includes agreement to 'User Agreement' and 'Privacy Policy', with options to register using Google or Apple accounts.

Device Setup and Connection

Power Up and Prepare Your Device

1. Power up the device using the micro USB cable provided. Ensure it is fully plugged in.
2. If the LED indicator is not "blinking fast", hold the reset button (about 5 seconds) until the LED indicator is "blinking fast".

Diagram showing the bottom of the Eva S1 PRO with arrows indicating 'Hold reset button' and 'Insert micro USB to power up'.

Connect to 2.4GHz WiFi Network

• Double-check if your smartphone/tablet is connected to your 2.4GHz WiFi network.
• Connect if it is not on the 2.4GHz network yet.

Adding Devices

A. Bluetooth Search (Default)

1. At the “Home” page, touch the [+] icon on the upper right corner to choose the device to add.
2. You will be prompted to turn on your Bluetooth if it is not turned on. Go to your phone settings and turn ON Bluetooth.
3. Select "Go to add".
4. Connect your phone to a 2.4GHz WiFi Network.
5. Key in your WiFi password. Do not copy-paste the password.
6. Follow on-screen instructions to add the device.

App screens show the process of adding devices, including categories like Electrical, Lighting, Sensors, Large Home Appliances, Small Home Appliances, Kitchen Appliances, Exercise & Health, Security & Video Surveillance, Gateway Control, Outdoor Travel, Energy, Entertainment, and Industry & Agriculture. It also shows a prompt to enable Bluetooth for easier device addition and a screen to 'Choose Wi-Fi and enter password' for 'Evasmart-2.4Ghz'.

B. EZ Mode

1. At the "Home" page, touch the [+] icon on the upper right corner to choose the device to add.
2. Navigate to "Others" at the side bar.
3. Choose “Universal Remote Controller" from the list.
4. Key in your WiFi password. Do not copy-paste the password.
5. Follow on-screen instructions to add the device.

App screens illustrate navigating to 'Others', selecting 'Universal Remote Control', and entering Wi-Fi network details. The final screen shows 'Select 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Network and enter password', with options for 2.4GHz and 5GHz, and a password field.

C. AP Mode

If you have trouble adding the device using EZ Mode, try switching to AP Mode.

1. On the device, hold the reset button (about 8 seconds) until the LED indicator is "blinking slowly".
2. On the app, key in your WiFi password and go to the next page. Do not copy and paste your WiFi password.
3. Switch to “AP Mode” from the upper right corner.
4. Then connect your phone/tablet to the device hotspot “SmartLife-XXXX".
5. Return to the app to complete adding the device.

App screens show the 'Reset the device first' prompt for AP Mode (indicator blinking slowly) and the 'Adding device...' progress screen. A confirmation of the indicator rapidly blinking is shown for EZ Mode, and slowly blinking for AP Mode.

Screens show the process of selecting a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network and entering the password. It also shows how to switch between EZ Mode and AP Mode. Further screens detail connecting the mobile phone to the device's hotspot (e.g., 'SmartLife_XXXX') via Wi-Fi settings.

Adding Remote Control for IR Appliances

1. After adding the device, it will show up on the home page. Select the device and tap on "Add" button.
2. Then choose the type and brand of the appliance you would like to setup from the cloud library.
3. You can match your remote by using “Quick Match” or “Manual Mode".
4. Please make sure to test at least 3 buttons and check if the IR appliance you want to match responds properly.

*Make sure the IR appliance you are trying to match is turned ON, and in the same room as Eva S1 PRO.

App screens show the device listed on the home page, the temperature and humidity readings, and the 'Add Remote' interface with categories like TV, Set-top Box, Air, Fan, TV Box, DVD, Light, Projector, and Audio.

Quick Match vs. Manual Mode

Quick Match: Tap on the button in the middle and check if your IR appliance responds to it. Follow on-screen instructions. Ensure Eva S1 Pro is in the same room with the IR appliance.

Manual Mode: Tap on at least 3 buttons on the app remote and check if the IR appliance responds. If it doesn't, tap on the “Another One" button (the number at the back represents the number of remotes). Tap on "Can Control” once it's done.

App screens illustrate the process of pointing the universal remote controller to the device and pressing buttons for matching, and the control interface with options like 'Mode: cold', 'Set Temperature', 'Speed: auto', 'More', 'Switch', and 'Can Control'.

DIY Remote (Self-Learn / Self-Program)

If the IR appliance brand/remote model is not found in the cloud library, use “DIY” to self-learn each button from your physical remote.

1. Tap "add" button from Eva S1 PRO main page.
2. Scroll down, select “DIY”, and choose the type of appliance/remote.
3. You can DIY by “Quick Learn” or “Button-by-button".

• Quick Learn: Auto matches your remote code with all available remotes in the cloud.
• Button-by-button: Learn each button on your physical remote manually.

App screens show the 'Try Quick Learn' option and the 'Button Learn' interface, guiding the user to press and hold a key on the app remote, then short press the corresponding physical button to learn. Instructions A, B, and C detail the learning process.

NOTE: DIY - "Other" remotes cannot be recognized by 3rd party voice assistants and do not support voice control.

Temperature / Humidity Monitoring & Automation

T&H Monitoring

Eva S1 PRO comes with a temperature & humidity sensor to provide readings on the surroundings. Users can use this data to trigger automation for IR and other smart devices.

After connecting to WiFi, allow about 30 minutes for the sensor to stabilize for accurate readings.

1. Tap on the temperature reading box at the top left corner to switch temperature units between °C and °F.
2. Tap on the graph image tab to view detailed temperature & humidity data.

App screen shows temperature and humidity readings, with an arrow indicating 'Tap to switch temperature unit' and another arrow pointing to 'Tap to view detailed data and graph'.

T&H Automation

Users can set up automation to trigger any smart / IR devices using the temperature and humidity data from Eva S1 PRO.

Scenario 1:

When room temperature drops below 21.5°C, set aircond temperature to 25°C and fan to medium.

Scenario 2:

When room humidity drops below 20% RH, turn on smart plug for humidifier.

To create automation:

1. Tap on “Smart” at the bottom of the app main page.
2. Tap on the [+] icon at the top right corner to create a new automation.
3. Select "When device status changes".
4. Then select Eva S1 PRO.

App screens show navigating to the 'Smart' tab, creating a new automation, and selecting conditions like 'Launch Tap-to-Run', 'When weather changes', 'When location changes', 'Schedule', 'When device status changes', and 'Family Member Going Home'.

Continue setting up automation:

1. Choose the parameter that you would like to trigger the automation.
2. Then choose “Run the device” to run a certain device / IR appliances.
3. Or you can choose to automate other tasks such as Smart Scenes or Send Notification.

App screens show the 'Create Smart' interface with options to 'Set a condition' and 'Set up task', including 'Run the device', 'Select smart scenes', 'Send notification', and 'Delay the action'. The 'Create new Smart' screen allows defining the condition (e.g., Eva S1 PRO Temperature < 21.5°C) and the task (e.g., Air Conditioning Customized State). A name can be given to the automation, and an effective period set. The 'Save' button is shown.

Automate any smart devices with a "Powered by Tuya" mark to create a seamless smart home automation.

Linking to 3rd Party Voice Assistant

Eva S1 PRO supports various 3rd party voice assistants/smart speakers to allow users to voice command IR devices/appliances. Follow the steps below to enable linking.

1. At the device main page, select the [settings/menu icon] on the upper right corner.
2. On "Third-party Control" tab, choose your preferred voice assistant and follow the on-screen instructions to link.

App screens show the device details, including 'Device Information', 'Tap-to-Run and Automation', and 'Third-party Control'. Under 'Third-party Control', options for Alexa, Google Assistant, XIAODU, and Tencent Xiaowei are visible. The 'Others' section includes 'Share Device', 'Create Group', etc.

To link with Tmall Genie, please use the Tuya Smart app, and add the “涂鸦智能” device in the Tmall Genie app.

Device Sharing

Users can share devices with another user from the device settings.

1. At the device page, select the [settings/menu icon] on the upper right corner.
2. Select "Share Device".
3. At the Device Sharing page, select "Add Sharing" and choose the method of sharing.
4. Key in the app account email of the person you would like to share to.
5. Select "Done" on the upper right corner to send the invitation.

App screens show the device settings, the 'Device Sharing' page, and the 'Add Sharing' interface where region (Malaysia) and account email can be entered. A keyboard is displayed for input.

Home Sharing

Similar to Device Sharing, Home Sharing shares all devices, including settings and automation saved in the current Home with another user.

1. Select "Me" at the bottom of the app main page, then select "Home Management".
2. Choose the home that you would like to share (You are required to setup basic home information first if you have not done it yet).
3. Select "Add Member" to invite.
4. Key in the required information and set a role for the family member.
• Administrator: Has the right to add/remove devices, automation.
• Common Member: Only has the right to use devices.

App screens show navigating to 'Me', 'Home Management', 'Home Settings' (with options for Home Name, Room Management, Home Location), and adding a member with fields for Name, Region, Account, and Family Role (Administrator, Common Member).

FAQ & Troubleshooting

What appliances can I control with Eva S1 PRO?

You can control TV, Astro, Aircond, Apple TV, Fan, Projector, Sound bar, any 38KHz IR remote appliances.

I have trouble adding my Eva S1 PRO, what should I do next?

• Make sure the micro USB connector is plugged in properly and powered on.
• Make sure your phone is connected to a 2.4GHz WiFi network, and not a 5GHz WiFi network.
• Make sure you key in your WiFi password, not copy & paste into the blanks.
• Make sure the device is reset and the blue LED is blinking fast.
• Try using AP Mode to add the device.
• Please make sure your router authentication is set to WPA2.

Can I control my appliances outside of my home?

Yes, you can control your appliances using your mobile phone's 3G/4G network data connection.

Can I control appliances in other rooms?

Unfortunately, IR signals cannot penetrate through walls and can only be used to control IR appliances within the same room as Eva S1 PRO. If you would like to control appliances in other rooms, you need to add-on Eva S1 PRO in other rooms as well.

I can't seem to program my remote into the device/app.

• Only IR remotes can be programmed using the DIY function.
• To check if your electrical appliance remote is an IR remote, cover the front of your remote with your palm and then press on any button to see if the appliance responds. If it doesn't, it means it is not an IR remote controller.
• Make sure the appliances you are trying to match are in the same room as Eva S1 PRO.

Why is my electrical appliance not responding to Eva S1?

• Make sure Eva S1 PRO is connected to the WiFi network and has a good connection.
• Check if the blue light is flashing repeatedly. If it does, it means that the WiFi network is not connected.
• Check if your electrical appliance's main switch is powered on.
• Check if there is no object blocking between Eva S1 and the electrical appliance that you want to control. IR signals cannot penetrate through objects and walls.
• Make sure the IR appliances that you are trying to control are in the same room as Eva S1 PRO.

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