Shelly Uni: Installation and Configuration Guide
This document provides comprehensive instructions for installing, connecting, and configuring the Shelly Uni smart home device.
Initial Inclusion and Wiring
Before installing or mounting the device, ensure the power grid is turned off (breakers down).
Sensor Connections
- DS18B20 Sensor: Connect as shown in Figure 1.
- DHT22 Sensor: Connect using the scheme in Figure 2.
Switch and Sensor Connections
- Binary Sensor (Reed Ampule): Connect using the scheme in Figure 3A for DC power supply or Figure 3B for AC power supply.
- Button or Switch: Connect using the scheme in Figure 4A for DC power supply or Figure 4B for AC power supply.
- ADC Wiring: Use the scheme shown in Figure 6.
Control of Inputs
The device reads standard logical levels, independent of applied voltage (potential free). It cannot work with programmed limits of the levels as they are not ADC attached.
- AC Input (12V up to 24V): Measured as logical "1" (HIGH) if voltage is above 12V, and logical "0" (LOW) if below 12V.
- DC Input (2.2V up to 36V): Measured as logical "1" (HIGH) if voltage is above 2.2V, and logical "0" (LOW) if below 2.2V.
- Maximum allowed voltage is 36V DC / 24V AC.
For more information about the Bridge, visit: shelly-api-docs.shelly.cloud or contact developers@shelly.cloud.
Controlling Your Home with Voice
All Shelly devices are compatible with Amazon Echo and Google Home. For a step-by-step guide, visit: shelly.cloud/compatibility/
Shelly Cloud Mobile Application
Shelly Cloud gives you the opportunity to control and adjust all Shelly® devices from anywhere in the world. All you need is an Internet connection and our mobile application, installed on your smartphone or tablet.
Registration
The first time you load the Shelly Cloud mobile app, you have to create an account which can manage all your Shelly® devices. WARNING! Be careful when you type your e-mail address during the registration, as it will be used in case you forget your password.
Forgotten Password
In case you forget or lose your password, just enter the e-mail address you have used in your registration. You will receive instructions to change your password.
First Steps in the App
After registering, create your first room (or rooms), where you are going to add and use your Shelly devices.
Scenes
Shelly Cloud gives you the opportunity to create scenes for automatic turning on or off of the Devices at predefined hours or based on other parameters like temperature, humidity, light etc. (with available sensor in Shelly Cloud). Shelly Cloud allows easy control and monitoring using a mobile phone, tablet or PC.
Device Inclusion (App)
- Install Device: Install the Shelly device to the power grid following the Installation Instructions included with the Device. After turning the power on, Shelly will create its own WiFi Access Point (AP) with an SSID like "shellyuni-XXXXXX". WARNING! If the Device has not created its own AP WiFi network, reset the Device. If the Device has been powered on, restart it by powering it off and on again. Power on Shelly Uni and press the reset switch button until the LED on the board goes ON. If not, repeat or contact customer support at support@shelly.cloud.
- Connect to Shelly AP: If using iOS, go to Settings > WiFi and connect to the network created by Shelly (e.g., shellyuni-35FA58). If using Android, your phone will automatically scan and include new Shelly Devices in the WiFi network you are connected to.
- Add Device in App: Open the Shelly app, select "Add Device" from the menu. Type the name (SSID) and password for the WiFi network to which you want to add the Device.
- Discovery: Approximately 30 seconds after discovery of any new Devices on the local WiFi network, a list will be displayed by default in the "Discovered Devices" room.
- Select Device: Enter "Discovered Devices" and choose the Device you want to include in your account.
- Name and Room: Enter a name for the Device (in the Device Name field). Choose a Room, in which the Device has to be positioned. You can choose an icon or add a picture to make it easier to recognize. Press "Save Device".
- Connect to Cloud: To enable connection to the Shelly Cloud service for remote control and monitoring, press "YES" on the following pop-up.
Shelly Device Settings (App)
After your Shelly device is included in the application, you can control it, change its settings, and automate its operation. To enter the details menu of the respective Device, simply click on its name.
- Edit Device: Allows you to change the Device's name, room, and picture.
- Device Settings: Allows you to change settings. For example, with "Restrict login", you may enter a username and password to restrict access to the embedded web interface. You may also automate Device operations from this menu.
- Timer: Manage the power supply automatically.
- Auto OFF: After turning on, the power supply will automatically shut down after a predefined time (in seconds). A value of 0 cancels the automatic shutdown.
- Auto ON: After turning off, the power supply will be automatically turned on after a predefined time (in seconds). A value of 0 cancels the automatic power-on.
- Weekly Schedule: Shelly may turn on/off automatically at a predefined time and day throughout the week. This function requires an Internet connection.
- Sunrise/Sunset: Shelly receives actual information through the Internet about the time of sunrise and sunset in your area. Shelly may turn on or off automatically at sunrise/sunset, or at a specified time before or after sunrise/sunset. This function requires an Internet connection.
The Embedded Web Interface
Even without the mobile app, Shelly can be set and controlled through a browser and WiFi connection of a mobile phone, tablet, or PC.
Abbreviations Used
- Shelly-ID: The unique name of the Device, consisting of 6 or more characters (e.g., 35FA58).
- SSID: The name of the WiFi network created by the Device (e.g., shellyuni-35FA58).
- Access Point (AP): The mode in which the Device creates its own WiFi connection point with the respective name (SSID).
- Client Mode (CM): The mode in which the Device is connected to another WiFi network.
Initial Inclusion (Web Interface)
- Install and Power On: Install Shelly to the power grid following the schemes described above and place it into the console. After turning the power on, Shelly will create its own WiFi network (AP). WARNING! If you do not see an active WiFi network with SSID like shellyuni-35FA58, reset the Device. Restart by powering it off and on again. Power on Shelly Uni and press the reset switch button until the LED on the board goes ON. If not, repeat or contact customer support at support@shelly.cloud.
- Connect to AP: Connect your phone, tablet, or PC to the Shelly AP (e.g., "shellyuni-35FA58").
- Access Web Interface: Type "192.168.33.1" into the address field of your browser to load the web interface of Shelly.
General - Home Page
This is the home page of the embedded web interface. If it has been set up correctly, you will see information about settings menu button, current state (on/off), present time.
- Internet & Security: Configure the internet and WiFi settings.
- External Sensors: Set up temperature units and offset.
- Sensor URL Actions: Configure URL actions by channels.
- Settings: Configure different settings like Device name, ADC range, Firmware.
- Channel 1 & 2: Settings of output channel 1 and channel 2.
- Automation: There are 2 types of automation:
- ADC can control the outputs according to measured voltage and set thresholds.
- Temperature sensors can control outputs according to the measurement and the set thresholds.
Channel Configuration
In this screen you can control, monitor, and change the settings for turning the power on and off. You can also see the current status of the connected appliance to Shelly, Buttons Settings, On and OFF.
- To turn on the connected circuit press "Turn ON".
- To turn off the connected circuit press "Turn OFF".
- Press the icon [back-arrow] to go to the previous menu.
Shelly Management Settings
Each Shelly can be configured individually. This lets you personalize each Device in a unique manner, or consistently, as you choose.
- Power On Default State: This sets the channels' default state when powered from the power grid.
- ON: By default, when the Device is powered, the connected circuit/appliance will be powered as well.
- OFF: By default, the Device and any connected circuit/appliance will not be powered, even when it is connected to the grid.
- Restore Last State: By default, the Device and the connected circuit/appliance will be returned to the last state they occupied (on or off) before the last power off/shutdown.
- Auto ON/OFF: Automatic powering/shutdown of the socket and the connected appliance.
- Auto OFF after: After turning on, the power supply will be automatically shut down after a predefined time (in seconds). A value of 0 cancels the automatic shutdown.
- Auto ON after: After turning off, the power supply will be automatically turned on after a predefined time (in seconds). A value of 0 cancels the automatic start.
- Manual Switch Type:
- Momentary: When using a button.
- Toggle switch: When using a switch.
- Edge switch: Change status on every hit.
- Sunrise/Sunset Hours: This function requires an Internet connection. Shelly receives actual information through the Internet about the time of sunrise and sunset in your area. Shelly may turn on or off automatically at sunrise/sunset, or at a specified time before or after sunrise/sunset.
- On/Off Schedule: This function requires an Internet connection. Shelly may turn on/off automatically at a predefined time.
Other Settings
- Login: Access the Device.
- Leave unprotected: Removes the notification for disabled authorization.
- Enable authentication: Turn authentication on or off. Change your username and password. You must enter a new username and password, then press Save to save the changes.
- Connect to cloud: Turn the connection between Shelly and Shelly Cloud on or off.
- Factory reset: Return Shelly to its factory settings.
- Firmware upgrade: Shows present firmware version. If a newer version is available, update your Shelly Device by clicking Update.
- Device reboot: Reboots the Device.
Diagram Descriptions
Figure 1: DS18B20 Sensor Connection
Diagram showing a DS18B20 temperature sensor connected to the Shelly Uni. The sensor's VCC pin connects to the Shelly Uni's VCC terminal, the DATA pin connects to the Shelly Uni's DATA terminal, and the GND pin connects to the Shelly Uni's GND terminal.
Figure 2: DHT22 Sensor Connection
Diagram illustrating a DHT22 temperature and humidity sensor connected to the Shelly Uni. The sensor's VCC pin connects to the Shelly Uni's VCC terminal, the DATA pin connects to the Shelly Uni's DATA terminal, and the GND pin connects to the Shelly Uni's GND terminal.
Figure 3A: Binary Sensor (DC Power)
Diagram showing a binary sensor (e.g., Reed switch) connected to the Shelly Uni for DC power. One terminal of the sensor connects to the Shelly Uni's input terminal (e.g., SW1), and the other terminal connects to the Shelly Uni's GND terminal. The device is powered by a DC source.
Figure 3B: Binary Sensor (AC Power)
Diagram showing a binary sensor (e.g., Reed switch) connected to the Shelly Uni for AC power. One terminal of the sensor connects to the Shelly Uni's input terminal (e.g., SW1), and the other terminal connects to the Shelly Uni's AC input terminal. The device is powered by an AC source.
Figure 4A: Button/Switch Connection (DC Power)
Diagram illustrating a button or switch connected to the Shelly Uni for DC power. The switch connects between the Shelly Uni's input terminal (e.g., SW1) and the Shelly Uni's GND terminal. The device is powered by a DC source.
Figure 4B: Button/Switch Connection (AC Power)
Diagram showing a button or switch connected to the Shelly Uni for AC power. The switch connects between the Shelly Uni's input terminal (e.g., SW1) and the Shelly Uni's AC input terminal. The device is powered by an AC source.
Figure 6: ADC Wiring
Diagram depicting the wiring for an Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) input on the Shelly Uni. It shows how to connect a voltage source to the ADC input terminal and the corresponding GND terminal.
App Screenshot Descriptions
- iOS Inclusion: A screenshot of an iPhone's WiFi settings screen, showing connection to a network named "shellyuni-XXXXXX".
- Android Inclusion: A screenshot of an Android phone's WiFi settings or a notification indicating a new device has been found on the WiFi network.
- Add Device Screen: A screenshot of the Shelly Cloud app displaying an "Add Device" button and options to add cameras or rooms.
- Choose Room: A screenshot of the Shelly Cloud app where the user selects a room (e.g., "Living Room") for the new device.
- Discovered Devices: A screenshot showing a list of discovered Shelly devices, with an option to add them.
- Connect to Cloud Prompt: A pop-up window in the Shelly app asking if the user wants to connect the device to the Shelly Cloud for remote control.
- Device Settings: A screenshot of the Shelly Uni device settings within the app, showing options like "Edit Device" and "Device Settings".
Web Interface Screenshot Descriptions
- General Home Page: A screenshot of the Shelly Uni's embedded web interface, showing basic device status and navigation links like "Internet & Security", "External Sensors", and "Settings".
- Channel Screen: A screenshot of the web interface displaying controls for a specific channel, with "Turn ON" and "Turn OFF" buttons and current status indicators.
- Settings Menu: A screenshot showing various configuration options available in the web interface, such as "Power On Default State", "Auto ON/OFF", and "Firmware Update".
General Information and Safety
Maximum Allowed Voltage: 36V DC / 24V AC.
Support: For assistance, contact support@shelly.cloud.
Compliance: The device features ROHS and CE compliance markings.