Delock WLAN EASY-USB Smart Switch
Description
This USB switch by Delock can be controlled via button or WLAN. With the installed Tasmota firmware, the switch can be easily integrated into existing systems for home automation, IoT or M2M. With the help of the web interface, the USB plug can be controlled without having to rely on the cloud or an app.
Multifunctional Application
The USB switch can be used to control all common USB loads, such as USB LED light strips or fans. The data lines are connected, so USB devices such as webcams can also be switched; in addition, operation with power supply units or power banks with fast charging function is possible. For example, the charging of mobile phones can be controlled in a targeted manner.
Specification
- Connectors:
- 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A reversible male >
- 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A female
- USB-A male port usable in both directions
- Switch button with 2-colour LED indicator
- Web interface
- Programmable timer control
- Supports MQ Telemetry Transport (MQTT)
- Supports Alexa
- Chipset: ESP8285
- Compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g/n
- Frequency range: 2.4 GHz
- Suitable for indoor use
- Power consumption: max. 1.0 W
- Voltage: max. 12.0 V
- Current: max. 2.0 A
- Output power: max. 18.0 W total
- Dimensions without plug (LxWxH): ca. 34.5 x 29.2 x 23.4 mm
System Requirements
- WLAN Gateway
Package Content
- WLAN EASY-USB Smart Switch
- User manual
Safety Instructions
- Keep it away from liquids and extreme heat.
- Do not attempt to disassemble or open the unit.
Installation
- Connect the WLAN switch to a USB socket. The LED will start lighting.
- Start a WLAN capable device, like a smartphone, tablet or computer.
- Search for the WLAN named "delock-XXXX" (XXXX: 4 numbers) and connect to it. A notification window opens to sign into the network. Alternatively, open a browser with the IP 192.168.4.1 Enter the name and password of your existing WLAN home network. Note the four numbers (delock-XXXX) for later use.
- The WLAN switch will restart and connect to your home network.
Operation
There are several ways to operate the device:
- Pushing the button on the device
- Using the web interface
- Connecting the switch to a smart home system like Alexa
- Connecting the switch to a smart home system with MQTT
The red LED signals the power status of the switch. ?
Web Interface
To use the web interface, you have to find the IP address of the switch. Depending on your home network, there are several options you can choose from.
- If you know how to configure your WLAN router: Open the user interface of your home router to find the IP address of the WLAN switch. Most routers show a list of devices connected to the network.
- If you are running Mac OS or Windows 10 on a computer: Open a web browser with the address: http://delock-XXXX.local/ or http://delock-XXXX/ (XXXX: 4 numbers).
- If you have an AVM Fritz box: Open a web browser with the address: http://delock-XXXX.fritz.box (XXXX: 4 numbers).
- If you want to find the IP address with a Android device or iPhone: Install the APP "Fing" on your mobile device. It examines your network and displays the IP address of the WLAN switch.
With the IP address you can start the web interface of the device in your browser, there are several options:
- You can toggle the switch on or off.
- You can enter advanced configuration to connect to a smart home gateway or program a timer (see section advanced configuration).
- See general information about the switch and the firmware.
- Upgrade the firmware (see section firmware update).
- Open a console to enter commands. For a list of commands please refer to the Tasmota Wiki: https://tasmota.github.io/docs/Commands/
- Restart the WLAN switch.
Configuration with Alexa
The device is using an emulation for use with Alexa. To make it usable in Alexa, just search for new devices, and a WLAN switch will be recognized.
Firmware Update / Changing the language
The default language of the WLAN switch is German. If you want to change the firmware of the web interface, go to "Firmware Update". Edit the filename of the OTA URL reflecting your language: "11828-en.bin" for English or "11828-de.bin" for German. Start the upgrade, and wait for the device to restart.
Web Interface / Advanced Configuration
- You can configure up to 16 different timers. Enable timers, select the timer number, and set the time and day. You can choose 3 different actions: On, Off and toggle. Select "Arm" to enable the timer, and "Repeat" for regular repeating the timer action. Save the configuration.
- WiFi configuration: You can change the SSID and password, or the hostname of your device.
- MQTT (and Domoticz) configuration: Enter the IP address and password of your MQTT server. Please refer to your MQTT server documentation for details.
- Logging options: You can configure the log level and syslog settings.
- Other configuration: You can set a web password (user = admin) and enable or disable the MQTT function. It is strongly advised to set a password for the device, if you plan to make the device accessible from the internet.
Extra features
Switching via Web command for use with IFTTT or other scripts.
http://(SwitchIP)/cm?cmnd=Power%20TOGGLE
http://(SwitchIP)/cm?cmnd=Power %20On
http://(SwitchIP)/cm?cmnd=Power%20off
http://(SwitchIP)/cm?&user=admin&password=put_password_here&cmnd=Power%20On
Additional button functions
The button provides the following functionalities:
- 1 x short press: Toggles the relay either directly or by sending a MQTT message.
- 4 x short press: Starts the Wifi manager providing an Access Point allowing the configuration of WLAN (initial configuration). The LED will blink during the config period. A single button press during this period will abort and restart the device.
- 6 x short press: Will restart the device
- 7 x short press: Start OTA download of firmware. The LED is lit during the update.
- Pressing the button for over twenty seconds: Reset settings to defaults and restarts the device.
Support Delock
If you have further questions, please contact our customer support support@delock.de
You can find current product information on our homepage: www.delock.com
Final clause
Information and data contained in this manual are subject to change without notice in advance. Errors and misprints excepted.
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