Product Overview
The Smart Pet Feeder with Camera Version is an automatic feeding device designed for various small pets. It allows users to schedule feeding times, control portions, and monitor their pets remotely via a camera and a mobile application.
Image Description: A diagram illustrating the Smart Pet Feeder and its accompanying mobile application interface. The feeder is a cylindrical device with a food dispensing outlet at the bottom, leading to a feeding bowl. The main body includes a control panel with indicator lights and buttons. The mobile app screen shows a "Standby" status, "Next time" for feeding, and options for "Timer" and "Feed record", along with a "Feed" button and portion control. A Wi-Fi signal icon is visible on the app screen, indicating connectivity.
Daily Feeding Guidelines
These tables provide suggested daily feeding portions for dogs and cats based on their weight and activity levels or age. Adjust portions based on your pet's specific needs.
Dog Feeding Chart
| Dog Weight | Normal Activity | Increase | Dog Weight | Normal Activity | Increase |
|---|
| 2kg | 39g | 45g | 8kg | 111g | 128g |
| 4kg | 66g | 76g | 10kg | 131g | 152g |
| 6kg | 89g | 104g | 12kg | 150g | 174g |
| 14kg | 178g | 206g | 235g | 20kg | 233g | 270g | 307g |
| 16kg | 197g | 228g | 259g | 22kg | 250g | 290g | 329g |
| 18kg | 197g | 228g | 259g | 24kg | 267g | 309g | 351g |
| 26kg | 274g | 318g | 361g | 36kg | 350g | 405g | 461g |
| 28kg | 290g | 336g | 381g | 38kg | 364g | 422g | 480g |
| 30kg | 305g | 353g | 402g | 40kg | 379g | 439g | 496g |
| 32kg | 320g | 371g | 422g | 42kg | 393g | 455g | 517g |
| 34kg | 335g | 388g | 441g | 44kg | 407g | 471g | 535g |
Cat Feeding Chart
| Cat Month | 1~2 | 2~4 | 4~6 | 6~8 | 8~12 |
|---|
| Suggest | 20~30g | 30~50g | 50~70g | 70~80g | 80~90g |
| Cat Weight | 2~3kg | 3~5kg | 5~7kg | Pregnancy | Lactation Period |
|---|
| Suggest | 25~35g | 35~55g | 55~85g | 70~110g | 120~190g |
If the pet fails to eat the previously programmed meal, please reduce the next meal portion.
Product Breakdown
The Smart Pet Feeder consists of several key components:
- Dry Bag Compartment: Located at the top, likely for desiccant to keep food fresh.
- Lid: Covers the food hopper.
- Food Hopper: The main container for dry pet food.
- Lid Latch: Secures the lid.
- Main Frame: The primary body of the feeder.
- Camera: Integrated into the main frame for monitoring.
- Indicator Panel: Displays status and includes control buttons.
- Dispensing Outlet: Where food exits the hopper.
- Stainless Steel Feeding Bowl: The bowl where food is dispensed.
- Bowl Holder: Supports the feeding bowl.
Image Description: An exploded view diagram of the Smart Pet Feeder, showing its individual components. The top section includes the lid and dry bag compartment. Below that is the large food hopper. The main frame is shown separately, detailing the camera, indicator panel, and dispensing outlet. The stainless steel feeding bowl and its holder are depicted at the bottom, ready to be assembled with the main frame.
Spare Parts and Specifications
Included Spare Parts
- Pet feeder unit (x1)
- Feeding bowl (x1)
- USB Cable (x1)
- Plug (x1)
- User Manual (x1)
Image Description: An illustration showing the main pet feeder unit, a separate feeding bowl, a USB cable, a power plug, and a miniature representation of the user manual, indicating these are the items included in the package.
Product Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|
| Product Name | Automatic pet feeder with camera |
| Suit For | Cat, Dog, Rabbit, Squirrel, Small pets |
| Rated Voltage | 5V 1A |
| Product Power | 5W |
| Power Supply | Alkaline batteries (AA battery) x4, with DC adapter |
| Material | Eco-friendly ABS |
| Product Size | 192.5mm × 178.5mm × 322mm |
| Product Weight | 1.6kg |
| Product Capacity | 6L |
| Pet Food | Dry food |
| Portion Size | ~15g/portion (differs due to different food density) |
| Camera | 1080P HD night version Camera |
Assembly and Preparation for Setting
1. Connecting Power
- Insert the 5V power adapter into a wall socket and plug the power cable into the feeder.
- Open the battery compartment at the bottom of the unit. Install 4 Alkaline AA batteries (not included) for backup power in case of an outage.
- The LCD screen will light up automatically, indicating the feeder is on.
Image Description: A series of diagrams illustrating power connection. The first diagram shows the power cable connecting to the feeder. The second shows the battery compartment at the bottom of the feeder, indicating where four AA batteries are inserted. The third diagram shows the power adapter plugged into a wall socket, with the cable connecting to the feeder. The fourth diagram shows the feeder's indicator panel lit up, signifying it is powered on.
2. Assemble the Food Hopper
Assemble the food hopper by following these instructions:
- Pay attention to the impeller direction.
- The food inlet should be in the same direction as the dispensing outlet.
Image Description: Two diagrams illustrating food hopper assembly. The first diagram shows the food hopper being placed onto the main feeder unit, aligning the dispensing outlet. The second diagram shows a top-down view of the impeller, indicating a "BACK" and "FRONT" direction, with arrows showing the correct orientation for installation. Below this, two smaller diagrams show incorrect (marked with 'X') and correct (marked with '✓') impeller orientations.
3. Filling Food Tank
Fill the food tank with dry pet food. Close the lid and lock the safety lock.
Note:
- Do not use canned, wet, or moist pet food.
- Recommended kibble size ranges from 5-10mm (0.12–0.4 inches) in diameter.
Image Description: A diagram showing dry pet food being poured into the top of the feeder's food tank. Another small graph illustrates recommended kibble size, with a range from 5mm to 10mm highlighted on an X-axis representing size.
4. Assemble the Food Tray
- Align the bulging part of the food tray with the holes in the base and push upward to connect the two.
- Place the stainless steel feeding plate onto the food tray.
Image Description: Two diagrams illustrating food tray assembly. The first diagram shows the food tray being pushed upwards to connect to the main unit's base. The second diagram shows the stainless steel feeding plate being placed into the assembled food tray.
Button and Display Description
The feeder features an indicator light and three main buttons:
Image Description: A close-up diagram of the feeder's control panel, showing an indicator light (1) and three buttons: a microphone icon (2), a Wi-Fi icon (3), and a food bowl icon (4). These are labeled as Indicator, MIC button, WIFI Reset button, and Feeding button respectively.
| Button/Indicator | Function |
|---|
| ? MIC Button | Start Recording: Press and hold for 3 seconds. A beep sound indicates recording has started (within 10 seconds). Press again with two beeps to stop and save the recording. Delete Recording: Short click for 2 seconds. Check Recording: Short click once to broadcast the recording. |
| ? WIFI Reset Button | Reset the Wi-Fi by long pressing for 10-30 seconds. A "DingDong" sound will be heard, and the LED will start blinking blue, indicating the device is ready for connection. |
| ? Feeding Button | When pressed, the recorded voice will broadcast first before dispensing food. |
App Installation
Download and install the "Smart Life" App on your mobile device. It is compatible with both Android and iOS systems.
Search for "Smart Life" on Google Play (for Android) or the App Store (for iOS).
Note: Make sure to enable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi on your phone before attempting to connect the device.
Image Description: A screenshot of a mobile phone displaying the "Smart Life" app interface, showing various smart home device icons and network settings (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) enabled.
App Logging In and Feeder Connecting
Log in to the App
- Open the "Smart Life" App.
- Click "Register" to create an account. If you already have an account, simply log in.
Note: One device can only be attached to one account at a time, but one account can connect to multiple devices and be used on multiple phones.
Image Description: Two mobile app screenshots. The first shows the "Log In" screen with options for registering or logging in. The second shows the "Log In" screen with fields for email/phone and password.
Add the Feeder
After logging into the App, click the "+" icon at the upper right corner to add the feeding device.
Note: Ensure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi with favorable network speeds.
Image Description: Two mobile app screenshots. The first shows the main app interface with a "+" icon in the top right corner for adding devices. The second shows the "Add Device" screen, displaying various device categories and a list of discoverable devices, including the pet feeder.
Connect the Feeder to WLAN (Wi-Fi)
- When the blue indicator on the feeder is on, long-press the "WIFI Reset button" on the center of the feeder until it buzzes like "Ding-Dong", then release it.
- On the app, click the option "Make sure the indicator is flashing quickly or prompt tone is heard" then click "Next".
- Select your Wi-Fi Network and type the password, then click "Next".
- A QR code will be generated on your phone. Use the feeder's camera to scan it at a distance between 10-20cm until you hear a "beep" sound.
- On the app, click the option "I Heard a Prompt".
- Wait for the device to be connected.
Image Description: A sequence of four mobile app screenshots illustrating the Wi-Fi connection process. The first shows a prompt to reset the device. The second shows the Wi-Fi network selection and password entry screen. The third displays a QR code for the feeder's camera to scan. The fourth shows the "Adding device..." progress screen.
After Connection
After successful connection, click the "Done" option to enter the video and controlling interface.
- Click "schedule" to set the meal.
- Enter the meal setting interface.
- Click "Add timing" to set the time and portion.
- Set the meal time and meal portions.
- Set the cycle (normally from Monday to Wednesday-Day).
Feeding Scheduling Options:
- Take Photo
- Live talk
- Take video
- Schedule for a meal
- Manual feed
- Alarm for emergency
- Used to edit the name of the device
- Open the live talk
Note:
- If the connection fails, check the connection FAQs.
- If the connection fails, try using the device hotspot connection method.
Image Description: A series of mobile app screenshots. The first two show the app's main interface after a device is added. The next two show the meal scheduling interface, with options to set time, portions, and cycle, along with various control buttons like "Take Photo", "Live talk", "Manual feed", etc.
Device Hotspot Connection
Note: First, check that the feeder's blue indicator is flashing blue slowly. Then click the "QR code scan" on the top right corner to switch to "WIFI-Mode".
- Select "AP Mode".
- Enter the Wi-Fi connection interface to connect to the Wi-Fi Network and type the password. Then click "Next".
- Connect your mobile phone to the device's Wi-Fi (SmartLife-xxxx). Note: No password is required for this Wi-Fi.
- Wait for them to be connected.
- After properly connected, click "Done" to enter the video interface.
Image Description: A sequence of eight mobile app screenshots detailing the device hotspot connection process. These show steps like resetting the device, selecting indicator status, selecting Wi-Fi network, connecting the mobile phone to the device's hotspot, and finally, the device being added and accessible in the app's main interface.
Remove the Device
- Press and hold the device icon for 3 seconds to enter the device removal interface.
- Click the option "Remove Device".
- Click "Confirm" when prompted with a message "Delete device or dismiss group".
Notice: To protect the individual details of all users, one device can only be logged in to one account. If you want another user to use your device, remember to remove the device from your phone first.
Image Description: Two mobile app screenshots. The first shows the main app interface with a list of connected devices. The second shows the device removal interface after long-pressing a device icon, with options to "Remove Device" or "Dismiss Group".
LED Light State Description
| What stands for | Light Status |
|---|
| Wi-Fi connecting | Flashing blue |
| Wi-Fi connected | Blue light is always on |
| Wi-Fi Disconnected (With fully charged battery) | Green light is always on |
| Low Battery (with battery only) | Flashing red |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the reason for cellphone connection issues and how to handle it?
A: Check whether the machine is functioning properly. Observe the device indicators; normally, the blue light should be flashing or solid blue. Check if the feeder has been connected to Wi-Fi. Search for the feeder's Wi-Fi signal on the cellphone, which should be named "Smartlife-xxx". Uninstall and reinstall the App, ensuring you authorize the App the right to acquire location information during installation. Check whether your router has set up a restriction on the number of online devices. It is recommended that WPA/WPA2 PSK encryption be applied. Please use the 2.4 GHz network only.
Q: How to re-connect the device to the network quickly after it is disconnected?
A: 1. Exit the App, click it again, and wait for the data to update. 2. If issues persist, try powering the device off and on.
Q: Why can I not log in to my account?
A: Ensure your network is working. Then, check if your account has already been logged in on another mobile phone. Remember to delete the device from the mobile phone in time if you want to use another phone to control it.
Cleaning & Care
It is recommended to clean the feeder regularly for your pet's health. The washable parts of the feeder include the food tank, food tray, and lid (without the desiccant bag). These parts can be put into a dishwasher or submerged in water.
Image Description: Two diagrams illustrating cleaning. The first shows the "Washable parts" separated: the lid, food tank, and feeding bowl. The second shows the "Non-washable parts": the main feeder unit with its electronic components, USB cable, and plug, indicating these should not be submerged.
Disassembly for Cleaning:
- Press the release button to detach the food hopper from the main unit.
- Twist and pull the food tank upwards to separate it from the main unit.
- Remove the lid from the food tank.
Image Description: A sequence of three diagrams showing the disassembly process for cleaning. The first diagram shows pressing a release button to separate the food tray and main unit. The second shows twisting and pulling the food tank upwards to detach it from the main frame. The third shows removing the lid from the food tank.
Compliance and Manufacturing Information
The product complies with FC, CE, and RoHS standards. It is also marked with a recycling symbol and a crossed-out wheeled bin symbol, indicating separate disposal of electrical and electronic equipment.
Made in China.
Warranty Information (from Chinese section): This product comes with a one-year manufacturer's warranty, which is non-transferable. Please operate and maintain this product correctly according to the instructions in the manual. Improper use and unauthorized disassembly of this product will void the warranty.
