Hornbill Y4-BF Smart Lock User Manual [Version 2]

In the Box

The following items are included:

• Exterior Assembly: The front part of the smart lock with the keypad and keyhole.
• Interior Assembly: The back part of the smart lock with the battery compartment and knob.
• Strike Box: A metal box installed in the door frame to receive the deadbolt.
• Deadbolt: The locking mechanism that extends into the strike box.
• Strike Plate: A metal plate installed on the door frame, often integrated with the strike box.
• Mounting Plate: A plate used to secure the interior and exterior assemblies to the door.
• Key & IC Card: Mechanical keys and IC cards for unlocking the door.
• Drilling Template: A guide for marking holes on the door during installation.
• Deadbolt / Strike Screws: Screws for attaching the deadbolt and strike plate.
• Mounting Plate Screws: Screws for attaching the mounting plate.
• Interior Assembly Screws: Screws for attaching the interior assembly.
• User Manual: This document.

Product Overview

Front View

The front of the smart lock features:

• Fingerprint Sensor: For biometric unlocking.
• Touchscreen Keypad: For entering passcodes (numeric keys 0-9, *, #).
• IC Card Sensor: For unlocking with IC cards.
• Keyhole: For using the mechanical key.
• USB-C Port: Located at the bottom, used to connect a power bank for temporary power if batteries run out.

Rear View

The rear of the smart lock features:

• Battery Cover: Slides up to access the battery compartment.
• Knob: Used to manually lock/unlock the door from the inside.
• Double Locking Button: A button on the interior assembly, often used for enhanced security locking.
• Reset Button: A small button, typically on the circuit board, used for resetting the lock.

Preparation

Check Your Door Dimensions

Ensure your door meets the following specifications before installation:

• Cross bore diameter: 54 mm (2.13 inches). This is the main hole drilled through the door.
• Backset: 60 mm or 70 mm (2.36 or 2.76 inches). This is the distance from the edge of the door to the center of the cross bore.
• Door thickness: 38 mm to 48 mm (1.5 to 1.89 inches).
• Edge bore diameter: 24 mm (0.94 inch). This is the hole drilled into the edge of the door for the deadbolt.

Installation

Step 1. Install the Deadbolt

The deadbolt has an adjustable backset.

• If your door has a 60 mm (2⅜") backset, install the deadbolt as is.
• For doors with a 70 mm (2¾") backset, rotate the deadbolt upwards to extend its length.

Insert the retracted deadbolt into the edge bore of the door, ensuring the word "UP" [Up Arrow] and the up arrow are facing upwards. Screw the deadbolt into place using the provided Deadbolt Screws. Ensure it is centered and moves smoothly.

Parts Required: Deadbolt, Deadbolt Screws, Screwdriver (not provided).

Step 2. Install the Strike Plate

Align the strike plate with the strike box on the door frame and screw it into place using the provided Strike Screws.

Parts Required: Strike Plate, Strike Pad, Strike Screws, Screwdriver.

Step 3. Install the Exterior Assembly

Place the spindle vertically before inserting it through the exterior assembly. Test the spindle several times to ensure the deadbolt extends and retracts smoothly. Keep the spindle vertical and pass the connecting cable under the deadbolt.

Note: Keep the deadbolt retracted (in unlocked status) and do not insert any keys during installation.

Parts Required: Exterior Assembly.

Step 4. Install the Mounting Plate

Pass the spindle through the central hole of the mounting plate and the cable through the right bottom hole. The side of the mounting plate with the words "Cable Hole" should face outside. Screw the mounting plate firmly to the door, ensuring proper alignment.

Note: Please keep the exterior assembly straight when installing the mounting plate.

Parts Required: Mounting plate, Mounting Plate Screws, Screwdriver.

Step 5. Install the Interior Assembly

Plug the cable into the port on the interior assembly and place the excess cable into the designated hole. Ensure the connector is securely matched with the pins. Tighten the screws to secure the interior assembly to the mounting plate.

Parts Required: Interior Assembly, Interior Assembly Screws, Screwdriver.

Step 6. Insert the Batteries

Note: Only use new, non-rechargeable alkaline batteries.

Slide the battery cover up and insert 4 AA alkaline batteries. Slide the cover back into place.

Test the Lock

1. Keep the door open.
2. Turn the knob several times to check whether the deadbolt extends and retracts smoothly.

Using the App

1. Create an Account

Android: Search for "Smart Life" on Google Play.

iOS: Search for "Smart Life" on the App store.

Sign up and log into your account using an email address.

2. Pair Your Phone with the Smart Lock

Step 1: Touch the keypad to wake up the lock, then tap "Add Device".

Step 2: Add the lock once it is discovered.

Step 3: Name the lock and tap "Done".

3. Determine the Door Opening Direction

Navigate to Settings → Unlock Direction → Choose Left / Right within the app.

Face the touchscreen and locate your door hinge.

• Select "Left" for doors with hinges on the left.
• Select "Right" for doors with hinges on the right.

4. Change the Admin Passcode

Once the lock and your phone are paired, the default admin passcode "123456" is invalid.

Tap Member Management → Admin → Add Code. Enter a 6-8 digit password and set a code name.

5. APP Homepage Overview

The app homepage displays:

• Double Locking On/Off: Control the double locking feature.
• Lock Status: View if the door is locked or unlocked.
• Lock Activities: Review recent lock events.
• Manage and set guest passcodes: Create temporary or permanent access codes for others.

You can set passcodes and fingerprints for the admin and family members. Receive notifications when family members go home or when door lock alarms are triggered. Swipe to Lock and Swipe to Unlock are available for quick control.

Temporary Code Types

Note: For security reasons, temporary passwords are invisible once set, so please remember the temporary codes you set.

Set Fingerprints (up to 100)

Tap Member Management → Admin → Add Fingerprint and follow the on-screen instructions to add a fingerprint.

To recognize your fingerprints better:

1. Make sure the fingerprint sensor and your finger are clean and dry.
2. Place your finger on the fingerprint sensor. Move your finger around to capture different parts of it.

Add Card (up to 100)

Tap Member Management → Admin → Add Card and follow the on-screen instructions to add a card.

Auto Lock & Remote Unlock

• Settings → Auto Lock Delay: Change the interval from 5s-30min as needed.
• Settings → Remote Unlock: (Gateway Required)

Add Member

Home owner: Tap Me → Home Management → Your Home → Add Member → Tap Copy/Messages to send the invitation code to the recipient.

Recipient: Tap Me → Home Management → Join a Home and enter the invitation code.

Once the recipient becomes a home member, you can change their family role.

• Common member: Use device, use smart setting.
• Administrator: Manage device and room, manage smart setting, manage member.

Basic Operations

Unlock the Door

• Option 1: Light up the keypad first, then enter the passcode you've set and press the # key to unlock the door. (Example: 146585#)
• Option 2: Unlock the door with your fingerprint.
• Option 3: Swipe the IC card to unlock the door.
• Option 4: Use the mechanical key.
• Option 5: Unlock your door with voice commands using Alexa or Google Home (Gateway Required).
• Option 6: Unlock the door via App.
• Option 7: Remotely unlock the door via App, if the gateway is paired.

Lock the Door

• Option 1: Touch the # key to lock the door.
• Option 2: Use the mechanical key.
• Option 3: Lock the door via App.
• Option 4: Enable auto-lock in the App; the door automatically locks after the set time.
• Option 5: Remotely lock the door via App, if the gateway is paired.

How to Reset the Lock

Method A:

1. Touch and light up the keypad, then remove one battery from the compartment. Wait for 3 seconds and put it back in; the keypad lights up.
2. Press and hold the double locking button for 10-15 seconds until you hear the voice prompt "Initialization successful", the reset is complete.

Method B:

1. Remove the batteries from the battery compartment.
2. Remove the 3 screws from the back panel.
3. Insert the batteries into the battery compartment.
4. Press and hold the reset button on the circuit board until you hear the voice prompt “Initialization successful”, the reset is complete.

Note: Keep the cable connected and batteries properly installed.

Smart Home Integration

Enable the Gateway

For remote control, add the lock to the App first, and then proceed with the steps below.

Step 1: Plug in the gateway. The blue indicator should remain solid and the red indicator should flash slowly. (If not, press and hold the reset button of the gateway for about 10 seconds until the blue indicator remains solid and the red indicator flashes slowly.)

Step 2: Add the Gateway to the App. Once the Gateway is successfully added, the red indicator of the Gateway stops flashing and remains solid.

Step 3: Pair the gateway with your smart lock.

Notes:

• Only support 2.4GHz WiFi network; the Gateway enables you to remotely control your lock via the Smart Life App.
• For best performance, place the Gateway within 5m/16ft from the smart lock and router.

Enabling Amazon Alexa (Gateway Required)

Step 1: Ensure that the lock and gateway are paired, then enable Remote Unlock in the lock Settings.

Step 2: Tap Me → Alexa, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

Step 3: Enable "Unlock by App" and "Unlock by voice" in the Alexa App. Tap Locks → Select your lock → Tap the Settings icon → Enable "Unlock by App" and "Unlock by voice".

Enabling Google Home (Gateway Required)

Step 1: Pair the Gateway with the lock first, then enable Remote Voice Unlock and set a 4-6 digit security code. Google will ask you for this security code when you unlock your door using voice commands.

Step 2: Tap Me → Google Assistant, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

FAQS

Smart Lock Table

Model Y4-BF supports the following unlocking methods:

Customer Service

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