Garager 2 QUICK START GUIDE
Product Description Magnetic Base Microphone IR Sensor Camera Lens LED Status Indicator Light 3FTFU Micro-USB Power Port Speaker Quick-Connect Terminal Reset Button -1-
What's In The Box Alcidae Garager 2 20‘ Connector Wire Wire Cutter 6‘ USB Cable Power Adapter Garager 2 QUICK START GUIDE Optional Installation Kits Quick Start Guide -2-
LED Status Indicator Light Full red: Device is starting up Flash red: Waiting for network allocation Flash blue: Connecting the internet Full blue: Connected to the internet Flash green: Connected to the motor Full green: Proper functioning Flash Red&Blue: Device is upgrading, do not disconnect the power supply -3-
Connect Phone to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (Android) To connect your Android device to a 2.4 GHz network: 1. Unlock your device and tap the Settings app. 2. Tap Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. 3. Turn on Wi-Fi by tapping Use Wi-Fi at the top. 4. Select a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. 5. This is commonly indicated by a 2, 2.4, or 2G at the end of the network name or SSID. 6. If prompted, enter the password for the network. 7. When you are connected to the Wi-Fi network, the word Connected appears under the network name.
Connect Phone to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (iPhone) To connect your iOS (Apple) device to a 2.4 GHz network 1. Unlock your device and tap the Settings app. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, near the top of the list of settings options. 3. Turn on Wi-Fi by tapping the switch next to Wi-Fi at the top. 4. Note: Wi-Fi is activated when the switch is green. 5. Select a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. 6. This is commonly indicated by a 2, 2.4, or 2G at the end of the network name or SSID. 7. If prompted, enter the password for the network. 8.
Connect Phone to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Using a Mesh Router 5G 2.4G • A mesh network is a group of devices that act as a single Wi-Fi network: so, there are multiple sources of Wi-Fi around the house, instead of just a single router. These additional Wi-Fi sources are called points. • Mesh network uses the same name for both the 2.4 and 5GHz bands. Both radio bands are active simultaneously. Keep in mind: your personal devices (a smartphone, tablet, laptop, etc.
Step 1 Download the Alcidae APP Where: Inside Home near Wi-Fi Router 1. Download the Alcidae APP 2.
Step 2 Create an Account Where: Inside Home near Wi-Fi Router 1. Sign up for a new account. 2. Once you’ve finished entering your information, you will receive an email or text verification code. 3. Type the verification code on the screen to activate your account.
Step 3 Plug in Garager 2 Where: Inside Home near Wi-Fi Router M Micro-USB Power Port P 1. Connect the Micro-USB cable to the back of the Garager power port and the USB end into the USB AC Adapter. 2. Plug in the USB AC Adapter into a wall outlet for power. 3.
Step 4 Pair Garager 2 Where: Inside Home near Wi-Fi Router Reminder: Verify your mobile device is connected to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network during the installation steps. 1. From the Alcidae app, select Add devices. 2. Select the Garager 2 from the list of devices. 3. Press and hold the Garager reset button for 6-10 seconds, you will hear the camera say, "Camera reset complete". 4.
Step 5 Connect to Wi-Fi Network Where: Inside Home near Wi-Fi Router 1. You will be directed to a network configuration screen. 2. Your Wi-Fi network will auto load in the field. 3. Enter your network password in the field. 4. The Garager LED status indicator light will begin to: Flash blue: Connecting the internet 5.
Garager 2 Pre-Mount Planning Where: In the Garage Factors to consider before mounting the Garager 2 1. Garager 2 Location strength of Home Wi-Fi signal. Pre-check your home Wi-Fi signal strength into the garage with your smart phone device. If your Wi-Fi strength appears to be weak, consider moving the home Wi-Fi router closer toward your garage, or installing a Wi-Fi range extender. (Available from most electronic retailer) 2. Determine your ideal Garager 2 location.
Step 6 Mount Garager Where: In the Garage Choose Surface Installation Requirement 1. Garager 2 built-in Magnetic Base Mount ideal for metallic surfaces. 2. Double-sided Adhesive 2x2 pad + Metal 2x2 Plate ideal for plastic and smooth wood surfaces. 3. Wood Screws, drywall anchors + Metal 2x2 Plate ideal for drywall and rough wood surfaces. 4. It is recommended to position the Garager 2 upside-down from the bottom of your garage door opener or alternating surfaces.
Step 7 Connecting Controller Wiring to Door Motor Where: In the Garage WARNING: UNPLUG GARAGER DOOR OPENER FROM OUTLET PRIOR TO PROCEEDING WITH NEXT STEPS 1. Leave garage door opener unplugged until Step 9. 2. Take your Wiring Spool, and while leaving intact, take one end and split apart the dual strands approximately 2”. 3.
Step 7 (Continued) Where: In the Garage Note: Your motor ports may look different from this image. 5. Note: Your garage door motor may use push slot fastening or screw fastening. 6. Note: Identify the Slot or Screw positioning of your controller wiring, and particularly the positioning of the White (neutral) and Colored (hot) wiring. The Colored wiring will be Black or Red. 7. Disconnect the two wires from the garage door motor. For Slot positioning you may need a pointed tool to disengage the clamp. 8.
Step 8 Connect Wires to Garager 2 Where: In the Garage 1. Unwind your Garage Spool Wiring just enough to reach the back of your Garager 2 model, while leaving the remaining wire intact. 2. Take the loose end of your Garage Spool Wiring and repeat Step 7 instructions for 7.1 and 7.2. 3. Insert the now exposed wires into the 1st and 2nd terminals on the back of the Garager 2 device. Again, you may need a small pointed tool to push down on the buttons to release and insert the wiring. 4.
Step 9 Sync Garager 2 to GDO Where: In the Garage 1. PLUG BACK IN YOUR GARAGE DOOR OPENER INTO THE AC OUTLET 2. Observe if your garage door is currently in the open or closed position. 3. Take your Alcidae APP and select the Green garage open/close button in your first attempt to pair the garage door opener controls with the Garager 2. 4. If successful on the first attempt the garage door will either open or close based on Step 9.1. 5.
Step 9 (Continued) Where: In the Garage 8. In the unusual and awkward dilemma of not being successful after several attempts, then we want to help you through the process. Please call our professional customer service team who will be eager to assist you. Find our contact information in the Troubleshooting section. Share the APP Controls with Another User How-To 1. Download the Alcidae APP onto the phone you wish to give access to. 2.
Share the APP Controls with Another User How-To (Continued) On the phone that has access do the following: 1. Tap the "Profile" icon in the lower right corner of the screen. 2. Tap "Share". 3. Choose the device you want to share, then tap "Add User". Input the user's ID you want to provide access to or tap the QR code icon. If using the QR code, the "Scan QR code" screen will appear. Use this to scan the other user's "QR code" generated from their phone. 4. Select the device access you want to share with.
Notice 1. Do not place the device near heat sources or exposed fire sources, such as electric heaters, ovens, stoves, candles, or other places where high temperatures may occur. 2. Do not let children or pets swallow accessories to avoid injury or equipment failure. 3. The application working temperature of this product is -5℃ ~ 40℃. Do not use it in an environment where the temperature is too high or too low. 4. This product is a precision electronic device.
Things not covered by Warranty Policy 1. No credentials or if warranty expired. 2. Damage caused by failure to use or store according to product instructions. 3. Damage caused by disassembly without Alcidae authorization. 4. Damage due to force majeure. 5. Normal wear and tear, including some discoloration. Troubleshooting If you are having trouble connecting or using your device, please contact our customer service team.
FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference. (2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2.Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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