App instructions

App instructions

Notes
Firstly, it is important to note that the app is customised for each home, meaning the interface may vary from what is shown in the images. However, we strive to maintain a consistent layout and logic to ensure a familiar experience for all users.

Dashboards

The app includes multiple dashboards, which can be accessed using the menu icon top left.



The names and functions of the dashboards are specific to each property, but the most common ones include Overview, Settings, and Energy. Each is explained in detail below.

Overview Dashboard

The Home page is the first screen you will see, displaying the most frequently used buttons. Typically, lights are positioned at the top, followed by heating controls, and a few scene buttons, such as ‘All Lights Off’ and ‘All Heaters Off.



Lights

Switches

The most common type of light control is a simple on/off switch. These can be displayed in different ways:

1) A button

This will feature a room icon at the top and the name below. When the light is on, the icon changes colour, for example, the lounge light is on in the image below.


2) Toggle switch

Off:

On:


3) Toggle switch pop-up

Off:
On:

Dimmers

If your property has dimmable lights, they will be displayed and controlled as shown below.

1) Slider


Tap the circular icon to turn on or touch the bar at your desired level




Slide the bar up or down to set the desired level.

Notes
Note that setting the brightness to 50% does not necessarily mean the lights will appear half as bright. This is because the light switches are designed to accommodate various bulb types and quantities, making the percentage an estimate. Over time, you’ll learn the brightness levels that work best for you.

Heating

Introduction

Just like lights, heaters can be controlled in different ways. However, before exploring the controls, it’s helpful to understand how they work—so let’s dive in.

Firstly, all thermostats can be turned on or off. When set to off, the heaters remain off. However, if the thermostat is on, it does not necessarily mean the heaters are running. The heaters will only activate if the thermostat’s set temperature (known as the target temperature) is higher than the room’s current temperature. Once a target temperature is set, the heaters will cycle on and off to maintain the desired level, turning on when the current temperature drops below the target and off when it exceeds it.”

The app displays three possible thermostat states:

  1. idle (off) =
    (Heater is IDLE) & (thermostat is OFF) - Everything is OFF and won't come on automatically. Usually set while you are away.

  2. idle (heat) =
    (Heater is IDLE) & (thermostat ON) - Heater is OFF as the set TARGET temperature is BELOW the CURRENT room temperature.

  3. heating (heat) =
    (Heater is HEATING) & (thermostat is ON) - Heater is ON as the set TARGET temperature is ABOVE the CURRENT room temperature.

Compact thermostat view


Standard thermostat view



Simple Heaters (without temperature control)

These heaters are typically found in bathrooms. They are not temperature-controlled and operate like the basic light switches shown above, simply turning on and off.

Energy

If your property has an energy monitoring device, this page will provide an overview. Typically, it displays data for the entire house as well as any monitored smart devices separately.


Settings Dashboard

At the top of the screen, you’ll find various icons that allow you to adjust settings and access useful information. These icons may vary depending on your installation, but the most common ones are listed below:

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• Restart: If you’re experiencing issues, you can restart the system from here. Click the Reboot All button to initiate a full system reboot, which may take up to 10 minutes to complete.

• Network: Displays the hub’s location within your network.

• Storage: Provides an overview of used and available storage space on your network.





























Schedules

  1. Schedules: Set your smart devices to automatically turn on and off throughout the day or week.

Tablet/Touch Screen

If you have a touchscreen, you can configure its settings here.

  1. Refresh: Quickly refresh the screen if it’s not displaying correctly.
  2. Restart: Reboots the tablet if it’s unresponsive—this functions the same as manually restarting the device using its power button.
  3. Wake screen with motion: The tablet’s camera detects motion to automatically wake the screen. Use this setting to disable the camera and stop motion detection.
  4. Screen Brightness: Adjusts the screen’s brightness level.
  5. Screen Awake Time: Sets how long the screen remains on after waking. The screen can wake up by tapping or detecting motion (this feature can be enabled or disabled).
  6. Display Options: Toggle the visibility of specific sections on the screen.

Energy

Energy Settings: If your home has a Nifty energy sensor and you’re subscribed to our Cloud+ or Infinity service, you can access advanced energy features. Enter the energy details provided by your supplier here to view cost data in your energy dashboard.


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