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Emberpulse BBSE-US-BE-01 User Manual PATENTS GRANTED AND PATENTS PENDING V1 Contents Introduction Prerequisites Packing List Safety Instructions Hardware 3 3 4 4 5 Initial Setup 6 6 1. Sign up to Emberpulse cloud 2. Plug in your Emberpulse 6 6 3. Connecting your Emberpulse to Emberpulse cloud 4. Connecting your Emberpulse to your electricity meter Operation FAQs Specifications Warranty 9 10 16 20 22 2 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of an Emberpulse. Your Emberpulse constantly monitors the energy usage in your home, showing you how much you are consuming and how much you are paying. Together with the Emberpulse cloud system, it shows you ways to manage your energy usage to save money on your electricity bill and help the environment. The Emberpulse also provides you with advanced home automation, enabling lights, air conditioning and other home appliances to be monitored and controlled automatically and conveniently whether you are at home or not.*
Additionally, the Emberpulse doubles as a sensor for compatible Embertec plugs, powerboards and powerstrips, allowing you to continue saving power on your audio-visual equipment use.
*home automation features may require additional equipment. Prerequisites Before continuing with the installation of your Emberpulse, please confirm you have the minimum requirements below:
1. An active Internet connection 2. Router with working Wi-Fi connection 3. A computing device such as a notebook, desktop computer, smartphone or tablet, loaded with a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera or Safari. 3 Packing List 1. Emberpulse 2. Emberpulse stand 3. AC power adapter 4. User manual Safety Instructions Not to be used outside or in wet areas. Warning: Failure to comply with this warning may result in injury or death. Avoid impact or rough handling that will lead to damage. Do not dissemble. No user serviceable parts inside. To ensure exposure limits to radio frequency fields, the product should be placed not closer than 8 inches from body during operation. 4 Hardware 1 2 3 4 Number Interface Description 1 Pulse light The pulse light provides a simple customizable visual reference to show you:
your current electricity tariff your usage compared to typical homes your usage compared to your budget your usage compared to your past usage. 2 3 4 Hand wave sensor Wave hand within 0.5 inches of this sensor to activate the pulse light if it has timed-out Reset button Used to reset the Emberpulse Power jack Connection for AC power adapter 5 Initial Setup 1. Sign up to Emberpulse cloud To enjoy the full experience of your Emberpulse you must create an account at emberpulse.com or have an existing Emberpulse cloud login. 2. Plug in your Emberpulse Plug the jack of the AC power adapter into the rear of the Emberpulse. Plug the AC power adapter into a standard wall outlet, and ensure the outlet is turned on. The pulse light should glow a magenta color. 3. Connecting your Emberpulse to Emberpulse cloud To access your Emberpulse, you must to connect it to your homes Internet router. You can access Emberpulse cloud via an Apple or Android smartphone or tablet, or via another computing device such as a notebook or desktop computer. If accessing Emberpulse cloud using an Apple or Android smartphone or tablet:
Download the Emberpulse app from either the Apple Store (iOS) or the Google Play store (Android) Scan for available Wi-Fi networks using your smartphone or tablet A Wi-Fi hotspot named hello-emberpulse should be available. Connect to this hotspot. If the hello-emberpulse hotspot is not found, repeat the scanning process Open the Emberpulse app on your smartphone or tablet You will be asked for your Emberpulse cloud username and password to connect the app to Emberpulse cloud Touch the Emberpulse logo at the top left of the app screen Select Wi-Fi Settings from the menu which appears 6 Enter the details of your home Wi-Fi network Click Connect. Your Emberpulse will now connect to your home Wi-Fi network The Emberpulse pulse light will now flash magenta to indicate successful internet connection. Using the Wi-Fi settings on your smartphone or tablet, re-connect it to your home Wi-Fi network. The app will search for your Emberpulse and ask for your Emberpulse cloud user name and password again to connect your Emberpulse to Emberpulse cloud. If accessing Emberpulse cloud using any other computing device:
Scan for available Wi-Fi networks using your computing device. A Wi-Fi hotspot named hello-emberpulse should be available. Connect to this hotspot. If the hello-emberpulse hotspot is not found, repeat the scanning process. Open a browser window on your computing device. Enter emberpulse.local in to a browser address bar. 7 Select Connect to the Internet button Select your home Wi-Fi network from the list and click Connect Enter the details of your home Wi-Fi network Click Connect. Your Emberpulse will now connect to your home Wi-Fi network The Emberpulse pulse light will now flash magenta to indicate successful Internet connection Re-connect your computing device to your home Wi-Fi network Enter Emberpulse.local in to a browser address bar and refresh the screen. Click the Connect to Emberpulse button 8 Enter your Emberpulse cloud username and password. 4. Connecting your Emberpulse to your electricity meter Pre-ordered connection to meter In some regions, Embertec can organize connection of Emberpulse to your meter at the time you order Emberpulse. If you organized with Embertec to pre-order this connection, your Emberpulse should automatically connect to your smart meter within 5 to 10 minutes of powering up. Then, after you have registered with Emberpulse cloud, usage data will appear on the mobile app and on your emberpulse.com account. Manual connection to meter To set up the connection from Emberpulse to your meter, you will need the following information:
`` The MAC number, located on the sticker on the rear of Emberpulse
`` The Code number, located on the sticker on the rear of Emberpulse
`` A recent electricity bill Go to emberpulse.com/meter-connect for detailed instructions, specific to your electricity supplier. 9 Operation Emberpulse pulsing speed Emberpulse uses pulsing light to provide a simple visual reference about your homes energy use. Your Emberpulse will indicate your electricity consumption and generation by pulsing at different speeds. A fast pulsing light indicates:
electricity is flowing quickly through your meter. A slow pulsing light indicates:
electricity is flowing slowly through your meter. Normally, your home is consuming energy from the grid. At these times, a faster pulsing light indicates your home is consuming electricity at a fast rate. A slower pulsing light indicates your home is consuming relatively little electricity from the grid. If you have a solar power system, you may, at times, be a net exporter of energy to the grid. During these times, you will see a yellow light alternating with green, orange or red. A faster pulsing light indicates your home is exporting a relatively large amount of electricity to the grid. A slower pulsing light means your home is exporting a relatively small amount of electricity to the grid. 10 Emberpulse pulsing color The Emberpulse uses colored pulsating lights to communicate real-time information. Different light colors are used to communicate different information such as energy usage and network status. There are two sets of indicators; system indicators and customizable energy indicators. The meaning behind each indicator is explained on the following pages. System color indicators (4) Refer to the system color indicators table Magenta Blue White Yellow Customizable color indicators (3) Refer to the energy monitoring objectives table Green Orange Red 11 Emberpulse system color indicators The Emberpulses system color indicators are magenta, blue, white and yellow. Below are the meanings behind each indicator. System color indicators Color Pulse behavior Meaning Constant steady light Magenta Flashing quickly Slowly alternating Flashing quickly Alternating with one of the customizable color indicators Magenta alternating with Blue White Yellow No color activity None The device has just been powered on or it has no Internet connection. Expect a change after 60-90 seconds of power up when the device has finished booting. If no change after this time, check your Internet connection. The device has a network connection but cannot contact the Emberpulse web server. Your Emberpulse needs to be replaced. Please contact Embertec customer support. Only applicable if your Emberpulse is connected to a compatible Emberplug/
strip. Your Emberplug/strip is about to turn off. If you want it to remain on, press a volume button on your nearby audio-visual remote control. Your home is currently exporting solar generated energy to the grid. Yellow will always be seen alternating with either green, orange or red. For the meaning of the green, orange or red lights, refer to the subsequent customizable color indicator section. If there has been no color activity for some time, this indicates the Emberpulse has gone to sleep; OR has lost power. To wake the Emberpulse, wave your hand over the top of Emberpulse unit, within 0.5 inches of the surface. 12 Emberpulse customizable color indicators The Emberpulses customizable color indicators are green, orange and red. These customizable colors can be paired with your energy monitoring objectives. This allows you to monitor the energy activity most important to you. Your customized energy monitoring objectives include:
1. Current electricity tariff: Shows you how much you are paying for electricity at this moment 2. Typical home comparison: Shows you how your usage compares to a typical household 3. Budget position: Shows you how you are tracking against your budget 4. Historic usage position: Shows you how you are tracking against your past usage. Simply choose the energy objective you wish to monitor and set your choice via the settings in your Emberpulse account. Access these settings via either the web interface or the mobile app. View the meaning of each customized color indicator on the next page. 13 Energy monitoring objectives (1-2) Color 1. Current electricity tariff 2. Typical home comparison Green Green alternating with Yellow Orange Orange alternating with Yellow Red Red alternating with Yellow You are currently using electricity on a low tariff rate. You are currently using electricity on a low tariff rate. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. Your electricity usage is less than a similar comparable home. Your electricity usage is less than a similar comparable home. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. You are currently using electricity on a medium level tariff rate. Your electricity usage is just more than a similar comparable home. You are currently using electricity on a medium level tariff rate. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. Your electricity usage is just more than a similar comparable home. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. You are currently using electricity on a high tariff rate. You are currently using electricity on a high tariff rate. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. Your electricity usage is much more than a comparable home. Your electricity usage is much more than a comparable home. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. 14 Energy monitoring objectives (3-4) Color 3. Budget position 4. Historic usage position Green Green alternating with Yellow Orange Orange alternating with Yellow Red Red alternating with Yellow Your electricity usage is on target to be less than your nominated budget. Your electricity usage is on target to be less than your past usage. Your electricity usage is on target to be less than your nominated budget. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. Your electricity usage is on target to be less than your past usage. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. Your electricity usage is on target to be just over your nominated budget. Your electricity usage is on target to be just over your past usage. Your electricity usage is on target to be just over your nominated budget. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. Your electricity usage is on target to be less than your nominated budget. Your electricity usage is on target to be significantly over your nominated budget. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. Your electricity usage is on target to be just over your past usage. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. Your electricity usage is on target to be significantly over your past usage. Your electricity usage is on target to be significantly over your past usage. AND Your home is exporting electricity to the grid. 15 Initiating a factory reset Occasionally Emberpulse may become unresponsive and all attempts to resolve this may be unsuccessful. If this is the case, a factory reset of Emberpulse may be necessary. To initiate a full factory reset, the reset pin on the side of Emberpulse must be pressed and held in for 5 seconds, then released. FAQs Q: What do I need to start using Emberpulse?
A: To use the Emberpulse, you will need a smart meter with ZigBee enabled Home Area Network (HAN), a broadband Internet connection and a power socket. You can download the Emberpulse mobile app free of charge using a smartphone or tablet from the Apple Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android). The Emberpulse can also be used without a mobile app, by accessing the web site emberpulse.com Q: How is Emberpulse connected to my electrical system?
A: Emberpulse uses standard electricity outlet supply (110V/60Hz) power and reads data from your smart electricity meter using the ZigBee wireless protocol. Emberpulse is not wired into your home circuit box and does not require an electrician to install. Q: Do I need to go through the installation and setup process every time I want to check my homes power usage?
A: No, just once. After installation and setup, each time you log on to the Emberpulse web interface or use the Emberpulse mobile app, you will be able to check on your home energy usage. 16 Q: What should I do if I cannot access http://emberpulse.local to configure the Emberpulse A: Check the following:
The Emberpulse is powered on Your home network is working properly. For example, check that you can access an Internet web page from a laptop or desktop computer If you are using Emberpulse in a wired configuration (available with model BBBA only), check the Ethernet cable connection between the Emberpulse and your home router Check that your phone, tablet or computer has Wi-Fi enabled. Then try to connect to the Wi-Fi network called hello-emberpulse. Note you will be disconnected from your home network Wi-Fi when you do this Are you trying to access http://emberpulse.local using a web browser on an Android device? If yes, you will need to download the Android Emberpulse app from the Google Play store or use a web browser from a laptop, PC, or Apple device to complete the Emberpulse configuration steps. Q: I configured the Emberpulse successfully, but now my Internet is not working. What should I check?
A: If you have configured the Emberpulse using the wireless option, you were instructed to connect your phone, tablet or computer to the hello-emberpulse network. Now you will need to re-connect your phone, tablet or computer to your normal home network, using the network settings on your device. Q: What should I do if my Emberpulse continually connects and disconnects from my Wi-Fi network?
A: Try moving the Emberpulse closer to the Wi-Fi router, install a Wi-Fi range extender device or use a wired Ethernet connection (available with model BBBA only). 17 Q: My Emberpulse is continually disconnecting and reconnecting with my electricity meter. What should I do?
A: The signal between your Emberpulse and your smart meter is being interrupted. Try the following:
try moving the Emberpulse closer to the electricity meter check that there are no large metal objects between the Emberpulse and the electricity meter check that a microwave oven is not between the Emberpulse and the electricity meter Q: How far can I have my Emberpulse from my electricity meter?
A: That depends on many factors, such as the amount and type of material between the two. Try to minimize the number of walls and other objects in a direct line between the Emberpulse and the meter. Embertec has successfully tested connections over 160 feet apart (50 meters). Q: Why is the cost of my electricity bill different from the information in the Emberpulse system?
A: First, ensure that the tariff rates and billing period dates entered into the Emberpulse system are correct. You can do this by comparing the rates in the Emberpulse system with those listed on a recent bill from your electricity provider. Also please remember that costs calculated by the Emberpulse system are approximate and do not take into account:
Connection/supply fees Taxes Discounts Credit card fees Q: What do the colors and pulse rates of the pulse light mean?
A: Please refer to the operation section of this manual. Q: Will my Emberpulse be able to meter energy use in individual appliances?
A: To meter individual appliances, please visit the online Embertec store to purchase Emberpulse compatible smart sockets, Emberplugs and Emberstrips. 18 Q: I live in an apartment and the meter is located in the basement, will my Emberpulse still work?
A: If the meter is too far from the Emberpulse, you may experience issues with connectivity between the meter and the Emberpulse. If this is the case, you may need to install a ZigBee Smart Energy profile version 1.1 (SEP 1.1) range extender. Q: Can I use more than one Emberpulse at a time?
A: Only one Emberpulse should be used in the home. There is no added benefit to using more than one. Q: Does my Emberpulse have to be connected to the Internet?
A: Yes, the Emberpulse relies on an Internet connection to operate. Q: What happens if I lose Internet connection?
A: The pulse light of the Emberpulse will show a steady magenta color. No data will be sent to the Emberpulse web site or app. However the Emberpulse will continue to read and store data from the smart meter, and send the data to the Emberpulse system next time you re-connect the Internet. Q: Will the Emberpulse work outside Australia/USA?
A: Emberpulse is currently only supported in Australia and the USA. Q: How do I make sure my Emberpulse firmware and app are up to date?
A: Emberpulse will update its own firmware if required, as long as it is connected to the Internet. Update your app in the same way as you update other apps on your phone or tablet. 19 Model Model Numbers:
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Electrical Specifications BBSE-US-BE-01 2 years 3.4in W x 3.4in H x 1.5in D
(87mm W x 87mm H x 37mm D) 0.4 lbs (180g) Black front face, Silver back Emberpulse unit, stand, AC power adapter, user manual Environmental Temperature (operating):
32 F to +104 F (0 C to +40 C) Temperature (storage):
-4 F to +158 F (-20 C to +70 C) Humidity:
Electrical Operating Voltage:
Communications Interfaces Wired:
None
< 85% RH at +104 F (+40 C) 5V DC via supplied AC power adapter Wireless:
Security Emberpulse to Electricity Meter communications:
WiFi communications:
WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n @ 2.4 GHz Zigbee Smart Energy Profile 1.1 @ 2.4 GHz Zigbee Home Automation Profile @ 2.4 GHz Bluetooth Low Energy @ 2.4 GHz Secured via Zigbee Smart Energy Profile WEP WPA WPA2 TKIP Emberpulse system data transfer and messaging:
TLS1.2 RSA-2048 key + SHA1 signature Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you purchase may differ slightly from the products shown in this information sheet. 20 Specifications This device is Bluetooth compatible. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Embertec is under license. This ZigBee Certified product works with other ZigBee Smart Energy version 1.1
(or prior versions) products. This device works with: Smart meters Global 2.4 GHz wireless use: ZigBee Certified is a registered trademark of the ZigBee Alliance. 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, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING: Any changes or modifications not expressively approved by Embertec Pty Ltd could void the users authority to operate this equipment. 21 Warranty Except as limited here, this product warranty covers any defect in material or workmanship with the Embertec Emberpulse. If the initial purchase is by a utility or other entity that will not itself be using the device, this warranty is transferable to any customer of such entity who subsequently owns the device who will then be the End User. Otherwise, this warranty is not transferable. This warranty runs for two years from the date of installation of the Embertec Emberpulse. Subject to the limitations set forth herein, we will elect (at our option) to either repair or replace the defective device. Products may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same or equivalent type. We will ship the repaired or replacement device to you, and pay for those shipping costs. This warranty does not cover any damage to the Embertec Emberpulse caused by improper use, accidents, acts of God (such as lightning strikes, floods or earthquakes), or normal wear and tear. For purposes of this warranty, improper use means not installing or operating the device in accordance with the manual. This warranty is void if there is evidence of the product being tampered with by unauthorized persons. Any incidental, consequential, special or other indirect damages are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitation may not apply to you. To request service under this warranty for your Embertec Emberpulse, contact our customer service team by calling 800.838.9659 or by email at customerservice@embertec.com and provide us with a brief description of the problem. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 22 Embertec USA LLC Suite 100, 2105 South Bascom Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008 Phone: 800.838.9659 Web: embertec.com Email: customerservice@embertec.com Due to continual improvement in design or otherwise, the product you purchase may differ slightly from the illustration in this book. All Trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Issue V1
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