LG Smart AC Smart Inverter Remote Control System User’s Manual WLAN Module for LG Smart Air Conditioning Application Model: PCRCUDT2/ PCRCUDT3
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Table of Contents Safety Precautions. ............................................................................. 4 LG Smart AC........................................................................................ 6 User Smartphone Environment. ............................................................ 7 Installation Sequence...........................................................................
LG Smart AC Safety Precautions LG Smart AC App is for use with LG Duct-free Split (DFS) systems only. Do not attempt to use this app with any other type of system. The information in this manual is intended for use by an end user (customer) of the DFS system installed in their home environment. Failure to carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual can result in equipment malfunction. Input power to the indoor unit remains connected and on during procedures in this manual.
User Manual Safely dispose of the packing materials. Tear apart and throw away plastic packaging bags so that children may not play with them and risk suffocation and death. Do not store or use flammable gas or combustibles near the unit. There is risk of fire, explosion, and physical injury or death. LG Smart AC Terms and Conditions In using LG Smart AC hardware and smartphone application you agree to the LG Smart AC terms and conditions.
LG Smart AC LG Smart AC This manual describes how to install and use the LG Smart AC Models PCRCUDT2/PCRCUDT3. LG Smart AC consists of a hardware Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module, and a free smartphone application (app). The user must supply the smartphone; either an Apple® iPhone or an Android® phone. LG Smart AC is not optimized for tablets. LG Smart AC will also be referred to as Smart AC in this manual.
User Manual Figure 1: LG Smart AC App Communication through Home Network Figure 2: LG Smart AC App Remote Communication User Smartphone Environment Following minimum specifications are needed to successfully run the LG Smart AC app on a smartphone: • OS: Android 2.3 or higher; iOS 6 or higher • Resolution: Android 320 x 480 or higher; iOS 960 x 640 or higher Normal operation may be hindered if the environment does not satisfy minimum specifications as outlined above.
LG Smart AC Table 1: LG Smart AC Wireless Network Requirements Standard IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Frequency Range Modulation 2.412 – 2.472 GHz 128 bits WEP, AES WPA, WPA2 802.11b: 11 dBM (11 Mbps) 802.11g: 15 dBM (54 Mbps) 802.11n : 11 dBM (72.2 Mbps) 802.11b: 11 Mbps 802.11g: 54 Mbps 802.11n: 72.2 Mbps 802.11b: -88 dBm (11 Mbps) 802.11g: -74 dBm (54 Mbps) 802.11n: -69 dBm (72.
User Manual Installation Sequence To use LG Smart AC, you must install the app on your smartphone and sign up for a new account (first time install) and then connect the WLAN module to the indoor unit. This manual will show download and installation of the app on both Android and Apple (iOS) platforms, however, procedural screens will mostly be through the iOS smartphone platform. Note that the app is not optimized to work on tablets.
LG Smart AC 4. Tap the INSTALL button on the LG Smart AC screen. 5. Tap the ACCEPT button on the App permissions screen. 6. When the app is finished installing, an OPEN button is displayed on the screen. 7. If you are ready to begin Smart AC registration, tap OPEN and the app will start. Install the iPhone App Follow these steps to install the Smart AC app on an iPhone. 1. Be sure your phone meets the specifications listed in on page 10. 2. Tap the App Store icon on the iPhone screen. 3.
User Manual LG Smart AC Registration This step can be performed either right after the installation of the app on your smartphone or after you proceed with the Smart AC module installation on your indoor unit. It is helpful however to sign up as a new user and go through the email verification prior to module installation so that you can proceed easily with app and module communication. 1. From your smartphone, launch the app by tapping on the icon. • The LG Smart AC welcome screen will appear. 2.
LG Smart AC 4. At the Terms and Conditions screen, accept all the terms, by tapping each “I agree” box and then tap Apply (2). 2 5. Enter your email address, choose a password; and then retype your password to confirm (3). 6. Enter your name in the fields as shown. Note that your first and last name cannot exceed 15 characters. 7. Enter your phone number as shown and then tap Next to proceed. 3 12 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification.
User Manual 8. At the Send E-mail Verification screen, review the information to be sure everything is correct, and then tap OK (4). 9. Log into your email and click on the link to confirm your registration through the LG website. 10. Proceed to LG Smart AC Module Installation section in this manual. LG Smart AC Module Installation 4 Before your app can communicate successfully with your indoor unit(s), you must install the WLAN module.
LG Smart AC WLAN Connection To use LG Smart AC, the app must be installed on your smartphone and the WLAN module must be connected to the air conditioning system’s indoor unit. The indoor unit must be turned on. Follow the instructions for Android or for iPhone for first time pairing of your smartphone to the WLAN module. The initial connection setup must be done at your home over your home wireless network.
User Manual Initial WLAN Module and Smart AC Connection (Continued) 4. The Register New Air Conditioner screen will display. • Before tapping “Continue” you will have to set the registration mode. Remote Controller may appear slightly different, depending on your model. 5. Point the remote control at the indoor unit, and press the Jet Mode and Fan Speed buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. 6. Wait for the WLAN light to blink at the indoor unit (this may take a couple of minutes after the beep).
LG Smart AC WLAN Light Description OFF: • Not connected to the wireless network that communicates to the external network. • Connected to the wireless router, however the air conditioner unit is not operating. ON: Air conditioner is connected to the wireless network and is operating properly. BLINKING: Air conditioner generates a wireless signal; same as a router. (Soft AP mode = registration mode) If registering through iOS, follow step 7, for Android smartphones continue to step 8: 7.
User Manual 8. Once pairing is successful (WLAN light is blinking on unit), tap Continue at the AC Registration screen. 9. If asked to reset product, tap Ok. If the Android smartphone does not connect automatically, check the following: • From the Advanced Wi-Fi settings, make sure “Internet unavailable Disconnect Wi-Fi automatically when the Internet is unavailable” is checked. • Note that the wording of the above might be slightly different, depending on your smartphone model.
LG Smart AC 10. From the smartphone, select the wireless network that you want to connect to. 11. If asked, type in your wireless password and tap OK, to proceed. • For specific configuration information regarding your wireless network, consult the user manual of your wireless router. • The smartphone screen of the wireless network password may vary, depending on your wireless network setup.
User Manual Naming the New AC Unit Once connection is established between the app and the new AC through the registration process, you have the opportunity to give your newly registered unit a unique name. This is helpful if you have more than one indoor unit in your building. In this way, if you have a WLAN module installed in more than one indoor unit, you can register each one and give them unique names. For example, one could be named Living room AC and the other could be named Master Bedroom AC.
LG Smart AC Using Smart AC Using Smart AC with an Android smartphone or an iPhone is similar. The instructions given in this manual use iPhone screens. You cannot be logged into two smartphone devices at the same time while using the same user account. If you attempt to log in, you will see the following message . Be sure you log out from one device before logging in with another. Initial Setup 1. From the Sign In screen, tap your country’s name at the top of the screen.
User Manual Using Smart AC - Continued You can skip country selection steps, if you have done this in the previous sections of this manual. 2. Tap the country’s radio button and then tap Ok to commit the change. 3. Sign In, in the usual manner as in previous sections. 4. If you have not done so previously, tap Settings at the bottom of the main screen (1). 5. Verify that temperature is set to your country’s unit of measurement (°F or °C).
LG Smart AC Control Functions Use the Control screen to make instant updates to the temperature and fan speed on your indoor unit. Additionally, you may save any of the settings to a Favorites screen. 1 2 Cooling Function 1. From the Control screen be sure 3 you have Power turned on (1). 4 • The current temperature setting of your unit will display to the top left of your control screen. 2. Tap the Cool Mode button (if not already selected) (2). 3.
User Manual Dehumidifying (Dry) Function This mode removes excess moisture from an environment with high humidity or during local rainy seasons. This method prevents mold from setting in. This mode adjusts the room temperature automatically to maintain the optimal level of humidity. 1 2 3 When indoor unit is in dehumidifying mode, you cannot adjust the room temperature. Temperature is being adjusted automatically. 1. From the Control screen be sure you have Power turned on (1).
LG Smart AC Heating Function 1. From the Control screen be sure you have Power turned on (1). • The current temperature setting of your unit will display to the top left of your control screen. 2. Tap the Heat Mode button (if not already selected) (2). 3. From the Temperature “drum” scroll to the new heat temperature setting (3). 4. Optionally, from the Wind Speed settings, tap a fan speed (4).
User Manual Fan Function This mode only circulates the indoor air without changing the room temperature. 1 2 • The cooling lamp lights up in air circulation mode on the indoor unit. • You cannot change temperature settings while in this mode. 3 1. From the Control screen be sure you have Power turned on (1). 2. Tap the Fan Mode button (if not already selected) (2). 3. From the Wind Speed settings, tap a fan speed (3).
LG Smart AC Creating Favorite Settings - Continued 1. Create a Favorite setting by doing one of the following: • Tap one of the Control modes, adjust temperature and Wind; and then tap Add Favorite (1) (continue with step 4 below). • Tap Favorite (2) on Menu bar, and then tap Add Favorite (3) on Favorite screen (follow the steps below). 2. Navigate to the mode screen you want (4). 5 4 6 26 3 3.
User Manual Deleting/Sorting Favorites You can re-order or delete your Favorites from the Favorites screen. 1. Tap the Edit button. • To re-order your favorites in the list, tap and hold the ‘list bars” that appear on the right side of the Favorite. Using your finger, drag the Favorite, up or down until the placement (order) is correct and then release (1). • To delete a Favorite, tap the Del button to the left 2 1 of the listed Favorite (2).
LG Smart AC Modifying a Favorite - Continued When making certain modifications to an existing Favorite, such as changing the mode screen, you might see the following message. This message alerts you that all your previous settings will be overwritten by the new modifications that you are making. Tap Apply at the bottom of the screen to proceed with your modifications. 28 Due to our policy of continuous product innovation, some specifications may change without notification. ©LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
User Manual Advanced Functions Depending on the Single Zone AC that you have, you can control additional features of the unit through the Smart AC app. These features are located via the Detail area on each mode screen.
LG Smart AC Air Flow (Swing Direction) You can set the up/down and left/right swing directions of the louver using the Air Flow screen. 1. From any of the mode screens, tap Detail. 2. From the Detail screen, tap Air Flow. 3. From the Air Flow screen, tap either Jet or Saving button to place the Air Flow into those modes. • Refer to your indoor unit owner’s manual for specific definitions of these two modes of operation. 4.
User Manual Setting the Timer/Sleep The unit can be placed into a countdown mode which will then activate the Sleep Mode. Additionally, this screen allows you to set the timer which allows you to start and stop air conditioner activity. 1. From any of the mode screens, tap Detail. 2. From the Detail screen, tap Timer. To Set Sleep Countdown: • Slide the button to the right of the Sleep area of the screen to ON. • Scroll the amount of time to countdown to Sleep Mode.
LG Smart AC Filter Usage and Stats The app can monitor filter usage by showing the percentage remaining before you need to clean the filter. You can also set the filter renewal date from this area of the app. The app will alert you when it is time to clean the filter. Filter Usage - Monitoring The app will give a visual percentage detail as to the remainder of usage left on the existing filter, along with remaining hours of available usage. 1. From any of the mode screens, tap Detail. 2.
User Manual Filter Usage - Monitoring - Continued At the Filter Usage screen, you can see the Renewal date (1) and percentage of filter remaining (2) as well as, the Used and Remaining time (as hrs) before the filter needs to be cleaned (3). 1 2 3. Tap OK to close the screen when done. • You will be returned to the mode screen. 3 Setting Filter Renewal Date You can set a reminder date that will alert you when it is time to clean your filter.
LG Smart AC Setting Filter Renewal Date - Continued 2. From the Detail screen, tap Filter Usage. 3. From the Filter Usage screen, tap the date window to the right of “Renewal date” (see 1 on previous page). 4. At the Filter renewal date screen, use the Year/Month/Day scrolls to choose the date that you want to renew/clean the filter. 5. Tap OK when done. • The Filter Usage screen will display and will re-fresh the “Renewal date” window (see 1 on previous page.
User Manual Additional Settings The Setting screen of the Smart AC app provides additional setting choices that can be made by the user. This area allows for the following additional functionality: • • • • • • Registration of an air conditioner unit. Set temperature unit display (°F or °C). Sign in or log out of account by the user. A list of all users associated to the main (Master) account). Deactivation of the account.
LG Smart AC General Settings Registering an Air Conditioner 1. From the Setting display page, under General, tap Air Conditioner registration. 2. Follow the prompts to register your air conditioner. • Refer back to “LG Smart AC Registration” on page 11 for more information Changing the Temperature Unit Display From the Settings page, tap the Temperature Display to change temperature display units between °F and °C.
User Manual Account Settings - Continued Adding/deleting a user to the account (registering): Additional users can be added to your account, so that they in turn can access controls through the Smart AC app. Each user must go through online email verification and registration before you can add them to your user account. New user account registration is available at “LG Smart AC Registration” on page 11 of this manual. 1. From the Setting screen, tap User list. 2.
LG Smart AC Account Settings - Continued To deactivate the account: 1. From the Setting screen, tap Deactivate Account. 2. If you are trying to delete the Master account, a prompt will appear confirming that you want to delete the account. • You will need to follow prompts to transfer the Master “rights” to another account holder before you can proceed. 3. Tap OK to continue with the deletion. Help The Setting screen provides users with two forms of available guidance.
User Manual Account Settings - Continued About The Setting screen gives additional information regarding the software version, wireless module version and open source licensing. Simply tap any of these choices for further information about the app. If you would like to get the source code of GPL, LGPL, MPL, and others which are developed with open source license and installed in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.
LG Smart AC Troubleshooting LG Smart AC App Operation Refer to the troubleshooting procedures below, if the LG Smart AC app does not function as expected. Smartphone Will Not Connect to Wireless Module Main Function Possible Cause Solution Cannot sign in to the app. • Wireless connection needs a password. • Verify and confirm from email. • Check your carrier’s wireless network and be sure you have access rights. • Check your email and confirm the app through the LG website.
User Manual Troubleshooting - Continued Main Function The indoor unit is not connecting to the wireless. Smartphone device is not registering through the indoor unit. Smart device is shown connected to the wireless but is not operating. Possible Cause • Wireless is turned off. • Internet cable is unplugged from the wireless connection. • Wireless network is situated too far from indoor unit to communicate. • Turn on the wireless network. • Plug internet cable into the wireless connection.
LG Smart AC Troubleshooting - Continued Main Function Previously registered account information has disappeared. Possible Cause Check to see if product is registered with a new account. Solution If the same product is registered under a new account, the previous account and information will be deleted. The new account supersedes the old account information. Cannot sign up, due to LG Electronics a duplication of existing registration has account (user ID). occurred multiple times.
User Manual Warning Message - Troubleshooting The following warning messages may appear on the LG Smart AC app during use. Follow the guidelines below to troubleshoot. Message Possible Cause Solution Product Registration Product is not registered on server. Product is not registered as yet. Complete product registration. New air conditioner will be registered. Previously registered information will be deleted. Do you want to continue? Seen while registering again from the Settings area of the app.
LG Smart AC Warning Message - Troubleshooting - Continued Message Possible Cause Solution Network connection is unstable. Product registration has failed due to network error. • Check network status of smartphone and product. • Try to register at a later time. • Start the registration again from the beginning. • The registration mode times out after 5 minutes automatically if not completed. User must restart the registration process. Product has connected to the server.
User Manual Warning Message - Troubleshooting - Continued Message Possible Cause Solution Due to a network error or server load, the connection is unstable. Please try again in a few minutes. Try to log in again at a later time. Network error. Check the connection. • Server connection may take time (slow). • Try to log in again. • Check wireless network. Session timed out due to inactivity. Command Fail due to network error. Network environment not stable. • Try to log in again at a later time.
LG Smart AC Data Guide Open Source If you would like to get the source code of GPL, LGPL, MPL, and others which are developed with open source license and installed in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, indications of all applicable license contents, copyright, and no responsibility on warranty can be downloaded. If you request the open source code of the software that is installed on this product by sending email to opensource@lge.
User Manual Notice FCC (Certification) 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. FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy.
LG Smart AC End Product Labeling The modular transmitter must be labeled with its own FCC ID number, and, if the FCC ID is not visible when the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: BEJPCRCUDT2 ” (BEJPCRCUDT3) or “Contains FCC ID: BEJPCRCUDT2” (BEJPCRCUDT3).
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