How to connect a robot vacuum cleaner to Wi-Fi
An automatically working vacuum cleaner that can be controlled remotely using familiar gadgets is not a dream. Manufacturers have foreseen the needs of customers, so now there is an assortment of robotic vacuum cleaners on sale that can connect to a phone via a Wi-Fi network. The main thing is to connect it correctly.
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How to connect a robot vacuum cleaner to the Internet?
Connecting the robot to the tablet or smartphone of the owner of the premises expands its functionality and makes control more convenient. Cleaning rooms turns into an unusual game.
Using the application on your smartphone, you can monitor the status of the robot and its parts that are important for the correct operation of the device. It is also possible to customize the cleaning schedule and route, limit the area of movement and control the charge level of the household device.
It is important to connect correctly to a Wi-Fi network vacuum cleaner for the first time. If you do everything according to the instructions, there should be no problems with further control. Before the first installation and synchronization with the phone, you must connect the docking station and charge the device. Also remove small objects and excess wires from the floor so as not to disturb the operation of the device.
Instructions for connecting the robot vacuum cleaner to Wi-Fi
Keep in mind that for Internet networks to work correctly, your phone must meet certain technical specifications.Its functionality includes the ability to connect to Wi-Fi, as well as Bluetooth and GPS. All of them must be activated.
Select a suitable Wi-Fi network on your smartphone and connect it by entering your username and password.
Next, you need to download the Mi Home application, with which the vacuum cleaner is synchronized with a smartphone or tablet, and will also work from a Wi-Fi network. We register in the application and find the model of the vacuum cleaner that you have.
When synchronizing, the robot must be turned on. Find the device model in the application and click on the picture. Next, the system will do everything for you, finding the device and connecting it to public networks. Upon completion of the process, you will need to enter your username and password again, and also confirm your actions.
If the connection is not established, experts recommend a complete reboot of the household device.
Correct operation of the program and high-quality “docking” ends with the appearance of a picture with a vacuum cleaner. In the future, you will need to install it, configure routes and cleaning schedules.
If the robot vacuum cleaner is offline and you can’t connect it to the existing network, try changing the VPN settings or the DNS address in the Wi-Fi settings. You shouldn't get into this if you've never done anything like this. It's better to consult a specialist.
If the first connection went well, but then it was disconnected from the network and the vacuum cleaner does not connect again, try a full reboot. Moreover, you need to turn off not only the robot, but also the router that distributes the network.
The manufacturer's instructions usually contain a step-by-step guide that details the steps for connecting to Internet networks.
