Connect to WiFi - V3
Set Up Your Device
- Unbox your Stat Temp monitor and sensor(s).
- Place the sensor in its desired location.
- Plug the device into power with the supplied power cord.
- Turn the device on by sliding the power switch into the up position.
- The monitor should have a QR code with "Let's Connect to WiFi" display.
Before you connect your monitor to Wi-Fi, here is some important information to consider:
- Does the web connection require users to enter information on any type of captive portal/login page? This can block our devices from successfully authenticating. This will require IT involvement.
- Our Wi-Fi devices only support 2.4GHz networks. These devices will not connect to 5GHz networks. If bandsteering is enabled on your network, you may need to disable it.
- Confirm these ports are open:
- TCP Port 8883 outbound (MQTT over SSL), destination address: iot.stattemp.io,
- IP addresses
- 54.173.251.106 and 3.221.75.93
- Port 123 (NTP), host: pool.ntp.org
Connect To Wi-Fi
As the monitor is connecting, you will see a status bar showing you exactly what is going on, so you get to follow along!
Connect to Wi-Fi
- Download the app ESP BLE Prov
- iOS - ESP BLE Provisioning
- Android - ESP BLE Provisioning
- Open the ESP BLE Prov app on your phone and tap ‘Provision Device’.
- Grant permissions when prompted:
- Allow camera access to scan the QR code.
- Allow Bluetooth access to pair with the monitor.
- Scan the QR code displayed on your monitor using your phone.
- Tap ‘Pair’ to connect to the monitor via Bluetooth.
- A list of available Wi-Fi networks will appear.
- Select your network and enter the password.
- If your network is hidden or not listed, tap “Join Other Network” to enter the details manually.
- Tap ‘Provision’ to begin the connection process.
Once provisioning is complete, tap ‘OK’.
The monitor will automatically restart and take its first reading.
What to Do if Network Configuration Fails Due to Incorrect Credentials
If incorrect Wi-Fi credentials are entered during setup, follow these steps:
- Choose an Option on the Monitor Screen.
- If You Select Retry, the device will restart.
- You’ll be able to scan the QR code again and re-enter the correct network credentials.
- If You Select Save, the incorrect credentials will be saved.
- The device will not restart and will remain disconnected until reconfigured manually.
Advanced Wi-Fi Configuration
Our Stat Temp hardware allows for an alternative method of network provisioning that does not require a separate application. This method is specifically useful in the following circumstances:
- IP information must be manually configured
- The wireless network utilizes Enterprise authentication/encryption
- Connecting to a hidden network that is not broadcasting its SSID.
- You have a large number of devices you are deploying
Wi-Fi Connection Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues connecting your device to WiFi, please refer to the table below for troubleshooting assistance.
Wi-Fi & Network Errors
Issue | Symptom | Recommended Action |
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Network Connection Issue | No Wi-Fi bars or an exclamation mark next to the bars. | The Network settings may have changed. Reset Wi-Fi. Still offline? Contact IT or email stattemp@gohcl.com. |
Server Connection Issue | Wi-Fi bars are visible, but no cloud icon or an exclamation mark in the cloud. | The device is connected to the network but cannot access the cloud. This could mean that there are restrictions on the network. If credentials were correct, contact IT or email stattemp@gohcl.com. |
Incorrect credentials were entered during network configuration | The monitor will display "Failed to Connect", with BLE Failure on the top left |
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Monitor not connected to website | Welcome error with directions to add monitor. | Add the monitor to your website and then turn it off, and then turn it back on. |
App & Setup Errors
If you encounter any errors while using the ESP BLE Prov app, please refer to the table below.
Issue | Symptom | Recommended Action |
---|---|---|
App Error - Device could not be scanned. Please try again. | QR code not recognized | Close and reopen the app. If still stuck, perform a pinhole reset. To perform a pinhole reset, insert a paperclip into the top pinhole on the right, push in and release. |
App Error - Failed to get device version information with error: Encryption is insufficient. | QR code cannot be scanned | When this error occurs, it means that the device you are using will no longer work to connect to Wi-Fi. The quickest way to get connected is to download the app to a different device. |
App Error - Security applied for communicating with device does not match configuration setting | QR code cannot be scanned | Delete and reinstall ESP BLE Prov app. If needed, restart the phone: • iOS: Vol up → Vol down → Hold power • Android: Hold power for 20 sec, or Volume up + Power |
For directions on how to Reset Wifi, click here.
WiFi Specs and Network Connection Diagram
Features
- Single Band 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n
- Wireless data transfer rates up to 150 Mbps
- What networks are supported? Open, WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA2 Enterprise
- 802.11 b/g/n • 802.11 n MCS0-7 in both 20 MHz and 40 MHz bandwidth • 802.11 n MCS32 (RX) • 802.11 n 0.4 µs guard-interval • up to 150 Mbps of data rate • Receiving STBC 2×1 • Up to 20.5 dBm of transmitting power