Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug (Model P11)

1. انتهى المنتجview

The Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug (Model P11) is a compact Wi-Fi enabled smart socket designed for advanced energy monitoring and home automation. It comes with Tasmota firmware pre-installed, offering direct integration with a wide range of smart home systems without the need for a proprietary hub or cloud service. This plug allows users to measure power consumption, voltage, current, and power in real-time, making it ideal for optimizing energy usage and managing connected devices.

Figure 1.1: Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug with its Tasmota web interface displayed on a smartphone.

المميزات الرئيسية:

• Pre-installed Tasmota Firmware: Ready to use out of the box with Tasmota, offering extensive customization and control.
• مراقبة الطاقة: Real-time tracking of power consumption, voltage, current, and power for connected appliances.
• No Cloud Required: Operates locally, enhancing data privacy and system reliability.
• التوافق الواسع: Integrates seamlessly with popular smart home platforms such as Home Assistant, ioBroker, MQTT, Alexa, Google Assistant, Philips Hue, Z-Wave, Domoticz, Homematic IP, and SmartThings.
• حماية من الحرارة الزائدة: Automatically shuts down to prevent damage from excessive temperatures.
• تصنيف الطاقة العالية: يدعم ما يصل إلى 16 Amperes and 3840 Watts, suitable for various household appliances.
• تصميم مضغوط: Mini form factor ensures it does not obstruct adjacent outlets.

الشكل 1.2: المزايا الرئيسيةtages of the Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug, including 4M Flash memory, 16A/3840W capacity, overheat protection, and noiseless operation.

Figure 1.3: The internal ESP8266 chip enables broad compatibility with smart home ecosystems like Home Assistant, MQTT, Alexa, and more.

2. الإعداد والتكوين الأولي

The Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug is designed for easy setup. Follow these steps to connect it to your Wi-Fi network and access its web واجهة.

2.1. الاتصال بشبكة Wi-Fi:

1. قم بتوصيل الجهاز: Insert the Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug into a power outlet.
2. بحث عن نقطة اتصال AP: On your smartphone or computer, search for Wi-Fi networks. You should find a network named "tasmota-XXXXXX-XXXX". Connect to this network.
3. وصول Web الواجهة: After connecting, your device should automatically redirect to the Tasmota configuration page (usually 192.168.4.1). If not, open a web browser and manually navigate to http://192.168.4.1.
4. أدخل معلومات شبكة الواي فاي: On the Tasmota web interface, select your home Wi-Fi network from the list and enter its password. Click 'Save'.
5. الحصول على عنوان IP للجهاز: The device will restart and connect to your home Wi-Fi. The web interface will then display the new IP address of the device on your network. Make a note of this IP address.
6. Control and Configure: You can now access the device's web interface using its new IP address to control and configure it.

Figure 2.1: Step-by-step guide for initial Wi-Fi setup and accessing the Tasmota web واجهة.

2.2. تحديث البرامج الثابتة:

It is recommended to keep your Tasmota firmware updated for optimal performance and security. Ensure you select the correct firmware type (4M) to avoid device malfunction.

• Tasmota Official Firmware: You can find official Tasmota firmware versions at http://ota.tasmota.com/tasmota/release/. When updating, select the firmware file with "4M" in its name (e.g., `tasmota-4M.bin.gz`). Updating with a 2M firmware will cause the device to crash.
• Refoss Official Firmware: Refoss also provides validated firmware versions in multiple languages on their support page: https://support.refoss.net/Support/Resource_Library.

Figure 2.2: Information on where to find and how to select the correct firmware for updates.

3. تشغيل القابس الذكي

Once configured, the Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug offers various functionalities through its web interface or integrated smart home platforms.

3.1. Basic Control:

From the main Tasmota web interface, you can toggle the plug ON/OFF, view current status, and access configuration settings.

الشكل 3.1: انتهىview of the Tasmota web interface, including the main control panel and various configuration menus.

3.2. مراقبة الطاقة:

The plug provides real-time data on energy consumption, voltage, current, and power. This data is accessible directly from the Tasmota web واجهة.

Figure 3.2: Real-time power monitoring displayed on the Tasmota interface.

Figure 3.3: The smart plug can track energy consumption for various appliances, such as a vacuum cleaner, providing detailed usage statistics.

3.3. Automation and Timers:

You can set up schedules and timers for automated control of your devices. This can be done via the Tasmota web interface or through integrated smart home platforms.

Figure 3.4: Tasmota's timer configuration interface allows for precise scheduling of device operation.

الشكل 3.5: مثالample of using timers for daily routines, such as turning on lights in the morning and off at night.

4. الصيانة

The Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug requires minimal maintenance. Regular firmware updates are recommended to ensure optimal performance and security.

4.1. التنظيف:

Wipe the device with a dry, soft cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or abrasive materials.

4.2. Temperature Calibration:

If the temperature reading appears unusually high, you can calibrate the temperature sensor using the Tasmota console command: ADCParam1 2, 4000,80000,4250,1.

Figure 4.1: The Tasmota configuration template, highlighting the GPIO settings and the temperature calibration command.

5. استكشاف الأخطاء وإصلاحها

This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your Refoss Tasmota Smart Plug.

5.1. Device Not Connecting to Wi-Fi:

• Ensure you are connecting to the correct "tasmota-XXXXXX-XXXX" hotspot during initial setup.
• تأكد من إدخال كلمة مرور شبكة Wi-Fi الخاصة بك بشكل صحيح.
• Make sure the plug is within range of your Wi-Fi router.
• Try resetting the device to factory settings (see 5.2).

5.2. إعادة ضبط الجهاز:

To reset the device to its factory settings, press and hold the power button on the plug for approximately 45 seconds. The device will restart, and you can then proceed with the initial Wi-Fi setup as described in Section 2.1.

Figure 5.1: Tasmota interface options for managing configurations, including resetting the device.

5.3. Overheat Protection Triggering Frequently:

• Ensure the connected appliance does not exceed the plug's maximum rating of 16A/3840W.
• Check for proper ventilation around the plug and appliance.
• Consider calibrating the temperature sensor as described in Section 4.2 if the temperature readings are consistently abnormal.

Figure 5.2: The smart plug's overheat protection feature, which automatically shuts down the device if it reaches a dangerously high temperature.

5.4. General Issues and Further Support:

Refoss has compiled information on common issues based on customer feedback, including failed firmware updates, temperature fluctuations, and automatic shutdowns. For detailed troubleshooting and support, scan the QR code below or visit the Refoss support page.

Figure 5.3: Scan this QR code for a PDF document detailing common issues and solutions, or visit دعم ريفوس.

6. المواصفات

7. الضمان والدعم

For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official Refoss website or contact their customer service directly. The product includes a user manual in the box for additional guidance.

• Refoss Brand Store: Visit the official Refoss store on Amazon for product information and support resources: Refoss Store.
• الموارد المتاحة على الإنترنت: Additional support and firmware updates can be found at support.refoss.net.