Author Topic: CoolNYC - free smartAC program (Read 40619 times)

ShmuliT · « **Reply #140 on:** June 18, 2013, 11:36:47 AM »

So I can use these to control other devices such as lamps?

Moshe123 · « **Reply #141 on:** June 18, 2013, 11:46:13 AM »

Got mine today.

BAHayman · « **Reply #142 on:** June 18, 2013, 11:49:38 AM »

Quote from: ShmuliT on June 18, 2013, 11:36:47 AM

So I can use these to control other devices such as lamps?

Sure, all it does is turn the outlet on and off. Its like a light switch. By linking the remote it adds a thermostat so that it can turn it on and off at certain temperatures. You can even use it for a power strip to control multiple items at once.

ShmuliT · « **Reply #143 on:** June 18, 2013, 04:04:26 PM »

Isn't detecting my gateway.
Now getting "The site is down for maintenance. Please check back soon."

Shreknit · « **Reply #144 on:** June 18, 2013, 05:13:36 PM »

Quote from: ShmuliT on June 18, 2013, 04:04:26 PM

Isn't detecting my gateway.
Now getting "The site is down for maintenance. Please check back soon."

Don't use safari if you are and on the bottom right corner there's an option for connect to wireless ip directly choose that.

askmoses · « **Reply #145 on:** June 18, 2013, 07:11:53 PM »

Quote from: BAHayman on June 18, 2013, 11:49:38 AM

Sure, all it does is turn the outlet on and off. Its like a light switch. By linking the remote it adds a thermostat so that it can turn it on and off at certain temperatures. You can even use it for a power strip to control multiple items at once.

The guy who installed it told me when he did an installation the day before, the "customer" was basically making it very apparent he was going to be using it for his home theater. Despite the fact that on the website they ask you to name what is plugged in (you're supposed to select A/C), the program is intended for A/C window units.

ShmuliT · « **Reply #146 on:** June 19, 2013, 10:02:34 PM »

Quote from: Shreknit on June 18, 2013, 05:13:36 PM

Don't use safari if you are and on the bottom right corner there's an option for connect to wireless ip directly choose that.

Thanks, tried that and it got me a step further but now when i enter the IP address and try to log in it says invalid user/pw

also am trying with IE now instead of chrome.

Shreknit · « **Reply #147 on:** June 20, 2013, 09:24:04 AM »

Quote from: ShmuliT on June 19, 2013, 10:02:34 PM

Thanks, tried that and it got me a step further but now when i enter the IP address and try to log in it says invalid user/pw

also am trying with IE now instead of chrome.

Had the same problem was resolved by switching out the gateway it sounds like faulty gateway contact them for a tech to come switch it or if your in the city midtown area they have a place now on 35th and 8th.

ShmuliT · « **Reply #148 on:** July 09, 2013, 11:28:42 PM »

Quote from: Shreknit on June 20, 2013, 09:24:04 AM

Had the same problem was resolved by switching out the gateway it sounds like faulty gateway contact them for a tech to come switch it or if your in the city midtown area they have a place now on 35th and 8th.

Called them and they were able to reset it and let me log in.

ShmuliT · « **Reply #149 on:** July 09, 2013, 11:31:05 PM »

Got an email from Con Ed today with these offers:

Summer is heating up, but it's not too late to cash in on some cool offers from Con Edison.
•   Upgrade to a more efficient central-A/C system and save up to $600.
•   Buy an ENERGY STAR room air-conditioner and get $25
•   See how much you money could save with a FREE programmable thermostat (worth $300) and receive $25 as a thank you.

skyguy918 · « **Reply #150 on:** July 10, 2013, 10:12:36 AM »

Does anyone else find that the thermostat/remotes never accurately reflect the current temperature? I've basically figured out by now what the appropriate temp is on the remote to be comfortable (usually around 75), but it seems weird.

Moshe123 · « **Reply #151 on:** July 10, 2013, 10:23:15 AM »

Quote from: skyguy918 on July 10, 2013, 10:12:36 AM

Does anyone else find that the thermostat/remotes never accurately reflect the current temperature? I've basically figured out by now what the appropriate temp is on the remote to be comfortable (usually around 75), but it seems weird.

tried it once and the number was inaccurate. Stopped using it.

Shreknit · « **Reply #152 on:** July 10, 2013, 10:25:06 AM »

Quote from: Moshe123 on July 10, 2013, 10:23:15 AM

tried it once and the number was inaccurate. Stopped using it.

Same I basically just use the app to turn it on and off.

skyguy918 · « **Reply #153 on:** July 10, 2013, 01:17:54 PM »

Quote from: Shreknit on July 10, 2013, 10:25:06 AM

Same I basically just use the app to turn it on and off.

Right, but then you have to actually turn it on or off based on how it feels, instead of having it automatically turn on and off to maintain a desired temperature.

ETA: In my 2nd bedroom I have a very basic, small, old AC. It has 2 speed settings and a 1-9 temperature dial. But if I just use that dial, all it does is turn the compressor on and off. By using the thermostat/remote (once I figure out the appropriate number to set it at) I can set it and leave it the whole night without going in and waking up my kid.

LA2NYC · « **Reply #154 on:** July 10, 2013, 04:05:36 PM »

I get my internet through university so thankfully I don't have to pay but don't control the Router or have password information. Any way this can still be set up?

Thanks!

A European · « **Reply #155 on:** July 10, 2013, 04:11:44 PM »

Quote from: Moshe123 on July 10, 2013, 10:23:15 AM

Stopped using it.

+1
I stopped using it already last year, but still left on on my settings online.
So I got the $25!

Planning on doing it again this year!

Moshe123 · « **Reply #156 on:** July 17, 2013, 05:14:59 PM »

I'm disconnected for a long time already, but I still get their emails.

Of course, every day this week has an event...

Avid Reader · « **Reply #157 on:** July 19, 2013, 02:11:54 AM »

I'm looking forward to getting this.
Besides for all the cute things it does, has anyone found that they actually save $ on their electric bill with this?

askmoses · « **Reply #158 on:** July 19, 2013, 03:52:21 AM »

Quote from: Avid Reader on July 19, 2013, 02:11:54 AM

Besides for all the cute things it does, has anyone found that they actually save $ on their electric bill with this?

I certainly do

moko · « **Reply #159 on:** July 19, 2013, 06:57:44 AM »

Quote from: LA2NYC on July 10, 2013, 04:05:36 PM

I get my internet through university so thankfully I don't have to pay but don't control the Router or have password information. Any way this can still be set up?

Thanks!

Buy a repeater, and login to the campus wifi. Then plug the smart ac unit into it.

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