Smart Knowledgebase

Can I connect a solar panel or other power supply to my Omlet Automatic Door Opener?

We do not offer a solar panel for the Omlet Autodoor. We have tested them and we do not recommend them.

You must use the Autodoor as specified in the instruction manual by using either AA batteries or our power adapter.

A set of AA batteries will last a long time (between 4-6 months) if not using the smart mode and 2+ months if using smart mode. We cannot offer any warranty, support or advice if you connect any other forms of power supply to your Autodoor. There is a high risk that you may damage your Autodoor, and the product may not work as intended.

What are the dimensions of the Omlet Autodoor?

The Autodoor Frame dimensions are: 49cm x 42cm x 5.5cm

The Control Panel dimensions are: 13cm x 12cm x 4.5cm

The Cable Length is 200cm.

Why isn't the control panel found when I try to add a new device?

If your control panel is not found when you try to add a new device, it may not be in discovery mode. The control panel should display “Discovery Mode. Press OK to exit”. If this is not displaying, use the arrow buttons to navigate through the menu to the Wifi option, and then press and hold OK to re-enable discovery mode. Alternatively, you can perform a factory reset – note this will erase any settings you have customised on the control panel

Will all my chickens go to bed at the same time?

If you watch your chickens for a few days you will see that in most cases, they will all go into the coop within half an hour of each other.

Keep note of at what time this happens, so you can select the correct time or light level on the door.

You can always use the App to manually open or close the door if you notice a chicken has not made it in.

Can I use the light and time settings at the same time?

You can only use one setting at a time on the Omlet Automatic chicken coop door. Though you can change which setting you use via the App at any point. You change the settings by click the Settings icon next to the device. Then click on “Door Settings”. Select the right mode for you, and then tap Save

Please note you might want to change which setting you use throughout the year, depending on your flock’s routine and the number of daylight hours.

What happens if the door loses connection to the Wi-Fi?

Your Door settings are saved locally to the control panel. So even if your network drops out the Door will continue to use these settings to open and close. You just won’t be able to control the device via the app whilst the Wi-Fi is down.

Can I change the notification settings?

Tap on the notification bell at the top of the home screen. From here select notifications. You can then choose your general notification settings as well as individual settings for each type of notification.

How do I perform a factory reset on my Omlet Autodoor?

Scroll down in the menu of the Control Panel until you get to “Factory Reset”.
Press and hold the “OK”-button until the screen changes to “Are You Sure” and a flashing “N”.
Change the flashing “N” (for no) to “Y” (for yes) by using the arrow buttons.
Hold OK-button until the screen changes.

How does the Omlet Autodoor Crush Detector work?

The Autodoor uses sophisticated safety sensors to protect hens that dawdle in the doorway, just like elevator doors. After gently nudging and opening again, the Autodoor will attempt to close 5 more times until the path is clear.

How do I move a device to a different coop?

You can move a device to a different coop by selecting the Settings icon on the top right of the device. You should then select “Device Details. You can then change the “Assigned to:” to the correct coop.

Click the settings icon

Click “Device Details”

Select the correct coop from the “Assigned to:” box

How do I add another device?

You can add additional devices by following the same process. Ensure the device is in discovery mode, and then go to Add Device within the app. For full instructions, see our article on Connecting your Smart Autodoor to the Omlet App

Which coops does the Autodoor fit on?

The Autodoor fits straight on the Eglu Pro Chicken Coop, the Eglu Cube Chicken Coop, and on the majority of wooden chicken coops or barns. If you have an older Eglu Cube (before 2016), you can fit the Autodoor by using an attachment kit. You can also fit it to mesh or chicken wire on a run.