No, you can only use either batteries or mains separately. The batteries will not kick in if the mains cable is installed into the control panel.
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What is the correct light level for my Omlet Automatic Door opener?
The correct light level will vary depending your geographic location. Generally the default light level which comes with the Omlet Autodoor works well.
You can also find out how the light level behavious in your area by clicking on the setting of the device. Select “Technical Information”. You can scroll down to the light section. You should then see a graph showing your light levels.
Whats the difference between Restart and Reset?
Restart on the Omlet app will turn your device off and turn it back on again.
Reset on the Omlet app will factory reset your device. It will remove all configuration settings. You will need to reprovision the device to use it in smart mode again. You should Reset the device if you wish to remove the device from your account and sell it.
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 does the light mode work?
The light sensor will react to whichever level you have set it to. It will recognize the amount of light you have set, then there is a 15 minute delay built in (to ensure it isn’t just a temporary shadow like a cloud), and then the door will open or close.
You can change the level to the setting you prefer, just always ensure that the level for closing is lower than the level for opening.
Please note that the location of your coop can also influence the light sensor. If there are trees around, or anything else that may create a darker atmosphere, it can take the door longer to open in the mornings.
The sensor works best under sunny conditions, so during darker months it can be useful to change the setting to the timer.
Do I have to use the app?
The new Omlet Smart Autodoor has all of the same functionality as the previous version of the Autodoor if you do not wish to connect it to wifi and use the app to control it. When the control panel is first powered on, it will enter Discovery Mode. Simply press OK on the control panel to exit discovery mode, and you can use the control panel offline as before.
Connecting the control panel to wifi and the Omlet App allows you to receive notifications that your door has opened and closed as expected, and control the door from wherever you are in the world, giving you the peace of mind that your chickens are safe and secure, whether you’re on the sofa, running late at work, or enjoying the sun on a vacation thousands of miles away
Please see our article about upgrading the firmware if you plan to not use the app, and run the control panel on battery power
Can I control my door when I'm away from home?
You can use the app to control your door anywhere your phone is connected to the internet, either via mobile data or Wi-Fi networks. Providing your Door at home is connected to your Wi-Fi network.
Why should I add a Omlet Coop Light?
There are two main reasons that your chickens and you will love a Coop Light.
Firstly, having a light in the coop will encourage the chickens to return to their house when it gets dark. This is especially good if you have one or two hens that tend to stay out longer than the rest.
Secondly, it’s useful to have a light in the coop if you want to check on your hens when it’s dark, maybe as you come home from work or just before you go to bed. The hens won’t be bothered by you turning on the light for a minute and peeking into the coop.
Why is the coop light flickering?
If your coop light is flickering whilst turned on, this could indicate that your batteries are beginning to get low. Try replacing your batteries with a new set of good quality AA batteries
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.
Why does my Smart Autodoor not open when I think it should on light mode?
To prevent the door from opening unintentionally in response to torches, headlights, security lights and so on, the light level detected must remain above the level set for opening for 15 minutes before the door will open.
In the mornings you may notice in the Omlet App that the current light level reading is reported at a level higher than the level set to open the door, but the door is still closed. This is completely normal. Wait for 15 minutes, and you should see that the door has opened within that time.
Can the Omlet Autodoor be fitted Eglu Classic or Eglu Go coops apart from the Eglu Cube and Pro?
The Autodoor can be fitted to:
- Eglu Cube Chicken Coop Mk1
- Eglu Cube Chicken Coop Mk2
- Eglu Pro Chicken Coop
It cannot be fitted to the Eglu Go, Eglu Go Up or Eglu Classic chicken coop.
It can be fitted all wooden chicken coops.