ThinkEco Modlet smartAC User manual

A Con Edison program in partnership with ThinkEco

User Guide

smartAC

The coolNYC program is designed to let Con Edison

customers who own window A/C units better manage

their power use while saving energy this summer.

Did you know that the power consumed by window A/C

units represents a large portion of residential energy us-

age during the summer months, placing a large burden

on the Con Edison distribution system?

By participating in this program, you will gain the ability to

see how much energy your window A/C units are using,

as well as gain remote control of your window A/C units

from a website or smartphone. We hope you’ll be able

to lower your energy consumption on window A/C units,

while allowing us to better manage our distribution sys-

tems overall.

For more information on how the modlet saves you energy,

visit our website: www.themodlet.com

What is the coolNYC™program?

No wireless signal

Your thermostat is not

connected to your modlet.

Move the remote closer to

your modlet and the SET TO

temperature

should reappear.

Low Battery

You need to change the

batteries in your remote with

2 new AAA batteries.

Demand Response Mode

Your window A/C is receiving

a signal to turn off or use a

higher SET TO temperature.

To exit demand response

mode just press the toggle

up ( ) or down (-) button to change the SET

TO temperature.

Normal Operation Mode

Current room temperature

is displayed on top and the

programmed (SET TO) tem-

perature is displayed on the

bottom. To change the target

temperature, press the( ) or (-) button on the

remote to raise or lower the temperature.

Hardware

modlet

smartAC thermostat

modlet

USB gateway smartAC thermostat

Red LED light

3-pin wall outlet

modlet button

Power

LCD Display

screen

Toggle up

Toggle down

Features

LED light status

Light not

on Solid red Spinning

clockwise Slowly ﬁlls up

normal operation

mode

circuit overloaded;

unplug one or

more devices

modlet is joining

the network; occurs

when you ﬁrst set

it up

Each segment will ﬁll up

one at a time until the light

is solid red, then each

segment will turn off; occurs

when modlet is trying to

pair with the thermostat

Receptacle for

A/C unit

Use the wireless thermostat to set a target temperature for your room

and monitor the current room temperature. Please note, after a few

minutes of inactivity the remote enters a sleep mode and the screen

goes blank. To wake up the remote, press any button once.

Press the menu button once and then use the /-buttons to switch

between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

this is located in your computer tray

and for Mac’s this is located under Applications). Then follow all on

screen instructions.

Quick setup

Follow these simple instructions to get on your way to savings!

NOTE: DO NOT PLUG IN THE USB RECEIVER OR MODLET BEFORE

COMPLETING THE SOFTWARE WIZARD. The wizard will prompt you

when to plug them in.

1. Software

2. Hardware

Plug your USB receiver into your com-

puter when prompted by the Installer.

Depending on your computer, you

may see some ‘found new hardware’

or ‘install new hardware’ prompts. If

so, be sure to accept all of them. If

the USB receiver is not found on your

ﬁrst try, reinsert into the USB slot and

push it in all the way

Turn off and unplug the window A/C

closest to your computer that you want

to monitor. Click Search on the Install-

er ﬁrst, then plug the modlet into the

outlet. The spinning LED light will stop

when your modlet joins the network.

Plug your A/C back into the modlet and

complete the set up on the Installer.

Go to www.mymodlet.com to create an account and begin the

installation. Enter the registration key found on the inside cover of the

modlet box. Create a user proﬁle and then download and save the

installer to your desktop. Double click on the installer icon to begin

the wizard and follow the onscreen instructions. If required to reboot

during the process, click back on the ThinkEco Installer to continue

the installation.

Next, set up the smartAC thermo-

stat. First, click the Add thermostat

on the install wizard and the select

the modlet you wish to pair with the

thermostat. If you have exited the

wizard, it can be opened through the

ThinkEco Modlet Manager (for PC’s

ºF

If you have more than one window

A/C unit and modlet, set up each ad-

ditional modlet one at a time as you

move away from your computer, so

that the last modlet plugged in is the

one farthest from your computer. To

set up additional modlets, click the

Add Modlets button on the installer

and install each modlet using the

same procedure as the ﬁrst modlet.

3. Monitor & Control

4. Optional – Add More Modlets

Finish setting up your account and

then start viewing your energy con-

sumption through the Energy Usage

tab. Keep in mind that it may take

a few minutes after setting up your

modlet to begin seeing data. To set a

schedule, visit the Savings Plan tab

More modlets can be added at any

time. For Windows, right click on the

ThinkEco Icon in your computer tray

and select Open Modlet Manager.

For Mac, go to Applications,

ThinkEco and then Modlet Manager.

to control when your devices are on

and off. Please note, during the initial baseline period scheduling

is not available. Track your savings with the Summary tab and see

updates from the coolNYC team on the Con Edison page. To view

your account from any computer simply visit www.mymodlet.com

or download the ThinkEco App for Android or iPhone.

For more information go to: www.coolNYCprogram.com/howto or

call our support team 1.800.682.0152

For both systems, next click the Add Another Modlet button, and

then plug in your next modlet. Then set up your thermostat by clicking

the Add Thermostat and selecting the modlet you wish to pair with

the thermostat. To build robust wireless networks, it’s best to work

your way outward from your computer.

Please note that a smartAC thermostat is needed for each modlet and

can only control the modlet that it was initially paired with.

How it works Tips

ThinkEco Web App

• Displays real-time and historical energy consumption data.

• Allows you to schedule your window A/C on or off or change the SET TO

temperature from a computer or mobile device. (This is equivalent to programming a

household thermostat to turn off and on at certain times of the day.)

modlet

• Controls the ow of electricity to your window A/C unit.

• Monitors real-time energy consumption of your window A/C unit and communi-

cates this data to your computer via the USB receiver.

smartAC thermostat

• Measures the current temperature inside the room and communicates the

temperature to the modlet.

• Allows you to program a SET TO temperature that you would like the window

A/C unit to maintain. (When the temperature in the room is greater (warmer) than the

SET TO temperature and your A/C is scheduled on, the modlet turns your window A/C on. If

the temperature is less (colder) than the SET TO temperature, the modlet turns your window

A/C off. )

1. Set your window A/C unit to high and cold.

When you ﬁrst set up your modlet, use the controls on your A/C unit to set

it to a cold temperature and high fan speed. This will help your room cool

down and reach your target temperature faster.

2. Use the wireless remote instead of your A/C controls.

After the modlet is set up, use the wireless thermostat to change the SET TO

temperature. The thermostat communicates both the current and SET TO

temperature directly to the modlet so it can control your window A/C unit.

3. Turn on your computer and plug in your USB at least

once a week.

Energy consumption and temperature data is only transmitted from the modlet

to your computer when your computer is on and the USB receiver is plugged

in. The modlet can store this data for up to 10 days, but your computer must

be on to monitor or control your A/C from a smart phone or computer outside

your home or to participate in the demand response events.

4. Keep your thermostat in the same room as your A/C.

Each thermostat is programmed to work with one modlet and window A/C.

If you have multiple A/Cs and modlets in your apartment, make sure that you

leave the thermostat in the same room as the A/C that it controls to ensure

accurate temperature readings.

5. Keep the thermostat near the center of the room.

Since the thermostat has an internal thermometer to measure the room

temperature, keep the thermostat toward the middle of the room for an

accurate reading (i.e. – not right next to the window A/C or in a hot sunny

window).

To maximize the performance of your modlet A/C system, use the

following tips.

The modlet smartAC kit converts any window air-conditioner into an

Internet-enabled device with smart thermostat control and scheduling

capabilities.

Software tips

Displays total power consumption for all A/Cs as well as individual

A/C units.

1. Energy Usage

Customize the time period

displayed on the graph.

View up to 5 individual power traces as

separate lines or the total power con-

sumption for more than 5 A/Cs.

Click and

drag your

mouse across

a section of

the graph to

zoom in.

Click on the names of one

or more A/Cs to display their

consumption on the graph.

Export current

data displayed

to a ﬁle for

more analysis.

Allows you to set schedules for when your window A/C is on or off.

When you schedule your window A/C to be “on,” the thermostat is

activated and works with the modlet to maintain the target temperature

in the room. Please note, this feature is only available after the initial

baseline period.*

2. Savings Plans

*The baseline period refers to the ﬁrst few weeks after you set up your Modlet Network. The

baseline period monitors the typical energy consumption of your A/Cs. This information helps

you create plans and calculate savings.

You can create

more than one

plan – such as

one for week-

days and one

for weekends.

View an

overview of

the schedules

planned for

today.

Create a plan

for as little as

one day or for

many years.

Select days

and times for

your A/C to

turn on.

Select which A/Cs the plan

applies to. You can create a

separate plan for each outlet.

View total energy consumed and saved for all the A/Cs in your Modlet

Network.

Centralized control of all of your modlets and window air conditioners.

Check the status of your Modlet Network (modlets, USB receiver and

devices) and add new devices to your network.

3. Summary 5. Con Edison

4. Modlet Network

View savings by

week, month,

or year.

Baseline period

is the ﬁrst month

after you set up

your modlet. It

monitors normal

energy consump-

tion before

schedules are

implemented.

Savings calculated

based on difference

between energy

consumed before

and after baseline

period.

Displays cumulative

power consumption

for your A/C unit(s).

Set whether the demand

response feature is active.

View the current

temperature in the

room.

Indicates whether your

savings plan is active.

Check the current

temperature your

thermostat is set to.

Check here for alerts

from Con Edison.

Mobile apps

iPhone App Android App

Download the iPhone app from the App Store by searching

for ThinkEco.

Download the Android app from the Android Market by

searching for ThinkEco.

Click to see the

latest updates

from Con Ed

See your total

energy usage

and savings

See energy

use by

individual A/C

units or con-

sumption by

all your units

Control your A/C

units and see the

current room

temperature Turn your devices

on or off remotely*

Click to turn on or

off the demand

response setting

Review your

schedules

for today

See the current room

temperature and

Con Edison Alerts

Review your schedules

for today

See energy use by

individual A/C units

or consumption by

all your units

Select which devices to

view on the graph

See your total energy

usage and savings

*Note: to use these functions remotely, your computer must be on and the USB receiver must

be plugged in.

*Note: to use these functions remotely, your computer must be on and the USB receiver must

be plugged in.

Troubleshooting

If you are connected to the internet and logged into your

account, but you’re not seeing the latest data, try these tips.

1. Check USB

• Make sure your USB receiver is plugged in all the way.

• Next unplug it and then plug it back into your computer.

• Check the status of your USB by clicking on the Modlet Network link

in the top right of your screen and then clicking on USB Receiver.

2. Be patient

• When you rst set up your network, or if your computer has been off

for a while, the data may take a few minutes to load onto the interface.

Check back in 15 minutes.

3. Refresh

• Try hitting the refresh button on the Energy Usage tab or your browser.

4. Verify parameters

• Check the variables you selected for the graph: does the start and end

date match when you plugged in your modlet?

• Do you have at least one device selected? Click on the name of the

devices you want to graph or select all to see total energy consumption.

5. Check devices

• Check the status of your devices on the energy usage tab. A green

light next to your device means it has reported data to your computer

in the last 24 hours.

• If the light is red, rst unplug and re-plug in your USB receiver. Next,

verify your devices are labeled correctly and assigned to the correct

outlet by clicking Modlet Network and then Modlets.

ThinkEco modlet®

Thank you for purchasing your new modlet

! For more information and to learn about your

modlet

please visit www.themodlet.com. Please read all user guides/manuals provided to you

(in both paper and electronic form) including in the software downloaded in connection with

the usage of this device and all operating and safety instructions. If you fail to do so this product

may not function properly and may lead to damage to the product and to other danger.

Speciﬁcations

The kit you purchased may include one or more of the following products:

modletBN: • TE4010: Electrical rating: 120V/15A/60Hz/1875W

• TE4011: Electrical rating 120V/20A/60Hz/2500W

• TE4013: Electrical rating 240V/20A/60Hz/5000W

• All versions: 13 inch cord either end (26 in total)

• All versions: ZigBee (IEEE 802.15.4) wireless communication

USB Gateway: • ZigBee (IEEE 802.15.4) wireless communication

• Plugs into standard PC/Mac USB port

smartAC thermostat: • ZigBee (IEE 802.15.4) wireless communication

• Power source: 2 AAA Batteries

Important Safety Information:

Use indoors in a dry location. Do not use this product in connection with critical care equipment

(i.e. life-support systems). Contains non-user serviceable parts; do not open. This is a live AC

outlet, even when the modlet is in an “off scheduled mode”. This product is not a toy. Do not

allow children to operate it. The modlet TE4010 is not intended for use with loads rated above 15

Amps. The modlet TE4011 and modlet TE4013 are not intended for use with loads rated about 20

Amps. Do not “daisy-chain” the modlet. Only plug the modlet into a duplex outlet or a grounded

extension cord with the same rating as your modlet. In an over current condition or if the modlet

is plugged into an old and/or damaged socket the modlet and socket temperature may increase

substantially. Unplug the modlet and appliances immediately and discontinue use. You should

contact a qualiﬁed electrician to inspect and/or replace the outlet. Connecting a modlet to an

improperly grounded outlet will void all warranties. UL 916/4989/94 listed

Regulatory Information:

Installation and use of this device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included

in the user documentation provided with the product or at www.thinkeco.com. Any changes

or modiﬁcations made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer

may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. ThinkEco will assume no liability for any

damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply with these guidelines.

Note: USA-FCC (Federal Communications Commission) statement

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

Note: FCC Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digi-

tal device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment

For more troubleshooting information, call the modlet tech support center at 1-800-682-0152

or email: support@thinkecoinc.com. You can also visit www.coolnycprogram.com for more

information about the program.

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