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In this video, Steve provides a comprehensive guide on installing and setting up the Amazon smart thermostat. The process begins with removing the old thermostat, checking the wiring with a voltage detector, and ensuring the power is off at the breaker. Steve advises taking a picture of the old wiring as a reference and carefully matching the wire colors to the provided chart. After securing the thermostat and completing the wiring, he guides viewers through the setup using the Amazon app, including scanning a QR code and connecting to Wi-Fi. The user defines which wires are connected, confirms their system type, and tests the thermostat by turning off other thermostats in the house. They choose to manually set schedules for different times of the day instead of using Alexa's automatic settings. The video concludes with Steve promoting a forthcoming detailed review, thanking viewers, and encouraging them to subscribe and like the video.
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In this part of the video, Steve demonstrates how to install and set up the Amazon smart thermostat. He begins by removing his old thermostat and exposing the wiring, recommending taking a picture of the wiring setup as a reference. He uses a voltage detector to verify if any wires are hot, then turns off the power at the breaker. Next, he matches the wire colors to the chart provided, plugs them in, and secures the thermostat using a single screw. After wiring everything up and powering on the thermostat, he proceeds with the setup through the Amazon app, guiding viewers on how to complete the installation.
00:03:00
In this segment, the user adds and sets up an Amazon thermostat. They begin by scanning a QR code on the thermostat and connecting it to their Wi-Fi network. The thermostat is then assigned to the master bedroom group. The user inputs which wires are connected and verifies the system as a forced air system powered by natural gas. They turn off other thermostats in the house to test the new one, confirming the heat and fan activation. The user opts to set up a daily schedule rather than using Alexa’s automatic settings. They configure their schedule for different times of the day, such as when they’re home, away, or asleep. The setup concludes with a brief overview of using the thermostat’s features.
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In this part of the video, the speaker mentions that a separate review video will cover more details about the thermostat. They encourage viewers to subscribe for more content and to give the video a thumbs up if they found it helpful. The speaker also thanks the audience and signs off, indicating they’ll see them in the next video.