Energizer Smart Light Bulb Not Connecting: + Full Set up Guide
Are you having trouble with your Energizer Smart Light Bulb? Are you trying to set up or connect it without success? Don’t fret! This article will help you resolve any issues you may be experiencing.
It can be frustrating when trying to set up your smart bulb without success or attempting to connect it and it won’t work. The good news is that by the end of this article, you’ll be able to quickly and easily get your smart light bulb up and running.
So, lets dive in and get your Energizer Smart Light Bulb back up and running!
How to Setup Energizer Smart Light Bulb With Energizer Connect App
The Energizer Connect App allows you to make modifications and turn your lights on and off remotely and other amazing in-app functions. Follow the steps below to connect your smart bulb to the Energizer Connect App;
Step 1: Download the Energizer Connect App from your mobile device app store, create an account and login with your correct account details. Download Energizer Connect App for Android | Energizer Connect App for iOS
Step 2: Screw in your Energizer Smart Light Bulb into your desired light fixture and make sure it’s switched on and in pairing mode.
Step 3: Tap the “Add Device” button on the homepage after opening the app to add or set up your smart bulb with the app.
Step 4: Enable the required permissions for the app to function properly then tap on “Lightings” to continue the setup process.
Step 5: Connect to your home network and continue other in-app instructions to finish connecting your Energizer Smart Light Bulb to the app.
How to Fix Energizer Smart Light Bulb Not Connecting to Energizer Connect App
Try the troubleshooting tips below to fix your Energizer Smart Light Bulb not connecting to the Energizer Connect App:
- Ensure that your device is connected to a socket that has power. Also, ensure that the bulb is in pairing mode – you can tell if the smart bulb is in pairing mode when the bulb is blinking rapidly. If it doesn’t, reset the bulb and try connecting again.
- Ensure you gave the Energizer app permissions to your location settings. Also, ensure that you’ve turned on Bluetooth and your Wi-Fi connection settings as this helps the app to discover and add your smart bulb.
- Try the other pairing mode. Go back to the Wi-Fi connection page and choose the EZ mode at the top of the page then reset your smart bulb and try connecting again to see if this fixes the problem.
- Maintain a good and stable network connection during the entire setup process. Move your smartphone and Smart bulb closer together and also ensure they are closer to the router.
If none of the tips above helped in fixing the problem, reach out to the Energizer customer support team for further assistance.
How to Connect Energizer Smart Light Bulb to Wi-Fi
To setup your Energizer Smart Light Bulb with your Wi-Fi network, try the following setup steps;
Step 1: Download the Energizer Connect App from your mobile device app store, create an account and login with your correct account details.
Step 2: Screw in your Energizer Smart Light Bulb into your desired light fixture and make sure it’s switched on and in pairing mode.
Step 3: Tap the “Add Device” button on the homepage after opening the app to add or setup your smart bulb with the app.
Step 4: Enable the required permissions for the app to function properly then tap on “Lightings” to continue the setup process.
Step 5: Enter your Wi-Fi name and password and tap “Next”. Ensure that you’re connecting to the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network band.
Step 6: Tap “Next” and then check the “Confirm light is rapidly blinking” option and tap next again.
Step 7: Wait for the Energizer Connect App to scan for your smart bulb, register it on cloud and initialize the bulb.
How to Fix Energizer Smart Bulb Not Connecting to Wi-Fi
If you having issues connecting your Energizer Smart Light Bulb to your Wi-Fi network, try the troubleshooting tips below to fix the problem:
- Check whether your device is powered on and turned on, and make sure that the device is in the right pairing mode. For EZ mode, the bulb should be blinking rapidly while for AP mode, the light should be blinking slowly.
- Make sure that the signal of the network environment where the device is located is strong and stable. Download the Internet Speed Test App, place your mobile phone in the same location as the smart bulb, and then test the Internet upload and download speed at that location
- Ensure you have given the app the necessary permission it needs. If you are using iOS 14 and above, please make sure you have opened the local network permission and wireless data permission of the App.
- Ensure that the DHCP service is enabled for the router. If not, the IP address will be occupied. Furthermore, make sure that broadcasting is enabled for Wi-Fi and is not hidden. Also, you’re trying to connect via the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network band.
- Check whether the Wi-Fi password you entered is correct. Check for spaces before and after the Wi-Fi account or password. Also note that Wi-Fi passwords are case sensitive so, ensure to enter the correct password with the upper and lowercase letters.
How to Set up Energizer Smart Light Bulb With Alexa
To connect your Energizer Smart Light Bulb with Alexa, try the following setup steps:
Step 1: Download the Energizer Connect App from your mobile device app store, create an account and login with your correct account details.
Step 2: Screw in your Energizer Smart Light Bulb into your desired light fixture or socket and make sure it’s switched on and in pairing mode.
Step 3: Download the Alexa app and sign in with your Amazon account details.
Step 4: Open the Alexa app on your phone. After successful login, tap on the menu in the upper left corner of the Home page, select “Settings” and tap “Set Up A New Device” to set up the Amazon Echo.
Step 5: Tap on “Skills” in the Alexa app menu. Then search for “Energizer Connect”. Tap “Enable” to enable the Skill once you’ve found Energizer Connect.
Step 6: Enter your Energizer Connect APP account and password, then tap “Link Now” to link your Energizer Connect account to enable the Skill.
If the connection is successful, you can now control your smart bulb with the Alexa app or using your Echo device. Try saying “Alexa turn on the living room light”.
How to Fix Energizer Smart Light Bulb Not Connecting to Alexa
If you have issues connecting your Energizer Smart Light Bulb to Alexa, try the following troubleshooting tips to fix the problem:
- Ensure that your device is connected to a socket that has power. Also, ensure that the bulb is in pairing mode – you can tell if the smart bulb is in pairing mode when the bulb is blinking rapidly. If it doesn’t, reset the bulb and try connecting again.
- Make sure your Amazon Echo device is powered on and connected to a Wi-Fi network. Connecting to different networks will cause connectivity issues and your smart bulb may not be able to use the Alexa app.
- Ensure to enter the correct Energizer account information while linking the Alexa skill. Using a wrong or different account details would result to connectivity issues and your smart bulb won’t connect to Alexa.
- Check for updates: The Alexa app, device, smart bulb and your mobile device. Check your app store for updates and if you find any, download and update then try reconnecting again.
If the connection is unsuccessful, go over the setup steps again carefully or reach out to the Energizer customer support team for further assistance.
How to Connect Energizer Smart Light Bulb to Google Assistant
To setup your Energizer Smart Light Bulb to work with Google Assistant, try the following setup steps:
Step 1: Complete connecting your smart bulb to the Energizer Connect App and ensure the connection is successful and you can control your smart bulb through the app.
Step 2: Download the Google Home app and sign in with your Google account details and create a new account and log in.
Step 3: On the main page of the Google Home app, tap the sidebar menu in the top left corner and select “Home Control.”
Step 4: Tap the “+” plus sign in the lower right corner and search for “Energizer Connect.”
Step 5: Find Energizer Connect on the list and open it, select the country where your Energizer Connect app account is located, enter your Energizer Connect app account and password, and tap “Link Now.”
Step 6: Enter the Energizer Connect app account and password, then tap “Link Now” to link your Energizer Connect account to the Google Home app.
Step 7: Choose the room where your device is located, and then the skill will appear on the Home Control Devices list. Now you can begin your smart home journey.
Now you can control your smart device with Google Home. With the bedroom light as an example, you can say: “Ok Google, set bedroom light to 50 percent.”
How to Fix Energizer Smart Light Bulb Not Connecting to Google Assistant
If you’re unable to connect your Energizer Smart Light Bulb to Google Assistant, try the following tips to troubleshoot:
- Ensure that your device is connected to a socket that has power. Also, ensure that the bulb is in pairing mode – you can tell if the smart bulb is in pairing mode when the bulb is blinking rapidly. If it doesn’t, reset the bulb and try connecting again.
- Confirm that the Energizer account you’re linking to Google Assistant is correct. The account should be the same as the one registered on the Energizer Connect App for smart bulb to be controlled by Google Assistant.
- Make sure the smart bulb is online in the Energizer Connect App. If not, remove the bulb and connect it back to the app then go over the steps to connect the bulb to Google Assistant.
How to Setup Energizer Smart Light Bulb With Siri Shortcut
To connect your Energizer Smart Light Bulb with a Siri Shortcut, follow these steps:
Step 1: Install the Energizer Connect app installed on your smartphone or tablet. You can download it from the App Store or Google Play.
Step 2: Open the Energizer Connect app and follow the on-screen instructions to set up your Energizer Smart Light Bulb and ensure the connection is successful.
Step 3: Open the Apple Shortcuts app on your iPhone or iPad and tap the “+” icon to create a new shortcut.
Step 4: Tap “Add Action” and then search for “Energizer Connect” and select it from the list of available apps.
Step 5: Select “Set Light Color” or “Set Brightness” then Follow the prompts to choose your smart bulb, and then set the color or brightness level.
Step 6: Once you’ve set up the action, tap “Next” and then choose a name for your Siri Shortcut.
Step 7: Tap “Add to Siri” and record a phrase that you want to use to activate the shortcut with Siri. For example, you could say “Hey Siri, turn on/off the bedroom/Kitchen lights.”
Once you’ve set up your Siri Shortcut, you can activate it by saying the phrase you recorded with Siri, or by tapping the shortcut in the Apple Shortcuts app.
How to Fix Energizer Smart Light Bulb Not Connecting to Siri Shortcut
If you’re experiencing issues with your Energizer Smart Light Bulb not connecting to Siri Shortcut, here are some troubleshooting steps to try:
- Ensure that your Energizer Smart Light Bulb is properly set up and connected to the Energizer Connect app on your iphone or tablet. Additionally, make sure the bulb is turned on and your phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the bulb.
- Ensure that you have the latest version of the Apple Shortcuts app installed on your iPhone or iPad. An outdated app or device may cause connectivity problems while connecting to Siri Shortcuts.
- Ensure that the Energizer Connect app has the necessary permissions to connect to Siri. Go to your iPhone or iPad’s Settings then Siri & Search, and check that the Energizer Connect app is listed under “Shortcuts.”
If the issue persists, can contact the Energizer support team for further assistance.
How to Factory Reset Energizer Smart Light Bulb
To factory reset an Energizer Smart Light Bulb, follow these steps:
Step 1: Turn off the smart bulb and wait for a few seconds.
Step 2: Turn on the light bulb and then off waiting for about 2-3 seconds. Repeat this on/off cycle 5 times until the bulb starts to blink rapidly.
If the bulb starts to blink, it shows the bulb has now been reset to its factory default settings and is ready to be set up again with the Energizer Connect app.
How Long Do Energizer Smart Bulbs Last?
According to Xtreme Digital Lifestyle Accessories, the manufacturers of the Energizer Smart Light Bulb, the smart bulb can last for a very long time when used properly.
Specifically, on 3hours per day usage, the Energizer Smart Light Bulb can last for a period of 13.7 years.
Conclusion
Troubleshooting an Energizer Smart Light Bulb that is not connecting can be a frustrating experience, but by following the troubleshooting tips outlined in this article, you can easily fix the issue.
If everything else fails, reach out to the Energizer support team as they can help with further tips to troubleshoot the bulb or replace the bulb if it is bad or defective.
