How To Get Started With Alertify (with video)

How To Get Started With Alertify (with video)

Thanks for signing up with Alertify!

Watch the easy-to-follow video guide below



We are excited to help you prevent what you can't predict.

Step 0: Before we get started, here are a few things to do…


Pre-requisites: 
  • Make sure you have your Wi-Fi network and password information written down.
  • Create an account on the Alertify dashboard. Once you've done this, keep your login information written down and nearby. You’ll need this information later on.
  • To ensure the most effortless possible setup, open the Wi-Fi settings on your phone or laptop, click on your WIFI, and turn off "Auto-Join." This is a step that can be easily reversed.
  • Finally, during your set-up avoid switching between windows or tabs, to ensure a seamless set-up process. 

Step 1a: Setting up Alertify using the Alertify: Property Monitoring app (for iPhone users only)

Now that you're familiar with the necessary preparations, let's get started with setting up your device.

  1. Find your Alertify dashboard login information. Then download the free Alertify: Property Monitoring app available on the App Store for all iPhone users. Don’t have an iPhone? Follow the steps in the section below.

  2. Locate your Wi-Fi information and password that you wrote down earlier. Then, plug in your Alertify device.

    • TIP: Not sure about the best place to plug in your Alertify device? We have found users have the most success when they use their devices in common room areas.

  3. Make sure you have your Wi-Fi information and Alertify dashboard login information.
    Now open the Alertify: Property Monitoring app. Then click on the menu bar - the three horizontal lines in the top left corner “    ☰”. Then click on the “⨁ Add new device” tab and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.

  4. Please note that the mobile app is designed exclusively for the initial setup process, as well as for receiving push notifications and monitoring ongoing violations and reports in the future. After your device is configured, you'll need to access the Alertify dashboard at https://dashboard.alertify.io/ via a browser on your phone or laptop to continue managing your device. Once your device is connected to your home Wi-Fi, go to your Alertify dashboard and navigate to the "devices" section. Your device will appear under the list "Unassigned Devices." You may see your device come up as "Offline." After a few moments, it will show as "Online."

  5. Head to the “Step 2” section of the article to continue setting up your device.



Step 1b: Doing the setup on mobile without the app? Watch the mobile setup guide below



Now that you've completed these steps let's start setting up your device.
  1. Find your Alertify dashboard login information, grab your phone or laptop, and head to your Alertify dashboard.
  2. Locate your Wi-Fi information and password that you wrote down earlier. Then, plug in your Alertify device. After doing this, open the WIFI settings on your phone or laptop and look for "Alertify AP".
    • TIP: Not sure about the best place to plug in your Alertify device? We have found users have the most success when they use their devices in common room areas.
  3. Make sure you have your WIFI information and Alertify dashboard login information. Then, open a new browser window and go to 192.168.4.1 or simply scan the QR code at the back of your Alertify device box. From here, follow the setup instructions on the screen to complete your device setup.
  4. Once your device is connected to your Wi-Fi, go to your Alertify dashboard and navigate to the "devices" section to make sure your device has been registered on the dashboard. Your device will appear under the list "Unassigned Devices." you should see your device come up as "Offline." After a few moments, it will show as "Online."


Step 2: Now that you’re all setup and your device is online, you’ll need to assign it to a building and a unit


1.  To do this, head to your dashboard's “manage buildings” section. Click ‘new buiding’ and complete your building's basic information. Once you have added the necessary information, make sure you click the “save building” button in the top right-hand corner of your screen.



2. Once you have added your building, head to your dashboard's “units” section and click the blue “new unit” button in the top right corner; then, enter the necessary information and remember to click the blue “Save Unit” button in the top right-hand corner.



3. Once you have added your building and unit to your dashboard, you can assign your device to your building’s unit. To assign your device, you will need to open the “devices" tab on the left-hand side. Under the “unassigned devices” heading, you should see the name of your device. On the right of your device’s name, click the “Assign To Unit” button. In the pop-up list, click on the unit you would like your device assigned to, then click “Assign To Selected Unit.” Your device’s name will now appear underneath the “assigned devices” heading.



4. Now that you have added your building and unit to your dashboard, you can customize your notifications and violation thresholds. To do this, ensure you are in the “units” tab of your Alertify dashboard. Then, click on the name of the device you would like to update.



Once you have done this, you will be taken to the data section for the unit and device you clicked on. From here, click on “Monitoring Settings” just to the right of the “Data” tab. The monitoring settings on the left-hand side will show tabs for general, noise, smoking, occupancy, and temperature. The violations settings are where you can customize the notifications and thresholds. In the general tab, you can customize your timezone and temperature metric.

5. Once you have completed customizing your monitoring thresholds, it's time to add your phone number and E-mail to receive notifications. To do this, navigate to the left menu and click on the 'Notifications' tab. Here, you will be able to add your E-mail and you will be asked to check your email for a confirmation code. Add the code into the small text box and press 'Confirm'. When you add your phone number, you will also receive a text message from Alertify with a confirmation code. Add the code in the small text box and press 'Confirm'.



Watch the easy-to-follow video guide below



Here are a few things to remember...
  • Your Alertify device is designed for indoor use only.
  • If your unit has a kitchen and your guests cook, the device may read this as indoor smoking. This is especially true if your kitchen is located close to your device.
  • If you need any help setting up your Alertify device, head over to alertify.io/support
Now, you are good to go! From now on, your Alertify device will begin monitoring your unit's noise decibel levels, occupancy, and temperature, detect indoor smoking, and so much more!

Still need help? Reach out to our support team at support@alertify.io 

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