Quick specs
What’s in the box
- 1 × Flap Controller PLC v2 unit
- 1 × 12V DC power adapter (1.5A)
- 1 × RF433 remote (4-button)
- 1 × Quick-start card
Tools you’ll need
- Phillips screwdriver
- Wire stripper
- Multimeter (recommended)
- A phone or laptop on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Step-by-step installation
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1
Unbox & inspect
Open the package and check for visible damage.
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2
Choose installation location
Mount inside a dry, ventilated enclosure. Leave 10 mm clearance around the labelled terminals.
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3
Mount the unit
Use the mounting holes, or clip onto a 35 mm DIN-rail. Same footprint as v1.
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4
Switch off mains power
Important, isolate the 230 V circuit before wiring either relay output.
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5
Connect 12V DC input
Wire the supplied 1.5A adapter to V+ and GND. Polarity-protected.
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6
Wire the loads
v2 has two independent relays: CH1 COM/NO and CH2 COM/NO. Keep each channel under 2 A.
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7
Power on & check LEDs
PWR LED solid; WIFI LED blinks during hotspot mode. CH1/CH2 LEDs show relay state.
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8
Join the device hotspot
Connect to
apiHW-FlapV2-XXXXon your phone, no password in setup mode. -
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Open the web interface
Visit
http://192.168.4.1in your browser. -
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Configure your Wi-Fi
Enter your Wi-Fi credentials. The unit reboots and joins your network.
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11
Pair the RF remote
Hold PAIR for 3 s, then press any button on the remote within 10 seconds. Assign each remote button to CH1 or CH2 from the web UI.
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12
Test both channels
Toggle CH1 and CH2 from the web interface and the remote. Verify each load activates independently.
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13
Enable OTA updates (optional)
In Settings → Firmware, enable automatic OTA updates so the unit stays on the latest firmware.
Safety & precautions
- Always isolate the 230V circuit before wiring.
- Only a qualified electrician should perform mains-side wiring.
- Each channel is independently rated for 2A, do not bridge them.
- Keep the unit dry; rated for indoor use only (IP20).
- Do not open the enclosure while powered.
Troubleshooting
Can I use v2 to replace a v1 in an existing install?
Can one button on the remote control both channels?
OTA update failed mid-way, what now?
Still need help?
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