Internet Connection

All Eyedro products are designed to take advantage of the MyEyedro cloud services – thus requiring an internet connection for all products. There is a small amount of internal memory to store data in the event of a temporary disruption to your internet service.

For most networks, it only requires that you connect the device to the network with a DHCP server somewhere on the network. A DHCP server is enabled on most routers by default and will provide connected hardware with an IP address so they can communicate via the internet.

In some cases, additional security has been added to the local network (firewall, port filtering, etc.) making some additional configuration necessary. A good test would be to plug a laptop or computer into the same Ethernet port that you intend to use for your (wired) Eyedro product, or, if installing an Eyedro Wi-Fi product, provision it to connect to the same Wi-Fi network – if you can open a browser and navigate the web no additional configuration is likely needed.

A couple of important notes:

• Wi-Fi devices utilize the 2.4GHz frequency band. Ensure your Wi-Fi router supports 2.4GHz devices. They will not work on 5GHz only Wi-Fi networks.

• All devices require a DHCP server somewhere on the network.
• If your network does not have a DHCP server, or it is restricted, you may need to reserve an IP address for the device based on the MAC address of the device.
• If you do not have a DHCP server on your network and require static network parameters to be set on your device, contact support for help.
• All devices communicate using port 80 (HTTP) – all communication to/from the device looks like standard web traffic.

• Eyedro Mesh products (ILM.NODE.*) do not communicate using the Wi-Fi protocol. They use a custom wireless protocol between modules and an existing Eyedro Gateway¹ (not included).
• Eyedro Gateway¹ devices require connection to an active Ethernet port on your router, switch, or hub.
• Eyedro Gateway¹ devices ship with Ethernet patch cords (straight-through). Most routers, switches and hubs provide crossover functionality, but some old hardware may not. In those cases, it may be necessary to connect to a specific port or use a crossover cable.
• Eyedro Gateway¹ devices communicate via Half-Duplex 10Base-T. Most routers, switches and hubs provide coexistence, but some may not. In those cases, it may be necessary to configure the connected port appropriately.

¹ Eyedro Gateway devices are sold separately.

Wi-Fi Internet Connection

1. Using a phone, tablet, or computer, disconnect from your current Wi-Fi network.
   • It may be necessary to explicitly deselect ‘auto-connect’. Failing to do so may cause the provisioning device to switch back to its original network during provisioning.
   • If your device has an alternate path to the internet (i.e., cellular), it may be necessary to disable that network connection during provisioning (i.e., turn off cellular).
   • It may be necessary to temporarily disable your virus scanner during provisioning.
2. Using the same phone/tablet/computer, search for available Wi-Fi networks and connect to the Wi-Fi network created by your Eyedro device.
   • The name of the created network will be “Eyedro [xxx-yyyyy]” where xxx-yyyyy matches the serial number of the device.
3. Once connected, you should be automatically redirected to the Eyedro Dashboard page on the Eyedro device.
   • If not automatically redirected to the setup page, try the following:
     • Click ‘Sign in to Eyedro [xxx-yyyyy]’ if presented.
     • Open a browser and enter 192.168.1.1 in the browser URL.
4. Click the Setup Internet Connection button.
5. On the Eyedro Wi-Fi Settings page, select the desired Wi-Fi network from the list.
   • IMPORTANT: If the desired network is not listed, ensure that the Eyedro device is within range of your wireless router and has not been sealed up inside of a metal panel that could affect it’s wireless signal quality.
   • NOTE: If the desired Wi-Fi network is hidden, click the ‘Manual SSID‘ page link at the bottom of the page to be directed to a page where you can enter both the SSID and Password.
6. Enter the password and click Connect.

7. You should see a message popup in the browser window indicating that the command has been sent to the device.
   • {connect: “Command received – Attempting to connect. Please, connect to your original network and visit my.eyedro.com to verify your device is connected and active.”}
8. On successful connection, your provisioning device (phone, tablet or computer) will disconnect from the Eyedro device.
   • The Eyedro device’s network will also no longer appear in your available Wi-Fi networks list.
9. Reconnect your phone, tablet, or computer to your original Wi-Fi network.
   • Don’t forget to re-enable your cellular connection and/or virus scanner if you turned them off during provisioning.

IMPORTANT: If the setup is not successful, the device will recreate its own network and reappear in your available network list. Your device must be connected to the internet before you will be able to claim it on your MyEyedro Account.

Troubleshooting

When applying power to the device it will run through its startup tests. Approximately 10 seconds after power has been applied, the status lights will indicate the status of the communication:

• Red/Green (both) toggle 2 seconds on/off = Not connected.
  • SSID, “Eyedro [xxx-yyyyy]”, should be visible in your available Wi-Fi network list.
• Green toggle 2 seconds on/off = Connected.
  • Device is connected to the provisioned network and should appear as ‘Active’ in MyEyedro.

If the status lights are still not green (connected) after following the procedure, cycle power to the Eyedro device and try the procedure again – carefully following all instructions and notes.

Additional Resources

Wi-Fi setup from a computer – Video

Wi-Fi setup from a mobile device – Video

Wi-Fi setup for Android – Video

Wi-Fi setup for iPhone – Video

Connection How-To – Post

MyEyedro Device Installation – User Guide

eyedro.com/support – General Support

Mesh Network Connection (*.NODE.* Models Only)

All wireless mesh products require connection through an Eyedro Gateway module (sold separately).

Assuming your gateway is already installed and configured correctly, no other steps are required to connect your mesh device to the internet aside from ensuring it is in range of the gateway.

To achieve best performance in wireless mesh installations the following guidelines should be followed:

1. Minimize the number of obstructions between modules where possible (interior/exterior walls, floors, windows, etc.). Line of sight provides the best performance.
2. Minimize the number of 2.4GHz radiators near the modules (Wi-Fi routers, Wi-Fi devices, Bluetooth devices, ZigBee/IEEE 802.15.4 wireless devices or other “smart home” devices).
3. Modules should be secured in position with screws, double sided tape, Velcro tape or by other means. They should not be left hanging from wires because if they are bumped it can affect the signal quality.
4. Keep the area around the Eyedro module free from metallic objects.
5. Do not exceed 31 nodes per 1 gateway. However, for optimal performance, this should be kept below a 15:1 ratio.