How to Set Up a Smart Home Device on a 2.4 GHz Network

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Security & Smart Home IQ

Күн бұрын

Setting up a smart home device can be either really easy or really frustrating. And if you have a device that requires a 2.4 GHz-band connection, you may have run into a problem, especially if your router automatically defaults to a 5 GHz. If that's the case, there's a quick workaround for getting your devices to connect on the 2.4 GHz band, you just ... position the device correctly! All you need is, literally, to stand in the right place. It might take an extension cord, but once you know the trick, connecting your smart home devices will be a cinch.
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@sarahtutty3179
@sarahtutty3179 Жыл бұрын
I cannot tell you how greatful I am to have found your video, it kept me from going completely insane. I swollowed my pride and went and sat in my driveway to set up a pet feeder while fielding questions from my curious neighbors. It worked and that is all that matters to me at this point. The fact that I had to resort to that in 2023 blows my mind, why are they still running shit on 2.4ghz if we can't even select it!
@Sunshine-rk5zl
@Sunshine-rk5zl 9 ай бұрын
That's hilarious
@aliqureshi3649
@aliqureshi3649 5 ай бұрын
You should listen to the first 15 seconds of the video, the 2.4 Ghz has a longer and stronger signal strength. A 5 Ghz chip is high in speed but with shorter signal coverage.
@starr2861
@starr2861 4 жыл бұрын
Simply the best way to get the 2.4ghz , I was about to return my smart light bulbs. Thank you 🙏
@ReviewsOrg
@ReviewsOrg 4 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: I DID rage-return a few bulbs the first time around. Then the light went on (so to speak) in my head, and I re-bought them to try this trick.
@donouellette14
@donouellette14 3 жыл бұрын
I have a smart home would over 45 wireless 2.4 G devices and it seems that I only can connect so many devices on my 2.4 G network do you have a solution to this, how can I increase the number of devices that utilizes 2.4 G.
@la196
@la196 3 жыл бұрын
@@donouellette14 I always thought a duel band router would allow you to connect your devices to either band or both independent of each device at the same time?
@TeriyakiDior
@TeriyakiDior 3 жыл бұрын
@@ReviewsOrg My Phillips light bulbs work via WiFi and Alexa.. does that mean I’m on 2.4ghz WiFi?
@TheRugmaven
@TheRugmaven 3 жыл бұрын
@@ReviewsOrg kQ
@marymcgowan3863
@marymcgowan3863 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant after 4hours trying to sort our Christmas lights we were about to pack them up and send them back because thought the plugs were faulty 🙈, thanks a million very happy now sorted the problem in 2minutes thanks to you
@NameRequiredSoHere
@NameRequiredSoHere 3 жыл бұрын
I admire your persistence in setting up 10 (TEN!) bulbs this way. I use technology for convenience. This isn't convenient for me. It's bad enough having to do it once, but if I have a rolling black out or something I'll have to repeat the procedure. I now appreciate how wonderful it is to simply flip a switch and have something work.
@amanmehra2560
@amanmehra2560 2 жыл бұрын
No If u face electricity issue thr is no problm... It will not reset... It will reset whn u on off 3 times continuosly..... No worries.. Its a one time thing
@whistlebloer8254
@whistlebloer8254 2 жыл бұрын
My problem is hooking up my security cameras mounted permanently up high on the walls and ceilings around the house. I have new upgraded spectrum wifi6 with auto switching. The technician actually asked me to do the same thing which is just not possible to do. Maybe he watched this video. Programming smart switches and plugs that require your phone to be on 2.4 ghz is another issue. Your phone automatically defaulted back to 5ghz if your plugs have to be close to the router while doing programming.
@tyronecharizard363
@tyronecharizard363 Жыл бұрын
Thanks ima go to the other side of my house in my old room at 12 am and do this 4 times
@jasonswift7098
@jasonswift7098 Жыл бұрын
Mate get the point and tell us how
@pkp6791
@pkp6791 3 ай бұрын
Exactly!!!?
@nickjames6282
@nickjames6282 Ай бұрын
1:45 explains how to 😅
@hazeleyezluv
@hazeleyezluv Ай бұрын
I was hitting the fast forward button so hard. 😂
@dwayneflax2304
@dwayneflax2304 Күн бұрын
😂😂
@wadenash8088
@wadenash8088 2 жыл бұрын
Although the video didn't fully solve my problem in itself, it did get me going along the right track. I was trying to set up a hot water smart-switch which was fixed, as was my WiFi router - so it was not really possible to move either to force a 2.4GHz connection. After seeing the video and realising I needed to weaken the signal in order to force the devices to connect i simple wrapped a double layer of aluminium foil around the switch, which had the effect of reducing the signal strength sufficiently. Thank you for your help - I doubt I would have solved the problem without it.
@fadisuleiman7130
@fadisuleiman7130 3 жыл бұрын
In my case, the security cam that comes on the flood light was already mounted and connected to power within the 5 GHz zone or bubble so I could not move it further from the router. Alternatively, I bundled the router up in a thick blanket and put it inside a cabinet, and that simply did the job to get the bandwidth reduced to 2.4 GHz where the camera is mounted :) but be careful not to leave the router in the blanket for a long period as it heats up really quick! As a precaution, after the job is done I had to put a small fan in front of the router to cool it off lol
@EbaleyTheRogue
@EbaleyTheRogue 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant solution! After reading this you inspired me to use a large kettle as a sort of makeshift Farady cage. At first it worked too well, but by mucking about with propping various sides up, I got it to destroy the 5 band and allow the 2.4 band to limp the rest of the way, to the far side of the house, where I was able to place the bulb -- that had lost its configuration due to a "brown-out" on/off/on/off sputter -- back on the network in all its generic smart-device glory.
@jeffhalverson5012
@jeffhalverson5012 Жыл бұрын
I have this same problem with a hard wired camera and wrapping the router up in a blanket didn’t work. Still have a non-functioning security camera because it won’t connect.
@twodaend
@twodaend 4 жыл бұрын
🤣 I had to do the same thing with my robot vacuum. I was in the driveway and my neighbor asked what was I doing, I said setting up my robot vacuum 😡. It's 2020, why are devices still only 2.4 GHz.
@MariaLopez-zw2bs
@MariaLopez-zw2bs 3 жыл бұрын
Hi what robot vacuum do you have if you don’t mind me asking
@twodaend
@twodaend 3 жыл бұрын
@@MariaLopez-zw2bs I have an Ecovac Deebot 901
@MattyBeastHD
@MattyBeastHD 3 жыл бұрын
They are lower frequencies for range
@aviatr700
@aviatr700 3 жыл бұрын
...because it's 2020...would you expect anything different this year? Lol
@TeriyakiDior
@TeriyakiDior 3 жыл бұрын
Lolol the emoji was perfect.” 😡”
@nadinechapman5733
@nadinechapman5733 Жыл бұрын
You sir are a genius! I lost nearly 5 hours of my life trying to set up my 5 year old’s Toniebox. Had a eureka moment just as I was about to throw it out the window. Yours was the first video I watched and it fixed everything. Thank you 👍
@DanneyTanner
@DanneyTanner Жыл бұрын
Out the window is were it needed to be to work
@k9spjack
@k9spjack Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!!!! Walking away from the router worked for my RING Camera. I tried everything without success to the point that I was going to throw away my cameras. But Thanks to you, I GOT THEM ALL WORKING!!! You're AWESOME!!!
@michaelmurphy4581
@michaelmurphy4581 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Craig, you are a genius! I spent 2 days trying to set up a security camera until I came upon your video, again thanks!
@mikejones9480
@mikejones9480 4 жыл бұрын
This is absolutely genius. I just purchased a 2.4ghz device and was literally cursing at the box it came in because I thought I would have to go through modifying my existing 5ghz connection. But like the man said just walk away.....I went into my garage, followed same set up process and it connected no problem this time. Thanks man, u just saved me a lot of headache.
@celestewinters6698
@celestewinters6698 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I bought outlet plugs bc I didn't know about light bulbs. The Geek Squad Tech didn't know how to set up the outlet plugs. I swore like a sailor in frustration for 90 mins myself.
@nicholasfrenette6010
@nicholasfrenette6010 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you , would have never thought I had to link my smart lights from my yard lol! SUNCO needs to address this
@DeannaDrick-b2k
@DeannaDrick-b2k 2 ай бұрын
Sir, you are my hero! After hours of trying to get my Roomba connected, your directions were the solution. Can’t thank you enough!
@mitchf3285
@mitchf3285 3 жыл бұрын
Guess my roommate is about to lose wifi in the middle of his zoom class so I can use my lightbulbs Edit: Hes mad
@fadisuleiman7130
@fadisuleiman7130 3 жыл бұрын
LOL
@star..boy.10
@star..boy.10 3 жыл бұрын
Lmao
@kathymasiello3980
@kathymasiello3980 3 жыл бұрын
Lmbo
@anjaliwarland6562
@anjaliwarland6562 3 жыл бұрын
When you say he lost wifi, did you turn the wifi off? I can't seem to get mine working even with this trick 😭
@alrvsmn
@alrvsmn 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks boss....I was trying to determine how to change the frequency for my WiFi to 2.4 Ghz, and I discovered I couldn't change it manually. I even bought a LAN adapter to connect to my laptop and still no luck. Then I came across your video, and man your a genius! However, the bulbs I was trying to set up are the small candelabra bulbs and and I didn't have anything portable to run it. Finally had to run to Home Depot and purchased a bulb and socket set. Luckily it was only like $6. Ran my cord out side and completed the set up for all 6 bulbs. I"m sure my neighbors were wondering what this idiot doing? Oh well, problem solved! Thanks for the tip!
@gaetansimard1594
@gaetansimard1594 3 жыл бұрын
One way to do this without walking outside with your lamp, is to stop your home Wi-Fi router. Set your phone as a hot spot with the same name and pswd of your home Wi-Fi. Connect the device to your phone hot spot (it is 2,4 Gz) with the app. Then stop your hotspot, turn on your home Wi-Fi network and it should work.
@ck-vk6oz
@ck-vk6oz 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you your comment has helped me
@Mereditho324
@Mereditho324 2 жыл бұрын
You sir are a genius
@varnasuresh800
@varnasuresh800 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this idea. As going away from the wifi did not help me. But this did.
@jeffhalverson5012
@jeffhalverson5012 Жыл бұрын
My iPhone doesn’t seem to allow you to change the name of the hotspot. Did you do it on an android?
@gorkips1
@gorkips1 10 ай бұрын
Thanks!!! It worked
@tomboudrot
@tomboudrot 3 жыл бұрын
Okay, can I say that you are a saint? My internet service provider only offers a router that displays one SSID name (supposed to be really smart ... until you need to access the 2.4 GHz band which exists but you can't see it) and, catch this, won't allow you to access the router to separate out the two SSIDs even though that capability is clearly there by the manufacturer's documentation. Duh! But, your suggestions work like a charm. I did the "driveway at a distance" suggestion and realized that both the phone used to program the bulb AND the bulb need to be far enough away to ensure 2.4 GHz access only. But, finding an old cell phone that only accesses 2.4 GHz is brilliant. No more driveway diving. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
@JoelAlmeida_Chaplain
@JoelAlmeida_Chaplain 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve been searching around and breaking my head but you had a great idea! Thanks so much
@pankaj3083
@pankaj3083 3 жыл бұрын
i have never commented anywhere, but had to tell you.... this is the best hack ever...too simple and good. kudos to you man
@susanblossom565
@susanblossom565 2 жыл бұрын
My home WiFi is an Orbi with 2 satellites. I unplugged the closest satellite, and viola, 2.4GHz. Set up the strip light, plugged the satellite back in, and I'm all set. Great trick! Thanks so much.
@williamj1969
@williamj1969 2 ай бұрын
Worked like a champ. Was having an issue connecting a device, unplugged the mesh device closest to the ceiling fan and forced it to connect to the node that was much further away and BAM, connected. Had been monkeying around with that thing for a week.
@cliffsambrook9538
@cliffsambrook9538 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing this video. Thanks to you I was able to connect up a smart dimmer switch that required a 2.4 GHz signal. My router kept defaulting to 5.0 GHz, followed your instructions and got my wifi network to come up with 2.4 GHz. thanks again
@kateferris7608
@kateferris7608 9 ай бұрын
So grateful to you for sharing this technically simple solution! It worked for my 5G doorbell that only wanted to use 2.4gh WiFi. Out in my back garden for the set up worked a treat 😊
@mikem1662
@mikem1662 11 ай бұрын
After a week of just trying to update my new password, I took your advice and it worked immediately, THANK YOU!!!
@AxelUldbjerg
@AxelUldbjerg 11 ай бұрын
If your phone won't connect to the 2.4 channel even if it is active, try to turn off cellular data, phones will sometimes just hop off the wifi if cell data is faster.
@lunarmooner7920
@lunarmooner7920 9 ай бұрын
Bro. Clutch! Just switched providers and thus all the things. Instructions: Get close to router. Solution: Why are you so close to the router!? Went to the furthest corner of the house and connected immediately. You’re amazing. Thanks!
@terisantucci3051
@terisantucci3051 3 жыл бұрын
OMG I was banging my head against the wall trying to to connect my wake up sunrise alarm and saw so much info re making a guest wi-fit, all sorts of different instructions of what to do to get wi-fi from 5 to 2.4 - I spent an hour trying all sorts of frustrating crap. Dude, you are brilliant! Solved my problem - hooked up in the back yard on the deck. DONE!
@danweston8375
@danweston8375 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I have a Deco XE75 mesh and was able to use the GUEST network, change it to 2G only with the same password as my 5G/2G Deco network and my smart device now uses the DECO-2G all the time. Before realizing I could use the GUEST network, I made two networks 2G and 5G with the normal DECO network. It worked to setup the device, but my wife wanted to only have one DECO network, so we changed it back thinking the smart device would connect to the 2G by default. It didn't. So the that's where the GUEST network solution became possible. Whew!
@KMastaFunk
@KMastaFunk 3 жыл бұрын
This video was extremely helpful! I was trying to set up my Merkury wifi smart light bulbs and was getting so incredibly frustrated. Your little trick worked like a charm and my lights are set up and work perfectly! You're a real one for this sir, consider me subscribed and a new fan.
@oceaninmotion8910
@oceaninmotion8910 2 жыл бұрын
I have several 2.4 ghz smart plugs. I cannot, for physical reasons, do as you suggest. Aren't there any 5ghz smart plugs out there that can be set up to connect to my gateway 5ghz router? My apartment is small. I am not techy even if I figured out what the problem was. I just want a better solution than setting everything up outside due to my physical limitations. Thanx.
@DiamondPromotionsATL
@DiamondPromotionsATL 3 жыл бұрын
You're awesome! I've been struggling with this issue for weeks. Bought more thinking I got a bad unit. But you just saved me! Thanks!
@mat1301969
@mat1301969 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this tip, I spent an hour and a half on the phone with eero support who was worthless. For my router that I couldn’t move that was near my ring wired doorbell I just placed a heavy blanket over it to reduce the signal.
@amybogaski9218
@amybogaski9218 2 жыл бұрын
If u were next to me right now, I’d have to kiss u. I’d struggled for a solid few hours last night trying to pair and then trying to understand to 2.4 and 5ghz then trying to rename it and then stuffing up all my other devices linked to my wifi…..pulling my hair out until your video…… Absolutely legendary. Can’t Thanku enough. Definitely have a new subscriber xxxxx
@amandamulvihill1666
@amandamulvihill1666 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this. Have spent hours trying to set up smart plugs since we moved and switched to Optimum's "Smart" wifi which doesn't let you choose, and even after Optimum customer service tried to separate our wifi into two SSIDs, they were both still using 5ghz frequency and I could not connect. But, holding my cellphone all the way at the opposite end of the apartment from the router worked and I was able to get the smart plugs set up on 2.4ghz. When I moved them back to their normal outlets they still worked. Thank you for this advice!
@iris17
@iris17 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip, it's really helpful. And I suggest to buy a 2.4Ghz(no 5Ghz funtion) router for "set up only" for those who are not able to move device far away. I installed a Smart Door Lock!!!! I think it's good for long term use because we are in the world of setting up plenty Smart Home Device.
@rossanne7923
@rossanne7923 4 жыл бұрын
I live in a tiny apartment how am I supposed to get far enough away 🤦🏼‍♀️
@arleneroncin2159
@arleneroncin2159 4 жыл бұрын
Extension cord into the hallway? You just have to connect once and can then plug in closer.
@killthetime514
@killthetime514 3 жыл бұрын
Walk out of the house close ur door and start walking far from the house while cheking the signal strength.. it's pretty simple... I too had similar doubts...
@generalsnottyknotty3473
@generalsnottyknotty3473 3 жыл бұрын
@@killthetime514 how to I check the strength
@avatardxful
@avatardxful 3 жыл бұрын
Hi I might be late but use your phone hotspot and get a 2nd android device. Connect to your phone hotspot with the 2nd device, most hotspots are always 2.4hz so use the 2nd device as a remote from the hotspot!
@TeriyakiDior
@TeriyakiDior 3 жыл бұрын
Lmaooo same....
@jodumbletonindependentscen9107
@jodumbletonindependentscen9107 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Spent way too much time faffing with these blasted plugs and your advice worked!
@livelifelbw
@livelifelbw 3 жыл бұрын
This worked on the plugs? I thought the plugs had to be in place, can you elaborate more on how u got the u Plugs hooked up? Outside then bring them back in🤔 Thanks!
@dannybishop68
@dannybishop68 Жыл бұрын
Thanks to this video I was able to connect my smart lights. Thanks
@foopiez
@foopiez Жыл бұрын
lived in a small apartment and had to set it up in the kitchen while the microwave was on 😂😂
@alicerussell2752
@alicerussell2752 2 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU THANK YOU!! Initially was able to set up pet feeder but unplugged to change batteries and then couldn't get connected back to WIFI. Took to work and was able to connect so knew it was my setup. Took it to the backyard and YAY! was able to connect.
@wayneyendle813
@wayneyendle813 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic, been trying for ages to connect my Wi-Fi plugs with no luck!!! I stumbled across your video and tried your suggestion and now Alexa is controlling my home!!!!! Many for the information, it's greatly appreciated. Take care 👍
@grantmail4112
@grantmail4112 Ай бұрын
Wow.. I didnt think this was going to help...but it worked 1st time...what a life saver! thank u.
@darrengibson2508
@darrengibson2508 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, i am trying to connect smart down lights through an app on my phone. I understand your process but how do i know when i am far enough away that my phone will be connected to wifi on 2.4ghz and not 5? Thank you
@R6Seagull
@R6Seagull 8 ай бұрын
So funny how this works so well 😂. Walked into my driveway with a lamp and and my mom was watching me thinking it wasn’t going to work. But it actually did worked to my surprise.
@PercivalFromWales
@PercivalFromWales 2 жыл бұрын
One piece of information was particularly helpful; that the change to 2.4 was only needed to connect my device and that, once it is connected, you can go back to 5. I achieved that result by making online adjustments to my modem, but that nugget of information helped. So, all the way from the Netherlands: thank you, Sir!🇳🇱
@Level1Hera
@Level1Hera Жыл бұрын
This should be pinned. Important info that I was looking for. Great and helpful video too!
@JudgeDredd1946
@JudgeDredd1946 3 жыл бұрын
I have an old Netgear 2.4 GHz wifi extender that I plugged in and connected all my lights to that. My ring doorbell was having distance connection issues with the 5 GHz, so connected it to the extender as well. Everything is working perfectly.
@danosmore9454
@danosmore9454 2 жыл бұрын
Dude your awesome I almost broke this expensive device 4 hours trying to figure it out just went outside like you said and it started working excellent 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@brycetonner6003
@brycetonner6003 3 жыл бұрын
Camera set up with in 2min after watching this video. Thank you keep up the good work
@patrickramsey7854
@patrickramsey7854 2 жыл бұрын
After 1 hr and then watching your video I went on my deck and connecting my light all thx to your great advice
@jackieward7959
@jackieward7959 Жыл бұрын
Many thanks used this, today to set up my door camera, I'm not tech savvey and a 76yr old female, so if I found your advice easy to follow anyone can. Again thanks
@vanessamarie5333
@vanessamarie5333 3 жыл бұрын
OMG thank you so much I was about to smash my lightbulb thank you for saving the day I will set this up tomorrow and try again
@RunningPure
@RunningPure 9 ай бұрын
Amazing advice, even years after your video, it still works! Thank you & Merry Christmas!
@DiegoVargas3773
@DiegoVargas3773 2 жыл бұрын
Omg thank you so much. I’ve been having these led lights for about 2-3 months and I’ve just now gotten them to work
@mariaotero7383
@mariaotero7383 9 ай бұрын
Cannot tell you how happy I am I found this video 😮
@joshuatamayo6151
@joshuatamayo6151 2 жыл бұрын
no wonder i recognize this guy's voice, this guy is one of the legenderium dudes. loved their podcast on the Lightbringer Series
@jillpcarroll
@jillpcarroll 6 күн бұрын
Perfect - I’ll just take my California King smart Sleep Number bed out into the driveway to set up! 👌
@Richie016
@Richie016 4 жыл бұрын
Smart home is the new convenient way to use tech enabled lifestyle at home. liked this vid!
@CapnCavMan
@CapnCavMan 3 жыл бұрын
The easiest way I found was to use an old phone if you have one laying around. The older ones will only connect to 2.4GHz, which allows it to work perfectly. Good luck!
@mobomobile
@mobomobile 2 жыл бұрын
thank you C Cav, it worked right away. we've been trying to set up our smarthome and had trouble with the doorbell camera (hardwired) and our garage door opener. they just wouldn't connect to our cox panoramic. we had 3 different ADT techs go and none could get them to work, they said they were doing their part and our internet was our responsibility. so like you say, i used my iphone xs' hot spot with the same name and pw of our 2.4ghz on our cox panoramic, it took me less than 5 minutes to do both devices. thank you very much once again.
@CapnCavMan
@CapnCavMan 2 жыл бұрын
@@mobomobile That's great news! Glad it worked! Sometimes the old tech works like a charm and you shouldn't get rid of it.
@TheJwilb3
@TheJwilb3 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Worked great for my Coredy r580…I went down one level in my building and it worked!
@federicoribes7687
@federicoribes7687 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother! I had to return some smart plugs and then I had the same problem with the new ones. I followed your instructions and it was super easy to made them work
@dukeufoil
@dukeufoil 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!!! I was about to discard the plugs I was flustered trying to set them up. Thank you!!!
@clayc124
@clayc124 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! I will try this tomorrow. Been trying unsuccessfully to connect some 2.4G security cameras and have been pulling my hair out.
@anthonyyacobozzi5405
@anthonyyacobozzi5405 4 жыл бұрын
This is the FIX/Workaround when setting up Toucan/Arlo security cameras, doorbells.. We just wanted you to know, how much your appreciated...
@algrudenich1827
@algrudenich1827 4 ай бұрын
You can go into your router/ modem settings and split the network also. I had to do that with my cameras and Blink doorbell
@lashundacaramel1072
@lashundacaramel1072 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I finally set my smart lights up thanks to your video!
@viv.incanada2076
@viv.incanada2076 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! It worked for the lamps and outlets. Didn't have to go outside the house, hust took everything to the basement and had those linked from the farthest corner where the 5ghz signal was weaker. The only thing I am stlill to reset is the Shark robot vacuum cleaner. I have to find out how to reset first. Thank you !
@MrLionfox
@MrLionfox 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you men!! This issue really got under my skin.
@cnetbuild
@cnetbuild 3 жыл бұрын
I bought a 2.4ghz WAP, gave it the same SID and password, and I set it next to the device I'm configuring. Works almost every time, but it is VERY frustrating.
@fredriksjodin83
@fredriksjodin83 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, great tip. I tried that but it wouldn't work. If I was standing too far outside... so that my wifi signal showing 1 out of 3... it didn't detect my device sitting inside the house. And if I moved closer, it would jump up to a higher/better signal again, still not working to connect. Does this mean that I have to bring the actual lamp with the light bulb with me outside to connect with it, while on a lower signal? Thx in advance man! :D Really appreciate it.
@texasgal3001
@texasgal3001 2 жыл бұрын
Thx. You confirmed I'm on the right track trouble shooting setup of a wired Arlo smart door bell. It is too close to my Google router which doesn't have a switch from 5 to 2.4ghz. So, I need to block it to force a 2.4ghz signal during set up. 👍
@RIGIBBONS
@RIGIBBONS 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This problem has driven me mad and wasted hours, days and WEEKS of my time! It's also given me the screaming abdabs. Of course--I really should have thought of this. THANK YOU!
@101KANDYCANE
@101KANDYCANE 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you thank you i was so mad i couldn’t get it then my son went outside and bam it worked ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@carlosxramirez
@carlosxramirez 3 жыл бұрын
This video has helped me so much, but it’s so annoying we have to do this.
@jodio576
@jodio576 3 жыл бұрын
Worked like a charm for a fragrance diffuser I ordered from Alibaba. Thank you!
@scottwaller8822
@scottwaller8822 4 жыл бұрын
I’m going far away from my router and setting it up out there but it won’t work what am I doing wrong
@G_RAThbun
@G_RAThbun 3 жыл бұрын
I purchased a box of these 2.4 gigahertz smart plugs was getting ready to toss them out and buy something else. I'm going to try your easy fix with a hundred foot extension cord and see if that works. Thanks for your information
@bobbymateev6300
@bobbymateev6300 3 жыл бұрын
All you need to do is take your phone outside till it switches to 2.4GHz. Keep the lights inside.
@Tmlatyoutube
@Tmlatyoutube 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I was really lucky as I could swap the wifi on my phone from our Mesh to the original router and it must have linked to the 2.4 as they finally linked.
@bobbymateev6300
@bobbymateev6300 3 жыл бұрын
You don't have to take the lights or the device you are setting up out in the driveway. Just take your phone to a spot where it uses 2.4GHz band, the device(s) can be inside where they need to be. The devices use 2.4GHz anyway.
@aparajith1159
@aparajith1159 Жыл бұрын
Hello Bobby. Have you actually tried this? I have a smart switch right next to my router and can't take it far away..
@FuzzyElf
@FuzzyElf Жыл бұрын
​@@aparajith1159 It is explained in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gICxnn2eiMSlf80 The smart devices can only connect to 2.4ghz network, so you just need to get your phone on that same low-frequency, long-range network. There are other ways, but walking outside is a simple method that is low-tech and easy to to do.
@aparajith1159
@aparajith1159 Жыл бұрын
@@FuzzyElf - Thanks for the response. This method didn't work for me because mine is a Kasa smart dimmer switch which also requires the phone to be in close proximity to the switch in addition to both being on 2.4 Ghz. What worked for me is I had an old router lying around that actually has a 2.4 Ghz. I set that up with the same SSID and successfully setup the switch.
@sharylknece992
@sharylknece992 9 ай бұрын
Just tried this with my doorbell cam. No luck. Doesn't always work.
@RebelleFlo
@RebelleFlo Жыл бұрын
You Sir deserve a medal 🎉🎉🎉🎉
@sumitbhanote8450
@sumitbhanote8450 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been having problems with my nest protect. I was going to buy a dual band router and split the bands up, but this may just work. Will try this tomorrow!
@deborahbarrett593
@deborahbarrett593 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you almost gave up on setting up video door bell, all done thanks to you xx
@isabeaureyes8293
@isabeaureyes8293 4 жыл бұрын
I’m one of those people who was clueless haha. I was trying to connect my Gosund Devices and it required 2.4GHz
@maxcrosbyvevo
@maxcrosbyvevo 3 жыл бұрын
What did you do to make work? I have Gosund to and am still wondering what to do?
@itsxkay355
@itsxkay355 3 жыл бұрын
yes please help
@avatardxful
@avatardxful 3 жыл бұрын
Hi I might be late but use your phone hotspot and get a 2nd android device. Connect to your phone hotspot with the 2nd device, most hotspots are always 2.4hz so use the 2nd device as a remote from the hotspot!
@chelseaash3692
@chelseaash3692 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds weird cuz I don’t know ya but I LOVE u for making this!!! Saved me from spending more money! 👏💯 stay blessed!
@53Oldude
@53Oldude Жыл бұрын
I already understand the concept, My problem, installing a new printer, I have a real computer not a lap top .... Kind of hard to move them both out to the back yard? What next?
@sunshine43537
@sunshine43537 4 жыл бұрын
ugh this is going to be a pain. all my smart plugs stopped working 3 weeks ago!!
@ValAJones
@ValAJones 3 жыл бұрын
OMG 😲 MANY THANKS 😊 🙏 💕 Been at trying to set up a irobot mop for hours 😅
@voiceofmass2017
@voiceofmass2017 2 жыл бұрын
hay there i have a wifi camera works as same principal. now suddenly its not working anymore should i use the distance trick that you shown
@kenyattaclay7666
@kenyattaclay7666 4 жыл бұрын
Can you please mute the command word as to not set off devices.
@legal60luv79
@legal60luv79 2 жыл бұрын
Hello I watched your video but I still was not able to get it right. I have a outdoor camera and need to change the ghz from 5 to 2.4 in my iPhone 8. I went into settings and was not able to get it right. Can you help???!
@carolcrumley4597
@carolcrumley4597 2 жыл бұрын
I have a Dyson air filter cooling & heating device that requires 2.4, but my Spectrum router & modem are 5.0. - so I assume my Dyson has to be plugged in in order to finish set up. Do I have to find a way to get it plugged in? I live out in the country .
@alangreen5183
@alangreen5183 2 жыл бұрын
Will the smart bulb work on an outside wall light that's on a timer and switch itself on every night ?
@MattM72301
@MattM72301 Жыл бұрын
As I got 2 minutes in I just imagine myself in my driveway like do I really gotta get the extension 🤣
@shebam7246
@shebam7246 6 ай бұрын
So very helpful thankyou. Done in less than 2 minutes!
@TherealadoreJ
@TherealadoreJ 4 жыл бұрын
I’m 13 and have been up all night hope this works
@avatardxful
@avatardxful 3 жыл бұрын
Hi I might be late but use your phone hotspot and get a 2nd android device. Connect to your phone hotspot with the 2nd device, most hotspots are always 2.4hz so use the 2nd device as a remote from the hotspot!
@13beyeker
@13beyeker 2 жыл бұрын
If you have already connected your devices to a dual-band network and then switched/upgraded to a mesh network will they work automatically or will you have to do this trick to reset them up since the net work name will have potentially changed with the router?
@TheVina84
@TheVina84 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, thank you for sharing great tips like this. It's help me to set up my IR remote
@billyromero3450
@billyromero3450 3 жыл бұрын
Trying to set up that exact lightbulb. Got it at Costco lol, I really hope this works
@jerrytraphouse
@jerrytraphouse 8 ай бұрын
You rock, this is the only thing that worked for me..THANKS
@shellyking5438
@shellyking5438 2 жыл бұрын
I have a blurams security camera will this technique work with it too
@ajh916
@ajh916 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought a smart ceiling fan that needs to work on 2.4 ghz. It won't connect. I'm guessing that it is connecting to 5.0. What do I do?
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