Installation & How to use

Welcome — your easyPACK is ready 🎉

Congratulations — with your easyPACK you can increase self-consumption of your solar production and make a simple eco-friendly choice every day.

Quick prerequisites

  • A working Wi-Fi connection and the Wi-Fi password.
  • Port P1 on your electricity meter must be activated — see activation.
  • No technician required. No screwdriver required.

That’s it — you’re ready to install.

1. Installation — quick manual & tips

Top tips

If your smart meter is far from your router (e.g. in a basement), Wi-Fi can be weak. Two options:

  1. (old easyMeter): Power the easyMETER from a nearby USB power source (micro-USB) to improve radio performance.
  2. Or better: use a new easyMETER+ with an Ethernet connection (RJ45) if Wi-Fi coverage is poor — or move your access point closer.

Want to switch easyMETER+ between Wi-Fi and Ethernet firmware or update its firmware? Visit our update page for firmware files and instructions: Firmware & OTA updates.

2. Usage — how it works

Each easyPLUG, easyCOLOR and easyMETER+ has its own configuration mini-APP. Scan the QR code on the device with your phone to open settings and customise rules.

Scan QR code

What you see in the mini-app

  • 01–03 — Home consumption, production to grid, and matching color.
  • 04–05 — Manual ON/OFF for the outlet and the light (easyPLUG = LED, easyCOLOR = multi-color ring).
  • 06 — Smart mode OFF / ON (ON lets the device follow the selected rule).
  • 07 — Smart rule selector (Blue / Green / Yellow / Purple …).
  • 10 — Energy consumed today (with "Blue" this shows free solar energy used).

Color rules (simple)

Color Behavior
Blue (default) Outlet only switches on when there is a solar surplus (free energy).
Green Outlet active when home consumption is less than 1 kW.
Yellow Outlet active when consumption is less than 2.5 kW.
Purple Outlet always active.

Tip: Use Blue for devices you want to run with free solar energy (e.g. chargers, pools, pumps).

3. Configuration & usage examples

easyMETER → P1 digital data

  • Setup: Connect easyMETER to your smart meter P1 port.
  • Mini-app URL: http://easymeter.local
  • No extra settings are required for baseline monitoring.

easyCOLOR — visual monitoring

Place easyCOLORs in visible locations (kitchen, laundry, entrance) to check consumption at a glance and avoid starting big appliances at the wrong time.

easyPLUG — solar charging examples

  • Car (230 V slow charger)
    • 06 (Smart): ON
    • 07 (Rule): Blue (free only)
    • 11 (Min daily charging): 60–300 minutes
    • 13 (Refresh status): 1200 s (avoid frequent on/off)
  • Bikes, e-scooters — same as car but refresh can be shorter (e.g. 300 s).
  • Pool, pump, jacuzzi — 06 ON, 07 Blue; 11 depends on your usage.

Which devices can you use with easyPLUG?

easyPLUG is designed to control plug-in devices and chargers so you can prioritise solar energy. Below are many common examples — grouped by category. Important: always check the device power rating and the plug/charger type before use. If in doubt, consult the device manual or an electrician.

Small electronics & chargers

  • Smartphones, tablets, laptops
  • Camera battery chargers
  • Power banks and USB chargers
  • Bluetooth speakers, radios

Micromobility & transport

  • E-bike chargers (pedelecs)
  • E-scooter chargers
  • Electric skateboard / hoverboard chargers
  • Mobility scooter chargers
  • Portable EV Mode-2 (230V) chargers — use only slow/portable chargers and check compatibility

Home batteries & chargers

  • Battery chargers for power tools (drills, saws)
  • External battery banks and UPS chargers
  • Small DIY battery systems (plug-in chargers)

Garden & outdoor

  • Robotic lawn mowers
  • Pond pumps and fountain pumps
  • Outdoor lighting (plug-in)
  • Electric hedge trimmer / small garden tools (via charger)

Pool, water & heating (plugged devices)

  • Pool pump (check pump rating)
  • Circulation pumps and spa/jacuzzi pumps (plug-in types)
  • Immersion heaters & water heater controllers — only if within plug rating; many are high-power

Home appliances (plug-in / low-to-medium power)

  • Dehumidifiers, humidifiers
  • Slow cooker / sous-vide (check power)
  • Coffee warmers, slow coffee makers (low power models)
  • Fans and small portable heaters (be careful with heating devices)

Workshop & hobby

  • Battery chargers for drills, e-tools
  • Battery chargers for RC hobby (model airplanes, drones)
  • Small compressor (check start/peak current)

Entertainment & office

  • TV, set-top boxes and media players (standby scheduling)
  • Printers, office equipment, routers (manage standby)
  • LED lamps and desk lights

Safety notes:

  • Only use easyPLUG with devices that are plug-in and within the plug's rated current (check the device/plug label).
  • Do not use easyPLUG for permanently mounted or hard-wired high-power appliances (electric ovens, heat pumps, fast EV chargers, etc.).
  • For EV charging, use only portable/slow Mode-2 chargers and verify compatibility; for permanent EV charging installations consult a certified electrician.
  • If a device draws a large start/peak current (motors, compressors), check the manufacturer specs — some devices need special handling.

 

Timers & safety (avoid fast cycling)

13 — Debounce time: If a cloud passes by and you want charging to stop quickly, set 15 seconds. To avoid frequent on/off switching we recommend 180 seconds as a good balance. For electric cars, use a larger value (for example 1800 seconds / 30 minutes).

Wi-Fi signal — simple guidance

If your router or access point is far from the easyMETER, Wi-Fi can be unstable. A practical rule: if the Wi-Fi signal is weaker than −70 dBm you will likely see connection problems — move the device closer to the router or power the easyMETER from a USB cable to improve reception.

Wi-Fi signal illustration

If Wi-Fi remains poor, consider the easyMETER+ Ethernet option or add a small Wi-Fi access point / repeater close to the meter.

Compliance & documents

SIMPLIFIED EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The simplified EU declaration of conformity referred to in Article 10(9) shall be provided as follows:

Hereby, easyNRJ, declares that the radio equipment type easyMETER, easyCOLOR, easyPLUG is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address.

FAQ & support

Check our full FAQ for common questions and troubleshooting: Frequently Asked Questions. If you need personalised help, open a support request from the FAQ page — our team will reply quickly.