Using BluConnect
Connect your TankMate sensor to a WiFi network (v2 / R3)
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Connect your TankMate sensor to a WiFi network (v2 / R3)
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Your phone must have Bluetooth turned ON, as well as Your WiFi network must have .
Make sure your sensor is in the correct mode for BluConnect - see details for , or
On the BluConnect screen - press the button to "Initiate Bluetooth Connection". This will create a temporary bluetooth connection between the phone and the sensor, to allow the phone to send the WiFi credentials to the sensor.
On the next screen:
select the name of your WiFi network and enter the password
Ensure the sensor is still blinking blue slowly
Press "CONFIRM" to send your network details to the sensor
A success message should be displayed in the app after 5-10 seconds. The LED on the sensor will turn a solid light blue (cyan) colour for 5-10 seconds after a successful connection.
Incorrect password - check your WiFi network password
NOTE: WiFi passwords that include the $ symbol are not currently supported by TankMate sensors. We recommend modifying the password, or setting up a guest network with a different password.
Ensure Bluetooth is turned on. If it is, try turn Bluetooth OFF and then back ON. Exit the BluConnect screen and come back in if the issue persists.
Don't use an iPad! These are not always compatible with our Bluetooth (BLE) protocols
Make sure you are close to the sensor (1-3 metres)
Check that you are close to the sensor while completing this process. The temporary Blutooth connection only has a range of a few metres
Ensure the sensor is still blinking (Blue or Purple, depending on model) when the network details are sent to the phone. If not - press the RESET button once (to wake it up) before pressing "CONFIRM".
If you are having difficulty finding the sensor - turn Bluetooth (on your phone settings) OFF and then back ON. Further .
You have enabled Location Services for the TankMate app.
Network error. TankMate sensors can only connect to 2.4GHz networks. Combined 2.4 / 5GHz networks are also supported. Check your network details. .
Check that are turned on
Check that the sensor is in the correct mode for BluConnect - see details for , or