Smart Control Aquascape

New Wifi Technology Replaces Old

Aquascape released their “Smart Control Line” in 2020, which now replaces all variable speed pumps receivers. All pumps are now controlled via the Aquascape App available for smart phones (IOS and Andriod).

All new variable speed Aquascape pumps come with a smart control receiver. However they do not come with a universal physical remote anymore. You can still purchase a physical remote seperately.

The old style Aquascape pumps (pre 2020) CAN be paired with a new SMART receiver (which gives your you access to the Aquascape App to control it).

All new smart pumps and smart receivers CAN still use the universal remote (black remotes that came with the old style pumps). These remotes can also be purchased newly.

Setting up a new Aquascape Smart Control Receiver – Variable speed pumps

1. The receiver includes a physical toggle switch (bottom of receiver) that allows the pump to be operated in the two modes. Ensure the receiver is set to “O” to use with app or a universal remote control.
   
   O Position 1 – Operated by Aquascape Smart Control App or remote control
   – Position 2 – Bypass control, and operate at full flow-rate

1. Download the Aquascape Smart Control App (available on iOS or Android App Store).
2. Open the Aquascape Smart Control App and click ‘Create New Account’.
3. Click “Add New Device”
4. Enter the Wi-Fi network and password for the network to which the unit will connect (Ex. 5). NOTE: Adequate Wi-Fi coverage is required (2.4 GHz networks supported).
5. Continue to follow on-screen instructions to complete the pairing process.

Pairing a universal remote with an Aquascape smart control receiver

1. The receiver includes a physical toggle switch (bottom of receiver) that allows the pump to be operated in the two modes. Ensure the receiver is set to “O” to use with app or a universal remote control.
   O Position 1 – Operated by Aquascape Smart Control App or remote control
   – Position 2 – Bypass control, and operate at full flow-rate
2. Install batteries
3. Plug the Smart Control Receiver into an outdoor rated GFCI. If the receiver is plugged in and working, unplug the unit and plug it back into the outlet. Complete remote pairing process within 1 minute of connecting the receiver to the power source.
4. Press and hold the “+” and “-“ buttons simultaneously for more than 3 seconds to engage the pairing mode (indicated by flashing numbers on the display of the remote).
5. Once flashing use the “+” and “-“ buttons on the remote to select “2”.
6. After selecting the correct number on the remote, press the power button on the remote to complete pairing the remote to the receiver.

I can’t connect my pump to the app…

The most common issue is poor Wifi signal… click here to find out how to improve your wifi signal…

To test the strength of your network we recommend the app called Wi-Fi Sweet Spots – you will connect to your wireless network, then open this app and place your phone right next to the where the device will be that you are attempting to connect. Typically, we would like to see a reading of over 10 Mbps. If the readings are dropping below 10 Mbps you will have connection issues

• Sweet Spot App Link Apple – Apple Store Link
• Sweet Spot App Link Android – Google Play Link

If the signal is not strong enough you will need to purchase a wireless network extender. There are many options available on Amazon.

You need to be connected to a 2.4Ghz network. 5Ghz networks will not work for our Smart Control Devices.