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IR AC

This guide explains how to set up a IR AC using the Loft App.

⚠️ Note: To set up a IR AC, the device must already be installed. If don't know how to install a device so click here.

Steps to Setup IR AC​

  1. Open the Loft App

    • Navigate to the Rooms section.

  2. Select a Room

    • Tap on the room where your IR AC is installed.

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  1. Locate the Device

    • Find the IR AC you want to set up.
    • Devices pending setup are marked with a red dot.

  2. Complete Setup

    • Tap on the device to complete the setup.

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  1. Select Your Device
    Two device options will appear:
    • AC Remote
    • Fan Remote
    • Tap on "AC Remote"

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  1. Select Mode for Setup
    Two setup modes will appear:
    • AC Brand List Mode
    • Teaching Mode

Option 1: AC Brand List Mode​

  1. Tap AC Brand List Mode.
  2. Two tabs will appear: Default and Others.

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Default Tab​

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  • Supported AC brand list appears.
  • Tap on your brand.

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  • Configuration screen appears.
  • Point your IR device at the AC and press the Power button on the app to verify response.
  • If verified, the AC Remote Interface will appear.
  • If your compatible brand is not listed under Default, go to Others.

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Others Tab​

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  • A Wi-Fi network input screen appears.
  • Enter:
    • SSID (your Wi-Fi network name)
    • Password (Wi-Fi password)
  • Tap Send.

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  • An extended AC brands/protocol list may appear.
  • Select your Compatible Brand from list.
  • Then Select Remote

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  • If no protocols are available, you may need additional devices such as a Global Cache IR Learner.
  • For more details on how to setup Global Cache click here.

Option 2: Teaching Mode​

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  1. Tap Teaching Mode.
  2. Turn on teaching mode by pressing the center Power button.

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  1. Point your AC remote at the IR device.
  2. Press a button on your physical AC remote.
  3. Verify if the device responds.
  4. Tap Check Detection.
  5. If verified, a confirmation popup appears → tap Confirm.

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Setup Completed​

  • Once configured using either method, your IR AC remote interface will appear.
  • You can now control your AC via the Loft App.

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Notes​

  • Ensure your Wired IR device is installed and powered on before starting setup.