Drayton Wiser
Background
The Drayton Wiser heating system allows users to control their heating and hot water systems via a mobile app.
There are 3 different kits depending on a household’s needs:
- Smart thermostat kit 1 – uses one channel to control heating. This is ideal if there is e a combi boiler.
- Smart thermostat kit 2 – uses two channels to control heating and hot water. This is ideal if there is a conventional heating system.
- Smart thermostat kit 3 – uses three channels to control heating in two zones and hot water. This is ideal if the dwelling has two heating zones.
The system includes smart radiator valves, room thermostats, and a central hub that can be used to set schedules and control heating remotely. The Wiser heating system also integrates with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, allowing users to control their heating with voice commands.
Drayton Wiser also offers a range of other smart home products, including smart lighting, smart plugs, and energy monitoring devices. The company’s products are designed to be easy to install and use, with no need for professional installation.
How to install
The installation process for Drayton Wiser products may vary depending on the specific product you are installing, but generally, the following steps can be taken:
- Choose the location for your product: Depending on the product, you may need to choose a location to install it. For example, if you’re installing a Wiser heating system, you may need to choose a location to install the hub, room thermostats, and radiator valves.
- Install the hardware: Once you’ve chosen the location for your product, you can start installing the hardware. The installation process will vary depending on the specific product you are installing, but in general, you may need to use screws or adhesive to attach the product to the wall or other surfaces.
- Connect to power: Many Drayton Wiser products require power to operate. You may need to plug the product into a power outlet or wire it into your electrical system.
- Connect to the internet: To control your Drayton Wiser product remotely, you’ll need to connect it to the internet. Depending on the product, you may need to connect it to your home Wi-Fi network or use an Ethernet cable to connect it directly to your router.
- Download and set up the app: To control your Drayton Wiser product remotely, you’ll need to download and set up the Wiser app. The app is available for iOS and Android devices and can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play.
- Follow the on-screen instructions: Once you’ve downloaded the app, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your product and connect it to the app.
- Test your product: Once you’ve completed the installation process, test your Drayton Wiser product to make sure it’s working properly. You can use the app to control your product and make sure it’s responding as expected.
How to operate
Operating Drayton Wiser products can be done using the Wiser app on your smartphone or tablet, or through voice commands using Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Here are the basic steps for operating Drayton Wiser products:
- Download and open the Wiser app: To operate your Drayton Wiser products, you’ll need to download the Wiser app from the App Store or Google Play. Once you’ve downloaded the app, open it and sign in to your account.
- Connect to your products: The app will automatically detect your Drayton Wiser products that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network or hub as your smartphone or tablet. Once detected, you can start controlling your products through the app.
- Set schedules: You can set schedules for your Drayton Wiser heating or lighting products using the app. For example, you can schedule your heating to turn on or off at specific times of the day or week, or set your lights to turn on or off at specific times.
- Adjust settings: You can adjust the settings for your Drayton Wiser products, such as temperature or brightness, using the app. You can also control individual rooms or products separately, or group them together to control them simultaneously.
- Use voice commands: If you have Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, you can use voice commands to control your Drayton Wiser products. For example, you can say “Alexa, set the living room temperature to 21 degrees” to adjust your heating or “Hey Google, turn on the kitchen lights” to control your lighting.
Overall, Drayton Wiser products are designed to be easy to operate and offer a high level of customization and control for your smart home.
Video
How to install
This is quite a long video, but is very informative and well presented, so it is worthwhile watching if you are considering installing the Drayton Wiser System.
How to operate
The Drayton Wiser system has been designed to be as intuitive as possible. Here is a video to provide you with a background about how it works…