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Ensure that your Wi-Fi socket is connected to the power supply as per 

‘Wiring instructions’ 

(see reverse).

After the initial power up the LED indicator will illuminate with a solid blue light. After a short period of time the indicator will then start to blink and the product will then be ready for set-up
Proceed with your preferred method of connection:

Wi-Fi socket setup instructions:

Wireless setup

There are three installation methods to connect to the Wi-Fi socket;
•  Web browser – Using your computer, smart phone or tablet’s internet browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Internet Explorer).
•  QR code – Scan the QR code to take you directly to the setup page.
•  WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) – One touch setup, no configuration needed.

Web browser setup

•  Connect to a new Wi-Fi network called “BG”. 

(no password is required)

*Note: if the BG network is not showing, please reset the Wi-Fi socket.

•  Enter

 

http://bg.repeater.net

 into your browser search bar.

•  Select the Wi-Fi network to be extended.
•  Enter your Wi-Fi router password.
•  Ensure the tick-box “Set Local & Internet SSID as the same” is ticked.  This will change 

the BG network name to match your current router network name.

•  Click ‘Next’.

*Note: Should you need to change the network encryption mode, choose from 
the drop-down menu. Default is WPA2-PSK. Refer to your router handbook for 
further details.

•  Click ‘Apply’.
•  The Wi-Fi socket will show a solid blue LED, and is now ready to use.
•  Your devices will connect using your existing Wi-Fi network name.

QR code setup

•  On your smartphone or tablet, connect to a new Wi-Fi network called “BG” (no password 

is required).

*Note: if the BG network is not showing, please reset the Wi-Fi socket.

•  Scan the QR code.

•  Select the Wi-Fi network to be extended.
•  Enter your Wi-Fi router password.
•  Ensure the tick-box “Set Local & Internet SSID as the same” is ticked.  
•  This will change the BG network name to match your current router network name.
•  Click ‘Next’.

*Note: Should you need to change the network encryption mode, choose from 
the drop-down menu. Default is WPA2-PSK. Refer to your router handbook for 
further details.

•  Click ‘Apply’.
•  The Wi-Fi socket should show a solid blue LED, and is now ready to use.
•  Your devices will connect using your existing Wi-Fi network name.

WPS (Wi-Fi protected) setup

•  Press and hold the WPS button on your 

router for 5 seconds.

*Note: WPS connection may differ for 
each manufacturer, please refer to your 
router handbook for your specific WPS 
connection method.

•  Press the WPS/RST button once on the 

Wi-Fi socket.

•  The LED will blink orange whilst connecting to your router.
•  Once connected, the LED will light solid blue.
•  Your devices will connect using your existing Wi-Fi network name.

Resetting your Wi-Fi socket:

Turning off the Wi-Fi function 
(holiday mode)

Setup advice & how-to guides

•  Press and hold the WPS/RST button on the front of the Wi-Fi socket for 5 seconds
•  The LED will blink amber/blue and then extinguish.
•  Wait for a blue blinking LED to return
•  Your Wi-Fi socket is now ready to setup

•  Press the WPS/RST button 3 times to turn off the RF (Wi-Fi) signal.  

The LED will extinguish.

•  To turn the functionality back on, press the WPS/RST button 3 times. 

The LED will show solid blue and Wi-Fi connectivity will be restored.

*Note: The 13A socket outlets work independently and are unaffected by 
holiday mode. 

Visit 

www.bgelectrical.uk/wifi

 for additional support.

OR

BG 

My Network

BG 

My Network

LED WI-FI INDICATOR

WPS/RST BUTTON

FAQ’s

The “BG” network is not showing in my list of networks?

 A: Please reset your Wi-Fi socket (Refer to the 

‘Resetting your Wi-Fi socket’

 section) 

then try again.

I can’t see the login page after typing 

http://bg.repeater.net

 in the browser, or by 

scanning the QR code?

A1: Make sure your computer/phone/tablet is connected to the “BG” Wi-Fi network.
A2: Ensure your  Wi-Fi socket is connected to the power and the blue LED indicator is lit.  
Once connected, reset the socket.

How do I reset the Wi-Fi socket?

A: Refer to the 

‘Resetting your Wi-Fi socket’

 section.

My router doesn’t have a WPS button, what do I do?

A: Please use the 

‘Web browser’

 method to setup your Wi-Fi socket.

If you need further assistance you can get in touch with our Technical Helpline on: 

+44 (0)3300 249 279 | [email protected]

Luceco plc

Luceco Distribution Centre

Stafford Park 1, Telford

Shropshire, England, TF3 3BD

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Page 8: ...exisiting Wi Fi network name QR code setup Connect to a new Wi Fi network called BG no password is required Note if the BG network is not showing please reset the Wi Fi socket Enter http bg repeater net into your browser search bar Select the Wi Fi network to be extended Ensure tick box Set Local Internet SSID as the same is ticked This will change the BG network name to match your current router ...

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