The Vitoconnect Wi-Fi communication module serves as a secure interface between the heat generator, ViCare app and Viessmann Cloud for systems without integrated Wi-Fi.
The Vitoconnect* can be installed and commissioned quickly via plug & play:
- Place the Vitoconnect in a dry and frost-proof location next to your heat generator. Please ensure sufficient proximity to the Wi-Fi signal and to the other connected devices (e.g. thermostats in the individual rooms).
- Connect the Vitoconnect to the heat generator using the Optolink cable and to the power supply using the plug-in power supply unit.
Note: As soon as you plug in the power supply unit during initial commissioning, the Vitoconnect's access point mode (commissioning mode) is automatically activated, i.e. it sends out its name as an SSID in order to be able to connect to it. This is indicated by the green LED. Access point mode remains active until the Vitoconnect has been commissioned. You do not need to deactivate access point mode manually.
- If you have not already done so, download the ViCare app directly from Google Play or the iOS App Store to your cell phone or tablet and register as a new user under “Create new account”. Follow the instructions in the app. Here you can find more information about creating a new account.
- Scan the QR code on your Vitoconnect (see following exemplary illustration) so that it can be assigned to your account.
However, you can also register your system manually using the manufacturer data and the ID. - Depending on your smartphone's operating system, the Vitoconnect's Wi-Fi is now set up:
- for Android devices: The connection is established automatically.
- for iOS devices: Close the app and open the device settings. Establish the connection to the “Vitoconnect” Wi-Fi manually and paste the WPA2 password automatically copied to the clipboard. You can now switch back to the app.
- Now connect the Vitoconnect to your home network: Select your Wi-Fi network from the list and then enter your Wi-Fi password. After entering the correct password, the LED
at the top of the Vitoconnect should light up white. This process can take up to 5 minutes. This LED indicates the connection to the WLAN network and then lights up white permanently if the system is working.
- Finally, please follow the further instructions in the app: You will be asked for the location of your system and your personal data and asked to accept the data protection and terms of use.
You can now control your Viessmann heating system via the ViCare app.
Further information:
*The instructions above describe the procedure for Vitoconnect OPTO2. If you want to install the older Vitoconnect version OPTO1, you can find out how to do this here.