How to Add Levoit Smart Devices to Apple HomeKit

1. Visit the AddtoHomeKit Website.
2. Select the Levoit Ecosystem.
3. Choose your preferred Solution.
4. Choose your preferred Operating System.
5. Choose your preferred plugin.
6. Install the plugin.
7. Follow on-screen instructions.

1. Remove the pre-flashed SD card.
2. Place the SD card inside the server.
3. Connect the server to the router with the help of the cord.
4. Turn on the server.
5. With the help of the router, find the IP address of the server.
6. Enter the IP address of the server with port 8581 on your machine.
7. Now enter the standard login credentials.
8. Select the ‘Levoit-plugin’ and download it.
9. Log into the server and do the configuration settings.

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1. Install HOOBS on a Raspberry Pi or any other suitable hardware.
2. Go to the HOOBS dashboard.
3. Visit the Home App.
4. Select "Add Accessory".
5. Next, select the HOOBS server.
6. Scan the QR code displayed on-screen.
7. Finally, follow the instructions on-screen.

1. Install HomeBridge on Mac/PC
2. Install Levoit Plugin
3. Edit the configuration file
4. Start HomeBridge
5. Add HomeBridge to HomeKit
Control Levoit devices on HomeKit

1. Install HomeBridge:

First, you need to install HomeBridge using npm:

Install Node.js > Open the terminal > Type “npm install -g homebridge” 

2. Install Levoit Plugins:

sudo npm install -g homebridge-levoit 

3. Configure HomeBridge:

You need to configure your HomeBridge by editing the config.json file located in the ~/. HomeBridge directory.

    { 
    "platforms": [ 
        { 
            "platform": "Levoit", 
            "username": "YOUR_LEVOIT_USERNAME", 
            "password": "YOUR_LEVOIT_PASSWORD", 
            "devices": [ 
                { 
                    "name": "Your Levoit Device Name", 
                    "type": "YourDeviceType" 
                } 
            ] 
        } 
    ] 
} 
  

4. Start HomeBridge:
5. Add HomeBridge to HomeKit:

Open the Home app on your iOS device. After tap the “+” icon to add an accessory. Then scan the QR code displayed in the HomeBridge console or manually enter the HomeKit setup code.



6. Control Your Devices:

After successfully adding HomeBridge to HomeKit, you can control your Levoit devices via the home app.

General Troubleshooting Tips



1. Device Not Showing in HomeKit
• Check HomeKit Compatibility: Ensure that your Levoit device is officially compatible with HomeKit.
• Network Connection: Make sure both your iPhone/iPad and the Levoit device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. HomeKit requires local network communication.
• Reset HomeKit Setup: If you're having issues, try resetting the HomeKit pairing. In the Levoit app, remove the device and then re-pair it with HomeKit by scanning the HomeKit code again.
• Reboot Devices: Power cycle your router, iPhone, and Levoit device. Sometimes a simple reboot resolves network communication issues.
• HomeKit Update: Ensure both your HomeKit setup and Levoit device firmware are up to date. Check for firmware updates in the Levoit app.


2. Device Not Responding in HomeKit
• Check HomeKit Hub: Make sure your HomePod, Apple TV, or iPad (acting as the HomeKit hub) is connected and functional.
• Re-pair Device: Remove the device from HomeKit and try re-pairing it. Sometimes a fresh pairing resolves communication issues.
• Device Firmware: Ensure that the firmware on your Levoit device is up to date. Check for updates in the Levoit app.


3. Poor Device Performance or Lag
• Check Wi-Fi Signal Strength: Poor performance can be caused by weak Wi-Fi signals. Ensure your Levoit device is within range of your router or consider using a Wi-Fi extender.
• Network Traffic: Ensure that your Wi-Fi network has enough bandwidth. Too many devices on the network may cause performance issues, especially for streaming devices.
• Reduce Video Quality: If experiencing lag, try lowering the video resolution for streaming devices through the Levoit app settings.

HOOBS Troubleshooting

1. Levoit Device Not Appearing in HOOBS
• Check HOOBS Plugin: Ensure the Levoit plugin is installed and properly configured in the HOOBS interface.
• Reboot HOOBS: Try restarting HOOBS from the web interface to refresh device connections.
• API Access: Verify that the Levoit device's API credentials are entered correctly in the HOOBS configuration. Incorrect credentials can prevent communication.


2. Device Not Streaming or Displaying Video in HOOBS
• Network Settings: Ensure both HOOBS and the Levoit device are on the same network. Devices on different networks or subnets may fail to communicate properly.
• HOOBS Plugin Settings: Double-check the settings for your Levoit device in HOOBS. Adjust streaming parameters or tweak the device’s configuration settings in the plugin.


3. Authentication Issues with Levoit Device in HOOBS
• Reauthorize Levoit Account: Ensure your Levoit account has the proper permissions for third-party integration. Re-authenticating in HOOBS may resolve authentication issues.
• Check for Plugin Updates: Ensure the Levoit plugin for HOOBS is up to date. Developers release patches to fix compatibility issues.
• Use Manual Pairing: If automatic setup fails, try manual pairing via HomeKit to see if it resolves the authentication issue.

HomeBridge Troubleshooting Tips

1. Levoit Device Not Appearing in HomeBridge
• HomeBridge Plugin Configuration: Ensure the HomeBridge Levoit plugin is correctly configured. Check your HomeBridge config.json file for syntax errors or missing parameters.
• Reboot HomeBridge: Sometimes restarting HomeBridge resolves device connection issues. Run sudo systemctl restart homebridge in your terminal to restart the server.
• Check Dependencies: Ensure that all required dependencies for the HomeBridge Levoit plugin are installed. Reinstall missing dependencies via npm (Node Package Manager).


2. Video Stream Not Working in HomeKit (via HomeBridge)
• Reconfigure Video Stream Settings: Some HomeBridge plugins require manual adjustments to video streaming settings. Check the HomeBridge documentation for specific settings related to video streaming.
• Network Issues: Ensure both the HomeBridge server and the Levoit device are on the same Wi-Fi network with sufficient bandwidth for streaming.


3. Device Fails to Respond in HomeKit (via HomeBridge)
• Plugin Reinstallation: If the device isn’t responding in HomeKit after integration, try uninstalling and reinstalling the Levoit plugin in HomeBridge.
• Device Power Cycle: Power cycle both the Levoit device and the HomeBridge server to reestablish the connection.
• Update HomeBridge & Plugin: Ensure that both HomeBridge and the Levoit plugin are updated to the latest versions to avoid compatibility issues.

1. Make sure to install the Apple Home App.
2. Tap on the + > Add Accessories.
3. Finally, scan the generated QR Code to add your Levoit.
4. Choose and name your device, set location, and tap Continue.