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Smart PIERRE - Electrical Outlet Control

Smart PIERRE - Electrical Outlet Control

5 min read Beginner Updated 2026-11-02
On/Off Electrical Outlet

Description

The Electrical Outlet section of the Smart PIERRE app controls switched outlets. Outlets are available from the Dashboard and from the I/O list.

Control

  • On, Off and Auto buttons on the Dashboard.
  • The outlet can also be switched remotely from the phone, from outside the property.
  • The icon and image change with the current status, so an active outlet is visible at a glance.

Automation

Outlets can be automated and included in scenarios, so a connected device is switched by a schedule, a motion sensor, or another system event. A common use is making sure an appliance is not left running.

Technical Notes

  • Check that the appliance tolerates having its power cut. An appliance that must shut down in sequence, or that loses its settings, is not a candidate.
  • Never automate a load that must not run unattended, or a heating appliance without independent thermal protection.
  • Name the outlet after what is plugged into it, not after the socket position; the name is what the user sees when a rule acts on it.
  • Tell the customer which outlets are switched. An appliance that is dead because a rule turned it off looks like a fault.

Control of an Electrical Outlet

Electrical Outlet control is quick and simple, managed directly from the Dashboard.

Follow the example of the Hall Socket.

On, Off, Auto - Electrical Outlet
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On, Off, Auto - Electrical Outlet

There are three buttons for control of the Electrical Outlet:

  • On - Tap this button to turn On the Electrical Outlet.
  • Off - Tap this button to turn Off the Electrical Outlet.
  • Auto - If you tap the Auto button, the automation will activate when the conditions are met.

 

 

Turn On the Electrical Outlet
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Turn On the Electrical Outlet

To turn On the Electrical Outlet, tap the On button.

The icon of the Electrical Outlet turns blue, and the picture will change according to the On status.

Turn Off the Electrical Outlet
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Turn Off the Electrical Outlet

To turn Off the Electrical Outlet, tap the Off button.

The icon of the Electrical Outlet will change and the picture will change according to the Off status.

Set Electrical Outlet to Auto Mode
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Set Electrical Outlet to Auto Mode

If you tap on the Auto button, the previously created automation for the Electrical Outlet will be activated if all conditions from the automation are fulfilled. The icon of the Electrical Outlet will turn blue, and the picture will change according to the On status.

If you tap on the Auto button when some of the conditions from the automation are not fulfilled, the Electrical Outlet will not be activated. The icon of the Electrical Outlet will turn grey, and the picture will change according to the Off status. All conditions must be fulfilled for the automation to be activated.

I/O list - Electrical Outlet
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I/O list - Electrical Outlet

To edit the Electrical Outlet settings, follow next steps.

Edit Electrical Outlet
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Edit Electrical Outlet

Edit following form:

  • Name - Edit the name of the Electrical Outlet.
  • Photo - (status On, Off) Choose the source of the photo.
  • Slide to confirm - When enabled, you will be asked to confirm the desired operation to avoid accidental actions.
  • Timeout - Set the duration of time that the Electrical Outlet will remain On in auto mode.


Tap Submit/Done.


GOOD TO KNOW:
The Electrical Outlet can be edited by long-pressing the Electrical Outlet card on the Dashboard or tapping it in the I/O list.

Change photo - Electrical Outlet
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Change photo - Electrical Outlet

You have four options:

  • Open Library - The phone’s Library will open. It is recommended to take pictures from the same angle for both Electrical Outlet statuses to achieve a complete and consistent view.
  • Open Camera - You can take a picture using your smartphone. For a complete and consistent view, it’s recommended to capture both Electrical outlet statuses from the same angle.
  • Choose default image - These images are prepared in advance in order  to provide a complete and seamless experience.
  • Remove image - Removes existing image.
Slide to confirm - Electrical Outlet
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Slide to confirm - Electrical Outlet

The Slide to confirm feature adds an extra layer of security, preventing accidental actions.

It asks you to confirm your choice once more.

If you want the Electrical Outlet to turn Off, tap the Off button and Slide to Turn Off from left to right.

Timeout - Electrical Outlet
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Timeout - Electrical Outlet

Set Timeout for the Electrical Outlet in hours, minutes and seconds (scroll through each column).

Tap Save button.

Used In - Electrical Outlet
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Used In - Electrical Outlet

The Used In tab shows all the scenarios and automations where the Electrical Outlet is applied, making it easy to see where this I/O is used without the need to search manually. If it isn't used in any, the list will be empty, and a message will display: "This I/O is not in use anywhere." This feature is particularly useful as it consolidates all relevant information in one place.

Find Electrical Outlet on the Dashboard
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Find Electrical Outlet on the Dashboard

Automate your Electrical outlet in the PIERRE app by setting conditions based on the Motion sensor. This ensures the outlet powers On only when motion is detected in a room and if turns Off after set period of time. This helps save energy by activating the outlet only when someone is present, making it perfect for devices like lamps or appliances that don't need to stay on all the time.

Find Electrical Outlet on the Dashboard or on the I/O list.

Open I/O
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Open I/O

In the Menu, under Settings, tap on the I/O.

Open I/O list - Electrical Outlet
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Open I/O list - Electrical Outlet

Open I/O list, scroll to the Electrical Outlet and tap on the Hall Socket.

Edit, Automation, Used In - Electrical Outlet
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Edit, Automation, Used In - Electrical Outlet

Tap on the tab Automation.

+ Add new Automation - Electrical Outlet
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+ Add new Automation - Electrical Outlet

Tap on +Add new Automation.

Add new item - Electrical Outlet
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Add new item - Electrical Outlet

There is possibility to add:

  • New Time condition,
  • New Delay
  • Existing I/O.

Tap on the Existing I/O.

Add existing I/O - I/O list - Motion sensor
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Add existing I/O - I/O list - Motion sensor

Tap on the I/O from the list that you want to add into the automation. In this case Motion Hall.

Existing I/O - Electrical Outlet - status of added I/O
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Existing I/O - Electrical Outlet - status of added I/O

Tap on the button Detect Motion.

Hall Socket will be turned On, when Motion Hall sensor detects motion and it will stay On for an hour.

Tap Save button.

Confirm automation - Electrical outlet
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Confirm automation - Electrical outlet

To confirm automation conditions tap button Done.

Hall Socket will be turned on when Hall Motion sensor detects motion.

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