The inD Connect is a WiFi accessory for the aF4 that connects your feeder to your home WiFi network. Once set up, you can trigger feeds on demand, create automated feeding schedules, and integrate with Alexa™, Siri™, or Google Home™ — all from your p

<p id="isPasted"><span contenteditable="false" draggable="true" class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-rv fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable"><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mMsprkirvaY??si=SMEs7no2pt2PWyBg&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span>The inD Connect is a WiFi accessory for the aF4 that connects your feeder to your home WiFi network. Once set up, you can trigger feeds on demand, create automated feeding schedules, and integrate with Alexa&#x2122;, Siri&#x2122;, or Google Home&#x2122; &#x2014; all from your phone.</p><hr><h2 id="what-youll-need">What you&apos;ll need</h2><ul><li>aF4 unit</li><li>inD Connect dongle and power splitter (included in the inD Connect package)</li><li>The <strong>eWeLink</strong> app (free &#x2014; available on iOS and Android)</li><li>A 2.4GHz WiFi network</li></ul><blockquote><p><strong>Important:</strong> The inD Connect is only compatible with 2.4GHz WiFi. If your router broadcasts both 2.4GHz and 5GHz on the same network name, you may need to separate them or temporarily connect your phone to the 2.4GHz band during setup. Check your router settings if you have trouble pairing.</p></blockquote><hr><h2 id="step-1--download-the-ewelink-app">Step 1 &#x2014; Download the eWeLink app</h2><ol><li>Open the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android)</li><li>Search for <strong>eWeLink</strong> and install the app</li><li>Open the app and create an account, or log in if you already have one</li></ol><hr><h2 id="step-2--connect-the-hardware">Step 2 &#x2014; Connect the hardware</h2><p>The inD Connect package includes a power splitter that allows the dongle and the aF4 to share a single power supply.</p><ol><li>Connect the <strong>female end</strong> of the power splitter to the aF4 power supply</li><li>Attach the <strong>short male end</strong> of the power splitter to the inD Connect dongle</li><li>Connect the <strong>long male end</strong> of the power splitter to the aF4</li><li>Locate the 3.5mm cable port on the inD Connect (opposite the power port) and insert it into the <strong>0-10v link port</strong> on the back of the aF4</li></ol><p>The inD Connect should begin blinking, indicating it is ready to pair.</p><hr><h2 id="step-3--pair-the-ind-connect-with-your-network">Step 3 &#x2014; Pair the inD Connect with your network</h2><ol><li>Press and hold the button on the inD Connect for <strong>5&#x2013;7 seconds</strong> until the blinking pattern changes slightly &#x2014; this puts it into pairing mode</li><li>Open the eWeLink app and tap the <strong>(+)</strong> plus sign in the top right corner</li><li>Select <strong>Add Device</strong> &#x2014; the WiFi network your phone is currently connected to should be displayed</li><li>Enter your WiFi password and tap <strong>Next</strong></li><li>Under devices found, tap the <strong>(+)</strong> icon to add the inD Connect &#x2014; this should take less than a minute</li><li>Tap <strong>Next</strong> and give the device a name on the following screen</li></ol><p>Your inD Connect is now connected. If pairing fails, power-cycle the dongle and repeat from step 1.</p><hr><h2 id="step-4--trigger-a-manual-feed">Step 4 &#x2014; Trigger a manual feed</h2><p>Once paired, you can trigger an on-demand feed from the eWeLink app at any time.</p><p>Locate the toggle to the right of the inD Connect device name and switch it to <strong>ON</strong>. Hold it in the ON position for at least 10 seconds, then switch it back to <strong>OFF</strong>.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Important:</strong> Always switch the toggle back to OFF after triggering a feed. Leaving the inD Connect in the ON position will prevent subsequent scheduled feeds from triggering correctly.</p></blockquote><hr><h2 id="step-5--create-a-feeding-schedule">Step 5 &#x2014; Create a feeding schedule</h2><ol><li>Open the inD Connect settings by tapping the device name you created during pairing</li><li>Open the <strong>Schedule</strong> menu (bottom right of the device screen)</li><li>Tap <strong>Add</strong> to create a new schedule event</li><li>Select the hour and minute for your feed &#x2014; the app uses 24-hour time (0&#x2013;12 = AM, 13&#x2013;23 = PM)</li><li>If you&apos;d like it to repeat daily, open the <strong>Repeat</strong> menu and select the days</li></ol><blockquote><p><strong>Critical:</strong> Every ON event must have a matching OFF event set <strong>1 minute after</strong> the ON time. Without an OFF event, subsequent scheduled feeds will fail.</p></blockquote><p><strong>Example schedule for two daily feeds:</strong></p><table><thead><tr><th scope="col">Event</th><th scope="col">Time</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>ON</td><td>14:00 (2:00 PM)</td></tr><tr><td>OFF</td><td>14:01 (2:01 PM)</td></tr><tr><td>ON</td><td>17:30 (5:30 PM)</td></tr><tr><td>OFF</td><td>17:31 (5:31 PM)</td></tr></tbody></table><hr><h2 id="troubleshooting">Troubleshooting</h2><p><strong>inD Connect won&apos;t pair</strong><br>Confirm your phone is connected to a 2.4GHz WiFi network during pairing. Power-cycle the dongle and try the pairing process again from the beginning.</p><p><strong>Scheduled feeds are not triggering</strong><br>Check that every ON event has a corresponding OFF event 1 minute later. <strong>Confirm the inD Connect is not stuck in the ON position &#x2014; if it is, switch it to OFF manually in the app.</strong></p><p><strong>Feed doesn&apos;t trigger when I switch to ON</strong><br>Make sure you hold the toggle in the ON position for at least 10 seconds. The aF4 requires a sustained signal to trigger a feed cycle.</p><p><strong>WiFi signal dropping</strong><br>Ensure the inD Connect is located within good range of your router. A weak signal near the unit is the most common cause of unreliable performance.</p><hr><h2 id="ready-to-connect-to-alexa-siri-or-google-home">Ready to connect to Alexa, Siri, or Google Home?</h2><p>See our <a href="#">inD Connect Smart Home Integrations Guide</a> for step-by-step instructions on linking the inD Connect with your preferred voice assistant.</p><hr><p><em>Questions about setup? <a href="#">Submit a support ticket</a> and our team will help.</em></p>

inD Connect Setup Guide

Once your inD Connect is set up and paired with eWeLink, you can link it to Alexa™, Siri™, or Google Home™ to trigger feeds with a voice command or integrate your aF4 into your wider smart home routines. Before you start: Make sure you have completed

<p>Once your inD Connect is set up and paired with eWeLink, you can link it to Alexa&#x2122;, Siri&#x2122;, or Google Home&#x2122; to trigger feeds with a voice command or integrate your aF4 into your wider smart home routines.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Before you start:</strong> Make sure you have completed the <a href="#">inD Connect Setup Guide</a> and your dongle is successfully paired with the eWeLink app.</p></blockquote><p><strong><u>Contents</u></strong></p><ul><li>Amazon Alexa</li><li>Apple Siri</li><li>Google Home</li></ul><hr><h2 id="amazon-alexa">Amazon Alexa</h2><h3 id="step-1--add-the-ewelink-skill-in-alexa">Step 1 &#x2014; Add the eWeLink skill in Alexa</h3><ol><li>Download and open the <strong>Amazon Alexa</strong> app on your phone</li><li>Tap the menu button (three lines) and select <strong>Skills &amp; Games</strong></li><li>Search for <strong>eWeLink Smart Home</strong> and tap on the skill</li><li>Tap <strong>Enable to Use</strong> &#x2014; this will redirect you to the eWeLink app</li><li>Tap the blue <strong>Link</strong> button &#x2014; account linking should take less than a minute</li><li>Alexa will search for connected devices from eWeLink. If your inD Connect doesn&apos;t appear automatically, add it manually on the next screen</li></ol><h3 id="step-2--create-a-voice-command-routine-in-alexa">Step 2 &#x2014; Create a voice command routine in Alexa</h3><ol><li>Open the Alexa app and tap the <strong>(+)</strong> plus sign, then select <strong>Routine</strong></li><li>Under <strong>WHEN</strong>, tap <strong>(+)</strong> and select <strong>Voice</strong> &#x2014; enter your trigger phrase (e.g. &quot;Feed the fish&quot;)</li><li>Under <strong>ALEXA WILL</strong>, tap <strong>(+)</strong> and select <strong>Smart Home</strong> &#x2192; <strong>Plugs</strong> &#x2192; select your inD Connect &#x2192; set to <strong>ON</strong> &#x2192; tap Next</li><li>Under <strong>ALEXA WILL</strong>, tap <strong>(+)</strong> next to <strong>Add another action</strong> &#x2192; scroll down to <strong>Wait</strong> &#x2192; select <strong>01</strong> for a 1-minute wait &#x2192; tap Next</li><li>Under <strong>ALEXA WILL</strong>, tap <strong>(+)</strong> next to <strong>Add another action</strong> &#x2192; select <strong>Smart Home</strong> &#x2192; <strong>Plugs</strong> &#x2192; select your inD Connect &#x2192; set to <strong>OFF</strong> &#x2192; tap Next</li><li>Save the routine</li></ol><h3 id="using-alexa">Using Alexa</h3><p>Say: <strong>&quot;Alexa, feed the fish&quot;</strong> (or whatever trigger phrase you chose) to trigger a feed cycle.</p><p>You can also manage all your aF4 scheduling from within the Alexa app if you prefer it over eWeLink &#x2014; create a scheduled routine the same way, replacing the Voice trigger with a <strong>Schedule</strong> trigger.</p><p>To edit or delete your routines, open the Alexa app and navigate to <strong>More</strong> &#x2192; <strong>Routines</strong>.</p><hr><h2 id="apple-siri">Apple Siri</h2><h3 id="step-1--create-a-smart-scene-in-ewelink">Step 1 &#x2014; Create a Smart Scene in eWeLink</h3><ol><li>Open the <strong>eWeLink</strong> app on your iPhone</li><li>Select the inD Connect device you want to control</li><li>Tap the <strong>&#x2026;</strong> (three-dot) icon in the top right corner and select <strong>Smart Scene</strong></li><li>Tap <strong>(+)</strong> to create a new scene</li></ol><h3 id="step-2--set-the-trigger-and-actions">Step 2 &#x2014; Set the trigger and actions</h3><ol><li>Under <strong>If This Triggers</strong>, tap <strong>Add</strong> and select <strong>Tap to Perform</strong> as the trigger</li><li>Under <strong>Then That Actions</strong>, select <strong>Smart Device</strong> &#x2192; choose your inD Connect &#x2192; set to <strong>ON</strong></li><li>Tap <strong>Add Action</strong> again &#x2192; select <strong>Delay</strong> &#x2192; set to <strong>1 minute</strong></li><li>Tap <strong>Add Action</strong> again &#x2192; select <strong>Smart Device</strong> &#x2192; choose your inD Connect &#x2192; set to <strong>OFF</strong></li></ol><h3 id="step-3--save-and-add-to-siri">Step 3 &#x2014; Save and add to Siri</h3><ol><li>Tap <strong>Save</strong> in the top right and name the scene with the phrase you want to use (e.g. &quot;Feed the fish&quot;)</li><li>Tap <strong>Save</strong> again</li><li>On the next screen, tap <strong>Add to Siri</strong> and follow the on-screen instructions to record your command</li></ol><h3 id="using-siri">Using Siri</h3><p>Say: <strong>&quot;Hey Siri, feed the fish&quot;</strong> (or your chosen scene name) to trigger a feed cycle.</p><p>To edit or delete your Siri commands, open the <strong>Shortcuts</strong> app on your iPhone.</p><hr><h2 id="google-home">Google Home</h2><h3 id="step-1--link-ewelink-to-google-home">Step 1 &#x2014; Link eWeLink to Google Home</h3><ol><li>Open the <strong>eWeLink</strong> app on your phone</li><li>Select <strong>Connect Google Home</strong> at the top of the home screen</li><li>Tap <strong>Link with Google Assistant</strong> &#x2014; the app will redirect to Google Home and back</li><li>When it returns to eWeLink, tap <strong>Link</strong> &#x2014; it will redirect back to Google Home</li></ol><h3 id="step-2--add-your-device-in-google-home">Step 2 &#x2014; Add your device in Google Home</h3><ol><li>Select the inD Connect you want to control and tap <strong>Next</strong></li><li>Select your location and tap <strong>Next</strong>, then select your room and tap <strong>Next</strong></li></ol><h3 id="step-3--create-an-automation-in-google-home">Step 3 &#x2014; Create an automation in Google Home</h3><ol><li>Open Google Home and tap <strong>Automations</strong> in the bottom menu, then tap <strong>Add</strong></li><li>Under type of routine, select <strong>Personal</strong> routine</li><li>Tap <strong>Add Starter</strong> &#x2192; select <strong>When I say to Google Assistant</strong> &#x2192; enter your trigger phrase (e.g. &quot;Feed the fish&quot;)</li></ol><h3 id="step-4--add-the-actions">Step 4 &#x2014; Add the actions</h3><ol><li>Tap <strong>Add action</strong> &#x2192; <strong>Adjust Home Devices</strong> &#x2192; select your inD Connect &#x2192; <strong>Turn on or Off</strong> &#x2192; toggle <strong>Turn on</strong> to active (blue) &#x2192; tap <strong>Add Action</strong></li><li>Tap <strong>Add action</strong> &#x2192; scroll down to <strong>Delay start</strong> &#x2192; enter <strong>1 minute</strong></li><li>Tap <strong>Add action</strong> &#x2192; <strong>Adjust Home Devices</strong> &#x2192; select your inD Connect &#x2192; <strong>Turn on or Off</strong> &#x2192; toggle <strong>Turn off</strong> to active (blue) &#x2192; tap <strong>Add Action</strong></li><li>Tap <strong>Save</strong></li></ol><h3 id="using-google-home">Using Google Home</h3><p>Say: <strong>&quot;Okay Google, feed the fish&quot;</strong> (or your chosen phrase) to trigger a feed cycle.</p><p>To edit or delete your automations, open <strong>Google Home</strong> &#x2192; <strong>Automations</strong>.</p><hr><h2 id="important-note-for-all-platforms">Important note for all platforms</h2><p>Whichever platform you use, the underlying logic is always the same &#x2014; the inD Connect must receive an ON signal for at least 10 seconds to trigger a feed, <strong>and must then be switched OFF</strong> before the next scheduled feed can run. The 1-minute delay built into each routine handles this automatically.</p><hr><h2 id="related-articles">Related articles</h2><ul><li><a href="#">inD Connect Setup Guide</a> &#x2014; hardware setup, pairing, and eWeLink scheduling</li><li><a href="#">How to Set Feed Quantity</a> &#x2014; adjusting how much food dispenses per cycle</li><li><a href="#">How to Set Your Feeding Schedule</a> &#x2014; the aF4&apos;s built-in scheduling (without inD Connect)</li></ul><hr><p><em>Questions about smart home integrations? <a href="#">Submit a support ticket</a> and our team will help.</em></p>

inD Connect Smart Home Integrations(Alexa/Siri/Google Home)

Leave your enquiry and we'll get back to you shortly.

Back to inD aquatics

inD aquatics

Step-by-step setup instructions for the inD connect aF4 to Wifi interface dongle.  Additionally guides for setting up Siri™, Alexa™ and Google Home™.

inD Connect

Integrations

Product Guides (DELETE)

Quick Start Guide (Video)

What's in the Box / Unboxing

Pre-Use Rinse

Placement and Orientation

How the Self-Cleaning System Works

Getting Started

Auto-Clean & Deep Cleaning Guide

Maintenance Schedule Overview

Tubing Replacement Guide

Fan & Cooling System Guide

Replacement Parts Guide

Maintenance

How the aF4 Keeps Food Fresh — RSW Technology

Compatible Foods and Brands

Food Freshness & Storage Duration

Loading the Reservoir(Quick/Max)

Sheet Food & Large Particle Food Preparation

Tips, Tricks & Additives

Food preparation

Setting the Feed Schedule

Setting the Feed Quantity & Feed Now Function

Temperature Settings

Indicator Lights & Sounds — Complete Reference Guide

Programming your aF4

Freshwater Compatibility Overview

Freshwater Setup

Blinking Temperature LEDs — What They Mean

Solenoid Failure — Symptoms and Resolutions

Over-Temperature Fault — Remedies & Prevention(Flashing LEDs)

Power Issues — Troubleshooting Guide

Food Not Dispensing — Troubleshooting Guide

My aF4 Appears to Be Leaking

Troubleshooting

Warranty Policy

Returns Policy

Policies and Support

Neptune Apex Integration Guide

Coralvue Hydros Integration Guide

GHL 0-10v Setup Guide

How much food does the aF4 hold?

How long can the aF4 keep food fresh?

Is it compatible with smart controller "X"? Neptune Apex, GHL Profilux, Coralvue Hydros...

Is it WiFi compatible? Do you have an APP?

How much power does it consume to operate?

I have a screen top on my aquarium, what size hole do I need to cut in it to accommodate the feeding tubes?

What are the temperatures for each setting on the aF4?

Techweave Sleeve Installation Video

aF4 Shelf

aF4 Accessories