(bright music)
- Hi, I'm Agent Lee, and today I'll show you
how to set up a Google Nest smart thermostat.
Here's what you'll need.
The Google Nest smart thermostat
and all the included accessories.
A small Philips or flathead screwdriver.
Your network login info.
If you already have a Google Home account,
you'll need your login info for that as well.
And a smart device, like a tablet or phone.
It's not required, but if you have a multimeter,
they're really helpful.
You'll be dealing with electrical current
so you'll need some way to ensure the power
has been properly disconnected.
A multimeter is a great way to do that.
Also, before we get started, pause the video
and take a few minutes to make sure your HVAC system
is compatible with your Nest thermostat.
You can easily do this on the Nest website.
There's a link in the notes below.
If at any point, you're not comfortable proceeding,
stop right away and call an electrician.
It's always better to get help than to risk a shock
or shorting out your wiring.
And in some areas, Geek Squad can come to your house
and install your thermostat for you.
Check out the link below to see
if we offer thermostat installation services in your area.
All right, here we go.
I'll be using a Google Pixel to install the thermostat.
The steps might be a little different
depending on your device.
First, locate your existing thermostat.
Launch the Google Home app and sign in
with your existing Google account.
If you don't have one, you will need to create one
to use your Nest Thermostat.
Choose the location for this device
or add a location if yours isn't listed.
Now the app will scan for the thermostat.
At this point, it isn't hooked up yet,
so just wait until the scan is done
and don't be alarmed when it doesn't find anything.
Then, tap Thermostat and Nest Thermostat.
A QR code scanner will pop up.
Scan the QR code on the thermostat.
Mine is right here on the back.
When it's identified, tap Continue.
You'll see some terms and conditions pop up.
Check them out and, if you agree, select I agree.
And tap Next on both the walkthrough and tools screens.
Confirm that your heating and cooling equipment
is currently working.
Tap Next to continue.
Now it's time to find the circuit breaker
for your thermostat and turn it off.
Hopefully your breaker board is labeled well
so it's easy to find.
After the circuit breaker is off,
head back to the thermostat and tap Next.
At this point, you'll remove the faceplate
to expose the wires.
Be very careful not to touch any of the wires.
You'll want to double check that the thermostat
is off by testing it with a multimeter.
Place one probe on the R wire, which for me is red.
And put the other probe on the C wire.
In this case, my C wire is blue.
It should read zero volts AC or VAC.
If it reads between 23-28 VAC,
the thermostat is still getting power,
which means you didn't turn off the right breaker.
Make sure you do turn off the right breaker
before you proceed any further.
Now the setup guide will prompt you to verify
the existing thermostat is not installed
on an electrical box, like the kind you see
behind a standard household outlet or light fixture.
This is fairly uncommon but it's a good idea to check.
Standard thermostats, along with the Google Nest thermostat,
run on low voltage power and, therefore,
don't typically require the use of an electrical box.
If one is present, it might mean that your thermostat
is using more power.
So, if you see one, don't go any further.
In select markets, Geek Squad can help.
Again, you can set up an appointment using the link below.
Otherwise, connect with a licensed electrician
to help you determine whether or not it's safe to proceed.
If you didn't find an electrical box,
we can move onto the next step.
Either take a picture, or write down the existing wiring
so you know how to connect your new Nest thermostat.
I have a yellow wire going to terminal Y, green to G,
blue to C, white to W and red to R.
Use the app to verify that the existing wiring
is not high voltage.
They usually wouldn't be, but again,
it's always a good idea to double check.
If a wire is high voltage,
call a licensed electrician to give you a hand.
If you're safe to proceed,
remove any jumper wires present and tap Next.
Now select whether the current thermostat
has two sets of labels for each input.
Check each existing wire at the current thermostat,
and tap Next.
Label the wires following the app's labels, and tap Next.
Now it's time to disconnect the old thermostat,
making sure the wires don't fall into the hole in the wall,
and tap Next.
Select whether a trim kit will be used or not.
I won't be using one for my installation.
Now pull the wires through the base plate and tap Next.
Secure the base plate with the provided screws and tap Next.
Now take note of the directions the next screen gives you
before tapping Next.
Connect the wires following the labels you already put on,
and tap Next.
The app will prompt you to remove the battery tab.
Once that's done, tap Next.
Attach the thermostat to the base, like this, and tap Next.
Now turn the power on at the breaker,
return to the thermostat, and tap Next.
Your Nest Thermostat is almost ready.
Now it's time to connect the app and the thermostat.
Remember that scan we ran before
when it didn't find anything?
Well, now that the thermostat is connected,
so it should this time.
Here we go, let's run it again.
And Voila, now the app will walk you through a number
of set up options, starting with the language.
Then, tap Next.
Tap Start Test to test the wiring.
Select the type of fuel that's used for heating your home,
and tap Next.
Select the type of heat, and tap Next.
Now select whether to start in Heating or Cooling mode.
Make your selection, and tap Next.
Now tap Next to connect the thermostat to WiFi
and setup temperatures.
Select your wireless network, and tap Next.
Enter your password, and tap Next.
The Nest thermostat will now connect to our WiFi
and check for any updates.
If there are any, make sure you take time
to install them before proceeding.
Now, verify the address where your thermostat is installed.
This is important because you'll get detailed reporting
based on your area, along with the local temperature.
Then, select which room the thermostat is in, and tap Next.
This is important because you can install
more than one in the same house.
Now it's time to set up some scheduled adjustments.
For example, if you like it colder when you sleep
and warmer when you wake.
Or, if you're out of the house during certain days
and times, you can schedule those to save on costs.
To get started, tap Get Started, tap Next.
Now tap each item in the list
to set the temperatures you'd like to use,
and then tap Next.
For example, if I'm gone every Tuesday from 9:00AM
until 05:00PM, I can enter that here.
That way, during that time, my HVAC won't work as hard
or at all, ultimately saving me money.
Hit Next again to setup your recurring schedule,
and then tap Next.
To set up a Home & Away routine, tap Set Up.
Home & Away Routines start when the first person comes home
and when everyone is away.
And they're not limited to just the thermostat.
They can incorporate your other smart tech as well.
We have another Tech Tips video
on setting up a Google Home Routine.
If you're interested, there's a link in the notes below.
All right, tap Next to set up presence sensing.
The Google Nest thermostat has a motion sensor built-in
so it can tell when someone is home
and adjust when there's not.
Read through the terms and if you agree, select Agree
to enable this feature.
Now verify the address where presence sensing will be used,
and tap Next.
The thermostat also uses this information
to watch your local weather and,
depending on your preferences,
can automatically make adjustments.
To verify your location, tap Confirm and then Done.
Now tap Next to setup HVAC monitoring.
This is the detailed reporting that I mentioned earlier.
You'll see how your energy use
and savings compare to others in your geographical region.
If you'd like a monthly report from Nest, select Sign Up.
In the next few screens, the app will show you
how to get the most out of your Nest thermostat.
Take a few minutes and walk through the options,
getting a better understanding for each.
When you're done, tap Done.
Now verify that both the heating and cooling are working
by switching to each mode
and waiting for your HVAC system to react.
If everything is working well, congratulations.
You just installed a Google Nest Smart Thermostat
and are setup for a more convenient and cost-effective way
to control the temperature in your home.
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