This shows the step-by-step process of how to pair your MEATER Original.
Related Articles
How to Pair Your MEATER Original with the MEATER App
Pairing your MEATER Original is an easy process that you can complete in just a few simple steps.
1. Charge Your MEATER
- Before starting the pairing process, ensure that your MEATER has been charging for at least 2 hours. This prevents issues during pairing, such as disconnections or the device not pairing properly.
2. Download & Open the MEATER App
If you don't have the MEATER app, download it from the App Store on iPhone or the Play Store for Android. Look for the following icon:
Open the MEATER App. Tap Add Devices.
- If you already have a MEATER paired, tap the three dots in the top-right corner of the home screen. From the drop-down menu, select Add Devices. If the app doesn’t automatically prompt you to add a device, manually tap the + Add Device button.
- The app will ask if there is a + sign on your charger. Select "No." This ensures you're pairing a MEATER Original and not a MEATER Plus.
3. Accept Safety Agreement and Review Educational Content
You will be prompted to accept the Safety Agreement before continuing. Once accepted, the app will display a few educational screens explaining temperature sensors, the battery tab, and device charging:
4. Pair the Unit to Your Phone
Once you reach the Pairing Screen, follow these steps to pair the unit:
-
Remove the Probe from the Dock: Remove your probe from the dock.
-
Wait for the Pairing to Complete: Ensure the probe is within range of your smart device. Once paired, the app will display the "MEATER Probe Found" screen.
4.1 Update Firmware, If Needed
If a firmware update is available, the app will prompt you to proceed with a firmware update.
- LED Behavior: The LED light will blink red when a firmware update is in progress.
Proceed with the update, as running the latest version helps avoid issues during setup or in the future.
Firmware Update Fails: If the app doesn’t display the connection complete screen or if the connection fails, refer to Original MEATER Not Connecting for additional steps.
5. Start Cooking!
Once setup is complete, you’ll be taken to the cook dashboard. From here, you can begin using your MEATER Original to start cooking.
First Time Cooking After Pairing
Watch MEATER Academy Videos
Once your device is paired, the app may take you to the Getting Started or Quick Start Guide screen. You’ll need to watch three short videos about using your MEATER product.
Each video is under 30 seconds long. You can skip the videos, but you must watch all three before starting your first cook. If you attempt to start a cook without watching the videos, the app will prompt you to watch them first.