Reset and Recovery

If you change your Wi-Fi network, lose access to PaxTime, or need to start fresh, use these reset options to recover your device.

Reset Options

PaxTime has two reset methods, activated by pressing the button on the device:

Wi-Fi Reset (4 Button Presses)

Enters AP mode so you can reconfigure Wi-Fi. Keeps all your settingsincluding schedule, calibration, and authenticator.

Use when:

  • You changed your Wi-Fi password
  • You moved PaxTime to a new network
  • You can't find the device on your network

Factory Reset (6+ Button Presses)

Completely resets the device to factory defaults. Erases all settingsincluding schedule, calibration, and authenticator.

Use when:

  • You want to start completely fresh
  • You're giving the device to someone else
  • Wi-Fi reset didn't solve your problem

How to Reset

  1. Locate the button

    Find the small button on the PaxTime device (usually on the side or front).

    Image: Location of reset button on PaxTime device

  2. Press the button quickly
    • 4 presses for Wi-Fi reset (keeps settings)
    • 6 or more presses for factory reset (erases everything)

    Image: Pressing the reset button

  3. Wait for the device to restart

    The device will enter setup mode after a moment.

  4. Connect to the setup network

    On your phone, connect to PaxTime-XXXXXXand open 192.168.4.1 to configure Wi-Fi.

After Factory Reset

You'll need to complete the full setup process again:Wi-Fi,authenticator,calibration, andschedule.

Reset and Recovery | PaxTime Manual