Get Started with eKnitter WebAPP

Simple steps to connect your eKnitter, open the WebApp, and start knitting.

Step 1 – Connect eKnitter to Wi-Fi

Connect your eKnitter to your home Wi-Fi before you start knitting.
This only needs to be done once.
If your eKnitter is already connected but you cannot find the WebApp, see Access your WebApp.

Make sure you have a working Wi-Fi network in your knitting space.

Set up Wi-Fi

  1. Turn on your eKnitter.
  2. Open your Wi-Fi list on your phone, tablet, or computer.
  3. You will see a new Wi-Fi device — connect to it.
  4. A setup page opens automatically in your browser.
    (This may take a few seconds.)
    If it does not open, enter:
http://192.168.4.1/WifiConfig/
  1. Enter your Wi-Fi name and password.
    (Pay attention to upper and lower case letters.)
  2. Save the settings.

If everything was entered correctly, a Wi-Fi symbol will appear on your eKnitter display.

From now on, your eKnitter will connect automatically whenever you turn it on.

If Wi-Fi does not connect

If the display is black or shows only an X, your Wi-Fi details were entered incorrectly and eKnitter cannot connect.

You will need to reset the Wi-Fi settings. Read: Reset Wi-Fi

Step 2 – Access your eKnitter WebApp

The new eKnitter WebApp is available for all eKnitters running Release version 5.27 or higher.
Latest releases are available here.

Step 3 – Check your version

  1. Turn on your eKnitter.
  2. The display must show Version 5.27 or higher.

Step 4 – Open the WebApp

Open a web browser on your phone, tablet, or computer and enter your personal eKnitter address:

http://eknitter-XXXXXX/

or

http://XXX.XXX.X.XXX/

Each eKnitter has its own unique name and address.

Step 5 – Find your eKnitter name

You can find your personal eKnitter name in two places:

  • On the display
    Press the green button until the eKnitter name and IP address appear.
  • On the sticker on your device
    Example: eKnitter-XXXXXX

Important

  • Your eKnitter must be powered on
  • It must be connected to Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi symbol visible on the display)

Only then can the WebApp be opened.

Tip

Create a shortcut to your eKnitter WebApp in your browser or file explorer to open it instantly whenever your machine is turned on.

(WebApp manual is in progress.)


Load a pattern
Pattern View
Choose the knitting row
Set the start position
Motif or full-bed knitting
Set or Center your pattern
Set repeats
Set Variations
Jacquard settings
Helper Colours
Start knitting
Change rows while knitting
LanguageDark Mode
Row legend
Advanced settings
Save settings

Reset Wi-Fi

If your Wi-Fi network changes, you can update the Wi-Fi settings saved in your eKnitter.
There are three options to change or delete your Wi-Fi settings.

Option 1 — Change Wi-Fi in the WebApp (recommended)

Use this if your eKnitter is still reachable in your browser.

  1. Open your eKnitter WebApp
  2. Go to Settings / Config
  3. Select Wi-Fi
  4. Enter the new Wi-Fi name and password
  5. Tap Save

Your eKnitter reconnects automatically.

Option 2 — Reset Wi-Fi settings using the eKnitter buttons

Use this if the WebApp can no longer be reached.

  1. Turn on your eKnitter
  2. Press and hold M
  3. While holding M, press and hold the green button
  4. While holding both, press and hold the yellow button
  5. Keep holding all three until the display shows an X and the device restarts
  6. Release all buttons

Your eKnitter is now ready for Wi-Fi setup again.

Option 3 — Reset Wi-Fi using the controller board (advanced)

Use this only if buttons and WebApp no longer respond.

  1. Turn off your eKnitter
  2. Open the case carefully
  3. Locate the ESP boot/reset button on the controller board
  4. Press and hold the button
  5. While holding it, turn your eKnitter on
  6. Release when the display shows Setup Mode

Your eKnitter is now ready to be connected to Wi-Fi again.