FAQ

1. What songs are pre-loaded on the Apollo H-2?

  • The H-2 comes with four classic holiday songs: Sleigh Bells, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Let it Snow, and White Christmas. You can play these songs by pressing the 4 different gold buttons on the back of the ornament. Each song is paired with a unique LED effect for added festive flair.

2. Can I customize the songs and LED effects?

  • Yes! While the H-2 ships pre-loaded with four songs and light effects, you can integrate it with Home Assistant and ESPHome to further customize songs, LED patterns, and more. This makes the H-2 a versatile addition to your smart home holiday setup. You can also use the buzzer to play any song in Home Assistant!

3. Is the Apollo H-2 “smart” right out of the box?

  • The H-2 is pre-flashed with a simple firmware that operates independently, allowing you to play songs with the gold button without needing any additional setup. For a full “smart” experience, you can reflash the H-2 to the smart firmware then join it to Home Assistant, where you can program custom automations, change songs, and adjust LED effects.

4. How do I activate the pre-loaded songs?

  • To play the songs, press the four different gold buttons on the back of the ornament.

5. What does purchasing the Apollo H-2 support?

  • All proceeds from the H-2 go to a local charity in Lexington, KY. This initiative allows us to give back to our community as a thank you for the support we receive from our customers, friends, and family. We also are donating to the Open Home Foundation!

6. Can the Apollo H-2 be used as a standard holiday ornament?

  • Absolutely! The H-2 is designed to look festive on any holiday setup, whether you choose to use the pre-loaded music and lights or integrate it as part of a smart home. It’s a fun and functional ornament that brings joy in multiple ways.

7. How do I set up the Apollo H-2 with Home Assistant?

8. Does the ornament require any additional power source?

  • The Apollo H-2 can operate on battery power, making it easy to hang and place wherever you'd like in your holiday decorations. It uses a 16340 rechargeable battery. It can also be powered by the USB-C port. The H-2 USB-C port will charge the battery very slowly.

9. Can I gift the Apollo H-2 to friends or family?

  • Yes, the H-2 makes a wonderful gift! It’s unique, festive, and supports a good cause, making it a great option for holiday gifting.

10. My H-2 is draining battery too fast- how do i fix this?

  • Please make sure if you are on the smart firmware to disable the "prevent sleep" option on the home assistant device page!

11. Where can I find more information about the Apollo H-2 and similar products?

  • For more details, setups, guides, and other products please email us at support@apolloautomation.com

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