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The Hatch Restore is a smart sleep device combining a sound machine, light, and alarm clock. This guide covers connectivity, sound, and light issues.

Restore Not Connecting to WiFi

Symptoms

  • Setup fails in app
  • Can't find device
  • Shows offline

Solutions

  1. Use Hatch Sleep app - Download official Hatch Sleep app.
  2. 2.4GHz network - Only supports 2.4GHz WiFi.
  3. Bluetooth first - Enable phone Bluetooth for initial pairing.
  4. Reset device - Hold buttons on back for 10 seconds until LED flashes.
  5. Same network - Phone must be on same network Restore will join.

Sounds Not Playing

Symptoms

  • No sound output
  • Sound cuts out
  • Wrong sound playing

Solutions

  1. Volume check - Use app or button to increase volume.
  2. Content loaded - Premium sounds require subscription and WiFi to download.
  3. Routine check - Verify routine has correct sound selected.
  4. Restart device - Unplug for 30 seconds and reconnect.

Light Not Working

Symptoms

  • Light not turning on
  • Color not matching selection
  • Sunrise alarm not gradual

Solutions

  1. Brightness setting - Check brightness level in app settings.
  2. Color selection - Select colors in app or tap on device to cycle.
  3. Sunrise duration - Configure sunrise alarm duration (up to 60 minutes).
  4. Display brightness - Adjust clock display brightness separately from light.

Alarm and Routine Issues

Symptoms

  • Alarm not triggering
  • Wrong time displayed
  • Routine not following schedule

Solutions

  1. Time zone - Verify correct time zone in app settings.
  2. Internet required - Routines sync via WiFi. Verify connection.
  3. Enable routines - Check that routines are enabled, not paused.
  4. Days selected - Verify alarm is set for correct days of week.

Rest+ vs Restore Features

Symptoms

  • Missing features
  • Premium content not available

Solutions

  1. Subscription - Some sounds and features require Hatch+ subscription.
  2. Model differences - Restore 2 has additional features over original.
  3. Free sounds - Basic sounds are always available without subscription.