Choose Currency
  • United States
    US Dollar
    USD (US$)
  • International
    Hong Kong Dollar
    HKD (HK$)
  • India
    Indian Rupee
    INR (₹)
  • Indonesia
    Indonesian Rupiah
    IDR (Rp)
  • Japan
    Japanese Yen
    JPY (¥)
  • South Korea
    Korean Won
    KRW (₩)
  • Malaysia
    Malaysian Ringgit
    MYR (RM)
  • Philippines
    Philippine Peso
    PHP (₱)
  • Singapore
    Singapore Dollar
    SGD (S$)
  • Thailand
    Thai Baht
    THB (฿)
  • Taiwan
    Taiwan Dollar
    TWD (NT$)
  • Vietnam
    Vietnamese Đồng
    VND (₫)
Shopping Cart
Your Cart is Empty
Subtotal
0
Points to earn in cart:
+6190 pts
?
has been added in your cart!
removed. has been added in your cart!
removed from your cart!
undo

User Manual

Nanoleaf Canvas

Welcome to
Smarter Living

Congratulations on becoming an official owner of the Nanoleaf Canvas. Remember, you can grow your setup with Expansion Packs to unleash your creativity to the fullest. Thank you for your support, you brighten our day like Nanoleaf brightens the world!

Product Overview
Table of Contents
Product Setup

Slow down tiger! Before you mount your Canvas onto the wall, plug it in to a power source and try it out on a table or floor. Make sure your design fits into your space by measuring the width and height of your intended setup. For the best placement of your Nanoleaf Canvas, please refer to Placement Recommendations. You can also use the tools below to help plan out your design!

What’s in the Box?

4 Pack Starter Kit

9 Pack Starter Kit

4 Pack Expansion

25 Pack Expansion

Designing Your Layout

Layout Assistant

Explore different panel layouts with the Layout Assistant here and preview them in your room using the AR feature. Download the Nanoleaf App and open the Layout Assistant to get started.

Flex Linkers

Extend the possibilities of your Nanoleaf Canvas even further! Bend around corners, mount the Canvas to angled surfaces, maybe even create something a little radical. Each linker bends up to 180 degrees. Available on the Nanoleaf Shop.

Arrangement Options

The light squares’ linker slots have been designed with an offset approach, allowing you to create visually interesting designs using linear and/or staggered arrangements during mounting.

note: Make sure to place your Control Square in a place where it can be reached easily for control.

Design Inspiration

Get inspired by the Nanoleaf community, check out our Social Media channels to see what other Nanoleaf owners are creating or explore the Nanoleaf Inspirations.

Show Off Your Design!

Remember to share your designs with us on social media by tagging @nanoleaf and #nanoleaf. Follow us to stay updated on upcoming giveaways, special promotions, and product updates.

Mounting Your Panels

1

Preparing Your Surface

The Nanoleaf Canvas should only be installed in an indoor environment on a flat surface that can support the weight of the panels. Clean the surface so that it is dry and clean from any dust, debris, or oil.

2

Using the Mounting Tape

Use the included mounting tape to securely attach the panels. We recommend using 3 pieces of mounting tape for each panel.

3

Mounting Your First Panel

Designate a panel from your setup as the starting panel. Peel off the other side of the tape and press the panel firmly against the wall. Hold each corner for 30 seconds to ensure that your panel attaches firmly.

note: Make sure to leave end of the tape sticking out. This will allow you to safely remove them later from the wall.

4

Connecting Your Controller

Connect your controller into an available linker slot of the first panel and plug in the other end to a power source. This will ensure that your setup is on and properly connected as you continue to link your panels together.

note: This positioning can be changed after your setup has been completed. An additional power supply is required for every additional 25 light squares. One Control Square can support up to 500 light squares.

5

Completing Your Setup

Continue to link each panel together and ensure that each panel lights up as you do so. Make sure the linkers are fully slotted into the linker slot, the panels should be aligned edge to edge.

*

Need to Dismount Your Panels?

With one hand on the Canvas, use your other hand to pull the ends of tape along the wall. Do not pull perpendicularly or at any other angle, otherwise you may damage your wall. Continue removing the tape from each panel until they are all safely removed.

Add to Your Masterpiece!

Be even more creative and grow your setup with Expansion Packs. An additional power supply is required for every additional 25 light squares. One Control Square can support up to 500 light squares.

get one today

Pairing Your Panels iOS

Standard Pairing Process for iOS

To ensure a smooth pairing process, please make sure you have the following things ready:

  • Requires iOS 10+

  • Can be found on your Welcome Card, Controller or PSU.

  • 5GHz networks are not compatible with Nanoleaf products.

  • The controller is ready when the Status LED is solid white.

1

Download and Open the Nanoleaf App

You can find the official Nanoleaf Smarter Series App in the App Store. Make sure you have the latest version.

2

Pair Your Canvas

  • 2.1

    Select the MORE tab.   · · ·

  • 2.2

    Select MY DEVICES and + to add a device.

  • 2.3

    Select Canvas as your product and START PAIRING.

    NOTE: If you have more than one set of panels connected to your network, select the magnifying glass to identify the correct setup (it will flash green).

  • 2.4

    Once identified and selected, the camera will open.

  • 2.5

    Scan your pairing code to pair.

  • 2.6

    Your Nanoleaf Canvas should now be connected and ready to go!

*

Additional Pairing Method

  • 1. Select Don’t Have a Code or Can’t Scan?

    2. Enter your 8-digit pairing code (found on the Quick Start Guide, PSU or back of the Controller).

  • 1. After Step 2.4 in the Standard Pairing Process above, hold the top of your device over the buttons of your Controller to pair.

“How can one setup be controlled by multiple iOS users?”

This is accomplished with the Apple Home App and the Nanoleaf App.

Primary User

  • 1.1

    Open the Nanoleaf App.

  • 1.2

    Select the MORE tab.   · · ·

  • 1.3

    Select USERS.

  • 1.4

    Invite the secondary user with their email address.

Secondary User

  • 1.1

    A notification will appear for you to accept.

  • 1.2

    In the Home App, select the home icon in the top left.

  • 1.3

    Select HOME SETTINGS, a list of homes will appear.

  • 1.4

    Accept the home that has been shared with you. This will give you control of the Canvas as well as any other HomeKit devices in the same home.

Pairing Your Panels Android

Standard Pairing Process for Android

To ensure a smooth pairing process, please make sure you have the following things ready:

  • Requires Android 5.0+

  • Can be found on your Welcome Card, Controller or PSU.

  • 5 GHz networks are not compatible with Nanoleaf products.

  • The controller is ready when the Status LED is solid white.

1

Download and Open the Nanoleaf App

You can find the official Nanoleaf Smarter Series App in the Google Play Store. Make sure you have the latest version.

2

Pair Your Canvas

  • 2.1

    Ensure your location settings are turned on.

  • 2.2

    Select DEVICES, located in the side menu on the left.

  • 2.3

    Select + to add a device.

  • 2.4

    Select CANVAS as your product and choose one of the following options to pair:

  • 1. Scan the Welcome Card, Controller or PSU

  • 1. Ensure that NFC is enabled.

    2. Hold the top of your device over the buttons of your Controller to pair.

  • 1. If you have more than one set of panels connected to your network, select the magnifying glass to identify the correct setup (it will flash green).

    2. Once identified, TAP TO PAIR.

    3. Enter your 8-digit pairing code (found on the Quick Start Guide, PSU or Controller).

Warranty

Register your warranty and get the very best from your Nanoleaf.

It's below the barcode on the back of the Controller Unit.
As a new Nanoleaf owner, we want to make sure you get the most out of your masterpiece! Receive tips on how to use some exciting features, get exclusive offers, and be the first to know about new products. Don't want those? Unsubscribe at any time with the link in the footer of any email =)
All communications with you are handled in compliance with the Nanoleaf Privacy Policy, as is the treatment of any personally identifiable information provided. By submitting, you'll register your warranty (which will be emailed back to you) and you give us permission to contact you regarding warranty related issues. You will not be subscribed to other communications unless you've done so separately.

Thanks for registering your warranty!

Controlling Your Panels

Controller

The Control Square is the brain of the Nanoleaf Canvas system. The touch control buttons on the Control Square provide convenient shortcuts to common commands. The Control Square can be powered by any Light Square in the layout or directly from a power supply

  • Cycle through Default or Saved Rhythm Scenes.

  • The Control Square comes with dozens of preloaded Scenes. Use the shuffle button to cycle through them. Hold the Shuffle button to return to a previous random Scene.

  • Cycle through Default or Saved Colour Scenes.

Advanced Button Controls

You can also use the Controller’s touch buttons for advanced commands—most commands can be executed by holding buttons, or tapping two buttons at once. Here is a full list of shortcuts:

  • Hold the Shuffle button for 3s

    Only the last 5 randomly loaded Scenes are available. A flash of yellow on the panels will indicate that you are at the end of your browsing history.

  • Hold the Next Colour Scene button for 3s

    This saves the current Scene if it’s not already saved. This is most useful for saving Scenes you like when using.

  • Tap the Dim & Brighten buttons together once

    Cycle through the following preset white light modes:

    Warm White (2700K),

    Reading Light (4000K),

    Daylight White (5000K).

  • Hold the dim & brighten buttons together for 5s

    If you have more than 20 panels connected to your Controller, this enables or disables Power Diagnostic Mode. This mode helps you place additional power supplies to optimise your Nanoleaf Canvas system.

  • Hold the Power button for 3s

    This opens a 30s window to pair.

  • Hold the Power and Rhythm buttons for 30s

    This mode allows your Controller to act as a local network hotspot without an Internet connection. With this mode active, you can use the Nanoleaf App to operate your Nanoleaf Canvas without needing a router or access point.

NOTE: Your Control Square will not be able to download firmware updates. Discover content from the community will also be unavailable.

Touch Actions

Touch Actions transform each light panel into a smart button, allowing for the most seamless control of your entire smart home. With as little as a single press on a panel, activate HomeKit Scenes to control any or all of your HomeKit products at once. See it in action here.

Touch Gestures

Touch Gestures can be used to change brightness, Scenes or turning your Canvas on and off.

The Nanoleaf App

Turn your lighting on and off, control brightness, group lights by home and by room, create and use Scenes, and much more.

  • Choose an existing Scene or create your own (Static, Dynamic, Rhythm, Group, Layered). You can also use the Paint Tool to colour panels individually.

  • Find helpful information including tutorials, new device features, etc.

  • Find and download new Scenes created by the Nanoleaf community.

  • Automate your Scenes to turn on or off.

Nanoleaf Desktop App

With the Nanoleaf Desktop App, you can control your Panels from a web browser on your computer. Create and download new Scenes and set Schedules right from your computer. The Desktop App was designed to simplify the management of larger installations and offer control of many different layouts at once.

DOWNLOAD DESKTOP APP

Voice Control

You can easily control your Panels by voice in a few different ways. In the Nanoleaf App, make sure to name your panels something easy to say.

  • “Turn [Device Name] on/off.”

    “Set [Device Name] to 10% brightness.”

    “Set [Device Name] to [Scene Name]”

    “Brighten/dim the lights to [%].”

    “Set [Device Name] to [Colour].”

    “Set [Scene Name].”

    “Brighten/dim the lights.”

  • “Turn on [Device Name or Scene Name].” “Turn on/off the lights in [Room Name].” “Turn on/off all my lights.”

    “Turn off [Device Name].”

    “Brighten/dim [Device Name].”

    “Brighten/dim the lights in [Room Name].” “Brighten/dim all my lights.”

    “Set [Device Name] to [%].”

    “Set [Device Name] to [Colour].”

  • “Turn on [Device Name or Scene Name].” “Turn off [Device Name].”

    “Brighten/dim [Device Name].”

    “Set [Device Name] to [%] brightness.” “Set [Device Name] to [Colour].”

Nanoleaf Remote

The optional Nanoleaf Remote accessory is a sleek, dodecahedron-inspired Bluetooth HomeKit remote designed to enhance the smarter home experience and make controlling the Nanoleaf Panels and other HomeKit products even more convenient. Available on the Nanoleaf Shop.

  • Control the brightness of your Panels by rotating the remote clockwise and counterclockwise.

  • Save your favourite Scenes to any of the twelve sides. Face up to activate.

Nanoleaf Open API

A local network API designed to extend your experience and allow you to integrate the Panels with third party devices and services, as well as enable more granular control of the hardware.

SIGN IN
PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS

Reset Options

1

Soft Reset

This will reset the Wi-Fi and all saved pairing configurations. Your saved scenes will remain.

  • 1.1

    Press and hold the Power and dim buttons together on the Controller for 15 seconds.

  • 1.2

    Let go once the Status LED starts flashing.

  • 1.3

    Wait for the Power button LED to remain on and steady.

  • 1.4

    On the Nanoleaf App, delete the previous device and re-pair it again.

2

Hard Reset

This will reset your Canvas to factory settings, deleting Wi-Fi settings, pairing information, and saved scenes. Your default scenes and settings will be restored.

NOTE: You can restore your Scenes after a Hard Reset if you are logged in to your Nanoleaf Account (see Restore Scenes procedure below).

  • 2.1

    Unplug your Canvas from the power source.

  • 2.2

    While holding the Power and Dim buttons, plug the Power Supply back into power (or the panels).

  • 2.3

    Continue holding the buttons down until the button LEDs on the Control Square come on.

  • 2.4

    Once the button LEDs come on, release the buttons. The button LEDs will flash to indicate that a hard reset will now take place.

  • 2.5

    Wait about 2 minutes for a reboot. The Canvas is ready to be setup once the Power Button LED turns on and the squares begin cycling through different colours.

*

Need to Restore Your Scenes?

Nanoleaf Panels

Requires Firmware 3.1.0+

Nanoleaf App

Requires Software 3.4+ for iOS & Android

  • 1.

    Open the Nanoleaf App.

  • 2.

    Login to your Nanoleaf Account.

  • 3.

    In the Dashboard tab, select the Settings icon.

  • 4.

    Under SYSTEM > BACKUP AND RESTORE, ensure that DEVICE SYNC is enabled.

  • 5.

    Select RESTORE FROM BACKUP and RESTORE.

Common Solutions

“I moved or changed my Wi-Fi network.”

  • A

    Try Wi-Fi Settings Reset

    This will allow you to connect your Canvas to a new Wi-FI network.

  • 1.

    Plug your Canvas in to a power source.

  • 2.

    With the Power and the Brighten buttons on the Controller, press and alternate between them 5 times (10 presses total).

  • 3.

    The Status LED will become a solid white.

    "

“My Canvas are paired but unreachable.”

  • A

    Try to Toggle your Wi-Fi

    On your phone, toggle the Wi-Fi off, then on again.

  • B

    Try to Power Cycle your Controller

    Unplug your controller from power, then plug it back in.

  • C

    Try to Power Cycle your Router

    On your phone, toggle the Wi-Fi off, then on again.

  • D

    Try a Soft Reset

“I am not able to pair my Canvas.”

  • A

    Check your Router Settings

  • 1.

    5 GHz networks do not support Nanoleaf products. Are you connected to a 2.4 GHz network?

  • 2.

    Ensure multicast, IGMP, UPnP (if available) are enabled on your router settings.

  • B

    Try a Soft Reset

  • C

    Try a Hard Reset

“I don’t see my Canvas in the App for setup.”

Wi-Fi Troubleshooting

Plug your PSU into power. The Power button on the Controller will light up after 1 minute.


If your Status LED is Solid White

Meaning: Your Canvas are ready to connect to your network.

  • 1.

    Make sure your mobile device Wi-Fi is on.

  • 2.

    Move your mobile device closer to your panels.

  • 3.

    Toggle the Wi-Fi on your mobile device off, then on.

  • 4.

    Try a Hard Reset.


If your Status LED is Flashing

Meaning: Your Wi-Fi is configured, but the panels cannot connect to the target network.

  • 1.

    Try to Power Cycle your Canvas (unplug your PSU from power, then plug it back in).

  • 2.

    If your panels are paired on the Nanoleaf App, delete the device and re-pair them with the Standard Pairing Process.


If your Status LED is Unlit

Meaning: Your Wi-Fi is configured and connected to your router.

  • 1.

    Make sure your mobile device is on the same network.

  • 2.

    Toggle the Wi-Fi on your mobile device off, then on.

Placement Tips

The following tips can help your Nanoleaf Canvas achieve the best wireless range & network reception.

  • 1.

    Place your Canvas in an open area where there are less obstructions, such as large pieces of furniture or walls.

  • 2.

    Avoid placing your Canvas behind furniture or inside cabinets.

  • 3.

    Don‘t place your Canvas in areas surrounded by metal surfaces on three or more sides. This can cause signal issues.

  • 4.

    Try to place your Canvas at least 25 feet (8 metres) away from any microwave oven, 2.4 GHz cordless phone, Wi-Fi devices, or other source of interference.

  • 5.

    Place your Canvas as close to your Wi-Fi home router as possible. For best performance, keep the distance below 65 feet (20 metres) and have no more than one wall in between.

Warnings & Cautions

Nanoleaf Canvas are not designed for use in:

  • 1.

    Enclosed locations that limit the flow of air and/or trap excessive amounts of heat.

  • 2.

    Emergency exits or emergency lights.

  • 3.

    Conjunction with 3rd party sensors/timing devices that are not approved by Nanoleaf.

  • 4.

    Places where there is a risk of electric shock.

  • 5.

    Outdoor areas.

  • 6.

    Wet or damp conditions.

  • 7.

    Excessively hot environments (e.g. close to ovens, radiators, heaters, etc).

  • 8.

    Regions or countries other than that in which the product was intended for.

When using Nanoleaf Canvas:

  • 1.

    Do not open the device, as this will void the warranty.

  • 2.

    Do not place any metallic or conductive objects near the exposed contacts on the Nanoleaf Canvas controller, power supply, linkers, or back of the Nanoleaf Canvas panels.

  • 3.

    Do not allow small children to operate this device unsupervised. This device contains small parts that may be a choking hazard to small children.

  • 4.

    Do not clean the device when it is on and or connected to power.

  • 5.

    Clean the panels with a soft dry cloth, do not use cleaning agents.

  • 6.

    Do not bend the panels with the linker still attached.

  • 7.

    Do not attach the panels together with anything other than its original panel linkers.

  • 8.

    Do not puncture the panels with any nails or screws during installation.

  • 9.

    Do not attach the panels to a ceiling without consulting a qualified contractor and using additional mounting hardware designed to prevent the panels from falling.

  • 10.

    Do not attach the panels to the floor where they may get stepped on.

  • 11.

    Do not place the panels in water, or expose the panels to water.

  • 12.

    Do not use mounting tape for the following surfaces: brick or mortar wall, wallpaper, uneven/bumpy or textured surfaces.

Hello, Traveller! Hallo Reisender! Bonjour voyageur ! Halo, Wisatawan! Ciao, Viaggiatore! ようこそ、旅行者の皆様。 안녕하세요, 여행자 여러분들! สวัสดีนักเดินทาง! Xin chào, khách du lịch! 您好,喜愛旅行的各位!

We think there might be a better match for your location and language :) You can set these below for local prices and the fastest delivery. Wir glauben, dass es für Ihren Standort und Ihre Sprache eine bessere Übereinstimmung geben könnte :) Diese können diese unten einstellen, um lokale Preise und die schnellste Lieferung zu erhalten. Nous pensons qu’il pourrait y avoir de meilleurs résultats correspondant à votre emplacement et à votre langue :) Vous pouvez les préciser ci-dessous pour avoir une idée sur les prix locaux et les meilleurs délais de livraison. Kami pikir mungkin ada kecocokan yang lebih baik untuk lokasi dan bahasa Anda :) Anda dapat mengaturnya di bawah ini untuk harga lokal dan pengiriman tercepat. Potrebbe esserci una corrispondenza migliore per la località e la lingua da te scelta :) Impostale qui sotto per i prezzi a livello locale e una consegna più rapida. お客様の地域や言語によりピッタリのウェブページをお選びください :)以下から、現地の価格や最短の配信をご設定いただけます。 귀하의 위치와 언어에 더 적합한 매치가 있으리라 생각합니다. 지역 금액 및 가장 빠른 배송을 위해 귀하는 위치와 언어를 아래에서 설정할 수 있습니다. เราพบว่ามีตัวเลือกที่ดีกว่าสำหรับที่อยู่และภาษาของคุณ คุณสามารถตั้งค่าข้อมูลเหล่านี้ด้านล่างสำหรับราคาท้องถิ่นและเวลาจัดส่งที่เร็วที่สุด Chúng tôi nghĩ rằng có thể có sự phù hợp tốt hơn cho vị trí và ngôn ngữ của bạn :) Bạn có thể đặt những điều này bên dưới để có giá địa phương và giao hàng nhanh nhất. 使用自己的位置和語言肯定更順手吧:)您可以在下方設定這些選項,並取得當地價格與最快的交付。

off
Discount code will be applied* at checkout.
*for all eligible products
Please Add Video Link
Get Help

Get Help

Welcome to Nanoleaf Chat

Welcome! Our team is available for livechat 24/7 and normally responds within 5 minutes. In the meantime, you can also check out our Helpdesk for answers to common questions and simple fixes!

Please fill out the following input field.
Something went wrong, please try again.
Hey there! Thanks for reaching out, you are connected with .
is typing