Step-by-step Guide
The Linea Mini is the centrepiece of any coffee station, and with the La Marzocco Home App, we can unlock tons of useful features. Connecting to the Linea Mini is quick and easy, letting us control temperature, steam pressure, scheduling, and more right from our phone.
Let’s walk through the app setup and features step by step!
Plug in the Linea Mini and switch it on using the rocker switch located on the lower back right side of the machine.
Put the Linea Mini into Bluetooth Mode
To connect the Linea Mini to the app, we need Bluetooth:
- Check that Bluetooth is on for our phone and that the Bluetooth pool is not full.
- On the Mini, turn off the power.
- Move the brewing paddle to the left.
- Turn the power back on while keeping the paddle in the left position.
- The machine is now in Bluetooth pairing mode!
Add Your Linea Mini in the App
Now, open the La Marzocco Home App:
- Tap ‘ADD NEW MACHINE’ to open the Found Devices screen.
- Select ‘Linea Mini’ from the list of available devices.
- Tap ‘CONTINUE SETUP’ to move forward.
Connect to Wi-Fi
The Linea Mini connects to your home Wi-Fi network:
- Choose a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network (not 5GHz).
- Tap ‘CONTINUE’ and enter your Wi-Fi password.
- Wait for the connection to be completed.
Pro Tip: If your connection fails, try moving closer to your router during setup.
Personalise Your Linea Mini
Make your machine feel like home!
- Give it a name (e.g., “My Espresso Setup” or “Morning Ritual”).
- Choose a location (e.g., Kitchen, Coffee Bar).
- Tap ‘CONTINUE’ to finalise the setup.
Just like that, your Linea Mini is connected!
App Features for the Mini!
Now that your Linea Mini is paired with the La Marzocco Home App, you can customise the following:
Dashboard
- Coffee Station: Connect the Linea Mini, Pico and a Connected scale to access brew-by-weight and grind-by-weight.
- Status: Allows you to turn your machine on or place it into standby.
BOLIERS
- Coffee Boiler: Adjust the water temperature for making espresso.
- Steam Boiler: Choose between 3 levels of steam pressure. The steam boiler can also be turned off to save power while leaving the coffee boiler on.
BREW BY WEIGHT
- Connected Scale: Brew-by-weight uses a compatible scale to automatically stop brewing at your desired weight. Add the La Marzocco connected scale to your setup and monitor your brew-by-weight settings. You can also retrain the connected scale as needed.
- Yield Dose 1: This can be set to any weight in grams.
- Yield Dose 2: This can be set to any weight in grams.
- Continuous: This is the manual option for brewing with the connected scale.
MACHINE
- Rinse: Control the amount of time that the group dispenses when manually rinsing. It can be activated by quickly moving the brewing paddle on the machine back and forth. Sometimes people call this a purge.
- Pre-Brewing: Using the pump, this feature introduces a small amount of water to the coffee puck, followed by a pause. Customize how long you would like the on and off time to be for the pre-brew.
- Pre-Infusion Setting: This feature is available when your machine is plumbed-in, you can work with our Home Solutions Team and purchase the Plumb-in kit if you are interested.
- Auto Backflush: Clean your machine using this automated cycle that takes about 2 minutes.
Scheduling
- Auto Standby: Conserve power by placing the machine into standby mode after a set amount of time following your last brew or after the machine was powered on.
- On/Off Scheduling: Program specific times for the machine to power on and off, ensuring it’s ready when you are and saving energy during idle periods.
- Remote Operation: Turn the machine on or off remotely through the app, offering convenience and control from a distance.
My Stats
- Performance Statistics: Access data such as the number of shots pulled over the machine’s lifetime, helping you monitor usage and maintenance needs.
- Resource Library: Gain access to a collection of how-to guides and frequently asked questions to enhance your barista skills and troubleshoot common issues.
Settings
- Auto Update: When active, the gateway will automatically update to the latest version when it becomes available.
- Plumb-in: If you are working with a technician to plumb-in your machine, you will find the activation mode here.
- Machine Users: Share your machine with a new user.
- Factory Reset: Reset your machine to the factory settings.
- Unpair: Unpair your machine from the app.
Your perfect espresso setup is just a tap away
Unlock the Full Potential of Your Linea Mini
With the La Marzocco Home App, you’re in total control of your espresso experience. Whether you’re adjusting temperature, scheduling brew times, or fine-tuning your grind, your Linea Mini is now smarter, more precise, and more convenient than ever.
Enjoy the power of precision brewing—right from your phone!
