This short installation guide will
help you upgrade your home
with Brilliant.
It is important that you first
review all of the instructions
to ensure you are comfortable
with the required steps.
If you are unsure about or
uncomfortable with the
installation, go to
brilliant.tech/install for more
instructions, and/or help with
finding a qualified electrician.
Thank you!
The Brilliant Team
Is your circuit 120V?
A 120V circuit is required, and is standard in North
American homes.
Is your wiring up to code, with Neutral and
Ground wires?
Both Neutral and Ground wires are required, and
present in most modern homes. Refer to Steps 5
and 6 for more details about wires.
Are you replacing a single or 3-way/multi-way
switch?
If you are replacing a 3-way/multi-way switch,
meaning that you can control the same light(s)
from more than one switch, you should confirm
that the Brilliant can support your configuration.
Refer to Step 1 for pictures of the supported
configurations.
Do you have the right tools?
A size 2 screwdriver is needed to remove your old
switch, and to install Brilliant.
Is your gang box a standard size?
A gang box is the electrical box in the wall, behind
the light switch. The box must have an interior
width of no less than 45mm, and an interior height
of no less than 70mm. Standard sizes will work.
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Base
In the Box
It’s important to only use
supplied screws.
5 Wire Nuts5 Extra Wires
(optional)
FaceplateBase
(optional)
10 STEPS
To A Better Home
Warning / Attention
Installing this product involves handling high voltage wiring.
Each step of the enclosed instructions must be followed carefully.
To avoid fire, personal injury, or death, turn o your circuit
breakers and follow the proper safety precautions
UNSURE ABOUT HANDLING ELECTRICAL WIRING?
L’installation de ce produit requiert la manipulation de câbles
électriques à haute tension. Veuillez suivre soigneusement les
instructions ci-jointe étape par étape. Afin d’éviter tout risque
d’incendie, de blessure, ou de mort, coupez votre disjoncteur
ou coupe-circuit et suivez les consignes de sécurité avant de
VOUS AVEZ DES DOUTES AU SUJET DE VOTRE CÂBLAGE
TRAVAILLEZ AVEC UN ÉLECTRICIEN QUALIFIÉ.
before proceeding.
CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
continuer.
ÉLECTRIQUE?
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Base
1 Check Compatibility
If your light is controlled by...
2 Switches
Make sure Brilliant is compatible with
the location where you’re installing it.
If the 120V switch you are going to replace
activates a light that other switches also
control (often referred to as 3-way or
multi-way lighting), please find the picture
of your setup on the next pages to confirm
compatibility.
Will work: Two Brilliants
Will work: Brilliant and non-dimming switch
(at either end)
Non-Dimming
Won’t work: Brilliant and dimming switch
(at either end)
Dimming
See Step 6b, or visit
http://support.brilliant.tech
for more info on wiring multi-way circuits.
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If your light is controlled by...
3 or More Switches
Base
2 Turn O Power
Will work: All Brilliants (connected through WiFi)
Will work: Brilliant at either end (or both ends) and a
non-dimming switch
Non-Dimming
Won’t work: Brilliant in the middle
Won’t work: Brilliant at the end, with a dimmer
anywhere else
Dimming
Turn the circuit breaker to OFF.
Kitchen
TV Room
Dining
Bedroom
Stairwell
Guest
Patio
Garage
ON OFF ON OFF
Before Proceeding
Avant de continuer
Confirm you’ve turned o the right breaker by flipping your light
switch on and o. If you have turned o the correct breaker, your
light won’t turn on.
Confirmez que le bon coupe-circuit est éteint en utilisant
l’interrupteur à remplacer. Si le bon coupe-circuit est eectivement
éteint, vos lumières ne devraient pas s’allumer.
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Base
3 Remove Light Switch
Unscrew your old switch cover and
light switch from the wall.
Pull the light switch out from the gang
box, and take pictures of the wires, in case
you need to reference them later. Then,
disconnect the attached wires, and remove
your old light switch.
4 Identify Your Circuit
Single Pole (Go to 5a)
One light switch that controls a light or
set of lights.
3-Way/Multi-Way (Go to 6a)
Two or more light switches that control the
same set of lights.
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Single Pole
Single Pole
5a Identify Your Wires
Ground wire(s) (exposed green or copper)
typically come from the wall box
Line and load wires (black or red)
are connected to your old switch
Neutral wire(s) (white)
typically come in a bundle and are fastened together
by a wire nut. You must connect all of them.
5b Connect Wires
Green or CopperWhite
N
Black or Red
L1
L2
Black or Red
Symbol
Ground
Line/Load*
C
L1
Line/Load*
N
Neutral
*Line and Load are interchangeable.
Brilliant will automatically sense which is which.
C
Wall Wires
Green/Copper
Black or Red
Black or Red
White
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Wires and Wire Nuts
Wires and Wire Nuts are used to connect
two or more wires together, or extend the
length. They are not usually needed, but
you will often use them for Neutral wires.
Select a wire extension from the box.
Match the color of the wires you’re
connecting.
Holding the wires together and parallel,
twist them together. Insert them into a
wire nut, and twist the wire nut clockwise
until secure. Double check by tugging on
the wires.
Base
Single Pole
5c Screws and Wires
Step 1
Place wires in hole as deep as possible.
Step 2
Turn screw clockwise with screwdriver.
Step 3
Tighten until wires are secure. Test by tugging.
Then go to Step 7
Tuck the bundle into the back of the
gang box.
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3-Way/Multiway
Base
3-Way/Multiway
6a Identify Your Wires
Ground wire(s) (exposed green or copper)
typically come from the wall box
Common (black)
is connected to your old switch
Traveler wires
(black and red)
are connected to
your old switch
6b Connect Wires
Green or CopperWhite
N
Black Traveler
Black Common
Symbol
Ground
Common
C
Traveler 1*
L1
Neutral
N
Traveler 2*
L2
L1
C
Red Traveler
(Remove 3-Way Sticker)
L2
Wall Wires
Green/Copper
Black Common
Black Traveler
White
Red Traveler
Neutral wire(s) (white)
typically come in a pair and are fastened together
by a wire nut. You must connect all of them.
*Traveler wires are interchangeable.
Brilliant will automatically sense which is which.
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Wires and Wire Nuts
Wires and Wire Nuts are used to connect
two or more wires together, or extend the
length. They are not usually needed, but
you will often use them for Neutral wires.
Select a wire extension from the box.
Match the color of the wires you’re
connecting.
Holding the wires together and parallel,
twist them together. insert them into a
wire nut, and twist the wire nut clockwise
until secure. Double check by tugging on
wires.
Base
3-Way/Multiway
6c Screws and Wires
Step 1
Place wires in hole as deep as possible.
Step 2
Turn screw clockwise with screwdriver.
Step 3
Tighten until wires are secure. Test by tugging.
Tuck the bundle into the back of the
gang box.
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7 Install Base
Place wires in the gang box
and attach the Base.
Strain Reliefs
8 Test Light
Press
Before Proceeding
The strain reliefs are designed to bend to accommodate dierences in
gang box styles and mountings. Some bending of the strain reliefs is
normal, but be careful not to overtighten. Once the strain reliefs start
to bend, you can stop.
Les décharges de traction sont étudiées afin de permettre à notre
produit de s’adapter à diérents types de corets de branchement.
Un certain fléchissement des décharges est normal, mais prenez
garde de ne pas serrer trop fort. Des que les décharges commencent à
fléchir, vous pouvez arrêter de serrer.
Avant de continuer
Turn the circuit breaker back on to provide
power to the Base. Press the white button
in the center to turn the light on and o. If
the light does not turn on/o, do not install
the Faceplate. Instead, turn the breaker o,
remove the screws, and re-check your wire
connections.
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9 Secure Faceplate
Test the Base and secure the Faceplate.
10 Configure Brilliant
Begin Configuration
Tap the “Begin Configuration”
button to start the process, and
follow the prompts.
Connect Wi-Fi
Next, it will ask you to connect
to Wi-Fi, and it is important to
do this so you can access your
other smart home devices.
SideFront
Line up the brackets on the Base with the
holes on the Faceplate. Press the Faceplate
into the brackets and slide down until it
clicks. The Faceplate will start up.
Configuration complete
Once the configuration is
complete, you can “Add Devices”
to connect Brilliant to your
supported smart home devices.
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Congratulations, you’re
done with installation.
Use the Brilliant App to complete setup.
You can download the Brilliant App on
your iOS or Android device.
Make your whole
home Brilliant
Once you’ve set Brilliant up, it’s easy to add
more. They’ll automatically set themselves
up and give you all the benefits of Brilliant
throughout your home, including room-to-room
video intercom and more.
For help, educational videos, and additional
product information
visit us: http://support.brilliant.tech
Have a more pressing question?
email: support@brilliant.tech
2 switches3 switches4 switches
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Removing and
replacing the display
frame with a new color
Step 1
Before proceeding, remove the Faceplate
from the Base. Put one hand above it, and
grab both sides with the other hand. Then,
slide it up and o.
Step 2
Next, with two hands and your fingers on
the lower edge of the frame, gently pull
slightly down on the rear edge of the frame
until the clips come loose, and the bottom
edge of the frame releases from the display.
Step 3
Pull forward. Once the lower edge comes
loose, continue to rotate the bottom
edge up until you can easily unclip the
upper hooks from the top edge of the
Faceplate.
To attach a new frame, clip the top clips
onto the top edge of the Faceplate and
then rotate it down until the frame is
seated. To ensure the frame is properly
clipped on, first squeeze the lower two
corners and then squeeze the upper
two corners. You can now reattach the
Faceplate to the wall.
6+ replaceable color frame options, such
as ivory, black, and silver, are available at
http://www.brilliant.tech
Side ViewSide View
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www.brilliant.tech
Contains FCC ID:VPYLB1DX
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to
which the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
510-00001 REV8
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