Etekcity ESWD16 Users Manual
User Manual
Smart WiFi
Dimmer Switch
Model: ESWD16
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Thank you for purchasing the Smart WiFi
Dimmer Light Switch by Etekcity.
The smart dimmer switch allows you to control lights, such as
LED, fluorescent, halogen, and incandescent bulbs, using your
iOS™ or Android™ smartphone. With the VeSync app, connect
the smart dimmer switch to your home WiFi network to control
your lights from anywhere, at any time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our
helpful Customer Support Team at support@etekcity.com.
We hope you enjoy your new smart dimmer switch!
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Table of Contents
Specifications
Safety Information
Product Requirements
Product Diagram
WiFi Indicator
Installation
• What You’ll Need
• Checking Wires
• Connection Schematic
• About the Wires
• Removing the Old Light Switch
• Installing the Smart Dimmer Switch
VeSync App Setup
Configuration
Using the App
• Turning the Dimmer Switch On/Off
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• Indicator Lights
• RGB Light
• Schedules
• Timer
Smart Dimmer Switch Settings
Share Your Smart Dimmer Switch
Delete a Smart Dimmer Switch
More Features
• Connecting with Amazon Alexa
• Connecting with Google Assistant
• Contact Customer Support
Maintaining Your Smart Light Switch
• Firmware Updates
• Resetting
Troubleshooting
Warranty Information
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Customer Support
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Specifications
Dimensions 4.92 x 3.14 x 1.67 in / 12.5 x 8 x 4.25 cm
Communication Mode IEEE802.11b/g/n (WiFi)
Communication Frequency 2.4GHz
Wireless Distance
(Switch to Router)
Maximum Switch Current
Power 120V, 60Hz
Maximum Load 1800W incandescent
Operating Environment 14º–100ºF / -10º–38ºC
Storage and Transportation
Environment
Compatible Systems iOS™ 8.0 or higher / Android™ 4.3 or higher
98–164 ft / 30–50 m (max visible range)
LED/CFL: 180W
Halogen/Incandescent: 400W
-4º–158ºF / -20–70ºC
Note: The number of lights your smart dimmer switch can control depends on
the type of bulb and whether multiple dimmer switches are installed in a multiswitch box.
For example, if the maximum load is 150W, and you use LED 10W bulbs, then
the dimmer switch can support 15 bulbs. If you use LED 15W bulbs, the dimmer
switch can support 10 bulbs.
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Single-Switch Box:
LED/CFL: Maximum 180W
Halogen/Incandescent:
Maximum 400W
Multi-Switch Box (with more than 2 dimmer switches installed):
LED/CFL: Maximum 150W
Halogen/Incandescent:
Maximum 300W
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Safety Information
To reduce the risk of injury and/or damage to this
dimmer switch, please read and follow all instructions
and safety guidelines in this manual.
Installation
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
• Before installing and wiring, TURN OFF POWER by locking
the appropriate circuit breaker in the OFF position or
removing the appropriate fuse. Use a non-contact voltage
tester to ensure all electrical power is off. Installing and
wiring with active electrical power may result in serious injury
or death.
• Only install the smart dimmer switch if you are comfortable
with electrical work. If not, contact a qualified electrician.
Improper installation significantly increases the risk of fire,
electric shock, and other injuries.
• The smart dimmer switch must be installed and used in
accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC) or your
local electrical code.
• Do not install the smart dimmer switch with wet hands or
when standing on wet or damp surfaces.
Note: Etekcity cannot guarantee the quality of installation,
and cannot cover associated costs.
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General Safety
• Only use your smart dimmer switch to control incandescent,
LED, halogen, and compact fluorescent light bulbs. Using your
smart dimmer switch for other purposes may result in serious
injury, property damage, or death.
• Only use indoors, in a dry location with ambient temperature
controls, avoiding extreme heat and freezing temperatures.
• Do not modify the smart dimmer switch hardware or
software. This may cause injury or property damage, and will
void the warranty.
• Household use only.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Product Requirements
• In-wall installation with hardwired connections
• Neutral wire
• Bulb with dimming capability
Note: If a non-dimming bulb is used, it may burn out.
• An electrical box that is more than 2 inches deep
• A smartphone running iOS 8.0 or higher, or running Android
4.3 or higher
• A 2.4GHz WiFi connection (supports 802.11b/g/n standard)
Note: The smart dimmer switch is compatible with
incandescent, LED, halogen, and compact fluorescent
light bulbs.
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Product Diagram
A
B
D
E
C
A. Increase Button
B. Decrease Button
C. Power Button
F
G
Front
E. Brightness Level
Indicators
F. Power Indicator
D. RGB Light
G. WiFi Indicator
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Increase / Decrease Buttons
• These buttons raise or lower the brightness level of the light.
Brightness Level Indicators
• The 5 indicators represent the 5 brightness levels. You can turn
these indicator lights off in the VeSync app (see page 23).
RGB Light
• Lights up in a color of your choice. Use the VeSync app to set
the color and to turn it on/off (see page 24).
Power Button / Indicator
• Use to turn the light on/off.
• When the switch is OFF, the power indicator will be ON.
• When the switch is ON, the power indicator will be OFF.
• You can manually turn the indicator light off in the VeSync
app (see page 23).
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WiFi Indicator
WiFi Indicator Status
WiFi Indicator is off
Switch is not configured.
WiFi Indicator is turned off in the
VeSync app.
WiFi Indicator is solid
white
WiFi Indicator blinks 1 time
per second
WiFi Indicator blinks 4
times per second (10 total
times)
WiFi Indicator blinks 2
times per 5 seconds
WiFi Indicator blinks 1 time
Switch configuration was successful.
Switch is in Configuration Mode (see
page 21).
Switch is being reset (see page 39).
Switch has not connected with router.
Switch has connected with router, but
per 5 seconds
is not connected to the internet.
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Installation
What You’ll Need
Scan the QR code or click here for a video
walkthrough of the installation guide.
Watching the video walkthrough is highly
recommended.
• Non-contact voltage tester
• Wire nuts (twist-on wire connectors)
• Pliers
• Philips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Insulated gloves
CAUTION:
• Only install the smart dimmer switch if you are familiar and
comfortable with electrical work. If not, contact a qualified
electrician. Improper installation significantly increases the
risk of fire, electric shock, injuries, or even death.
• Wear insulated gloves while installing the smart dimmer
switch.
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Checking Wires
1. Use the voltage tester to test a powered electrical cable to
make sure the voltage tester is working. If the voltage tester
lights up, it’s working.
2. To avoid electric shock, TURN OFF THE POWER by turning
off the circuit breaker before installation.
Note: You may need to shut off more than 1 circuit breaker or
switch to make sure the power is off.
3. Unscrew and remove the faceplate from the old switch.
4. Use the voltage tester to test around the old switch to make
sure that the power is OFF. Flip your switch on and off a few
times to confirm. The voltage tester should not light up, and
the light should not turn on.
5. Unscrew and pull out the old switch (without detaching the
wires).
6. Check to see if there are 4 wires connected to your old
switch. These wires are the ground, load, line (or “live”),
and neutral wires. If you do not see at least 4 wires in
the junction box, the smart dimmer switch may not be
compatible with that junction box. You can check other
switches in your home to see if there are compatible junction
boxes.
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Connection Schematic
L
N
G
Line
Neutral
Ground
Load
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About the Wires
Load
• This wire connects the dimmer switch to appliances.
This is the wire that the smart dimmer switch
controls. All switches have a load wire.
Line (“Live”)
• This wire brings electricity to the dimmer switch. All
switches have a line wire.
CAUTION: Never twine the load wire and the line wire
together or connect them both to power. Only the line wire
should be connected to power.
Neutral
• Some old switches do not have a neutral wire.
However, a neutral wire is required to install the
smart dimmer switch. This is because the smart
dimmer switch needs to be powered on at all times
to operate.
• If you cannot find a neutral wire in your switch
junction box, contact a qualified electrician to rewire
the switch.
CAUTION: Never connect the neutral wire with any other wire.
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