iDevices DIMMER Users Manual
INSTALLATION & SETUP GUIDE
FOR SINGLE POLE & 3-WAY CONFIGURATIONS
iDEVICES SMART HOME SOLUTIONS
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REQUIRES
• Wi-Fi® 2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n
Compatible Network
• Router Security Settings
Supported: WPA, WPA2, Or None
• Free iDevices® Connected App
TOOLS NEEDED
• Philips Screwdriver
• Flathead Screwdriver
• Pliers
• Wire Cutter/Stripper
• Voltage Detector
• 120VAC “Line” (usually black,
blue or red) And “Neutral”
(usually white) Wires In Each
Gang Box
• Controlling this HomeKit-enabled
accessory requires an iPhone,
iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 8.1
RATINGS
Input: 120VAC, 60Hz
Output: 120AC, 60Hz
CFL/LED 150W
Incandescent/Halogen: 400W
or later.
• Android™ 4.3+ Device With
Bluetooth® Technology
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• Not intended for critical medical or life support equipment.
• The iDevices® Dimmer Switch is not user-serviceable. Do not attempt to open the enclosure for any reason.
• The iDevices® Dimmer Switch must be installed in a manner that conforms to all applicable national,
state, and local building codes.
• The iDevices® Dimmer Switch is intended for dry, indoor use only.
• Ambient operating conditions: 32º F to 104º F (0º C to 40º C), 0-90% humidity, non-condensing.
• Use with branch circuit breaker 20A or less.
• Notice – Use only copper or copper-clad wire with this device.
• Requires a dimmable bulb.
• For control of permanently installed 150W CFL/LED or 400W incandescent/halogen lamp xtures only.
• Dual Gang Installation: The connected incandescent/halogen load must not exceed 350W for each of the
two iDevices® Dimmer Switches.
• Triple Gang Installation: The connected incandescent/halogen load must not exceed 300W for each of the
three iDevices® Dimmer Switches.
RISK OF E LECTR IC SHOCK, SEVE RE BURNS , AND FIRE: Your safety is im port ant to
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us. Ele ctricity is dangerous an d can ca use per sonal injur y and proper ty damage if handled
impro perly. A working knowledge of electrical installation is required to instal l this produc t. If
you are not comfo rtable working wi th elec tricity do not at tempt to install the iDevices® Dimmer
Switc h and see k professional assi stance from a q ualie d elec trician.
BEFORE YOU START
• Read through this Installation Guide in its entirety before starting
installation of your iDevices® Dimmer Switch or removal of your old
switches. Incorrect installation can be dangerous and can damage
your iDevices® Dimmer Switch or your home. The iDevices®
Dimmer Switch is intended to be installed by a qualied
electrician.
• Visit our YouTube channel for tips on installation and setup:
www.YouTube.com/User/iDevicesInc
• Turn OFF the power to the circuit you are working on at your
home’s breaker or fuse panel.
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• Wherever possible, install the iDevices® Dimmer Switch in a non-
metallic gang box and use a non-metallic faceplate, as metal gang
boxes and faceplates can decrease the Wi-Fi® signal strength.
• Check that your mobile device is compatible with the iDevices®
Dimmer Switch at iDevicesinc.com/Compatibility
• It is YOUR responsibility to be sure that products are installed in
accordance with applicable building codes. Check with your local
building ofce if you have questions.
• Download the free iDevices® Connected app.
• For 4-way congurations, visit:
iDevicesinc.com/Support/DimmerSwitch/Setup
Device Reboot. Pressing this
GETTING TO KNOW THE
iDEVICES® DIMMER SWITCH
Turn Light On/Up Dimming. Single tap to turn light on. Press and hold
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to increase brightness. Double tap to increase light to max brightness.
Also, used for 3-way and 4-way pairing.
Turn Light Off/Down Dimming. Single tap to turn light off. Press and
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hold to dim light. Double tap to decrease light to minimum dim level.
Also, used for connecting to the Wi-Fi® network.
Status LED/Night Light. Provides setup status and used as a night
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light during operation. Refer to LED color codes on page 42.
Pull Out Tab. Refer to this when prompted to enter your HomeKit™ setup
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code during the setup on a iOS device. Also used to document the Dimmer
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Switch as the Primary or Secondary in a 3-way or 4-way conguration.
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cycles power to the device.
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Pairing Setup Button. Used to
wirelessly pair multiple Dimmer
Switches for 3-way and 4-way
congurations and for connecting
to the Wi-Fi® network.
DEVICE RESET: Press and hold for
10 seconds until LED blinks red.
Air Gap Switch. Pull air gap
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switch out to disconnect the
power when replacing light bulbs.
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GROUND
INSTALLATION - SINGLE POLE
STEP 1
Turn OFF the power at the circuit breaker.
(Usually Bare Copper
or Green)
LOAD
(Usually Black)
NEUTRAL
(Usually White)
STEP 2
Remove the existing faceplate and switch from the gang box. Take a
photo of the existing wiring for future reference.
STEP 3
LINE
(Usually Black,
Red or Blue)
Conrm the gang box contains a neutral wire (typically white). If
there are no neutral wires present, you may need to run additional
wires, please consult a qualied electrician.
NOTE: Your home’s wiring may differ; please consult a qualied electrician.
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GROUND
(Usually Bare Copper or Green)
STEP 4
Remove both wires from the terminals of the existing switch and
cap with the provided wire nuts. Note: If you have more than two
wires connected to your switch (not including the bare copper or
GROUND
(Usually Bare Copper
or Green)
LOAD
(Usually Black)
NEUTRAL
(Usually White)
green-coated ground wire), please see the 3-way, 4-way installation
instructions. It is not necessary to remove the ground wire.
LINE
(Usually Black,
Red or Blue)
GROUND
NOTE: Your home’s wiring may differ; please consult a qualied electrician.
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(Usually Bare Copper or Green)
STEP 5
Turn the power back ON at the breaker. Using your voltage detector,
identify which of the two wires you removed is energized. This is the
“line” wire. The wire that is not energized is the “load” wire.
GROUND
(Usually Bare Copper
or Green)
LOAD
(Usually Black)
NEUTRAL
(Usually White)
Note these two wires for future reference.
LINE
(Usually Black,
Red or Blue)
GROUND
NOTE: Your home’s wiring may differ; please consult a qualied electrician.
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(Usually Bare Copper or Green)
STEP 6
NEUTRAL
NEUTRAL
(White)
LINE
(Black)
(Usually White)
GROUND
(Usually Bare Copper
or Green)
LINE
(Usually Black, Red or Blue)
LOAD
(Usually Black)
Turn the power back OFF at the breaker and install the iDevices®
Dimmer Switch according to the diagram. Ensure all wire nuts are
securely fastened.
LOAD
(Red)
NOTE: Your home’s wiring may differ; please consult a qualied electrician.
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GROUND
(Bare Copper)
STEP 7
Install the Dimmer Switch into the gang box and install the
faceplate.
STEP 8
LED will light
up purple
Turn the power back ON at the circuit breaker and conrm that the
LED on the Dimmer Switch lights up purple.
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