I have 6 - 3 way dimmer switches that I want to make Z-Wave. I have the Z-Wave controller. What is the cheapest and easiest way to do that?
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Which controller do you have? The cheapest way (not sure of your location) is to go your local LOWES hardware store and buy the GE IRIS 3- way setup with 2 switches in one box for 44.99. Your Probley going to have alot more questions tho. And you should be asking installation questions. Z-wave switches require a netural wire until non z-wave switches. I feel you should check out the forum of what ever controller your going to use and find out more info before buying. You can ask more questions here also if you'd like.
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I control mine with a zwave switch. Switching it off and on relativly quickly changes the mode or color. Love this light in my pool.
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No. You should not install a dimmer switch on the z-wave dimmer (dimmer on dimmer). Instead install a regular toggle switch or a momentary (push button) switch to operate the dimmer.
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Like Ryan said, move VeraLite to your router, nothing else has to attach to the VeraLite. As z-wave creates a mesh network, if the Vera is too far from your controlled device (ie: Lock or switch) then just add a z-wave ac powered switch or socket in between. I use the GE dimmer socket to provide a route to my birdbath outside. Works great.
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Not by themselves without a 3 way wire. This switch is used to replace existing 3 way wiring setup. However if you use a hub like SmartThings you can using apps and just standard Zwave switches.http://community.smartthings.com/t/have-one-light-switch-trigger-another-light/5294
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You could run a series of extension cords to each lamp (up to this controllers rated capacity ) teethered to this unit as a controler.. or you could look for a remote controlled system to dim each lamp in unison.. but my thinking is while the extension cords may be a bit more unsightly if not done properly.. they definitely will be far less costly... Best Joe
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You'd have to use a control made for motors like for a ceiling fan. You couldn't use a dimmer switch like you use for a light switch.
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Minka Aire WCS223, 3-Speed Light Dimming Wall ControlThis is the remote and the comparible controller. That should take care of what you are looking for. It's what I used and it has worked properly for over a year.
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No, there's no dimmer control (usually a slider or rotating knob.) It's an on/off mechanism. I've used it successfully on 2 switches, one that controls exterior lights and one interior. It has a sunset/sunrise feature that's perfect for us, we're not always around the house and it's nice to have the lights go on automatically without having to think about it.
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It's all on the same frequency so one remote will control all lights. Assuming you are asking because you would like the different sets of lights to dim independently, you can set the favorite on each switch to your preferred level and use that button to achieve the desired effect. For instance, in my application I have two switches, one controlling the front lights and the other controlling the back. I set my favorite to turn the from lights off and dim the back lights 80% when I hit the button during movie time.
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No. This is a slave controller that needs a master in the circuit. You can have any number of slaves, each able to tell the master on/off and dimmer/brighter. We have these in many circuits now, some with three slaves plus the master. They work flawlessly when installed correctly.
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Only with a 12v dimmer switch. The better the quality of the dimmer switch, the lower it will dim down. Most cheap dimmers only dim to about 30%. A good one -+- $100 will dim down to zero
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I would just remove the dimmer and plug directly into a switch-controlled outlet. You could use a dimmer switch to control the outlet, which would accomplish your objective.
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This device has no remote fan/light control (i.e. zwave), and frankly that's the beauty of it. Specifically, you can toss your old lose remote and have just a clean built-in wall switch which independently controls your fan and light over a continuously variable range. If you want a zwave device call Lutron and have them recommend something.
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I wouldn't use this with a light. It's designed for a fan and only has three set levels. Plus this thing is way more expensive then a normal zwave light dimmer.
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Yes, just don't add a wall switch when wiring it to the fan and use Z-Wave to switch on and off. Be sure not to use the triac dimmer model on an inductive load or a newer model with an current limiter on the light fixture portion.
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Yes you can controll dimmer only if use smart home controls like smartthings and other