ᐅ Which type of light switch is compatible with Philips Hue?
Created on: 22 Nov 2024 08:40
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FrankChief
Hello,
I want to start retrofitting smart home features in our house.
I want to begin with the lighting, and I have already chosen smart bulbs – Philips Hue.
I plan to use Philips Hue everywhere because they have the most complete range and a wide selection.
What I like most about Hue is their ability to display different colors and create various color gradients in scenes.
For the most part, I will only replace the light bulbs and only occasionally the entire fixture.
Philips Hue bulbs require constant power, so we definitely need to replace the light switches.
My question to you is: which light switch would you recommend for Philips Hue?
There is the Philips Hue wall module that supports all my needs, but (I don’t know why) it runs on batteries.
I don’t want to regularly remove the switches to change batteries.
Does anyone know of a light switch or in-wall module that can provide constant power to Hue and still pass the switch signal to Hue when operated?
The basic functions should still work even if the Hue Bridge or Home Assistant fails, so the main functions (ON and OFF) must continue to operate via the light switch.
The original in-wall module can establish a direct Zigbee connection to the bulb, and as long as both have power, the light switch can still turn the light on and off.
Is there an alternative that supports the original wall module’s functions but is powered directly (since power is available right at the light switch)?
Thank you very much for your tips.
I want to start retrofitting smart home features in our house.
I want to begin with the lighting, and I have already chosen smart bulbs – Philips Hue.
I plan to use Philips Hue everywhere because they have the most complete range and a wide selection.
What I like most about Hue is their ability to display different colors and create various color gradients in scenes.
For the most part, I will only replace the light bulbs and only occasionally the entire fixture.
Philips Hue bulbs require constant power, so we definitely need to replace the light switches.
My question to you is: which light switch would you recommend for Philips Hue?
There is the Philips Hue wall module that supports all my needs, but (I don’t know why) it runs on batteries.
I don’t want to regularly remove the switches to change batteries.
Does anyone know of a light switch or in-wall module that can provide constant power to Hue and still pass the switch signal to Hue when operated?
The basic functions should still work even if the Hue Bridge or Home Assistant fails, so the main functions (ON and OFF) must continue to operate via the light switch.
The original in-wall module can establish a direct Zigbee connection to the bulb, and as long as both have power, the light switch can still turn the light on and off.
Is there an alternative that supports the original wall module’s functions but is powered directly (since power is available right at the light switch)?
Thank you very much for your tips.
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FrankChief22 Nov 2024 09:50Yes, I only need a flush-mount module that does not trigger the relay when the button is pressed or ideally does not have a relay at all, so it can be directly paired with the lamp via Zigbee binding.
Does anyone perhaps know of such a flush-mount module?
Does anyone perhaps know of such a flush-mount module?
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os24laenger22 Nov 2024 13:57Hi Frank, BundJ once had what you are looking for. It’s called Light Link, quite expensive and difficult to program (I have some). However, there are now several flush-mounted modules from other manufacturers. It’s best to search for "flush-mounted Zigbee control unit or controller." I found a few within minutes, for example from the brand Led T R A D I N G, but I can’t say how good they are.
FrankChief schrieb:
The Philips Hue lamps require continuous power, so we definitely need to replace the light switch.Why? Just keep the regular light switch permanently on and control the on/off function via voice commands.C
chand198622 Nov 2024 16:17FrankChief schrieb:
Yes,
I only need a flush-mounted module that does not trigger the relay when the button is pressed, or one that has no relay at all and can be directly linked to the lamp via Zigbee binding.
Does anyone happen to know such a flush-mounted module? Hmm… we use push buttons with piezo elements. The required voltage is generated by pressing the button—no battery changes needed. However, I didn’t purchase them myself and only assisted with the installation, so I don’t know the brand right now. Just remember the steep price of €60 per button.
Still, it’s a great solution. From visitors to cleaning staff—not everyone wants to talk to the house. Also, the voice control was down for 48 hours recently—so we ended up using the buttons ourselves again.
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chand198622 Nov 2024 16:22Zaba123 schrieb:
Why? Just leave the regular light switch on permanently and control on/off via voice commands.This is for situations where you want to turn it off without using voice control. Also, I find it inconvenient to talk to Siri (in our case) when I’m standing right next to the switch panel in the hallway wearing shoes. Voice control isn’t always the better solution automatically in every situation.chand1986 schrieb:
For cases where it should be turned OFF without voice control. Also, I find it unnecessary to talk to Siri (in our case) when I’m standing right next to the switch panel in the hallway with my shoes on anyway. Voice control doesn’t automatically provide a better solution in every situation. I can only speak for ourselves; it has been working perfectly in our dining room for all children and adults for 5.5 years.