If you have one switch that controls multiple lights (rather than multiple switches, each controlling one light each), you will need to use the L2 ports which would control the second light with the same switch. 8. Set the brightness level Your dimmer switch will also have a dim level con...
Before we dive into configuring the Dimmer Switch to perform new tricks, let’s first highlight how to make it do all its old tricks. By default, the Switch turns the lights on with the top button, brights and dims the lights with the middle buttons, and turns off the lights wit...
However, this could be a detriment to the fluorescent fixture’s life. Fluorescent lights do work well with motion sensors and dimmers. Plus, when you switch off/on these sensors, it actually decreases the light’s lifespan. So, you might want technology that enables frequent off/on switchi...
A pull chain light fixture is easy to install and it is a great option for rooms that don't require a dedicated light switch, such as closets and basements.
Most dimmers are rated for 600 watts of power consumption, so if you have several light fixtures which will be controlled by the 3-way dimmer switch you will need to count the number of fixtures, the number of lamps per fixture and the watts per lamp. Calculate the total watts which wil...
Please refer to the Video first: TP-Link smart devices can be controlled by Kasa App locally and remotely. By this means we can easily make the home smart. This article will introduce how to connect the TP-Link Smart Plug/Switch to the home network. ...
Now, I can have the Power button on the Hue Dimmer Switch trigger only the light scene I want (meaning no “on/off” behavior), while the dimmer and Hue buttons can trigger separate scenes. Just tap a button field to pick which HomeKit scenes and accessories that button will...
For the brightest level, the switch closes the circuits for both filaments, so the bulb operates at 150 watts. Read More Lots More Information Related HowStuffWorks Articles How Light Works How Atoms Work How Fluorescent Lamps Work How Black Lights Work How Dimmer Switches Work How LEDs Work...
If you have dimmable lights, select a power supply that is also dimmable. You could also place a dimmer switch between the power supply and the LEDs. Another option is to hardwire the LED strips to your existing electrical supply with a hardwire power supply. The installation is tough and ...
Connect the black wire from the dimmer switch to the black wire of the light fixture. Connect the white wire from the switch to the white wire of the fixture using wire nuts. Tighten the wire nuts clockwise and wrap with electrical tape. Step 22 Connect the bare copper ground to the grou...