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- Page 1 User Manual Smart WiFi Dimmer Switch Model: ESWD16 Questions or Concerns? Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–5:00 pm PST/PDT support@etekcity.com • (855) 686-3835...
- Page 2 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! Become an Etekcitizen Exclusive deals, giveaways, and product registration.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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 •... -
Page 4: Specifications
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 98–164 ft / 30–50 m (max visible range) (Switch to Router) LED/CFL: 180W Maximum Load Halogen/Incandescent: 400W Power 120V, 60Hz Operating Environment... - Page 5 Note: The number of lights the smart dimmer switch can control depends on the type of bulb and whether multiple dimmer switches are installed in a multi-switch junction box. For example, if the maximum load is 150W, and you use LED 10W bulbs, then the dimmer switch can support 15 bulbs.
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Page 6: Safety Information
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. - Page 7 General Safety • CAUTION: FOR CONTROL OF INCANDESCENT, HALOGEN, CFL, OR LED LUMINAIRES ONLY. • 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.
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Page 8: Product Requirements
Product Requirements • In-wall installation with hardwired connections • Neutral wire (see page 15) • Bulb with dimming capability Note: If a non-dimming bulb is used, it may burn out. • A junction box that is more than 2 inches deep •... -
Page 9: Product Diagram
Product Diagram Front Increase Button Brightness Level Decrease Button Indicators Power Button Power Indicator RGB Light WiFi Indicator... - Page 10 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 •...
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Page 11: Wifi Indicator
WiFi Indicator WiFi Indicator Status WiFi Indicator is off Switch is configured. WiFi Indicator blinks 1 time Switch is in Configuration Mode (see page 21). per second WiFi Indicator blinks 4 times per second (10 total Switch is being reset (see page 40). times) WiFi Indicator blinks 2 Switch has not connected with router. -
Page 12: Installation
Installation What You’ll Need • 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. -
Page 13: Checking Wires
Checking Wires 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. 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. -
Page 14: Connection Schematic
Connection Schematic... -
Page 15: About The Wires
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. - Page 16 Ground • A ground wire is not required for the smart dimmer switch to work, as not all switches need ground wires. • However, if a ground wire is present, it must be connected to the smart dimmer switch. Wire Nuts •...
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Page 17: Removing The Old Light Switch
Removing the Old Light Switch After taking off the faceplate and checking the wires, use the voltage tester again to test for any current around the wires. Unscrew a wire from the old light switch. Use pliers to straighten the wire. Then, screw a wire nut onto that wire. Follow the same steps for the other 3 wires. -
Page 18: Installing The Smart Dimmer Switch
Installing the Smart Dimmer Switch Make sure you understand the 4 wires on your smart dimmer switch and the wires inside the junction box. Check the labels on the switch next to each wire. Ground Neutral Line Load Connect the white wire to the neutral wire, which is usually white as well, by screwing a wire nut tightly around the 2 wires. - Page 19 Connect the green wire to the ground wire, which is also usually green. Connect the black line wire to the line wire, which is usually black or red. Connect the red load wire to the load wire, which may be any color except green.
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Page 20: Vesync App Setup
VeSync App Setup Note: Due to continuing updates and improvements, the VeSync app may appear slightly different. In case of any differences, follow the in-app instructions. To download the VeSync app, scan the QR code or search “VeSync” in the Apple App Store® or Google Play™ Store. Note: For Android users, you must select Allow to use... -
Page 21: Configuration
Configuration Set up your smart dimmer switch with the VeSync app. After installing your smart dimmer switch, open the VeSync app. to add your smart dimmer switch. - Page 22 Tap Switches. Then, tap Etekcity Dimmer Switch. Follow the in-app instructions to add your smart dimmer switch. Note: After setup is complete, you can change the name and icon at any time by going to the smart dimmer switch screen...
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Page 23: Using The App
Using the App Turning the Dimmer Switch On/Off To turn the dimmer switch on/off, tap on the My Home screen or the dimmer switch screen in the VeSync app. Note: The dimmer switch will remain connected to the internet even when it is turned off. Dimmer switch is off Dimmer switch is on Indicator Lights... -
Page 24: Rgb Light
RGB Light Note: This will change the color of the RGB light on the switch, not the color of the light bulb. From the My Home screen, tap on the name of the dimmer switch to open the dimmer switch screen. to open the RGB Light settings. -
Page 25: Schedules
Schedules You can use a schedule to turn your smart dimmer switch on/off. From the My Home screen, tap on the name of the dimmer switch to open the dimmer switch screen. , then Create Schedule. - Page 26 Start to set the start and end times. Tap confirm the times.
- Page 27 Note: • The dimmer switch will turn off when the time is reached. • When selecting a time, tap < for “Sunrise” and > “Sunset”. Allow the VeSync app to access your location to determine when sunrise and sunset are for your area.
- Page 28 To repeat the schedule, tap Weekly, then tap the desired days. Set a specific brightness level for the schedule between 16%–100%. Confirm to save the schedule.
- Page 29 Schedule to view a list of all schedules. To remove a schedule, swipe left and tap . Tap to collapse the list of schedules.
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Page 30: Timer
Timer You can create a timer to turn your smart dimmer switch on/off. From the My Home screen, tap on the name of the dimmer switch to open the dimmer switch screen. , then Create Timer. - Page 31 Scroll up and down to set the time and tap or Off. to confirm and start the timer. When the timer finishes, the smart dimmer switch will turn on or off based on your selection.
- Page 32 to stop the timer. Tap to restart the timer. to view the timer. To remove the timer, swipe left and tap . Tap to collapse the timer.
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Page 33: Smart Dimmer Switch Settings
Smart Dimmer Switch Settings From the My Home screen, tap on the name of the dimmer switch to open the dimmer switch screen. to see Device Settings. Tap on any setting to change it. -
Page 34: Share Your Smart Dimmer Switch
Share Your Smart Dimmer Switch Use Share Device to allow someone else to control your smart dimmer switch (such as family, friends, roommates, or anyone you choose). Note: • People who you share your smart dimmer switch with must have a VeSync account. •... - Page 35 From the My Home screen, tap on the name of the dimmer switch to open the dimmer switch screen. to see Device Settings, then tap Share Device. on the “Share Device” screen. Type in the email for the VeSync account you want to share your smart dimmer switch with.
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Page 36: Delete A Smart Dimmer Switch
You can delete the smart dimmer switch from the My Home screen in the VeSync app. iOS™: Swipe left on the smart dimmer switch’s name to delete. Android™: Press and hold for 2 seconds on the smart dimmer switch’s name to delete. kcity Dimmer Switch Etekcity Dimmer Switch... - Page 37 You can also delete the smart dimmer switch from Device Settings. From the My Home screen, tap on the name of the dimmer switch to open the dimmer switch screen. to see Device Settings, then tap Delete Device.
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Page 38: More Features
More Features Connecting with Amazon Alexa ® ™ To view instructions in the VeSync app, tap More, then tap Link to Alexa. Note: You must create your own VeSync account to connect with Alexa. Connecting with Google Assistant ™ To view instructions in the VeSync app, tap More, then tap Link to Google Assistant. -
Page 39: Contact Customer Support
Contact Customer Support You can contact our friendly Customer Support Team through the VeSync app, in addition to the help line. • To chat directly with our US office Customer Support Team, Inbox at the bottom of the screen. Then, tap Online support to send a chat message. -
Page 40: Maintaining Your Smart Light Switch
Maintaining Your Smart Dimmer Switch Firmware Updates To keep the smart dimmer switch up to date with the latest improvements and fixes, you should always update the firmware when available. On the Device Settings screen (see page 33), Upgrade Firmware. Resetting Delete the dimmer switch from the VeSync app. -
Page 41: Troubleshooting
Clear your VeSync app cache. • Reset the dimmer switch (see page 40). I can’t find the “Etekcity” access point during configuration. • Press and hold the power button on the dimmer switch for 5–15 seconds to trigger Configuration Mode. The “Etekcity” access point will appear in your list of available WiFi connections. - Page 42 Reset the dimmer switch (see page 40). Once the dimmer switch has been deleted and reset, reconfigure the dimmer switch with the VeSync app (see page 21). When the dimmer switch is online again, go to Device Settings (see page 33), and tap Upgrade Firmware.
- Page 43 FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
- Page 44 FCC Radiation Exposure Notice This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions as documented in this manual.
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Page 45: Warranty Information
For your own reference, we strongly recommend that you record your order ID and date of purchase. Terms & Policy Etekcity Corporation warrants all products to be of the highest quality in material, craftsmanship, and service, effective from the date of purchase to the end of the warranty period. - Page 46 • Damage in return transit. • Unsupervised use by children under 18 years of age. Etekcity Corporation and its subsidiaries assume no liability for damage caused by the use of the product other than for its intended use or as instructed in the user manual.
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Page 47: Customer Support
Customer Support If you have any questions or concerns about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team. Etekcity Corporation 1202 N. Miller St., Suite A Anaheim, CA 92806 Email: support@etekcity.com Toll-Free: (855) 686-3835 Support Hours Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–5:00 pm PST/PDT *Please have your order invoice and order ID ready before contacting Customer Support. - Page 48 Connect with us @Etekcity...
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