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Zooz Zen21-Zen24 Z-wave Smart Switch 3-way Installation

The Zooz Z-Wave Switches Zen21, Zen22, Zen23 and Zen24 wire in differently than other smart switches when it comes to 3-way circuits. To make smart switches more affordable, the Zooz switches allow you to use a normal mechanical switch as the remote switch, which can save USD $15 per circuit minimum. Zooz Zen21 on Amazon…
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Setting up Fibaro RGBW Micro Controller

Today we are going look at my outdoor holiday lighting configuration, which is centered around the Fibaro RGBW Micro Controller and TinKin IP67 RGBW LED strips. This is a Z-wave controller that will work with the Samsung SmartThings hub.

LIVE: 3-Way Smart Switch Questions and Answers

The most common question I get is “can I use a regular 3 way switch with a smart switch”. In this video, I answer this question as well as review some non-standard wiring configurations for 3-way switches. Also, at the end, I go over how to wire in a 4 way smart switch.

REVIEW Ecobee3 Smart Wifi Thermostat

Today I’m going to replace my thermostat with the Ecobee3 smart wifi thermostat. And, in my home, I have a special circumstance in that I only have four wires that go from my existing thermostat over to my mechanical closet, so in addition to the Ecobee3 setup and review, we’ll also be installing the power…
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Logitech Harmony Hub Review and Setup

Review and setup the Logitech Harmony Hub, connect it to the Amazon Echo Dot to control Vizio 4K display and home entertainment center. In a previous video I talked about the various ways that you can use the Amazon Echo Dot to stream Amazon Prime Music to a surround sound system using a bluetooth connection.…
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DIY 3 Way Switch Lutron Caseta Wireless Dimmer Install with No Neutral Wire or Traveller Wire

DIY installation of the Lutron Caseta In Wall Wireless Smart Switch Dimmer. This video will explain how to install, setup and configure the switch in a single and 3-way switch installation. At the end of the video I will connect both the smart switch and the pico remote into the Wink Hub 2 using the…
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Logitech Harmony Companion All in One Remote Control

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Osram Lightify LED A19 Setup & Review with Wink Hub 2 and Amazon Echo

The @OSRAMAmericas #Lightify A19 Full Color LED Smart Light Bulb is an easy #DIY setup. The Osram Sylvania line is a solid alternative to the Philips Hue line of smart LED lighting. Whether you are looking to enhance your smart home or just add intelligent accent lighting, smart lighting is the way to go. With…
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DIY 3 Way Switch GE Leviton Z-wave Smart Switch Installation

Step by step DIY 3 way switch installation instructions for your GE or Leviton Z-wave smart switch. Smart home automation would not be complete without a 3 way switch. Today we will go through the details of installing a zwave 3 way dimmer switch. The instructions are the same for a non-dimming zwave 3 way…
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Wink Hub Troubleshooting Pairing Z-wave Smart Switches

This video is intended to help you solve some of the most common problems you will have when trying to connect a smart device to your Wink Hub. These suggestions will also work with the SmartThings hub, but the step by step instructions in this video will be Wink specific. If you’re a SmartThings user,…
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