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REMINDER: This switch is only to be used to control lights (except ballasts or any lights connected to a transformer). Do not use the switches on outlets, fans, or any other inductive load.
This is the digital setup instructions for the White Series Smart 2-1 Switch (On/Off or Dimmer) on the Amazon Echo platform.
Navigating the Instructions
Please click on any of the sections in the Table of Contents to get started. We recommend working your way down as it follows an intentional flow that is user friendly and hub/gateway specific. As always, any questions, please see the Additional Resources links section or submit a ticket, we’re happy to help.
Quick Setup Instructions
Follow these if you have already installed the 2-1 switch before and are just looking for some quick pairing instructions. If this is your first time installing the 2-1 switch, please skip this section and work your way through the various sections below starting with the Prerequisites.
This section assumes the following:
You have a compatible Amazon Echo
You’re aware of the limitations
You’ve wired the switch and it works manually
Let’s begin:
Open up your Amazon Alexa App and click "+" at the top right
On the, "Add" popup menu, click on, "Device"
Then click on, "Switch" under, "Which device would you like to set up?"
Next, on the, "What brand is your switch?" scroll down to the bottom and select, "Other" (Do not select, "Inovelli")
Click on, "Matter" on the, "Which logo is on your device"
Next, on the, "Does your device have a Matter logo", click on, "Yes"
On the, "Is your device powered on?" screen click, "Yes" (assuming your switch is wired and powered on)
Click on, "Scan QR Code" and scan the QR Code located at the bottom left of the switch
Amazon will then start searching for your Inovelli device and your LED Bar will start to pulse blue as shown in Video #1 (if it’s not, please exit out of the setup process and factory reset your switch (see Video #2) and start again)
On the, "Connect to a Thread network", select the Thread network you want to pair your device to
Your Echo should continue to search for, find and let you know that a switch was found and connected
Feel free to add your device to a group
Video #1 & Video #2
Video #1 & Video #2
Video #1: Switch Pulsing Blue after QR Code is scanned
Video #2: Factory resetting your switch
If your LED bar refuses to pulse blue, then please hold down on the top of the paddle as well as the config/favorites button for approximately 20 seconds until the LED Bar turns Red and then let go as shown in, "Video #2" in the drop down above. The LED Bar will blink red three times to confirm as shown in the video below.
IMPORTANT: The Amazon Alexa app has no way of changing the switch from an On/Off Switch to a Dimmer Switch so you will have to do it manually at the switch.
Amazon Echo Limitations
Amazon Echo is a fantastic hub that offers a ton of features along with voice control and is backed by an amazing company.
With that said, there are some limitations with the hub that you should be made aware of.
There is no way to access the advanced features on your switch from the Alexa app (ie: parameters, animated notifications, scene control, etc) and you will only be able to change select parameters locally at the switch
You will have to manually change the switch from an On/Off Switch to a Dimmer Switch and vice versa
You will still be able to control the LED Bar when the switch is in On/Off mode (other platforms, the LED Bar only shows on/off like it should)
Installation Instructions
Before setting up your switch within the Alexa app, you will have to manually install your switch in the wall and have it powered up. In order to do that, you (or your licensed electrician) will need to follow our Wiring Instructions which can be found below:
Pairing Instructions
Please follow the instructions below to include/pair your White Series 2-1 Switch
Open your Amazon Alexa App and click on the, "+" at the top
On the, "Add" popup menu, click on, "Device"
Click on, "Switch" on the, "Which device would you like to set up?" page
On the, "What brand is your switch?", scroll down and click on, "Other" (do not click on, "Inovelli")
On the, "Which logo is on your device?" page, click on, "Matter"
On the page that says, "Does your device have a Matter logo?", click on, "Yes"
On the page that says, "Is your device powered on?", click on, "Yes" (make sure your device is powered on - this does not mean the actual light bulb needs to be on, just that the switch is powered)
On the page that says, "Locate your QR code shown for your device", click on, "Scan QR Code" at the bottom and scan your devices QR Code (located at the bottom left of your switch)
After you've scanned the QR Code, the switch LED Bar should start pulsing blue as shown in Video #1. If it isn't, then please factory reset your switch as shown in Video #2. If the switch successfully pairs to Alexa, the switch LED Bar will flash green three (3) times.
Video #1: Switch Already Pulsing BlueVideo #2: Factory resetting your switch
Hold down on the top of the paddle and the config/favorites button for 20 seconds until the LED Bar turns red and let go (video below is sped up)
Alexa will search for your device
Select the Thread network you'd like your switch paired to and click, "Next"
Amazon will continue to pair your device
If successful, your switch LED Bar will flash green three (3) times and Amazon will let you know a device is found and connected -- click, "Next"
Chose the device you want to setup and then click, "Set Up Device"
Optional: Feel free to add the device to a group and click, "Add To Group"
Once your device is added, click, "Continue" on both of the next pages
Once your switch is successfully paired, check to make sure you have basic functionality of your switch by turning it on/off (if you are going to be using it as a dimmer, please move to the, "Switch Configuration" section below).
NOTE: By default the switch is setup as an On/Off switch so it will only turn On/Off (this means you will not be able to dim). This is for safety reasons. If you'd like to change your switch to be a Dimmer, then please move to the Switch Configuration section below.
Switch Configuration
In this section, we will help you change your switch mode (ie: On/Off or Dimmer) and type (Single-Pole or 3-Way Aux). As noted above, because the Amazon Alexa app is limited in what it can do, we will have to change these settings manually at the switch itself.
If you are trying to setup your switch in Smart Bulb Mode, please still select the Switch Mode and Type from the below instructions, and then follow the directions to setup Smart Bulb Mode
Switch Mode - On/Off
By default, your White Series 2-1 Switch is set to be an On/Off switch and will only turn On/Off (ie: there is no dimming). If this is how you intend to use the switch, you can skip this step. We're just going to show you how to change it to a Dimmer for reference.
To put your White Series 2-1 Switch in On/Off Mode, hold down on the top part of the paddle (on) while simultaneously tapping the configuration button three (3) times (do not let go of the paddle when finished tapping the config button). Wait for the LED Bar to flash solid red (and then let go of the paddle) indicating the switch has changed to an On/Off switch.
Video Demonstration
Video Demonstration
Switch Mode - Dimmer
By default, your White Series 2-1 Switch is set to be an On/Off switch and will only turn On/Off (ie: there is no dimming). If you'd like to change your switch to a Dimmer switch, then please follow the directions below.
To put your White Series 2-1 Switch in Dimmer Mode, hold down on the bottom part of the paddle (off) while simultaneously tapping the configuration button three (3) times (do not let go of the paddle when finished tapping the config button). Wait for the LED Bar to flash solid orange (and then let go of the paddle) indicating the switch has changed to a Dimmer switch.
Video Demonstration
Video Demonstration
Switch Type - Single-Pole
By default, your White Series 2-1 Switch is set to be installed in a Single-Pole setup (ie: one switch controls one load). If this is how you intend to use the switch, you can skip this step. We're just going to show you how to change it to a multi-way (2+ switches controlling a load) with an aux switch for reference.
To have your White Series 2-1 Switch work as a Single-Pole switch, hold down on the bottom part of the paddle (off) while simultaneously tapping the configuration button five (5) times (do not let go of the paddle when finished tapping the config button). Wait for the LED Bar to flash solid violet (and then let go of the paddle) indicating the switch has enabled Single-Pole Mode.
Switch Type - Multi-Way (Dumb)
By default, your White Series 2-1 Switch is set to be installed in a Single-Pole setup (ie: one switch controls one load). If you'd like to change your switch to work in a multi-way setup with a dumb/existing switch, then please follow the directions below.
To have your White Series 2-1 Switch work with your existing, "dumb" switch in a multi-way (3-Way) setting, hold down on the bottom part of the paddle (off) while simultaneously tapping the configuration button five (5) times (do not let go of the paddle when finished tapping the config button). Wait for the LED Bar to flash solid pink (and then let go of the paddle) indicating the switch has enabled 3-Way + Dumb Switch Mode.
Video Demonstration
Video Demonstration
Switch Type - Multi-Way (Aux)
By default, your White Series 2-1 Switch is set to be installed in a Single-Pole setup (ie: one switch controls one load). If you'd like to change your switch to work in a multi-way setup with an auxiliary switch, then please follow the directions below.
To have your White Series 2-1 Switch work with an Auxiliary (Add-On) switch in a multi-way (3-Way) setting, hold down on the top part of the paddle (on) while simultaneously tapping the configuration button five (5) times (do not let go of the paddle when finished tapping the config button). Wait for the LED Bar to flash solid white (and then let go of the paddle) indicating the switch has enabled 3-Way + Aux Switch Mode.
Video Demonstration
Video Demonstration
Advanced Feature Setup
This switch is packed with features and most of them come directly from this community. They've been debated back and forth, added to wishlists, and talked about over the course of 4+ years.
While the advanced features are built into the light switch firmware, they unfortunately are not recognized by the Alexa platform at this time. The only advanced feature Alexa supports is, "Smart Bulb Mode" which is discussed more below.
Smart Bulb Mode
Smart Bulb Mode is a special mode that allows you to use your Inovelli smart switch to control smart bulbs. Rather than cutting power to your smart bulbs, Smart Bulb Mode tells the switch to send a digital signal to your bulbs or your hub to turn on/off or dim.