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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.
NOTICE: If you're having trouble pairing, please ensure the following:
Matter Devices and Controllers Must Be on the Same L2 Network
VLAN Use Requires Matter Controller/Server to operate on that VLAN
Make sure your SmartThings app and your Samsung/SmartThings Border Router firmware is up-to-date
IPv6 Networking is Required for Matter Networks. Link-Local Addresses Are Allowed, Look for a Setting in your Router Called “Enable IPv6.” (Note: This does not require you to configure the IPv6 connection for your entire network)
This is the digital setup instructions for the White Series Smart Dimmer Switch (formerly the 2-1 Switch) on the SmartThings platform.
NOTE: Default LED Bar color is blue.
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 Dimmer switch before and are just looking for some quick pairing instructions. If this is your first time installing the Dimmer 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 SmartThings Hub
You’ve wired the switch and it works manually
You've installed the Edge Driver
Let’s begin:
Open up your SmartThings App and click on, "Devices" at the bottom
Next, click on, "+" at the top and select, "Add Device"
Under where it says, "Partner devices", click on, "Add"
Next, click on, "Matter"
Scan the QR Code on your switch (located at the bottom left) or the QR Code on the back of your package
SmartThings will then search for and add your device (NOTE: If your LED Bar is not automatically pulsing as shown in Video #1, please tap the favorites button 3x as shown in Video #2) - if pairing is successful, the LED Bar will flash green and if unsuccessful, the LED Bar will flash red. If it flashes red, please see Video #3 below to factory reset your device and start this process over
Feel free to change the name and/or change rooms, then click, "Done"
NOTICE: If you're having trouble pairing, please ensure the following:
Matter Devices and Controllers Must Be on the Same L2 Network
VLAN Use Requires Matter Controller/Server to operate on that VLAN
Make sure your SmartThings app and your Samsung/SmartThings Border Router firmware is up-to-date
IPv6 Networking is Required for Matter Networks. Link-Local Addresses Are Allowed, Look for a Setting in your Router Called “Enable IPv6.” (Note: This does not require you to configure the IPv6 connection for your entire network)
Videos
Videos
Video #1: Switch Pulsing Blue after QR Code is scanned
Video #2: Pressing the favorites button 3x
Video #3: Factory resetting your switch
If your LED bar refuses to pulse blue or you are having issues pairing, 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 #3" in the drop down above. The LED Bar will blink red three times to confirm as shown in the video below.
IMPORTANT: To change the switch from a simulated On/Off Switch to a Dimmer Switch, please go to your device page, click the three dots at the top and select, "Settings". Then where it says, "Switch Mode", click on it and select whatever Dimmer mode you prefer (single = single-pole, dumb = multi-way w/dumb switch, aux = multi-way w/aux switch)
Prerequisites
The only prerequisite to pairing this switch is the following:
Installation of the Device Edge Driver
While this switch will also pair without it, for full functionality, you’ll want to install the Edge Driver.
Device Edge Driver Installation
To install the Edge Driver, please follow the instructions below:
Click on the following link Samsung Edge Driver Access and sign into your Samsung account (you may have 2-Factor Authentication on – if so, please follow the directions Samsung gives you to attain a code)
Next, click, “Enroll” by the hub your devices are paired to
Next, click, “Available Drivers”
Finally, click on the driver you’d like installed by clicking, “Install” (NOTE: In this case, please install, “Inovelli White Series”)
Now when you pair your switch, it should automatically pick up the Edge Driver. Feel free to move onto the next section of the Setup Instructions below.
Installation Instructions
Before setting up your switch within the SmartThings 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 Dimmer Switch
Open your SmartThings App and click on the, "Devices" tab at the bottom
Click on the, "+" button at the top
Click on, "Add device"
In the section titled, "Partner devices", click on, "Add"
Find and click on, "Matter"
Scan the QR Code at the bottom-left of your switch (or on the back of the device box)
Once SmartThings starts the pairing process (the screen will say, "Getting everything ready"), your switch should automatically start the pairing process and the LED Bar should start to pulse blue as shown in Video #1. If the LED Bar doesn't automatically start to pulse blue tap on the favorites button three times as shown in Video #2 below.
Video #1: Switch Pulsing Blue after QR Code is scannedVideo #2: Pressing the favorites button 3x
SmartThings will then connect to the device, check for a Thread network and register your device.
NOTICE: If you're having trouble pairing, please ensure the following:Matter Devices and Controllers Must Be on the Same L2 Network
VLAN Use Requires Matter Controller/Server to operate on that VLAN
Make sure your SmartThings app and your Samsung/SmartThings Border Router firmware is up-to-date
IPv6 Networking is Required for Matter Networks. Link-Local Addresses Are Allowed, Look for a Setting in your Router Called “Enable IPv6.” (Note: This does not require you to configure the IPv6 connection for your entire network)
Once your device is connected successfully, the LED Bar on your switch will flash green (if unsuccessful, it will flash red) and you will see a screen that says, "Success!". Feel free to change the name of the device and/or change the room where the device is located. Then click, "Done" at the bottom.
Back on your, "Devices" page, you should see your device. Feel free to click into it and test out whether or not the device turns on and off. Remember, by default, this device is set up to be a simulated On/Off switch for safety reasons. To change it to a Dimmer, first confirm the light bulb you are controlling can be dimmed, click on your Inovelli device and then move onto the, "Switch Configuration" section below.
NOTE: By default the switch is setup as a simulated 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: Simulated On/Off or Dimmer) and type (Single-Pole or 3-Way Aux).
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 or Dimmer and Multi-Way Settings)
To change your White Series Dimmer switch from a simulated On/Off to a Dimmer or vice versa as well as set your multi-way settings (ie: single-pole, multi-way w/dumb switch, multi-way w/aux switch) in SmartThings, please follow the instructions below:
Before we do so, please take note of the various settings and refer to them when you reach Step #4.
On/Off + Single (default) = Your switch will act as a simulated on/off switch (to control non-dimmable bulbs) and is installed in a single-pole setting (ie: one switch controls your light(s)).
On/Off + Dumb = Your switch will act as a simulated on/off switch (to control non-dimmable bulbs) and is installed in a multi-way setting (ie: two or more switches control your light(s)) and you are using an existing, "dumb" switch with your smart switch.
On/Off + Aux = Your switch will act as a simulated on/off switch (to control non-dimmable bulbs) and is installed in a multi-way setting (ie: two or more switches control your light(s)) and you are using an Inovelli Aux/Add-On switch with your smart switch.
On/Off + Full Wave = Your switch will act as a simulated on/off switch (to control non-dimmable bulbs) and is installed in a single-pole setting (ie: one switch controls your light(s)). This is commonly used if you shut off your light and it doesn't go off all the way.
Dimmer + Single (default) = Your switch will act as a dimmer switch and is installed in a single-pole setting (ie: one switch controls your light(s)).
Dimmer + Dumb = Your switch will act as a dimmer switch and is installed in a multi-way setting (ie: two or more switches control your light(s)) and you are using an existing, "dumb" switch with your smart switch. Please note that you will not have dimming capabilities at the, "dumb" switch end.
Dimmer + Aux = Your switch will act as a dimmer switch and is installed in a multi-way setting (ie: two or more switches control your light(s)) and you are using an Inovelli Aux/Add-On switch with your smart switch.
Ok, let's begin:
Open your SmartThings App and go to the, "Devices" tab
Find your White Series Dimmer Switch and click on it
Click on the three dots at the top right and select, "Settings"
Click on, "1. Switch Mode" and then select the appropriate setting as referenced at the top of this section. Once selected, click, "Done".
Click on the back arrow "<" and test out your switch
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.
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.