Having lights in our home is easier than ever. In this article, we will explain how to install a smart light switch step by step, so that you can control the lights in your home at will and remotely.
What is a Smart Light Switch?
The mechanism that can open or close a circuit that turns a light on or off is an intelligent light switch. The significant difference is not necessary to activate it physically as always, but it can be done remotely thanks to a wireless connection, either with a smartphone, tablet, or even through voice.
Another of its main features is that it can be easily programmed to be activated during a specific time or situation, as well as being managed even from outside the home or regulating the amount of light at will. The great advantage is that it is not necessary to carry out a complex installation as was the case in the past. Thanks to current technology, it is as simple as replacing the lifelong switch with an intelligent light switch.
Advantages of smart light switches
The great advantage of these new state-of-the-art devices is that you don’t have to be a great home automation expert to know how to install smart light switches. Its similarity to conventional mechanisms means that anyone can install it by following a few simple steps. In addition, thanks to greater control we can also save on the electricity bill each month.
In some models, it is not even necessary to have a central computer or Hub to use it, as is the case with the Livolo smart light switches. These connect to the Wi-Fi internet network of our home, so they do not it is necessary to create a specific network for them. To configure and manage them we will use an app that is easily installed on our smartphone. We can also choose to create a specific Wi-Fi network through the Livolo Hub, so they can work even if you don’t have internet.
But without a doubt, the greatest advantage is the convenience and comfort they provide on a day-to-day basis. If you leave a light on, you won’t have to get up to turn it off. If you are going to watch a movie and want to reduce the intensity of the light, you can do it from your mobile. You can also program it to turn off when you go to sleep. You can also connect them to a voice assistant to control them with your voice.
How to install a light switch step by step
1. Power outage: the first thing we must do before doing any type of work is to turn off the power to work safely. Go to the protection panel and lower all the circuit breakers.
2. Removal of the old mechanism: with the electricity cut, we will proceed to remove the old switch. Do it carefully, because we are going to use the same existing installation. Remove the frame and use the screwdriver to loosen the screws. To connect a smart light switch you will need hot and neutral wires in addition to the wire going to the lamp.
3. Installation of the smart light switch: removing the old mechanism, we will only have to insert the cables into our smart switch using the terminal connection system, screw it to the wall and place the trims. Now we can turn the power back on and check that the switch works when pressed.
4. Configuration: the last step will be to connect the smart light switch to our app. To do this, download the Livolo application from the Google Play Store or the App Store. You have to register and register an installation with or without a Hub. After this, we must add a device following the instructions of the app. If all goes well, in just a few seconds
