Has anyone try to connect what used to be 3 lights controlled by 3 separate switches to only one of this device? Manufacturer states that it is possible as long as 15amp and/or 1800W is not exceeded. However the wirres might have to be "combined"...
635370
I'm not an electrician, but the purpose if this switch is to eliminate manually controlling lights and appliances. The simple answer is to bypass 2 of the switches by connecting the wires directly behind each switch plate (defeating the switch, like having the switch in the on position). Then mount the controller in place of the remaining switch. If this is too complicated, it can easily be handled by an electrician. If you want the remaining switches to remain active, the electrician can handle this also.
1140242
You would need to set each switch at a different frequency; this is an issue that my husband investigated before installing our switches. You may know already but you can only use one switch per lighting series.
373140
You can connect one or none or both loads. The loads are not directly tied to the switches. You can configure the switches to control either load or a scene you have set up....therefore it also doesnt matter which load you choose to hook up, because you configure which switch gets associated to it later
1512071
It is made to power 2 lights. But, it you wanted to make it power more than that you could just make your own extensions and power maybe up to 4 lights. If you are able to do wiring it is pretty easy. The ends that are already on it- put 2 wire ends into a butt connector and then connect your new set of wires to the single wire that was already there. Assuming you are doing this for l e d lights.
454198
I'm almost sure that the 3 way masters work without the second switch hooked up to it. I think it's the secondary switches that don't work without the master but I am honestly not 100% sure on either point.
421064
It's supposed to be able to connect with up to 5 bulb devices simultaneously. I however only have the one bulb, sorry to say, so I haven't the personal experience to give you a for sure anwser.
1886952
This was a failed project for me, one of my 2 controllers died, There were times one of 2 lights worked. I might have my controller on one side of my 220 line and the sockets on the other side. What I can tell you is that manually turning the lights on with the switch in the garage, they don't come on. I think "Francois" has answered the question for us. If I saw his thoughtful answer before I started to respond, I might not have replied. Thank you Francois.
996095
I would think you could put 2 light kits in the model if it's big enough to house the control modules. They would function as 2 separate systems though. There really is no way to combine 2 kits without wire splicing and then I'm not sure that the module could handle the additional lights.
373137
I am an amateur, but I have experience with this exact scenario. You CAN just connect the NEUTRAL and connect two scenes. The switch uses the neutral to power itself. I have mine wired to control a scene with the top button, and to control a load with the bottom button.
1109782
The included power supply provides 5 amps at 12 volts, each strip uses about 2.6 amps at full brightness, so connecting 3 strips will work, but they will become dimmer at the ends when you make them fully bright. To connect 3 strips to 1 single power supply you must buy one that can provide at least 7.8 amps at 12 volts, or your led strips will not be as bright as they could be. This power supply will power 3 LED strips: http://www.amazon.com/Power-Adapter-Prong-Output-3224-12V/dp/B0057KIHAI/ This adapter will let you connect the controller in the middle instead of at one single end: http://www.amazon.com/Ledwholesalers-Splitter-LED-Changing-Strips/dp/B0077IPRAG/ Hope that helps! :)
468385
I had 4 hooked up at first, but I got rid of 1 & now I have 3. I used a splitter to get more than 2. Hope this helps.
282325
PLEASE NEVER EVER USE POWER STRIPS and try to control more lights, ONE only..It is a costly mistake as you can blow the timer, the bulbs, and have plant loss...A costly NO NO...Timers are very inexpensive, PLEASE take it from someone who learned the hard way..
1381614
Hi Zac - I havent actually tired this, but here's the issue - USB power requirements can be variable amperage. It is very rare to see a USB device which needs over 500mA (1/2 amp), in which case if all 4 of your lights are within this spec (as almost ALL USB lights are) you will be fine - all 4 will be bright. However I do know of some USB lamps which draw 850mA, in which case you could plug only 2 of those in. If they are the usual USB lights I'd not worry, should work fine. Let us know!
2182172
They connect in series so you can probably connect up to 24. remember if you connect them in series you have to put the switch at either end. I had to put the switch in the middle so I also bought a the power strip .hope that helps
34358
This is true, they connect end to end. however the signal and strength of the lighting itself deteriorates after 3 - 4 strips. I suggest separate the strips with a repeater which is supposed to boost the signal. I am not an expert by any means. just trial and error here.
337985
You are dealing with two 27 watt lights and using a power supply rated at 12 amps. Be sure to check amount of amps to run the two lights. Theoretically it should work.
2158852
The fact that you have a 4 switch plate tells me little. I assume you mean that there are 4 switches at this SAME location. If this is correct, it will surely fit, a switch-plate change may be required if the switches are different types. The $64 question is "How many switches (at different locations) control this light?" If more than 1 (3 or 4 way) than you need Maestro switches at each location for the same fixture being controlled by this switch-set. If only 1 then this will work just dandy.