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Wifi dimmer switch causing lights to flicker

  • 08-01-2018 12:46pm
    #1
    Mikebyrne
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 177 ✭✭


    I've installed the following dimmer switch but its causing the lights to pulse on/off once its connected.

    https://www.amazon.com/Leviton-DW6HD-1BZ-Incandescent-Required-Assistant/dp/B01NASBN1V

    Would this be because its 60Hz and not compatible with a typical Irish home?

    Or could it be that the GU10 bulbs that are currently installed are not dimable?

    Any help/advice would be great!


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  • #2
    wexfordman2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,557 ✭✭✭wexfordman2


    You have to use dimmable led bulbs, standard ones will not work


    Also, just looked at the spec, these are 120v, I would take it out now, not suitable for use here at all!


  • #3
    wexfordman2
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,557 ✭✭✭wexfordman2


    OP, the spec here says they are 120v, not 220v, I wouldnt use them here!


  • #4
    Mikebyrne
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 177 ✭✭Mikebyrne


    wexfordman2 wrote: »
    OP, the spec here says they are 120v, not 220v, I wouldnt use them here!

    So you think I should look for a new switch? If so, could you recommend one?


  • #5
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 23,279 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    Mikebyrne wrote: »
    So you think I should look for a new switch? If so, could you recommend one?

    Do you have Neutral at your light switch? Most Irish homes don't.

    There aren't any true wifi switches like this compatible with typical UK/Ireland switches.

    Alternatives are LightwaveRF, Xiaomi and Z-Wave dimmer modules, but all require hubs and some of them are quiet expensive.

    Xiaomi is the cheapest, but doesn't integrate with much else. Depends o your needs.


  • #6
    Mikebyrne
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 177 ✭✭Mikebyrne


    bk wrote: »
    Do you have Neutral at your light switch? Most Irish homes don't.

    There aren't any true wifi switches like this compatible with typical UK/Ireland switches.

    Alternatives are LightwaveRF, Xiaomi and Z-Wave dimmer modules, but all require hubs and some of them are quiet expensive.

    Xiaomi is the cheapest, but doesn't integrate with much else. Depends o your needs.

    Yes, we have a neutral going to that switch


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  • #7
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 23,279 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    Mikebyrne wrote: »
    Yes, we have a neutral going to that switch

    That gives you a lot more options so.

    If you want to go z-wave (which requires a hub like SmartThings) then many of these should work (the wired ones):

    http://www.vesternet.com/smart-home/lighting/switches-dimmers

    For a wifi only solution then this Sonoff:

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sonoff-Smart-Touch-Control-Switch/dp/B07556SLPQ?th=1

    Though Sonoffs servers are having problems at the moment!

    BTW I haven't used any of these myself, so no guarantees.


  • #8
    atilladehun
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,630 ✭✭✭atilladehun


    Apologies for going off topic...

    Why would you want to dim your Wi-Fi? Is what I thought to myself.

    DOH!


  • #9
    Mikebyrne
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 177 ✭✭Mikebyrne


    atilladehun wrote: »
    Apologies for going off topic...

    Why would you want to dim your Wi-Fi? Is what I thought to myself.

    DOH!

    Probably could have worded the topic better in fairness!

    I like the look of this one

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00KBXU77M/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&psc=1


  • #10
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 23,279 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    Mikebyrne wrote: »
    Probably could have worded the topic better in fairness!

    I like the look of this one

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00KBXU77M/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&psc=1

    Two things about that:

    1) It requires a LightwaveRF hub.

    2) It is one way comms only. You can send it on/off commands, but can't check it is actually on/off.

    The new LightwaveRF hub and switches are more expensive but do support two way comms.


  • #11
    Mikebyrne
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 177 ✭✭Mikebyrne


    bk wrote: »
    Two things about that:

    1) It requires a LightwaveRF hub.

    2) It is one way comms only. You can send it on/off commands, but can't check it is actually on/off.

    The new LightwaveRF hub and switches are more expensive but do support two way comms.

    So Sonoffs are my only option for a dimmer if I don't want a hub?


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  • #12
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 23,279 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    Mikebyrne wrote: »
    So Sonoffs are my only option for a dimmer if I don't want a hub?

    As far as I can see, yes. Though I'm not sure I'd recommend it at the moment, given the issues they are currently having.


  • #13
    paulbok
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,040 ✭✭✭paulbok


    bk wrote: »
    Do you have Neutral at your light switch? Most Irish homes don't.

    There aren't any true wifi switches like this compatible with typical UK/Ireland switches.

    Alternatives are LightwaveRF, Xiaomi and Z-Wave dimmer modules, but all require hubs and some of them are quiet expensive.

    Xiaomi is the cheapest, but doesn't integrate with much else. Depends o your needs.

    Open to correction but I don't think Xiaomi switches can dim lights


  • #14
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 23,279 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    paulbok wrote: »
    Open to correction but I don't think Xiaomi switches can dim lights

    Yes, you are absolutely correct.


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