How to Set Up Your Brilliant Plug-In Panel

Beginner 10-15 minutes

What You'll Need

  • Brilliant Plug-In Panel
  • Brilliant app (iOS/Android)
  • Standard electrical outlet
  • 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network
  • Brilliant account

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Find location: Choose outlet near where you want control panel
  2. Plug in panel: Connect to standard outlet
  3. Wait for boot: Panel will start up
  4. Follow on-screen setup: Connect to Wi-Fi
  5. Create/login account: Set up Brilliant account
  6. Configure integrations: Connect smart home services
  7. Position panel: Place or mount where convenient

Key Features

  • No wiring: Simply plug into outlet
  • Full Brilliant features: Same interface as in-wall panels
  • Portable: Move to different outlets as needed
  • Smart home control: Control lights, music, cameras, climate
  • Intercom: Video/audio with other Brilliant panels
  • Alexa built-in: Voice assistant

Troubleshooting

  • No switch control: Plug-in doesn't control physical loads
  • Power-only location: Best for adding control where no switches exist
  • Wi-Fi signal: Ensure good Wi-Fi at outlet location
  • Intercom: Works with other Brilliant panels
  • Factory reset: Settings → General → Factory Reset