How to Set Up Your Fibaro The Button

Intermediate 5-10 minutes

What You'll Need

  • Fibaro The Button
  • Z-Wave hub (SmartThings, Hubitat, Home Assistant, Fibaro Home Center)
  • Z-Wave network

Step-by-Step Setup

  1. Open The Button: Twist to open and remove battery tab
  2. Put hub in inclusion mode: Enable Z-Wave pairing
  3. Press button: Press The Button 3 times quickly to include
  4. Wait for inclusion: LED will indicate successful pairing
  5. Configure in hub: Set up actions for different press types
  6. Test actions: Try single, double, triple press, and hold
  7. Place button: Use adhesive or place on any surface

Key Features

  • 6 actions: Single, double, triple, quad, quint press + hold
  • Beautiful design: Colorful, round button
  • Multiple colors: Available in various colors
  • Z-Wave Plus: Good range for battery device
  • LED feedback: Visual confirmation of presses
  • Compact: Small enough to place anywhere

Troubleshooting

  • Multi-press detection: Hub must support Central Scene for all 6 actions
  • Battery low: LED color indicates battery status
  • Won't include: Exclude first if previously paired
  • Triple press tricky: Practice timing for reliable detection
  • Factory reset: Hold button while inserting battery for 3 seconds