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What You'll Need
- Philips Hue Bridge (Square model, V2)
- Ethernet cable (included)
- Power adapter (included)
- Router with available Ethernet port
- Smartphone with Hue app
- Matter-compatible controller (for Matter setup)
Step-by-Step Setup
- Connect Ethernet: Plug the Ethernet cable from your router into the Hue Bridge.
- Connect power: Plug in the power adapter. All three LEDs will eventually turn solid blue.
- Wait for boot: The bridge takes 1-2 minutes to fully start up.
- Download Hue app: Install the Philips Hue app and create an account.
- Add Bridge in app: Follow the setup wizard. Press the button on the Bridge when prompted.
- Add Hue lights: Go to Settings → Light setup → Add lights to pair your Hue bulbs and fixtures.
- Enable Matter: In the Hue app, go to Settings → Home & Matter → Enable Matter.
- Generate Matter code: The app will create a pairing code for Matter.
- Add to Matter controller: Open Apple Home, Google Home, etc. and scan the Matter code.
- Select devices to expose: Choose which Hue lights and rooms to share with Matter.
Key Features
- Controls up to 50 Hue lights
- Zigbee coordinator for Hue ecosystem
- Matter bridge functionality
- Local control (works without internet)
- Entertainment/sync features
- Third-party Zigbee device support (Friends of Hue)
- Works with Alexa, Google, Apple Home
- Advanced scenes and automations
Troubleshooting
- LEDs not turning blue: Check Ethernet connection. Verify router port is working. Try different cable.
- App can't find Bridge: Ensure phone is on same network as Bridge. Check router doesn't have client isolation enabled.
- Matter pairing fails: Regenerate Matter code in Hue app. Ensure Bridge firmware is updated.
- Lights not appearing in Matter: Select which lights to expose in Hue app's Matter settings.
- Entertainment features not in Matter: Advanced Hue features (sync, entertainment zones) only work in Hue app, not Matter.