What You'll Need
- Leviton Decora Smart Zigbee Dimmer (DG6HD)
- Phillips head screwdriver
- Wire strippers
- Voltage tester
- Zigbee 3.0 compatible hub (SmartThings, Hubitat, etc.)
- Neutral wire required
Step-by-Step Setup
- Turn off power: Switch off circuit breaker.
- Remove existing switch: Unscrew and disconnect wires.
- Wire the dimmer: Connect Line to brass, Load to red, Neutral to silver, Ground to green.
- Mount dimmer: Secure in wall box and attach wall plate.
- Restore power: Turn breaker back on.
- Put hub in pairing mode: Open your Zigbee hub's app and start device discovery.
- Pair dimmer: Press and hold dimmer's top paddle for 7 seconds until LED flashes amber.
- Complete pairing: Hub should discover the dimmer. Assign to room.
Key Features
- Zigbee 3.0 for reliable mesh networking
- 600W incandescent or 300W LED/CFL
- Works with SmartThings, Hubitat, Zigbee2MQTT
- Acts as Zigbee repeater for other devices
- Full-range dimming with adjustable settings
- Manual override always works
- 3-way compatible with matching companion
- Preset light levels
Troubleshooting
- Won't pair: Bring hub closer or ensure Zigbee mesh has nearby repeaters. Factory reset by holding top paddle 14 seconds.
- Dropped from network: Check hub connectivity. Re-pair if needed.
- Flickering: Adjust minimum level in hub's device settings. Check LED bulb compatibility.
- Commands delayed: Strengthen Zigbee mesh with additional repeater devices.
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