Eve lighting products offer HomeKit-native control with Thread and Matter support. This guide covers connectivity issues.
Light Strip Not Pairing
- Use Eve app or Home app for pairing
- Scan HomeKit code on controller
- Ensure Home Hub is online
- Thread versions need border router
- Factory reset: Unplug and hold button
Matter Version Setup
- Matter versions work with more platforms
- Scan Matter QR code
- Add to Google Home, Alexa, or HA
- Multi-admin supported
- Update firmware in Eve app first
Eve Flare Portable Light
- Battery-powered portable lamp
- Charge via included base
- Bluetooth for nearby control
- Thread extends range with hub
- Candle flicker mode available
Light Switch (Matter)
- Requires neutral wire installation
- Turn off breaker before install
- Works with existing bulbs
- Matter for cross-platform control
- Physical switch always works
Color and Brightness Issues
- Check power supply adequate for strip length
- Extension strips need power injection
- Adaptive Lighting requires HomeKit
- Scenes saved locally on device
- Transitions smooth with Thread
Home Assistant Integration
- Matter version via Matter integration
- HomeKit version via HomeKit Controller
- Enable pairing mode in Eve app
- Creates light entity with color support
- Effects may need manual setup