Operation Mode | Off |
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Operating Voltage | 120 Volts |
Brand | GE |
Terminal | Spdt |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.25 x 1.85 x 3 inches |
Circuit Type | 3-way |
Actuator Type | Push Button |
International Protection Rating | IP00 |
Specification Met | Z Wave |
Upper Temperature Rating | 40 Degrees Celsius |
Controller Type | nexia, Google Assistant, vera, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings |
Control Method | Voice |
Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi, Z-Wave |
Color | White & Light Almond |
Wattage | 600 watts |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Jasco Products Company, LLC |
Part Number | 14294 |
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 1.25 x 1.85 x 3 inches |
Item model number | 14294 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 1 Pack |
Style | Dimmer (1st Gen.) |
Power Source | AC |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Included Components | 1 In-wall Dimmer |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 2-year limited warranty |
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GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus Smart Light Dimmer, Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings, Wink, Zwave Hub Required, Repeater/Range Extender, 3-Way Compatible, White & Light Almond, 14294
Operation Mode | Off |
Operating Voltage | 120 Volts |
Brand | GE |
Terminal | Spdt |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.25 x 1.85 x 3 inches |
Circuit Type | 3-way |
Actuator Type | Push Button |
International Protection Rating | IP00 |
Specification Met | Z Wave |
Upper Temperature Rating | 40 Degrees Celsius |
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About this item
- VOICE CONTROL – ALEXA & GOOGLE ASSISTANT COMPATIBLE (requires a Z-Wave certified hub). Works with the following Z-Wave certified hubs: SmartThings, Ring Alarm, Wink, ADT Pulse, ADT Command, Trane, Vivint, Nexia, Honeywell, HomeSeer, Harmony Home Hub Extender, Vera and more.
- VERSATILE DIMMING OPTIONS – Easily replace any standard in-wall switch equipped with a neutral wire to remotely turn ON/OFF, adjust lighting brightness and create schedules for a wide range of fixtures. The dimmer adjusts brightness levels of dimmable LED, CFL, incandescent and halogen lights from 0-100 percent to reduce energy costs and improve bulb life. Control the device remotely with your smartphone and voice commands when connected to a compatible hub or enjoy manual ON/OFF operation from the dimmer. Home automation is simple through custom scenes, versatile scheduling and convenient alerts.
- 3-WAY READY – The smart device operates perfectly on its own or seamlessly integrates into multi-switch setups with required add-on switches – models 12723 or 46199. Up to four add-on switches can be connected to the same device.
- FULL-HOME COVERAGE – Z-Wave Plus works with all previous Z-Wave generations to allow continued expansion of your home-automation network. The dimmer is capable of controlling indoor or outdoor fixtures for whole-home automation and repeats your Z-Wave signal from your hub or other devices to extend your range by up to 150ft. Extended signal range increases your home automation coverage to enhance your control.
- EASY INSTALLATION – Requires indoor in-wall installation with hardwired connections. NEUTRAL WIRE REQUIRED. Includes white and light almond paddles (wall plate not included). Full-range dimmability for use with dimmable LEDs and CFLs as well as incandescent and halogen bulbs. Supported wattage – 600W incandescent, 150W CFL/LED. Supported voltage – 120VAC. Operating temperature range 32-104 degrees Fahrenheit.
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GE Z-Wave Plus In-Wall Smart Dimmer Switch
Wireless Lighting Control - Dimming Paddle Switch
Transform any home into a smart home with the GE Z-Wave Plus In-Wall Smart Dimmer Switch. Create custom scenes, schedule timed events and dim the lights when you're at home or when you're away.
- Requires a Z-Wave certified gateway.
- Wirelessly schedule, control and adjust the brightness of any dimmable lights from anywhere.
- Works with dimmable LED, CFL, halogen and incandescent bulbs, and other devices.
- Requires in-wall installation with hard-wired connections
- NEUTRAL WIRE REQUIRED
- Includes white and light almond paddles (wall plate not included)
Z-Wave is the world’s largest ecosystem of interoperable smart home products
- Increased wireless range
- Faster processor
- 4 times more memory
- Increased energy efficiency
- Supports wireless updates
- Works with all certified Z-Wave devices (backwards compatible)
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Ultimate FlexibilityControl your lights, fans and appliances, schedule a timed event or create a custom scene from anywhere in the world, at any time of the day, from your smartphones, tablets, PCs and Z-Wave enabled remotes. |
Full Range DimmingAdjust brightness from 0 – 100% to cut energy costs and extend bulb life. Set the scene for an evening ambiance or a fully lit work space. |
Compatible with Dimmable BulbsWorks with dimmable LED, CFL, halogen and incandescent bulbs - NOT for use with non dimming bulbs. |
Easy InstallationThe dimmer replaces your current light switch and is easy to install using your home's existing wiring. Please ensure your home has a neutral wire before purchasing. |
GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Family
GE Enbrighten provides a full line of Z-Wave products to make your whole home a smart home.
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ASIN | B01MUCZA1C |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #350,601 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #686 in Dimmer Switches |
Date First Available | January 21, 2017 |
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Set the scene with the GE-branded Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus In-Wall Smart Dimmer. When paired with a compatible hub, the hardwired smart dimmer operates wall, ceiling and accent lighting through individual commands and programmed settings. Wirelessly control and schedule indoor or outdoor fixtures for effortless management of your home. Your automation possibilities are seemingly infinite when connected to hubs from Wink, SmartThings, HomeSeer, Vera, Nexia and more.
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600 watts
120 volts
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Customers like the performance and ease of installation of the electronic switch. For example, they mention it works well, is easy to set up, and integrates with their home automation system. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, connectivity, dimming, value, and responsiveness.
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Customers like the performance of the electronic switch. They say it works well, is easy to setup, and has a long range. Some mention that it works beautifully via their home automation system. Some say that it's easy to use and works well with SmartThings, WINK, and Home Assistant. Some customers also mention that the fan switch works great and the dimmer works well.
"...Above a minimum dimming level (low setting) they seem to work great and have a good tactile feel...." Read more
"...Any other level jumps straight there. The ramp rates work correctly when issued from the switch itself however.Very disappointed...." Read more
"...the most important feature of these switches has been that they fail consistently - only 2 of the 10 are still working...." Read more
"...Showed up in Home Assistant and seems to be operating smoothly...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the electronic switch to be easy. They mention that the wiring is very easy, the instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the switches are easy to integrate with Smartthings hub. They also say that it's relatively easy to retrofit these switches into existing 3-way switches. Customers also say the switches work amazingly well and pair easily.
"...Adding them to SmartThings was very easy and they have all worked pretty much first try when identifying them to SmartThings...." Read more
"...The wiring was very easy and I swapped out the old switches. It took at most 5 minutes each...." Read more
"...Everything was wired correctly the first time. The switches paired quickly...." Read more
"...I also find them much easier to install as you only need to connect the Line and Load wires: Neutral is not required...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the electronic switch. Some mention that it's well made, solid, and flawless. However, others say that the switches are deep, require a separate switch add-on for 3-way/4-way setups, and go off line periodically.
"...With its wide compatibility, Z-Wave Plus technology, and repeater functionality, this dimmer has enhanced the automation and control of my home..." Read more
"...these require a separate switch add-on for 3-way/4-way setups. The add-on switch takes 2 wires from the master switch to signal it...." Read more
"...I have found that the Lutron Caseta line is much more reliable (so far) and offers a much better dimmer curve for LED bulbs...." Read more
"Seems like a good product. I just installed it. Pros that it looks well built and comes with off-white paddle which I used to match decor...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the electronic switch. Some say that it's easy to connect to SmartThings Hub or Z-Wave, and works as advertised. They also say that they interface perfectly with Homeseer Hub. However, others say that the Bluetooth loses connection and can't be reset.
"...Everything was wired correctly the first time. The switches paired quickly...." Read more
"...With compatibility with Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings, Wink, and other Zwave hubs, this smart light dimmer provides versatile control options..." Read more
"...This is pretty normal. Wiring a 3way connection can be challenging if the hot and neutral are not in the same box but it can be done because they..." Read more
"...The load (light bulb) wire is typically a single wire so it's easy to connect this to the switch without the need of an extra wire...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the dimming of the electronic switch. Some mention that it dims very nicely with LED lamps, and works great with Cree or Feit LED retrofits. They also appreciate the subtle dimmable steps and the spot-on dimmability. However, others say that it wouldn't dim and that the dim function is finicky.
"...of the bulbs around my house with LEDs and these switches seem to dim them fairly well...." Read more
"...is universally compatible, it did not work with my LED bulbs, and would not dim. They are the Sylvania LED can trim light model 73398-0...." Read more
"...For smart home enthusiasts seeking an efficient and versatile smart light dimmer, the GE Enbrighten Smart Light Dimmer is a top-notch choice...." Read more
"...Lutron Caseta line is much more reliable (so far) and offers a much better dimmer curve for LED bulbs...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the electronic switch. Some mention that it's very cost effective, while others say that it is too costly and troublesome to keep replacing. Some say that the switches are not cheap and that they use cheap components.
"...Don't understand why they use such a cheap component? Unless its intentional?" Read more
"...The voltage meter makes it easy to figure out and worth the $20 as part of your general toolbox; turn off breaker, pull switch out to expose wires,..." Read more
"...Cons:- Cost of entry seems a little high right now, but the convenience is well worth it for many people." Read more
"These switches are by far the most economical, and also functional switches out there. For simple use, they work great out of the box...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the responsiveness of the electronic switch. Some mention it has a fast response when using Alexa or the Alexa, while others say that it's very slow. They also mention that there is a very small delay between the switch use and the light responding.
"...you can't set the ramp rate for the on/off dimming, so you can't make it work like a standard switch..." Read more
"...It ensures a reliable and responsive connection with my smart home hub, allowing me to control the lights from anywhere in the house...." Read more
"UPDATED REVIEW:I reached out to Jasco about the ramp rates not working as intended...." Read more
"...have, is that when manually turning the switch on or off, there is a couple second delay and most people will repeatedly press the switch down to..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the flicker of the electronic switch. They mention that it is annoying to have LED lights flicker when dimmed, it causes buzzing in two dimming LEDs, and it disturbingly strobes the lights. Some say that the switch sometimes flashes a blue light and sometimes nothing. However, some customers report that the light emits squealing sounds when it is dimmed.
"...I have had some buzzing at low dimming levels and I have a few bulbs that will strobe at low dimming levels, but that seems to be a function more of..." Read more
"...is that sometime after the warranty expires, the blue LED stops glowing on the dimmer, then is followed within days or weeks with a complete failure..." Read more
"...But at any setting under 50% they start to flash. I suspect that the issue is the bulbs.I think the switch does try to dim them...." Read more
"...Leviton (Decora), which seems okay, but one LED flickers. Also, the paddle looks kind of cheap. So, it is going back...." Read more
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These switches go in very easily if you have a modern home. You need line, load, neutral and ground and it works great. I have replaced most of the bulbs around my house with LEDs and these switches seem to dim them fairly well. I have had some buzzing at low dimming levels and I have a few bulbs that will strobe at low dimming levels, but that seems to be a function more of the light/bulb rather than the switch. Above a minimum dimming level (low setting) they seem to work great and have a good tactile feel.
Adding them to SmartThings was very easy and they have all worked pretty much first try when identifying them to SmartThings. No regrets so far, other than cost. I will continue to buy these for the rest of the switches I have to replace.
A few thoughts about them...
1) you can't set the ramp rate for the on/off dimming, so you can't make it work like a standard switch (0 ramp - immediate on/off), so be aware of that if you have fluorescent lights with a non-dimming ballast.
2) there is no switch back light. There is a small blue LED at the bottom of the switch that is on when the switch is off. You can't control this (color or brightness), so there may be some conditions where it's hard to see the switch.
3) these require a separate switch add-on for 3-way/4-way setups. The add-on switch takes 2 wires from the master switch to signal it. There is a very small delay between the switch use and the light responding (low lag).
4) there is no way to set a minimum or maximum level at the switch, although this may be possible with the automation controller (I haven't found out how to do this with SmartThings yet). This means you can dim down to a level that cuts off the light from an LED bulb (or causes flicker), but the switch may not be "off". Similarly, you can't set an upper limit for the dimmer for an "on" command. Incandescent bulbs will have a much longer life if you don't go to 100% on, I used to keep the Control4 switch max at 90% and there was no noticeable loss of light an the bulbs lasted a lot longer. Probably not a big issue with LED bulbs, but it's something to be aware of if you haven't converted everything yet.
I reached out to Jasco about the ramp rates not working as intended. I received a VERY informative response from the Project Managers.
Apparently, the device was operating as designed. However, Jasco has since modified the existing firmware with a new parameter to allow you to adjust the behavior. I tested it on my dimmers and it worked as stated. Very happy with the product and Jasco Customer Service.
Response from Jasco:
Thank you for contacting Jasco Products Company.
Here is the response from our Product Managers:
We apologize for the amount of information we need to provide to accurately answer your question, but unfortunately there is some bad information being spread about what you are describing.
First and foremost, the GE dimmers 12724 and 14294 do not require a patch or bug fix, as there is not a problem or incorrect behavior. Both units operate correctly as they were designed.
All of our previous dimmers (including 12724) used to ramp slowly when being sent a level specific command (1-100). We then updated our 12724 product with enhancements that added additional routing options and to take advantage of the latest Z-Wave technology. When we did this, we had to upgrade the behavior of the dimmers to the latest spec as defined for Z-Wave certification. This new specification requires that when receiving a level specific command (1-100) the device is required to immediately jump to that level.
· Any Z-Wave Classic Dimmer (including 12724) that has VER 3.0d and EARLIER on the back of the product will ramp slowly to the specific level when issued a level specific command.
· Any Z-Wave Classic Dimmer (including 12724) that has “VER 3.0e” (This is the last version produced on our Z-Wave Classic products) on the back carries this new behavior
· Any Z-Wave Plus Dimmer (including 14294), will carry this new behavior.
Because this is a requirement for Z-Wave certification, the product must ship with the newest behavior as default. HOWEVER, understanding that our customers may want the previous behavior, we developed a new configurable parameter into our latest GE 14294 and Jasco 14321 In-Wall Smart Dimmer.
· Dim Up/Down rate
· Parameter Number: 6
· Size: 1 Byte
· Valid Values:
o 0 (Default) – New Required Behavior (Instantly move to level)
o 1 – Ramp up and down slowly (3.0d and previous versions behavior)
You can determine if the GE 14294/Jasco 14321 has this feature by verifying the manufacturer date code on the front of the Dimmer in the bottom right hand corner. It will be a small white sticker with 4 numbers.
· The First 2 numbers are the Year it was Manufactured (example: 17 = 2017)
· The Last 2 numbers are the Week it was Manufactured (example: 07 = 7th week 2017, or 3rd week of February 2017
Any GE 14294 manufactured ON OR AFTER 1651 will contain this new parameter 6
Any Jasco 14321 manufactured ON OR AFTER 1705 will contain this new parameter 6
ORIGINAL REVIEW:
So this device (14294) was almost what I expected. Apparently, the dimmer does not ramp UP correctly when the command is issued via zwave. It jumps immediately to the set level regardless of the parameter settings.
The only time the ramp rate works as designed is when going to 0%. Any other level jumps straight there. The ramp rates work correctly when issued from the switch itself however.
Very disappointed. I'm still inside my return window and will likely send these back if I can't find out if a firmware update might correct this behavior.
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Couple of times there were some hiccups with Smartthings report where I would turn the light off through the app but Smartthings would still say it's on. It looked like the light was dimmed to 0 percent, but not completely off. After resetting the switch couple of times everything was OK and I haven't had any issues since.
Setup was easy, connect hot, load and neutral (REQUIRED) and it works without issue. It turns the lights on/off by dimming up or down, which I'm not a fan of. The dimming function is used by holding down the top or bottom of the switch, and it's slow to go from full bright to full dim or off. The switch connects seamlessly with my Samsung Smartthings Hub and I've been able to integrate this switch into my home automation routines.
Two reasons this switch isn't getting 5 stars:
- aforementioned slow dimming function. I want to be able to adjust the brightness quickly.
- the switch is LARGE. It takes up the entire electrical box. If you have a small box, you'll have a really hard time putting this switch into it with 3 wire nuts and the nut that holds conduit in place inside the box.