Light/shutter control II help
Questions about your Light/shutter control II?
Questions about your Light/shutter control II? You can find installation videos, instructions and answers to frequently asked questions here.
Light/shutter control II - Installation
Light/shutter control II - Installation
My Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II does not fit into the appliance box together with the switch. What can I do (installation)?
We will shortly be providing an accessory that will enable you to install the Light/shutter control II in the existing flush-mounted box to save space.
The accessories can also be combined with rockers and frames from a large number of switch series from well-known brand manufacturers.
When installing my Light/shutter control II, I do not yet have Internet/power access in my new building. Can I also teach the light/shutter control at a later date (mounting, installation)?
Yes, the built-in Light/shutter control II can also be switched back to teach-in mode at a later time. To do this, press the system button on the Light/shutter control II again. If a push-button/switch is already fitted, you can also activate the mode conveniently by pressing any button.
What should I consider before installing the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (installation, requirements)?
Before purchasing, please make sure that the installation location of the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II offers sufficient space.
You need a 230 V AC power supply for installation. A phase and a neutral conductor must be available. Furthermore, please ensure that you have a box depth of at least 50 mm, ideally 60 mm.
For more information, please consult theOperating instructionsof the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II.
Please also refer to our installation video in this article. If there are any problems displaying the video, you can also find our installation and reset videos on our Bosch Smart Home YouTube channel at the following linkLink.
Inputs S1 and S2 of the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II show no reaction during installation. What can I do (installation, no function)?
As long as the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II has not been configured as Light control or Shutter control in the Bosch Smart Home app, the inputs S1/S2 do not execute any switching commands.
I mixed up the buttons when installing the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II. Can I change the button assignment (mounting, installation, Light/shutter control II)?
Yes, you have the option of changing the button assignment of your Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II during the installation process. After installation, you also have the option of changing the button assignment in the device management of the device.
How deep should the flush-mounted box behind my switch be if I want to use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (functions, requirements)?
The flush-mounted box behind the switch should have a depth of at least 50mm. However, we recommend using a box with a depth of at least 60mm.
I swapped the rocker switch with the push-button during installation. Can I change this afterwards (mounting, installation, Light/shutter control II)?
Yes, you can change the switch type in the device management in your Bosch Smart Home app.
The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II does not recognize the end position automatically. What can I do (functions)?
If the end position of your roller shutter is not detected correctly, open the Bosch Smart Home app. Navigate to the relevant device in the device settings of the Bosch Smart Home app and deactivate the automatic end position detection. Now carry out the calibration manually.
What do I have to consider if I use an economy changeover switch and want to use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (functions, requirements)?
The economy changeover switch is a special type of changeover switch. In contrast to normal changeover switching, the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II does not have to be installed behind the switch but directly in front of the consumer. The economy changeover circuit only has one switched phase. Have your electrician check whether an extra cable can be pulled.
Light/shutter control II - Operation
Light/shutter control II - Operation
My Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II shows no reaction when the switch/button is pressed. What can I do (no function)?
If the childproof lock was activated during the initial setup of the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II, the Light/shutter control II cannot be operated using the switch/button.
You can make adjustments to the device settings via the device management. Deactivate the parental control here.
The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II status LED flashes red six times. What does this mean (LEDs flashing, defect, warranty)?
The device is defective. Please send your proof of purchase to theServiceat service@bosch-smarthome.com
The status LED of the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II flashes green. What does this mean (installation, mounting, LEDs flashing)?
The teach-in mode or another process was successful.
I use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a shutter control. What is the maximum load that can be applied (installation, requirements)?
A maximum of 400 watts may be applied.
What is the maximum number of lamps I can control with my Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (requirements, installation)?
You can control as many lights as you like until the maximum switching capacity of 500W ohmic power is reached. With the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II, you also have the option of controlling two lights (i.e. two channels) to which several consumers are connected.
The status LED of the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II flashes red. What does this mean (installation, mounting, LEDs flashing, connection, range)?
The teach-in mode was not successful or the process has failed.
The range of the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II is poor. What can I do (connection, mounting, installation)?
To extend the range of the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II, either bring the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II closer to the Bosch Smart Home controller or place a Bosch Smart Home plug compact halfway. This serves as a range extender.
I have defined the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a shutter control and have slats. How can I tilt them via the Bosch Smart Home app (functions)?
Depending on whether the tilt angle of your slats is 90° or 180°, you have the option of tilting the slats accordingly with manual control via the Bosch Smart Home app.
How do I reset the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II to the factory settings (reset)?
To reset the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II to the factory settings, proceed as follows:
1) Press and hold the system button for approx. 4 seconds until the status LED flashes orange quickly.
2) Briefly release the system button and press again until the LED briefly lights up green.
3) The device will now restart. In the Bosch Smart Home app under "More" >> "Devices", you may need to delete the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II from the app.
Alternatively, the following procedure is also possible:
When installed with the switch connected:
Press the switch 12 times in a maximum period of 10 seconds.
The device then restarts.
To register the device again, you must first delete it in the Bosch Smart Home app.
In installed state with connected push-button:
Press the button 6 times within a maximum period of 10 seconds.
The device then restarts.
To register the device again, you must first delete it in the Bosch Smart Home app
The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II is not accessible in the app. What can I do (connection, range)?
Check whether your Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II can still be controlled manually. If this is the case, remove the power cable from your controller and restart it. Please also check whether the range of your Smart Home controller is sufficient. If you have connection problems, you can use a Bosch Smart Home plug compact to extend the range. If the problem persists, reset the flush-mounted switch to the factory settings and integrate it again.
If this does not lead to a solution, please contact either the Bosch Smart HomeCommunityor ourService team.
The status LED of the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II flashes orange. What does this mean (installation, mounting, LEDs flashing)?
The teach-in mode of your Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II is active or the device is communicating with the Bosch Smart Home controller.
I use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a light control. What is the maximum inductive load that can be applied (installation, requirements)?
A maximum inductive load of 2 x 200 watts may be applied.
How does the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II behave in the event of a fire (functions)?
If the Bosch Smart Home Smoke alarms or Twinguards detect a fire, the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II behaves as follows:
If you use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a light control, it will switch on the corresponding lamps and illuminate an escape route for you.
If you use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a shutter control, it will open the corresponding shutters and thus provide you with an escape route.
I use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a shutter control. Can I use it to control slats (functions, requirements, installation)?
Yes, you can also control slats with the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II.
I use Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a light control. What is the maximum ohmic load that can be applied (installation, requirements)?
A maximum ohmic load of 2 x 500 watts may be applied.
Light/shutter control II - General
Light/shutter control II - General
Does the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II have a child safety lock (functions)?
Yes, you can activate the parental control in the device management in the Bosch Smart Home app. The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II can then only be operated via the Bosch Smart Home app. There is the exception that the roller shutters are raised automatically in the event of a fire for safety reasons.
Can I use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II outdoors (functions, installation, requirements)?
The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II may only be used outdoors with a protective housing (IP66).
How big is the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (installation, requirements)?
The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II has a size of 40.5 x 47 x 22mm. Please check whether you have enough space at the installation location before purchasing and before installation. We recommend an installation box depth of at least 60mm or more. Please leave the installation to a specialist.
Which radio protocol does the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II use (functions, information)?
The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II uses the ZigBee 3.0 radio protocol and therefore also serves as a range extender for other Bosch Smart Home devices that use ZigBee 3.0.
I have connected two lights with several lamps to the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II. Is the energy consumption shown separately in the Bosch Smart Home app (functions)?
No. In the Bosch Smart Home app, the energy consumption is displayed collectively.
Can the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II control roller shutters, awnings and blinds (functions, installation, requirements)?
Yes, the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II can control roller shutters, blinds and awnings.
Does the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II have a function to measure the energy consumed (functions)?
If you use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a light control, you have the option of viewing the current and cumulative power consumption in the Bosch Smart Home app. The current power is shown in watts and the cumulative consumption in watt-hours.
What is the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (functions)?
The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II is a product for controlling shutters, awnings and blinds. Alternatively, one or two lights or other loads can be switched independently of each other. The Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II measures the power consumption of connected lights and loads.
Do I need adapters for the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (functions, requirements, installation)?
No. No adapters are required for the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II.
Does the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II also work with push-buttons (functions, requirements, installation)?
Yes, the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II can be operated with switches without any problems. During installation, you can choose between control with switches and push-buttons.
Does the existing switch have to be replaced in order to use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (functions, installation, requirements)?
No. Unlike the first generation Light/shutter control, the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II does not require a switch to be replaced, as the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II is placed between the existing switch and circuit.
Does the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II also work with a power surge relay (functions, requirements)?
Yes, the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II also works with a impulse relay.
Can the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II be integrated into the presence simulation (functions, automations, services)?
Yes, if you use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a light control, this is part of the presence simulation. If you use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a shutter, you can use automation to store individual times for opening and closing.
Can I set a timer for the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II (functions)?
Yes, if you use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a Light control. As with the Bosch Smart Home Radiator thermostats, Room thermostats, Smart plugs and Light controls, you have the option of setting a time control. If you use the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II as a shutter control, you can use automations in the Bosch Smart Home app to store an individual time control.
Can I also integrate my Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II into Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa or Google Home (functions, voice control, requirements, authorizations)?
You can integrate the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II into Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit.
The Bosch Smart Home controller including the Bosch Smart Home app (iOS, Android) is required for the partner connection.
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