{"id":7262,"date":"2026-08-07T18:32:55","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T18:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/?p=7262"},"modified":"2026-08-07T18:32:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T18:32:55","slug":"can-we-convert-a-normal-switch-to-a-smart-switch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/fr\/blog\/can-we-convert-a-normal-switch-to-a-smart-switch\/","title":{"rendered":"Pouvons-nous convertir un interrupteur normal en interrupteur intelligent ?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Assis sur le canap\u00e9, confortable et heureux, vous voyez que les lumi\u00e8res de votre cuisine sont toujours allum\u00e9es. Vous pouvez vous lever et \u00e9teindre l\u2019interrupteur ou simplement prendre votre t\u00e9l\u00e9phone et appuyer sur un bouton pour l\u2019\u00e9teindre sans m\u00eame avoir \u00e0 vous lever. C\u2019est la promesse des interrupteurs intelligents et c\u2019est la raison pour laquelle de nombreux propri\u00e9taires se demandent s\u2019il est possible de remplacer un interrupteur classique par un interrupteur intelligent. Pour r\u00e9pondre bri\u00e8vement \u00e0 cette question \u2013 dans la plupart des cas, oui, un interrupteur classique peut \u00eatre transform\u00e9 en interrupteur intelligent connect\u00e9 via les technologies Wi-Fi, Zigbee ou Z-Wave, ce qui vous permet de le contr\u00f4ler depuis votre smartphone, avec des commandes vocales, ainsi que de le programmer \u00e0 l\u2019avance. Cependant, il y a plus que simplement \u00e9changer les appareils. Il faut comprendre le sch\u00e9ma de c\u00e2blage existant, choisir un interrupteur intelligent appropri\u00e9 et suivre les pr\u00e9cautions d\u2019installation. Ce guide est con\u00e7u pour fournir tout ce que vous devez savoir sur le sujet \u2013 le moment de changer un interrupteur normal pour un interrupteur intelligent, v\u00e9rifier la compatibilit\u00e9, choisir le bon mod\u00e8le et le c\u00e2bler correctement.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>R\u00e9ponse rapide :<\/strong> Oui, il est possible de convertir un interrupteur simple en interrupteur intelligent en retirant simplement l\u2019interrupteur \u00e0 bascule ou \u00e0 levier conventionnel et en installant un interrupteur intelligent dans le m\u00eame bo\u00eetier mural. Les pr\u00e9requis suivants doivent \u00eatre remplis pour une conversion r\u00e9ussie : (1) s\u2019assurer que le c\u00e2blage dispose d\u2019un fil neutre car la plupart des interrupteurs intelligents en ont besoin (s\u2019il n\u2019y en a pas, optez pour un interrupteur intelligent sans neutre), (2) v\u00e9rifier le type d\u2019interrupteur que vous avez, (3) choisir un interrupteur intelligent capable de se connecter \u00e0 votre syst\u00e8me domotique (Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, etc.) et (4) couper l\u2019alimentation \u00e9lectrique comme pour tout travail \u00e9lectrique. Le remplacement de l\u2019interrupteur peut prendre environ 20 \u00e0 40 minutes si l\u2019interrupteur est unipolaire, mais tous les interrupteurs ne peuvent pas \u00eatre convertis, notamment dans le cas d\u2019un c\u00e2blage tr\u00e8s ancien (type bouton et tube), de c\u00e2blage en aluminium ou de bo\u00eetiers d\u2019interrupteur sans fil de terre, ce qui n\u00e9cessite l\u2019intervention d\u2019un \u00e9lectricien agr\u00e9\u00e9 pour ces types d\u2019interrupteurs.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Interrupteur normal vs. Interrupteur intelligent : Quelle est la diff\u00e9rence ?<\/h2>\n<p>Avant d\u2019aborder la proc\u00e9dure de remplacement, il est n\u00e9cessaire de comprendre la diff\u00e9rence entre un interrupteur standard et un interrupteur intelligent, car cette diff\u00e9rence n\u2019est pas seulement visuelle mais affecte \u00e9galement le fonctionnement de ces interrupteurs, leurs capacit\u00e9s et le type de c\u00e2blage requis.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7264\" src=\"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Normal-Switch-vs-Smart-Switch-Whats-the-Difference.webp\" alt=\"Normal Switch vs. Smart Switch: What's the Difference?\" width=\"1448\" height=\"1086\" \/><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Caract\u00e9ristique<\/th>\n<th>Interrupteur normal<\/th>\n<th>Interrupteur intelligent<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>M\u00e9thode de contr\u00f4le<\/td>\n<td>Basculage\/levier physique uniquement<\/td>\n<td>Bouton physique + application + commande vocale + automatisation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Protocole de communication<\/td>\n<td>Aucun (contact m\u00e9canique)<\/td>\n<td>Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Z-Wave ou Bluetooth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fonctionnement \u00e0 distance<\/td>\n<td>Impossible<\/td>\n<td>Contr\u00f4le depuis n\u2019importe o\u00f9 via smartphone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Programmation horaire<\/td>\n<td>Non disponible (n\u00e9cessite une minuterie externe)<\/td>\n<td>Horaires int\u00e9gr\u00e9s, d\u00e9clencheurs lever\/coucher du soleil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Commande vocale<\/td>\n<td>Non<\/td>\n<td>Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, etc.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Consommation d\u2019\u00e9nergie<\/td>\n<td>Nulle (passive)<\/td>\n<td>Faible consommation continue pour alimenter le module radio<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>N\u00e9cessit\u00e9 du fil neutre<\/td>\n<td>Non<\/td>\n<td>La plupart des mod\u00e8les n\u00e9cessitent un neutre ; certains non<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Co\u00fbt typique<\/td>\n<td>$2\u2013$8 par interrupteur<\/td>\n<td>$15\u2013$60 par interrupteur<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Dur\u00e9e de vie<\/td>\n<td>10\u201320 ans (usure m\u00e9canique)<\/td>\n<td>5\u201310 ans (les composants \u00e9lectroniques peuvent se d\u00e9grader)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Un interrupteur ordinaire est simplement un outil m\u00e9canique ; actionner l\u2019interrupteur provoque la fermeture ou l\u2019ouverture d\u2019un contact \u00e0 l\u2019int\u00e9rieur du circuit. Cependant, un interrupteur intelligent contient une petite carte \u00e9lectronique avec un module radio toujours activ\u00e9. Par cons\u00e9quent, la plupart des interrupteurs intelligents n\u00e9cessitent un fil neutre, car ce type de c\u00e2blage permet au courant \u00e9lectrique de circuler m\u00eame lorsque la lumi\u00e8re est \u00e9teinte. Pour une introduction plus approfondie sur ce que les interrupteurs intelligents peuvent faire, notre article sur <a href=\"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/fr\/blog\/what-is-a-smart-switch-3-benefits-not-to-be-missed-when-using-smart-switches\/\">ce qu\u2019est un interrupteur intelligent et ses principaux avantages<\/a> couvre l\u2019ensemble des fonctionnalit\u00e9s.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Quand faut-il remplacer un interrupteur normal par un interrupteur intelligent ?<\/h2>\n<p>Passer d\u2019un interrupteur normal \u00e0 un interrupteur intelligent n\u2019est pas toujours indispensable, mais il existe des situations o\u00f9 cela fait une diff\u00e9rence \u00e9vidente en termes de commodit\u00e9, d\u2019\u00e9conomie d\u2019\u00e9nergie et de s\u00e9curit\u00e9 domestique. Voici les raisons les plus convaincantes de le faire :<\/p>\n<h3>Vous souhaitez contr\u00f4ler vos lumi\u00e8res \u00e0 distance<\/h3>\n<p>Si vous \u00eates d\u00e9j\u00e0 parti au travail en vous demandant si vous aviez laiss\u00e9 la lumi\u00e8re de la salle de bain allum\u00e9e, un interrupteur intelligent peut \u00eatre une solution pour vous. Ainsi, un interrupteur intelligent vous aidera \u00e0 savoir si la lumi\u00e8re est allum\u00e9e ou \u00e9teinte via votre t\u00e9l\u00e9phone mobile.<\/p>\n<h3>Vous construisez un \u00e9cosyst\u00e8me de maison intelligente<\/h3>\n<p>Si vous poss\u00e9dez l\u2019un de ces produits, un interrupteur intelligent vous permettra de contr\u00f4ler vos lumi\u00e8res par commandes vocales. Vous pouvez par exemple donner l\u2019ordre \u201c Alexa, \u00e9teins toutes les lumi\u00e8res \u201d. Les interrupteurs intelligents fonctionnent avec les plateformes de divers assistants vocaux tels qu\u2019Alexa, Google Home et Apple HomeKit.<\/p>\n<h3>Vous souhaitez des horaires automatis\u00e9s<\/h3>\n<p>Les interrupteurs intelligents vous permettent de cr\u00e9er des routines, par exemple allumer la lumi\u00e8re du jardin au coucher du soleil et l\u2019\u00e9teindre au lever du soleil, ou faire allumer les lumi\u00e8res du couloir \u00e0 7 h tous les jours de la semaine. Certains interrupteurs peuvent m\u00eame reconna\u00eetre votre position gr\u00e2ce \u00e0 la g\u00e9olocalisation, ce qui signifie que les lumi\u00e8res s\u2019allumeront lorsque votre t\u00e9l\u00e9phone s\u2019approchera de votre domicile.<\/p>\n<h3>Vous vous souciez de la s\u00e9curit\u00e9 de votre domicile<\/h3>\n<p>Les interrupteurs intelligents peuvent simuler une activit\u00e9 lorsque vous \u00eates en vacances en contr\u00f4lant les lumi\u00e8res. Les interrupteurs intelligents diff\u00e8rent des minuteries basiques branch\u00e9es sur prise, car le fonctionnement ne suit pas le m\u00eame horaire chaque jour.<\/p>\n<h3>Vous souhaitez r\u00e9duire la consommation d\u2019\u00e9nergie<\/h3>\n<p>Les interrupteurs intelligents vous permettent de visualiser la consommation d\u2019\u00e9nergie de chaque circuit d\u2019\u00e9clairage. De nombreux interrupteurs intelligents peuvent indiquer la quantit\u00e9 d\u2019\u00e9nergie utilis\u00e9e par chaque circuit, et la possibilit\u00e9 de les \u00e9teindre \u00e0 distance signifie que vous ne gaspillerez pas d\u2019\u00e9lectricit\u00e9 sur des lumi\u00e8res laiss\u00e9es allum\u00e9es par erreur. En fin de compte, les \u00e9conomies r\u00e9alis\u00e9es sur une ann\u00e9e peuvent facilement couvrir le co\u00fbt d\u2019achat des interrupteurs eux-m\u00eames.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #e7f4ff; border-left: 4px solid #2196f3; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0;\">\n<p><strong>Astuce :<\/strong> Vous pouvez commencer par remplacer quelques interrupteurs dans votre maison d\u00e8s maintenant. Commencez par les emplacements les plus utilis\u00e9s comme le salon et la cuisine, ce qui vous permettra de profiter pleinement des avantages. Ensuite, vous pourrez compl\u00e9ter avec les chambres et les \u00e9clairages ext\u00e9rieurs avec de nouveaux interrupteurs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Tous les interrupteurs normaux peuvent-ils \u00eatre convertis en interrupteurs intelligents ?<\/h2>\n<p>C\u2019est l\u2019une des questions les plus fr\u00e9quentes des propri\u00e9taires, et la r\u00e9ponse est : <strong>la plupart le peuvent, mais pas tous.<\/strong> Plusieurs facteurs d\u00e9terminent si un interrupteur sp\u00e9cifique peut \u00eatre converti :<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7265\" src=\"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Can-All-Normal-Switches-Be-Converted-to-Smart-Switches.webp\" alt=\"Tous les interrupteurs normaux peuvent-ils \u00eatre convertis en interrupteurs intelligents ?\" width=\"1448\" height=\"1086\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Compatibilit\u00e9 du c\u00e2blage<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Sc\u00e9nario de c\u00e2blage<\/th>\n<th>Peut-il \u00eatre converti en Smart ?<\/th>\n<th>Ce dont vous avez besoin<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>C\u00e2blage moderne standard avec fil neutre<\/td>\n<td>Oui \u2014 simple<\/td>\n<td>Tout interrupteur smart standard (type n\u00e9cessitant un neutre)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pas de fil neutre (courant dans les maisons anciennes)<\/td>\n<td>Oui \u2014 avec des limitations<\/td>\n<td>Interrupteur smart sans neutre (utilise un condensateur de d\u00e9rivation)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C\u00e2blage en aluminium (maisons de 1965 \u00e0 1973)<\/td>\n<td>Non recommand\u00e9 pour le bricolage<\/td>\n<td>\u00c9lectricien requis ; connecteurs sp\u00e9ciaux n\u00e9cessaires<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C\u00e2blage \u00e0 bouton et tube (avant les ann\u00e9es 1940)<\/td>\n<td>Non \u2014 ne pas tenter<\/td>\n<td>Re-c\u00e2blage complet par un \u00e9lectricien agr\u00e9\u00e9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Pas de fil de terre dans la bo\u00eete<\/td>\n<td>Possible avec pr\u00e9caution<\/td>\n<td>Interrupteur smart avec plaque frontale en plastique (pas de m\u00e9tal expos\u00e9) ; protection GFCI recommand\u00e9e<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Compatibilit\u00e9 du type d\u2019interrupteur<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Interrupteurs unipolaires (un interrupteur contr\u00f4le une lumi\u00e8re) : Enti\u00e8rement compatibles. C\u2019est la conversion la plus simple et la plus courante.<br \/>\nInterrupteurs va-et-vient (deux interrupteurs contr\u00f4lent une lumi\u00e8re) : Compatibles, mais vous avez besoin soit d\u2019un interrupteur smart + kit d\u2019interrupteur compagnon, soit d\u2019un interrupteur smart d\u2019un c\u00f4t\u00e9 avec un interrupteur va-et-vient standard de l\u2019autre c\u00f4t\u00e9. Le c\u00e2blage devient plus complexe.<br \/>\nInterrupteurs \u00e0 quatre voies (plus de 2 interrupteurs contr\u00f4lent une lumi\u00e8re) : Compatibles, mais vous aurez besoin d\u2019un kit sp\u00e9cial d\u2019interrupteur smart d\u00e9di\u00e9 pour circuits multi-emplacements. Il est fortement recommand\u00e9 de faire appel \u00e0 un professionnel pour l\u2019installation.<br \/>\nInterrupteurs variateurs : Vous pouvez simplement remplacer un variateur standard par un variateur smart, mais assurez-vous de correspondre le type de variateur avec le type d\u2019ampoule (LED, incandescente, etc.).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Compatibilit\u00e9 de la charge<\/h3>\n<p>Les interrupteurs smart ont leur propre gamme de capacit\u00e9s de charge. La plupart supportent jusqu\u2019\u00e0 300W pour les dispositifs LED et 600W pour les incandescents. Si la consommation \u00e9lectrique de votre luminaire d\u00e9passe la capacit\u00e9 de l\u2019interrupteur \u2014 par exemple, un grand lustre avec 20 ampoules \u2014 vous devez remplacer votre interrupteur smart par un appareil \u00e0 charge plus \u00e9lev\u00e9e ou une solution relais. De plus, les charges tr\u00e8s faibles (moins de 5W, par exemple une ampoule t\u00e9moin LED classique) peuvent poser probl\u00e8me avec les interrupteurs smart sans neutre.<\/p>\n<p>Pour distinguer les types d\u2019interrupteurs utilis\u00e9s dans votre maison, vous devez vous familiariser avec les interrupteurs unipolaires, va-et-vient, quatre voies et bipolaires, car chacun a ses propres exigences concernant le remplacement par un interrupteur smart.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Comment choisir le bon interrupteur smart<\/h2>\n<p>Le processus de s\u00e9lection de votre interrupteur smart id\u00e9al consiste \u00e0 faire correspondre les fonctionnalit\u00e9s et sp\u00e9cifications de l\u2019interrupteur smart avec le c\u00e2blage de votre maison et vos pr\u00e9f\u00e9rences pour une maison intelligente. Voici les facteurs essentiels \u00e0 consid\u00e9rer :<\/p>\n<h3>Fil neutre vs. sans neutre<\/h3>\n<p>Le point le plus important est que si votre bo\u00eete d\u2019interrupteur a plusieurs fils blancs reli\u00e9s ensemble, vous avez un fil neutre et pouvez utiliser n\u2019importe quel interrupteur smart. Sinon, vous aurez besoin d\u2019un interrupteur smart sans neutre, qui utilise un condensateur de d\u00e9rivation fourni avec lui pour s\u2019alimenter au niveau du luminaire. Bien que les interrupteurs sans neutre soient un peu plus chers, ils ont une exigence de charge minimale plus basse. Pour en savoir plus, consultez notre article sur les interrupteurs smart avec neutre vs. sans neutre pour une comparaison d\u00e9taill\u00e9e des deux types.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7266\" src=\"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Smart-Switch.webp\" alt=\"Comment choisir le bon interrupteur smart\" width=\"1448\" height=\"1086\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Protocole de communication<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Protocole<\/th>\n<th>Port\u00e9e<\/th>\n<th>Hub requis ?<\/th>\n<th>Meilleur pour<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Wi-Fi<\/td>\n<td>Port\u00e9e du routeur (~30\u201345 m)<\/td>\n<td>Non<\/td>\n<td>Installations simples ; 1 \u00e0 5 interrupteurs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Zigbee<\/td>\n<td>R\u00e9seau maill\u00e9 (~30 m par appareil)<\/td>\n<td>Oui (hub ou Echo compatible)<\/td>\n<td>Maisons plus grandes ; 6 interrupteurs ou plus<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Z-Wave<\/td>\n<td>R\u00e9seau maill\u00e9 (~30\u201390 m par appareil)<\/td>\n<td>Oui (hub Z-Wave)<\/td>\n<td>Syst\u00e8mes domotiques \u00e9tablis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bluetooth<\/td>\n<td>Port\u00e9e courte (~9\u201315 m)<\/td>\n<td>Non (mais port\u00e9e limit\u00e9e)<\/td>\n<td>Single-room control<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Wi-Fi switches are the simplest of the different types. They do not require any hub; you only have to plug them into the router. Nevertheless, every additional switch increases the burden on the Wi-Fi connection. Therefore, if your installation includes more than 6 switches, it is better to use a Zigbee-based system with a hub for scalability. Zigbee switches make up a mesh network allowing each device to cover the communication of other devices.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Smart Home Platform Compatibility<\/h3>\n<p>Confirm that the smart switch you selected is compatible with the platform of your choice:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use Amazon Alexa for the highest level of compatibility with a variety of devices and voice functionality via Echo devices.<\/li>\n<li>The Google Home voice control is utilized by Nest speakers to connect with most Wi-Fi switches.<\/li>\n<li>Apple HomeKit requires the use of switches that are certified by HomeKit&#8217;s standards and supports Siri voice command.<\/li>\n<li>Tuya \/ Smart Life is one of the most popular platforms for affordable smart switches and complies with a wide range of devices.<\/li>\n<li>Samsung SmartThings is compatible with Zigbee and Z-Wave switches making it one of the most powerful automation platforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>4. Switch Style and Gang Count<\/h3>\n<p>Smart switches are available in varying configurations such as single-gang (one switch), two-gang, three-gang, and even four-gang models. Match the gang count to your plate currently installed on the wall. Some smart switches come with touch panels instead of physical buttons, making them look stylish but also potentially more difficult for your guests to operate. For top-rated options, our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/fr\/blog\/top-rated-smart-light-switches\/\">best-rated smart light switches<\/a> includes recommendations across different price points and protocols.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Additional Features to Consider<\/h3>\n<p>The dimming capability in some smart switches has made it possible for users to benefit from two devices combined in one.The tracking of power consumption is now possible because smart switches can keep track of power usage in real time via the app.Some smart switches can be used to create preset buttons for controlling various electronic appliances in the house like the \u201cMovie mode\u201d button will switch on the TV and dim the lights.Before purchasing smart switches it is advisable to check whether the manufacturer provides OTA (Over-The-Air) updates for the smart switch.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Outils et mat\u00e9riaux dont vous aurez besoin<\/h2>\n<p>Having everything ready before you start prevents interruptions mid-installation. Here&#8217;s the complete checklist:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-7267\" src=\"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Tools-and-Materials-Youll-Need.webp\" alt=\"Tools and Materials You'll Need\" width=\"1448\" height=\"1086\" \/><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Tool \/ Material<\/th>\n<th>Objectif<\/th>\n<th>Required?<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Voltage tester (non-contact or probe)<\/td>\n<td>Verify power is off before touching wires<\/td>\n<td><strong>Essential \u2014 do not skip<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Phillips and flathead screwdrivers<\/td>\n<td>Remove wall plate, unscrew old switch, mount new smart switch<\/td>\n<td>Essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wire strippers \/ lineman&#8217;s pliers<\/td>\n<td>Strip insulation, twist wires, secure wire nuts<\/td>\n<td>Essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wire nuts (usually included with switch)<\/td>\n<td>Connect smart switch wires to house wiring<\/td>\n<td>Essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wire labels or masking tape<\/td>\n<td>Label each wire before disconnecting<\/td>\n<td>Essential (critical for 3-way)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Electrical tape (optional)<\/td>\n<td>Wrap wire nuts for extra security<\/td>\n<td>Recommended<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Flashlight or headlamp<\/td>\n<td>See inside the electrical box<\/td>\n<td>Recommended<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Smartphone (with switch&#8217;s app installed)<\/td>\n<td>Pair and configure the switch after installation<\/td>\n<td>Essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Wi-Fi network name and password<\/td>\n<td>Connect Wi-Fi smart switches to your network<\/td>\n<td>Essential (for Wi-Fi switches)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bypass capacitor (if no-neutral switch)<\/td>\n<td>Install at the light fixture for no-neutral switches<\/td>\n<td>Only for no-neutral installations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>New smart switch<\/td>\n<td>The product you&#8217;re installing<\/td>\n<td>Essential<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Safety: Shutting Off Power Before You Start<\/h2>\n<p>You must never attempt to work with or repair electrical switches when the power is on. This is an infivable rule. All smart switches have very delicate circuits that can get damaged forever when a current is running, and more importantly, working with a live electric circuit may either cause severe injuries or may lead to even death.<\/p>\n<h3>Power Shutdown Procedure<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify the location of the electrical panel: it could most likely be found in the basement, garage, utility room, or a closet in a hallway.<\/li>\n<li>Recognize the correct electrical switch. If there are tags on the panel, simply look for the tag with the name of the room. However, if the panel has no tags, you must turn ON the electrical switch whose light you will be replacing and then proceed to turn off other switches until the light goes off. Make sure to have someone watch the switch as you go down the list.<\/li>\n<li>Set the switch to the OFF position.<\/li>\n<li>Perform voltage testing. Go back to the switch, remove its cover, and take a non-contact voltage testing device to check the wires. If it beeps, you still have power going to the switch. At this point, you should find out the correct switch to turn OFF.<\/li>\n<li>Test the switch. Turn it on and off. If the light does not come on, you have successfully turned off the power.<\/li>\n<li>Stick warning notices to notify if anyone tries to turn on the switch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3cd; border-left: 4px solid #ffc107; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0;\">\n<p><strong>\u26a0 Avertissement :<\/strong> Although the breaker is off, check with a voltage tester before contacting any wire. Older houses can sometimes have bundled neutrals or branch circuits that produce voltage on the supposedly \u201cdead\u201d circuit . If your voltage tester indicates so, stop and seek expert help.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Step 1: Remove the Old Normal Switch<\/h2>\n<p>After ensuring that the power supply is completely turned off, you proceed to the process of removing the switch you want to replace.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Remove the plate cover and unscrew the screw in the middle of the cover. If the cover has been painted over, make a cut around the edges of the cover with a knife to make sure the paint has been broken.<\/li>\n<li>Unscrew the switch from the box. The switch is kept in place with the help of 2 screws (one at the top and another at the bottom). All you have to do is unscrew them.<\/li>\n<li>Gently bring the switch forward to release it from the box but do not pull hard because the wires do not have much slack in them.<\/li>\n<li>Now it\u2019s time to take a photo. Before proceeding to disconnect the wires, take an image of the connections first in order to help you later when it comes to reconnection.<\/li>\n<li>Make labels for the wires. Once you are disconnected, use masking tape or adhesive labels to tag the wires you have removed, so you know which wire is which.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cLine\u201d carries electricity from source<br \/>\n\u201cLoad\u201d going to the electric lamp<br \/>\n\u201cNeutral\u201d means white wire(s) inside the box (if any)<br \/>\n\u201cGround\u201d is either the bare copper or green wire<br \/>\n\u201cTraveler\u201d is the red wire is 3-way connections<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Disconnect the wires. In case of screw connections, all you have to do is loosen the screws and pull out the wires, while the push-in connections can be removed by inserting a screwdriver and pulling the wire out.<\/li>\n<li>Finally, disconnect the ground wire by loosening the green screw and taking it out. Now you should have at least 2-5 wires extracted from the electrical box.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Step 2: Identify and Label the Wiring<\/h2>\n<p>Correctly identifying each wire is the most important part of this project. A wrong connection can fry your smart switch&#8217;s electronics or create a short circuit.<\/p>\n<h3>Standard Single-Pole Wiring<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Wire Color<\/th>\n<th>Fonction<\/th>\n<th>Smart Switch Terminal<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Black (one of two)<\/td>\n<td>Line (hot) \u2014 power from breaker<\/td>\n<td>L \/ Line \/ Live<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Black (other one)<\/td>\n<td>Load \u2014 power to light fixture<\/td>\n<td>L1 \/ Load<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>White (if present)<\/td>\n<td>Neutral \u2014 return path for smart switch electronics<\/td>\n<td>N \/ Neutral<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bare copper or green<\/td>\n<td>Ground \u2014 safety earth<\/td>\n<td>GND \/ Ground symbol<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>How to Identify Line vs. Load<\/h3>\n<p>A single-pole switch has two wires that are identical in appearance. There is, however, a means for differentiating between these wires:Turn off the circuit breaker and fit wire nuts on each of the black wires, one at a time. Go to the electrical panel and turn the circuit breaker back on. Use the noncontact voltage tester to test the two wires. The wire which registers a buzz from the tester is the line (hot) wire. The wire which gives no reading is the load wire that goes to the light. Turn the circuit breaker off before checking for voltage on each of the wires again.<\/p>\n<h3>Check for a Neutral Wire<\/h3>\n<p>Inspect the electrical box for a group of white wires tied together with a wire nut. If so, then you have a neutral wire, which means that you can use any type of smart switch. If you don&#8217;t see a white wire inside the box, then this means that you have a no-neutral setup, whereby you will need to make use of a no-neutral smart switch and install the bypass capacitor provided at the light fixture. If you&#8217;re also considering replacing other switches in your home, our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/fr\/blog\/how-to-replace-a-light-switch\/\">comment remplacer un interrupteur<\/a> walks through the general process for standard switch replacements.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Step 3: Wire the Smart Switch<\/h2>\n<p>Normally, smart switches are supplied with wires that have been stripped. The wires are labeled either on the device itself or in the user manual. You can connect them to the home electrical wiring as follows:<\/p>\n<h3>Smart Switch Wiring Tutorial (With Neutral)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Prepare the wiring from your residence. If the wire ends have rust or curvature, strip approximately half an inch of copper wire using wire strippers. Twist the ends in a clockwise manner.<\/li>\n<li>Ground wires are connected. Bring together the green wire of the smart switch and the ground wire from the electrical box and get both wires twisted with pliers. They have to be twisted in a clockwise direction.<\/li>\n<li>Line wire (also known as brown wire) connection. The next together the black wire of the smart switch and the line wire of the home and twist them together in a clockwise direction and seal the ends using a wire nut.<\/li>\n<li>Load wire connection. Similar to above, bring together the red wire or the second black wire of the smart switch and load wire of the home.<\/li>\n<li>The crucial difference in the neutral wire connection. The neutral wires are found in a bundle so first the existing wire nut should be removed and the white wire should be added to this bundle.<\/li>\n<li>Available electrical tape can be used to wrap the wiring joint.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0It is important to test every connection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>No-Neutral Smart Switch Wiring<\/h3>\n<p>In the absence of a neutral wire within the box, you need to follow a different procedure. The ground, line, and load wires have to be connected as done in the previous step. Instead of the neutral wire, use a bypass capacitor at the light fixture. The capacitor creates a flow of minor current through the neutral and load terminal.<\/p>\n<h3>Wire Nut Sizing Guide<\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Wire Combination<\/th>\n<th>Recommended Wire Nut<\/th>\n<th>Couleur<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Two 14 AWG wires<\/td>\n<td>Small<\/td>\n<td>Yellow \/ Orange<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Two 12 AWG wires<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Rouge<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Three or more 14 AWG wires (e.g., neutral bundle)<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Rouge<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Three or more 12 AWG wires<\/td>\n<td>Large<\/td>\n<td>Blue \/ Gray<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Step 4: Mount, Restore Power &amp; Pair with App<\/h2>\n<h3>Mount the Smart Switch<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Put the wires in the box. Gently push the connected wires back with folds in an accordion style. The first wire to go in must be the ground wire (back of the box), then the second wire that goes in is the neutral, while the last ones will be the line and load that go in the front. You have to check that there is no bare copper wire making contact with any terminal or box.<\/li>\n<li>You must align the switch with the mounting holes. The mounting ears of the switch should be flat against the top and bottom of the box. Place and screw in the two mounting screws until they are snug but not overtightened.<\/li>\n<li>Install the wall plate. Most smart switches come with wall plates that match the switches, as a backup you can still use the plate that comes with the switch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Restore Power<\/h3>\n<p>Go back to the circuit panel and switch ON the circuit breaker.The light on the smart switch should light up (most often this is a small blue or green light on the front panel). If nothing lights up, turn off the circuit breaker and inspect all the connections, because the most frequent reason is a neutral wire that isn\u2019t attached properly.<\/p>\n<h3>Pair with the App<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Download the application that complements the switch. Tuya switches should be connected with the \u201cSmart Life\u201d or \u201cTuya application\u201d. For the other brands, install the relevant manufacturer&#8217;s app (like Lutron Caseta app, TP-Link Kasa app etc.).<\/li>\n<li>Set the switch to the pairing mode. All you have to do is to click on the switch button and hold it for 5-10 seconds until the lamp starts blinking. You can find out more about the process from the manufacturer&#8217;s manual.<\/li>\n<li>Complete the steps of the application setup. The application will guide you on how to establish the connection with the switch with the help of Wi-Fi or how to pair the switch with the hub of Zigbee\/Z-Wave.<\/li>\n<li>Give the nickname to the switch and assign it to a room. For example, the name of the switch can be \u201cKitchen Ceiling Light\u201d in the \u201cKitchen\u201d room which would make implementing voice commands easier.<\/li>\n<li>Connect your switch with your smart home platform. In case you are using Alexa, you should enable the switch. For Google Home, make the connection via the app. If you are using Apple Homekit, scan the QR code that is shown on the switch or in the application.<\/li>\n<li>Test the functionality of both app and voice control. Verify if the light responds to commands given through the app and voice commands. Additionally, test if the manual switch still works regardless of Wi-Fi.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Converting a 3-Way Switch to Smart<\/h2>\n<p>The process of converting 3-way switches (which consist of two switches controlling a single light, comparably to those located at the foot and top of a staircase) into smart switches is more complicated. The two methods to achieve this are mentioned below:<\/p>\n<h3>Option A: Smart Switch + Companion Switch Kit<\/h3>\n<p>A number of producers provide a set that contains a smart switch and a companion switch. You need to take out both the old switches and fit the new ones provided in the set. The smart switch does the wireless communication while the companion switch transmits signals via the already installed traveler wire. This method guarantees neatness but calls for the replacement of both switches.<\/p>\n<h3>Option B: Smart Switch on One Side Only<\/h3>\n<p>You can put in a smart switch at one end, allowing the other end to stay a standard 3-way toggle. The smart switch connects with both line and load wires, along with neutral, ground wire, and traveler wire. This means that the other end will continue to operate in the traditional fashion. However, while the physical position of the toggle might be in the \u201cup\u201d position, the actual lamp could still be off as you may have turned it off using the app.<\/p>\n<h3>3-Way Smart Switch Wiring Steps<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Disconnect the electricity and check with a voltmeter.<\/li>\n<li>Take out both preceding 3-way switches.<\/li>\n<li>Find the common wire in both spots (the one with the black screw). The common wire in one switch is the line (coming from the breaker), while the common wire in the other switch is the load (going to the light).<\/li>\n<li>Put the intelligent switch at the position of the line wire. Attach black (L) to line, red (L1) to load, white (N) to neutral, green to ground, and connect the traveler wire to the traveler terminal.<\/li>\n<li>Put the companion switch in the other position. Attach the traveler, neutral and ground wires as instructed in the diagram given by the manufacturer.<\/li>\n<li>Fix both switches and turn on the power. Pair the intelligent switch with the relevant app.<\/li>\n<li>Check both physical switches and the app to see if they work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Installing a Smart Switch Without a Neutral Wire<\/h2>\n<p>If your house was built before 1985, then it is unlikely that it has a neutral wire in the switch box. After you check the box and confirm that the white-colored wires shout are missing, read on to explore your options.<\/p>\n<h3>No-Neutral Smart Switches<\/h3>\n<p>Some companies offer smart switches that have been designed for use in situations where there isn&#8217;t a neutral wire. This design works by making use of a bypass capacitor, which is placed at the light fixture and not in the toggle switch itself. With the help of this capacitor, the switch is able to draw a small amount of power at all times to operate its electronics.<\/p>\n<h3>Bypass Capacitor Installation<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Deactivate the energy supply at the circuit breaker and confirm with a voltage tester.<\/li>\n<li>Proceed to the area of the light bulb that the switch controls.<\/li>\n<li>Take out the light bulb because it is necessary to access the wires.<\/li>\n<li>Connect the bypass capacitor to the wire coming from the load going to the switch and the neutral wire that goes to the breaker; because the capacitor comes with two leads, one must be connected to the load and the other one must be connected to the neutral wire.<\/li>\n<li>Install the light fixture.<\/li>\n<li>Return to the switch box and wire up the smart switch with no neutral, connecting the line to L, the load to L1, and the ground wire to GND since there is no neutral wire in this instance.<\/li>\n<li>Attach the new switch in place, switch the energy back on, and configure your application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background: #fff3cd; border-left: 4px solid #ffc107; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 16px 0;\">\n<p><strong>\u26a0 Important:<\/strong> Neutral-less smart switches normally come with a minimum requirement for load, which is usually around 10 watts or more. If your light fixture uses low power LED light bulbs (less than 10 watts) then the bypass capacitor may not be able to supply enough power to the smart switch and it may be powerless or the lights may flicker. In such a case, you may either put in higher wattage bulbs in the fixture or get a bypass capacitor that can handle bigger power loads.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Important Precautions &amp; Common Mistakes<\/h2>\n<p>A simple installation of a smart switch can be a failure due to minor oversights. In most cases, this can be avoided by taking precautions:<\/p>\n<h3>1. Not Checking the Power is Off<\/h3>\n<p>Mistake: Assuming that the power is off because the right circuit breaker was turned off. The circuits can be misnamed, and current may pass through an alternative circuit.<\/p>\n<p>Solution: Use a voltage tester on every wire before attempting to work with it. If the voltage tester indicates that there is voltage, turn off the circuit breaker immediately.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Reversing the Power and Load<\/h3>\n<p>Mistake: Accidentally connecting the line wires to the load terminals. As a result, the device may not function as it should.<\/p>\n<p>Solution: Using a voltage tester, determine which wire is which. Label all wires.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Forgetting the Neutral Wire<\/h3>\n<p>Mistake: Attempting to connect a smart switch that requires a neutral wire in a place without any neutral wiring. In this case, the installation will not work at all.<\/p>\n<p>Solution: If there is no neutral in the box, purchase an adapter for your smart switch. Never use wiring from a different circuit; this is unsafe and against the law.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Not Tightening the Wire Ends Formally<\/h3>\n<p>Mistake: Failing to twist wires properly and using the wrong wire end. Loose connections may not work properly, lead to flickering, and cause arcing (fire hazard).<\/p>\n<p>Solution: Use pliers to twist wires into their ends before putting the wire nut on. Have a look at each connection after it has been made, and redo if it fails miserably.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Overloading the Smart Switch<\/h3>\n<p>Mistake: Trying to add something that requires more wattage than allowed by the smart switch. As a result, the relay may fail or a fire might start.<\/p>\n<p>Solution: Find out the total wattage consumption of all bulbs in the circuit, and make sure it doesn\u2019t exceed 80% of the limit.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Not Checking Whether the Physical Button Works<\/h3>\n<p>Mistake: Believing that the switch works just because it is connected to the app without testing the physical button.<\/p>\n<p>Solution: Always check if the outside button works after the installation. It should work even if the Wi-Fi connection is down.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Mixing Smart Switches in One Circuit<\/h3>\n<p>Mistake: Installing both a no-neutral switch and a neutral switch together on one lighting circuit. The last one has a bypass capacitor that may disrupt operation of the neutral switch.<\/p>\n<p>Solution: Make sure to install no-neutral wires on one lighting circuit or separate the smart switches onto different circuits.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Questions fr\u00e9quemment pos\u00e9es<\/h2>\n<h3>Can I convert a normal switch to a smart switch?<\/h3>\n<p>Almost always, you can change a regular switch into a smart switch. This is done by removing the existing mechanical switch from the wall box and putting in a smart switch that connects to Wi-Fi or a smart home hub. To do this, make sure (1) the wiring has a neutral wire; if it does, simply buy any smart switch. If the wiring does not have a neutral wire, you need to buy a no-neutral smart switch that has a bypass capacitor, (2) whether the existing switch is a single-pole or a 3-way switch. Buy the corresponding smart switch, (3) switch off the power at the breaker and check it with an electric tester, (4) connect the line, load, neutral (if there is one), and ground wires to the appropriate terminals of the smart switch and (5) install it, switch on the power and sync it with the smart home app. The entire process will take around 20-40 minutes for a single-pole switch. If you have aluminum wiring or knob-and-tube wiring or are not comfortable working with the wiring, seek a licensed electrician\u2019s help.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make a switch smart?<\/h3>\n<p>There are numerous approaches that allow you to convert a regular switch into a smart switch\u2014all without the need of replacing it entirely. The easiest and most common of all the methods is simply to replace it with a smart switch. Smart switches come with all the features you might be looking for\u2014app access, voice control, scheduling, automation, etc. Another way to make an ordinary switch smart is to install a switch relay (also termed as a smart switch module) behind your existing switch in a wall box. This way you can preserve the visual aspect of your toggle\/rocker switch while making it smart. One more way to make use of your regular switch is to use a smart bulb \u2014 in this case, the only demand is to keep the switch in the \u201con\u201d position all the time. However, the best and the easiest way to have a comprehensive array of features and ensure the reliability of experience is replacing the current switch with a smart one.<\/p>\n<h3>Do smart switches need special wiring?<\/h3>\n<p>Standard mechanical switches do not use a neutral wire, but most smart switches do. The neutral wire provides the smart switch with the ability to power the wireless radio module, even if the light is switched off. Homes built after 1985 typically have neutral wires in the electrical boxes of switches. If you are living in a house built before 1985 and there are no neutral wires in the switch box itself, you can install a smart switch with no neutral that has a bypass capacitor which will be installed on the light bulb. Aside from that, smart switches work just like traditional switches: including the same standard wiring.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the difference between a smart switch and a standard switch?<\/h3>\n<p>A conventional switch works only mechanically, as opening or closing the circuit occurs physically as the toggle switch is moved. Conventional switches do not need any power source to work, do not have any wireless feature, and can only be operated manually. On the contrary, a smart switch has built-in electronics with a radio circuit (Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Z-Wave), which always requires a power source. This means that one can control lighting using applications on the phone, voice assistants, schedules, and other tools, as well as turning the switch physically, thus saving electricity. Regular switches need a neutral wire for electronics because smart switches cost more than regular ones ($15-$60 vs. $2-$8). At the same time, the use of electronic components makes the lifespan of smart switches shorter than that of regular switches.For a comprehensive overview of what smart switches can do, the <a href=\"https:\/\/gog-elec.com\/fr\/product\/c-02-c-202-2-gang-smart-light-switch-tuya-zigbee\/\">C-02 Tuya Zigbee Smart Light Switch<\/a> is a good example of a modern smart switch with multi-protocol support.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>R\u00e9f\u00e9rences<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfpa.org\/education-and-research\/research\/fire-protection-research-foundation\/reports-and-proceedings\/for-emergency-responders\/electrical-safety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)<\/a> \u2014 National Electrical Code (NEC) guidelines for residential wiring, switch box requirements, and neutral wire standards.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ul.com\/resources\/ul-guide-information-wall-switches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UL (Underwriters Laboratories)<\/a> \u2014 UL 20 standard for general-use snap switches and UL 60669-2-1 for smart switch certification.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nema.org\/standards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association)<\/a> \u2014 Standards for wiring devices and smart switch interoperability.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Safety-Education\/Safety-Education-Centers\/electrical\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Commission de s\u00e9curit\u00e9 des produits de consommation des \u00c9tats-Unis (CPSC)<\/a> \u2014 Home electrical safety guidelines and aluminum wiring hazard alerts relevant to smart switch installations.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.energystar.gov\/products\/lighting_fans\/light_bulbs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ENERGY STAR<\/a> \u2014 Smart lighting energy efficiency data and connected lighting product specifications.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zigbeealliance.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Connectivity Standards Alliance (Zigbee)<\/a> \u2014 Zigbee protocol specifications for smart home device communication and mesh networking.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/developer.amazon.com\/alexa\/smart-home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amazon Alexa Smart Home<\/a> \u2014 Developer documentation for Alexa-compatible smart switch integration and voice control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>The conversion of an ordinary switch to a smart switch is one of the most beneficial upgrades for the smart home. Engaging in this process will cost you around $15 to $60 in the purchasing of the switch with additional installation cost of about 20 to 40 minutes. The entire switch will give you much more than a normal switch could: it offers integration, client-server type of interaction, scheduling, automation and energy monitoring. The process of conversion is simple and only requires you to do the following: first of all, you need to shut off electricity and check with the help of a voltage tester; second, you will have to uninstall the old switch and mark the wires; third, you must connect the wires from the smart switch to the relevant wires of your house; then you must finish installation of the switch and activate it in the mobile application.<\/p>\n<p>There are two main criteria for successful conversion: first, your wiring must be compatible with the new switch and there should be a neutral wire and secondly, the correct wire identification. Once you get this right, you need to choose the switch suitable for your application and the conversion will be successful from the very beginning and your entire lighting system will be connected. Don\u2019t hesitate to call a licensed electrician in case you are suspicious about the type of wiring of your house or want to avoid working with aluminum wiring.<\/p>\n<div id=\"zsw-popper-container-3663\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"zsw-popper-container-7311\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sitting on the couch, cozy and happy, you see your kitchen lights still on. You can get up and turn off the switch or you can just pick up your phone and tap a button to turn it off without even having to get up. 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