Wemo Dimmer WDS070 Frequently Asked Questions

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

1. What is the Wemo Smart Dimmer with Thread, WDS070?

The Wemo Smart Dimmer with Thread, WDS070 moves your Wemo® wall switches from a WiFi-based product to the newest and more stable Thread technology. It is a HomeKit®-only product to enhance your HomeKit ecosystem.

2. What is the warranty of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

It has a 2-year limited warranty.

3. What is Apple® HomeKit?

HomeKit is an Apple-developed ecosystem that allows control of multiple home automation brand products using a single app.

4. What is Thread?

Thread is a low-power mesh networking technology protocol designed to connect all the devices in your home. It creates a mesh network by making each device in your arsenal an access point. A Thread-enabled device will act as a mini-hub, which means you don’t have to deal with third-party hubs. It supports over 250 devices with multiple hops even if you have a well-developed smart home.

5. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 have a connected equipment warranty (CEW)?

No.

6. Is the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 MFi-certified?

No.

7. Is the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 Apple HomeKit-certified?

Yes.

8. Is the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 Thread-certified?

Yes.

9. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 support Bluetooth®?

Yes.

10. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 support Near Field Communication (NFC)?

Yes. It supports NFC for setup purposes only.

11. Is the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 Proposition 65-certified?

Yes.

12. Is the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 RoHS-certified?

Yes.

13. What color is the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 available in?

It is available in white.

14. What is included in the package of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

Below are included in the package:

Wemo Dimmer WDS070
Decora faceplate
Wire nuts
Neutral jumper wire
Quick start guide
Regulatory statement

HARDWARE INFORMATION

1. What wireless networking standard does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 support?

It supports the IEEE 802.15.4 standard.

2. What wireless security type does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 support?

None. The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 does not use WiFi for connecting to your HomeKit network.

3. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 require a neutral wire?

No. A neutral wire is not required to connect the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 to your home wiring system but is recommended, if available.

4. What wires does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 use to connect to my home wiring?

Below are the wires used to connect to your home wiring:

Incoming Line (Hot) from electric panel (Required)
Load wire to light (Required)
Neutral return wire to electric panel (Not required but recommended to use if available)
Ground (Not required but recommended to use if available)

5. How many buttons are on the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

There are three buttons on the front of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070:

Light ON / Brighten
Light OFF / Dim
Reset / Restore

6. What are the dimensions of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

Below are the dimensions:

Width: 1.71 in
Height: 4.9 in
Depth: 1.0 in

7. Are there any status lights on the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

Yes. The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 features a single multi-color status LED.

8. What are the operating and storage temperatures of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

Below are the temperatures of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070.

Operating temperatures:

-20°C to 45°C
10% – 80% humidity

Storage temperatures:

-20°C to 70°C
5% – 90% humidity

9. What are the maximum load ratings for the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 is designed to be used with lighting only. The maximum load ratings are based upon what type of bulbs are being used with the Wemo Dimmer WDS070.

Incandescent: 400W maximum total load
LED: 150W maximum total load
CFL: 150W maximum total load

The maximum load is based on the total power usage of all bulbs connected to the Wemo Dimmer WDS070. Only a single type of bulb should be used with the dimmer. Using mixed bulb types can cause the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 to function incorrectly or not at all.

10. What is the minimum load rating of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

A 7W minimum load is required when using the Wemo Dimmer WDS070.

11. What type of connections does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 use to connect to my wiring?

The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 supports screw-in type wiring or push-in type wiring connections. To know the options for wiring connection, click here.

12. Is the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 weather-resistant?

No. The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 is designed to be used indoors only.

13. Where can I locate the HomeKit code for my Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

The unique HomeKit code is located on the following:

On the quick start guide that came with your Wemo Dimmer WDS070
On the front of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 behind the faceplate

14. What are the parts of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

To know the parts of your Wemo Dimmer WDS070, click here.

SETUP AND CONFIGURATION

1. How can I set up the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 with the Apple Home network?

To know how, click here.

2. Can I use the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 without setting up the Apple Home network?

The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 can be used without connecting to an Apple Home network or an app. To know how to use your Wemo Dimmer WDS070 without setting up the Apple Home network, click here.

3. How do I connect the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 to my home wiring?

To know how, click here.

COMPATIBILITY

1. What equipment is required to use the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

The following are needed to use the Wemo Dimmer WDS070:

iOS device for setup and usage (iPad® or iPhone®) (required)
Apple Home hub for automation and remote functionality (optional)
Thread-compatible Home hub for thread functionality (optional)

2. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 require a Home hub?

The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 requires a Home hub for the following functionality:

Automation
Controlling while remote

3. What type of Home hub does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 require?

For Bluetooth connection, the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 is compatible with any Home hub that supports Bluetooth. For Thread connection, the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 requires a Thread-compatible Home hub.

QUICK TIP: Visit the Apple support site for Home hub compatibility information.

4. Can the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 be used without a Home hub?

Yes, but functionality will be limited. The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 requires an iOS device that can run the Home app and has Bluetooth connectivity to be controlled without using a Home hub. You will be limited to local control only and will only be able to control ON/OFF and dimming functions. You will not be able to create automation or control the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 remotely without a Home hub.

5. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 support Home app Scenes?

Yes, but a Home hub is required for Scene functionality.

6. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 support Home app Automations?

Yes, but a Home hub is required for Automation functionality.

7. Can the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 be used remotely?

Yes, but a Home hub is required for remote functionality.

8. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 work with Amazon Alexa devices?

No.

9. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 work with Google® Home devices?

No.

10. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 work with Siri®?

Yes.

11. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 work with the Wemo app?

No.

12. Does the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 support Wemo accounts?

No

13. Can the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 be used with Wemo rules?

No.

14. Can the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 be used with Android™ devices?

No.

15. Can the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 connect to my WiFi network?

No. The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 supports Thread and Bluetooth only.

16. What type of faceplate is used with the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 is compatible with Decora faceplates.

17. Can the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 be used in a multi-gang box?

Yes.

18. What types of bulbs can be used with the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

Below are the bulbs you can use:

Incandescent
Dimmable LEDs
Dimmable CFLs

19. What WATT rating do I refer to when choosing a CFL or LED bulb for the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

CFL and LED bulbs contain both an actual and equivalent Watt rating. When choosing what bulbs to use with the Wemo Dimmer WDS070, use the Actual rating. When using multiple bulbs, add the Actual ratings to determine how much power all the bulbs will consume.

Actual: This is the actual amount of power that the bulb consumes when in use.
Equivalent: This is the amount of power a similar incandescent bulb would consume to output the same amount of light that a bulb can produce.

20. Can the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 be used in a 3-way wiring configuration?

No. The Wemo Dimmer WDS070 is a single-pole switch and cannot be wired in a 3-way configuration

FUNCTIONALITY

1. What do the status lights mean on the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

Below are the status light behaviors of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070:

Behavior	Color	Meaning
Flashing	White	Wemo is not set up
Solid	White	Wemo has connected to your Home hub after the reboot
Flashing	Blue	Wemo is in setup mode
Solid	Blue	Wemo has connected to your home hub after the setup
Rapid Flashing	Green	Wemo has been identified by the Home app
Rapid flashing	Red	Wemo has overheated and the overheat protection has been triggered

2. How do I reboot the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

The reboot button is located on the front of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to reboot.

NOTE: If for some reason the reboot button isn’t working, you can turn OFF the power at your electrical panel for 3 seconds to force a reboot.

3. How do I perform a factory restore on the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

Press and hold the reset button located on the front of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 for 6 seconds to restore.

4. What is the purpose of the pull-out tab on the front of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

This is the power cut-OFF tab. It is used when changing a bulb connected to the Wemo Dimmer WDS070. Pull this tab out to cut power flow from the Wemo Dimmer WDS070 and replace your bulb. Push the tab back in when finished to allow power to flow again. To know more, click here.

NOTE: Pulling this tab out does not power down the Wemo Dimmer WDS070, it only cuts power flow out of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070.

5. How do I customize the maximum brightness level for my Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

To know how to set the maximum brightness level for your Wemo Dimmer WDS070, click here.

6. How do I customize the minimum brightness level on my Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

To know how to set the minimum brightness level for your Wemo Dimmer WDS070, click here.

7. Why would I want to set a maximum or minimum brightness level on my Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

To keep your lights from coming on brighter than you want them to and for troubleshooting any flickering issues.

8. How do I update the firmware of my Wemo Dimmer WDS070?

The Home app controls the firmware update of the Wemo Dimmer WDS070. By default, the Home app sets it to automatic but you can also change it to manual firmware update.