Hi Mads. I watched your previous installation video there were only 3 wires connecting to each L,L1 and L2. But this one got additional (total 2) wire connecting to L port? Can please share what's the difference? Thanks in advance
Great! thanks for sharing, do you have one that shows installation of 2 ways and 2 rocker/gang ? most of my switches are 2 ways (i.e. two switches at two different location to control same light)
Thanks for the great video. So you also need an Aqara hub for this switch to work? I have seen some wireless switches that come in a pair and no hub is required. One will replace the traditional switch and the other can be placed anywhere to perform the same switching function like a 2 way switch.
Hey MADS, any tips or clue how I can turn a 1 gang switch (controlling ceiling light), to a 2 gang switch) Ceiling and Separate LED downlighting). PS: I am installing Aqara 2 gang no neutral switch. Thx a million
Great video and I’ve learn something from you. Correct me if I am wrong.I have the following setup 2 Xiaomi smart Leds connected to a E1 switch (2 gang no neutral line with just L, L1 and L2) which automation can’t turn on when the E1 is in OFF state. It only works when the E1 is in ON state. Am I missing something or is Neutral needed.
Hi, Excellent video! My room light swtich external push button, my contractor installed the small word "ON" look upside down, but the function is fine, may I know any problem with that? Should I ask my contractor to redo it?
Hi there, thank you so much for sharing the idea on this in detail. Would you be able to share on the same thing but for 3 gangs instead? Thank you in advance.
Hi, what is the purpose of inserting both 2 live wires together in L. Is it for a two way switch whereby you have another switch on the other side of your home that could control the same lights? Tia.
The two rocker switch that I am trying to replace has the same layout configuration as yours. I was expecting one Live/hot wire coming from the MCB but there are actually two and interconnected exactly like yours.... I am wondering if anything need to be done to fasten those two wires before inserting into "L" socket of the Aqara switch.......
thanks for video, understand I well that status (on/off) should not be true if you combine manual and app controll switch ? I mean situation - light are on by the app, then you turn off lights by switch - does the app show lights still on or off ? If app changes status - how long it takes ? Thanks
Sorry I removed my previous response as I thought u referred to the SwitchBot. Here’s the correct ans: No matter u on off it manually, it will detect the current state on the app but it takes time. Can be 2 secs. But i noticed it response faster with cellular compared to wifi.
Does hdb bedroom ceiling light switch concealed wire route towards up/down/left/right of the switch? Thinking of drilling 2 holes near the switch to mount the aircon remote control holder, so just wanted to avoid drilling into the concealed light switch wire, should I mount on up/down/left/right of the switch? Thanks.
Hi, wonderful and helpful video. Do you know if I replace one out of the two traditional switches of a 3 way with an aqara, both the aqara and the remaining traditional switch work as intended?
Hi Mads, good video. Can i know do u need electrician to do anything special in order for the smart switches to works? Or as simple as just like your diy?
Enjoyed your video. I have installed a 2 gang smart switch , but I can only get one of the lights to work. Any idea where my mistake may be. My old switch was identical in wiring to yours and I transferred the wires as you did.
If the wirings are all correct, check the condition of the copper wires. If it looks burnt, trim the ends further in. Hope you understand what I meant.
I saw that you managed to control the 2 pendant lights with 1 wiring and also ceiling lights with only 1 wiring. How are those wired? are these daisy chained and run as 1 wire to the switch? Trying to understand the wiring things for my upcoming home as well to consider smart switch or smart lights instead...
Awesome demo I have question : is that possible to replace my current traditional 2-way switch with this smart switch? If possible, i must change both 2-way traditional switch? or i just need to change 1? (but I still would like to have both side physical switch functionable)
Hi Mads! Have you ever used Aqara switched for 3-tone lighs/lamps? How do you set it up in your Aqara switch/automation setup? Need your guidance! Thanks in advance!
Hello. I have existing sockets at home which i want to replace with Aqara D1. Was wondering are the mounts standard? I'm referring to the size and spacing of the two screws at the 6min mark. Thank you!
@@madsncakes cool thanks. hmm i noticed my plug has got 2x red wires leading into "Load" and then a blue wire. Does it mean that the "Load" are live wires and Blue one leads to my light? And that the "No Neutral" aqara will suit me? Thanks a lot!
@@madsncakes great to hear! It works well for me too but when I wanted to buy the 3 gang version, I saw one of the reviews with the seller commenting that smart switch should not be used together with smart lights. Tried finding other sources online but was not able to support the seller's comments. at least glad to hear it works well for you, ill continue to purchase then! Thanks!
If the smart switch status is off. The bulbs can’t be controlled by app. It can only be controlled if the switch is on- then u can change the bulb temp/color.
Hi, I like your videos. I'm considering smartifying some of my home too. How do I make the mi/aqara motion sensor work with a traditional light? Do I need to convert the light to the aqara smart switch before pairing it with the motion sensor (via the hub)? Thank you!
Albert Liu thank u! If you wish to switch off the lights thru the motion sensor. Then yes u need to either change the lights or the lights switches to make it smart. Then automate it in the app
@@madsncakes Thank you! One more thing: can you select what time the motion sensor come on and off via the app and hub? I do not need the motion sensor (and the lights) to come on during day time since it will be bright.
Yes, more clearer understanding. Finally I can install the aqara switches that are in my bomb shelter. So 2 wires marked with marker put to hole 1, 1 brown wire to hole 2. 1red wire to hole 3. 4 wires to 3 hole in Aqara Switch. Am I right?
MADS , do you happen to know if Taobao selling (2 way 2 button) version? Anyway, for everyone info, I accidentally insert a Live wire and Switch 2 wire into L (Live), another Live wire into L2 (Switch 2). Button 2 didn't worked and lucky the whole power box didn't trip.
You are really smart to install all these on your own. Now I'm thinking about installing these on my own too but Aqara sells switches with neutral and non neutral. Which type should I buy? Anyone can advise me on this please? Million thanks.
Hi @mads i am trying to change one of my hdb 2 rocker wall switch to the aqara switch non neutral. Apparently i have 6 wires instead of 4. Not sure if u able to advise
Hi does the hub has to be near the switch? I thought the switch connected to the wifi and the hub could be placed anywhere in the house as long as it's connected to the wifi.
@@pearlynlee6408 works ok for me! I used it for a very very long time. check the connection is correct and if a capacitor helps. one electrician who knows how to do this is Johnny 9010 9695
Hi Great vids! Do you think its possible to fire up the smart bulbs(such as Yeelight bulbs) or even turning it off with use of Mi/Aqara Motion Sensor without the need of changing the wall switch ?
Can you share how to connect Z1 to dimmable LED using the dimmer function? My electrician says it can’t be done because the switch has neutral… please help…
Hi, good video. Any idea usually, how many wires are there for wall sockets in Singapore? 3 (earth, live and neutral)? Since you are using Xiaomi just wondering if you know of any wall sockets (tempered glass surface, touch screen) that works with Xiaomi (Mijia). It will be good if it can work on a dual platform (with Tmall Genie). Thanks
@@madsncakes Thanks for the reply. At least I know its no neutral. Just wondering if the no neutral is "by default" as in when u get your apartment (completely new) its like that or, its done through renovation (at least I have a basic gauge). Just want to confirm as many new apartments were built to be without neutral which is to cater for smart home as compared to the ones that were built earlier. Once again, many thanks for responding.
I've a question regarding 2 way switches... So legt's say my BTO has 1 way and 2 way switches set up in traditional wiring method... so If I want to change to SMART switch, for current 1-way switch I just need to replace a smart switch... but any idea about those which are 2-ways switches?
@@madsncakes I don't really understand... Cos current wiring is done 2-ways already. So do I change the MASTER side to Smart Switch and leave the SLAVE side as the nornal switch? :)
I ordered an outsmart smart switch with no neutral. It comes with a capacitor and it says I must connect it to the very first light. Didn't really see or hear you mention about capacitor. Is it a must to install it?
Hi I need your support. I want to use Aqara switches as a 2-way connection. 2-way - i mean a long hallway - with a light in the middle and 2 switches on both ends, so i can switch on and off the same lamp from both ends. I currently have an existing 2-way electrical installation with normal switches (non smart).
Hi Mads does aqara do switches that is able to adjust the brightness of the bulbs? (My bulbs are adjustable from 2000k to 3000k). Or can i adjust it from my aqara app?
is no-neutral smart switch stable? I came across some comment on no-neutral switch being fragile and incompatible with some low power LED light. I am doing renovation to my resale HDB and I am thinking to put neutral wire to those switches.
Hi, if I buy a triple switch version, wire only two buttons, can I use the third button to control something else. Let's say if I click the third button, can it turn off all the lights at home? Or the third button needs to be powered in order to be able to control something? Thanks
@@madsncakes Thanks for your reply, I watched your video but couldn't find the answer to my question. I did some research and ended up on this blog blog.tlpa.nl/2017/11/02/xiaomi-aqara-wall-switch/ He claims that "You might ask: ‘why would I buy a double key switch if I only have a single key now?’ Because I thought (potential spoiler) that I could only connect the wires for a single key and the other key would just be programmable (for other automation’s), sadly enough I had to find this out the hard way." It seems it's not possible to programme the button which is not connected for other automation tasks? I wanted to use the spare (I won't wire it to any lamp) button to turn off all of my lights at home but it doesn't seem possible? Thanks
Good afternoon. I want to buy an Aqara D1 circuit breaker (QBKG21LM without neutral, one key, wall mounted). I want to connect 5 MJTS01YL bulbs to it. But in the off state, the bulbs consume very little (less than 3 watts) and the switch will not work correctly. Its working range is 800W-3W Can you please tell me what you can buy for a load of 3W?
Hey Mads, any issues with the aqara no neutral switches. There are many reports of the switches failing on hardware zone. Also can I ask if the lights you are connecting them to are all LEDs?
Felix Kho the aqara switch itself no issues. It depends on the light. If u are referring to flickering, it could be resolved by adding a capacitor to the light. So far I’ve used COB LED, SMD LED, T5 and LED bulbs... SMD LED is the only light with minimal flickers
hello could you share a little more on this switch as i'm also thinking of buying the Aqara switches, but i have some doubts 1) any issues with the no neutral switches you are using so far? i understand that the longevity of the Aqara switches without neutral has reliability issues. From your first video over a year ago, are both switches running well till to date? 2) did you install a capacitor across your aqara switches to solve the flickering issue etc? or you went without a capacitors, no issues so far?
EmptyHue hello there. so far ok. No capacitors. Occasional flicks (once 1-2 mth?) in the bathroom smd led but not on the T5. For my living room, no issues on cob led and aqara bulbs
Love your videos. Short and sweet. Need abit of help while I am planning for my smart home. When using Aqara Home app, which region do I choose? Currently there is no Singapore region and I do see "Other Region" as an option. Should I use that? Also in "Other Region" I did see Aqara wired wall switch. Can I pair it with aqara home app?
Hey MADS. Just wanna check with you if your aqara hub coverage is enough for all the aqara smart switches without neutral? Planning to use the aqara smart switches but wondering if i would need a zigbee repeater for a 5 room bto?
Just to check is there any problem with the switch until now? As I see review online that when there is no neutral wire it will have intermittent on and off. Please share your thoughts. Thank you
MADS yes! U mean it works in the app?? Great! Thanks! I bought the lights with 3 tone colour. Thought it wouldn’t work in the app. Thanks for reassuring!
Excellent videos, I watched the old and this one, excellent information about the switches, good to know there are 2 different ones :) Now I have a new project for my house, thanks again and keep it up!
@@madsncakes Thanks MADS, I actually meant the wireless switch vs the switch you wire to the wall :) I thought it would've been a really great solution to actually change the switches, but didn't see that solution out in the regular places I shop. So thanks for bringing it out
@@madsncakes hi there, does the latest D1 wall switches have the same installation method as your videos? i needed triple gang switches so i need to get the D1 version for my place.
I won’t be sharing and it is better to get an electrician. This guy is great and lost his events cabling job from the covid situation. So if u need any electrical works done do look for Johnny +65 9010 9695
@@madsncakes thanks for the contact. Johnny helped me with my smart switches electrical work. He even tried solving my complex 2way scenario through WhatsApp and guide me through. Pls get in touch with him if you need any assistance on smart home solutions 👍🏻
Hi do you connect any capacitor for your nuetral wire? As what i know if you didn’t run any neutral you need to run light wire to capacitor then to neutral.
Thanks for making another video. Your videos gave me the confidence to install the switches in my home. However I have switched that are 3way and hope that Aqara will make a 3way switch in the future.
Brian chan yes u could but I don’t connect motion sensors to lights anymore. It can get freaky lol. I do use it with ac. No motion for 20 mins, switch off ac through the IR. Works for me
Huge thanks for this video! But just want to check that the Aqara Hub link in your description, the product reviews people indicated that it's a Mijia hub and not Aqara. Will that affect the pairing with Aqara smart switches?
Hi there, thank you for your video. Is there a way to link Universal IR with Aqara. Currently the Universal IR uses the Mi Home app and will not work with the Aqara app
Hi I just got a Aqara two rockers model no neutral but there were no blue light. Checked there is L-240V incoming . Do you think it is broken? Aqara hub also cannot locate this switch. Thanks
Great video. After seeing this video, I have better understanding of what to get for my next addiction 🤣. Btw, you are not using Mijia app but Aqara app instead for all ur devices. Anyway, you are such a handywoman but do take safety first. Kinda having cold sweat seeing u on the ladder changing ur ceiling lights...😅
Melvin Tan i am using mijia app as it’s most convenient for me with all the sub brands like Viomi etc. The first few steps was scary then I got used to it. It’s my first time attempting ahhaha
Thanks for the video. I’m planning for a DIY convention after watching it. 1 of the main prob is I do not have a neutral wire installed in my current home and I’ve read that ur lights tend to spoil faster for smart switch with neutral. Have u faced similar issue so far ?
Hi, can you please tell me the dimensions of the switch? I am planning to order a couple of them however in the meantime the junction boxes should be installed into the walls. Can you please tell me which size of junction box shall be used?
I heard Google home has ceased support for all xiaomi related apps and devices. Is your Aqara still working properly? If not any other brand to recommend?? @mads
Hello, If a i have this Aqara Wall Switch (single or double), an aqara hub and an rgb lamp/light, can i dim the light over the the app (if i pair only the smart switch in the app) or i need a dimmer switch or a wifi lamp?
I know it can with yeelight. I did wireless switch with yeelight bulb. However with aqara wired switch, u have the option to switch to wireless switch in setting. Create automation > choose yeelight bulb > + change color or brightness
Want to ask a question, is this aqara save the last state? for example if the electricity went down when the light state is on, when the electricity come back online is the light still in the on state or it will be switched off? Thanks for the video anyway.. :D
I have a problem with my aqara switch. Whenever I try to change the light scene from my homekit/mihome, it will attempt to change scene and switch off my lights. Do you experience anything similar? :(
Hi MADS, tks for the video. After watching I bought this switch n lucky I watch ur video n bought the no neutral version. My hdb is 20+ yrs n my switch is not build into wall type. U knw any base plate in the market can fit? Also, do u hv 小爱同学？any issue controlling it w it?
Welcome! Are u referring to something like this qoo.tn/BtETtW/Q111280845 Yes I have xiao ai. I usually just say xiao ai tong xue. kai teng. Seems to work perfectly. U can see more commands in app
hi MADS , nice information here , but I'm still wondering , can this switches or automation controlled by alexa ? for example I've installed smart switch open for night , and then ask alexa to turn off switch in the morning ? thanks before 👍
Fenky Kwanz Aqara itself works with Alexa and google independently I never tried the automation on these ecosystems yet. I’m on Xiaomi and yes I could set it by timer, time delay etc
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After watching you do all these stuff...I wanna upgrade my wife.
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@@madsncakes Video still available :D
So excited to share that I will launch my own smart home start up soon! 😎
Hi Mads. I watched your previous installation video there were only 3 wires connecting to each L,L1 and L2. But this one got additional (total 2) wire connecting to L port? Can please share what's the difference? Thanks in advance
Great! thanks for sharing, do you have one that shows installation of 2 ways and 2 rocker/gang ? most of my switches are 2 ways (i.e. two switches at two different location to control same light)
Thanks for the great video. So you also need an Aqara hub for this switch to work? I have seen some wireless switches that come in a pair and no hub is required. One will replace the traditional switch and the other can be placed anywhere to perform the same switching function like a 2 way switch.
Thank you for the insightful video! Would you recommend the H1, H1M or Z1pro switches, if the main purpose is to switch on/off my smart fans via app?
Hey MADS, any tips or clue how I can turn a 1 gang switch (controlling ceiling light), to a 2 gang switch) Ceiling and Separate LED downlighting).
PS: I am installing Aqara 2 gang no neutral switch. Thx a million
Great video and I’ve learn something from you. Correct me if I am wrong.I have the following setup 2 Xiaomi smart Leds connected to a E1 switch (2 gang no neutral line with just L, L1 and L2) which automation can’t turn on when the E1 is in OFF state. It only works when the E1 is in ON state. Am I missing something or is Neutral needed.
Maybe different. Mine is the old kind of aqara which I removed it recently. I will be sharing my own smart home startup soon
Hi, Excellent video!
My room light swtich external push button, my contractor installed the small word "ON" look upside down, but the function is fine, may I know any problem with that? Should I ask my contractor to redo it?
Hi there, thank you so much for sharing the idea on this in detail. Would you be able to share on the same thing but for 3 gangs instead? Thank you in advance.
Hi must you get the aqara hub for it? Or just the switch itself works witht the app already?😊
Hi, what is the purpose of inserting both 2 live wires together in L. Is it for a two way switch whereby you have another switch on the other side of your home that could control the same lights? Tia.
Hi great videos! Can I ask if you have smart switch for water heater? If yes, which smart switch did you get? Thanks
The two rocker switch that I am trying to replace has the same layout configuration as yours. I was expecting one Live/hot wire coming from the MCB but there are actually two and interconnected exactly like yours.... I am wondering if anything need to be done to fasten those two wires before inserting into "L" socket of the Aqara switch.......
thanks for video, understand I well that status (on/off) should not be true if you combine manual and app controll switch ? I mean situation - light are on by the app, then you turn off lights by switch - does the app show lights still on or off ? If app changes status - how long it takes ? Thanks
Sorry I removed my previous response as I thought u referred to the SwitchBot.
Here’s the correct ans: No matter u on off it manually, it will detect the current state on the app but it takes time. Can be 2 secs. But i noticed it response faster with cellular compared to wifi.
Does hdb bedroom ceiling light switch concealed wire route towards up/down/left/right of the switch? Thinking of drilling 2 holes near the switch to mount the aircon remote control holder, so just wanted to avoid drilling into the concealed light switch wire, should I mount on up/down/left/right of the switch? Thanks.
Hi, wonderful and helpful video. Do you know if I replace one out of the two traditional switches of a 3 way with an aqara, both the aqara and the remaining traditional switch work as intended?
Sorry I am not sure about 3 way...
Hi Mads, good video. Can i know do u need electrician to do anything special in order for the smart switches to works? Or as simple as just like your diy?
Nothing special. Connect and setup
Enjoyed your video. I have installed a 2 gang smart switch , but I can only get one of the lights to work. Any idea where my mistake may be. My old switch was identical in wiring to yours and I transferred the wires as you did.
If the wirings are all correct, check the condition of the copper wires. If it looks burnt, trim the ends further in. Hope you understand what I meant.
Thanks for the super informative video. Can I ask why there are 2 wires that go to the L?
Great video, planning for HA. would like to check is the wall switches reliable. just worry about safety issue.
Jy JY yep it is
@@madsncakes thanks for the fast reply.
Question does the smart switch work with nonsmart bulbs?
I saw that you managed to control the 2 pendant lights with 1 wiring and also ceiling lights with only 1 wiring.
How are those wired? are these daisy chained and run as 1 wire to the switch?
Trying to understand the wiring things for my upcoming home as well to consider smart switch or smart lights instead...
It’s hard to explain. If you need help - get an electrician who knows smart home stuff. Johnny +65 9010 9695
Awesome demo
I have question : is that possible to replace my current traditional 2-way switch with this smart switch?
If possible, i must change both 2-way traditional switch? or i just need to change 1? (but I still would like to have both side physical switch functionable)
possible with my upcoming new switch, but still recommend u change it to 1 way
My double switch is for light and ceiling fan. Does it work with fan too
Can i know is there light indicator in the switch? If yes. What can it be adjust or how it function? When on the light is on or off?
Hi Mads! Have you ever used Aqara switched for 3-tone lighs/lamps? How do you set it up in your Aqara switch/automation setup? Need your guidance! Thanks in advance!
Can the Aqara switch be used in automation to switch on/off non IOT light ?
Hello. I have existing sockets at home which i want to replace with Aqara D1. Was wondering are the mounts standard? I'm referring to the size and spacing of the two screws at the 6min mark. Thank you!
It fits sg standard.
@@madsncakes cool thanks. hmm i noticed my plug has got 2x red wires leading into "Load" and then a blue wire. Does it mean that the "Load" are live wires and Blue one leads to my light? And that the "No Neutral" aqara will suit me? Thanks a lot!
@@penumbralle27 no neutral suits all home. I am not qualified to give electrical advice
@@madsncakes I see. thanks a lot for the informative video :)
Thank you for this video.
If my lights aren't smart does the switch work ?
Thanks again.
PRG Line that’s the whole point. Smart switches will make normal lights smart
@@madsncakes Thank you.
Hello MADS, did you combine your xiaomi smart lights with this aqara wall switch? Did it work well? Thanks,
Meatballs hao I did. Works ok. Depends what u trying to achieve
@@madsncakes great to hear! It works well for me too but when I wanted to buy the 3 gang version, I saw one of the reviews with the seller commenting that smart switch should not be used together with smart lights. Tried finding other sources online but was not able to support the seller's comments. at least glad to hear it works well for you, ill continue to purchase then! Thanks!
If the smart switch status is off. The bulbs can’t be controlled by app. It can only be controlled if the switch is on- then u can change the bulb temp/color.
I have installed 3gang d1 too
@@madsncakes thanks for your advice and this video!
Hi, I like your videos. I'm considering smartifying some of my home too.
How do I make the mi/aqara motion sensor work with a traditional light? Do I need to convert the light to the aqara smart switch before pairing it with the motion sensor (via the hub)?
Thank you!
Albert Liu thank u! If you wish to switch off the lights thru the motion sensor. Then yes u need to either change the lights or the lights switches to make it smart. Then automate it in the app
@@madsncakes Thank you!
One more thing: can you select what time the motion sensor come on and off via the app and hub? I do not need the motion sensor (and the lights) to come on during day time since it will be bright.
Yes u can schedule
@@madsncakes Great! Thanks for helping!
Yes, more clearer understanding. Finally I can install the aqara switches that are in my bomb shelter.
So 2 wires marked with marker put to hole 1, 1 brown wire to hole 2. 1red wire to hole 3.
4 wires to 3 hole in Aqara Switch. Am I right?
I was wondering both live wire insert to one hole, is it okay? As in both live wire touching each other, is okay?
Yup in my video, top 2 wires goes to first hole which is L on aqara
Bottom wires goes to second and third
L1 and L2 on aqara
MADS sorry, so many question... is your living room you install the Aqara, a 2 way switch?
It’s 1 way with 2 buttons
MADS , do you happen to know if Taobao selling (2 way 2 button) version?
Anyway, for everyone info, I accidentally insert a Live wire and Switch 2 wire into L (Live), another Live wire into L2 (Switch 2).
Button 2 didn't worked and lucky the whole power box didn't trip.
You are really smart to install all these on your own. Now I'm thinking about installing these on my own too but Aqara sells switches with neutral and non neutral. Which type should I buy? Anyone can advise me on this please? Million thanks.
I will be coming up with my own switches soon. 😎
Hi @mads i am trying to change one of my hdb 2 rocker wall switch to the aqara switch non neutral. Apparently i have 6 wires instead of 4. Not sure if u able to advise
Hi does the hub has to be near the switch? I thought the switch connected to the wifi and the hub could be placed anywhere in the house as long as it's connected to the wifi.
Hi, very informative video there! Have u experienced the aqara switch not working even as traditional switch ( no blue light ) ?
When it was working fine initially then suddenly not anymore *
@@pearlynlee6408 works ok for me! I used it for a very very long time. check the connection is correct and if a capacitor helps. one electrician who knows how to do this is Johnny 9010 9695
Thanks !!
Hi! To prevent flickering, what’s the value of capacitor you added? Where did you get them? How do I connect it to the light? Thanks!
For my place - I didn’t add any...
Hi Great vids! Do you think its possible to fire up the smart bulbs(such as Yeelight bulbs) or even turning it off with use of Mi/Aqara Motion Sensor without the need of changing the wall switch ?
As long as it is in the xiaomi family and connected via app. It should be able to automate motion sensor > yeelights
Can you share how to connect Z1 to dimmable LED using the dimmer function? My electrician says it can’t be done because the switch has neutral… please help…
Hi your both live you make it into one wire to connect to you aqara?
For this switch... hub is required?
So with aqara if for some reason my wifi doesn’t work I still can turn off/on my lights from the aqara wall switch right?
Hi, good video. Any idea usually, how many wires are there for wall sockets in Singapore? 3 (earth, live and neutral)? Since you are using Xiaomi just wondering if you know of any wall sockets (tempered glass surface, touch screen) that works with Xiaomi (Mijia). It will be good if it can work on a dual platform (with Tmall Genie). Thanks
David Ho I only know for my type of housing.. no neutral. Not sure about tmall genie sorry!
@@madsncakes Thanks for the reply. At least I know its no neutral. Just wondering if the no neutral is "by default" as in when u get your apartment (completely new) its like that or, its done through renovation (at least I have a basic gauge). Just want to confirm as many new apartments were built to be without neutral which is to cater for smart home as compared to the ones that were built earlier. Once again, many thanks for responding.
No neutral by default in hdb... anyone pls correct me if I’m wrong :)
Guys pls remember to turn off the power before u do any of this!!!!
Hi, is it possible to disable a button during certain times or even better: assign a different function when pressed?
I think you can set a time range for that function to work
I've a question regarding 2 way switches... So legt's say my BTO has 1 way and 2 way switches set up in traditional wiring method... so If I want to change to SMART switch, for current 1-way switch I just need to replace a smart switch... but any idea about those which are 2-ways switches?
The connection must change to 1 way
And u do the 2 way thru automation in app.
@@madsncakes I don't really understand... Cos current wiring is done 2-ways already. So do I change the MASTER side to Smart Switch and leave the SLAVE side as the nornal switch? :)
@@cheunkiatlee5152 must redo to 1 way and connected to aqara switch. Before u automate. Ask Johnny +65 9010 9695 if u need electrician to help u
hi
I am re-wiring my resale hdb
would you suggest if i should rewire with neutral wire...??
i heard it solve a lot of problem?
Possible too!
Which hub do u recommend? Was planning to get the Xiaomi automation hub but saw you were using the Aqara hub instead? Any difference?
Try g2 camera hub. Best for value and performance
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I ordered an outsmart smart switch with no neutral. It comes with a capacitor and it says I must connect it to the very first light. Didn't really see or hear you mention about capacitor. Is it a must to install it?
Not a must.
@@madsncakes thanks for your reply. I have already installed the capacitor last week though.
If you on the lights using a smart switch, can you close the light with the physical switch?
Yup u can
Hi I need your support.
I want to use Aqara switches as a 2-way connection. 2-way - i mean a long hallway - with a light in the middle and 2 switches on both ends, so i can switch on and off the same lamp from both ends.
I currently have an existing 2-way electrical installation with normal switches (non smart).
Hi Mads does aqara do switches that is able to adjust the brightness of the bulbs? (My bulbs are adjustable from 2000k to 3000k). Or can i adjust it from my aqara app?
Great video ! Is it possible to connect Aqara to Apple homekit or google assistant ?
😂😂😂😂 I just setup Google home so I can answer u.
Google home - yes
Apple home kit - yes
@@madsncakes Thats great to know ! hope to see a tutorial on that :)
@@madsncakes May I know if you are using international version of aqara hub? or China version?
MADS is there a difference between international version and china version?
I don’t think much diff
is no-neutral smart switch stable? I came across some comment on no-neutral switch being fragile and incompatible with some low power LED light.
I am doing renovation to my resale HDB and I am thinking to put neutral wire to those switches.
Seems ok with my 7 watt cob leds, 12w, t5s....
Possible to share what type of switch for heater? Referring to smart switch
Is Aqara wall switch got sg safety mark? got cover in fire insurance?
Nope
This wall switch needs to connect to hub? Or can direct connect WiFi and control on app?
Hi, if I buy a triple switch version, wire only two buttons, can I use the third button to control something else. Let's say if I click the third button, can it turn off all the lights at home? Or the third button needs to be powered in order to be able to control something? Thanks
Yup don’t need a wire for third button. See my latest aqara video
@@madsncakes Thanks for your reply, I watched your video but couldn't find the answer to my question.
I did some research and ended up on this blog blog.tlpa.nl/2017/11/02/xiaomi-aqara-wall-switch/ He claims that "You might ask: ‘why would I buy a double key switch if I only have a single key now?’ Because I thought (potential spoiler) that I could only connect the wires for a single key and the other key would just be programmable (for other automation’s), sadly enough I had to find this out the hard way."
It seems it's not possible to programme the button which is not connected for other automation tasks? I wanted to use the spare (I won't wire it to any lamp) button to turn off all of my lights at home but it doesn't seem possible? Thanks
Good afternoon.
I want to buy an Aqara D1 circuit breaker (QBKG21LM without neutral, one key, wall mounted).
I want to connect 5 MJTS01YL bulbs to it.
But in the off state, the bulbs consume very little (less than 3 watts) and the switch will not work correctly. Its working range is 800W-3W
Can you please tell me what you can buy for a load of 3W?
Hi, kindly check do you need neutral wire for this your smart switch
I also want to know...
HI MADS, great video! wanna ask. are all HDB units wall switch default comes with neutral wire?
Nope, neutral not required in Singapore light switches
@@madsncakes noted. Do i need to install capacitor on lights if go w/o neutral ar?
Watch my latest aqara updates
Thanks for the great video on the smart switches. Does Aqara has five buttons switch?
Felix Sim nope...
No use neutral? I see some switch come neutral? Ples explain me
Hey Mads, any issues with the aqara no neutral switches. There are many reports of the switches failing on hardware zone. Also can I ask if the lights you are connecting them to are all LEDs?
Felix Kho the aqara switch itself no issues. It depends on the light. If u are referring to flickering, it could be resolved by adding a capacitor to the light. So far I’ve used COB LED, SMD LED, T5 and LED bulbs... SMD LED is the only light with minimal flickers
MADS how do you add capacitor to the bulb?
I don’t know how... sorry!
hello
could you share a little more on this switch as i'm also thinking of buying the Aqara switches, but i have some doubts
1) any issues with the no neutral switches you are using so far? i understand that the longevity of the Aqara switches without neutral has reliability issues. From your first video over a year ago, are both switches running well till to date?
2) did you install a capacitor across your aqara switches to solve the flickering issue etc? or you went without a capacitors, no issues so far?
EmptyHue hello there. so far ok. No capacitors. Occasional flicks (once 1-2 mth?) in the bathroom smd led but not on the T5. For my living room, no issues on cob led and aqara bulbs
Hi. I have a traditional 2 way 3 gang switch. Are there any 2 way smart switches from aqara?
No u just need to route it correctly
Check with this guy Johnny +65 9010 9695
@@madsncakes thank you.
Love your videos. Short and sweet.
Need abit of help while I am planning for my smart home. When using Aqara Home app, which region do I choose? Currently there is no Singapore region and I do see "Other Region" as an option. Should I use that?
Also in "Other Region" I did see Aqara wired wall switch. Can I pair it with aqara home app?
Just A Cat Lover thanks! Yes have to choose China or other region
Hey MADS. Just wanna check with you if your aqara hub coverage is enough for all the aqara smart switches without neutral? Planning to use the aqara smart switches but wondering if i would need a zigbee repeater for a 5 room bto?
Nope! One is enough
@@madsncakes thank you!
Hi can I check if you know the aqara switches work with Xiaomi hub V3? Many thanks
Just to check is there any problem with the switch until now? As I see review online that when there is no neutral wire it will have intermittent on and off. Please share your thoughts.
Thank you
Working well. Will share when I get time
@@madsncakes ok sure. thank you. BTW it is a comprehensive video for viewer to understand.
Hello! Nice video! Which smart hub do you recommend us to purchase? Xiaomi smart gateway?
Thanks! I recommend aqara
Hi, thanks alot for the video! But I have one qns, what if there are lights that has 3 tone colour, can I change the colour in the app?
Tiffany Nyap is it those that u press once and it change color, press again another color? Then it should work
MADS yes! U mean it works in the app?? Great! Thanks! I bought the lights with 3 tone colour. Thought it wouldn’t work in the app. Thanks for reassuring!
In the app it looks like a normal switch, u just need to press like how u would usually
Excellent videos, I watched the old and this one, excellent information about the switches, good to know there are 2 different ones :)
Now I have a new project for my house, thanks again and keep it up!
Both videos are the same... aqara non neutral wall switches. And the latest d1 wall switches triple gang
@@madsncakes Thanks MADS, I actually meant the wireless switch vs the switch you wire to the wall :)
I thought it would've been a really great solution to actually change the switches, but didn't see that solution out in the regular places I shop.
So thanks for bringing it out
@@madsncakes hi there, does the latest D1 wall switches have the same installation method as your videos? i needed triple gang switches so i need to get the D1 version for my place.
Hi! Is there a difference between the wall switches from Aqara and Yeelight? Thx!!!!!!!!!!!
Hoden123456 I never tried it so can’t comment
Would you be sharing how to convert the switch from 2 way to 1 way? It might benefit some of us. Thanks
I won’t be sharing and it is better to get an electrician. This guy is great and lost his events cabling job from the covid situation. So if u need any electrical works done do look for
Johnny +65 9010 9695
@@madsncakes thanks for the contact. Johnny helped me with my smart switches electrical work. He even tried solving my complex 2way scenario through WhatsApp and guide me through. Pls get in touch with him if you need any assistance on smart home solutions 👍🏻
Nice 🙌🏻
Hi do you connect any capacitor for your nuetral wire? As what i know if you didn’t run any neutral you need to run light wire to capacitor then to neutral.
Thanks for making another video. Your videos gave me the confidence to install the switches in my home. However I have switched that are 3way and hope that Aqara will make a 3way switch in the future.
do u mean 3 buttons? There’s one
By aqara smart wall switch
Any idea where to get the 3 gang switch ?
MADS hi, can you provide the link for the 3 buttons? Thanks
They just lunch the 3 way few months ago
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hello, it is working with 110V to? or just 220v????
Thank you to sharing how to install the smart switch installation. Just wondering do you use the xiaomi sensor to connect with the smart switch?
Brian chan yes u could but I don’t connect motion sensors to lights anymore. It can get freaky lol. I do use it with ac. No motion for 20 mins, switch off ac through the IR. Works for me
Huge thanks for this video! But just want to check that the Aqara Hub link in your description, the product reviews people indicated that it's a Mijia hub and not Aqara. Will that affect the pairing with Aqara smart switches?
Apocsky Lim go for aqara hub with aqara switches :)
Hi there, thank you for your video. Is there a way to link Universal IR with Aqara. Currently the Universal IR uses the Mi Home app and will not work with the Aqara app
It does if u add aqara to China region. Both will link up.
Hi
I just got a Aqara two rockers model no neutral but there were no blue light. Checked there is L-240V incoming . Do you think it is broken? Aqara hub also cannot locate this switch. Thanks
Did u hold down the buttons
Great video. After seeing this video, I have better understanding of what to get for my next addiction 🤣. Btw, you are not using Mijia app but Aqara app instead for all ur devices. Anyway, you are such a handywoman but do take safety first. Kinda having cold sweat seeing u on the ladder changing ur ceiling lights...😅
Melvin Tan i am using mijia app as it’s most convenient for me with all the sub brands like Viomi etc.
The first few steps was scary then I got used to it. It’s my first time attempting ahhaha
@@madsncakes Hi. is it working with Mi Home? or only with Aqara Home? I am using Xiaomi Hub Gateway v3
Thanks for the video. I’m planning for a DIY convention after watching it. 1 of the main prob is I do not have a neutral wire installed in my current home and I’ve read that ur lights tend to spoil faster for smart switch with neutral. Have u faced similar issue so far ?
No issues. Sg don’t use neutral for lights
Hi MADs, i planning to install smart switch for my new house. Are you able to advise me the step and device that i need to have before installation?
Darren Kam all u need is aqara hub and the switches. Install the hub first then follow this video. Rmb to switch off main power.
@@madsncakes if staying at 2 storey floor, do i need extra few set of aqara hub to get the whole house connected?
Darren Kam yup that will be ideal
Hi, can you please tell me the dimensions of the switch? I am planning to order a couple of them however in the meantime the junction boxes should be installed into the walls. Can you please tell me which size of junction box shall be used?
I heard Google home has ceased support for all xiaomi related apps and devices. Is your Aqara still working properly? If not any other brand to recommend?? @mads
Hello,
If a i have this Aqara Wall Switch (single or double), an aqara hub and an rgb lamp/light, can i dim the light over the the app (if i pair only the smart switch in the app) or i need a dimmer switch or a wifi lamp?
Is the rgb lamp from the xiaomi family?
I know it can with yeelight. I did wireless switch with yeelight bulb.
However with aqara wired switch, u have the option to switch to wireless switch in setting. Create automation > choose yeelight bulb > + change color or brightness
Thanks. Understand. Ordering :) the wired switches an the yeelight
Hi, i realise my switch socket only have 2 red wires, without the yellow-green wires. How do i install for that? hope you could advise please!
Hi Mads, all Aqara Wall Switch is require hub? i want to buy an Aqara Wall switch but i don't have an Aqara hub and can it work without a hub?
Need hub
Want to ask a question, is this aqara save the last state? for example if the electricity went down when the light state is on, when the electricity come back online is the light still in the on state or it will be switched off? Thanks for the video anyway.. :D
For u. I went to flick the main power. It comes back on
@@madsncakes Thanks a lot for testing it.. I really appreciate it.. :) :) :)
Welcome :)
I have a problem with my aqara switch. Whenever I try to change the light scene from my homekit/mihome, it will attempt to change scene and switch off my lights. Do you experience anything similar? :(
Hi MADS, tks for the video. After watching I bought this switch n lucky I watch ur video n bought the no neutral version. My hdb is 20+ yrs n my switch is not build into wall type. U knw any base plate in the market can fit? Also, do u hv 小爱同学？any issue controlling it w it?
Welcome! Are u referring to something like this
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Yes I have xiao ai. I usually just say xiao ai tong xue. kai teng. Seems to work perfectly. U can see more commands in app
@@madsncakes tks, will look into it.
Assuming you have 3 buttons old switch, can those wires merge to one of the 2 buttons of the smart switch if we can't find 3 buttons smart switch?
Can if u know how...
there’s 3 gang switch. Watch my latest aqara Video
using these aqara switches, since is constantly on wifi and on standby, doesnt it consume more electric in the end ? compare to traditional switches
My bill seems ok
hi MADS , nice information here , but I'm still wondering , can this switches or automation controlled by alexa ? for example I've installed smart switch open for night , and then ask alexa to turn off switch in the morning ?
thanks before 👍
Fenky Kwanz Aqara itself works with Alexa and google independently
I never tried the automation on these ecosystems yet. I’m on Xiaomi and yes I could set it by timer, time delay etc
Hi, there. Do the Aqara hub is must to link to switch to Mijia ?
guo jun Tan mihome app? Can choose aqara app too
@@madsncakes He mean do we need Aqara hub to make the switches work.. or we only use mihome apps...
hi i notice you have this no neutral, triple rocker switch as well in your app, may i know where you bought it from?
I only have doubles..
@@madsncakes i saw at video 3:09 theres this Aqara Smart Wall Switch D1 (No Neutral, Triple Rocker) ?
@@stressboi90 that one is the app options not hers :D
Hi hi
There is a neutral edition now in the market.
Which one should we get?
Ben CO depends on your house wiring, we don’t have neutral wiring done.
Haha. I Don even know if I got it done
Non neutral works for every home