Hi everyone, I wanted to share my recent success in pairing my NodOn Octan remote with the Nano Dimmer. First, I must admit, I was a bit nervous about getting this setup right, especially since I’m still getting the hang of Z-Wave networks. But after some trial and error, I managed to crack it!
Here’s what worked for me:
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Starting Simple: I decided to focus on one button at a time. I set up the first button in Group 2 of the Octan remote to control the Nano Dimmer. I made sure the remote was in learning mode before I started.
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Configuration Check: I realized the Nano Dimmer might need some tweaks. I checked its settings and made sure the dimming channel was correctly configured. It turns out the dimming channel was set to a different number than I expected, so I adjusted it to match the Octan’s settings.
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Testing the Setup: After making the changes, I tested the setup multiple times. I started by turning the lights on and off manually to ensure the Nano Dimmer was responding. Then, I used the Octan remote to see if the commands were being received.
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A Little Patience Goes a Long Way: If it doesn’t work the first time, don’t get discouraged! I had to reset both devices a couple of times before everything synced up perfectly.
Now, I have a seamless setup where I can control my lights with ease. It’s such a relief to finally get this working, and I’m excited to explore more advanced configurations in the future!
If anyone else is struggling with similar setups, feel free to reach out. I’d be happy to help!
Happy automating! 