More videos please, because THIS was AWESOME. I got great insights and great laughs from your video.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Will do! Thanks for subscribing!

Great review. I'm looking to get some smart switches. Had some older GE Wifi switches in my other house but recently moved and putting some smart stuff in. Keep up the great work.

@KylersStudio

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate that!

I was looking for an explanation on how the Lutron system Caseta works and your video was perfect for explaining it clearly. Thank you!

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Let me know how your install goes if that's what you decide!

@KumarChalla

3 жыл бұрын

@@KylersStudio Will do! I will most likely go with the Caseta as I currently have an extensive Home Assistant set up in my house.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Good choice.

@KumarChalla

3 жыл бұрын

@@KylersStudio hey so I ended up installing for Caseta dinners in the end! Got it all tied up to give assistant I'm loving the pico remotes. Thank you for the clear explanation of how the system works and helping me with my purchase decision!

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

@@KumarChalla Glad you jumped in and got it working!

I’m not even halfway through this video and you’re already my new favorite smart home narrator. Liked and subscribed.

@KylersStudio

4 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it. Thank you!!

@_T_B_P

3 жыл бұрын

Same Here ! As i type this comment, I literally have the video paused at 4:53 looking to see what everyone else here thought. You are by far my new favorite narrator!

Thank you. The light bulb compatibility help fix the issue with the light still on when turn off.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I've thought about doing a bulb compatibility video, but there are SO many bulbs and even the fixtures or wiring could change it for each person...so I just say buy and try; return, or buy a whole bunch more!

Great video!!

@KylersStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

Great video and overall argument for smart switches vs smart bulbs. The explanation of getting the little things out of the way is a fantastic one. I’ve always just told people I’m lazy and creative, but I like your reason better. Subbed. I’ve watched a LOT of videos of people reviewing the Caseta switches, dimmers, and pi is, but none were as detailed as yours. Thank you. Please do more HomeKit device reviews.

@KylersStudio

4 жыл бұрын

ahale1987 Thank you! I really appreciate it!

Thank you for the review.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Well done Batman!!

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I can do that voice! Haha thanks

Great video! I have one question does the fan setting only work for typical ceiling fans, or can it work for bathroom fans as well? In my house, the bathroom has one switch that turns on the light and the fan. We can’t just turn on one or the other. Could this work on separating the two, or would it still have to be linked? It’s really annoying always having the fan on when you only want the light. So I’m trying to find a solution!

@jimmynotch

3 жыл бұрын

You can not use a dimmer or speed control on a typical bathroom fan. It will burn out the motor. There are bathroom fans on the market that are equipped with variable speed motors and usually the speed control is provided. You can however put the fan and it's integrated light (if it has one) on separate switches.... Because you have your bathroom light and fan on the same switch, you might be able to get a single pole dual switch (stacked switch) to separate them depending on how everything was wired initially. Worst case scenario would be that you sold have to run another romex to the switch box to get separated light/fan circuits.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I've been curious about this, but have never tested it. Wouldn't the bathroom fan just run as usual at the max setting on a dimmer or fan switch? It would be interesting to try it.

What model/brand fan do you have? I’m trying to find a fan that works with the castea switches

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Any dumb fan should work. I think both my fans are Hunter fans without any bells or whistles.

Best Video Hands Down You Explained Everything Down To The T!

@KylersStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Nice!

@KylersStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Really great video! Is there a solution to exterior pot lights coming on when someone is near? I noticed that Hue has an exterior wireless motion detector. It is possible with homekit to control a caseta switch with the hue motion detector?

@jaredstyles

3 жыл бұрын

Just realized homekit is apple and doesn't work on Android ☹️

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, there is a way to control lutron lights with a hue motion sensor. You need a hub for both systems, then you can automate through HomeKit Automation tab.

Very in depth! I loved the review. This really helps a lot. Thank you very much for your time!

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome!

Do you need the hub for the lights if I just wanted to manually turn the lights on and off?

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

No the switch works independent of a hub. You just need the hub to control lights from your phone or use automation. The big advantage is if your internet goes down, you can still turn on your lights.

How did you install the separate smart dimmer switch for the light in the ceiling fan ?

@joel_fpv

3 жыл бұрын

On the dimmer switch for thelight on the ceiling fan. Did you only just wire the light wire and the ground wire to the lutron lihjt smart dimmer switch ?

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, the light is wired through the light dimmer, and the fan through the fan control.

Great info. One thing I didn't catch. I saw how you can schedule devices to turn on but how long do they stay on? For instance a light comes on daily at 7 PM. How do you get it to turn off at bedtime for instance?

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Each app does it differently. I know HomeKit has some different times you can have it turn off after opening within the same automation. Otherwise you can create a separate automation that turns off after there is no motion detected, or sunset, or a specific time like bedtime.

the Bond device by Olibra ($99) can be used to remotely control fans. There's an Apple App, but no HomeKit.

@KylersStudio

2 жыл бұрын

Ah good to know. Weird that there is an apple app, but they stopped shy of HomeKit.

Very Informative video, thank you.. That problem with the dim light in the bathroom is caused by something called leakage current that comes from the electronics in your dimmer switch. There is not enough current to turn on an incandescent bulb but there is enough current to turn on a very efficient LED bulb. Your suggested workaround is perfectly fine.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I ended up going back to some previously used LED's because I would get a strobe flash when these other bulbs would turn on. So odd to have it start doing that a few months after I put them in. Still scratching my head on that one.

@larryg3038

3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Never would have realized that a physical smart switch in the off position would still deliver power to the bulb socket. Note to self: when changing a bulb treat that bare socket with respect 😳⚡️😵‍💫

What kind of light bulbs do you suggest for fans or ceiling lights?

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Great question! It’s hard to narrow down to a specific brand or even model. Check Lutron’s compatibility chart on their website and then buy and try. If they don’t work well, take them back and try something else. That is probably your best bet.

What is the purpose of the pico remote, is it something that you have to have?

@KylersStudio

2 жыл бұрын

The pico remote is required for a traditional 3-way switch (two or more switches controlling the same light). Or it can be a convenience switch to put on the counter or by the couch to control any group of lights you'd like (all lights off for movie time).

Your voice is so soothing.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Great video, very informative. My only complaint is that lutron does not have a fancontrol/light dimmer in one device with a remote as they did with their Maestro line.... and that has been discontinued. Many of Lutron's user friendly features have gone away in favor of redundant "features". If it wasnt for the fade on / fade off of their dimmers, I'd say not worth the money.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

That would be cool to have a fan integrated into the same control as the light. Even at double the cost of one switch, it could be convenient if you can figure out the wiring. It will be interesting to see if Lutron expands their line up or moves toward more premium feeling switches.

@MichaelHollandOne

2 жыл бұрын

Does anybody have that? All three of my kids rooms have the single switch that turns on the fan and light then they have the pull chains to turn one or the other off.

Great overview. How is the lag time with voice via Alexa or Google? I don't plan to use the app so I am curious if you can help me there. Subscribed.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Alexa, I know, has a second or two to process the command and send the command to the lights. With Homekit setup, the fastest is directly through Siri which is only about a second from the command to the action. No matter what you use, the key is to make sure you have the devices assigned to the right rooms, accurate natural names, etc. Hope that helps.

@youhavealotofnerve

3 жыл бұрын

@@KylersStudio Appreciate it. Great video and appreciate the assistance as this will be my Jan/Feb expense. :). Thanks again!

@youhavealotofnerve

3 жыл бұрын

@@KylersStudio Thanks and took some time, but did purchase the switches based on your video and it helped a lot. Thank you and I am enjoying the switches very much :)

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

@@youhavealotofnerve Awesome! Glad to hear it!

That was very useful, thank you! If I install Hue RGB bulbs on a Lutron controlled switch, am I running into some conflicts to control the light? Would the Lutron app allow me to change the light color? Just wondering how Lutron and Hue would work together...

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I've thought about that. The Lutron app isn't designed to control color lights. They only control power level and automation surrounding that control. You can put hue light bulbs into lutron dimmers, but when the dimmer is off, the light doesn't function. It gives you an only if scenario where you can change the color only if the dimmer is on. I don't know yet how the bulb functions at partial power though. Might be overkill to have both installed. I like hue lights for all the lamp fixtures, but dimmers for any fixtures with fans or multiple lighbulbs to save money. Hope that helps.

@Virtualmix

3 жыл бұрын

@@KylersStudio Very helpful, thank you so much for your reply ❤️

Its a decent upfront cost but its pretty game changing once you start using them... Everyone should have the cheap 20 dollar motion sensors for the rest room..... super cheap, super easy to install and makes your home feel so much cooler.... and never leave a restroom light on again so saving money in the long run.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

They are nice! What motion sensors do you use?

@spythe

3 жыл бұрын

@@KylersStudio Right now I just have the Lutron motion lights... for the restrooms and master bedroom closet.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

@@spythe Oh nice. Those definitely have a use case for rooms that you are only in for a small amount of time! I'm ready to pull out the smart switch from the master closed and just put in a dumb motion sensor switch!

I have to say, I’ve watched several videos from various KZread channels on these dimmers and I’m still confused on how they interface with HomeKit. One video doesn’t mention the use of a Lutron bridge. Another kinda leads you to believe it interfaces directly with the HomePod mini. I’m trying to use these remotely and really not sure what I need in order to have them interface with HomeKit. Anyone out there happen to know?

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

You need the Lutron Hub. The Lutron lights connect to the Lutron hub. The Lutron Hub connects via ethernet to your router. The hub connects to HomeKit. Very reliable! Let me know how it goes!

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Also, you need a Homekit Hub: HomePod, HomePod mini, Apple TV, or iPad that stays in the house. Hope that helps! support.apple.com/en-us/HT207057

@jameshelms5510

3 жыл бұрын

@@KylersStudio thanks for the link. That definitely helps. Do you happen to have any videos that show how to set up a Kwikset Premis door lock through a HomePod mini? I had it running through my AppleTV prior.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

@@jameshelms5510 Sorry, I don't have that one yet.

So if I use one on a 3 way pole, does each light switch need to be a lutron caseta?

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. One side of the 3 way switch will be hard wired to the circuit, and the other side will just be wired together inside the box to close the circuit. The other switch will not work. The solution is to wire a Pico Remote over the box; it looks just like another Lutron Caseta switch, but with a favorite setting button on it.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I should say that if you don't close the circuit on the dumb switch side it might work intermittently, but not be fully functional. Most likely the light will flicker when you flip the dumb switch, but the light will stay on.

I really like the Lutron Caseta Switches I have installed at my house. I even the fan switches on three of my 5 ceiling fans. I will be working on the other 2 ceiling fans very shortly. The only issue I am having is when I am not at home, all of my Lutron devices show "No Response" in the Home App on my iPhone. All of my other smart home devices (WIFI and Bluetooth) show up correctly and I can control them while away. I just wish I could get this to work so I can check on my lights and fans when I am away from home. I am using an Apple TV 4K as my HomeKit Hub and it is always on. I have checked around and looked at troubleshooting guides and have not been able to find anything that will help me fix this issue. Do you have any ideas on how to fix this?

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Do you have the Lutron hub? Make sure you’re home hub is connected to the same WiFi network and not Ethernet. Let me know how it goes.

@Polkster13

3 жыл бұрын

@@KylersStudio Yes I have the Lutron Hub and yes it is connected directly to my router using an ethernet cable. I was unaware that you could hook the hub up using WIFI and I don't see how you can hook it up via WIFI.

@Polkster13

3 жыл бұрын

I went back and checked out the set up instructions for the Smart Bridge and it shows that you are suppose to connect the Smart Bridge to the router using an ethernet cable.

@Polkster13

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, and I now have all 5 ceiling fans and lights connected to Lutron using the Caseta Dimmer Switches and Caseta Fan Control Switches. I have to take out three single gang boxes and replace them with double gang boxes and I had to rewire two of them to have separate hot wires; one for the fan and one for the light. And one of the ceiling fan lights was on a 3-way switch. I changed out those switches with a PD-10NXD-WH Pro 3-way Dimmer switch with a mechanical 3-way switch at the other end (I didn't want to deal with a Pico remote as part of a 3-way switch).

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

@@Polkster13 Yes, the Lutron hub is connected via ethernet, but your HomeKit home hub (Apple TV, iPad, etc.) should be connected only by the WiFi and not ethernet. Is that how you have it setup? Is the connectivity working in either the Lutron app or Homekit?

Why does only the Fan switch needs Neutral cable?

@KylersStudio

Жыл бұрын

Why do we need a neutral wire at all when we went years without them? Good question. My understanding is that it balances the electric load and completes the circuit, and probably helps neutralize faults. Deeper into the why would probably be a long in depth video.

The caseta basically runs very low power when turned off as it doesn't have a neutral to draw from for it's smart chip.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly, unless you shell out the $120 for their other switch. I wonder if anyone has tried it yet.

I wish they'd rerelease them with neutral wire support and CHIP (or zigbee/z-wave until then)

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I wish they did too..that might justify the high price.

There was some good info here, but it sure did feel like I spent 15 of the 22 minutes learning about the problems you created by using incompatible bulbs...

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Good to know! The idea was to fix any issues you might experience because there are so many variables with bulbs. Even now with different brands, you can get a very different experience. Glad you watched 22 minutes worth! Let me know what else you'd like to see.

Can you set up the light switch not to go full on but just 70% when you turn it on

@KylersStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Only with the PD-5NE model or the pico remote with a favorite button. Program the favorite button to 70% and press that to turn it on. Otherwise you'd have to use your phone for an exact setting.

Caseta switches will cause one led to glow because there is a minimum amount of load required.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Super annoying down side if you're using efficient LED lights. Lutron has a low-voltage PD-5NE-WH, however it's $120. At that price point, you might as well buy Philips Hue bulbs in my opinion!

You can turn the beep off on hunter fans 😅

@KylersStudio

Жыл бұрын

In case you like hearing the vulgarity.

who on earth would rely on the manufacture's app? gotta use home assistant....

@KylersStudio

Жыл бұрын

Sometimes the manufacture app gives you functionality that other platforms don't have, but if you have home assistant, then you're set!

I have been using Caseta dimmers for over 5 years and it's been a hit and miss depending on what you're dimming. Caseta dimmers work but are limited by their outdated, analogue dimming circuitry which Lutron has been using for well over 30 years. It's old and inefficient technology that's very limited. Expect to loose about 12% of your supply voltage to the dimmer's antiquated technology. It was really noticeable back in the Halogen lighting days with Lutron's previous dimmer lines and still noticeable now with the Caseta line when you use higher end LED PAR20, PAR30 and PAR38 LEDs with a super high output and high CRI. What you see with a voltage meter at the e26 socket with the dimmer at full setting is around 103V to 106V on a 120V supply which ends up taking the edge off high performance LED lights and making them look average. If you are only using average, middle of the road LEDs and/or almost always dimming them, then it's no problem as you won't miss having 12% less light output at the top to begin with. How Lutron can call these 'smart light controls' when they are still using 30+ year old analogue dimming technology is beyond embarrassing. Why not go completely digital when the light sources these days are for the most part digital?

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Interesting insight. Other options are becoming more viable. But how many of those options work with any platform? I think in the next decade, there will be a more obvious best option and protocol, but as for now, it is still hit and miss with the technology. What system do you prefer?

Mine works fine but was short on instructions. Install is brainless just treat it like a regular light switch. But pairing the remote to the switch there was zero instructions in the box telling how. I found a KZread video on pairing them which takes 10 seconds if you know the steps. 20 mins if you need a cell phone to KZread how to.

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you figured it out.

definitely not cheaper than smart lights... They are expensive $60 PER SWITCHES.... 1

@KylersStudio

3 жыл бұрын

It's cheaper if you have a chandelier full of lightbulbs and will never use color. It's nice having a good mix.

sad

@KylersStudio

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry if you're feeling sad. Cheer up!