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Addressing methods for controls and devices

The addressing method for controls and devices depends upon the technology used. 

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Technology

bus push button

Niko Rocker for Niko Home Control

Niko Toggle for Niko Home Control

MOTIV Sense3

The address is immediately sent out when you press any button on the controls.

bus wiring

wireless switch

The address is immediately sent out when you press any button on the controls.

Easywave

connected controls, Easywave#

The address is immediately sent out when you press any button on the controls.

Easywave#

connected switching socket outlet

connected controls, Zigbee® 3.0

wireless battery-powered switch

wireless motion detector

The device will be placed in addressing mode using the instructions given by the software. The device itself determines when it sends out its address. You may therefore need to wait a while (0 - 2 min).

Zigbee® 3.0

indoor motion detector

The address is immediately sent out when you press the manual mode button / address button.

bus wiring

mini detector

  1. The green LED on the device flashes.

  2. Make a significant difference in light intensity. E.g. when there is little light in the area, shine a torch on the device or, cover the device when there is lots of light.

  3. The address is sent out.

  4. The green LED shines continuously.

bus wiring

outdoor motion detector

  1. Switch the light sensitivity of the device to the maximum setting.

  2. Wave your arms in front of the lens.

  3. Switch the light sensitivity to the minimum setting again.

  4. The address is sent out.

bus wiring

DALI device

See Addressing DALI devices.

DALI

Digital black (24V or 230V)

The device will be connected to your Niko Home Control installation via your home network with the Niko Home app. This process is known as “onboarding”.

Please also read:

WiFi

external video unit

See Addressing an external video unit.

IP, cable connection

touchscreen for Niko Home Control (550-20103)

MOTIV Touch10

See Addressing a touchscreen.

network cable (UTP, FTP or STP)