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Wireless Control FAQ
For a list of commonly asked questions about our Bluetooth Mesh wireless control system.

Frequently asked questions
Wireless Control FAQ
Lighting control signals were traditionally communicated through low voltage wired cables
between a centralised microprocessor-based controller and devices. In wireless
lighting, control signals are communicated through radio waves to remote devices and
receivers. 230V hardwire cabling is still required but allow more flexibility in cable run.
Bluetooth mesh lighting control is where a collection of a few or large collections of remote
devices, receivers, mobile phones and tablets, communicate bi-directionally with each other
through radio waves within a mesh networking without the need of a centralised control
panel hidden in a closet or utility room. A mobile App is available to download for
programming and configuring the whole system.
A remote device is a smart device used to control lights, on/off, dim up/down, change scene,
change colour temperature, etc. A remote device can be a switch plate, a handheld
controller and an App running in a mobile phone/tablet. Commands generated by remotes
are sent via Bluetooth wirelessly to the respective receivers. Through Bluetooth mesh
networking, receivers will get message(s) relayed to each, but only the right receiver will
action the task.
A remote device can be battery or battery less (kinetic) operated. Controls instructions are
held in each remote’s local flash memory. When battery runs flat, once replaced with new,
normal operation will resume.
Receivers are smart devices, typically, they are phase dimmers, LED controllers, relays,
curtain controllers, DALI converters to name a few. When a receiver gets a message that
matches with its ID, it will execute the instruction resulting in diming level raised/lowered,
RGBW colour changed, lights switched on/off etc. In the case of a DALI converter, it sends a
DALI message to the intended DALI driver to carry out DALI functions.
Controls instruction is held in each receiver’s flash memory. When power to the receiver(s) is
lost, data will not be lost. Once powered up again, it will resume normal operation.
H2A Application is a powerful suite of software running on an iOS/Android mobile device. It
is downloadable from the respective stores. The APP works with Bluetooth enabled mobile
phones and tablets.
The App is a programming tool as well as a “remote”.
When used as a programmer, it pairs & configure receivers; programme scenes, create
control groups, scheduling, change fade rate from default etc.
When used as a “remote”, it carries out lighting control functions, same as a wall switch
remote.
After programming, the App acting as a “remote” is used to test/commission the area under
control. Once the system is commissioned, a copy of the database is stored in our secured
cloud server. A QR code is generated for quick access to download the saved data which
can be duplicated to another mobile device or used for recovery purposes. This is a
managed process, only available to Owners and Managers of the properties.
No, it does not need a hub. H2A devices operate in Bluetooth mesh networking, mobile
device’s Bluetooth must be switched on to allow communication between the mobile device
and H2A receivers, remotes.
We do however offer a WIFI hub (TEQ-GW-SB). This allows for voice control via Alexa or Google Home.
No, reprogramming is relatively easy, can be undertaken by an inhouse authorised person
such as an engineer, a mobile application savvy person. In addition to an operating manual,
there are a series of videos to aid. If there is a service contract in place, the service provided
should include re-programming in the contract.
Please see the "How To" section
Every existing circuit can be re-used, there is no need to pull new cables unless new circuits
are added to the property.
The property’s lighting can easily be turned into modern smart lighting by putting receivers to
strategic light sources; changing bulbs, led lights to dimmable type. Soft light, scenes can be
programmed to provide comfortable environment for any occasions.
An existing circuit with many luminaires can be converted into smart lighting in two ways.
a) By adding a receiver/dimmer behind the existing switch plate will allow that circuit to be
controlled wirelessly as a single group. All the luminaires must be changed to dimmable
types to be dimmable.
b) By adding receivers to each luminaire of the same circuits allow each luminaire to be
controlled independently. This allow the circuit to be programmed into multiple
scenes/groups.
Each phase dimmer receiver can handle maximum 200 watts, if your total circuit exceeds
this threshold, you will need to split the circuit to multiple circuits, each within 200watts. Each
circuit will require a receiver. In a domestic setting no circuit should ever exceed this amount of lighting.
Our maximums are 400 watt of incandescent lighting (No longer sold) or 200 watts of LED lighting
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