2 way wiring for Tapo smart light switches.
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The Tapo S210 and S220 are only available as one way switches. Are there any plans for 2 or 3 way switches (like Kassa) or is there a wiring workaround for this. I have like may people, a 2 way setup in my kitchen as well as my landing/ hallway lights.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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A possible workaround is to get a Tapo smart button (S200B/S200D) to control the smart switch with automation.
The smart button offers four types of operations: single click, double click, clockwise rotation, and counterclockwise rotation. This versatility allows you to control not only a switch but also other Tapo devices through automations, making multifunctional.
How to create Smart Action (automation or a shortcut) of my Tapo devices
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A possible workaround is to get a Tapo smart button (S200B/S200D) to control the smart switch with automation.
The smart button offers four types of operations: single click, double click, clockwise rotation, and counterclockwise rotation. This versatility allows you to control not only a switch but also other Tapo devices through automations, making multifunctional.
How to create Smart Action (automation or a shortcut) of my Tapo devices
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Safety Tips:
- If you are not comfortable working with electrical wiring, consider hiring a professional electrician.
- Always double-check that the power is off before working on electrical circuits.
These steps should help you set up your Tapo smart light switches for two-way wiring. Let me know if you need more specific information or further assistance!
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Hi @Wayne-TP thanks for the reply.
I have heard about the button solution, but I'm not sure I understand this correctly.
Is this what you mean?:
I have two dumb switches which I will call main and sub. I unwire the sub switch, terminating the wires in the back boxes, rendering it inoperable.
Meanwhile, I replace the 'main' dumb switch with a Tapo smart switch, wired in a 1 way configuration.
I then replace the 'sub' dumb switch with a smart button which I set up to operate the 'main' smart switch.
I intend to involve a qualified electrician but want to know if the set up is possible before buying any devices or calling somebody out.
Many thanks.
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Hi @No1Painting, thanks for the advice.
I do intend on using a qualified electrician. I just wondered if what I want to achieve was possible.
From what I can gather, I need to remove one of the switches from the equation and just have one switch wired in a 1 way configuration. The removed switch now gets replaced by a smart button?
Many thanks.
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The suggested method is using cloud automation to enable three-way control even for Tapo single-pole switches. Tapo smart button is not a electric switch that can be wired to the circuit.
If you're seeking advice on wiring workarounds, we recommend consulting a professional electrician. However, we do not encourage such modifications as they may result in issues like smart control failure or other unpredictable problems.
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Hi @Wayne-TP . I understand that the button is not physically wired into the circuit.
I'm also not looking for workarounds or modifications.
My confusion is with replacing my existing two way switch with a Tapo 1 way switch. I've examined images of both one and two way switches online and they appear to have differing numbers of terminals.
Thanks.
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