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ActiveHue Dimmer Switch V2
Philips Hue Dimmer Switch V2 — 4-button remote for Hue lighting.
Common Applications
The most sold Hue accessory. On/brighter/dimmer/off in a clean wall-mount or handheld form factor. Magnetic detach from wall plate for handheld use. 3-year battery life. Found in millions of homes. Works as a standalone Hue controller or as a Home Assistant Zigbee device.
Openness & Hackability
Standard Zigbee 3.0 — pairs directly with Z2M/ZHA without Hue Bridge. All events fully exposed. Bridge optional.
Specifications
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Battery Life
Expected battery life under normal use. BLE buttons typically last 1-2 years on a coin cell.
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3 years
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Battery Type
The battery used. CR2032 = common coin cell, easy to replace. AAA = higher capacity. USB-C = rechargeable.
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CR2450
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Color
Button/actuator color. Green = start/go, Red = stop/emergency, Yellow = caution, Blue = reset (per IEC 60204-1).
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White
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Smart Home Integrations
Compatible smart home platforms and voice assistants.
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Philips Hue Bridge, Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT
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Mounting Type
How the button attaches to the panel. Panel mount is standard — installs through a cutout from the front.
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Wall plate (magnetic detach)
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Protocol
The wireless communication standard. BLE = short range, phone direct. Zigbee = mesh network, needs hub. Z-Wave = mesh, needs hub. WiFi = direct, higher power.
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Zigbee 3.0
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Installation Quick Reference
Setup: Pair with your hub or phone via Zigbee 3.0. Most smart buttons support single press, double press, and long press for three different actions.
Battery: Uses CR2450 battery. Expected life: 3 years. Low battery notification via the app.
Dimensions
Troubleshooting
Not responding to input
Check wiring continuity with a multimeter. Verify the contact block is properly seated. Inspect terminals for loose connections.
Where to Buy
Price range
$6.9 — $48.98
across 2 distributors
Quick Specs
- Battery Life
- 3 years
- Battery Type
- CR2450
- Color
- White
- Smart Home Integrations
- Philips Hue Bridge, Home Assistant, Zigbee2MQTT
- Mounting Type
- Wall plate (magnetic detach)
What People Are Saying
“The most sold Hue accessory. On/brighter/dimmer/off in a clean wall-mount or handheld form factor. Magnetic detach from wall plate for handheld use. 3-year battery life. Found in millions of homes. Wo”