In this article, we'll walk you through how to pair the wired switching interface (mains) for the Control Light function, to the Nobi Smart Light.
4 min task
What
A wired switching interface (mains) is a smart module powered directly by the electrical mains. It allows a traditional switch to control the Nobi Smart Light while still providing constant electricity to Nobi. You can switch the light on or off, just like with a regular light.
For a detailed description of other peripherals, go to our Types of peripherals page.
Why
Pairing a wired switching interface (mains) module ensures that the connected wall switch can operate the Nobi light without changing how the switch is used. Unlike the relay version, this device is wired into the building’s electrical system.
It gives residents or care staff a reliable and familiar way to use the Nobi light while maintaining full smart functionality. It must be paired via the Nobi app to function correctly.
Pair via the Nobi mobile app
Pairing the wired switching interface is done through the Nobi mobile app. Pairing is easy. Just follow the wizard to complete the connection. The button should be physically near the light during the process.
Adding a peripheral to a Jack & Jill Housing unit? Please refer to our Jack & Jill page.
Pairing the wired switching interface relay instead? Consult the guide for pairing it here.
Detailed steps
Follow the steps below to pair the Control Light Button - Nobi Button (self-powered) with the Nobi Smart Light.
- Go to Housing units in the left menu.
- Navigate to the housing unit where you want to add a peripheral and click edit.
- Go to the tab Peripherals.
- Click on the + add.
- A wizard will open which takes you through following steps.
- Choose the function you want the peripheral to have. To pair the wired switching interface relay, choose Control light
- Choose the type. For the Nobi Button (self-powered) choose Behind existing button.
- You will now have the option to choose the product you want. In this case Mains powered.
- Click next to go to the next step in the wizard.
- Link to a room: Choose the room within the housing unit which is the closest to the peripheral you want to add. The light will flash when you click on the room in the app. Click next to go to the last step.
- Nobi will now provide the instructions to pair the peripheral. Follow the instructions on the screen.
- When pairing (and calibrating) is successful, you will return to the peripherals tab with the new peripheral added to the view. At the top of the screen, Nobi will display that the pairing is successfully completed.
You have now successfully paired the wired switching interface relay to Nobi.
Still have questions? Contact Nobi Support.