IKEA TRADFRI Remote Control Instructions

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ADD LIGHT SOURCES TO YOUR STEERING DEVICE:

Before you can use your light source you’ll need to pair it with a steering device.
To add more light sources, just repeat the steps below:

  1. Make sure that your light source is installed and the main power switch is turned on.
  2. Hold the steering device close to the light source you want to add (no more than 5 cm away).
  3. Press and hold the pairing button Attachment icone for at least 10 seconds. A red light will shine steadily on the steering device. Your light source will begin to dim and finally flash one time to indicate that it has been successfully paired.

Up to 10 light sources can be paired with 1 steering device.

Make sure to pair them one at a time. If the light sources are close to each other, disconnect those that have already been paired from the main power switch.

CAUTION:

DO NOT USE WITH STANDARD DIMMERS. Only use the control provided with or specified by these instructions to control this bulb. This bulb will not operate properly when connected to a standard (incandescent) dimmer or dimming control. Only controllable by IKEA Smart lighting products.

With the remote control you can switch between 9 colours and white lights:

White tones

Cool white – 4000 Kelvin
Warm white – 2700 Kelvin
Warm glow – 2200 Kelvin
Candle light – 1780 Kelvin

Colours

Amber, Dark peach, Dark pink, Light purple, Light blue

If you add the gateway and the app, you get a total of 20 colours and white lights:

White tones

Cold sky – 6000 Kelvin
Cool daylight – 5000 Kelvin
Cool white – 4000 Kelvin
Sunrise – 3000 Kelvin
Warm white – 2700 Kelvin
Warm glow – 2200 Kelvin
Candle light – 1780 Kelvin

Colours

Amber, Peach, Dark peach, Dark red, Pink, Light pink, Dark pink, Light purple, Dark purple, Blue, Light blue, Lime, Yellow

RESET YOUR DEVICE

Toggle the main switch 6 times.

TECHNICAL DATA:

Operating frequency: 2405 – 2480 MHz
Output power: 10 dBm

Manufacturer: IKEA of Sweden AB

Address: Box 702, SE-343 81 Älmhult, SWEDEN

Dispose A123

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that the item should be disposed of separately from household waste. The item should be handed in for recycling in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. By separating a marked item from household waste, you will help reduce the volume of waste sent to incinerators or land-fill and minimize any potential negative impact on human health and the environment. For more information, please contact your IKEA store.

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  1. what is the distance that this remote control can operate properly in? 10m?

    neelesh asks what is the distance that this remote control can operate properly in? 10m?
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    What is the maximum operating distance of the IKEA TRADFRI remote control?

    Answer

    The IKEA TRÅDFRI remote control has a maximum operating range of 10 meters (approximately 33 feet) in open air.

    Please note the following factors that can affect this range:

    • Obstructions: The 10m range is measured in "open air." Different building materials (such as thick walls or metal) and the specific placement of the units can significantly reduce the wireless connectivity range.
    • Pairing Distance: While the operating range is 10m, the remote must be held much closer—no more than 5 cm (2 inches) away—from the light source or LED driver during the initial pairing process.
  2. I switched on my kitchen cabinet lights via the Tradfri remote but they wouldn’t switch off via the remote.I’ve changed the cell battery but still doesn’t work.Can you advise.

    Sean Broderick asks I switched on my kitchen cabinet lights via the Tradfri remote but they wouldn’t switch off via the remote.I’ve changed the cell battery but still doesn’t work.Can you advise.
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    Question

    Why won't my TRADFRI remote turn off my kitchen cabinet lights even after a battery change?

    Answer

    If your TRADFRI remote is unresponsive or only partially working after a battery change, you may need to re-pair it with your light sources or reset the system. Please try the following steps:

    • Re-pairing: Ensure the main power to your cabinet lights is turned on. Hold the remote within 5 cm (2 inches) of the light source or the LED driver. Press and hold the pairing button (found under the battery cover) for at least 10 seconds. The light should dim and flash once to indicate successful pairing.
    • Resetting the Light Source: If pairing fails, reset the light source itself by toggling the main power switch 6 times.
    • Check for Interference: Ensure there are no large metal objects or other electronic devices blocking the signal between the remote and the lights, as building materials can affect the wireless range.
    • Verify Battery Installation: Double-check that the new CR2032 battery is inserted correctly with the positive (+) side facing up.

    If the remote still fails to turn the lights off specifically, it may be a hardware issue with the button itself, or the light source may be connected to a standard wall dimmer, which is not supported and can cause improper operation.

  3. how can i use 2 remote devise to control 1 light bulb?

    lo chuk ching asks how can i use 2 remote devise to control 1 light bulb?
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    Question

    How can I use two remote devices to control one light bulb?

    Answer

    To control one light bulb with two different IKEA TRADFRI remote controls, you must pair the remotes to each other rather than just pairing the second remote directly to the bulb. Follow these steps:

    1. Pair the first remote: Ensure your first remote is already paired with the light bulb as per the standard instructions (holding the remote within 5cm of the bulb and pressing the pairing button for 10 seconds).
    2. Pair the second remote to the first: Hold the second remote (the one you want to add) very close to the first remote (the one already in use).
    3. Sync the remotes: Press and hold the pairing button on both remotes simultaneously for at least 10 seconds. The red light on the remotes will indicate they are communicating.
    4. Test: Once the remotes are synced, both should now be able to control the same light bulb.

    Note: If you are using the IKEA Home smart gateway (DIRIGERA or TRADFRI gateway), you can also manage these settings and group multiple controllers to the same lights via the IKEA Home smart app.

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