Philips Hue Pillar Smart Lighting
User Manual and Installation Guide
Product Overview
This document provides instructions for the Philips Hue Pillar, a personal wireless lighting fixture. It covers installation, setup, and operation of the smart lighting product.
The Philips Hue Pillar is designed to integrate seamlessly into your smart home lighting system, offering customizable illumination.
What's Included
- Philips Hue Pillar light fixture
- Hue remote control
- CR2032 battery for the remote
- User manual and installation guides (A, B)
Tools and Materials Not Included
- Drill
- Screws and wall plugs (mounting hardware)
- Screwdrivers (Phillips and flathead)
- Pencil for marking
Important Safety Information
Electrical Safety: Always turn off the main power supply at the circuit breaker before beginning any electrical installation work. Failure to do so can result in electric shock.
Installation Environment: This fixture is intended for indoor use. It is not suitable for installation in bathrooms or wet areas within 3 meters (approx. 10 feet) of a shower.
Mounting Height: Ensure the fixture is mounted at a minimum height of 2.25 meters (approx. 7.4 feet) from the floor.
Wiring: Do not connect the fixture directly to the mains power supply without using an appropriate junction box.
Bulb Compatibility: Use only GU10 bulbs with a maximum wattage of 20W. The fixture is designed for LED bulbs.
Energy Efficiency: This product is rated Energy Efficiency Class E.
Installation Guide
Follow these steps carefully to install your Philips Hue Pillar.
Step 1: Prepare the Mounting Base
Action: Turn off power at the circuit breaker. Attach the mounting plate to the ceiling or wall. The diagram shows rotating and pushing the fixture base onto the plate, securing it in place.
Visual Description: An illustration shows a finger switching off multiple circuit breakers, indicating power disconnection. The next part shows a mounting plate being attached, and the main body of the light fixture being rotated and pushed onto it.
Step 2: Wire the Connection Box
Action: Open the connection box on the fixture. Connect the main power supply wires (live, neutral, ground) to the corresponding terminals within the box. The diagram illustrates the process of opening the box and inserting wires.
Visual Description: An illustration shows the connection box being opened. Wires are then shown being inserted into terminals. Examples of correct ('OK') and incorrect ('Not OK') wiring connections are provided.
Step 3: Connect Power Cable
Action: Connect the main power cable to the connection box. Ensure all connections are secure and properly insulated.
Visual Description: An illustration shows a power cable being connected to the junction box, with terminals for wire insertion.
Step 4: Mount the Fixture
Action: Secure the fixture to the mounting plate. The diagram shows the fixture being attached to the base, possibly with screws or a locking mechanism.
Visual Description: An illustration depicts the fixture being mounted onto the previously attached base plate, with arrows indicating the direction of attachment and securing mechanisms.
Step 5: Attach the Lamp Shade
Action: Place the lamp shade onto the fixture and secure it. The diagram shows the shade being fitted over the bulb housing.
Visual Description: An illustration shows the lamp shade being placed over the light source and secured, likely by twisting or clipping it into place.
Bulb Installation and Power On
Action: Install a GU10 bulb (maximum 20W, LED recommended). Once the bulb is installed and the fixture is securely mounted, turn the power back ON at the circuit breaker.
Visual Description: An illustration shows a finger switching circuit breakers back ON. Another illustration shows a GU10 bulb being inserted into the fixture socket. The fixture's serial number (S/N XXXXXX) is indicated.
Hue Serial Number
The Hue serial number (S/N) is located on the fixture itself, typically near the bulb socket, as indicated in the diagrams.
Hue Remote Control Functions
The included Hue remote control allows you to manage your lighting:
- Power Button (?): Press once for on/off.
- Asterisk Button (⭐): Press and hold to dim up or down.
- Hue Button (?): Press once to cycle through scenes (e.g., Read, Relax, Concentrate, Energize).
Visual Description: Diagrams show the remote control with its buttons. Arrows indicate the functions: 'click' for on/off, 'hold' for dim up/down, 'click' for scene cycle. Examples of scenes are listed.
Mounting the Remote Control
The Hue remote control can be conveniently attached to magnetic surfaces, such as refrigerators, using its magnetic backing.
Visual Description: An illustration shows the remote control being placed on a refrigerator door.
Support and Resources
For further assistance, product information, and to connect your Hue products:
- Visit the official Philips Hue website: www.philips-hue.com
- Connect your product using the app: www.philips-hue.com/connectproduct
For customer support, you can contact Signify at 00800-74454775.