Introduction
This guide will help you set up your INSTEON Starter Kit, connect your devices, and begin automating your home.
A smartphone screen displays the INSTEON app's "Favorites" screen. The screen shows a grid of icons representing different rooms or functions: "All Devices", "Bathroom", "Bedroom", "Check-In", "Favorites", "Garage", "Kitchen", "Living Room", "Outside". A clock at the top shows "2:10 PM". An "Add" button is visible. At the bottom, there are navigation icons for "Favorites", "Rooms", "Scenes", "Check-In", and "Settings". A temperature display shows "74°".
Hub Overview
INSTEON Hub
The INSTEON Hub is the central controller for your smart home system.
Illustration of the INSTEON Hub. It shows a status LED indicator on top, an Ethernet port on the back, and a power port. Text labels describe the LED states: "Idle" (?), "Linking" (?), "Unlinking" (?). It also shows the "Factory Reset Button" (⚙️). Below the Hub, illustrations of an "Ethernet Cable" and a "Power Cable" are displayed.
Dimmer Module
INSTEON Dimmer Module
Control lighting with the INSTEON Dimmer Module.
Illustration of an INSTEON Dimmer Module. It features a status LED indicator on top, with labels for "On" (?) and "Off" (?) states. Controls on the side are labeled "Brighten" and "Dim". A "Set Button" is also indicated. A note states "Up to 300W Maximum Load". A graphic of a lamp is shown connected to the module.
Setup Your Kit
Step 1: Connect the Hub
Connect the Hub to power and your internet router using only the cables provided.
Diagram showing the correct connection of the INSTEON Hub to a router and a power outlet (✔️). It also shows an incorrect setup using a power strip (❌).
Note: Avoid power strips and switched outlets.
App Installation and Setup
Step 2: Download and Install the App
Download and install the latest INSTEON for Hub App from your device's app store.
A smartphone screen displaying the app store search results for "insteon for hub". The INSTEON for Hub app icon (a house with a hand) is shown, along with an "INSTALL" button.
Scan the QR Code and tap your store.
Step 3: Create an Account
Connect to the same network as the INSTEON Hub and launch the App. Create a new account.
A smartphone screen displaying the INSTEON app's welcome screen with options to "Sign In" or "Create an Account".
Add Devices
Add Dimmer Modules
Follow the on-screen instructions to add your Dimmer Modules.
A smartphone screen displaying a large, central plus icon (➕), indicating where to tap to add new devices.
Remote Access
Control Your Home From Anywhere
You can monitor and control your devices when away if you setup Remote Access. Go to Settings > House > Remote Access Guide to configure port forwarding.
A graphic of the Earth (?) with a house icon and Wi-Fi signal emanating from it, symbolizing remote access to a home network.
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Create a Schedule
Automate Your Devices
Schedules can be set for individual devices or entire scenes. Go to Settings and tap Schedules.
Three circular icons representing scheduling options: a clock (⏰), a sun (☀️), and a moon (?).
Add More Control
Expand Your System
Control everything from light switches to pool pumps with additional INSTEON devices.
A collage of various INSTEON devices, including wall switches, a thermostat, plug-in dimmers, light bulbs, keypads, and a camera.
For the full INSTEON product family, including wall switches, keypads, plug-in devices, sensors and more, visit: www.insteon.com
Add Sensors for Alerts
Monitor Your Home
Let INSTEON sensors monitor your home for you, keeping track of motion, doors & windows, water leaks, smoke and even your garage door.
A collage of INSTEON sensor devices, including motion sensors, door/window sensors, water leak sensors, and garage door sensors.
For more information on the full INSTEON product range, such as switches, keypads, plug-ins, sensors, and more, visit our website at: www.insteon.com
Learn More
Resources and Support
For the complete Owner's Manual, video tutorials, product support and more, visit: insteon.com/support.
Icons representing resources: a manual (?), a play button (▶️) for videos, and a telephone handset (?) for support.
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