# My Zooz **URL:** https://www.zoozcommunity.com/c/my-zooz/16.md [Latest](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the My Zooz category](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/about-the-my-zooz-category/30)
**Author:** [@Agnes](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Agnes)\ **Replies:** 0
How are you using your Zooz devices? Share use cases, automation scenarios, platform tricks, and useful tips for the larger smart home community. --- ## [Custom box for Zen56](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/custom-box-for-zen56/732)
**Author:** [@usuario\_zooz](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/usuario_zooz)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 8:54pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/custom-box-for-zen56/732 "2026-10-22T20:54:57Z")
I recently got a RGBW Dimmer, Zen56. I decided to model and 3d print a box for my use. If someone finds it useful, the link is below. https://makerworld.com/en/models/2434729-zooz-zen56-box#profileId-2671125 --- ## [ZSE50 Siren - With an Qolsys IQ 4 Alarm Panel ?!](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse50-siren-with-an-qolsys-iq-4-alarm-panel/609)
**Author:** [@darren.stp](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/darren.stp)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 6:35pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse50-siren-with-an-qolsys-iq-4-alarm-panel/609 "2026-10-14T18:35:33Z")
So thinking a little outside of the box, I was able to get the Siren to work with the IQ 4 Alarm panel! (And there is no reason it wouldn’t work with an IQ 2 as well, and possibly other alarm.com panels that support z-wa… --- ## [Titan Earns First Perfect Score!](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/titan-earns-first-perfect-score/875)
**Author:** [@Sara](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Sara)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 2:06pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/titan-earns-first-perfect-score/875 "2026-09-22T14:06:48Z")
:trophy: The Zooz ZAC36 Titan Valve Actuator just earned the first perfect score ever awarded on Smart Home Perfected’s testing bench: 25/25. Their independent review tested the Titan and ZSE42 across local operation, i… --- ## [ZSE50 - Siren Sound Files](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse50-siren-sound-files/876)
**Author:** [@OhioYJ](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/OhioYJ)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 4:55pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse50-siren-sound-files/876 "2026-09-20T16:55:51Z")
Finally got around to using my siren for a few more things than just a siren. The included sound files are pretty robotic sounding. I created some replacement sound files that are a little better, while roughly the same… --- ## [ZSE43 Tilt / Shock Sensor Beta Test Video](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse43-tilt-shock-sensor-beta-test-video/860)
**Author:** [@darren.stp](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/darren.stp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 6:28pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse43-tilt-shock-sensor-beta-test-video/860 "2026-08-25T18:28:17Z")
The Zooz team invited me to be part of the beta test group for the ZSE43 Tilt / Shock Sensor, so of course that means a new video! :slight\_smile: \[Thank you Zooz!\] I have to say there was a lot of testing, and while I … --- ## [First Look: ZEN12 Motion Dimmer](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/first-look-zen12-motion-dimmer/768)
**Author:** [@darren.stp](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/darren.stp)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 12:38pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/first-look-zen12-motion-dimmer/768 "2026-08-10T12:38:38Z")
I wanted to share some of my early testing results on the upcoming ZEN12 Motion Dimmer. Zooz was kind enough to send over a pre-production unit for evaluation and beta testing, and I’ve started working through initial s… --- ## [ZEN56 RGBW Dimmer on IQ 4 Panel and Alarm.com](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zen56-rgbw-dimmer-on-iq-4-panel-and-alarm-com/790)
**Author:** [@darren.stp](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/darren.stp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2026, 8:48pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zen56-rgbw-dimmer-on-iq-4-panel-and-alarm-com/790 "2026-04-28T20:48:48Z")
Hi everyone, Just wanted to share some testing I’ve completed with the ZEN56 Dimmer, using it to control some RGB LED Strips on an IQ 4 Panel in Alarm.com. It worked very well, despite it not being listed as compatible… --- ## [Zen52-based Smart Receptacle for Renters](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zen52-based-smart-receptacle-for-renters/740)
**Author:** [@sadow](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/sadow)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2026, 4:09pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zen52-based-smart-receptacle-for-renters/740 "2026-03-02T16:09:52Z")
It’s pretty common in the US to have wall receptacles where either the top or bottom outlet is switched via a switch on the wall. Usually this is used so that a dumb lamp can be plugged into the switched outlet and contr… --- ## [ZSE44 Temp Sensor Outside](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse44-temp-sensor-outside/670)
**Author:** [@OhioYJ](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/OhioYJ)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2025, 3:25am UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse44-temp-sensor-outside/670 "2025-12-15T03:25:37Z")
This has come up here before about the ZSE44 specs having an operating temp from 40-90 F. I know I had asked about this before and it was something about the Z-Wave specifications, and not that it wouldn’t necessarily o… --- ## [ZEN78 High Power Relay Video](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zen78-high-power-relay-video/656)
**Author:** [@darren.stp](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/darren.stp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2025, 12:23am UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zen78-high-power-relay-video/656 "2025-11-29T00:23:55Z")
Newly released review video of the ZEN78 High Power Relay was just released! This time I decided to join it to four different Z-Wave hubs to show the differences in how the device might appear based on your chosen z-wav… --- ## [Halloween Automation with Z-Box, ZSE70, ZSE50, ZEN58 and a strobe](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/halloween-automation-with-z-box-zse70-zse50-zen58-and-a-strobe/615)
**Author:** [@darren.stp](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/darren.stp)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2025, 12:41pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/halloween-automation-with-z-box-zse70-zse50-zen58-and-a-strobe/615 "2025-10-15T12:41:21Z")
My latest video is about a Halloween automation I’m going to put up for the trick or treaters coming to my door this year. (Adding to my existing decor for one of my favorite holidays). It was my first serious foray in… --- ## [ZSE50 Siren & Chime - Video online](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse50-siren-chime-video-online/598)
**Author:** [@darren.stp](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/darren.stp)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2025, 12:02am UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zse50-siren-chime-video-online/598 "2025-09-25T00:02:35Z")
Hi everyone. I completed a review video of the ZSE50 (link below) which includes a few use case demos, integration with Home Assistant, and the loading of sound files from the perspective of a Mac user. I included the … --- ## [ZEN58 As an integration trigger](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zen58-as-an-integration-trigger/574)
**Author:** [@darren.stp](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/darren.stp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2025, 3:24pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/zen58-as-an-integration-trigger/574 "2025-09-07T15:24:14Z")
Another cool use for the ZEN58 LV Relay. I’ve created a two part video series covering bi-directional integration between Home Assistant and the IQ 4 Security Panel (with Alarm.com back end). (The video is long and in-… --- ## [Use Case: ZEN58 800LR LV XS Relay](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/use-case-zen58-800lr-lv-xs-relay/544)
**Author:** [@Barkis](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Barkis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 9:30pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/use-case-zen58-800lr-lv-xs-relay/544 "2025-08-10T21:30:01Z")
In this post, I discussed using the ZEN57 800LR 240v XS Relay to monitor a sump pump. The last couple of days, I tested the ZEN58–essentially the same device with different power supply requirements. As an experiment, I… --- ## [Use Case: ZEN57 800LR 240v XS Relay](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/use-case-zen57-800lr-240v-xs-relay/538)
**Author:** [@Barkis](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Barkis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 11:40pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/use-case-zen57-800lr-240v-xs-relay/538 "2025-08-05T23:40:33Z")
Last fall, I posted about using an input on my ZEN17 Relay to monitor our sump pump while away for the winter. The ZEN17 was way overkill for the job and needed to go back to controlling landscape lighting when spring r… --- ## [Control your PC with a ZEN16](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/control-your-pc-with-a-zen16/526)
**Author:** [@OhioYJ](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/OhioYJ)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2025, 2:52pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/control-your-pc-with-a-zen16/526 "2025-07-19T14:52:01Z")
So recently I had the idea to use a Zen16 to turn on and off our PCs. This works really well, and is pretty simple so I figured I’d share. Your PC power switch (and reset switch) are just momentary switches. So the Zen16… --- ## [FAQ Friday: All About Direct Association](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/faq-friday-all-about-direct-association/296)
**Author:** [@Sara](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Sara)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2024, 5:42pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/faq-friday-all-about-direct-association/296 "2024-08-23T17:42:54Z")
We often get questions about Z-Wave direct association, and it’s easy to see why—it’s a pretty neat feature! Direct association lets you link two Z-Wave devices together directly, which can be super handy. But it’s worth… --- ## [Tips & Tricks Tuesday: Exclude to Include](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/tips-tricks-tuesday-exclude-to-include/293)
**Author:** [@Sara](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Sara)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2024, 11:21pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/tips-tricks-tuesday-exclude-to-include/293 "2024-08-20T23:21:21Z")
Ever had trouble pairing a sensor or switch with your Z-Wave hub? You’ve done your research, installed similar devices before, and you’re sure this unit is compatible with your hub—yet it just won’t include. Frustrating,… --- ## [Tips & Tricks Tuesday: Use Zooz Switches Without a Load](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/tips-tricks-tuesday-use-zooz-switches-without-a-load/285)
**Author:** [@Sara](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Sara)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2024, 1:00am UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/tips-tricks-tuesday-use-zooz-switches-without-a-load/285 "2024-08-14T01:00:21Z")
If you’ve got a switch at home that’s not currently controlling anything, here’s an idea: you can install a Zooz switch in that spot even without a load connected. This opens up a world of possibilities, letting you assi… --- ## [Tips & Tricks Tuesday: Smart Bulb Control](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/tips-tricks-tuesday-smart-bulb-control/278)
**Author:** [@Sara](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Sara)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2024, 4:25pm UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/tips-tricks-tuesday-smart-bulb-control/278 "2024-08-06T16:25:57Z")
Curious about Smart Bulb control? While all Zooz models do come with Smart Bulb mode, which ensures that your connected Smart Bulbs remain powered, there are some models that we recommend specifically for this functional… --- ## [FAQ Friday: What Loads Can I Use With My Zooz Switches?](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/faq-friday-what-loads-can-i-use-with-my-zooz-switches/282)
**Author:** [@Sara](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/u/Sara)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2024, 12:37am UTC](https://www.zoozcommunity.com/t/faq-friday-what-loads-can-i-use-with-my-zooz-switches/282 "2024-08-13T00:37:58Z")
Zooz switches and dimmers are designed with smart lighting applications in mind, making them ideal for modern homes seeking enhanced control and energy efficiency. However, it’s crucial to understand the types of electri…