Just installed my first Zen12, and I’m overall very pleased with it.
A couple of things though.
I really dislike the pigtails. I hope you eventually release a version with terminals. Obviously personal preference, but i prefer solid core wire to multistrand, particularly when using Wagos.
Is there a chance that the LED Indicator can be exposed through an actuator, or evekn directly? I love using indicator bars as status notifiers, and the indicators on the Zen12 would be great for this!
That said, the PIR works great, and this device eliminates several battery powered sensors! Love it!
With some more advanced devices that pack multiple extra components into an in-wall switch, we’re working with very limited space. If we replaced the pigtails with terminals, the switch wouldn’t fit in some of the older more shallow electrical boxes. We try to make all of our devices as retrofit friendly as possible (upgrades can get expensive quickly ) so that’s why we decided to go with the pigtails here. As we evaluate the market going forward, we’ll definitely revisit the design to make the experience better for all!
The LED indicator supports the appropriate Z-Wave command class to be controlled and used for notifications but we realize that most systems and hubs make it a bit complicated. Depending on which hub you’re using, there may be a way to program the LED for that purpose already. Feel free to reach out to our support for detailed instructions and we’ll try to create step-by-step instructions for this use case asap as well
3. We’re happy you’re finding the Motion Dimmer useful, multitasking capabilities are always top of mind for our team when creating a new device!
Counterpoint: pigtails = more wire nuts and less space in box., especially if your’re not using the traveller. Catch-22 I think! Having said that, I get it! I certainly managed, and got it into a box with no trouble!
I’m using Hubitat, and couldn’t find the LEDs exposed anyplace, but I’ll reach out to support as you suggest!
The first switch is allowing me to eliminate 3 battery powered sensors, perhaps more. As I said before, the Zen 12 is a great device.
Now, if you guys would make in wall receptacles with built in motion sensors…my world would be completely free of battery powered motion sensors! Lol
) so that’s why we decided to go with the pigtails here. As we evaluate the market going forward, we’ll definitely revisit the design to make the experience better for all!