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Native Z-Wave 800 smart dimming for any Alarm.com account - no extra hub, no electrician.
The Versa LAMP-ZW2 Z-Wave 800 Long Range plug-in dimmer is now Alarm.com approved. If you run Alarm.com accounts, you can add professional smart dimming to any lamp or plug-in fixture - controlled natively inside the Alarm.com platform your customers already use, with no separate hub or app.
What Alarm.com approval means
Alarm.com maintains a catalog of approved Z-Wave devices tested and verified to work on its platform. Approval means the LAMP-ZW2 is recognized by Alarm.com's system: it enrolls as a standard light/dimmer, supports rules and schedules, and ties into security automations - lights on when the system arms, lights to full brightness when a sensor trips, sunset schedules, and the like.
Why this matters for Alarm.com dealers
Smart lighting is one of the most-requested residential add-ons, but lamps and floor lamps can't be handled by a standard in-wall smart switch - a plug-in dimmer is the clean solution. Until now that usually meant bolting on a separate smart-home platform or a Wi-Fi device that doesn't integrate with the security system. The LAMP-ZW2 closes that gap inside Alarm.com.
It's a plug-in module - no electrician, no wiring, no permits. The customer plugs it in, connects a lamp, and it's live in Alarm.com in a couple of minutes (scan the SmartStart QR and walk away). For the dealer it's a straightforward upsell that adds real value without adding job complexity.
LAMP-ZW2 specs at a glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Protocol | Z-Wave 800 Series (Z-Wave Plus v2) | Long Range capable |
| Frequency | 908.42 MHz (US) |
| Range | Up to ~1,300 ft in Long Range (via SmartStart on an 800-series LR controller) |
| Function | True dimmer - 0-100% brightness, not relay switching |
| Load | 200 W incandescent | 100 W dimmable CFL/LED |
| Security | S2 - Authenticated & Unauthenticated |
| Pairing | SmartStart via DSK QR code (required for Long Range) |
| Firmware | 8.10.0 (Silicon Labs Z-Wave SDK 7.24.1) |
| Repeater | Always-on Z-Wave mesh repeater while powered |
| Certifications | ETL Listed (Intertek) | Z-Wave Plus v2 (cert # ZC14-24040421) | FCC Part 15 Class B | IC | FCC ID 2AD9XLAMP-ZW2 |
| Form factor | Plug-in | indoor | 125 VAC 60 Hz | US market |
For the full pairing and configuration walk-through, see the LAMP-ZW2 setup guide. For the current firmware release and over-the-air update steps, see LAMP-ZW2 firmware 8.10.0.
Do you need a separate hub for the LAMP-ZW2?
Short answer: usually not. Most of today's all-in-one security panels already have a Z-Wave controller built in, so the panel is the hub. The Qolsys IQ Panel 4 and 5, the 2GIG EDGE, and the Resideo PROA7PLUS all ship with Z-Wave on board - the IQ Panel 4 and the EDGE each carry a Z-Wave 700-series Plus controller - so the LAMP-ZW2 joins the panel's own Z-Wave network directly, with no separate smart-home hub, no second app, and no extra box to buy or power. (Running an Alarm.com account? It rides on Z-Wave-equipped panels like these, so the same applies. For a DIY setup with no security panel, any Z-Wave hub works too: SmartThings, Hubitat, or Home Assistant with Z-Wave JS.)
Z-Wave lighting as a security feature
Running the lamp on the security panel isn't just convenient - it makes a light part of the alarm system. Because the panel controls both the sensors and the LAMP-ZW2, a security event can trigger the light automatically:
- Alarm trips - drive the lamp to full brightness the instant a sensor goes off, so no intruder is hiding in a dark room and the house draws attention.
- Disarm or entry - turn the lamp on when the system is disarmed or a door opens, so you walk into a lit room instead of reaching for a switch.
- Late-night arrival - a rule like "after 9 PM, when the garage door opens, turn on the mudroom lamp" means you are never walking blindly into the house.
- Away lighting - schedule lamps on and off while the system is armed Away so an empty home still looks occupied.
These run as ordinary scenes and rules on the panel (the LAMP-ZW2 setup guide has scene examples). Because the LAMP-ZW2 is a true dimmer, "on" can mean full brightness for an alarm event or a soft level for a late-night path light.
How the LAMP-ZW2 compares to other Z-Wave plug-in dimmers
Searching for a Z-Wave dimmer plug that works with Alarm.com? The LAMP-ZW2 is a Z-Wave 800 plug-in dimmer built for exactly that. Plenty of Z-Wave plug-in dimmers work across Alarm.com and other security panels - the panel-brand lamp modules from Qolsys (IQ Dimmer), 2GIG, and Resideo, plus general-market units like the Leviton DZPD3 and GE 28170, have been around for years. Every one of them runs on older Z-Wave Plus silicon. The LAMP-ZW2 is the one built on the newest Z-Wave 800 Series chip with Long Range, and it is approved by Alarm.com - so it reaches up to ~1,300 ft across the property on a plug-in module that drops natively into the account.
| Plug-in dimmer | Z-Wave generation | Long Range capable |
|---|---|---|
| Versa LAMP-ZW2 800 Series LR | Z-Wave 800 Series | Yes - up to ~1,300 ft |
| Qolsys IQ Dimmer (QZ2141-840) | Z-Wave Plus (700 Series) | No |
| 2GIG Smart Plug-in Dimmer (PD300EMZ5-1) | Z-Wave Plus (500 Series) | No |
| Resideo Z5DIMPID | Z-Wave Plus | No |
| Leviton DZPD3-2BW | Z-Wave Plus | No |
| GE 28170 | Z-Wave Plus | No |
Z-Wave Long Range is an 800-series feature - the legacy Z-Wave Plus modules above cannot reach it regardless of brand, and they top out around 100 ft indoors versus the LAMP-ZW2's ~1,300 ft. The other plug-in modules these panels sell, such as the Qolsys IQ Outlet, are on/off appliance plugs, not dimmers, so they do not set lamp brightness at all. A few general-market 800-series dimmers exist, but they are in-wall switches that need a neutral and a wall box (for example the Zooz ZEN line), not plug-in lamp modules.
A natural upsell for any Alarm.com install
The best upsells solve a problem the customer already has. Lamps are in every room and can't be controlled by a hardwired switch - a plug-in dimmer is the only clean answer, and now there's one that works natively in Alarm.com. At an easy per-room price point, a living room / primary bedroom / office package is three units - a simple line item that gives the customer meaningful smart-home capability without leaving the Alarm.com ecosystem.
Native smart dimming for Alarm.com - plug in, scan, done.
Where to get it
The LAMP-ZW2 is available for dealer and distributor purchase through WAVE Electronics and on Amazon for direct purchase. Product specs and resources: versawireless.com/products/lamp-zw2. Browse the full Z-Wave lineup or more guides on Insight.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Versa LAMP-ZW2 approved by Alarm.com?
Yes. The LAMP-ZW2 is an Alarm.com-approved Z-Wave device. As an Alarm.com Z-Wave dimmer, it appears as a native light/dimmer in the Alarm.com dealer portal and supports scenes, schedules, and automation rules without custom configuration.
How does the LAMP-ZW2 pair to an Alarm.com system?
It pairs over Z-Wave. Scan the LAMP-ZW2's SmartStart QR/DSK code from the hub or app and it joins automatically - no manual inclusion at the panel. To use Z-Wave Long Range, the controller must support LR and the device must be added via SmartStart with the Long Range option enabled.
Do I need an electrician to install it?
No. The LAMP-ZW2 is a plug-in module - no wiring, no permits. Plug it into a standard US outlet, connect a dimmable lamp, and control brightness from Alarm.com or the panel.
What bulbs and wattage does it support?
It's a dimmer, so it requires dimmable bulbs - up to 200 W incandescent/halogen or 100 W dimmable CFL/LED. Non-dimmable bulbs will flicker or buzz.
Is the LAMP-ZW2 a Z-Wave 800 dimmer, and does it work with Alarm.com?
Yes to both. The LAMP-ZW2 is built on the Z-Wave 800 Series chip with Long Range, S2 security, and SmartStart pairing, and it is approved by Alarm.com. Most other plug-in dimmers used on Alarm.com and other panels are older Z-Wave Plus without those 800-series features.
How is the LAMP-ZW2 different from the Leviton or GE plug-in dimmer?
The Leviton DZPD3 and GE 28170 are Z-Wave Plus plug-in dimmers. The LAMP-ZW2 uses the newer Z-Wave 800 chip with Long Range (up to ~1,300 ft), S2 security, and SmartStart QR pairing, so it reaches farther and enrolls faster on an 800-series Long Range controller.
Do I need a hub to use the LAMP-ZW2?
In most cases, no. Most modern all-in-one security panels - the Qolsys IQ Panel 4 and 5, the 2GIG EDGE, and the Resideo PROA7PLUS - have a Z-Wave controller built in, so the panel acts as the hub and the LAMP-ZW2 joins it directly. Only a DIY setup with no security panel needs a standalone Z-Wave hub such as SmartThings, Hubitat, or Home Assistant. Either way there is no separate Versa hub to buy - the LAMP-ZW2 joins the Z-Wave network you already have.
Can the LAMP-ZW2 turn on automatically when the alarm goes off?
Yes. Because the LAMP-ZW2 runs on the security panel's Z-Wave network, the panel can trigger it from a security event - drive the lamp to full brightness when an alarm trips, turn it on when the system is disarmed or a door opens, or switch on a lamp when the garage door opens late at night. These run as standard scenes and rules on the panel.
