Setup Guide
Set up the LAMP-ZW2 — the Alarm.com-certified Z-Wave 800 LR plug-in dimmer.
The LAMP-ZW2 is Versa's Z-Wave 800 Long Range plug-in dimmer — Alarm.com certified and built for professional security installs where lighting control and intrusion detection share the same platform. This guide covers everything from out-of-the-box inclusion to advanced configuration, with every spec drawn from the LAMP-ZW2 manual and its Z-Wave Alliance certification.
What is the LAMP-ZW2?
The LAMP-ZW2 is an indoor plug-in lamp dimmer on the Z-Wave 800 Series at 908.42 MHz (US). It plugs into a standard US outlet and gives you local dimming at the device plus remote control through a Z-Wave hub or Alarm.com. Because it's mains-powered, it also acts as an always-on Z-Wave repeater, extending the mesh for other devices in range.
What separates it from older plug-in dimmers: the Z-Wave 800 LR chipset supports Long Range, extending coverage up to roughly 1,300 feet from the controller — versus the ~100-foot indoor range typical of legacy 500 Series devices. It also carries S2 security and SmartStart pairing.
Certifications & specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Protocol | Z-Wave 800 Series · 908.42 MHz (US) · Long Range capable |
| Z-Wave certification | Z-Wave Plus v2 Certified · Cert # ZC14-24040421 (Alliance product 5062) |
| Security | S2 — Authenticated & Unauthenticated |
| SmartStart | Yes (required for Long Range inclusion) |
| Device type | Multilevel Switch (dimmer) · always-on repeater |
| Max load — incandescent | 200 W |
| Max load — dimmable CFL/LED | 100 W |
| Input | 125 VAC, 60 Hz |
| Safety listing | ETL Listed (Intertek) |
| Radio certification | FCC Part 15 Class B · IC · FCC ID 2AD9XLAMP-ZW2 |
| Form factor | Plug-in, grounded 3-wire · indoor dry location only |
| Function | Dimmer (controls lamp brightness — not a simple on/off plug) |
| Where to buy | versawireless.com · Amazon · WAVE Electronics (dealer) |
What you'll need
- LAMP-ZW2 — the plug-in dimmer module (DSK/QR label on the device and on the box)
- A Z-Wave hub or panel — Alarm.com, 2GIG EDGE, Qolsys IQ, SmartThings, Hubitat, or Home Assistant (Z-Wave JS); a security-enabled Z-Wave Plus controller is required to use S2
- A dimmable bulb — incandescent, halogen, or a bulb labeled "dimmable" LED/CFL
- Access to the hub's inclusion interface — Alarm.com dealer portal, hub app, or Z-Wave PC controller (for Long Range, a controller that supports SmartStart + LR)
Factory Reset (If Previously Paired)
If the LAMP-ZW2 was included in another network, remove it before adding it to yours. Skip this if it's new out of the box. The cleanest method is a hub exclusion; a manual factory reset is the fallback when the original controller is gone.
Factory Reset Procedure
- Plug the LAMP-ZW2 into a wall outlet.
- Press the button twice quickly, then immediately hold the 3rd press for 10 seconds.
- Release — the LED confirms the reset. (Alternative "host reset": removing the device from the hub also returns it to factory defaults.)
Use a factory reset only when the original controller is missing or inoperable. Otherwise, exclude it cleanly from the hub (below).
Z-Wave Inclusion
Inclusion adds the LAMP-ZW2 to your Z-Wave network. The button gesture is the same across hubs.
Put Your Hub in Inclusion Mode
In the hub interface, open the Z-Wave "Add Device" / inclusion screen. The hub listens for a new device (typically ~60 seconds).
Plug In the LAMP-ZW2
Plug it into a standard US outlet within range of the hub or a repeater. The blue LED indicates status.
Trigger Inclusion
Press the button 3× quickly. The blue LED flashes quickly during the handshake. If the button doesn't respond after 3 presses, factory-reset the device and retry.
Confirm in Your Hub
The hub reports a successful inclusion and adds the device. In Alarm.com it appears as a light/dimmer. Rename it and assign a room.
LED indicator reference
| LED | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Blue | Light status / inclusion (blinks during Add) |
| Purple | Remove / exclusion — device is paired and in exclusion mode |
| Red | Network failure |
Alarm.com Configuration
Once included, the LAMP-ZW2 appears in the Alarm.com dealer portal under Devices → Lights.
Naming and room assignment
Give it a name the customer recognizes ("Living Room Lamp"). Assign the correct room — this controls how it appears in the Alarm.com customer app.
Setting up scenes
Alarm.com scenes group the lamp with other devices for one-tap control. Common configurations:
- Good Night — dims the lamp then turns it off after a delay, arms the system to Stay
- Away — turns the lamp off when armed Away; optionally back on at sunset via schedule
- Alarm response — drives the lamp to full brightness on an intrusion alarm as a visual indicator
Dimmer level defaults
Set the brightness the lamp returns to when switched on by app or automation. Use the device's Starting/Min/Max brightness parameters (see the parameter table below) to tune behavior — for example raise the minimum if a dimmable LED flickers at the low end.
Z-Wave Network Health Check
The LAMP-ZW2 repeats the mesh whenever it's powered. After inclusion, run a Z-Wave network repair so devices update their routing tables.
Placement tip
Plugged into an outlet between the panel and far-end devices, the LAMP-ZW2 strengthens the mesh. Z-Wave 800 LR's long range covers most single-family homes in a single hop, but a mid-network repeater still improves reliability. Note: if the outlet is switched (controlled by a wall switch), leave that switch on — cutting power drops the device and breaks routing for anything behind it.
Manual operation
The button on the device works independently of the hub:
- Single press — toggles the lamp on/off
- Press and hold — dims up or down
- 3× quickly — Z-Wave inclusion / exclusion
- 5× quickly — enters Min-brightness set mode (Parameter 11): hold to set level, press 5× again to confirm (LED flashes 3×)
- 10× quickly — enters Max-brightness set mode (Parameter 12): hold to set level, press 10× again to confirm
Manual control works whether or not the hub is online — if the panel loses internet, the customer can still operate the lamp locally.
Troubleshooting
Device won't include
- Confirm the hub is in inclusion mode before pressing the button 3× quickly.
- A purple LED means the device is already paired and entered exclusion mode — run an exclusion on the hub (then press 3× quickly), and re-add it.
- If inclusion fails, move the device within a few feet of the hub, pair, then relocate and run a network repair.
- If the button doesn't respond after 3 presses, factory-reset and retry.
LED flashes but hub doesn't recognize the device
- Check the hub's Z-Wave region is set to US (908.42 MHz). An EU (868 MHz) region won't pair.
- For Long Range, confirm you used SmartStart with the LR option enabled — LR cannot be joined by button inclusion.
Lamp flickers when dimming
- Confirm the bulb is labeled "dimmable." Non-dimmable LEDs flicker or won't dim.
- Raise the minimum brightness (Parameter 11) if the bulb flickers at the low end.
- Some dimmable LEDs have a narrow dim range — try a different brand if flicker persists.
Device drops off network
- Run a Z-Wave network repair after moving any device or changing the mesh.
- If the LAMP-ZW2's outlet is switched, keep that switch on — losing power removes it from the mesh.
Configuration parameters (pro installers)
Set these from the hub's device configuration interface. The LED flashes 3× to confirm a parameter change. Values below are from the LAMP-ZW2 manual:
| Param | What It Controls | Default | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | LED indicator mode | 0 | 0 = LED on when light off · 1 = on when light on · 2 = always off · 3 = always on |
| 4 | Auto turn-off timer | 0 (disabled) | 0–65535 minutes — auto-off after turning on |
| 6 | Auto turn-on timer | 0 (disabled) | 0–65535 minutes |
| 7 | Night-light brightness | 2 (20%) | 1 = 10% … 10 = 100% |
| 8 | Restore state after power failure | 2 (memory) | 0 = off · 1 = on · 2 = last state before outage |
| 9 | Dimmer speed — on/off control | 2 (2 s) | 0 = instant · 1 = 1 s … 10 = 10 s |
| 10 | Dimmer speed — dimming control | 4 | 1–10 s for a full-range dim |
| 11 | Minimum brightness | 10 | 1–99 — raise if the bulb flickers low |
| 12 | Maximum brightness | 99 | 1–99 — cap if full brightness is too harsh |
For the complete, current parameter list, refer to the LAMP-ZW2 installation manual.
Z-Wave 800 LR vs. older Z-Wave dimmers
| Feature | Z-Wave 500 Series (old) | LAMP-ZW2 (Z-Wave 800 LR) |
|---|---|---|
| Range | ~100 ft indoor | Up to ~1,300 ft (Long Range) |
| Security | S0 (legacy) | S2 Authenticated/Unauthenticated |
| SmartStart | No | Yes |
| Z-Wave Plus version | v1 (or pre-Plus) | v2 |
| Alarm.com certified | Varies by model | Yes ↗ |
For a deeper comparison, see Z-Wave 800 vs 700 Series: What Installers Need to Know.
Alarm.com certified · S2 · SmartStart · built-in repeater.
The LAMP-ZW2 is available to licensed dealers through WAVE Electronics, and for direct purchase on the Versa Wireless product page and Amazon. Browse the full Z-Wave lineup or more guides on Insight.
Frequently asked questions
Is the LAMP-ZW2 compatible with Alarm.com?
Yes. The LAMP-ZW2 is officially Alarm.com certified. It appears as a native light/dimmer device in the Alarm.com dealer portal and supports scenes, schedules, and automation rules without custom configuration. See the full Alarm.com approval details.
How do I pair the LAMP-ZW2 in Z-Wave Long Range mode?
Long Range can only be joined via SmartStart. Scan the device's Z-Wave QR code (or enter its DSK) into a controller that supports SmartStart, and make sure the Long Range option is enabled. A standard 3×-button inclusion adds the device to the regular Z-Wave mesh instead of LR.
Can I use the LAMP-ZW2 with non-dimmable LED bulbs?
No. The LAMP-ZW2 is a dimmer and requires dimmable bulbs — dimmable LED/CFL, incandescent, or halogen, up to 200 W incandescent or 100 W dimmable CFL/LED. Non-dimmable bulbs will flicker or buzz.
Does the LAMP-ZW2 work as a Z-Wave repeater?
Yes. While powered, it acts as an always-on Z-Wave mesh repeater, extending range for other Z-Wave devices — an advantage over battery-powered devices, which don't repeat.
