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GE 12728 Enbrighten Z-Wave/Zigbee Smart Lighting Add-On Switch
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Expand Your Smart Home Lighting Control The GE Enbrighten Add-On Switch allows you to extend your smart lighting system by adding control from multiple locations. Requires a compatible GE Z-Wave or Zigbee smart switch or dimmer. Specifications: Brand: GE Model: 12728 Type: Add-On S...
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Overview
Expand Your Smart Home Lighting Control
The GE Enbrighten Add-On Switch allows you to extend your smart lighting system by adding control from multiple locations. Requires a compatible GE Z-Wave or Zigbee smart switch or dimmer.
Specifications:- Brand: GE
- Model: 12728
- Type: Add-On Switch
- Compatibility: GE Z-Wave/GE Zigbee Smart Lighting Controls
- Features: Works with Alexa, Google Assistant
Key Features
GE Add-On Switch IS NOT COMPATIBLE with Alexa by itself. Add-On must be combined with GE Home Automation Switch to operate.
Requires a GE Home Automation Switch. This is NOT a standalone switch. (This product is an add-on only switch, and requires an existing GE Home Automation Switch to function. Without a GE Home Automation Switch, the Add-On Switch WILL NOT OPERATE.)
The GE Add-On Switch works with any GE Z-Wave, GE ZigBee, or GE Bluetooth Smart Switch, Dimmer or Fan Control, to offer Three or Four-Way control. Fits most standard wall plates and home décor.
White lighting control matches most standard wall plates (wall plate not included).
Screw terminal installation provides improved space efficiency compared to flying leads. Requires Neutral and Traveler wire for installation.
Specifications
Product Type
Add-On Switch
Installation Type
Screw Terminal
Required Wires
Neutral, Traveler
Color
White
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- The GE 12728 Add-On Switch is designed to enable 3-way or 4-way control with existing GE Home Automation Switches.
- It offers screw terminal installation, which can provide improved space efficiency within electrical boxes.
- The white lighting control finish is designed to match most standard wall plates and home décor, ensuring aesthetic integration.
- It supports multiple protocols (Z-Wave, ZigBee, or Bluetooth) when paired with a compatible GE Home Automation Switch.
- This add-on switch is a solution for expanding smart lighting control without replacing existing primary smart switches.
👎 Cons
- This product is NOT a standalone switch and requires a GE Home Automation Switch to function.
- It is NOT compatible with Alexa by itself and must be combined with a GE Home Automation Switch for smart assistant integration.
- Installation requires both a Neutral and a Traveler wire, which may not be present in all older electrical setups.
- A wall plate is not included, requiring a separate purchase to complete the installation.
- The functionality is entirely dependent on pairing with a specific GE brand main switch, limiting cross-brand compatibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the GE 12728 Add-On Switch work by itself?
No, this is NOT a standalone switch; it requires an existing GE Home Automation Switch (Z-Wave, ZigBee, or Bluetooth) to function for three or four-way control.
Is this add-on switch compatible with Alexa?
The GE Add-On Switch is NOT compatible with Alexa by itself; it must be combined with a GE Home Automation Switch to enable smart assistant operation.
What kind of wiring is required for installation?
Screw terminal installation is provided, and it requires both a Neutral and a Traveler wire for proper installation.
Does the switch come with a wall plate?
No, the wall plate is not included with the GE 12728 Add-On Switch, and it will need to be purchased separately.
What GE switches is this add-on compatible with?
The GE Add-On Switch works with any GE Z-Wave, GE ZigBee, or GE Bluetooth Smart Switch, Dimmer, or Fan Control to provide multi-location control.
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