The LED indicator on your device is a useful feature for displaying status updates, but sometimes, you may want more control over how it behaves. Whether you prefer a subtle glow, a specific color, or no light at all, your device offers several customization options. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to turn off the LED indicator, adjust its brightness, and modify its behavior—such as keeping it on when the device is off or vice versa. By the end of this article, you’ll have full control over the LED settings to match your preferences. Let’s get started!
All About Advanced Settings
The terminology for advanced settings varies depending on your Z-Wave hub. For instance, Hubitat lists them under the “Preferences” tab, SmartThings labels them as “Settings,” while Home Assistant and HomeSeer use the official term “Parameters.” Despite these differences in naming, the purpose remains the same: configuring consistent behavior for your device. We provide the full list of settings available for each device in our Knowledge Base.
Each advanced setting consists of four key parts:
- Label: If your device is properly integrated with your hub, this will display as the setting's name. Hubs like SmartThings show only the label and description.
- Parameter Number & Description: Most hubs, such as Hubitat and Home Assistant, list the parameter number along with the label and description.
- Values: These are the selectable options for each setting. Some are simple (e.g., Enable/Disable), while others use numerical values.
- Size: This is required in some systems when manually changing advanced settings (e.g., Home Assistant) or in hubs that do not provide direct access to settings.
It's also important to note that not all hubs allow access to advanced settings. For example, alarm panels like Alarm.com and Ring may recognize the device and offer integration but do not permit modifying its settings.
How to Change the Settings on the ZEN15 Power Switch
We've included the instructions below for accessing the settings on the most popular Z-Wave hubs:
How to Access the Advanced Settings for the ZEN15 on Home Assistant
How to Access the Advanced Settings for the ZEN15 on HomeSeer
How to Access the Advanced Settings for the ZEN15 on Hubitat
How to Access the Advanced Settings for the ZEN15 on SmartThings
How to Access the Advanced Settings for the ZEN15 on Z-Box
LED Behavior
Parameter 27: Choose how the LED indicator displays power consumption on the Power Switch and when it’s on or off.
Values: 0 – LED indicator will display power consumption whenever the device is plugged in (LED stays on at all times, even if the switch is off); 1 – LED indicator will display power consumption whenever the device is ON in and will turn off when the switch is OFF (default); 2 – LED indicator will display the level of power consumption for 5 seconds only whenever the device is turned on or off (LED indicator will stay off for most of the time); 3 – LED indicator is OFF at all times except for inclusion, exclusion, and Z-Wave range test)
The ZEN15 provides the following options for the standard LED behavior for the device:
- The LED indicator is always on: This option is helpful to monitor power consumption for the connected device at all times.
- The LED indicator is on when the plug is on. Power monitoring via the LED is available only when the connected device is on: this option is frequently selected to indicate the status of the connected load.
- The LED indicator will only be on for 5 seconds when the device is first turned on or off to display power consumption; the LED is generally off: this option is popular for those who want brief monitoring but do not want a constant LED.
- The LED indicator is always off: you may choose this option if you prefer to have all of your switches match at all times with no LED indicator showing regardless of the plug status
How to Read the LED Indicator Colors
The LED indicator on your Power Switch will visually report power use:
Pink = Power Switch is off
Cyan = 300 – 600 W
Yellow = 900 – 1200 W
Purple = 1500 – 1800 W
Blue = 0 – 300 W
Green = 600 – 900 W
Red = 1200 – 1500 W
Purple blink = over 1800 W
By customizing these settings, you can optimize the ZEN15's LED functionality to fit seamlessly into your smart home setup.
