Control multiple lights and appliances in and around your house with a controller that doesn't even need to be plugged in. By using radio frequency technology, Z-Wave components require no wiring, and since each module includes a repeater function, adding more modules to your Z-Wave network actually improves reliability. The Z-Wave Starter Kit includes a controller and two lamp modules, everything you'll need to start your radio-frequency network. The included Master Remote Controller is powered by four AA batteries (sold separately). Note: Z-Wave technology is not X10 compatible.

The Master Remote Controller has 12 channels, pairs of on/off/dim buttons to control individual devices or groups of up to 16 devices; it can control up to 192 devices in and around your home. Mount it on a wall or station it on a tabletop for maximum convenience. You'll appreciate its large, easy-to-read LCD display that helps with the easy programming and use.

The Master Remote Controller offers multiple timing functions, including an astronomic feature that will control lights based upon the sun's rising and setting time. Choose from any of eight dimming levels for each lamp controlled. Up to 28 events can be programmed, and the all on/off feature will turn all lights on or off with the press of a single button.

Two plug-in lamp modules are included in the starter kit to control floor and table lamps up to 300 watts. Installation is easy, and two-way feedback confirms that each device is set up and working properly. Once set up, you'll be able to turn incandescent lights on and off and dim them using the Master Controller; take advantage of the manual override function to turn the lights off at their source.