How To Connect Hue Outdoor Lights

Philips Hue outdoor lights are a great way to add some color and flair to your outdoor space. They're easy to install and use, and they can be controlled with your smartphone or tablet. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to connect Hue outdoor lights:

1. Gather your materials

You will need the following materials to connect Hue outdoor lights:

Hue outdoor lights
Hue Bridge
Power adapter
Screwdriver

2. Install the Hue Bridge

The Hue Bridge is the brains of your Hue system. It connects your Hue lights to your home network and allows you to control them with your smartphone or tablet. To install the Hue Bridge, follow these steps:

Plug the Hue Bridge into an outlet.
Connect the Hue Bridge to your router using an Ethernet cable.
Download the Hue app on your smartphone or tablet.
Open the Hue app and follow the on-screen instructions to create an account and pair your Hue Bridge.

3. Install the Hue outdoor lights

Once the Hue Bridge is installed, you can start installing the Hue outdoor lights. To install a Hue outdoor light, follow these steps:

Choose a location for the light. The light should be placed in an area where it will receive plenty of sunlight.
Screw the mounting bracket into the wall or ceiling.
Attach the light to the mounting bracket.
Connect the light to the power adapter.

4. Pair the Hue outdoor lights with the Hue Bridge

Once the Hue outdoor lights are installed, you need to pair them with the Hue Bridge. To pair a Hue outdoor light with the Hue Bridge, follow these steps:

Open the Hue app on your smartphone or tablet.
Tap the "Settings" icon.
Tap "Light setup."
Tap the "Add light" button.
Follow the on-screen instructions to pair the light with the Hue Bridge.

5. Control your Hue outdoor lights

Once the Hue outdoor lights are paired with the Hue Bridge, you can start controlling them with your smartphone or tablet. To control your Hue outdoor lights, follow these steps:

Open the Hue app on your smartphone or tablet.
Tap the "Home" icon.
Tap the light that you want to control.
Use the on-screen controls to change the light's color, brightness, and other settings.