Setup Guide – Deako

Your Deako setup guide

Get easy instructions for installing your switches and discover how others are making the most of Deako.

Get Started with Your Deako Switches

Deako switches are designed to be safe and easy to install on your own. No electrician, no special tools, no circuit breaker hunting needed. Let’s get started!

Simple vs. Smart

What’s the difference?

Simple Switches give you easy, manual control with options like dimming, timers, and motion sensing – no app or programming required. They’re plug-and-play and take literally seconds to safely install.

Smart Switches/Dimmers add remote and voice control, scheduling, and automation for greater convenience and security. They can be managed via the Deako app, voice assistances, or other home automation platforms.

Let's get your Simple Switches installed first

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Motion Sensor Switch

Great for:

Laundry, pantry, powder room, garage, walk-in closets

What it does:

Turns on when it senses motion, off after inactivity

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Motion Sensor Switch

Great for:

Laundry, pantry, powder room, garage, walk-in closets

What it does:

Turns on when it senses motion, off after inactivity

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Timer Switch

Great for:

Bathrooms (exhaust fan), bathroom lights

What it does:

Choose 10, 30, or 60-minute timer, or continuous-on

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Timer Switch

Great for:

Bathrooms (exhaust fan)

What it does:

Choose 10, 30, or 60-minute timer, or continuous-on

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Dimmer

Great for:

Bedrooms, dining rooms, kitchens, living rooms

What it does:

On/off plus a slider to adjust brightness

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Dimmer Switch

Great for:

Bedrooms, dining rooms, kitchens, living rooms 

What it does:

On/off plus a slider to adjust brightness

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Ceiling Fan Controller

Great for:

Ceiling fans in living rooms, bedrooms, or other spaces
 

What it does:

On/off control plus low, medium, and high fan speeds

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Ceiling Fan Speed Controller

Great for:

Ceiling fans in living rooms, bedrooms, or other spaces

What it does:

On/off control plus low, medium, and high fan speeds

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Astronomical Timer Switch

Great for:

Exterior lights

What it does:

Automates on/off times using a schedule or sunrise/sunset — no app or Wi-Fi required

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Astronomical Timer

Great for:

Exterior lights

What it does:

Automates on/off times using a schedule or sunrise/sunset — no app or Wi-Fi required

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Nightlight Switch

Great for:

Bathrooms, bedrooms, garages

What it does:

On/off fixture control with an integrated LED light bar that illuminates in the dark

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Nightlight Switch

Great for:

Bathrooms, bedrooms, garages

What it does:

On/off fixture control with an integrated LED light bar that illuminates in the dark

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Ventilation Timer Switch

Great for:

Bathroom exhaust fans, laundry rooms

What it does:

Enhance indoor air quality and keep your room well-ventilated with 10, 30, and 60-minute countdown timer options for fans.

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Ventilation Timer Switch

Great for:

Bathroom exhaust fans

What it does:

Choose 10, 30, or 60-minute timer, or continuous-on. Includes a setting to run the fan for a minimum time each hour, often used by builders for Energy Star compliance.

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Rocker Switch

Great for:

Any room or space where you want a clean, minimalist design.

What it does:

Effortless, reliable lighting control for basic on/off functionality.

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Rocker Switch

Great for:

Any room or space where you want a clean, minimalist design.

What it does:

Effortless, reliable lighting control for basic on/off functionality.

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Step 2

Watch this easy installation video.

Watch our quick video walkthrough or explore in-depth articles to install any Deako device with ease.

Let's get your Smart Switches installed next

Step 3

Identify where each Smart Switch should go.

Smart Switch

Great for:

Bedrooms, hallways, exterior lights, anywhere…

What it does:

Customizable scheduling and automation, app control, voice assistant ready

Step 3

Identify where each smart switch should go.

Smart Switch

Great for:

Bedrooms, hallways, exterior lights, anywhere…

What it does:

Schedule to sunrise/sunset, app control, voice assistant ready

Step 3

Identify where each Smart Switch should go.

Smart Dimmer

(Single-Pole / Master / Remote)

Great for:

Bedrooms, dining rooms, kitchens, living rooms

What it does:

All Smart Switch features plus dimming, works in multi-way setups

Step 3

Identify where each smart switch should go.

Smart Dimmer (Single-Pole / Master / Remote)

Great for:

Bedrooms, dining rooms, kitchens, living rooms

What it does:

All Smart Switch features plus dimming, works in multi-way setups

Step 3

Identify where each Smart Switch should go.

Smart Plug

Great for:

Bedrooms, offices, living room

What it does:

Turn any plug in lamp, string lights, portable heater, fan or other appliances into a smart device that you can control remotely or schedule automatic on/off times.

Step 3

Identify where each smart switch should go.

Smart Plug

Great for:

Bedrooms, offices, living room

What it does:

Turn any plug in lamp, string lights, portable heater, fan or other appliances into a smart device that you can control remotely or schedule automatic on/off times.

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Step 4

Watch this video and download the Deako App to setup your Smart Switches.

Control your lights from your phone, set schedules, and even connect to your voice assistant with the Deako App.

[ DO MORE WITH SMART ]

Program and control your lighting with the Deako App

Scenes

Set the scene for movie night, or simply unwind from the day with a touch or voice command.

Your actual screen may vary

Learn more about the app

[ DO MORE WITH SMART ]

Program and control your lighting with the Deako App

Schedules

Simplify your routine with lights that illuminate, dim or darken your space—right on time.

Your actual screen may vary

Learn more about the app

[ DO MORE WITH SMART ]

Program and control your lighting with the Deako App

Groups

Streamline your setup with multiple lights that can be controlled together.

Your actual screen may vary

Learn more about the app

[ DO MORE WITH SMART ]

Program and control your lighting with the Deako App

Remote control

Rushing out the door? Control your lights in the Deako App from wherever you are.

Your actual screen may vary

Learn more about the app

[ DO MORE WITH SMART ]

Program and control your lighting with the Deako App

Timers

Don’t sweat the switch. Gain peace of mind with lights that turn off automatically.

Your actual screen may vary

Learn more about the app

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Need help?

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1-844-673-3256

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Your Deako setup guide

Get Started with Your Deako Switches

Simple vs. Smart

What’s the difference?

Let's get your Simple Switches installed first

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Motion Sensor Switch

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Motion Sensor Switch

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Timer Switch

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Timer Switch

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Dimmer

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Dimmer Switch

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Ceiling Fan Controller

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Ceiling Fan Speed Controller

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Astronomical Timer Switch

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Astronomical Timer

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Nightlight Switch

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Nightlight Switch

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Ventilation Timer Switch

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.

Simple Ventilation Timer Switch

Step 1

Identify where each Simple Switch should go.

Simple Rocker Switch

Step 1

Identify where each simple switch should go.