Updates to Hue 2m outdoor light strip (Koenkk#3565)

trenchcoatjedi · web-flow · commit a80258dda85d · 2025-03-04T20:11:30.000+01:00
diff --git a/docgen/device_page_notes.ts b/docgen/device_page_notes.ts
@@ -17,16 +17,16 @@ They suggest keeping the button pressed for 35 seconds. After about 25 seconds t
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 ## Pairing
-New Bulbs are automatically in pairing mode. 
-Factory resetting a Hue bulb can be accomplished in 6 ways which are described below. After resetting the bulb will automatically connect.
+New lights are automatically in pairing mode. 
+Factory resetting a Hue light can be accomplished in 6 ways which are described below. After resetting the light will automatically connect.
 
 ### Power Cycling
 
 Repeat 5 times, starting with the bulb on:
 
 - Turn off for 2 seconds, turn on for 8 seconds
 
-The bulb will pulse when factory reset and allow joining on Z2M
+The light will pulse when factory reset and allow joining on Z2M
 
 Source: [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/Hue/comments/vznv5q/hue_bulb_hardware_reset_only_bulb_required/)
 Verification: [GitHub PR Comment](https://github.com/Koenkk/zigbee2mqtt.io/pull/2965#issuecomment-2406964209)
@@ -35,17 +35,17 @@ Verification: [GitHub PR Comment](https://github.com/Koenkk/zigbee2mqtt.io/pull/
 See [Touchlink](../guide/usage/touchlink.md)
 
 ### Hue bridge
-When the bulb is still connected to the Hue bridge, you can simply factory reset the bulb
-by removing it from the bridge via the Hue app. Orphaned bulbs (configured to connect to a non-existing Zigbee network) can be adopted by a Hue bridge by entering the 6 character serial number in the Philips Hue app.
+When the light is still connected to the Hue bridge, you can simply factory reset the light
+by removing it from the bridge via the Hue app. Orphaned lights (configured to connect to a non-existing Zigbee network) can be adopted by a Hue bridge by entering the 6 character serial number in the Philips Hue app.
 
 ### Hue dimmer switch
-With [one](./324131092621.md) of the [two](./929002398602.md) Hue Dimmer switches it is possible to put the bulbs into a factory reset.
+With [one](./324131092621.md) of the [two](./929002398602.md) Hue Dimmer switches it is possible to put the lights into a factory reset.
 
-1. Powercycle the bulb (if the bulb is on for too long this procedure might not work)
-2. Bring the dimmer switch next to the bulb, as close as possible
+1. Powercycle the light (if the bulb is on for too long this procedure might not work)
+2. Bring the dimmer switch next to the light, as close as possible
 3. Hold the I/On and 0/Off button pressed simultaneously for 10 to 12 seconds until…
-4. The bulb flashes a couple of times. Don't release the buttons until the last flash + a safety second
-5. Switch the bulb off and on again: it can now be paired again.
+4. The light flashes a couple of times. Don't release the buttons until the last flash + a safety second
+5. Switch the light off and on again: it can now be paired again.
 
 See also the [VIDEO: Factory reset a Hue bulb with Hue dimmer switch](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvlEAELiJKs).
 
diff --git a/docs/devices/9290022890.md b/docs/devices/9290022890.md
@@ -28,49 +28,39 @@ pageClass: device-page
 <!-- Notes END: Do not edit below this line -->
 
 ## Pairing
-New Bulbs are automatically in pairing mode. 
-Factory resetting a Hue bulb can be accomplished in 6 ways which are described below. After resetting the bulb will automatically connect.
-
-### Power Cycling
-
-Repeat 5 times, starting with the bulb on:
-
-- Turn off for 2 seconds, turn on for 8 seconds
-
-The bulb will pulse when factory reset and allow joining on Z2M
-
-Source: [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/Hue/comments/vznv5q/hue_bulb_hardware_reset_only_bulb_required/)
-Verification: [GitHub PR Comment](https://github.com/Koenkk/zigbee2mqtt.io/pull/2965#issuecomment-2406964209)
+New light strips are automatically in pairing mode. 
+Factory resetting this Hue light strip can be accomplished in 4 ways which are described below. After resetting the light strip will automatically connect.
 
 ### Touchlink factory reset
 See [Touchlink](../guide/usage/touchlink.md)
 
+This method is confirmed working. The inline Zigbee radio at the end of the light strip must be very close (less than 5 cm / 2 inches) from the coordinator before it will appear.
+
 ### Hue bridge
-When the bulb is still connected to the Hue bridge, you can simply factory reset the bulb
-by removing it from the bridge via the Hue app. Orphaned bulbs (configured to connect to a non-existing Zigbee network) can be adopted by a Hue bridge by entering the 6 character serial number in the Philips Hue app.
+When the light strip is still connected to the Hue bridge, you can simply factory reset the light strip
+by removing it from the bridge via the Hue app. Orphaned light strips (configured to connect to a non-existing Zigbee network) can be adopted by a Hue bridge by entering the 6 character serial number in the Philips Hue app.
 
 ### Hue dimmer switch
-With [one](./324131092621.md) of the [two](./929002398602.md) Hue Dimmer switches it is possible to put the bulbs into a factory reset.
+With [one](./324131092621.md) of the [two](./929002398602.md) Hue Dimmer switches it is possible to put the light strips into a factory reset.
 
-1. Powercycle the bulb (if the bulb is on for too long this procedure might not work)
-2. Bring the dimmer switch next to the bulb, as close as possible
+1. Powercycle the light strip (if the light strip is on for too long this procedure might not work)
+2. Bring the dimmer switch next to the light strip, as close as possible
 3. Hold the I/On and 0/Off button pressed simultaneously for 10 to 12 seconds until…
-4. The bulb flashes a couple of times. Don't release the buttons until the last flash + a safety second
-5. Switch the bulb off and on again: it can now be paired again.
+4. The light strip flashes a couple of times. Don't release the buttons until the last flash + a safety second
+5. Switch the light strip off and on again: it can now be paired again.
 
-See also the [VIDEO: Factory reset a Hue bulb with Hue dimmer switch](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvlEAELiJKs).
+See also the [VIDEO: Factory reset a Hue light strip with Hue dimmer switch](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvlEAELiJKs).
 
-### Bluetooth (if supported by device)
-Install the Philips Hue Bluetooth app for [Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.signify.hue.blue)
-or [iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/philips-hue-bluetooth/id1456604186). You can use the app to trigger a factory reset on a paired light. (Note: The light will only be in bluetooth pairing
-mode for a couple of minutes after power-on)
 
 ### TRADFRI remote control
 This may also be possible with the
 [Tradfri Remote Control](https://www.ikea.com/us/en/images/products/tradfri-remote-control__0489469_PE623665_S4.JPG)
 by pressing and holding the reset button on the bottom of the remote (next to the battery).
-[This may not always work, even if the Hue bulb starts flashing](https://github.com/Koenkk/zigbee2mqtt/issues/296#issuecomment-416923751).
+[This may not always work, even if the Hue light strip starts flashing](https://github.com/Koenkk/zigbee2mqtt/issues/296#issuecomment-416923751).
+
+### Unsupported Factory Reset Methods
 
+This device does not support factory reset by Bluetooth or power cycling.
 
 
 ## Power-on behavior
@@ -89,8 +79,8 @@ Send a MQTT command to [`zigbee2mqtt/FRIENDLY_NAME/set`](../guide/usage/mqtt_top
 Attribute Value | Description
 ----------------|-----------------------------------------------
 default         | reset to factory default value
-on              | bulb on after power loss with configured brightness, color-temperature and color
-off             | bulb off after power loss
+on              | light strip on after power loss with configured brightness, color-temperature and color
+off             | light strip off after power loss
 recover         | last running state after power loss
 
 Rules:
@@ -99,7 +89,7 @@ Rules:
 - `hue_power_on_color_temperature` and `hue_power_on_color` cannot be provided together, only one can be set
 - When setting `hue_power_on_behavior` = `on`, any not provided values will be reset to their factory defaults
 
-Note: if `hue_power_on_behavior` is set to `off`, then the only way to turn the bulb on will be through a paired smart device (see pairing above). You will NOT be able to turn the bulb on by sequentially switching power on and off.    
+Note: if `hue_power_on_behavior` is set to `off`, then the only way to turn the light strip on will be through a paired smart device (see pairing above). You will NOT be able to turn the light strip on by sequentially switching power on and off.    
 
 
 ## OTA updates
@@ -174,3 +164,4 @@ It's not possible to read (`/get`) this value.
 To write (`/set`) a value publish a message to topic `zigbee2mqtt/FRIENDLY_NAME/set` with payload `{"effect": NEW_VALUE}`.
 The possible values are: `blink`, `breathe`, `okay`, `channel_change`, `candle`, `fireplace`, `colorloop`, `finish_effect`, `stop_effect`, `stop_hue_effect`.
 
+Some effects will not work with older firmwares. The most current firmware supports the effects listed above. If an effect is not working, update the light strip to the latest firmware first and try again. Several OTA updates may be needed to get to the latest version.
