If the existing fixture uses a remote module you ll likely find that either the black or red wire from the 12 3 cable is simply capped off.
Replace wall light switch with remote control.
After successfully learning codes with 433mhz rf remote the push button wall switch can be turned on off indoors.
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In the ceiling box you ll likely find the 12 3 cable from the switch box.
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If you want to control the fan with a wall fan control you can install that in place of the fan toggle switch.
1 flip off the circuit breaker controlling the wall switch in the room.
You can wire a new ceiling fan with a remote to a wall switch or retrofit an older fan to accept an aftermarket remote kit.
Slide the excess wire back into the wall as well.
Quickly press the pairing button twice or press the pairing button for 2 3 seconds on 433mhz device the indicator light flashes.