lights dim to on?

[eppo]

i have a 3pole switch, that for some reason, when you turn the light on, it starts out dim and finally gets to full brightness. what would cause this to happen?

[dave w]

If the "dim-up" takes about 2 seconds, it's normal. Called "SoftStart" by X10, it is designed to extend bulb life.  The switch will dim down to OFF also.

[Brian H]

http://kbase.x10.com/wiki/Newer_Wall_Switches_and_Preset_Dim