Smarthome 12063W Quick Referenc Manual - page 8
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Integrated Dimmer’s Advanced Primary Address Programming
The Integrated Dimmer’s Ramp-Rate and Default On-Level can be
remotely set using an X10 Maxi-Controller (Smarthome #4020) or
an equivalent transmitter capable of sending Housecode and Unit
Code without ON or OFF. These procedures and all the following
ones will not work with a transmitter that sends the X10 address
with a command. Transmitters in which one button is pressed to
turn on or off a load will not work.
Remotely Setting the Ramp Rate (Optional)
1. Transmit the “clear” sequence:
2. Send the house/unit code for the integrated dimmer followed by the PRESET
DIM from the table below. (Alternatively, send BRIGHT or DIM signals to
change the light's brightness to a comparable level.)
3.Send the following command sequence to lock-in the new ramp rate
The light(s) will blink indicating that it has set the new ramp rate.
Remotely setting the Default On-Level (Optional)
This is the alternative method of adjusting the integrated dimmer’s default on-level.
1. Transmit the “clear” sequence:
2. Send the house/unit code for the lamp module and adjust the dim level or send
preset dim level.
3. Send the following command sequence to lock-in the new on-level.
The light(s) will blink indicating that it has set the new on-level.
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Preset
Dim
Level
100%
97%
94%
90%
87%
84%
81%
77%
74%
71%
68%
Ramp
Rate in
Seconds
0.1
0.2
0.3
0.5
2.0
4.5
6.5
8.5
19.0
21.5
23.5
Preset
Dim
Level
65%
61%
58%
55%
52%
48%
45%
42%
39%
35%
32%
Ramp
Rate in
Seconds
26.0
28.0
30.0
32.0
34.0
38.5
43.0
47.0
60.0
90.0
120.0
Preset
Dim
Level
29%
26%
23%
19%
16%
13%
10%
6%
3%
0%
Ramp
Rate in
Seconds
150.0
180.0
210.0
240.0
270.0
300.0
360.0
420.0
480.0
540.0
O16
P16
N16
M16
O16
P16
N16
M16
O16
M16
Tip:
Whenever
the CLEAR
sequence is
sent, you will
have 4 minutes
to make your
adjustments.
O16
N16
M16
P16
M16
O16
N16
M16
P16
M16
#4020 Maxi-
Controller
Smarthome’s BoosterLinc™ can solve localized problems
SignaLinc Repeater is ideal for improving the home
automation signal strength throughout all the
outlets in a home. But, as the PLC signals travel
down a circuit and away from the repeater, it will
weaken by the same factors listed above.
Additionally, the signal will get weaker as it passes
installed PLC transmitters. Each PLC transmitter
contains a tuned circuit that when it's not sending
signals it's absorbing them! In addition to plug-in
transmitters, LampLinc™ 2-Way, SwitchLincs™ 2-
Ways, ToggleLinc™ 2-Ways, ApplianceLinc™ 2-Ways,
KeypadLincs™, or any module with 2-way abilities
will load down the available signal. With so many
transmitters installed, the signal is loaded down to
a point where some modules will be unable to receive a signal. Installing a multiple
2-way devices on one branch circuit may necessitate the use of local amplifier like
Smarthome's BoosterLinc.
#4827 BoosterLinc
Plug-IIn Amplifier
Once the signal has been amplified, it’s time to preserve it. Since PLC signals go
everywhere in the home, some electrical devices will have more of an effect on the
signal strength than other devices. PLC signals are like water pressure in pipes, it
actually goes everywhere it can, not just to the receiving module. In the last 20
years, an explosion of electrical devices has invaded our homes. Computers, video
gear, and fancy high-end electronics are more present than in years past. The
more complicated the electrical power supply is in a device, the more likely it is to
absorb PLC signals. Engineers who design power supplies build in traps to filter out
and kill electrical noise. Unfortunately, the PLC signals looks like electrical noise to
these devices. The result is that a large percent of the transmitted signal is lost to
these devices leaving less for the receivers. The most common sources of signal
loss are:
• Televisions
• Computer systems
• Audio/Video gear • Computer UPS's and power strips
• Power supplies for laptops and cell phones
Testing for the problem is simple. If a device is suspected of
causing signal absorption, unplug the device and then re-
transmit the signal. It is very important that the device is
unplugged and not just turned off! If the controlled product
begins working after the appliance is unplugged, then a filter will
be needed on that device to keep PLC signals from being
absorbed and raise the signal strength of the entire home.
Smarthome has many filters that will fix the problem. An
average home will need between three and five filters. If you
are in the business of installing automation systems and not in
the ‘call-back’ business, include some of these in your bid as
part of the standard package.
The number of PLC transmitters installed in a home will have an effect on the
signal strength. Each transmitter contains a tuned circuit that when it’s not
sending signals it’s absorbing them! Generally, the closer the absorbing transmitter
is electrically to the sending transmitter, the more effect it will have on the other’s
signal strength. In addition to plug-in transmitters, LampLinc 2-Way, SwitchLincs 2-
Ways, ToggleLinc 2-Ways, ApplianceLinc 2-Ways, KeypadLincs, or any module with
2-way abilities will load down the available signal. Installing a great number of
these will necessitate the use of amplifiers and filters.
#1626 FilterLinc
Plug-IIn Filter