Smarthome 2380I User manual

Manual is about: 2380W SwitchLinc 2-Way 600-Watt in White 2380I SwitchLinc 2-Way 600-Watt in Ivory 2381W SwitchLinc 2-Way 1000-Watt in White 2381I SwitchLinc 2-Way 1000-Watt in Ivory

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    Switchlinc 2-way remote control dimmer and transmitter manual for models: 2380w switchlinc 2-way 600-watt in white 2380i switchlinc 2-way 600-watt in ivory 2381w switchlinc 2-way 1000-watt in white 2381i switchlinc 2-way 1000-watt in ivory tm 2380_web(aug04).Qxd 8/5/2004 1:58 pm page 1.

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    Congratulations! You’ve just purchased the highest quality powerline-controllable wall dimmer available. Switchlinc tm 2-way dimmer is the world’s first two-way powerline remote control dimmer switch. It gives you remote control of lighting and inductive loads. It is also a transmitter, so it can be...

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    Caution!! Read and understand these instructions before installing. This device is intended for installation in accordance with the national electric code and local regulations in the united states, or the canadian electrical code and local regulations in canada. To reduce the risk of overheating an...

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    Preparation before installing switchlinc, please familiarize yourself with the following and take the nec- essary precautions listed here: • be sure that the fuse has been removed or the circuit breaker is turned off to the cir- cuit being controlled. Installing switchlinc with the power on will exp...

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    Step-by-step instructions 1. Disconnect the power for the existing switches at the circuit breaker or fuse panel. Verify that the power has been removed by trying to turn on the lights controlled by the switches. 2. Remove the trim plate from the existing switches. 3. Unscrew and pull the existing s...

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    Setting the primary address each switchlinc requires a primary address to operate. It ships from the factory with “a1” as the default address; it will also have this address after performing a factory reset. Any of the 256 plc/x10 addresses can be programmed. The switchlinc does not use code wheels ...

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    Advanced primary address programming the switchlinc’s fade-on and preset on-level can be remotely set using a maxi- controller (smarthome #4020) or an equivalent transmitter capable of sending housecode and unit code without on or off. These procedures will not work with a transmitter that sends bot...

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    Scene address programming (continued) switchlinc 2-way is compatible with these other scene-enabled smarthome products: • togglelinc tm 2-way and plus dimmers • switchlinc rx plus dimmers • lamplinc tm 2-way & plus modules • switchlinc timer • appliancelinc tm 2-way modules • switchlinc relay 2-way ...

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    Removing the switchlinc from a scene: 1. Transmit the “clear” sequence: 2. Using an plc controller, send the primary address of the switchlinc plus an on or off or press either the on or off button on the switchlinc. 3. Send the following command sequence: 4. Transmit the scene address (house and un...

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    Disable programming once the switchlinc is set up, it can be programmed to lockout any changes. Any changes made at the unit or remotely will be ignored. Please note that all switchlinc, lamplinc, and keypadlinc modules that are plugged in or electrically active will receive these commands and also ...

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    11 smarthome’s boosterlinc ™ can solve localized problems signalinc repeater is ideal for improving the home automation signal strength throughout all the out- lets 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. A...

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    Helpful tools if you’re investing in home automation, there are a few tools that will make your projects run smoother: maxi-controller this plug-in transmitter has the ability to send individual plc commands. The but- tons are separated into addresses and command functions. To use this controller, y...

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    4. Install a whole-house surge suppressor. Adding a good whole-house surge protector at the breaker will help protect against costly damage to the plc components and other delicate electri- cal equipment. 5. Install a plc phase coupler (signal bridge) or coupler-repeater (amplifier) at the incoming ...

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    14 troubleshooting & technical support possible cause switchlinc was triggered by a scene. Primary address fade-on rate may be set too slow. Switchlinc may be in program disable mode. Switchlinc may not be “activated” (has not been manipulated within the last 4 minutes). Switchlinc may be in disable...

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    Specifications • load types: permanently installed incandescent and inductive loads • operation: dimming triac (12-amp rated) • maximum load: (2380) 600 watts / (2381) 1,000 watts • input power: 120 vac, 60 hz • connections (16 awg): black (to line), red (to load), white (to neutral, required) yello...

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    About switchlinc dimmer’s certification switchlinc has been thoroughly tested by its etl semko, a nationally recognized independent third-party testing labora- tory. Products bearing north american etl listed mark sig- nifies that the product has been tested to and has met the requirements of a wide...