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window. The sensor must be installed in the space where the receiving lighting
controller is operating the light fixtures. See the sections on light level test and
range confirmation* to aid in optimal placement. * -(requires F series Echoflex
controller)
The sensor can be mounted using screws (not supplied) through the back plate
or using double-sided tape or Velcro™ (not supplied).
Linking a Sensor to a Lighting Controller or Receiver
This process requires the controller or receiver to be mounted and powered and
within range of the sensor to be linked.
1. Activate LEARN or LINK mode at the receiver, if necessary refer to the
manufacturers documentation.
2. Tap the sensors TEACH button.
3. Deactivate LEARN mode at the receiver.
Selecting the Light Range on the TAP sensor
1. Using a fingernail or small flat head screwdriver, pop the rear mounting
plate off the sensor to reveal the range slide switch.
2. Slide the switch to the range setting required, 512 lux (50 foot-candles) or
1024 lux (100 foot-candles). The factory default is 512 lux.
3. Press the rear mounting plate back into position.
Installing or Replacing the Start Assist Battery
The battery is not required for normal operation. The battery may be useful
for installation purposes (when using the Range Confirmation test and Daylight
Harvesting test mode, which depletes the energy stores of the TAP quickly.)
1. Using a fingernail or small fl at head screwdriver, pop the rear mounting
plate off the sensor.
2. To remove old battery: Using a small flat head screwdriver or pen as a lever,
insert pointed end under the battery’s edge and pop out of the holder.
3. Install or replace the battery in the clip with a new CR2032 coin cell battery
insuring the battery edge is under the retaining clip and positive side (+) is
facing up.
4. Press on the rear mounting plate until it snaps back into position.
Test Operating Modes
The following tests can be selected when in test mode.
1. Light level test
2. Range confirmation test
3. Daylight harvesting test mode
Light Level Test:
This test provides visual feedback of the
immediate energy produced by the solar panels.
Teach Button
