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Using Occupancy Emulation/Vacation Mode
The Repeater monitors all adorne Wireless Lighting network traffic, and records a seven-day “loop” of
network events. When activated, it “replays” the recorded loop, providing a highly realistic emulation of
occupancy – a great security feature when homeowners are away.
Users can activate occupancy emulation in two ways:
• Press the “away” button on the Repeater
• Include a Repeater in a house scene
When the Repeater is included in a house scene, the user presses the relevant scene button to activate
emulation when leaving the premises. The system begins occupancy emulation after a one-minute interval
Upon an occupant’s return, as soon as a user presses any device, the Repeater stops playback and starts
updating its loop for the next occasion.
DESIGNING A SYSTEM
OPERATING THE SYSTEM
Designing an adorne Wireless Lighting System
Designing an adorne Wireless Lighting system involves significant advance planning, particularly in
identifying what the residents want from their lighting on a daily, weekly, and occasional basis as well
as at different times of the day.
The basic steps involved in designing an adorne Wireless Lighting project include:
1. Determining the project scope
Projects can range from controlling a few lights to controlling all interior and exterior lighting,
selected appliances, and interfacing to other home automation systems.
2. Determining the type of all lighting loads
Determine the type (incandescent, fluorescent, low voltage, CFL, LED, etc.) of all lighting loads to be
controlled and the location of all control devices. Also determine whether a neutral is present, as all
adorne Wireless Lighting devices (except incandescent dimmers) require a neutral.
3. Determining and specifying the devices needed to provide the desired level
of control
• Power devices (i.e., dimmers, switches, and plug-in modules) are required for every load on the
wireless network.
• Control devices (i.e., remote controls) provide additional control points or scene control capability.
• Interface accessories (i.e., RS232 Network Controller or Scene Interface) enable integration with
home automation systems (i.e., alarm systems, time clocks).
• Repeaters are for installations requiring greater RF range or where occupancy emulation is desired.
• Plug-in appliance and lamp modules allow coordinated control of lamps and appliances.
Don’t Forget the Plug-in Modules!
• An application may require more than a designer initially anticipates.
• Over time, homeowners will find more uses for them (Christmas lights, coffee machines, TVs,
and more).
• Include at least one extra Plug-in Lamp Module and one extra Plug-in Appliance Module in
any bill of materials.
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