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UPB Dual Output, Universal Dimming Transceiver Base 
Model US22-40 

 
Provides two ON/OFF, dimming and Timed OFF outputs for: 

 

Incandescent lighting 

Simply Automated, Incorporated 

6108 Avenida Encinas, Suite B, Carlsbad, CA  92011 USA 

Technical Support:  

www.simply-automated.com

 or 

800-630-9234

 

  452-0022-0101 Rev. A    Revised: November 22, 2008 

 

Magnetic low-voltage lighting 

 

Halogen lighting

 

 

IMPORTANT! 

Read This Before Installing! 

 

 

This incandescent dimmer 

cannot be used to dim 

FLUORESCENT, ELECTRONIC LOW-VOLTAGE or METAL HALIDE 
lighting

, unless specifically allowed by the lighting manufacturer.  

Please see instructions

 to configure this product for ON/OFF 

operation (dimming disabled) with these types of lighting. 

 

DO NOT WIRE HOT!

  Permanent damage may result.  Improper 

installation voids the warranty.

 

Model US22-40 shown with 
actuator faceplate (sold 
separately) 

FUNCTION 

The SimplyBrilliant™ UPB Dual 
Output, Universal Dimming 
Transceiver Base, model US22-40, 
provides two direct load controls and 
remote control of permanently-
installed new or existing lighting fixtures, lamps and other electrical devices 
connected to UPB devices.  Incandescent lamps can be turned ON or OFF, 
and can also be dimmed and brightened.  The US22 can be configured to 
turn other types of non-dimmable loads ON and OFF.  The timer function 
can be preset and automatically turn OFF loads, like bathroom lights, fans 
or heat lamps.  Actuator faceplates, model ZSXX series, available in rocker 
and pushbutton styles, are interchangeable on the US22 base.  The US22 
can be configured to control two loads of up to 600W each (see table 1) and 
provide scene control.  Load control can be configured to any rocker or 
button on the various actuator faceplates.  All switch actuators may act as 
transmitters of UPB lighting scene-links, communicating with other UPB 
devices - individually or collectively. 
 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 

When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should always be 
followed, including the following: 

1. 

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 

2. 

Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician. 

3. 

Keep away from water.  If product comes into contact with water or 
other liquid, disconnect immediately. 

4. 

Never use products that have been dropped or damaged. 

5. 

Do not use this product outdoors. 

6. 

Do not use this product for other than its intended use. 

7. 

Do not connect multiple lamps that, when combined, exceed the 
maximum load rating of the product, de-rated for multi-gang boxes. 

8. 

Do not install in areas that can exceed 120°F (e.g., in an attic). 

9. 

To avoid the risk of overheating and possible damage to other 
equipment, do not use this product to control a receptacle.  

10.  Do not cover the product with any material when in use. 
11.  SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 

INSTALLATION 

The SimplyBrilliant™ UPB Dual Output, Universal Dimming Transceiver 
Base (US22-40) is designed to be installed in a junction box that is wired to 
a readily accessible over-current protection device in the building wiring per 
NEC and CEC electrical codes.   
 

CAUTION:  

The default switch configuration operates as a dimmer for 

incandescent lamps.  It will also dim magnetic low-voltage and halogen 
lamps.  To control fluorescent, electronic low-voltage or metal halide 
lamps, or motor-operated appliances, transformer-supplied appliances 
or fans, the switch must be reconfigured for ON/OFF operation 
(dimming disabled) prior to use.  Refer to the section on Configuration. 

 

CAUTION:

  DO NOT WIRE THIS DEVICE WITH POWER 

CONNECTED.  Injury or permanent damage to the device may 
result.  Improper installation voids the product warranty. 

 

1.  Locate the existing wall switch for the lighting to be controlled.  

Note that the lamp rating (or the combined rating of all 
connected lamps) must not exceed what is shown in the de-
rating table below. 

Number of Dimmers in J-box

 

Table 1

:  *Ganging 

Derating

 

1

 

2

 

3+

 

1

 

800W

 

--

 

--

 

2

 

1000W

 

700W

 

--

 

Number 
of J-box 

Gangs

 

3+

 

1200W

 

900W

 

700W

 

  *Total watts – both channels; not to exceed 600W per channel. 

 

2.  Disconnect power at the circuit breaker. 

3.  Remove the existing wall switch hardware.  Disconnect the 

wires to the switch. 

4.  Using a wire nut, connect all white (Neutral) wires together 

including white wire of US22. 

5.  Using wire nuts, connect the US22’s BROWN channel 1 

(output load) wire to the black wire of the first device load and 
RED channel 2 (load output) wire to the black wire of second 
device load to be controlled.  DO NOT CONNECT BOTH 
BROWN AND RED LOAD WIRES TOGETHER; ONE 
CHANNEL MAY OVERLOAD.   

6.  IF THIS IS TO BE A 3- OR MORE-WAY INSTALLATION, use 

a wire nut to connect the brown/white “REMOTE 1” wire or 
red/white “REMOTE 2” wire if there is a second 3-way switch 
traveler.  Refer to the wiring diagrams on pages 3 and 4. 

7.  Using a wire nut, connect the black (Line) wire of the US22-40 

switch to the black (Line) power wire. 

8.  Mount the switch inside the J-box using captive screws.  DO 

NOT OVER TIGHTEN THE SCREWS.  

9.  Reconnect power at the circuit breaker. 

CONFIGURATION 

Configuration requires UPB setup/configuration software and a model UMC 
Computer Interface Module.  Before using UPStart configuration software, 
be sure to download the latest version from the Simply Automated website.  
First time users should also download and follow the Quick Start Guide and 
use the Installation Wizard available in UPStart to save time. 
 
The US22-40 default settings are preconfigured for a ZS24 (quad rocker) 
faceplate.  The default settings ensure that both loads will operate locally 
with most faceplate.  To utilize essential functions, the UPB settings should 
be configured by the installer for the specific faceplate.  Any rocker or button 
can be configured to control the local load (Link #241 channel 1, Link #242 
channel 2).  When using UPStart, this is done by selecting the faceplate 
“device type” when adding the device to the network.

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