Smarthome SwitchLinc 12080I User Manual Download Page 3

CAUTION!!

Read and understand these instructions before installing.

This device is intended for installa-

tion 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

and possible damage to other equipment, do not install a SwitchLinc to control a receptacle or

fluorescent lighting fixture.  For indoor use only. Connect only copper or copper-clad wire to this

device. Before installing, disconnect power at circuit breaker or remove fuse to avoid shock or

damage to the control.  It is recommended that a qualified electrician perform this installation.

Retain these instructions for future reference.

Quick Start Instructions

DEFAULT

Setting the Transmitter’s 

1. Press and hold the Set Button for 3

A-1

Primary Address

seconds (the LED will begin blinking)

2. Send the desired address from any 

transmitter within 30 seconds

(see page 5 for more detailed instructions)

Factory Reset

1. Gently pull the Set Button out

to remove power for 5 seconds

2. Push and hold in the Set Button

Resets to

for 5 seconds, then release

default

3. When the LED Indicator comes on, 

settings

the SwitchLinc Transmitter is reset

(see page 6 for more detailed instructions)

Preparation

Before installing the SwitchLinc Transmitter, please take the necessary precautions
listed here:

•  Be sure that the fuse has been removed or the circuit breaker is turned off to the

circuit being controlled. Installing the SwitchLinc Transmitter with the power on
will expose you to dangerous voltages.

•  The Wiring Diagram on page 5 will help you to determine the wire colors of the

connections to the SwitchLinc Transmitter and Multi-Way Companion Switch.
Note: While the neutral connection is optional on the Multi-Way Companion
Switch, the SwitchLinc Transmitter requires a neutral connection.

•  Wiring for 3-way, 4-way, & up switch circuits follow conventional (standard, non-

remote) wiring practice (plus the requirement for a neutral).  Wiring the
SwitchLinc Multi-Way Companion Switch requires the Line (Black) wire be acces-
sible and be the same 110V leg of the house wiring.  The White wire on the
Multi-Way Companion Switch is connected to NEUTRAL ONLY.  If neutral is not
available, cap the White wire, which will simply causes the nightlight LED not to
function.

•  Installation should be performed only by a qualified electrician, or by a homeown-

er who is familiar and comfortable with electrical circuitry. If there are any ques-
tions, consult an electrician or contact Smarthome's Tech Support department
for guidance.

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Summary of Contents for SwitchLinc 12080I

Page 1: ...SwitchLinc Transmitter Remote Control Transmitter MANUAL For models 12080W SwitchLinc Transmitter in White 12080I SwitchLinc Transmitter in Ivory TM ...

Page 2: ...ality micro switches give the user tactile feedback when pressed no mushy feel All settings are held in non volatile memory no code wheels to set Illuminated Status LED Set Button Other SwitchLinc Models SwitchLinc 2 Way Dimmer 2380W I White or Ivory SwitchLinc 2 Way 1000 watt Dimmer 2381W I White or Ivory SwitchLinc 2 Way Relay with BoosterLinc 23883W I White or Ivory SwitchLinc 2 Way Timer Relay...

Page 3: ...e SwitchLinc Transmitter is reset see page 6 for more detailed instructions Preparation Before installing the SwitchLinc Transmitter please take the necessary precautions listed here Be sure that the fuse has been removed or the circuit breaker is turned off to the circuit being controlled Installing the SwitchLinc Transmitter with the power on will expose you to dangerous voltages The Wiring Diag...

Page 4: ...and Traveler wires 6 Orient SwitchLinc Transmitter so the LED is at the top and make connections according to the SwitchLinc Transmitter Wiring Diagram Wire Multi way Companion Switches if used according to the SwitchLinc Transmitter Multi Way Wiring Diagram 7 After all connections have been made ensure that all wire connectors are firmly attached and that there is no exposed copper except for the...

Page 5: ...Confirm that the address was accepted by manually activating the SwitchLinc transmitter and observing if the signal activated a receiver Tip If you have trouble communicating to the SwitchLinc there may be a lot of X10 activity on the powerline Unplug transmitters that send signals that might be intercepted by SwitchLinc during the programming sequences RF transceivers computer controllers and X10...

Page 6: ... and How To Improve Reliability Most homes in North America have two lines of 120 volts coming into the home from the utility company This split single phase electricity is divided out at the home s breaker box into the circuits that feed light switches plug in outlets and appliances Half of the electricity outlets and wall switches are fed by one of the 120 volt lines and the second 120 volt line...

Page 7: ...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 nois...

Page 8: ...an reduce the guesswork when installing a single switch and it is absolutely necessary when working with 3 way light ing circuits A voltmeter is ideal for this application Many of the digital models can also read current so you ll know how much power is being drawn by the switch s load A simpler measurement tool available at most home improvement centers is a voltage sensor This device often costi...

Page 9: ...nd Unit code An Address can be Unit codes 1 to 16 and House codes A P There are 256 total X10 addresses Examples of PLC Addresses are A 1 B 5 P 15 O 9 X10 Command The Command is action part of a PLC signal It tells the module what to do when it sees its address Examples of a command are ON OFF Bright DIM PREdim All Light ON and All Units OFF There are other rarely used commands but these are the m...

Page 10: ... s white wire there The receiver con trolled by SwitchLinc Transmitter turns on but not off by remote control The receiver s load is producing electrical noise that is interfer ing with reception of PLC signals Install a noise filter like Smarthome 4835 between the load and the SwitchLinc or increase the signal strength with an amplifier like BoosterLinc to overcome the line noise Troubleshooting ...

Page 11: ... J box Status indicator Green LED Brightness indicator 8 Green LEDs Dimensions Front Bracket Main Body Width 1 73 1 74 Height 4 14 2 71 Depth 1 73 1 40 Safety tested for use in the U S and Canada Invest in Better Home Automation Products Unlike most electric items many PLC based products haven t changed much over the years Our Marketing and Customer Service teams surveyed our cus tomers like you a...

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