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Wireless Switch 

Installation and 

User Guide

Supported Models and Fixtures

This installation and user guide covers these switch models:

LSZ-101-W      Wireless Switch (802.15.4)
LSZ-101-B       Wireless Switch (802.15.4)
LSZ-101-A       Wireless Switch (802.15.4)

This switch can operate independently or as a device you can control with your 
Control4

®

 system. The switch installs in a standard wall box using typical wiring 

standards and it communicates to the Control4 system using a wireless 
connection. The switch supports:

120 Volt incandescent (all types)

120 Volt halogen (all types)

120 Volt magnetic low voltage (all types with 70 percent or greater load factor)

Installation Instructions

1  

Ensure that the location and intended use meet the following criteria:

•   

Install in accordance with all national and local electrical codes.

•   

Wall box size required depends on your wiring. To calculate the total depth 
required, add 2.5 inches to the amount of space recommended in the NEC 
(National Electric Code) for your configuration.

•   

The range and performance of the wireless control system is highly 
dependent on the following:(1) Distance between devices; (2) Layout of the 
home; (3) Walls separating devices; and (4) Electrical equipment located 
near devices.

•   

If installing a dimmer in a multi-unit installation, DO NOT continue until you 
have read the “Multi-Unit Installations” section.

•   

DO NOT use where total wattage of the load is under 25 watts.

•   

DO NOT exceed maximum load rating of dimmer (which is 1000W for a 
single unit, if both side tabs are intact).

2  

To avoid injury or death, turn OFF local electrical 
power. To turn off the power, either switch off the 
circuit breaker or remove the fuse from fuse box. To 
ensure the wires do NOT have power running to them, 
use an inductive voltage detector.

3  

Use screwdriver to remove 
wall plate and existing 
switch from wall. 

4  

Detach existing switch or dimmer.

The existing switch or dimmer is wired in one of three ways: 
terminal screws, backwire, or wire nuts.

 

5  

Identify the wires in your 
wall box. Straighten the 
wire ends. With a wire 
cutter, cut off the bare 
wire just below the  
insulation on all wires. 
Use a wire stripper to strip 
off the installation leaving 
about 3/8-inch of bare 
wire (as shown). 

6  

Connect the switch wires to the wall box 
wires using wire nuts. Wall box wires can 
differ depending upon how the box was 
wired by your electrician and where the 
power source comes from—either the 
light fixture or the wall box. Refer to the 
“Sample Wiring Configurations” section.

7  

Fit wires back into the wall box. 
Bend the wires in a zigzag pattern so 
that they easily fold into the wall box.

8  

If you are using a Decora-style 
screw-on wall plate:

a.

Remove the switch’s black 
plastic sub-plate (located 
directly behind the screws) and 
store it for future use (in case 
you later change wall plates).

b.

Align the dimmer to the wall 
box and fasten with screws.

c.

Fasten the wall plate to the 
dimmer with screws.

9  

If you are using the 
Control4 snap-on wall 
plate that shipped with 
your switch:

a.

Align the switch to the 
wall box and fasten it 
with screws 

b.

Snap the wall plate 
onto the dimmer.

10 

Turn ON power at the circuit breaker or 

replace fuse from fuse box.

11 

Test the switch to see if it is working properly. 

See “Operation and Configuration” for specific 
instructions.

Troubleshooting

If light does not turn on:

Ensure light bulb is not burned out.

Ensure light bulb is screwed in tightly.

Ensure circuit breaker is not turned OFF or tripped.

Check for proper wiring (see the “Sample Wiring Configurations” section).

Limited 1-Year Warranty

This device has a limited one (1) year warranty on parts from the date of 
purchase. Control4 will replace or repair any defective unit. Return unit to the 
place of purchase for replacement. For any damages incurred, the warranty will 
never exceed the purchase price of the device. This warranty does not cover 
installation, removal, or reinstallation cost. The warranty is not valid in cases 
where damage incurred due to misuse, abuse, incorrect repair, or improper 
wiring or installation. It does not cover incidental or consequential damage. 
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you might also be entitled to 
other rights that vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations on 
how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or 
conseqential damages. In these cases, the above mentioned limitations might 
not apply to you. For complete warranty information, see www.Control4.com.To 
automatically receive notification of upgrades, return the enclosed registration 
card or register online at www.Control4.com.

Multi-Unit Installations

Multi-unit installations allow you to install one stand-alone switch next to 
another in the same wall box. 

Remove Inner-Side Breakaway Tabs

When doing a multi-unit installation, you must r

emove ONLY the breakaway 

tabs on the one switch side that will be adjacent to another switch side 
(otherwise the tabs on the 2 sides will collide). 

DO NOT remove tabs on 

any side that will become the outer side of a group of switches. Use pliers to 
bend a tab back and forth until it comes off.

 

Resulting Capacity Depends on Side Tab Status

With both sides’ breakaway tabs intact, the capacity is 1000W maximum. 

If you remove 1 side’s tabs, the capacity is reduced to 800W maximum. 

If you remove 2 sides’ tabs, the capacity is reduced to 600W maximum.

FCC and UL Information

FCC ID: R33LSZ1011

 

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfence, and 
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference 
that may cause undesired operation.

UL Control number: xxxx

Control4 Technical Support

For help on the installation or operation of this product, email or call the 
Control4 Technical Support Center. Please provide your exact model number. 
Contact [email protected] or see the web site www.control4.com.

United States Patents Pending.
Made and printed in the United States. 
© 2004 Control4 Technologies.

Control4 and Control4 logo are registered trademarks of Control4 Corporation. 
All of trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Part Number: 21-0020 Rev A Draft 13

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, turn all power 
OFF before installing this product. Using this product in a 
manner other than outlined in this document voids your 
warranty. Further, Control4 is NOT liable for any damage 
incurred with the misuse of this product. See “Limited 1-
Year Warranty”. This product generates heat. The room 
must have adequate ventilation or heat dissipation ability. 

WARNING!

As with any electrical device, improper use or installation 
can cause SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH. It is important 
that you understand the particular wiring configuration of 
your installation. 
(Refer to the Wiring Configurations section of this 
document. Note: These are not the only wiring scenarios 
you may encounter.) If you are not sure which wires are 
the Hot, Neutral, or Load wires, have a trained electrician 
do the installation.

Terminal Screws:

Use a screwdriver to 
unscrew the screws 
to release the wire.

Backwire:

Insert screwdriver in 
Wire Release slot and 
pull out wire. If this does 
not work, use a wire 
cutter to cut the wire.

Wire Nuts: 

Turn to remove 
wire nuts from 
existing wiring.

IMPORTANT:

The National Electric Code (NEC) requires 6 inches of 
extended wire from the wall box. If your wiring does not 
meet this requirement, you will not meet code. Do NOT 
cut wire shorter than 6 inches.

IMPORTANT:

When installing this product in a commercial 
application or metal wall box, you might need to 
ground it to the wall box.

OR

OR

CAUTION!

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 
Control4 could void the user’s authority to operate the 
equipment.

CAUTION!

To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage to 
other equipment, Do Not Install to control an Outlet 
Receptacle, a Motor-Operated Appliance, a Fluorescent 
Lighting Fixture, or a Transformer-Supplied Appliance.

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