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MET-13 

Metreau

®

 13-Button Keypad

Overview

The MET-13 Metreau 13 Button keypad (

FG5794-02

) offers 13 buttons (12 single-

width, and 1 double-width) and can be used as in individual keypad or in conjunction 

with the MET-6N and MET-7 Metreau keypads (FIG. 1). 

The MET-13 is an AxLink keypad, suitable for use in NetLinx Control Systems.

Specifications 

Installation

Bhnur Before touching the device, discharge the static electricity from your body by 

touching a grounded metal object.

FIG. 2 shows the basic rear components of the MET-13 keypads:     

AxLink Device Addressing

AxLink-enabled Metreau keypads use an 8-position mini-DIP switch to specify a unique 

device address for each keypad in a NetLinx Control System.

Note: Before touching the device, discharge the static electricity from your body by 

touching a grounded metal object.

1.

If connected, disconnect the power supply.

2.

Locate the 8-position mini-DIP switch on the rear panel. 

3.

Set the DIP switch according to the values shown in FIG. 3. 

The device number is set by the total value of DIP switch positions that are in the ON 

position. Note that the ON position is indicated on the DIP Switch. 

As an example, the DIP switch in FIG. 3 defines AxLink device number 129 

(1+128=129). 

If you later change the device number, remove and reconnect the power connector to 

enter the new device number into memory. 

Wiring

Preparing captive wires

Caution: 

Do not connect power to the Metreau keypad until the wiring is complete.

Caution: If using power from AxLink, disconnect the wiring from the control system 

before wiring the Metreau keypads.

You will need a wire stripper, and flat-blade screwdriver to prepare and connect the 

captive wires.
1.

Strip 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) of wire insulation off all wires.

2.

Insert each wire into the appropriate opening on the connector according to the 

wiring diagrams and connector types described in this section.

3.

Turn the flat-head screws clockwise to secure the wires in the connector. 

Note: Do not over-torque the screws; doing so can bend the seating pins and damage the 

connector.

Wiring guidelines

Metreau keypads require 12 VDC power to operate properly. The necessary power is 

supplied via the AxLink or SWT cable. The maximum wiring distance is determined by 

power consumption, supplied voltage, and the wire gauge used for the cable. The 

following table lists wire sizes and the maximum lengths allowable based on the 

maximum power consumption rating of 170 mA.         

FIG. 1

MET-13 METREAU 13-BUTTON KEYPAD

MET-13 SPECIFICATIONS

Power:

12 VDC, 30 mA 

Front Panel 

Components:

Pushbuttons - 13 tactile pushbuttons with blue LED indicators that 

illuminate when pressed to confirm the source/function was 

selected and that it is currently being used (12 single-width, 1 

double-width). These pre-printed buttons are field-replaceable.

The bottom button functions as 2 buttons - there are 2 positions 

(left and right) that allow the user to control channels (up/down).

Rear Panel 

Components:

• DIP switch - 8-position mini DIP switch used to set the device 

address for the keypad on the AxLink Bus (1-255).

• AxLink connector - 4-pin 3.5mm Phoenix connector for AxLink 

connection to the NetLinx Master.

Dimensions 

(HWD):

• Keypad and Mounting Plate: 4.055" x 1.772" x 0.818"

(103mm x 45mm x 207mm)

• Mounts into standard decora-style wall plates.

Weight:

2.4 oz. (68.04 g)

Operating 

Environment:

• Operating Temperature: 32° - 104° F (0°- 40° C).

• Relative Humidity: 5% - 85%, non-condensing.

• Intended for indoor use only.

Certifications:

• FCC Class B

• CE

• IEC60950

• RoHS

Colors:

• White (FG5794-02-WH)

• Black (FG5794-02-BL)

• Light Almond (FG5794-02-LA)

Optional 

Accessories:

• Single Button Kit (FG5794-10)

• Double Button Kit (FG5794-11)

• Lutron Cairo Wallplates (available in a variety of sizes and colors)

13 pre-printed pushbuttons

(with blue LED indicators)

2-position button

FIG. 2

MET-13 - REAR COMPONENTS

FIG. 3

8-POSITION MINI-DIP SWITCH

AXLINK WIRING GUIDELINES AT 170 

MA

AxLink connector
(from NetLinx Controller)

Device Address

DIP Switch

Circuit Board

Mounting Plate

Switch

Value

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

1

2

4

8

16 32 64 128

Example
(129)

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