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Fixture Relay Module 

Model UFR 

Simply Automated, Incorporated 

5825 Avenida Encinas, Suite 101, Carlsbad, CA  92008 USA 

Technical Support:  

www.simply-automated.com

 or 

800-630-9234

 

  452-0019-0101 Rev. A    Revised: January 5, 2006 

 

 

FUNCTION 

The Fixture Relay Module, model UFR, turns 120VAC appliances or 
lighting ON and OFF based on digital commands received over the power 
wiring from a remote UPB (Universal Powerline Bus) controller.  UPB 
controllers and modules can be freely located anywhere in the home.  No 
additional wiring is required and no radio frequency signals are used for 
communication. 

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, unplug 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 or appliances that, when combined, 
exceed the maximum load ratings of the product. 

8. 

To avoid risk of fire, burns, personal injury and electric shock, install 
this product out of reach of small children.  

9. 

Do not cover the product with any flammable material when in use. 

10.  SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 

INSTALLATION 

The Fixture Relay Module is designed for indoor use with devices that are 
permanently wired into the home electrical system.  To install the UFR 
module: 

1. 

Locate the device to be controlled.  Note that the device power rating 
must not exceed 12 amps. 

2. 

Disconnect power at the circuit breaker. 

3. 

Remove any existing ceiling or wall fixture hardware for the device.  
Disconnect the black wire that supplies power to the device. 

4. 

Using a wire nut, connect the black (Line) wire of the fixture module 
to the black (Line) power wire. 

5. 

Using a wire nut, connect the brown (load output) wire of the fixture 
module to the black wire from the device to be controlled. 

6. 

If the application requires a remote wall switch to activate/deactivate 
the fixture module, connect the brown/white wire from the fixture 
module to the traveler wire that extends to a model USR Dedicated 
Remote Switch.  Refer to the wiring diagram for details. 

7. 

If a remote wall switch is not used, cap off the unused brown/white 
wire at the fixture module to prevent shorting. 

8. 

Using a large wire nut, connect the white (Neutral) wire of the fixture 
module to the white (Neutral) power wire and the white wire from the 
lighting fixture.  If a remote USR wall switch is used, this connection 
can also be used to supply a neutral to the USR switch.  Refer to the 
wiring diagram for details. 

9. 

Refer to instructions on CONFUGRATION and OPERATION prior to 
placing the fixture module in its final location, as it may be necessary 
to have access to the Program Switch in order to add the module to 
the UPB network and test its operation.  Temporarily restore power 
in order to perform these functions.  Disconnect power again when 
finished. Or, if a USR Remote Switch is part of the installation, simply 
tap the USR 5 times to put the UFD into Program Mode. 

10.  Once proper operation is established, fit the module into the outlet 

box or otherwise secure it using screws or wire ties.  Reinstall fixture 
hardware as needed. 

CONFIGURATION 

1. 

To configure the UFR and assign it to one or more controllers, 

please refer to instructions for the controller

2. 

When configuring a UPB system, it may be necessary to place the 
UFR in SETUP mode.  To do this, press the Program Switch five (or 
the USR rocker) times rapidly using a non-metallic toothpick.  The 
indicator will continuously blink GREEN when the unit is in SETUP 
mode.  To exit SETUP mode, press the Program Switch once or wait 
five minutes. 

CAUTION:

  Do not insert metal objects into the module while 

it is connected to power. 

OPERATION 

The Fixture Relay Module operates according to commands sent by a 
controller.  The indicator on the module will glow RED when the controlled 
device is OFF and GREEN when the device is ON. 

UPB FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS 

To restore the following default settings, place the UFR in SETUP mode 
and then press the Program Switch ten times.  Press the switch twice 
again to exit this mode. 

 

Network Name

 “Network 1” 

Room Name 

 

“New Room Name” 

Device Name 

 “New 

UFR” 

Unit ID

   7 

Network ID

  

255 

Network Password

 1234 

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