Auxiliary Keypad
Installation Guide
Supported model
C4-KA Auxiliary Keypad
Introduction
The Control4® Auxiliary Keypad is intended for use in a Control4 system. It
installs in a standard wall box and connects and communicates with a compatible
Control4 dimmer or switch using the traveler wire.
Box contents
• Auxiliary
Keypad
• Wire
nuts
• Warranty
card
•
Auxiliary Keypad Installation Guide
(this document)
Compatible devices
The Auxiliary Keypad can connect to and control the following Control4 devices:
• C4-APD120 Adaptive Phase Dimmer
• C4-APD240 Adaptive Phase Dimmer
• C4-APD277 Adaptive Phase Dimmer
• C4-FPD120 Forward Phase Dimmer
• C4-KD120 Keypad Dimmer
• C4-KD240 Keypad Dimmer
• C4-KD277 Keypad Dimmer
• C4-SW120277
Switch
• C4-SW240
Switch
• C4-TV120277 0-10V Dimmer
• C4-TV240 0-10V Dimmer
• C4-4SF120 Fan Speed Controller
Specifications
Model number
C4-KA-xx
Power requirements
120/240/277V AC +/-10% 50/60 Hz
Environmental
Operational temperature
0 to 40 ˚C (32 to 104 ˚F)
Humidity
5% to 95% non-condensing
Storage
-20 to 70˚C (-4 to 158 ˚F)
Miscellaneous
Wall box volume
77.84 ml (4.75 cubic inches)
Weight
0.03 kg (0.07 lb.)
Shipping weight
0.05 kg (0.12 lb.)
Maximum supported keypads per
load control device
10
Warnings and considerations
Warning!
Turn OFF electrical power before installing or servicing this
product. Improper use or installation can cause SERIOUS INJURY,
DEATH or LOSS/DAMAGE OF PROPERTY.
Attention !
Coupez l’alimentation électrique avant d’installer ou de
réparer ce produit. Une mauvaise installation ou utilisation peut
entraîner des blessures graves, décès ou perte / dommages à la
propriété.
Warning!
This device must be protected by a circuit breaker (20A max).
Attention !
Cet appareil doit être protégé par un disjoncteur (20A max.)
Warning!
Ground this device in accordance with the National Electric
Code (NEC) requirements. DO NOT rely solely upon the yoke plate’s
contact with a metal wall box for adequate grounding. Use the device’s
ground wire to make a secure connection to the safety ground of the
electrical system.
Attention !
Cet appareil doit être en conformité avec le Code national
de l’électricité (NEC). Ne comptez pas uniquement au contact de la
plaque avant avec un boîtier mural métallique pour la mise à la terre
adéquate. Utilisez cet appareil à la terre de l’appareil pour établir une
connexion sécurisée au système électrique.
Important!
This device must be installed by a licensed electrician in
accordance with all national and local electrical codes.
Important!
If you are unsure about any part of these instructions,
consult a qualified electrician.
important!
Use this device only with copper or copper-clad wire. Do not
use aluminum wiring. This product has not been approved for use with
aluminum wiring.
Important!
Install in accordance with all applicable national and local
electrical codes.
Important!
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
“Troubleshooting.”
Important!
Do NOT use a power screwdriver to install this device. If you
do, you may overtighten the screws and strip them. Also, overtightening
the screws may interfere with proper button operation.
Important!
This is an electronic device with intricate components.
Handle and install with care!
Important!
The total length of wire connecting all Auxiliary Keypads
to the switch or dimmer must not exceed 45 m (150 ft.) at 120V AC or
30 m (100 ft.) at 240/277V AC.
Installing the keypad
1
Turn off the local electrical power by either switching off the circuit breaker
or removing the fuse from the fuse box. To ensure the wires do
not
have
power running to them, use an inductive voltage detector.
Note:
For wiring diagrams, refer to the Control4 switch or dimmer’s
installation guide. The wall box wiring shown in this document is an
example. Your wire colors and functions may differ. If you are not sure
which wires are the line in/hot, neutral, and earth ground wires, have a
licensed electrician do the installation.
2
Prepare each wire. Wire insulation should be stripped back 5/8 of an inch
(16 mm) from the wire end (see Figure 1).
Figure 1: Strip wire insulation
Important!
Not grounding this product, as described in the “Warnings
and considerations” section, may result in an installation less immune
to damage caused by electrical disturbances, such as ESD or lightning,
and may void the warranty.
3
Identify and connect the keypad wires to the wall box wires using the wire
nuts as shown in “Sample wiring configurations” in the installation guide for
the Control4 device that the Auxiliary Keypad is being connected to.
