DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The TDA-603 Universal Touch Dimmer is designed to replace a standard light switch or dimmer. It controls a variety
of load types including: incandescent, quartz halogen, dimmable magnetic or electronic low voltage transformers,
dimmable cold cathode neon ballasts, dimmable two wire fluorescent (Advance Mark X or equivalent) and compact
fluorescent ballasts.
The Touch Dimmer operates in the following way:
The load status LED located on the top of the paddle acts as a locator light. When the connected load is off, the load
status LED will be on at a dim level. When the connected load is turned on, the LED will increase in brightness. The
seven light level LEDs on the side of the dimmer show the current light level of the product. As the user presses and
holds the paddle the light level LEDs will act as a bar graph indicating the current light level. For example when the
connected load is on at 50% brightness, the four lower LEDs will be illuminated. When the connected load is off, one
light level LED will be illuminated showing the preset light level.
Caution:
To avoid overheating and possible damage to other equipment, do not use to control receptacles or motor-
driven appliances.
Important Notes
1. Do not mix different load types on the same dimmer.
2. Do not use with fluorescent ballasts other than those listed.
3. For 3-way/multi-way installations, the Touch Remote (TDR) must be used in conjunction with the TDA-603. The
TDA-603 is not compatible with standard 3-way/4-way switches.
4. For multi-way installations, do not exceed 200 ft. of traveler wire between all the devices.
5. It is normal for the dimmer to feel warm to the touch during operation.
6. Protect the dimmer from dust and dirt when painting and spackling.
Derating
No derating is required for up to 4 devices ganged together. When 5 or more devices are ganged together it is
necessary to derate all devices to 500W, regardless of the type of load that is being controlled.
INSTALLATION AND WIRING
WARNING
Disconnect power to the wall switch box by turning OFF
the circuit breaker or removing the fuse from the circuit before
installing the TDA-603, replacing lamps, or doing any electrical work.
For ease of installation, manufacturer recommends use of a deep wall box.
1. Prepare the switch box
After the power is turned OFF at the circuit breaker box, remove the existing wall
plate and mounting screws. Pull the old switch out from the wall box.
2. Identify the type of circuit
You may connect the TDA-603 to a single pole or multi-way circuit. If you are unable
to clearly identify some or all of the wires mentioned in this manual, you should
consult with a qualified electrician.
In a 3-way circuit (Fig.3) two traveler wires connect to both switches. Another wire
provides power from the circuit box to one of the switches. A wire connects from one
switch to the load. A ground wire may also be connected to a ground terminal on the old
switches.
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Switch Wiring
Touch the top of the
switch as directed.
Tap once
Fade the circuit to
its last-used level
Tap twice
Full bright
Press and hold
Increase the
present level
Tap once
Fade the circuit
to OFF
Press and hold
Decrease the
present level
Touch the bottom of
the switch as directed.
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Yellow
TDA-603
Green
GROUND
Load
(HOT)
Red
Black
White
NEUTRAL
120V/60Hz
Fig. 1: Touch Dimmer Operation
Fig. 5: Single Pole Wiring
Caution
– For your safety: Connecting a proper ground wire to the dimmer provides protection against
electrical shock in the event of certain fault conditions. If a proper ground is not available, consult with a
qualified electrician before continuing installation.
3. Prepare the Wires
Tag the wires currently connected to the existing switch so that they can be identified
later. Disconnect the wires. Make sure the insulation is stripped off of the wires to
expose their copper cores to the length indicated by the “Strip Gage” in Fig. 4. (approx.
½ inch)
4. Wire the dimmer
4a. Single Pole Circuit: Wiring one TDA-603 (Fig. 5)
• Connect the green or non-insulated (copper) GROUND wire from the circuit to the green wire on the
dimmer.
• Connect the power wire from the circuit (HOT) to the black wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the neutral wire to the white wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the lamp power (LOAD) to the red wire on the dimmer.
• The yellow wire is not used in single pole applications.
4b. 3-way/multi-way wiring (Fig. 6)
Note: In a 3-way/multi-way circuit the TDA-603 must be used in conjunction with the TDR (Touch Remote).
The TDA-603 does not work if used in conjunction with standard 3-way/4-way switches.
Note: The dimmer can go in either location.
• Connect the green or non-insulated copper GROUND wire from the circuit to the green wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the power wire from the circuit (HOT) to the black wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the neutral wire to the white wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the lamp power (load) to the red wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the yellow traveller wire on the dimmer to the remote dimmer.
• Connect the green or non-insulated (copper) GROUND wire from the circuit to the green wire on the Touch
Remote. The TDR requires a ground. Be sure to verify the ground connection.
• Do not exceed 200ft of traveler wire between the devices.
NEUTRAL
GROUND
LOAD/Common
(power to lamp)
NEUTRAL
GROUND
HOT/Common
(power from circuit box)
TRAVELER
TRAVELER
Lamp/load
MASTER SWITCH
AUXILIARY SWITCH
Fig. 3: Typical 3-Way Switch Wiring
Strip Gage
1/2"
12.7 mm
Fig. 4 : #12 or
#14 AWG
Fig. 6: 3-way/Multi-way Wiring
TDR
Yellow
TDA-603
Green
GROUND
Green
GROUND
Load
(HOT)
Red
Black
White
NEUTRAL
120V/60Hz
4c. Three or More Locations (Fig. 7)
Note: Use the TDA-603 with 2 or more TDR Touch Remotes.
Note: The TDA-603 does not work if used in conjunction with standard 3-way/4-way switches.
Note: The dimmer may be in any position in the circuit.
• Connect the green or non-insulated (copper) GROUND wire from the circuit to the green wire on the
dimmer.
• Connect the power wire from the circuit (HOT) to the black wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the neutral wire to the white wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the lamp power (LOAD) to the red wire on the dimmer.
• Connect the yellow traveler wire on the dimmer to the Touch Remote.
• Do not exceed 200ft of traveler wire between all the devices.
Touch Remote
• Connect the green or non-insulated (copper) GROUND wire from the circuit to the green wire on the Touch
Remote. The TDR requires a ground. Be sure to verify the ground connection.
• Connect the yellow traveler wire from the Touch Dimmer to the Touch Remotes.
TDA-603
Universal Multi-Way Touch Dimmer
Gradateur universel multi-voies
Atenuador táctil universal de múltiples vías
SPECIFICATIONS
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CARACTÉRISTIQUES
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ESPECIFICACIONES
120 VAC (VCA), 60 HZ, 25-600 W, Load (Multi-Way): Incandescent and quartz halogen, magnetic low voltage transformers, dimmable LEDs, dimming rated cold cathode neon ballasts, dimming rated 2-wire fluorescent (Advance Mark
X or equivalent) and compact fluorescent ballasts; Environment: Indoor Use Only, Operating temperature: 0-40°C (32 - 104°F), Humidity: 0 - 80% RH, non-condensing; Electrical Supply Wire Requirement,
Minimum temperature
rating: 75°C (167°F); Tools Needed: Insulated screwdriver, wire strippers
120 V C.A. (VAC), 60 HZ, 25-600 W,
Charge (multi-voies) : À incandescence et quartz halogène,
transformateurs basse tension magnétiques, DEL graduables, ballasts de néon à cathode froide graduables, ballasts
de lampe fluorescente compacte et fluorescente à deux fils graduables (Advance Mark X ou équivalent) ; Environnement : Utilisation intérieure uniquement, Température de fonctionnement : 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F),
Humidité : 0 - 80 % d’humidité relative, sans condensation ;
Exigence pour les fils d’alimentation électrique, Limite de température minimale : 75 °C (167 °F) ; Outils nécessaires : Tournevis isolé, dénudeurs de fil
120 V CA, 60 HZ, 25-600 W; Carga (vías múltiples): Incandescente y de cuarzo halógeno, transformadores magnéticos de voltaje bajo, LED regulables, balastos de neón o cátodo frío regulables, fluorescentes de dos hilos regulables
(Advance Mark X o equivalente) y balastos fluorescentes compactos; Entorno: Solo para uso en interiores; Temperatura de funcionamiento: 0°-40 °C (32° - 104 °F); Humedad: 0-80 % de humedad relativa, sin condensación;
Requisito de cables del suministro eléctrico; Temperatura nominal mínima: 75 °C (167 °F);
Herramientas necesarias: Destornillador aislado, pelacables
Installation Instructions
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Consignes d’installation
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Instrucciones de instalación
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
To be installed by a certified electrician or other qualified
person.
WARNING
– To prevent severe shock or electrocution,
always turn power off at the service panel before installing
this unit, working on the circuit, or changing a lamp.
CAUTION
– To reduce the risk of overheating and possible
damage to other equipment, do not install incandescent
dimmer to control a receptacle, a fluorescent light or bulb,
a motor-operated appliance, or a transformer-supplied
appliance.
• Do not use dimmer with incandescent lamps whose power
requirements exceeds maximum power (stated in Watts) of
the dimmer.
• Do not connect dimmer to power source other than
120VAC, 60 Hz only.
• A 25 W minimum load is required.
• Use copper wire only.
LISEZ ET CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS
Ce dispositif doit être installé par un électricien certifié ou une
autre personne qualifiée.
AVERTISSEMENT
– Pour éviter des décharges électriques
importantes ou l’électrocution, coupez toujours le courant
au niveau du panneau d’alimentation avant de monter cette
unité, de travailler sur le circuit ou de changer une lampe.
ATTENTION
– Pour réduire le risque de surchauffe et de
dommages possibles sur d’autres équipements, n’installez
pas ce dispositif pour contrôler une prise, une ampoule ou
lampe fluorescente, un appareil motorisé ou un appareil
alimenté par un transformateur.
• N’utilisez pas ce gradateur avec des lampes à
incandescence d’une puissance supérieure à la puissance
maximum (exprimée en Watts) du gradateur.
• Ne raccordez pas ce gradateur à une source d’alimentation
autre qu’une source d’alimentation de 120 V c.a., 60 Hz.
• Une charge de 25 W minimum est requise.
• N’utilisez que des fils en cuivre.
LEA Y GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
La instalación debe estar a cargo de un electricista
certificado u otra persona calificada.
ADVERTENCIA.
Para evitar una fuerte descarga eléctrica
o la electrocución, siempre desconecte el suministro eléctrico
en el panel de servicio antes de instalar esta unidad, trabajar
en el circuito o cambiar una lámpara.
PRECAUCIÓN.
Para reducir el riesgo de sobrecalentamiento
y posibles daños a otros equipos, no instale el atenuador
incandescente para controlar un receptáculo, una luz o una
bombilla fluorescentes, un aparato accionado por motor o un
aparato con transformador.
• No utilice el atenuador con lámparas incandescentes
cuyos requisitos de potencia superen la potencia máxima
(expresada en vatios) del atenuador.
• No conecte el atenuador a una fuente de alimentación
que sea distinta de 120 V CA y 60 Hz solamente.
• Se requiere una carga mínima de 25 W.
• Use solamente cables de cobre.
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