® INSTEON Dimmer Module 2457D2 Owner’s Manual
Contents Getting Started INSTEON Dimmer Module 4 Device Overview Buttons Installation Leave Your Lamp On INSTEON Links Understanding Linking 6 Links are One-Way Links Remember a Device’s State Controllers Responders Controller-Only 7 Responder-Only Grouping Devices Use Cross Linking INSTEON Hub Linking to the INSTEON Hub Manual Linking Linking with a Single-Button Controller Linking with a Multi-Button Controller Multi-Linking or Making a Scene Unlinking from a Single-Button Controller Unli
Getting Started Everything you need to quickly get up and running.
INSTEON Dimmer Module Device Overview On Off Buttons Status LED Tap to turn on Double-tap to turn on instantly Press and hold to brighten Tap to turn off On Off Set Button ® Installation Plug your lamp into the bottom of the Dimmer Module and plug the Dimmer Module into an unswitched wall outlet.
INSTEON Links INSTEON devices can stand alone and function as a local switch or dimmer, but their real power comes when they are connected together to form a control system. Most INSTEON devices can control one another and be the recipient of control. The process of associating multiple INSTEON devices to one another is called Linking.
Understanding Linking Links are One-Way When linking INSTEON devices, the links that are created are one-way. Links Remember a Device’s State The current state of the controlled device is stored in the link: on, off or dimmed. NEW NEW 75% ® A B Switch Switch A will turn Switch B on and off but Switch B cannot turn Switch A on or off. X Controllers INSTEON devices that can turn other devices on or off are called controllers.
Understanding Linking Controller-Only Some devices like sensors can only control other devices. Responder-Only Some devices cannot control other devices; these devices only receive INSTEON commands. NEW NEW X X ® Motion Sensor Dimmer Switch The Motion Sensor will turn on the Switch but the switch cannot control the Motion X Sensor. Grouping Devices You may want to group together two devices, for example, in a virtual-three way configuration. For INSTEON, this is called Cross Linking.
INSTEON Hub The INSTEON Hub allows you to configure your device, customize its properties, create scenes and more, all from your smartphone or tablet.
Linking to the INSTEON Hub 1 From Rooms, navigate to All Devices. 2 Tap the Add button. All Devices Rooms All Devices Check-In Favorites Back Door Bathroom Bedroom Bathroom Bedroom Hallway Font Door Garage Door Garage Light Kitchen Living Room Outside Motion Sensor Outside Lights 72º 72º 3 Add Select Plug-In Module form the list of devices. 4 When prompted, press and hold the set button on your Dimmer Module until the device double-beeps.
Manual Linking When not using a central controller like the INSTEON Hub, INSTEON devices can be configured and linked manually on a device-to-device basis. It is strongly advised that you not perform manual linking when using a central controller. Instead, let your central controller handle the linking for you.
Linking with a Single-Button Controller Manual Linking Only 1 On your INSTEON controller, press and hold the set button until the device beeps. 2 Make sure the Dimmer Module is On and then press and hold the Dimmer Module’s set button until the device double-beeps. ® ® Your INSTEON controller will now control your Dimmer Module.
Linking with a Multi-Button Controller Manual Linking Only 1 On your INSTEON controller, tap the desired control button and then press and hold the set button until the device beeps. 2 Make sure the Dimmer Module is On and then press and hold the Dimmer Module’s set button until the device double-beeps. A ® B ® Your INSTEON controller will now control your Dimmer Module.
Multi-Linking or Making a Scene Manual Linking Only 1 On your INSTEON controller, press and hold the set button until the device beeps, then tap the set button. 2 A Adjust your scene members to their desired state: on, off, or brightness level if dimming. 50% 72% Lamp 1 Lamp 2 30% ON Lamp 3 Appliance B 3 One at a time, press and hold the set button on each scene member until it double-beeps. 4 Tap the set button on your INSTEON controller to finish building your scene.
Unlinking from a Single-Button Controller Manual Linking Only 1 3 On your INSTEON controller, press and hold the set button until the device beeps. 2 Press and hold the set button again until the device beeps. Press and hold the Dimmer Module’s set button until the device double-beeps. X ® ® Your INSTEON controller will no longer control your Dimmer Module.
Unlinking from a Multi-Button Controller Manual Linking Only 1 On your INSTEON controller, tap the desired control button and then press and hold the set button until the device beeps. 2 Press and hold the set button again until the device beeps. A B 3 Press and hold the Dimmer Module’s set button until the device double-beeps. X ® ® Your INSTEON controller will no longer control your Dimmer Module.
Multi-Unlinking or Removing a Scene Manual Linking Only 1 On your INSTEON controller, press and hold the set button until the device beeps. Press and hold the set button again, then tap the set button. 2 One at a time, press and hold the set button on each scene member until it double-beeps. A B ® C 3 Tap the set button on your INSTEON controller to exit MultiUnlinking mode. ® X ® ® Your INSTEON controller will no longer control your INSTEON responders.
Local Programming Use local the local programming programming to set to local set local on-level, on-level, ramp ramp rates rates andand eveneven perform perform a factoryareset. factory reset.
NEW About Local Programming Local Programming The Local Programming Flowchart is a visual representation of the device’s settings. Many device features can be configured using this diagram. Some devices have more options than others but the Local Programming Flowchart presents even the most complicated devices with a straightforward, navigable path. Using a Central Controller If using the INSTEON Hub or any other central controller, it is strongly advised that you not use Local Programming.
® Linking Mode Tap Press Press Unlinking Mode Press Press Press Adjust LED Brightness Press Local Programming Flow Chart LED Brightness Select Press Cancel Uses the current brightness On Level Tap Exit Tap MultiUnlinking Mode Tap Tap Select Save Exit Tap Multi-Linking Mode Select Exit Tap Ramp Rate Select Tap Resume Dim Save Press Press Tap Tap Save Press Cancel Uses the current brightness Tap Reset Press Exit Press Tap RF Beacon Exit Press Toggle Tap RF Beac
Software-Only Features Most INSTEON devices contain features that can only be enabled, disabled or modified using INSTEON control software such as HouseLinc and an INSTEON PowerLine Modem or the INSTEON Hub.
Software-Only Features Beep on Button Press The Dimmer Module will beep every time one of its buttons are tapped. By default, this feature is disabled. Disable Local Programming Prevents changing any settings using the set button or tap-and-hold programming. By default, this feature is disabled. X ® Blink on Traffic The Dimmer Module LED will blink if it detects INSTEON communication. By default, this feature is disabled.
X10 Support Your INSTEON device features backwards compatibility with legacy X10 devices and can respond to X10 powerline messages.
Setting the X10 Address 1 Press and hold the set button on your Dimmer Module until the device beeps. 2 Using an X10 controller, send the desired X10 address followed by the On command three times. A1 ON ON ON ® ® Your Dimmer Module will now respond to the set X10 address.
Removing the X10 Address 1 Press and hold the set button on your Dimmer Module until the device beeps. 2 Press and hold the set button again until the device beeps. ® 3 ® Using an X10 controller, send the programmed X10 address followed by the On command three times. X ® A1 ON ON ON Your INSTEON controller will no longer control your Dimmer Module.
Appendix Everything else you might need to know about your INSTEON product.
INSTEON Glossary Controller Responder Blinking The INSTEON transmitter The INSTEON receiver LED turning on and off repeatedly Dual-Band An INSTEON device that can send and receive both INSTEON powerline signals and INSTEON radio frequency signals Ramp Rate The speed at which the load fades on or off On-Level The preset brightness level a device will return to when turned on INSTEON A dual-band, mesh networking technology developed by Smarthome/INSTEON.
Specifications General Available Colors White Brand: INSTEON FCC ID SBP2475D2A Industry Canada Manufacturer Product No.: Patent No.: 5202A-2475D2A 2475D2 Protected under US and Foreign Patents (see www.insteon.
Maximum Scene Memberships 400 Multi-Link Support Yes Multi-Unlink Support Yes RF Beacon Yes Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Range Scene Commands Supported as Controller Scene Commands Supported as Responder 915.
Electrical Controlled Outlet Hardwired Remote Control Load Types Yes, ungrounded polarized. NEMA 1-15 type No Plug-in incandescent lighting sources Maximum Load 300 Watts Minimum Load 5 Watts Pass-through Outlet No Power Consumption <0.
Troubleshooting Dimmer Module LED does not turn on It is possible your Dimmer Module is not receiving power. If the attached load can still be controlled, It is possible that the status LED has been disabled. Try this: • Test Dimmer Module in a different power outlet. If the LED illuminates when using a different outlet, check the original outlet for power. Some outlets are controlled by a switch elsewhere in the room. Avoid switched outlets as they disable your INSTEON device when turned off.
Troubleshooting The connected lamp turned on by itself There must be a device in your INSTEON network that is unexpectedly linked to the Dimmer Module. If you have given your device an X10 address, powerline noise may be triggering the INSTEON device. Try this: • Use software to examine the Dimmer Module’s links. If you can identify the stray controller, remove the link. • If you are unable to identify the unexpected controller, perform a factory reset on the Dimmer Module.
Certifications and Warnings Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference. This product is not designed or approved for use on powerlines other than 120VAC, 50Hz or 60Hz, single phase. Attempting to use this product on unapproved powerlines may have hazardous consequences. • Use only indoors or in outdoor rated box • This product may feel warm during operation. The amount of heat generated is within approved limits and poses no hazards.
Product Warranty Limited Warranty Seller warrants to the original consumer purchaser of this product that, for a period of two years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will perform in substantial conformity to the description of the product in this Owner’s Manual. This warranty shall not apply to defects or errors caused by misuse or neglect.
