Plug 'N Power Mini Remote Control Center (610-2677C) Operation Faxback Doc. # 16843 Operation of plug'n power system is simple, but be sure that you have a complete chart of your system chose by so you know exactly what you are controlling NOTE: Each rocker switch on your controller performs two function- on or off, bright or dim, and so on. These functions are clearly marked. Pressing the top of a rocker switch activates one function and pressing the bottom activates another. When you press a button, the transmit indicator lights to tell you a signal has been sent. CONTROLLING MODULES BY UNIT CODES You can control any module or group of modules that you set for a particular unit code. Of course, all of the modules must be set to the same house code as the controller. 1. Set the mini controllers SELECTOR switch to the desired unit code range (1-4 or 5-8) 2. To turn on all the devices connected to modules with the same unit code setting, press ON for the desired unit code switch (1/5, 2/6, 3/7, or 4/8) 3. To turn off the devices connected to modules with the same unit code setting, press OFF for the desired unit code switch (1/5, 2/6, 3/7, or 4/8) TURNING ON ALL LIGHTS The ALL LIGHTS ON command lets your turn on all the lights or other appliances that are connected to light dimmer modules, wall switch modules, or 3-way switch modules. All you have to do is press ALL LIGHTS ON. All of the appropriate modules immediately respond to the command. Of course, the modules must be set to the same house code as the controller, but the unit codes make no difference. In fact, modules set to unit codes 9-16 respond to this procedure even though your mini controller cannot independently control modules set to unit codes above 8. (If you are using the mini controller as a second controller in a plug'n power system, you might encounter this situation.) CAUTION: Do not use a module that responds to the ALL LIGHTS ON command to control potentially dangerous devices (heaters, fans, and so on). TURNING OFF ALL UNITS The ALL UNITS OFF command lets you turn off all devices that are connected to modules that you set to the same house code as the controller. Simply press ALL UNITS OFF, all appropriate modules immediately respond to the command. This command is especially useful when you want to turn off everything at night. DIMMING LIGHTS You can dim any lights that are connected to lamp dimmer modules. 1. Set the mini controller's SELECTOR switch to the desired unit code range (1-4 or 5-8) 2. Press the ON switch for the unit code of the lamp dimmer module(s) you want to dim (1/5, 2/6, 3/7 or 4/8) 3. Press and hold DIM until the light dims to the desired level. If you dim the lights too much, press and hold BRIGHT to raise the light level. Do not connect anything other than a lamp dimmer module. The dimmer circuit might damage other device. MANUAL CONTROL OF LIGHTS AND APPLIANCES Even though your lights and appliances are connected to plug'n power modules, you can still turn most of them on and off manually. For most products, simply turn the power switch off an Back on again. For three-way lamps, you might have to turn the lamp's switch several times before the lights turn on You always have manual control of wall switch modules by simply using their on/off buttons You cannot manually turn on instant on TVs that are connected to plug'n power modules PLUG'N POWER AND INTERCOMS Some intercoms also send signal through the house wiring. If you have this type of system, it is likely that it will interfere with the operation of plug'n power system. However, it will interfere only when both systems are in use at the same time (if you leave an intercom in a child's room in the transmit mode, for example). If this is a problem, use an intercom that has its own separate wiring system. POWER INTERRUPTIONS When power is restored after a power failure, lamp dimmer modules and both types of wall switch modules default to the off mode. Appliance modules remain in the state they were in before the power failure. ADDING TO YOUR PLUG'N POWER SYSTEM You can easily increase the size and flexibility of your plug'n power system by adding more modules or other plug'n power accessories. The following are some of the most popular plug'n power accessories. Remote Control Command Center (Cat No. 61-2690) Has all the functions of the mini control center, and allows independent control of all 16 codes Controller Timer (Cat No. 61-2670) Has all the features of the mini controller, plus a timer that lets you preprogram events to take place while you are away. This can give your home a "lived in" look while you are on vacation or can prepare your home for your arrival at the end of the day Wireless Remote Control Center (Cat. No. 61-2675) Lets you control your plug'n power system from anywhere inside or nearby your house. You never have to inter a dark home or garage again PLUG'N POWER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not attempt to control lights or appliance that exceed the ratings of the modules. If you want to control appliances that exceed the ratings of the standard modules, ask the personnel at your local Radio Shack store for information Use extreme care when controlling a potentially dangerous product, such as a heating appliances, as part of your plug'n power system. Use a separate unit code exclusively for such devices If you want to control fluorescent, mercury vapor, sodium vapor, or low-voltage lights, as you Radio Shack salesperson for assistance Do not use lamp dimmer modules to control light fixtures that have built-in dimmers Do not use Wall Switch or 3-Way Switch modules to replace switches that control wall outlets or non lighting devices The switch and outlet modules require direct connection to you house wiring. If you are not familiar with typical house wiring installations, we suggest that you have these types of modules professionally installed. In any case, be sure that the electricity is turned off at the circuit breaker while you are installing one of these modules Low-voltage electricity flows through the circuit controlled by a switch module even when the switch if off. This in necessary for proper operation of the switch's disable switch to off (left) (/all-09/14/95)