In-LineLinc Relay - INSTEON On / Off Module (Non-dimming) w/ Sense - Rev 5.

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ABOUT IN-LINELINC ON/OFF MODULE W/ SENSE What is INSTEON? Key In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense Features What Is Included with In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense HOW TO INSTALL IN-LINELINC ON/OFF MODULE W/ SENSE Tools You Will Need Preparing to Install In-Line-Linc On/Off Module Installing In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense Important Note About INSTEON Networks; Split Single-Phase vs. 3-Phase Installation HOW TO USE THE SENSE WIRE Using the In-LineLinc Sense Wire HOW TO SET UP IN-LINELINC ON/OFF MODULE W/ SENSE TO BE REMOTELY CONTROLLED BY AN INSTEON CONTROLLER Linking an INSTEON Controller to In-LineLinc Unlinking In-LineLinc from an INSTEON Controller HOW TO SET UP IN-LINELINC ON/OFF MODULE W/ SENSE TO CONTROL OTHER DEVICES Linking In-LineLinc to Control an INSTEON Device Unlinking a Controlled INSTEON Device from In-LineLinc HOW TO CREATE AN INSTEON SCENE Creating an INSTEON Scene ADVANCED FEATURES OF INLINELINC ON/OFF MODULE W/ SENSE

Multi-Linking and Multi-Unlinking Cross-Linking More Than One INSTEON Device Restoring Power to In-LineLinc Resetting In-LineLinc to Its Factory Default Settings X10 PROGRAMMING OPTIONS Setting the X10 Address Removing the X10 Address ABOUT INSTEON Understanding Why an INSTEON Network Is Reliable Further Enhancing Reliability Using Dual-Band INSTEON Products to Upgrade Your INSTEON Network About INSTEON and X10

Troubleshooting In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense

In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense Specifications Certification Limited Warranty

What is INSTEON?
Since its inception in 2005, INSTEON has become the best-selling wireless home-control networking technology, offering more reliability and flexibility than any other home management system on the market. Developed by Smarthome , INSTEON technology relies on its dual-mesh network to send signals both through the air (RF, or radio frequency) and over the existing electrical wires (power line) in the home. Reliable With every INSTEON device being a repeater (see how this works), the signal gets stronger with every INSTEON device you add to your home, giving you unsurpassed reliability. In addition, each INSTEON message contains error detection, so it is very unlikely that lights will turn on accidentally.

Fast Other home automation networks have a noticeable delay when turning on a light or activating an appliance. INSTEON messages get through in less than 0.05 seconds - faster than the human eye can detect, so there are no visible delays. Activate an INSTEON switch and the lights turn on instantly.

X10 Ready

If you've already started putting together an X10 home control network, most INSTEON products are backward compatible iwth X10 devices to provide a painless upgrade path to an INSTEON network for the ultimate home automation system. Get the reliability and speed you need without scrapping your existing X10 network.

Affordable While other home automation systems extend into the thousands of dollars to install and implement, a complete INSTEON system costs a fraction of its competitors. INSTEON can be integrated into any number of products easily and at a very low cost, so it will impact your life a whole lot more than it will impact your wallet.

Common Applications: Scene and remote control lighting Security alarm interfaces and sensors Home sensors (e.g., water, humidity, temperature) Access control (e.g., door locks) Heating and cooling (HVAC) control and management Audio-video control Appliance management Energy savings

How INSTEON Works

What makes INSTEON the most reliable home automation network is its dual-mesh network. INSTEON devices use both radio frequency signals and the home's existing wiring to talk to each other. Every message is confirmed as it is received, and if any errors are detected, the message is automatically resent.

Unlike all other mesh networks, INSTEON's mesh network has every INSTEON device acting as a repeater -- receiving and sending every message to all other devices in the network. So instead of stressing the network by adding more INSTEON devices, you actually strengthen it (see how this works). Other mesh networks use router tables, and only those products involved in routing the signal act as repeaters - resulting in a less reliable network.

No central controller or networking setup is required. Once your module is installed, just use

a series of button presses or taps to Link your devices together. INSTEON devices can act as a Controller, Responder, or both!

Most importantly, INSTEON networks are extremely secure. Each INSTEON device is assigned a unique INSTEON ID, so unless neighbors or would-be hackers have access to your particular device's INSTEON ID, they won't be able to control your home, even if they are using similar products.

Technology Comparison
INSTEON: Moderately priced, highly reliable dual-mesh RF & power line technology UPB: Expensive single-band (power line only) technology X10: Inexpensive but lacks the robustness, flexibility and reliability required by homecontrol applications ZigBee & Z-Wave: Single-band (RF-only) wireless networks that require a network controller

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Key In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense Features

Congratulations on purchasing the INSTEON In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense. For the ultimate in custom automation installations, In-LineLinc can be installed in-line for lighting fixtures, providing automated INSTEON and X10 control to individual fixtures. Additionally, in-line installation eliminates the need for a conventional light switch - reducing "switch sprawl" common to automation projects. And if the Sense wire is connected, you can use the state of the connected load to control other INSTEON devices.

NOTE: Placement of wires may differ with various revisions of In-LineLinc.

Key In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense Features

Two products in one: INSTEON adapter for existing 120V sensors plus in-line module Independent LOAD wires allow you to control devices of any voltage up to 120V Controls all standard incandescent and inductive loads, up to 480 watts Status LED and beeper shows INSTEON setup mode activity Responds to commands from X10 controllers Wires in to standard J-boxes (requires a NEUTRAL connection) Two-year warranty

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What Is Included with In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense

What is Included
In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense Six (6) Wire Nuts Quick-Start Guide

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Tools You Will Need

Phillips screwdriver Wire cutter / stripper Voltage tester to the wires inside the junction box Probe that is non-conductive to press the Set button

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Preparing to Install In-Line-Linc On/Off Module

CAUTION Read and understand these instructions before installing, and retain them for future reference.

In-LineLinc On/Off Module is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations in the United States, or the Canadian Electrical Code and local regulations in Canada. Use indoors only. In-LineLinc is not designed nor approved for use on power lines other than 120V 60Hz, single phase. Attempting to use In-LineLinc on non-approved power lines may have hazardous consequences.

Prior to installing In-LineLinc, please review the entire installation procedure and take the following precautions: In-LineLinc may feel warm during operation. The amount of heat generated is within approved limits and poses no hazards. To minimize heat buildup, ensure that the area surrounding the rear of In-LineLinc has adequate ventilation by clearing away excess insulation. For use indoors or in a properly insulated and weatherproof electrical box only Be sure that you have turned off the circuit breaker or removed the fuse for the circuit you are installing In-LineLinc in. Installing the device with the power on will expose you to dangerous voltages. Connect only copper-clad wire to In-LineLinc In-LineLinc requires a small amount of power to operate, which it receives from a connection to the NEUTRAL electrical wire (usually white). If you are replacing a standard mechanical switch with In-LineLinc, the switch you are replacing will normally not have a connection to the NEUTRAL wire. However, most junction boxes will contain a NEUTRAL wire that you can connect In-LineLinc to. If your junction box does not contain a NEUTRAL wire, please call the INSTEON Gold Support Line. Each In-LineLinc is assigned a unique INSTEON ID, which is printed on the label. It is recommended that you prepare a list of all the modules you are installing, including their INSTEON ID and their location (e.g., 01.F7.G5, Mike's bedroom light). It is only necessary to know the INSTEON IDs if you will be using optional automation software (such as HouseLinc) to program and control your devices. However, it will be helpful to have a list of your devices, should you choose to use automation software later. Creating a list prior to installation will prevent you from needing to re-open all the junction boxes and fixtures to

determine the INSTEON IDs. If you are not knowledgeable and comfortable with electrical circuitry, you should have a qualified electrician install In-LineLinc for you. If you have any questions, please consult an electrician or call: INSTEON Gold Support Line 800-762-7845

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Installing In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense

1. If you plan to configure In-LineLinc using INSTEON-compatible software, you can write down the INSTEON ID and the location of the fixture youll be controlling (e.g., 01.F7.G5, Mikes Bedroom Light) 2. At the circuit breaker or fuse panel, disable the circuit supplying power to the fixture. Verify that the power is off by trying to turn on the device controlled by the switches. 3. Remove the wallplate from the fixture you are replacing. Then, unscrew the fixture itself and pull it out from the junction box. 4. Disconnect the wires from the fixture you are replacing. If the wires cannot be detached by unscrewing them, cut the wires where they enter the switch, and then strip 1/2" of insulation off the ends. 5. To correctly identify the LINE, LOAD, NEUTRAL, and GROUND wires, enable power to the fixture from the circuit breaker or fuse panel, use a line voltage meter, and then turn the breaker off again 6. Reference the appropriate diagram below to properly wire In-LineLinc to your device In-LineLinc On/Off Module Wiring Diagrams Rev 5.0 or under without Sense with Sense Rev 5.1+ without Sense with Sense

7. 8. Prior to reinstalling the fixture, enable power to the fixture from the circuit breaker or fuse panel 9. Use the On/Off buttons on In-LineLinc to test that the module is working and controlling the load 10. Link your device to In-LineLinc Typical Wiring (without Sense) - See Linking an INSTEON Controller to InLineLinc Wiring with Sense - See Linking In-LineLinc to Control an INSTEON Device

11. If you do not plan on using the Sense wire, be sure to disable it (even if it is not connected). See Using the In-LineLinc Sense Wire. 12. Gently place In-LineLinc into the junction box, making sure nothing could accidentally be pressing any of the buttons on its face 13. Reinstall the fixture

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Important Note About INSTEON Networks; Split Single-Phase vs. 3-Phase Installation
For the best INSTEON network performance, be sure you have properly installed at least two Access Points (#2443) or other dual-band INSTEON products. INSTEON has only been officially tested in a split single-phase residential environment, but has been known to work in many 3phase systems, where three dual-band products are used (one on each phase). However, due to the potential complexity of its troubleshooting, INSTEON Gold Support Line is unable to support INSTEON in 3-phase environments.

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Using the In-LineLinc Sense Wire

Once connected, the Sense wire will automatically turn on the load it is wired to, as well as any other devices that are Linked to it, when it detects 120 Volts. When In-LineLinc no longer detects

120 Volts, it will turn the load and any Linked devices off. INSTEON commands will always override the Sense wire, regardless of the Sense state (detecting or not detecting 120 Volts). So, you can use a Controller or In-LineLinc itself to turn on the load at any time, even if the In-LineLinc Sense wire has not detected 120 Volts. Or, if the Sense wire has turned the load on, you can turn it off as you normally would, with the In-LineLinc buttons or Linked Controller.

The Sense wire can easily be disabled and re-enabled with the Set button on In-LineLinc or temporarily disabled with an INSTEON Controller. The Sense wire is enabled by default.

NOTE: If you do not plan on using the Sense wire, it is recommended that you disable the Sense wire (even if it is not connected).

Disabling the Sense Wire

1. Press & hold the Set button on In-LineLinc until it beeps (3 seconds) The In-LineLinc Status LED should begin blinking 2. Double-tap the Set button In-LineLinc should beep and its Status LED should stop blinking and turn on solid if the load is off or turn off if the load is on

Re-enabling the Sense Wire

1. Press & hold the Set button on In-LineLinc until it beeps (3 seconds) The In-LineLinc Status LED should begin blinking 2. Triple-tap the Set button In-LineLinc should beep and its Status LED should stop blinking and turn on solid if the load is off or turn off if the load is on 3. Test that the Sense wire has been re-enabled by activating the load (turn it on using its manual switch if it is a lamp, walk through the detection area if it is a motion sensor, etc.) In-LineLinc should respond appropriately

Temporarily Disabling the Sense Wire

The Sense wire may be temporarily disabled, so that In-LineLinc will not automatically send INSTEON commands or control its load when it detects 120 Volts, regardless of change in sensor

state.

For example, you may have motion sensors in the backyard. If you are working or entertaining outside, you can disable the Sense wire, thus keeping the lights on even when no motion is detected.

NOTE: The Sense wire can only be remotely disabled from an INSTEON Controller. You will not be able to temporarily disable the Sense wire by using the buttons on In-LineLinc itself. The following Controllers are capable of disabling the In-LineLinc Sense wire: KeypadLinc RemoteLinc ToggleLinc SwitchLinc HouseLinc 2 (Use "Fast On" or "Fast Off" under direct control)

To temporarily disable the Sense wire, double-tap any button controlling In-LineLinc: Double-tap ON to disable the Sense wire, but keep the load on Double-tap OFF to disable the Sense wire, but keep the load off

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Linking an INSTEON Controller to In-LineLinc

To use In-LineLinc as an INSTEON Responder to an INSTEON Controller, follow these steps to Link In-LineLinc and an INSTEON Controller together. Refer to your Controller's Owner's Manual for more detailed instructions on how to properly install and Link it to In-LineLinc. The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices: 1. Set your Controller to Linking Mode. (For most Controllers, press an On or Scene button for 10 seconds or the Set button for 3 seconds.) You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Linking Mode automatically times out.

2. Press & hold the Set button on In-LineLinc until it double-beeps (3 seconds) The In-LineLinc Status LED should flash once, and then turn on solid if the load is off or turn off if the load is on 3. Confirm that Linking was successful by tapping the button you just Linked to on the Controller In-LineLinc should respond appropriately

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Unlinking In-LineLinc from an INSTEON Controller

If you are no longer going to use an In-LineLinc that has been previously Linked to an INSTEON Controller, it is very important that you Unlink it. Otherwise, the Controller will retry any commands intended for the unused In-LineLinc, thus slowing down your system. Refer to your Controller's Owner's Manual for more detailed instructions. The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices: 1. Set your INSTEON Controller to Unlinking Mode. (For most Controllers, press & hold an On or Scene button for 10 seconds twice, or the Set button for 3 seconds twice.) You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Unlinking Mode automatically times out. 2. Press & hold the Set button on In-LineLinc until it double-beeps (3 seconds) The In-LineLinc Status LED should flash once, and then turn on solid if the load is off or turn off if the load is on 3. Confirm that Unlinking was successful by tapping the buttons you just Unlinked from on the Controller In-LineLinc should no longer respond

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Linking In-LineLinc to Control an INSTEON Device

TO use an In-LineLinc as an INSTEON Controller, follow these steps to Link the In-LineLinc and an INSTEON Responder (the device you wish to control with In-LineLinc) together. Refer to your

Responder's Owner's Manual for more detailed instructions on how to properly install and Link it to In-LineLinc. NOTE: With the Sense wire connected, you can control Responders based on the state of InLineLinc's load (see Using the In-LineLinc Sense Wire).

The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices: 1. Set In-LineLinc to Linking Mode by pressing & holding the Set button until it beeps (3 seconds) The In-LineLinc Status LED should begin blinking You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Linking Mode automatically times out. 2. At the Responder, set it to the state you wish to activate from In-LineLinc 3. Press & hold the Responder's Set button for 3 seconds In-LineLinc should double-beep and its Status LED should stop blinking and turn on solid 4. Confirm that Linking was successful by tapping the On/Off buttons on In-LineLinc The Responder should respond appropriately 5. If you wish to Link multiple Responders to the same In-LineLinc, creating an INSTEON scene, either repeat steps 1-4 with each Responder, or see Multi-Linking and MultiUnlinking

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Unlinking a Controlled INSTEON Device from In-LineLinc

If you are no longer going to use an INSTEON device that has previously been Linked to InLineLinc, it is very important that you Unlink it. Otherwise, In-LineLinc will retry any commands intended for the unused device, thus slowing down your system. The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices: 1. Set In-LineLinc to Linking Mode by pressing & holding the Set button on In-LineLinc until it beeps (3 seconds)

The In-LineLinc Status LED should begin blinking 2. Set In-LineLinc to Unlinking Mode by pressing & holding the Set button until it beeps again (3 seconds) The In-LineLinc Status LED should continue blinking You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Unlinking Mode automatically times out. 3. Press & hold the Responder's Set button for 3 seconds In-LineLinc should double-beep and its LED should stop blinking 4. Confirm that Unlinking was successful by tapping the On/Off buttons on In-LineLinc The Responder should no longer respond

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Creating an INSTEON Scene

INSTEON scenes let you activate dramatic lighting moods with the press of just one button. For example, you can set all your lights in a scene to dim to 50%, or turn certain lights on while turning others off, all with one tap of a button on a Controller. INSTEON scenes are very easy to set up - just Link more than one INSTEON Responder to the same On/Off or Scene button on an INSTEON Controller. Then, when you press any of the Linked buttons on the Controller, all of the INSTEON devices Linked in the scene will respond as a group.

To set up an INSTEON scene, you can individually Link each device to your Controller (see your device's Owner's Manual for instructions on how to Link the device to a Controller). Or, save time and create multiple Links by Multi-Linking.

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Multi-Linking and Multi-Unlinking

Multi-Linking

Multi-Linking Mode allows you to Link multiple INSTEON devices to a single Controller, one after the other. Once in Multi-Linking Mode, you can Link any number of Responders without having to press & hold the Controller's On button for 10 seconds for each Responder. Using Multi-Linking Mode is the fastest way to create an INSTEON scene. See your device's Owner's Manual for more detailed Linking instructions.

The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices: 1. For each of the Responders you wish to control, set the device to the state you wish to activate from the Controller If the Responder is a dimmable device, set the On-Level and Ramp Rate If the Responder is a multi-scene device (e.g., KeypadLinc), tap the desired Scene button to illuminate the LED. (If you wish the Responder's scene to turn off, tap the Scene button again to turn the LED off, and then proceed to the next step.) 2. Set the Controller to Linking Mode. (For most Controllers, press & hold the desired On or Scene button for 10 seconds or the Set button for 3 seconds.) 3. Tap the Set button on the Controller. If the Controller does not have a Set button, tap the same On or Scene button you used to put the Controller to Linking Mode.

Multi-Linking Mode will automatically time out after 4 minutes of inactivity. 4. One at a time, press & hold each of the Responder's Set buttons for 3 seconds 5. After you have Linked all the desired Responders, tap the Controller's Set button to exit Multi-Linking Mode. If the Controller does not have a Set button, tap the same On or Scene button you used to put the Controller into Linking Mode. 6. Test that the INSTEON scene is working as expected by pressing the button you just Linked to on the Controller

Multi-Unlinking
Multi-Unlinking Mode can be used to quickly remove devices from an INSTEON scene. You may remove as many of the Linked Responders from the scene as you would like.

The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices:

1. Set the Controller to Unlinking Mode. (For most Controllers, press & hold the desired On or Scene button for 10 seconds twice or the Set button for 3 seconds twice.) 2. Tap the Set button on the Controller. If the Controller does not have a Set button, tap the same On or Scene button you used to put the Controller into Unlinking Mode. Multi-Unlinking Mode will automatically time out after 4 minutes of inactivity. 3. For each of the Responders you wish to Unlink: If the Responder is a multi-scene device (e.g., KeypadLinc), tap the Scene button you wish to Unlink Press & hold the Responder's Set button for 3 seconds

4. After you have Unlinked the desired Responders, tap the Controller's Set button to exit Multi-Unlinking Mode. If the Controller does not have a Set button, tap the same On or Scene button you used to put the Controller into Unlinking Mode. 5. Test that you have removed the desired devices from the INSTEON scene by pressing the buttons you just Unlinked from on the Controller

NOTE: These instructions are universal to most INSTEON devices. However, responses of the individual devices may vary, depending on the revision of the product (i.e., LED color, beeper, etc.). Refer to each devices Owners Manual for specific responses during Linking procedures.

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Cross-Linking More Than One INSTEON Device

Cross-Linking in a 3-Way Circuit
This section is also available as a tutorial video

Cross-Linking devices allow you to track the on/off status of the load on all Linked INSTEON devices. For this example we will use a primary device controlling the load and one secondary in a virtual 3-way. They will be referred to as: Primary Device (load-controlling) and Secondary Device.

1. Link Primary Device to Secondary Device (using Primary Device as the Controller by putting Primary Device into Linking Mode first) 2. Cross-Link Secondary Device to Primary Device (using Secondary Device as the Controller by putting Secondary Device into Linking Mode first) Upon successful completion, each device will now track the on/off status of the load (and the LEDs of the devices it has been Cross-Linked to).

Cross-Linking in a Multi-Way Circuit Using Multi-Linking Mode

When you have more than two devices controlling a single light, you can use a feature called Multi-Linking to Link one device to multiple others in one step. But remember, for CrossLinking, all non-load-controlling devices need to be Linked to the load-controlling device in a complete Link (meaning the load-controlling device to the controlled device, then from the controlled device to the load-controlling device).

For this example, we will use a primary device controlling the load and two secondary switches in a virtual 4-way. They will be referred to as: Primary Device (load-controlling), Secondary Device 1, and Secondary Device 2. 1. Set Primary Device to Linking Mode. (For most devices, press & hold the On or Scene button for 10 seconds or the Set button for 10 seconds.) 2. Tap the Set button on Primary Device to set the unit to Multi-Linking Mode. If the Controller does not have a Set button, tap the same On or Scene button you used to put the Controller into Linking Mode. 3. You can now Link Primary Device to your remaining devices. Go to Secondary Device 1, and initiate its Linking Mode. (For most devices, press & hold the On button for 10 seconds or the Set button for 3 seconds.) 4. Repeat step 3 for each additional device NOTE: Because you are Linking more than one device to Primary Device, the Primary Device LED will not stop blinking until all other devices are Linked and the circuit is complete. 5. To complete the circuit, tap the Set button on Primary Device

To finish the Cross-Linking process between all your devices, you must repeat steps 1 through 5, using each secondary device as the starter device.

Upon successful completion, each device in the above scenario will now track the on/off status on the load (and the LEDs of the devices it has been Cross-Linked to). NOTE: These instructions are universal to all INSTEON devices. However, responses of the individual devices may vary, depending on the revision of the product (i.e., LED color, beeper, etc.). Refer to each devices Owners Manual for specific responses during Linking procedures.

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Restoring Power to In-LineLinc

This INSTEON device stores all of its settings, such as Links to other INSTEON devices, OnLevels/Ramp Rates, etc., in non-volatile memory. Because settings are saved in this non-volatile memory, they will not be lost in the event of a power failure. Additionally, in the event of a power loss, the INSTEON device will return the load to its lastknown powered state once power is restored.

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Resetting In-LineLinc to Its Factory Default Settings

The factory reset procedure can be used to clear the In-LineLinc memory and restore its factory default settings. This procedure will clear the unit of all INSTEON Links and any programmed X10 addresses. 1. Before resetting an In-LineLinc that has been Linked to an INSTEON Controller, be sure to Unlink it from the Controller first. See Unlinking In-LineLinc from an INSTEON Controller. 2. If you are using In-LineLinc to control any INSTEON devices, Unlink those devices from In-LineLinc. See Unlinking a Controlled INSTEON Device from In-LineLinc. 3. Turn off the power source to In-LineLinc for about 10 seconds (usually by opening the

breaker feeding it) 4. While holding down the Set button In-LineLinc, restore power, making sure not to let up on the Set button 5. Once power is restored, continue to hold down the Set button on In-LineLinc for about 3 seconds, then release The In-LineLinc Status LED should flash once and turn off Factory reset is complete. In-LineLinc is now reset to all the default settings and is ready for fresh programming and use. NOTE: Unless they have been Unlinked, INSTEON devices that have been previously Linked to In-LineLinc will still respond, even after a factory reset. The reason is that the INSTEON devices themselves have not been Unlinked from In-LineLinc. See Unlinking a Controlled INSTEON Device from In-LineLinc.

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Setting the X10 Address

Most INSTEON devices are X10 ready, meaning that they can respond to X10 commands from any X10 controller. And it can send X10 commands to X10 devices. However, to operate an INSTEON device in X10 mode, you must first set up an X10 address. As it ships from the factory, or after a factory reset procedure, INSTEON devices will have no X10 address set up. You must do this before any INSTEON device will respond to X10 commands: 1. Set your INSTEON device to Linking Mode. (For most devices, press an On or Scene button for 10 seconds or the Set button for 3 seconds.) You will have 4 minutes to perform the next step before Linking Mode automatically times out.

2. Using an X10 controller, send the X10 address you want to assign followed by the ON command three times For example, to assign the address A1, you would send A1 ON A1 ON A1 ON. 3. Once the INSTEON device has received the preceding sequence three times, it should

exit Linking Mode The INSTEON device should double-beep

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Removing the X10 Address

If you are no longer going to control an INSTEON device with an X10 address, it is very important that you Unlink it, because otherwise the INSTEON device will respond to the X10 command, and may cause the unit to turn on by itself. 1. Set your INSTEON device to Unlinking Mode. (For most devices, press an On or Scene button for 10 seconds twice or the Set button for 3 seconds twice.) You will have 4 minutes to perform the next step before Unlinking Mode automatically times out. 2. Using an X10 controller, send the X10 address you want to remove, followed by the ON command three times. For example, to remove the address A1, you would send A1 ON A1 ON A1 ON.

3. Once the INSTEON device has received the preceding sequence three times, it should exit Unlinking Mode The INSTEON device should beep

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Understanding Why an INSTEON Network Is Reliable

INSTEON messages travel throughout the home via power line on the existing house wiring, or wirelessly via RF using Access Points (#2443) or other dual-band INSTEON products. As the messages make their way to the INSTEON devices being controlled, they are picked up and retransmitted by all other INSTEON devices along the way. This method of communicating, called a mesh network, is very reliable because each additional INSTEON device helps to support the overall network. To further ensure reliability, every INSTEON device confirms that it has received a command. If an INSTEON Controller does not receive this confirmation, it will automatically retransmit the command up to five times.

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Further Enhancing Reliability

As signals travel via the power line or RF throughout the home, they naturally become weaker the farther they travel. The best way to overcome signals getting weaker is to increase the coverage of the mesh network by introducing more INSTEON devices. It is possible that some audio-video products, computers, power strips or other electrical equipment may attenuate INSTEON signals on the power line. You can temporarily unplug suspected devices to test whether the INSTEON signal improves. If it does, then you can add plug-in filtersavailable from Smarthome that will permanently fix the problem.

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Using Dual-Band INSTEON Products to Upgrade Your INSTEON Network

What are phases?
The majority of single-family homes in North America have two phases (or "legs") of 110 volts coming into their electricity panels. From the panel, they are distributed throughout the home, providing power to outlets and wall switches. These phases come together in some parts of the home to provide 220 volts of power to large appliances, such as an electric oven or pool pump.

Why do I need to bridge these phases?

Single-band power line devices send commands via the home's electricity, but only on a single phase. If the command is intended for a device on the opposite phase, there is a good chance the command will go unnoticed. Installing dual-band INSTEON products, such as Access Points, on each phase will allow devices to communicate between the two phases via radio frequency (RF).

Dual-band INSTEON products embody the full potential of a true INSTEON mesh network. Taking the power line band signal and working in conjunction with the RF band signal, its dualband function plays out in two ways: Phase bridger - a receiver of commands, reacting to and translating signals sent from one power phase to the opposite via RF Signal repeater - a participant in an INSTEON network, repeating commands

intended for other devices whether those commands are generated from RF or power line-only devices While using at least one dual-band product is required when using an RF-only device, at least two dual-band products are recommended to ensure reliable communication across two-phase home wiring systems. For larger applications, it is recommended to install at least two dual-band products for each 750 - 1,000 square feet.

See how phase bridging works

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About INSTEON and X10

Possible BoosterLinc Interference with INSTEON
If you have installed older Smarthome Plug-In BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters or certain other BoosterLinc-enabled products, the older BoosterLinc technology may interfere with INSTEON communications. Plug-In BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters, Smarthome (#4827) shipped after February 1, 2005, with V3.0 or later firmware, are fully compatible with INSTEON.

The following Plug-In BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters use older firmware that may cause interference with INSTEON: White BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters (#4827) shipped before February 1, 2005, with V2.5 or earlier firmware All Gray BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters (#4827)

Try unplugging the older BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters to see if this helps with INSTEON interference, If it does, please contact INSTEON Gold Support Line for help with replacing your older BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters with newer INSTEON-compatible ones.

The following pre-INSTEON Smarthome products have BoosterLinc technology that you can turn on or turn off when you set the X10 address for the product. If turned on, the BoosterLinc technology may interfere with INSTEON.

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KeypadLinc 6-Button with Integrated Dimmer (#12073W, #12073WB and #12073WW)

To disable BoosterLinc X10 Signal Amplification on these products:

SwitchLinc Relay 2-Way (#23883 and #23883T)

1. Press & hold the Set button 2. Send the X10 Primary Address

ToggleLinc 2-Way Dimmer (#23890) and Switch (#23893)

3. Send an X10 OFF command You can send an X10 ON command in Step 3 to reenable the BoosterLinc feature.

If you have any of these products and the BoosterLinc feature is turned on, please consult your Owner's Manual or contact INSTEON Gold Support Line for help with turning it off. You may then wish to install newer INSTEON BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters, which INSTEON Gold Support Line can help you with.

How INSTEON Effects X10

If your existing X10 devices seem to be working less reliably after installing INSTEON devices, remember that INSTEON devices can absorb X10 signals just as X10 devices do, and that INSTEON devices do not repeat X10 signals. Installing INSTEON-compatible BoosterLinc X10 Signal Boosters (#4827), or a SignaLinc Plug-In Coupler-Repeater (#4826), can increase X10 signal levels. Please contact INSTEON Gold Support Line if you have any questions or would like more help.

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Troubleshooting In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense

Problem The Status LED on InLineLinc is not turning on at all and it won't control the load. Possible Cause In-LineLinc is not getting power. Solution Make sure the circuit breaker is turned on. Check junction box wires and fixture to ensure all connections are tight and no bare wires are exposed. Look in the rear of the junction box for a group

The switch I'm replacing In-LineLinc needs a

only has two wires.

NEUTRAL wire in order to operate.

of white wires all tied together with a wire nut. Those are the NEUTRAL wires. Connect the white In-LineLinc wire there.

In-LineLinc is not receiving signals from INSTEON or X10 controllers.

In-LineLinc and the Controller Make sure two Access Points or other dualare on opposite power line band INSTEON products are properly installed phases. to bridge the two power line phases. Power line signals can't travel through power The Controller is plugged into filters. Plugging the Controller directly into a a power strip. wall outlet works best. Other modules are loading down the signal. Move the other modules or the Controller to another outlet.

In-LineLinc is not Linking to or working with an INSTEON Controller or device. In-LineLinc doesn't always respond to an INSTEON Controller.

Add new INSTEON devices or move around The INSTEON signal may be existing INSTEON devices. All INSTEON too weak. devices act as INSTEON network repeaters. The INSTEON Controller may have been reset without first Unlinking In-LineLinc from it. Re-link In-LineLinc to the INSTEON Controller. See Linking an INSTEON Controller to In-LineLinc. Check scene membership and remove any unwanted Links from In-LineLinc.

The load turned on by itself.

Install a power line signal blocker in your Another Controller, a timer, or home to keep X10 signals from neighboring stray X10 signals triggered In- homes from interfering. Consider not using InLineLinc. LineLinc in X10 mode. If the above doesn't work, perform a factory reset. See Resetting In-LineLinc to Its Factory Default Settings.

The load is producing In-LineLinc turns on, but electrical noise that is not off, using another interfering with the InController. LineLinc reception of power line signal. Unlike previous X10-only In-LineLinc doesn't products, In-LineLinc does respond to X10 address not have an X10 address set A1 when I first set it up. up at the factory.

Install a power line noise filter between the load and In-LineLinc. Install additional INSTEON devices to boost the INSTEON signal. Set up an X10 address. See Setting the X10 Address.

Remove power from In-LineLinc, usually by A surge or excessive noise on opening the breaker feeding it. In-LineLinc is locked up. the power line may have If the above doesn't work, perform a factory glitched it. reset. See Resetting In-LineLinc to Its Factory Default Settings. The Controller can turn off In-LineLinc, but InLineLinc does not turn on when I send an ON command from the Controller.

In-LineLinc may be Linked at Re-Link In-LineLinc to the Controller, while its off state. the load is on. SeeLinking at Off.

If you have tried these solutions, reviewed this Owner's Manual, and still cannot resolve an issue

you are having with In-LineLinc, please call: INSTEON Gold Support Line 800-762-7845

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In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense Specifications

See In-LineLinc On/Off Module w/ Sense Specifications on Smarthome.com

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Certification
This product has been thoroughly tested by Intertek Testing Services, a nationally recognized independent third-party laboratory. The North American ETL Listed mark signifies that the product has been tested to and has met the requirements of a widely recognized consensus of US and Canadian product safety standards, that the manufacturing site has been audited, and that the manufacturer has agreed to a program of quarterly factory follow-up inspections to verify continued conformance.

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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. If the product is found to be defective in material or workmanship, or if the product does not perform as warranted above during the warranty period, Seller will either repair it, replace it, or refund the purchase price, at its option, upon receipt of the product at the address below, postage prepaid, with proof of the date of purchase and an explanation of the defect or error. The repair, replacement, or refund that is provided for above shall be the full extent of Seller's liability with respect to this product. For repair or replacement during the warranty period, call the INSTEON Gold Support Line at 800-762-7845 with the Model # and Revision # of the device to receive an RMA# and send the product, along with all other required materials to: Smarthome, Inc. ATTN: Receiving Dept. 16542 Millikan Ave.

Irvine, CA 92606-5027

Limitations
The above warranty is in lieu of and Seller disclaims all other warranties, whether oral or written, expressed or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranty, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, which may not be disclaimed or supplanted as provided above shall be limited to the one-year period of the express warranty above. No other representation or claim of any nature by any person shall be binding upon Seller or modify the terms of the above warranty and disclaimer. Home automation products have the risk of failure to operate, incorrect operation, or electrical or mechanical tampering. For optimal use, manually verify the device state. Any home automation product should be viewed as a convenience, but not as a sole method for controlling your home. In no event shall Seller be liable for special, incidental, consequential, or other damages resulting from the possession or use of this product, including without limitation damage to property and, to the extent permitted by law, personal injury, even if Seller knew or should have known of the possibility of such damages. Some states do now allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or the exclusion or limitations of damages, in which case the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other legal rights that may vary from state to state.

INSTEON Technology Patent

U.S. Patent No. 7,345,998, International patents pending

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