INSTEON 2442-422, 2442-522, 2442-222 User Manual
Micro Dimmer
North America
EU/AUS/NZ
Owner’s Manual
2442-222 (US)
2442-422 (EU)
2442-522 (AUS/NZ)
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About Micro Dimmer ................................................................................................................................... 4
Features and Benefits ............................................................................................................................... 4
Before Installation ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Identifying the Electrical Wires in Your Home (North America only) ......................................................... 5
Identifying the Electrical Wires in Your Home (Europe/Australia/New Zealand) ....................................... 5
Identify Switch Type .................................................................................................................................. 5
Installation ................................................................................................................................................... 6
Switch Operation Mode .............................................................................................................................. 7
Change to Single Momentary Mode .......................................................................................................... 7
Change to Dual Momentary Mode ............................................................................................................ 7
Change to Latching Mode (default) ........................................................................................................... 8
3-Way Toggle Mode (Latching Switches Only, Default) .......................................................................... 8
Local Control Operation ............................................................................................................................. 9
Latching Switch (Default) ........................................................................................................................... 9
Single Momentary Switch .......................................................................................................................... 9
Dual Momentary Switch ............................................................................................................................. 9
Adjust Local Settings ............................................................................................................................... 10
Local On-Level ........................................................................................................................................ 10
Local Ramp Rate ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Resume Dim ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Change LED Brightness (or turn it off) .................................................................................................... 11
Error Blink ................................................................................................................................................ 12
Blink on Traffic ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Beep on Button Press .............................................................................................................................. 12
Programming Lock .................................................................................................................................. 12
INSTEON Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 12
INSTEON Controllers, Responders and Links ........................................................................................ 12
Configure INSTEON Settings .................................................................................................................. 13
Make Micro Module a Responder (Set butt on)........................................................................................ 13
Make Micro Module a Responder (Switc h) ............................................................................................. 13
Make Micro Module a Controller (Set butt on).......................................................................................... 13
Make Micro Module a Controller (Swit ch) ............................................................................................... 14
Groups ..................................................................................................................................................... 14
Scenes ..................................................................................................................................................... 14
Make Micro Module a Controller of Multip le Res po nder s ....................................................................... 15
Remove Micro Module as a Controller .................................................................................................... 15
Remove Micro Module as a Responder .................................................................................................. 15
Remove Micro Module as a Controller of Multiple Responders .............................................................. 15
Factory Reset .......................................................................................................................................... 16
X10 Setup ................................................................................................................................................... 16
Add X10 Address ..................................................................................................................................... 16
Remove X10 Address .............................................................................................................................. 16
Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 17
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................ 20
Stuck/Disabled Buttons ........................................................................................................................... 22
Phase Bridge Detect Beacon/RF Range Test ......................................................................................... 22
Certification and Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 23
Certification .............................................................................................................................................. 23
FCC and Industry Canada Compliance Statement ................................................................................. 23
Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................................................................ 23
ETL/UL Warning (Safety Warning) .......................................................................................................... 23
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Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................................................... 23
Limitations................................................................................................................................................ 24
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About Micro Dimmer
In the Box
Tools Needed
Optional Accessories
Micro Dimmer
Slotted screwdriver
Mini Remote
Quick Start Guide
Phillips screwdriver
INSTEON Hub
Wire cutter/stripper
Voltage meter
excess of the specified maximum(s) or, install in locations with electricity specifications which are outside of the product’s
Sense #1
Sense #2
LED
Antenna (secured for
shipping purposes)
(yellow)
(purple)
Features and Benefits
- Integrated dimmer featuring 32 dim levels and 32 ramp rates
- Wires in behind existing wall switch or in fixtur e box (requires neutral wire)
- Compatible with latching, single momentary and dual momentary switches
- Sense wires allow local control from any standard wall switch
- Can contain up to 400 controller/responder links
- X10 compatible
- All settings preserved in non-volatile memory, even through power failures
- Beeper for easy setup assistance; can also function as a chime module
- Local programming lockout available via software
- 2-year warranty
Before Installation
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference.
This product is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations i n the United States or
the Canadian Electrical Code and local regulations in Canada. Use indoors only.
This product is not designed or approved for use on power lines other than 100-240VAC,50Hz or 60Hz, single phase. Attempting
to use this product on non-approved power lines may have hazardous consequences.
- Use only indoors or in outdoor rated box
- Be sure that you have turned off the circuit breaker or removed the fuse for the circuit you are installing this product into.
Installing this product with the power on will expose you to dangerous voltages.
- Connect using only copper or copper-clad wire
- This product may feel warm during operation. The amount of heat generated is within approved limits and poses no
hazards. To minimize heat buildup, ensure the area surrounding this product is as clear of clutter as possible.
- Each INSTEON product is assigned a unique INSTEON I.D., which is printed on the product’s label.
- To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage to other equipment, do not use this product to control loads in
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specifications. If this device supports dimming, please note that dimming an inductive load, such as a fan or transformer,
could cause damage to the dimmer, the load bearing device, or both. If the manufacturer of the load device does not
electrical circuitry, you should have a qualified electrician install the product for you.
recommend dimming, use a non-dimming INSTEON on/off switch. USER ASSUMES ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH
DIMMING AN INDUCTIVE LOAD.
Identifying the Electrical Wires in Your Home (North America only)
- Line: usually black (may also be called hot, live or power), carries 120VAC electricity into the wall box
- Neutral: usually white or white wire bundle, commonly daisy-chained from box to box
- Load: usually black, from a separate cable jacket
- Ground: bare copper wire or metal fixture (if grounded)
Identifying the Electrical Wires in Your Home (Europe/Australia/New Zealand)
- As wire colors vary from country to country, make sure you always check your electrical wires with a voltage meter to
correctly identify line, load, neutral and ground wires
- If you have any questions, consult an electrician or your electricity supplier to learn more about your country’s wiring colors
and labels
IMPORTANT!
If you have any difficulties or questions, consult an electrician. If you are not knowledgeable about, and comfortable with,
Identify Switch Type
Before you insta ll Micro module behind a switch, you must determine which switch operation mode
applies to your switch—latching, single momentary or dual momentary—as each is wired differently:
• Latching (default mode): Switch has no central position. It can be tapped on both the top and
bottom and remains in that state once released.
• Single momentary: Switch can only be tapped in one location. It returns to central position once
released.
• Dual momentary: Switch can be tapped on both the top and bottom. It returns to central position
once released.
Note: If you are installing Micro module in a fixture box, switch operation mode does not apply.
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Installation
1) Write down the INSTEON ID found on the back of the unit (XX.XX.XX)
2) Turn off breaker/fuse and verify that the power is off
3) Disconnect wires fr om existing switch, fixture or outl et and prep all wires to be connecte d to Micro
module, with 3/16” (5mm) of bare wire on the ends
4) Connect wires per diagram which corresponds to your installation
Note: sense lines carry very low current (~0.35mA 240V, ~0.17mA for 120V)
5) After ensuring wires are firmly connected and that there is no exposed wire, turn on breaker/fuse
After a few seconds, load will turn on (if wired into switch or fixture) and Micro module LED will turn
green
6) Test by tapping Micro module on/off buttons
Load will turn on and off
Micro Module LED will turn green when load is on and red when load is off
7) If installing a single momentary or dual momentary switch
a) Press and hold set button until it beeps
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LED will start blinking green
b) Press and hold set button until it beeps a second time
LED will start blinking red
c) Press and hold set button until it beeps a third time
LED will start blinking green
d) Perform the step that applies
• For single momentary: slowly tap set button four times
LED will continue blinking green
• For dual momentary: slowly tap set button five times
LED will start double-blinking green
• To switch back to latching: slowly tap set button six times
LED will start blinking green
e) Once the mode is selected, press and hold set button until it double-beeps
LED will stop blinking and turn green if load is on or red if load is off
Switch Operation Mode
By default, Micro module is programmed for a latching switch. Program the switch operation for single
momentary mode, dual momentary mode or back to latching mode according to your switch type. These
settings can also be configured remotely via software (sold separately).
To determine Micro module’s current switch operation mode, simply tap set button:
• If it beeps, Micro module is configured for a single momentary switch
• If it double-beeps, Micro module is configured for a dual momentary switch
• If it triple-beeps, Micro module is configured for a latching switch (default)
Change to Single Momentary Mode
1) Press and hold set button until it beeps
LED will start blinking green
2) Press and hold set button until it beeps a second time
LED will start blinking red
3) Press and hold set button until it beeps a third time
LED will start blinking green
4) Slowly tap set button four times
LED will continue bl inki ng g r een
5) Press and hold set button until it double-beeps
LED will stop blinking
6) Test mode change by tapping switch on and off
Load will respond appropriately
Change to Dual Momentary Mode
1) Press and hold set button until it beeps
LED will start blinking green
2) Press and hold set button until it beeps a second time
LED will start blinking red
3) Press and hold set button until it beeps a third time
LED will start blinking green
4) Slowly tap set button five times
LED will start dou bl e-blinking green
5) Press and hold set button until it double-beeps
LED will stop blinking
6) Test mode change by tapping switch top and bottom
Load will respond appropriately
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Change to Latching Mode (default)
1) Press and hold set button until it beeps
LED will start blinking green
2) Press and hold set button until it beeps a second time
LED will start blinking red
3) Press and hold set button until it beeps a third time
LED will start blinking green
4) Slowly tap set button six times
LED will continue bl inki ng g r een
5) Press and hold set button until it double-beeps
LED will stop blinking
6) Test mode change by tapping switch on and off
Load will respond appropriately
3-Way Toggle Mode (Latching Switches O nly, Default)
Because Micro module comes programmed for latching switches, 3-way toggle mode is enabled by
default. Normally, a latching switch reads the switch’s up position as on and down position as off. For
example, if you turn Micro module on from the latching switch and off from another controller, the switch is
still in the up (on) position; turning Micro module back on from the switch would require you to tap the
switch down, then up again.
The 3-way toggle mode overrides this sense feature, so in that same scenario—turning Micro module on
at the switch and off from another controller, so switch is in up (on) position—you could then turn Micro
module on at the switch by tapping it down.
If you are installing Micro module behind a single or dual momentary switch, 3-way toggle mode is
ignored. If desired, you can disable (or re-enable) 3-way toggle mode by following thes e instr uct ions :
1) Press and hold set button until it beeps
LED will start blinking green
2) Press and hold set button until it beeps a second time
LED will start blinking red
3) Press and hold set button until it beeps a third time
LED will start blinking green
4) Press and hold set button until it beeps a fourth time
LED will start blinking red
5) Slowly tap s et button 4 times
Micro module will beep
LED will continue blinking red
6) Press and hold set button until it double-beeps
LED will stop blinking
3-way toggle mode is now disabled (or re-enabled)
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