INSTEON 2486Dxxx User Manual

8-button KeypadLinc

6-button KeypadLinc

KeypadLinc™ Dimmer

INSTEON® 6- and 8-Button Scene Control Keypad with Dimmer
Owner’s Manual, Rev 5.0+
(#2486Dxxx)

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KeypadLinc – Features and Benefits ........................................................................................................ 3

Features..................................................................................................................................................... 3

What’s in the box? ..................................................................................................................................... 3

Installing KeypadLinc ................................................................................................................................. 4

Identifying the Electrical Wires in your Home ............................................................................................ 4

Tools Needed ............................................................................................................................................ 4

Button Naming ........................................................................................................................................... 4

Installation – Circ uit with 1 Switch ............................................................................................................. 5

Installation – Circ uit with 2 Switches ......................................................................................................... 6

Installation – Circuit with 3 (or more) Switches ......................................................................................... 7

Using KeypadLinc ....................................................................................................................................... 9

LEDs .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Button Taps ............................................................................................................................................... 9

Button Tap / Press and Holds ................................................................................................................... 9

Local On-Level .......................................................................................................................................... 9

Setting Up INSTEON Scenes ................................................................................................................... 10

Add KeypadLinc Button to a Scene as a Controller ................................................................................ 10

Remove KeypadLinc Button from a Scene as a Controller ..................................................................... 10

Add KeypadLinc Button to a Scene as a Responder .............................................................................. 11

Remove KeypadLinc from a Scene as a Responder .............................................................................. 11

Changing Button Modes (Toggle / Non-Toggle Mode) ........................................................................... 11

LED Brightness ........................................................................................................................................ 12

Power Restore ......................................................................................................................................... 12

Add X10 Address to a Button .................................................................................................................. 12

Remove X10 Address from a Button ....................................................................................................... 12

Advanced X10 Programming................................................................................................................... 12

Advanced Features ................................................................................................................................... 13

Add Multiple Scene Responders (formerly “Multi-Linking Mode”) ........................................................... 13

Remove Multiple Scene Responders (formerly “Multi-Unlinking Mode”) ................................................ 13

Synchronized Scenes (formerly “Cross-Linking”) .................................................................................... 13

Beep on Button Tap or Press .................................................................................................................. 14

“Radio” Button Groups (only 1 LED of “N” at a time – software recommended) ..................................... 15

Air Gap..................................................................................................................................................... 16

Factory Reset .......................................................................................................................................... 16

Changing Between 6 and 8 Button Configurations ................................................................................. 17

Changing to 6-Button Configuration .................................................................................................... 17

Changing to 8-Button Configuration .................................................................................................... 17

Changing Buttons .................................................................................................................................... 18

Local-Ramp-Rate (software recommended) ........................................................................................... 18

Additional Resources ............................................................................................................................... 18

Helpful Videos ......................................................................................................................................... 18

Optional Accessories ............................................................................................................................... 19

Specifications ............................................................................................................................................ 19

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................ 21

Certification and Warranty ....................................................................................................................... 24

Certification .............................................................................................................................................. 24

FCC and Industry Canada Compliance Statement ................................................................................. 24

ETL / UL Warning (Safety Warning) ........................................................................................................ 24

Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................................................... 24

Limitations ............................................................................................................................................ 24

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KeypadLinc – Features and Benefits

Congratulations on purchasing the elegant, high-quality KeypadLinc INSTEON/X10 scene controller. This
intuitive keypad controls up to 6/8 scenes and has a built-in dimmer to create dramatic whole-room
changes at the tap of a button. Additionally, each button has an LED backlight that can be easily
configured as a status indicator for virtually any INSTEON device/scene you wish to monitor.

Features

- Easy to set up and use

- Integrated dimmer (up to 600 watts)

- 32 dim levels and ramp rates

- Each button can be a scene controller and/or responder

- Each button can control the other buttons on the keypad

- Supports up to 417 scene memberships

- Multiple buttons can be included in the same scene

- Dual On/Off settings: toggle (default) and “always send On/Off”

- Dimmable status LEDs

- Beeper makes setup a breeze and can function as a chime module

- Configurable to beep on each button tap or press

- X10 compatible

- Wires in like a standard wall switch (requires a Neutral wire)

- All settings preserved in non-volatile memory through power failures

- Local programming lockout available via software

- 2-year warranty

- Custom-etched buttons available

- Can be converted between 6- and 8-button modes

What’s in the Box?

- KeypadLinc Dimmer

- Quick Start Guide

- 2 mounting screws

- 4 wire nuts

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Installing KeypadLinc

electrical circuitry, you should have a qualified electrician install the product for you.

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 in 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 120V 60Hz, single phase. Attempting to use this product on non-approved power lines may have
hazardous consequences.

Recommended installation practices:

- 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 the rear of this product is as clear of clutter as possible.

- Each INSTE O N product is assigned a unique INSTEON ID, 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

excess of the specified maximum(s) or, install in locations with electricity specificati ons which are outside of the product’s
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
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

- Line – usually Black, may also be called HOT, LIVE or Power, carries 120VAC electricity into the wall box

- Neutral – usually White commonly daisy chained from box to box usually appearing as a White wire bundle

- Load – usually Black from a separate cable jacket

- Ground – Bare wire or metal fixture (if grounded)

IMPORTANT!
If you have any difficulties or questions, consult an electrician. If you are not knowledgeable about, and comfortable with

Tools Needed

• Flathead screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver

• Wire cutter/stripper • Voltage meter

Button Naming

Throughout this manual, we will use the following naming conventions:

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Installation – Circuit with 1 Switch

KeypadLinc Wire

Wall Box Wires

Ground

green screw)

Neutral

(commonly white)

Load

(light, fan, etc.)

Line

(120V to Ground)

1) At electrical panel, turn off circuit breaker(s) and/or remove fuse(s) feeding wall box. Verify that the
power is off before continuing.

2) Remove wallplate from the switch. Unscrew switch and gently pull out.

3) Disconnect wires from switch.

4) Turn on power.

5) Use a voltage meter to identify the Line and Load
wires connected to the switch.

6) Identify Neutral and Ground wires.

7) Turn off power.

8) Connect wires as per table/diagram (confirm firm
attachment with no exposed wire)

9) With button labels right-side up, gently place
KeypadLinc into wall box and screw into place.

10) Turn on power.

KeypadLinc’s ON button and connected light
will turn on.

11) Verify KeypadLinc is working properly by tapping
ON and OFF on a 6-button KeypadLinc or MAIN
On/Off on a 8-button Ke ypadLinc .

KeypadLinc’s button LED and connected load will turn on and off.

12) Reinstall the wallplate.

1

Bare copper

(commonly bare

copper, green wire or

White

Red

Black

1

If the wires cannot be detached by unscrewing them, cut the wires where they enter the switch, then strip ½” of insulation off the ends.

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Installation – Circuit with 2 Switches

Circuits with 2 switches are called 3-way circuits. Both switches in a 3-way circuit need to be replaced by
KeypadLincs (and/or SwitchLincs).
Note: 3-way circuits require a pair of wires called Travelers between joining wall boxes to operate.
INSTEON switches, dimmers and keypads do not require both Traveler wires for 3-way circuits to
function. Simply wire one to Line, Neutral and Load; the other(s) to Line and Neutral. Use one Traveler to
share Line between boxes. Adding to a Scene creates a virtual 3-way circuit.

1) Turn off circuit breaker(s) and/or remove fuse(s) feeding wall boxes (verify that power is off)

2) Pull both switches from their wall boxes, each existing 3-way switch will have no less than 3 wires

3) Remove wires from existing switches

4) Make sure wires are safely separated from each other and turn power back on

5) Using a voltage meter measure each wire to Ground in both boxes until you find the single wire
supplying 120V (Line)

a. We will now refer to that location as box 1
b. The other box will have the Load wire. That will be box 2

6) Turn power back off

In Box 1 (Line box)

7) Connect bare Ground wire f r om
the KeypadLinc to bare Ground
wire or Ground screw in wall box

8) Connect White Neutral wire from
KeypadLinc to Neutral wire(s) in
wall box (usually White)

9) Using a wire nut, cap Red wire
from KeypadLinc

10) Connect Black wire from
KeypadLinc to 120V Line wire in
wall box (usually Black) along with
one Traveler wire running between
boxes (preferably Black). Note
color of Traveler you are using as
this will carry Line voltage to box 2

11) Cap unused Traveler

In Box 2 (Load box)

12) Connect bare Ground wire from
KeypadLinc to bare Ground
wire or Ground scr e w in wall
box

13) Connect White Neutral wire
from KeypadLinc to Neutral
wire(s) in wall box (usually
White)

14) Connect Red wire from
KeypadLinc to Load wire

15) Connect Black wire from
KeypadLinc to same color
Traveler from box 1 carrying
Line (usually Black )

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16) Cap unused Traveler wire

17) With button labels right-side up, gently place KeypadLincs into wall boxes and screw in place

18) Turn power back on

KeypadLinc’s On button and connected light will turn on
Only KeypadLinc in box 2 will operate the Load until you synchronize Scenes to t he 2
devices

19) Add both KeypadLincs to a Scene as a Controller and Responder of each other (see
Synchronized Scenes)

20) Verify both KeypadLincs are working properly by tapping On and Off on a 6 button KeypadLinc or
MAIN On and Off on an 8 button KeypadLinc turning connected light on and off

21) Reinstall wallplates

Installation – Circuit with 3 (or more) Switches

Circuits with 3 or more switches are called 3-way/4-way circuits. All switches in 3-way/4-way circuits need
to be replaced by KeypadLincs (and/or SwitchLincs).
Note: 3-way/4-way circuits require a pair of wires called Travelers between joining wall boxes to operate.
INSTEON switches, dimmers and keypads do not require both Traveler wires for 3-way/4-way circuits to
function. Simply wire one to Line, Neutral and Load; the other(s) to Line and Neutral. Use one Traveler to
share Line between boxes. Adding to a Scene creates a virtual 3-way/4-way circuit. The following
example shows three switches.

1) Turn off circuit breaker(s) and/or remove fuse(s) feeding wall boxes (verify that power is off)

2) Pull all three switches from their wall boxes, each existing 3-way switch will have a minimum 3
wires; 4-way switches will have 4 wires

3) Remove wires from existing switches

4) Make sure wires are safely separated from each other and turn power back on

5) Using a voltage meter measure each wire to Ground in all three boxes until you find the single
wire supplying 120V (Line)

a. We will now refer to that location as box 1
b. The location having 2 sets of matching pairs of wires will be box 2 (i.e. 2 Reds and 2

Blacks, or other matching colors). These are 2 Travelers from box 1 and 2 Travelers
leading to box 3.

c. The last box will have the Load wire, that will be box 3

6) Turn power back off

In Box 1 (Line box)

7) Connect bare Ground wire from
KeypadLinc to bare Ground wire or
Ground screw in wall box

8) Connect White Neutral wire from
KeypadLinc to Neutral wire(s) in
wall box (usually White)

9) Cap Red wire from KeypadLinc

10) Connect Black wire from
KeypadLinc to 120V Line wire in
wall box (usually Black) along with
one Traveler wire running between
boxes (preferably Black). Note
color of Traveler you are using as
this will carry Line voltage to box 2

11) Cap unused Traveler wire

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In Box 2 (Traveler box)

12) Connect bare Ground wire from
KeypadLinc to bare Ground wire or
Ground screw in wall box

13) Connect White Neutral wire from
KeypadLinc to Neutral wire(s) in
wall box (usually White)

1

14) Cap Red wire from KeypadLinc

15) Connect Black wire from
KeypadLinc to same color Traveler
from box 1 that you connected to
Line along with same color
Traveler wires leading to box 3

16) Cap the last unused Traveler
wire(s)

In Box 3 (Load box)

17) Connect bare Ground wire from
KeypadLinc to bare Ground wire
or Ground screw in wall box

18) Connect White Neutral wire from
KeypadLinc to Neutral wires(s)
in wall box (usually White)

19) Connect Red wire from
KeypadLinc to Load wire
(usually Black)

20) Connect Black wire from
KeypadLinc to Line Traveler
from box 2 (Line Traveled from
box 1 through 2 into 3 usually
Black)

21) Cap unused Traveler wire

22) With button labels right-side up,
gently place KeypadLincs into
wall boxes and screw in place

23) Turn power back On

KeypadLinc’s On button and connected light will turn on
Only KeypadLinc in box 3 will operate the load until you synchronize Scenes on the 3
devices

24) Add each KeypadLincs to a Scene as a Controller and Responder of each other (see
Synchronized Scenes)

22) Verify all KeypadLincs are working properly by tapping On and Off on a 6 button KeypadLinc or
MAIN On and Off on an 8 button KeypadLinc turning connected light on and off

25) Reinstall wallplates

1

If Neutral is not available in this box; use other unused Traveler from box 1 to carry Neutral to box 2. Label and mark any differently colored wire being connected to Neutral

with a piece of white tape to flag it as Neutral.

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