INSTEON 2842-222, 2842-522, 2842-422 User Manual

Set button

Close-up of battery compartment

LED

Quick Start Guide

INSTEON® Motion Sensor Models: 2842-222, 2842-422, 2842-522

Tools Needed

• Small Phillips screwdriver

Introduction

The INSTEON Motion Sensor is an indoor/outdoor motion sensor that will turn INSTEON-controlled lights on and off in response to movement around your home. The sensor also contains a photocell, allowing you to configure the unit to only turn your lights on at night. Pair the Motion Sensor with INSTEON software for almost limitless automation possibilities.

In this package you will find the Motion Sensor, a 9V battery, a swivel mount and 2 screws.

Operation

When Motion is Sensed

1) When motion is sensed the Motion Sensor will send an ON command to up to 30 linked INSTEON responders and flash its LED (unless it is daytime and unit is in night-only mode)

2) Sensor will begin its automatic countdown

3) Whenever motion is sensed during countdown, the countdown will be reset to easily allow you to create “occupied” versus “unoccupied” modes for your home

4) When countdown expires the Sensor will send an OFF command to all linked responders (unless it is in on-only mode)

Applications

• Turn on driveway or front step lights when visitors approach

• Have your fountain always on when you are around (and off when you are away)

• Save money by having HVAC and lighting automatically go into energy-saving mode when no one is around

Setup

Insert Battery

Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove screw and cover from battery compartment on back of unit. Attach the included 9V battery. Do not replace compartment cover until instructed to do so later in this manual. Wait 5 minutes for the circuit to stabilize. Then, to confirm unit is functioning, tap the Set button a couple of times while watching the front of the unit. Each time you tap the Set button, a red LED behind the sensor lens will flash. Don’t worry if the LED flashes when you are not tapping the Set button; it is simply indicating that motion is being detected.

Dual-Band Products and Access Points

If you want Motion Sensor to control a powerline-only device, you need at least one INSTEON Access Point (#2443) or other dualband product installed in your home.

Make Motion Sensor a Controller

1) Press and hold the set button on Motion Sensor for 5 seconds

Motion Sensor LED (behind sensor lens) will start blinking red

2) Turn responder on (or any other state such as on 50% or even off)

3) Press and hold responder set button until it double-beeps

Motion Sensor LED will stop blinking

4) Test by tapping Motion Sensor set button

Responder load will respond appropriately Motion Sensor LED will blink red

5) Repeat steps 1-4 for up to 32 responders you wish Motion Sensor to control

2452-222/2452-422/2452-522 Rev. 11/6/2012 1:27 PM / See Owner’s Manual for Warranty Information. Protected under U.S. and foreign patents (see www.insteon.com) © Copyright 2012 INSTEON, 16542 Millikan Ave., Irvine, CA 92606, 800-762-7845

Detecting Area

Placement Tips

Select a location that will provide the coverage required while keeping in mind the following potential problems:

• Reflective surfaces - Do not aim the detector at reflective surfaces such as mirrors or windows as this may distort the

coverage pattern or reflect sunlight directly onto the detector

• Air flow - Avoid locations that are subject to direct high air flow such as near an air duct outlet

• Moisture - Do not place the detector near sources of steam or oil

• Sunlight - Do not aim the detector such that it will receive direct or reflected (mirror) sunlight

• Obstruction - Do not limit the coverage with large objects within the detection area such as plants or filing cabinets

• Pet rejection - Do not aim the detector at a stairway which a pet has access to and do not place furniture or objects higher

than 3 ft./0.9 m, which a pet can climb onto (e.g. a cat on a couch), closer than 6 ft./1.8 m to the detector

• Fireplace - Do not place the detector near a fireplace due to the light and heat

• Snow or ice – Snow or ice on the Fresnel lens may interfere with Motion Sensor’s ability to detect motion

• Dirt – Dirt on the Fresnel lens may interfere with Motion Sensor’s ability to detect motion

Mount Sensor

1) Use the two small screws (included) to secure the swivel mounting bracket at your desired location

2) Slide Motion Sensor onto the swivel mounting bracket (sliding the unit to the right) until you hear a click

3) Aim Motion Sensor towards the area in which you wish to detect motion

4) Test by walking through the area. Responder(s) should respond appropriately when motion is sensed and turn off 30 seconds

after last motion sensed.

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