Marmitek AMM31 User Manual

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AMM31

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Appliance Micromodule, 1 load

USER MANUAL

20396/20111018 • AMM31
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS....................................................... 2

SAFETY WARNINGS ......................................................... 3

HOW DOES MARMITEK X-10 WORK? ............................ 4

ADRESSES ......................................................................... 4

SIGNAL RANGE ................................................................ 5

ONE-LOAD APPLIANCE MICRO MODULE....................... 7

FUNCTIONS ...................................................................... 7

INSTALLATION ................................................................. 9

PROGRAMMING. ........................................................... 10

FREQENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ................................... 11

TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................... 13

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY.................................. 15

COPYRIGHTS .................................................................. 16

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SAFETY WARNINGS

• The wiring of your electrical installation is live (230 V)
and extremely dangerous. Never connect the module
when plugged into the mains. Always turn off the
main switch before starting the installation.

• This product is for professional use and should be
installed by a certified installer."

• To prevent short circuits, this product should only be
used inside and only in dry spaces. Do not expose the
components to rain or moisture. Do not use the
product close to a bath, swimming pool etc.

• Do not expose the components of your systems to
extremely high temperatures or bright light sources.

• In case of improper usage or if you have altered and
repaired the product yourself, all guarantees expire.
Marmitek does not accept responsibility in the case of
improper usage of the product or when the product is
used for purposes other than specified. Marmitek
does not accept responsibility for additional damage
other than covered by the legal product
responsibility.

• This product is not a toy. Keep out of reach of
children.

• Do not open the product: the device may contain live
parts. The product should only be repaired or serviced
by a qualified expert.

• Automatic switching devices provide comfort, but can
also be dangerous. They can surprise people or can
ignite clothing hanging over an electric heat source.
Please be careful and take appropriate measures to
avoid accidents.

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HOW DOES MARMITEK X-10 WORK?

Marmitek X-10 components use the existing mains wiring
to communicate (using Marmitek X-10 signals). You can
build a complete system using the three different kind of
components of the Marmitek X-10 System:

1. Modules: These components will receive Marmitek X-10

signals and will switch or dim the attached lamp or
appliance. Examples of these modules are lamp modules
and appliance modules. These are available as build-in,
micro, DIN rail and plug-in modules.

2. Controllers: These components will transmit Marmitek

X-10 signals and thus will control the Modules.

3. Transmitters:Wireless components like remotes. The

signals of these components will be received by a
controller with transceiver functionality (IRRF 7243, TM13,
CM15Pro…..). The Transceiver will translate the signals into
Marmitek X-10 signals on the power line.

ADRESSES

Up to a maximum of 256 different addresses can be preset.
These are subdivided into a so-called HouseCode (A to P
incl.) and a UnitCode (1 to 16 incl.). The HouseCode can
also be set on the controllers, so that the controllers and
modules become part of the same system. The address can
be set either using code dials or by pressing buttons,
depending on the type of module.
The Marmitek X-10 System uses standard commands,
which control all units with the same HouseCode at the
same time (e.g. all lights on, all units off, etc.).

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SIGNAL RANGE

Range of Marmitek X-10 signals over the Power Line
and how to increase the range.

The Marmitek X-10 System is based on power line
communication. The range of the Marmitek X-10 signals
very much depends on the local circumstances. On average
the range is a cable length of 80 meters.

If you have difficulties with the range of your
Marmitek X-10 signals, please pay attention to the
following facts:

1. When more than one phase is used for your electrical

system, it is necessary to couple these phases for the
Marmitek X-10 signals. For coupling you can use FD10
Phase Couplers/Filters. You only need to install a Phase
Coupler/Filter when your wall outlets and light switches
are divided over more than one phase (more than one
group is no problem). For bigger buildings or longer
distances we advice you to use an active repeater instead
of passive FD10’s.

2. It is possible that Marmitek X-10 signals are attenuated

by devices and lights which are connected to the power
line. In a normal home situation this effect is negligible
(the Marmitek X-10 system is using active gain control to
eliminate the effects). However, it is possible that a
particular device in your house is attenuating the signals so
much that the range of Marmitek X-10 signals is decreased
significantly. When you have range problems, it is wise to
try to locate the device which is attenuating the signals
simply by unplugging devices from the power line, and
testing the differences in range for your Marmitek system.
When e.g. your conclusion is that e.g. your computer
monitor is attenuating the signal, you can use a FM10

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