Radio Shack 61-2677C User Manual

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Cat. No. 61-2677C
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
Mini Remote Control Center
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INTRODUCTION
With your RadioShack Mini Remote Control Center you can discover the conveni enc e, com fort , and sec uri ty o f a Plug ’N Power® system.
You can turn off all lights and appliances plugged into your Plug ’N Power Mini Remote Control Center with the touch of one button from anywhere in your home.
The Mini Remote Control Center lets you control up to eight groups of lights or appliances anywhere in your house, us­ing special modules (not included). There are several differ­ent types of modules — some plug into AC outlets and others replace wall outlets or wall swit ches, so yo u can tail or your system to your needs. RadioShack stocks a wide range of modules and Plug ’N Power accessories.
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RadioShack and Plug ’N Power are registered trademarks
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All Rights Reserved.
used by Tandy Corporation.
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CONTENTS
Preparation ....................................................................... 4
House Codes ................................................................ 5
Unit Codes ............................................ ..... ...... ............. 6
Installation ........................................................................ 7
Setting Up the Control Center ....................................... 7
Setting Up the Modules ................................................. 7
Setting the Module’s Codes . ...... ..... ...... ...................... 12
Connecting Lights or Appliances to Modules .............. 13
Operation ........................................................................ 14
Controlling Modules by Unit Codes ............................. 14
Turning On All Lights ................................................... 15
Turning Off All Units .................................................... 16
Dimming Lights ........................................................... 17
Manual Control of Lights and Appliances .................... 18
Intercom Interference .................................................. 19
Power Interruptions ..................................................... 19
Safety Precautions ........................................................ 20
Troubleshooting ............................................................ 22
Plug ’N Power System Chart ....................................... 24
Care ................................................................................. 25
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PREPARATION
Plug ’N Power contr ollers, such as your Mini Remote Con­trol Center send out high-frequency signals through your household’s wiri ng sy st em . Th e Pl ug ’N Power modules (not included) receive the controller’s signals and turn the con­nected lights or appliances on or off. Be sure to carefully read this manual and the manuals that come with the mod­ules. They are desi gne d to hel p yo u get th e most fr om y our Plug ’N Power system.
Example of a Plug ’N Power System In Use
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Two different types of codes —
codes
— allow you to control many different modules or groups of modules within your home. It is important that you understand how these codes are used before you set up your system.
house codes
and
unit
HOUSE CODES
A
O
M
K
I
have its own controller and modules. Different house codes also help you avoid interference be-
tween your Plug ’N Power system and other similar systems in your neighborhood.
The house code is the master code for a Plug ’N Power system. Set
C
on the controller and all the modules it controls to the same house code (
E
through P). You can operate two or more
G
independent Plug ’N Power systems in your home by using a different house code for each system. Each system must
HOUSE CODE
A
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UNIT CODES
In each Plug ’N Power system, you can operate up to 16 different modules or
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groups of modules. Set
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desired code ( you independently control each group of
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modules that you set to the same unit
1–16
UNIT CODE
). The controller lets
to the
13
15
11
1
9
code.
The Mini Remote Control Center is intended for small Plug ’N Power systems and d oes no t provide in dep enden t contro l of all 16 unit codes. You can use it to independently control only unit codes
LIGHTS ON
and
with unit codes
1
through 8. (The Mini Controller’s
ALL UNITS OFF
1–16
. (See “Operation” on Page 14.) If you
commands affect modules
ALL
need independen t c ontro l of m ore th an eig ht groups of mod­ules, we suggest our 16-Button Controller, available at your local RadioShack store.
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INSTALLATION
SETTING UP THE CONTROL CENTER
Because the Mini Remote Control Center controls the modules through your exist­ing house wiring, set up of the controller is easy. Plug the controller’s AC cord into a convenient AC outlet, then
HOUSE CODE
set of the 16 house codes ( through P).
SETTING UP THE MODULES
The following are types of Plug ’N Power modules available from RadioShack. We include a brief description of each type here, but be sure to read and follow the instructions that come with each module. Other types of modules are also available. If yo u ha ve special Plug ’N Power needs, ask for assistance at your local RadioShack store.
to any one
A
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Appliance Modules
— These modules are designed to control small appliance s that draw up to 500 W of power and have a two-prong, polarized AC plug. You can also use appliance modules to control resi stive-lo ad motor s rated at 15
1
amps,
/3 horsepower. Appliance mod-
ules are not affected by the controller’s
ALL LIGHTS ON
command; this helps
prevent accidental activation of an appliance. You can use applianc e modul es to co ntrol up to 5 00 W of in-
candescent lighting, but the lights will not respond to the
ALL LIGHTS ON
command. See “Turning On All Lights” on
Page 15.
Universal Appliance Modules
— Univer­sal modules are the same as appliance modules; however, these modules provide connections for appliances that have 3­prong, grounded plugs. You must plug these modules into 3-prong AC outlets.
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Lamp Dimmer Modules
— These mod­ules are designed to control lamps, and can be dimmed from the controller. You can connect up to 300 W of incandescent lighting to these modules. Lamp dimmer modules respond to the controller’s
LIGHTS ON
Caution:
command.
Use the modules only for lighting devices. Some
ALL
devices might be damaged by use of the dimmer circuit. Do not use this type of module with light fixtures that have built­in dimmers.
Wall Switch Modules
— These modules re­place an e xisting wall switch, and al low you to manually control the lights. You can con­nect up to 500 W of incandescent lighting with one of these modules. Wall switch mod­ules resp ond to the controll er’s
ON
command.
ALL LIGHTS
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Caution:
Do not use the lamp d im mer , wall sw i tc h, o r 3-w ay
wall switch modules with fluorescent lighting.
3-Way Wall Switch Mod­ules
— These modules are similar to wall switch mod­ules, except that they a r e de ­signed to control a light that is currently controlled by two different wall switches. The 3-way modules come with a companion switch to replace the second existing switch. The 3-way modules respond to the controller’s
LIGHTS ON
command and
ALL
can control up to 500 W of incandescent lighting. Of course, you can also control these switches manually.
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Wall Outlet Modules
— These modules completely replace existing wall outlets, but you control only one of a module’s receptacles from your controller. The other receptacle is al­ways on.
You can connect appliances that draw a total of up to 1800 W to an outlet module. Be­cause you might use an outlet module to control appliances, these modules do not re­spond to the controller’s
ALL LIGHTS ON
command.
Warnings:
• The switch and outlet modules require direct connection to your house wiring. Be sure that the electricity is turned off at the circuit breaker while you are installing one of these modules. If you are not famil­iar with typical house wiring installations, we suggest that you have th ese ty pes of m odule s pro fessi ona lly in ­stalled.
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• Low-voltage electricity flows through the circuit con­trolled by a switch module, even when the switch is off. This is necessary for proper operation of the switch module. You can completely turn off the electricity by setting the switch’s disable switch to off (left).
Caution:
Do not use a wall outlet module to replace an out-
let that is controlled by a wall switch.
SETTING THE MODULE’S CODES
HOUSE CODE
Set
HOUSE CODE
When setting the that are set to the same unit code res pond as a group. If yo u have several mo du l es con t ro ll in g ligh t s in a si n gl e room , set them to the same unit code. (If you set every light module to a different unit code, you might not have enough separate unit codes to complete your system.)
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on all your modules to the same letter as
on your controller (A through P).
UNIT CODE
, make sure that all modules
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CONNECTING LIGHTS OR APPLIANCES TO MODULES
Caution:
nect any light or appliance to a module, press
UNITS OFF
that all of the modules are powered off.
Set the power switch on the light or a pplian ce to the on posi­tion, then plug the light or appliance directly into the plug’s power module. Plug the module into a wall outlet, if neces­sary.
Write down your unit codes, module locations, and connect­ed devices on the supplied chart. (See “Plug ’N Power Sys­tem Chart” on Page 24.)
See “Operation” on Page 14 to test each module. See “Troubleshooting” on Page 22 if your system does not work properly.
Before you con-
ALL
. This assures
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OPERATION
Operation of a Plug ’N Power system is simple, but be sure that you have a complete chart of your system close by so you know exactly what you are controlling. See the “Plug ’N Power System Chart” on Page24.
Note:
Each switch on your controller performs two functions
ON
OFF, BRIGHT
or
— are clearly marked. Pressing the top of a rocker switch acti­vates one function and pressing the bottom activates anoth­er. When you press a button, the transmit indicator lights, indicating that a signal has been sent.
CONTROLLING MODULES BY UNIT CODES
You can control any module or group of modules that you set for a particular unit code. Of course, all of the modules must be set to the same house code as the controller. (See “House Codes” on Page5.)
DIM
or
, and so on. These functions
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1. Set the mini controller’s selector switch to the desired unit code range (
1–4
or 5–8).
2. To turn on all the devices connected to modules with
ON
the same unit code setting, press unit code switch (
1/5, 2/6, 3/7
, or 4/8).
for the desired
3. To turn off all the devices connected to modules with
, or 4/8).
OFF
for the desired
the same unit code setting, press unit code switch (
1/5, 2/6, 3/7
TURNING ON ALL LIGHTS
To turn on all the lights that are connected to light dimmer modules, wall switch modules, or 3-way switch modules,
ALL LIGHTS ON
press
.
Warning:
LIGHTS ON
Do not use a module that responds to the
command to control pot ential ly dang erous de vi c-
es (such as heaters or fans, for example).
ALL
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Note:
The modules must be set to the same house code as the controller, but not necessarily the same unit codes. In fact, modules set to unit codes 9–16 respond to
ON
even though your mini controller cannot independently
control modules set to unit codes above
ALL LIGHTS
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. (If you are using the mini controller as a second controller in a Plug ’N Power system, you might encounter this situation.)
TURNING OFF ALL UNITS
To turn off all devices that are connected to modules that you set to the same house code as the controller, press
UNITS OFF
. This fe ature i s espe ciall y us eful w hen yo u want
to turn off everything at the same time.
ALL
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DIMMING LIGHTS
You can dim any lights that are connected to lamp dimmer modules.
1. Set the mini controller’s selector switch to the desired unit code range (1–4 or 5–8).
ON
2. Press the mer modules you want to dim (
3. Hold down you dim the lights too much, hold down the light level.
switch for the unit code of the lamp dim-
1/5, 2/6, 3/7
DIM
until the light dims to the desi red leve l. If
, or 4/8).
BRIGHT
to raise
Caution:
Do not connect anything other than a lamp to a lamp dimmer module. The dimmer circuit might damage other devices.
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MANUAL CONTROL OF LIGHTS AND APPLIANCES
Even though your lights and appliances are connected to Plug ’N Power modules, you can still turn most of them on and off manually.
• For most products, simply turn the power switch off and back on again.
• For 3-way lamps, you might have to turn the lamp’s switch several times before the light turns on.
• You always have manual control of wall switch modules by simply using their on/off buttons.
• You cannot manually turn on instant-on TVs that are connected to Plug ’N Power modules.
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INTERCOM INTERFERENCE
Some intercoms also se nd sign als th rough the hou se wirin g. If you have this type of system, it is likely that it will interfere with the operation of your Plug ’N Power system. However, it will interfere only when both systems are in use at the same time (if you leave an intercom in a child’s room in the transmit mo de, fo r exam ple). I f this is a prob lem, u se an in ­tercom that has its own separate wiring system.
POWER INTERRUPTIONS
When power is restored after a power failure, lamp dimmer modules and both types of wall switch modules default to
OFF
. Appliance modules rema in in the sta te they w ere in be-
fore the power failure.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Do not attempt to control lights or appliances that ex­ceed the ratings of the modules. If you want to control appliances that exc eed the ratings of the s tandard mod­ules, ask your RadioShack salesperson for assistance.
• Do not connect a heating appliance to your Plug ’N Power system.
• If you want to control fluorescent, mercury vapor, sodi­um vapor, or low-voltage lights, ask your RadioShack salesperson for assistance.
• Do not use lamp dimmer modules to control light fix­tures that have built-in dimmers.
• Do not use wall switch or 3-way switch modules to re­place switches that control wall outlets or non-lighting devices.
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• The switch and outlet modules require direct connec­tion to your house wiring. If you are n ot familia r with ty p­ical house wiring installations, we suggest that you have these types of modules professionally installed. In any case, be sure that the electricity is turned off at the circuit breaker while you are installing one of these modules.
• Low-voltage electricity flows through the circuit con­trolled by a switch module even when the switch is off.
• Before changing a light bulb, make sure the remote’s slide switch is set to the left position.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If your Mini Remote Control Center is not working as it should, these sug gestions might help elim in ate the problem. If the controller still does not operate properly, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
Problem Remedies
A particular module doesn’t respond to the controller.
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Be sure the module and con­troller are set to the same house code and that you are addressing the correct unit code.
Be sure the power switch for the light or appliance is turned on.
Try plugging the light or appli­ance into a different AC outlet that you know is “live.”
If the light/appliance works, move the module to a differ­ent outlet.
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None of the modules respond to the controller.
Lights and/or appliances turn on and off by themselves.
Be sure the controller is plugged into an AC outlet.
Be sure the controller is set to the same house code as the modules.
Try plugging the light or appli­ance into a different AC outlet with the module in the same outlet. Then try a different out­let for the module.
Try a different house code.
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PLUG ’N POWER SYSTEM CHART
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Module
Unit Code
Module
Location
Connected
Device
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CARE
To enjoy your Mini Remote Control Center for a long time:
• Keep the mini controller dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry im­mediately.
• Use and store the mi ni controller only in normal temper­ature environments.
• Handle the mini controller gently and carefully. Don’t drop it.
• Keep the mini controller away from dust and dirt.
• Wipe the mini controller with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
Modifying or tampering with the mini controller’s internal components can cause a malfunction and invalidate its war­ranty. If your mini controller is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
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NOTES
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This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing def ects in mat erial a nd workm anship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF T HE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUS­TOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE , LO SS OF TI ME , DAT A, PROPERTY, REVE­NUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of inci­dental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless other­wise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) re­place the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is m ade, become the property of RadioShack . New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Re­paired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to act s of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provid ed by a Rad ioShack Autho rized Se rvice F acility ; (c) con sumabl es su ch as f uses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102
We Service What We Sell
04/99
07A99 Printed in China
Limited One-Year Warrant y
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