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Cat. No. 61-2677C D
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 convenience, comfort, and security of 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 switches, so you can tailor your system to your needs. RadioShack stocks a wide range of modules and Plug ’N Power accessories.
©1999 Tandy Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
RadioShack and Plug ’N Power are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.
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CONTENTS |
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Preparation ....................................................................... |
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House Codes ................................................................ |
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Unit Codes .................................................................... |
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Installation ........................................................................ |
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Setting Up the Control Center ....................................... |
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Setting Up the Modules ................................................. |
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Setting the Module’s Codes ........................................ |
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Connecting Lights or Appliances to Modules .............. |
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Operation ........................................................................ |
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Controlling Modules by Unit Codes ............................. |
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Turning On All Lights ................................................... |
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Turning Off All Units .................................................... |
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Dimming Lights ........................................................... |
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Manual Control of Lights and Appliances .................... |
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Intercom Interference .................................................. |
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Power Interruptions ..................................................... |
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Safety Precautions ........................................................ |
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Troubleshooting ............................................................ |
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Plug ’N Power System Chart ....................................... |
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Care ................................................................................. |
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PREPARATION
Plug ’N Power controllers, such as your Mini Remote Control Center send out high-frequency signals through your household’s wiring system. The Plug ’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 designed to help you get the most from your Plug ’N Power system.
Example of a Plug ’N Power System In Use
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Two different types of codes — house codes and unit 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
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have its own controller and modules.
Different house codes also help you avoid interference between your Plug ’N Power system and other similar systems in your neighborhood.
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UNIT CODES
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groups of modules. Set UNIT CODE to the |
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desired code (1–16). The controller lets |
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The Mini Remote Control Center is intended for small Plug ’N Power systems and does not provide independent control of all 16 unit codes. You can use it to independently control only unit codes 1 through 8. (The Mini Controller’s ALL LIGHTS ON and ALL UNITS OFF commands affect modules with unit codes 1–16. (See “Operation” on Page 14.) If you need independent control of more than eight 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 set HOUSE CODE to any one of the 16 house codes (A 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 you have special Plug ’N Power needs, ask for assistance at your local RadioShack store.
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Appliance Modules — These modules are designed to control small appliances that draw up to 500 W of power and
have a two-prong, polarized AC plug. You can also use appliance modules to control resistive-load motors rated at 15 amps, 1/3 horsepower. Appliance modules are not affected by the controller’s
command; this helps prevent accidental activation of an appliance.
You can use appliance modules to control up to 500 W of incandescent 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 3- prong, 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 ALL
command.
Caution: Use the modules only for lighting devices. Some 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 existing wall switch, and allow you to manually control the lights. You can connect up to 500 W of incandescent lighting with one of these modules. Wall switch modules respond to the controller’s ALL LIGHTS ON command.
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