SmartLabs 2442 Users Manual

TM

AccessLinc

Bridges Insteon Signals Between
Wireless and Powerline

For models:
2442 AccessLinc RF Bridge

Congratulations!

Thanks for purchasing and installing the AccessLinc™ for InsteonTMproducts. This
simple, plug-in device is designed to bridge Insteon signals between the AC power­line and wireless devices. By plugging in a single AccessLinc, Insteon signals can be
easily bridged (or converted) between wireless radio frequencies (RF) and powerline
signals.

When two AccessLinc Interfaces are used in a home, they will also act as powerline
signal repeaters. This allows Insteon powerline signals transmitted on one phase of
a home's electrical system to be automatically repeated and placed on the opposite
phase. Since most homes in North America have two lines of electricity coming in
from the power company, getting the powerline signals between phases can often
be difficult. By using two or more AccessLinc Interfaces, this problem is easily elimi­nated.

Key Features

• Bridges RF to RF, RF to powerline, and powerline to RF

• Provide powerlinc phase coupling when 2 or more are used

• Allows wireless devices to communicate long distances over the powerline

• Uses the reliable 900MHz band for good through-wall transmissions

• Solves RF “dead spots”

• Unlimited expansion to support large or complicated installations

• Pass-through outlet for any AC device

• Diagnostic LED aid setup and diagnostics

• Advanced features adjustable over the powerline via computer software

• FCC and ETA approved. Manufactured in an ISO 9001:2000 facility

What is Insteon?

Insteon is a new method of communications between home automation devices. By
using the latest technologies, Insteon communications are faster, more secure, and
reliable than traditional signaling methods. The signals can travel over 900 MHz
wireless and on the AC powerline. Insteon-based products are backwards compati­ble with the popular X10 powerline standard. With only a few affordable Insteon­based products, a home can be quickly and easily set up to make your life for con­venient, safe, and fun.

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Quick Start Instructions

Single Interface 1. Plug in the AccessLinc Interface

The Status LED will illuminate steady

(see page 4 for more detailed instructions)

Two Interfaces 1. Plug in the first AccessLinc Interface

2. Tap the SET button, the Status LED will begin to blink

3. Plug in the second AccessLinc Interface

4. Tap the SET button, observe the Status LED:

LED blinks then goes steady on

OK

LED blinks slowly

Interfaces on the same phase - move one interface

LED is blinking rapidly

Interfaces are too far apart, move them closer together

(see pages 4 for more detailed instructions)

FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference that may be received or that may cause undesired operation.

The digital circuitry of this device has been tested and found to comply with the lim­its for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in resi­dential installations. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequen­cy energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio and television reception. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device
does cause such interference, which can be verified by turning the device off and
on, the user is encouraged to eliminate the interference by one or more of the fol­lowing measures:

• Re-orient or re-locate the receiving antenna of the device experiencing the
interference.

• Increase the distance between the AccessLinc and the receiver.

• Connect the device to an AC outlet on a circuit different from the one that
supplies power to the receiver.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.

WARNING! Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

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