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Switch
Installation Guide
Supported model
• C4-SW120277 Switch
Introduction
The Control4® Switch operates independently or as part of a Control4 home
automation system. It installs in a standard back box using typical wiring standards
and communicates to the Control4 system using a wireless connection.
Warnings and considerations
WARNING! Turn OFF electrical power before installing or servicing this
product. Improper use or installation can cause SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH
or LOSS/DAMAGE OF PROPERTY.
ATTENTION! Coupez l’alimentation électrique avant d’installer ou de
réparer ce produit. Une mauvaise installation ou utilisation peut entraîner
des blessures graves, décès ou perte / dommages à la propriété.
WARNING! This device must be protected by a circuit breaker (20A max).
ATTENTION! Cet appareil doit être protégé par un disjoncteur (20A max.)
WARNING! Ground this device in accordance with the National Electric
Code (NEC) requirements. DO NOT rely solely upon the yoke plate’s
contact with a metal back box for adequate grounding. Use the device’s
ground wire to make a secure connection to the safety ground of the
electrical system.
ATTENTION! Cet appareil doit être en conformité avec le Code national
de l’électricité (NEC). Ne comptez pas uniquement au contact de la
plaque avant avec un boîtier mural métallique pour la mise à la terre
adéquate. Utilisez cet appareil à la terre de l’appareil pour établir une
connexion sécurisée au système électrique.
Box contents
• Switch
• Wire nuts
• Warranty card
• Switch Installation Guide (this document)
Specifications and supported load types
The specifications are described below.
Model number C4-SW120277-xx
Power requirements 120-277V AC +/-10%, 50/60 Hz
This device requires a neutral connection. See
the “Sample Wiring Configurations” later in this
guide.
Power consumption 120V: 400mW
277: 1150mW
Load types and ratings
Supported load types Incandescent, halogen, electronic (solid
state) low voltage (ELV) transformers,
magnetic (iron core, inductive) low voltage
(MLV) transformers, fluorescents, compact
fluorescents, LEDs, motors
Maximum load 120V: 15A, 1/2HP
277V: 8A, 1/2HP
Environmental
Operational temperature 0 to 40 ˚C (32 to 104 ˚F)
Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Storage -20 to 70 ˚C (-4 to 158 ˚F)
Miscellaneous
Control communications Zigbee, IEEE 802.15.4, 2.4 GHz, 15-channel
spread spectrum radio
Wallbox volume 5.75 cubic inches
Weight 0.05 kg (0.12 lb.)
Shipping weight 0.08 kg (0.18 lb.)
IMPORTANT! This device must be installed by a licensed electrician in
accordance with all national and local electrical codes.
IMPORTANT! If you are unsure about any part of these instructions,
consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT! Use this device only with copper or copper-clad wire. Do
not use aluminum wiring. This product has not been approved for use with
aluminum wiring.
IMPORTANT! Using this product in a manner other than outlined in this
document voids your warranty. Further, Control4 is NOT liable for any
damage incurred with the misuse of this product. See “Troubleshooting.”
IMPORTANT! Do NOT use a power screwdriver to install this device. If you
do, you may overtighten the screws and strip them. Also, overtightening
the screws may interfere with proper button operation.
IMPORTANT! This is an electronic device with intricate components.
Handle and install with care!
IMPORTANT! When used in conjunction with an Auxiliary Keypad
(C4-KA-xx), the wire connecting the Auxiliary Keypad to the switch must
not exceed 45 m (150 ft.) at 120V AC, and 30 m (100 ft.) at 277V AC.
Installation instructions
1 Ensure that the location and intended use meet the following criteria:
• Do not exceed the load capacity requirements of the switch. Refer to the
load ratings in the specifications above for details.
• Install in accordance with all national and local electrical codes.
• The range and performance of the wireless control system is highly
dependent on the following: (1) distance between devices; (2) layout
of the home; (3) walls separating devices; and (4) electrical equipment
located near devices.
2 Turn o the local electrical power by either switching o the circuit breaker or
removing the fuse from the fuse box. To ensure the wires do NOT have power
running to them, use an inductive voltage detector.
NOTE: The back box wiring shown in this document is an example. Your
wire colors and functions may dier. If you are not sure which wires are
the Line In/Hot, Neutral, Load, Traveler, and Earth Ground wires, have a
trained electrician perform the installation.
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3 Prepare each wire. Wire insulation should be stripped back 5/8 of an inch
from the wire end (see Figure 1).
Strip wire insulation
Figure 1.
4 Identify your wiring application, and then see the appropriate wiring diagram
in the “Sample Wiring Configurations” section below.
IMPORTANT! Not grounding this product, as described in the section
“Warnings and Considerations,” may result in an installation less immune
to damage caused by electrical disturbances, such as ESD or lightning,
and may void the warranty.
5 Identify and connect the switch wires to the back box wires using the wire
nuts.
IMPORTANT! The yellow wire is not a traditional traveler. It cannot directly
power a lighting load. It must be used only to connect to a Control4
Auxiliary Keypad. See “Sample Wiring Configurations.”
TIP: If you are using a Control4 push-on (screwless) faceplate in a multi-
gang installation, attach the black faceplate sub-plate to all of the devices
that will be installed into the wallbox prior to attaching the devices to the
wallbox. This will help ensure that all the devices are properly aligned and
on the same plane after installation.
6 Fit the wires back into the back box. Bend the wires in a zigzag pattern so
that they easily fold into the back box (Figure 2).
Bend the wires
Figure 2.
To operate this switch as a stand-alone device:
• Click the top button to turn the light on.
• Click the bottom button to turn the light o.
Button tap sequences
The button tap sequences are defined in the table below. Button tap sequences
that require a single (1) button should use the top button.
Function Button Sequence
Identify 4
Zigbee channel 7
Reboot 15
Factory reset 9-4-9
Leave mesh and reset 13-4-13
Troubleshooting
If the light does not turn on:
• Ensure at least one LED on the face of the switch is lit.
• Ensure the light bulb is not burned out and is screwed in tightly.
• Ensure that the circuit breaker is not turned OFF or tripped.
• Check for proper wiring (see “Sample Wiring Configurations”).
Care and cleaning
• Do NOT paint the switch or its wall plate.
• Do NOT use any chemical cleaners to clean the switch.
• Clean surface of the switch with a soft damp cloth as needed.
Warranty and legal information
Find details of the product’s Limited Warranty at snapav.com/warranty or request
a paper copy from Customer Service at 866.424.4489. Find other legal resources,
such as regulatory notices and patent information, at snapav.com/legal.
7 Align the switch to the back box (the load rating label should be at the
bottom) and fasten it with screws. Tighten the screws until the back side of
the yoke plate is even with the wall surface, but no further. Overtightening can
warp the dimmer and cause mechanical malfunction.
8 Install the Control4 Faceplate following the instructions in the Faceplate
Installation Guide or attach a standard Decora-style faceplate.
9 Turn on power at the circuit breaker or replace the fuse from
the fuse box.
Operation and configuration
On initial power up, all status LEDs on the switch will illuminate green indicating
that the device has power. To set up this switch for use with a Control4 system,
refer to the Composer Pro User Guide.
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Sample wiring configurations
Figure 3. Single device location
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Figure 4. Multiple device location using Auxiliary Keypad
120V AC 45.7 m (150 ft.)
277V AC 30.5 m (100 ft.)
IMPORTANT!
(C4-KA-xx), the wire connecting the Auxiliary Keypad to the switch must
not exceed 45 m (150 ft.) at 120V AC, and 30 m (100 ft.) at 277V AC.
Figure 5. Multiple device location using Configurable Keypad
When used in conjunction with an Auxiliary Keypad
Auxiliary Keypad
Maximum length:
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