Control4 TDIM112 Wireless ELV Dimmer User Manual Exhibit 8
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Sample Wiring Configurations
Wireless ELV Dimmer
Installation/User Guide
Supported Models
C4-TDIM1-Z Wireless ELV Dimmer, 120VAC, 600W
Specifications and Supported Fixtures
This Control4® Wireless Dimmer operates as part of a Control4 home automation system to
enable intelligent lighting control. It installs in a standard wall box using conventional wiring
standards and communicates with other devices through a wireless RF (radio frequency)
connection.
IMPORTANT! This product generates heat during normal operation.
IMPORTANT: Ce produit produit la chaleur pendant l'opération normale.
IMPORTANT! Use or modification of this product in a manner not expressly
approved by Control4 voids your warranty. Further, Control4 is NOT liable for
any damage incurred with the misuse of this product. See "Limited 2 Year
Warranty."
IMPORTANT: l'Utilisation ou la modification de ce produit dans une manière
pas expressément approuvée par les vides Control4 votre garantie. De plus,
Control4 n'est pas responsable pour aucun dommage encouru avec le mauvais
usage de ce produit. Voir "Limited 2 Year Warranty."
IMPORTANT! 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.
IMPORTANT: la gamme et la performance du système de contrôle sans fil
dépendent hautement de la chose suivante : (1) la distance entre les artifices;
(2) la disposition de la maison; (3) les murs séparant des artifices; et (4)
l'équipement électrique se positionnait près des artifices.
Installation Instructions
1 Turn power OFF by switching off the circuit breaker or removing the
fuse; test that the power is off before wiring!
2 Ensure Dimmer capacity matches the load requirements. In multi-
Dimmer installations, a reduction of the Dimmer's capacity is
required to allow the Dimmers to be installed side-by-side in the
same wall box. The Dimmer capacity depends on the number
"ganged" in the wall box as follows:
• 1 gang = 600 W / VA maximum (all breakoff tabs attached)
• 2 gang = 500 W / VA maximum per Dimmer (with one side
of the breakout tabs removed)
• 3 or more gang = 400 W / VA maximum per Dimmer (will all
breakout tabs removed)
If installing in multi-gang scenarios, use pliers to remove the
inner-side break-away tabs: Bend each tab back and forth
until it breaks off. Remove the inner-side tabs ONLY on any
device side that will be adjacent to another device. DO NOT
remove tabs on any side that will become the outer side of
a group of devices.
3 Identify your wiring application and see the appropriate diagram in "Sample Wiring
Configurations."
• Single-Location Scenario—Power Source at Wall Box
• Single-Location Scenario—Power Source at Light Fixture
• Two-Location Scenario—Power Source at Wall Box
• Two-Location Scenario— Power Source at Light Fixture (on page 2)
4 Prepare wires by removing pre-cut insulation from
the appropriate Dimmer leads. Wire insulation
should be stripped back 5/8” (inch) from the wire
end (as shown).
5 Connect the Dimmer wires to the wall box wires
using wire nuts according to the relevant wiring
diagram. See “Sample Wiring Configurations.”
IMPORTANT! The blue wire is not a
traditional traveler: It cannot directly power a lighting load. It must only be used
to provide power to another Control4 keypad. If you do not intend to use this
wire, leave it capped. The blue wire is a "switched hot" wire that is connected
internally to the Dimmer's hot wire through the air-gap switch. Power is applied
to the blue wire whenever the air-gap switch is closed. Thus, the blue wire is
used to provide power to downstream keypads in 3-way/4-way scenarios in
order to ensure that all power to the load has been removed when the air-gap
switch is open. See "Sample Wiring Configurations."
IMPORTANT: le fil Bleu n'est pas un voyageur traditionnel : Il ne peut pas
directement le pouvoir une charge prenante. Il doit seulement être utilisé pour
fournir le pouvoir d'un autre pavé numérique Control4. Si vous n'avez pas
l'intention d'utiliser ce fil, le quitter couronné. Le fil bleu est un "" fil chaud
échangé qui est raccordé à l'intérieur au fil chaud du variateur par le
changement de trou aérien. Le pouvoir est appliqué au fil bleu chaque fois que
le changement de trou aérien est fermé. Ainsi, le fil bleu est utilisé pour fournir
le pouvoir d'en aval les pavés numériques dans 3-way/4-way les scénarios
pour garantir que tout le pouvoir de la charge a été enlevé quand le
changement de trou aérien est ouvert. Faites allusion “Sample Wiring
Configurations.”
6 Mount the Dimmer into the wall box by partially securing the
wall box screws attached to the Dimmer. Ensure that the
word "Top" on the Dimmer frame is facing up. Bend wires in
a zigzag pattern so that they easily fold into the wall box.
Power: 120 VAC +/-10% 50/60 Hz
Supported Load
Types and
Ratings:
120 VAC 600 W Electronic Low Voltage (dimmable only)
120 VAC 600 W Electronic Fluorescent Ballasts (dimmable
only)
120 VAC 500 W Incandescent Tungsten/Halogen
Total minimum load must exceed 10 W.
This device can function with or without a neutral AC
connection (see relevant wiring diagrams).
WARNING! This device is not for use with magnetic or
inductive loads. Product damage will result.
Operating
Temperature:
All load ratings are based on an ambient temperature of 25
degrees Celsius.
Volume: 5.0 Cubic inches
Communications: ZigBee, IEEE 802.15.4, 2.4 GHz, 15-channel, spread
spectrum radio
Warnings & Considerations
WARNING! Risk of Electric Shock. Install in accordance with all regional,
national, and local electrical codes.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de Décharge électrique. Installez conformément à tous
des codes électriques régionaux, nationaux et locaux.
WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury, Death, or Property Damage or Loss. Install
and use properly—as described in this document—to avoid danger of injury, death,
or property damage or loss.
PRÉVENANT: le Risque de Blessure Sérieuse, Mort, ou Dommage de Propriété ou
Perte. Installez et utilisez correctement comme décrit dans ce document — pour
éviter le danger de blessure, mort, ou dommage de propriété ou perte.If you are
unsure about any part of these instructions, consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING! Risk of Serious Injury, Death, or Property Damage or Loss. If you
are unsure about any part of these instructions, consult a qualified electrician.
PRÉVENANT: le Risque de Blessure Sérieuse, Mort, ou Dommage de Propriété ou
Perte. Si vous êtes peu sûrs d'une partie de ces instructions, consultez un
électricien qualifié.To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage to this
device and other equipment, DO NOT install to control a receptacle, a motor, or a
transformer-operated appliance.
CAUTION! Risk of Overheating. To reduce the risk of overheating and possible
damage to other equipment, do not install to control a receptacle, or a motor-
operated appliance.
PRUDENCE: Risque du fait de surchauffer. Pour réduire le risque du fait de
surchauffer et du dommage possible à d'autre équipement, n'installez pas pour
contrôler un réceptacle, ou un appareil opéré de moteur.
WARNING! Risk of Electrical Fire. 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.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de Feu Électrique. Utilisez cet artifice seulement avec
le fil habillé couleur cuivre ou couleur cuivre. N'utilisez pas d'installation électrique
en aluminium. Ce produit n'a pas été approuvé pour l'utilisation avec l'installation
électrique en aluminium
Single-Location Scenario—Power Source at Wall Box
To wire the dimmer for a Control4 single-location scenario in which
the power is first routed to the wallbox, connect together and cap with
a wire nut the wires indicated in the following table:
Dimmer Wires
Wires in the Wall Box
From Power Source To Light Fixture
White (neutral) White (neutral) White (neutral)
Red (load) None Black (load)
Black (hot) Black (hot) None
Green (ground) Green (ground) Green (ground)
Blue (switched hot) None None
Single-Location Scenario—Power Source at Light Fixture
To wire the dimmer for a Control4 single-location scenario in which the
power is first routed to the light fixture electrical box, connect together
and cap with a wire nut the wires indicated in the following table:
Dimmer Wires Wires in the Wall Box
(from the Light Fixture)
White (load)
White (load)
Red (load)
Black (hot) Black (hot)
Green (ground) Green (ground)
Blue (switched hot) None
Two-Location Scenario—Power Source at Wall Box
To wire the dimmer and a multi-button keypad in a two-location scenario (Control4’s 3-
way-switch solution) where the power is first routed to the wall box, do the following:
1. Wire the dimmer into Wall Box #1 by connecting together and capping with
a wire nut the following wires:
Dimmer Wires
Wires in Wall Box 1
From Power
Source
To Light Fixture To Wall Box 2
White (neutral) White (neutral) White (neutral) White (neutral)
Red (load) None Black (load) None
Black (hot) Black (hot) None None
Green (ground) Green (ground) Green (ground) Green
(ground)
Blue (switched hot) None None Black (traveler)
2. Wire the multi-button keypad into Wall Box #2 by connecting together and
capping with a wire nut the following wires:
Multi-Button Keypad Wires
(2, 3, or 6-Button)
Wires in Wall Box 2
(from Wall Box 1)
White (neutral) White (neutral)
Black (traveler) Black (traveler)
Green (ground) Green (ground)
WARNING! Ground the Wireless Dimmer in accordance with the National
Electric Code (NEC) requirements. Although the Dimmer's aluminum yoke plate
and green ground wire are directly bonded together inside the Dimmer, DO NOT
rely solely upon the yoke plate's contact with a metal wall box for adequate
grounding. Use the Dimmer's ground wire to make a secure connection to the
safety ground of the electrical system.
AVERTISSEMENT : Risque de Décharge électrique. Fondez [l'artifice]
conformément au Code Électrique national (NEC) les exigences. Bien que la
plaque de joug en aluminium du variateur et le fil de garde vert soient directement
bonded ensemble intérieurs au variateur, ne dépendez pas uniquement sur le
contact de plaque de joug avec une boîte murale en métal pour les bases
adéquates. Utilisez le fil de garde du variateur pour faire une connexion sûre à la
terre de sécurité du système électrique.
IMPORTANT! Not grounding this product according to the preceding may result
in an installation less immune to damage caused by electrical disturbances, such
as lightning, and void the warranty.
IMPORTANT : Pas les bases de ce produit selon la précédence peuvent
s'ensuivre dans une installation moins immunisée pour nuire provoqué par les
troubles électriques, comme la foudre et le vide la garantie.
7 If you are using the Control4 push-on (screw-less) wall plate that shipped with your
Dimmer:
a. For a single-gang scenario, attach the black plastic sub-plate using the
provided sub-plate screws.
IMPORTANT! Tighten the screws until the back side of the metal yoke plate
is even with the wall surface, but no farther. Over-tightening can damage the
Dimmer and cause mechanical malfunction. Do NOT use a power screw driver
to install this device as this may lead to over-tightening.
IMPORTANT : Serrez les vis jusqu'à ce que la face arrière de la plaque de joug
en métal soit même avec la surface murale, mais pas plus loin. Le fait de
Troubleshooting
If light does not turn on:
•Ensure at least one LED on the face of the dimmer 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”).
•For help on the installation or operation of this product, email or call the Control4
Technical Support Center. Please provide your exact model number. Contact
support@control4.com or see the web site www.control4.com.
Limited 2 Year Warranty
Control4 Corporation ("Control4") warrants that at the time of first-consumer sale, this
product will be free from defects in material and manufacture. Control4 further warrants
that for a period of 2 years (24 months) after initial consumer sale, the product will function
in accordance with its specification, provided that it is installed and maintained under
normal and proper use. This warranty extends only to products purchased directly from
Control4 or an Authorized Control4 Reseller. If the product proves to be defective in
material or workmanship during the warranty period, it may be returned to the place of
purchase and Control4 will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like
product. This warranty provides the consumer purchaser with specific legal rights, which
may vary per state or country. For complete warranty information, including details on
consumer legal rights as well as warranty exclusions, visit www.control4.com/warranty.
Regulatory Compliance
FCC
FCC ID: R33TDIM112
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment 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 a residential installation. 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
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
IMPORTANT! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
IMPORTANT : N'importe quels changements ou modifications pas expressément
approuvées par le parti responsable de l'acquiescement pourraient le vide
l'autorité de l'utilisateur pour faire marcher cet équipement.
ETL Statement
ETL Control Number: 3129831
This product has been tested by ETL and was found to comply with:
•UL 1472, First Edition, “Standard for Solid State Dimming Controls”
•CSA C22.2 No. 184.1, First Edition, “Solid State Dimming Controls”
Industry Canada
IC ID: 7848A-C4TDIM112
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canada ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Licensed under U.S. Patents 5,982,103 and 5,905,442
About this Document
© 2009 Control4. Control4, the Control4 logo and Everyday Easy are registered
trademarks or trademarks of Control4 Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries. All other names or brands may be claimed as property by their respective
owners. Pricing and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Part Number: 200-00105 Rev B
Two-Location Scenario—
Power Source at Light Fixture
To wire the dimmer and a multi-button keypad in a two-location scenario
(Control4’s 3-way-switch solution) where the power is first routed to the light
fixture electrical box, do the following:
1. Wire the dimmer into Wall Box #1 by connecting together and cap-
ping with a wire nut the following wires:
Dimmer Wires Wires in Wall Box 1
From Light Fixture To Wall Box 2
White (load)
White (load) White (load)
Red (load)
Black (hot) Black (hot) None
Green (ground) Green (ground) Green (ground)
Blue (switched hot) None Black (traveler)
2. Wire the multi-button keypad into Wall Box #2 by connecting
together and capping with a wire nut these wires:
Multi-Button
Keypad Wires
(2, 3, or 6 Button)
Wires in Wall Box 2
(from Wall Box 1)
White (load) White (load)
Black (traveler) Black (traveler)
Green (ground) Green (ground)
Operation and Configuration
On initial power up, the
unit will flash the Red/
Green/Blue (RGB) LEDs,
which can be programmed
with different colors for
different states or color
preferences. To set up this
dimmer for use with a
Control4 system, refer to
your system setup
documentation.
WARNING! Prior to changing a light bulb or performing any other
maintenance to the light fixture, pull up on the Air Gap Mechanism with your
fingernail to cut power to the light fixture.
AVERTISSEMENT : Risque de Décharge électrique. Avant de changer une
ampoule ou exécuter autre maintenance à l'installation claire, tirez en haut sur
le mécanisme de trou aérien avec votre ongle pour couper le pouvoir de
l'installation claire.
NOTE: The Dimmer feels warm to the touch under normal conditions.
To operate and configure this Dimmer as a stand-alone device, see the following table.
Change Light Bulb or Fixture Default Behavior of RGB LEDs:
To cut power to the fixture: Top Bottom
Pull up on the Air Gap Mechanism
and fully extend (about 0.3”) to cut
power to the light fixture.
Not lit Not lit
Operate Dimmer Default Behavior of RGB LEDs:
To operate dimmer: Top Bottom
Turn ON (full brightness): Tap top. Lit Not lit
Turn OFF: Tap bottom. Not lit Lit
Set dimming level: Press and hold
the top or bottom until the desired
lighting level is reached, then
release.
Lit Not lit
Care and Cleaning
Do NOT paint dimmer or its wall plate.
Do NOT use any chemical cleaners to clean the dimmer.
Clean surface with a soft damp cloth as needed.