Page 3 - KeypadLinc – Features and Benefits; Features
Page 3 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM KeypadLinc – Features and Benefits Congratulations on purchasing the elegant, high-quality KeypadLinc INSTEON/X10 scene controller. This intuitive keypad controls up to 6/8 scenes and has a built-in dimmer to create dramatic whole-room changes at the tap of a butt...
Page 4 - Installing KeypadLinc; Tools Needed; Flathead screwdriver; Button Naming
Page 4 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Installing KeypadLinc CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference. This product is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations in the United S...
Page 5 - Installation – Circuit with 1 Switch; KeypadLinc’s button LED and connected load will turn on and off.; KeypadLinc Wire
Page 5 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Installation – Circuit with 1 Switch 1) At electrical panel, turn off circuit breaker(s) and/or remove fuse(s) feeding wall box. Verify that the power is off before continuing. 2) Remove wallplate from the switch. Unscrew switch and gently pull out. 3) Disconnect ...
Page 6 - Installation – Circuit with 2 Switches
Page 6 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Installation – Circuit with 2 Switches Circuits with 2 switches are called 3-way circuits. Both switches in a 3-way circuit need to be replaced by KeypadLincs (and/or SwitchLincs). Note: 3-way circuits require a pair of wires called Travelers between joining wall ...
Page 7 - Installation – Circuit with 3 (or more) Switches; The following
Page 7 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM 16) Cap unused Traveler wire 17) With button labels right-side up, gently place KeypadLincs into wall boxes and screw in place 18) Turn power back on KeypadLinc’s On button and connected light will turn on Only KeypadLinc in box 2 will operate the Load until you s...
Page 9 - Using KeypadLinc; LEDs
Page 9 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Using KeypadLinc LEDs LED Meaning Brighter On Dim Off Button Taps Button Type Button LED State before Tap Effect of Tap Effect of Double-tap Toggle Off Turn Scene Members On Turn Scene Members On Instantly Toggle On Turn Scene Members Off Turn Scene Members Off In...
Page 10 - Setting Up INSTEON Scenes; Add KeypadLinc Button to a Scene as a Controller; KeypadLinc’s Scene button LED will blink; Remove KeypadLinc Button from a Scene as a Controller; HouseLinc
Page 10 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM To set KeypadLinc’s Local-On-Level: 1. Press and hold On and/or Off (or Main in 8-button configuration) until the connected light is at the brightness desired when turned on locally (turn the light off if you wish to use the “Resume Bright” feature) 2. Tap Keypad...
Page 11 - Remove Multiple Responders from a Scene; Add KeypadLinc Button to a Scene as a Responder; Changing Button Modes; Toggle
Page 11 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM 6) If you wish to remove multiple Responders from KeypadLinc, repeat steps 1-5 for each additional Responder (or see Remove Multiple Responders from a Scene ) Add KeypadLinc Button to a Scene as a Responder 1) Press and hold the Scene Controller button until it b...
Page 12 - a. If you wish to rotate button mode again, return to step 2; LED Brightness; Power Restore; ) Press and hold KeypadLinc’s Set button again until it beeps again; Advanced X10 Programming
Page 12 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM The button rotates to the next Button Mode in the cycle: Toggle → Always Off Always Off → Always On Always On → Toggle 5) Tap the button several times to confirm it is now in the desired state a. If you wish to rotate button mode again, return to step 2 LED Brigh...
Page 13 - Advanced Features; Add Multiple Scene Responders; Example: 2 Switch Circuit
Page 13 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Advanced Features Add Multiple Scene Responders (formerly “Multi-Linking Mode”) 1) Tap Scene Controller button on KeypadLinc 2) Press and hold KeypadLinc’s Set Button until it beeps KeypadLinc’s Scene button LED will blink All illuminated LEDs on KeypadLinc will ...
Page 14 - Example: Synchronized Scene with numerous members; Beep on Button Tap or Press; If KeypadLinc in 6-Button Configuration; will
Page 14 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Switch B will (Beep)-(Beep) and its LED will stop blinking 6) Test the group by controlling the Load from Switch A and then Switch B The Load, Switch A’s status LED(s) and Switch B’s status LED(s) will all remain in synch Example: Synchronized Scene with numerous...
Page 15 - “Radio” Button Groups (only 1 LED of “N” at a time – software recommended)
Page 15 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM “Radio” Button Groups (only 1 LED of “N” at a time – software recommended) This feature is especially handy if you have multiple Scenes controlling the same devices, such as Lights-Bright, Lights Medium and Lights Off. When you tap any of the Scene buttons, the “...
Page 16 - Part 2 Radio Button Groups; Air Gap; Pull Set button out (creating an Air Gap)
Page 16 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Part 2 Radio Button Groups 1) Tap each radio group button until its LED is Off 2) Press and hold button A until it beeps (about 10 seconds) 3) Tap the Set button (this places the unit in Add Multiple Responders mode) 4) Press and hold, one at a time, buttons B, C...
Page 17 - Changing Between 6 and 8 Button Configurations; Changing to 6-Button Configuration
Page 17 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM 4) Release the Set button Device’s embedded software will re-write all settings to factory defaults A couple of seconds will pass KeypadLinc will (Beep)-(Beep) LEDs will return to normal brightness KeypadLinc returns to Ready Mode Connected load will turn on Chan...
Page 18 - Changing Buttons; Additional Resources; Helpful Videos; Changing KeypadLinc Buttons
Page 18 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Changing Buttons KeypadLinc buttons can be changed to customize its appearance. Use care when removing the keycaps. Using a small, flat-edged screwdriver (ONLY) pry up on the sides of the keys from the middle of the keypad (when possible). Make sure you are cente...
Page 19 - Optional Accessories; Specifications; button
Page 19 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Optional Accessories Accessories Link Custom Etched and Pre- Printed Buttons http://www.smarthome.com/_/ProductResults.aspx?Ntt=custom%20etch ed%20buttons Color and 6/8 Button Change Kits (15) http://www.smarthome.com/_/ProductResults.aspx?Ntt=keypadlinc%20 butto...
Page 21 - Troubleshooting; Problem; products
Page 21 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Load Type(s) Incandescent Surge Resistance Up to 500 VAC Retains all settings without power Yes, all saved in Non-volatile EEPROM Standby power consumption < 1 watt Safety Approved ETL (Intertek Testing Services) Certifications FCC, IC Canada Troubleshooting P...
Page 22 - power line noise filter
Page 22 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM The controlled light does not appear to turn on or off right away Responder’s Scene ramp rate might be quite slow Set a faster Ramp Rate – software recommended KeypadLinc responds to on commands but not off commands Load connected to KeypadLinc is producing elect...
Page 23 - Install
Page 23 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Controller can turn off KeypadLinc, KeypadLinc does respond to On KeypadLinc may be Added to a Scene at its off state Add KeypadLinc to Scene again at desired Scene on-level KeypadLinc trips the Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) The AFCI might be too sensitive...
Page 24 - Certification and Warranty
Page 24 of 24 Rev: 1/21/2014 7:36 AM Certification and Warranty Certification This product has been thoroughly tested by ITS ETL SEMKO, a nationally recognized independent third-party testing laboratory. The North American ETL Listed mark signifies that the device has been tested to and has met the ...