SkyLink LS-318 User Manual

Screw-In Dimmer
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of a SkylinkHome Screw-In Dimmer, Model
LS-318. This receiver module allows you to wirelessly turn on and off,
dim and brighten connected light with a SkylinkHome transmitters.
The Screw-In Dimmer LS-318 can communicate with up to 8 transmitters,
so user has the option to add more transmitters to the system, such as
more remote controls, or motion sensors etc.
All wireless signal communications within the SkylinkHome System are
based on rolling code technology to ensure highest security is used.
The following items are included in this package:
- Screw-In Dimmer LS-318
- Antenna
- User's Instructions
Screw-In Dimmer
LS-318
There is no wiring involved in setting up the
Screw-In Dimmer LS-318.
Insert the antenna to the Screw-In Dimmer,
as shown.
CAUTION
1. Turn off the light switch of the empty
socket where you plan to install the
Screw-In Dimmer.
2. Screw the Screw-In Dimmer to an
empty socket.
3. Screw a light bulb to the fixture end
of the Screw-In Dimmer.
Note: The antenna should be placed
away from the light bulb so it is away
from the heat generated by the light bulb.
The Screw-In Dimmer is designed to operate
dimmable compact fluorescent light with a maximum load
at 120VAC. Light bulbs must be dimmable in order to achieve
dimming function.
3. PROGRAMMING TRANSMITTERS
In order to operate the Screw-In Dimmer
sensor, it must be programmed to the
can be operated by up to 8 different transmitters (or 8 different command
signals).
There are 3 operating modes with the
1) Regular Mode - When a valid signal is received, it will
light or change the brightness of a light.
2) Flashing Alert Mode - When a valid signal is received, the light will flash
for a specific period of time, which is the time defined in the timer
duration. This works as an alert indication.
3) Countdown Timer Mode - When a valid signal is received, the light will
be on for a specific period of time, from 1 minute, 5 minutes, 15 minutes,
30 minutes, and 60 minutes
You can program multiple transmitters / sensors to the module and
different transmitter / sensor can
To program a transmitter / Sensor into the
instructions below.
Before you program a transmitter to the Screw-In Dimmer, decide the
operating mode for this transmitter (Regular Mode, Flashing Alert Mode
or Countdown Timer Mode).
Model LS-318
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Antenna
2. SETUP
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incandescent light or
remotely with a transmitter or
Screw-In Dimmer . Each module
Screw-In Dimmer :
turn on or off a
, then turn off.
activate a different mode.
Screw-In Dimmer , follow the
3. PROGRAMMING TRANSMITTERS (TC SERIES)(CONT)
1. Switch off the Screw-In Dimmer
with light bulb by the wall switch.
2. Place the operating mode
slide switch at the desired
position, for example:
On/ Off.
Note: ON/OFF represents Regular Mode
3. Power on the Screw-In Dimmer
by the wall switch, light bulb will
be on under factory default.
4. The red LED indication shows the
operation mode you have selected:
Operating Mode
Regular
Flashing Alert
Countdown
OFF
5. Ensure the LED indication shows the operation mode you have
selected.
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6. Transmit a "Learn" code from the transmitter. Refer to the manual of
the transmitter to transmit this "Learn" code.
7. Once the transmitter is programmed, the red LED on the Screw-In
of 200W
Dimmer flashes quickly then stops flashing. You have successfully
programmed the transmitter.
Note: You must complete the programming sequence within the
15-second interval after you power on the Screw-in Dimmer, otherwise,
the module will quit from programming mode and you need to start again
from step 3 if the red LED is off.
You may follow the same instructions to program additional transmitters
or sensors to operate the receiver module.
This section is for transmitters that are programmed for Flashing Alert
Mode and Countdown Timer Mode.
The timer for both Flashing Alert Mode and Countdown Timer Mode can
be set to the following duration, meaning the light will stay on for the
following time: 1 minute, 5 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or 60 minutes.
Only one timer interval can be set. To set the timer duration, follow the
instructions below.
1. Screw-In Dimmer should be powered
up.
2. If the light bulb is on after power-up,
turn it off with a programmed TC
transmitter.
ON/OFF FLASH TIMER
Operating
mode
slide switch
LED Indication
Flash quickly
Flash slowly
Timer Steadily On
4. SET TIMER DURATION
OFF
Note:
This switch is
only for selecting
mode during
programming.
ON
ON