SkylinkHome PR-318 Instruction Manual

Plug-In Dimmer
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of a SkylinkHome lighting receiver, Plug-In
Dimmer PR-318 or PL-318. The receiver module allows you to wirelessly
turn on and off, dim and brighten lights with the SkylinkHome transmitters.
PR-318 also repeats signal as a repeater to extend the operating range.
The Plug-In Dimmer with Repeater PR-318 can communicate with up to
16 transmitters ; the Plug-in Dimmer without repeater PL-318 can
communicate with up to 8 transmitters. Users have 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:
- Plug-In Dimmer (PR-318 or PL-318)
- User's Instructions
Plug-In
Dimmer
Simply plug the Plug-In Dimmer to an AC electrical outlet, then plug in a
light that you would like to operate to the socket on the Plug-In Dimmer.
You may place the antenna in the upright position to have the best
reception.
The Plug-In Dimmer is designed to operate
compact fluorescent light with a maximum load
not connect other kinds of loading or loading that exceeds this maximum
rating. Light bulbs must be dimmable in order to achieve dimming function.
3. PROGRAMMING TRANSMITTERS (TC SERIES) / SENSORS
In order to operate the Plug-In Dimmer remotely with a transmitter or
sensor, it must be programmed to the Plug-In Dimmer.
There are 3 operating modes with the Plug-In Dimmer:
1) Regular Mode - When a valid signal is received, it will turn on or off the
light, or change the brightness of the 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 load will
be on for a specific period of time, 1 minute, 5 minutes, 15 minutes,
30 minutes, or 60 minutes. This is mainly for energy saving.
You can program multiple transmitters / sensors to the module and
different transmitter / sensor can activate a different mode.
To program a TC series transmitter into the Plug-In Dimmer under
regular mode, follow the instructions below.
1. Plug in a load to the Plug-In Dimmer.
2. Plug in the module to an AC electrical outlet,
the red LED flashes once quickly. The con-
nected light should be in off mode.
3. Press and hold the "SET" button for about
3 seconds, until the red LED flashes quickly.
4. You may now release the
"SET" button to program for
regular mode. The red LED
will continue to flash quickly
for about 15 seconds.
Model PR-318/PL-318
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2. SETUP
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5. Within 15 seconds, follow steps A) to C).
A). Press the PROG button on the back of the TC transmitter with a sharp
object.
B). Press the button on the TC transmitter that you would like to program.
C). Once the transmitter is programmed, the red LED on the dimmer
flashes quickly then stops flashing, indicating you have successfully
programmed the transmitter to the module. The programmed trans-
mitter button is ready to be used now.
To program a TC series transmitter into the Plug-In Dimmer under flashing
Alert Mode, follow the instructions below.
1. Plug in a load to the Plug-In Dimmer.
2. Plug in the module to an AC electrical outlet, the red LED flashes once
quickly. The connected light should be in off mode.
3. Press and hold the "SET" button for about 9 seconds, until the red LED
flashes slowly.
4. You may now release the "SET" button to program for Flashing Alert
Mode. The red LED will continue to flash slowly for about 15 seconds.
5. Within 15 seconds, follow steps A) to C).
A). Press the PROG button on the back of the TC transmitter with a
sharp object.
B). Press the button on the TC transmitter that you would like to program.
C). Once the transmitter is programmed, the red LED on the dimmer
flashes quickly then stops flashing, indicating you have successfully
programmed the transmitter to the module. The programmed trans-
mitter button is ready to be used now for Flashing Alert Mode.
To program a TC series transmitter into the Plug-In Dimmer under Count-
down Timer Mode, follow the instructions below.
1. Plug in a load to the Plug-In Dimmer.
2. Plug in the module to an AC electrical outlet, the red LED flashes once
quickly. The connected light should be in off mode.
3. Press and hold the "SET" button for about 15 seconds, until the red LED
is steadily on.
4. You may now release the "SET" button to program for Countdown Timer
Mode. The red LED will continue to be on for about 15 seconds.
5. Within 15 seconds, follow steps A) to C).
A). Press the PROG button on the back of the TC transmitter with a sharp
object.
B). Press the button on the TC transmitter that you would like to program.
C). Once the transmitter is programmed, the red LED on the dimmer
flashes quickly then stops flashing, indicating you have successfully
programmed the transmitter to the module. The programmed trans-
mitter button is ready to be used now for Countdown Timer Mode.
Note: To program other transmitters/sensors (besides TC series transmitter),
please refer to the instructions of those transmitters/sensors and the above
instructions.
Note: You must complete the programming sequence within the 15-second
interval, otherwise, the module will quit from programming mode and you
need to start again from step 3 if the red LED is off.
As mentioned, the timer can be set to the following durations, 1 minute,
5 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or 60 minutes.
This timer duration is used for both under Flashing Alert Mode and Count-
down Timer Mode.
There is only one timer setting, so all transmitters that are programmed
for timer mode and flashing mode will have the same timer duration. To
set the timer duration, follow the instructions below:
1. Plug in the module to an AC socket so it is powered on properly.
2. Turn on the connected load by a programmed transmitter. The load
must be on under regular mode in order to set the timer duration.
3. Press and hold the SET button for 3 seconds, the red LED flashes
once. The number of flashes indicates the timer duration:
3. PROGRAMMING TRANSMITTERS (TC SERIES) /
SENSORS (CONT)
Operating Mode
Regular
Flashing Alert
Countdown Timer
4. SET TIMER DURATION
LED Indication
Quick Flashes
Slow Flashes
Steadily On