FUNCTION
The DBM Doorbell Sense Module is a high quality plug-in
home automation controller that is capable of transmitting
UPB (Universal Powerline Bus) digital commands over the
existing power wiring to remotely turn on and off other UPB
devices whenever the doorbell rings. The DBM can be freely
located anywhere a wall outlet exists throughout the home.
Only limited additional wiring is required and no radio
frequency signals are used for communication.
FEATURES:
•
Senses a ring on two separate doorbell circuits.
Configure different actions to occur for a front
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doorbell ring and a back doorbell ring.
•
Command lights to flash when a doorbell rings.
•
Command a vacuum or appliance to turn off when a
doorbell rings.
•
Ability to remotely enable/disable the doorbell sensing
mechanism.
TYPICAL USES
The DBM is perfect for sensing conventional 12VAC-24VAC
electric doorbell ring current to trigger actions such as:
•
Flash a light for the hearing impaired
•
Turn off a vacuum or appliance
•
Automatically turn on porch lights
•
Automatically turn on security cameras
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical products, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
1.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
2.
Keep away from water. If the product comes in contact
with water or other liquid, turn off the circuit breaker and
unplug the product immediately.
3.
Never use products that have been dropped or
damaged.
4.
Do not use this product outdoors.
5.
Do not use this product for other than its intended
purpose.
Model: DBM
Doorbell Sense Module
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Installation Guide and
6.
Do not cover this product with any material when in use.
7.
To avoid any risk of fire, burns, personal injury or electric
shock, install this product out of the reach of small children.
8.
This product uses grounded plugs and sockets to reduce the
risk of electric shock. These plugs and sockets fit only one
way. If they do not fit, consult an electrician.
9.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
INSTALLATION
The DBM is designed for indoor use with 12VAC-24VAC electric
doorbell circuits. To install the DBM module:
1. Locate any grounded wall outlet throughout the home –
preferably near the doorbell transformer.
2. Plug the DBM into the wall outlet (see illustration).
3. Optionally, the DBM can be secured to the wall outlet by
screwing the wall plate center screw through the DBM's
mounting tab.
4. Remove the supplied Terminal Block from the DBM's
Terminal Connector (see illustration).
5. Cut doorbell circuit #1 at any convenient point and connect
the two wires to the Terminal Block. Terminate the two
wires to blocks 1 and 2 using the clamping screws
provided.
6. Cut doorbell circuit #2 at any convenient point and connect
the two wires to the Terminal Block. Terminate the two
wires to blocks 3 and 4 using the clamping screws
provided.
7. Plug the Terminal Block into the Terminal Connector (see
illustration).
Wall
Outlet
Status
LED
Program
Button
Terminal
Block
Doorbell Circuit #1
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Owner's Manual
Terminal
Connector
Doorbell Circuit #2
(optional)
Low Voltage
Transformer
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