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Merlin Zone Control System Operating Instructions
WHAT IS MERLIN?
MERLIN is a hybrid WiFi/RF control system, allowing control over the 12V (Secondary) side of landscape lighting systems, to
bring a new level of control to your lighting scenes. MERLIN enables you to create multiple areas of control over entire runs or
single fixtures, giving you the ultimate in flexibility, whether installing with a new system, or retrofitting an existing system.
ILLUMiSMART APP: You can download the ILLUMiSMART APP onto your Mobile phone, tablet or IPad, from Apple App
Store or Google Play . Using the ILLUMiSMART APP gives you control over all MERLIN RX within WiFi range. Easily schedule
groups, individual zones or fixtures to turn on or off according to sunrise, sunset, timer, or manual control.
MERLIN TX: You can also control the MERLIN RX devices via RF using the MERLIN TX remote. The usable line of sight
communication distance is 305m (1000 feet). 2 x AAA battery (supplied) are required. The function of MERLIN TX remote is
based on controlling zones. The MERLIN TX is capable of controlling 8 zones. Each zone can be bonded to 20 individual
MERLIN RX devices for a total of 160 devices. Every MERLIN RX in the same zone receives the same command from MERLIN
TX, based on the designated zone you have chosen. If you choose "AL" (meaning ALL ZONES), every MERLIN RX will respond.
MERLIN RX: The receiver of commands from either the ILLUMISMART APP or the MERLIN TX. This device installed inline on
the secondary side of the transformer is capable of switching up to a 25A load. Control complete runs, designated sections, or
individual fixtures, as you choose. Simply connect the INPUT wires of the MERLIN RX to the low voltage wire coming from the
transformer on the line, run, or fixture you wish to control. Connect the OUTPUT wires of the MERLIN RX to the fixture side of
the line, run or fixture you wish to control. When connecting to, and controlling by the MERLIN TX, each MERLIN RX is assigned
a zone. When using the ILLUMiSMART APP, groups are created using the Rooms function.
MERLIN WIFI ARCHITECTURE
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Summary of Contents for illumicare Merlin
- Page 1 Simply connect the INPUT wires of the MERLIN RX to the low voltage wire coming from the transformer on the line, run, or fixture you wish to control. Connect the OUTPUT wires of the MERLIN RX to the fixture side of the line, run or fixture you wish to control.
- Page 2 12. l. After the initial pairing process finish, the Operation Indicator will be ON (Red); If the process failed, the Operation Indica- tor will be OFF. Please try pairing again according to App instruction , and move the MERLIN RX closer to the WiFi router if possible.
- Page 3 “ON” or “OFF” event. Click “Save” in the top right corner. How to Set Astronomical Control? You can set MERLIN RXs into the Automatic mode according to different conditions such as Sunrise/Sunset/time. Click on “Smart” on the bottom of the screen. Click “Automa- tion”...
- Page 4 ABOUT MERLIN TX Bonding Merlin RX With Merlin TX The MERLIN TX needs to be bonded with the MERLIN RX to control the device. 1. After connecting the MERLIN RX to the transformer, turn on Power. the Power indicator on the MERLIN RX is ON (Green) 2.
- Page 5 Installing the MERLIN HUB 1. Connect the antenna to the MERLIN HUB before connecting power. This will ensure there is no damage from static electricity. 2. In the ILLUMISMART APP, click the + sign in the top right corner to add a device 3.
- Page 6 3. Press the button on the MERLIN HUB (D1) 5 times quickly. The lights on the HUB will flash, and the RF connection is made. 4. Next the MERLIN RX needs to be assigned to one of the 6 switches or zones in the Illumismart APP 5.