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Minimum Load (without neutral)

Incandescent (Tungsten) 25W

Halogen 25W

Fluorescent* N/A

Compact Fluorescent (CFL)*

N/A

LED* N/A

Environmental

Operational Temperature 32˚ F - 104˚ F (0˚ C - 40˚ C)

All load ratings are based on an ambient

temperature of 25˚ C.

Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing

Storage -4˚ F - 158˚ F (-20˚ C - 70˚ C)

Miscellaneous

Control Communications ZigBee, IEEE 802.15.4, 2.4 GHz, 15-channel

spread spectrum radio

Wallbox Volume 5.75 cubic inches

* NOTES:

(1) The maximum and minimum load requirements for ﬂuorescent, CFL

and LED loads can vary greatly depending upon the speciﬁc ﬁxture and/

or bulb being used. At higher wattages, these load types have signiﬁcant

in-rush current which can trip the protection circuitry on the device. At

low wattages, some CFL and LED loads will not be able to completely

shut o.

(2) In both cases, the quality and performance of these load types varies

greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer. When using these load types,

we recommend testing in advance. If problems are found, simply changing

to a dierent bulb manufacturer may solve the problem.

(3) Additionally, we do not recommend the use of ﬂuorescent, CFL, or

LED loads without a neutral wire connected to the dimmer due to the

capacitive nature of these load types.

Warnings and Considerations

WARNING! This device must be installed by a licensed electrician in

accordance with all national and local electrical codes.

WARNING! Improper use or installation can cause SERIOUS INJURY,

DEATH or LOSS/DAMAGE OF PROPERTY.

WARNING! If you are unsure about any part of these instructions, consult

a qualiﬁed electrician.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH, turn OFF

local electrical power before installing this product.

WARNING! Use this device only with copper or copper-clad wire. Do not

use aluminum wiring. This product has not been approved for use with

aluminum wiring.

WARNING! This device must be protected by a circuit breaker (20A max).

CAUTION! To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage

to other equipment, do not install to control a receptacle or a motor

operated appliance.

IMPORTANT! This product generates heat during normal operation.

Supported Model

• C4-FPD120 Forward Phase Dimmer

Introduction

The Control4® Forward Phase Dimmer operates independently or as part of a

Control4 home automation system. It installs in a standard wall box using typical

wiring standards and communicates to the Control4 system using a wireless

connection.

Box Contents

• Forward Phase Dimmer

• Wire Nuts

• Warranty Card

• ForwardPhaseDimmerInstallationGuide (this document)

Speciﬁcations and Supported Load Types

The speciﬁcations are described below.

Model Number C4-FPD120-xx

Power Requirements 120 VAC +/-10%, 50/60 Hz

This device can function with or without a

neutral AC connection depending on load type.

See load types and wiring diagrams below.

Load Types and Ratings

Supported Load Types Incandescent, Halogen, Electronic (Solid

State) Low Voltage (ELV) transformers,

Magnetic (Iron Core, Inductive) Low Voltage

(MLV) transformers*, Fluorescents, Compact

Fluorescents, LEDs.

Maximum Load 1 Gang 2 Gang 3+ Gang

Incandescent (Tungsten) 1000W 800W 600W

Halogen 1000W 800W 600W

Fluorescent* 1000W 800W 600W

Compact Fluorescent (CFL)* 1000W 800W 600W

LED* 200W 200W 200W

Minimum Load (with neutral)

Incandescent (Tungsten) 25W

Halogen 25W

Fluorescent* 25W

Compact Fluorescent (CFL)* 25W

LED* 25W

Forward Phase

Dimmer

Installation Guide

IMPORTANT! Using this product in a manner other than outlined in this

document voids your warranty. Further, Control4 is NOT liable for any

damage incurred with the misuse of this product. See “Troubleshooting.”

IMPORTANT! Do NOT use a power screwdriver to install this device. If you

do, you may overtighten the screws and strip them. Also, overtightening

the screws may interfere with proper button operation.

IMPORTANT! This is an electronic device with intricate components.

Handle and install with care!

Installation Instructions

1 Ensure that the location and intended use meet the following criteria:

• Do not exceed the load capacity requirements of the dimmer. In multi-

gang installations, a reduction of the dimmers’ capacity is required to allow

the dimmers to be installed side-by-side. Refer to the load ratings in the

speciﬁcations above for details.

• Install in accordance with all national and local electrical codes.

• The range and performance of the wireless control system is highly

dependent on the following: (1) distance between devices; (2) layout of the

home; (3) walls separating devices; and (4) electrical equipment located near

devices.

2 If installing in a multi-gang scenario, use pliers to remove the inner-side

breakaway tabs. Bend each tab back and forth until it breaks o. Remove

the inner-side tabs ONLY on any device side that will be adjacent to another

device. DO NOT remove tabs on any side that will become the outer side of a

group of devices.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH,

turn OFF local electrical power before installing this product.

3 Turn o the local electrical power by either switching o the circuit breaker or

removing the fuse from the fuse box. To ensure the wires do NOT have power

running to them, use an inductive voltage detector.

WARNING! As with any electrical device, improper use or installation can

cause SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH. It is important that you understand the

particular wiring conﬁguration of your installation before proceeding.

NOTE: The wallbox wiring shown in this document is an example. Your

wire colors and functions may dier. If you are not sure which wires

are the Hot, Neutral, Load, Traveler, and Ground wires, have a trained

electrician perform the installation.

4 Prepare each wire. Wire insulation should be stripped back 5/8 of an inch

from the wire end (see Figure 1).

Figure 1. Strip Wire Insulation

5 Identify your wiring application, and then see the appropriate wiring diagram

in the “Sample Wiring Conﬁgurations” section below.

WARNING! Ground the keypad in accordance with the National Electric

Code (NEC) requirements. DO NOT rely solely upon the yoke plate’s

contact with a metal wallbox for adequate grounding. Use the keypad’s

ground wire to make a secure connection to the safety ground of the

electrical system.

IMPORTANT! Not grounding this product according to the preceding

may result in an installation less immune to damage caused by electrical

disturbances, such as ESD or lightning, and may void the warranty.

6 Identify and connect the dimmer wires to the wallbox wires using the wire

nuts.

IMPORTANT! The yellow wire is not a traditional traveler. It cannot directly

power a lighting load. It must be used only to connect to a Control4

Auxiliary Keypad. See “Sample Wiring Conﬁgurations.”

NOTE: Wallbox wires can dier depending upon how the box was wired

by your electrician.

7 Fit the wires back into the wallbox. Bend the wires in a zigzag pattern so that

they easily fold into the wallbox (Figure 2).

Figure 2. Bend the Wires

8 If you are using a Control4 push-on (screwless) wall plate:

a. Align the dimmer to the wallbox (the load rating label should be at

the bottom) and fasten it with screws. Tighten the screws until the

back side of the yoke plate is even with the wall surface, but no

further. Overtightening can warp the dimmer and cause

mechanical malfunction.

TIP: In multi-gang installations, leave the screws that attach the dimmer

to the wallbox slightly loose until the faceplate’s sub-plate is attached

to all the devices. This allows all devices in the multi-gang box to be

aligned before securing them to the wallbox. See the Control4 Faceplate

Installation Guide for details.

b. Install the Control4 Faceplate following the instructions in the

Faceplate Installation Guide.

9 If you are using a Decora-style screw-on wall plate:

a. Align the dimmer to the wallbox and fasten it with screws.

b. Tighten the screws until the back side of the yoke plate is even with

the wall surface but no further. Overtightening can warp the dimmer

and cause mechanical malfunction.

c. Fasten the faceplate to the dimmer with screws.

10 Turn ON power at the circuit breaker or replace the fuse

from the fuse box.

Operation and Conﬁguration

On initial power up, all LEDs on the dimmer will illuminate green indicating that the

device has power. To set up this dimmer for use with a Control4 system, refer to

the Composer Pro User Guide.

To operate this dimmer as a stand-alone device:

• Click the top button to turn the light on.

• Click the bottom button to turn the light o.

Summary of content (6 pages)

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™ Forward Phase Dimmer Installation Guide Incandescent (Tungsten) 25W Halogen 25W Fluorescent* N/A Compact Fluorescent (CFL)* N/A LED* N/A Supported Model • C4-FPD120 Forward Phase Dimmer IMPORTANT! This is an electronic device with intricate components.
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™ • • Press and hold the top button to ramp the light up. Release the button at the desired light level. Press and hold the bottom button to fade the light down. Release the button at the desired light level. About this Document Figure 5. Multiple Device Location Using Auxiliary Keypad, With Neutral Connection Part Number: 200-00307, Rev A 11/12/2012 Air Gap Switch During routine lamp replacement, remove power from the lamp by engaging the air gap mechanism.
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Regulatory Compliance & Safety Information for Contol4 Model C4-FPD120. Electrical Safety Advisory Important Safety Information Read the safety instructions before using this product. 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
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instructions of the battery manufacturer and applicable environmental guidelines. Do not open, puncture or incinerate the battery, or expose it to conducting materials, moisture, liquid, fire or heat above 54° C or 130° F. 19. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. 20.
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particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:     Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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Recycling Control4 understands that a commitment to the environment is essential for a health life and sustainable growth for future generations. We are committed to supporting the environmental standards, laws, and directives that have been put in place by various communities and countries that deal with concerns for the environment. This commitment is represented by combining technological innovation with sound environmental business decisions.