Clipsal® RF Remote Control SLC5888TXBD for Use With Clipsal® RF Wireless Control Systems Instruction Bulletin Retain for future use.
Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin 63249-420-278A3 02/2009 NEW A5 HAZARD CATEGORIES AND SPECIAL SYMBOLS Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device before trying to install, operate, service, or maintain it. The following special messages may appear throughout this bulletin or on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.
63249-420-278A3 02/2009 Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin Class B FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin 63249-420-278A3 02/2009 ABOUT THE RF WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL The Clipsal® RF Wireless Remote Control provides C-Bus™ protocol commands to control buttons on Clipsal RF wireless wall units and plug adapter units. It is a radio frequency (RF) remote control that works up to 49 to 70 feet (15 to 20 meters) from a unit it controls. Unlike an infrared remote, which operates on line-of-sight, an RF remote signal cannot be blocked by obstructions.
63249-420-278A3 02/2009 Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin Before You Begin Before you begin to set up a unit, verify that your order is complete by comparing the contents of the package with the appropriate items in the table below. Also verify that the catalog number on the box label matches your order.
Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin 63249-420-278A3 02/2009 Figure 1: Side and Front View of the Remote Control Holder The Remote Control Holder is fixed to a surface using screws or double-sided adhesive mounting pads. To attach the holder using mounting pads: 1. Peel off the backings from of one side of the mounting pads. 2. Stick the four mounting pads along the "T" on the back of the holder. 3.
63249-420-278A3 02/2009 Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin Figure 2: Removing the Cradle Section Figure 3: Removing the 'T' Section 3. Hold the T section against the mounting surface and use a pencil to mark the position of the holes on the mounting surface. 4. Drill the holes. (Use a 2mm drill bit for wood, or use a 6.5mm masonry bit when using wall plugs.) 5. Insert the wall plugs (if used). Place the T section against the mounting surface with the countersunk side visible.
Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin 63249-420-278A3 02/2009 REMOTE CONTROL BUTTONS Remote controls have 5 control buttons. Each control button has two functions. Switch between functions by pressing the Shift button. Press the control button of the device, or load to change. Use the Up and Down buttons to adjust the load level. Use the "All Off" button to switch off every unit that has been associated with the remote control. Figure 4: Button Layout KEY: A.
63249-420-278A3 02/2009 Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin INSTALLING THE BATTERIES To install the 2 x AAA batteries provided: 1. On the back of the remote, press the tab and slide the back cover down to release. 2. Insert the batteries. Verify that the positive and negative terminals match the symbols inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the back cover by positioning the cover and sliding it up. Figure 5: Removing the Back Cover KEY: A. Press the tab to release the back cover B.
Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin 63249-420-278A3 02/2009 Battery Tips and Precautions Use new AAA batteries and verify that all batteries are the same type. Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Verify that the positive (+) and negative (–) battery polarities line up with the battery-case polarities. Replace batteries that have been in use two or more years. Recycle or properly dispose of used batteries. Try changing the batteries if your remote does not control units.
63249-420-278A3 02/2009 Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE Follow the guidelines below to make the Remote Control functional. Program C-Bus Wireless units to recognize the remote's buttons. Program the remote, wall units, and plug adapter units using learn mode. Learn mode is activated on the remote by removing the back cover (see the "Installing the Batteries" section to removing the back cover), and sliding the switch up to the Learn position.
Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin 63249-420-278A3 02/2009 CLEARING REMOTE ASSIGNMENTS To clear an individual remote assignment learned by a specific button on a wall unit or plug adapter unit, reassign the same remote button to the wall unit or plug adapter button. Assigning a button once programs it. Assigning it again clears it. To clear all remote assignments (from all remote controls) learned by an individual wall unit or plug adapter unit: 1.
63249-420-278A3 02/2009 Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin SPECIFICATIONS Parameter Description Supply voltage 2 x AAA, batteries Radio frequency 916 MHz Transmitting power 10 mW Typical range (range depends on building construction and the proximity to dense or metallic objects) Wood frame / brick veneer construction 49 to 66 feet (15 to 20 m) Brick, stone, or steel frame construction 33 to 49 feet (10 to 15 m) Steel reinforced concrete construction 16 to 33 feet (5 to 10 m) Maximu
Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin 63249-420-278A3 02/2009 DIMENSIONS STANDARDS The Remote Control complies with the following Standards: Table3: U.S. and Canadian Product Safety Standards and U.S. FCC Regulations Standards/Regulations FCC Part 15 14 Title Class B Digital Device for Home or Office Use © 2009 Schneider Electric. All Rights Reserved.
Clipsal® RF Remote Control Instruction Bulletin SUPPORT AND SERVICE Contact the Square D Customer Information Center for technical support by phone at 1-888-Square D (1-888-778-2733) or e-mail at lightingcontrol.support@us.schneider-electric.com. Contact your local Square D service representative or Clipsal® certified installer for repairs or service to your network. You may also find helpful information on our web site at www.squaredlightingcontrol.com.
