User's Manual

Congratulations!
Thanks for purchasing and installing the AccessLinc™ for Insteon
TM
products. This
simple, plug-in device is designed to bridge Insteon signals between the AC power-
line and wireless devices. By plugging in a single AccessLinc, Insteon signals can be
easily bridged (or converted) between wireless radio frequencies (RF) and powerline
signals.
When two AccessLinc Interfaces are used in a home, they will also act as powerline
signal repeaters. This allows Insteon powerline signals transmitted on one phase of
a home's electrical system to be automatically repeated and placed on the opposite
phase. Since most homes in North America have two lines of electricity coming in
from the power company, getting the powerline signals between phases can often
be difficult. By using two or more AccessLinc Interfaces, this problem is easily elimi-
nated.
Key Features
• Bridges RF to RF, RF to powerline, and powerline to RF
• Provide powerlinc phase coupling when 2 or more are used
• Allows wireless devices to communicate long distances over the powerline
• Uses the reliable 900MHz band for good through-wall transmissions
• Solves RF “dead spots”
• Unlimited expansion to support large or complicated installations
• Pass-through outlet for any AC device
• Diagnostic LED aid setup and diagnostics
• Advanced features adjustable over the powerline via computer software
• FCC and ETA approved. Manufactured in an ISO 9001:2000 facility
What is Insteon?
Insteon is a new method of communications between home automation devices. By
using the latest technologies, Insteon communications are faster, more secure, and
reliable than traditional signaling methods. The signals can travel over 900 MHz
wireless and on the AC powerline. Insteon-based products are backwards compati-
ble with the popular X10 powerline standard. With only a few affordable Insteon-
based products, a home can be quickly and easily set up to make your life for con-
venient, safe, and fun.
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