Lutron Athena & myRoom XC Keypad Installation
Model: ARST-W
Keypad
Power Requirements: 120-277V~ 50/60 Hz 0.25 A
Important Notes
- Codes: Install in accordance with all local and national electrical codes. Type 1 action independently mounted operating control. Pollution degree 2, Impulse voltage 4 kV.
- Environment: Ambient operating temperature: 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C), 0 to 90% humidity, non-condensing. Indoor use only.
- Wallplates: Use only Lutron wallplates with these keypads. Non-Lutron wallplates may not sit flush against the wall. Claro and Satin Colors wallplates are designed for best color match and clean aesthetic appearance. Do not paint controls, buttons, or wallplates.
- Cleaning: For disinfecting keypad, please refer to www.lutron.com/cleaning.
- Wallboxes: All keypads require a U.S. wallbox. 3 1/2 in (89 mm) deep recommended, 2 1/4 in (57 mm) deep minimum.
- RF Device Placement: For reliable performance, place this device within 25 ft (7.6 m) of two additional compatible wireless devices, such as Athena or myRoom XC Sunnata products, Ketra, and the Clear Connect Gateway - Type X.
- System Programming: Programming and activation must be accomplished through the Lutron Designer software.
Installation Steps
Turn power OFF at circuit breaker
WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD. May result in Serious Injury or Death. Turn off power at circuit breaker or fuse before installing.
Prepare the wires
When making wire connections, follow the recommended strip lengths and combinations for the supplied wire nuts. Note: Wire nuts provided are suitable for copper wire only.
AWG Strip Length 12 & 14 AWG (2.5 & 1.5 mm²) 3/8 in (10 mm) 18 AWG (0.75 mm²) 7/16 in (11 mm) Wire the control
Connect wires as follows:
- Line/Hot: Black wire to Keypad
- Neutral: White wire to Keypad
- Ground: Bare wire to Keypad
Diagram showing connections: Line/Hot (Black) to Keypad, Neutral (White) to Keypad, Ground (Bare) to Keypad.
Mount the wallplate adapter
Diagram showing a hand attaching a wallplate adapter to a wall.
Mount the keypad and attach the wallplate
Diagram showing a keypad being attached to the wallplate adapter, followed by attaching the wallplate.
Turn power ON at circuit breaker
Diagram showing a circuit breaker switch in the ON position.
System Setup
This keypad must be used in an Athena or myRoom XC system with a Clear Connect Gateway - Type X for control of dimmers, switches, and shades. Use the Lutron Designer software to setup the system (training is required to access the software).
For reliable performance, Clear Connect-Type X devices must be placed within 25 ft (7.6 m) of two additional compatible Clear Connect-Type X devices. Companion devices have wired communication with the main device.
Troubleshooting
Symptom | Cause | Action |
---|---|---|
Status LEDs on the keypad don't light up when buttons on it are pressed. | Power not present at keypad | Circuit breaker OFF. Turn ON breaker. |
Incorrect wiring | Wire the keypad according to Step 3. | |
A specific dimmer, switch or shade/drapery is not controlled when a button is pressed on the keypad. | The dimmer, switch or shade/drapery is not assigned to the keypad | Refer to the Lutron Designer software and ensure the device is assigned to the keypad. Perform a transfer and make sure it is successful. |
Dimmer, switch or shade/drapery does not go to the desired level or position when a button on the keypad is pressed. | Failure has occurred on the lamp(s) controlled by the dimmer/switch | Replace the lamp(s). |
Devices are out of range | Ensure this device is placed within 25 ft (7.6 m) of two additional compatible wireless devices, such as Athena or myRoom XC Sunnata products and the Athena or myRoom XC Clear Connect Gateway - Type X. | |
All status LEDs on the keypad flash when any button is pressed. | The button was not programmed correctly | Refer to the Lutron Designer software and ensure the device is assigned to the keypad. Perform a transfer and make sure it is successful. |
Devices are out of range | Ensure this device is placed within 25 ft (7.6 m) of two additional compatible wireless devices; see Application Note #745 (P/N 048745) and the Athena or myRoom XC Clear Connect Gateway - Type X. | |
The keypad is in the Factory Settings mode and has not been configured to work in a system | Refer to the Lutron Designer software and ensure the device is assigned to that keypad. Perform a transfer and make sure it is successful. |
Note: Refer to the system setup guide for additional troubleshooting suggestions.
Reset to factory settings
Note: Returning a keypad to its factory settings will remove the keypad from the system and erase all programming.
- Step 1: Triple tap any button on the keypad (except raise/lower). DO NOT release after third tap.
- Step 2: Keep the button pressed on the third tap until all the status LEDs start to flash slowly (approximately 3 seconds).
- Step 3: Immediately release the button and triple tap the button again. The status LEDs on the keypad will flash quickly. The keypad has now been returned to its factory settings.
Diagrams illustrating the reset process.
FCC/IC/IFT Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference, and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifications not expressly approved by Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
NOTE: 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a 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
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Clear Connect - Type X devices: This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limits set for an uncontrolled environment. The user should avoid prolonged exposure within 7.9 in (20 cm) of the antenna, which may exceed the FCC/ISED radio frequency exposure limits.
Limited Warranty
For warranty information, visit www.lutron.com/warranty or call 1.844.LUTRON1 for a printed copy.
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