INSTEON ApplianceLinc 2456SE Outdoor Plug-In Appliance On/Off Module

About ApplianceLinc

The ApplianceLinc offers an elegant and stylish way to remotely control any plug-in device, both indoors and outdoors, with the touch of a button. Commands can be sent to ApplianceLinc from any INSTEON Controller.

Key ApplianceLinc Features

• Installs and links to other INSTEON devices in minutes.
• Controls standard incandescent loads up to 1800 Watts and inductive loads up to 15 Amps.
• Weatherproof design for harsh outdoor conditions.
• Dual-color Status LED and beeper indicate INSTEON setup mode activity and operational states.
• Load Sensing can be easily disabled and re-enabled.
• Responds to commands from X10 controllers.
• Stores setup state in non-volatile memory, so settings are retained during power outages.
• Comes with a two-year warranty.

What is Included with ApplianceLinc

• ApplianceLinc – INSTEON Outdoor Plug-In Appliance On/Off Module
• Quick-Start Guide

What is INSTEON?

Since its inception in 2005, INSTEON has become a leading home-control networking technology, known for its reliability and flexibility. INSTEON systems are designed to be simple, reliable, and affordable. Each device installs in minutes and acts as a network repeater, ensuring commands are not lost. INSTEON devices can be integrated easily into any number of devices at a low cost, enhancing convenience, safety, and enjoyment in the home.

How Does INSTEON Work?

INSTEON utilizes a dual-mesh network, combining radio frequency (RF) signals with the home's existing wiring for communication. Every INSTEON device functions as a repeater, strengthening the network by relaying messages. No central controller or complex setup is required; devices are installed and then linked together through button presses. In this context, "Controller" refers to a device that sends commands, and "Responder" refers to a device that reacts to commands. An INSTEON device can act as either or both. INSTEON networks are secure, with each device assigned a unique INSTEON ID.

Installation

Preparing to Install ApplianceLinc

CAUTION: Read and understand these instructions before installing and retain them for future reference. ApplianceLinc is intended for installation in accordance with the National Electric Code and local regulations in the United States or the Canadian Electrical Code and local regulations in Canada. Use indoors only. ApplianceLinc is not designed nor approved for use on power lines other than 120V 60Hz, single phase. Attempting to use ApplianceLinc on non-approved power lines may have hazardous consequences.

Prior to installing ApplianceLinc, please review the entire installation procedure and take the following precautions:

• Do not plug ApplianceLinc into an outlet controlled by a switch, as turning off the switch will cut power to ApplianceLinc.
• Do not plug ApplianceLinc into a filtered power strip or AC line filter.
• Ensure the device's built-in switch is in the 'on' position.
• Connect ApplianceLinc to a 3-prong AC outlet with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt (GFCI) feature. If the outlet lacks GFCI protection, ensure a GFCI device is upstream (closer to the electrical panel or a GFCI circuit breaker).
• Test your GFCI protection each time ApplianceLinc is plugged in and monthly thereafter. To test: plug in ApplianceLinc, ensure the connected load is on, press the TEST button on the GFCI outlet/breaker. The unit should stop operating. Wait 5 seconds, then press RESET. ApplianceLinc and the load should turn on. If the GFCI fails, disconnect power and correct the issue. Consult your GFCI device's instructions for specific testing procedures. Replace the GFCI device if its ability to detect ground faults is in doubt.
• Do not bury ApplianceLinc, any electrical cable, or connected components. Buried power cords can lead to electrocution.
• Prevent vegetation from growing on or around ApplianceLinc.
• Do not install ApplianceLinc where water can accumulate around it.
• Do not exceed the load rating of ApplianceLinc. Ensure the total amperage of attached devices does not exceed 15 Amps.
• Do not use damaged or poor-condition electrical or extension cords.
• If using an extension cord, it must be properly grounded and of adequate capacity. Light-duty or medium-duty cords can cause voltage drops, leading to overheating.
• Do not attempt to open ApplianceLinc; the case is sealed and contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Do not use ApplianceLinc to control devices critical for human or animal safety or life support.

If you have any questions, please call:

INSTEON Gold Support Line: 800-762-7845

Installing ApplianceLinc

1. Plug the appliance/device (the load) you want to control into the outlet on ApplianceLinc.
2. Plug ApplianceLinc into an unswitched wall outlet. The ApplianceLinc Status LED will turn on solid green. If the load does not turn on, tap the Set button on ApplianceLinc.
3. Allow ApplianceLinc to hang down from the outlet so it is facing downwards.

NOTE: After completing installation, the load's built-in switch will not control the load unless Load Sensing is enabled. See "Enabling/Disabling Load Sensing".

Using ApplianceLinc

LED and Beeper Activity

LED Activity

Tapping the Set Button

If ApplianceLinc is in a setup mode, tap the Set button to exit setup mode and return to normal operation.

Beeper Activity

Controlling ApplianceLinc from an INSTEON Controller

Linking an INSTEON Controller to ApplianceLinc

To use ApplianceLinc as an INSTEON Responder, follow these steps to Link ApplianceLinc and a Controller together. Refer to the Controller's Owner's Manual for detailed instructions on how to properly install and Link it to ApplianceLinc.

The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices:

1. Use the Set button to set ApplianceLinc to the desired state (on or off) you wish to activate from the Controller.
2. Set the Controller to Linking Mode. (For most Controllers, press & hold an On or Scene button for 10 seconds or the Set button for 3 seconds.) You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Linking Mode automatically times out.
3. Press & hold the Set button on ApplianceLinc until it double-beeps (3 seconds). The ApplianceLinc Status LED will turn on solid green if the load is on or solid red if it is off.
4. Confirm that Linking was successful by tapping the button you just Linked to on the Controller. ApplianceLinc will respond appropriately.

Unlinking ApplianceLinc from an INSTEON Controller

If you are going to discontinue using ApplianceLinc, it is important to Unlink it from any Linked Controllers. Otherwise, the Controllers will retry commands repetitively, slowing down the system.

The following will work for the most common INSTEON devices:

1. Set the Controller to Unlinking Mode. (For most Controllers, press & hold an On or Scene button for 10 seconds twice or the Set button for 3 seconds twice.) You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Unlinking Mode automatically times out.
2. Press & hold the Set button on ApplianceLinc until it double-beeps (3 seconds). The ApplianceLinc Status LED will turn on solid green if the load is on or solid red if it is off.
3. Confirm that Unlinking was successful by tapping the button you just Unlinked from on the Controller. ApplianceLinc will no longer respond.

Creating INSTEON Scenes

INSTEON scenes allow you to activate dramatic lighting moods with a single button press. For example, you can set all lights in a scene to dim to 50%, or turn certain lights on while turning others off, all with one tap on a Controller. INSTEON scenes are easy to set up: Link more than one Responder to the same On/Off or Scene button on a Controller. When you tap any of the Linked buttons on the Controller, all INSTEON devices Linked in the scene will respond as a group.

Advanced Features

Enabling/Disabling Load Sensing

Load Sensing allows manual control of the load plugged into ApplianceLinc using the load's own switch, without sending a command from an INSTEON or X10 controller. When the load is off (with Load Sensing enabled), ApplianceLinc will "sense" the attempt to turn it on via its built-in switch and will turn the load on automatically. CAUTION: With Load Sensing, some loads may turn on ApplianceLinc after you have turned it off. Use this feature with caution. By default, Load Sensing is disabled.

Enable Load Sensing

1. Press & hold the Set button on ApplianceLinc until it beeps (3 seconds). The ApplianceLinc Status LED will begin blinking green.
2. Triple-tap the Set button on ApplianceLinc. The ApplianceLinc Status LED will stop blinking and turn on solid green if the load is on or solid red if it is off.
3. Test that Load Sensing has been enabled by turning the load on and off from its built-in switch. The load will turn on and off.

Disable Load Sensing

1. Press & hold the Set button on ApplianceLinc until it beeps (3 seconds). The ApplianceLinc Status LED will begin blinking green.
2. Double-tap the Set button on ApplianceLinc. The ApplianceLinc Status LED will stop blinking and turn on solid green if the load is on or solid red if it is off.
3. Test that Load Sensing has been disabled by turning the load on and off from its built-in switch. The load will not respond.

Restoring Power to ApplianceLinc

ApplianceLinc stores all settings, such as Links to other INSTEON devices, in non-volatile memory. These settings are not lost during power failures. In the event of a power loss, ApplianceLinc will automatically return the load to the brightness level it had before power was interrupted.

Resetting ApplianceLinc to its Factory Default Settings

The factory reset procedure clears ApplianceLinc's memory of all INSTEON Links, programmed On-Levels, Ramp Rates, X10 addresses, etc.

1. If using a Controller, ensure ApplianceLinc is unlinked from it. See "Unlinking ApplianceLinc from an INSTEON Controller".
2. Unplug ApplianceLinc for approximately 10 seconds.
3. While holding down the Set button on ApplianceLinc, plug it back in. Do not release the Set button. ApplianceLinc will beep and its Status LED will turn on solid green.
4. Continue to hold down the Set button for 3 seconds, then release. The ApplianceLinc Status LED will flash red and then turn on solid green. After a few seconds, the load will turn on.

X10 Programming Options

ApplianceLinc is X10 ready, meaning it can respond to X10 commands from X10 controllers. To operate ApplianceLinc in X10 mode, an X10 Primary Address must first be set up. As shipped from the factory or after a factory reset, ApplianceLinc will not have an X10 Primary Address configured.

Setting the X10 Primary Address

1. Set ApplianceLinc to Linking Mode by pressing & holding the Set button for 3 seconds. The ApplianceLinc Status LED will begin blinking green. You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Linking Mode times out.
2. Using an X10 controller, send the desired X10 address and the ON command three times. For example, to assign address A1, send "A1 ON A1 ON A1 ON."
3. Once ApplianceLinc receives the sequence, it will exit Linking Mode. ApplianceLinc will double-beep, and the Status LED will turn on solid green (if the load is on) or solid red (if it is off).

Removing the X10 Primary Address

If you no longer intend to control ApplianceLinc with an X10 Primary Address, it is crucial to Unlink it. Otherwise, ApplianceLinc will continue to respond to X10 commands, potentially causing it to turn on by itself.

1. Set ApplianceLinc to Linking Mode by pressing & holding the Set button for 3 seconds. The ApplianceLinc Status LED will begin blinking green.
2. Set ApplianceLinc to Unlinking Mode by pressing & holding the Set button for 3 seconds. The ApplianceLinc Status LED will continue blinking red. You will have 4 minutes to complete the next step before Unlinking Mode times out.
3. Using an X10 controller, send the X10 address to be removed and the ON command three times. For example, to remove address A1, send "A1 ON A1 ON A1 ON".
4. Once ApplianceLinc receives the sequence, it will exit Linking Mode. ApplianceLinc will double-beep, and the Status LED will turn on solid green (if the load is on) or solid red (if it is off).

Advanced X10 Programming Options

ApplianceLinc can be a member of up to 255 X10 scenes. An X10 scene address functions as another X10 address. When an X10 ON command is sent to a scene address, all devices with that address turn on to their independent On-Level and Ramp Rate. An X10 OFF command turns off all devices in that scene. Dimmable X10 devices react to DIM and BRIGHT commands after the scene address is sent but ignore ALL ON and ALL OFF commands for the scene address.

Remotely Setting an X10 Scene Address

1. Using an X10 controller, send the CLEAR sequence: O16 N16 M16 P16 M16
2. Use the Set button on ApplianceLinc to set the load to the desired state (on or off).
3. Send the following X10 address sequence: M16 N16 O16 P16
4. Send the desired X10 scene address (house code and unit code).

Remotely Removing an X10 Scene Address

1. Using an X10 controller, send the CLEAR sequence: O16 N16 M16 P16 M16
2. Send the ApplianceLinc's X10 Primary Address (house code and unit code).
3. Send an X10 ON or OFF command.
4. Send the following X10 address sequence: O16 P16 M16 N16
5. Send the X10 scene address you wish to remove (house code and unit code).

About INSTEON

Using Dual-Band INSTEON Devices to Upgrade Your Network

What are phases?

Most single-family homes in North America have two phases (or "legs") of 110 Volts entering their electrical panels. These phases distribute power throughout the home via outlets and wall switches. In some areas, these phases combine to provide 220 Volts for large appliances.

Why do I need to bridge these phases?

Single-band power line devices communicate only on a single phase. If a command is sent to a device on the opposite phase, it may not be received. Installing dual-band INSTEON devices, such as Access Points (#2443), on each phase allows devices to communicate between phases via RF.

Dual-band INSTEON devices leverage the full potential of a true INSTEON mesh network by combining power line and RF band signals. Their dual-band function operates in two ways:

• Phase bridger: Receives commands and translates signals between power phases via RF.
• Signal repeater: Participates in the INSTEON network, repeating commands for other devices. To ensure reliability, every INSTEON device confirms command receipt; if a Controller doesn't receive confirmation, it retransmits the command up to five times.

While at least one dual-band device is required for RF-only devices, at least two are recommended for reliable communication across two-phase home wiring. For larger homes, install at least one dual-band device per 750-1,000 square feet.

Search for dual-band INSTEON devices at: www.smarthome.com/dualband

Important Note about INSTEON Networks; Split Single-Phase vs. 3-Phase Installation

For optimal INSTEON network performance, ensure at least two dual-band INSTEON devices are properly installed. INSTEON is officially tested in split single-phase residential environments and is known to work in many 3-phase systems with three dual-band devices (one per phase). However, due to troubleshooting complexity, the INSTEON Gold Support Line cannot support INSTEON in 3-phase environments.

Further Enhancing Reliability

INSTEON signals can weaken over distance on power lines or via RF. Increasing the number of INSTEON devices enhances mesh network coverage. Some audio-video devices, computers, or power strips may attenuate INSTEON signals. Temporarily unplugging suspected devices can help diagnose signal issues. If unplugging improves the signal, filters can be installed to permanently resolve the problem.

Additional Resources

Find home automation solutions, helpful tips, interactive demos, videos, user forums, and more at the Smarthome Learning Center:

www.smarthome.com/learningcenter.html

Troubleshooting

If you have tried these solutions, reviewed this Owner's Manual, and still cannot resolve an issue you are having with ApplianceLinc, please call:

INSTEON Gold Support Line: 800-762-7845

Specifications, Certification, and Warranty

Specifications

View specifications for ApplianceLinc at: www.smarthome.com/2456S3E.html

Certification

This product has been thoroughly tested by ITS ETL SEMKO, a nationally recognized independent third-party testing laboratory. The North American ETL Listed mark signifies that the device has been tested to and has met the requirements of a widely recognized consensus of U.S. and Canadian device safety standards, that the manufacturing site has been audited, and that the manufacturer has agreed to a program of quarterly factory follow-up inspections to verify continued conformance.

Limited Warranty

Seller warrants to the original consumer purchaser of this product that, for a period of two years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will perform in substantial conformity to the description of the product in this Owner's Manual. This warranty shall not apply to defects or errors caused by misuse or neglect. If the product is found to be defective in material or workmanship, or if the product does not perform as warranted above during the warranty period, Seller will either repair it, replace it, or refund the purchase price, at its option, upon receipt of the product at the address below, postage prepaid, with proof of the date of purchase and an explanation of the defect or error. The repair, replacement, or refund that is provided for above shall be the full extent of Seller's liability with respect to this product. For repair or replacement during the warranty period, call the INSTEON Gold Support Line at 800-762-7845 with the Model # and Revision # of the device to receive an RMA# and send the product, along with all other required materials to:

Smarthome, Inc.
ATTN: Receiving Dept.
16542 Millikan Ave.
Irvine, CA 92606-5027

Limitations

The above warranty is in lieu of and Seller disclaims all other warranties, whether oral or written, express or implied, including any warranty or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranty, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, which may not be disclaimed or supplanted as provided above shall be limited to the two-year of the express warranty above. No other representation or claim of any nature by any person shall be binding upon Seller or modify the terms of the above warranty and disclaimer.

Home automation devices have the risk of failure to operate, incorrect operation, or electrical or mechanical tampering. For optimal use, manually verify the device state. Any home automation device should be viewed as a convenience, but not as a sole method for controlling your home.

In no event shall Seller be liable for special, incidental, consequential, or other damages resulting from possession or use of this device, including without limitation damage to property and, to the extent permitted by law, personal injury, even if Seller knew or should have known of the possibility of such damages. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or the exclusion or limitation of damages, in which case the above limitations and/or exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have other legal rights that may vary from state to state.

INSTEON Technology Patent

U.S Patent No. 7,345,998, International patents pending

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Smarthome, 16542 Millikan Ave., Irvine, CA 92606, 800-762-7845, www.smarthome.com

Rev 06-03-2011