INSTEON LED Bulb Owner's Manual
Getting Started
Everything you need to quickly get up and running.
Device Overview
INSTEON ID
This section describes the INSTEON LED Bulb and highlights its unique INSTEON ID.
Do Not Connect to a Dimmer
The INSTEON LED Bulb dims using INSTEON commands. Connecting it to a traditional dimmer switch is not supported, indicated by a [cross mark] symbol.
Leave Your Fixture On
If your fixture's wall switch is OFF, communication with the LED Bulb is lost. A diagram shows a light bulb in the ON state with a [checkmark] symbol, indicating it should be powered on. A [question mark] icon suggests considering always-on wiring if the fixture is controlled by a wall switch.
Linking
Your LED Bulb does not have a physical set button. To link manually, unscrew the LED Bulb for a moment and reinsert it. A diagram shows the bulb being screwed into a fixture labeled [power on].
INSTEON Links
INSTEON devices can function independently, but their full potential is realized when connected to form a control system. Linking associates multiple INSTEON devices, allowing them to control and respond to each other.
Understanding Linking
Links are One-Way
When linking INSTEON devices, the created links are unidirectional. A diagram illustrates Device A linking to Device B, with an arrow from A to B, signifying that A controls B, but B cannot control A.
Links Remember a Device's State
The current state of the controlled device (on, off, or dimmed) is stored within the link. A diagram shows a Switch controlling a Lamp Dimmer set to 75% brightness.
Controllers
INSTEON devices capable of turning other devices on or off are designated as controllers. Common examples include Sensors, Switches, Remotes, and the INSTEON Hub.
Responders
INSTEON devices that receive commands from a controller are known as responders. Typical responders include Thermostats, LED Bulbs, Plug-In Modules, and In-Line Modules.
Controller-Only vs. Responder-Only Devices
Some devices are designed exclusively as controllers (e.g., Motion Sensor), while others function solely as responders (e.g., LED Bulb). Diagrams visually represent this one-way control relationship.
Grouping Devices and Cross Linking
Cross linking enables devices to control each other and a shared load, facilitating configurations like virtual three-way switches. Diagrams demonstrate the process of linking devices in both directions to achieve this.
Linking to the INSTEON Hub using the iOS or Android App
Follow these steps to link your LED Bulb to the INSTEON Hub:
- From the 'Rooms' view, navigate to 'All Devices'.
- Tap the 'Add' button.
- Select 'LED Bulb' from the list of available devices.
- When prompted, turn on your fixture and screw in the LED Bulb. The Bulb will emit a double-beep sound [sound].
You can now control your LED Bulb remotely via the INSTEON Hub.
Linking with Controllers
Linking with a Single-Button Controller
- On your INSTEON controller, press and hold the set button until the device beeps [sound].
- Ensure your fixture is turned ON, then screw in the LED Bulb. The LED Bulb will double-beep [sound].
Your INSTEON controller will now control your LED Bulb.
Linking with a Multi-Button Controller
- On your INSTEON controller, tap the desired control button, then press and hold the set button until the device beeps [sound].
- Ensure your fixture is turned ON, then screw in the LED Bulb. The LED Bulb will double-beep [sound].
Your INSTEON controller will now control your LED Bulb.
Multi-Linking or Making a Scene
- On your INSTEON controller, press and hold the set button until the device beeps [sound], then tap the set button.
- Adjust your scene members to their desired states: on, off, or specific brightness levels for dimming. Diagrams show example states like 50%, 72% for LED Bulbs, 30% for Lamp 3, and ON for an Appliance.
- Screw in your LED Bulbs one at a time. For other devices, press and hold the set button until they double-beep [sound].
- Tap the set button on your INSTEON controller to finalize the scene creation.
Your INSTEON controller will now control your scene.
Unlinking Devices and Scenes
Unlinking from a Single-Button Controller
- On your INSTEON controller, press and hold the set button until the device beeps [sound].
- Press and hold the set button again until the device beeps [sound].
- Ensure your fixture is turned ON, then screw in the LED Bulb. The LED Bulb will double-beep [sound].
Your INSTEON controller will no longer control your LED Bulb.
Unlinking from a Multi-Button Controller
- On your INSTEON controller, tap the desired control button, then press and hold the set button until the device beeps [sound].
- Press and hold the set button again until the device beeps [sound].
- Ensure your fixture is turned ON, then unscrew and reinsert the LED Bulb. The LED Bulb will double-beep [sound].
Your INSTEON controller will no longer control your LED Bulb.
Multi-Unlinking or Removing a Scene
- On your INSTEON controller, press and hold the set button until the device beeps [sound]. Press and hold the set button again, then tap the set button.
- Unscrew and reinsert your LED Bulbs one at a time. For other devices, press and hold the set button until they double-beep [sound].
- Tap the set button on your INSTEON controller to exit Multi-Unlinking mode.
Your INSTEON controller will no longer control your INSTEON devices.
Software-Only Features
Most INSTEON devices incorporate features that can only be enabled, disabled, or modified using INSTEON control software, such as HouseLinc or an INSTEON PowerLine Modem.
Ramp Rate
Customize the speed at which the LED Bulb fades on or off. The default setting is 0.5 seconds, with a maximum duration of 8 minutes. Available options include: Instant, 0.5 Seconds, 2 Seconds, 5 Seconds, 15 Seconds.
Disable Linking on Power-up
This feature prevents the LED Bulb from entering linking mode each time power is disconnected and reapplied. The default setting is off. A diagram shows a 'LINKING' icon associated with a bulb.
Always-On Wiring
Because the LED Bulb requires constant power to maintain INSTEON communication, it is recommended to wire light fixtures controlled by wall switches as "Always-On." This ensures the bulb is never disconnected from power by the switch. Replacing the existing wall switch with an INSTEON Switch provides full control for any INSTEON device in your home.
Wiring Steps
- Turn off power to your switch at the electrical service panel. Diagrams illustrate circuit breakers and fuse panels.
- Remove the old switch and disconnect the wires. [Warning] If your electrical box lacks neutral wires, stop the process and contact support. A diagram shows wire connections and a measurement of 1/2" (12mm).
- Connect the Micro Module wires to the identified wires within the junction box. Ensure all wire nuts are secure and that no exposed copper wire is visible, except for the bare ground wire. A detailed wiring diagram is provided.
- Turn on power at the circuit breaker panel. To link your Micro Module to the LED Bulb, press and hold the set button until the device beeps [sound].
- Unscrew and reinsert your LED Bulb for a moment, then reinsert it. Your LED Bulb will double-beep [sound].
- Turn off power and place the Micro Module into the junction box, followed by the switch. Restore power to the switch at the circuit breaker panel.
- Test your switch. Your LED Bulb should turn on and off.
Your switch will now control your LED Bulb.
Appendix
Additional information regarding your INSTEON product.
INSTEON Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Controller | The INSTEON transmitter |
| Responder | The INSTEON receiver |
| Blinking | LED turning on and off repeatedly |
| Dual-Band | An INSTEON device that can send and receive both INSTEON powerline signals and INSTEON radio frequency signals |
| Ramp Rate | The speed at which the load fades on or off |
| On-Level | The preset brightness level a device will return to when turned on |
| INSTEON | A dual-band, mesh networking technology developed by INSTEON. The world's most reliable, expandable and simple home automation and control technology. |
| Link | A one-way association between a controller and responder |
| Linking | A method for associating INSTEON controller buttons with groups of INSTEON responders such that the responders instantly return to a memorized state when the button is pushed. Links can be made manually with the set button or using software. |
| Unlinking | The process by which an INSTEON device can remove stored links. Just as with linking, unlinking is a one-way process and should be performed in both directions for devices that are both controllers and responders of each other, as in a 3-way switch scenario. |
| Multi-Linking / Unlinking | A special mode that allows more than one link to be either created or removed simultaneously, without laborious set button presses. When in linking or unlinking mode, an INSTEON device will continue to link to other devices until the set button is tapped or four minutes have elapsed, whichever occurs first. |
| Factory Reset | A process that erases all stored links and reconfigures the device to factory defaults. |
| Load | The device that you are controlling (e.g., a light bulb, ceiling fan, etc.) |
| On/Off | A device that can control its connected load to turn on and off but cannot dim. Usually a relay-based device. |
| Retry | A 2nd (or subsequent) attempt by a controller to send an INSTEON signal, usually after an acknowledge is not received from the responder in the expected time-slot. |
| Scene | Multiple devices respond to memorized states. For example, a dinner time scene turns on the dining table light, dims the kitchen lights to 10%, backyard lights turn off and the thermostat adjusts to 72°. |
| Set Button | A button on an INSTEON device that is used for setting or changing its properties. |
| Simulcast | A method for increasing the reliability of message delivery in a network. When a node in a network sends a message, every other node that hears the message retransmits it at precisely the same time based on a global clock, provided that the message has not already been retransmitted some maximum number of times. Message propagation is more robust because each node adds its energy to the signal, much like voices in a choir. Simulcasting is much simpler than message routing because there are no routing tables to maintain and nodes can join the network without any installation procedure. |
| X10 | A legacy powerline networking technology. Many INSTEON devices are backwards compatible with X10 devices by setting a house and unit code. |
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | INSTEON |
| Key Application | Low energy, remote control lighting |
| Product Number | 2672-522 AUS/NZ Edison Screw 2672-532 AUS/NZ Bayonet |
| UPC | 813922013658 AUS/NZ E27 813922013665 AUS/NZ B22 |
| Patent | Protected under US and Foreign Patents (see www.insteon.com/patents) |
| Warranty | 2 years, limited |
| INSTEON Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| INSTEON RF | Yes | |
| RF Frequency | 921.0 MHz AUS/NZ | |
| INSTEON PowerLine | Yes | |
| INSTEON Controller | No | |
| INSTEON Responder | Yes | |
| Number of Responder Groups | 400 | |
| Responder Commands Supported | On | Off |
| Fast On | Fast Off | |
| Begin Brighten | Begin Dim | |
| End Brighten | End Dim | |
| Incremental Brighten | Incremental Dim | |
| Beep | ||
| Maximum INSTEON Links | 400 | |
| X10 Compatible | Yes | |
| Programming Lock | Yes | |
| Operation | |
|---|---|
| Lumens | 591 |
| Lumens per Watt | 66 |
| Color Rendering Index | 83.90 |
| Color Temperature | 2700 K |
| Status LED | None |
| On Levels | 32 |
| Ramp Rate | 0.125 seconds to 8 minutes (software-only) |
| Mechanical | |
|---|---|
| Installation | E27 Medium Edison screw base B22 Bayonet base |
| Color | White |
| Dimensions | 2.8” diameter, 4.7" length 72mm diameter, 119mm length |
| Weight | 6.2 oz 176g |
| Operating Environment | Indoors |
| Operating Temperature Range | -32° to 104° F -0° to 40° C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 0-90% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| Electrical | |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 240 Volts AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz |
| Local Control | No |
| All Settings Saved Through Power Outage | Yes, all saved in non-volatile EEPROM |
| Power Consumption | <0.75 Watt |
| Certification | CE, C-Tick |
Troubleshooting
LED Bulb won't link to other INSTEON Devices
Your LED Bulb may be out of range of other INSTEON Devices, or a large appliance may be generating electrical noise, disrupting the INSTEON signal.
Try this:
- Check to make sure your LED Bulb is not connected to a dimmer. If so, remove the dimmer or relocate the LED Bulb to a non-dimming fixture.
- Try relocating your LED Bulb to see if linking can be accomplished. If linking works normally in another area of the house, consider adding additional INSTEON devices to extend and strengthen your network.
- Some home appliances like refrigerators, televisions, and speaker docks may produce excessive electrical noise. If you've recently added a new electronic device to your home, unplug it and try linking again. If the LED Bulb links normally, add a powerline noise filter to the problematic appliance.
LED Bulb is slow to respond
This issue most likely lies with the controller, not your LED Bulb. The controlling device may be repeating commands that are not being acknowledged by an INSTEON device that has been removed from the network. These repeated commands can slow down the INSTEON network, resulting in a delayed response from the LED Bulb.
Try this:
- Consider if you have removed any INSTEON devices from your network that were part of the slow-to-respond scene. If so, the links to these devices need to be removed from the controller. Use software to examine the controller's database, or if you know the modules that were removed, manually remove their links using the standard unlinking procedure.
- If you are unable to identify the missing devices, perform a factory reset on the controller. This will remove all links from the controller's database but will also require you to reconfigure the device's scenes and properties.
LED Bulb turned on or off by itself
Most likely, another device in the house has been linked to your LED Bulb.
Try this:
- As the LED Bulb automatically enters linking mode every time it is powered on, it is possible to accidentally link a device to the LED Bulb during the brief period it is in linking mode. You can use software like HouseLinc to examine the LED Bulb's links to find the stray connection.
I want to factory reset my LED Bulb
Because the LED Bulb lacks a set button, there is no manual way to factory reset it.
Try this:
- Using software like HouseLinc, manually remove all of the device links.
Certifications and Warnings
This device complies with FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
CAUTION - To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage to other equipment, do not install to control a receptacle, a motor-operated appliance, a fluorescent lighting fixture, or a transformer-supplied appliance.
Gradateurs commandant une lampe a filament de tungstene – afin de reduire le risqué de surchauffe et la possibilite d'endommagement a d'autres materiels, ne pas installer pour commader une prise, un appareil a moteur, une lampe fluorescente ou un appareil alimente par un transformateur.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, INSTEON declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following Directives:
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC
- Hazardous Substance Directive 2005/95/EC
Technical data and copies of the original Declaration of Conformity are available and can be obtained from INSTEON; 16542 Millikan Ave, Irvine, CA, USA.
User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
This document contains important information for users regarding the proper disposal and recycling of INSTEON products. Consumers are required to comply with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: [recycle symbol]
Environmental Information for Customers in the European Union
European Directive 2002/96/EC requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household waste streams.
It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and electronic equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health.
For more detailed information about the disposal of your old equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY TO R&TTE DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC for the European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein
Product category: general consumer (category 3).
Multilingual Certifications:
- English: This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the European R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
- Deutsch [German]: Dieses Gerät entspricht den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den weiteren entsprechenden Vorgaben der Richtlinie 1999/5/EU.
- Nederlands [Dutch]: Dit apparaat voldoet aan de essentiele eisen en andere van toepassing zijnde bepalingen van de Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
- Svenska [Swedish]: Denna utrustning står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
- Français [French]: Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la Directive 1999/5/EC
- Español [Spanish]: Este equipo cumple con los requisitos esenciales asi como con otras disposiciones de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
- Português [Portuguese]: Este equipamento está em conformidade com os requisitos essenciais e outras provisões relevantes da Directiva 1999/5/EC.
- Italiano [Italian]: Questo apparato é conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed agli altri principi sanciti dalla Direttiva 1999/5/CE.
- Norsk [Norwegian]: Dette utstyret er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i EU-direktiv 1999/5/EF.
- Suomi [Finnish]: Tämä laite tyttää direktiivin 1999/5/EY olennaiset vaatimukset ja on siinä asetettujen muiden laitetta koskevien määräysten mukainen.
- Dansk [Danish]: Dette udstyr er i overensstemmelse med de væsentlige krav og andre relevante bestemmelser i Direktiv 1999/5/EF.
- Polski [Polish]: Urządzenie jest zgodne z ogólnymi wymaganiami oraz szczególnymi warunkami okreslonymi Dyrektywą UE: 1999/5/EC
Product Warranty
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 866-243-8022 with the Model # and Revision # of the device to receive an RMA# and send the product, along with all other required materials to:
INSTEON
ATTN: Receiving
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.
Protected under U.S. and foreign patents (see www.insteon.com/patents)
Copyright 2013 INSTEON
Rev 07.18.14
