RadioTouch: Simple Wireless Control of Electric and Natural Light
The Lutron RadioTouch system provides a simple and intuitive way to control lighting, window treatments, and projection screens wirelessly from anywhere in a room. It integrates seamlessly with AV equipment and allows for the creation and recall of preset lighting scenes.
Product Features
- Create the perfect visual environment: control lighting, window treatments, or projection screens with a touch.
- Intuitive controls enhance room usability and productivity.
- Wireless technology allows for easy installation in existing or new construction.
- Integrates easily with AV equipment, such as touchscreens.
- Create and recall preset light levels.
Specification Features
- Surge protection and heavy-duty components for long product life.
- Electrostatic discharge protection.
- Power-failure memory.
- Precise color consistency and UV stable color.
- Emergency override brings lights to a high end.
- Controllers connect directly to daylight and occupancy sensors.
System Operation
RadioTouch wallbox transmitters can replace standard wall switches. RadioTouch tabletop transmitters can be placed anywhere in a room and have an optional security mounting bracket. Lutron fluorescent dimming ballasts can be installed in existing fixtures or ordered pre-installed. A single controller is required per lighting zone and can manage lighting, motorized window treatments, and projection screens. Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatments are managed through a Sivoia QED contact closure input. AC motorized window treatments and projection screens are controlled via low-voltage contact closures and a Lutron AC motor group controller. The system works by transmitters sending radio-frequency signals to ceiling-mounted RadioTouch controllers, which are hard-wired to Lutron dimming ballasts, motorized window treatments, and projection screens. Up to 16 transmitters can be used to control lights, controllable window treatments, or projection screens.
Transmitter Controls:
- Lighting: [on]/[off], [up]/[down] for dimming, [preset] levels.
- Window Treatments: [open], [close], [stop], [preset].
- Projection Screens: [up]/[down].
Optional Accessories
- Transmitter Security Mounting Brackets
- RS232 and Switch Closure Interfaces
- Load Interfaces
- Occupant Sensors
- Daylight Sensors
RadioTouch Design Example
Step 1: Determine the load on each zone
Example: A classroom with nine 277V, 2'x4', T8, three-lamp fixtures requiring 1% Hi-lume® fluorescent dimming for AV presentations. The appropriate ballast model is FDB-4827-277-3.
Design Note: Consider Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatments and AC motorized projection screens for complete room control.
Step 2: Select the controllers
Example: For presentations, front lights will be controlled separately from general lights. Two RTA-RX-F controllers are needed, one for each zone. Load Interfaces may be used as needed.
Step 3: Determine the number and style of wallbox transmitters and wallplates
Example: Each lighting zone will be controlled by an RTA-WX-2B-WH located at the door. A 2-gang Claro® wallplate (CW-2-WH, sold separately) provides a clean, screwless finish.
Step 4: Select the wireless tabletop transmitter and mounting method
Example: Provide the presenter with control by attaching a tabletop transmitter to the podium using a security mounting bracket (sold separately).
Step 5: Select any optional accessories
Example: Consider an occupant sensor (MOS-CM-15-WH) to automatically turn off lights when the room is unoccupied.
Controllers
Dimming Controllers
Fluorescent Dimming (RTA-RX-F)
Description: One controller required per dimmed lighting zone. Offers 16A continuous dimming capacity. Controls Lutron Hi-lume®, Compact SE™, and Eco-10™ ballasts directly, Lutron TVETM ballasts directly, and Lutron Tu-Wire® ballasts, incandescent, magnetic low-voltage, and electronic low-voltage sources via an FDI load interface. Accepts input from occupant and daylight sensors. Operates at 120/277V.
| Model # | Controller Dimensions (W x H x D) | Mounting |
|---|---|---|
| RTA-RX-F | 5.00" (127mm) x 7.35" (187mm) x 2.50" (64mm) | Mounts on a 4.00" (101mm) square standard (1900) junction box or fixture knockout. |
Fluorescent Dimming and Sivoia QED™ Controllable Window Treatments (RTA-RX-F-SC)
Description: One controller required per dimmed lighting zone. Controls Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatment zones via a Sivoia QED interface. Provides up to five momentary output switch closures for GRAFIK Eye® products, Sivoia QED zones, AC motorized window treatments, projection screens, or other equipment. Includes all functions of RTA-RX-F, with 16A continuous dimming capacity. Operates at 120/277V.
| Model # | Controller Dimensions (W x H x D) | Mounting |
|---|---|---|
| RTA-RX-F-SC | 5.00" (127mm) x 7.35" (187mm) x 2.50" (64mm) | Mounts on a 4.00" (101mm) square standard (1900) junction box or fixture knockout. |
Fluorescent Dimming, Sivoia QED™ Controllable Treatments, AC Motorized Window Treatments and Projection Screens (RTA-RX-F-SC-ACM)
Description: One controller per dimmed lighting zone. Includes RTA-RX-F-SC and WC-4M-GC for group control of up to four AC motorized window treatments or projection screens. Additional zones can be added with WC-2M-GC or WC-2M-GC group controllers. Offers 16A continuous dimming capacity and controls various Lutron ballasts and sources. Operates at 120/277V (RTA-RX-F-SC) and 120V (WC-4M-GC).
| Model # | Controller Dimensions (W x H x D) | Motor Interface Dimensions (W x H x D) | Mounting |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTA-RX-F-SC-ACM | 5.00" (127mm) x 7.35" (187mm) x 2.50" (64mm) | 12.00" (305mm) x 7.90" (201mm) x 2.75" (70mm) | Mounts on a 4.00" (101mm) square standard (1900) junction box or fixture knockout. |
Switching Lighting Loads
Switch Pack Controllers (RTA-RX-SW)
Description: One controller per switched lighting zone. Switches 16 Amps of high inrush lighting load for incandescent, electronic low voltage, magnetic low voltage, neon/cold cathode, fluorescent, and high-intensity discharge sources. Accepts input from occupant sensors. Operates at 120/277V.
| Model # | Controller Dimensions (W x H x D) | Mounting |
|---|---|---|
| RTA-RX-SW | 5.00" (127mm) x 7.35" (187mm) x 2.50" (64mm) | Mounts on a 4.00" (101mm) square standard (1900) junction box or fixture knockout. |
Notes on Controllers: All controllers require a common neutral wire connection. Occupancy and daylight sensors (15 and 24VDC) wire directly to controllers with low-voltage, Class 2 wiring. Controllers can power up to three occupancy sensors; contact Lutron for more than three. 347V controllers are available for Lutron TVE fluorescent dimming ballasts.
Wallbox Transmitters
Lighting Control Transmitters
Switch Controls (RTA-WX-2BSW-WH)
Description: On/off control for one or more switched lighting zones. Requires connection to non-dedicated hot and neutral wires (120/277VAC). Can be used in multiples for multi-location control and communicate with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Dimming Controls (RTA-WX-2B-WH)
Description: On/off and raise/lower control for one or more dimmable lighting zones. Requires connection to non-dedicated hot and neutral wires (120/277VAC). Can be used in multiples for multi-location control and communicate with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Preset Dimming Controls (RTA-WX-5B-WH)
Description: Four preset levels, off, and raise/lower control for one or more dimmable lighting zones. Requires connection to non-dedicated hot and neutral wires (120/277VAC). Can be used in multiples for multi-location control and communicate with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Sivoia QED™ Controllable Window Treatment Transmitters
Sivoia Controls (RTA-WX-Q3LB-WH)
Description: Open/preset/close control for one or more Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatment zones. Requires connection to non-dedicated hot and neutral wires (120/277VAC). Can be used in multiples for multi-location control and communicate with multiple controllers for master control of multiple window treatments.
AC Motorized Window Treatment and Projection Screen Transmitters
AC Motorized Projection Screen Controls (RTA-WX-C2LB-WH)
Description: Up/down control for one or more AC motorized projection screen zones. Requires connection to non-dedicated hot and neutral wires (120/277VAC). Can be used in multiples for multi-location control and communicate with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
AC Motorized Window Treatment Controls (RTA-WX-C3LB-WH)
Description: Open/stop/close control for one or more AC motorized window treatment zones. Requires connection to non-dedicated hot and neutral wires (120/277VAC). Can be used in multiples for multi-location control and communicate with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Wallbox Transmitter Notes: Available in white (WH) only, with special order colors possible. Coordinating designer wallplates and accessories are sold separately. Slim-button controls ship with default labels; large-button controls ship with default laser engraving. Custom engraving is available. Single-gang wallplate dimensions: W: 2.94" (75mm), H: 4.69" (119mm), D: 0.30" (7.6mm).
Tabletop Transmitters
Dimmable Lighting Control
Large-Button Transmitters
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone | RTA-TX-L-B-WH |
| Two Dimmable Lighting Zones | RTA-TX-2L-B-WH |
| Three Dimmable Lighting Zones | RTA-TX-3L-B-WH |
Products Above: On/off and raise/lower control for one or more dimmable lighting zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Slim-Button Transmitters
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone | RTA-TX-L-WH |
| Two Dimmable Lighting Zones | RTA-TX-2L-WH |
| Three Dimmable Lighting Zones | RTA-TX-3L-WH |
Products Above: Four preset levels, off, and raise/lower control for one or more dimmable lighting zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Switched Lighting Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Switched Lighting Zone | RTA-TX-SW-B-WH |
| Two Switched Lighting Zones | RTA-TX-2SW-B-WH |
| Three Switched Lighting Zones | RTA-TX-3SW-B-WH |
Products Above: On/off control for one or more non-dim lighting zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Switched and Dimmable Lighting Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone and One Switched Lighting Zone | RTA-TX-LSW-B-WH |
| Two Dimmable Lighting Zones and One Switched Lighting Zone | RTA-TX-2LSW-B-WH |
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone and Two Switched Lighting Zones | RTA-TX-L2SW-B-WH |
Products Above: On/off and raise/lower control for dimmable lighting zones, and on/off control for non-dim lighting zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Sivoia QED™ Controllable Window Treatment Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Sivoia QED Zone | RTA-TX-Q-B-WH |
| Two Sivoia QED Zones | RTA-TX-2Q-B-WH |
Products Above: Open/preset/close control for one or more Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatment zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
AC Motorized Window Treatment Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One AC Motor Zone | RTA-TX-C3-B-WH |
| Two AC Motor Zones | RTA-TX-2C3-B-WH |
Products Above: Open/stop/close control for one or more AC motorized window treatment zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Lighting and Sivoia QED Controllable Window Treatment Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone and One Sivoia QED Zone | RTA-TX-LQ-B-WH |
| Two Dimmable Lighting Zones and One Sivoia QED Zone | RTA-TX-2LQ-B-WH |
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone and Two Sivoia QED Zones | RTA-TX-L2Q-B-WH |
Products Above: On/off and raise/lower control for dimmable lighting zones, and open/preset/close control for Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatment zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Lighting, Sivoia QED™ Controllable Window Treatment, and AC Motorized Projection Screen Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone, One Sivoia QED Zone, and One Projection Screen Zone | RTA-TX-LQC2-B-WH |
Product Above: On/off and raise/lower control for dimmable lighting zones, open/preset/close control for Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatment zones, and up/down control for AC motorized projection screen zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Lighting, Sivoia QED Controllable Window Treatments and AC Motorized Window Treatment Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone and One Sivoia QED Zone or One AC Motor Zone | RTA-TX-LC3-B-WH |
| Two Dimmable Lighting Zones and One Sivoia QED Zone or One AC Motor Zone | RTA-TX-2LC3-B-WH |
Products Above: On/off and raise/lower control for dimmable lighting zones, and open/preset/close control for Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatment zones or AC motor zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Lighting and AC Motorized Projection Screen Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| One Dimmable Lighting Zone and One Projection Screen Zone | RTA-TX-LC2-B-WH |
| Two Dimmable Lighting Zones and One Projection Screen Zone | RTA-TX-2LC2-B-WH |
Products Above: On/off and raise/lower control for dimmable lighting zones, and up/down control for AC motorized projection screen zones. Each zone communicates with multiple controllers for master control of multiple circuits.
Momentary Contact Closure or Lutron GRAFIK System Scene Selection Control
| Description | Model # |
|---|---|
| 5-Button Control | RTA-TX-C5-WH |
| 9-Button Control | RTA-TX-C5C4-WH |
| 13-Button Control | RTA-TX-C52C4-WH |
Product Above (5-Button): Provides five momentary switch closures for RTA-RX-F-SC controllers. Enables GRAFIK System access to 4 scenes and off when used with RTA-RX-F-SC and GRX-AV or OMX-AV interface.
Product Above (9-Button): Provides nine momentary switch closures for two RTA-RX-F-SC controllers. Enables GRAFIK System access to 8 scenes and off when used with two RTA-RX-F-SC controllers and two GRX-AV or OMX-AV interfaces.
Product Above (13-Button): Provides 13 momentary switch closures for three RTA-RX-F-SC controllers. Enables GRAFIK System access to 12 scenes and off when used with three RTA-RX-F-SC controllers and three GRX-AV or OMX-AV interfaces.
Transmitter Security Mounting Bracket
Tamper-Resistant Security Bracket (RTA-SEC-WH)
Description: Allows transmitter removal for battery replacement. Includes screws and wall anchors.
Tabletop Transmitter Notes: Available in white (WH) only. Includes transmitter, 2 AAA batteries, column labels, and mounting bracket. Laser engraving is available. Tabletop transmitter dimensions: W: 3.57" (91mm), H: 3.23" (82mm), D: 0.98" (25mm).
Control Interfaces
RS232 Interfaces
RS232 Interfaces (RTA-RS232)
Description: Links RadioTouch controllers with RS232 compatible equipment, such as touchscreen systems. Controls up to 10 lighting zones, Sivoia QED™ controllable window treatment zones, or contact closure output zones. Connects via DB-9 plug or terminal blocks. Operates with a plug-in power supply (120V, included). Can provide feedback to the host device that commands have been sent. Supports 3-wire software flow control or 7-wire hardware handshaking.
| Control Interface Dimensions (W x H x D) | Mounting |
|---|---|
| 5.00" (127mm) x 7.35" (187mm) x 2.50" (64mm) | Mounts on a 4.00" (101mm) square standard (1900) junction box or fixture knockout. |
Switch Closure Interfaces
Switch Closure Interfaces (RTA-SCI)
Description: Links RadioTouch controllers with equipment providing low-voltage switch closures, such as timeclocks and Building Management Systems (BMS). Controls one zone (lighting, Sivoia QED™ window treatment, AC motorized window treatment, or AC motorized projection screen) with specific features:
- Lighting Zone: Activates four preset light levels and off.
- Sivoia QED™ Window Treatment Zone: Activates open/close and three preset levels.
- AC Motorized Window Treatment Zone: Activates open/close and stop.
- AC Motorized Projection Screens: Activates up/down.
Operates with a plug-in power supply (120V, included). Not intended for emergency or egress lighting applications.
Load Interfaces
Incandescent and Magnetic Low-Voltage Interfaces
Description: Connects a RadioTouch dimming controller to an incandescent or magnetic low-voltage lighting circuit.
| Maximum Capacity | Model # | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 120V, 2000W/VA | FDI-INC-2000 | All voltages are phase-to-neutral. Interface feed is phase independent from controller circuit. Up to three FDI load interfaces per controller. |
Electronic Low-Voltage Interfaces
Description: Connects a RadioTouch dimming controller to an electronic low-voltage lighting circuit.
| Maximum Capacity | Model # | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 120V, 1000W | FDI-ELV-1000 | All voltages are phase-to-neutral. Interface feed is phase independent from controller circuit. Up to three FDI load interfaces per controller. |
Tu-Wire® Fluorescent Dimming Interfaces
Description: Connects a RadioTouch dimming controller to a lighting circuit of Tu-Wire® fluorescent dimming ballasts.
| Maximum Capacity | Model # | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 120V, 16A | FDI-FTU-16A-120 | All voltages are phase-to-neutral. Interface feed is phase independent from controller circuit. Up to three FDI load interfaces per controller. Refer to 2-Wire Dimming Ballasts, pg.XX. |
AC Motorized Window Treatment and Projection Screen Motor Interfaces
Description: Connects a RadioTouch RTA-RX-F-SC to AC motorized window treatments or projection screens.
| Description | Model # | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| AC Motor Group Controllers (2 AC Motors) | WC-2M-GC | 120V |
| AC Motor Group Controllers (4 AC Motors) | WC-4M-GC | 120V |
Load Interface Notes: All interfaces require a common neutral wire connection, which should not be shared with the controller driving the interface. Lighting interface wallplate dimensions: W: 4.56" (116mm), H: 4.56" (116mm), D: 0.69" (18mm), requiring a 2-Gang, 3.5" (89mm) deep wallbox. Motor interface dimensions: W: 12.00" (305mm), H: 7.90" (201mm), D: 2.75" (70mm), surface mount.
Sensors
microOST™ Occupant Sensors
One-Way Occupant Sensor (MOS-CM-15-WH)
Description: Occupancy sensors wire directly to RadioTouch controllers with low-voltage, Class 2 wiring for simple installation. High sensitivity detects minor motions, such as hand movements of a person seated at a desk or conference room table.
Operation: RadioTouch controllers allow adjustment of sensor effects. Options include Automatic On or Manual On when entering a room, and Dim Light Down or Turn Lights Off when departing.
Mounting: One-Way Ceiling-Mounted Sensor should be mounted on the ceiling against the wall where the doorway is located, not facing openings into hallways. Maximum room size: 22' (6.7m) x 26' (7.9m). Maximum ceiling height: 12' (3.6m).
Two-Way Occupant Sensor (MOS-CM2W-15-WH)
Description: Similar to the one-way sensor, offering enhanced functionality.
Operation: Same as the one-way sensor.
Mounting: Two-Way Ceiling-Mounted Sensor should be mounted in the center of the ceiling, not facing openings into hallways. Maximum room size: 24' (7.3m) x 56' (17.1m).
microPST™ Daylight Sensors
Daylight Sensor (MW-PS-WH)
Description: Wires directly to one RadioTouch controller with low-voltage, Class 2 wiring. Reduces electric light output based on sunlight presence. Use one sensor exclusively with one controller.
Operation: Electric lights dim to save energy when natural sunlight is detected, improving energy savings through the entire dimming range.
Mounting & Placement: Ceiling-mounted sensor with dimensions Dia: 2.59" (66mm), D: 2.16" (55mm). The notch defines viewing direction; place so the viewing area does not extend out of the window. Do not position in skylight wells or above indirect fixtures. Ensure the view is unobstructed. Placement guidance is provided for average and narrow room areas.
