Crestron Horizon 2 HZ2-DIMEX User manual

Horizon® 2 Dimmers, Switches, and
Keypads
Custom Engravable In-Wall Dimmers,
Switches, Keypads, and Accessories
Product Manual
Crestron Electronics, Inc.

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Contents
Overview 7
Horizon® 2 Devices Common Features 8
Button and Color Options 8
Multigang Expansion with Horizon®2 Faceplates 11
Multiway Control 12
Standard Wall Mount 12
Communications 12
Cresnet® Wired Communications 12
Feature Comparison 14
Features 14
Load Types 14
HZ2-DIMEX Features 16
HZ2-DIMLVEX Features 18
HZ2-DIMUEX Features 20
Universal Phase Dimming 21
HZ2-SWEX Features 22
HZ2-KPEXFeatures 24
HZ2-KPCN Features 26
HZ2-AUX Features 28
Multiway Dimming and Switching 29
HZ2A-KEY Features 30
HZ2-BTNSFeatures 31
HZ2-FP-G Features 34
Specifications 36
HZ2-DIMEX Specifications 37
Product Specifications 37
Dimension Drawings 39
HZ2-DIMLVEX Specifications 40
Product Specifications 40
Dimension Drawings 43
HZ2-DIMUEX Specifications 44
Product Specifications 44
Dimension Drawings 46
HZ2-SWEX Specifications 47
Product Specifications 47
Dimension Drawings 49
HZ2-KPEX Specifications 50
Product Specifications 50
Dimension Drawings 52
HZ2-KPCN Specifications 53
Product Specifications 53
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Dimension Drawings 55
HZ2-AUX Specifications 56
Product Specifications 56
Dimension Drawings 58
HZ2A-KEY Specifications 59
Product Specifications 59
Dimension Drawings 60
HZ2-FP-G Specifications 61
Product Specifications 61
Dimension Drawings 62
Installation 66
In the Box 67
Keypads 67
Faceplates 68
Mounting 70
Horizon 2 Device Mounting 70
HZ2-KPCN Mounting 77
HZ2-KPCN Mounting in an EU Backbox 84
HZ2A-KEY Mounting 86
Post-Installation Metal Backplate Assembly 90
Multigang Derating 91
Wiring 94
Line Powered Devices 94
24VDC Powered Devices 96
Button Assemblies 97
Replace Button Assemblies 97
Local Button Functions 98
Multiway Control from Remote Device 99
Configuration 100
Disconnect Power Locally 101
Backlight Color Theme 102
Ambient Light Sensor Calibration 103
Dimming Mode 104
HZ-DIMEX 104
HZ-DIMUEX 104
Wireless Communications 106
Joining an infiNETEXNetwork 106
Leaving an infiNETEXNetwork 107
Verifying Communications Status 107
Troubleshooting 108
Resources 111
Crestron Support and Training 111
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Programmer and Developer Resources 111
Product Certificates 111
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Overview
Horizon®2 keypads, dimmers, and switches are custom engravable luxury keypads that provide in-wall
control of a variety of lighting load types and 1/2 HPmotors. The entire line of Horizon®2 devices are
finished with Horizon®2 faceplates to provide a consistent look and feel, making them a great addition
to new or retrofit installations. Horizon 2 keypads, dimmers, and switches are available with default
engraving or custom engraving.
These Horizon®2 devices are available:
lHZ2-DIMEX - Forward-Phase Dimmer with infiNETEX® Wireless Communication
lHZ2-DIMLVEX - 0-10V Dimmer with infiNETEX® Wireless Communication
lHZ2-DIMUEX - Universal Phase Dimmer with infiNETEX® Wireless Communication
lHZ2-KPEX - Keypad with infiNETEX® Wireless Communication
lHZ2-KPCN - Keypad with Cresnet® Wired Communication
lHZ2-SWEX - Switch with infiNETEX® Wireless Communication
lHZ2-BTNS - Style 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 Button Trees for Keypads, Dimmers, and Switches
lHZ2-AUX - Multi-Way Remote
lHZ2A-KEY - 1, 2, and 4 Aperture Keystone Plate
lHZ2-FP-G - 1, 2, 3, and 4-Gang Faceplates for Horizon®2 Devices
All Horizon®2 products are available in white (-W), almond (-A), and black (-B).
For additional information about the Horizon®2 product line, refer to Features and Specifications on
page 36.
This section provides the following information:
•Horizon® 2 Devices Common Features
•Feature Comparison
•HZ2-DIMEX Features
•HZ2-DIMLVEX Features
•HZ2-DIMUEX Features
•HZ2-SWEX Features
•HZ2-KPEXFeatures
•HZ2-KPCN Features
•HZ2-AUX Features
•HZ2A-KEY Features
•HZ2-BTNSFeatures
•HZ2-FP-G Features

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Horizon® 2 Devices Common Features
The features described below are common for all Horizon®2 devices except where noted.
Button and Color Options
NOTE: The HZ2-AUX does not support Integrated Keypad, Multicolor Backlit Button Assemblies, and
infiNETEX wireless or Cresnet wired communications.
Integrated Keypad
Supporting up to five buttons in six available button configurations, the HZ2-DIMUEX is configurable for
a variety of applications. Because the device is attached to the Crestron® network, it can function as a
keypad to trigger remote actions.
Button Assembly Engraving
Custom laser-etched engraving is used to identify the functionality of each button on the button
assembly. When a custom engraved model is ordered, the engraved button assembly is installed on the
device before it is shipped. Engraving files must be provided at time of order. Create engraving files
using Impress, the Crestron Home Setup app, the Crestron Home Online Configurator, or D3Pro. If
necessary, custom engraving can be changed up until the order is processed by emailing
[email protected] with the updated engraving file and order information.
If the engraving or button assembly has not been finalized before an order is placed, default engravings
can be initially ordered and later replaced with custom engravings by sending an engraving file to
[email protected] along with the order information before the order ships. If the updated engraving
order maintains the same product types and quantities as the original order, it will be processed in the
order that it was originally received.
To order replacement engravings, refer to the HZ2-BTNS ENGRAVED button assembly product page.
Button assemblies without engravings (BLANK models) are available separately and can be used as-is
or custom engraved by a third-party engraver.
NOTE: Devices ordered with custom engraving (ENGRAVED models) are provided with the button
assembly indicated on the engraving order. The custom engraved button assembly is installed prior
to shipment instead of the default engraved, default button assembly.
Multicolor Backlit Button Assemblies
The engraved buttons are illuminated using the device's RGB LED backlights. Each button can be
assigned custom color backlighting. The LED backlight provides feedback by changing the intensity,
changing the color, or flashing to show that an action is being performed.
Local color theme sets the colors for all buttons on the device. In addition to the local color theme, each
button can be assigned an alternate color theme. Thirteen local color themes are available that include
Tunable White (default is Warm White), Neutral White, Cool White, and a variety of common colors.
The local color theme and alternate color themes can be changed programmatically.

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Field-Replaceable Button Assemblies
The field-replaceable button trees allow for changes in device function or to allow the customer to use
the system before finalizing the engravings. The button assembly can be replaced with custom
engraving (ENGRAVED models) or no engraving (BLANK models).
HZ2-BTNS-1 (Style 1):
5 single buttons
HZ2-BTNS-1-W ENGRAVED with Custom Engraving
HZ2-BTNS-2 (Style 2):
4 single buttons and 1 split rocker button;
Split rocker button is located in the lowest button
position
HZ2-BTNS-2-W ENGRAVED with Custom Engraving

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HZ2-BTNS-3 (Style 3):
4 single buttons and 1 split rocker button;
Split rocker button is located in the second lowest
button position
HZ2-BTNS-3-W ENGRAVED with Custom Engraving
HZ2-BTNS-4 (Style 4):
3 single buttons and 2 split rocker buttons;
Split rocker buttons are located in the two lowest
button positions
HZ2-BTNS-4-W ENGRAVED with Custom Engraving

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HZ2-BTNS-5 (Style 5):
1 medium rocker button and 2 single buttons;
Single buttons are located in the two lowest
button positions
HZ2-BTNS-5-W ENGRAVED with Custom Engraving
HZ2-BTNS-6 (Style 6):
1 large rocker button
HZ2-BTNS-6-W ENGRAVED with Custom Engraving
Multigang Expansion with Horizon®2 Faceplates
Install up to four Horizon® 2 devices side-by-side in a US multigang electrical box with a compatible
HZ2-FP-G series faceplate. When multiple devices are installed in a 2-, 3-, or 4-gang faceplate, the
buttons on the devices are aligned to form one continuous control surface.

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Multiway Control
The HZ2-DIMUEX, HZ2-DIMEX, and HZ2-SWEX support load control from multiple locations. Up to four
HZ2-AUX or HZ2-KPEX devices (sold separately) can be connected to a traveler wire in a traditional
three- or four-way circuit to control an attached load. The HZ2-KPEX provides button backlights and six
different engravable button assembly options while the HZ2-AUX provides no button backlight and only
accommodates a single large rocker button assembly (Style6).
Standard Wall Mount
Horizon keypads are designed for installation in a standard electrical wall box, making them perfect for
installation in a multi-gang box alongside other Horizon devices.
Communications
infiNETEX® Wireless Communications
infiNETEX wireless technology provides two-way RF communications throughout a residential or
commercial structure without the need for physical control wiring. Each infiNET EX device acts as an
expander by sending command signals to other infiNETEX devices in range (approximately 150ft (46m)
indoors) to ensure reliability and stability.
The device communicates with a control system via a Crestron Wireless Gateway (sold separately). Up
to 100 infiNETEX devices may coexist on a wireless network.
NOTE: Any infiNETEX device that provides expander functionality will effectively extend the range
of the wireless network beyond the initial range of the gateway. Battery-powered infiNETEX
devices do not provide expander functionality. A dedicated infiNETEX Wireless Expander is also
available (CLW-EXPEX, sold separately).
Cresnet® Wired Communications
The keypad communicates with a Crestron control system via Cresnet, a 4-wire network bus that
provides bidirectional data communication and 24VDC power to each keypad in the system. To simplify

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wiring in a multigang arrangement, the keypad includes dual parallel Cresnet ports for daisy-chaining.

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Feature Comparison
The Horizon®2 devices and their features are described below. For detailed information, refer to
Features and Specifications on page 36 for each device.
Features
Ambient
Light
Sensor
Integrated
Keypad Engraving Backlit Buttons
Field
Replaceable
Button
Assemblies
Multiway
Control
Wireless
Control
Wired
Control
HZ2-DIMEX
HZ2-DIMLVE
X
HZ2-DIMUEX
HZ2-KPEX
HZ2-KPCN
HZ2-SWEX
HZ2-AUX *
* Only the HZ2-BTNS-6 (Style6) button tree is compatible.
Load Types
Device Load Type
HZ2-DIMEX Incandescent
Magnetic Low Voltage
Tungsten-Halogen
HZ2-DIMLVEX 0-10VDC Ballasts
LED Drivers
HZ2-DIMUEX Incandescent
Magnetic Low Voltage
LED
Electronic Low Voltage

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Device Load Type
HZ2-SWEX Incandescent
Magnetic Low Voltage
Tungsten-Halogen
Electronic Low Voltage
1/2HP Motor

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HZ2-DIMEX Features
The HZ2-DIMEX is a Horizon®2 in-wall forward phase dimmer that providesinfiNETEX®wireless
network control of incandescent, magnetic low voltage, and tungsten-halogen loads. Its design matches
the entire line of Horizon dimmers, switches, and keypads, making it a great addition to new or retrofit
installations.
The HZ2-DIMEX is available with default engraving on a rocker button assembly (Style6) or custom
engraving on any style button assembly.
lDefault engraving on a rocker button assembly (Style6) is provided with the HZ2-DIMEX-A, HZ2-
DIMEX-W, and HZ2-DIMEX-B. The default engraving includes a simple dot to provide feedback
and indicate where the button can be pressed.
lCustom engraving on any style button assembly is provided with the HZ2-DIMEX-AENGRAVED,
HZ2-DIMEX-WENGRAVED, and HZ2-DIMEX-BENGRAVED. The custom engraved button
assembly is installed prior to shipment instead of the default engraved, default button assembly.
NOTE: Faceplates are not included. Refer to the HZ2-FP-G series faceplates for more information.
Key features include:
lForward phase dimming
lSwitching mode for nondimmable loads
lSupports multiway controllers that provide control using a traveler wire in a traditional three- or
four-way circuit (HZ2-AUX and HZ2-KPEX, sold separately)

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l1- to 4-gang U.S. wall box installation using Horizon® 2 multi-gang faceplates (HZ2-FP-G series,
sold separately)
lRobust infiNET EX® wireless communication
lPreinstalled large rocker button assembly (Style6) with Default Engraving or can be configured
with six different button assemblies with Custom Engraving
lMulticolor RGBLEDs provide backlighting for engraved buttons - a different color can be set for
each button, including white
lWhite LED backlighting is available and can be dynamically set anywhere between 2000K and
8000K
lReplacement button assemblies available in six styles to accommodate changes in device function
or engravings
lBlank button assemblies available for engraving by a third-party
lAmbient light sensor for auto-dimming with separate day and night backlight modes
lFully programmable via a Crestron control system
lLocal button functionality for load control without programming
lRequires neutral wire connection
lCrestron Home® OS compatible
lAvailable in white, almond, and black

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HZ2-DIMLVEX Features
The HZ2-DIMLVEX is a Horizon®2 in-wall 0-10V dimmer and switch that providesinfiNETEX®wireless
network control of 0-10V controlled ballasts and drivers. Its design matches the entire line of Horizon
dimmers, switches, and keypads, making it a great addition to new or retrofit installations.
The HZ2-DIMLVEX is available with default engraving on a rocker button assembly (Style6) or custom
engraving on any style button assembly.
lDefault engraving on a rocker button (Style6) is provided with the HZ2-DIMLVEX-A, HZ2-
DIMLVEX-W, and HZ2-DIMLVEX-B. The default engraving includes a simple dot to provide
feedback and indicate where the button can be pressed.
lCustom engraving on any style button assembly is provided with the HZ2-DIMLVEX-
AENGRAVED, HZ2-DIMLVEX-WENGRAVED, and HZ2-DIMLVEX-BENGRAVED. The custom
engraved button assembly is installed prior to shipment instead of the default engraved, default
button assembly.
NOTE: Faceplates are not included. Refer to the HZ2-FP-G series faceplates for more information.
Key features include:
l0-10V dimming control
lIntegrated switch to cut load power
l1- to 4-gang U.S. wall box installation using Horizon® 2 multi-gang faceplates (HZ2-FP-G series,
sold separately)
lRobust infiNET EX® wireless communication

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lPreinstalled large rocker button assembly (Style6) with Default Engraving or can be configured
with six different button assemblies with Custom Engraving
lMulticolor RGBLEDs provide backlighting for engraved buttons - a different color can be set for
each button, including white
lWhite LED backlighting is available and can be dynamically set anywhere between 2000K and
8000K
lReplacement button assemblies available in six styles to accommodate changes in device function
or engravings
lBlank button assemblies available for engraving by a third-party
lAmbient light sensor for auto-dimming with separate day and night backlight modes
lFully programmable via a Crestron control system
lLocal button functionality for load control without programming
lRequires neutral wire connection
lCrestron Home® OS compatible
lAvailable in white, almond, and black

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HZ2-DIMUEX Features
The HZ2-DIMUEX is a Horizon®2 in-wall universal phase dimmer that providesinfiNETEX®wireless
network control of LED, incandescent, magnetic low voltage, and electronic low voltage loads. It has the
ability to adjust minimum and maximum light levels and to set the dimming curve to be linear,
logarithmic, or use a custom curve. Its design matches the entire line of Horizon dimmers, switches, and
keypads, making it a great addition to new or retrofit installations.
The HZ2-DIMUEX is available with default engraving on a rocker button assembly (Style6) or custom
engraving on any style button assembly.
lDefault engraving on a rocker button assembly (Style6) is provided with the HZ2-DIMUEX-A,
HZ2-DIMUEX-W, and HZ2-DIMUEX-B. The default engraving includes a simple dot to provide
feedback and indicate where the button can be pressed.
lCustom engraving on any style button assembly is provided with the HZ2-DIMUEX-AENGRAVED,
HZ2-DIMUEX-WENGRAVED, and HZ2-DIMUEX-BENGRAVED. The custom engraved button
assembly is installed prior to shipment instead of the default engraved, default button assembly.
NOTE: Faceplates are not included. Refer to the HZ2-FP-G series faceplates for more information.
Key features include:
lUniversal dimming - reverse phase and forward phase - with auto load detection
lOver current protection
lSupports multiway controllers that provide control using a traveler wire in a traditional three- or
four-way circuit (HZ2-AUX and HZ2-KPEX, sold separately)