Marmitek W home TM13AU User manual

TM13AU
TRANCEIVER
MODULE
20151/20061012 • TM13AU™ TRANCEIVER MODULE
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TM13AU TRANCEIVER MODULE
SAFETY WARNINGS
• To prevent short circuits, this product should only be used inside and only in dry spaces. Do not
expose the components to rain or moisture. Do not use the product close to a bath, swimming pool etc.
• Do not expose the components of your systems to extremely high temperatures or bright light sources.
• Do not open the product: the device contains live parts. The product should only be repaired or
serviced by a qualified repairman.
• In case of improper usage or if you have opened, altered and repaired the product yourself, all
guarantees expire. MARMITEK/W HOME does not accept responsibility in the case of improper usage
of the product or when the product is used for purposes other than specified. MARMITEK/W HOME
does not accept responsibility for additional damage other than covered by the legal product
responsibility.
• This product is not a toy. Keep out of reach of children.
• Adapters: Only connect the adapter to the mains after checking whether the mains voltage is the same
as the values on the identification tags. Never connect an adapter or power cord when it is damaged. In
that case, contact your supplier.
• Automatic switching devices provide comfort, but can also be dangerous. They can surprise people or
can ignite clothing hanging over an electric heat source. Please be careful and take appropriate
measures to avoid accidents.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
HOW DOES MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 WORK? 2
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE TM13AU
INTRODUCTION 3
FIRST USE OF THE TM13AU 3
FREQENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 3
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4
How does MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 work?
MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 components use the existing mains wiring to communicate (using
MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals). You can build a complete system using the three different kind of
components of the MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 System:
1. Modules: These components will receive MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals and will switch or dim
the attached lamp or appliance.
2. Controllers: These components will transmit MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals and thus will control
the Modules.
3. Transmitters: Wireless components like remotes. The signals of these components will be received
by a controller with transceiver functionality (IRRF 7243, TM13AU or console of a MARMITEK/W HOME
Security System). The Transceiver will translate the signals into MARMITEK/W HOME X- 10 signals on
the power line.
Addresses
Up to a maximum of 256 different addresses can be preset. These are subdivided into a so-called
HouseCode (A to P incl.) and a UnitCode (1 to 16 incl.). The HouseCode can also be set on the
controllers, so that the controllers and modules become part of the same system. The address can be
set either using code dials or by pressing buttons, depending on the type of module. The MARMITEK/W
HOME X-10 System uses standard commands, which control all units with the same HouseCode at the
same time (e.g. all lights on, all off, etc.).
Signal Range
Range of MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals over the Power Line and how to increase the range.
The MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 System is based on power line communication. The range of the
MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals very much depends on the local circumstances. On average the
range is a cable length of 80 meters.
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If you have difficulties with the range of your MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals, please pay
attention to the following facts:
1. When more than one phase is used for your electrical system, it is necessary to

couple these phases for the MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals. For coupling you can use FD10 Phase
Couplers/Filters. You only need to install a Phase Coupler/Filter when your wall outlets
and light switches are divided over more than one phase (more than one group is no
problem). For bigger buildings or longer distances we advice you to use an active
repeater instead of passive FD10’s.
2. It is possible that MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals are attenuated by devices and lights which
are connected to the power line. In a normal home situation this effect is negligible (the
MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 system is using active gain control to eliminate the effects). However, it is
possible that a particular device in your house is attenuating the signals so much that the
range of MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals is decreased significantly. When you have range problems,
it is wise to try to locate the device which is attenuating the signals simply by unplugging
devices from the power line, and testing the differences in range for your MARMITEK/W HOME system.
When e.g. your conclusion is that e.g. your computer monitor is attenuating the signal,
you can use a FM10 Plug-in Filter between the power line and the monitor to eliminate the effects.
Known devices which can cause attenuation
are:
PC Monitors
PCs with heavy internal power supplies
Old Televisions
Copiers
Fluorescent Lights
Gas Discharge Lamps (Energy Saving Lamps)
3. Some (old) devices are able to disturb the signal by transmitting noise on the power line. Because the
MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals are transmitted on 120 kHz, only noise on or near this frequency will
have influence on the range. When you use a FM10 Filter to connect this device to the power line, the
noise will be filtered.
4. The MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 protocol has several mechanism to avoid modules to be switched on
or off by other sources than your MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 Controllers. However, it is possible that the
MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals are disturbed by e.g. baby phones which are in TALK mode
(continuous transmission). When
these kind of signals are present on the power line it is possible that the MARMITEK/W HOME X-10
signals will not come through.
5. The mains do not stop at the front door of your home. Everything that is attached to mains nearby
your home can have influence on MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 signals (e.g. heavy machinery). If you
think that your system is influenced by devices out of your house, it is advisable to install FD10 Phase
Coupler/Filter on each phase entering the house. These filters will block signals coming into or going out
of your house, but will also match the impedance for the mains. The FD10’s will not only filter but will
also couple the phases (please see 1).
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE TM13AU
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations with your purchase of the MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 HOME CONTROL TM13AU
Transceiver. Among other things, the TM13AU Transceiver allows you to use your MARMITEK/W
HOME X-10 remote control to operate your X-10 switching and dimming modules, wherever you are in
your house.
How does it work?
The TM13AU is a controller that is activated by transmitters. The controller operates MARMITEK/W
HOME X-10 modules via the mains to switch your lighting and appliances on and off. This means that
the TM13AU forms the heart of your MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 installation. The TM13AU Transceiver
operates with the following transmitters:
• MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 remote controls such as the EasyControl8 and the EasyTouch 35.
• The SS13 slimline wireless switch (the ideal solution for situations that require an (additional) switch
without having to fit wires. Can be fitted to walls, glass, doors, tables, etc.)
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• The KR22 wireless remote control (an attractive extra-slim remote control for operation of
MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 Modules from a distance. Can be used as a key ring. Can be used to control
three addresses + dimmer function.)

• The MS13 wireless motion sensor with memory (switches lighting and appliances on when someone is
present and switches them off again afterwards. Switches on interior and exterior lighting when arriving
home in the dark.)
FIRST USE OF THE TM13AU
1. Set the HouseCode (A to P) of the Home Control TM13AU Transceiver to the same code as you have
set your other modules. The UnitCode cannot be set and will always be ‘1’. If the TM13AU is set to
HouseCode ‘P’, all commands from remote controls will be converted into an X-10 signal over the
mains, regardless of the HouseCode. The HouseCode used will in this case be the same as the
HouseCode of the remote control.
2. Point the antenna upwards.
3. Plug the Home Control TM13AU into a socket (preferably in a central location of your house).
4. Insert the plug of an appliance or light in the module. This can now be controlled using the ‘1’ button
of your remote. Normally speaking, only one TM13AU will be required per installation if wireless
controllers are used that are set to the same HouseCode. The TM13AU includes a so-called ‘collision
detection’ system. This prevents problems from occurring when several TM13AU modules are used and
it allows expansion of the RF range by using several TM13AU modules that are set to one and the same
HouseCode. The module responds to the following MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 commands: ‘ON’, ‘OFF’
and the MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 group command ‘All Units Off’.
FREQENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the reason for modules to switch on/off spontaneously?
It is possible that a MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 System is installed at one of your neighbours using the
same House Code. To solve this problem try to change the House Code of your system, or have FD10
Phase Coupler/Filter installed at your incoming mains.
My modules will not respond to my controller.
Make sure that the House Code on all Modules and Controllers are set to the same House Code (A ..
P).
Am I able to increase the range of my remotes by using more Transceivers?
Yes, you can use more than one TM13AU Transceiver in your home when the range of your remotes is
not sufficient. The TM13AU is using so called collision detection to prevent signals to be disturbed when
more than one TM13AU is transmitting. TM13AU’s will wait for a quite power line before transmitting
their data. To prevent your MARMITEK/W HOME X-10 System to become slow or to prevent dimming
from becoming less smooth, make sure that the TM13AU units are placed as far away from each other
as possible.
Do you still have questions?
Please check out www.MARMITEK/W HOME.com for more information.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Supply voltage: 240 V – 50 Hz
Power consumption: < 20 mA, capacitive
Switching capacity: 300W/240V for light bulbs and
low-voltage halogen lamps with a
500W/230V transformer for
inductive / capacitive loads
1200 W/240V for linear loads
Frequency: 433.92 MHz
Transmission signal: 120 kHz ± 2 kHz / 2.5 Vpk-pk
Signal sensitivity: 10 mVpp min, 50 mVpp max at
120 kHz
X-10 Key codes: All Units Off, On, Off, Status Request
Input impedance: 180 ohms (P–N) at 120 kHz
Ambient temperature: –10°C to +50°C (operation),
–20°C to +70°C (storage)
Dimensions: 52 x 122 x 33 mm (excluding plug)