SkyLink MD-318 Guide User manual

1. INTRODUCTION
ON/OFF/Dimming Control
ON/OFF/Dimming Control
MD-318
Model MD-318
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Thank you for your purchase of a SkylinkHome ON/OFF/Dimming
Control Model MD-318. This ON/OFF/Dimming Control allows you to
wirelessly turn on and off, dim and brighten connected lights with the
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SkylinkHome lighting transmitters.
The ON/OFF/Dimming Control MD-318 can communicate with up to
8 transmitters, so user has the option to add more transmitters to the
system, such as more remote controls, or motion sensors etc.
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All wireless signal communications within the SkylinkHome System are
based on rolling code technology to ensure highest security is used.
The following items are included in this package:
- ON/OFF/Dimming Control
- Screws and Accessories
- User’s Instructions
2. INSTALLATION
1. Turn off power to the circuit that you plan on installing the ON/OFF/
Dimming Control to at the circuit breaker.
WARNING
Failure to turn off power at the circuit breaker can result in electrical
shock causing severe or fatal injury.
Note: Lighting Load
The ON/OFF/Dimming Control is designed to operate incandescent light
or dimmable compact fluorescent light with a maximum load of 300W at
120VAC. Light bulbs must be dimmable in order to achieve dimming
function.
2. Follow the diagrams below to install the ON/OFF/Dimming Control
with the 3 wires: Neutral, Live and Load. The grey antenna should not
be cut or connected to anything else.
3. After all the wires are connected, ensure that all of the wire connectors
are attached securely and there should be no exposed copper wiring.
Straighten the antenna after installation.
4. Secure the MD-318 to a flat surface by 2 screws or you may place it
inside the lighting fixture.
5. Turn the circuit breaker back on and turn on the wall switch that is
used to operate this lighting fixture.
6. After you hear a single beep, the ON/OFF/Dimming Control is installed
properly and you can start programming transmitters to the ON/OFF/
Dimming Control .
Note:
Antenna (grey wire) - Do not cut it, keep it as straight as possible after
installation.
3. PROGRAMMING TRANSMITTERS
In order to operate the ON/OFF/Dimming Control remotely, a transmitter
must be programmed to the ON/OFF/Dimming Control. Each ON/OFF/
Dimming Control can be operated by up to 8 different transmitters (or 8
different command signals).
To program a transmitter into the ON/OFF/Dimming Control, follow the
instructions below.
You will also need the instructions from the transmitter.
1. The ON/OFF/Dimming Control should be powered off initially. This can
be done by switching off the wall switch or circuit breaker controlling
the ON/OFF/Dimming Control.
2. Power on the ON/OFF/Dimming Control by switching on the wall switch
or circuit breaker. You will hear a beep from the On/Off/Dimming
Control. The beep indicates the ON/OFF/Dimming Control is now in
programming mode and it will stay in this mode for 15 seconds.
3. Transmit a "Learn" code from the transmitter. Refer to the manual of
the transmitter to transmit this "Learn" code.
4. Once the transmitter is programmed, the ON/OFF/Dimming Control
will beep, indicating you have successfully programmed the transmitter
to the ON/OFF/Dimming Control. Now the programmed transmitter is
ready to be used.
Note: To program other transmitters/sensors (besides TC transmitter),
please refer to the instructions of those transmitters/sensors and the
above instructions.
CAUTION
Installation is required and enclosed instructions must be followed
carefully to all steps and notes. If you are uncertain or uncomfortable
performing this installation, please consult a qualified electrician.
This manual should also be retained for future reference. 4. OPERATING MODES
The ON/OFF/Dimming Control can control the light in 2 different
operating modes.
1) On / Off Mode - Allows operating the light either on and off, without
dimming function.
2) Dimming Mode - Allows operating the light in on, off or dimming
(dim / brighten). Light must be either incandescent light or dimmable
compact fluorescent light.
The factory default operating mode is on/off mode. However, if your light
is dimmable, you may change the operating mode to Dimming Mode. To
change the operating modes, please follow the instructions below.
1. Turn on the light by activating the programmed transmitter.
2. Press and hold a button on the transmitter (TC series, TM series,
TD series, TB series) that is programmed to the module for 10 seconds.
3. The light will flash. If it flashes once, that means it is in On / Off Mode.
If the light flashes twice, that means it is in Dimming Mode.
4. Repeating step 2 above will toggle the setting between On / Off Mode
and Dimming Mode.
Note: When used with an optional Motion Sensor ID-318, this ON/OFF/
Dimming Control can operate under countdown timer mode.
5. OPERATION
Screws and Accessories
Before Installation
Live
(Usually Black)
Live
Live
(Usually
Black)
Neutral
(Usually White)
Neutral
(Usually
White)
(White)
Antenna
(Red)
Load
(Black)
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After Installation
WARNING
Non-dimmable load has to be always working under ON/OFF mode.
Using non-dimmable load under dimming mode may damage the
non-dimmable CFL.
Note:
If the ON/OFF/Dimming Control is
installed after a wall switch, you can
use the transmitter to operate the
light remotely only if the wall switch
is in the ON position. If the wall
switch is off, no power is provided
to the ON/OFF/Dimming Control
and therefore, it cannot operate the
light.
OFF
ON
Remote
Works
Remote Does
Not Work

5. OPERATION (CONT)
This receiver offers two optional states after powered on, choose the one
which fits your requirement.
1. Power On - Light On:
1) You may use the wall switch to control the light as usual. When the
wall switch is off, the light is off. When the wall switch is on, the light is
on.
2) After a power outage and the electricity comes back, the light will be
on if the wall switch is in On position.
2. Power On - Light Off:
1) A special sequence is needed to turn on the light by the wall switch.
To turn on the light by the wall switch: 1) Switch On, 2) Switch Off,
3) Switch On again within 2 seconds. Light will be on.
2) After a power outage and electricity comes back, the light will be off
under most of the circumstances.
To toggle a receiver between these two states, re-program a transmitter
twice consecutively to the receiver. Referring to Section 3, repeat the
programming steps twice consecutively with a transmitter that is already
programmed, the receiver will change state.
Input Voltage: 120VAC , 60Hz
Maximum Load: 300W at 120VAC
Operating Frequency: 318MHz
Range: Up to 500 feet in open area
Standby Current: 6mA
Minimum Load: 10W
Operational Temperature: -4° F - 140° F (-20° C - 60° C)
Humidity: 5%-95%
7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
6. ERASING TRANSMITTERS FROM THE
ON/OFF/DIMMING CONTROL
8. FCC
The Remote Control is approved by the FCC and it complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Its operation is subject to the following two conditions :
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING:
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
of compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
9. WARRANTY
If, within one year from date of purchase, this product should become defective
(except battery), due to faulty workmanship or materials, it will be repaired or
replaced, without charge. Proof of purchase and a Return Authorization are required.
You may erase a transmitter from the ON/OFF/Dimming Control, but you
cannot erase a specific device directly, you must erase all the wireless
devices, then program the ones you want to keep. Follow the instructions
below to erase programmed transmitters.
1. Power off the lighting receiver. (Switch off the wall switch)
2. Transmit a "Erase" code from the transmitter until step 4.
3. Power up the ON/OFF/Dimming Control (Switch on the wall switch),
you will hear a beep.
4. You may stop the "Erase" code signal transmission, the ON/OFF/
Dimming Control will beep, indicating you have successfully erased all
the devices from the ON/OFF/Dimming Control.
To erase other transmitters / sensors, please refer to the instructions of
the transmitters / sensors.
11. ACCESSORIES
The Skylink System consists of many other devices such as
SkylinkHome Remotes, Motion Sensor, ON/OFF Wall Switch, Wall
Dimmer, Plug-In Dimmer with or without Repeater, Plug-In ON/OFF
Control (Outdoor/Indoor), Screw-In Dimmer, ON/OFF/Dimming Control,
ON/OFF Control, Smart Button Garage Door Control, etc. Please visit
Skylink website at www.skylinkhome.com for more information.
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In case the transmitter is not on hand, you can still operate the lighting
fixture with the wall switch.