Marmitek AW12 Manual De Instrucciones página 5

3. Some (old) devices are able to disturb the signal by transmitting noise on the power line.
Because the Marmitek 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 X-10 protocol has several mechanism to avoid modules to be switched on or
off by other sources than your Marmitek X-10 Controllers. However, it is possible that the
Marmitek 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 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 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).
Introduction.
Congratulations on your purchase of the AW12
• The MicroModule can be installed behind conventional wall switches or into wall outlets
because of the extreme small size of the MicroModule (Minimum built-in depth 40 mm,
advised 50 mm). The MicroModule is also ideal for installation into light fixtures or for use
in areas with limited space such as rooms with lowered ceilings.
• Universal compatibility: No limitation in choosing brand, color or type of any wall switches
and outlets.
This module can be controlled by the switches or momentary switches connected to the
module or remotely using the Marmitek X-10 (PLC) signal via the mains. The module responds
to the following Marmitek X-10 PLC commands: On, Off and the optional Marmitek X-10
commands All Lights On/All Lights Off/All Units Off when these have been programmed. Both
normal switches (make/break) and momentary switches can be connected to the module. The
input from the switch is connected to the live (brown wire, 230 V), the output from the
switch is connected to the thin black wire (input) on the AW12 module. This is illustrated in
figure A. The AW12 can also be used in a 3-way switch (also known as a hotel-switch). See
figure B for details.
When power is lost the module will retain the state it was in before the loss. (on/off) The
AW12 uses 1-way X10 communications.
Installation.
To install the AW12, neutral and phase are required at the installation point.
• Switch off appropriate mains fuse and master switch!
• Take the wall switch out of the wall box.
• Disconnect all wires from the switch.
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