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INSTRUCTION/INSTALLATION SHEET
INSTRUCTION/INSTALLATION SHEET
ADVANCED LIGHTING CONTROL
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301 Fulling Mill Road, Suite G ©Copyright 2004 by OnQ Technologies, Inc All Rights Reserved.
Middletown, PA 17057
www.onqhome.com
(800)-321-2343
Innovations in Home Living.
1. Introduction

The patented OnQ Advanced Lighting Control (ALC) products provide
enhanced lighting control:
P/N 363142, ALC Relay Switch Module - for local and programmable on/off
control of lighting and outlets up to 15A
P/N 363145, ALC Auxiliary Switch Module - for multi-way local control of
ALC Relay, Dimmer and Non-Dimming Switch modules
P/N 363144, ALC Program Switch Module - for programmable control of
lighting, lighting scenes and house modes
P/N 364355, ALC 4-Button Scene Switch Control Module - features four (4)
buttons for programmable control of lighting, lighting scenes, and house modes
P/N 363143, ALC Dimmer Module - for local and programmable dimming
control of lighting loads up to 600W
P/N 364335, ALC Hi-Watt Dimmer Module - for local and programmable
dimming control of lighting loads up to 900W
P/N 364722, ALC Non-Dimming Switch Module - for local and
programmable on/off control of lighting loads up to 900W

ALC Dimmer and Non-Dimming Switch modules are designed for optimum
control of the most common lighting types including incandescent, halogen and
conventional magnetic low voltage.

2. Compliancy

The ALC control modules are FCC, Part 15, Class B verified. All modules are
UL listed (UL File No. E180376). ALC control modules require no special AC
wiring practices. When installed as directed, ALC installations comply with the
installation and wiring practices of the NFPA 70 National Electrical Code.

3. Installation

A UL Class 2 (CL2) rated multi-conductor communication cable and
uninterrupted source of 120 VAC must be present at each switch location.

Electrical
Wall Box
CL2 Rated ALC
Communication & Multi-Way
Switching Cable
NM-B
Electrical
Cable
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Insulating Tubing
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Electrician's Tape
Securing
Insulating Tubing



Installation Procedure
Step 1: Remove electrical power from the 120 VAC circuit.
Step 2: Retrieve the CL2 cable(s).
Step 3: Remove .375 in. of insulation from the CL2 cables conductors.
Step 4: Identify and retrieve the 120 VAC Source Hot, Switched Hot,
Neutral and Ground wires.
Step 5: Remove the insulation from each of the modules 120 VAC leads.
Step 6: Connect all wires as required for the specific application.

NOTE: ALC Switches must be installed and operated in accordance with all
electrical codes and regulations.

DANGER: To avoid risk of fire or shock, turn off the power at the circuit breaker
or fuse. Test to be sure the power is off before wiring.

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2 White, CL2 Communications "-" Lead
3 Green, CL2 Switching "On" Lead
4 Red, CL2 Switching "Off" Lead
5 Black, CL2 Switching "Common" Lead
7 Black, 120 VAC "Hot" Lead
8 Blue, 120 VAC "Switched Hot" Lead
9 White, 120 VAC "Neutral" Lead
10 Green, 120 VAC "Ground" Lead
Yellow, CL2 Communications "+" Lead



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ALC Multi-Way Switching and
Communications Wiring
Protective Cap Installed
120 VAC Wiring
(House Wiring Not Shown)
ALC Multi-Way Switching and
Communication Leads
Routed Through Metal Yoke
and Under Terminal Cap
Splice Connectors
(Included)



The scope of NEC Article 725 covers installation of Class 2 conductors and the
conductors of electric light and power circuits together. Article 725-54. (a) (1)
Exception No. 2: a. states that electric light and power circuit conductors can
enter an outlet box to connect to the remotely controllable ALC modules,
providing that the electric circuit conductors maintain a minimum separation of
.25 inches from the other Class 2 conductors connected the ALC modules.
Figure 1. Cable Installation Rough-In
Figure 2. CL2 and 120VAC Lead Connections
Figure 3. Recommended Installation
INSTRUCTION/INSTALLATION SHEET
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301 Fulling Mill Road, Suite G ©Copyright 2004 by OnQ Technologies, Inc All Rights Reserved.
Middletown, PA 17057
www.onqhome.com
(800)-321-2343
Innovations in Home Living.

Figure 4. Alternative Installation

CAUTION: It is the Installers responsibility to ensure proper installation and
compliance with the provisions of NEC Article 725. All Class 2 communication
and multi-way switching conductors entering the outlet/wall box must be
completely insulated.

Step 7: Set the modules address. (This step does not apply to the ALC Auxiliary
slave switch module) Each ALC communication-wiring branch may include up
to 31 individually addressable modules. Modules residing on the same
communication branch must NOT have the same address.

CAUTION: Verify all wiring connections and terminations prior to applying AC
power to the ALC modules. Excessive loading and electrical shorts will result in
destruction of the ALC modules. Misapplication will void the product warranty.

CAUTION: Ensure that all conductors remain completely insulated and do not
become pinched between the ALC modules metal yoke and the wall surface,
outlet box or cover plate. Any shorts caused by piercing of a conductors insulation
will cause loss of operation.

Step 8: Screw the ALC module into the wall switch junction box with the screws
provided. Position the CL2 conductors to allow flush installation of the ALC
module to the finished wall surface.
Step 9: Install decorator style switch cover plate.
Step 10: Apply power to the 120 VAC electrical lighting/power circuit.
Step 11: Test ALC Relay, Non-Dimming Switch and Dimmer modules by
actuating the front paddle switch to control power to the attached electrical load.

Dimmer and Non-Dimming Switch Module Derating
In many installation scenarios it is necessary to mount more than one Dimmer or
Non-Dimming Switch at a switchbox location. When this occurs, side sections of
each modules metal yoke must be removed in order to physically permit the
devices to fit within the same switchbox. Removal of these side sections, however,
reduces the ability of each module to dissipate heat. To ensure that each module
can continue to operate within specified design parameters, the load capacity
must be derated. Remove the yoke side sections by using pliers to carefully bend
the tabs up and down several times until each tab breaks off.







Table 1. ALC Dimmer and Non-Dimming Switch Derating

CAUTION To avoid overheating and possible damage to the modules and
other equipment, do NOT use the ALC Dimmer or Non-Dimming Switch
modules to control receptacles. Do NOT use the ALC Dimmer to control
fluorescent lighting, motor operated appliances or transformer-supplied loads.













Warranty
OnQ warrants to the end-user, each new ALC module to be free of defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original
purchase from OnQ or its authorized reseller or installer. Each product is
deemed warrantable under conditions of normal use and when installed and
operated within OnQ specifications and in accordance with the applicable
National Electrical Code and Safety Standards of Underwriters Laboratories.
When determined to be warrantable, OnQ shall at its option and expense,
replace any defective product with a new or reconditioned product. OnQ will
continue to warrant any replaced product for a period of ninety (90) days from
shipment, or through the end of the original warranty period, which ever is
longer.
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ALC Multi-Way Switching
and Communication Wiring
Cover Removed by Installer
Installer Ensures .25"
Separation Between ALC
Wiring and 120VAC Wiring
600V Rated Insulating
Tubing
(Included)
Splice Connectors
(Included)

Figure 5. ALC Unit Addresses
Module P/N
Single-Gang
End-of-Gang
Middle-of-Gang
363143
600 W
600 W
600 W
364335
900 W
700 W
600 W
364722 900W 700W
600W