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Overview

Two products in one: In-wall controller and 600-watt dimmer
Monitor and control five different devices or sets of devices
Create whole-house lighting scenes in minutes
Visually displays the status of any linked device with the built-in white LEDs
Award-winning INSTEON technology: the ultimate in simplicity and reliability
8-button KeypadLinc Dimmer now available!

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"I absolutely love it. Easily installed, super simple to program, excellent price for everything it does, I couldn't be happier."
Walter -- La Crescenta, CA

For an On/Off-only version of KeypadLinc, try KeypadLinc On/Off!

KeypadLinc Dimmer is also available in Ivory, Almond, Black, Brown, and Gray.

INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer — The INSTEON-Compatible Keypad & Dimmer All In One!
Fill your entire home with personalized mood lighting for any occasion. The INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer is more than a 600-watt local dimmer. You can use this 6-button controller to monitor and control five different devices or sets of devices in and around your home. You can even use KeypadLinc as a central monitoring and controlling device: Install one by your front door and link up to five individual lights or groups of lights, and you'll be able to see the on/off status of each light by looking at the keypad. If you forgot to turn off your bedroom light on your way out in the morning, you could simply press the corresponding keypad button to turn it off without having to run all the way back to the bedroom.

Need to control more lights from this location? Pick up an 8-Button Keypad; you can also easily change this 6-button KeypadLinc to an 8-button keypad using the White 8 Button Change Kit for KeypadLinc. You can also change colors when you redecorate using these kits, also available in Brown, Black, Gray, Ivory, and Almond.

You can also install a KeypadLinc in the bedroom to see if the kids have gotten up in the middle of the night. Each KeypadLinc button can perform up to four different functions, such as on, off, brighten, and dim. For the ultimate in elegance, custom laser-etched 4 small, 2 large keypad button sets are available. You can save by purchasing your KeypadLinc plus etched buttons together in an 8-button configuration or 6-button configuration.

This dimmer switch can control incandescent bulbs, low-voltage halogen (e.g. track), and other low-voltage lights with magnetic or dimmable electronic transformers. If you need to control a fluorescent light fixture or a non-dimmable appliance, try connecting it to the INSTEON SwitchLinc Relay (Non-Dimmable).

How many times have you jumped into bed and forgotten to turn the lights off? With the INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer you have the convenience of built-in status LEDs so you can see which light has been left on. Then by adding a bedside controller, you can turn off those lights without getting out of bed. Never come home to a dark house again: Install INSTEON HouseLinc Desktop Software on your computer to schedule any INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer or any other INSTEON-compatible device to turn on or off at any specific time or even at sunrise and sunset. The KeypadLinc can control up to a 600-watt load. If a larger load is required, the High-Power INSTEON SwitchLinc Dimmer is available.

Note: As with all wall dimmers, the KeypadLinc Dimmer may feel warm during operation. Rigorously tested and approved to UL-standards, the amount of heat generated falls well within approved limits and poses no threat to your home or the lifespan of the device.

View our Videos:

Linking to a KeypadLinc

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Changing out the KeypadLinc Buttons

Adding LED Diffusers to the KeypadLinc

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Manuals/Software

What's Included

INSTEON KeypadLinc V2 Dimmer

Quick-Start Guide

2 mounting screws

4 wire nuts

White trim frame

6 pre-printed opaque white buttons

More Info

Easy To Install
The INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer is easy to install and set up and yet so affordable, you'll be able to replace many of your switches with KeypadLinc Dimmers. Just remove the old switch, reattach the line, load, and ground wires with the addition of the neutral wire using the included wire nuts, and you're done. If this is your first INSTEON installation, the best way to purchase a KeypadLinc Dimmer is to buy the complete INSTEON Keypad Dimmer Scene Lighting Starter Kit, which includes everything required to set up your INSTEON network, including two SwitchLinc Dimmers, a pair of INSTEON Access Points to ensure INSTEON network reliability, and the KeypadLinc Dimmer. See other INSTEON-compatible products here, or learn more about INSTEON here.

Scene Lighting
Scenes allow you to control multiple lights with one button. You can save and control up to five different individual lights, multi-light scenes, or even your whole home. Because the INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer can be a member of more than 400 scenes (i.e. "Movie Time," "Party," "Romance," etc.), you'll be able to launch various lighting scenarios with a press of one of the keypad buttons. These are elegant features usually found only in systems costing tens of thousands of dollars and requiring extensive rewiring of your home. All member lights can ramp to your independently desired brightness levels at your chosen ramp rates, so one set of lights can dim slowly while another set turns off instantly, all controlled with one command from one button.

Monitor Other Devices
The buttons on the INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer illuminate when ON signals are sent and when signals are detected from other INSTEON devices linked to the KeypadLinc. This allows the KeypadLinc to monitor lights in other rooms, which is incredibly useful if you want to control lights that aren't easily seen from the location, like those in bedrooms, bathrooms, basements, garages, attics, etc.

Flexible Setup
The KeypadLinc gives you tremendous flexibility with controlling your lighting system. Other wall-mounted keypads only provide on/off control, each KeypadLinc button can perform up to four different functions. Press a button once for ON; press again for OFF. Press and hold to brighten, press and hold again to dim. If you prefer, turn off the toggle feature to send the same command every time. This is a helpful feature when programming an "all on" command button to press when you get home or "all off" command button to press when you leave for the day.

Make it Portable
Mount this keypad in a Tabletop Enclosure, and you'll be able to plug it into any indoor outlet for portable remote control of connected lights and appliances.

Beautiful, High-Quality Construction
Unlike other switches, the INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer offers the natural feel of high-end dimmers. You'll love the crisp, tactile response with each touch instead of the mushy feeling of other brands. The KeypadLinc is designed and manufactured to high-end specifications and goes through over 10 quality control tests before arriving at your doorstep. The KeypadLinc is also available in other colors. Choose the color that best suits your room's décor: Ivory, Almond, Black, Brown, or Gray. Two frames are included in each color-change set. Don't forget to order a matching wall plate, as well.

Brightness Levels
Adjust the brightness level of the controlled light locally by pressing and holding the top or bottom button. This is especially helpful when you want to create a theatrical experience when watching your favorite movies. You can also adjust and control the brightness levels of linked devices by pressing any of the programmed buttons to send signals to brighten or dim an out-of-the-way light. You can link any of the KeypadLinc's buttons to a tabletop ControLinc so when the light that is being controled by both of the linked buttons, it will updated the on/off status that device and show on the KeypadLinc button. That way, you won't even have to leave the comfort of your chaise lounge to see the status of the controlled light. When you turn on the INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer, it automatically comes on to full brightness. Setting the preset on level will make the dimmer stop at your preferred choice of 32 brightness levels. With software you can control brightness levels in 1% increments for ultimate flexibility. Each button has an elegant white LED that indicates the current on/off status of the lights being controlled. To match your room's décor, a 4-Color KeypadLinc LED Kit is available with four colors: red, blue, amber, and green.

Adjustable Ramp Rate
You can also adjust the speed at which the controlled light turns on or off, known as the ramp rate. For example, you may want the light in the stairwell to turn on instantly so you can see where you're walking. Alternatively, you may want the light in the master bathroom to ramp up in a soft, gentle fashion so you're not blinded in the middle of the night. The ramp rate is adjustable between 0.1 seconds and 9 seconds if programmed locally. The ramp rate can extend up to 9 minutes (for a simulated sunrise or sunset) if programmed remotely. This is a great addition to your morning alarm, slowly turning the light on to help you wake up. If you have programmed a slow ramp rate and want to make the light come on instantly, simply double tap the top button. To turn the light off quickly, double tap the bottom button.

Create Multi-Way Circuits
The INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer allows you to customize your lighting setup no matter how your house is wired. It's simple to create a 3-, 4-, or 5-way circuit. First replace all of the existing switches you want to include in the circuit with either a KeypadLinc, INSTEON SwitchLinc Dimmer, or a INSTEON SwitchLinc Relay (Non-Dimmable). The main dimmer must be connected to the standard wires, load, line, neutral, and ground. The secondary switches only need to be connected to line, neutral, and ground. No traveler wires are needed, so it is easy to place one of the switches wherever you need it. Cross-linking all of the companion dimmers to the master dimmer is the last step in the process. Note: Any time the KeypadLincs are placed directly adjacent to one another or any other electronic dimming switch, you must subtract 200 watts of capacity from each dimmer. If three dimmers are adjacent to one another, then 400 watts must be subtracted from the capacity of the center dimmer. If more capacity is needed, try a higher-rated High-Wattage INSTEON SwitchLinc Dimmer.

Compatibility
The INSTEON KeypadLinc Dimmer is fully INSTEON compatible and X10 ready. Homeowners with existing X10 networks can easily migrate to an INSTEON network without having to discard all their existing X10 devices. The KeypadLinc can respond to X10 commands from an X10 controller, and it can send X10 commands to X10 devices. Please note that INSTEON devices repeat INSTEON signals but not X10.

Slim Design
Similar dimmers are up to 50-percent deeper than the KeypadLinc. Thanks to its slim design, it makes installation easy, even in small junction boxes.

Non-Volatile Memory
All KeypadLinc settings are stored in non-volatile memory and are not lost during power failures. Additionally, in the event of a power loss, the KeypadLinc will return to its last brightness level when power is restored.

Certifications and Warranty
All KeypadLinc products are safety approved. The factory for SmartLabs Design Products is ISO9001 certified. In order to meet the ISO 9001.pdf standards, the entire factory underwent rigorous inspections of procedures and policies before being certified. The certification received was based on its dedication to high-quality management systems and strict adherence of quality control systems and guidelines. Because of this, Smarthome stands behind the entire KeypadLinc line of products with a full 2-year warranty.

Specifications

Specifications
General
Brand:	Smarthome
Manufacturer:	SmartLabs Design
Manufacturer Product No.:	2486DWH6, KeypadLinc - INSTEON 6-Button Keypad Controller With Dimmer, White
UPC:	689076408943
Warranty:	2 years, limited (Upgradeable to 7 years)
Operation
On-Levels	32 locally, 1% increments with software
Ramp Rates, (full-ON to full-OFF)	0.125 to 9 seconds if programmed locally, 0.125 seconds to 9 minutes if programmed remotely
LED Indicator	One per button; LED reflects status of button
Operation Modes	INSTEON only, X10 only, INSTEON and X10 Combo Mode
Combo Mode Message Order	INSTEON, X10, INSTEON cleanup
Multi-Way Circuit Support	One KeypadLinc Dimmer controls load, Cross-Link any number of KeypadLinc Dimmers or other INSTEON Controllers
ON/OFF Button Pairs:	1 Pair (6 button only)
Setup Memory	Non-volatile EEPROM
INSTEON Features
INSTEON Addresses	1 hard-coded out of 16,777,216 possible
INSTEON Links	417 out of 16,777,216 possible
INSTEON Powerline Frequency	131.65 KHz
INSTEON Minimum Transmit Level	3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms
INSTEON Minimum Receive Level	10 mV
INSTEON Messages Repeated	Yes
Mechanical
Button Type	6 mechanical momentary contact type buttons
Button Appearance	Solid white pre-printed plastic caps, with LED backlighting
Wire Nuts	4 included
Mounting	Mounts in single or multiple-ganged junction box.Controls 200 watts less load for each immediately adjacent electronic dimmer installed. For example, 600 watt load capacity becomes 400 watt with another electronic dimmer installed to the immediate right or left. Use a triple-gang box with a mechanical switch in the center to avoid de-rating
Operating Conditions	Indoors, 40 to 104°F, up to 85% relative humidity
Dimensions	4.1" H x 1.8" W x 1.2" D
Weight	3.6 oz
Electrical
Supply Voltage	120 Volts AC +/- 10%, 60 Hertz, single phase
Surge Protection	MOV rated for 150 Volts
Power Wire Leads	6", 16 AWG, stranded, 600V, 105°C insulation, ends stripped and tinned, LINE (black), LOAD (red), NEUTRAL (white)
Ground Lead	6", 18 AWG, stranded, bare copper
Load Types	Wired-in incandescent lighting devices
Neutral Wire	Required
Maximum Amps	5-amps
Maximum Load	600 Watts (uses 12-Amp triac dimmer)
Minimum Load	No minimum load required
Certification	Safety tested for use in USA and Canada (ETL #3059287-001)
X10 Features
X10 Primary Address	1 optional (comes unassigned)
X10 Scene Addresses	255 possible
X10 Controllable Addresses	5 X10 address (one per button sent when pressed)
X10 Status Response	Supported
X10 Resume Dim	Supported (by setting Local On-Level to zero)
X10 Powerline Frequency	120 KHz
X10 Minimum Transmit Level	3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms
X10 Minimum Receive Level	20 mVpp nominal
X10 Messages Repeated	No

Reviews

"Generally the Keypad works well but this one has the main On button sticking and hard to turn on, (has to be pressed hard or twice) may have to return." - JIM - ROCKLEDGE, FL

"Simply awesome!" - JEFF - ALDIE, VA

"Great item" - KEVIN - PINE BUSH, NY

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Accessories


Custom-Etched KeypadLinc 8-Button Set	Custom-Etched KeypadLinc 6-Button Set	Custom-Etched KeypadLinc Small Button	KeypadLinc LED Kit, 4-Color

Custom-Etched KeypadLinc Large Button	KeypadLinc Color Frame Kit, Almond	KeypadLinc Color Frame Kit, Black	KeypadLinc Color Frame Kit, Brown

KeypadLinc Color Frame Kit, Gray	Ivory 8 Button Change Kit For KeypadLinc	Clear 6/8 Button Change Kit	White 8 Button Change Kit For KeypadLinc

Almond 6 Button Change Kit For KeypadLinc	Black 6 Button Change Kit For KeypadLinc	Brown 6 Button Change Kit For KeypadLinc	Gray 6 Button Change Kit For KeypadLinc

Ivory 6 Button Change Kit For KeypadLinc	Keypad Tabletop Enclosure, White	Keypad Tabletop Enclosure, Black

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