INSTEON SignaLinc (2406H) - Manual (Page 2)

SignaLinc TM V2 Hardwired (#2406H)
Quick-Start Guide
SIGNALINC V2 HARDWIRED
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SmartLabs warrants to the original consumer of this product that, for a period of two years from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will
perform in substantial conformity to the description of the product in the owner's manual. This warranty shall not apply to defects or errors caused by misuse or neglect.
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How Does a Signal Bridge work?
The SignaLinc V2 is a passive coupler and does not amplify
the PLC signals. This means the signals coupled onto the
receiving phase will only be as strong as the signals on the
transmitting phase. How well the SignaLinc works in your
home is dependent on many factors, including signal strength
for the transmission phase. Other considerations include:
1 1.. The phase receiving the signal through the SignaLinc may
have electrical devices plugged in that will attenuate the signal
from the transmission phase. Some of the electrical devices
that might cause the receiving phase to absorb the
transmitted signal include power line carrier (PLC) X10
transmitters, noise/surge suppressors (like those found in
multi-outlet strips), and any electrical device that contains a
complex power supply like those found in computers and
audio-video products. If the PLC signal is severely attenuated,
it may cause devices that once worked on the transmission
phase to stop working.
2 2.. Noise on the receiving phase may be transferred through
the SignaLinc onto the transmitting phase, resulting in some
interference among receivers. This interference may prevent
PLC devices from receiving the signal correctly, even if they
were once working properly before the SignaLinc was installed.
Noise from the transmission phase may also be transmitted to
the receiving phase, resulting in missed signals.
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TIP: If you don't have any space in your panel for new circuit breakers, use a quad-pole breaker
like the one pictured on the right. You will need to remove two existing breakers that are
adjoining each other. The quad breaker will need to have two of the poles rated for the
amperage as the ones removed. For example, if you removed two 20-amp breakers, you would
need a 20/15/15/20 quad breaker. The two 15-amp poles will be for the new SignaLinc while
the two 20-amp poles will be for the circuits that were connected to the old breakers. A home
improvement or electrical supply store should have a good assortment of these.
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