Understanding linking – INSTEON Hidden Door Sensor (2845-222) Manual User Manual
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When linking INSTEON devices, the links that
are created are one-way.
The current state of the controlled device is
stored in the link: On, off or dimmed.
Switch A will turn Switch B on and off but
Switch B cannot turn Switch A on or off.
The switch will turn on the Lamp Dimmer to
75% brightness.
A
Switch
B
Lamp Dimmer
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X
NEW
X
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75%
INSTEON devices that can turn other devices
on or off are called controllers.
Sensors, Switches, Keypads and the
Hub are common controllers.
NEW
X
INSTEON devices that receive the command of a
controller are called responders.
Switches, Keypads, Plug-In Modules and
In-Line Modules are common responders.
NEW
X
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Neutral
On
Off
Set
N
N
Load L1
Line L
Responders
Controllers
Links Remember a Device’s State
Links are One-Way
Understanding Linking
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odel: 2845-222