INSTEON 2842-222 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide
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INSTEON Motion Sensor
Models: 2842-222, 2842-422, 2842-522

Tools Needed

Small Phillips screwdriver
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Introduction

The INSTEON Motion Sensor is an indoor/outdoor motion sensor that will turn
INSTEON-controlled lights on and off in response to movement around your
home. The sensor also contains a photocell, allowing you to configure the unit to
only turn your lights on at night. Pair the Motion Sensor with INSTEON software for
almost limitless automation possibilities.
In this package you will find the Motion Sensor, a 9V battery, a swivel mount and 2
screws.

Operation

When Motion is Sensed
1) When motion is sensed the Motion Sensor will send an ON command to up to 30 linked INSTEON responders and flash its
LED (unless it is daytime and unit is in night-only mode)
2) Sensor will begin its automatic countdown
3) Whenever motion is sensed during countdown, the countdown will be reset to easily allow you to create "occupied" versus
"unoccupied" modes for your home
4) When countdown expires the Sensor will send an OFF command to all linked responders (unless it is in on-only mode)

Applications

• Turn on driveway or front step lights when visitors approach
• Have your fountain always on when you are around (and off when you are away)
• Save money by having HVAC and lighting automatically go into energy-saving mode when no one is around

Setup

Insert Battery

Use a small Phillips screwdriver to remove screw and cover from battery
compartment on back of unit. Attach the included 9V battery. Do not replace
compartment cover until instructed to do so later in this manual. Wait 5 minutes
for the circuit to stabilize. Then, to confirm unit is functioning, tap the Set button
a couple of times while watching the front of the unit. Each time you tap the Set
button, a red LED behind the sensor lens will flash. Don't worry if the LED
flashes when you are not tapping the Set button; it is simply indicating that
motion is being detected.

Dual-Band Products and Access Points

If you want Motion Sensor to control a powerline-only device, you need at least one INSTEON Access Point (#2443) or other dual-
band product installed in your home.

Make Motion Sensor a Controller

1) Press and hold the set button on Motion Sensor for 5 seconds
Motion Sensor LED (behind sensor lens) will start blinking red
2) Turn responder on (or any other state such as on 50% or even off)
3) Press and hold responder set button until it double-beeps
Motion Sensor LED will stop blinking
4) Test by tapping Motion Sensor set button
Responder load will respond appropriately
Motion Sensor LED will blink red
5) Repeat steps 1-4 for up to 32 responders you wish Motion Sensor to control
2452-222/2452-422/2452-522 Rev. 11/6/2012 1:27 PM / See Owner's Manual for Warranty Information.
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LED
Close-up of battery compartment
Set button