DCD267
Universal Dimmer
Specifications
Voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120VAC, 60Hz
Operating Temperature . . . . . . . . 32ºF to 104ºF (0ºC to 40ºC)
Maximum Load Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600W
Minimum Load Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25W
Load Type Compatibility
Incandescent and quartz halogen lamps
The following are limited to a maximum load of 500W:
Magnetic low voltage transformers, dimming rated
electronic low voltage transformers, dimming rated cold
cathode neon ballasts, dimming rated 2-wire fluorescent
(Advance MK X or equivalent) and compact fluorescent
ballasts
U.S. Patent 6,175,220. Other utility,
design, and foreign patents pending.
Installation Instructions
UNIT DESCRIPTION
The Miro Decorator DCD267 Universal Dimmer provides dimming of various
lighting load types. When used in conjunction with optional Miro DCD68 or
MCD68 Multilocation Controllers, the DCD267 offers control of a dimming
circuit from multiple locations.
Load Types
Use the Universal Dimmer for these load types (at 120V):
• Incandescent and quartz halogen lamps (25-600W)
• Dimmable magnetic or electronic low voltage transformers (25-500W)
• Dimmable cold cathode, neon ballasts (25-500W)
• Dimmable, 2-wire fl uorescent (Advance MK X or equivalent) and compact
fl uorescent ballasts (25-500W)*
* Lamps must be burned in to manufacturer’s specifi cations before use.
See “Fluorescent Setup” for confi guration information.
• Do not mix different load types on the same dimmer.
• Do not use with fl uorescent fi xtures other than those listed.
Derating
When more than one dimmer is installed in a multi-gang box, it is necessary to
reduce the maximum load on each dimmer:
• For a dimmer in either end position of a multi-gang box, reduce its
maximum load by 100W.
• For a dimmer in a central position of a multi-gang box, reduce its maximum
load by 200W.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of
overheating and possible
damage to other equipment, do not
install to control a receptacle, or a
motor-operated appliance.
CAUTION
Afin de réduire le risque de
surchauffe et la possibilité
d’endommager d’autres matériels,
ne pas installer pour commander
une prise ou un appareil à moteur.
INSTALLATION
For ease of installation, manufacturer recommends use of a deep wall box.
1. Disconnect power to circuit by turning circuit breaker OFF before
installation.
2. Remove existing wall plate and switch.
3. Strip existing wires 1/2”. If two wires will be connected to the same terminal
on a Miro device, both wires must be the same gauge (12AWG or 14AWG).
4. Select your application to continue…
Single Location Application
5. Wire the LINE (black), NEUT (white), and GND supply wires to the
correspondingly marked screw terminals and wire the load (black) wire
to the LOAD terminal, according to Figure 1.
LOAD
LINE
GND
Wire Legend
Ground
Line
Neutral
NEUT
DCD267
Dimmer
Figure 1: Single location wiring
CAUTION
Turn the power off at the circuit breaker before installing the dimmer.
Two Location Application
Use with one Miro DCD68 or MCD68 Multilocation Controller.
Do Not Wire with Conventional Switches
As Part of a 3-Way or 4-Way Switching Circuit.
5. Install the DCD267 dimmer and the DCD68 (or MCD68) controller, following
the wiring diagram in Figure 2. The dimmer can go in either location. Use
a 3-wire and ground cable to wire between devices. (In existing 3-way
switched installations this wire is already in place.) The DCD68 and MCD68
require a ground. Be sure to verify the ground connection.
GND
LOAD
LINE
GND
REMOTE
REMOTE
DCD68
Multilocation
Controller
DCD267
DIMMER
Supply
Wires
Load
Wires
12AWG
or
14AWG
between
devices
Wire Legend
Traveler
Ground
Line
Neutral
NEUT
Connect traveler wire (red) between the
REMOTE terminals on each device in the circuit.
Max. traveler wire 200' (60m).
Figure 2: Two location wiring
Three or More Location Application
Use with two or more Miro DCD68 or MCD68 Multilocation Controllers, for
multilocation control.
Do Not Wire with Conventional Switches
As Part of a 3-Way or 4-Way Switching Circuit.
5. Install the DCD267 dimmer and the DCD68 (or MCD68) controllers, following
the wiring diagram in Figure 3. The dimmer may be in any position in the
circuit. Use a 3-wire and ground cable to wire between devices. (In existing
3-way switched installations this wire is already in place.) Be sure to verify
the ground connection.
GND
REMOTE
Load
Wires
Wire Legend
Traveler
Ground
Line
Neutral
GND
LOAD
LINE
GND
REMOTE
REMOTE
DCD68
Multilocation
Controller
DCD267
DIMMER
Supply
Wires
12AWG
or
14AWG
between
devices
DCD68
Multilocation
Controller
NEUT
Connect traveler wire (red) between the
REMOTE terminals on each device in the circuit.
Max. traveler wire 200' (60m).
Figure 3: Wiring for 3 or more locations
INSTALL IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND
STANDARDS. Failure to follow these instructions may cause personal
injury or equipment damage.
Finishing the Installation
6. Attach the wall plate.
7. Switch the circuit breaker ON.
8. Make sure the LED on the DCD267 dimmer is lit. There is no LED on
the DCD68 or MCD68 controller.
Fluorescent Setup
If the dimmer will operate 2-wire fl uorescent or compact fl uorescent loads,
a special confi guration step is required; if not, skip ahead to “Operation.”
1. Press and hold the top and bottom of the device paddle simultaneously until
the LED fl ashes yellow (about 2 seconds).
2. Release the top and bottom of the device paddle simultaneously then press the
top of the device paddle (
) until LED briefl y fl ashes red.
3. Press and hold the top and bottom of the device paddle simultaneously until
the LED changes to green (about 2 seconds).
4. To reconfi gure the dimmer to control non-fl uorescent loads, repeat the above
steps 1-3, but press the bottom of the device paddle (
) rather than in
step 2; the LED briefl y fl ashes green to confi rm the cancellation of
fl uorescent operation.
OPERATION
Tap once Fade the load to its last-used level
Tap twice Full bright
— — Press and hold Increase the present level
Tap once Fade the load to OFF
— — Press and hold Decrease the present level
Note: The dimmer may feel warm to the touch during normal operation.
When you see
in the instructions,
touch the top of the
device as directed.
When you see
in the instructions,
touch the bottom
of the device as
directed.
TROUBLESHOOTING
With one or more DCD68 or MCD68 Multilocation Controllers in the circuit, the
dimmer works, but the multilocation controllers don’t function.
LINE and LOAD connections might be reversed. Check to make
sure the connections are correctly terminated at the dimmer.
The Multilocation Controllers require a ground connection. Check
to make sure the ground wires are securely connected.
The light level changes without pressing any switches, or the dimmer does not
respond when I press its switch.
There may be a problem with the traveler wire. Remove power from
the circuit. Disconnect all traveler wires from the dimmer’s
Remote terminals. Restore power. If the dimmer now operates
the load properly, the problem is with the traveler wire. It may
be too long or may be shorted to another conductor.
Replacing Lamps
When a lamp must be replaced, use the Air Gap Isolation feature for safety. This
feature is only available at the dimmer, which can be identifi ed by its status LED.
(The DCD68 and MCD68 Multilocation Controllers do not have an LED and can not
operate this feature.)
To activate the feature from the dimmer:
Press
FIRMLY, so that the paddle clicks and latches in. Make sure the status
LED is extinguished, indicating that it’s safe to relamp.
To release and return to normal operation, press
.
Power Fail Memory
After a power failure, all Miro devices automatically return to the state they were
in immediately prior to loss of power.
CLEANING
Clean using a cloth dampened only with water and a little mild detergent.
Use of solvents or hydrocarbon-based cleaners may cause permanent damage.
Please
Recycle
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Manufacturer warranties its products to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of fi ve (5) years. There are no obligations or liabilities
on the part of manufacturer for consequential damages arising out of, or
in connection with, the use or performance of this product or other indirect
damages with respect to loss of property, revenue or profi t, or cost of removal,
installation or reinstallation.
2800 De La Cruz Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Phone: 800.879.8585
www.wattstopper.com
1061 South 800 East
Orem, UT 84057
Phone: 800.555.9891
www.vantagecontrols.com
Watt Stopper Customers contact: Vantage Customers contact:
The Dimmer does not work and the status LED is flashing red
• at 1Hz (5 times in 5 seconds):
The dimmer has detected an unsuitable load or a load below 25 watts.
To clear the fault condition, tap
and wait for the LED to turn green.
Disconnect power, check the load, restore power and try again.
• at 2Hz (10 times in 5 seconds):
The dimmer has detected an overload condition and has shut down.
To clear the fault condition, tap
and wait for the LED to turn green.
Disconnect loads in excess of rated load and try again.
• at 3Hz (15 times in 5 seconds):
The dimmer has detected a short-circuit condition and has shut down.
To clear the fault condition, tap
and wait for the LED to turn green. Remove
power, rectify the short-circuit condition, restore power and try again.
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