PCS PulseWorx TCM — Telephone Control Module Installation Guide and Owner’s Manual

Installation guide and owner's manual for the PCS PulseWorx TCM Telephone Control Module — a plug-in home automation controller that transmits UPB (Universal Powerline Bus) commands over existing power wiring whenever the telephone rings.

Function

The TCM Telephone Control Module is a high-quality plug-in home automation controller capable of transmitting UPB digital commands over existing power wiring to remotely turn other UPB devices on and off whenever the telephone rings. The TCM can be located anywhere a wall power outlet exists throughout the home. Only limited additional wiring is required, and no radio frequency signals are used for communication.

Features

• Senses a ring on two separate phone lines — configure different actions for a Line #1 ring vs. a Line #2 ring
• Commands lights to flash when a telephone rings
• Can command a vacuum or appliance to turn off when a telephone rings
• Ability to remotely enable/disable the telephone ring sensing mechanism

Typical Uses

• Flash a light for the hearing impaired
• Turn on path lights
• Turn off a vacuum or appliance

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read and follow all safety instructions.
2. Keep away from water. If the product contacts water or another liquid, turn off the circuit breaker and unplug the product immediately.
3. Never use products that have been dropped or damaged.
4. Do not use this product outdoors.
5. Do not use this product for other than its intended purpose.
6. Do not cover this product with any material when in use.
7. To avoid risk of fire, burns, personal injury, or electric shock, install out of reach of small children.
8. This product uses grounded plugs and sockets to reduce risk of electric shock. If they don't fit an outlet, consult an electrician.
9. Save these instructions.

Installation

The TCM is designed for indoor use with standard telephone equipment.

1. Locate any free grounded wall outlet in the home.
2. Plug phone Line #1 into the left-hand phone jack.
3. If you have a second phone line, plug it into the right-hand phone jack.
4. Plug the TCM into the wall outlet.
5. Optionally, secure the TCM to the wall outlet by screwing the wall plate center screw through the TCM's tab hole.

Configuration

PCS has developed a Powerline Interface Module (PIM) and free UPStart software to configure all PulseWorx Lighting System devices. The UPStart User's Guide is available on the PulseWorx website (www.PulseWorx.com).

Step 1 — Add the TCM to Your UPB Network

Select Device → Add in UPStart Setup Software. UPStart will find your TCM and allow you to name it.

Step 2 — Start TCM Configuration

Double-click the TCM icon to begin configuration. Select the Transmit Components tab to begin configuring what to control.

Step 3 — Specify the Link(s) to Control

On the Transmit Components tab, select one link to be controlled for each channel.

Step 4 — Specify the Sensing Mode

On the Transmit Components tab, press the Mode button and select a Sense Mode. Note: for the TCM, it's highly recommended to keep this as "N.O. Link Activator."

Step 5 — Specify a Suspend Link (Optional)

A sense channel can be enabled (active) or disabled (suspended) by a UPB Link command received by the TCM. On the Receive Components tab, specify the Link to control the sensing channel — it will be suspended by a DEACTIVATE or GOTO 0% command, and activated by an ACTIVATE or GOTO >0% command for that link.

Step 6 — Program the TCM

Once configuration is complete, press the Program Device button to program the information into the TCM.

Setup Mode

When configuring a UPB system, place the TCM in SETUP mode by pressing the Program Button 5 times rapidly. The Status LED will continuously blink Blue while in SETUP mode. To exit, press the Program Button 2 more times, or wait 5 minutes for it to time out.

Operation

Once installed and configured, the TCM operates on its stored configuration without further user intervention. Whenever the telephone rings, the TCM transmits the configured UPB command onto the powerline.

Factory Default Settings

To restore these defaults: place the TCM into SETUP mode, then press the Program Button 10 times rapidly. The Status LED will blink red to indicate factory defaults have been restored — press the Program Button 2 more times to stop the blinking.

Limited Warranty

Seller warrants this product, if used per all applicable instructions, to be free from original defects in materials and workmanship for 5 years from the date of purchase. See www.PulseWorx.com for exact warranty details.

Manufacturer

PCS (The Inventors Of...), 19201 Parthenia St. Suite J, Northridge, CA 91324. Phone: 818-701-9831, Fax: 818-701-1506. sales@pcslighting.com, www.pcslighting.com.