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Plug Load Controllers

Video Tutorial: Watch the companion video V36: Plug Load Controllers for a visual walkthrough.

Overview

Plug load controllers are smart receptacles that connect to your Keilton+autani lighting mesh network. They allow you to manage outlet-powered devices—turning them on and off, including them in groups, and automating them with schedules.

Where Plug Load Controllers Appear

Unlike switches and sensors, plug load controllers appear on the Lights page alongside your fixtures. This is because they are controlled devices rather than controlling devices.

Common Use Cases

Application Benefit
Task lighting Desk lamps turn on/off with overhead lights
Coffee makers Scheduled on/off for break rooms
Space heaters Occupancy-based control for safety
Monitors/Equipment Auto-off after business hours
Decorative lighting Coordinated with main lighting
Signage Scheduled display hours

Adding a Plug Load Controller

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Navigate to the Lights page.
  2. Tap the + button to search for devices.
  3. Press and hold the button on the receptacle for 6 seconds.
  4. The controller enters pairing mode.
  5. When it appears in the app, select and add it.
  6. The controller now appears on your Lights page.

Controlling the Plug Load

Via App

  • Navigate to the Lights page
  • Tap the plug load icon to turn on/off

Via Physical Button

  • Press the button on the receptacle for manual on/off

Via Group Linkage

  1. Add the plug load to a group with lights
  2. Enable linkage for the group
  3. The receptacle turns on/off automatically with the group

Via Schedule

  1. Create a schedule (More → Schedule)
  2. Associate the plug load to the schedule
  3. Set times for on/off actions

Grouping with Lights

When grouped with lights and linkage is enabled:

  • Plug load turns on when group motion is detected
  • Plug load turns off when group timers expire
  • Provides automatic control for plug-connected devices

Example: Task Lamp at Workstation

  1. Add overhead light and plug load controller to same group
  2. Connect desk lamp to plug load controller
  3. Enable group linkage
  4. Desk lamp turns on/off with overhead light based on occupancy

Factory Reset

To reset the plug load controller to factory settings:

  1. Press and hold the button on the receptacle for 6 seconds
  2. This is the same action as entering pairing mode
  3. If already commissioned, it returns to factory defaults

Configuration Checklist

  • [ ] Add from Lights page
  • [ ] Name descriptively (e.g., "Desk 5 Task Lamp")
  • [ ] Add to appropriate group (optional)
  • [ ] Enable linkage in group (if grouped)
  • [ ] Create schedules if needed
  • [ ] Test manual and automatic control

Limitations

Limitation Description
No dimming On/off control only
Load rating Follow device specifications for connected loads
No local sensor Relies on group sensors for occupancy

Troubleshooting

Issue Cause Solution
Not appearing Not in pairing mode Hold button 6+ seconds
Won't turn on Not added to zone Complete pairing process
Not responding to group Not linked Enable group linkage
Turns off unexpectedly Group timer expired Adjust T1/T2 settings

Quick Reference

Action Steps
Add controller Lights → + → Hold button 6 sec → Add
Control manually Tap icon on Lights page
Add to group Groups → Select group → Members → Add plug load
Schedule More → Schedule → Create → Associate plug load
Factory reset Hold button 6 seconds

Based on Keilton+autani App User Guide v9.7