Re: ToggleLinc problem with dimming from PLC

["BruceR" <br@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Sounds like a call to Smarthome Tech Support (which is pretty good) is
in order.


> I just bought a Smarthome ToggleLinc 2-way dimmer with BoosterLinc
> technology (23890W).  I wish to use it as a simple X10 wall switch.
> The only reason I didn't use a standard X10 wall switch was because I
> wanted local dim (the boosterlinc was a nice bonus too).  The problem
> is that the switch is not responding to PLC signals the same was as
> any of my other X10 equipment.  If I send the signal to dim the light
> from any controller (I have used a maxi controller, a wireless hand
> held, and a computer interface) the light will start to dim as it
> should but then very quickly fades off after it gets to about 50%.  If
> I stop pushing dim before it gets to about half brightness, pause for
> a sec, and continue to press dim, the light will dim.  But if I try to
> dim quickly (as I can do with all other lamp modules and wall switch
> modules), the light quickly goes off.
>
> I have turned off Boosterlinc and I have turned off 2-way
> transmissions.  I also changed the fade rate to the quickest allowed.
> The problem still remains.  I am controlling a simple 60-watt
> incandescent light.
>
> Is the product simply defective?  Is there anything else I should try?
>
> Thanks for the help,
> Nate Johnson