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Economical Plug-In Dimmer Is INSTEON-Compatible for Reliable Remote Control
ICON Lamp Dimmer 2-pin
ICON Dimmer - INSTEON Plug-In Dimmer Module
ICON Dimmer - INSTEON Plug-In Dimmer Module
Item# 2856D2B
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Overview

  • Control a light remotely, turning it on and off and adjusting its brightness level
  • Incorporates a lamp into multiple lighting design scenes in minutes
  • Easy-to-install dimmer uses INSTEON technology for superior performance and reliability
  • INSTEON technology received the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) Innovations 2005 Design and Engineering Award
  • Note: ICON Relays & Dimmers are not eligible for coupon discounts

Essential Info

What is ICON?
ICON by SmartLabs Design is our value-oriented line of lighting and appliance control products utilizing INSTEON technology. ICON products have several of the same features as our regular products without the added cost. ICON is another great addition to the Smarthome family of products.

ICON Lamp Dimmer — Our Most Economical Remote-Controllable Plug-In Dimmer
Fill your entire home with personalized mood lighting for any occasion. The ICON Lamp Dimmer is a full-featured plug-in lamp dimmer that can be remotely controlled by a ControLinc Tabletop Controller, KeypadLinc, or any other INSTEON controller. This simple-to-use plug-in dimmer has advanced features like a preset dim level that stores your preferred choice of 32 brightness levels when turning the lamp on initially, as well as local control, so you can still use the lamp's built-in switch to turn the light on and off. The ICON Lamp Dimmer is made to be plugged into a 2-pin outlet. If the ground is necessary and your outlets have three pins, try the ICON LampLinc 3-pin or the version with more features LampLinc Plug-In Lamp Dimmer Module, 3-Pin. This dimmer can control incandescent loads; if you need to control a fluorescent light fixture, or a non-dimmable appliance, try the ApplianceLinc, 3-Pin.

The ICON Lamp Dimmer can control up to a 150-watt load.





Manuals/Software

What's Included


  • ICON lamp dimmer module 2-pin
  • Quick start guide
  • More Info


    Easy To Install
    The ICON Lamp Dimmer is easy to plug in and set up and yet so affordable, you'll want to add ICON Lamp Dimmers to all of your lamps. Just unplug the lamp, plug the lamp into the bottom of the dimmer, and plug in the dimmer where the lamp was plugged in. Link the dimmer to an INSTEON controller using the Plug & Tap programming method, you'll be able to turn the lamp on and off, brightening and dimming, as well.

    Learn more about INSTEON here.

    Below is a comparison between the LampLinc and ICON Lamp Dimmer
    Smarthome Product No.:LampLinc Dimmer, 3-Pin 2456D3
    ICON Lamp Dimmer, 2-Pin 2856D2B
    INSTEON-Compatible:YesYes
    Maximum Load:300 Watts150 Watts
    INSTEON Scenes:41730
    Adjustable Ramp Rate(s):Yes - 0.125 to 9 seconds if programmed locally, 0.125 seconds to 8 minutes if programmed remotely No - 2 second only
    Preset on level(s): Yes - levels from 1% to 100% Yes - levels from 1% to 100%
    Pass through outlet:YesNo
    X10 Ready:YesYes
    X10 Primary Address:1 Optional (comes unassigned), any of 256 possible1 Optional (comes unassigned), any of 256 possible
    X10 Scenes:2550
    Warranty:2 years, limited (Upgradeable to 7 years)1 year
    LED Color:WhiteAmber


    Brightness Levels
    You can adjust the brightness level of the controlled lamp by pressing and holding the on or off button of your INSTEON controller. This is especially helpful when you want to create a theatrical experience when watching your favorite movie. You can also adjust the brightness remotely by sending signals from the controller to brighten or dim the light. You won't even have to leave the comfort of your chaise lounge to dim the light: Your tabletop ControLinc can be placed within arm's reach and plugged into any outlet. When you turn on the ICON Lamp Dimmer, it automatically comes on to full brightness. Setting the preset on level will make the dimmer stop at your preferred choice of 32 brightness levels. With software you can control brightness levels in 1 percent increments for ultimate flexibility. This is a great feature for your bedroom to set the mood.

    Create Multi-Way Circuits
    The ICON Lamp Dimmer allows you to customize your lighting setup no matter how your house is wired. It's simple to create a 3-, 4-, or 5-way controlled lamp. First plug the lamp you want to include in the circuit into the dimmer, then plug in the ICON Lamp Dimmer into an open outlet. Link the dimmer to all the INSTEON-compatible wall switches and ControLinc Tabletop Controllers that you want to control the dimmer for a flexible, fully functional multi-way controlled lamp.

    Scene Lighting
    Scenes allow you to control multiple lights, rooms or even the whole home with a single command. Because the ICON Lamp Dimmer can be a member of 30 scenes (i.e. "Movie Time," "Party," "Romance," etc.), you'll be able to launch various lighting scenarios with a single button press on your INSTEON controller, so one set of lamps turn on to a 73 percent brightness level, while another set turns on to a 27 percent brightness level, all controlled with one command from one controller. If you want to control multiple scenes from one controller, try the KeypadLinc Dimmer.

    Status LED
    Get a visual indication when ApplianceLinc V2 is sending or receiving INSTEON or X10 signals. The Status LED is also used for set up programming.

    Compatibility
    The ICON Lamp Dimmer is fully INSTEON compatible and X10 ready. Homeowners with existing X10 networks can easily migrate to an INSTEON network without having to discard all their existing X10 devices. X10 ready means that it can respond to X10 commands from an X10 controller. Please note that INSTEON devices repeat INSTEON signals but not X10. The ICON Lamp Dimmer is not X10 scene compatible.

    Non-Volatile Memory
    All ICON Lamp Dimmer settings are stored in non-volatile memory and are not lost during power failures. Additionally, in the event of a power loss, the ICON Lamp Dimmer will return to its last brightness level when power is restored.

    Certifications and Warranty
    All ICON products are safety approved. The factory for SmartLabs Design products is ISO9002 certified. In order to meet the ISO 9002 standards, the entire factory underwent rigorous inspections of procedures and policies before being certified. The certification received was based on its dedication to high-quality management systems and strict adherence of quality control systems and guidelines. Because of this, Smarthome stands behind the entire ICON line of products with a full 1-year warranty.

    Specifications

    Specifications

    General
    Brand:INSTEON
    Manufacturer Product No.:2856D2B, ICON Lamp Dimmer
    UPC891114000297
    Warranty1 year
    Operation
    Status LEDAmber
    On-Levels32
    Combo Mode Message OrderINSTEON, INSTEON cleanup, X10
    Preset On LevelYes - levels from 1% to 100%
    Local ControlLoad sensing (can be disabled)
    Setup MemoryNon-volatile EEPROM
    INSTEON Features
    INSTEON Addresses1 hard-coded out of 16,777,216 possible
    INSTEON Links30
    INSTEON Powerline Frequency131.65 KHz
    INSTEON Minimum Transmit Level3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms
    INSTEON Minimum Receive Level1 mVpp nominal
    INSTEON Messages RepeatedYes
    X10 Features
    X10 Primary Address1 optional (comes unassigned)
    X10 Scene AddressesN/A
    X10 Status ResponseSupported
    X10 Resume DimSupported (by setting X10 Primary Address On-Level to zero)
    X10 Powerline Frequency120 KHz
    X10 Minimum Transmit Level3.2 Vpp into 5 Ohms
    X10 Minimum Receive Level10 mVpp nominal
    X10 Messages RepeatedNo
    Mechanical
    Operating ConditionsIndoors, 32 to 104°F, up to 85% relative humidity
    Dimensions4.0" H x 2.5" W x 1.5" D
    Weight5 oz
    Electrical
    Supply Voltage120 Volts AC +/- 10%, 60 Hertz, single phase
    Surge ProtectionMOV rated for 150 Volts
    Power Plug2-pin polarized
    Controlled Outlet2-pin polarized
    Pass-through OutletNo
    Load TypesPlug-in incandescent lighting devices
    Maximum Load150 Watts
    CertificationSafety tested for use in USA and Canada (ETL #3017581)


    Reviews

    71 Ratings
    5 star: 61%  (43)
    4 star: 23%  (16)
    3 star: 6%  (4)
    2 star: 3%  (2)
    1 star: 8%  (6)
    Average Customer Rating
    (71 customer ratings)
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    RAEFORD -- clover, SC   4/7/2011
    Works fantastic!
    VINCENT -- oak harbor, OH   3/19/2011
    Work as designed. No problems
    PIERRE -- carleton place, ON   2/17/2011
    Installed quickly and easily. Switching from X10 to Insteon and it is great that all the insteon devices can handle both technologies at the same time. Make the transition seamless and allows for older technology to work with thenew.
    JIM -- el dorado hills, CA   2/10/2011
    great product and great service!
    ROSE -- sunnyvale, CA   8/5/2010
    It worked exactly as specified.
    DAVID -- kirkland, WA   1/18/2010
    I have most of my lights controlled by Insteon. I added this module to control my retro Lava Lamp.
    BILL -- howell, MI   1/18/2010
    I have tens of these thru out the house and the system works great.
    BRUCE -- austin, TX   10/18/2009
    Bad News: Reliability is terrible. My original Icon Dimmer failed after a few weeks and the replacement failed after a few weeks. Good News: Smarthome honored the warranty quickly both times. The installation, setup, replacement, setup, replacement, setup were simple and straightforward. Regarding Overall Value: This latest Icon Dimmer has worked perfectly for 3 weeks. If it pulls the mean-time-between-failures above 3 months, I'll raise my rating to 5 stars.
    DANIEL -- towson, MD   10/6/2009
    Works as expected.
    JOHN -- los gatos, CA   9/5/2009
    Works great love the fade on and off
    GEORGE -- midland, TX   7/23/2009
    Little pricey, but cool. Works reliably.
    BOB -- decatur, GA   7/16/2009
    Product performs well. I get about two years of daily use with these units before they give up the ghost. Longevity seems to be a function of current load.
    STEVEN -- austin, TX   7/6/2009
    Works exactly as advertised. Easy to set up, works consistently.
    TOM -- tulsa, OK   4/10/2009
    WORKS LIKE ADVERTISED
    ANDREW J -- guildford, XX   12/31/2008
    Nice product, does what it is advertised to do, good price.
    KATHRYN -- rockford, IL   12/4/2008
    Works, reliably.
    JAMES -- st charles, MO   2/29/2008
    Has worked flawlessy and was easy to install
    MAURO -- winnipeg, XX   10/1/2007
    I have a problem with these units as there does nto seem to be a way to set them up so once turned off, they will not allow the lamp to turn on again unless you enable them again. But currently if you disable them and then switch the lamp off then on, the lamp will come on again. I feel this should definitely be an option as for my purposes I require a control that will not come on again unless setup to do so.
    JOSEPH -- floral park, NY   5/28/2007
    I used this to add in a table lamp into my constantly expanding home automation system...
    MARK -- murrieta, CA   4/25/2007
    The Insteon products work great, can't wait to retrofit my house.

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