Miro Questions

Watt Stopper's Miro uses digital radio frequency (RF) communications to control dimmers or switches located throughout a house, without control wiring. Miro dimmers or switches are wired in place of existing switches, using the same two line-voltage wires, the dimmer has a built-in radio receiver that accepts signals from wireless master controllers. Each Miro product has both a transmitter and receiver: when a scene button is pushed the master controller radios commands to the assigned Miro dimmer and switches; the dimmers and switches then radio back to confirm that loads have been switched on. Master controls are wall mounted and do require power. However, table top and dimmer modules for plug-in lamps are available. RF signal repeaters are located throughout the house to boost the system signal. Add the new Architectural wiring devices and face plates to complete the look. Advantages of Miro Builders, Lighting Designers, Contractors and Home Owners recommend Miro for it's ease of installation for either new construction or retrofit. Miro RF was named the 2005 Product of the Year by Electronic House Magazine. The system is 100% reliable, quiet and does not require labor-intensive wiring, thus allowing the owner to assign zones and set dimming scenes as often as needed: simply pressing and holding buttons on the master keypad and then switching dimmer switches on to assign loads, then adjusting the light to desired levels. Miro is beautiful for scene settings, and functional for family security......once installed you'll wonder how you ever lived without it. If you sell your house or apartment it makes a great value added feature to your property, or you can simply disconnect it and take it with you. Q1: What is Miro? Miro is a whole-home dimming system that uses radio frequency communication. Miro helps manage and monitor house lighting for convenience, security, and energy savings. Miro sets the mood for daily activities by recalling lighting scenes. Miro uses radio signals for communication, which means the system is installed without any additional wiring. Q2: Is Miro a power line carrier product? No, Miro is not a power line carrier product. Power line carrier products utilize the house wiring for communication purposes. Miro uses radio signals. Therefore, Miro is not susceptible to other household product cross talk through the power lines, which can cause interference or erratic system behavior. Q3: What kind of special wiring do I need for the Miro system? None! Miro utilizes similar technology to a portable phone so that no extra wires are needed for the system to work. SYSTEM RELIABILITY Q4: Do other radio frequency devices inadvertently turn on my Miro system? No. Watt Stopper has built in multiple safeguards to ensure that Miro will not accept stray signals. Rigorous testing and proven installations have demonstrated that Miro RF technology is completely reliable. Q5: Will the Miro system interfere with other equipment in my house? No, Miro uses a dedicated frequency and will not interfere with remote controls, cellular/portable phones, or other wireless devices. Q6: What happens to a Miro system after a power outage, or if I unplug a master control? Nothing. Miro utilizes a memory chip, which maintains all system programming and addressing for such an event. Furthermore, after a power outage, Miro power failure memory restores the system to its pre-outage state. In other words, if the lights were off before the power outage, they will stay off when power is restored. If lights were on, they will come back on to the same level.

SYSTEM LAYOUT Q7 What are the system limits for Miro? A Miro system can have almost a limitless number of Dimmers and Switches and 2 system Repeaters. The minimum number of components is 3 ie a dimmer or switch, repeater and master controller. Q8: What does the Miro Repeater do? Why do I need it? You need the Miro Repeater because it performs four important functions. The Repeater ensures that the system communicates reliably and maintains the signal range. The Repeater enables the programmer to set-up the system and diagnose problems. The Repeater gives each home a unique digital code. The Repeater allows the homeowner to add controls in the future. Q9: Where should the Miro Repeaters be located? All Miro Devices (Master Controls, Dimmers, Interfaces, etc.) must be within 100 feet of a Repeater in any direction, including up and down. (This does not include Accessory Dimmers or Accessory Switches, which can be located anywhere.) The Miro Repeaters can be placed under sofas, in closets, or on top of furniture in order to reach all devices on different floors. Repeaters must be within 100 feet of each other. Q10: How big of a house can Miro cover with the specified 100 foot range of the Repeater? 5,000-10,000 sq ft coverage with 2 system repeaters. Q11: What does the Miro Switch control? A Miro Switch will switch 8A of permanently installed lighting loads, including incandescent, magnetic or electronic low-voltage, fluorescent, neon/cold-cathode, and high-intensity discharge. Q11: Can I expand my Miro system after it has been installed and programmed? Yes, you can add all types of Miro devices at any time. However, they must be within the appropriate distance of a Repeater. SYSTEM INSTALLATION Q12: Are Miro Dimmers and Switches difficult to install? No, Miro Dimmers and Switches are easy to install. Miro Dimmers and Switches can replace existing switches and wire just like standard wall switches. Q13: What is the difference between a Room Button and a Scene Button on a Master Control? Room Buttons are used to turn room lights on and off with the touch of a button and to monitor room light status from an entryway or bedside. Scene Buttons are used to activate whole-home or individual room lighting scenes by turning on one or more lights to the levels you preset. Q14: How do I program a Master Control? Miro Master Controls are programmed manually by pressing the desired Master Control button and walking around the house to set dimmers and switches to desired levels. It is just that simple, and described in the Miro Setup Guide. No computer is required and changes can be made at any time! Q15: Where can I get more Miro technical information? For more information, please visit the Watt Stopper website at www.wattstopper.com