Electrical Solutions Guide

Electrical Solutions Guide
Welcome
This guide from Schneider Electric is
designed to help you make informed
decisions about the electrical needs
for your home.
Contents
Introduction2-3
Safety in the Home4-5
Energy Efficiency Options6-9
The Smart Home
LexCom Multi-Room Audio
10 – 11
12– 13
LexCom Home Premium Network
14 EPIC Organiser
15
Wiser Home Control
16 – 19
Match your décor20
Push for a change
22
Saturn OneTouch
23
Saturn 250V
24 – 25
Modena 800 Series
26 – 27
Strato 800 Series
28
Slimline29
600 Series
30
Classic (C2000)
31
Metal Plate
32
Heritage33
Checklist
34 Kitchen35
Bathroom/Ensuite36
Living room
37
Dining room
38
Bedroom39
Office / Study
40
Hallway/Stairway41
Outside42
Garage / Workshop Choose your OWN style
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44-48
How to make it happen
49
Schneider Electric Websites
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Introduction
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With a little planning you can provide
for all your electrical requirements now
and in the future
This guide delivers you many options for your home, all of which
have been designed to enhance your lifestyle. From safety, security,
convenience, style and designs, you can be sure to find something
that is perfect for you, your home and your budget.
We understand that building or renovating your
home is a daunting task and there is always so
much to do; so many decisions to make. However,
your electrical requirements are one area that you
truly can’t afford to overlook. Spending the time
and money to get everything right from the start will
avoid a lot of expense, frustration and the need to
rewire later on down the track.
Considering the future
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Consider multiple furniture layouts in living
areas and bedrooms. As an example you
may want to rearrange the furniture in your
lounge, but discover that the wiring for your
TV or stereo system is on the other side of the
room from its new position. To avoid unsightly
extension leads, use structured cabling and
plan for outlets in several locations.
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If members of your family have special needs,
consider styles of switches and socket outlets
that are easy to use, and place them in
positions that best cater for their requirements.
>>
You may not own them now, but think of what
electrical appliances you may want in the
future and where they would be located.
>>
Don’t forget about the many options that are
available beyond your electrical switches and
sockets. Home automation and home audio
systems can also add to the convenience,
security, safety and entertainment factors of
your home.
Starting out
When first approaching your electrical plan,
consider these basic tips:
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Utilising different colours and plate finishes
can change the whole look of your home.
>>
When selecting your socket outlets, try to be
consistent with their orientation (i.e. vertical or
horizontal) throughout your home.
>>
Position light switches conveniently for when
you’re entering or leaving rooms, and when
locating light switches beside doorways take
care to note which way the door swings so
your switch is not obstructed when the door
is open.
>>
Light dimmers are great additions to those
areas of the home where it’s desirable to
create different moods with lower
light level
Picture
to
settings.
>>
Switches don’t always have to be next to
the appliance they’re controlling. They may
be better placed in the most conveniently
accessible location.
FREE Electrical Project Planner
>>
be
>>
You will find in the back of this guide, a
planner to select the switches and sockets
advised
you choose to best fit your home. The planner
includes colour options and configurations
available.
There is also a copy for yourself and a
removable copy to give to your electrical
contractor.
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Remember to
consider and discuss
energy efficient
options with whoever
is overseeing the
electrical installation
— by including these
options now, it will
save you money in the
future.
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Safety in the home
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Protect you and your family
When planning to build or renovate your home, safety is one area
that must not be compromised. Installing safety products will
ensure you and your family are protected.
Safety for your family – Smoke alarms
Peace of mind for parents – Shuttered sockets
Smoke alarms are essential warning devices in
every home, providing early indication of fire and
minimising the chance of property damage or loss
of life.
Many Schneider Electric sockets feature inbuilt
shutters which effectively close off the socket
pinholes when a plug is removed. This additional
protection provides peace of mind for parents with
toddlers, who may try inserting a foreign object into
the socket.
Interconnected dual power supply alarms give
superior protection. When fire is detected by
one alarm, all the connected alarms in the house
will sound.
Protect yourself against electrocution
– Safety switches / RCDs
Frayed cords, faulty wiring, dampness and other
hazards can contribute to a potentially lethal
situation. Fortunately, Residual Current Devices
(commonly known as RCDs or safety switches)
offer personal protection against electrocution by
cutting off the power within just a few thousandths
of a second.
Various models suit different applications –
from switchboard mounted products for home
protection, outdoor extension leads for power
tools, and RCD power points for bathrooms.
Protect your electronic devices
– Surge arrestors
Power surges of various degrees are unavoidable in
the delivery of electricity to your home. Depending
on the type, duration, and size of these surges,
irreparable damage can be done to unprotected
electronic equipment such as computers,
televisions, and stereos. Insurance companies
often exclude any such damage in their policies.
It is recommended to have coarse or medium surge
protection on all circuits in the distribution board,
with additional fine surge protection provided at the
power point on selected circuits.
Further protection from electric shock –
Waterproof switches
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Safety tip: All RCDs
have a test button.
Please test them
regularly to ensure they
are working correctly.
Waterproof switches provide further protection
from electric shock in case a family member
touches a switch using wet hands. These products
are ideally suited for light and appliance switches
in kitchens, bathrooms, en suites and laundries.
Waterproof switches are also ideal for outdoor
applications.
Turn your home into a safe haven
– PIR Sensors
Sensor controlled lights add convenience and
safety to your home. Outside, they light up paths
and driveways, and inside they are great for
stairwells and bathrooms, turning lights on as and
when required.
For more on PIR Sensors see page 8.
– Outdoor Sensors
The new 754 Series Outdoor Infrascan range is an
exciting addition offering a brand new look that is
not only unique, but also oozes style and quality.
The Outdoor Infrascan range won't leave you in
the dark. Each motion sensor unit comes complete
with integrated lamps, and is available in spotlight,
twinspot and floodlight configurations. Great for
welcoming guests and deterring criminal activities.
Best of all the range is packed with features. For
more see page 9.
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Energy
Efficiency
Options
Homes
6
+
Smart products
=
Lower running costs
Improve your electrical savings
Make the most of your energy and save money on electrical bills,
without compromising your lifestyle or the look of your home.
See the following page for product solutions that can help you
achieve these energy savings in your home.
You can greatly improve your electrical savings by attending to your lighting, heating, and ventilation separately, or an integrated
approach through Wiser Home Control.
With Wiser Home Control, all of the controlled lights and electrical devices in a home are networked together. This allows them to
interact with each other and operate within preset parameters or schedules based on time of day, natural light level, occupancy,
or temperature. See pages 16 to 19 for further information on Wiser Home Control.
Check out these potential savings
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potentia
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Timer switches
Dimmers
Using a timer to turn the towel rail
on for two hours per day drops the
consumption rate having it running
continuously.
Using a dimmer for
just 50% of the time
to reduce illumination
to half brightness can
save you money.
Modena 800 Series
Timer Switch
Modena 800 Series
Dimmer Module
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Outdoor sensor lights
Sunset switches
An outdoor sensor turns your outdoor
lights on only when required, even
when triggered throughout the night,
you can save by not having them on
continuously.
Sunset switches
automatically adjust
to daylight saving
and gradual seasonal
changes.
Savings examples…
All savings are estimates only and are based on an electricity tariff rate of 22c per kilowatt hour.
Actual energy and cost savings will depend on individual usage patterns and local conditions.
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Your home is where you have the greatest control
over your environmental impact – in the home’s
construction, fittings that go into it, and also in your
actions – how you use and maintain it.
Create warmth and comfort –
Heating and cooling
Save power – Lighting control and
motion sensors
Heating your living spaces is one of the biggest costs
in any home, particularly during those cold winter
months.
Save power by installing motion sensors in key
locations which will automatically turn the lights on
when someone approaches, and switch them off
again if nobody remains in the area for a period of
time. Both ceiling and wall mount versions are
available.
Heating rooms individually is an excellent way of
increasing your energy efficiency overall – why waste
power heating unoccupied areas such as guest
rooms or rumpus rooms?
Ceiling fans assist with heating and cooling
by improving the efficiency of heaters and
air conditioning.
An in-line exhaust fan can be installed for venting
heated air from one room to another. This heats an
additional room with the warm air that rises and
becomes trapped near the ceiling of another. In the
reverse situation, they can also be used to draw cold
air into a room.
Set the mood – Dimmers
Dimmers are a great way of creating a mood or
atmosphere, and lower light settings will reduce your
energy consumption. This is an easy place to start
making savings.
Modena Series
Dimmer Switch
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Infrascan Ceiling
Mounted Motion
Sensor
Lighting control – Timers
Consider timers which restrict energy use for
underfloor heating, towel rails, spas and other high
load applications where considerable savings can
be made. A timer will allow you to schedule these
to run during low tariff rate periods, or when your
family is normally home.
Adjust your lighting for seasonal changes –
Sunset switches
By using a light sensor, sunset switches will turn
lights on once the natural illumination drops below
a certain level. Ideal for bulkhead lights, paths and
driveways, as they automatically adjust for changes
in season or daylight savings. Some also feature
inbuilt timers for even greater savings potential.
Modena Series
Timer Switch
WP Series Daylight
Sensor With Timer
Outdoor sensors
Schneider Electric’s new Outdoor Infrascan range
won’t leave you in the dark. Each motion sensor
unit comes complete with integrated lamps, and
is available in spotlight, twinspot and floodlight
configurations.
754 Infrascan sensor lights and accessories
provide convenience and peace-of-mind to any
homeowner and support saving energy at the
same time.
Besides the stylish new look and design, here are
some of the great new features:
Integral override facility
All units feature an integral override facility. With
the flick of a switch, the integral override allows
for both everyday and special use functions. Set
to Automatic mode for standard passive infrared
motion sensing.
Built-in sunset switching function
will increase to full brightness, then return to the
set dimming level when the timer expires.
Adjustable beam focus
All units in the range incorporate adjustable lamps,
allowing the light to be re-directed to the area that
requires illumination.
Wireless accessory kit
All units available in the range may be operated in
conjunction with the Wireless Accessory Kit (sold
separately). The accessory upgrade kit is battery
powered and retro-fittable – no extra wiring is
required.
Simply plug in the external RF Transmitter to the
floodlight and the portable Chime Receiver will
alert you to any external activation of the floodlight.
Alert tones are programmable by the user and
include a variety of sounds such as Chimes,
Knock-Knock, Ding-Dong, Sonar and even a
Barking Dog.
Selected units feature a fully functional Sunset
Switch capability, automatically turning on the
lights at dusk. Includes a separate user-adjustable
timer setting to control how long the lights stay on
(up to eight hours).
Plus, this range includes all the standard
features you should expect:
Courtesy light / dimmer facility
> Simple to install, quick-fit mounting base
Selected units feature a Courtesy Light function.
Dimming technology incorporated within the
unit allows lighting to be activated at dusk, to a
dim level set by the user, welcoming visitors and
guests. When the unit detects movement, lighting
> Customisable detection area
> Up to a 180° field of view
> 12m detection range
> 3 wire design
> IP44 weatherproof rating
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The
Smart Home
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Your Smart Home Solutions
> LexCom Multi-Room Audio
What is multi-room entertainment?
Enjoy and control your favourite music, in any room throughout the home.
A LexCom Multi-Room Audio Entertainment System gives the freedom and
flexibility to access and control audio and video equipment independently
in every room.
> LexCom Home Premium Network
What is a VDI system? (Voice, Data and Image)
A VDI System provides the infrastructure to support and share various
media.
>>
Voice as in telephony
>>
Data as in computer interconnectivity (networking)
>>
Image as in video, whether it’s terrestrial TV, pay TV or DVD
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For more information,
please refer to
page 12 –13
*
For more information,
please refer to page 14
Transform your new home into an entertainer’s dream.
> EPIC Organiser
Entertainment, Power, Information, Connectivitiy.
EPIC is a single, simple connection panel for modern home entertainment
requirements. Providing one total port to dock all your digital technology
needs.
*
For more information,
please refer to page 15
Such components available to include into your EPIC panel are ports for:
Laptop computers, internet access, iPod, MP3 players, DVD/CD players
and more.
EPIC's plug and play accessibility will save you time and minimise technical
issues in your home environment.
> Wiser Home Control
Intelligent lighting control at your fingertips.
The Wiser Home Control Automation system can set the brightness of
every light circuit in the home, monitor and keep the temperature in every
room at the ideal level for absolute comfort, energy efficiency, and much
more.
*
For more information,
please refer to
page 16 –19
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LexCom Multi-Room Audio
Multi-Room Entertainment System
Hi-Fi Sound
Enjoy entertainment the way it should be throughout
your entire house – either listening to music, or
enjoying a movie in any room you choose.
Using specially matched components, the system
delivers hi-fi quality sound from ceiling speakers
or on-wall speakers. Alternatively, conventional
speakers can be used via the unique zone amplifier
module.
Why choose LexCom Multi-Room Audio?
>>
Full control, with or without keypads
>>
Integrated 5.1 surround sound options
>>
Audio and video distribution solutions
>>
Single-source or multi-source
>>
Active in-ceiling speakers or conventional
wall speakers
>>
And… it’s simple to use!
Plug in your hi-fi, MP3 player, TV, home theatre
system, or PC into the wall sockets and listen
to high quality sound. Control up to six different
music or video sources – in any room of your
house.
Simple Elegance
Discreet in-ceiling or on-wall speakers combine
with stylish keypads or touchscreens giving you no
more stacks of unsightly separate hi-fi boxes, room
cluttering speakers and irritating cables.
Infrared (IR) controlled speakers are ideal for rooms
where keypads are not required. The IR function
allows full control of your system and connected
equipment using the ultra stylish, full function
remote control.
Elegant on-wall
amplified speakers.
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Expandability
You can use your existing equipment…
Thanks to the modular design, the system can be
as simple or as comprehensive as desired. Add
extra zones, or video capability as and when you
need it. Cat 5 wiring throughout means pre-wiring
for services you want to consider at a later date is
cost-effective and retro-fitting is an easy task.
LexCom Multi-Room Audio is designed as a ‘plug
and play’ system which is compatible with almost
any equipment with a line out and preferably a
remote control, such as a CD player, Tuner, DVD
player and satellite. Plug in and immediately hear/
see and control the system throughout your home.
Cinema Surround Sound
Cutting edge technology and efficiency
With a source such as a DVD player or another
AV source with built-in 5.1 decoder, you can use
LexCom Multi-Room Audio ceiling speakers to
reproduce 5.1 cinema surround sound, using a
dedicated Home Cinema Connection Plate.
LexCom Multi-Room Audio technology delivers the
optimum amount of power to each active speaker –
ensuring consistent high fidelity audio performance
is maintained throughout the installation.
Programmable Volume, Bass & Treble
Each active speaker can be programmed to suit
your needs. Adjustments to bass or treble can be
made to suit the listening environment. Soft start
for main and local sources can be programmed
along with maximum volume level.
Simple push button keypads through to touchscreen controls, whatever the system you choose,
LexCom Multi-Room Audio is easy to use and
lifestyle enhancing for all the family.
Lifestyle enhancing
The LexCom Wireless Commander, is an elegant
touch screen handset providing seamless, simple
control of home automation devices. The Wireless
Commander enables room by room control of
various devices from music and video with ‘status
feedback’ of your selection to lighting and heating
control.
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LexCom Home Premium Network
In the living room
... even in the kitchen
Your living room is your entertainment hub, and
LexCom Home Premium Network enhances the
usability of the AV and entertainment equipment it
contains. You can distribute your DVDs or satellite
TV channels to each TV outlet in the home and
have control from wherever you watch.
With LexCom Home Premium Network you’ll have
the infrastructure to check your email while you
wait for the microwave, search the Web for a recipe
that can be printed on the home office printer,
watch the DVD movie playing in the lounge room,
or just catch the evening news.
LexCom Home Premium Network lets you connect
your game consoles to the internet, your home
theatre PC to your media server, and your Sky
decoder to your phone line. The flexibility that the
LexCom Home Premium Network provides doesn’t
tie you to one particular room layout either – outlets
can be changed from one signal type to another
in seconds.
In the home office
The ability to maintain your productivity and
privacy in your home office is seamless, thanks to
dedicated internet access, phone lines and a local
area network.
Whether you use your home office full-time, or
simply need a place to track your household
finances, LexCom Home Premium Network gives
you the infrastructure you need to take care of your
business, with the same performance levels that
you would expect from an office.
In the kids’ rooms
For complete peace of mind you can comfortably
monitor your baby’s nap from a TV in another
room.
In her room, your daughter watches a movie
that is playing on the lounge room DVD player.
Meanwhile, your son is in his bedroom researching
his homework assignment on the internet.
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The heart of the LexCom Home Premium Network is its unique structured cabling system. Its primary objective: to provide high
bandwidth, quality video, voice and high speed data all within the comfort of your home. Pre-wiring your home for converging
technologies with LexCom Home Premium Network structured cabling is the first step to enhancing your entertainment and
communications experience. It will transform your home into a multimedia haven and due to its unique construction and
specification that meets and exceeds the Cat6 standard, it will increase the resale value of your home, providing a convincing
edge when it comes time to sell. It’s time to introduce your family to smart living with the simplicity of LexCom Home Premium
Network – just connect and go.
Because the principles of the LexCom Home Premium Network system are founded on the single network cable used to distribute
all signals around the home, LexCom Home Premium Network promises amazing flexibility as it is simple to change any outlet in any
room to receive whichever incoming signal you require. A telephone outlet can easily be switched to receive TV or broadband
within seconds.
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Epic Organiser
Entertainment, Power, Information, Connectivity
A great way to make
a modern home more
enjoyable
EPIC is a single, simple connection panel for modern
home entertainment requirements, provides one
total port to dock all your digital technology needs
into the TV and stereo including:
>> Lap top computers
>> Internet and email access
>> iPhone / iPod
>> MP3 players
>> Digital cameras and digital video – view pictures
and video through your TV
>> DVD/CD player
>> Gaming consoles (PlayStation, Xbox).
Epic’s plug & play accessibility will save you time
and minimise technical issues in your home
environment.
Add a touch of style anywhere in your rooms
With EPIC’s installation-friendly design, you can
have absolute control of where the EPIC Organiser
should be placed in order to impress at first sight
on entering the room. You can also choose a place
that is the most convenient for you to use. Not only
do you add an extra element of style to your interior
décor, the superb quality finish, choice of colours
and materials also guarantee the EPIC Organiser
will look at home in all living spaces. You’ll love its
appearance as much as its functionality.
The EPIC Organiser even features a changeable
faceplate. So if you decide to change your décor,
you can change the faceplate to match. The unit
is tough and easily cleaned – you couldn’t ask
for more.
Faceplate options
Modules available
2 Module
White Glass
Black Glass
3 Module
4 Module
5 Module
Stainless Steel Finish
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Take control
by simply being Wiser
Wiser Home Control makes technology in your home easier by providing seamless control of music, home
cinema, air conditioning, lighting, sprinkler systems, curtains and shutters, security systems... you name it.
Usable anytime, anywhere, even while you are away from home. Via preset shortcuts or direct control with
the same look and feel control interface from a light switch, a touch screen, a home computer, or even from
your mobile phone or flat screen TV, there is no wiser way to enjoy 24 / 7 homewide connectivity, comfort and
convenience, entertainment and peace of mind!
So take control and enjoy every minute of your life by simply becoming Wiser!
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It’s simpler than you think!
The comfort and convenience that comes
from complete control
With Wiser Home Control, you can operate almost
any device in your home, from almost anywhere via
touch screens, wall switches, web tablets, remote
controls, mobile phones, computers, even via your
TV! What’s more, not only can you do it while at
home, but also via the internet on your mobile
phone while you’re away. Whatever you want,
whenever you want it, wherever you are!
Surround yourself with peace of mind
Safety and security are the two key qualities that
will ensure you achieve all-inclusive peace of mind
in every corner of your life. Wiser interconnects
your lights, alarms, web camera, mobile phones
and the internet, so you can live life safe in
the knowledge that your home and family are
protected at all times.
Entertainment that follows you around
Transform your living room into a home theatre by
simply activating the ‘Home Theatre’ scene. Also,
with your Wiser-connected Multi-Room Audio
system, your favourite music travels with you
between every point at home without skipping
a beat.
The limitless possibilities that open up when
you are fully connected
With Wiser Home Control, you can use your
mobile phone to remote monitor and control your
home at anytime, it simply connects you to the
world far beyond the physical boundaries of your
home. Stay close to your loved ones at home and
the world outside no matter where you happen
to be!
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The limitless possibilities that open up
TV
Scene
TV Scene
• Lights slowly fade down.
• Curtains close.
• Flat screen TV turns on.
• Media Centre and surround sound
system power up.
Remote
monitoring &
control
Remote Monitoring and Control
• Security system armed.
• Lights turn on to deter intruders.
• Priority email sent to home owners.
• Web cameras can be checked by
internet or mobile phone.
• Lights can be turned off.
• Alarm can be reset.
Party Scene
• Music turns on in the family room,
kitchen and patio.
• ‘Party’ play list starts playing on the
MP3 player.
• Garden lights and water feature turn on.
• Ceiling fans turn on above outdoor
dining table.
• Spa heater and pool pump start.
Goodnight Scene
• Lights off.
• Blinds and curtains close.
• Standby devices off
(e.g. TVs, DVD players, etc).
• AV and music off.
• Security on night mode.
• Air-conditioner off or set back.
Good Morning Scene
• Bed lamp fades up.
• Music fades up.
• Blinds open.
• Security disarmed.
• Air-conditioner on (if required).
Vacation Scene
• Lights and appliances turn off.
• Curtains close.
• Security armed.
• Automatic events to give house a ‘lived in’ look:
– Lights on and off
– Music on and off
– Curtains open and closed
– TV on and off.
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when you are fully connected
Intermission
Scene
Intermission Scene
• Pause the movie.
• Fade up the lamp.
• Turn on the kitchen lights.
• Adjust the air-conditioner temperature.
• Check web cameras or video door entry.
• Press ‘Resume’ and the lights fade and
the movie starts again.
Dining Scene
Goodbye Scene
Dining Scene
• Dims the lights over the dining table.
• Turns on the Multi-Room Audio system.
•S
elects some cool jazz from the
MP3 player.
• Closes the blinds.
• Lights off.
• Lamps off.
• Standby devices turn off
(e.g. TVs, washing machines, etc).
• Air-conditioner off.
• Music-off.
• Security armed.
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Match your
décor
It is often assumed that there are
no options outside the standard white
plastic switch. Nothing could be further
from the truth!
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Push for a change with IMPRESS
Bringing a whole new innovation to your electrical installation
Schneider Electric has again redefined the wall switch with the introduction of the IMPRESS range of push-button mechanisms.
>>
Stylish
With its own blue LED indication and
minimalistic profile, the new IMPRESS
range blends in with existing push-button
technologies found in the home or office.
>>
Practical
The LED can be set to show when the power
is on, great for when the light being controlled
is in another room e.g. garage, or as a
location aid in the dark.
>>
Unique
IMPRESS push-button technology provides
a uniquely different look and action from
conventional rocker switches.
>>
Reliable
IMPRESS push-buttons produce a smooth,
consistent and quiet, quick-switching action
with every push; and the same reliability as
traditional switches.
>>
Functional
With a 20A, 16AX rating, IMPRESS is also
suitable for controlling fluorescent, energy
saving and halogen lighting.
>>
Renovate
The IMPRESS range suits most existing
switch plates allowing you to modernise the
look of an interior at a fraction of the cost.
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Saturn™ OneTouch
75mm
31.6mm
In touch with your style. One touch control.
The stylish Saturn range of switches has now been extended to include the
new electronic Saturn OneTouch range. Designed to complement the Saturn
250V range, the benefits of Saturn OneTouch include a glass-look fascia,
advanced touch sensitive interface, cool blue LED indicator and an audible
on/off tone.
116mm
5.75mm
9.8mm
12mm
Saturn OneTouch is a revolutionary range of ultramodern electronic switches
and dimmers that incorporate touch sensitive technology. One touch of the
wall switch will turn the light on, and an extended touch will dim your lights up
or down. The LED indicator shows you which switch is in use – and falls back
to a subtle glow when the light is off.
Saturn OneTouch is available in Pure White (PW) or Ocean Mist (OM) colour
ranges.
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Saturn 250V
75mm
31.6mm
Desire the look. Have it all.
The unique Saturn 250V collection has an elegant glass look and complements
modern surfaces in kitchens, bathrooms and family areas. Available in pure
white, ocean mist, horizon black and horizon silver colour variants.
116mm
5.75mm
9.8mm
12mm
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The collection offers a range of electrical accessories that are perfectly matched
to the Saturn Home Automation range, making it easy to achieve a seamless
look and enviable style. Saturn 250V also offers optional LED indication,
replacing the red indicator found on the more traditional mechanisms with a
soft blue halo effect.
Note: Horizon Black and Horizon Silver colours will be available late 2012.
Saturn 250V
116mm
26mm
Stands out from the crowd, blends in with the home
Saturn 250V sockets are available in horizontal single, double or quad
configurations allowing you to have as many or as few sockets in a room as
you require.
75mm
9.7mm
10.8mm
14.4mm
Saturn data inputs are the perfect option for anywhere you require data
connectivity around the home, in areas such as bedrooms, family rooms,
lounge rooms and the home office, without compromising your home’s
great looks.
Sockets are available in horizontal only.
Note: Horizon Black and Horizon Silver colours will be available late 2012.
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Modena 800 Series
Modena 800 Series
85mm
124mm
9mm
Drawing on Italian and European inspiration and constructed with proven
quality, the Modena range represents the next leap forward in residential
switchgear.
Nine interchangeable picture frame surround colours combine with two module
colours to give you 18 possible colour combinations. This huge palette allows
you to select the perfect match for your décor in each and every room.
The modular nature of the range allows you to create your own layouts if
required – from oversized modules that make switching a breeze, through to
customised AV plates for the home theatre enthusiast.
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Modena 800 Series Vertical
Modena 800 Series – Vertical
Available in the same colour palette as the standard Modena range, these
vertical switch plates are ideal for retrofitting into existing homes.
124mm
The subtle curves and designer shades of Modena Vertical bring a splash of
colour to your renovation project.
Clever construction means that Modena Vertical is a simple swap-in
replacement for your existing switches and sockets in most homes.
9mm
85mm
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Strato 800 Series
94.5mm
The sleek profile of Strato lends an element of sophistication to any room.
Slim flat metal picture frame surrounds combine with European style modules
to create a highly flexible system that can be tailored to your needs in any
location.
5.3mm
The finger mark resistant brushed aluminium finish tops a wall plate only 5mm
thick, lending a durable face to a modern design.
85mm
124mm
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Strato 800 Series
The modular nature of the range lets you simply add the functions you need,
in the layout that suits you best.
Slimline
®
A classic, sliced extra thin
We have taken the Classic C2000 range and sliced it extra thin! The result is
Slimline, a range of switches and sockets that are only 4mm thick (or should
we say thin), making them one of the thinnest switch plates in the world.
116mm
4mm
76mm
With Slimline, you have a comprehensive range that is unique, but still looks at
home when used with the Classic C2000 range. A range of metal plate covers
and the outstanding Chrome Shadow finish are available in the Slimline range
too. Featuring a full metal look and fingerprint resistant finish, they are sure to
add a touch of class at a fraction of what you’d expect to pay.
Sockets available in horizontal only.
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600 Series
600 Series
Locally designed specifically for New Zealand conditions from tough, durable
plastic materials that won’t discolour in our harsh sunlight, 600 Series has
been New Zealand’s most popular range of switches for more than a decade.
118mm
A proven track record for reliability and safety, coupled with a huge range of
available options has made 600 Series an almost automatic choice for homes
and offices across the country.
13mm
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74mm
Interchangeable removable metal or plastic cover plates make painting easy,
and let you create combinations that fit with any style of building.
Classic (C2000)
Nothing outclasses a Classic
The smooth curves and sleek lines of the Classic C2000 range reflect the latest
interior design trends. Remarkable and affordable, the Classic C2000 range
features a level of quality and elegance that you would expect from electrical
switches and powerpoints that cost much more.
116mm
As the metal coverplates are interchangeable with the moulded gridplates, you
can create combinations to match the particular décor theme you are trying
to achieve.
13mm
76mm
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Metal Plate
Elements of a beautiful design
The Metal Plate range, available in stainless steel or brass finishes, is the
lowest profile switch at only 1.2mm, which means they blend in perfectly. The
stainless steel switches and power outlets look superb in today’s stainless steel
kitchens, while brass models beautifully complement a more traditional décor.
85mm
1.2mm
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130mm
Heritage
Golden oldies in tune with today
The Heritage range brings together old world charm with the benefits of
today’s technology. These switches and sockets are the perfect solution for
those wishing to renovate an older style home or to complement the décor of
a new villa or bungalow style dwelling.
Unlike toggle switches of the past, Heritage offers the safety standards and
reliability of modern materials. They are even adaptable to suit TV antennas,
faxes and computers.
All metal features have been lacquered to withstand moisture and maintain
their lustre. Heritage covers are available in exquisite Polished Brass, Antique
Brass with porcelain or metal shallow base versions and can be complemented
by using pre-drilled cedar or pine mounting blocks if required.
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Your room by room guide, giving you
inspiration and advice to devise an
electrical system that will fulfil your family’s
needs, now and in the future.
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Kitchen
Recommendations:
things TO
CONSIDER:
Consider coloured coverplates to match your appliances or colour scheme
>> Install an extra
switch for the fridge
in an accessible
location so the fridge
can be turned off
without having to
pull the fridge out to
access the point it is
plugged into.
Use printed switch mechanisms to identify individual circuits or appliances
Place the oven/stove isolation switch in an easily accessible location
A sensor in the pantry is a good option, giving necessary light even when you have messy hands
Sensors can also be used to activate under-bench or floor lighting to give background lighting at night
Finishing areas well adds value, style and class to your home
The Saturn 250V range sockets and switches add that finishing touch and are well matched to a glass
splash back or cupboard front
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Bathroom/En suite
Recommendations:
things TO
CONSIDER:
Waterproof switches in wet areas provide additional protection where wet hands are likely to contact switches
>> RCD sockets
provide protection
against electric
shocks in retrofit
installations. (NB – it
is now mandatory for
all power outlets in
a new home to have
RCD protection.)
Exhaust fans will reduce condensation and dampness
Use a bathroom heater to quickly and efficiently warm the area on those winter mornings and nights
A heated towel rail adds comfort and convenience – but for efficiency ensure they’re on a timed circuit
Use illuminated light switches to make finding the switch easy in the middle of the night
Sensors can be used to activate low level under-vanity lighting – great for night time use
Mount socket outlets for dryers higher up the wall to allow for wall mounting
The Thermosafe thermal protected socket gives protection against overloading in high loading areas such
as laundries
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Living room
Recommendations:
things to
consider:
Dimmers allow light levels to be set low for watching movies, or brighter for social situations
>> Ensure your room
caters for furniture
placement changes
with TV, HDMI, AV,
Data and power
outlets.
Speaker outlet wallplates will hide home theatre cabling
Wall lighting (with dimmer control) can be used to highlight paintings and other artworks
Smoke alarms are essential in a high use room such as the living room
Surge protected sockets help prevent damage to expensive entertainment equipment
Finishing areas well adds value, style and class to your home
Future proof the positioning of your TV and entertainment centre as the room layout may change.
Remembering to add HDMI, AV, data jacks for Web, TV and Sky, will allow more flexibility for a room and
less clutter without cables being around the floor
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Dining room
Recommendations:
things to
consider:
Mood lighting
>> Ceiling speakers
allow discreet
background music
during dinner parties.
Position sockets for floor lamps and vacuuming requirements
Position smoke alarms near the kitchen
Consider the placement of phones, phone charges, computers and TV as they may be used and installed
in this room
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Bedroom
Recommendations:
things to
consider:
Place light switch and socket above the bed for easy access. However, remember your room layout may
change from time to time
>> Mains powered
smoke detectors are
essential protection
while you sleep.
Install a phone outlet close to the bed
Consider 2-way switching to control lighting from different locations
Place multiple outlets beside the bed for lamps, clocks, radios, electric blankets, etc
Strategically place light switches so dark areas can be lit before entering them
Use a sensor for your walk in wardrobe to ensure the light is not inadvertently left on
>> Think about where
your furniture will go
when planning the
room layouts, and
allow for possible
future room layout
changes.
Data AV and HDMI outlets beside the TV outlet will help as new technology progresses
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Office/Study
Recommendations:
things to
consider:
Power fluctuations can damage your electronic equipment. Minimise your risk with surge protected
power outlets
>> Carefully consider
your data and
telephone
requirements – use
multiple outlets
where workstations
will be located now
or in the future.
Don’t overload your socket outlets with extension boards – use quad powerpoints to accommodate printers,
faxes, and other office equipment
Think of how the room’s use may change over time – include TV outlets and consider wiring for audio
Where will the router/modem be located? Will this be hard wired or wireless?
With the use of HDMI and USB sockets, cables can now be hidden inside the walls keeping work areas
clear of clutter
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Hallway/Stairway
Recommendations:
things to
consider:
If you have underfloor heating, a 24 hour timer can make your energy usage more efficient
>> Use sensors at each
end of the stairs or
hallway to ensure
good lighting without
the need to flick a
switch (great for
when your arms
are full).
To avoid accidentally switching off of outside sensor lights, install switches with hinged lids
Remember to position outlets in the right locations to make vacuuming easy
Finishing these areas well adds value and style to your home
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Outside
Recommendations:
things to
consider:
Weatherproof outdoor sockets always find a use – garden powertools, BBQ rotisseries, garden lighting,
or working on the car
>> Sunset switches
can make drive and
path lights more
efficient by ensuring
they only work when
it’s dark.
Install PIR sensors in entranceways for ease of access at night
Be sure to choose appropriate lighting. Halogen lights, floodlights and spotlights all offer distinct looks
and features
Consider adding outdoor speaker outlets for entertaining, power outlets for heating, and a garden lighting
circuit. Adding these at the beginning of your build means this can be used at a later date without having
to drill holes in external walls
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Garage/Workshop
Recommendations:
Things to
consider:
Remember if you have (or plan to have later on) an electric door opener, you’ll need a power socket in
the ceiling to cater for it
>> Multiple RCDs in
your distribution
board will minimise
the risk of having
all your lighting
and power circuits
disabled in the event
of tripping.
15A sockets are useful for high load machinery such as welders, blast heaters, and large saw benches
Quad power outlets are excellent for the workshop where many devices need to be plugged in simultaneously
Use a momentary switch that matches those in the rest of your house to control your garage door opener
Consider installing a PIR sensor to activate a welcoming light at night
Position sockets for that extra fridge or freezer
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Choose your
OWN style
Make your selection by ticking one of
the ten style options, then tick your
preferred colour option
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Your electrical product selection:
Product
Saturn OneTouch
Coverplate colour options
Module type options
Ocean Mist
Pure White
Pushbutton module type only available
Ocean Mist
Pure White
Refer page 24-25
Horizon Silver
Horizon Black
Pushbutton module type only available
Horizon Black and Silver colour options will be
available late 2012
Modena 800
Series
White
Red
Black
Champagne
Refer page 26
Charcoal
Gunmetal
Blue
Platinum
Refer page 23
Saturn 250V
Pushbutton
Rocker
Rocker available in 5 sizes
– please discuss with your
electrical contractor
Module shown is size: Standard
Chrome
Modena
Vertical 800
Series
Refer page 27
White
Red
Black
Champagne
Charcoal
Gunmetal
Blue
Platinum
Pushbutton
Rocker
Rocker available in 5 sizes
– please discuss with your
electrical contractor
Module shown is size: Standard
Chrome
Strato 800
Series
Brushed Aluminium
Pushbutton
Refer page 28
Rocker
Rocker available in 5 sizes
– please discuss with your
electrical contractor
Module shown is size: Standard
Slimline®
White
Brushed Brass
Refer page 29
Black
Chrome Shadow
Brushed Aluminium
Gold
600 Series
White
Brushed Bronze
Refer page 30
Black
Stainless Steel
Pushbutton
Rocker
Pushbutton
Rocker
Pushbutton
Rocker
Pushbutton
Rocker
Polished Brass
Classic
White
Brushed Brass
Refer page 31
Black
Gunmetal
Brushed Aluminium
Metal Plate
Solid Brass
Refer page 32
Stainless Steel
Heritage
Polished Brass
Refer page 33
Antique Brass
Rocker module type only available
Notes (more note space on the following page)
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Notes
tipS:
>> Use this section
to list any smart
home (page 10-19)
additions you would
like to include or any
other requirements.
>> Don’t forget
to include
smoke alarms!
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Contractor Copy
Your electrical product selection:
Product
Saturn OneTouch
Coverplate colour options
Module type options
Ocean Mist
Pure White
Pushbutton module type only available
Ocean Mist
Pure White
Refer page 24-25
Horizon Silver
Horizon Black
Pushbutton module type only available
Horizon Black and Silver colour options will be
available late 2012
Modena 800
Series
White
Red
Black
Champagne
Refer page 26
Charcoal
Gunmetal
Blue
Platinum
Refer page 23
Saturn 250V
Pushbutton
Rocker
Rocker available in 5 sizes
– please discuss with your
electrical contractor
Module shown is size: Standard
Chrome
Modena
Vertical 800
Series
Refer page 27
White
Red
Black
Champagne
Charcoal
Gunmetal
Blue
Platinum
Pushbutton
Rocker
Rocker available in 5 sizes
– please discuss with your
electrical contractor
Module shown is size: Standard
Chrome
Strato 800
Series
Brushed Aluminium
Pushbutton
Refer page 28
Rocker
Rocker available in 5 sizes
– please discuss with your
electrical contractor
Module shown is size: Standard
Slimline®
White
Brushed Brass
Refer page 29
Black
Chrome Shadow
Brushed Aluminium
Gold
600 Series
White
Brushed Bronze
Refer page 30
Black
Stainless Steel
Pushbutton
Rocker
Pushbutton
Rocker
Pushbutton
Rocker
Pushbutton
Rocker
Polished Brass
Classic
White
Brushed Brass
Refer page 31
Black
Gunmetal
Brushed Aluminium
Metal Plate
Solid Brass
Refer page 32
Stainless Steel
Heritage
Polished Brass
Refer page 33
Antique Brass
Rocker module type only available
Notes (more note space on the following page)
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Notes
tipS:
>> Use this section
to list any smart
home (page 10-19)
additions you would
like to include or any
other requirements.
>> Don’t forget
to include
smoke alarms!
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How to make it happen
Now that you’ve worked through the ‘Electrical Solutions Guide’ and have some great ideas on how to make your
electrical installation work for you, you’ll need to know who to talk to in order to make it happen.
Your next step depends on how you have arranged to build or renovate your home. There are three possible scenarios.
You may have:
1. Contracted a builder
2. Engaged a design professional
3. Taken on the role of owner/builder
>> 1
You’ve contracted a builder to build or renovate
your home
The next step is to speak to your builder; they may
handle the process in one of three ways.
You’ve planned your dream home and have contracted
the builder. The builder may already have a licensed
electrical contractor to do their electrical work. If not,
you will need to find a licensed electrical contractor.
>>
They might refer you to a licensed electrical
contractor who will walk you through the plan and
tailor it to suit your lifestyle and needs.
>>
They might have a selection centre where you
can see lots of different electrical products and
solutions. Ask to go through the ‘Electrical
Solutions Guide’ with the selection centre
consultant.
>>
They might not encourage changes to the plan. If
you’d like changes, you can ask to speak to their
licensed electrical contractor to find out the costs
of a tailored plan.
The basic wiring plan
In most cases, the builder will have a standard
electrical plan of your home.
Expanding the wiring plan to meet your needs
Having worked through the ‘Electrical Solutions
Guide’, you’ll have ideas on how you want to tailor
your home’s electrical plan.
>> 2
You’ve engaged a design professional to design
and build your home
A design professional will design, and may supervise
the building of your home or renovation. They’ll talk
with you about your lifestyle and the location of your
rooms. They will provide your licensed electrical
contractor with a plan. The contractor will complete
the wiring installation that best suits your new home
or renovation.
Design professionals with excellent
electrical knowledge
including items you’ve selected from the ‘Electrical
Solutions Guide’. You may find it useful to include your
licensed electrical contractor in the discussions. Your
licensed electrical contractor will then draw up the
electrical plan based on your needs and preferences.
Design professionals with limited
electrical knowledge
If your design professional is not familiar with what’s
available, ask to get a licensed electrical contractor
involved. This can really save you time in the long run.
They’ll discuss the options with you (room by room),
>> 3
You’re taking on the challenging role of
owner / builder
So you’ve decided to supervise your building project
yourself. In this case you will need to find a licensed
electrical contractor. Discuss your needs and
preferences identified from the ‘Electrical Solutions’
Guide with them.
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www.schneider-electric.com/nz
A few clicks is all it takes to easily find products and solutions
The features in this site include:
>>
Information on our energy efficiency programs
>>
Email our Customer Care Centre directly from the site with any
questions you have.
>>
Regular updates on new offers, solutions and regulation changes
>>
You can also link through to our residential offer sites
(www.pdl.co.nz and www.clipsal.co.nz) where you will find
the latest news and information in electrical solutions and
where you can download our product brochures.
These sites are continually developed to provide you with the very
best electrical industry information.
To find out more
Simply contact our Customer Care Centre on 0800 652 999
or discuss with your electrical contractor.
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