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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The WSD is a stylish, easy to install, and simple to use Wall Switch Decorator style
Passive Infrared (PIR) sensor. It is ideal for private offices, copy rooms, closets, or WSD WALL SWITCH SENSOR w/
CONVERTIBLE NEUTRAL / NO NEUTRAL WIRING,
any small enclosed space without obstructions. A user programmable time delay
ensures that once the room is vacated the sensor will time out and turn off the lights. FAMILY PASSIVE INFRARED (PIR) or DUAL TECH (PDT)

Additionally, the WSD sensor has several On Modes and Switch Modes that can be
programmed using the front push-button. For rooms with obstructions, the Dual
Technology WSD PDT Series sensor is recommended. Additionally, all WSD Family
sensors have a patent-pending wiring method that enables them to function either
with or without a neutral connection. WSD units come pre-configured for wiring
without a neutral; however, if connection to neutral is required by code, contractors
can convert the unit in seconds (see page 3).

All WSD Family sensors utilize 100% digital Passive Infrared (PIR) detection.
Dual Technology (PDT option) versions add Microphonics detection and are
recommended for offices and rooms with obstructions. Additional versions include
units with dual relays - perfect for bi-level applications, or bathrooms with a light
and a fan.

SENSOR OPERATION — WSD sensors detect changes in the Passive Infrared (PIR)
energy given off by occupants as they move within the field-of-view. In an Auto-On WSD
sensor, once occupancy is detected, an internal relay switches on the connected WSD 2P
WSD PDT WSD PDT 2P
lighting load. In a Vacancy (Manual On) sensor, the unit’s push button must first be
pressed to initiate the lights on. In a dual relay sensor, once occupancy is detected
the unit will automatically close Pole 1’s relay while still requiring Pole 2’s push- KEY OPTIONS
button be pressed in order to close Pole 2’s relay. All modes are user adjustable (see
On Modes setting). VACANCY OPERATION (SA and VA)
Increased energy savings and required by many codes
• The unit’s push button must first be pressed to initiate the lights on
After the lights are turned on, an internal timer keeps them on during brief periods • SA version can be reprogrammed to Auto-On operation
of inactivity. Once the time delay has expired, lights are turned off automatically. • VA version operates in Manual On mode only
The default time delay is 10 minutes - chosen in order to maximize energy savings
while preventing false-offs. This timer is programmable from 30 seconds to 30
minutes, and is reset every time occupancy is re-detected. Patented LampMaximzer DUAL RELAY (2P, 2P-SA, and 2P-VA)
technology is also present in these sensors, providing an additional minimum on Ideal for bi-level switched rooms or restroom with light & fan
time (disabled by default) to be utilized if desired. • Includes two isolated relays, Pole 1 defaulted to Auto-On, Pole 2 to Vacancy
• Enables separate time delay per pole - programmed via each pole’s push-button
• UL listed to switch different loads per pole - e.g. 277 VAC lights on Pole 1 and 120
WSD sensors with Passive Dual Technology (PDT option) first see motion using VAC fan on Pole 2
Passive Infrared (PIR) and then engage Microphonics to listen for sounds that also • 2P-SA and 2P-VA versions are factory set with both poles set to manual on
indicate continued occupancy. This patented technology dynamically adapts a
sensor to its environment by filtering out constant background noise and detecting
only noises typical of human activity. LOW TEMPERATURE / HIGH HUMIDITY (LT)
Required for cold or humid areas
• Device electronics are coated for corrosion resistance
• Operates down to -40º F/C (-4º F / 20º C for PDT)

FEATURES
• 100% digital PIR detection - excellent RF immunity • Ultra low current leakage (<0.5 mA) when • Photocell standard (disabled by default) - prevents
connected via ground lights from initially turning on if sufficient daylight
• Small motion detection to 20 ft is present, but does not turn lights off. Photocell not
• Fully meets NEC 2011 Section 404.2C neutral available in Vacancy only versions.
• Dual Technology (PDT) utilizes PIR / Microphonics requirements - no current leakage to ground when
detection (patented) connected to neutral • Integrated LampMaximizer minimum on time
(patented) provides increased fluorescent lamp life -
• 100% passive detection, no potential for • Line power and load wires are interchangeable - disabled by default
interference with other building systems impossible to wire backwards (patented)
• Non-volatile settings memory
• Self-grounding mounting strap • Compatible w/ LEDs, Electronic & Magnetic Ballasts,
CFLs, & Incandescents • Available in 5 colors (White, Ivory, Gray, Light
• Green LED status indicator Almond, and Black)
• Push-button programmable without removing cover
• Device accommodates powering over ground or plate - adjustable time delays & operating modes • Includes matching wall plate
neutral connection (patent pending)

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OPERATIONAL SETTINGS __________________________________________________________________________________________________
NOTE: (*) Indicates factory default (unless otherwise marked) Predictive Mode (setting 3) determines if a user has left the room 9 = Restore Factory Defaults
after the lights are switched off. It does this by monitoring the Returns all functions to original settings.
2 = Occupancy Time Delay space for a period after the button is pressed (Predictive Grace 1 Maintain Current* 2 Restore Defaults
Duration sensor keeps lights on after last occupancy detection. Time), following a delay to allow exiting the room (Predictive Exit
1 30 sec 4 7.5 min 7 15.0 min 13 30.0 min Time). If occupancy is detected during this period the device will 10 = Minimum On Time
2 2.5 min 5 10.0 min* 8 17.5 min disable Auto-On & hold the lights off until manually switched. If Required initial time for lamps to be on after each switch on,
3 5.0 min 6 12.5 min 9 20.0 min no occupancy is detected the sensor instantly reverts to Auto- regardless of occupancy status. Once met, lights resume
For additional time settings, contact technical support at On mode. following occupancy time delay.
1 0 min (disabled)* 3 30 min 5 60 min
1.800.PASSIVE If Predictive Mode with Expiration (setting 4) is enabled, once
2 15 min 4 45 min
3 = On Mode the sensor has disabled Auto-On it will continue to monitor the
Automatic On turns lights on when occupancy is detected. Manual On space. When no occupancy is detected for a duration equal to the 11 = Manual On Grace Period
requires a button press to turn the lights on. Reduced Turn-On directs occupancy time delay, the sensor will revert to Auto-On mode. Time period after lights automatically turn off that they can be
the sensor to initially only detect large motions, such as a person reactivated by motion. (Manual On (Semi-Auto) mode only)
1 Override Off **
entering a room. Weaker signals, such as reflections from glass, 1 0 sec 2 Unused 3 15 sec*
2 Switch Disable
are ignored. Once lights are on, the sensor returns to maximum
sensitivity.
3 Predictive Mode 12 = Dual Technology (MicrophonicsTM)
4 Predictive Mode with Expiration* Relative responsiveness of Microphonics detection. Included in
1 Automatic On 2 Manual On 3 Reduced Turn-On -PDT versions only.
* Default for WSD (PDT) units & Pole 1 of WSD (PDT) 2P units
Settings 1 & 3 not available on -VA (Vacancy only) sensors. ** Default for units with -SA or -VA options, Pole 2 of WSD 1 Normal* 3 Medium 5 Phase Off
(PDT) 2P units, and both poles of 2P units with -2SA options 2 Off 4 Low (15-10-5 min)
Notes on Default Settings
• WSD (PDT) Series default: Automatic On 5 = Photocell Set-Point 13 = Microphone Grace Period
• Default for units with -SA, -VA, or -NL option: Manual On The ambient light level at which the sensor prevents the lights Time period after lights are automatically turned off that they
• WSD (PDT) 2P Series default: Pole 1 Auto On, Pole 2 Manual from initially turning on. Once on, the lights will remain on until can be voice reactivated. Included in -PDT versions only.
• Default for 2P units with -2SA option: Both poles Manual On the occupancy time delay expires and turns them off. 1 0 sec 3 20 sec 5 40 sec 7 60 sec
1 Disabled* 3 0.5 fc 5 2 fc 7 8 fc 9 32 fc 2 10 sec* 4 30 sec 6 50 sec
4 = Switch Modes 2 Auto Set-pt. 4 1 fc 6 4 fc 8 16 fc 10 64 fc
These modes dictate switch functionality. Pressing the button 15 = Predictive Exit Time
in Override Off mode (setting 1) turns off and keeps lights off Time period after manually switching lights off for occupant to
Note: Sensor will be changed to Automatic On mode if
until pressed again. Disabling the Switch (setting 2) prevents leave the space.
photocell is enabled. LED flashes while Auto-Setpoint mode is
the button from turning the lights on. (continued next column) 1 5 sec 3 7 sec 5 9 sec 7 15 sec 9 30 sec
running. Photocell not present in -VA versions.
2 6 sec 4 8 sec 6 10 sec* 8 20 sec
7 = LED Operation 16 = Predictive Grace Time
Indicates behavior of device’s LED.
Time period after Predictive Exit Time that sensor rescans the
1 Occupancy Indication* 3 Disabled
room for remaining occupants.
1 0 sec 3 10 sec 5 30 sec* 7 50 sec
2 5 sec 4 20 sec 6 40 sec 8 60 sec
PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS _______________________________________________________________________________________
Operational settings can be changed via the push-button sequence outlined below (note the example used is for changing occupancy time delay). Programming for 2P units done with each
pole’s corresponding push-button.

1.
1. 2.
Predictive
Exit
Time
Predictive
Grace
Time

16x
Occupancy

2x
Time
Delay
e.g., press 2x for

3. Occupancy Time

On Mode
Delay
3.
4. 4.
20 min
30 min

13x
30 sec

1x 2.5 min
15x 3x
Microphone
Grace Period Switch While LED 9x 2x
13x 4x Mode
flashes
Dual back current 17.5 min 8x 3x 5.0 min
Technology 12x 5x setting 10x...
TM
(Microphonics )
PRESS BUTTON Photocell PRESS BUTTON
11x 7x Set-Pt
7x 4x
Manual On
10x 9x 6x 5x
Grace LED e.g., 5 flashes is default 15.0 min 7.5 min
Operation
Period
Minimum Restore 10 min time delay
Factory
On Time
Defaults 12.5 min 10 min
e.g., press 4x
to change
to 7.5 min

5. 5. 6. 6. Predictive
Exit
Time
Predictive
Grace
Time

16x
Occupancy

2x
Time
Delay
On Mode
7.
7.
Microphone
15x 3x
Grace Period Switch
PROGRAMMING
While LED 13x 4x Mode
LED FLASHES
flashes back new Dual CONFIRMATION
Technology 12x 5x
setting 10x... TM
(Microphonics )
PRESS BUTTON Photocell TWICE
Set-Pt
11x 7x COMPLETE
Manual On
10x 9x
e.g., 4 flashes Grace LED
Period Operation
indicates new Minimum Restore
Factory
7.5 min time
On Time
Defaults e.g., press 2x to
delay setting save and exit

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COVERAGE PATTERN TOP VIEW

• Small motion (e.g., hand movements) detection up to 20 ft (6.10 m), ~625 ft2 20 6 Small
• Large motion (e.g., walking) detection greater than 36 ft (10.97 m), ~2025 ft2 motion
detection
• Wall-to-Wall coverage to ~20 ft

• Passive Dual Technology (Microphonics) provides

overlapping detection of human activity over the 10 3
complete PIR coverage area. Advanced filtering is SIDE VIEW
utilized to prevent non-occupant noises from 1.2 m
keeping the lights on. 4 ft

0m 3 6 9 12
ft 0 m
012 9 6 3 0m 3 6 9 12
0 ft 9 18 27 36
Small motion 36 30 20 10 0 ft 10 20 30 36
detection to ~20 ft Small motion ~40 ft coverage
Large motion detection to >36 ft

CONVERSION FROM GROUND ONLY (NO NEUTRAL) TO NEUTRAL WIRING

This product is pre-configured for wiring without a neutral; however, if connection to neutral is required by code, contractors can quickly and easily convert the unit in seconds.

Step 1: Step 2: Step 3:

Remove Yellow Loosen Screws and Connect Neutral to
REMOVE
METAL LINK
IF CONNEC
Label Remove Metal Link Silver Screw and
Ground to Green Screw
TING TO
NEUTRAL

WIRING TO GROUND (NO NEUTRAL) WIRING TO NEUTRAL

SINGLE RELAY SINGLE RELAY

WIRE COLOR KEY

120/277 VAC WIRING

} N H N
GND H N BLACK* - Line 1 Input *BLACK wires
GND
REMOVE
METAL LINK

BLACK* - Load 1 Output can be reversed

IF CONNECTIN
G TO
NEUTRAL

BLK
BLK LOAD 1
BLUE* - Line 2 Input
BLUE* - Load 2 Output } *BLUE wires
can be reversed
BLK
BLK LOAD 1

347 VAC WIRING (-347 Option)

Red wires replace Black wires.
DUAL RELAY DUAL RELAY

N H GND H N N H N H N
REMOVE

GND
METAL LINK
IF CONNECTIN
G TO
NEUTRAL

BLU BLK BLU BLK

LOAD 2 BLU LOAD 1 LOAD 2 BLU LOAD 1
BLK BLK

Notes:
- Unit will draw power from either line connection.
- Both poles’ line connection must be same phase.

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SPECIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL SPECS ELECTRICAL SPECS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECS
SIZE: 2.74”H x 1.68”W x 1.63”D (6.96 cm x 4.27 cm x 4.14 cm) MAXIMUM LOAD / POLE (RELAY) OPERATING TEMP
(not including ground strap) 800 W @ 120 VAC Standard: 14º to 122º F (-10º to 50º C)
WEIGHT: 5 oz 1200 W @ 277 VAC LT Option (PIR): -40º to 122º F (-40º to 50º C)
MOUNTING: Single Gang Switch Box 1500 W @ 347 VAC LT Option (PDT): -4º to 122º F (-20º to 50º C)
MOUNTING HEIGHT: 30-48 in (76.2-121.9 cm) MINIMUM LOAD: None RELATIVE HUMIDITY:
SILICONE FREE MOTOR LOAD: 1/4 HP Standard: 20 to 75% non-condensing
ROHS COMPLIANT FREQUENCY: 50/60 Hz (timers are 1.2x for 50 Hz) LT Option: 20 to 90% non-condensing
(electronics coated for corrosion resistance)

ORDERING LOGIC
SINGLE RELAY (example: WSD PDT WH)

Series Operating Mode1 Voltage Color3 Temp/Humidity

WSD Passive Infrared (PIR) Blank Auto On (default) Blank 120/277 VAC WH White Blank Standard
WSD PDT Dual Technology or Vacancy 3472 347 VAC IV Ivory LT Low Temp
(PIR / Microphonics) SA Vacancy (default) GY Gray
or Auto-On AL Lt. Almond
VA Vacancy only BK Black

DUAL RELAY (example: WSD PDT 2P WH LT)

Series Operating Mode1 Voltage Color3 Temp/Humidity

WSD 2P Passive Infrared (PIR) Blank Pole 1-Auto On Blank 120/277 VAC WH White Blank Standard
WSD PDT 2P Dual Technology Pole 2-Vacancy 3472 347 VAC IV Ivory LT Low Temp
(PIR / Microphonics) (default) GY Gray
2SA Both Poles AL Lt. Almond
Vacancy BK Black
(defaut)

Notes:
1 Operating Modes reprogrammable via push-button except for VA version
2 Wall plates included in white or ivory only for 347 VAC units
3 Matching wall plate provided for 120/277 VAC units

C US LISTED Sheet#: TS-WSNB-001A

TITLE 24 WARRANTY
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