Introduction

The video below offers an introduction and overview of how to use the PowerLink 4. It will guide you through the initial setup, including connecting with an accessory and a switch.

Advanced Features

Linking with AbleNet Wireless Transmitters

1. Turn both the PowerLink and AbleNet wireless switch transmitter ON.
2. Press and Hold PowerLink’s Status button on the side you wish to link for 6-10 seconds until the light turns solid Green.
3. Activate any AbleNet wireless switch transmitter.
4. PowerLink’s corresponding light will blink Blue, then Green.
5. Repeat this step to link as many as 7 additional AbleNet wireless switch transmitters on that side.
6. Press and Release Status button to exit linking mode.
7. PowerLink’s corresponding light will turn off.
8. Repeat steps 2-4 for opposite side.

NOTE: Once you exit linking mode, re-initiating the linking process will overwrite all previously linked devices.

To un-link AbleNet wireless switch transmitters, press and hold the desired Status for 10-15 seconds until the light blinks Blue 3x, then Green, then off.

Modes of Control

The PowerLink control unit offers six modes of appliance control: Direct, Count, Two-Switch, Timed Seconds, Timed Minutes, and Latch. Press the “Mode” button repeatedly to cycle through the modes of control.

Direct

The Direct mode keeps the appliance(s) on only while the switch is activated. Once released, the appliance(s) will turn off.

Count

Count mode behaves like Direct mode, showing the number of activations on the Display Counter. When used with two switches, the Display Counter will reflect whichever side was most recently activated. To view either side’s number of activations, press the corresponding Status button. Press and Release the Left and Right buttons simultaneously to reset the counter back to 00.

Two-Switch

Two-Switch mode requires two simultaneous switch activations to turn an appliance on. When activated, all attached appliances will activate in Direct mode. Two switches must be attached or linked to use this mode.

Timed Seconds

The Timed Seconds mode allows the appliance to run for a preset amount of time, from 1 to 99 seconds, with a single activation. Set the desired number of seconds with the Up and Down arrows. (Press and Hold to quickly move through the numbers.) The Display Counter will show the time set and, once a switch is activated, count down to one. Press the Up or Down arrow during activation to adjust the amount of time remaining. If a second switch is activated the Display will reflect that side’s remaining time. Press either Status button to view the time remaining for that side. Note: If you do not want to wait for the set time to expire, press the Mode button to select any other mode of control, attached appliances will shut off.

Timed Minutes

This mode behaves exactly like the Timed Seconds mode, but using minutes rather than seconds.

Latch

One activation of a switch turns the corresponding appliance on; the second activation turns it off. Use the Latch mode when you want an appliance (such as a lamp) to remain on indefinitely.

Additional Resource Links

• PowerLink 4 Quick Start Guide
• PowerLink 4 Instructions for Use

Tips and Troubleshooting

Please visit the PowerLink 4 Support Hub for additional support resources. If you have any additional questions, please contact the ableCARE Product Success Team for further assistance.

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