Question 1

What happens if the power goes out?  Does the timer remember the settings, or does it reset?

Accepted Answer

I just spoke with an AUBE tech (owns Honeywell) about this astro timer on 8/07/19. He told me they use a super capacitor now that will hold the time AND program settings for a period of approximately 2 hours during a power outage. After two hours of the power being off, the time of day will need to be reset, but the program should still remain intact.

Question 2

I know it can self adjust the time based on coordinates, but can you program it to leave the lights, etc. on for only 2 hours after being turned on?

Accepted Answer

Yes,

You can program 7 separate on/off times. In my case, I have it scheduled to turn on at sunset and off at sunrise (all week). This is 1 program. I still have 6 programs remaining.

So you could schedule random on off times for any day of the week you wish. For instance, on at 8:00pm and off at mid-night (Monday, Tuesday, and Friday). This would be 1-program.

Question 3

Can it be used to replace a switch in 3-way switch

Accepted Answer

It can be used to replace a 3-way switch!  The other switch becomes unusable is my understanding though.  I installed this switch in what was a 3-way configuration using the instructions from this review of this switch: http://www.amazon.com/gp/review/R1CGCNTF3U776D?ref_=glimp_1rv_cl

Question 4

Does this require a neutral wire? I only have 2 switch wires.

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Yes, a Neutral is required.    You must have  3 wires in total.   Hot, Neutral, and Load.     You CANNOT use a ground as your Neutral.    If you are not sure which wire is wich then please consult an electrician.     Please be aware that not all switches require a Neutral.   Dumb switches only require a Hot and a Load.   Years and Years ago they only wired switches with the Hot and Load.   It was until around the 70s that the neutral was included at the switch point.  Prior it was only located at the load.    Load  = the device that you want to control with the switch such as a light, motor, etc..

ASIN	B004AP92N2
Actuator Type	Push Button
Best Sellers Rank	#204,395 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #600 in Electrical Light Switches
Brand	Honeywell Home
Brand Name	Honeywell Home
Circuit Type	1-way
Color	White
Compatible Devices	LED, CFL, incandescent, halogen, fluorescent lighting, ceiling fans, bathroom fans, pond pumps, pool pumps
Connectivity Protocol	X-10
Connector Type	Wall Switch
Contact Material	Metal
Contact Type	Normally Open
Control Method	Touch
Controller Type	Push Button
Current Rating	15 Amps
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 11,317 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00085267561280
Included Components	Programmable light switch timer, screws, anchors, installation guide
International Protection Rating	IP20
Item Dimensions	1.69 x 1.5 x 4.06 inches
Item Type Name	7-Day Programmable Light Switch Timer
Item Weight	4 ounces
Lower Temperature Rating	5 Degrees Fahrenheit
Manufacturer	Honeywell Home
Material Type	Plastic
Model	RPLS740B1008
Mounting Type	Embedded
Number of Items	1
Number of Positions	7
Operating Voltage	120 Volts
Operation Mode	ON-OFF-ON
Part Number	RPLS740B1008/U
Specification Met	cULus
Switch Type	Push Button
Terminal	Spst
UPC	085267561280
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Upper Temperature Rating	122 Degrees Fahrenheit
Warranty Description	1 Year Limited Warranty
Wattage	1800 watts

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