User's Manual

Cooper ThinkEssential User’s Manual
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Once the software and USB stick have been installed, you can run Aspire RF
ThinkEssentials on your computer. When you run the software for the first time, you will
be presented with a few quick setup items.
Entering your license key
The license key for your software is printed on a sticker on the back of the CD jacket
accompanying its installation CD. When prompted for the license key, simply enter this
number or code and then press the “Activate” button.
Selecting the location nearest you
This copy of ThinkEssentials comes with a feature which enables you to activate scenes
or turn on or off groups at sunrise or sunset. This is called the astronomic function.
To enable ThinkEssentials to automatically adjust the sunrise and sunset time, simply
select your location during this step. Select your country first, then your state/province,
and then your city. If your city does not appear in this list, select the city nearest you
instead.
To change your location at any time, switch to the Advanced Settings tab in the
software and select the new location there.
NOTE: Sunrise and sunset times are based on your location as well as your time zone
and the current date and time. Please ensure that the correct date, time, and time
zone are selected in the Windows® “Date and Time Properties” (accessible via the
Control Panel).
Setting up your network of devices
NOTE: Setting up your network refers to assigning devices to the USB stick’s network. All
devices must be assigned to the USB stick’s network before any programming or remote
control functions can be accomplished.
NOTE: Items (such as lamps) should be plugged into Aspire RF devices before adding
devices to the network. These items should be turned to the ON position.
Adding devices to the network
1. From the design pane, press the ADD DEVICE button. The software will ask you to
press the button on the device to add.
2. Press and release the PROGRAM button on the device. If successful, the
software will indicate that the device has been successfully added. If a failure is