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Rako RMT-PILL

SKU RMT-PILL

The Rako RMT-PILL is a 250W wireless trailing-edge dimmer designed to fit in an electrical back box, for retrofitting Rako wireless (Rakom RF) control. It dims mains dimmable LED and halogen loads on commands from any Rako transmitter. With a neutral it runs from 1W to 250W and suits LED; without one it is limited to tungsten or halogen from 60W. Add an RK-HUB for app and voice control.

Manufacturer: Rako
£190.80 inc VAT

Key features

Wireless
  • Trailing-edge dimmer for mains-dimmable lighting
  • Pill-shaped in-line body
  • In-line wireless module
  • Run from the keypad; the Rako app needs an RK-HUB or WK-HUB
Product details Manual
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Why Rako RMT-PILL

Dims mains dimmable LED and halogen loads on commands from any Rako transmitter

Dimmer

A trailing-edge dimmer for LED and other mains-dimmable loads.

In-line

Sits in the ceiling void or a fitting, on a wireless Rako system. No rack in a cupboard.

Wireless

Connects over Rakom RF. The keypad in the room talks to this module without a data cable.

What the Rako RMT-PILL is

The Rako RMT-PILL is a compact 250W trailing-edge dimmer for Rako wireless systems, made to sit in a back box rather than a ceiling void. That sets it apart from the RMT-500 and RMT-1200, which are larger in-line modules. It is not suitable for inductive loads such as wire-wound transformers or motors.

Where it sits in a Rako system

The RMT-PILL responds to any Rako wireless transmitter, such as an RK-EOS-6 keypad or the RK-HUB, and holds up to 16 scenes. Program it from a Rako keypad, or with RASOFT Pro through a RAMPI or Hub. An auxiliary input can take a third-party switch for local control; enabling it needs RASOFT Pro and a RAMPI or Hub. See all Rako wireless modules.

Ratings and limits

  • With neutral: 1W to 250W, compatible trailing-edge dimmable LED or halogen
  • Without neutral: 60W to 250W, mains tungsten or halogen only
  • Not for LED without a neutral
  • Not for low-voltage or other transformer-fed lighting without a neutral

Power and connection

It runs from a 230V AC 50Hz supply, with 2-way screw terminals for input and output that take cable up to 4mm². It communicates by FM radio at 433.9MHz. Rako's RMT-PILL instruction manual covers installation, which should be done by a competent electrician.

Fitting

Rako designs it for an earthed electrical back box or conduit box, with extra space allowed for cables. It measures 50 x 50 x 19.5mm, weighs 46g and operates from +2°C to +40°C.

Guide: Rako RMT-500 vs RML-500: trailing-edge or leading-edge for UK lights?

Questions

Does the Rako RMT-PILL need a neutral?

For LED loads, yes. Without a neutral it can only dim mains tungsten or halogen, with a 60W minimum.

Does the RMT-PILL need a hub?

Not for everyday control from a Rako keypad. You need an RK-HUB for app and voice control, and a RAMPI or Hub to enable the auxiliary input.

Can I control the RMT-PILL from an ordinary switch?

Yes, through its auxiliary input once enabled in RASOFT Pro. The 2.54mm-pitch header connector is not included.

How is the RMT-PILL different from the RMT-500?

The RMT-PILL fits in a back box and is rated at 250W. The RMT-500 is a ceiling-void module rated at 500W overall.

Rako app

Scenes from the keypad, and from the phone

This product sits in a Rako system. The keypad on the wall runs the room. With an RK-HUB or WK-HUB, the same scenes also run from the free Rako app.

  • Room scenes from the keypad on the wall
  • App control once an RK-HUB or WK-HUB is on the network
  • Voice, timers and holiday mode from the Hub

The Rako app is published by Rako, and needs an RK-HUB or WK-HUB with firmware 3.7.6 or later.