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OVERVIEW
The WSXA Family of wall switch occupancy sensors provides simple and cost effective solutions for
commercial and residential lighting control applications. All WSXA Family sensors have a stylish low
profile appearance, soft-click buttons, and provide small motion detection up to 20 ft (6.10 m), making
them perfect for private offices, private restrooms, closets, copy rooms, or any other small enclosed
space. Additionally, all WSXA Family sensors have a patent-pending wiring method that enables them to
function either with or without a neutral connection. WSXA 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. WSXA Series
Wall Switch Sensor
MULTI-WAY (MWO)
Our new WSXA MWO series allows for multi-location On/Off or 0-10 dimming up to 9 devices (2 device
limit when neutral-less wiring used) on a single traveler.

FEATURES
• Single Pole devices can be programmed with Sensor Switch VLP app or traditional push button
programming
• WSXA MWO can be used in conjunction with sPODMRA MWO
• Devices can be spaced up to 250 ft with MWO option
• MWO option support up to 9 additional MWO enabled devices (2 neutral-less) on a single traveler
• Compatible w/LEDs, electronic & magnetic ballasts, CFLs, & incandescents
• 100% passive detection, no potential for interference with other building systems
• Small motion detection to up to 20 ft, Large motion detection up to 36ft
• Push-button programmable without removing cover plate - adjustable time delays & operating modes WSXA/WSXA MWO WSXA D/WSXA MWO D
• Dual technology (PDT) utilizes PIR/Microphonics™ detection (patented) On/Off
Single Relay
On/Off/Dimming
Single Relay
• Device accommodates powering over ground or neutral connection (patent pending)
• Fully meets NEC 2017 Section 404.2C neutral requirements - no current leakage to ground when
connected to neutral
• Line power and load wires are interchangeable - impossible to wire backwards (patented)
• Integrated Photocell (disabled by default) prevents light from turning on if sufficient daylight is
present
• New aesthetic with vandal resistant lens

ADAPTIVE DAYLIGHT HARVESTING (ADH)

With Sensor Switch’s Adaptive Daylight Harvesting (ADH), automatic
AMPLE DAYLIGHT

dimming has never been more reliable - even in a wall switch. DAYLIGHT SET-POINT

It works by establishing two state change set-points; daylight and

DIMMING
RANGE

darkness. The light level in the space will then be automatically DARKNESS SET-POINT

maintained by intelligently controlling the dim level of the WSXA 2P FAN

electric light source. Set-points can be established using the NO DAYLIGHT On/Off Dual Relay
“Set Now” option or programmed using desired light levels as / KEY LIGHTS FULL ON LIGHTS FULL DIM
measured in foot candles (fc).

Warranty
Five-year limited warranty. This is the only warranty provided and no other statements in this specification
sheet create any warranty of any kind. All other express and implied warranties are disclaimed. Complete
warranty terms located at: www.acuitybrands.com/support/warranty/terms-and-conditions
Note: Actual performance may differ as a result of end-user environment and application.
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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CAN BE USED TO
COMPLY WITH 2019

*See ordering tree for details

DIMMER CONTROL
DEVICE REQUIREMENTS

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ORDERING INFORMATION
WSXA Single Pole Example: WSXA MWO PDT D WH

Series Option Detection Mode eldoLED Dimming 7 Operating Mode 3

WSXA Wall Switch Sensor [blank] Passive [blank] none [blank] On/Off [blank] Automatic on (default) or Vacancy
(Occupancy and Daylighting) Infrared (PIR) EZ 2 eldoLED Driver D Dimming SA Manual On (default) or Automatic On
WSXA MWO WSXA with Multi-way PDT Dual Compatibility VA Vacancy
Operation Technology
ASL 3,4 Automatic Start Level 5VDC

Voltage Color 5 Max Dim Level 6,7 Min Dim Level 6,7 Temp / Humidity

[blank] 120-277 VAC WH White AL Light Almond [blank] 10 VDC [blank] 0 VDC 4V 4 VDC [blank] Standard
347 347 VAC IV Ivory BK Black 9H 9 VDC 1V 1 VDC 5V 5 VDC LT Low Temp/ High Humidity
GY Gray RD Red 8H 8 VDC 2V 2 VDC 6V 6 VDC
7H 7 VDC 3V 3 VDC

Notes:
1 Max Dim Level default set to 9.1VDC. Min Dim Level default set to 1.5VDC. 5 Matching wall plate provided for 120-277 VAC units.
2 EZ only available with D option. 6 Only available with D option.
3 Operating Modes re-programmable via push-button except for VA version. 7 Minimum order qty of 30 units for Max or Min Dim Level settings. Additional time may be required.
4 Not available with EZ, Max Dim, or Min Dim Level. Also requires the D option.

WSXA 2P Example: WSXA 2P FAN WH LT

Series Option Detection Mode Poles Fan 2 Operating Mode 3

WSXA Wall Switch Sensor [blank] Passive Infrared(PIR) 2P 1 2 Poles [blank] No Fan [blank] Pole 1 auto-on
(Occupancy and Daylighting) PDT Passive Dual Technology FAN Fan Operation Pole 2 Manual On
2SA Both poles Manual On (default)
2VA Both poles vacancy (only)

Voltage Run Time 4 Color 5 Temp/Humidity

[blank] 120-277 VAC [blank] Pole 1 Lights WH White AL Lt. Almond [blank] Standard
347 347 VAC Pole 2 Fan IV Ivory RD Red LT Low Temp/ High Humidity
ASHRT Pole 1 Lights GY Gray BK Black
Pole 2 Fan, Minimum Fan
Run Time per Ashrae 62.2

Notes:
1 2P does not have VLP functionality. 4 Only available if 2P FAN is selected.
2 If Fan Operation is selected Operating Mode must be blank. 5 Matching wall plate provided for 120-277VAC Units.
3 Operating Modes re-programmable via push-button except for VA version.

SSW Example: SSW 1GNG OCC WH

Series Number of Gangs Mount Color

SSW Sealed Screwless Wall-Plate 1GNG Single Gang [blank] Standard Wall Switch WH White
OCC Occ. Wall Switch

WALLP

Series Color Multi-Pack Size

WALLP1 Screwless Wall Plate WH White AL Light Almond M5 (5 Wall Plates)

Single Gang
IV Ivory BK Black
WALLP2 Screwless Wall Plate
Dual Gang GY Gray RD Red

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SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Input Ratings 120-277VAC, 50/60 Hz
347VAC, 50/60 Hz (with 347 option)

Output Ratings 120VAC, 800W, 6.7A - Tungsten, Standard Ballast, Electronic Ballast
277VAC, 1200W, 4.3A - Tungsten, Standard Ballast, Electronic Ballast
347VAC, 1500W, 4.3A - Tungsten, Standard Ballast, Electronic Ballast
120/277/347VAC, 1/4 HP - Motor

Relay Type Latching

Low Voltage Output Ratings 0-10VDC, Sinks <50mA

Standards/ Ratings Energy Management Equipment, UL916 (E167435)

Mechanical Dimensions 2.74”H x 1.68”W x 1.63”D (70mm x 43mm x 41mm) - does not include ground strap

Mounting Single-Gang Box

Connection Type Low-Voltage Leads, Line-Voltage Leads

Environmental Warrantied Operating Temperature 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)

Relative Humidity Up to 90%, Non-Condensing

Standards/ Ratings RoHS

COVERAGE PATTERNS
• Small motion (e.g. hand movements) TOP VIEW
detection up to 20 ft (6.10 m), ~625 ft2
• Large motion (e.g. walking) detection greater 20 6 Small
motion

than 36 ft (10.97 m), ~2025 ft2

detection
to ~20 ft

• Wall-to-wall PIR coverage

10 3
• Units with -PDT (Passive Dual Technology) SIDE VIEW

option (also called Microphonics) provide 1.2 m

4 ft

overlapping detection of human activity over 0m 3 6 9 12

the complete PIR coverage area. Advanced 0 ft 9 18 27 36
ft 0 m
012
36
9
30
6
20
3
10
0m
0 ft
3
10
6
20
9
30
12
36
filtering is utilized to prevent non-occupant Small motion
detection to ~20 ft Small motion ~40 ft coverage
noises from keeping the lights on. Large motion detection to >36 ft

• Tested to NEMA WD 7-2011

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, the unit easily converts in seconds.

Step 1: Step 2: Step 3:

Remove Yellow Loosen Screws and Connect Neutral to
Label Remove Metal Link Silver Screw and
Ground to Green
Screw

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WIRING

CONVERTIBLE NEUTRAL GROUND ONLY

SINGLE RELAY, 120-277 VAC SINGLE RELAY, 120-277 VAC

PNK GRY PNK* PNK GRY PNK*

* 0-10V Dimming Common from * 0-10V Dimming Common from
fixture may be pink or as fixture may be pink or as otherwise
otherwise indicated per section indicated per section 410.69 of the
410.69 of the 2020 NEC 2020 NEC

SINGLE RELAY, 347 VAC SINGLE RELAY, 347 VAC

PNK GRY PNK* PNK GRY PNK*

*0-10V Dimming Common from *0-10V Dimming Common from
fixture may be pink or as otherwise fixture may be pink or as otherwise
indicated per section 410.69 of the indicated per section 410.69 of the
2020 NEC 2020 NEC

SINGLE RELAY, MULTI-WAY CONFIGURATION, 120-277 VAC SINGLE RELAY, MULTI-WAY CONFIGURATION, 120-277 VAC

LOAD LOAD
PNK GRY PNK* PNK PNK GRY PNK* PNK

* 0-10V Dimming Common may be pink or as otherwise * 0-10V Dimming Common may be pink or as otherwise
indicated per section 410.69 of the 2020 NEC indicated per section 410.69 of the 2020 NEC

Notes:
WIRE COLOR KEY • All load controls act in unison • Per NEC requirements, the 0-10V violet and pink
120-277 VAC WIRING • Black wires can be used interchangeably wires must be installed as Class One.
• Violet and pink wires are not present on devices • SPODMRA MWO paired with WSXA MWO will act
BLK - Line Input accordingly with WSXA occupancy settings
without D option
BLK - Line Output • Cap off violet and pink wires if dimming • The 0-10V control wires must not exceed 250 ft
VIO - Low Voltage Dim Output (0-10 VDC) functionality is not being used (76 m) in length and must be sized at no less than
• Red Wire is not present on devices without MWO 20 AWG
PNK - Low Voltage Common • The Low Voltage Communication BUS must not
option
RED - Low Voltage Communication Wire • Cap off red wire if Multi-Way functionality is not exceed 250 ft (76 m) in length and must be sized
being used at no less than 20 AWG
• For ground Multi-Way Configurations ground must • Dimming wires from individual MWO devices
347 VAC WIRING (-347 Option)
come from same source should only connect with fixture/driver dimming
Orange (ORN) wires replace black (BLK) wires wires and never to another MWO device
• For neutral conversion Multi-Way Configurations
***Some Pink wires may come as Gray power must come from the same panel

2 POLE CONFIGURATION
120V/277V Notes:
H N • Unit will draw power from either line connection.
• When switching 277 VAC or 347 VAC on both relays, the line inputs must
be of the same phase.
WSXA (PDT) 2P • For dual relay, both relays must be fed from the same circuit.
BLU BLK

LOAD B BLU BLK LOAD A

WHT IF REQUIRED

GRN * 0-10V Dimming Common from fixture

may be pink or as otherwise indicated
per section 410.69 of the 2020 NEC

WSX Family (IS-WSXA-003)

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