MagIQtouch Wireless RF Controller – Installation & Key Information

Overview

Key Features

• Communicates with up to 2 Wireless Smart Controllers per system. 
• Last used controller becomes the active controller. 
• Operates the same as the current MagIQtouch wall controller. 
• Uses the same wall bracket as the wired version. 
• Wireless range: Up to 100m line of sight from RF receiver. 
• Powered by 4x AA batteries (average life: 1–1.5 years). 
• Designed for replacement installations where wiring is problematic. 
• Utilizes RF channel hopping technology for optimum performance. 
• Lower installation costs – no need for wiring in wall cavities. 

Installation Guidelines

Important Warnings

• Do NOT install the RF receiver outdoors. 
• Do NOT wrap excess cable around the receiver. 
• Do NOT extend the receiver cable. 

• CRITICAL: 
  • Do NOT mount the RF receiver under the lid inside the heater. The metal cabinet will act as a shield and block the signal, causing communication failure. 
  • Do NOT mount the RF receiver inside the cooler. Electric motors and electronics inside the cooler will cause RF interference, leading to communication failures. This is also another reason why installation inside the heater is prohibited.   

Pairing Process

Pairing First RF Controller

1. Install batteries in the Wireless Smart Controller. 
2. Cycle power to the appliance to activate discovery mode. 
3. Press Home button on the controller within 8 minutes. 
4. Follow on-screen instructions to complete pairing. 

Pairing Second RF Controller

1. Install batteries in the second Wireless Smart Controller. 
2. Cycle power again to reactivate discovery mode. 
3. On the second controller, select “Additional Controller” from pairing options. 
4. Complete the installation wizard. The second controller will show as inactive until activated

Important Considerations for RF with TQ Heaters

• You cannot control temperature in individual zones using MagIQtouch RF (wireless) controllers. 
• Maximum of 2 RF controllers per system – last controller touched becomes active. Two RF controllers are only recommended in non-zoned systems. 
• In a zoned ducted heater system, 2 RF controllers are not practical as both must be in the common zone to monitor and regulate temperature. 
• We recommend only 1 RF controller for zoned heating systems. 
• RF zoned systems should be treated the same as a single wired controller zoned system (temperature controlled in the common zone where the controller is located). 
• If you need to monitor temperature in multiple zones, use multiple wired MagIQtouch controllers or a wired MagIQtouch with slave air sensors

Battery Information

• Use only good quality Alkaline or Lithium AA batteries. 
• Do NOT use rechargeable batteries. 
• Expected battery life: 1–1.5 years under normal use. 

Wireless Range

Troubleshooting

• If the controller displays “Lost Communication”, check: 
  • RF signal strength. 
  • Battery condition. 
  • Receiver placement.   
• If pairing fails: 
  • Cycle power to initiate 8-minute discovery mode. 
  • Ensure no more than 2 controllers are paired.