Vimar IDEA RF Device Mounting Frame, 2-Module, For Ocean/Bluetooth/ZigBee Radio Controls

Overview

The Vimar Idea 16527 Mounting Frame is a 2-module holder for mounting an Ocean (EnOcean), Bluetooth, or ZigBee radio control behind a Vimar Idea cover plate. The module insert mounts from the back side of the frame, and the layout supports both horizontal and vertical mounting.

It fixes in place with screws and uses a thermoplastic plastic body with an untreated surface. There is no built-in installation box and no fixing screws supplied, and it is not intended for 60 mm round junction boxes.

This listing covers the Idea 16527 frame family, with configurations that differ by visible color and the cover-plate style they pair with.

Key features

• 2-module mounting frame (module system: 2 horizontal / 2 vertical)
• Used to mount Ocean (EnOcean), Bluetooth, and ZigBee radio controls behind an Idea cover plate
• Screw-fixed mounting; module inserts attach from the back side
• Can be installed in horizontal or vertical orientation
• Thermoplastic plastic construction with untreated surface protection
• No built-in installation box and no screws included
• Not suitable for 60 mm round junction boxes, floor boxes, wall ducting, or 35 mm DIN-rail mounting

Variants

This mounting frame is available in multiple configurations to match the finish and plate style used on your panel.

Across the range, the function and mounting approach stay consistent; the color (Gray or Ivory) and the plate style (Classica or Rondo) are what change.

• VM16527.CL: Color Gray, Shape Classica. This version pairs with Classica-style cover plates so the station matches other Classica positions on board.
• VM16527.RN.B: Color Ivory, Shape Rondo. This version pairs with Rondo-style cover plates and keeps the visible finish consistent with Ivory Rondo plates.
• VM16527.RN: Color Gray, Shape Rondo. This version pairs with Rondo-style cover plates for a consistent look across Rondo stations.
• VM16527.CL.B: Color Ivory, Shape Classica. This version pairs with Classica-style cover plates and uses the Ivory finish to match surrounding plates.

Installation and setup

Plan the mounting location the same way you would for a Vimar Idea modular station. Provide a suitable mounting surface and fixing points for screw mounting, then fit the radio control/module insert from the back side of the frame before installing the matching 2-module cover plate.

On boats, place it where it will stay protected from direct spray and routine washdowns. If the location is exposed, use an appropriate enclosure strategy for the overall station since the frame itself is a mounting component rather than a sealed housing.

Compatibility and fit

This is a Vimar Idea 2-module mounting frame intended for Ocean (EnOcean), Bluetooth, and ZigBee radio control installations that complete with the correct Idea 2-module cover plate style. Match the variant to the plate family used at your station (Classica or Rondo) and to the finish you want visible on the panel.

It is not intended for 60 mm round junction boxes. Confirm your boat is using Vimar Idea modular back boxes or an equivalent mounting arrangement before ordering.

Use on board

This frame is a good match for boats already standardized on Vimar Idea plates that want a clean wall station for a compatible radio control at places like the cabin entry, berth area, or helm console. It also suits refits where you are extending a consistent switch-and-plate layout across multiple spaces on the vessel.

Maintenance and care

Wipe the visible surfaces with a soft cloth and mild cleaner. Avoid strong solvents that can haze thermoplastic parts, and re-check mounting tightness as part of normal onboard vibration and hardware inspections.

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