Working on a Prodigy system right now where I will be installing multiple P-CBDEX keypads (some for lighting control and some for audio). The home has sheetrock up but good attic access for me to drop power to the keypads and the multiple PTL4s.

There was a previous thread, without many responses, related to powering the PTL4s and keypads by direct connecting them to the PAMP. My thought was to use 18/2 to each drop and run it back to the central closet and into the PAMP.

Would love to hear some pros and cons on this approach. The electricians on the job mentioned jumping off a local switch or receptacle but I'm inclined to keep my work separate from theirs and run back to the home run.

Thoughts?

The PAMP can handle up to 4 keypads max and the PTL4 has it's own power supply. The P-CBDEX need 110V while the P-CBDCN work off of 24v.

If your using wireless controls your power comes from the electrical box. These switches just connect to standard 120 volt wiring like a light switch.

Correct. In places where there is an electrical junction box in place with hot wire. What I am asking about is an area where there is nothing in place now. For example, the client is wanting a keypad in their master bathroom and guest room. The places where they want to put them have no electrical power at this time.

Is the best method then to jump off a nearby receptacle or switch?

Yes. My company has two different divisions. We have electrical side and AV side. If you need an electrical box put in you may want to contact an Electrical contractor. Basically all you would need is a box cut in and a wire run up to the new box.