Popp

Rain Sensor

SKU: POPE700168

Quickstart

This is a ****

Measuring Sensor Device
for
Europe.

To run this device please insert fresh *2 AAA** batteries.

Please make sure the internal battery is fully charged.

Pushing the Z-Wave button on the device adds (includes) or removes (excludes) the device from/to the Z-Wave network. To reach this button remove the electronics module, unscrews the battery holder to reach the electronics below the battery block.

Important safety information

Please read this manual carefully. Failure to follow the recommendations in this manual may be dangerous or may violate the law.
The manufacturer, importer, distributor and seller shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from failure to comply with the instructions in this manual or any other material.
Use this equipment only for its intended purpose. Follow the disposal instructions.

Do not dispose of electronic equipment or batteries in a fire or near open heat sources.

What is Z-Wave?

Z-Wave is the international wireless protocol for communication in the Smart Home. This
device is suited for use in the region mentioned in the Quickstart section.

Z-Wave ensures a reliable communication by reconfirming every message ( two- way
communication) and every mains powered node can act as a repeater for other nodes
( meshed network ) in case the receiver is not in direct wireless range of the
transmitter.

This device and every other certified Z-Wave device can be used together with any other
certified Z-Wave device regardless of brand and origin as long as both are suited for the
same frequency range.

If a device supports secure communication it will communicate with other devices
secure as long as this device provides the same or a higher level of security.
Otherwise it will automatically turn into a lower level of security to maintain
backward compatibility.

For more information about Z-Wave technology, devices, white papers etc. please refer
to www.z-wave.info.

Product Description

This device measures the rain level on a certain position. The device is IP55 rated and can be used outside the home in the garden or on any other place exposed to rain. The device has a funnel on the top-side that will collect the rain on a certain diameter. The internal mechanics and electronics counts the rain level and will report it every about 4″ minutes if and only if there is rain. ” The device also monitors a heavy rain condition (10 l/sqm within 5 minutes) and will send out alarm messages when detected.
A request from the controller will be answered depending on the wake-up interval delayed by the Z-Rain.

Prepare for Installation / Reset

Please read the user manual before installing the product.

In order to include (add) a Z-Wave device to a network it must be in factory default
state. Please make sure to reset the device into factory default. You can do this by
performing an Exclusion operation as described below in the manual. Every Z-Wave
controller is able to perform this operation however it is recommended to use the primary
controller of the previous network to make sure the very device is excluded properly
from this network.

Reset to factory default

This device also allows to be reset without any involvement of a Z-Wave controller. This
procedure should only be used when the primary controller is inoperable.

Push the button inside the device for at least 10 seconds

Safety Warning for Batteries

The product contains batteries. Please remove the batteries when the device is not used.
Do not mix batteries of different charging level or different brands.

Installation

The device consists of three pieces. The base (1) contains the gauge and a indicator to place it on a flat surface. The electronics block (2) is snapped into the base and a hood (3) covers the case and provides the funnel to collect the rain. Simple close-wise turning mounts and unmounts the hood. Before using the device the batteries need to be inserted into the electronics block. For this the device needs to be opened and the electronics block removed. Once the battery is installed the electronics block need to be placed into the base:

1. The flat side of the electronics block needs to be towards the gauge.
2. You need to push the two snap-in noses from the electronics block away to keep the block tight to the base and to avoid any water leckage.

The base can now be placed on a flat surface. If the surface is not flat – ” e.g. on soil? the device still must stand even to ensure correct measurement of the rain.

Note: Before the unit is ready for use, please remove the transport lock (small white cushions under the rocker)

Inclusion/Exclusion

On factory default the device does not belong to any Z-Wave network. The device needs
to be added to an existing wireless network to communicate with the devices of this network.
This process is called Inclusion.

Devices can also be removed from a network. This process is called Exclusion.
Both processes are initiated by the primary controller of the Z-Wave network. This
controller is turned into exclusion respective inclusion mode. Inclusion and Exclusion is
then performed doing a special manual action right on the device.

Inclusion

1. Open the hopper

2. Remove the transport lock

3. Open the battery compartment and insert the batteries.

4. Press the button once with a paper clip.

Exclusion

1. Open the hopper.

2. Open the battery compartment.

3. Press the button once with a paper clip.

Product Usage

Once the device is included and placed on the right spot it will report the rain level and alert on heavy rain. The max. precision of the rain meter is 3,5 mm rain per hour.” Please not that the first measurement result right after start of rain may be inaccurate due to the measurement principle. The device counts full buckets of water and the filling level of the bucket prior to the start of rain is undetermined.

Maintenance:
Depending on the environment the device may get dirty over time. Please check the interior of the device frequency to remove old leafs and dirt that may cause incorrect measurements.

Node Information Frame

The Node Information Frame (NIF) is the business card of a Z-Wave device. It contains
information about the device type and the technical capabilities. The inclusion and
exclusion of the device is confirmed by sending out a Node Information Frame.
Beside this it may be needed for certain network operations to send out a Node
Information Frame. To issue a NIF execute the following action:

Push the Z-Wave button once

Communication to a Sleeping device (Wakeup)

This device is battery operated and turned into deep sleep state most of the time
to save battery life time. Communication with the device is limited. In order to
communicate with the device, a static controller C is needed in the network.
This controller will maintain a mailbox for the battery operated devices and store
commands that can not be received during deep sleep state. Without such a controller,
communication may become impossible and/or the battery life time is significantly
decreased.

This device will wakeup regularly and announce the wakeup
state by sending out a so called Wakeup Notification. The controller can then
empty the mailbox. Therefore, the device needs to be configured with the desired
wakeup interval and the node ID of the controller. If the device was included by
a static controller this controller will usually perform all necessary
configurations. The wakeup interval is a tradeoff between maximal battery
life time and the desired responses of the device. To wakeup the device please perform
the following action:

Push the Z-Wave button once

Quick trouble shooting

Here are a few hints for network installation if things dont work as expected.

1. Make sure a device is in factory reset state before including. In doubt exclude before include.
2. If inclusion still fails, check if both devices use the same frequency.
3. Remove all dead devices from associations. Otherwise you will see severe delays.
4. Never use sleeping battery devices without a central controller.
5. Dont poll FLIRS devices.
6. Make sure to have enough mains powered device to benefit from the meshing

Firmware-Update over the Air

This device is capable of receiving a new firmware ‘over the air’. The update function
needs to be supported by the central controller. Once the controller starts the update
process, perform the following action to confirm the firmware update:

Push the Z-Wave button” twice

Association – one device controls an other device

Z-Wave devices control other Z-Wave devices. The relationship between one device
controlling another device is called association. In order to control a different
device, the controlling device needs to maintain a list of devices that will receive
controlling commands. These lists are called association groups and they are always
related to certain events (e.g. button pressed, sensor triggers, …). In case
the event happens all devices stored in the respective association group will
receive the same wireless command wireless command, typically a ‘Basic Set’ Command.

Association Groups:

Group NumberMaximum NodesDescription

Configuration Parameters

Z-Wave products are supposed to work out of the box after inclusion, however
certain configuration can adapt the function better to user needs or unlock further
enhanced features.

IMPORTANT: Controllers may only allow configuring
signed values. In order to set values in the range 128 … 255 the value sent in
the application shall be the desired value minus 256. For example: To set a
parameter to 200 it may be needed to set a value of 200 minus 256 = minus 56.
In case of a two byte value the same logic applies: Values greater than 32768 may
needed to be given as negative values too.

Parameter 1: Rain Counter

This values shows the total count of rain from the moment of inclusion in mm water level. By writing this value this counter can be reset.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 2: Rain Start Command

This BASIC Set Command value is sent out into Association Group 2 when the device detects start of rain
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 99

SettingDescription

Parameter 3: Rain Stop Command

This BASIC Set Command value is sent out into Association Group 2 when the device detects stop of rain
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 4: Meter Multiplier

This multiplier allows to adapt the display to certain controllers not being able to handle very low numbers.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 5: Heavy Rain

This threshold defines when a heavy rain condition is hit. In most countries this is defined as > 15 mm rain per hour. The default value however is to turn this function off.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 255

SettingDescription

Parameter 6: Heavy Rain Start Command

This BASIC Set Command value is sent out into Association Group 3 when the device detects start of heavy rain
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 99

SettingDescription

Parameter 7: Heavy Rain Stop Command

This BASIC Set Command value is sent out into Association Group 3 when the device detects stop of heavy rain
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Technical Data

Supported Command Classes

• Sensor Multilevel
• Meter
• Association Grp Info
• Device Reset Locally
• Zwaveplus Info
• Configuration
• Manufacturer Specific
• Powerlevel
• Firmware Update Md
• Battery
• Wake Up
• Association
• Version

Controlled Command Classes

• Basic

Explanation of Z-Wave specific terms

• Controller — is a Z-Wave device with capabilities to manage the network.
  Controllers are typically Gateways,Remote Controls or battery operated wall controllers.

• Slave — is a Z-Wave device without capabilities to manage the network.
  Slaves can be sensors, actuators and even remote controls.

• Primary Controller — is the central organizer of the network. It must be
  a controller. There can be only one primary controller in a Z-Wave network.

• Inclusion — is the process of adding new Z-Wave devices into a network.

• Exclusion — is the process of removing Z-Wave devices from the network.

• Association — is a control relationship between a controlling device and
  a controlled device.

• Wakeup Notification — is a special wireless message issued by a Z-Wave
  device to announces that is able to communicate.

• Node Information Frame — is a special wireless message issued by a
  Z-Wave device to announce its capabilities and functions.

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