Remotec Universal Remote Control REM_ZRC100 Manual

: June 8, 2024
: Remotec Technology Ltd

Remotec

Remotec Universal Remote Control

SKU: REM_ZRC100

Quickstart

This is a ****

Remote Control
for
Europe.

To run this device please connect it to your mains power supply.

For Inclusion of Z-Wave devices into the remote controls network do the following steps: Press and hold the left + right arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds and select “Add Device”. For including the ZRC-100 as a secondary controller into an existing the Z-Wave network do the following steps: Bring your primary controller into inclusion mode. Press and hold the up + down arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds and select “Learning Mode” on the ZRC-100.

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 is a universal remote control with extended Z-Wave capability. The device is able to control its own Z-Wave network and works well together with IP Gateway controlling scene activation. It can control up to 12 Z-wave scenes and supports multi-channel devices e.g. door lock, window shades, thermostat, z-wave-IR extender, dimmer, switch, etc.

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.

For reseting the ZRC-100 do the following steps: Press and hold the LEFT + RIGHT arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds, select “Advanced Setup”, select “Reset to Default”, confirm the reset with the right arrow key.

Note: After reset the remote, each device should individually perform in the section on “Delete device from the network” and “Add device to the network”.

Safety Warning for Mains Powered Devices

ATTENTION: only authorized technicians under consideration of the country- specific
installation guidelines/norms may do works with mains power. Prior to the assembly of
the product, the voltage network has to be switched off and ensured against re-switching.

Installation

Remove the battery cover on the back of your remote. Insert the 4 x AAA batteries to the battery compartment according to the marks. Refit the battery cover.

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

For including the ZRC-100 as a secondary controller into an existing the Z-Wave network do the following steps: Bring your primary controller into inclusion mode. Press and hold the UP + DOWN arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds and select “Learning Mode” on the ZRC-100 to include or exclude it.

Exclusion

For including the ZRC-100 as a secondary controller into an existing the Z-Wave network do the following steps: Bring your primary controller into inclusion mode. Press and hold the UP + DOWN arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds and select “Learning Mode” on the ZRC-100 to include or exclude it.

Product Usage

The ZRC100 Remote Control has a LCD screen which showes the easy-to-use menu. The menu is controlled with arrow keys and, an OK and an BACK button. The 3 short cut keys are fully customizable and give quick access to scenes and devices.

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:

Press and hold the left + right arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds for sending a node information frame.

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:

The device can be woken up manually by pressing any button.

Quick trouble shooting

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

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

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

12| 32|
---|---|---
11| 32|
10| 32|
9| 0|
8| 0|
7| 0|
6| 32|
5| 0|
4| 0|
3| 0|
2| 0|
1| 32|

Special Operations as Z-Wave Controller

As long as this device is not included into a Z-Wave network of a different controller
it is able to manage its own Z-Wave network as primary controller. As a primary controller
the device can include and exclude other devices in its own network, manage associations,
and reorganize the network in case of problems. The following controller functions
are supported:

Inclusion of other devices

Communication between two Z-Wave devices only works if both belong to the same
wireless network. Joining a network is called inclusion and is initiated by a controller.
The controller needs to be turned into the inclusion mode. Once in this inclusion mode
the other device needs to confirm the inclusion – typically by pressing a button.

If current primary controller in your network is in special SIS mode this and
any other secondary controller can also include and exclude devices.

To become
primary a contoller have to be resetted and then include a device.

For Inclusion of Z-Wave devices into the remote controls network do the following steps: Press and hold the left + right arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds and select “Add Device”. Press the dedicated button on the target device to include it.

Exclusion of other devices

The primary controller can exclude devices from the Z-Wave network. During exclusion
the relationship between the device and the network of this controller is terminated.
No communication between the device and other devices still in the network can happen
after a successful exclusion. The controller needs to be turned into the exclusion mode.
Once in this exclusion mode the other device needs to confirm the exclusion – typically
by pressing a button.

Attention: Removing a device from the network means that it is turned back
into factory default status. This process can also exclude devices from it’s previous
network.

For Exclusion of Z-Wave devices from the remote controls network do the following steps: Press and hold the left + right arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds and select “Delete Device”. Press the dedicated button on the target device to exclude it.

Shift of Primary Controller Role

The device can hand over its primary role to another controller and become
secondary controller.

Place the two controllers close to each other.
Bring your primary controller in the dedicated mode for primary shift (or learning mode).
Press and hold the up + down arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds.
Select “Create Pri.”

There is also the posibilty to make your ZRC-100 to a primary controller.

Replicating All Network and Device Information from a Primary Controller to your ZRC-100:

Place the two controllers close to each other.
Bring your primary controller in the dedicated mode for primary shift.
Press and hold the up + down arrow keys simultaneously for 3 seconds.
Select “Learning Mode”.
LCD display OK if the learning mode is successful. LCD display ERROR if the learning mode is unsuccessful.

Management of Association in the controller

When a device is included it will be added automatically to a group in the ZRC-100.

Technical Data

Dimensions	0.0520000×0.1620000×0.0150000 mm
Weight	80 gr
Device Type	Remote Control – Simple
Generic Device Class	Portable Controller
Specific Device Class	Portable Scene Controller
Firmware Version	01.02
Z-Wave Version	03.22
Certification ID	ZC08-16010003
Z-Wave Product Id	5254.0001.8380
Frequency	Europe – 868,4 Mhz
Maximum transmission power	5 mW

Supported Command Classes

Controller Replication
Wake Up
Association
Version
Scene Controller Conf
Multi Channel Association
Manufacturer Specific

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.