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Dimmer-Control

SKU: FGD-212

Quickstart

This is a
secure
Light Dimmer
for
.

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

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

Remotely controlled light dimming module is designed to work with various types of light sources. It may be connected to two-wire or three wire configuration so it can operate with or without neutral lead. Dimmer-Control can switch or dim connected light source either through radio waves or through the wall switch connected directly to it. New Dimmer-Control is equipped with an algorithm of smart light source detection which makes configuration easier and ensures high compatibility of the device. It may be used as a switch with non-dimmable light sources (in 3-wire connection).

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.

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.

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.

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

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

1| 1| u0022Lifelineu0022 reports the device status and allows for assigning single device only (main controller by default).
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2| 8| u0022On/Off (S1)u0022 is used to turn the associated devices on/off.
3| 8| u0022Dimmer (S1)u0022 is used to set the associated devices to a certain level.
4| 8| u0022On/Off (S2)u0022 is used to turn the associated devices on/off.
5| 8| u0022Dimmer (S2)u0022 is used to set the associated devices to a certain level.

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: Minimum brightness level

This parameter is set automatically during the calibration process. The parameter can be changed manually after the calibration. The maximum brightness level (parameter 2) must be greater than the minimum brightness level (parameter 1).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 10: Timer functionality (auto – off)

This parameter allows to automatically switch off the device after specified time from switching on the light source. It may be useful when Dimmer-Control is installed in the stairway
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 11: ALL ON/ALL OFF function

Parameter allows for activation/deactivation of Z-Wave commands enabling/disabling all devices located in direct range of the main controller
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 255

SettingDescription

Parameter 12: Force auto-calibration

Changing value of this parameter will force the calibration process. During the calibration parameter is set to 1 or 2 and switched to 0 upon completion.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 13: Auto-calibration status (read-only parameter)

This parameter determines operating mode of Dimmer-Control (automatic/manual settings).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 14: Burnt out bulb detection

Function based on the sudden power variation of a specific value, interpreted as a LOAD ERROR. Parameter 15 is relevant only when parameter 58 is set to 0 and the control mode is consistent with the mode set during the calibration process (parameter 30).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 30

SettingDescription

Parameter 15: Time delay of a burnt out bulb (parameter 15) or overload

(parameter 39) detection

Time of delay (in seconds) for power variation detection, interpreted as a LOAD ERROR or OVERLOAD detection (too much power connected to Dimmer- Control).
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 5

SettingDescription

Parameter 16: Forced switch on brightness level

If the parameter is active, switching on Dimmer-Control (S1 single click) will always set this brightness level.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 17: Switch type

Choose between momentary, toggle and roller blind switch.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 18: The value sent to associated devices on single click

This parameter defines the value sent to devices associated with Dimmer- Control after its enabling
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 19: Assign toggle switch status to the device status

By default each change of toggle switch position results in action of Dimmer-Control (switch on/off) regardless the physical connection of conntacts.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 2: Maximum brightness level

This parameter is set automatically during the calibration process. The parameter can be changed manually after the calibration. The maximum brightness level (parameter 2) must be greater than the minimum brightness level (parameter 1).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 99

SettingDescription

Parameter 20: Double click option – set the brightness level to MAX

0 – double click disabled 1 – double click enabled
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 21: Command frames sent in 2nd and 3rd association groups (S1

associations)

Parameter determines, which actions will not result in sending frames to association groups. Parameter 24 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associations on switching ON or OFF Dimmer-Control (single click) will not be sent.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

0 – 16| Command frames sent in 2nd and 3rd association groups (S1 associations)
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Parameter 22: Command frames sent in 4th and 5th association groups (S2

associations)

Parameter determines, which actions will not result in sending frames to association groups. Parameter 25 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associations on switching ON or OFF Dimmer-Control (single click) will not be sent.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 23: The function of 3-way switch

Switch no. 2 controls Dimmer-Control additionally (in 3-way switch mode). Function disabled for parameter 20 set to 2 (roller blind switch).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 24: Associations in Z-Wave network security mode

Parameter 27 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that 2nd & 3rd group are sent as secure
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 15

SettingDescription

Parameter 25: Scene activation functionality

SCENE ID depends on the switch type configurations (see Table A5). Enabling scene activation functionality may cause slight delay in response to external switches and sending associations.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 26: Switch functionality of S1 and S2

This parameter allows for switching the role of keys connected to S1 and S2 without changes in connection.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 27: Load control mode

This parameter allows to set the desired load control mode. The device automatically adjusts correct control mode, but the installer may force its change using this parameter.Forced auto-calibration will set this parameters value to 2.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

SettingDescription

Parameter 28: Load control mode recognized during auto-calibration (read

only

This parameter allows to set the desired load control mode. The device automatically adjusts correct control mode, but the installer may force its change using this parameter.Forced auto-calibration will set this parameters value to 2.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 29: On/Off mode

This mode is necessary while connecting non-dimmable light sources. Setting this parameter to 1 automatically ignores brightening/dimming time settings. Forced auto-calibration will set this parameters value to 2.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

SettingDescription

Parameter 3: . Incandescence level of dimmable compact fluorescent lamps

Virtual value set as a percentage level between parameters MIN (1%) and MAX. (99%). The Dimmer-Control will set to this value after first switch on. It is required for warming up and switching dimmable compact fluorescent lamps and certain types of light sources.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 30: Dimmability of the load

his parameter contains an information about possibility of dimming the load detected during calibration procedure
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 31: Soft-Start functionality

Time required to warm up the filament of halogen bulb.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 32: Auto-calibration after power on

This parameter determines the trigger of auto-calibration procedure, e.g. power on, load error, etc.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 33: Behaviour of Dimmer-Control after OVERCURRENT or SURGE

Occuring of errors related to surge or overcurrent results in turning off the output to prevent possible malfunction. By default the device performs three attempts to turn on the load (useful in case of momentary, short failures of the power supply.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 34: Brightness level correction for flickering loads

Correction reduces spontaneous flickering of some capacitive load (e.g. dimmable LEDs) at certain brightness levels in 2-wire installation. In countries using ripple-control, correction may cause changes in brightness. In this case it is necessary to disable correction or adjust time of correction for flickering loads.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 255

SettingDescription

Parameter 35: Power limit – OVERLOAD

Reaching the defined value will result in turning off the load. Additional apparent power limit of 350VA is active by default. Parameter 39 is relevant only when parameter 58 is set to 0.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 250

SettingDescription

Parameter 36: Response to General Purpose Alarm

0 – No reaction 1 – Turn on the load 2 – Turn off the load 3 – Load blinking
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

Parameter 37: Response to Water Flooding Alarm

0 – No reaction 1 – Turn on the load 2 – Turn off the load 3 – Load blinking
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

SettingDescription

Parameter 38: Response to Smoke, CO or CO2 Alarm

0 – No reaction 1 – Turn on the load 2 – Turn off the load 3 – Load blinking
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

Parameter 39: Response to Temperature Alarm

0 – No reaction 1 – Turn on the load 2 – Turn off the load 3 – Load blinking
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 4: Incandescence time of dimmable compact fluorescent lamps

This parameter determines the time required for switching compact fluorescent lamps and certain types of light sources. Setting this parameter to 0 will disable the incandescence functionality
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 40: Time of alarm state

Time of alarm state
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 600

SettingDescription

Parameter 41: OVERLOAD alarm report (load power consumption too high)

0 – No reaction 1 – Send an alarm frame
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 42: LOAD ERROR alarm report (no load, load failure, burnt out

bulb)

0 – No reaction 1 – Send an alarm frame
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 43: OVERCURRENT alarm report (short circuit, burnt out bulb

causing overcurrent)

0 – No reaction 1 – Send an alarm frame
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 44: SURGE alarm report (Dimmer-Control output overvoltage)

0 – No reaction 1 – Send an alarm frame
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 45: OVERHEAT (critical temperature) and VOLTAGE DROP (low

voltage) alarm report

0 – No reaction 1 – Send an alarm frame
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 46: Active power reports

The parameter defines the power level change that will result in a new power report being sent. The value is a percentage of the previous report.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 10

SettingDescription

Parameter 47: Periodic active power and energy reports

Parameter 52 defines a time period between consecutive reports. Timer is reset and counted from zero after each report
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 3600

SettingDescription

Parameter 48: Energy reports

Energy level change which will result in sending a new energy report.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 10

SettingDescription

Parameter 49: Self-measurement

The Dimmer-Control may include active power and energy consumed by itself in reports sent to the main controller.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 5: Automatic control – dimming step size

This parameter defines the percentage value of dimming step during the automatic control. Automatic control is performed through:- single push-button click- double push-button click- Z-Wave control frames
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 50: Method of calculating the active power

This parameter defines how to calculate active power. It is useful in a case of 2-wire connection with light sources other than resistive. Parameter 58 is set to 0 after forced auto-calibration.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 51: Approximated power at the maximum brightness level

This parameter determines the approximate value of the power that will be reported by the device at its maximum brightness level. Parameter 59 works only when parameter 58 has a value other than 0.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 6: Automatic control – time of a dimming step

This parameter defines the time of single dimming step set in parameter 5 during the automatic control.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 7: Manual control – dimming step size

This parameter defines the percentage value of dimming step during the manual control. Manual control is performed through holding the push-button
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 8: Manual control – time of a dimming step

This parameter defines the time of single dimming step set in parameter 7 during the manual control.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 5

SettingDescription

Parameter 9: State of the device after a power failure

The Dimmer-Control will return to the last state before power failure.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Technical Data

Supported Command Classes

• Application Status
• Association Grp Info
• Association V2
• Basic
• Configuration
• Crc 16 Encap
• Device Reset Locally
• Firmware Update Md V3
• Manufacturer Specific V2
• Meter V3
• Multi Channel Association V3
• Multi Channel V4
• Notification V5
• Powerlevel
• Protection V2
• Security
• Sensor Multilevel V4
• Switch All
• Switch Multilevel V3
• Version V2
• Zwaveplus Info V2

Controlled Command Classes

• Basic
• Scene Activation
• Switch Multilevel V3

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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