Ecolink Intelligent Technology

Z-Wave Plus Single Gang Decora Wireless Light Switch

SKU: DLS-ZWAVE5

Quickstart

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On/Off Power Switch
for
U.S. / Canada / Mexico.

Please make sure the internal battery is fully charged.

To add this device to your network execute the following action:
The Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch must be added to a Z-Wave Plus network prior to use. To include the device in a network both the device and the network controller must be in inclusion mode at the same time. Refer to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your specific controller for details on initiating the controllers inclusion mode. 1)Verify that the Z-Wave Plus controller you are using is compatible with the Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch.2)Locate the light switch desired to be used with the Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch.3)Put your Z-Wave Plus Controller into add (inclusion) mode.4)Press the inclusion button on the Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch. (Figure 1)5)The LED on the front of the unit will turn off if successfully included into a network.

Please refer to the
Manufacturers Manual for more information.

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

Easy to install in one minute by removing the existing switch plate and installing the Ecolink Z-Wave Plus Single Gang Decora Wireless Light Switchon the switch. No need to touch any electrical wiring.Product Specifications:For indoor use onlyOperating frequency: 908.42 MHzOperating temperature: 049C, 32120F (ambient temperature)Operating humidity 5-95% non-condensing 2 AA batteriesBattery Life: Approximatly 1 year

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.

The Z-Wave Plus device is automatically factory defaulted when removed from a Z-Wave Plus network. Please use this procedure only when the network primary controller is missing or otherwise inoperable.

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

The Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch must be added to a Z-Wave Plus network prior to use. To include the device in a network both the device and the network controller must be in inclusion mode at the same time. Refer to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your specific controller for details on initiating the controllers inclusion mode. 1)Verify that the Z-Wave Plus controller you are using is compatible with the Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch.2)Locate the light switch desired to be used with the Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch.3)Put your Z-Wave Plus Controller into add (inclusion) mode.4)Press the inclusion button on the Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch. (Figure 1)5)The LED on the front of the unit will turn off if successfully included into a network.

Exclusion

1)Any Z-Wave Plus Device can be removed from any Z-Wave Plus controller. Follow the directions to put your Z-Wave Plus Controller into exclusion mode.2)Press the inclusion / exclusion button on the Z-Wave Plus Decora Light Switch.

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

Technical Data

Supported Command Classes

• Association Grp Info
• Association V2
• Basic
• Battery
• Device Reset Locally
• Manufacturer Specific
• Powerlevel
• Switch Binary
• Version V2
• Zwaveplus Info V2

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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