FAKRO

AMZ Solar

SKU: AMZ Solar JP

Quickstart

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Window Covering – Pos/End Aware
for
Japan.

Please make sure the internal battery is fully charged.

To add this device to your network execute the following action:
Include – This function allow you to add awning blind to the network Z-Wave. Follow the procedur adding device to the network Z-Wave according to user manual supplied with the product. Then, press the programming button P on the awning blind for 1 second.Autoinclusion – This feature allow you to add hard to reach devices to Z-Wave network. 3-times ON and OFF the power awning blind (OFF-ON-OFF-ON-OFF-ON) causes the introduction of awning blind to Autoinclusion mode. Please note that the procedure has been started the time between on and off can not exceed 20s. Autoinclusion mode is activated for a maximum of 10 minutes.During this time, we can add an awning to any Z-Wave controller running in the Include procedure.

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

FAKRO AMZ Solar awning blind is a perfect combination of comfort of use and effective protection from heat. Due to the fact that the awning blind absorbs solar radiation before it reaches the glazing and emits the heat to the outside of the room, it constitutes much better protectction from tiresome heat in the sunny days than internal accessories. At the same time, it allows the ingress of natural light and ensures visual contact with the environment. FAKRO AMZ Solar is equipped with the algorithm which allows to operate the awning blind depending on the insolation level. It is also equipped with the Z-Wave remote control. In an emergency, the awning blind can be controlled by a service button located on the awning blind. The solar awning blind is powered by 12VDC battery pack built-in in the blinds cases powered by the solar panel. The AMZ Solar awning blind has three protections: – Maximum extension (encoder maximum position)- Completely rolled up (encoder minimum position)- Current limiting protecting the awning blind against damage and user against accidental injury resulting from the contact with moving elements of the awning blind.There are four association groups in FAKRO AMZ Solar awning blind:1. Life Linegroup for reporting a position of the awning blind after each stoppage and alarm reporting (overcurrent, damage encoders). A maximum 1 device can be in this group.2. Basic Repeatgroup used to transfer received basic commands to devices included in this group. A maximum 5 devices can be in this group. 3. Multilevel Repeatgroup used to transfer received multilevel commands to devices included in this group. A maximum 5 devices can be in this group. 4. Basic Controlgroup used to transfer received commands from the AMZ Solar (A, S mode) to devices included in this group. A maximum 5 devices can be in this group.Technical Parameters: Power voltage: 12V DCRated current: 1,4 ACurrent limit: YESSpeed: 23 r.p.mTemperature of usage: (-10 deg C) do (65 deg C) Supplying cable: 2 x 0,75 mm2

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.

Device Reset LocallyThis function allows you to reset the Z-Wave network without the use of Z-Wave controller. Press 5 times the programming button P fast, the awning blind was removed from the Z-Wave network, restore the default parameters, name and locations. 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

Include – This function allow you to add awning blind to the network Z-Wave. Follow the procedur adding device to the network Z-Wave according to user manual supplied with the product. Then, press the programming button P on the awning blind for 1 second.Autoinclusion – This feature allow you to add hard to reach devices to Z-Wave network. 3-times ON and OFF the power awning blind (OFF-ON-OFF-ON-OFF-ON) causes the introduction of awning blind to Autoinclusion mode. Please note that the procedure has been started the time between on and off can not exceed 20s. Autoinclusion mode is activated for a maximum of 10 minutes.During this time, we can add an awning to any Z-Wave controller running in the Include procedure.

Exclusion

Exclude – This function allow you to remove awning blind from the network Z-Wave. Follow the procedur removing device from the network Z-Wave according to user manual supplied with the product. Then, press the programming button P on the awning blind for 1 second. Function removes information only about newtork Z-Wave.

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| Z-Wave Plus Lifeline – group for position reporting awning blind after each a stoppage and alarm reporting (overcurrent, damage encoders)
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2| 5| Basic Repeatgroup used to transfer the received basic commands to the devices included in this group.
3| 5| Multilevel Repeatgroup used to transfer the received multilevel commands to the devices included in this group.
4| 5| Basic Controlgroup used to transfer the received commands from AMZ Solar (A, S mode) to the devices included in this group.

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: Mode Control

The awning blind mode operate:0manual – control with the use of the remote control1semiautomatic – automatic closing and with the use of the remote control2automatic -automatic opening and closing and with the use of the remotecontrol
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 12: Calibrate

Value 1calibratedValue 2discalibratedto enter the calibration mode must first time discalibrate and then calibrate.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 13: The End position

1FF go to maximum position2FF go to previous position
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 2: Season select

Seasonof using awning blind1summer2winter
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 3: Timer

The time after which the awning blindwill be open or close (depend on the season)
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

Parameter 4: Sensitivity

Level of sun sensitivity at which the awning blind will open or close.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 60

SettingDescription

Technical Data

AwareSupports Up/Down Motion
Frequency| XXfrequency
Maximum transmission power| XXantenna

Supported Command Classes

• Association Grp Info
• Association V2
• Basic
• Battery
• Configuration
• Device Reset Locally
• Manufacturer Specific V2
• Node Naming
• Notification V3
• Powerlevel
• Switch All
• Switch Binary
• Switch Multilevel V3
• Version V2
• Zwaveplus Info V2

Controlled Command Classes

• Basic
• 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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