Eaton

Eatons Z-Wave Plus Accessory Dimmer

SKU: RF9642-Z

Quickstart

This is a
secure
Light Dimmer
for
U.S. / Canada / Mexico.

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

To add this device to your network execute the following action:
1. To include this device in a Z-Wave network, select the command on your Z Wave controller for inclusion (Install, Add Device,Add Node, Include Device, etc.). Then press the device ON/OFF button one time to include it in the network.2. Based on the controller, the controller may ask you to scan the QR code or manually enter 5 digit code under the QR codeto install the device as a secured device. You may find this QR code on the device or included in device packaging.3. After the Device is added to the network, the blue indicator LED will stop blinking. This indicates the device is installed in the Z-Wavenetwork.

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

Eatons Z-Wave Plus Accessory Dimmers can be used with Eaton’s RF9640-N Universal Dimmer & other Z-Wave Plus certified devices to provide 3-way, multi-location ON/OFF/Dim UP/Dim Down control of a selected Z-Wave wireless switch without the need for traditional 3-way wiring. You can use your compatible Z-Wave certified controller to associate each accessory with up to (5) other Z-Wave load controlling devices. Features & Benefits:Wireless accessory for Eatons Z-Wave Plus Universal Dimmer (RF9640-N)Ideal for applications where no traveler wires exist for 3-Way & multi-location controlNeutral is required for installation Supports Z-Wave Plus technology including S2 Security certification for advanced encryption & cybersecurityCan be associated with (5) other Z-Wave Plus devices when used with a compatible Z-Wave controller

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 device could be reset locally. This will cause the device to be excluded from its network and restore to factory default.Before leaving the network the switch will send a notification to the controller indicating its departure from the Z-Wave network.1. Turn the device ON.2. Press and hold ON/OFF button for 20 second till the LED flashes for the third time.3. Release the ON/OFF button.4. LED will start flashing rapidly. Once the LED starts blinking slowly, that indicates the device is not part of 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.

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. To include this device in a Z-Wave network, select the command on your Z Wave controller for inclusion (Install, Add Device,Add Node, Include Device, etc.). Then press the device ON/OFF button one time to include it in the network.2. Based on the controller, the controller may ask you to scan the QR code or manually enter 5 digit code under the QR codeto install the device as a secured device. You may find this QR code on the device or included in device packaging.3. After the Device is added to the network, the blue indicator LED will stop blinking. This indicates the device is installed in the Z-Wavenetwork.

Exclusion

1. To exclude this device from a Z-Wave network, select the setting on your Z-Wave controller for exclusion(Uninstall, Remove Device, Remove Node, Exclude Device, etc.).2. Once your controller is in exclusion mode, press the device ON/OFF button one time to exclude it from the network. The LED will start blinking.

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

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: Delayed OFF Time

Delayed OFF Time
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 10

SettingDescription

Parameter 13: BLUE LED Brightness Level while the dimmer is ON

BLUE LED Brightness Level while the dimmer is ON
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

Parameter 14: BLUE LED Brightness Level while the dimmer is OFF

BLUE LED Brightness Level while the dimmer is OFF
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 15: Amber LED Brightness Level while the dimmer is ON

Amber LED Brightness Level while the dimmer is ON
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

Parameter 16: Amber LED Brightness Level while the dimmer is OFF

Amber LED Brightness Level while the dimmer is OFF
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 2: Panic ON Time

Panic ON Time
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 3: Panic OFF Time

Panic OFF Time
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 5: Power Up State

Power Up State – State the device reverts to when power is restored
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

Parameter 6: Panic Mode Enable

Panic Mode Enable
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 7: Dimmer Ramp Time

Dimmer Ramp Time
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Technical Data

Supported Command Classes

• Alarm
• Association Grp Info
• Association V2
• Basic V2
• Configuration
• Device Reset Locally
• Firmware Update Md V4
• Manufacturer Specific V2
• Node Naming
• Powerlevel
• Protection
• Scene Activation
• Scene Actuator Conf
• Security
• Security 2
• Supervision
• Switch Multilevel V4
• Transport Service V2
• Version V2
• Zwaveplus Info V2

Controlled Command Classes

• Basic V2
• Supervision
• Switch Multilevel V4

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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