Eaton

Z-Wave Universal Dimmer

SKU: RF9643-N

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

Eatons Z-Wave plus Universal dimmer replaces regular switches (where a neutral is present) to provide local and remote ON/OFF and Dim UP/Down control for most common residential lighting loads including LEDs and certain motor loads. Each dimmer can be manually and remotely controlled by commands sent from your compatible Z-Wave certified controller.Features & Benefits: Replaces standard switch to add local and wireless control Compatible with most common residential lighting loads including LED, CFLs, INC, MLVs, ELVs, HAL. Single pole and 3-Way control: Use with Z-Wave Plus Accessory dimmer RF9642-Z Neutral is required for installation*3-Way Wired installation Features 7 step blue load indicating LED light that can be dimmed in ON or OFF state Supports Z-Wave Plus technology including S2 Security certification for advanced encryption & cybersecurity Voice and app based control when used with 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.

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

the device

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

When the user holds the button for 2 seconds while the dimmer is on -the dimmer will turn off after delayed off time.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 10

SettingDescription

Parameter 10: Not Used

N/A
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 11: Set Minimum Dimming Level

For maximum compatibility with different load types, RF9643-N allows the user to set the minimum dim level or low end trim.Also to save on power consumption RF9643-N allows the user to set the maximum dim level or high end trim. After adding the dimmer to a network, press ON/OFF button to turn ON the overhead light. Press and hold ON/OFF button for five seconds until the blue indicator LEDs begin to cycle rapidly (Notice – After two secondsblue indicator LEDs will start to flash indicating activation of the delayed OFF feature. Continue to hold the ON/OFF button for three additionalseconds until the blue indicator LEDs begin to cycle rapidly.) Once the indicator LEDs start cycling, release the ON/OFF button. Dimmer will set the light to the previously saved minimumlevel. During initial setup, the light will set to the factory minimum default. Press either the BRIGHTEN or DIM buttons to change the minimum level until the light output is acceptable. Once light output is acceptable, press ON/OFF button once. Blue indicator LEDs will start to cycle rapidly again and thedimmer light will go to previously saved maximum level. Press either the BRIGHTEN or DIM buttons to change the maximum level until the light output is acceptable. Press ON/OFF button once, LED will flash indicating completion of programming.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 12: Set Maximum Dimming Level

For maximum compatibility with different load types, RF9643-N allows the user to set the minimum dim level or low end trim.Also to save on power consumption RF9643-N allows the user to set the maximum dim level or high end trim. After adding the dimmer to a network, press ON/OFF button to turn ON the overhead light. Press and hold ON/OFF button for five seconds until the blue indicator LEDs begin to cycle rapidly (Notice – After two secondsblue indicator LEDs will start to flash indicating activation of the delayed OFF feature. Continue to hold the ON/OFF button for three additionalseconds until the blue indicator LEDs begin to cycle rapidly.) Once the indicator LEDs start cycling, release the ON/OFF button. Dimmer will set the light to the previously saved minimumlevel. During initial setup, the light will set to the factory minimum default. Press either the BRIGHTEN or DIM buttons to change the minimum level until the light output is acceptable. Once light output is acceptable, press ON/OFF button once. Blue indicator LEDs will start to cycle rapidly again and thedimmer light will go to previously saved maximum level. Press either the BRIGHTEN or DIM buttons to change the maximum level until the light output is acceptable. Press ON/OFF button once, LED will flash indicating completion of programming.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 99

SettingDescription

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

This feature allows the change of the brightness of the blue LED indicators on the device. There are 5 levels (including fully OFF and fullbrightness) to change the LED indicator brightness level either while the device is ON or OFF state.Changing the LED indicator brightness when the device is an ON state: Turn the overhead light ON. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 15 seconds till the LED indicator flashes for the fourth time. (second time for RF9642-Z) Release the ON/OFF button. Use the BRIGHTEN or DIM button to change the LED indicator level (it will cycle between the five levels). Once the brightness level is selected, double tap on the ON/OFF button and this value will be saved.Changing the LED indicator brightness when the device is an OFF state: Turn the overhead light OFF. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 15 seconds till the LED indicator flashes for the second time. Release the ON/OFF button. Use the BRIGHTEN or DIM button to change the LED indicator level (it will cycle between the five levels). Once the brightness level is selected, double tap on the ON/OFF button and this value will be saved.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

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

This feature allows the change of the brightness of the blue LED indicators on the device. There are 5 levels (including fully OFF and fullbrightness) to change the LED indicator brightness level either while the device is ON or OFF state.Changing the LED indicator brightness when the device is an ON state: Turn the overhead light ON. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 15 seconds till the LED indicator flashes for the fourth time. (second time for RF9642-Z) Release the ON/OFF button. Use the BRIGHTEN or DIM button to change the LED indicator level (it will cycle between the five levels). Once the brightness level is selected, double tap on the ON/OFF button and this value will be saved.Changing the LED indicator brightness when the device is an OFF state: Turn the overhead light OFF. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 15 seconds till the LED indicator flashes for the second time. Release the ON/OFF button. Use the BRIGHTEN or DIM button to change the LED indicator level (it will cycle between the five levels). Once the brightness level is selected, double tap on the ON/OFF button and this value will be saved.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

SettingDescription

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

Enables the capability to adjust of the amber LED brightness level
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

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

Disables the capability to adjust the brightness level of the amber LED
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 2: Panic ON Time

How long the device will stay on in Panic mode
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 3: Panic OFF Time

How long before the device shuts off panic mode
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 4: Not Used

N/A
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 5: Power Up State

1=OFF, 2=ON, 3=Last State
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

SettingDescription

Parameter 6: Panic Mode Enable

Set the device panic mode to on or off
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 7: Dimmer Ramp Time

Sets the value of how long it takes to ramp up the dimmer
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

SettingDescription

Parameter 8: Kickstart Enable/Disable

This feature ensures that LED/CFL lights turn on when the dimmer preset level is low. With this setting enabled, the lights may momentarily comeON brighter than the preset level (less than one second) and then dim down to the preset level. Depending on the type of light used, this featuremay not be needed. To enable/disable the feature, turn lights ON. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 10 seconds until the blue indicator LEDsflash for the third time, then release the button. This feature is disabled by default.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Parameter 9: Reset Max/Min Levels to factory default

Before leaving the network the dimmer will send a notification to the controller indicating its departure from theZ-Wave network. Turn the device ON. Press and hold ON/OFF button for 20 second till the LED flashes for the fifth time. (third time for RF9642-Z) Release the ON/OFF button. LED will start flashing rapidly. Once the LED starts blinking slowly, that indicates the device isnot part of the network.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

SettingDescription

Technical Data

Supported Command Classes

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

Controlled Command Classes

• Association V2
• Basic V2
• 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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