AJAX type F Socket User Manual
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Socket User Manual
Updated December 28, 2020
The socket is a wireless indoor smart plug with a power-consumption meter
for indoor use.
Designed as a European plug adapter (Schuko type F), the Socket controls the
power supply of electrical appliances with a load of up to 2.5 kW. The socket
indicates the load level and is protected from overload. Connecting to the
Ajax security system via a secured Jeweller radio protocol, the device
supports communication at a distance of up to 1,000 m in line of sight.
Socket operates with Ajax hubs only and does not support connecting via Oxbridge Plus cartridge or integration modules.
Use scenarios to program actions of automation devices (Relay, wall
switch, or Socket) in response to an alarm, Button press, or a schedule. A
scenario can be created remotely in the Ajax app.
How to create and cone a scenario in the Ajax security system
The Ajax security system can be connected to a central monitoring station of a
security company.
Buy a smart plug Socket
Functional Elements
- Two-pin socket
- LED border
- QR Code
- Two-pin plug
Operating Principle
Socket switches on/off the 230 V power supply, opening one pole by the user
command in the Ajax app or automatically according to a scenario, Button
press, or a schedule.
The socket is protected against voltage overload (exceeding the range of
184–253 V) or overcurrent (exceeding 11 A). In case of overload, the power
supply switches off, resuming automatically when voltage is restored to normal
values. In case of overcurrent, the power supply switches off automatically,
but can only be restored manually by the user command in the Ajax app.
The maximum resistive load is 2.5 kW. When using inductive or capacitive
loads, the maximum switching current is reduced to 8 A at 230 V!
Socket with eversion 5.54.1.0 and higher can operate in pulse or bistable
mode. In this e-version you can also select the relay contact status:
Normally closed — Socket stops supplying power when activated, and
resumes when turned off.
Normally open — Socket supplies power when activated, and stops feeding
when turned off.
Socket with e-version below 5.54.1.0 only works in bistability mode with a normally open contact.
How to e-version the device?
In the app, users can check the power or amount of energy consumed by
electrical appliances connected via Socket.
At low loads (up to 25 W), current and power consumption indications may be displayed incorrectly due to hardware limitations.
Connecting
Before connecting the device
- Switch on the hub and check its Internet connection (the logo glows white or green).
- Install the Ajax app. Create the account, add the hub to the app, and create at least one room.
- Make sure that the hub is not armed, and does not update by checking its status in the Ajax app.
Only users with administrator rights can add a device to the app.
To pair the Socket with the hub
- Click Add device in the Ajax app.
- Name the device, scan it, or enter the QR code manually (located on the case and packaging), and select the room.
- Plug the Socket into a power outlet and wait 30 seconds — the LED frame will be green.
- Click Add — the countdown will begin.
- The socket will appear in the list of hub devices.
The device status update depends on the ping interval set in the hub settings.
The default value is 36 seconds.
If the device failed to pair, wait 30 seconds and then retry.
For detection and pairing to occur, the device should be located in the
coverage area of the hub’s wireless network (at the same object). A connection
request is transmitted only at the moment of switching on the device.
When pairing the hub with the smart plug that was previously paired with
another hub, make sure that it was unpaired with a former hub in the Ajax app.
For correct unpairing, the device should be in the coverage area of the hub’s
wireless network (at the same object): when unpaired correctly, the Socket LED
frame continuously blinks green.
If the device has not been correctly unpaired, do the following to connect it to the new hub:
- Make sure that the Socket is outside the coverage area of the former hub’s wireless network (the indicator of the communication level between the device and the hub in the app is crossed out).
- Select the hub with which you want to pair Socket.
- Click Add Device.
- Name the device, scan or enter the QR code manually (located on the case and packaging), and select the room.
- Click Add — the countdown will begin.
- During the countdown, for a few seconds, give Socket at least 25 W load (by connecting and disconnecting a working kettle or lamp).
- The socket will appear in the list of hub devices.
The socket can be connected to one hub only.
States
- Devices
- Socket
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Jeweler Signal Strength | Signal strength between the hub and the Socket |
| Connection | Connection status between the hub and the Socket |
| Routed Through ReX | Displays the status of using the ReX range extender |
| Active | State of the Socket (turned on/off) |
| Voltage | The current input voltage level of the Socket |
| Current | Current at the Socket input |
| Current protection | Indicates whether the overcurrent protection is enabled |
| Voltage protection | Indicates whether the overvoltage protection is enabled |
| Power | Current consumption in W |
| Electric Energy Consumed | The electric power consumed by the device is |
connected to the Socket.
The counter is reset when the Socket loses the power
Temporary Deactivation| Displays the status of the device: active or
completely disabled by the user
Firmware| Device e version
Device ID| Device identi
Settings
- Devices
- Socket
- Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| First | The device name can be edited |
| Room | Selecting the virtual room to which the device is assigned |
| Mode | Selecting Socket operation mode: |
Pulse — when activated, Socket generates a pulse of a given duration
Bistable — Socket, when activated, changes the state of contacts to the
opposite
Settings are available with firmware version 5.54.1.0 and higher
Contact status| Normal contact state
• Normally closed
• Normally open
Pulse duration| Selecting the pulse duration in the pulse mode: From 0.5 to
255 seconds
Overcurrent Protection| If enabled, the power supply switches off if the
current load exceeds 11A, if disabled the threshold is 6A (or 13A for 5
seconds)
Overvoltage protection| If enabled, the power supply switches off in case of a
voltage surge beyond the range of 184 – 253 V
Indication| The option of disabling the LED frame of the device
LED Brightness| The option of adjusting the brightness of the LED frame of the
device (high or low)
Scenarios| Opens the menu for creating and con Learn more
Jeweller Signal Strength Test| Switches the device to the signal strength test
mode
User Guide| Opens the Socket User Guide
Temporary Deactivation| Allows the user to deactivate the device without
removing it from the system. The device will not execute system commands and
participate in automation scenarios. All notices will be ignored
Please note that the deactivated device will save its current state (active
or inactive)
Unpair Device| Disconnects the device from the hub and deletes its settings
Indication
The socket informs the user of the power level consumed by connected
appliances using the LED.
If the load is more than 3 kW (purple), the current protection
activates.
| Load level | Indication |
|---|---|
| No power on the Socket | Don’t have any indication |
| Socket turned off | Blue |
| The socket turned on, but no load | Green |
| ~550 W | Yellow |
| ~1250 W | Orange |
| ~2000 W | Red |
| ~2500 W | Dark red |
| ~3000 W | Purple |
| One or more types of protection triggered | Smoothly lights up and goes out red |
| Hardware failure | Quick red |
The exact power can be seen in the Ajax Security System application
Functionality Testing
The Ajax security system allows conducting tests for checking the
functionality of connected devices.
The tests do not start immediately but within a period of 36 seconds when
using default settings. The test time starts depending on the settings of the
detector ping interval (the “Jeweller” menu in the hub settings).
Jeweler Signal Strength Test
Installation of the Device
The location of the Socket depends on its remoteness from the hub, and obstacles hindering the radio signal transmission: walls, and large objects inside the room.
Do not install the device near sources of magnetic ed objects, wireless
chargers, etc.) and inside rooms with temperature and humidity outside the
permissible limits!
Check the Jeweller signal level at the installation location. If the signal
level is low (one bar), we cannot guarantee the stable operation of the
device.
If the device has a low or unstable signal strength, use a ReX radio signal
range extender .
The socket is designed to connect to a European two-pin socket (Schuko type F).
Maintenance
The device does not require maintenance.
Tech specs
| Actuating element | Electromagnetic relay |
|---|---|
| Service life | At least 200,000 switches |
| Voltage and type of external power supply | 110–230 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Voltage protection for 230 V mains | Yes, 184–253 V |
| Maximum load current | 11 A (continuous), 13A (up to 5 s) |
| Operating modes | • Pulse and bistable (e-version is 5.54.1.0 or higher. |
Manufacture date from March 4, 2020)
• Only bistable (e-version is lower than 5.54.1.0)
Pulse duration| 0.5 to 255 seconds (e-version is 5.54.1.0 or higher)
Maximum current protection| Yes, 11 A if the protection is turned on, up to 13
A if the protection is turned off
Maximum temperature protection| Yes, +85°С. The socket turns off automatically
if the temperature is exceeded
Electric shock protection class| Class I (with grounding terminal)
Energy consumption parameter check| Yes (current, voltage, power consumption)
Load indicator| Yes
Output power (resistive load at 230 V)| Up to 2.5 kW
Average energy consumption of the device on standby| Less than 1 W⋅h
Frequency band| 868.0 – 868.6 MHz
Compatibility| Operates with all Ajax hubs, and range extenders
Maximum radio signal power| 8,97 mW (limit 25 mW)
Radio signal modulation| GFSK
Radio signal range| Up to 1000 m (when there are no obstacles)
Installation method| In power outlet
Operating temperature range| From 0°С to +40°С
Operating humidity| up to 75%
Protection class| IP20
Overall dimensions| 65.5 × 45 × 45 mm (with plug)
Weight| 58 g
In the case of using inductive or capacitance load, the maximum switched current is reduced to 8 A at 230 V AC!
Complete Set
- Socket
- Quick Start Guide
Warranty
Warranty for the “AJAX SYSTEMS MANUFACTURING” LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
products is valid for 2 years after the purchase.
If the device does not work correctly, you should t service—in half of the
cases, technical issues can be solved remotely!
The full text of the warranty
User Agreement
Customer support: support@ajax.systems
Documents / Resources
| AJAX
type F
Socket
[pdf] User Manual
type F, Socket, type F Socket
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References
- End user agreement - Ajax Systems
- Warranty - Ajax Systems
- All Ajax security system devices and detectors
- All Ajax security system devices and detectors
- Current product lines of the Ajax security system
- uartBridge — Module for Ajax devices integration with third-party wireless alarms systems
- Automation scenarios | Your Ajax security automation
- Software | Ajax Systems
- How to find out the device firmware version | Ajax Systems Support
- How to create and configure a scenario in the Ajax system | Ajax Systems Support
- How to create and configure a scenario in the Ajax system | Ajax Systems Support
- How to create and configure a scenario in the Ajax system | Ajax Systems Support
- What is Jeweller Signal Strength Test | Ajax Systems Support
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