Z-Wave.Me

Z-Wave Z-Uno

SKU: ZMEUZUNO

Quickstart

This is a
secure
Z-Wave Device
for
US.

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

Here are a few steps to start building your own Smart Home devices based on Z-Uno. First of all, you need to install the” Z-Uno software environment” on your computer. The Arduino IDE is used to upgrade and program your Z-Uno. Windows users must install the” Z-Uno driver for Windows. Once this is done, you can download” examples” provided by Z-Wave.me. (All examples are also available from the Arduino IDE via File – Examples – Z-Uno), you can modify them or write your own code. For more information on syntax, please visit the” language” reference.

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

Z-Uno is the first and only easy-to-use developer board that allows you to create your own Z-Wave devices without in-depth knowledge of the Z-Wave protocol or programming. Z-Uno is a mix of Z-Wave home automation protocol strength and Arduino simplicity. Inspired by the Arduino project, Z-Uno inherits all concepts of easy to use hardware and software solutions to keep a maximum of flexibility. Z-Uno is a complete DIY product. It is made for those who are limited in their choice of existing Z-Wave products but want to expand their smart homes with more sensors and actuators. (LEDs connect, buttons, switches, motors, or any low voltage sensors, including most Arduino compatible sensors. Z-Uno programming is written as a sketch in simplified C and then loaded onto the Z-Uno using the” Arduino IDE. Many examples and comprehensive tutorials will help you to make your own project. As a” Z-Wave Plus certified device, Z-Uno is the perfect partner for your RaZBerry gateway. Z-Uno is also compatible with other controllers.

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.

Press the key for five seconds, then press the key again three times

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.

Installation

To install the device, either use the short information at the top of the page or go to the complete” starting instructions” on the website.

If you encounter problems, you can look at the” Troubleshooting” page.

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

To include Z-Uno in a Z-Wave network, you must set the controller to Include mode (also known as Add mode). On the Z-Uno board the service button must be pressed three times. Z-Uno is now added to the Z-Wave network

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Exclusion

If your Z-Uno was already included in another network or you want to reset it to the factory settings, follow the Exclusion process: Start the Exclusion mode on your Z-Wave controller and press the service button on the Z-Uno three times

Product Usage

Hardware Specification

• 28 kB flash” memory
• 2 kB RAM”
• Z-Wave RF transmitter at 9.6/40/100 kbps
• 26 GPIO (shared with special outputs)
• 4 ADC
• 5 PWM
• 2 UART
• 1 USB (serial port)
• 64 kB EEPROM
• 1 SPI (master or slave)
• 4 IR controllers, 1 IR learn capability
• 1 TRIAC/ZEROX to control dimmer
• 1 Interrupt
• 2 Timers 16 MHz or external source
• I2C (software)
• 1-wire (software)
• 8×6 Keypad Scanner
• 2 service LED, 1 service button
• 1 user test LED

Power supply:

• USB 5 V, external 5 or 3 V, external 7-18 V or battery (via MU-2F connector, included)
• always on, sleeping or FLiRS (Frequently Listening)

Here you can find more” technical data.

Node Information Frame

The Node Information Frame (NIF) is the business card of a Z-Wave device. It contains
information about the device type and the technical capabilities. The inclusion and
exclusion of the device is confirmed by sending out a Node Information Frame.
Beside this it may be needed for certain network operations to send out a Node
Information Frame. To issue a NIF execute the following action:

Press the service button on the device three times. Z-Uno will send a Node Information Frame (NIF) to all devices in the area

Communication to a Sleeping device (Wakeup)

This device is battery operated and turned into deep sleep state most of the time
to save battery life time. Communication with the device is limited. In order to
communicate with the device, a static controller C is needed in the network.
This controller will maintain a mailbox for the battery operated devices and store
commands that can not be received during deep sleep state. Without such a controller,
communication may become impossible and/or the battery life time is significantly
decreased.

This device will wakeup regularly and announce the wakeup
state by sending out a so called Wakeup Notification. The controller can then
empty the mailbox. Therefore, the device needs to be configured with the desired
wakeup interval and the node ID of the controller. If the device was included by
a static controller this controller will usually perform all necessary
configurations. The wakeup interval is a tradeoff between maximal battery
life time and the desired responses of the device. To wakeup the device please perform
the following action:

To wake up your sleeping Z-Uno, press the service button on the unit three times. Z-Uno will send a Node Information Frame (NIF) to all devices in the vicinity. Z-Uno will wake up periodically – depending on configuration – to inform the Z-Wave controller and wait for configuration from the controller.

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

• Zwaveplus Info
• Basic
• Switch Binary
• Switch Multilevel
• Sensor Binary
• Alarm
• Sensor Multilevel
• Configuration
• Association
• Multi Channel Association
• Multi Channel
• Firmware Update Md
• Device Reset Locally
• Association Grp Info
• Powerlevel
• Security
• Version
• Manufacturer Specific

Controlled Command Classes

• Basic
• Switch Multilevel
• Multi Channel
• Security

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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