homematic HmIP-ESI-LED Interface for digital electricity meters Instruction Manual

: July 22, 2024
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Table of Contents

homematic HmIP-ESI-LED Interface for digital electricity meters
Product Usage Instructions
Function and device overview
Installation
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and cleaning
General information about radio operation
Technical specifications
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homematic HmIP-ESI-LED Interface for digital electricity meters

Specifications

Product Name: HmIP-ESI-LED
Languages: DE, EN, FR, ES, IT, NL

Product Usage Instructions

Unboxing and Contents
Upon unboxing, check if the following items are included

Instruction Manual
HmIP-ESI-LED Device

Safety Instructions
Before proceeding with installation, carefully read and understand all safety instructions provided in the manual.

General System Information
Refer to the manual for general system information related to the HmIP-ESI- LED.

Installation
Follow these steps to install the device:

Pairing
To pair the device, follow the instructions provided in section 6.1 of the manual.

Mounting
There are different mounting options available

(Adhesive Tape Mounting)
(Screw Mounting)
(Sensor Mounting)

Battery Replacement
Refer to section 7 of the manual for instructions on how to replace the batteries.

Troubleshooting
If you encounter issues, refer to section 8 of the manual for troubleshooting steps.

Factory Reset
Section 9 provides information on how to restore factory settings if needed.

Maintenance and Cleaning
Follow the guidelines in section 10 for maintenance and cleaning procedures.

General Wireless Operation Guidelines
For information on wireless operation, refer to section 11 of the manual.

Disposal
Properly dispose of the device following the guidelines in section 12 of the manual.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: What are the technical specifications of HmIP-ESI-LED?
- A: Refer to section 13.1 for detailed technical specifications of HmIP-ESI-LED.
Q: How do I troubleshoot weak battery issues?
- A: Section 8.1 of the manual provides guidance on dealing with weak battery problems.
Q: What should I do if I encounter error codes and blinking sequences?
- A: Refer to section 8.3 for information on error codes and blinking sequences troubleshooting.

All rights reserved. Translation from the original version in German. This manual may not be reproduced in any format, either in whole or in part, nor may it be duplicated or edited by electronic, mechanical or chemical means, without the written consent of the publisher.

Typographical and printing errors cannot be excluded. However, the information contained in this manual is reviewed on a regular basis and any necessary corrections will be implemented in the next edition. We accept no liability for technical or typographical errors or the consequences thereof.

All trademarks and industrial property rights are acknowledged.
Changes may be made without prior notice as a result of technical advances.
160251 (web) | Version 1.1 (02/2024)

Scope of delivery

1x Interface for energy sensors
1x LED energy sensor
2x Double-sided adhesive strips
2x 1.5 V LR6/Mignon/AA batteries
1x Operating manual

Information about this manual
Please read this manual carefully before operating your Homematic IP components. Keep the manual so you can refer to it at a later date if you need to. If you hand over the device to other persons for use, please hand over this manual as well.

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Important! This indicates a hazard.

Note. This section contains additional important information!

Hazard information

Do not open the device. It does not contain any parts that need to be maintained by the user. In the event of an error, please have the device checked by an expert.
We accept no liability for damage to property or personal injury caused by improper use or the failure to observe the hazard warnings. In such cases, all warranty claims are void. We accept no liability for any consequential damage.
For safety and licensing reasons (CE), unauthorized change and/or modification of the device is not permitted.
The device may only be operated in dry and dust-free environment. It must be protected from the effects of moisture, solar or other methods of heat radiation, excessive cold and mechanical loads.
The device is not a toy: do not allow children to play with it. Do not leave packaging material lying around. Plastic films/bags, pieces of polystyrene, etc. can be dangerous in the hands of a child.
The device must only be operated within residential buildings.
Using the device for any purpose other than that described in this operating manual does not fall within the scope of intended use and will invalidate any warranty or liability.

Function and device overview

The Homematic IP interface for energy sensors is a battery-powered wireless module for integrating energy meters into Homematic IP installations. It is used for acquiring the energy data from electricity meters.

The LED energy sensor detects LEDs flashing in the visible light spectrum as well as infra-red LEDs. Pulse LEDs on most meters can be identified because they are labelled with the pulse constant or the designation RL. However, we only recommend using the device on meters with one direction of energy flow, because the values of a bidirectional meter cannot be fully reproduced via a pulse LED.

Device overview

(A) System button (pairing button and LED)
(B) Cover
(C) Screw hole
(D) Electronics unit
(E) Connection port
(F) Battery compartment
(G) Reader head
(H) Connection cable with connector

With very small loads, there are not enough pulses available per transmission interval to calculate the power value, which then becomes unsteady. The limits are approximately

Imp/kWh	W
500	30
800	19
1,000	15
2,000	8
5,000	3
10,000	1.5
100,000	0.15

We only recommend using the device on meters with one direction of energy flow. The values of a bidirectional meter cannot be fully reproduced via a pulse LED.

General system information
This device is a part of the Homematic IP Smart Home system and communicates via the Homematic IP wireless protocol. All devices of the Homematic IP system can be configured comfortably and individually with a smart phone via the Homematic IP app. Alternatively, you have the option of operating Homematic IP devices via the CCU3 or in conjunction with many partner solutions. The available functions provided by the system in combination with other components are described in the Homematic IP User Guide. All current technical documents and updates are provided at www.homematic- ip.com

Start-up
Only put the cover (B) on once you have completed the mounting and installation work.

Pairing
Please read this entire section before starting the pairing procedure.
First set up your Homematic IP access point using the Homematic IP app so that you can use other Homematic IP devices in the system. For further information, please refer to the operating manual of the access point.

So that the device to be integrated into your system and to communicate with other Homematic IP devices, it must first be paired on the Homematic IP access point.

For pairing, proceed as follows

Open the Homematic IP app on your smartphone.
Select the menu item “Add device”.
Remove the cover (B) to open the battery compartment (F).
Pull the insulating strip out of the battery compartment (F).
The pairing mode is active for 3 minutes.

You can start the pairing mode for a further 3 minutes by pressing the system button (A) briefly.

Your device will automatically appear in the Homematic IP app

To confirm, enter the last four digits of the device number (SGTIN) in your app, or scan the QR code. The device number can be found on the sticker supplied or attached to the device.
Wait until pairing is completed.
If pairing was successful, the LED (A) lights up green. The device is now ready for use.
If the LED lights up red, please try again.
In the app, give the device a name and allocate it to a room.

Once the pairing process is complete, you must configure the number of pulses per kilowatt hour depending on the meter. You will find this information on your meter. Also, you must record the latest meter reading (as an offset) in order to be able to display a total meter reading in the future. You will find this setting in the interface device settings. To access this, open the Homematic IP app, tap on “More…” and select the device in the device overview.

Installation

You can use either

The supplied double-sided adhesive strips or
A screw (not included in the delivery)

to affix the HmIP-ESI in the chosen position.

Make sure that the mounting location does not affect the wireless communication between the HmIP-ESI and the access point.

Adhesive strip mounting
Make sure that the mounting surface is smooth, solid, non-disturbed, free of dust, grease and solvents and not too cold to ensure long-term adherence.

To mount the HmIP-ESI using the adhesive strips, proceed as follows

Affix the double-sided adhesive strips to the rear side of the electronics unit (D).
Press the back of the device onto the desired position.
Put the cover (B) on, ensuring that it latches fully into place.

Screw mounting

When selecting the installation location, check for electrical wires and power supply cables.
A round headed screw with a 3 mm diameter is to be used for mounting.

To mount the HmIP-ESI using a screw, proceed as follows

Draw a drill hole on the chosen position using a pen.
Screw the screw into the wall (use a wall plug if necessary).

For wooden walls, you can pre-drill the hole with a 1.5 mm drill to make it easier to screw in the screw.
The clearance between the bottom of the screw head and the mounting surface should be approximately 2 mm.

Thread the screw channel (C) on the rear side over the screw head.
Put the cover (B) onto the electronics unit (D), ensuring that it latches fully into place.

Mounting the sensor
To mount the sensor, proceed as follows

Clean the area around the pulse LED on the meter. The surface must be undamaged, clean, free of grease and solvents and not too cool to ensure that the sensor stays affixed long-term.
If necessary, mark the installation position using the template provided to ensure central alignment in front of the pulse LED.
Peel the protective paper off the adhesive pad on the reader head.
Affix the reader head in front of the pulse LED and press down on it firmly for 5 seconds.
Finally, insert the sensor connector (H) on the underside of the HmIP-ESI into the connection port (E) until it audibly clicks into place.

Changing the batteries
If an empty battery is displayed in the app or on the device (see „8.3 Error codes and flashing sequences“ on page 23), replace the used batteries with two new LR6/Mignon/AA batteries. You must observe the correct battery polarity.

To replace the device batteries, please proceed as follows

When mounted, the cover (B) can be removed by pressing in the up-per and lower sides and pulling the cover (B) forward ( see illustration).
When not mounted, the cover cap (B) can be removed by pressing in the upper and lower sides with one hand. At the same time, take hold of the rib of the electronics unit (G) on the rear side of the HmIP-ESI with your other hand and pull it out of the cover (see illustration).
Remove the used batteries.
Place the two new 1.5 V LR6/Mignon/AA batteries in the battery compartment (F) in accordance with the polarity markings.
After inserting the batteries, pay attention to the flashing sequences of the LED (see „8.3 Error codes and flashing sequences“ on page 23).
Put the cover (B) back onto the mounted electronics unit (D), ensuring that it latches fully into place.

Once the batteries have been inserted, the device will perform a self-test for approx. 2 seconds. Afterwards, Initialisation is carried out. The LED test display will indicate that initialization is complete by lighting up orange and green.

Caution! There is a risk of explosion if the battery is not replaced correctly. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Never recharge non- rechargeable batteries. Do not throw the batteries into a fire. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat. Do not
short-circuit batteries. There is a risk of explosion

After replacing the batteries, you may need to update the meter reading to display the correct data again.

Troubleshooting

Weak batteries
Provided that the voltage value permits it, the device will remain ready for operation even if the battery voltage is low. Depending on the particular load, it may be possible to send transmissions again repeatedly once the batter-ies have been allowed a brief recovery period. If the voltage drops again while sending, this will be displayed in the Homematic IP app and on the device (see „8.3 Error codes and flashing sequences“ on page 23). In this case, replace the empty batteries with two new ones (see „7 Changing the batter-ies“ on page 21).

Duty cycle
The duty cycle is a legally regulated limit of the transmission time of de- vices in the 868MHz range. The aim of this regulation is to safeguard the operation of all devices working in the 868 MHz range.

In the 868 MHz frequency range we use, the maximum transmission time of any device is 1% of an hour (i.e. 36 seconds in an hour). Devices must cease transmission when they reach the 1% limit until this time restriction ends.

Homematic IP devices are designed and produced with 100% conformity to this regulation.

During normal operation, the duty cycle is not usually reached. However, repeated and radio-intensive pairing processes mean that it may be reached in isolated instances during start-up or initial installation of a system. If the duty cycle is exceeded, this is indicated by one long red flashing of the device LED (A), and may manifest itself in the device temporarily working incorrect-ly. The device starts working correctly again after a short period (max. 1 hour).

Error codes and flashing sequences

Flashing code	Meaning	Solution
Short orange flashes	Radio transmission/send attempt/data transmission	Wait

until the transmission is completed.
1x long green lighting| Transmission confirmed| You can continue operation.
1x long red flash| Transmission failed or duty cycle limit reached| Try again ( see “8.2 Duty cycle” ).
Brief orange flashing (every 10 s)| Pairing mode active| Enter the last four digits of the device serial number to confirm ( see “6.1 Pair ing” ).
Brief orange glow (after green or red receipt message)| Batteries empty| Replace the device batteries
( see “7 Changing the batteries” ).
Alternating long and short orange flashing| Device software updating (OTAU)| Wait until the update is completed.
6x long red flashes| Sensor not plugged in or protocol not detected.| Check the sensor connection and correct installation on your meter.
1x orange, 1x green lighting (after inserting batteries)| Test display| You can continue once the test display has stopped.

Restoring factory settings
The device’s factory settings can be restored. If you do this, you will lose all your settings.

To restore the factory settings of the device, please proceed as follows

When mounted, the cover (B) can be easily removed from the mounted device by pressing in the upper and lower sides and pulling the cover forward (see illustration).
Remove a battery ( see illustration).
Insert the fresh battery making sure that it is the right way around while pressing the system button (A) at the same time. Hold the system button (A) down until the LED (A) starts to flash orange rapidly.
Release the system button (A) briefly and then hold the system button (A) down again until the orange flashes are replaced by a green light.
Release the system button (A) again to complete restoring the factory settings.

The device will perform a restart.

Maintenance and cleaning

The device does not require you to carry out any maintenance other than replacing the battery when necessary. Enlist the help of an expert to carry out any repairs.

Clean the device using a soft, clean, dry and lint-free cloth. Do not use any detergents containing solvents, as they could corrode the plastic housing and label.

General information about radio operation

Radio transmission is performed on a non-exclusive transmission path, which means that there is a possibility of interference occurring. Switching operations, electrical motors or defective electrical devices can also cause interference.

The transmission range within buildings can differ significantly from that available in open space. Besides the transmitting power and the reception characteristics of the receiver, environmental factors such as humidity in the vicinity play an important role, as do on-site structural/screening conditions.

eQ-3 AG, Maiburger Str. 29, 26789 Leer, Germany, hereby declares that the wireless system of the type Homematic IP HmIP-ESI is in accordance with directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at www.homematic-ip.com.

Disposal
Instructions for disposal

This symbol means that the device and the batteries or accumulators must not be disposed of with household waste, the residual waste bin or the yellow bin or yellow bag. For the protection of health and the environment, you must take the product, all electronic parts included in the scope of delivery, and the batteries to a municipal collection point for old electrical and electronic equipment to ensure their correct disposal. Distributors of electrical and electronic equipment or batteries must also take back obsolete equipment or batteries free of charge.

By disposing of it separately, you are making a valuable contribution to the reuse, recycling and other methods of recovery of old devices and old batteries.

You must separate any old batteries and accumulators of old electrical and electronic devices from the old device if they are not enclosed by the old device before handing it over to a collection point and to dispose of them separately at the local collection points. Please also remember that you, the end user, are responsible for deleting personal data on any old electrical and electronic equipment before disposing of it.

Information about conformity
The CE mark is a free trademark that is intended exclusively for the authorities and does not imply any assurance of properties. For technical support, please contact your retailer.