Nice Era-P/W Transmitter Instruction Manual
- August 27, 2024
- Nice
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Nice Era-P/W Transmitter
Product Information
- Product Name: Nice Era-P / Era-W Transmitter
- Intended Use: Control automation mechanisms for awnings, outdoor sunblinds, or blinds
Specifications
- Part of the Era-P / Era-W Nice range
- Control commands: rise, stop, lower Can enable/disable reception of automatic commands from weather sensors
- Models available: P6, P6S, W6, W6S
- Maximum distance for memorization: 20m
Original instructions
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND INTENDED USE
This transmitter is part of the “Era-P” / “Era-W” Nice range. The transmitters
of these two ranges are used to control au-tomation mechanisms for awnings,
outdoor sunblinds or blinds: any other use is improper and forbidden!
Functional specifications
The “Era-P” range consists of portable models (“P”) while the “Era-W” range consists of wall-mounted models (“W”). • 1 or 6 “unit” models are available to send commands to, as well as models with commands for the management of the weather sensors. • Some models are provided with a hook to temporarily hang the transmitter on the wall, others are provided with a plate to mount it on the wall. To install this accessory please refer to Fig. 2 or 3. • Fig. 1 reports all the keys which may be on the transmitters, based on the model. Their use is as follows:
- A – “Unit” keys (only in the P6, P6S, W6, and W6S models): are required to select the automation mechanism/s to send the commands to. While memorizing the transmitter, it is necessary to program at least one of these keys, as-sociating at least one automation mechanism/s to them. This makes the key a “unit for the reception of the commands”, meaning that the automation mechanisms associated with it will receive the same commands during the use of the transmitter. The other keys available may be programmed similarly, based on the system’s needs. For all purposes, it is like having 6 independent transmitters in a single command device.
- B – Command keys (in all the models): are required to send the rise (▲), stop (■), and lower (▼) commands. In the P6, P6S, W6, and W6S models, before sending a command, select the “unit” to send the command to.
- C – Control keys of the automatic commands (only in the P1S, P6S, W1S, and W6S models): the key enables (the key disables) the reception by the motor of the automatic commands transmitted by any weather sensor in the installation. When is pressed the system sets the automatic operating mode of the automation mechanism whereas when is pressed the system sets the manual operating mode of the automation mechanism. The “Wind” sensor may not be disabled since it is required to protect the automation mechanism from wind damage. With the automatic operating mode enabled, the user may send manual commands at any time. For more information please refer to the manual of the automation mechanism and the weather sensor.
- D – Programming keys (in all the models): in the compatible motors (e.g. those of the Era Mat range), these keys are required to simplify the performance of the programming procedures: the PRG key speeds up the access to the procedures, whereas the ESC key speeds up the exit from them. To access the keys remove the battery cover.
In the P6, P6S, W6, and W6S models: during the execution of the procedures, when pressing these keys is required, it is necessary to first select the single “unit” where the procedure is being performed.
TESTING THE TRANSMITTER
Before memorizing the transmitter in the receiver of the motor, check its
proper operation by pressing any key and observing whether the LED lights up
(fig. 1-E). If it does not, refer to the section entitled “Replacing the
Battery” in this manual.
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS OF THE TRANSMITTER
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Select a “unit” to send a command to (only for the P6, P6S, W6, and W6S models)
With these transmitter models, before sending a command, it is necessary to select the “unit” (i.e. the automation mechanisms associated with this) to send the command to. After selecting the unit, its LED remains lit for a few seconds and, before it turns off, it is possible to select other units to be added to the first selected (to eliminate a unit selected by mistake, turn off its LED by briefly pressing the associated key). After selecting the units desired, when their LEDs automatically turn off, the units will remain in the transmitter’s memory until a new unit/s is/are selected. While they remain in the memory it will be possible to send them commands without having to select them first. -
Enable or disable the reception of the automatic commands sent from a weather sensor
(only for the P1S, P6S, W1S, W6S models)
With these transmitter models, it is possible to enable or disable the reception of the automatic commands coming from any weather sensor connected (e.g. the “Sun” automatism mechanisms). For good management of the automation mechanisms connected to the weather sensors, we advise using a single transmitter provided with keys to enable or disable automatic commands.
Only for the P6S and W6S models: in these transmitters, before enabling or disabling the operating mode, it is necessary to select the “unit/s” to which the setting must be sent. While using these transmitters, to check whether the units are enabled or disabled, just select these one at a time and observe the state of the LEDs: -
function enabled;
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function disabled;
Note – If more units are selected and the two LEDs appear to be off, this means that there is at least one unit that has the automatic commands enabled.
MEMORISING THE TRANSMITTER
To memorize the transmitter in a control unit (or in a receiver) it is
possible to choose one of the following procedures, compatible with the
presence of this in the manual of the control unit or the receiver:
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A – Memorisation in “Mode I”
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B – Memorisation in “Mode II”
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C – Memorisation of a new transmitter through another already memorised
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D – Memorisation through the “Enable Code” received from a
previously memorized transmitter -
The detailed instructions for each procedure are reported in the instruction manual of the motor or the control unit with which you want to make the transmitter work. These manuals are also available on the website: www.niceforyou.com. Since in the manuals the transmitter keys may be identified with symbols or numbers, please refer to Fig. 1-B to know the correspondence between these and the transmitter keys.
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A – Memorisation in “Mode I”
This mode automatically transfers, all together, the various commands available in the motor, in the various keys available on the transmitter, without giving the installer the possibility of changing the combination among commands and keys. In other words, during the execution of the procedure that memorizes the transmitter in this mode, the system automatically combines the commands available in the motor with each key on the transmitter. At the end of the procedure, each key will be combined with a certain command, according to the factory set layout. -
B – Memorisation in “Mode II”
This mode manually combines one of the commands available in the motor with one of the transmitter keys, giving the installer the possibility of choosing the command and the key desired. In other words, during the execution of the procedure that memorises the transmitter in this mode, the installer automatically combines the command desired (among those available in the motor) with the desired key of the transmitter. At the end of the procedure, to memorize another key with another command desired, it will be necessary to repeat the procedure once again.
Attention! – Each automation mechanism has its list of commands that can be memorized in Mode II; therefore con-sult the manual of the motor or the control unit to choose the command you want to combine with the transmitter key. -
C – Memorisation of a new transmitter through another already memorized
This procedure memorizes additional transmitters if at least one transmitter is already memorized in the motor. The procedure memorizes a new transmitter in the motor, by working at a maximum distance of 20m from this, together with another transmitter already memorized in the same motor. The procedure lets the new transmitter memorize the same commands as the one already memorized. -
D – Memorisation through the “Enable Code” Important – This procedure is specific for the motors and the control units which are part of the Era Nice line.
The transmitters of the Era-P and Era-W ranges have an “en-able code”. The transfer of this code from an already memorised transmitter (old) to a transmitter to be memorized (new) allows the latter to be recognized by the motor and, therefore, be automatically memorized by this during the sending of the first commands. Attention! – the transfer may take place only between transmitters belonging to the Era-P and Era-W ranges. The procedure is as follows:
1. Put the two transmitters close together as shown in fig. 6 (for Era P), or fig. 7 (for Era W), and keep the two at-tached together until the end of the procedure.
2. **On the “new” transmitter:** keep ▲ pressed (in the P6, P6S, W6, and W6S models, briefly press first the “unit” in which you want to memorise the enable code) and then release the key after the LED (with light steady) turns on on the “old” transmitter. Release the key and the LED starts flashing.
3. **03\. On the “old” transmitter:**
1. **in the P1, P1S, W1, W1S models:** press and release ▼. When the key is released the LEDs of the two transmitters flash for some time (= enable code transferred).
2. **in the P6, P6S, W6, W6S models:** press and release the unit key which contains the enable code to be transferred. When the key is released the LEDs of the two transmitters flash for some time (= enable code transferred).During the procedure, any error is signalled by the LED with the following fast flashes:
- 10 flashes = communication error between the devices.
- 15 flashes = memorisation failed due to time limit exceeded.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
When the batteries run down, the range of the transmitter is significantly
reduced. When pressing any key you will find that the LED takes a while to
light up (= batteries almost exhausted) and that the brightness of the LED is
dimmed (= batteries com-pletely exhausted). In these cases, in order to
restore the nor-mal operation of the transmitter, you need to replace the
exhausted batteries with two of the same type, observing the polarity shown in
fig. 4 or 5). Battery disposal
Attention! – Exhausted batteries contain polluting substances; therefore
they may not be disposed of together with unsorted household waste. They must
be disposed of separately, according to the regulations locally in force.
DISPOSING OF THE PRODUCT
This product is an integral part of the automation system it controls and thus
must be disposed of along with it. As in installation operations, at the end
of the product’s lifespan, disposal operations must be performed by qualified
personnel. The product is made of various types of materials: some of them may
be recycled, while others cannot. Find out about recycling and disposal
systems in use in your area for this product category.
Attention! – some parts of the product may contain polluting or hazardous
substances which, if released into the environment, may cause serious damage
to the environment or to human health. As indicated by the symbol appearing
here, the product may not be dis-posed of with other household wastes.
Separate the waste into categories for disposal, according to the methods
established by current legislation in your area, or return the product to the
retailer when purchasing a new ver-sion. Attention! – local regulations may
provide for heavy fines if the product is disposed of inappropriately.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PRODUCT
Power supply: 2 1.5 Vdc AAA alkaline batteries ■ Battery life: approx. 2 years, with 10 transmissions a day ■ Fre-quency: 433.92 MHz (±100 kHz) ■ Radiated power: ap-prox. 1 mW E.R.P. ■ Radio coding: standard O-Code (Flo-R compatible); 72 bit rolling code ■ Operating temperature: -20°C; +55°C ■ Estimated range: 200 m (outside); 35 m (in-side buildings) (*) ■ Protection class: IP 40 (for household use or in protected environments) ■ Dimensions: Era-P: 49 x 150 x 14 mm; Era-W: 80 x 80 x 15 mm ■ Weight: Era-P: 85 g; Era-W: 70 g
Notes: • (*) The range of the transmitters and the reception capacity of the Receivers are greatly affected by the presence of other devices (such as: alarms, radio headsets, etc..) oper-ating in your area at the same frequency. In these cases, Nice cannot offer any warranty regarding the actual range of its de-vices. • All technical specifications stated in this section refer to an ambient temperature of 20°C (± 5°C). • Nice S.p.a. re-serves the right to apply modifications to products at any time when deemed necessary, maintaining the same intended use and functionalities.
CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Note: The contents of this declaration correspond to declarations in the official document filed in the offices of Nice S.p.a., and particularly the latest version thereof available prior to the printing of this manual. The text herein has been adapted to meet editorial requirements. A copy of the original declaration may be requested from Nice S.p.a.(TV) I.
Declaration number: 424/ERA-P-W; Language:
The undersigned Luigi Paro, in the role of Managing Director of NICE S.p.A.
(via Pezza Alta no. 13, 31046 Rustignè di Oderzo (TV), Italy), declares under
his sole responsibility that the products P1, P1S, P6, P6S, W1, W1S, W6, W6S
conform to the essential requirements stated in the European directive
1999/5/CE (9 March 1999), for the intended use of products. In accordance with
the same directive (appendix V), the prod-uct is class 1 and marked CE 0682
Mr. Luigi Paro (Managing Director)
FAQs
- Q: Can I use the transmitter for any purpose other than controlling awnings, sunblinds, or blinds?
- A: No, using the transmitter for other purposes is improper and forbidden.
- Q: How far can I be from the motor when memorizing a new transmitter?
- A: The maximum distance for memorization is 20m from the motor.