Z-Wave.Me Dual Paddle Wall Controller 1.4

Firmware Version: 1.4

Quick Start Guide

The following paragraphs provide more detailed information on using this device.

The device can be in operation mode or setup mode. Holding all buttons for 5 seconds switches the controller to setup mode (the green LED will start to blink slowly). In setup mode, button 3 is for inclusion/exclusion from the Z-Wave controller network, button 2 is for wake-up and sending an Information Packet, button 4 is for adding associations, and button 1 is for inclusion/exclusion in NWI mode. Exiting setup mode occurs after 10 seconds if no button is pressed.

General Information about Z-Wave

Z-Wave is a popular home automation standard that unites devices for controlling lights, blinds, audio-video equipment, heating, as well as sensors and meters, into a single intelligent network. Z-Wave operates wirelessly. Thanks to the absence of wires, automating homes and offices has become fast, simple, and inexpensive.

Most radio systems create direct channels between sender and receiver. Radio signals are weakened by any obstacle in their path (walls, furniture, and other objects), which can lead to a complete loss of communication between devices. The advantage of the intelligent Z-Wave system lies in routing: Z-Wave devices can act not only as receivers and transmitters but also as repeaters. If direct communication between two devices is not possible, the system can route the signal through other devices in the network, increasing the effective communication range.

Z-Wave has two-way communication. Devices not only send signals but also receive delivery confirmations. If a transmission fails, the system will attempt to deliver the command via another route. You can also request the current status of devices during control.

The scalability of a Z-Wave network is achieved through full compatibility between devices. Z-Wave is an entire ecosystem of devices from different manufacturers working together. The ability to gradually expand the network allows for phased automation of a space.

Z-Wave uses the 869 MHz frequency band. Each Z-Wave network has its own unique identifier, allowing for the deployment of many independent networks in neighboring apartments. Z-Wave avoids the problems found in frequency bands with poor regulatory oversight, such as 433 MHz.

Z-Wave divides devices into Controllers and Slaves. Slaves are typically sensors (S) that transmit measured values or actuators (relays, dimmers, ...) (A) capable of performing certain actions with equipment. Controllers can be static, mains-powered (C) (often implemented as routers), or portable, battery-powered, remote controls (R). This division leads to the following possible interaction scenarios between devices in a Z-Wave network.

Z-Wave Device Interaction Scenarios

Diagram illustrating Z-Wave device interaction types: S (Sensor), A (Actuator), C (Controller), R (Remote/Repeater), showing potential communication paths.

• 1. Controllers control actuators
• 2. Actuators send reports on their state changes back to the controller
• 3. Sensors send reports with measured values to the controller
• 4. Sensors control actuators
• 5. Actuators control other actuators
• 6. Remote controls send commands to the controller, triggering scenes and other actions
• 7. Remote controls send commands directly to actuators

A controller can be primary or secondary. Only one controller in a network can be primary; it manages the network and handles device inclusion/exclusion. Controllers in the form of remotes have an additional function of control via buttons. All other controllers in the network cannot manage the network or include/exclude devices but can control other devices; they are called secondary controllers. The diagram shows that sensors cannot communicate with a battery-powered remote controller; they communicate only with a static controller connected to the 230V mains.

Device Description

The Z-Wave.Me Dual Paddle Wall Controller is a Z-Wave device that can control other Z-Wave devices and activate scenes on a controller. Although the switch can control other devices, it cannot act as a controller (primary or secondary). Therefore, for it to function, it must be included in an existing Z-Wave network. The dual-paddle switch can operate in 5 different modes, which can be configured using parameters:

1. Direct control of associated devices with On/Off/Dim commands
2. Direct control of associated devices with On/Off commands
3. All devices On/All devices Off
4. Scene activation on the controller
5. Activation of pre-configured scenes on the controller

Power Supply

The device is powered by batteries. Use only batteries of the specified type. Never use old and new batteries simultaneously in the same device. Used batteries contain harmful substances and should not be disposed of with household waste!

Battery Type: 1 * CR2032

Installation and Mounting

The device comes with a battery installed and is ready to use. To check its functionality, press any button; the LED should light up.

To replace the battery, remove the paddles, take out the old battery, and insert a new one, observing polarity.

The device can operate in two different modes: operation and setup.

• Operation Mode: In this mode, the switch controls other devices.
• Setup Mode: To enter setup mode, press and hold all 4 buttons for 5 seconds.

The LED will start to blink green slowly. In setup mode, each button has its own function. If no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the device will return to operation mode. If a button is pressed, a specific action will be performed, after which the device will return to operation mode.

Inclusion into a Z-Wave Network and Exclusion

By default, the device is not in the network. For the device to communicate with other devices, it must be added to an existing Z-Wave network; this process is called Inclusion. The device can also be removed from the network; this process is called Exclusion. Both processes are initiated by the primary controller. Refer to your controller's manual to learn how to put it into inclusion or exclusion mode. A device can only be added to or removed from the network if the primary controller is in inclusion/exclusion mode. When a device is excluded from the network, it is reset to factory settings.

If the device was previously included in another network and you want to include it in your network, you must first exclude it; otherwise, the inclusion process will not work. If you want to include a controller that was previously primary in another network, you must first reset it (Reset controller) and only then include it in the network.

To include the switch into the Z-Wave network, put your controller into inclusion mode, then press and hold all buttons for 5 seconds and press button 3. To exclude the switch from the network, put your controller into exclusion mode, then press and hold all buttons for 5 seconds and press button 3.

Using the Device

Depending on the button mode and operation mode settings, the switch operates differently.

Button Modes:

Separate

In this mode, devices from association groups are controlled by a single button. A single press turns the light on, a double press turns it off, holding the button smoothly turns the light on, and pressing and holding smoothly turns it off. The group number corresponds to the button number.

Paired without double-clicks (default mode)

• Devices in association group 1 are controlled by a single press of buttons #1 and #3
• Devices in association group 2 are controlled by a single press of buttons #2 and #4

Pressing the upper button turns the device on, pressing the lower button turns it off. In the case of a dimmer, holding the upper button smoothly turns the light on, holding the lower button smoothly turns it off. Releasing the button stops the smooth light change.

Paired with double-clicks

• Devices in association group 3 are controlled by a double-press of buttons #1 and #3
• Devices in association group 4 are controlled by a double-press of buttons #2 and #4

A double-press on the upper button turns the device on, a double-press on the lower button turns it off. In the case of a dimmer, pressing and holding the upper button smoothly turns the light on, pressing and holding the lower button smoothly turns it off. Releasing the button stops the smooth light change.

Modes of Operation:

Direct control of associated devices with On/Off/Dim commands (Default mode)

Devices are controlled by Basic Set On/Off and SwitchMultilevel Dim Start/Stop commands.

Direct control of associated devices with On/Off commands

Devices are controlled by Basic Set On/Off commands. Long presses still send On/Off commands.

All On/All Off

In this mode, all surrounding devices receive SwitchAll Set On/Off commands, which they interpret according to their membership in SwitchAll groups.

Scene Activation

If the controller is configured correctly, scenes can be triggered using the switch. A scene number consists of two digits: the first digit is the group number, and the second digit is the action performed by the button. The following actions are available:

• 1 = On
• 2 = Off
• 3 = Dim Up Start
• 4 = Dim Down Start
• 5 = Dim Up Stop
• 6 = Dim Down Stop

Example: A single/double press on button 1 will trigger scene 11 (button 1 press, On event) and scene 12 (button 1 double-press, Off event).

Pre-configured Scene Activation

Devices in association groups are controlled by special commands defined by the 'Scene Controller Configuration' command class. Each button corresponds to a scene number: button #1 = scene #1, button #2 = scene #2, button #3 = scene #3, button #4 = scene #4. This mode expands the capabilities of the Direct Control mode. It is used for operation with Vera controllers.

Direct control means devices communicate directly with each other without the controller's involvement.

Actions performed in operation mode:

• Button 1 – Inclusion/Exclusion of the device from the Z-Wave network in NWI mode; the device can be included into the network via other devices. Excluding the device from the network resets its factory settings.
• Button 2 – Sending an information packet and waking up the device. (see explanation below)
• Button 3 – Inclusion/Exclusion of the device from the Z-Wave network; the device must be in direct line of sight of the controller. Excluding the device from the network resets its factory settings.
• Button 4 – Adding another device to an association group.

Child Lock

The device can be put into child lock mode. In this mode, all local control is disabled.

In child lock mode, the device can only be controlled remotely (via a controller or other devices). The device will not respond to button presses. However, the lock can be temporarily disabled for local use by pressing and holding any of the four buttons for 5 seconds. The lock will automatically re-enable after 5 seconds.

Wake-up Interval - How to Communicate with a Battery-Powered Device?

This device is battery-powered, so it spends most of its time in a sleep state to conserve power. Static controllers are required to send messages to such devices. They queue commands that need to be sent to the device and send them when the device wakes up. Communication with a battery-powered device is impossible without a static controller.

This device periodically wakes up and sends a Wake-up Notification to the controller. To receive Wake-up Notifications, the controller needs the wake-up interval and controller node ID to be set. If the device was included into the network using a static controller, the controller usually makes these settings automatically. When setting the wake-up interval, remember that the more frequently the device wakes up, the faster the batteries will drain, but the more detailed the information received from the device will be over time. Therefore, a compromise must be found between battery life and the frequency of received information.

The switch will remain awake for 2.5 seconds after being included in the network, allowing the controller to configure it. You can manually wake the device by pressing and holding all buttons for 5 seconds (setup mode), then pressing button 2.

The minimum settable wake-up interval for the switch is 240 seconds. This means the switch will wake up every 240 seconds. It is highly recommended to set a much longer wake-up interval to save battery. Upon waking, it reports battery status and updates child lock settings. To disable the wake-up function entirely, set the destination node to Node 0.

If the node ID is set to 255, the device will send a broadcast Wake-up Notification. This will inform all devices about the wake-up. However, the battery-powered device will not sleep for as long and will consume more battery power.

Information Packet (NIF)

An Information Packet (NIF) is the 'business card' of Z-Wave devices. It contains information about the device type and its capabilities. Device inclusion and exclusion from the network are confirmed by the Information Packet. Additionally, the Information Packet may be required for certain network operations.

To retrieve the Information Packet from the device, press and hold all buttons for 5 seconds, then press button 2.

LED Indication and Control

1. Green 1 second – command delivered

2. Red 1 second – command not delivered

3. Solid long, short off – Inclusion in NWI mode

4. Slow blinking green – Setup mode

5. Short solid, long off – Waiting for NIF

6. 1 short blink – Button press confirmation

Associations

Z-Wave devices can control other Z-Wave devices. The link between the command sender and the receiver is called an association. Associations are used when it is necessary to send commands to specific devices upon certain events (user interaction, changes in environmental parameters, or by timer). Each event can correspond to its own list of receivers, called an association group.

Refer to your Z-Wave controller's operation manual for association setup. PC controllers and Z-Wave routers offer a more comfortable and flexible way to configure association groups and other device parameters.

Association Groups:

Adding and Removing Devices from Associations

Devices can be added to or removed from associations using Z-Wave commands or directly from the devices themselves.

To control another device using the switch, you need to add the device to one of the four association groups. This can be done using a controller.

Configuration Parameters

All Z-Wave devices work immediately after being included in the network, but changing some settings can help adapt the device better to your needs and unlock new functionality.

Important: Some controllers use signed values for parameter settings. To set parameter values in the range of 128-255 for 1-byte parameters and 32768-65535 for 2-byte parameters, you should send the desired value minus 256 and 65536 respectively. For example, to set a value of 200 for a 1-byte parameter, enter 200 - 256 = -56, and to set a value of 36000 for a 2-byte parameter, enter 36000 - 65536 = -29536.

Button Pair 1 & 3 Operation Mode (Parameter #1, Size 1)

In separate mode, button 1 controls group 1, and button 3 controls group 3. Press is On, hold is Dim Up, double-press is Off, press-hold is Down. In paired mode, 1/3 is Up/Down respectively. Click is On/Off, holds are Dim Up/Down. A single click controls group 1, a double click controls group 3.

Button Pair 2 & 4 Operation Mode (Parameter #2, Size 1)

In separate mode, button 2 controls group 2, and button 4 controls group 4. Press is On, hold is Dim Up, double-press is Off, press-hold is Down. In paired mode, 2/4 is Up/Down respectively. Click is On/Off, holds are Dim Up/Down. A single click controls group 2, a double click controls group 4.

Actions for Group 1 (Parameter #11, Size 1)

In the 'Only On/Off' mode, the command sent during Dim Up is 'On', and during Dim Down is 'Off'. In Scene mode, the scene number is calculated as: (10 * group + ActionID), where ActionID is: 1 = On, 2 = Off, 3 = Dim Up Start, 4 = Dim Down Start, 5 = Dim Up Stop, 6 = Dim Down Stop. Example: In 'Paired without double-clicks' mode, pressing button 1 (group 1) will send the command 10 * 1 + 1 (On) = 11.

Actions for Group 2 (Parameter #12, Size 1)

In the 'Only On/Off' mode, the command sent during Dim Up is 'On', and during Dim Down is 'Off'. In Scene mode, the scene number is calculated as: (10 * group + ActionID), where ActionID is: 1 = On, 2 = Off, 3 = Dim Up Start, 4 = Dim Down Start, 5 = Dim Up Stop, 6 = Dim Down Stop. Example: In 'Paired without double-clicks' mode, pressing button 2 (group 2) will send the command 10 * 2 + 1 (On) = 21.

Actions for Group 3 (Parameter #13, Size 1)

In the 'Only On/Off' mode, the command sent during Dim Up is 'On', and during Dim Down is 'Off'. In Scene mode, the scene number is calculated as: (10 * group + ActionID), where ActionID is: 1 = On, 2 = Off, 3 = Dim Up Start, 4 = Dim Down Start, 5 = Dim Up Stop, 6 = Dim Down Stop. Example: In 'Paired without double-clicks' mode, pressing button 3 (group 1) will send the command 10 * 1 + 2 (Off) = 12.

Actions for Group 4 (Parameter #14, Size 1)

In the 'Only On/Off' mode, the command sent during Dim Up is 'On', and during Dim Down is 'Off'. In Scene mode, the scene number is calculated as: (10 * group + ActionID), where ActionID is: 1 = On, 2 = Off, 3 = Dim Up Start, 4 = Dim Down Start, 5 = Dim Up Stop, 6 = Dim Down Stop. Example: In 'Paired without double-clicks' mode, pressing button 4 (group 2) will send the command 10 * 2 + 2 (Off) = 22.

Characteristic Press Time (Parameter #20, Size 1)

Characteristic time to distinguish between press, hold, and double-press.

Send All On/All Off Commands (Parameter #21, Size 1)

Invert Buttons (Parameter #22, Size 1)

LED Confirmation Mode (Parameter #24, Size 1)

Allows saving battery power.

Send unsolicited Battery Report upon wake-up (Parameter #30, Size 1)

Command Classes

Supported Command Classes

• Scene Controller Configuration (version 1)
• Configuration (version 1)
• Manufacturer Specific (version 1)
• Protection (version 1)
• Node Naming and Location (version 1)
• Battery (version 1)
• Wake Up (version 2)
• Association (version 2)
• Version (version 1)
• Multi Channel Association (version 2)

Technical Specifications

Z-Wave Glossary

• Controller – a Z-Wave device capable of creating and modifying a Z-Wave network. Controllers are typically routers, remote controls, or battery-powered switches.
• Slave – a Z-Wave device without network control capabilities. Slaves can be sensors, switches (relays, dimmers), or remote controls.
• Primary Controller – the central manager of a Z-Wave network. This device must be a controller. Only one controller in a network can be primary.
• Inclusion – the process of adding a device to an existing Z-Wave network.
• Exclusion – the process of removing a device from a Z-Wave network.
• Association – a relationship between a controlling and a controlled device.
• Wakeup Notification – a special radio message sent by Z-Wave devices to indicate they are ready to communicate after sleep.
• Information Packet (Node Information Frame, NIF) – a special radio message sent by Z-Wave devices to inform about their capabilities and functions.

Storage and Disposal Instructions

The product includes batteries. For long-term storage, be sure to remove the batteries.

Store in a dry, heated room at temperatures from +5°C to +40°C, avoiding direct sunlight. Storage life is unlimited.

Devices containing electronic components and batteries should not be disposed of with household waste. They must be collected and disposed of in accordance with local regulations and rules.