Nice FGD-212 Remotely Controlled Light Dimming Module Instruction Manual

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Dimmer-Control
Remotely controlled light dimming module
EN - Instructions and warnings for installation and use
v 3.2

1 WARNINGS AND GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
· This manual contains important instructions and warnings for personal safety. Carefully read all parts of this manual. If in doubt, suspend installation immediately and contact Nice Technical Assistance.
· Using this product for different purposes than specified in this manual is strictly forbidden! · All installation and connection operations must be performed exclusively by suitably qualified and skilled personnel with the
unit disconnected from the mains power supply. · The product packaging materials must be disposed of in full compliance with local regulations. · Never apply modifications to any part of the device. Operations other than those specified can cause malfunctions. The manufacturer declines
all liability for damage caused by makeshift modifications to the product. · Never place the device near the sources of heat or expose to naked flames. These actions can damage the product and cause malfuntions. · Don't use the product in damp or wet locations, near a bathtub, sink, shower, swimming pool, or anywhere else where water or moisture are
present. · This product isn't intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or who lack experience
and knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety. · Make sure children don't play with the product. · The device is designed to operate in an electrical home installation. Faulty connection or use can result in a fire or electric shock. · Even when the device is turned off, voltage can be present at its terminals. Any maintenance introducing changes to the configuration of con-
nections or the loads must be always performed with a disabled fuse. · It is not recommended to operate all of the roller blinds simultaneously. For safety reasons, at least one roller blind should be controlled inde-
pendently, providing safe escape route in case of emergency.
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Remotely controlled light dimming module is designed to work with various types of light sources. It may be connected to two-wire or three-wire configuration so it can operate with or without neutral lead. Dimmer-Control can switch or dim connected light source either through radio waves or through the wall switch connected directly to it. New Dimmer-Control is equipped with an algorithm of smart light source detection which makes configuration easier and ensures high compatibility of the device. It may be used as a switch with non-dimmable light sources (in 3-wire connection).
2.1 - Main features of Dimmer-Control: · Is compatible with any Z-Wave® or Z-Wave Plus® hub · Is controlled by Yubii Home or any other Z-Wave application · Is equipped with an advanced microprocessor control · Implements algorithm of smart light source detection · Auto-adjust the appropriate control mode to connected load · Has active power and energy metering functionality · Has soft start function · Memorizes the last lighting level settings · Works with various types of switches such as momentary, toggle, three-way · Ha an active element: semiconductor electronic switch · Can be installed in wall switch boxes of dimensions allowing for installation, conforming to provisions of applicable regulations
2.2 - Full compatibility with Z-Wave Plus® devices This device can be used with all devices accredited with the Z-Wave® Plus certificate and is compatible with such devices produced by other manufacturers. All non-battery operated devices within the network act as repeaters to increase reliability of the network. The device is a Security Enabled Z-Wave® Plus product and a Security Enabled Z-Wave® hub must be used to fully utilize the product.
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3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Dimmer-Control is produced by Nice S.p.A. (TV).
Note All technical specifications stated in this section refer to an ambient temperature of 20 °C (± 5 °C). Nice S.p.A. reserves the right to apply modifications to the product at any time when deemed necessary, while maintaining the same functionalities and intended use.

Table 1 - Dimmer-Control - Hardware parameters

Parameter

Values / types

Type

in-wall/flush box mounted control unit for remote light control

Power supply

100240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption

< 1.3 W

Radio protocol

Z-Wave (500 series chip)

Radio frequency band

· 868.4 or 869.8 MHz EU · 908.4 or 916.0 MHz US · 921.4 or 919.8 MHz ANZ · 869.0 MHz RU · 920.9, 921.7 or 923.1 MHz TW

Max. transmitting power

+6dBm

Range
Operational temperature For installation in boxes Operational current Device temperature protection Active element Device control Dimensions (Height × Width × Depth)

· up to 50 m outdoors, · up to 40 m indoors Depending on the terrain and building structure. The transceiver range is strongly influenced by other devices operating at the same frequency with continuous transmission, such as alarms and radio headphones which interfere with the control unit transceiver.
0 - 35°C
Ø 50 mm, depth 60 mm
0.25 - 1.1 A
105°C
semiconductor electronic switch remotely - radio waves; directly - external switch
42.5 x 38.25 x 20.3 mm

Note
Occasional flickering of the lighting may be the result of ripple-control signals from the electricity supplier. The occurrence and magnitude of this effect depends on the country, region and time of the day. The effect is more frequent in 2-wire installation, on low dimming levels and with LED light sources. Voltage drops, dips and harmonics may also cause flickering.

4 SUPPORTED LOADS
As a dimmer it operates under the following loads: · 230V operated conventional incandescent and halogen light sources · 12V operated ELV halogen lamps and dimmable LED bulbs (with electronic transformers) · 12V operated MLV halogen lamps (with ferromagnetic transformers) · Dimmable LED bulbs · Dimmable compact fluorescent CFL tube lamps · Supported dimmable light sources (power factor > 0.5) with minimal power of 5VA using LED Adaptor (depending on the type of load)
Without dimming function, it can work with: · Compact fluorescent CFL tube lamps with electronic ballast · Fluorescent tube lamps with electronic ballast · LED bulbs (power factor > 0.7) · Supported light sources (power factor > 0.5) with minimal power of 5VA using LED Adaptor (depending on the type of load)
Applied load and Dimmer-Control itself can be damaged if the applied load is inconsistent with the technical specifications!
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When connecting Dimmer-Control act in accordance with the following rules: · Don't connect loads greater or less than those recommended. · Don't connect different types of light sources simultaneously. · Don't connect the power supply without a load. · Don't connect more than one transformer with Dimmer-Control output. · When using magnetic transformer load it with 50% of its nominal power at minimum. · Minimize number of electronic transformers in a circuit, noises caused by them in electrical grids may affect Dimmer's operation.
Note Dimmer-Control supports only compact fluorescent tube lamps and fluorescent tube lamps with electronic ballast. Don't connect other types of fluorescent lamps!

Dimmer-Control uses different operating modes to control following types of loads: · "Trailing edge" for resistive loads (R) · "Trailing edge" for resistive-capacitive loads (RC) · "Leading edge" for resistive-inductive loads (RL)
Note Some types of the LED bulbs and compact fluorescent lamps are designed to work in leading edge operating mode.

Table 2 - Recommended values of power for supported loads

Supported load types

220-240V~

Resistive loads
Conventional incandescent and halogen light sources
Resistive-capacitive loads
Fluorescent tube lamp (compact / with electronic ballast), electronic transformer, LED

50-250W 50-200VA

Resistive-inductive loads Ferromagnetic transformers

50-220VA

5 LED ADAPTOR
LED Adaptor is designed to work with Dimmer-Control. It should be used in case of connecting LED bulbs or energy saving compact fluorescent lamps. LED Adaptor prevents flickering of the LED lights and glowing of the turned off compact fluorescent lamps. In the case of 2-wire connection, LED Adaptor allows to reduce minimum power of load required by Dimmer-Control for correct operation. The LED Adaptor provides powering of Dimmer-Control in case of controlling the low loads of minimum power down to 5VA (for cos>0.5).
Note · Dimmer-Control was designed to work only with the LED Adaptor. Connecting other devices may cause damage to Dimmer-Control. · In the case of 2-wire connection do not connect load below minimal power without the LED Adaptor. · LED Adaptor works only with Dimmer-Control in trailing edge mode. Don't connect the LED Adaptor to the Dimmer operating in leading edge mode. · LED Adaptor is sensitive to the frequent changes of the state of Dimmer-Control (alternate switching on and off).Significant changes in brightness
shouldn't be performed more than once per second.
Device installation: 1. Switch off the mains voltage (disable the fuse). 2. Connect the LED Adaptor in accordance with Figure 3. 3. Follow Dimmer-Control installation. 4. Force the calibration procedure with LED Adaptor using RED menu position or through setting parameter 13 to 2.

Table 3 - LED Adaptor technical details

Parameter

Value

Power supply

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Operational temperature

0-35°C

Dimensions (L x W x H)

31 mm x 22 mm x 13 mm

Power consumption

< 1.4 W

Load rated current

0.051.1 A

6 INSTALLATION
Danger of electrocution! · Dimmer-Control is designed to operate in electrical home installation. Faulty connection or use may result in fire or electric shock. · All works on the device need to be performed only by a qualified and licensed electrician. Observe national regulations. · Even when the device is turned off, voltage may be present at its terminals. Any maintenance introducing changes into the configuration of
connections or the load must be always performed with disabled fuse · Connecting the Dimmer-Control in a manner inconsistent with manual may cause risk to health, life or material damage. · Connect only in accordance with one of the figures. · Dimmer-Control should be installed in a wall switch box compliant with a relevant national safety standards and with depth no less than 60mm. · Electrical switches used in installation should be compliant with the relevant safety standards. · Length of wires used to connect the control switch should not exceed 20 m.

Notes for the figures: L - terminal for live lead S1 - terminal for switch no. 1 (has the option of entering the device in learning mode) S2 - terminal for switch no. 2 Sx - terminal for power supply to the switch connected to Dimmer-Control N - terminal for neutral lead
- output terminal of Dimmer-Control (controlling connected light source) B - service button (used to add/remove the device and navigate the menu)

B
Figure 1: Wiring diagram

Installation of the Dimmer-Control: 1. Switch off the mains voltage (disable the fuse). 2. Open the wall switch box. 3. Connect with one of following the diagrams. 4. After verifying correctness of connection switch on the mains voltage. 5. Wait around 30 s for the calibration process to end, light may blink during the process. 6. After successful calibration the device will be turned off by default. 7. Add the device to the Z-Wave network. 8. Turn off the mains voltage, then arrange the device and its antenna in a wall switch box. 9. Close the wall switch box and turn on the mains voltage.

Note
Switch connected to the S1 terminal is a master switch. It activates the basic functionality of Dimmer-Control (turning the light on/off, dimming) and starts the learning mode (Add/Remove). The switch connected to the S2 terminal is an optional switch and pushing it without changing the configuration parameters will not affect the status of the device. Functionality of the switches can be reversed by adjusting advanced parameter.

single switch L N

double switch L N

Figure 2: Wiring diagram - 2-wire connection

single switch L N

double switch L N

Figure 3: Wiring diagram - 3-wire connection

2-wire connection L N

3-wire connection L N

LED ADAPTOR

Figure 4: Wiring diagram - connecting the LED Adaptor

Figure 5: Wiring diagram - 3-way switch connection
Note. It isn't recommended to install different types of wall switches, such asmomentary, toggle, in a 3-way connection.
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Figure 6: Wiring diagram - momentary wall switches connection
Note After switching on the mains voltage LED indicator will signal Z-Wave network inclusion state with a color: · GREEN - device added · RED - device not added · RED/GREEN ALTERNATELY - Z-Wave error
7 ADDING DEVICE TO Z-WAVE NETWORK
· For toggle switches in default configuration perform six position changes. · In case of problems related to unknown configuration or type of external switch use the B-button to add/remove. · While adding Dimmer-Control to the network with connected toggle switch, ensure that all switch contact is open (off). Otherwise it will pre-
vent adding/removing the device to/from the network. · Removing Dimmer-Control from the Z-Wave network restores all the default parameters of the device, but doesn't reset power metering data. · Adding/removing is not possible during the calibration procedure. · Adding in security mode must be performed up to 2 meters from the hub.
Adding (Inclusion) - Z-Wave device learning mode, allowing to add the device to existing Z-Wave network.
To add the device to the Z-Wave network manually: 1. Place Dimmer-Control within the direct range of your Z-Wave hub. 2. Identify switch no. 1 (turns the light on) or the B-button (located on the device's housing). 3. Set the main hub in (security/non-security) add mode (see the hub manual). 4. Quickly, three times press switch no. 1 or the B-button. 5. Wait for the adding process to end. 6. Successful adding will be confirmed by the Z-Wave hub message.
8 REMOVING DEVICE FROM Z-WAVE NETWORK
Removing (Exclusion) - Z-Wave device learning mode, allowing to remove the device from existing Z-Wave network.
To remove the device from the Z-Wave network: 1. Place Dimmer-Control within the direct range of your Z-Wave hub. 2. Identify switch no. 1 (turns the light on) or the B-button (located on the device's housing). 3. Set the main controller in remove mode (see the hub manual). 4. Quickly, three times press switch no. 1 or the B-button. 5. Wait for the removing process to end. 6. Successful removing will be confirmed by the Z-Wave hub message. 7. Dimmer-Control will start the calibration process.
Notes · Removing the device restores all the default parameters of the device, but does not reset power metering data. · In case of problems with removing using the S1 switch, use B-button instead (located on the housing). · If parameter 40 enables scenes for triple S1 click, disable it or use B-button instead to remove the device. · If parameter 24 is set to 1, use S2 switch instead to remove the device.
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9 OPERATING DEVICE
9.1 - Controlling Dimmer-Control using switch Momentary switch (after releasing the switch a spring automatically pushes back and disconnects the switch): · Turning the light ON/OFF: change the position of switch no. 1. The Dimmer-Control is activated at previously set brightness level. · Brightening/dimming the light: hold switch no. 1 down. When the switch is held down, Dimmer-Control reaches the extreme value of 1% or 99%. · Turning the light ON completely: fast double-click switch no. 1. The Dimmer-Control sets the load at 99%.
Toggle switch (operates as a two-position switch, it has no spring that would set one position of the switch): · Turning the light ON/OFF: toggle switch no. 1. The Dimmer-Control will be activated always at previously set brightness level, · Turning the light ON completely: toggle twice switch no. 1. The Dimmer-Control will set the load at 99%.
9.2 - Controlling Dimmer-Control using command: ALL ON/ALL OFF in non-secure mode The Dimmer-Control responds to commands ALL ON/ALL OFF that may be sent by the Z-Wave hub. ALL ON/ALL OFF commands are usually implemented in the remote hubs using Z-Wave protocol, and they are used to issue commands directed to the entire system. By default, both commands ALL ON and ALL OFF are accepted. Settings may be changed by modifying the value of parameter 11. For more information, see 16- ADVANCED PARAMETERS. In this way the user may determine to which commands the device should respond.
Note Resetting the device isn't a recommended way of removing the device from the Z-Wave network. Use the reset procedure only if the primary hub is missing or inoperable.
9.3 - Resetting Dimmer-Control 1. Disconnect the power supply. 2. Remove Dimmer-Control from the wall switch box. 3. Connect the power supply. 4. Locate the B-button on the housing. 5. Press and hold the B-button to enter the menu mode. 6. Wait for the visual LED indicator to turn yellow. 7. Quickly release and click the B-button again. 8. After few seconds the device is restarted, which is signalled with the red LED indicator color. 9. The device enters the calibration mode.
9.4 - Controlling Dimmer-Control using the B-button Dimmer-Control is equipped with a B-button, which allows to use the MENU mode and additionally perform the following actions: 1x click: · alarm mode cancellation (flashing alarm) · exit the error mode · select the desired MENU option (if MENU mode is active) 3x click: · send the Node Info Z-Wave command frame (adding/removing) Holding: · enter the MENU mode (confirmed by the LED indicator)
9.5 - MENU mode & visual indications: Dimmer-Control has a MENU with each position indicated by the specified LED indicator colour. In order to enter the menu press the B-button and hold for at least 2 seconds. While the B-button is still pressed, LED indicator colour will change in the following sequence: · BLUE - initiate the load calibration procedure · RED - load calibration procedure with LED Adaptor · WHITE - activate turning the load on/off using the B-button · GREEN - reset the energy consumption data memory · VIOLET - initiate the Z-Wave network range test · YELLOW - reset the Dimmer-Control to factory defaults Release the B-button to choose the desired function and confirm your choice with the B-button click.
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10 CALIBRATION
Some types of LED and CF lamps are designed to operate in leading edge mode (with conventional dimmers). Information about proper operation mode of the bulb should be included in its manual. In this case you have to manually force the desired operating mode using parameter 30. During the calibration procedure, radio connection is disabled and Dimmer-Control doesn't respond to any commands. It may cause temporary problems with communication in the Z-Wave network. After completing the calibration, communication with the module is restored. Dimmer-Control is equipped with an algorithm of smart light source detection. Depending on the connected type of light source, it automatically adjusts an optimal control mode (leading edge for inductive loads, trailing edge for capacitive or resistive loads). The procedure of learning the light source type is called calibration. Calibration automatically adjusts maximum and minimum light levels (parameter 1 and 2). However, the installer is obliged to verify the proper operation of the device, according to control modes description. There is a small probability that calibration settings will require a manual correction. In a 2-wire connection for loads other than resistive parameter 1 settings must be adjusted manually. Calibration procedure is performed after removing the device from the Z-Wave network. If the device isn't included, after each power on/off calibration occurs. For the included device, calibration is performed in accordance with the parameter 35 settings.
Calibration may be forced: · by setting parameter 13 to 1 or 2 (without/with LED Adaptor). · through triple clicking and holding the main light switch (each hold for more than 5 seconds). · by selecting the appropriate MENU option using the B-button. For more information, see 9 - Operating device.
By default, calibration is performed without LED Adaptor. In case of connecting the LED Adaptor, it is required to force the appropriate calibration procedure using B-button menu or through parameter 13. The device saves the last calibration enforcement mode (with or without LED Adaptor).
The result of calibration is confirmed with the LED indicator glowing in one of the following colours: · GREEN - Light source recognized as dimmable, dimming levels set, brightness may be controlled using the S1 switch. · YELLOW - Light source recognized as non-dimmable, possibility to turn ON/OFF connected light with default parameters settings. · RED - Calibration procedure failed. Possible reasons: lack of connected load or connected light source exceeds maximum power, which
may be controlled by Dimmer-Control. · BLINKING RED - Calibration procedure failed. Possible reasons: installation failure or damaged load (causing activation of the overcurrent protection).

11 POWER AND ENERGY CONSUMPTION

Dimmer-Control allows for the active power and energy consumption monitoring. Data is sent to the main Z-Wave hub. Measuring is carried out by the most advanced micro-controller technology, assuring maximum accuracy and precision.
Electric active power - power that energy receiver is changing into a work or a heat. The unit of active power is Watt [W].
Electric energy - energy consumed by a device through a time period. Consumers of electricity in households are billed by suppliers on the basis of active power used in given unit of time. Most commonly measured in kilowatt-hour [kWh]. One kilowatt-hour is equal to one kilowatt of power consumed over period of one hour, 1kWh = 1000Wh.
Note · Dimmer-Control in the 3-wire connection has the power and energy measurement function. In case of the 2-wire connection this function is
available only for load of cos 0.99. In other cases power is estimated and can differ from actual power consumed by the device. · Dimmer-Control stores periodically (every 5 minutes) the consumption data in the device memory. Disconnecting the module from the power
supply doesn't erase the energy consumption data.

Resetting consumption memory Dimmer-Control allows to erase stored consumption data in three ways: a) By resetting the device. b) Using functionality of a Z-Wave hub (see the hub manual). c) Manually clearing the data using the following procedure:
1. Make sure that the device is connected to the power supply. 2. Press and hold the B-button for a few seconds, until LED indicator glows GREEN. 3. Release the B-button. 4. Press the B-button briefly. 5. Energy consumption memory has been erased.

Table 4 - Table of power measurement accuracy

Load type

3-wire connection

Brightness > 70%

Brightness < 70%

2-wire connection

Brightness > 70%

Brightness < 70%

Resistive load

+/- (0.5 % + 0.2W)

+/- (2 % + 0.2W)

+/- (4 % + 0.2W)

Resistive-inductive load +/- (0.5 % + 0.2W)

+/- (2 % + 0.2W) Power metering approximate* Power metering approximate*

Resisitve-capacitive load +/- (0.5 % + 0.2W)

+/- (2 % + 0.2W) Power metering approximate* Power metering approximate*

* Measurements in this case are only illustrative, returned values may differ from the actual measurement. In the case of reporting incorrect values change the values of parameters 58 and 59.
Note Power measurement in the 2-wire connection doesn't include mains voltage fluctuations within +/- 10%.

12 ASSOCIATIONS
Association (linking devices) - direct control of other devices within the Z-Wave network using the wall switch connected to Dimmer-Control. The association enables Dimmer-Control to control directly a device included in Z-Wave network, such as another Dimmer, Relay Switch, Roller Shutter or scene (may be controlled only through a Z-Wave hub). Association ensures direct transfer of control commands between devices, is performed without participation of the main hub and requires associated device to be in the direct range. The Dimmer-Control supports the operation of multichannel devices. Multichannel devices are devices that include two or more circuits inside one physical unit.
The Dimmer-Control provides the association of five groups: · The 1st Association Group "Lifeline" reports state of the device. Main Z-Wave Plus network hub should be added to this group. The "Lifeline"
group can handle only one device. It is not recommended to modify this group. · The 2nd Association Group "On/Off (S1)" is assigned to switch no. 1. Sends BASIC command class frame according to the state of the device. · The 3rd Association Group "Dimmer (S1)" is assigned to switch no. 1. Sends MULTILEVEL SWITCH command class frame. Allows sending
dim/brighten command to associated devices. · The 4th Association Group "On/Off (S2)" is assigned to switch no. 2. Sends BASIC command class frame according to the state of the device. · The 5th Association Group "Dimmer (S2)" is assigned to switch no. 2. Sends MULTILEVEL SWITCH command class frame. Allows sending
dim/brighten command to associated devices.
Dimmer-Control in 2nd to 5th group enables controlling 8 regular or multichannel devices per an association group, with the exception of "LifeLine" that is reserved solely for the Z-Wave hub and hence only 1 node can be assigned. It isn't recommended to associate more than 10 devices in general, as the response time to control commands depends on the number of associated devices. In extreme cases, system response may be delayed.
13 Z-WAVE RANGE TEST
The device has a built in Z-Wave network main hub range tester. Note · To make Z-Wave range test possible, the device needs to be added to the Z-Wave hub. Testing may stress the network, so it's recommended
to perform the test only in special cases. · Communication mode of the device may switch between direct and one using routing, especially if the device is on the limit of the direct range.
Follow the below instructions to test the main hub range: 1. Press and hold the B-button until the visual indicator glows violet. 2. Release the B-button. 3. Press the B-button again, briefly. 4. Visual indicator indicates the Z-Wave network's range (range signalling modes described below). 5. To exit Z-Wave range test, press the B-button briefly.
Z-Wave range tester signalling modes: · Visual indicator pulsing green - the device attempts to establish a direct communication with the main hub. If a direct communication attempt
fails, the device tries to establish a routed communication, through other modules, which will be signalled by visual indicator pulsing yellow. · Visual indicator glowing green - the device communicates with the main hub directly. · Visual indicator pulsing yellow - the device tries to establish a routed communication with the main hub through other modules (repeaters). · Visual indicator glowing yellow - the device communicates with the main hub through the other modules. After 2 seconds the device
retries to establish a direct communication with the main hub, which is signalled with visual indicator pulsing green. · Visual indicator pulsing violet - the device communicates at the maximum distance of the Z-Wave network. If connection proves sucessful
it's confirmed with a yellow glow. It's not recommended to use the device at the range limit. · Visual indicator glowing red - the device isn't able to connect to the main hub directly or through another Z-Wave network device (repeater).
14 ERROR MESSAGES
Events result from installation flaws, faulty light source operation or incorrect manual changes in advanced configuration. The device may stop responding to user's commands and actions, leaving the light source off. Message with information about the type of error is sent by default (using Z-Wave network). Pressing any of the connected switches or changing state of the device using the hub exits error mode. If parameter 35 is set to 3 or 4, the load is calibrated again after turning on the load or an occurrence of LOAD ERROR, SURGE or OVERCURRENT error.
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Error messages: · OVERTEMPERATURE ERROR
Dimmer-Control features self-temperature measurement function. In case of reaching critical temperature, the load is turned off and the hub receives information about exceeding maximum temperature of the module. · LOAD ERROR Dimmer-Control is equipped with functionality of detecting the burnt out bulb. In case of such situation, Dimmer-Control sends the notification about load failure. Described function isn't available for values of parameter 58 different than 0. Power variation is detected in accordance with the settings of parameters 15 and 16. Example: Parameter 15 is set to 30% and parameter16 is set to 5 seconds. Dimmer-Control detects the change of load at the moment of power variation by 30% compared to standard power consumption (measured during the calibration) and after 5 seconds from brightness level stabilization. This function is available only in a control mode compliant with the mode recognized during the calibration (parameter 14 set to 1). Appearing of an error may be the result of not connecting the load. It may suggest burning out all of the loads connected to Dimmer-Control. Damaged load should be immediately replaced. After connecting the new load, Dimmer-Control returns to normal operation. · SURGE ERROR Appearing of an error may be the result of electrical surges, incorrect load control (inductive load controlled in trailing edge mode) or connecting the prohibited type of load. · OVERCURRENT ERROR Appearing of an error may be the result of rapid powering on the load. It may also occur if the soft-start functionality is disabled (parameter 34 set to 0) or as a result of the short circuit. If parameter 37 is set to 1, the device tries automatically to turn on again. If described error has been caused by the rapid powering on the load, Dimmer-Control returns to normal operation after reenabling. After three unsuccessful automatic tries of turning on the load, Dimmer-Control will stay in OVERCURRENT error mode (module turned off). In such situation, it is required to remove the failure (possible short circuit in the installation.) Otherwise, it is recommended to set the long soft-start (parameter 34 set to 2). · OVERLOAD ERROR Appearing of an error is a result of connecting receivers with too much power consumption. In this case Dimmer-Control turn off the lighting automatically. It is required to reduce power consumption of connected load (e.g. by reducing the number of receivers) and turn on the light source again by the wall switch or a Z-Wave command. · VOLTAGE DROP ERROR Appearing of an error in a 2-wire connection may be the result of mains voltage drop or a too high brightness level of the light source. If parameter 37 is set to 1, the devicel tries to turn on again automatically. Voltage drop error suggests that parameter 2 value should be reduced until disappearing of the failure. You can also recalibrate the load using parameter 13. After three unsuccessful automatic tries of turning on the load, Dimmer-Control stays in VOLTAGE DROP error mode (module turned off). · HARDWARE FAIL ERROR Appearing of an error may be a result of serious hardware failure of Dimmer-Control. In this case Dimmer-Control sets the maximum brightness level and the LED visual indicator starts blinking in red. All external actions (Z-Wave commands, pressing the switches, menu settings) are ignored. We recommend disconnecting the device from the power supply and contacting the customer service or to initiate the guarantee procedure. This error may also appear as a result of enabling Dimmer-Control without load connected to the output in 3-wire connection. It isn't a dangerous situation. We recommend disabling the fuse, connecting the load and enabling the fuse again.
15 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONALITY
16.1. - Software update Dimmer-Control features remote software update (initiated by the main hub). Update status is signalled by the LED indicator with cyan color: · Slow blinking - transferring data through Z-Wave and saving to the flash memory · Fast blinking - copying data from the external memory to the memory of the microcontroller
16.2 - Operating alarm data frames A smart home hub enables user to set response of devices to alarm situations (response to data-frames ALARM_REPORT and SENSOR_ALARM_ REPORT). Dimmer-Control responds to the following types of alarms: · General Purpose Alarm - GENERAL PURPOSE ALARM · Smoke Alarm - ALARM CO2, ALARM CO, ALARM SMOKE · Water Flooding Alarm - ALARM WATER · Temperature Alarm - ALARM HEAT Alarm data-frames are sent by devices that are system sensors (e.g., flood sensors, smoke detectors, motion detectors, etc.). The device may respond in the following manner to received data-frames (settings are configured in configuration parameters, see chapter 16 - Advanced parameters): · 0 - DEACTIVATION - the device does not respond to alarm data frames · 1 - DIMMER 2 ON - the device turns on after detecting an alarm · 2 - DIMMER 2 OFF - the device turns off after detecting an alarm · 3 - ALARM FLASHING - the device periodically changes its status to the opposite when it detects an alarm (lights on/off alternately)
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16 ADVANCED PARAMETERS

Dimmer-Control enables customizing its operation to user's needs. The settings are available in the interface of the Z-Wave hub. Parameters available for DoubleDimmer-Control are listed in the table below:

Table 5 - Dimmer-Control - Advanced parameters

Parameter

Description

Available setting

Default Length
setting

GROUP 0 - Dimmer-Control behavior - Basic functionalities

1. Minimum brightness level

Is set automatically during the calibration process and can 1 - 98 - percentage level of brightness be changed manually after the calibration. The maximum

2. Maximum brightness level

brightness level (parameter 2) needs to be greater than the

minimum brightness level (parameter 1).

2 - 99 - percentage level of brightness

3. Incandescence level of dimmable compact fluores-
cent lamps

Virtual value set as a percentage level between parameters MIN (1%) and MAX. (99%). Dimmer-Control sets to this value after the first switch on. It's required for warming up and switching dimmable compact fluorescent lamps and certain types of light sources.

1 - 99 - percentage level of brightness

4. Incandescence time of dimmable compact fluores-
cent lamps

Determines the time required for switching compact fluorescent lamps and certain types of light sources. Setting this parameter to 0 disables the incandescence functionality.

0 - 255 (0 - 25.5s)

Defines the percentage value of dimming step during the

5. Automatic automatic control. Automatic control is performed through:

control - dimming · single push-button click

1 - 99 - dimming step percentage value 1

step size

· double push-button click

· Z-Wave control frames

6. Automatic control - time of a
dimming step

Defines the time of single dimming step set with parameter 5 during the automatic control

0 - 255 (0 - 2.55s, in 10 ms steps)

1 (10ms)

7. Manual control dimming step size

Defines the percentage value of dimming step during the manual control. Manual control is performed through holding the push-button.

1 - 99 - dimming step percentage value

8. Manual control time of a dimming
step

Defines the time of single dimming step set with parameter 7 during the manual control

0 - 255 (0 - 2.55s, in 10ms steps)

5 (50 ms)

· 0 - Dimmer-Control doesn't save the

9. State of the device after a power
failure

Determines if Dimmer-Control returns to the last state before power failure

state before a power failure, it returns to "off" position
· 1 - Dimmer-Control restores its state

before power failure

10. Timer

Enables the device to automatically switch off after specified · 0 - function disabled

functionality time from switching on the light source. It may be useful when · 1 - 32767 - time to turn off measured 0

(auto - off)

Dimmer-Control is installed in the stairway.

in seconds (1s-9.1h)

· 0 - ALL ON not active, ALL OFF not

11. ALL ON/ALL OFF function

Enables activation/deactivation of Z-Wave commands en- active abling/disabling all devices located in direct range of the · 1 - ALL ON not active, ALL OFF active

main hub

· 2 - ALL ON active, ALL OFF not active

255

· 255 - ALL ON active, ALL OFF active

· 0 - readout

13. Force auto-calibration

Changing value of this parameter forces the calibration · 1 - force auto-calibration of the load

process. During the calibration parameter is set to 1 or 2 without LED Adaptor

and switched to 0 upon completion.

· 2 - force auto-calibration of the load

with LED Adaptor

· 0 - calibration procedure not per-

14. Auto-calibration status (read-only parameter)

Determines operating mode of Dimmer-Control (automatic/manual settings

formed or Dimmer-Control operates

on manual settings

· 1 - Dimmer-Control operates on au-

to-calibration settings

· 0 - function disabled

Function based on the sudden power variation of a specific

15. Burnt out bulb detection

value, interpreted as a LOAD ERROR. Parameter 15 is relevant only when parameter 58 is set to 0 and the control mode is consistent with the mode set during the calibration

· 1 - 99 - percentage value of power variation, compared to standard power consumption, measured during the

process (parameter 30).

calibration procedure (to be interpret-

ed as load error/burnt out bulb)

Table 5 - Dimmer-Control - Advanced parameters

Parameter

Description

Available setting

16. Time delay of a burnt out bulb (parameter 15) or overload (parameter 39) detection

Time of delay (in seconds) for power variation detection, interpreted as a LOAD ERROR or OVERLOAD · 0 - detection of a burnt out bulb disabled
detection (too much power connected to Dimmer- · 1 - 255 - delay time in seconds Control)

19. Forced switch If the parameter is active, switching on Dimmer-Control · 0 - function disabled on brightness level (S1 single click) will always set this brightness level. · 1 - 99 - percentage level of brightness

Default setting

Length

GROUP 20 - Dimmer-Control operation - Switches

· 0 - momentary switch

20. Switch type

Choose between momentary, toggle and roller blind · 1 - toggle switch

switch

· 2 - roller blind switch - two switches operate

Dimmer-Control (S1 to brighten, S2 to dim)

· 0 - 0xFF value is sent setting associated

21. The value sent

devices to their last saved state

to associated Defines the value sent to devices associated with Dim-

devices on single mer-Control after its enabling

· 1 - current Dimmer-Control state is sent

click

synchronizing brightness level of associ-

ated devices (other dimmers for example)

22. Assign toggle By default each change of toggle switch position

· 0 - double click disabled

switch status to results in action of Dimmer-Control (switch on/off)

· 1 - device status is synchronized with 0

the device status regardless the physical connection of conntacts.

switch status

· 0 - device changes status on switch status

23. Double-click option

Double click option - set the brightness level to MAX

change

· 1 - double click enabled

· 0 - all actions send to association groups

24. Command Determines which actions results in sending frames · 1 - don't send when switching ON (single click)

frames sent in to association groups. Parameter 24 values may be · 2 - don't send when switching OFF (single click)

2nd and 3rd asso- combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associations on · 4 - don't send when changing dimming 0

ciation groups (S1 switching ON or OFF Dimmer-Control (single click) level (holding and releasing)

associations) won't be sent.

· 8 - don't send on double click

· 16 - send 0xFF value on double click

· 0 - all actions send to association groups

25. Command Determines which actions doesn't result in sending · 1 - don't send when switching ON (single click)

frames sent in frames to association groups. Parameter 25 values · 2 - don't send when switching OFF (single click)

4th and 5th asso- may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associa- · 4 - don't send when changing dimming 0

ciation groups (S2 tions on switching ON or OFF Dimmer-Control (single level (holding and releasing)

associations) click) won't be sent.

· 8 - don't send on double click

· 16 - send 0xFF value on double click

26. The function of 3-way switch

Switch no. 2 controls Dimmer-Control additionally (in · 0 - 3-way switch function for S2 disabled

3-way switch mode). Function disabled for param-

eter 20 set to 2 (roller blind switch).

· 1 - 3-way switch function for S2 enabled

27. Associations in Z-Wave network security
mode

Parameter 27 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that 2nd & 3rd group are sent as secure.

· 0 - all groups (II-V) sent as non-secure · 1 - 2nd group sent as secure · 2 - 3rd group sent as secure · 4 - 4th group sent as secure · 8 - 5th group sent as secure · 15 - all groups (II-V) sent as secure

28. Scene activation functionality

SCENE ID depends on the switch type configurations (see Table 5). Enabling scene activation functionality · 0 - functionality deactivated
may cause slight delay in response to external switch- · 1 - functionality activated es and sending associations.

29. Switch

Enables switching the role of keys connected to S1 · 0 - standard mode

functionality of S1 and S2 without changes in connection and S2

· 1 - S1 operates as S2, S2 operates as S1

GROUP 30 - Dimmer-Control operation - Advanced functionality

Enables setting the desired load control mode. The · 0 - forced leading edge control

30. Load control device automatically adjusts correct control mode, but · 1 - forced trailing edge control

mode

the installer may force its change using this parameter. · 2 - control mode selected automatically

Forced auto-calibration sets the parameter value to 2. (based on auto-calibration)

Table 5 - Dimmer-Control - Advanced parameters

Parameter

Description

Available setting

Default setting

Length

31. Load control mode recognized
during auto-calibration

Read only parameter

· 0 - leading edge · 1 - trailing edge

32. On/Off mode
33. Dimmability of the load
34. Soft-Start functionality

This mode is necessary while connecting nondimmable light sources. Setting this parameter to 1 automatically ignores brightening/dimming time settings. Forced auto-calibration sets the parameter to 2.

· 0 - on/off mode disabled (dimming is possible) · 1 - on/off mode enabled (dimming isn't possible) · 2 - mode selected automatically

Read only parameter containig information · 0 - load recognized as dimmable

about possibility of dimming the load detected

during calibration procedure.

· 1 - load recognized as non-dimmable

· 0 - no soft-start

Time required to warm up the filament of halogen bulb.

· 1 - short soft-start (0.1 s)

· 2 - long soft-start (0.5 s)

· 0 - No auto-calibration of the load after power on

· 1 - Auto-calibration performed after first power on · 2 - Auto-calibration performed after each power on

· 3 - Auto-calibration performed after first power

on or after each LOAD ERROR alarm (no load,

load failure, burnt out bulb), if parameter 37 is set

35. Auto-calibration after power
on

Determines the trigger of auto-calibration for procedures such as power on or load error

to 1 also after alarms: SURGE (Dimmer-Control output overvoltage) and OVERCURRENT (Dim- 1 mer-Control output overcurrent)

· 4 - Auto-calibration performed after each power on or after each LOAD ERROR alarm (no load, load failure, burnt out bulb), if parameter 37 is set to 1 also after alarms: SURGE (Dimmer-Control output overvoltage) and OVERCURRENT (Dimmer-Control output overcurrent)

Occuring of errors related to surge or overcur-

37. Behaviour of rent results in turning off the output to prevent · 0 - device permanently disabled until re-enabling

Dimmer-Control possible malfunction. By default the device by command or external switch after OVERCUR- performs three attempts to turn on the load

RENT or SURGE (useful in case of momentary, short failures of · 1 - three attempts to turn on the load

the power supply).

38. Brightness level correction
for flickering loads
39. Power limit OVERLOAD

Correction reduces spontaneous flickering of some capacitive load (e.g. dimmable LEDs) at certain brightness levels in 2-wire installation.
In countries using ripple-control, correction may cause changes in brightness. In this case it's necessary to disable correction or adjust time of correction for flickering loads.

· 0 - automatic correction disabled · 1 - 254 - duration of correction in seconds · 255 - automatic correction always enabled

Reaching the defined value results in turning · 0 - functionality disabled off the load. Additional apparent power limit of · 1 - 350 - 1 - 350 W 350VA is active by default. Parameter 39 is relevant only when parameter 58 is set to 0.

255 2B 250 2B

GROUP 40 - Dimmer-Control operation - Alarms

40. Response to General Purpose
Alarm
41. Response to Water Flooding
Alarm
42. Response to Smoke, CO or
CO2 Alarm

Enables setting the desired load control mode. The device automatically adjusts correct control mode, but the installer may force its change using this parameter. Forced auto-calibration sets the parameter value to 2.
Behavior of the module when a flood alarm is triggered
Behavior of the module in case of smoke, CO or CO2 alarm

· 0 - No reaction · 1 - Turn on the load · 2 - Turn off the load · 3 - Load blinking

43. Response to Temperature
Alarm

Module behavior in case of a temperature alarm

Table 5 - Dimmer-Control - Advanced parameters

Parameter

Description

Available setting

44. Time of alarm state

The device can cancel the alarm earlier by pressing external buttons or a control com- 1 - 32767 (1 - 32767 seconds) mand in the Z-Wave network.

45. OVERLOAD alarm report (load power consumption too high)

Determines Dimmer-Control reaction to overload

46. LOAD ERROR alarm report (no load, load failure,
burnt out bulb)

Determines Dimmer-Control reaction to load error

47. OVERCURRENT alarm report (short circuit, burnt out
bulb causing overcurrent)

Determines overcurrent

Dimmer-Control

reaction

· 0 - no reaction · 1 - send an alarm frame

48. SURGE alarm report (Dimmer-Control output
overvoltage)

Determines Dimmer-Control reaction to surge

49. OVERHEAT (critical temperature) and VOLTAGE DROP
(low voltage) alarm report

Determines Dimmer-Control overheat and voltage drop

reaction

Default setting

Length

600 (600 s)

GROUP 50 - Active power and energy reports

50. Active power reports

Defines the power level change that results · 0 - power reports disabled in a new power report being sent. The value is a percentage of the previous report. · 1 -100 (1 - 100%) - power report threshold

10 (10%)

52. Periodic active power and energy reports

Defines a time period between consecu- · 0 - periodic reports disabled

tive reports. Timer is reset and counted

from zero after each report.

· 1 - 32767 (1-32767 seconds)

3600 (3600s)

53. Energy reports

· 0 - energy reports disabled

Change of energy level results in sending

10 (0.1

a new energy report

· 1 - 255 (0.01-2.55 kWh) - report triggering kWh)

threshold

54. Self-measurement

Dimmer-Control may include active power · 0 - Self-measurement inactive

and energy consumed by itself in reports

sent to the main hub.

· 1 - Self-measurement active

Defines how to calculate active power. It's · 0 - measurement based on the standard

58. Method of calculating useful in a case of 2-wire connection with algorithm

the active power

light sources other than resistive. Parameter · 1 - approximation based on the calibration data

58 is set to 0 after forced auto-calibration. · 2 - approximation based on the control angle

59. Approximated power at the maximum brightness level

Determines the approximate value of the power reported by the device at its maximum 0 - 500 (0 - 500 W) - power consumed by brightness level. Parameter 59 works only the load at the maximum brightness level when parameter 58 has a value other than 0.

Table 6 - SCENE ID value sent at specified configuration

Momentary switches

SCENE ID: S1 input

SCENE ID: S2 input

16 : 1 x click 14 : 2 x click - : 3 x click 12 : hold 13 : release

26 : 1 x click 24 : 2 x click 25 : 3 x click 22 : hold 23 : release

Toggle switches

SCENE ID: S1 input

SCENE ID: S2 input

10 : OFF to ON 11 : ON to OFF 14 : 2 x click - : 3 x click

20 : OFF to ON 21 : ON to OFF 24 : 2 x click 25 : 3 x click

Roller blinds switches

SCENE ID: S1 input

SCENE ID: S2 input

10 : turn ON (1 x click)

11 : turn OFF (1 x click)

13 : release

14 : 2 x click

- : 3 x click

15 : 3 x click

17 : brightening

18 : dimming

17 REGULATIONS
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Note Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commission's rules.
Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Notice This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes d'exemption de licence RSS d'Industry Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer d'interférence et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les interférences qui peuvent affecter son fonctionnement.
118 PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This product is an integral part of the automation and therefore must be disposed together with the latter. At the end of the product lifetime, the disassembly and scrapping operations must be performed by qualified personnel. This product is made of various types of material, some of which can be recycled while others must be scrapped. Seek information on the recycling and disposal systems envisaged by the local regulations in your area for this product category.
As indicated by the symbol alongside, disposal of this product in domestic waste is strictly prohibited. Separate the waste into categories for disposal, according to the methods envisaged by current legislation in your area, or return the product to the retailer when purchasing a new version.
CAUTION! · Some parts of the product may contain pollutant or hazardous substances which, if disposed of into the environment, may cause serious dam-
age to the environment or physical health. · Local legislation may envisage serious fines in the event of abusive disposal of this product.
119 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, Nice S.p.A., declares that the radio equipment type Dimmer-Control (FGD-212-US) is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at: http://www.niceforyou.com/en/support.
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