Aeotec Micro Smart Switch 2E Manual

By Aeon Labs

Introduction

This manual provides instructions for installing the Aeotec Micro Smart Switch 2E, also known as the Z-Wave in-wall Smart Switch. These instructions are for the 2nd Edition of the Micro Smart Switch.

[Important Safety Information] The electricity to the circuit must be shut off during installation for safety and to prevent short-circuiting, which could damage the Micro Module.

In-Wall Electrical Installation Instructions

Dismounting In Wall Box

Remove the two screws securing the cover plate.
Remove the wall switch cover plate.
Remove the two screws securing the wall switch to the wall box. Disconnect both wires from the wall switch.

Diagram Description: A line drawing shows an electrical wall box, a light switch mechanism labeled "ON", a cover plate, and screws, numbered 1, 2, and 3 corresponding to installation steps.

Preparing and Connecting Wires

The Aeotec Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 requires a 3-wire system to operate. The wiring diagram is as follows:

Note: The "3V Out" terminal should only be used with the Aeon Micro Touch.

Diagram Description: Two wiring diagrams illustrate AC power input and load output connections to the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2. They show connections for Live (black wire), Neutral (white wire), and Load wires. The diagrams also depict wire preparation, including cutting excess wire to approximately 0.27 inches (7mm) and stripping the insulation.

Live: Hot wire (Black wire). Connect to the Live terminal of the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2.
Neutral: White wire. Note: If a neutral wire is not present in the box, a neutral wire must be pulled into the box.
Load wire: Connect to the Load terminal of the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2.
Signal connection: Using two 18 AWG copper wires, connect the terminals of the wall switch to the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 as shown. Make sure the ends of the wires from the wall box are straight (cut if necessary). Remove insulation from each wire and the wall box as shown.

Diagram Description: A diagram illustrates the wiring connections for the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2. It shows the switch connected to the wall box wiring (Live, Neutral, Load) and also to an external wall switch via signal wires, labeled 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Mounting In Wall Box

Position all wires to provide room for the device. Place the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 inside the wall box towards the back of the box.
Position the antenna towards the back of the box, away from all other wiring.
Reinstall the wall switch to the wall box.
Reinstall the cover plate onto the wall box.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 mounted inside a wall box with wires connected. The antenna is positioned away from wiring. The diagram also illustrates the reinstallation of the wall switch and cover plate.

Restore Power

Restore power at the circuit breaker or fuse. Installation is complete.

Diagram Description: An illustration of a circuit breaker switch in the "ON" position, with an arrow indicating it is being flipped.

Z-Wave Network Instructions

The Aeotec Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 must be paired (included) into a Z-Wave network before it can receive Z-Wave commands to turn on/off and report its energy usage. The switch can only communicate with devices within its own Z-Wave network.

Note: The LED on the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 will blink if it is not currently paired into a Z-Wave network.

Adding/Including/Pairing the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 into a Z-Wave Network

Press the button labeled "Include" on the Aeotec Minimote to begin the Z-Wave inclusion process.
While the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 is powered in a 3-wire system, the external switch/button can be toggled to initiate pairing into the Z-Wave network, or the internal button can be pushed to initiate pairing into the Z-Wave network if the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 was not put into the in-wall box.

Diagram Description: An illustration of a remote control device (Aeotec Minimote) with several buttons. The "Include" button is highlighted with a pointer and text label. A close-up view of the Minimote shows buttons labeled "Include", "Remove", "Associate", and "Learn", with "Include" indicated.

Note: To include the Aeotec Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 with other controllers, consult the operation manual for those controllers on how to include Z-Wave products into an existing network.

Removing/Resetting the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 from your Z-Wave Network

Press the button labeled "Remove" on the Aeotec Minimote to begin the Z-Wave removal process.
While the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 is powered in a 3-wire system, the external switch/button can be toggled 10 times in quick succession to initiate removing from the Z-Wave network, or the internal button can be pushed to initiate pairing into the Z-Wave network if the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 was not put into the in-wall box.

Diagram Description: A close-up view of the Aeotec Minimote shows buttons labeled "Include", "Remove", "Associate", and "Learn", with the "Remove" button highlighted with a pointer and text label.

Note: To remove the Aeotec Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 from other controllers, consult the operation manual for those controllers on how to remove Z-Wave products from an existing network.

Troubleshooting

If the Aeotec Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 was not successfully included into any Z-Wave network, the LED will be blinking slowly continually. If the Aeotec Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 was successfully included to a Z-Wave network, the Status Indication LED will either be solid on or off (depending on if the switch is on or off).

Turning On/Off the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2

Use any of the below methods to allow power through or cut power from the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2:

Through the usage of Z-Wave commands built into Z-Wave certified controllers and gateways. (The specific Z-Wave commands supporting this function are the Basic Command Class, Binary Switch Command Class, and Scene Activation Command Class). Please consult the operation manual for these controllers for specific instructions on controlling the switch.
Pressing the button on the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2 will toggle power flow (on/off) through the Micro Smart Energy Switch G2.