Aeotec Door/Window Sensor 6

Quickstart

This is a secure Alarm Sensor for Europe. To operate this device, insert fresh 1 * internal Lithium batteries. Ensure the internal battery is charged. Turn your primary controller into inclusion mode, then short press the product's Action Button, located on the back of the product.

Important Safety Information

Please read this manual carefully. Failure to follow the recommendations in this manual may be dangerous or may violate the law. The manufacturer, importer, distributor, and seller shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from failure to comply with the instructions in this manual or any other material. Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Follow the disposal instructions. Do not dispose of electronic equipment or batteries in a fire or near open heat sources.

What is Z-Wave?

Z-Wave is the international wireless protocol for communication in the Smart Home. This device is suited for use in the region mentioned in the Quickstart section. Z-Wave ensures reliable communication by reconfirming every message (two-way communication). Every mains-powered node can act as a repeater for other nodes (meshed network) in case the receiver is not in direct wireless range of the transmitter.

This device and every other certified Z-Wave device can be used together with any other certified Z-Wave device regardless of brand and origin, as long as both are suited for the same frequency range. If a device supports secure communication, it will communicate with other devices securely, provided this device offers the same or a higher level of security. Otherwise, it will automatically switch to a lower level of security to maintain backward compatibility.

For more information about Z-Wave technology, devices, and white papers, please refer to www.z-wave.info.

Product Description

Aeon Labs Door/Window Sensor 6 is a smart Z-Wave sensor that can detect the status of doors/windows (open/close) in real time. It is a security Z-Wave device that supports security encryption. It also supports Over-the-Air Firmware Updating, allowing you to wirelessly update its firmware. It can be included and operated in any Z-Wave network with other Z-Wave certified devices from manufacturers and/or other applications.

Prepare for Installation / Reset

Please read the user manual before installing the product. To include (add) a Z-Wave device to a network, it must be in a factory default state. Please ensure the device is reset to factory default. You can do this by performing an Exclusion operation as described below in the manual. Every Z-Wave controller is capable of performing this operation; however, it is recommended to use the primary controller of the previous network to ensure the device is properly excluded from that network.

Reset to Factory Default

This device also allows resetting without any involvement of a Z-Wave controller. This procedure should only be used when the primary controller is inoperable. Press the Action Button (found on the back of the product) once for 20 seconds and then release. This procedure should only be used when the primary controller is inoperable.

Safety Warning for Batteries

The product contains batteries. Please remove the batteries when the device is not used. Do not mix batteries of different charging levels or different brands.

Installation

Whether it's for security or intelligence purposes, your sensor:

1. Should be affixed indoors and away from sources of moisture.
2. Placed within 30 meters of another Z-Wave device that is either a gateway or not powered by batteries.
3. The magnet and the main sensor must be less than 1.6cm apart for the small magnet installation or 2.5cm apart for the big magnet installation. The main sensor must be affixed to the door or window, and the magnet must be affixed to the frame. The magnet and the main sensor must separate when the door or window is opened.
4. Should not be mounted on a metal frame.

Affix Your Back Mounting Plate and Magnet to a Surface

The Back Mounting Plate can be affixed using screws or double-sided tape and should be mounted on the apex angle of the door. The Magnet must be affixed with double-sided tape and cannot exceed the valid range, as shown in the figure below.

Diagram illustrating sensor and magnet placement. The main sensor unit is shown mounted on a door frame, either on the surface or recessed into a crack. The corresponding magnet is shown mounted on the door itself. The diagram indicates that the sensor and magnet must separate when the door is opened.

Diagram showing correct and incorrect magnet alignment with the sensor. The 'CORRECT' illustration shows the magnet positioned within the sensor's detection range, typically aligned with a marked area on the sensor. The 'WRONG' illustration, circled in red, depicts the magnet positioned too far from the sensor or misaligned, outside the effective detection zone.

Note on Magnets:

1. There are 2 types of Magnets: Magnet 1 (30mm×6mm×2mm) and Magnet 2 (30mm×10mm×2mm). Magnet 2 is slightly larger than Magnet 1, providing stronger magnetism.
2. You can choose to install either magnet on the door frame according to your needs or the distance between the door and frame.
3. The Magnets should be kept away from children to avoid swallowing.

When affixing the Back Mounting Plate with double-sided tape, wipe both surfaces clean of any oil or dust with a damp towel. Once the surface is completely dry, peel one side of the tape and attach it to the corresponding section on the rear side of the Back Mounting Plate.

Inclusion/Exclusion

On factory default, the device does not belong to any Z-Wave network. It needs to be added to an existing wireless network to communicate with other devices in that network. This process is called Inclusion. Devices can also be removed from a network; this process is called Exclusion. Both processes are initiated by the primary controller of the Z-Wave network, which is turned into exclusion or inclusion mode. Inclusion and Exclusion are then performed by a special manual action directly on the device.

Inclusion

1. Remove the backplate.
2. Press the button on the back of the sensor once.

Exclusion

1. Remove the backplate.
2. Press the button on the back of the sensor once.

Communication to a Sleeping Device (Wakeup)

This device is battery-operated and enters a deep sleep state most of the time to conserve battery life. Communication with the device is limited. To communicate with the device, a static controller is needed in the network. This controller maintains a mailbox for battery-operated devices and stores commands that cannot be received during deep sleep. Without such a controller, communication may become impossible and/or battery life may be significantly decreased.

The device will wake up regularly and announce its wakeup state by sending a Wakeup Notification. The controller can then empty the mailbox. Therefore, the device needs to be configured with the desired wakeup interval and the Node ID of the controller. If the device was included by a static controller, the controller will usually perform all necessary configurations. The wakeup interval is a tradeoff between maximal battery life and desired device responsiveness. To wake up the device, perform the following action: Press the Action Button once, which will trigger sending out the Wakeup Notification command. Alternatively, press and hold the Action Button for 3 seconds, which will toggle the sensor to be awake for 10 minutes.

Quick Troubleshooting

Here are a few hints for network installation if things do not work as expected:

1. Make sure a device is in factory reset state before including. If in doubt, exclude before including.
2. If inclusion still fails, check if both devices use the same frequency.
3. Remove all dead devices from associations; otherwise, you will experience severe delays.
4. Never use sleeping battery devices without a central controller.
5. Do not poll FLIRS devices.
6. Ensure there are enough mains-powered devices to benefit from the meshing.

Association - One Device Controls Another Device

Z-Wave devices control other Z-Wave devices. The relationship between one device controlling another device is called association. To control a device, the controlling device needs to maintain a list of devices that will receive controlling commands. These lists are called association groups, and they are related to certain events (e.g., button pressed, sensor triggers). When an event occurs, all devices stored in the respective association group will receive the same wireless command, typically a 'Basic Set' Command.

Association Groups:

Configuration Parameters

Z-Wave products are designed to work out of the box after inclusion; however, certain configurations can adapt the function better to user needs or unlock further enhanced features.

IMPORTANT: Controllers may only allow configuring signed values. To set values in the range 128-255, the value sent in the application should be the value minus 256. For example, to set a parameter to 200, you may need to set a value of 200 minus 256 = -56. The same applies to two-byte values; values greater than 32768 may need to be given as negative values.

Parameter 1: Sensor Binary Report or Basic Set Value

Sets the value of the Sensor Binary Report or Basic Set sent when the door is Opened/Closed.

Parameter 39: Set Low Battery Value

Sets the low battery threshold (10% to 50%).

Parameter 101: Enable/Disable Low Battery Checking

Enables or disables the function of parameter 111. Note: This parameter cannot disable the low battery checking of the Sensor itself.

Parameter 111: Set Interval Time for Low Battery Checking

Sets the interval time for low battery checking. Note: If the value is less than 10, the time unit is seconds. If the value is more than 10, the time unit is 4 minutes. For example, if the value is between 10 and 240, the interval time is 4 minutes. If the value is between 240 and 480, the interval is 8 minutes. When the current battery report falls below the low battery value (configurable parameter 39), it will send a battery report=0xFF.

Parameter 121: Configure Sensor Report for Open/Closed Status

Configures which sensor report will be sent when the door is opened/closed.

Parameter 252: Lock/Unlock All Configuration Parameters

Locks or unlocks all configuration parameters.

Parameter 252: Reset to Factory Defaults

Resets the device to factory defaults.

Technical Data

Supported Command Classes

• Association
• Association Group Information
• Battery
• Sensor Binary
• Configuration
• Device Reset Locally
• Firmware Update Md V2
• Manufacturer Specific
• Notification
• Powerlevel
• Security
• Version
• Wake Up
• Zwaveplus Info [Z-Wave Plus]

Controlled Command Classes

• Basic

Explanation of Z-Wave Specific Terms

• Controller: A Z-Wave device with capabilities to manage the network. Controllers are typically Gateways, Remote Controls, or battery-operated wall controllers.
• Slave: A Z-Wave device without capabilities to manage the network. Slaves can be sensors, actuators, and even remote controls.
• Primary Controller: The central organizer of the network. It must be a controller. There can be only one primary controller in a Z-Wave network.
• Inclusion: The process of adding new Z-Wave devices into a network.
• Exclusion: The process of removing Z-Wave devices from the network.
• Association: A control relationship between a controlling device and a controlled device.
• Wakeup Notification: A special wireless message issued by a Z-Wave device to announce that it is able to communicate.
• Node Information Frame: A special wireless message issued by a Z-Wave device to announce its capabilities and functions.