Introduction ............ 4 Glossary ............5 Product Overview ........... 6 Description of Function Keys ......6 Setup and Operations ........7 ZRC-100 User Interface Layout ......8 Operations ............. 10 Add/Delete Devices .......... 11 Device Control ..........14 Scene Setup ........... 16 Scene Control ..........
ZRC-100 (Z-Wave Remote Controller) Operating Instructions Introduction The ZRC‐100 (Figure 1) is a portable Z‐Wave remote controller with multi‐channel support; also it is a Z‐Wave Enabled Security Controller. It can control the secured door locks when it is in the security network. Also, it can be configured as a primary or secondary controller within a Z‐Wave home automation network. It works with almost every Z‐ Wave enabled devices, binary switches, dimmers, curtains, thermostats, secured door locks, binary or multi‐level sensors. Users can control their Z‐Wave enabled devices individually or through “Scene” control. Scene is a collection of Z‐Wave devices configured to a user‐preferred settings, levels, modes or operating conditions. The ZRC‐100 also equipped with a backlit LCD screen, users can setup and operate their Z‐Wave devices through the LCD user interface by using their ZRC‐100, and enjoy a networked, wireless home automation system anywhere at home. Figure 1 ZRC-100...
Glossary Devices and nodes are all terms to describe an individual ZWave device. These are all Device or Node interchangeable when setting up your Z‐ Wave network. Inclusion Add a Z‐Wave device to the network. Exclusion Delete a Z‐Wave device from the network. To take a device out of a group, scene or Remove association group while that device still exists in the same Z‐Wave network. A collection of Z‐Wave devices controlled by primary and secondary controllers operating Z‐Wave on the same system. A Z‐Wave network has Network its own unique ID code so that controllers not in the network cannot control the system. The first controller used to set up your devices and network. Only the Primary Controller can be used to include or delete Primary modules from a network. It is recommended Controller that you mark the primary controller for each network for ease in modifying your network. A controller containing network information about other modules within the network Secondary and is used for controlling devices. Controller Secondary controller is created from the Primary Controller and cannot include or delete modules to the network. A controller containing network information about other modules within the network ...
Product Overview Short cut keys LCD screen BACK key Navigation + OK keys Figure 2 Setup and control keys of ZRC-100 Description of Function Keys Keys Functions Short cut keys for: Device and scene control Short cut to user selected control menu Back to previous screen 4‐way directional keys for setup and control ...
Setup and Operations Welcome to the world of Z‐Wave home automation, you can use your ZRC‐100 to control almost every Z‐Wave certified products inside your house. The following section will guide you through the set up processes and operation procedures for your ZRC‐100. Please note that all Z‐Wave devices, light switches, dimmers, shutter switches, curtains, thermostat and secured door lock made from various vendors are compatible with your ZRC‐100 as long as they are Z‐Wave certified or carry the following Z‐Wave logo: (Please carefully read through the following sections of this user manual and store for future reference.) Before using the ZRC‐100, please install the batteries: • 4xAAA batteries are required for operation. • Remove the battery cover on the back of your remote. • Check the polarity of the batteries and the "+/‐" marks inside the battery compartment. • Insert the batteries. • Push the battery cover back in place. CAUTION (battery safety) − Use new batteries of the recommended type and size only. − Never mix used and new batteries together. − To avoid chemical leaks, remove batteries from the remote controller ...
ZRC‐100 User Interface Layout • Press keys to select control category. Control • Press BACK key to go back to previous page. menu • Press and hold BACK key for 2 seconds to go back to root menu. Home (A1) Device (A2) Devices List (A2.1) Scene (A3) Scenes List (A3.1) Comfort (A4)
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• Press and hold keys simultaneously for 3 seconds to enter Setup menu. Setup • Press BACK key to go back to previous page. menu • Press and hold BACK key for 2 seconds to go back to root menu. Setup (B1) Add Device (B2) Delete Device (B3)
• Press and hold keys simultaneously for 3 Network seconds to enter Network Setup menu. • Press BACK key to go back to previous page. Setup menu • Press and hold BACK key for 2 seconds to go back to root menu. Network Setup (C1) Learning Mode (C1) Scan Devices (C2)
Remark: User can press “ ” key to go back to the previous page or press and hold “ ” key for 2 seconds to go back to the root menu at any setup /operation screen. Add/Delete Devices Adding Device to the Network Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold Home keys simultaneously for Device > 3 seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter 1 ⇓ Setup Add Device >...
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Note 3: In a Z-Wave network, only the primary controller or inclusion controller can add or include devices into its network. If ZRC-100 is configured as a secondary controller, it will report “Error” if users attempt to use ZRC-100 to add a device into its network.
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“Delete Device” mode will exit automatically. Note 2: In a Z-Wave network, only the primary controller or inclusion controller can delete or exclude devices into its network. If ZRC-100 is configured as a secondary controller, it will report “Error” if users attempt to use ZRC-100 to delete a device from its network.
Device Control After adding devices to your ZRC‐100, you can turn the device using the corresponding Device Control function. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Select “Device"and Home Device > press key to Scene > confirm. Comfort > A corresponding Device OK to Enter control page will be displayed. 1 ⇓ Devices List Switch 001 ...
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For motorized curtain, Devices List Press and hold the Switch 001 key to adjust the curtain Dimmer 002 (Up or Open) position Curtain 003 then release the key after reached to your Off,OK Stop,On desired level. Press key once to fully open the curtain. Press and hold the 4 key to adjust the curtain (Down or Close) position then release the key after reached to your desired level. Press key once to fully close the curtain. ...
Scene Setup Scene is a collection of Z‐Wave devices configured to user specified levels, settings, modes, or operating conditions. Scenes are usually activated by a controller, timed event, or specific conditions. For example, a user prefers to set the dimmer to a low intensity level and close the motorized curtain when he watch movie. He can define a scene to control the dimmer and motorized curtain using a single scene command. You can control up to 12 scenes (Scene On/Off) with your ZRC‐100. Each Scene supports up to 32 Z‐Wave devices or End‐Point (EP). Adding Device/End‐point to a Scene Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold Home keys simultaneously for Device > 3 seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter 1 ...
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Select a Scene which you Select Scene want to add the device Scene 1 into Scene and press Scene 2 3 Scene 3 key. OK to Enter Press the program Add Device button on the target Press PROG on target device. >>>> 4 ⇓ ...
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Removing Device/End‐point from a Scene Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold Home keys simultaneously for Device > 3 seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter 1 Setup Add Device > Delete Device > Add to Scene >...
Remove Device Press PROG on target >>>> Note 1: This process will only remove the target device/EP from its assigned scene but will not exclude it from the network. Note 2: If no ACK signal received for more than 180 seconds, the “Remove Device”...
Comfort Control After adding “Thermostat" or “Z‐Wave to AC IR extender" to your ZRC‐100, you can change the operation mode, set target temperature and fan speed via the corresponding Comfort Control function. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Select “Comfort"and Home Device > press key to Scene > confirm. Comfort > A corresponding Comfort Control page OK to Enter will be displayed. 1 ⇓ Comforts List Thermostat004 >...
Sensor information After adding “Binary Sensor / Multi‐level Sensor"to your ZRC‐100, you can monitor the sensor temperature via the corresponding Sensor function. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Select “Sensor"and Home Sensor > press key to All Off confirm. A corresponding Sensor OK to Enter page will be displayed. 1 ⇓ Sensors List Sensor 004 ...
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Select “Device Setup Configure"and press Remove fr. Scene > Device Config. > 2 key. Scene Config. > OK to Enter Select your“Device" Device Configure Dimmer 002 > and press key. Dimmer 005 > 3 ...
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page. Confirm? Note 1: ZRC-100 supports up to 15 characters in a row for the device name. Note 2: This process will only remove the devices/EPs from its catalogue but will not exclude it from the network.
Scene Configure It is allow to Move/Rename/Clear the scene after added into the scene under the Scene Configure function. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter ⇓ 1 Setup Add Device > Delete Device > ...
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Move your selected Move scene to your target Scene 1 Scene 2 position and press Scene 3 to save the setting. OK to Save ⇓ 5 Move Scene 2 Scene 1 Scene 3 ...
Confirm? Note 1: ZRC-100 supports up to 15 characters in a row for the scene name. Note 2: This process will only remove the scene devices/EPs from its assigned scene but will not exclude it from the network.
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Select “Comfort Setup Configure"and press Comfort Config. > Sensor Config. > 2 key. Shortcut Key > OK to Enter Select your Comfort configure “Thermostat"and Thermostat003 > 3 Thermostat005 > press key. OK to Enter ...
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page. Confirm? Note 1: ZRC-100 supports up to 15 characters in a row for the scene name. Note 2: This process will only remove the devices/EPs from its catalogue but will not exclude it from the network.
Shortcut key ZRC‐100 provides a shortcut key which can jump to your target Comfort / Sensor device or turn On/Off your device/ Scene. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter ⇓ 1 Setup Add Device > Delete Device >...
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Select a Device or Scene Select to this shortcut key then Switch 001 Dimmer 002 5 press key. OK to Save Press key to turn Home On your Device or Scene Device > at any page or Scene > Press and hold Comfort > key to turn Off your 6 OK to Enter Device or Scene at any ...
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Select “Shortcut key" Setup Comfort Config. > and press key. Sensor Config. > 2 Shortcut Key > OK to Enter Select your target Shortcut Key shortcut key by keys (e.g. F1) then press 3 key. Select Hard Key ...
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Use keys to change Set Value your Basic Set value and keys to select Set Value (0-255) number position, press to save the OK to Save setting. (Basic Set value from 0 to 255) Press key to send Home out predefined Basic Set Device > value to your Scene > destination device (e.g. 8 Comfort > gateway) and trigger the ...
Z‐Wave Advanced Setup Configure Association (Assign Association for Two Devices) The ZRC‐100 can be used to assign one device to automatically interact directly with another device. For example you can assign a door sensor (primary node) to turn on the light switch (secondary node) when the door is opened. Adding Device/End‐point to an Association Group Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter ⇓ 1 Setup ...
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Select “Add Assoc." Config. Assoc. Add Assoc. > and press key. Remove Assoc. > 4 Delete Assoc. > OK to Enter Assign an “Assoc. ID" Add Assoc. (e.g. 001) by using keys to change your Assoc. ID (1-255) number and keys to select number position. ...
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⇓ Add Assoc. Press PROG on Pri. >>>> e.g. door sensor Note 1: Your target device must be included in the network before this setup procedure, please refer to [Adding Device to the Network] section.
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Select “Config. Advanced Setup Config. Assoc. > Assoc."and press Configuration > 3 key. Reset to Default > OK to Enter Select “Remove Config. Assoc. Add Assoc. > Assoc."and press Remove Assoc. > 4 ...
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Press the program/EP Remove Assoc. button on the primary device (e.g. door sensor) Press PROG on Pri. >>>> e.g. door sensor ⇓ 7 Remove Assoc. Press PROG on Pri. >>>> e.g. door sensor Note 1: This process will only remove the target device/EP from its assigned association group but will not exclude it from the network.
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Select “Config. Advanced Setup Config. Assoc. > Assoc."and press Configuration > 3 key. Reset to Default > OK to Enter Select “Delete Assoc." Config. Assoc. Add Assoc. > and press key. Remove Assoc. >...
Note 1: This process will only remove the group devices/EPs from its assigned association group but will not exclude it from the network. Change Device Configuration This function is used to modify the parameter of the Z‐Wave device via the configuration command class. Look up the Parameter No. and Parameter Value of the target device from the device user manual before you start the below process. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 ...
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Use keys to change Configuration your parameter number and keys to select Parameter No (0-255) number position, press 4 to save the OK to Save setting. Use keys to change Configuration your parameter value and keys to select Parameter Value number position, press +0000000000 to save the OK to Save 5 ...
Resetting Your Network You can reset your ZRC‐100 to clear all Z‐Wave network and device information by the following steps: Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter ⇓ 1 Setup Add Device > Delete Device >...
Reset to Default Under progress .. Waiting ⇓ Reset to Default Successful! Note: After reset the remote, each device should individually perform in the section on “Delete device from the network” and “Add device to the network”.
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Select “System Setup Settings"and press Advanced Setup > System Settings > 2 key. About > OK to Enter Select “LCD System Settings Contrast "and press LCD Contrast B.L. Brightness 3 key. Sleep Timer OK to Enter ...
Press keys to Sleep Timer adjust the sleep timer. 5 sec 8 Control Note 1: The batteries service life will be shortened if the sleep timer set to higher value. About ZRC‐100 Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 ...
Z‐Wave Network Setup Learning Mode (Replicating All Network and Device Information from a Primary Controller to your ZRC‐100) Your ZRC‐100 can: • Copy the settings from another Z‐Wave controller. • Be included into existing Z‐Wave network and act as a secondary remote controller or back to a new primary remote controller. • Be excluded from the Z‐Wave network. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Place the two controllers 1 ‐ close to each other. Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter ...
Place the two controllers Learning Mode close to each other. Learning… >>>> (LCD display OK if the learning mode is successful. LCD display ERROR if the 4 ⇓ learning mode is unsuccessful.) Learning Mode Learning >>>> CAUTION Scene Controller Configuration Command and Association Command If scenes are copied to a secondary controller using the replication function, those scenes cannot be modified using the Scene Controller Configuration and Association Commands. If modifications are desired, it is recommended to delete all these scenes from the controller prior to using the two aforementioned commands. Scan Devices from network ...
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To implement this function, your ZRC‐100 is needed to follow below steps: Assume all Z‐Wave devices have been added by gateway. ZRC‐100 should act as a secondary controller (receive all network and device information from a primary controller), please refer to “Learning Mode” section in this manual. Execute the “Scan Devices” function with below steps. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter ⇓ 1 Network Setup Learning Mode > ...
to previous page when it ⇓ is completed. Scan Devices This will take ‐ This action may take from several min few minutes to 1 hour to one hr! 5/5 depends on how many devices are in your network, and it will erase all previously stored device names! ‐ Please make sure batteries are full before proceed! Create a Primary Controller (Transferring Only Network Information to a New Primary Controller) You can just transfer network information to another remote so that it will act as a new primary remote and ZRC‐100 will act as a secondary remote controller. This primary shift is done by following the steps below. Step Setup Key ...
Select “Create Pri.” then Network Setup Learning Mode > press key. Scan Devices > 3 Create Pri. > OK to Enter Please make sure the Create Pri. target primary controller Transferring… is setup to receive information mode. >>>> (e.g. target primary controller should entry the “Learning mode" ...
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Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter 2 ⇓ Network Setup Learning Mode > Scan Devices > Create Pri. > OK to Enter Select “Create Sec.” ...
Rediscover Network (N.W.) During normal operation the network decides the best path to route signals from one device to another. If devices are moved to different positions in the installation, it is recommended to rediscover the network so the routing path will be re‐configured. Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter 1 ⇓ Network Setup Learning Mode > Scan Devices >...
Delete Dead Node from Network Step Setup Key LCD Indication Press and hold keys Home simultaneously for 3 Device > seconds under the Scene > Home page. Comfort > OK to Enter ⇓ 1 Network Setup Learning Mode > Scan Devices > Create Pri.
Use keys to select Dead Node the dead node device Dimmer 002 then press key to delete it from network. OK to Delete ⇓ 4 Dead Node Note 1: Only the Primary Controller can be used to include or delete devices from a network. It is recommended that you mark the primary controller for each network for ease in modifying your network.
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⇓ Network Setup Learning Mode > Scan Devices > Create Pri. > OK to Enter Select “Listening Mode” Network Setup Listening Mode > and press key. 3 OK to Enter ...
Wireless Information This device has an open‐air line‐of‐sight transmission distance of 25m which complies with the Z‐Wave standards. Performance can vary depending on the amount of objects in between Z‐Wave devices such as walls and furniture. Every Z‐Wave device set up in your network will act as a signal repeater allowing devices to talk to each other and find alternate routes in the case of a reception dead spot. Radio frequency limitations: Each wall or object (i.e.: refrigerator, bookshelf, large TV, etc) can reduce the maximum range of 20m by up to 20 to 30%. Plasterboard and wooden walls block less of the radio signal then concrete, brick or tile walls which will have more of an effect on signal strength. Wall mounted Z‐Wave devices will also suffer a loss of range if they are housed in metal junction boxes which could also reduce the range by up to 20 to 30%. Maintenance Do not expose your unit to dust, strong sunlight, humidity, high temperatures or mechanical shocks. Do not use old and new batteries together as old batteries tend to leak. Do not use corrosive or abrasive cleansers on your unit. Keep the unit dust free by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. Do not disassemble your unit, it contains no user‐serviceable parts. Frequently asked questions Q Why won’t my remote work with the Z‐Wave devices I purchased from another country? A Due to different countries regulations Z‐Wave products from different regions are set to different frequencies. Before purchasing new devices make sure you have checked that the device is compatible in your region. ...
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Q What can the ZRC‐100 do for me? A A single Z‐Wave network can include 232 nodes. If necessary, more than one network can be bridged to extend the number of nodes further, although this is normally not needed in a residential environment. The total number of controllable End‐point (EP) / device / sensor is 128 items which is listed on the “Device” and “Sensor” page. ZRC‐100 also supports 6 thermostats which are listed on the “Comfort” page. You can control up to 12 scenes (Scene On/Off) with your ZRC‐100. Each Scene supports up to 32 Z‐Wave devices or End‐point (EP). It is able to control the Z‐Wave lighting devices (Dimmer or Switch) with multi‐channel, window shades, thermostats, Z‐Wave to AC IR extender and door lock. Also, it is support Multi‐level Sensor and that can show the current room temperature on the screen. Q If my Z‐Wave devices had already added into my Z‐Wave gateway (primary controller) network, what should I do for my ZRC‐100? How to copy my scenes settings to my ZRC‐100? A Your ZRC‐100 can act as a secondary controller with network information about other devices and scenes setting acquired from your gateway (primary controller). Please refer to user manual with below steps: ZRC‐100 should enter the “Learning Mode"[step of C1] (Replicating All Network and Device Information from a Primary Controller to your ZRC‐100), for details please refer to ZRC‐100 user manual. ii) Make sure the gateway scenes were mapped to your Scene ID number and activated event for Scene Controller. You may need to setup the trigger settings on gateway before next steps. iii) Gateway should enter the “Inclusion Mode"to add the ...
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ZRC‐100 if you want to use ZRC‐100 to control them individually. Q Can I include all Z‐Wave devices from the network by ZRC‐100 and no need to click the PROG button for each device? A Yes! ZRC‐100 provides a useful function which is “Scan Devices” that allows rediscovering all Z‐Wave devices from the network. Please refer to user manual with below steps: Assume all Z‐Wave devices have been added by gateway. ZRC‐100 should act as a secondary controller [step of C1]. iii) Execute the “Scan Devices” function [step of C2]. ZRC‐100 will rediscover Z‐Wave devices from the network, discovered devices will be re‐assigned to their default categories (Devices, Comforts and Sensors), and names will be re‐assigned with default naming in ascending order. - This action may take few minutes to 1 hour depends on how many devices are in your network, and it will erase all previously stored device names! - Please make sure batteries are full before proceed! ...
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In this case, the multi-channel device can only be individually controlled by ZRC-100 under Device Menu, it can not be individually assigned to different scenes, and neither can it be associated to primary sensors (e.g. door/window sensor).
Q Why do I need a different module for outdoor lighting? A The outdoor module is designed to withstand various weather conditions including heat, rain and snow. Q If I lost my ZRC‐100 will I also lose my settings? A Yes and no, if you lose your primary ZRC‐100 you will need to add all the Z‐Wave devices to your new primary remote again. If you lose the secondary one you can replicate all the Z‐Wave setup information from your primary remote onto a new secondary remote. Q Can the ZRC‐100 also operate Zigbee products? A The ZRC‐100 is not compatible with any Zigbee product. Technical Specifications BW8380US (ZRC‐100US) BW8380EU (ZRC‐100EU) BW8380CN (ZRC‐100CN) Model No. BW8380AU (ZRC‐100AU) BW8380BR (ZRC‐100BR) BW8380IN (ZRC‐100IN) 908.4MHz (ZRC‐100US) 868.4MHz (ZRC‐100EU) 868.4MHz (ZRC‐100CN) RF Frequency 921.4MHz (ZRC‐100AU) 921.4MHz (ZRC‐100BR) 865.2MHz (ZRC‐100IN) FSTN Positive Transflective LCD 128x64 dots at A.A.= 35.8x21.7mm ...
Checking Accessories After opening the cover of the packing box, check that the following accessories are included. • ZRC‐100 Z‐Wave Remote Controller • ZRC‐100 Quick Setup Guide • ZRC‐100 User Manual (download from our website) • Warranty sheet FCC Notice 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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: 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. Notice: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment. Warnings ...
government for information regarding the collection systems available. There is no user serviceable parts in this unit. The socket‐outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Use only power supplies listed in the user instructions. Exercise extreme caution when using Z‐Wave devices to control appliances. Operation of the Z‐Wave device may be in a different room then the controlled appliances, also an unintentional activation may occur if the wrong button on the remote is pressed. Z‐Wave devices may automatically be powered on due to timed event programming. Depending upon the appliance, these unattended or unintentional operations could possible result in a hazardous condition. For these reasons we recommend the following: Do not include Z‐Wave devices to control electric heaters or other appliances which may present a hazardous condition due to an unattended or unintentional or automatic power on control. Caution Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Printed in China F820‐8380‐0100...
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