ZXT-120 Z-Extender (Z-Wave-to-AC IR Extender) Operating Instructions Introduction The ZXT‐120 is a Z‐Wave to IR extender for air‐conditioner (AC), (Figure 1), it works with any Z‐Wave compliant gateway or controller by translating Z‐Wave Thermostat Commands to AC IR control code. User can select the IR code from the built‐in code library of ZXT‐120, or use learning function, by using Z‐Wave Configuration Commands according to the parameter table. ZXT‐120 is also with built‐in temperature sensor which allows gateway or controller to get the current room temperature. Figure 1 ZXT-120 ZXT‐120 can be configured as either “Frequently Listening Routing Slaves” FLiRS (if you are using battery) or “Always Listening” (if you are using 5Vdc adaptor) before inclusion process. Refer to Glossary for definition of “FLiRS” and “Always Listening” mode. ZXT‐120 supports Network Wide Inclusion (NWI) and Explore Frames. It also supports Z‐Wave networks with multiple gateways and controllers. Once the configuration and setup is complete, the gateway or controller can use Z‐Wave “Thermostat commands class” to control their IR‐controlled air‐conditioner through the ZXT‐120. ...
Controller and Gateway Requirements The ZXT‐120 can work with any Z‐Wave compliant controller or gateway supporting the following Z‐Wave commands. Configuration Command Class Multilevel Sensor Command Class Thermostat Command Class Thermostat Mode Command Class Thermostat Fan Mode Command Class Thermostat Set‐point Command Class Built‐in IR code library The Built‐in IR code library supports most of the popular air conditioner brands in the market. Z‐Wave gateway and controller does not need to have any IR control code knowledge. User can use Z‐ Wave controller or gateway to select the IR code according to the ZXT‐ 120 code list separately provided through Z‐Wave configuration command. ...
Glossary Device or Devices and nodes are all terms to describe an individual Z‐Wave device. These are all 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 is controlled by primary and secondary controllers operating Z‐Wave on the same system. A Z‐Wave network has its Network own unique ID code so that controllers not in the network cannot control the system. The first controller is used to set up your devices and network. Only the Primary Primary Controller can be used to include or delete Controller devices from a network. It is recommended that you mark the primary controller for each network for ease in modifying your network. Network Wide Inclusion (NWI) enables both end‐user friendly, Plug and Play like Z‐Wave network installation as well as professional Network Wide installation scenario where the inclusion Inclusion process in terms of time will be reduced (NWI) significantly. NWI is a feature supported by a new frame type named Explorer which enables the Z‐Wave protocol to implement Adaptive ...
Product Overview Temperature sensor “PROG” Button, Learning and LED Indication Battery chassis External USB Power IR Port 5V DC Surround IR Output for ...
Setup and Operations Before using the ZXT‐120, please read the [INSTALLATION] if you need to mount the ZXT‐120 to a wall. Power up the ZXT‐120 by the USB Power 5Vdc or Dry battery AAA x 3pcs. Plug‐in 5Vdc power into the USB socket if operated at Always Listening mode. Or Install 3xAAA batteries if operated at FLiRS mode. Please refer to the section of [MOUNTING PROCEDURE]. Remove the battery cover on the back of your ZXT‐120 battery chassis. Mount the battery cover into the main unit with 2 screws. Check the polarity of the batteries and the "+/‐" marks inside the battery compartment. Insert the batteries. Push the battery cover and main unit back in place. CAUTION (battery and power adaptor 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 ZXT‐120 if you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time. Dispose of used batteries properly; do not burn or bury them. (Please carefully read through the following then store the manual for future reference.) ...
Listening Mode (default mode is FLiRS) ZXT‐120 can be configured as either “Frequently Listening Routing Slaves” FLiRS (if you are using battery) or “Always Listening” (if you are using 5Vdc adaptor) before inclusion process. Refer to Glossary for definition of “FLiRS” and “Always Listening” mode. Important: It is not allowed to changing ZXT‐120 listening mode without exclusion process (do not change ZXT‐120 listening mode while ZXT‐120 is included in a network). How to switch ZXT‐120 listening mode from “Always Listening” to “FLiRS” (or vice verse) LED Indication Status Step Setup Key on ZXT‐120 LED turns ON after Press and hold the PROG button on the ZXT‐120 for around 5 seconds 1 PROG key hold for 5seconds LED flashes twice Release the button and then press the PROG button 3 times within 2 then stay off seconds (ZXT‐120 set in FLiRS mode) OR 2 LED flashes four times then stay off ...
The primary controller should indicate that the action was successful. If the controller indicates the action was unsuccessful, please repeat the procedure. IR Code Selection ZXT‐120 is with built‐in IR AC code library, user may select the IR code using Configuration Command Class. LED Indication Status Step Setup Key on ZXT‐120 After included ZXT‐120 to Z‐Wave ‐ controller or Gateway, go to device 1 setup for configuration on gateway or controller. LED flashes twice Input parameter number “27” and parameter value (please look up the when ZXT‐120 code list of ZXT‐120 according to 2 receives the your AC brand). Then complete the configuration configuration process. setting LED flashes twice Press the PROG button on the ZXT‐ 120. (this step apply when using when ZXT‐120 ZRC‐100 or other portable controller 3 receives the ...
support heat, if user selected a code that does not support heat but the original air conditioner supports heat function, please continue to try next code until the correct one is selected. You can record down your device code for future reference after setting up the ZXT‐120 correctly. ...
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LED flashes once Press the PROG button on the ZXT‐ 120. (this step apply when using when ZXT‐120 ZRC‐100 or other portable controller receives the for set up, if using gateway, user can configuration 4 skip this step) setting. LED flashes once again to start learning. Aim the original air conditioner LED flashes twice if remote at ZXT‐120 according to learning is successful. below position within 1‐3 cm LED flashes 6 times if it’s failed. 5 Press “power on” button on the original air conditioner remote. If the learning is failed, repeat step 3 to step 5. To learn next IR code, repeat step 2 to step 5. When you encounter problem, check followings: Make sure your original remote is switched to power off. Press the key on original remote before learning mode timeout. ...
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IR Learning Mapping Table (Parameter number 25) Thermostat Thermostat Parameter Parameter command & IR command & IR Value Value setting setting (Storage (Storage Storage in Storage in Location) Location) Celsius unit Fahrenheit unit 0 OFF 0 OFF 1 ON (resume) 1 ON (resume) 2 19°C cool 2 F cool 3 20°C cool 3 68 or 69 F cool 4 21°C cool 4 ...
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Important Information After all learning completed, user can go back to the ZXT‐120 control page on the gateway for normal operation. On the gateway UI, user can only use the temperature range from the mapping table, OFF, ON(RESUME), COOL, HEAT, DRY, If user press the button of FAN, or other function on the gateway UI which is not listed in above table, ZXT‐120 will not respond. If user only learnt ON, OFF, or part of the settings according to the above table, ZXT‐120 will send the learnt data to the air conditioner only. For example, user only learnt ON, OFF, 22°C ...
Reset ZXT‐120 to factory default Press and hold “PROG” button for 10seconds on ZXT‐120. During the key hold period, RED LED lights up at around 5 seconds, then, it will flash twice until reset process is completed at around 10 seconds. Information This reset step will not affect the listening mode of ZXT‐120, user should refer to “Listening Mode” section if you want to change the listening mode. If you are using Gateway or other Z‐wave controllers to operate ZXT‐120, Please follow the instruction from the gateway or other controller. ZXT‐120 Information How to get the NIF “Node Information Frame” on ZXT‐120 (Inclusion)? LED Indication Status Step Setup Key on ZXT‐120 ...
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2 (0x02): Learning ‐ the ZXT‐120 is busy processing previous learning request 4 (0x04): Failed ‐ the latest learning request failed 27 IR code number for built‐in Refer “Code list” for (0x1B) code library details 28 External IR Emitter power 0 (0x00): normal (0x1C) level power mode 255 (0xFF): high power mode (default) 32 Surround IR control 0 (0x00): disable (0x20) Surround IR Emitters to avoid the IR interference 255 (0xFF): enable by disabling the Surround IR Emitters surrounding IR emitter if 2 (default) air‐conditioners in a room are used extend the battery life by disabling the Surround IR Emitters 33 ...
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Bit Mask Byte 1 Location 0‐7 Bit Mask Byte 2 Location 8‐15 Bit Mask Byte 3 Location 16‐22 Bit Mask Byte 4 [Reseved] Figure: Learn location Reserved location 37 Sensor temperature Temperature offset (0x25) compensation value. (This parameter is used to Formula: compensate the temperature Display temperature error at temperature sensor) = sensor reading value + offset value (unit = degree C) 0x00 = 0 C (Default) 0x01 = 1 C 0x02 = 2 C 0x03 = 3 C 0x04 = 4 C 0x05 = 5 C 0xFF = ‐1 C ...
Installation Mounting the ZXT‐120 to a wall MOUNTING LOCATION PRECAUTIONS Before mounting, check the material and structure of the mounting location. If the location does not have the proper material or structure, the ZXT‐120 can fall and cause injuries. Use commercial items that best match the wall structure and material for the screws and other fixtures. Do not mount near a kitchen counter, humidifier, or other location in which it can be exposed to smoke or steam. Doing so could cause a fire or electrical shock. Do not mount in locations with high humidity or large amounts of dust. Doing so could cause a fire or electrical shock. Do not mount to locations subject to high temperatures, high humidity, or exposure to water. Doing so could cause a fire or electrical shock. Do not mount to locations subject to large amounts of vibration, large jolts, or large forces. These could cause an injury if the ZXT‐ 120 falls and breaks. MOUNTING PROCEDURE PRECAUTIONS Do not modify parts or use the ZXT‐120 in ways other than its intended use. Doing so could cause the ZXT‐120 to fall and result in an injury. Be sure to fully check that there are no electrical wires or pipes inside the wall before mounting. If any of the screws are loose, the ZXT‐120 can fall and cause an injury. Do not mount the ZXT‐120 with the screws still loose. Check that the two screws mounted to the wall are fully inserted into the key holes of the ZXT‐120. Otherwise, the ZXT‐120 can fall and cause an injury. ...
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Note 2: Before mounting to a wall, be sure to fully read the precautions. Obtain two screws suitable for the wall strength and material. The screw size is shown in the figure below. The positional relationship between the ZXT‐120 key holes and the screw mounting positions are shown in the figure below. Note 1: When mounting the screws to the wall, leave a space between the wall and screw cap as shown in the figure. ...
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Note 1: Check that the ZXT-120 is firmly secured to the wall. Note 2: Insert USB plug or batteries and IR emitter cable so that they are firmly connected to the ZXT-120. When removing the ZXT‐120 from the wall, lift up the ZXT‐120, then pull it towards you. Detach the main unit from the battery chassis by move toward to top position. ...
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: 1. Each wall or object (i.e.: refrigerator, bookshelf, large TV, etc) can reduce the maximum range of 20m by up to 20 to 30%. 2. 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. 3. 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 ZXT‐120 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 ...
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Q Can I use the USB port to configure ZXT‐120? A No, the mini USB port only provides an alternative option for user to power the ZXT‐120. Q Do I need an electrician to install Z‐Wave products in my house? A Installation can be simple. In some cases all you need to do is mount the ZXT‐120 to a wall or wooden racks. You also can place the ZXT‐120 on the desk and power it with dry cell batteries. Q How to select my air‐conditioner IR code from ZXT‐120? A You should refer to the code list and look into the brand and try the code no. sequentially until you find the right code. You can record down your device code under the table for future reference after setting up the ZXT‐120 correctly. Q ZXT‐120 is working on top and 4‐directions IR output, but there is no response on the IR emitter socket, why? A ZXT‐120 supports two IR power levels for the external IR emitter to avoid saturation of the IR receiver. You can set the IR output power level by the Parameter Table value (normal or high power mode) or adjust the position of your external IR emitter. Q Can I use 2 or more ZXT‐120 in my house? What is the max. units if yes? A Yes and it is very depend on the capability of gateway / controller. For example, gateway can supports up to 8, 16 or 32 ZXT‐120 in a network. Q How to avoid the IR interference if I am using 2 identical air‐ conditioners in same location but want to control them individually? A User can disable the Surround IR Output function, connect the external IR emitter and aim it at the specific AC unit. The ...
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 Do not modify the unit in any way. Risk of fire. Risk of electrical shock. Risk of burns. Do not dispose of electrical appliances and unsorted municipal waste, use separate collection facilities. Contact your local 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. ...
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