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Required expert knowledge of the installer ......19 Installation ................ 20 Printing the label insert ..............20 Selecting the suitable installation location ......22 Connecting the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 ................22 Safety instructions for the electrical connection .......23 Carrying out the Electrical Connection ........24 Connection of a lamp and push button ........
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Logging on DuoFern Devices ............30 Logging off DuoFern devices ............31 Logging on to the HomePilot® ............. 32 Clearing up the DuoFern network ..........34 10. Activating the jog mode ..........35 10.1 Operation in jog mode ..............36 11.
◆ This manual is part of the product. Please store it in an easily accessible place. ◆ When passing the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller on to a third party, this manual must be passed on as well. ◆ Damage resulting from non-compliance with these instructions and safety instructions will void the warranty.
2. Hazard symbols The following hazard symbols are used in this instruction manual: Danger of fatal electric shock Danger area / dangerous situation 2.1 Levels of danger and signal words DANGER! This hazard will lead to serious injury or death if not avoided. WARNING! This hazard may result in serious injury or death if not avoided.
Itemisation ◆ 1) or a) Lists further useful information Please read the respective manual. 2.3 Glossary - definition DuoFern ◆ RADEMACHER radio technology for controlling compatible products. HomePilot® ◆ The HomePilot® is a central controller unit for RADEMACHER radio products.
3. Included in delivery a) 1 x Operating unit (50 x 50 mm) with removable cover panel for the label insert b) 1 x Spacer frame c) 1 x Frame d) 1 x Installation housing Not illustrated e) 1 x Label insert, see page 20. f) 1 x Instruction manual After unpacking please check and compare...
Max. number of DuoFern devices A maximum of 8 DuoFern devices can be logged on per button group. When logging on, the individual DuoFern devices are automatically detected and recognised by the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller.
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5. Product description Relay output [ L‘ ] and external control input [ Ext. ] In addition, the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 is equipped with ◆ a relay output [ L‘ ] for the connection * of an electrical appliance: e.g.
5.1 Button functions Controller Design Function Activate or deactivate 1 x tap the light or appliance 1 x tap DOWN Control roller shutters / Venetian blinds tap again STOP STOP 1 x tap briefly UP briefly DOWN Roller shutters / Venetian blinds in 1 x long DOWN...
5.2 Button combinations Activate the registering Activate the log-off mode, mode, see page 30. see page 31. 1 sec. 1 sec. Clear the DuoFern Activate the jog mode, network, see page 34. see page 35. 5 sec. 1 sec. Set lighting, Software reset, see page 37.
6. Technical specifications Mains supply [ L / N ] Mains supply voltage: 230 V / 50 Hz Consumption: Standby: < 0.6 W Connection [ L‘ and L / N ] Switching voltage: 230 V / 50 Hz Maximum switching ohmic load, e.g.
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Improper use can lead to serious injuries or property dam- age. ◆ Due to the small contact distance (µ), not suitable for disconnecting. ◆ The DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 should not be used for an electrically safe disconnection of the connected appliances. General information Permissible ambient tem- 0 °C to 40 °C...
Transmission power: max. 10 mW indoors: approx. 30 m * Range: outdoors: approx. 100 m * depending on the building structure per button group Max. number of DuoFern devices: 24 in total Factory settings DuoFern devices: none Jog mode: deactivated, for all groups...
Controller 9494-2. ◆ Switch off the mains power before removing the cover panel. ◆ The DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 should not be operated without the cover panel and frame. ◆ Assemble all the components of the operating unit before inserting it into the installation housing.
7.1 Intended use Only use the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller to log on and control DuoFern devices. Operating conditions ◆ The associated tubular motor must be fitted with a mechanical or electronic end position switch. ◆ Only use the DuoFern Multiple wlal Controller 9494-2 in dry rooms.
Improper use can lead to serious injuries or property damage. ◆ Never use the radio system (e.g. DuoFern radio system) and its components for the remote control of appliances and systems with increased safety-relevant requirements or where there is an accident risk.
Controller 9494-2. ◆ Switch off the mains power before removing the cover panel. ◆ The DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 should not be operated without the cover panel and frame. ◆ Assemble all the components of the operating unit before...
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8.1 Printing the label insert The provided label insert can be printed with the application specified by you. Please only use a laser printer for printing. * Lift the transparent cover panel from the operating panel and insert the printed paper into the cover panel. Next, press the cover panel on to the operating unit until it locks in place.
◆ Do not install the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller in the proximity of powerful radio systems. ◆ In order to ensure optimal operation, the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller should not be installed on a metallic base or near metal objects.
◆ When using the control input [Ext. ], you must connect the external switches / push buttons and the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 to the same phase [L]. ◆ The maximum length of lead to connect an external switch/...
8.5 Carrying out the Electrical Connection Ensure the mains is disconnected and check whether the mains power cables are current-free. Securely lay the connecting cables right into the flush-mounted box. Remove the insulation on all leads down to 6 mm in length and connect them according to the following connection diagram.
8.6 Connection of a lamp and push button Lamp L‘ N L L Ext. External switch or push button (optional) 230 V / 50 Hz The additional connection terminals [ N ] and [ L ] are solely intended for wiring the connected electrical consumers and/or an external switch / push button.
8.7 Connection Diagram with Changeover Switch Lamp L‘ N L L Ext. 230 V / 50 Hz * Changeover switch (cross connection also possible) The additional connection terminals [ N ] and [ L ] are solely intended for wiring the connected electrical consumers and/or an external switch / push button.
8.8 Installation after the electrical connection Insert the installation housing into the flush-mounted box and fasten it with the screws of the claw fasteners. Place the frame on the installation housing and put the spacer frame into the frame. Then carefully insert the operating unit into the installation housing .
Controlling the relay output [ L‘ ] with a DuoFern transmitter If a DuoFern transmitter is logged on to the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2, the relay output [ L‘ ] can be switched with this. Max. number of DuoFern devices You can log a maximum of 8 DuoFern devices on to each button group.
39. Removing the factory default reservation for buttons 1 and 2 Log off all DuoFern devices from buttons 1 and 2, see information above. Press and hold the button 2 for approx.
Pay attention to the LEDs All LEDs will light up red, one after the other, if the log-on was unsuccessful. For example, if... ◆ 8 DuoFern devices are already logged on to a button group. ◆ an unsuitable device is logged on.
9.3 Logging off DuoFern devices Switch the desired DuoFern device to the log-off mode (please refer to the relevant instruction manual). Activate the log-off mode on the Roller shutters DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller. Simultaneously press and hold the Morning Mood buttons 5 and 6 for 1 second.
9.4 Logging on to the HomePilot® In combination with the HomePilot®, all 6 buttons of the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller can be used to individually trigger scenes. To do so, it must first be logged on to the HomePilot®. Open the user interface of the HomePilot® and click left on the...
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Click on the desired device and assign an individual name, if required. In addition, a graphic symbol can be selected. Save the setting. The DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller is then listed on the left under "devices" and "transmitters" and can be...
9.5 Clearing up the DuoFern network This function enables you to log off all DuoFern devices from the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller that are no longer accessible via radio. Not all battery-operated DuoFern devices can be logged off in this way.
10. Activating the jog mode In the jog mode, the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller can be used, e.g. to control Venetian blinds. 5 sec. Attention! The switching mode only remains active for approx. 5 seconds. Activate the jog mode for one button group 1 sec.
10.1 Operation in jog mode Tilting the slats Briefly tapping the operating buttons enables Venetian blinds slats to be conveniently configured. Driving the slats into the end position Press the operating button longer to drive the Venetian blinds into the end position. The drive can be stopped again by briefly tapping the button again, see page 12 "Button functions".
11. Setting the lighting The DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 has permanent light- ing that has four different settings (Off + 3 levels of brightness). Function when on standby The lighting will shine permanently in the set brightness level. 5 sec.
Subsequently check that the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 is functioning correctly. If the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 is still not reacting, carry out a software reset (see page 39) and test the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 with the factory settings.
13. Erase all settings, software reset A software reset must be carried out to reset the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller to the original default condition as when supplied. Press and hold buttons 5 and 6 Roller shutters simultaneously until all LEDs continuously light up red.
Check that the system is de-energised. Carry out a software reset (see page 39) to log off all DuoFern devices from the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller. Ensure the mains are current-free. Secure it from restarting and check that the system is de-energised.
15. Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity RADEMACHER Geräte-Elektronik GmbH hereby declares that the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-2 complies with the Directive 2014/53/EU (Radio Equipment Directive). The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following website:...
16. Warranty Terms and Conditions RADEMACHER Geräte-Elektronik GmbH shall provide a 24-month warranty for new systems that have been installed in compliance with the installation instructions. All construction faults, material defects and manufacturing defects shall be covered by the warranty. Your statutory warranty claims shall remain unaffected by this warranty.
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