FIBARO FGRGBWM-441 Operating Manual

ENG
Although Z-Wave is quite a new technology, it has already become
recognized and officially a binding standard, similarly to Wi-Fi.
Many manufacturers in various industries offer solutions based on
Z-Wave technology, guaranteeing their compatibility. This means
that the system is open and it may be extended in the future. Find
more information at www.fibaro.com.
Fibaro generates a dynamic network structure. After Fibaro System
is switched on, the location of its individual components is
automatically updated in real-time through status confirmation
signals received from devices operating in a "mesh" network.
II Device Applications
Fibaro RGBW Controller may control:
• 12 / 24VDC powered RGB strips
Operating Manual
• 12 / 24VDC powered RGBW strips
• 12 / 24VDC powered LED strips, bulbs, etc.
FIBARO RGBW Controller
• 12 / 24VDC powered halogen lights
• 12 / 24VDC powered low output power fans
FGRGBWM-441-EN-A-v1.01
Additional features:
• 0-10V sensors signal readouts,
• 0-10V potentiometer signal readouts, and managing outputs
accordingly,
• controlled by momentary or toggle switches
Fibaro RGBW Controller is a universal, Z-Wave compatible RGB /
RGBW controller. Fibaro RGBW Controller uses PWM output
III Installing the device
signal, which enables it to control LED, RGB, RGBW strips,
halogen lights and fans. Controlled devices may be powered by 12
1. Before installation ensure the voltage supply is disconnected.
or 24 VDC. In addition the device supports up to four, 0V - 10V
2. Connect Fibaro RGBW Controller according to wiring diagram.
analog sensors, such as temperature sensors, humidity sensors,
First, connect outputs (R,G,B,W) RGB/RGBW/LED diodes or
wind sensors, air quality sensors, light sensors etc. All IN and OUT
Halogen lights, or inputs (I1-I4). Second, connect voltage supply.
terminals may be user configured for LED control or 0V-10V signal
Note the device must be powered by a dedicated stabilized power
readouts.
adapter.
3. Arrange the antenna (find tips below wiring diagrams).
Specifications
4. Turn the voltage on.
5. Include the module into the Z-Wave network.
Power Supply: 12 V DC
24 V DC
Warning!
Rated output power:
combined 12A (sum of all
1) Fibaro RGBW Controller is dedicated to operate in low voltage
connected output channels); 6A
circuits of 12VDC or 24VDC. Connecting higher voltage load may
for single output channel
result in Fibaro RGBW Controller damage.
PWM output frequency:
244 Hz
2) Fibaro RGBW Controller must be powered by the same voltage
as the connected light source. I.e. if controlling 12V LED strip, the
Electricity consumption: 0,3W
module must be connected to 12V power supply. Similarly, if
controlling 24V RGBW strip, Fibaro RGBW Controller must be
1mW
Radio signal power:
powered by 24V voltage supply.
For installation in boxes: Ø≥50 mm 3) Fibaro RGBW Controller has 0-10V input. There is no 0-10V
output. Output is controlled by PWM at 244Hz.
4) Fibaro RGBW Controller must be powered by 12VDC or 24 VDC
Max load (e.g. halogen at 12V - 144W combined,
stabilized power supply with outputs load capacity matched to loads
bulbs): at 24V - 288W combined.
voltage.
5) Sensors using 0-10V interface use wire connection to inputs I1 -
In accordance with EU EMC 2004/108/EC
I4. Maximum length of 0-10V connection line is 10 m. Observe
standards: R&TTE 1999/5/WE
sensor's manufacturer recommendations towards 0-10V line
diameter.
6) In case of connecting long RGBW/RGB/LED strips voltage drops
Radio protocol: Z-Wave
may occur, resulting in lower light brightness further from R/G/B/W
outputs. To eliminate this effect it's recommended to connect few
shorter strips in parallel connection instead of one long strip
868,4 MHz EU;
Radio frequency:
connected serially.
908,4 MHz US;
Maximum recommended wire length, used to connect R/G/B/W
921,4 MHz ANZ;
outputs with a RGBW/RGB/LED strip is 10 m. Observe connected
869,2 MHz RU;
loads manufacturer recommendations towards connection wire
diameter.
Range:
up to 50m outdoors / up to 30m
indoors; depending on terrain and
GLOSSARY OF TERMS:
building structure
• INCLUSION (Adding) - a device sends "Node Info" frame, to
Operational temperature:
0 - 40 C
o enable user to add it to Fibaro system (Home Center). To send
Node Info frame and put device in permanent listening mode press
B button 3 times. After sending Node Info frame device waits 5
Dimensions (L x W x H): 42 x 37 x 17 mm
seconds for Z-Wave frames.
• EXCLUSION (Removing) - removing a device from the Fibaro
Technical Information
radio system.
• ASSOCIATION - controlling other devices of Fibaro system.
• Controlled by Fibaro System devices or any Z-Wave controller
• Microprocessor controlled
• Executive element: transistor IV Z-Wave network inclusion
• Active and historic (average) power consumption measuring
Fibaro RGBW Controller may be included into Z-Wave network
I General Information About Fibaro System
using B-button or any switch key connected to I1-I4 inputs. The
device has an auto-inclusion function implemented and can be
included into the Z-Wave network automatically, by simply
Fibaro is a wireless system, based on Z-Wave technology. Fibaro
connecting the voltage supply.
provides many advantages when compared to similar systems. In
Adding Fibaro RGBW Controller to the Z-Wave network in
general, radio systems create a direct connection between the
auto-inclusion mode:
receiver and transmitter. However, the radio signal is weakened by
various obstacles located in its path (apartment walls, furniture,
1. Make sure Fibaro RGBW Controller is not connected to voltage
etc.) and in extreme cases it fails to transfer required data. The
supply and located within direct range of the main controller.
advantage of Fibaro System is that its devices, apart from being
2. Set the Z-Wave network main controller into learning mode (see
transmitters and signal receivers, also duplicate signal. When a
Z-Wave network controller operating manual).
direct connection path between the transmitter and the receiver
3. Connect voltage supply to auto-include Fibaro RGBW Controller.
cannot be established, the connection may be achieved through
4. Fibaro RGBW Controller will be automatically recognized and
other intermediate devices.
included in the Z-Wave network.
Fibaro is a bi-directional wireless system. This means that the
To disable auto-inclusion press the B-button briefly, after
signal is not only sent to the receivers but also the receivers send
connecting Fibaro RGBW Controller to voltage supply.
the confirmation of its reception. This operation confirms their
status, which checks whether they are active or not.
Adding Fibaro RGBW Controller to the Z-Wave network in manual
Safety of the Fibaro System transmission is comparable to the
inclusion mode:
safety of transmission in data bus wired systems.
1. Connect Fibaro RGBW Controller to voltage supply.
Fibaro operates in the free bandwidth for data transmission. The
2. Set the Z-Wave network main controller into learning mode (see
frequency depends on radio regulations in individual countries.
Z-Wave network controller operating manual).
Each Fibaro network has its own unique network identification
3. Triple click the B-button or any switch connected to I1-I4 inputs.
number (home ID), which is why it is possible to co-operate two or
4. Fibaro RGBW Controller will be automatically recognized and
more independent systems in a single building without any
included in the Z-Wave network.
interference.
X First configuration.
V Z-Wave network exclusion
Operating through the Z-Wave network
Excluding the Fibaro RGBW Controller from the Z-Wave network:
After inclusion to the Z-Wave network, Home Center 2 interface will
present the module as un-configured device.
1. Connect Fibaro RGBW Controller to voltage supply.
2. Set the Z-Wave network main controller into learning mode (see
Z-Wave network controller operating manual).
3. Triple click the B-button or any switch connected to I1-I4 inputs.
VI Resetting Fibaro RGBW Controller
Reset procedure clears the Fibaro RGBW Controller's memory,
including Z-Wave network controller information, energy
consumption data and 5 user-defined programs.
Resetting Fibaro RGBW Controller:
1. Disconnect voltage supply.
2. Press and hold the B-button located inside Fibaro RGBW
Controller's casing.
3. Connect voltage supply still holding the B-button.
To configure the device please follow the steps below:
4. Release the B-button.
1) Specify controlled device - RGBW, RGB, IN/OUT (further
5. B channel will turn on (blue channel).
described in pt. IX)
6. Disconnect power supply.
Warning!
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Resetting the RGBW Controller does not mean is
has been removed from Z-Wave network If RGBW/RGB mode is chosen, device icon will be as follows:
controller's memory. Remove the RGBW Control window description:
Controller from Z-Wave network controller's
1 - Currently chosen colour.
memory before carrying out the resetting
2 - ON/OFF button.
procedure.
3 - Colours slider - allows for choosing any colour in RGB scale,
white colour saturation and all colours brightness.
4 - Favourite colours section.
VII Fibaro RGBW Controller operating modes
5 - Predefined colour programs.
The device may be controller by momentary or toggle switches.
2) 2. As described in pt. IX IN/OUT mode allows for configuring each
Fibaro RGBW Controller may serve as 0-10V input module and
IN/OUT independently.
operate with any 0-10V sensor, e.g. temperature sensors, wind
speed/direction sensors, air quality sensors, light sensors, etc.
Fig 3 shows an example configuration: I1 configured as a light
Fibaro RGBW Controller offers fully configurable operating modes,
intensity sensor; I2 configured as a dimmer, e.g. controlling LED
described in pt. X, user defined in parameter 14. Operating mode
strip; I3 configured as a temperature sensor; I4 configured as a
is set during first configuration in Home Center 2 interface. Other
dimmer, e.g. controlling halogen lamp.
main controllers require dedicated setting of parameter 14. Refer to
As shown in Fig.3 inputs set to work in analog mode require
p.VIII and IX for operating modes detailed description.
following configuration:
Fibaro RGBW Controller's operating modes:
- Actual voltage range (e.g. 0-10V, 1-10V, 0-5V)
1) RGB/RGBW - controlling RGBW/RGB/LED strips or Halogen
- Measured unit range (e.g. 0-50oC for temperature sensor)
lights based on signals from switches connected to I1-I4 inputs.
Above information can be found in sensor's operating manual.
User may precisely set illumination colour.
Device icons in the main controllers interface will reflect the above
2) IN/OUT - all inputs and outputs may be freely configured by the
configuration settings, e.g. light sensor, temperature sensor, two
user. All inputs I1 - I4 and outputs R, G, B, W may be independently
OUT devices i.e. LED strips or Halogen bulbs, as shown in fig.4.
configured by the user. Depending on configuration the device will
be presented in Home Center 2 interface as sensors or dimmers.
User defines sensor type and its operating range. If a given
XI Associations
channel operates in OUT mode, user may control e.g. LED or
Halogen lamp brightness.
All of the operating modes are described in fig. 5
Through an association Fibaro RGBW Controller may control
another Z-Wave network device, e.g. another RGBW Controller,
Wall Plug, Dimmer, Relay Switch or Roller Shutter. Such a control
VIII Manual RGB/RGBW operating mode is done via switch keys connected to I1-I4 outputs only. Operation
through the Z-Wave network doesn't trigger the associated
devices.
Fibaro RGBW Controller has 4 controllable inputs I1-I4, configured
by default to work with push buttons. Each input controls
designated channel, i.e.:
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- I1 controls R channel.
- I2 controls G channel.
- I3 controls B channel.
- I4 controls W channel.
Controlling I1-I4 inputs is achieved by connecting ground wire
(GND) to specified channel (see scheme).
Further, parameter's 14 settings allow for following type of manual
control:
Fibaro RGBW Controller provides five association groups:
1) NORMAL mode - controlling output assigned to given input
terminal. In this setting outputs will be controlled independently
I association group assigned to I1 input - sends control frame to
from one another, e.g. allowing for free adjusting each colours
associated devices each time the device state changes. (ON /
saturation. Double click will set a given channel's saturation to
OFF)
100%. This operating mode works with momentary and toggle
II association group assigned to I2 input - sends control frame to
switches.
associated devices each time the device state changes. (ON /
2) BRIGHTNESS mode - all outputs are controlled together, i.e.
OFF)
one switch controls brightness of all channels at the same time.
III association group assigned to I3 input - sends control frame to
This operating mode works with momentary and toggle switches.
associated devices each time the device state changes. (ON /
3) RAINBOW mode - 3. mode - all outputs are controlled together
OFF)
giving a transition of full colours spectrum. RAINBOW mode works
IV association group assigned to I4 input - sends control frame to
with momentary switches only.
associated devices each time the device state changes. (ON /
OFF)
V association group reports device status. Only one device may
IX IN/OUT mode - 0-10V inputs, PWM outputs
be assigned to this group, main controller by default. It's not
recommended to modify this group's settings.
Fibaro RGBW Controller has 4 controllable, analog inputs I1 - I4,
Fibaro RGBW Controller allows for controlling up to 5 regular
allowing for 0-10V analog signal interpretation. This functionality
devices (opposed to multi channel devices) per each association
may be used in operation with analog sensors and potentiometers.
group, out of which 1 field is reserved for the main controller.
What's more, in IN/OUT mode all inputs and outputs may be
To add an association, (using Home Center 2 interface) go to
configured independently, e.g. I1 may be configured as 0-10V
device settings and click the following icon:
sensor input and I2-I4 may control LED strip or Halogen lamps.
Another option is to configure I1 as 0-10V input and connect 0-10V
Select the "device options" tab. Then specify to which group and
potentiometer to it, and connecting Halogen lamps to R output. At
what devices are to be associated. Sending relevant information to
the same time, other inputs may work with 0-10V sensors.
devices added to association groups may take even a few minutes.
Fig 1 - Unconfigured RGB device icon
Home Center 2 controller allows for choosing command frame sent
to associated devices:
Normal (Dimmer) - synchronization with dimmer
Note!
Association allows for direct communication Normal (RGBW) - synchronization with other producers RGBW
between Z-Wave network devices. Main controller controllers
does not take part in such communication. Using
Normal (RGBW-FIBARO) - synchronization with Fibaro RGBW
this mechanism, Fibaro RGBW Controller may
Controllers
communicate with other devices even when the
main controller is damaged, e.g. in fire.
XII Current load and energy consumption
1) Fibaro RGBW Controller allows for the current load and power
consumption monitoring. Data is sent to the main controller, e.g.
Home Center 2. Measuring is carried out by an independent
microprocessor dedicated exclusively for the purpose, assuring
maximum accuracy and precision. The microprocessor is factory
calibrated.
Electric power - power consumed by an electric device in an
instant, in Watts (W).
Electric energy - energy consumed by a device through a time
period. Most commonly measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh). One
kilowatt-hour is equal to one kilowatt of power consumed over a
period of one hour, 1kWh = 1000 Wh.
Note!
1) Please contact your local supplier for the
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current rates.
2) Fibaro RGBW Controller stores consumed
electricity data on its memory, which means
disconnecting the module from voltage supply
does not erase the data.
Resetting electricity consumption memory - reset the device
(see pt. VI) or choose reset electricity consumption memory option
from the main controller's menu.
Fig. 2 Fibaro RGBW Controller control window
Fig 3 - IN / OUT mode settings screen
Fig 4 - IN / OUT controlled devices icons
Fig 5 - Modes of operation