FIBARO FGCD-001 - CO Sensor Manual

Description and features

FIBARO CO Sensor is an ultra-light, compact, battery-powered carbon monoxide detector, designed to be placed on a wall.

Its high sensitivity allows to detect the presence of the carbon monoxide (CO) gas at the early stage in order to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Alarm is signalled with a built-in siren, blinking LED indicator and by sending commands to Z-Wave network devices.

Additionally, the device is equipped with a temperature sensor.

Main features of FIBARO CO Sensor

• compatible with any Z-Wave or Z-Wave Plus Controller
• supports protected mode (Z-Wave network security mode) with AES-128 encryption
• wall-mounted
• battery-powered
• completely wireless
• alarm signalled with a built-in siren and LED diode
• built-in temperature sensor

NOTE
This device may be used with all devices certified with the Z-Wave Plus certificate and should be compatible with such devices produced by other manufacturers.

NOTE
FIBARO CO Sensor is a Security Enabled Z-Wave Plus product and a Security Enabled Z-Wave Controller must be used in order to fully utilize the product.

FIBARO CO Sensor is a fully compatible Z-Wave Plus device.

Basic activation

NOTE
Recommended height of installation is dependant on the purpose of the room and height at which head typically is.

NOTE
FIBARO CO Sensor may operate as a stand-alone carbon monoxide detector or may be used in cooperation with Z-Wave Controller (eg. FIBARO Home Center) as a part of smart home system.

1. Turn the cover counter-clockwise.
   
2. Take off the cover.
   
3. Remove the paper strip protecting the battery.
   
4. Proper powering up will be confirmed with a short beep.
   
5. Add the device (as described in "Adding/removing the device") if you want to use it in the Z-Wave network.
6. Mount the cover on a wall.
7. Attach the device to its cover.
8. Turn the device clockwise to close it.

Adding/removing the device

Adding (Inclusion)

Z-Wave device learning mode, allowing to add the device to existing Z-Wave network.

To add the device:

1. Place the device within direct range of the Z-Wave controller.
2. Set the main Z-Wave controller in (security/non-security) adding mode (see the controller's manual).
3. Quickly, triple click the button located on the casing.
   
4. Wait for the device to be added into the system.
5. Successful adding will be confirmed by the Z-Wave controller's message.

NOTE
When powered, the device will indicate Z-Wave status with colour of LED:

• Green - the device is already added to the Z-Wave network.
• Red - the device is not added to any Z-Wave network.

NOTE
In case the device is not added, please reset the device and repeat the adding procedure.

Removing (Exclusion)

Z-Wave device learning mode, allowing to remove the device from existing Z-Wave network.

To remove the device:

1. Place the device within direct range of the Z-Wave controller.
2. Set the main Z-Wave controller in remove mode (see the controller's manual).
3. Quickly, triple click the button located on the casing.
4. Wait for the removing process to end.
5. Successful removing will be confirmed by the Z-Wave controller's message.

NOTE
When changing the Sensor's location, it's recommended to wake up the device and reconfigure the Z-Wave network by clicking the button.

NOTE
Removing the device from the Z-Wave network restores all the default parameters of the device.

Physical installation

NOTE
Recommended height of installation is dependant on the purpose of the room and height at which head typically is.

READ BEFORE INSTALLATION AND HEED ALL THE WARNINGS!

• The device should be installed below the ceiling level.
• The device should be installed on the wall, at least 30 cm (1 ft) away from the corners.
• The device should not be installed: in a bathroom, next to heat sources, within range of kids, obstructed from possible carbon monoxide sources, in direct sunlight.
• The device should be installed by a qualified installer.
• Do not paint the device.
• The device should be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth or moistened tissue.

Place of installation

Installation on the wall

1. Mount the cover on a wall.
2. Attach the device to its cover.
3. Turn the device clockwise to close it.

Operating the device

Menu allows to perform Z-Wave network actions. In order to use the menu:

1. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds
2. You should hear a short signal while the LED diode blinks white.
3. Release the button.
4. Wait for the device to indicate desired menu position with a colour:
   • White - confirm the start of the firmware update process
   • Green - send the current state of CO Alarm
   • Magenta - Z-Wave network's range test
   • Yellow - the device reset
5. Press the button to confirm selection.

NOTE
CO Sensor must be detached from the wall and battery level must be greater than 30% of its full capacity to perform the firmware update process.

Waking up the device

The CO Sensor needs to be woken up to receive information about the new configuration from the Z-Wave controller, like parameters and associations. To wake up the sensor manually click the button located on the casing.

Self-test

1. Press and hold the button.
2. The LED indicator will glow white and you will hear a short beep.
3. Release the button when you hear the first alarm sequence.
4. Move away from the device to protect your hearing.

If the self-test procedure does not result in emitting sound and red light signal, replace the device.

The alarm is very loud! Only the first alarm sequence is quieter.

Resetting the device to factory defaults

Reset procedure allows to restore the device back to its factory settings, which means all information about the Z-Wave controller and user configuration will be deleted.

1. Press and hold the button.
2. Release the button when LED indicator glows white and short beep sounds.
3. Click the button when LED indicator glows yellow.
4. After few seconds the device will be reset (confirmed by red LED indicator and long beep).

NOTE
Resetting the device is not the recommended way of removing the device from the Z-Wave network. use the reset procedure only if the primary controller is missing or inoperable. Certain device removal can be achieved by the procedure of removing described in "Adding/removing the device".

Visual indications & acoustic signals

Indications and signals

The CO Sensor is equipped with a LED diode and a buzzer, signalling menu position and status of the device.

Device status indications

NOTE
Replace the device before date on the front or if sensor error is detected.

Battery

FIBARO CO Sensor can be powered with CR123A (included) battery. Estimated battery life with device on default settings is 3 years (tested with Panasonic Industrial Lithium).

Checking battery level

FIBARO CO Sensor automatically warns about low battery with one yellow blink and a short beep, when battery level is low.

Replacing the battery

1. Remove the device from the cover by turning it counter-clockwise.
2. Pull the paper strip to take out the battery.
3. Press and hold the button for at least one second.
4. Insert a new CR123A battery observing the polarities shown inside.
5. Attach the device to its cover by turning it clockwise and perform the test (as described in #5: Operating the device).

Using batteries other than specified may result in explosion. Dispose of properly, observing environmental protection rules.

Use only type of battery specified in this manual and keep proper polarity!

Associations

NOTE
Association ensures direct transfer of control commands between devices, is performed without participation of the main controller and requires associated device to be in the direct range.

NOTE
2nd and 4th association groups use BASIC CC, but the device does not respond to GET commands.

Association (linking devices) - direct control of other devices within the Z-Wave system network e.g. Dimmer, Relay Switch, Roller Shutter or scene (may be controlled only through a Z-Wave controller).

The device provides the association of six groups

1st association group – "Lifeline" reports the device status and allows for assigning single device only (main controller by default).

2nd association group – "CO Alarm" is assigned to the device status - devices in this group will be switched on/off when CO Alarm status changes.

3rd association group – "CO Alarm" is assigned to the device status - devices in this group will receive notification when CO Alarm status changes. useful for devices that can trigger alarms.

4th association group – "CO Level" is assigned to measured CO level - devices in this group will be switched on/off after exceeding the level of CO concentration specified in parameter 14.

5th association group – "Tamper Alarm" is assigned to the tamper - sends tamper alarm and cancellation frames to the associated devices.

6th association group – "CO Alarm BC" is assigned to the device status - devices in this group will receive sensor alarm frames when CO Alarm status changes. Provides backward compatibility with controllers not supporting Z-Wave Plus protocol.

7th association group – "Tamper Alarm BC" is assigned to the tamper - sends tamper alarm and alarm cancellation frames to the associated devices. Provides backward compatibility with controllers not supporting Z-Wave Plus protocol.

The CO Sensor in 2nd to 7th group allows to control 5 regular or multichannel devices per an association group.
"Lifeline" group is reserved solely for the controller and hence only 1 node can be assigned.

It is not recommended to associate more than 10 devices in general, as the response time to control commands depends on the number of associated devices. In extreme cases, system response may be delayed.

To add an association (using the Home Center controller)

1. Go toSettings
2. Go to Devices.
3. Select the appropriate device from the list.
4. Select the Associations tab.
5. Define to which group and which devices to associate.
6. Save the changes.
7. Press the button to wake up the device or wait until the auto-awaken time has elapsed.

Notification report

The device uses Notification Command Class to report different events to 1st association group (Lifeline).

Advanced parameters

NOTE
Entering invalid value of parameter will result in response with Application Rejected frame and not setting the value.

The CO Sensor allows to customize its operation to user's needs. The settings are available in the FIBARO interface as simple options that may be chosen by selecting the appropriate box.

In order to configure the CO Sensor (using the Home Center controller):

1. Go to Settings
2. Go to Devices.
3. Select the appropriate device from the list.
4. Select the Parameters tab.
5. Change values of selected parameters.
6. Save your changes.
7. Press the button to wake up the device or wait until the auto-awaken time has elapsed.

Wake up interval

Available settings: 0 or 3600-43200 (in seconds, 1h - 12h)

Default setting: 21 600 (every 6 hours)

The CO Sensor will wake up at each defined time interval and always try to connect with the main controller. After successful communication attempt, the device will update configuration parameters, associations, settings and then will go into Z-Wave communication standby.

After failed communication attempt (eg. no Z-Wave range) the device will go into Z-Wave communication standby and retry to establish connection with the main controller after the next time interval.

Setting wake up interval to 0 disables sending Wake up notification to the controller automatically. Wake up may be still performed manually using the button.

Longer time interval means less frequent communication and thus a longer battery life.

2. Z-Wave notifications
   This parameter allows to set the actions which result in sending notifications to the Z-Wave network controller.

   Available settings:	0 - both actions disabled 1 - tampering (opened casing) 2 - exceeding the temperature 3 - both actions enabled
   Default setting:	0	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

3. LED diode indications
   This parameter allows to set the actions which result in LED diode indications. This parameter does not apply to the most important actions, such as CO Alarm, Malfunction Alarm and Low Battery Alarm.

   Available settings:	0 - all actions disabled 1 - tampering (opened casing) 2 - exceeding the temperature 4 - lack of Z-Wave range
   Default setting:	0	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

   NOTE
   Parameter 3 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2+4=7 means that all actions will be active.
4. Acoustic signals
   This parameter allows to set the actions which result in acoustic signals. This parameter does not apply to the most important actions, such as CO Alarm, Malfunction Alarm and Low Battery Alarm.

   Available settings:	0 - all actions disabled 1 - tampering (opened casing) 2 - exceeding the temperature 4 - lack of Z-Wave range
   Default setting:	0	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

   NOTE
   Parameter 4 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2+4=7 means that all actions will be active.

7. Associations in Z-Wave network security mode
   Parameter defines how commands are sent in specified association groups: as secure or non-secure. Parameter is active only in Z-Wave network security mode. It does not apply to 1st "Lifeline" association group.

   Available settings:	1 - 2nd group sent as secure 2 - 3rd group sent as secure 4 - 4th group sent as secure 8 - 5th group sent as secure 16 - 6th group sent as secure 32 - 7th group sent as secure
   Default setting:	63	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

   NOTE
   Parameter 7 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that 2nd & 3rd group are sent as secure.

10. Commands sent to 2nd association group (CO Alarm)
    This parameter defines commands sent to devices associated in 2nd association group (CO Alarm). Values of specified commands may be set in parameters 11 and 12.
    

    Available settings:	1 - BASIC ON 2 - BASIC OFF 3 - BASIC ON & BASIC OFF
    Default setting:	3 (ON & OFF)	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

11. Value of BASIC ON command sent to 2nd association group
    This parameter defines the value of BASIC ON command sent to devices in 2nd association group after the CO Alarm activation.

    Available settings:	0-99 or 255
    Default setting:	255 (turn on)	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

12. Value of BASIC OFF command sent to 2nd association group
    This parameter defines the value of BASIC OFF command sent to devices in 2nd association group after the CO Alarm cancellation.

    Available settings:	0-99 or 255
    Default setting:	0 (turn off)	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

    NOTE
    Setting parameters 11-12 to appropriate value will result in:
    0 - turning associated devices off
    1-99 - forcing level of associated devices
    255 - setting associated devices to the last remembered state or turning them on
13. Commands sent to 4th association group (CO Level)
    This parameter defines commands sent to devices associated in 4th association group (CO Level). Values of specified commands may be set in parameters 16 and 19.

    Available settings:	1 - BASIC ON 2 - BASIC OFF 3 - BASIC ON & BASIC OFF
    Default setting:	3 (ON & OFF)	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

14. CO level required for sending BASIC ON command to 4th association group
    This parameter defines the minimum level of CO concentration which exceeding will result in starting the timer set in parameter 15.

    Available settings:	25-400 - CO concentration level in ppm
    Default setting:	40 (40 ppm)	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

    NOTE
    Parameter 14 value must be at least 4 ppm higher than parameter 17 value.
15. Time required for sending BASIC ON command to 4th association group
    This parameter defines the time during which the level of CO concentration should remain above the value set in parameter 14 to send the BASIC ON command to 4th association group.

    Available settings:	0 - immediate sending of BASIC ON command 1-2880 (30s - 24h, in 30s steps)
    Default setting:	0	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

16. Value of BASIC ON command sent to 4th association group
    This parameter defines the value of BASIC ON command sent to devices in 4th association group after exceeding the CO level set in parameter 14 through the time set in parameter 15.

    Available settings:	0-99 or 255
    Default setting:	255 (turn on)	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

    NOTE
    Setting parameter 16 to appropriate value will result in:
    0 - turning associated devices off
    1-99 - forcing level of associated devices
    255 - setting associated devices to the last remembered state or turning them on.
17. CO Level required for sending BASIC OFF command to 4th association group
    This parameter defines the level of CO concentration below which falling will result in sending the BASIC OFF command to 4th association group.

    Available settings:	10-400 - CO concentration level in ppm
    Default setting:	25 (25 ppm)	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

    NOTE
    Parameter 17 value must be at least 4 ppm lower than parameter 14 value.

19. Value of BASIC OFF command sent to 4th association group
    This parameter defines the value of BASIC OFF command sent to devices in 4th association group after falling below the CO level set in parameter 17.

    Available settings:	0-99 or 255
    Default setting:	0 (turn off)	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

    NOTE
    Setting parameter 19 to appropriate value will result in:
    0 - turning associated devices off
    1-99 - forcing level of associated devices
    255 - setting associated devices to the last remembered state or turning them on.
20. Temperature reporting time interval
    Time interval (in seconds) between consecutive reports of temperature (done by built-in temperature sensor). Short time interval means more frequent communication, which results in shortened battery life.

    Available settings:	0 - no periodical reports 10-1440 (5min - 12h, in 30s steps)
    Default setting:	0	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

21. Temperature reporting hysteresis
    This parameter defines a minimum change in temperature resulting in a report being sent to the main Z-Wave controller.

    Available settings:	1-20 (0.5°C - 10°C, each 0.5°C)
    Default setting:	2 (1°C)	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

22. Threshold of exceeding the temperature
    This parameter defines the temperature level, which exceeding will result in sending actions set in parameters 2, 3 and 4.

    Available settings:	1-85 (1°C - 85°C, each 1°C)
    Default setting:	55 (55°C)	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

23. CO meter activation
    This parameter activates reporting the value of CO concentration level to the main Z-Wave controller.

    Available settings:	0 - disabled 1 - enabled
    Default setting:	1 (enabled)	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

    NOTE
    Values received by the controller may be used for graphs of CO concentration level.

25. CO level reporting hysteresis
    This parameter defines a minimum change in CO concentration level which results in sending a new value to the main Z-Wave controller.

    Available settings:	2-6 (10 ppm - 30 ppm, each 5 ppm)
    Default setting:	2 (10 ppm)	Parameter size:	1 [byte]

    NOTE
    Parameter 25 is closely related to parameter 26.
26. Threshold of CO meter activation
    This parameter defines the CO concentration level, which exceeding will result in sending a new value to the main Z-Wave controller, according to parameter 25 settings. Adjusting the value allows to get the accurate data in case of danger and helps to save the battery in normal conditions.

    Available settings:	10-255 (ppm)
    Default setting:	30 (30 ppm)	Parameter size:	2 [bytes]

Specifications

Using batteries other than specified may result in explosion. Dispose of properly, observing environmental protection rules.

NOTE
Replace the device before date on the front or if sensor error is detected.

NOTE
Radio frequency of individual device must be same as your Z-Wave controller. Check information on the box or consult your dealer if you are not sure.