FIBARO

FIBARO Dimmer 2

SKU: FGD-212

ZWave+ Security

Quickstart

This is a secure Light Dimmer Switch for XXXQFrequencyName. To run this device please connect it to your mains power supply. To add this device to your network execute the following action:
1) Switch off the mains voltage.2) Open the wall switch box.3) Connect the Dimmer in accordance with one of the diagrams attached in the manual.4) Switch on the mains voltage.5) Wait for the calibration process to end. Light may blink. The device will be switched off once the process is completed.6) Set the main Z-Wave controller in add mode (see the controllers manual).7) Quickly, three times press the B-button or key connected to the S1 terminal.8) Wait for the device to be added to system. Successful adding will be confirmed by the controller.9) Arrange the antenna and close the wall switch box.



Important safety information

Please read this manual carefully. Failure to follow the recommendations in this manual may be dangerous or may violate the law. The manufacturer, importer, distributor and seller shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from failure to comply with the instructions in this manual or any other material. Use this equipment only for its intended purpose. Follow the disposal instructions. Do not dispose of electronic equipment or batteries in a fire or near open heat sources.
Attention: This manual is automatically generated from Z-Wave Alliance Product data and may be incomplete. Please refer to the Manufacturers Manual for more information.

Product Description

FIBARO Dimmer 2 can switch or dim connected light source either through radio waves or through the wall switch connected directly to it. Dimmer 2 is equipped with a smart algorithm of light source detection which makes configuration easier and ensures high compatibility of the device. It may be used as a switch with non-dimmable light sources in 3-wire connection. Active power and energy consumption allows to monitor and reduce electricity bills. Dimmer 2 is compatible with any Z-Wave or Z-Wave Plus Controller.FIBARO Dimmer 2Product Identifier: FGD-212Brand Name: FIBAROZ-Wave Certification Number: ZC10-15090017Z-Wave Certification Date: 9/16/2015Z-Wave Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement: ViewDownloadRemotely controlled light dimming module is designed to work with various types of light sources in 2 or 3-wire connection so it can operate with or without neutral lead. FIBARO Dimmer can switch or dim connected light source either through radio waves or through the wall switch connected directly to it. Dimmer 2 is equipped with a smart algorithm of light source detection which makes configuration easier and ensures high compatibility of the device. It may be used as a switch with non-dimmable light sources in 3-wire connection. Active power and energy consumption allows to monitor and reduce electricity bills. Dimmer 2 is compatible with any Z-Wave or Z-Wave Plus Controller.As a dimmer it operates under the following loads: 230V operated conventional incandescent and halogen light sources ELV electronic transformers (12V operated halogen lamps and dimmable LED bulbs) MLV ferromagnetic transformers with 12V operated halogen lamps dimmable LED bulbs dimmable compact fluorescent CFL tube lamps supported dimmable light sources with minimal power of 5VA (power factor > 0.5) using FIBARO Bypass FGB-002Without dimming function it may work with: compact fluorescent lamps fluorescent tube lamps with electronic ballast LED bulbs (power factor > 0.7) supported light sources with minimal power of 5VA (power factor > 0.5) using FIBARO Bypass FGB-002https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K35uFXoa5c0
Reset to factory default 1) Disconnect the power supply, remove the Dimmer from the wall switch box, than connect the power supply.2) Locate the B-button on the housing.3) Click and hold the B-button to enter the menu mode.4) Release and click the B-button to choose "Device reset" option in the menu that is signalled with the yellow LED indicator colour.5) After few seconds the device will be restarted, which is signalled with the red LED indicator colour and entering the calibration mode. Note! Resetting the device is not the recommended way of removing the device from the Z-Wave network. Use reset procedure only if the primary controller is missing or inoperable.
Inclusion 1) Switch off the mains voltage.2) Open the wall switch box.3) Connect the Dimmer in accordance with one of the diagrams attached in the manual.4) Switch on the mains voltage.5) Wait for the calibration process to end. Light may blink. The device will be switched off once the process is completed.6) Set the main Z-Wave controller in add mode (see the controllers manual).7) Quickly, three times press the B-button or key connected to the S1 terminal.8) Wait for the device to be added to system. Successful adding will be confirmed by the controller.9) Arrange the antenna and close the wall switch box.
Exclusion 1) Set the main controller in remove mode (see the controllers manual)2) Quickly, three times press the B-button or key connected to the S1 terminal.3) Wait for the device to be removed from the system. Successful removing will be confirmed by the controller.
NIF XXXNIF
Wakeup The FIBARO Dimmer 2 is powered with mains voltage so it is always awake.
Protection XXXProtection
FirmwareUpdate XXXFirmwareUpdate
SetAssociation XXXSetAssociation

Association Groups:

Group Number Maximum Nodes Description
1 1 Z-Wave Plus Lifeline. Type of frame sent by the device when the association group is activated: SWITCH_MULTILEVEL_REPORT; DEVICE_RESET_LOCALLY_NOTIFICATION; SCENE_ACTIVATION_SET; METER_REPORT; SENSOR_MULTILEVEL_REPORT; NOTIFICATION REPORT.
2 8 Association Group On/Off (S1) is assigned to key no. 1. Type of frame sent by the device when the association group is activated: BASIC_SET.
3 8 Association Group Dimmer (S1) is assigned to key no. 1. Type of frame sent by the device when the association group is activated: SWITCH_MULTILEVEL_SET.
4 8 Association Group On/Off (S2) is assigned to key no. 2. Type of frame sent by the device when the association group is activated: BASIC_SET.
5 8 Association Group Dimmer (S2) is assigned to key no. 2. Type of frame sent by the device when the association group is activated:SWITCH_MULTILEVEL_SET.

Configuration Parameters

Parameter 1: Minimum brightness level

The parameter can be changed manually after the calibration.1-98 - percentage level of brightnessCAUTIONThe maximum brightness level (parameter 2) must be greater than the minimumbrightness level (parameter 1).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
1 - 98 percentage level of brightness

Parameter 10: Timer functionality (auto - off)

This parameter allows to automatically switch off the device afterspecified time from switching on the light source. It may be usefulwhen the Dimmer 2 is installed in the stairway.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Function disabled
1 - 32767 time to turn off measured in seconds (1s-9.1h)

Parameter 11: ALL ON/ALL OFF function

Parameter allows for activation/deactivation of Z-Wave commandsenabling/disabling all devices located in direct range of the maincontroller.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 255

Setting Description
0 ALL ON not active, ALL OFF not active
1 ALL ON not active, ALL OFF active
2 ALL ON active, ALL OFF not active
255 ALL ON active, ALL OFF active

Parameter 13: Force auto-calibration

Changing value of this parameter will force the calibration process.During the calibration parameter is set to 1 or 2 and switched to 0upon completion.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 readout
1 1 - force auto-calibration of the load without FIBARO Bypass 2
2 force auto-calibration of the load with FIBARO Bypass 2

Parameter 14: Auto-calibration status

This parameter determines operating mode of the Dimmer 2 (automatic/manual settings).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 calibration procedure not performed or Dimmer 2 operates on manual settings
1 Dimmer 2 operates on auto-calibration settings

Parameter 15: Burnt out bulb detection

Function based on the sudden power variation of a specific value, interpretedas a LOAD ERROR.CAUTIONParameter 15 is relevant only when parameter 58 is set to 0 and the control modeis consistent with the mode set during the calibration process (parameter 30).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 30

Setting Description
0 function disabled
1 - 99 percentage value of power variation, compared to standard power consumption, measured during the calibration procedure (to be interpreted as load error/burnt out bulb)

Parameter 16: Time delay of a burnt out bulb (parameter 15) or overload (parameter 39) detection

Time of delay (in seconds) for power variation detection, interpretedas a LOAD ERROR or OVERLOAD detection (too much power connectedto the Dimmer 2).
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 5

Setting Description
0 detection of a burnt out bulb disabled
1 - 255 delay time in seconds

Parameter 19: Forced switch on brightness level

If the parameter is active, switching on the Dimmer 2 (S1 single click)will always set this brightness level.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 function disabled
1 - 99 percentage level of brightness

Parameter 2: Maximum brightness level

The parameter can be changed manually after the calibration2-99 - percentage level of brightness
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 99

Setting Description
2 - 99 percentage level of brightness

Parameter 20: Switch type

Choose between momentary, toggle and roller blind switch.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 momentary switch
1 toggle switch
2 roller blind switch - two switches operate the Dimmer 2 (S1 to brighten, S2 to dim)

Parameter 21: The value sent to associated devices on single click

This parameter defines the value sent to devices associated with Dimmer2 after its enabling.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 0xFF value is sent, which will set associated devices to their last saved state
1 current Dimmer 2 state is sent, which will synchronize brightness level of associated devices (other dimmers for example)

Parameter 22: Assign bistable key status to the device status

By default each change of toggle switch position results in action ofDimmer 2 (switch on/off) regardless the physical connection of conntacts.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Device changes status on key status change.
1 Device status is synchronized with key status.

Parameter 23: Double click option

set the brightness level to MAX
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 double click disabled;
1 double click enabled.

Parameter 24: Command frames sent in 2-nd and 3-rd association groups (S1 associations)

Parameter determines, which actions will not result in sending framesto association groups.Parameter 24 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associations onswitching ON or OFF the Dimmer 2 (single click) will not be sent.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 all actions send to association groups;
1 do not send when switching on the Dimmer (single click);
2 do not send when switching off the Dimmer (single click);
4 do not send when changing dimming level (holding and releasing);
8 do not send on double click;
16 send 0xFF value on double click.

Parameter 25: Command frames sent in 4-th and 5-th association groups (S2 associations)

Parameter determines, which actions will not result in sending framesto association groups.Parameter 25 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associations onswitching ON or OFF the Dimmer 2 (single click) will not be sent.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 all actions send to association groups;
1 do not send when switching on the Dimmer (single click);
2 do not send when switching off the Dimmer (single click);
4 do not send when changing dimming level (holding and releasing);
8 do not send on double click;
16 send 0xFF value on double click

Parameter 26: The function of 3-way switch

Switch no. 2 controls the Dimmer 2 additionally (in 3-way switch mode).Function disabled for parameter 20 set to 2 (roller blind switch).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 3-way switch function for S2 disabled;
1 3-way switch function for S2 disabled;

Parameter 27: Associations in Z-Wave network security mode

This parameter defines how commands are sent in specified associationgroups: as secure or non-secure. Parameter is active only inZ-Wave network security mode. It does not apply to 1st Lifeline group.NOTEParameter 27 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that 2nd & 3rd group are sent as secure.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 15

Setting Description
0 all groups (II-V) sent as non-secure
1 - 2 group sent as secure
2 - 3 group sent as secure
4 group sent as secure
8 - 5 group sent as secure
15 groups (II-V) sent as secure

Parameter 28: Scene activation functionality

SCENE ID depends on the switch type configurations.NOTEEnabling scene activation functionality may cause slight delay in response to externalswitches and sending associations.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 functionality deactivated;
1 functionality activated.

Parameter 29: Switch functionality of S1 and S2

This parameter allows for switching the role of keys connected to S1and S2 without changes in connection
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 standard mode;
1 operates as S2, S2 operates as S1.

Parameter 3: Incandescence level of dimmable compact fluorescent lamps

Virtual value set as a percentage level between parameters MIN (1%)and MAX. (99%). The Dimmer 2 will set to this value after first switchon. It is required for warming up and switching dimmable compactfluorescent lamps and certain types of light sources.1-99 - percentage level of brightness
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
1 - 99 percentage level of brightness

Parameter 30: Load control mode

This parameter allows to set the desired load control mode. The deviceautomatically adjusts correct control mode, but the installer mayforce its change using this parameter.Forced auto-calibration will set this parameters value to 2.CAUTIONModifications of parameters in GROUP 30 should be performed only by a qualified installer.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

Setting Description
0 forced leading edge control;
1 forced trailing edge control;
2 control mode selected automatically (based on auto-calibration).

Parameter 31: Load control mode recognized during auto-calibration

Load control mode recognized during auto-calibration (read only)
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 leading edge;
1 trailing edge.

Parameter 32: On/Off mode

This mode is necessary while connecting non-dimmable light sources.Setting this parameter to 1 automatically ignores brightening/dimming time settings. Forced auto-calibration will set this parametersvalue to 2.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

Setting Description
0 on/off mode disabled (dimming is possible);
1 on/off mode enabled (dimming is not possible
2 mode selected automatically

Parameter 33: Dimmability of the load

This parameter contains an information about possibility of dimmingthe load detected during calibration procedure.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Load recognized as dimmable;
1 Load recognized as non-dimmable

Parameter 34: Soft-Start functionality

Time required to warm up the filament of halogen bulb.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 no soft-start;
1 short soft-start (0.1s)
2 long soft-start (0.5s)

Parameter 35: Auto-calibration after power on

This parameter determines the trigger of auto-calibration procedure,e.g. power on, load error, etc.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 No auto-calibration of the load after power on
1 Auto-calibration performed after first power on
2 Auto-calibration performed after each power on
3 Auto-calibration performed after first power on or after each LOAD ERROR alarm (no load, load failure, burnt out bulb), if parameter 37 is set to 1 also after alarms: SURGE (Dimmer 2 output overvoltage) and OVERCURRENT (Dimmer 2 output overcurrent)
4 Auto-calibration performed after each power on or after each LOAD ERROR alarm (no load, load failure, burnt out bulb), if parameter 37 is set to 1 also after alarms: SURGE (Dimmer 2 output overvoltage) and OVERCURRENT (Dimmer 2 output overcurrent)

Parameter 37: Behaviour of the Dimmer after overload or surge.

Occuring of errors related to surge or overcurrent results in turningoff the output to prevent possible malfunction. By default the deviceperforms three attempts to turn on the load (useful in case of momentary,short failures of the power supply).
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 device permanently disabled until re-enabling by command or external switch
1 three atempts to turn on the load

Parameter 38: Brightness level correction for flickering loads

Correction reduces spontaneous flickering of some capacitive load(e.g. dimmable LEDs) at certain brightness levels in 2-wire installation.In countries using ripple-control, correction may cause changes inbrightness. In this case it is necessary to disable correction or adjusttime of correction for flickering loads.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 255

Setting Description
0 automatic correction disabled
1 - 254 duration of correction in seconds
255 automatic correction always enabled

Parameter 39: Power limit - OVERLOAD

Reaching the defined value will result in turning off the load. Additionalapparent power limit of 350VA is active by default.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 250

Setting Description
0 the Dimmer 2 does not save the state before a power failure, it returns to off position
1 the Dimmer 2 restores its state before power failure
0 functionality disabled
1 - 350 1W-350W

Parameter 4: Incandescence time of dimmable compact fluorescent lamps

This parameter determines the time required for switching compactfluorescent lamps and certain types of light sources. Setting this parameterto 0 will disable the incandescence functionality.0s - 25,5s
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 - 255 0s - 25.5s

Parameter 40: Response to General Purpose Alarm

Response to General Purpose Alarm
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Turn on the load
2 Turn off the load
3 Load blinking

Parameter 41: Response to Water Flooding Alarm

Response to Water Flooding Alarm
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Turn on the load
2 Turn off the load
3 Load blinking

Parameter 42: Response to Smoke, CO or CO2 Alarm

Response to Smoke, CO or CO2 Alarm
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Turn on the load;
2 Turn off the load
3 Load blinking

Parameter 43: Response to Temperature Alarm

Response to Temperature Alarm
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Turn on the load
2 Turn off the load
3 Load blinking

Parameter 44: Time of alarm state

Time of alarm state.NOTE: Alarm state may be cancelled earlier, as a result of pressing the switch or endingthe Z-Wave command frame.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 600

Setting Description
1 - 132767 1-32767 seconds

Parameter 45: OVERLOAD alarm report

OVERLOAD alarm report (load power consumption too high)
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Send and alarm frame

Parameter 46: LOAD ERROR alarm report

LOAD ERROR alarm report (no load, load failure, burnt out bulb)
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Send and alarm frame

Parameter 47: OVERCURRENT alarm report

OVERCURRENT alarm report (short circuit, burnt out bulb causingovercurrent)
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Send and alarm frame

Parameter 48: SURGE alarm report

SURGE alarm report (Dimmer 2 output overvoltage)
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Send and alarm frame

Parameter 49: OVERHEAT and VOLTAGE DROP alarm report

OVERHEAT (critical temperature) and VOLTAGE DROP (low voltage)alarm report
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 No reaction
1 Send and alarm frame

Parameter 5: Automatic control - dimming step size

dimming step percentage value
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
1 - 99 dimming step percentage value

Parameter 50: Active power reports

The parameter defines the power level change that will result in a newpower report being sent. The value is a percentage of the previous report.0 - power reports disabled1-100 (1-100%) - power report threshold
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 10

Setting Description
0 power reports disabled
1 - 100 (1-100%) - power report threshold

Parameter 52: Periodic active power and energy reports

Parameter 52 defines a time period between consecutive reports.Timer is reset and counted from zero after each report.0 - periodic reports disabled1-32767 (1-32767 seconds)
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 3600

Setting Description
0 periodic reports disabled
1 - 32767 (1-32767 seconds)

Parameter 53: Energy reports

Energy level change which will result in sending a new energy report.0 - energy reports disabled1-255 (0.01-2.55 kWh) - report triggering threshold
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 10

Setting Description
0 energy reports disabled
1 - 255 (0,01 - 2,55 kWh) - report triggering threshold

Parameter 54: Self-measurement

The Dimmer 2 may include active power and energy consumed byitself in reports sent to the main controller.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
1 - 32767 1s - 32767s
0 Self-measurement inactive
1 Self-measurement active

Parameter 58: Method of calculating the active power

This parameter defines how to calculate active power. It is useful in acase of 2-wire connection with light sources other than resistive.NOTEParameter 58 is set to 0 after forced auto-calibration.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 measurement based on the standard algorithm
1 approximation based on the calibration data
2 approximation based on the control angle

Parameter 59: Approximated power at the maximum brightness level

This parameter determines the approximate value of the power thatwill be reported by the device at its maximum brightness level.0-500 (0-500W) - power consumed by the loadat the maximum brightness level.NOTEParameter 59 works only when parameter 58 has a value other than 0.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 - 500 (0-500W) - power consumed by the load at the maximum brightness level.

Parameter 6: Automatic control - time of a dimming step

This parameter defines the time of single dimming step set in parameter5 during the automatic control.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
-128 - 127 Decimal -128 or Hex 0xFF

Parameter 7: Manual control - dimming step size

This parameter defines the percentage value of dimming step duringthe manual control.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
1 - 99 dimming step percentage value

Parameter 8: Manual control - time of a dimming step

This parameter defines the time of single dimming step set in parameter7 during the manual control.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 5

Setting Description
-128 - 127 Decimal -128 or Hex 0xFF

Technical Data

Hardware Platform ZM5202
Device Type Light Dimmer Switch
Network Operation Always On Slave
Firmware Version HW: 2 FW: 3.05:03.05
Z-Wave Version 6.51.07
Certification ID ZC10-18026008
Z-Wave Product Id 0x010F.0x0102.0x2000
Supported Meter Type Electric Energy
Supported Notification Types Power Management
Color Black
Sensors CurrentPowerVoltage
Frequency XXfrequency
Maximum transmission power XXantenna
CEPT (Europe)Light Dimmer Switch