Quickstart
This is a
Z-Wave Device
for
Europe.
To run this device please connect it to your mains power supply.
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.
What is Z-Wave?
Z-Wave is the international wireless protocol for communication in the Smart Home. This
device is suited for use in the region mentioned in the Quickstart section.
Z-Wave ensures a reliable communication by reconfirming every message (two-way
communication) and every mains powered node can act as a repeater for other nodes
(meshed network) in case the receiver is not in direct wireless range of the
transmitter.
This device and every other certified Z-Wave device can be used together with any other
certified Z-Wave device regardless of brand and origin as long as both are suited for the
same frequency range.
If a device supports secure communication it will communicate with other devices
secure as long as this device provides the same or a higher level of security.
Otherwise it will automatically turn into a lower level of security to maintain
backward compatibility.
For more information about Z-Wave technology, devices, white papers etc. please refer
to www.z-wave.info.
Product Description
VERA lite is designed to save energy, increase home and small business security and enhance home theater experience. To give you a more affordable Z-Wave home controller. VERA lite comes with out any WIFI and is therefore perfect for installations where WIFI is already installed. Connect to Vera lite from anywhere in the world with no monthly fee using your iPhone, iPad, Android phone PC or other web browsing device. With VERA lite you stay in control of your home and small business no matter where you are. Vera Lite supports every certified Z-Wave device so you can pick the accessory device you bundle with Vera lite. Add hundred of devices to you network including IP cameras, Insteon devices, serial devices, even you old X10 devices. Vera lite&rsquos advanced energy metering capabilities empowers you to take control of your energy bill ad start saving money.
Vera comes with
- No monthly fee, secure, remote access over web and mobile phones in FREE!
- Guaranteed compatibility with ALL Z-Wave devices (over 550)- including scene controllers, thermostats, appliance modules, light modules, motion sensors, temperature sensors, water sensors, etc, so you can take advantage of everything the Z-Wave world offers you regardless of the manufacturer
- Simple focused setup wizard - Simple 1,2,3 setup makes it easy for everyone to use
- Stream Live Video - From plug and play IP cameras even on your smart phone
- MIOS Application Marketplace - Add new features by simply downloading the app.
- Free and Paid Apps -Our growing APP store includes 3rd party apps that extend your experience, such as weather forecasting, media control, alarm panel integration, remote live video streaming, etc.
- Bridges multiple VERA lite&rsquos over IP, enhance range for larger installations or multiple locations within single installation, i.e. main house, pools house, guest quarters.
- No Broadband connection needed for local control - VERA lite can set-up and configure your network and control all your devices without any Internet connection.
- Energy meter support. Vera lite is the first VERA hardware to have battery pack built in to make setup even more convenient
- Advanced setup Tab - Vera lite is extensible to also appeal to enthusiasts and advances users with features seen only n high-end systems, like infrared/universal remote control, integration with monitored alarm system, ability to bridge multiple Z-Wave networks, works with INSTEON X10 and other platforms.
- Control Serial Devices with a USB to serial port
- Scenes and Events - enabling you to trigger a sequence of events by pressing a single button and set timers for anything in your house that you can control with Z-Wave, Insteon, IP Cameras, and Serial Devices
- Energy Profile - built though cycling all your devices on and off to determine energy consumption form each individual device
Technical Data
Hardware
- CPU RaLink RT3662 SoC, Linux 2.6
- Flash. Parallel NAND Flash, 32 MB
- Memory: DDR2 64 M
- LED indicators: Power/Ready/Network/Error
- Push Button Add/ Remove /Support / Reset
- USB 1USB2.0
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 116 mm x 95 mm x 44 mm
- Compliance: FCC, CE
Networking
- LAN Port 1 (10/100 Mbit/s
- Support Standard IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u 10/100 Base TX, Auto Negotiation, Audio MDIX
Sensor Interface
- Z-Wave Built in Sigma Design module, internal antenna
Power Supply
- Input: AC 100...240 V, 50...60 Hz
- Compliance: UL
Environmental Spec:
- Operation, Temperature 0...40 grd, Humidity: 10...85 % RH
- Storage, Temperature -20...70 grd, Humidity: 5...90 % RH
Prepare for Installation / Reset
Please read the user manual before installing the product.
In order to include (add) a Z-Wave device to a network it must be in factory default
state. Please make sure to reset the device into factory default. You can do this by
performing an Exclusion operation as described below in the manual. Every Z-Wave
controller is able to perform this operation however it is recommended to use the primary
controller of the previous network to make sure the very device is excluded properly
from this network.
Safety Warning for Mains Powered Devices
ATTENTION: only authorized technicians under consideration of the country-specific
installation guidelines/norms may do works with mains power. Prior to the assembly of
the product, the voltage network has to be switched off and ensured against re-switching.
Inclusion/Exclusion
On factory default the device does not belong to any Z-Wave network. The device needs
to be added to an existing wireless network to communicate with the devices of this network.
This process is called Inclusion.
Devices can also be removed from a network. This process is called Exclusion.
Both processes are initiated by the primary controller of the Z-Wave network. This
controller is turned into exclusion respective inclusion mode. Inclusion and Exclusion is
then performed doing a special manual action right on the device.
Quick trouble shooting
Here are a few hints for network installation if things dont work as expected.
- Make sure a device is in factory reset state before including. In doubt exclude before include.
- If inclusion still fails, check if both devices use the same frequency.
- Remove all dead devices from associations. Otherwise you will see severe delays.
- Never use sleeping battery devices without a central controller.
- Dont poll FLIRS devices.
- Make sure to have enough mains powered device to benefit from the meshing
Technical Data
Dimensions |
0.0120000x0.0100000x0.0040000 mm |
Weight |
320 gr |
EAN |
MCVVERALE |
Frequency |
Europe - 868,4 Mhz |
Maximum transmission power |
5 mW |
Explanation of Z-Wave specific terms
- Controller — is a Z-Wave device with capabilities to manage the network.
Controllers are typically Gateways,Remote Controls or battery operated wall controllers.
- Slave — is a Z-Wave device without capabilities to manage the network.
Slaves can be sensors, actuators and even remote controls.
- Primary Controller — is the central organizer of the network. It must be
a controller. There can be only one primary controller in a Z-Wave network.
- Inclusion — is the process of adding new Z-Wave devices into a network.
- Exclusion — is the process of removing Z-Wave devices from the network.
- Association — is a control relationship between a controlling device and
a controlled device.
- Wakeup Notification — is a special wireless message issued by a Z-Wave
device to announces that is able to communicate.
- Node Information Frame — is a special wireless message issued by a
Z-Wave device to announce its capabilities and functions.