Quickstart

This is a Sensor for Europe. To run this device please connect it to your mains power supply.

The MCOHome PM2.5 Monitor is an air quality controller which is compatible with Z-Wave technology, it is mainly used to monitor PM2.5 concentration.

To protect yourself and others from danger and to protect the device from damage, please read the safety information before using it.

You can find further information in the device manual.

    Step 1: Follow the wiring diagram to insert all wires into right terminals and tighten screws.
Pay attention to the current direction of positive and negative, otherwise device will easily be burn!
    Step 2: Separate panel and bottom case by removing the screw at the bottom of device, and mount the bottom case onto wall with two screws (M4*25mm). The hole pitch 60mm is for 86/60mm box, and 82mm is for American 120mm box.
    Step 3: Mount the panel back by aligning its tabs and card slot onto the bottom case.
    Step 4: Tighten the fastening screw and the device is ready for normal work.



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

The quality of the air contributes significantly to the room atmosphere and to the own welfare. With the quality monitor MCOEMH10-PM of MCO Home you can check the air quality inside of your home and get notified immediately if the quality is such bad that you and your loved ones is at risk. The air quality monitor detects PM2.5 (fine dust) in the air in real-time and alarms if it reaches defined limit values. In addition, it has integrated sensors for volatile organic compounds (VOC), temperature and humidity.The air quality monitor can control air ventilation systems directly via integrated outputs. The MCOEMH10-PM convinces with high reliability and practicability and is able to work in any Z-Wave network with other Z-Wave certified devices. Therefor you can amplify your home automation sstem with an additional device increasing your secrurity and comfort.

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.

Installation

Location:

Device is suggested to be installed indoor, a place with around 1.5m height above the floor where represents the average PM2.5 concentration. It should be away from direct sunlight, any cover, or any heat source, to avoid false signal for detection.

CAUTION: Cut off power supply at circuit breaker or fuse before installation to avoid fire, shock or death!

    1. Device must be wall-mounted vertically. Do not lay it flat or upside down while working.
    2. Do not mounted it in a wind gap, or cover its bottom, which may affect the detected data.

    Step 1: Follow the wiring diagram to insert all wires into right terminals and tighten screws.
Pay attention to the current direction of positive and negative, otherwise device will easily be burn!
    Step 2: Separate panel and bottom case by removing the screw at the bottom of device, and mount the bottom case onto wall with two screws (M4*25mm). The hole pitch 60mm is for 86/60mm box, and 82mm is for American 120mm box.
    Step 3: Mount the panel back by aligning its tabs and card slot onto the bottom case.
    Step 4: Tighten the fastening screw and the device is ready for normal work.

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.

Inclusion

Including and Excluding of Z-Wave network

Activate Inclusion/Exclusion mode in the gateway. When device powered on, long press S1 and S3 synchronically to enter interface for inclusion or exclusion of Z-Wave network. If device has not been included into any Z-Wave network before, (- - -) will display on the screen. Then press S1 once, (- - -) flashing and device enters into learning mode to get a node ID. If inclusion is success, a node ID will display on the screen. If not, (- - -) will stop flashing in 20 sec. If a node ID displays, it means the device is already in a Z-Wave network. To press S1 once can remove it from the network. (- - -) displays and press S2 once can return to normal work. Note: If display flashing, long press S1+S3 can quite the operation and back to normal work. If display stops flashing, press S2 once can return to normal work.

Exclusion

Including and Excluding of Z-Wave network

Activate Inclusion/Exclusion mode in the gateway. When device powered on, long press S1 and S3 synchronically to enter interface for inclusion or exclusion of Z-Wave network. If device has not been included into any Z-Wave network before, (- - -) will display on the screen. Then press S1 once, (- - -) flashing and device enters into learning mode to get a node ID. If inclusion is success, a node ID will display on the screen. If not, (- - -) will stop flashing in 20 sec. If a node ID displays, it means the device is already in a Z-Wave network. To press S1 once can remove it from the network. (- - -) displays and press S2 once can return to normal work. Note: If display flashing, long press S1+S3 can quite the operation and back to normal work. If display stops flashing, press S2 once can return to normal work.

Product Usage

Button and Display

Local Time Setting

In normal display interface, long press S3 will enter the local time modification interface. Press S2 can switch among "Week, Hour and Minute ", press S1 or S3 can change their values. After all parameters set, press S2 can save settings and return to normal display.

Backlight

The backlight will be full bright when any keys pressed, and turn to half bright if no operation in 10 Sec.

You can find further information in the device manual.

Specification

Quick trouble shooting

Here are a few hints for network installation if things dont work as expected.

  1. Make sure a device is in factory reset state before including. In doubt exclude before include.
  2. If inclusion still fails, check if both devices use the same frequency.
  3. Remove all dead devices from associations. Otherwise you will see severe delays.
  4. Never use sleeping battery devices without a central controller.
  5. Dont poll FLIRS devices.
  6. Make sure to have enough mains powered device to benefit from the meshing

Association - one device controls an other device

Z-Wave devices control other Z-Wave devices. The relationship between one device controlling another device is called association. In order to control a different device, the controlling device needs to maintain a list of devices that will receive controlling commands. These lists are called association groups and they are always related to certain events (e.g. button pressed, sensor triggers, ...). In case the event happens all devices stored in the respective association group will receive the same wireless command wireless command, typically a 'Basic Set' Command.

Association Groups:

Group Number Maximum Nodes Description
1 5 Lifeline

Technical Data

Dimensions 86 x 135 x 33 mm
Weight 260 gr
Hardware Platform ZM3102
EAN 6928954202308
IP Class IP 20
Voltage 230 V
Device Type Sensor
Generic Device Class Multilevel Sensor
Specific Device Class Routing Multilevel Sensor
Firmware Version 01.03
Z-Wave Version 03.43
Z-Wave Product Id 0x015f.0x0a01.0x3102
Frequency Europe - 868,4 Mhz
Maximum transmission power 5 mW

Supported Command Classes

Explanation of Z-Wave specific terms