Inovelli

Dimmer Switch

SKU: LZW31

ZWave+ Security V2

Quickstart

This is a secure Light Dimmer for . 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

The Inovelli dimmer switch is a Z-Wave in-wall dimmer that controls attached LED, CFL, & Incandescent lighting which can be highly customized to your liking at the switch itself with our unique config button and advanced firmware. The switch can also be used either with or without a neutral wire.

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.

  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 1. Basic Report2. Multilevel Report3. Application Status4. Device Reset Locally
2 5 Basic Set
3 5 Switch Multilevel Set. Group 3 can be used to keep the, u0022masteru0022 switch in sync with the, u0022slave switchesu0022.
4 5 SWITCH_MULTILEVEL_START_LEVEL_CHANGE; SWITCH_MULTILEVEL_STOP_LEVEL_CHANGEGroup 4 is so that an accessory switch can control multiple bulbs / dimmers with level change.

Configuration Parameters

Z-Wave products are supposed to work out of the box after inclusion, however certain configuration can adapt the function better to user needs or unlock further enhanced features.

IMPORTANT: Controllers may only allow configuring signed values. In order to set values in the range 128 ... 255 the value sent in the application shall be the desired value minus 256. For example: To set a parameter to 200 it may be needed to set a value of 200 minus 256 = minus 56. In case of a two byte value the same logic applies: Values greater than 32768 may needed to be given as negative values too.

Parameter 1: Dimming Speed

How fast or slow the light turns on when you hold the switch (ie: dimming from 10-20%, 80-60%, etc). Example of how the values are used: 0 = Instant On, 1 = 1 second, 100 = 100 seconds. This parameter can be changed at the config button. NOTE IF USING A DUMB SWITCH: This parameter will not work when pressing the dumb switch manually.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

Setting Description
0 - 100 Seconds

Parameter 10: Default Level (Z-Wave)

Default dim level for the switch when controlled remotely (via an app or voice control). Example of how the values are used: 0 = Switch will return to level it was prior to being off, 1 = 1%, 100 = 100%. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Previous Level
1 - 100 Percentage

Parameter 11: Power On State

When power is restored, the switch reverts to either On, Off, or Last Level. Example of how the values are used: 0 = Off, 1-100 = Specific % On. Entering a value of 101 = Returns the switch to the Level before the Power Outage. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Off
1 - 100 Turns On to a Specific Percentage Level
101 Turns On to Last Percentage Level

Parameter 12: Association Behavior

When should the switch send commands to associated devices.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 15

Setting Description
1 Local
2 3-Way
3 3-Way + Local
4 Z-Wave HUB
5 Z-Wave HUB + Local
6 Z-Wave HUB + 3-Way
7 Z-Wave HUB + Local + 3-Way
8 Timer
9 Timer + Local
10 Timer + 3-Way
11 Timer + 3-Way + Local
12 Timer + Z-Wave HUB
13 Timer + Z-Wave HUB + Local
14 Timer + Z-Wave HUB + 3-Way
15 All

Parameter 13: LED Indicator Color

This will set the default color of the LED Bar. The color is calculated by using a hue color circle (Value / 255 * 360). See website for more info. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 170

Setting Description
170 Default Color (Blue)
0 - 255 Colors

Parameter 14: LED Indicator Intensity

This will set the intensity of the LED bar (ie: how bright it is). Example of how the values are used: 0 = Off, 1 = Low, 5 = Medium, 10 = High. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 5

Setting Description
0 Disabled
1 - 32767 Seconds
0 Off
1 - 4 Low Intensity
5 - 7 Medium Intensity
8 - 10 High Intensity

Parameter 15: LED Indicator Intensity (When Off)

This is the intensity of the LED bar when the switch is off. Example of how the values are used: 0 = Off, 1 = Low, 5 = Medium, 10 = High. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 Off
1 - 4 Low Intensity
5 - 7 Medium Intensity
8 - 10 High Intensity

Parameter 16: LED Strip Effect

This will allow you to add some sweet effects to your LED bar (ie: pulse, chace, solid, etc). Example of how the values are used: Byte 1 = Choose Color, Byte 2 = Choose Brightness Level, Byte 3 = Choose Effect, Byte 4 = Duration. Please see website for further instructions on how to set this up as you'll have to enter values for each byte.
Size: 4 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 No Effect

Parameter 17: Timeout for LED Notifications

Changes the amount of time the RGB Bar shows the Dim level if the LED Bar has been disabled. Example of how the values are used: 0 = Always off, 1 = 1 second after level is adjusted, 10 = 10 seconds after level is adjusted.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

Setting Description
0 Always Off
1 - 10 Seconds after Dim Level is Adjusted

Parameter 2: Dimming Speed (Z-Wave)

How fast or slow the light turns on when you dim the switch remotely (ie: dimming from 10-20%, 80-60%, etc). Example of how the values are used: 0 = Instant On, 1 = 1 second, 100 = 100 seconds. A value of 101 keeps this parameter in sync with Parameter 1.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 101

Setting Description
0 Instant On
1 - 100 Seconds
101 Keeps in sync with Parameter 1

Parameter 3: Ramp Rate

How fast or slow the light turns on when you press the switch 1x to bring from On to Off or Off to On. Example of how the values are used: 0 = Instant On, 1 = 1 second, 100 = 100 seconds. A value of 101 keeps this parameter in sync with Parameter 1.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 101

Setting Description
0 Instant On
1 - 100 Seconds
101 Keeps in sync with Parameter 1

Parameter 4: Ramp Rate (Z-Wave)

How fast or slow the light turns on when you turn on or off the switch remotely to bring from On to Off or Off to On. Example of how the values are used: 0 = Instant On, 1 = 1 second, 100 = 100 seconds. A value of 101 keeps this parameter in sync with Parameter 1.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 101

Setting Description
0 Instant On
1 - 100 Seconds
101 Keeps in sync with Parameter 1

Parameter 5: Minimum Dim Level

Minimum level the light switch will dim to (great for fixing flickering bulbs). Example of how the values are used: 1= 1%, 2 = 2%, 45 = 45%. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
1 - 45 Percentage

Parameter 6: Maximum Dim Level

Maximum level the light switch will dim to. Example of how the values are used: 55= 55%, 56 = 56%, 100 = 100%. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
55 - 100 Percentage

Parameter 7: Invert Switch

Inverts the switch (Tap Down = On, Tap Up = Off). Example of how the values are used: 0 = Disabled, 1 = Enabled. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Disabled
1 Enabled

Parameter 8: Auto Off Timer

Automatically turns the switch off after x amount of seconds. Example of how the values are used: 0 = Disabled, 1 = 1 second, 32767 = 32767 seconds.
Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 - 32767 automatically turns off after so many seconds

Parameter 9: Default Level (Local)

Default dim level for the switch when pressed locally (at the switch). Example of how the values are used: 0 = Switch will return to level it was prior to being off, 1 = 1%, 100 = 100%. This parameter can be changed at the config button.
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Previous Level
1 - 100 Percentage

Technical Data

Hardware Platform ZM5101
Device Type Light Dimmer Switch
Network Operation Always On Slave
Firmware Version HW: 1 FW: 1.24:01.21
Z-Wave Version 6.81.03
Certification ID ZC10-19096763
Z-Wave Product Id 0x031E.0x0003.0x0001
Firmware Updatable Updatable by Manufacturer
Security V2 S2_UNAUTHENTICATED ,S2_AUTHENTICATED
Frequency XXfrequency
Maximum transmission power XXantenna

Supported Command Classes

  • Application Status
  • Association Grp Info
  • Association V2
  • Basic
  • Configuration
  • Device Reset Locally
  • Firmware Update Md V4
  • Manufacturer Specific V2
  • Powerlevel
  • Protection V2
  • Security
  • Security 2
  • Supervision
  • Switch Multilevel V2
  • Transport Service V2
  • Version V2
  • Zwaveplus Info V2
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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.