Aeotec

Aeotec AutoPilot OEM Development Sample

SKU: AEOEZWA029

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

State of the art OEM / ODM gateway for individual customer solutions.

AUTOPILOT - The smart OEM-Gateway.
The AutoPilot was developed together with our partner Aeotec as an OEM product and is designed exclusively individual customer solutions. Its flexible customizability allows on-site and remote installers to constantly adapt the system to growing requirements.

Full control everywhere.
Combined with smart devices, AutoPilot is used to automate and control buildings. It can be used for the management of small rooms as well as for large buildings. Intelligent automations, so-called "AutoPilots", offer you and your customers further possibilities to adapt our solution to your own requirements. These focus primarily on the following four core areas: Rooms & Surroundings, Well-Being, Protection & Notification and Security & Information.

Modular, intuitive and scalable.

Thanks to the various functions, the AutoPilot can be easily integrated into any environment. The modular architecture allows features to be adapted, extended or developed from scratch as required.
Designed for MDUs and remote assets, AutoPilot Clustering enables remote and automated management of multiple assets from a single user interface.
If the cloud goes down, automation should not be interrupted. To avoid downtime and data leaks, AutoPilot processes automations and user data locally, without the cloud.
AutoPilot can be controlled and managed via the in-house web app, smartphone apps and voice control. Access rights can be assigned to individual users.
AutoPilot servers can deliver notifications to smart devices, email and SMS notifications, and push notifications via API, whether they are directed to an end user, a system supervisor, or their administrator.
From when and why something happened to the usage of entire rooms and individual electronics, AutoPilot offers granular and configurable report suites and auditable logs.
Native-connected devices can be fine-tuned on-site or remotely with AutoPilot, with all configuration settings and parameters available to the manager of an installation.

Centrally networked or "locally" deployable.

AutoPilot Apart & Aeotec ID: As a central interface to all AutoPilot installations, each user or installer can use "AutoPilot Apart" to manage all linked systems quickly and easily. To use this service, an Aeotec ID account is required. In addition, the AutoPilots must be linked to this account.
Local installation: The AutoPilot can also be operated "locally" without an Aeotec ID account and the AutoPilot Apart service. To receive continuous updates and use some services, an Internet connection is required.

AutoPilot uses the following components which have a long term support and are already used in thousands of systems.

Orange Pi Zero H3 – QuadCore Cortex A7 / 512MB DDR3
Aeotec Z-OPI 7 (An adapted variant of the Z-PI7 Z-Wave GPIO controller)

The AutoPilot-Stack can also be deployed on other Architectures to provide the Stack as SAAS-solution. A corresponding evaluation can be carried out together with A.I.Pilot GmbH. Appropriate adjustments will be done from us as well to ensure the compatibility and smooth operation with the required Hardware.

Features:

Certified Z-Wave 700 gateway for individual customer solutions
SmartStart, Security V2, Z-Wave Plus V2
Z-WAVE 700: Z-Wave V2 certified hardware and software stack.
LOGIC EDITOR: Intuitive and comprehensive with word set engine.
THIRD-PARTY: Third-party integrations, like Philips HUE and Sonos.
FLEXIBLE: REST API, MQTT and extensive customization options.

Interfaces:

ZIP Stack compatible middleware
Self-developed automation engine
Open API for the connection of 3rd party products
Web interface for configuration and installation of devices
Own remote service

Hardware:

Proven OS, which has already been used in over 100k + applications
ARM Quad Core, 512MB DDR RAM, WiFi, USB2.0, 100M Ethernet Port
Silabs Z-Wave 700 series adapter with PCB antenna with up to 150m range

Software:

Regular firmware updates
OS and middleware updates based on the latest vendor SDKs
Agile software for integrating third-party APIs and devices into Autopilot

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	0.1370000x0.1370000x0.0410000 mm
Weight	283 gr
EAN	1220000016835
Certification ID	ZC12-20020032
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.