Advanced Control Technologies ZDW103W Specs Instructions

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RF Home Automation

Supplied with matching

decorative switch plate

Note: This module must be “Included in the
Network” only where it will be permanently
installed. The proper operation of this node in the
mesh network is dependent on it knowing its
location with respect to other nodes. You cannot
“test bench” configure this module.

ZDW103

Radio Frequency Controlled, 800W, 120 VAC,

Wall Mounted 3-Way Dimmer Receiver, Release 1.1

ZDW103 WALL MOUNTED DIMMER

The ZDW103 Wall Mounted Dimmer is a component of the HomePro lighting control system. Wire the Wall Mounted
Dimmer in place of the standard wall switch according to the diagram above and program from the Wireless Controller
to operate loads. Inclusion of the ZDW103 Wall Mounted Dimmer on the ZTH100 Wireless Controller menu allows
remote ON/OFF control and dimming of lights connected.

This Wall Mounted Dimmer is designed to work with other Z-Wave enabled devices. Z-Wave nodes of other types
can be Included in the network and will also act as repeaters to increase the range of the network.

There are no field repairable assemblies on this unit. If service is needed, the unit must be returned where purchased.

DANGER! SHOCK HAZARD. Read and understand these instructions before installing. This device is intended for
installation in accordance with the National Electric code and local regulations in the United States, or the Canadian
Electrical Code and local regulations in Canada. It is recommended that a qualified electrician perform this installation.

To reduce the risk of overheating and possible damage to other equipment, do not install to control a
receptacle, a motor operated appliance, a fluorescent lighting fixture, or a transformer-supplied appliance, but
only permanently installed incandescent lamp fixtures. Make sure the lamp(s) to be controlled directly from the
dimmer receiver total no more than 800 watts. Retain instructions for future use.

INSTALLATION

STEP 1. With power off, wire this ZDW103 and AS101’s according to the diagram show. AS101’s are required

to be wired to the same line (or neutral) which is also wired to the master unit as well as the load being
controlled, and not wired to any other neutral. If multiple neutral wires are tied together in one box separate
the neutrals to preserve the integrity of the ZDW103 circuit. If more than one ZDW103 is to be installed
in a wall box, scored tabs on the side can be broken off by bending back and forth with pliers, to
accommodate proper fit. Apply power when completed.

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Proper Single Gang Installation

Using ZDW103’s standard full heat-sink (all tabs), the connected incandescent lamp load shall not exceed 800W.

If a tab is removed from one side of the ZDW103 unit, the connected incandescent lamp load must not exceed 700W.

If both tabs are removed from the ZDW103 unit, the connected incandescent lamp load must not exceed 600W.

Proper Dual Gang Installation

The connected incandescent lamp load must not exceed 600W for each of the two ZDW103 units.

Proper Triple Gang Installation

The connected incandescent lamp load must not exceed 500W for each of the two ZDW103 units.

Air Gap Switch

The ZDW103 has an air gap switch on the face (lower left), that when pulled out, completely removes the power
available to the load (more so than simply turning the dimmer off). This enables the lamps that are controlled by
the device to be changed with minimal danger of electrical shock. The air gap switch must be pushed all the way
back in for the dimmer to operate the lamps again.

Thermal SW (Software) Fuse:

This product is equipped with a thermal software fuse. The thermal software fuse will trigger when the controlled
wattage exceeds 800 watts. The Load must be reduced to 800W or less to prevent this condition from occurring.

What will happen if this condition occurs?

If the thermal software fuse is activated, the output power will be reduced to 50% to prevent damage to the dimmer.
The LED on the front of the ZDW103 will blink at a 2.5 second rate. If the unit has not cooled down after 5 minutes,
the output power will be reduced to 25%. The LED will then blink at a 1 second rate. If another five minutes passes
and the temperature is still too high, the output power will be reduced to 10%. The LED will then blink at a very
fast rate. Reduce the total wattage to avoid damage.

Local and Remote DIM/BRIGHT Control of the load will not be available while in this state. Local DIM/BRIGHT
control of the affected ZDW103 from associated Z-Wave dimmers/devices will not be available while in this state.
ON/OFF control will be available locally, remotely or from associated dimmers/devices. If the safe temperature
has not been reached, the maximum level set by the SW Fuse will be retained when the ZDW103 is turned OFF
and then back ON.

If at any time the safe operation temperature is achieved, normal operation will return and the LED will stop blinking,
but the output will remain at the power that allowed the dimmer to cool. The dimmer will allow maximum output
power again.

Remember to reduce the load on the output to 800W or lower to prevent the software fuse from triggering again.

INCLUDING ZDW103 TO THE NETWORK

STEP 2.. Prepare the Controller to include a unit to the network (Refer to controller instructions).

STEP 3. The ZDW103 must be in its permanently installed location. Tap either the top or bottom of the

switch paddle on the ZDW103 once.

STEP 4. You should see an indication on your Controller that the “device was included” in the network.

BASIC OPERATION

Local Control

From the front paddle switch, the ZDW103 allows the user to do the following:

• Turn ON or OFF, DIM or BRIGHTEN, the load attached.

• Include or exclude the module from the Z-Wave network.

• Configure to Control Shades or Window Coverings via Z-Wave network.

• Control other Z-Wave enabled devices.

Also, when a controller prompts you to “Send Node ID” or to “Press Button on Unit”, quickly tap the top or bottom
of the switch once to satisfy those instructions.

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• Tapping top of the switch turns the load attached ON.

• Tapping bottom of the switch turns the load attached OFF.

• Pressing and holding the top of the paddle switch will brighten the load attached, and pressing and holding

the bottom of the switch will dim the load. When OFF, pressing and holding the bottom of the switch will
cause the load will go to the minimum dim level.

Note: Upon restoration of power after a power loss, the ZDW103 returns to previous known state.

LED indication

The LED on the ZDW103 will turn on when the load attached is ON. However, the LED can be user configured
to turn ON when the load attached is OFF, if so desired, to act as a night light.

The ZDW103 will flicker its LED when it is transmitting to any of its 4 groups. This can be changed if desired.

Auxiliary Switch

The ZDW103 supports 3 and 4-way control using the AS101 auxiliary switch.

Remote Control

The ZDW103 will respond to BASIC and MULTILEVEL commands that are part of the Z-Wave system. Refer to
your controller’s instructions as to whether your controller can transmit those commands.

All On/All Off

The ZDW103 supports the ALL ON/ ALL OFF commands.

The ZDW103 can be set to respond to ALL ON and ALL OFF commands 4 different ways.

Refer to your controller for information on how to set the ZDW103 to operate in the manner you desire. Some
controllers may be only able to set certain settings of ALL ON/ALL OFF response.

The 4 different ways the ZDW103 can be setup to respond to ALL ON and ALL OFF commands are:

• ZDW103 will not respond to ALL ON or the ALL OFF command.

• ZDW103 will respond to ALL OFF command but will not respond to ALL ON command.

• ZDW103 will respond to ALL ON command but will not respond to ALL OFF command.

• ZDW103 will respond to ALL ON and the ALL OFF command (default).

Association

The ZDW103 supports the Association command.

The ZDW103 can be set to control other Z-Wave devices. Those devices must be installed in their permanent
location. You can turn on and off, and even dim other Z-Wave devices once they are “associated” into 1 of 4 groups

within the ZDW103.

Each group is turned on or off (or dimmed) by tapping or holding the switch a differing amount of times.

Group 1

If you associate a Z-Wave device into Group 1, you can turn that device on and off by tapping the switch on or
off once. The load attached to the ZDW103 will also turn on or off. Associating nodes into group 2 or 3 will cause
a very slight delay before the command is transmitted to group 1 nodes.

You can brighten the controlled device by pushing and holding the top of the switch, dim by pushing and holding
the bottom of the switch.

Group 2

If you associate a Z-Wave device into Group 2, you can turn that device on and off by tapping the top or bottom
of the switch twice. You can brighten or dim devices by tapping the top or bottom of the switch once and then hold
it down. The load attached to the ZDW103 is not affected.

Group 3

If you associate a Z-Wave device into Group 3, you can turn that device on by tapping the top of the switch three
times or off by tapping the bottom of the switch three times. You can brighten devices by tapping the top of the

switch twice or dim devices by tapping the bottom of the switch twice and then hold it down. The load attached
to the ZDW103 is not affected.

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