Devolo Home Control First Steps

Home Control Central Unit

rst steps

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devolo AG

Charlottenburger Allee 67

52068 Aachen

Germany

www.devolo.com

Aachen, September 2017

Version: 1.0

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Preface

Thank you for placing your trust in this devolo product!

Carefully read all instructions before setting up the device and store the instructions for later reference.

Description of the Icons

This section contains a brief description of the icons used in this manual and/or on the rating plate, the device
connector, as well as the icons used on the package:

Icon Description

Very important safety symbol that warns you of imminent electrical voltage which if not
observed can result in serious injury or death.

Very important safety symbol that warns you of an imminent threat and can lead to seri­ous injuries or death if not avoided.

An important note that should be observed which can potentially lead to material dam­ages.

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Icon Description

The device may only be used indoors in dry conditions.

The device has a reinforced protective insulation. For the connection of movable devices
of protection class II, plugs are used which have no connection for the protective conduc­tor.

Z-Wave is an internationally recognised wireless standard that has been developed by
Sigma Designs and the Z-Wave Alliance for home automation and adjacent outdoor
areas and has been licensed for smart home applications worldwide.

Z-Wave Plus is an extension of the Z-Wave standard, which includes all current advances
in technology.

The manufacturer/distributing company uses the CE marking to declare that the product
meets all applicable European regulations and has been subjected to the prescribed
conformity assessment procedures.

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Icon Description

It is used to prevent the occurrence of waste electrical and electronic equipment and to
reduce this type of waste through reuse, recycling and other forms of utilisation. It
establishes minimum standards for handling waste electrical and electronic equipment
in the EU.

Additional information, background material and configuration tips for your device.

Indicates a completed course of action.

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Intended use

Use the Home Control Central Unit as described in these instructions and in the Home Control online FAQ to
prevent damage and injuries.

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by electricity
The device must be plugged into a power socket with a connected earth wire

Caution!

Damage to the device caused by ambient conditions
Only use device indoors in dry conditions

CE conformity

When used as intended, the product conforms to the basic requirements of the
directives 2014/53/EU, 2014/35/EU and the other relevant provisions of the Radio and
Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Act (FTEG) and is designed for use in the EU,
Switzerland and Norway. A printout of the CE declaration is included.

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Safety instructions

It is essential to have read and understood all safety and operating instructions before the devolo device is
used for the first time; keep them safe for future reference.

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by electricity
The device must be plugged into a power socket with a connected earth wire

Users do not need to carry out any maintenance on devolo devices. In the event of damage, disconnect the
devolo device from the mains supply by pulling it or its plug out of the electrical socket. Then contact qualified
specialist personnel (after-sales service) exclusively. Damage is deemed to have occurred, for example,

쎲 if the power plug is damaged.
쎲 if the devolo device has been showered with liquid (such as rain or other water).
쎲 if the devolo device is inoperable.
쎲 if the housing of the devolo device is damaged.

DANGER!

Electric shock caused by electricity
The Home Control Central Unit must be plugged into a socket with a connected protective con­ductor

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The Home Control Central Unit may be operated only on a mains power supply as described on the rating
plate.

To disconnect the Home Control Central Unit from the mains supply, unplug the device itself or its power plug
from the electrical socket.

The power socket and all connected network devices should be easily accessible so that you can pull the power
plug quickly if needed.

CAUTION!

Heat development during operation
Certain housing components can become very hot in certain situations. Attach device so that it
is touch-proof, observing optimal positioning

The Home Control Central Unit should only be installed at locations that guarantee adequate ventilation. Slots
and openings on the housing are used for ventilation:

쎲 Do not cover the Home Control Central Unit during operation.
쎲 Do not place any objects on dthe devolo Home Control Central Unit.
쎲 Do not insert any objects into the openings of the Home Control Central Unit.
쎲 The Home Control Central Unit devolo devices must not be placed directly next
쎲 to a naked flame (such as fire or candles).
쎲 devolo devices must not be exposed to direct
쎲 heat radiation (e.g. radiator, direct sunlight).

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CAUTION!

Damage to housing from cleaning agents containing solvents.
Clean only with dry cloth

Disconnect the devolo device from the mains supply to clean!

Introduction

In this chapter you will learn everything you need to know about the package contents of your Home Control
Central Unit. In addition, we will explain what is behind devolo Home Control and what advantages the Z­Wave wireless standard provides for home automation.

Package contents

Please ensure that the delivery is complete before beginning with the installation of your Home Control central
Unit:

쎲 Home Control Central Unit:

쑗 devolo Home Control Central Unit with powerline (dLAN) functionality
쑗 One LAN cable
쑗 Hard copy of installation guide
쑗 CE declaration

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What exactly is devolo Home Control?

Home Control (also known as home automation) refers to the specific control of electrically operated indoor
household devices. The Home Control system by devolo uses the Z-Wave wireless standard.

The Home Control Central Unit is the heart of the devolo Home Control system. It is equipped with a user in­terface, called the Home Control portal, which is used to coordinate all of your Home Control devices. Ac­cess to the Home Control portal is very easy both from the Home Control App and/or at

www.mydevolo.com

in a browser.

What exactly is dLAN?

dLAN is an intelligent, secure technology that lets you set up a home network easily, quickly and economically
via your household electrical wiring, without the need for complex and expensive dedicated cabling.

The dLAN (direct Local Area Network) uses the household power grid to transfer data between computers and
other network components equipped with suitable adapters. As a result, any electrical socket can be used as
a network access point. The data is modulated prior to transfer and sent as a signal via household power lines.
State-of-the-art technology ensures that the power and data networks do not interfere with one another. Net­working via dLAN is fast and secure. The data is encrypted using a key to prevent interception by third parties.

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What exactly is Z-Wave and Z-Wave Plus?

Z-Wave is an internationally recognised wireless standard that has been developed by Sigma Designs and the
Z-Wave Alliance for home automation and adjacent outdoor areas and has been licensed for smart home ap­plications worldwide. This wireless communication is optimised for low energy consumption and high commu­nication security.

All available devices are certified on the basis of their interoperability within the Z-Wave standard. This makes
it possible to operate devices from different manufacturers and scopes of application in one shared wireless
network. Installations such as light switches, electronic door closers, heating thermostats, blind controls and
other devices such as sensors, wall switches and smoke detectors can be controlled via smartphones, tablets
and/or Internet applications.

Z-Wave devices can be powered by batteries or supplied from the mains. All devices connected to the mains
act as routers for all the other devices. If a signal cannot be sent directly to a receiver due to physical obstruc­tions, the signal is automatically rerouted over other nodes. Within buildings, individual devices can commu­nicate with each other over a distance of up to 25 metres, increasing to 100 metres outdoors. One advantage
is the 868 MHz radio waves, which are able to pass through walls with relative ease.

Z-Wave Plus is an extension of the Z-Wave standard, which includes all current further developments of the
technology. Depending on the product, this may involve a longer battery service life, faster operation, larger
coverage of the range and/or easier device installation. Z-Wave Plus devices are compatible with devices of
the Z-Wave generation

You can find more information about Z-Wave on the website for the Z-Wave Alliance:

www.z-wavealliance.org

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IFor more information on the control and configuration of all devolo Home Control devices, as
well as application examples, please refer to the Home Control online FAQ.

Accessing to the Home Control Central Unit via the Home Control App (for smartphone/tablet)

Open the Home Control app

Accessing to the Home Control Central Unit via web browser (PC/laptop)

At www.mydevolo.com

쒁 and select your Home Control Central Unit.

쒁 Home Control select your Home Control Central Unit.

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The Home Control Central Unit

The Home Control Central Unit is the heart of the devolo Home Control system. It is equipped with a user in­terface, called the Home Control portal, which is used to coordinate all of your Home Control devices. Ac­cess to the Home Control portal is very easy both from the Home Control app and/or at

www.mydevolo.com

While the Home Control app lets you operate and control your Home Control devices easily and conven­iently, access to the Home Control portal in your browser at www.mydevolo.com provides you with the

complete range of Home Control functions and benefits. You can use this to carry out initial and ad­ministrative actions such as initial registration of the Home Control Central Unit or teaching in (includ-

ing) and configuring Home Control devices.

The Home Control Central Unit provides a button for dLAN encryption (home icon), a Home Control button
(check mark), a network (LAN) and a USB connection. The USB connection is provided for future applications
and is not active at this time.

in a browser.

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USB (for future applications)LAN

Figure is country-specific

Home Control button

dLAN encryption button

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Basic guidelines for setting up a Home Control network

When planning your Home Control network, consider the optimal placement of all devices with regard to the
wireless range so as to best avoid weak signals and interference sources. Drawing up a sketch may help you
to determine the desired locations of all your devices.

Weak signals due to attenuation can result from furniture, plants and especially metal objects
which are located between the devices. Possible sources of interference include electrical devices
such as a microwave or computer. In such instances, keep your device at least around 50 cm
(19 in) away from the source.

Install the Home Control devices in sequence as described with increasing distance
to the Home Control Central Unit.

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Connecting the Home Control Central Unit

CAUTION!

Damage to the device caused by ambient conditions
Only use device indoors in dry conditions

There are two ways to connect the Home Control Central Unit to the internet:

Connecting the Home Control Central Unit directly to the Internet router

햲 Taking the above factors into consideration, plug the Home Control Central Unit into a wall outlet that is

located centrally in your house or flat.

햳 To connect the Home Control Central Unit to the LAN directly at your Internet router, plug the

included network cable into both devices.

CAUTION!

Tripping hazard
Lay the network cable in a barrier-free manner and ensure that the electrical socket and the
connected network devices are easily accessible

햴 As soon as you are connected to your dLAN or LAN network, the Home Control button (check mark)

on the device illuminates white. If the Home Control button flashes red, there is no connection to the
Home Control Central Unit.

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Connecting the Home Control Central Unit to the internet router using an existing dLAN net­work

햲 Taking the above factors into consideration, plug the Home Control Central Unit into a wall outlet that is

located centrally in your house or flat.

햳 To connect the Home Control Central Unit to the Internet router via your existing dLAN network,

first press the home or encryption button (for 1 second) on an existing dLAN adapter (e.g. the
one on the Internet router) in your network, and then – within 2 minutes – press the dLAN encryption
button with the home icon (for 1 second) on the Home Control Central Unit.

햴 As soon as you are connected to your dLAN or LAN network, the Home Control button (check mark)

on the device illuminates white. If the Home Control button flashes red, there is no connection to the
Home Control Central Unit.

For the Home Control Central Unit to be recognised automatically in the
Home Control portal when first installed, both the Home Control Central Unit and
the device with which you are accessing it must be connected through the same LAN.
If instead you use separate Internet connections, you have to enter the serial number
of the Home Control Central Unit manually. The serial number (e.g. S/N:

12312312312312) of the Home Control Central Unit is located on the title page of
the installation guide and on the label on the rear of the unit's housing. If you have
to enter the serial number, you should do so when you add the
Home Control Central Unit in the portal, as described under instruction

햺.

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Registering the Home Control Central Unit for the first time

햵 To register the Home Control Central Unit for the first time, use your PC or laptop. In your browser, go

to www.mydevolo.com

햶 Select Create an account to register a new account.

햷 After you have confirmed your data by clicking Apply, you will receive a registration message at the e-

mail address you indicated while creating your account. Click the link Finish registration, after which
you will receive an activation confirmation.

햸 Click the my devolo link to return to the login page, where you can now use your existing user name

and password to log in.

햹 On the dashboard page, select Home Control.

햺 There, add your Home Control Central Unit by clicking the plus button. Confirm your input with Apply

and follow the instructions in the Home Control portal.

From now on, you can take electronic control conveniently using the Home Control portal of the
Home Control Central Unit. For more information on time control and configuration, as well as ap­plication examples, please refer to the Home Control online FAQ.

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Please notice this information if you want to reset the Home Control Central Unit. If this controller
is the primary controller for your network, resetting it will result in the nodes in your network being
orphaned and it will be necessary after the reset to exclude and re-include all of the nodes in the
network. If this controller is being used as a secondary controller in the network, use this procedure
to reset this controller only in the event that the network primary controller is missing or otherwise
inoperable.

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Z-Wave-specific terms

Z-Wave-specific

terms

Controller This is a Z-Wave device and acts as the central network manager of the Z-

Wave network. Controllers are usually gateways. Battery-powered devices can
also be controllers

Slave This is a Z-Wave device with expanded capabilities for managing a network.

There are sensors, actuators and slaves

Inclusion Adding a Home Control device. This is the process of integrating a new device

into the Z-Wave network

Exclusion Removing a Home Control device. This is the process of removing a device

from the Z-Wave network

Remove Removing a Home Control device which is

쎲 a non-working device (battery powered or 230V AC)
쎲 displayed as offline

Description

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Z-Wave-specific

terms

Reset Resetting a Home Control device to factory settings

Replace Replacing a Home Control device by an identical Home Control product. The

new Home Control device replaces the previous one completely in all its func­tions in the Home Control portal automatically

Learn Mode Adding a Z-Wave Plus compatible central unit from a third-party supplier to

the devolo Home Control Central Unit

Association This is a control relationship between a controlling and a controlled device.

The respective information is stored in an association group in the controlling
device

Wakeup Notification This is a special wireless message that a battery-powered device uses to pro-

vide notification that it is in wakeup status and able to receive Z-Wave® mes­sages

Node Information
Frame (Node ID)

This is a special wireless message with which a Z-Wave device provides infor­mation about its device properties

Description

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Flashing behaviour of the dLAN LED (home icon)

LED Flashing behaviour Description

Red LED Flashes at intervals of

0.5 sec. (on/off)

Red LED Flashes at intervals of 2

sec.(on/off)

White LED Lights up steady An encrypted dLAN connection exists and the

White LED Flashes at intervals of

0.5 sec. (on/off)

White LED Flashing at intervals of

0.5/50-60 sec. (on/off)

* For information on improving transmission rate, refer to Chapter Bandwith optimisation.

No dLAN connection exists

Data transmission rate not in optimum range *

adapter is ready to operate

dLAN encryption being established

Adapter is in PowerSave mode

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Flashing behaviour of the Home Control LED (check mark)

LED Flashing behaviour Description

Red LED Flashes at intervals of

0.5 sec. (on/off)

Red LED Lights up steady Recovery file: The installation of the update failed for the

White LED Flashes at intervals of 2

sec.(on/off)

White LED Flashes at intervals of

0.5 sec. (on/off)

White LED Flashes at intervals of

0,1 sec. (on/off)

White LED Lights up steady A connection to the Home Control portal exists

No connection to the Home Control portal exists

second time

Booting process of the Home Control Central Unit. If the
Home Control Central Unit is ready for operation, the LED
goes out

Inclusion of the Home Control devices

The firmware update process is running

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Technical data

Produkt name Central Unit (MT:2600)
Protocols CSMA/CA (Powerline)

Z-Wave (Wireless))
Frequencies (Z-Wave) 868,40 MHz, 868,42 MHz, 869,85 MHz
Range Powerline: 300 m

Z-Wave: up to 25m inhouse, up to 100m outdoors
Security 128 Bit AES (Powerline and Z-Wave)
Buttons

Device port 1x Ethernet RJ45

Usage indoor
Dimensions (without plug) 72 x 132 x 42 mm (BxHxT)
Operating temperature 0°C to +35°C
Ambient conditions 10 to 90% Humidity (non-condensing)
Power consumption Maximum: 4,6 W

Certifications CE Class B (EU, CH, NO)
Other internal speakers (for future extensions)

1x dLAN (home icon) with LED (white/red)

1x Home Control (check mark) with LED (white/red)

1x USB 2.0 type A (for future extensions)

Typical: 3,4 Watt

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Fig. 1 dLAN bandwith optimisation

Bandwith optimisation

If you would like to use the Home Control Central Unit as a dLAN adapter, we recommend the following
"connection rules" for an improved network transfer performance:

쎲 Plug the Home Control Central Unit directly into a wall socket.

Avoid using a power strip. This may impair the transmission of the dLAN signals.

쎲
쎲 If there are several sockets in the wall directly next to each other, they behave like a power strip. Individual-

sockets are optimal.

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Service and warranty

Warranty: 3 years
If your devolo device is found to be defective during initial installation or within the warranty period, please
contact the vendor who sold you the product. The vendor will take care of the repair or warranty claim for you.
The complete warranty conditions can be found at www.devolo.com/warranty

Great Britain [phone] * [e-mail]

Portugal [phone] * [e-mail]

Spain [phone] * [e-mail]

Sweden [phone] * [e-mail]

Other countries [phone] * [e-mail]

* Detailed information about the actual costs of the telephone calls can be found on the devolo website.

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Disposal

The Home Control Central Unit must not be disposed of with the household waste. Instead, you can return
these at no charge at your municipal collection point or at the retailer (e. g. supermarket, specialist shop).

devolo AG

Charlottenburger Allee 60
52068 Aachen – Germany
www.devolo.com

44453/0817