Panasonic CZ-CAPWFC1 User Manual

POWER

LINK

RESET

SETUP

USER’S MANUAL

WLAN Adaptor

Model No. CZ-CAPWFC1

Contents
Safety Precautions.......................................	2
System Overview.........................................	5
Parts Identification.......................................	6
Parts..............................................................	7
Dimensions...................................................	7
WLAN Adaptor Installation..........................	8
Connecting Network..................................	11
Use the “Panasonic Comfort Cloud”.......	18
WLAN Adaptor Q & A.................................	27
Firmware Update Function........................	29
Software License Information...................	29
Specifications.............................................	36

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use.

Panasonic Corporation

1006 Kadoma, Kadoma City, Osaka, Japan

Panasonic Corporation	F1218-20119
http://www.panasonic.com	ACXF60-34442

Please Read Before Starting

These instructions are all you need for most installation sites and maintenance conditions. If you require help for a special problem, contact our sales/service outlet or your certified dealer for additional instructions.

The English text are the original instructions. Other languages are translations of the original instructions.

Safety Precautions

We assume no responsibility for accidents or damages resulting from methods other than those described in the USER’S MANUAL or methods without using specified parts.

Malfunctions that occur due to the unauthorised installation methods are not covered by the product warranty.

●●This WLAN Adaptor shall be installed in accordance with National Wiring Regulations. ●●Read the installation instructions of devices to be connected as well.

●●When relocating or repairing this WLAN Adaptor, provide the USER’S MANUAL to the servicing personnel.

●●Please provide this USER’S MANUAL to the user after installation.

Instruct user to keep it in a safe place along with the air conditioner instruction manuals.

					WARNING	This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in
						severe personal injury or death.
					CAUTION	This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in
						personal injury or product or property damage.

Precautions for Installation setup and WLAN Adaptor

WARNING

zzTurn off the circuit breaker of the units before installation. zzSelect an installation location which is rigid and strong enough to

support or hold the WLAN Adaptor, and select a location for easy maintenance.

zzUse only the parts specified by Panasonic as supplied accessories.

zzEnsure cables are installed properly so that external forces cannot affect them.

zzDisassembly and modification of the WLAN Adaptor is not permitted under any circumstances.

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WARNING

zzThe WLAN Adaptor must be installed by the sales dealer or installer.

zzWhen installing the WLAN Adaptor, use appropriate protective equipment and tools for safety.

zzThe WLAN Adaptor should be securely installed in accordance with the USER’S MANUAL.

zzElectric work must be performed by authorised personnel in accordance with the local regulations and the instructions detailed in the USER’S MANUAL.

zzTo avoid malfunctions caused by radio wave interference, keep the WLAN Adaptor away from devices such as other wireless device, microwaves and the device that use 2.4 GHz signal. Depending on the area, the module may not be available.

zzAttach the electrical cover to the indoor unit securely.

zzMake sure to connect the WLAN Adaptor to the P.C. board and terminal board of the indoor unit properly.

zzDo not set up in hospitals or places where electronic medical devices are located.

zzIf you have a cardiac pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator, please keep at least 15 cm away from the WLAN

Adaptor.

zzDo not use the WLAN Adaptor near to automatic control equipment (automatic door, fire alarms, etc.).

zzIn case of an abnormal condition (such as a burning smell), stop the indoor unit and turn the breaker OFF.

zzDo not operate with wet hands.

zzDo not splash water on the WLAN Adaptor or use it in the bathroom.

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CAUTION

zzGround yourself to discharge static electricity before performing any wiring.

zzDo not install the WLAN Adaptor in places with direct sunlight or where the ambient temperature is 55 ˚C or more or is 0 ˚C or less.

zzThe connecting cable must not touch piping directly.

zzDo not set up where children can reach the WLAN Adaptor. zzDo not stand on an unstable surface when operating or checking

the WLAN Adaptor.

zzDo not use in special environments.

Use in places with much oil (including machine oil), steam, flammable or corrosive gas, voltage fluctuation, surrounding the metal body, may lead to severe decrease in functionality and damage to parts.

zzDo not use the WLAN Adaptor nearby other wireless devices, microwaves, cordless phones, or facsimiles.

zzThis equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.

zzThis appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

<for European market only>

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

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NOTE

●●Install the WLAN Adaptor vertically or horizontally.

●●When attaching the WLAN Adaptor, be sure to use the supplied screws and confirm that the WLAN Adaptor is fixed to the surface so that there are no gaps.

●●The warranty does not cover the product if it falls from an elevated location. ●●The WLAN coverage must include the air conditioner installation location. ●●Please write down the model information and more on the last page “Setting

Information”, when you install the WLAN Adaptor.

●●Requires a smartphone or tablet that is iOS/Android compatible.

●●Please ensure that the Router supports the WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES) encryption setting before commencement of the installation of this WLAN Adaptor.

●●To complete connection of this WLAN Adaptor to the wireless network service the Router may be required.

●●The End user should read and accept the Terms of use and Privacy Notice in the contents of “Panasonic Comfort Cloud” app.

●●Please avoid to set up multiple WLAN Adaptor registrations at the same time. ●●There is a risk of unauthorised operation if a vulnerable password is set for the

wireless router.

●●Users are responsible for all costs associated with downloading and using the Comfort Cloud App and WLAN Adaptor, including without limitation all fees charged by your Device carrier and internet service provider and any other WLAN or data access charges.

●●Panasonic WLAN Adaptor is designed for communication to the “Panasonic Comfort Cloud”.

●●Third party WLAN interfaces cannot be connected to the “Panasonic Comfort Cloud”.

●●Updates to the service may mean there are changes to the design of the “Panasonic Comfort Cloud” app screen and display.

System Overview

Indoor unit (example: 4-way cassette)

Router

Internet

	Wireless	Smartphone
	LAN

Wired remote WLAN Adaptor controller CZ-CAPWFC1

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Parts Identification

POWER

LINK

RESET

SETUP

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2

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4

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No	Item		Description
		Indicates that the WLAN Adaptor is being supplied with
1	POWER LED	power.
	(green)	On	: Power being supplied
		Off	: No power being supplied
		Indicates the communication status of the WLAN Adaptor
		to the router.
		Off	: Not connected to router
		Blinks : In the process of connecting with router
		On	: Connected to router
		The LINK LED does not light if the WLAN Adaptor cannot
		connect with a router.
		The following are cases with special LED indications.
		●●When SETUP button is pressed and held
		The LED blinks to indicate how much time has elapsed.
		Blinks once after 5 seconds have elapsed
		Blinks twice after 10 seconds have elapsed
2	LINK LED (green)	Blinks three times after 15 seconds have elapsed
		Blinks four times after 20 seconds have elapsed
		Blinks five times after 25 seconds have elapsed
		Blinks six times after 30 seconds have elapsed
		Lights constantly after 35 seconds have elapsed
		●●When operating in WPS mode
		Blinks at 1.0-second intervals
			1.0-second interval
		●●When operating in AP mode
		Blinks at 0.5-second intervals
			0.5-second interval

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	No	Item	Description
	3	RESET button*	Resetting the hardware
			Use to restart the WLAN Adaptor.
	4	SETUP button*	Used when making network settings.
			Refer to “Connecting Network” (Page 11) for details.
			These are the communication lines connecting the indoor
	5	Communication	units and the WLAN Adaptor.
		lines (L=1.9 m)	Refer to “WLAN Adaptor Installation” (Pages 8, 9)
			for details.

*Initialising the WLAN Adaptor

Press and hold the SETUP button (30 to 35 seconds). After this, press the RESET button within 5 seconds to initialise.

Parts

Adaptor Unit (1)		Screw (2)
(CZ-CAPWFC1)
	POWER
	LINK
	RESET	M3.8 x 16
	SETUP
Clamper (3)		USER’S MANUAL (1)

Dimensions

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24.8 (mm)

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WLAN Adaptor Installation

Basic Wiring Diagram

Irrespective of the number of indoor units, the WLAN Adaptor must be used together with a remote controller.

A remote controller must be connected and it should be set as the “main unit” in the main-sub remote controller settings.

●●Refer to the remote controller installation instructions for details on how to make the main-sub settings for the remote controller.

●●Total length of remote controller wiring: Within 500 m (Remote controller wiring between indoor units is within 200 m)

●●Number of units that can be connected for group control

•	Indoor units	: Up to 8 units
•	WLAN Adaptor	: 1 unit
•	Wired remote controller : 1 unit

●●The system operates irrespective of the indoor unit you choose to connect the WLAN Adaptor and remote controller to.

When there is 1 indoor unit

Example	Indoor unit
Terminals for remote	R1	R2	T10
controller wiring

Remote controller wiring

(field supply)

●●No polarity

1

2

CN03

Wired

remote

controller

(main unit)

WLAN Adaptor

T10 connector

Communication lines

(1.9 m total length)

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When there are multiple indoor units

Example

Indoor unit			Indoor unit
	R1	R2		R1	R2

Terminals for remote controller wiring

T10 connector

Indoor unit
R1	R2	T10

Remote controller

wiring

Communication lines

(field supply)

(1.9 m total length)

1

2

●●No polarity

CN03

Wired

remote

controller

(main unit)

WLAN Adaptor

Example of standard installation

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Connect the communication lines to the indoor unit.

Example: With a 4-way cassette indoor unit

Thread the leads through the

Remote controller terminal board

catches in the electrical box.

in place with the included	T10 connector
clampers

●●Fix the communication lines in place with the included clampers*. * Make sure the clampers hold the parts coated in white.

●●Lead wires* with crimper terminals should be connected to the remote controller terminal board. Lead wires* with connectors should be connected to the T10 connector.

*There may be left over lead wires depending on the type of indoor unit. Tie back left over lead wires with the included clampers.

*The lead wires with crimper terminals have no polarity.

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2 Remove the top case.

Use a fl at head screwdriver or similar tool to push in the catch on the bottom case and remove the top case.

Take care not to break the catch when pushing with the screwdriver.

Top case

Catch

Bottom case

3 When attaching the bottom case to the wall

Screws (supplied): 2

Attach the WLAN Adaptor to the wall with the UP mark facing upwards.

Please ensure screws are tightened Bottom case fi rmly. Do not overtighten screws as

this may damage the casing.

Ensure that the screws do not contact metallic parts within the wall.

Wall to which the

WLAN Adaptor is fi xed

Screw (supplied)

4 Attach the top case.

Fit the upper catches before fi tting the lower catch.

Take care not to pinch the communication lines in the case.

Lower catch

Upper catches (2 places)

Top case

Bottom case

When fi tting the lower catch, press down on it with a fl at head screwdriver or similar tool and then fi t the top case onto it.

*Note that applying too much pressure to the fl at head screwdriver may result in damage to the catch.

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Connecting Network

Establish network connection to the internet via Wireless mode.

1	Turn on the power supply to the indoor unit.
	– The POWER LED will be lit (green).

– The LINK LED will not be lit.

<Note>

●It will not be possible to make network settings for approximately 3 minutes after turning on the power of the WLAN Adaptor due to initial settings being performed.

POWER

LINK

RESET

SETUP

2	App Installation
	For iOS user (iOS 9 and above)		For Android user (Android 4.4 and
	● Open	.	above)
			● Open	.
	● Search for “Panasonic Comfort
	Cloud” app.		● Search for “Panasonic Comfort
	● Download and install.		Cloud” app.
			● Download and install.

<Note>

●The app user interface image may change for version upgrade without notification.

●There is no charge for using this application. However, other charges may be incurred for connection and operation.

3 Starting “Panasonic Comfort Cloud”

3.1Create New Panasonic ID

Use “Panasonic Comfort Cloud” app as an option to control the air conditioner.

● For new user, select Create new Panasonic ID to register. Password must be 8-16 characters with letters and numbers.

You can input the following characters. (As of January 2019)

Numeric characters	0123456789
Alphabetical characters	ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
(upper and lower cases)	abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
Symbols	~`!@#$%^&*()-_+={}[]

● For registered user, login using your Panasonic ID and password.

<Note>

● It is recommended that the password is changed periodically.

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