Remotec ZXT-120 User Manual V1.1

ZXT-120

(Z-Wave-to-AC IR Extender)

Firmware Version: V1.0 and V1.1

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Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................	3
Controller and Gateway Requirements ............	4
Built-in IR code library ....................................	4
Glossary ..........................................................	5
ZXT-120 Operations ........................................	6
Product Overview .............................................	7
Z-Wave Remote Control ...................................	8
ZXT-120 Information .......................................	9
Listening Mode Change ....................................	11
IR Code Selection ............................................	11
IR Code Learning ............................................	13
Reset ZXT-120 to factory default........................	17
INSTALLATION ................................................	18
MOUNTING THE ZXT-120 TO A WALL..................	18
WIRELESS INFORMATION ...............................	21
MAINTENANCE.................................................	21
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....................	21
Z-Wave Frequently Asked Questions...................	21
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..........................	23
CHECKING ACCESSORIES ................................	28
FCC NOTICE ....................................................	28
WARNINGS......................................................	28
CAUTION ........................................................	28
WARRANTY .....................................................	29

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Z-ExtenderTM ZXT-120

(Z-Wave-to-AC IR Extender)

Operating Instructions

Introduction

The ZXT 120 is a Z Wave to IR extender for air conditioner (AC), (Figure 1), it works with any Z Wave compliant gateway or controller by translating Z Wave Thermostat Commands to AC IR control code. User can select the IR code from the built in code library of ZXT 120, or use learning function, by using Z Wave Configuration Commands according to the parameter table. ZXT 120 is also with built in temperature sensor which allows gateway or controller to get the current room temperature.

Figure 1 ZXT-120

ZXT 120 can be configured as either “Frequently Listening Routing Slaves” (FLiRS) or “Always Listening” node after exclusion process (before inclusion process).

FLiRS node type is for battery operated applications and it will enter sleep mode frequently in order to conserve battery consumption that can provide the flexibility if there is out of 5Vdc power source. Also, user can place the unit in anywhere at home.

Always Listening node type is for the needs of fast response application. It works with 5Vdc power source. Always Listening node can act as a repeater, which will re transmit the RF signal to ensure that the signal is received by its intended destination by routing the signal around obstacle and radio dead spots.

ZXT 120 supports Network Wide Inclusion (NWI) and Explore Frames. It also supports Z Wave networks with multiple gateways and controllers. Like every Z Wave accessory, user will need to include the

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ZXT 120 into their Z Wave network using the primary controller. Then, the user can use either the primary controller or secondary controller to configure and setup the ZXT 120 using Z Wave’s configuration command class. Once the configuration and setup is complete, the controller can use Z Wave “Thermostat commands class” to control their IR controlled air conditioner through the ZXT 120.

Controller and Gateway Requirements

The ZXT 120 can work with any Z Wave compliant controller or gateway supporting the following Z Wave commands.

-Configuration Command Class

-Multilevel Sensor Command Class

-Thermostat Command Class

Thermostat Mode Command Class

Thermostat Fan Mode Command Class

Thermostat Set point Command Class

Built in IR code library

The Built in IR code library supports most of the popular air conditioner brands in the market. Z Wave gateway and controller does not need to have any IR control code knowledge. User can use Z Wave controller or gateway to select the IR code according to the ZXT 120 code list separately provided through Z Wave configuration command.

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Glossary

	Device or	Devices and nodes are all terms to describe an
		individual Z Wave device. These are all
	Node	interchangeable when setting up your Z Wave
		network.
	Inclusion	Add a Z Wave device to the network.
	Exclusion	Delete a Z Wave device from the network.
		To take a device out of a group, scene or
	Remove	association group while that device still exists
		in the same Z Wave network.
		A collection of Z Wave devices is controlled by
	Z Wave	primary and secondary controllers operating
		on the same system. A Z Wave network has its
	Network
		own unique ID code so that controllers not in
		the network cannot control the system.
		The first controller is used to set up your
		devices and network. Only the Primary
	Primary	Controller can be used to include or delete
	Controller	devices from a network. It is recommended
		that you mark the primary controller for each
		network for ease in modifying your network.
		A controller containing network information
		about other devices within the network and is
	Secondary	used for controlling devices. Secondary
	Controller	controller is created from the Primary
		Controller and cannot include or delete devices
		to the network.
		A controller containing network information
		about other devices within the network and is
	Inclusion	used for controlling devices. Inclusion
		controller is created from the Primary
	Controller
		Controller in a SIS enabled Z Wave network.
		Inclusion Controllers have the ability to add
		and remove devices from the network.

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ZXT 120 Operations

Before using the ZXT 120, please read the [INSTALLATION] if you need to mount the ZXT 120 to a wall. Power up the ZXT 120 by the USB Power 5Vdc or Dry battery AAA x 3pcs.

•Plug in 5Vdc power into the USB socket if operated at Always Listening mode. Or

•Install 3xAAA batteries if operated at FLiRS mode.

•Please refer to the section of [MOUNTING PROCEDURE].

•Remove the battery cover on the back of your ZXT 120 battery chassis.

•Mount the battery cover into the main unit with 2 screws.

•Check the polarity of the batteries and the "+/ " marks inside the battery compartment.

•Insert the batteries.

•Push the battery cover and main unit back in place.

CAUTION (battery and power adaptor safety)

−Use new batteries of the recommended type and size only.

−Never mix used and new batteries together.

−To avoid chemical leaks, remove batteries from the ZXT 120 if you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time.

−Dispose of used batteries properly; do not burn or bury them.

(Please carefully read through the following then store the manual for future reference.)

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Product Overview

Temperature sensor

“PROG” Button,

Learning and LED

Indication

Battery chassis

External	USB Power
IR Port	5V DC

Surround IR Output for top and 4-directions

Figure 2 PROG Key and IR Port of ZXT-120

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Z Wave Remote Control

1)Select your operation mode; please refer to “Listening Mode” section.

2)Include or Exclude the unit from the existing Z Wave home control network with your primary controller.

Refer to your primary controller instructions to process the inclusion / exclusion setup procedure.

When prompted by your primary controller, click once on the PROG button.

The primary controller should indicate that the action was successful. If the controller indicates the action was unsuccessful, please repeat the procedure.

3)User can use either primary controller or secondary controller (should support configuration command class) to setup the ZXT 120 AC code by the parameter 27 (IR code number for built in code library), please refer to code list for the parameter value then setup your AC control code.

4)Once the configuration and setup were completed, the controller can use Z Wave “Thermostat commands class” to control their IR controlled air conditioner with the ZXT 120.

5)You can record down your device code under the below table for future reference after setting up the ZXT 120 correctly.

AC device programmed to your ZXT 120

Code no.:

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ZXT 120 Information

How to get the NIF “Node Information Frame” on ZXT 120 (Inclusion)

	Step	Setup Key	LED Indication Status
			on ZXT 120
		Press the PROG button on the	• LED flashes once
		ZXT 120	then stay off
	1		(ZXT 120 will report
			the supported
			command class)

Parameter No. and Parameter Value of configuration command

Parameter

Definitions

Number

25Indicate a location for IR code (0x19) learning and start learning

26Learning status register

(0x1A)

Note:

The status value 0x01 and 0x04 will be reset to 0 when the ZXT 120 receive a get command to this parameter

27	IR code number for built in
(0x1B)	code library
28	External IR Emitter power
(0x1C)	level
32	Surround IR control
(0x20)	- to avoid the IR interference
	by disabling the
	surrounding IR emitter if 2
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Parameter Value

0 22

(0x00 – 0x16)

0x00: Idle this IR channel is idle (default)

0x01: OK the latest learning process successful and completed

0x02: Learning the ZXT 120 is busy processing previous learning request

0x04: Failed the latest learning request failed

Refer “Code list” for details

0x00: normal power mode

0xFF: high power mode (default) 0x00: disable Surround IR Emitters 0xFF: enable Surround IR Emitters