First Alert
ZCOMBO-G
SKU: ZCOMBO
Quickstart
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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
The Z-Wave Smoke/CO alarm can be implemented in residential and institutional applications. Installation settings include sleeping areas within hospitals, hotels, motels, dormitories and other multi-family dwellings that are defined in standard NFPA 101. The First Alert ZCOMBO-G Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector has been fully tested and complies with UL217, UL2034, CSFM, NFPA 720, NFPA 101 and other agencies that model their codes after the above agencies. The combination alarm meets building codes that require the use of a battery operated Z-Wave wireless Smoke and CO detector. This First Alert Z-Wave Combination Alarm includes silence features and meets the model building codes published by the ICC.The First Alert Z-Wave Combo Alarm includes: an insect screened photoelectric smoke sensing chamber, electrochemical carbon monoxide sensor, 85dB horn, supervised 3V (2 AA batteries) power supply, full function test switch and a silence feature.The First Alert Z-Wave Enabled Battery Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Combo Alarm includes a battery drawer that prevents battery removal and tamper resistant locking pins that lock the alarm to the mounting bracket. This First Alert Combination Alarm is an ideal fit for any number of applications that include apartments, dormitories, and hotels. Designed for wall or ceiling mounting, this alarm includes all of the required mounting anchors and screws needed for easy installation.
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.
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
Association - one device controls an other device
Z-Wave devices control other Z-Wave devices. The relationship between one device controlling another device is called association. In order to control a different device, the controlling device needs to maintain a list of devices that will receive controlling commands. These lists are called association groups and they are always related to certain events (e.g. button pressed, sensor triggers, ...). In case the event happens all devices stored in the respective association group will receive the same wireless command wireless command, typically a 'Basic Set' Command.
Association Groups:
| Group Number | Maximum Nodes | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | The alarm supports one association group (Lifeline) with up to 1 node, and sends its alarms to that group. Group ID: 0x01, Group Name: Lifeline. The Z-Wave network controller may be set in this group. Its not recommended to modify this association group. All the critical events mentioned in the list of supported events over Notification Command Class will be triggered from the Lifeline association group. |
Configuration Parameters
Z-Wave products are supposed to work out of the box after inclusion, however certain configuration can adapt the function better to user needs or unlock further enhanced features.
IMPORTANT: Controllers may only allow configuring signed values. In order to set values in the range 128 ... 255 the value sent in the application shall be the desired value minus 256. For example: To set a parameter to 200 it may be needed to set a value of 200 minus 256 = minus 56. In case of a two byte value the same logic applies: Values greater than 32768 may needed to be given as negative values too.
Parameter 1: SuperVision report timeout
ZCOMBO will send the message over SuperVision Command Class and it will wait for the SuperVision report from the Controller for the SuperVision report timeout time. Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 1500
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| 500 - 5000 | The value is in milliseconds. |
Parameter 2: SuperVision retry count
If the SuperVision report is not received within the SuperVision report timeout time, the ZCOMBO will retry sending the message again. Upon exceeding the max retry, the ZCOMBO device will send the next message available in the queue. Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 1
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| 0 - 5 | The value is a number |
Parameter 3: SuperVision wait time
Before retrying the message, ZCOMBO will wait for the SuperVision wait time. Actual wait time is calculated using below formula,Wait time = SuperVision wait time base-value + random-value + (attempt-count x 5 seconds) The random value shall be a time between 100 and 1100 milliseconds Size: 2 Byte, Default Value: 5
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 - 60 | The value is in seconds. |
Technical Data
| Hardware Platform | ZM5202 |
| Device Type | Notification Sensor |
| Network Operation | Reporting Sleeping Slave |
| Firmware Version | HW: 2 FW: 11.00:07.00 |
| Z-Wave Version | 6.81.06 |
| Certification ID | ZC10-20076935 |
| Z-Wave Product Id | 0x0138.0x0001.0x0003 |
| Outdoor Use | ok |
| Firmware Updatable | Not Updatable |
| Color | White |
| Security V2 | S2_UNAUTHENTICATED ,S2_AUTHENTICATED |
| Frequency | XXfrequency |
| Maximum transmission power | XXantenna |
Supported Command Classes
- Association Grp Info
- Association V2
- Battery
- Configuration
- Device Reset Locally
- Manufacturer Specific V2
- Multi Channel Association V3
- Notification V8
- Powerlevel
- Security 2
- Supervision
- Transport Service V2
- Version V3
- Wake Up V2
- Zwaveplus Info V2
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.