Quickstart

This is a On/Off Power Switch for U.S. / Canada / Mexico. To run this device please connect it to your mains power supply. To add this device to your network execute the following action:
1. Follow the instructions for your Z-Wave certifiedcontroller to include the smart switch to theZ-Wave network.2. Once the controller is ready to include your smartswitch, press and release the top or bottom buttonon the smart switch to include it in the network.

Attention: This manual is automatically generated from Z-Wave Alliance Product data and may be incomplete. Please refer to the Manufacturers Manual for more information.


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

Transform any home into a smart home with the GE In-Wall Smart Motion Switch. This Z-Wave device replaces you current light switch using your existing wiring and provides Z-Wave wireless control of overhead lighting. The switch enables wireless control of On/OFF functions of incandescent, LED, xenon, halogen and fluorescent lighting. Not only does it act as a switch but the GE In-Wall Smart Motion Switch has a built in PIR sensor which can control the local and be set in occupancy or vacancy mode.

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.

Reset to factory default

This device also allows to be reset without any involvement of a Z-Wave controller. This procedure should only be used when the primary controller is inoperable.

Press and release the top button ten times.Note: This should only be used in the event yournetworks primary controller is missing or otherwiseinoperable.

Safety Warning for Mains Powered Devices

ATTENTION: only authorized technicians under consideration of the country-specific installation guidelines/norms may do works with mains power. Prior to the assembly of the product, the voltage network has to be switched off and ensured against re-switching.

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.

Inclusion

1. Follow the instructions for your Z-Wave certifiedcontroller to include the smart switch to theZ-Wave network.2. Once the controller is ready to include your smartswitch, press and release the top or bottom buttonon the smart switch to include it in the network.

Exclusion

1. Follow the instructions for your Z-Wave certifiedcontroller to exclude a device from the Z-Wavenetwork.2. Once the controller is ready to exclude your device,press and release the top or bottom button on thesmart switch to exclude it from the network.

Quick trouble shooting

Here are a few hints for network installation if things dont work as expected.

  1. Make sure a device is in factory reset state before including. In doubt exclude before include.
  2. If inclusion still fails, check if both devices use the same frequency.
  3. Remove all dead devices from associations. Otherwise you will see severe delays.
  4. Never use sleeping battery devices without a central controller.
  5. Dont poll FLIRS devices.
  6. 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 5 Z-Wave Plus Lifeline
2 5 Supports Basic Set and is controlled with the local load.
3 5 Supports Basic Set and is controlled by pressing the On or Off buttons.

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: Timeout Duration

0=Test(5S)1=1 minute5=5 minutes15=15 minutes30=30 minutes0xFF=Disable timeout
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 5

Setting Description
0 Test (5s)
1 1 minute
5 5 minutes
15 15 minutes
30 30 minutes
255 Disable timeout

Parameter 13: Motion Sensor Sensitivity

1High2Medium3Low
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

Setting Description
1 High
2 Medium
3 Low

Parameter 14: Enable/Disable Light Sensing

0disabled1enabled
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 Disabled
1 Enabled

Parameter 15: Reset Cycle

0disable110 secs220 secs330 secs445 secs11027 mins 15 secs(+15 seconds each adition, max.27 mins 15secs)
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 2

Setting Description
0 Disable
1 10 secs
2 20 secs
3 30 secs
4 45 secs
110 27 mins

Parameter 19: Exclusion Mode

0 = press any button on the switch1 = press and releaseX button, then press and releaseONbutton
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Normal exclusion
1 Alternate exclusion

Parameter 2: Change brightness of associated light bulb(s)

0xFF = last dimming level
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 255

Setting Description
0 - 99 Dim Level
255 Default

Parameter 3: Operation Mode

1Manual2Vacancy3Occupancy
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 3

Setting Description
1 Manual
2 Vacancy
3 Occupancy

Parameter 4: Enable/Disable Association Mode

0disabled1enabled5 devices max:Group 15 devices lifelineGroup 25 lighting devicesGroup 35 lighting devices
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 Disabled
1 Enabled

Parameter 5: Invert Switch

In a 3-way configuration, invert the connected Add-On Switch buttons0disabled1enabled
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Disabled
1 Enabled

Parameter 6: Enable/Disable Motion Sensor

0disabled1enabled
Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 Disable
1 Enable

Technical Data

Hardware Platform ZM5101
Device Type On/Off Power Switch
Network Operation Always On Slave
Firmware Version HW: 255 FW: 5.56
Z-Wave Version 6.51.06
Certification ID ZC10-16105294
Z-Wave Product Id 0x0063.0x494D.0x3032
Neutral Wire Required ok
Sensors Motion/No Motion (Binary)
Firmware Updatable Updatable by Consumer by RF
Frequency XXfrequency
Maximum transmission power XXantenna

Supported Command Classes

  • Association Grp Info
  • Association V2
  • Basic
  • Configuration
  • Crc 16 Encap
  • Device Reset Locally
  • Firmware Update Md V2
  • Manufacturer Specific V2
  • Multi Channel Association V3
  • Multi Channel V4
  • Notification V4
  • Powerlevel
  • Scene Activation
  • Scene Actuator Conf
  • Switch All
  • Switch Binary
  • Version V2
  • Zwaveplus Info V2

Controlled Command Classes

  • Basic

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.