Eurotronic

Comet Z-Wave

SKU: EURECOMET

ZWave+ Security V2

Quickstart

This is a secure Z-Wave Device for Europe. To run this device please insert fresh 2 * AA batteries. Please make sure the internal battery is fully charged. To add this device to your network execute the following action:
1. Insert the Batteries
2. If “PA” is not displayed, press both buttons, until “PA” apppears.
3. Counter counts down from 99.
4. Inclusion successful. Received Node ID is displayed.



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

Comet Z-Wave is a Z-Wave radio standard compatible energy-saving radiator thermostat.

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 hold the button in the battery compartment of your Comet Z-Wave for at least 10 seconds.
From the 5th second on, a counter will run on the thermostat’s display. Keep the button pressed until the 10 appears on your Comet Z-Wave.
Then “PA” will be shown again on the display and the controller will be in teach-in mode

Safety Warning for Batteries

The product contains batteries. Please remove the batteries when the device is not used. Do not mix batteries of different charging level or different brands.

Installation

Batteries

1. Remove the battery cover

2. Now insert the batteries. Pay attention to the correct polarity! Do not use rechargeable batteries!
3. Reattach the battery cover to the Comet Z-Wave by pressing it on until it clicks.
In case of a later battery change, the configuration of your Comet Z-Wave will be preserved.


Mounting

After adding (inclusion), the LED display shows an animation and the thermostat moves to the mounting position. Subsequently, the LED display shows “Ad”.
Follow the mounting steps below:
1. Unscrew old thermostatic head completely, loosen fastening and pull it off the valve.
2. If necessary, select a suitable adapter and mount it on the valve.
3. Screw the thermostat onto the valve or adapter by turning the union nut clockwise.



Adaptation

1. When "Ad" is shown in the display, press and hold up and down key together for 3 seconds, to start adaptation.
2. When the operation is finished, the temperature 21° is displayed.

NOTE:
If a new adaptation is required later, remove the batteries from the device and reinsert the batteries. 
Ad” then appears on the LED display. Now start the adaptation by simultaneously holding down both keys for 3 seconds.

Dismounting
Remove the Comet Z-Wave from the network before disassembling the device. To do this, please put your Z-Wave controller in the removal mode (Exclusion).
Then press and hold the button in the battery compartment for 5 seconds
The LED display shows Node ID 0 if the removal was successful and the valve tappet moves into mounting position.
Wait until the display shows “PA”. Now unscrew the union nut counterclockwise and remove it from the Comet Z-Wave valve.

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. Insert the Batteries
2. If “PA” is not displayed, press both buttons, until “PA” apppears.
3. Counter counts down from 99.
4. Inclusion successful. Received Node ID is displayed.

Exclusion

1. Open battery compartment
2. Press key in battery compartment for 5 seconds.
3. Radio symbol flashes during exclusion mode "LE".
4. Countdown starts from 99 to 0
5. If you see "0", exclusion is successful

Product Usage

Buttons


Display


Setting the target Temperature
- The set temperature is changed via the up and down button.
- The local change of the setpoint temperature puts the Comet Z-Wave in heating mode.
- The setpoint temperature of the setback mode can only be adjusted by radio.
- The input range of the set temperature is 8°- 28°C.
- If the temperature is increased or decreased beyond this, the Comet Z-Wave will switch to boost or off mode.

Child protect / Key lock
- The child lock can be switched on and also switched off again by simultaneously holding down the up and down button for 3 seconds, when the display is off.
- If the Comet Z-Wave is set to the highest protection level by radio, local operation is no longer possible. The child safety lock can then also no longer be removed locally.

Changing Operation Mode

OFF-Mode
Press the key down as long as “--” is displayed on your thermostat.
Heating-Mode
If the device is not in the heating-mode, change the temperature by using keys, between 8 to 28 degrees.
Boost-Mode
If your device is not in the Boost-mode, keep the up key pressed, until the device displays “ON”

Window open detection
 
- If the temperature drops abruptly, the window open mode is activated. The Comet Z-Wave will switch to off mode for 10 minutes. The window-open mode is automatically exited after 10 minutes and the previously active mode is restored.
- In Manufacturer Specific Mode, the window-open detection is not executed. 
- The sensitivity of the window open detection can be configured.

Troubleshooting

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 1 Lifeline

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: LCD invert


Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 normal
1 mirrored

Parameter 2: LCD Timeout


Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 5

Setting Description
5 - 30 Timeout in seconds

Parameter 4: Battery status


Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
0 Only by battery event
1 Daily

Parameter 5: Actual-Temperature


Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 5

Setting Description
0 disabled
1 - 50 0.1°C - 5.0°C

Parameter 7: Window-open detection


Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 1

Setting Description
0 Deactivated
1 low sensitivity
2 medium sensitivity
3 high sensitivity

Parameter 8: Actual-Temperature- Offset


Size: 1 Byte, Default Value: 0

Setting Description
-50 - 50 -5,0°C - (+) 5,0°C

Technical Data

Dimensions 0.0620000x0.0670000x0.0800000 mm
Weight 111 gr
Hardware Platform ZG310
EAN 4260012712421
IP Class IP IP20
Battery Type 2 * AA
Firmware Version 0b.1a
Z-Wave Version 07.0f
Z-Wave Product Id 0x0148.0x0004.0x0003
Frequency Europe - 868,4 Mhz
Maximum transmission power 5 mW

Supported Command Classes

  • Basic
  • Switch Multilevel
  • Sensor Multilevel
  • Thermostat Mode
  • Thermostat Setpoint
  • Transport Service
  • Association Grp Info
  • Device Reset Locally
  • Zwaveplus Info
  • Supervision
  • Configuration
  • Alarm
  • Manufacturer Specific
  • Powerlevel
  • Protection
  • Firmware Update Md
  • Battery
  • Association
  • Version
  • Security
  • Security 2
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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.