O P E R AT I N G MANUAL US FIBARO DIMMER 2 FGD-212 CONTENTS #1: Description and features #2: Supported loads #3: FIBARO Bypass 2 (FGB-002) #4: Installation #5: Adding/removing the device #6: Operating the device #7: Calibration #8: Power and energy consumption v1.
Important safety information ! Read this manual before attempting to install the device! Failure to observe recommendations included in this manual may be dangerous or cause a violation of the law. The manufacturer, Fibar Group S.A. will not be held responsible for any loss or damage resulting from not following the instructions of operating manual. Danger of electrocution! Dimmer 2 is designed to operate in electrical home installation. Faulty connection or use may result in fire or electric shock.
#1: Description and features Remotely controlled light dimming module is designed to work with various types of light sources. It may be connected to two-wire or three-wire configuration so it can operate with or without neutral lead. FIBARO Dimmer 2 can switch or dim connected light source either through radio waves or through the wall switch connected directly to it.
#2: Supported loads As a dimmer it operates under the following loads: • 120V operated conventional incandescent and halogen light sources • 12V operated ELV halogen lamps and dimmable LED bulbs (with electronic transformers) • 12V operated transformers) • dimmable LED bulbs • dimmable compact fluorescent CFL tube lamps • supported dimmable light sources (power factor > 0.
i NOTE Some types of the LED bulbs and compact fluorescent lamps are designed to work in leading edge operating mode. FIBARO Dimmer 2 uses different operating modes to control following types of loads: 1. „Trailing edge” for resistive loads (R) 2. „Trailing edge” for resistive-capacitive loads (RC) 3.
#3: FIBARO Bypass 2 (FGB-002) FIBARO Bypass 2 (FGB-002) is a device designed to work with FIBARO Dimmer 2 (FGD-212). It should be used in case of connecting LED bulbs or energy saving compact fluorescent lamps. FIBARO Bypass 2 prevents flickering of the LED lights and glowing of the turned off compact fluorescent lamps. In the case of 2-wire connection, FIBARO Bypass 2 allows to reduce minimum power of load required by the Dimmer 2 for correct operation.
#4: Installation Connecting the FIBARO Dimmer 2 in a manner inconsistent with manual may cause risk to health, life or material damage.
L n single switch double switch L n DIMMER B B i DIMMER Wiring diagram no. 1 - 2-wire connection L n single switch double switch L n DIMMER B B NOTE Switch connected to the S1 terminal is a master switch. It activates the basic functionality of the Dimmer 2 (turning the light on/off, dimming) and starts the learning mode (Add/Remove).
DIMMER i NOTE It is not recommended to install different types of wall switches (momentary, toggle, etc.) in a 3-way connection. 1 P 3 13 1 P2 P B 10 3 DIMMER B Wiring diagram no. 4 - 3-way switch connection Wiring diagram no. 5 - momentary wall switches connection i NOTE After switching on the mains voltage LED indicator will signal Z-Wave network inclusion state with a colour: GREEN - device added RED - device not added RED/GREEN ALTERNATELY- Z-Wave error 4.
#5: Adding/removing the device Adding (Inclusion) - Z-Wave device learning mode, allowing to add the device to existing Z-Wave network. To add the device to the Z-Wave network: 1. Place the Dimmer 2 within the direct range of your Z-Wave controller 2. Identify switch no. 1 (turns the light on) or the B-button (located on the device’s housing) 3. Set the main controller in (security/non-security) add mode (see the controller’s manual) 4. Quickly, three times press switch no. 1 or the B-button 5.
#6: Operating the device Controlling the Dimmer 2 using a switch: Momentary switch (after releasing the switch a spring automatically pushes back and disconnects the switch): • Turning the light ON/OFF: change the position of switch n o. 1. The Dimmer 2 will be activated always at previously set brightness level. • Brightening/dimming the light: hold switch no. 1 down. When the switch is held down, the Dimmer 2 will always reach the extreme value of 1% or 99%.
Controlling the Dimmer 2 using a command: ALL ON/ALL OFF in non-secure mode: The Dimmer 2 responds to commands ALL ON/ALL OFF that may be sent by the Z-Wave controller. ALL ON/ALL OFF commands are usually implemented in the remote controllers using Z-wave protocol, and they are used to issue commands directed to the entire system. By default, both commands ALL ON and ALL OFF are accepted. Settings may be changed by modifying the value of parameter 11 (see „Advanced parameters” on page 22).
MENU mode & visual indications: FIBARO Dimmer 2 has a MENU with each position indicated by the specified LED indicator colour. In order to enter the menu press the B-button and hold for at least 2 seconds.
#7: Calibration Dimmer 2 is equipped with an algorithm of smart light source detection. Depending on the connected type of light source, it automatically adjusts an optimal control mode (leading edge for inductive loads, trailing edge for capacitive or resistive loads). The procedure of learning the light source type is called calibration. Calibration automatically adjusts maximum and minimum light levels (parameter 1 and 2).
#8: Power and energy consumption ! CAUTION FIBARO Dimmer 2 in the 3-wire connection has the power and energy measurement function. In case of the 2-wire connection this function is available only for load of cosφ ≥ 0.99. In other cases power is estimated and can differ from actual power consumed by the device. FIBARO Dimmer 2 allows for the active power and energy consumption monitoring. Data is sent to the main Z-Wave controller, e.g. Home Center.
#9: Associations Association (linking devices) - direct control of other devices within the Z-Wave system network using the wall switch connected to the Dimmer 2. The association enables the Dimmer 2 to control directly a device included in Z-Wave network e.g. other Dimmer, Relay Switch, Roller Shutter or scene (may be controlled only through a Z-Wave controller). The Dimmer 2 provides the association of five groups: 1st Association Group „Lifeline” reports state of the device.
#10: Z-Wave range test ! CAUTION To make Z-Wave range test possible, the device must be added to the Z-Wave controller. Testing may stress the network, so it is recommended to perform the test only in special cases. FIBARO Dimmer 2 has a built in Z-Wave network main controller’s range tester. Follow the below instructions to test the main controller’s range: 1. Press and hold the B-button until the visual indicator glows violet 2. Release the B-button 3. Press the B-button again, briefly 4.
#11: Error modes Description of error messages of the Dimmer 2 Events result from installation flaws, faulty light source operation or incorrect manual changes in advanced configuration. The device may stop responding to user’s commands and actions, leaving the light source off. Message with information about the type of error is sent by default (using Z-Wave network). i NOTE Pressing any of the connected switches or changing state of the device using the controller will exit error mode.
D) OVERCURRENT ERROR Appearing of an error may also be the result of rapid powering on the load. It may also occur if the soft-start functionality is disabled (parameter 34 set to 0) or as a result of the short circuit. If parameter 37 is set to 1, the device will automatically try to turn on again. I f described error has been caused by the rapid powering on the load, then FIBARO Dimmer 2 will return to normal operation after reenabling.
#12: Additional functionality Software update Dimmer 2 features remote software update (initiated by the main controller).
#13: Advanced parameters Dimmer 2 allows to customize its operation to user’s needs. The settings are available in the FIBARO interface as simple options that may be chosen by selecting the appropriate box. In order to configure FIBARO Dimmer 2 (using the Home Center controller): 1. Go to the device options by clicking the icon: 2. Select the „Advanced” tab ! CAUTION The maximum brightness level (parameter 2) must be greater than the minimum brightness level (parameter 1).
5. Automatic control - dimming step size This parameter defines the percentage value of dimming step during the automatic control. Available settings: 1-99 - dimming step percentage value Default setting: 1 Parameter size: 1 [byte] 6. Automatic control - time of a dimming step This parameter defines the time of single dimming step set in parameter 5 during the automatic control. Available settings: 0-255 (0-2.
11. ALL ON/ALL OFF function Parameter allows for activation/deactivation of Z-Wave commands enabling/disabling all devices located in direct range of the main controller. Available settings: 0 - ALL ON not active, ALL OFF not active 1 - ALL ON not active, ALL OFF active 2 - ALL ON active, ALL OFF not active Default setting: 255 - ALL ON active, ALL OFF active 255 Parameter size: 2 [bytes] 13. Force auto-calibration Changing value of this parameter will force the calibration process.
Available settings: 0 - detection of a burnt out bulb disabled Default setting: 1-255 - delay time in seconds 5 Parameter size: 2 [bytes] 19. Forced switch on brightness level If the parameter is active, switching on the Dimmer 2 (S1 single click) will always set this brightness level. Available settings: 0 - function disabled Default setting: 1-99 - percentage level of brightness 0 Parameter size: 1 [byte] GROUP 20 - Dimmer 2 operation - Switches 20.
23. Double click option - set the brightness level to MAX Available settings: 0 - double click disabled Default setting: i NOTE Parameter 24 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associations on switching ON or OFF the Dimmer 2 (single click) will not be sent. 1 - double click enabled 1 Parameter size: 1 [byte] 24. Command frames sent in 2nd and 3rd association groups (S1 associations) Parameter determines, which actions will not result in sending frames to association groups.
Available settings: 0 - all groups (II-V) sent as non-secure 1 - 2nd group sent as secure 4 - 4th group sent as secure 8 - 5th group sent as secure 15 - all groups (II-V) sent as secure 15 Parameter size: 1 [byte] 28. Scene activation functionality i SCENE ID depends on the switch type configurations. Available settings: 0 - functionality deactivated Default setting: NOTE Parameter 27 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that 2nd & 3rd group are sent as secure.
! CAUTION Modifications of parameters in GROUP 30 should be performed only by a qualified installer. GROUP 30 - Dimmer 2 operation - Advanced functionality 30. Load control mode This parameter allows to set the desired load control mode. The device automatically adjusts correct control mode, but the installer may force its change using this parameter. Forced auto-calibration will set this parameter’s value to 2.
35. Auto-calibration after power on This parameter determines the trigger of auto-calibration procedure, e.g. power on, load error, etc.
GROUP 40 - Dimmer 2 operation - Alarms 40. Response to General Purpose Alarm Available settings: 0 - No reaction 1 - Turn on the load 2 - Turn off the load Default setting: 3 - Load blinking 3 Parameter size: 1 [byte] 41. Response to Water Flooding Alarm Available settings: 0 - No reaction 1 - Turn on the load 2 - Turn off the load Default setting: 3 - Load blinking 2 Parameter size: 1 [byte] 42.
46. LOAD ERROR alarm report (no load, load failure, burnt out bulb) Available settings: 0 - No reaction Default setting: 1 - Send an alarm frame 1 Parameter size: 1 [byte] 47. OVERCURRENT alarm report (short circuit, burnt out bulb causing overcurrent) Available settings: 0 - No reaction Default setting: 1 - Send an alarm frame 1 Parameter size: 1 [byte] 48.
53. Energy reports Energy level change which will result in sending a new energy report. Available settings: 0 - energy reports disabled Default setting: 1-255 (0.01-2.55 kWh) - report triggering threshold 10 (0.1 kWh) Parameter size: 2 [bytes] 54. Self-measurement The Dimmer 2 may include active power and energy consumed by itself in reports sent to the main controller. Available settings: 0 - Self-measurement inactive Default setting: i NOTE Parameter 58 is set to 0 after forced auto-calibration.
#14: Specifications Power supply: 120VAC 60 Hz Power consumption: < 1.3W Operational temperature: 32-95°F (0-35°C) Dimensions (L x W x H): 1.67 x 1.5 x 0.8 inch (42.5 x 38.25 x 20.3 mm) For installation in boxes: Ø ≥ 2 inches (Ø ≥ 50mm) Operational current: 0.25-1.
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