Installation Guide Home Network System Window/Door Sensor Model No. KX-HNS101E Thank you for purchasing a Panasonic product. This document explains how to install the window/door sensor properly. For details about how to use the system, refer to the User’s Guide (page 19). Please read this document before using the unit and save it for future reference. For dedicated help, support, or advice, available to help you Monday Friday, 09:00 - 23:00. For U.K.
Table of Contents Introduction Accessory information ...............3 General information ...................4 Important Information About this system ......................5 For your safety ...........................5 Important safety instructions ......6 For best performance ................6 Other information .......................7 Setup Part names and functions ..........9 LED indicator .............................9 Setup overview ..........................9 Inserting the battery ................
Introduction Accessory information Supplied accessories No. Accessory item/Part number A Battery*1 1 B Mounting screws (20 mm)*2/XMM38+20VW 4 C Mounting double-sided tapes*3 3 *1 *2 *3 Quantity When replacing the battery, see “Power source” of “Specifications”, page 20 for battery information.
Introduction Direct Sales at Panasonic U.K. R Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm (Excluding public holidays). R Go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas-europe.com R Most major credit and debit cards accepted. R All enquiries transactions and distribution facilities are provided directly by Panasonic U.K.
Important Information About this system R This system is an auxiliary system; it is not designed to provide complete protection from property loss. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the event that property loss occurs while this system is in operation. R The system’s wireless features are subject to interference, therefore functionality in all situations cannot be guaranteed.
Important Information R If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with water. R If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub your eyes. Rinse your eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor. CAUTION General information R Do not place magnetic cards or similar objects near the sensor unit and magnet unit. Magnetic data on the cards, etc. may be deleted. CR Lithium battery R Use only the battery noted on page 3.
Important Information – away from electronic appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers, wireless devices, or other phones. – facing away from radio frequency transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid putting the hub on a bay window or near a window.) R If the reception for a hub location is not satisfactory, move the hub to another location for better reception. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Important Information Note for the battery symbol This symbol (B) might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved. Note for the battery removal procedure Refer to “Inserting the battery” on page 10. 8 Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0330 3331112 Ireland 01 4475228 HNS101E_(en_en)_0421_ver.060.
Setup Part names and functions n Sensor unit LED indicator n Magnet unit A D E E You can press M N and check the LED indicator to confirm the sensor’s status. Indicator Status Green, lit Window/door is closed Red, lit Window/door is open Red, blinking Sensor is out of range of the hub Green, blinking Registration mode (You pressed and held N) M Off No battery power Note: R The LED indicator does not indicate sensor status if the sensor has not been registered (page 11).
Setup desired installation area is suitable to proper operation. Temporary placement Temporarily place the window/ door sensor in the desired location and confirm that it operates properly (page 13). Installation Install the window/door sensor on the same position where proper operation was confirmed (page 16). 5 6 2 Insert the battery. 3 Attach the sensor unit cover. Inserting the battery R USE ONLY a CR2 Lithium battery. R Confirm the polarities ( , ). 1 Remove the sensor unit cover.
Setup Registering the window/door sensor devices and group them by location. For more information, refer to the User’s Guide (page 19). This procedure is not required for devices that were included as part of a bundle. Changing the sensor type Before you can use the window/door sensor, it must be registered to the hub. If you purchased devices separately (i.e., not as part of a bundle), you must register each device to the hub.
Setup Wireless communication range The wireless communication range of each device in the system from the hub is approximately 50 m indoors and approximately 300 m outdoors. Wireless communication may be unreliable when the following obstacles are located between the hub and other devices.
Setup Temporary placement Before installing the window/door sensor, temporarily place it in the desired location and confirm that it operates properly by pressing M N. Important: R Attach the sensor unit to the window frame or door frame, and attach the magnet unit to the window or door. R The window/door sensor will not operate properly if the “ ” marks are too far apart or are not pointing toward each other. R Attach both units so that the “ ” marks point toward each other and are within 25.
Setup Example 1: Installed on the left side of a window Correct A 1 B Green 1 “ ” marks point directly at each other and are within 25.4 mm of each other. Result: When you press M N (A), the LED indicator lights in green (B). Incorrect 2 3 4 A B Red 2 “ ” marks are aligned but units are too far apart. 3 “ ” marks are aligned but window frame is too thick; units are too far apart. 4 “ ” marks are not aligned. Magnet unit is too high.
Setup Example 2: Installed on the right side of a window Correct 1 A B Green 1 “ ” marks point directly at each other and are within 25.4 mm of each other. Result: When you press M N (A), the LED indicator lights in green (B). Incorrect 4 3 2 A B Red 2 “ ” marks are aligned but units are too far apart. 3 “ ” marks are aligned but window frame is too thick; units are too far apart. 4 “ ” marks are not aligned. Magnet unit is too high.
Setup Installation Install the window/door sensor in the same position where proper operation was confirmed (page 13). You can install the window/door sensor using screws or double-sided tape, depending on your preference or the material of the installation area. Note: R When installing, make sure the battery is inserted properly and the sensor unit cover is completely closed. R Use screws when installing on a wooden surface. Do not use double-sided tape.
Setup 2 Sensor unit: Attach the sensor unit. 1 Screws 2 86.2 mm Magnet unit: Attach the magnet unit. 3 Screws 4 24.4 mm 1 3 4 2 3 1 3 5 Attach the covers. Important: R 5 Align the “ ” marks on the sensor unit and the magnet unit so that they point directly at each other and are no more than 25.4 mm apart. Helpline Tel. No.: U.K. 0330 3331112 Ireland 01 4475228 HNS101E_(en_en)_0421_ver.060.
Setup Securing with double-sided tape Note: R Make sure the surfaces of the sensor unit, magnet unit, and the installation area are clean and dry before applying double-sided tape. 1 2 Check that the sensor unit cover and magnet unit cover are attached. Affix double-sided tape to the sensor unit and magnet unit. R Make sure the tape covers the screw holes on the back of each unit. 5 3 Install the sensor unit and magnet unit.
Appendix Testing the window/ door sensor You can check the window/door sensor’s LED indicator and test the performance of the window/door sensor. 1 Remove the sensor unit cover. 2 3 4 Press M N on the sensor unit. Open and close the window or door several times. R Make sure that the LED indicator lights in green when you close the window or door. Press M N again. Note: R If the LED indicator lights in red when the window or door is closed, the window/door sensor is not installed properly.
Appendix Specifications R Standards DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications) R Frequency range DECT: 1.88 GHz – 1.90 GHz R RF transmission power Approx. 10 mW (average power per channel) R Power source Lithium battery CR2 (1 ´ 3.0 V, 850 mAh) R Operating conditions -10 °C – 40 °C R Battery life Up to 2 years (when window/door is opened and closed 10 times a day, in an environment of 25 °C) when using a 3.0 V, 850 mAh battery.
Appendix Conditions of guarantee This guarantee is in addition to and does not in any way affect any statutory or other rights of consumer purchasers. If within the applicable guarantee period, the product proves to be defective by reason of faulty design, workmanship or materials, we undertake subject to the following conditions to have the defective product (or any part or parts there of) repaired or replaced free of charge. 1. The product shall have been purchased and used solely within either the U.K.
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IMPORTANT! If your product is not working properly. . . 1 Use CR2 lithium battery. 2 Use the Home Network app to access the User’s Guide and refer to the Troubleshooting section. If you still have any problems, please call the Helpline 0330 3331112 (U.K.) 01 4475228 (Ireland) or contact us through our website: www.panasonic.co.
