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.

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 NumberMaximum NodesDescription

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

SettingDescription

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

SettingDescription

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

SettingDescription

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
Firmware Updatable	Not Updatable
Color	White
Outdoor Use	ok
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.