Aeotec Z-Wave MultiSensor 6 User manual

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MultiSensor
Manual
Unlock the MultiSensor from its battery cover by twisting the
battery cover from the main unit in a counter-clockwise
motion and pulling the battery cover outward to separate the
main unit from the battery cover.
The following instructions have been designed to help you
install and get the best performance out of Aeotec’s Z-Wave
MultiSensor.
Powering The
MultiSensor.
The Aeotec MultiSensor has built-in battery level detection. It
will automatically report its battery level to the associated Z-
Wave gateway throughout its life until the battery is fully
drained and needs replacing. Most gateway user interfaces
will inform you of the battery status.
When used properly in an optimized Z-Wave network,
operation via battery can function for 12 months before
battery replacement.

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Insert 4 AAA batteries oriented according to the picture
located in the battery holder (with the negative end
depressing the battery spring).
Lock the MultiSensor main unit to it’s battery cover by
aligning the Lock/Unlock Half-Dimple Markers under the
“unlock” symbol and twisting the battery cover from the main
unit in a clockwise motion until the Lock/Unlock Half-Dimple
Markers form a circle under the “lock” symbol (a tangible
click will be felt).

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Tip
For networks that do not have a method to display the battery
level of the Aeotec MultiSensor, it is recommended that the
sensor be tested occasionally to ensure that the battery still
holdd enough charge to operate. Batteries naturally lose their
charge over time.
Motion Sensor Effective
Range.
Aeotec’s MultiSensor can be mounted to a wall or to a ceiling
– the effective range differs for each mounting.
When mounted to a ceiling;

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When mounted to a wall;
Weatherization
Orientation.
MultiSensor Physical
Installation Instructions.
There are 2 methods to physically mount the MultiSensor on
the wall or ceiling. It can be mounted flat against the wall via
the Back-Mount Plate or angled in a direction via the Back-
Mount Arm.

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Mounting the Multisensor flat against the ceiling via the back-
mount plate.
Mounting the Multisensor angled in a direction via the Back-
Mount Arm.
Note
The Back-Mount Arm may be locked in various angles by
turning the Friction Lock clockwise and counter-clockwise to
tighten or loosen (respectively) the angle of the arm.
Important: The MultiSensor is weatherized and can operate
outdoors in rain and snow. Placed outdoors where directly
exposed to rain and snow, the MultiSensor should be
oriented such that the Temperature/Humidity Sensor is facing
downward and positioned on the bottom of the unit – see the
Weatherization Orientation section for more information.

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Tip
For best performance, the MultiSensor should not be
mounted directly on or near metal framing or other large
metallic objects. Large metal objects may weaken the radio
signal transmitted.
Adjusting the Sensitivity
on the MultiSensor.
Turn the Sensitivity Knob in a clockwise direction to increase
sensitivity and counter-clockwise to decrease sensitivity.
Z-Wave Network
Instructions.
The Aeotec MultiSensor must be paired (included) into a Z-
Wave network before it can send Basic Set Command,
Temperature, Humidity, and Light level reports to association
group 1 which is setup via the Association Command class.
The MultiSensor can only communicate to devices within its

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Note
To include the MultiSensor with other controllers, please
consult the operation manual for these controllers on how to
include Z-Wave products into an existing network.
Press the button labeled “Include” on the Aeotec Minimote to
begin the Z-Wave inclusion process.
Press the Z-Wave button under the Battery Cover to begin
the Z-Wave pairing process.
own Z-Wave network.
Note: The LED on the MultiSensor will blink if it is currently
not paired into a Z-Wave network when pressing the Z-Wave
Button.
Adding/Including/Pairing the
MultiSensor into a Z-Wave
Network.

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Troubleshooting
If the MultiSensor was not successfully paired into any Z-
Wave network the LED on the MultiSensor will blink when
pressing the Z-Wave button. If the MultiSensor was
successfully paired into a Z-Wave network, the LED will stay
solid for a few seconds when pressing the Z-Wave button.
Press the button labeled “Remove” on the Aeotec Minimote
to begin the Z-Wave removal process.
Removing the MultiSensor from
your Z-Wave network

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Troubleshooting
If the MultiSensor was successfully removed from the Z-Wave
network, pressing the Z-Wave button will cause the LED to
blink. If the MultiSensor was not successfully removed from
the Z-Wave network the LED will stay solid for a few
seconds.
Monitoring Motion.
The MultiSensor can send Basic Set Command to
association group 1, which is setup via the Association
Command Class, when the MultiSensor detects motion to
control the associated devices to “OPEN” state. After 4
minutes by default, if the Motion Sensor is not triggered
again, the MultiSensor will send Basic Set Command to
these devices to control them to “CLOSE” state, but if the
Motion Sensor is triggered again in 4 minutes, the
MultiSensor will reset the timing, and start to timing again.
The 4 minutes delay time can be changed through the usage
of Z-Wave command built into Z-Wave certified
controllers/gateways. The specific Z-Wave command
supporting this function is Configuration Command Class.
Please consult the operation manual for these controllers /
gateways for specific instructions on setting the Multisensor.

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Important disclaimer.
This product uses radio to wirelessly communicate data
between itself and other devices. Radio communication is
inherently not always 100% reliable, and as such, this product
should not be used in situations in which life and/or valuables
are solely dependent on its function.
Monitoring Temperature,
Humidity and Luminance.
The Multisensor can report temperature, humidity, and
luminance to a Z-Wave gateway or controller when
requested. If this function is supported by the
gateway/controller, the data will be displayed in the user
interface of the gateway/controller. The specific Z-Wave
command supporting the monitoring is the Multilevel Sensor
Command Class and Multi Channel Command Class.
Automatic reports are sent to association group 1, which is
setup via the Association Command Class. Please consult
the operation manual for these gateways/controllers for
specific instructions on setting the Multisensor.
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