RADEMACHER DuoFern 9494-1 User manual

VBD 663-2-1 (12.20)
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DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-1
Instruction manual for the electrical connection and for commissioning
Item no. 3250 19 74 / Type: 9494 -1 (surface-mounted with battery)

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Dear Customer,
With your purchase of a DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller, you
have chosen a quality product manufactured by RADEMACHER.
Thank you for the trust you have placed in us.
RADEMACHER products have been developed with the greatest
possible convenience in mind. Having applied uncompromising
quality standards and thorough testing, we are proud to be able
to present this innovative product to you.
It’s brought to you by all the highly-
qualified personnel here at RADEMACHER.

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Contents
i Dear Customer, ...................................................................2
1. This manual... ......................................................................5
1.1 How to use this manual .....................................................................5
2. Hazard symbols ..................................................................6
2.1 Levels of danger and signal words.................................................6
2.2 Symbols and depictions used..........................................................7
2.3 Glossary - definition ............................................................................7
3. Included in delivery ...........................................................8
4. Front view of the operating unit .....................................9
5. Product description ........................................................ 10
5.1 Button functions................................................................................ 11
5.2 Button combinations....................................................................... 12
6. Technical specifications ................................................. 13
7. Safety instructions .......................................................... 14
7.1 Intended use ....................................................................................... 14
7.2 Improper use....................................................................................... 15
7.3 Required expert knowledge of the installer............................ 15
8. Installation........................................................................ 16
8.1 Printing the label insert................................................................... 16
8.2 Selecting the suitable installation location ............................. 17
8.3 Installation of the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller............ 18
9. Commissioning................................................................ 20
9.1 Logging on DuoFern Devices ....................................................... 21
9.2 Logging off DuoFern devices........................................................ 23
9.3 Logging on to the HomePilot® ..................................................... 24
9.4 Clearing up the DuoFern network .............................................. 26
10. Activating the jog mode ................................................ 27
10.1 Operation in jog mode.................................................................... 28

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11. Changing the direction of rotation.............................. 29
12. Changing the battery ..................................................... 30
13. Erase all settings, software reset.................................. 31
14. Dismantling...................................................................... 31
15. Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity.................... 32
16. Warranty Terms and Conditions................................... 33
17. Cut out label insert.......................................................... 35

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1. This manual...
...describes the installation, commissioning and operation of
your DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-1.
1.1 How to use this manual
◆Before you begin, please read this manual through
completely and follow all the safety instructions.
◆Please also read the instruction manuals of the logged on
DuoFern devices as well as of the respective connected
appliance.
◆This manual is part of the product. Please store it in an
easily accessible place.
◆When passing the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller on to
a third party, this manual must be passed on as well.
◆Damage resulting from non-compliance with these
instructions and safety instructions will void the warranty.
We assume no liability for any consequential damage.
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2. Hazard symbols
The following hazard symbols are used in this instruction
manual:
Danger of fatal electric shock
Danger area / dangerous situation
2.1 Levels of danger and signal words
DANGER!
This hazard will lead to serious injury or death if not avoided.
WARNING!WARNING!
This hazard may result in serious injury or death if not avoided.
CAUTION!
This hazard may result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
ATTENTION!
This hazard may lead to property damage.
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2.2 Symbols and depictions used
Depiction Description
1. Procedures
2.
◆Itemisation
1) or a) Lists
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further useful information
Please read the respective manual.
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2.3 Glossary - definition
DuoFern
◆RADEMACHER radio technology for controlling compatible
products.
HomePilot®
◆The HomePilot® is a central controller unit for RADEMACHER
radio products.

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3. Included in delivery
a)
b)
d)
a) 1 x Operating unit (50 x 50 mm) with removable cover panel
for the label insert
b) 1 x Spacer frame
c) 1 x Frame
d) 1 x Wall bracket
e) 1 x Battery (type: CR2450 / Li-Mn)
Not illustrated
f) 1 x double-sided adhesive strip
g) 1 x Label insert, see page 16.
h) 1 x Instruction manual
After unpacking please check and compare...
... the contents of the package with those specified above.
e)
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c)

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4. Front view of the operating unit
Symbol Description
T1 to T6 Buttons 1 to 6
LED 1 to LED 6 Each button has a red/green LED
T6
T2
T4
T5
T1
T3
LED 1/3/5 LED 2/4/6

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5. Product description
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Function
The DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller serves to log on and control
various DuoFern devices. The six operating buttons can be used
to transmit the desired commands to the logged on DuoFern
devices. Six two-tone LEDs (red/green) provide information on
the respective status of the operation.
Max. number of DuoFern devices
A maximum of 8 DuoFern devices can be logged on per button
group. When logging on, the individual DuoFern devices are
automatically detected and recognised by the DuoFern Multiple
Wall Controller.
Jog mode
To control Venetian blinds with slats, the DuoFern Multiple Wall
Controller can be switched to jog mode.

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Controller Design Function
Activate or deactivate
the light or appliance 1 x tap ON OFF
Control roller shutters /
Venetian blinds
1 x tap UP DOWN
tap again STOP STOP
Roller shutters /
Venetian blinds in
jog mode
1 x tap briefly UP briefly DOWN
1 x long UP DOWN
tap again STOP STOP
Dim light or save
interim values
1 x tap 0 to 100 % 100 % to 0
2 x tap go directly to
100 % go directly to 0
1 x tap in opposite
direction e.g. save 75 % e.g. save 45 %
Press and hold 0 to 100 % 100 % to 0
release e.g. save 75 % e.g. save 45 %
5.1 Button functions
T1 T2
T3 T4
T5 T6
0 %
100 %

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5.2 Button combinations
Activate the log-on mode,
see page 21.
Activate the log-off mode,
see page 23.
Clear the DuoFern
network, see page 26.
Activate the jog mode,
see page 27.
Software reset,
see page 31.
1 sec.
1 sec.
5 sec. 1 sec.
Activate the reversal of
rotation direction mode,
see page 29.
1 sec.
5 sec.

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6. Technical specifications
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General information
Nominal voltage: 3 V (DC)
Battery type: 1 x CR2450
Battery life:
2 years, with four switching
processes per day. *
* Depending on the number of
DuoFern devices logged on.
Permissible ambient
temperature: 0 to 40 °C
Protection class: II (only for use in dry rooms)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 50 x 50 x 12 mm (operating unit)
DuoFern radio technology
Transmission frequency: 434.5 MHz
Transmission power: max. 10 mW
Range:
indoors: approx. 30 m *
outdoors: approx. 100 m
* depending on the building structure
Max. number of DuoFern
devices:
8 per button group
24 in total
Factory settings
DuoFern devices: none
Jog mode: deactivated, for all groups

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The use of defective equipment can lead to personal injury
and damage to property.
◆Never use defective or damaged equipment.
◆Check that the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller is intact.
◆Consult our customer service department in the event that
you discover damage, see page 36.
Danger to life from acid burns
◆Keep children away from new and used batteries. If a battery
has been swallowed, medical assistance must be requested
immediately.
◆In case of contact with the skin, eyes or mucous membranes,
there is a risk of burns from the battery acid,
◆Take leaking batteries out of the device immediately, see
page 30.
7. Safety instructions
7.1 Intended use
Only use the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller to log on and
control DuoFern devices.
Operating conditions
◆The associated tubular motor must be fitted with a
mechanical or electronic end position switch.
◆Only use the DuoFern Wall Controller in dry rooms.
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◆The installation and operation of the radio systems is only
permitted for those systems and devices where a malfunction
in the transmitter or receiver would not cause a danger to
personnel or property or where this risk is already covered
by other safety equipment.
7.1 Intended use
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The installation and commissioning of the DuoFern Multiple
Wall Controller must only be carried out in accordance with the
instructions in this manual.
7.3 Required expert knowledge of the installer
7.2 Improper use
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Using the DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller for any other purpose
than previously mentioned is not permissible.
Improper use can lead to serious injuries or property
damage.
Never use the radio system (e.g. DuoFern radio system) and its
components for the remote control of appliances and systems
with increased safety-relevant requirements or where there
is an accident risk. Such applications require additional safety
equipment. Observe the respective statutory regulations for the
installation of such systems.

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8. Installation
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8.1 Printing the label insert
1. The provided label insert can be printed with the application
specified by you. Please only use a laser printer for printing. *
2. Lift the transparent cover panel from the operating panel and
insert the printed paper into the cover panel. Next, press the
cover panel on to the operating unit until it locks in place.
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Templates can be found on our website: here,
individual label inserts can be created and printed.
www.rademacher.de
* Should you have no access to a laser printer, please
alternatively use standard printing paper for the label insert.

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8.2 Selecting the suitable installation location
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Avoid installation near disturbing sources
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Radio systems that transmit on the same frequency
can cause interference.
◆Do not install the DuoFern Multiple Wall
Controller in the proximity of powerful radio
systems.
◆In order to ensure optimal operation, the DuoFern
Multiple Wall Controller should not be installed
on a metallic base or near metal objects.
Do not install the device above a height of 2 m.

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8.3 Installation of the DuoFern Multiple Wall
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The DuoFern Multiple Wall Controller 9494-1 is intended for sur-
face-mounting. The supplied wall bracket can be screwed in place
or stuck to the wall.
1. Select and mark the desired installation position.
2. Pull the protective film from the adhesive strip provided and
stick it on the back of the wall bracket.
3. Remove the second protective film and firmly press the wall
bracket with the adhesive strip on to the wall.
If you wish to screw the wall bracket on, you will need to drill the
according installation holes and use appropriate wall plugs and
screws.
Adhesive strip
Screws not included in the scope
of delivery.

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4. Carefully pull the separating film from the battery compartment.
8.3 Installation of the DuoFern Multiple Wall
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5. Press the space frame onto the operating unit from the back.
6. Finally, press the operating unit and the frame on to the wall
bracket so that the frame lies flush with the wall.

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9. Commissioning
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Information for logging on DuoFern devices
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Only DuoFern devices or devices within the same
class/category can be allocated to a specific button
group.
When logging on, the individual DuoFern devices
are automatically detected by the DuoFern Multiple
Wall Controller, and the available button groups are
displayed.
Please read the instruction manual for the respective
DuoFern device.
Max. number of DuoFern devices
You can log a maximum of 8 DuoFern devices on to each button
group.