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Actiontec zControl User Manual Actiontec zControl User Manual Table of Contents Introduction
....................................................................................................... 4 Accessing the User Interface (UI)
...................................................................... 5 UPnP Configuration
......................................................................................................... 5 Alternate Methods for Accessing the zControl UI
.......................................................... 6 Basic UI Features
................................................................................................ 7 Home
.................................................................................................................................. 7 Login
.................................................................................................................................. 7 Settings
............................................................................................................................... 7 Devices
............................................................................................................................... 7 Rooms
................................................................................................................................ 8 Scenes
................................................................................................................................. 8 Schedules
........................................................................................................................... 8 Monitor
.............................................................................................................................. 8 Dashboard
......................................................................................................................... 8 Remotely Accessing the UI
................................................................................. 9 Remote Access From a Computer
..................................................................................... 9 Remote Access From a Mobile Device
.............................................................................. 9 Installing Z-Wave Devices
............................................................................... 11 Installing Home Monitoring Devices
............................................................. 12 Installing Motion Detectors
........................................................................................... 12 Installing UPnP Cameras
................................................................................................ 13 Installing Non-UPnP Cameras
....................................................................................... 14 2 Actiontec zControl User Manual Advanced UI Features
...................................................................................... 15 Device Management
........................................................................................................ 15 Rooms, Scenes, and Schedules
........................................................................................ 15 Monitoring
....................................................................................................................... 18 Triggers
............................................................................................................................. 19 Controlling Multiple zControls
...................................................................................... 19 Additional Suggestions
.................................................................................... 21 Regulatory Compliance Notices
...................................................................... 22 Class B Equipment
........................................................................................................... 22 Modifications
................................................................................................................... 22 3 Actiontec zControl User Manual 1 Introduction This manual will guide the user through the setup of the Actiontec zControl, our new home monitoring and home control system. Make sure to read all instructions before proceeding with the installation. This manual assumes all of the instructions in the Quick Start Guide have been completed. If not, get the Quick Start Guide and follow the instructions. Theses steps should be completed before proceeding:
Online registration with the Portal Server has been completed and zControl has zControl is powered up and connected to the local network. been activated. 4 Actiontec zControl User Manual 2 Accessing the User Interface (UI) UPnP Configuration Once zControl is turned on and connected to the network, it should appear automatically as a UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) device. To confirm that UPnP is enabled in the computer, select My Network Places via the Start menu or click the associated icon on the desktop. If the text in the left panel reads Show icons for networked UPnP devices (circled in the figure below), click to activate. 5 Actiontec zControl User Manual With UPnP is enabled, zControl will show up in the list as zControl ZCHAV1
(circled below):
Double-click zControl ZCHAV1 to access the user interface (UI). The computers default web browser launches and displays the zControl UI. Bookmark this page in the browser to speed up access to the zControl UI in the future. Alternate Methods for Accessing the zControl UI In addition to the list of UPnP devices, the UI can be accessed two other ways:
Go to http://www.digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl and enter the login name and password. Use this method to access the UI from any computer and many mobile devices (see page 9 for more information about remote access). Obtain zControls IP address from the routers list of attached devices. Then, enter the IP address into the browsers address bar to access the UI from any computer on the network. 6 Actiontec zControl User Manual 3 Basic UI Features This chapter familiarizes the user with the basic features and elements of the UI. Home This is the screen that appears when the UI is first opened. Login In the bottom right corner of the Home screen are two icons. The Login icon
(see figure on the left) prompts the user to enter the PIN (or to initially set up the PIN, if it hasnt yet been set). Entering the correct PIN activates Administrator Mode, which allows the user to access many of the UIs advanced features.. Settings Next to the Login icon is the Settings icon (see figure on the left). Clicking it allows the user to select the UIs language, and to select whether to use Celsius or Fahrenheit for temperature displays. Clicking Settings while in Administrator Mode allows the user to make additional changes. Devices Near the top of the Home screen is a row of six icons. The first one on the left is the Devices icon. Clicking on it generates a list of all of the devices zControl has discovered. 7 Actiontec zControl User Manual Rooms Next is the Rooms icon. After a few devices have been configured and discovered, clicking Rooms will allow the user to organize those devices into groups according to their locations. For more information, see page 15. Scenes The next icon is Scenes. Scenes is an advanced feature which allows the user to control groups of rooms and devices simultaneously. For more information, see page 16. Schedules The Schedules icon is next. Like the lists of devices, rooms, and scenes, the list of schedules is initially empty. Schedules allows the user to automate home control. For instance, zControl can automatically turn on the lights in the living room at 6 oclock every evening. For more information, see page 17. Monitor After Schedules is the Monitor icon. After installing one or more cameras, clicking Monitor allows the user to view and control the camera(s), cycle through camera displays, and create, watch, and delete recordings. Dashboard The last icon is Dashboard. Dashboard allows the user to view and control Devices, Rooms, Scenes, and Schedules on a single screen. In addition, the Messages window is displayed here. The Messages window displays changes in the status of zControl, as well as attached devices. 8 Actiontec zControl User Manual 4 Remotely Accessing the UI This chapter covers accessing zControl from remote locations, using either computers or mobile devices such as cell phones. Remote Access From a Computer To access zControl from any computer, open a browser window and enter http://www.digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl in the Address bar. A prompt appears, asking for the login name and password. Once logged in, everything is exactly the same as the UI accessed through the list of UPnP devices. Remote Access From a Mobile Device The following sections explain how to access zControl from a mobile device. Downloading the UI to a Mobile Device Any smartphone running the Windows Mobile operating system can access the UI. To set up the UI on a smartphone:
1. Open a browser on the smartphone and go to http://www.digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl. Note: If the cell phone number was not entered when registering online, do it now to download the UI onto the smartphone. Click Edit Personal Info and enter the number into the Cell phone: field, then click Update. 2. Select the Products tab. Click the radio button for zControl, then click Get Mobile UI. Click OK when asked for permission to send an SMS to the cell phone number entered earlier. 3. When the SMS is received (this may take several minutes), it will contain a link. Open the link on the smartphone and automatically download the UI. It will also download Adobe Flash Lite if it is not installed already. Confirm the installations, if prompted. 4. Whenever a mobile UI upgrade is available, the smartphone will receive another SMS with a link. Open the link to upgrade the UI automatically. 9 Actiontec zControl User Manual Using the Mobile UI After downloading the UI, a Hydrogen icon is added automatically to the smartphoness main screen. Clicking the icon activates the mobile UI, and a prompt appears, asking for the login name and password. The mobile UI has a similar look and feel to the regular UI. It can perform nearly all of the same functions. These include:
Viewing and controlling Devices and Rooms Viewing and running Scenes Viewing Schedules Changing Settings and managing Messages 10 Actiontec zControl User Manual 5 Installing Z-Wave Devices There are many different kinds of Z-Wave devices, including lamp modules, thermostats, motion detectors, blinds/shades, fans, and appliance modules. To install a Z-Wave device:
1. Plug in the Z-Wave device within three feet of zControl. 2. Press the Z-Wave button on the side of zControl. The Activity LED will begin slowly blinking green. 3. Push the button on the Z-Wave device (labeled On/Off, Service, Program, or something similar). 4. When the Activity LED illuminates or blinks green rapidly, the Z-Wave device has 5. been successfully added. If the Activity LED blinks red slowly three times, the Z-Wave device has not been successfully added. Go back to step 1 and repeat the procedure. 6. Repeat steps 1 through 4 for each Z-Wave device. 7. Unplug the Z-Wave devices and plug them in their intended locations (other rooms, etc.). 8. Open the zControl UI. 9. Turn on Administrator Mode (clicking the Login icon in the bottom right corner, then entering the PIN) 10. Click the Settings icon. 11. Click the Z-Wave icon. 12. Click 13. Click Devices. The list should now include the Z-Wave devices. Note: If a Z-Wave device is unplugged (to move it to another location, for example) after completing this procedure, the device must be rediscovered
(steps 8 - 12 in the above procedure). If the device is not rediscovered, repeat entire the installation procedure. 11 Actiontec zControl User Manual 6 Installing Home Monitoring Devices Installing Motion Detectors To install a motion detector (including the CA9000, which is included with zControl), follow the instructions in chapter 5 (Installing Z-Wave Devices). Additionally, after installing the CA9000, click the * button on the bottom right of the front of the device (circled in the figure below) to activate motion control. Configuring the CA9000 The CA9000 motion detector has a 5-position switch on the bottom of the unit that determines how quickly it responds to the absence of motion. Setting the switch to the position closest to the power connector jack (as shown in the figure below) puts the CA9000 into Manual Off Mode. In Manual Off Mode, the CA9000 turns on when it detects motion and remains on until manually turned off. 12 Actiontec zControl User Manual Moving the switch away from the power connector jack will put the CA9000 into either a 15-minute delay, 10-minute delay, 5-minute delay, or pulse mode (the pulse mode position is shown in the figure below), depending on the switchs position. When set to pulse mode, the CA9000 will turn off approximately 5 seconds after it stops detecting motion. Pulse mode is recommended. Installing UPnP Cameras UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) cameras are automatically detected by zControl once they are on the network. Consult the cameras documentation to set it up and configure for network access. It will appear in the Device listing, as well as the Cameras screen on the Monitor and Dashboard. Panasonic BL-C10A Camera Setup Although the Panasonic BL-C10A is a UPnP camera, it typically ships with UPnP turned off. To set it up with UPnP enabled:
1. Plug in the cameras power jack and Ethernet cable. If 20 minutes have passed since the camera was initially plugged in, unplug it and plug it in again. 2. With a pen or pencil, press the Factory Default Reset button on the bottom of the unit. 3. Insert the cameras CD into a computer on the same network as the camera. The Setup.exe program launches. 4. Click Camera Setup. After a moment, an Easy Setup dialog appears. 5. Select the entry in the Easy Setup dialog and click Execute. 6. Select Automatic Setup. The Security Administrator screen appears. 7. Choose an administrator name and password for the camera, then click Save. A dialog asking for the cameras username and password may appear. If this occurs, enter the requested information, select Remember my password, then press OK. 8. The cameras UI appears, with the camera image displayed. 9. Select the Setup tab at the top of the page, then click DHCP. At the bottom of the DHCP screen, click Save. 10. Make sure the camera is UPnP enabled, and access by guest users is permitted. 11. Close all setup software, including the browser, and restart the camera by unplugging it and plugging it back in. 13 Actiontec zControl User Manual Installing Non-UPnP Cameras To install a non-UPnP camera, refer to its documentation to issue it an IP address and configure it for network access. Once on the network, the camera will be detected automatically by zControl and appear in the Device listing, as well as the Cameras screen on the Monitor and Dashboard. Note: Some cameras require the user to enter a username and password. Consult the documentation of such cameras to learn how to set them to allow anonymous access. Once theyve been set to be accessible anonymously (without entering a username and password), they will appear in the Device listing, as well as the Cameras window on the Monitor and Dashboard. 14 Actiontec zControl User Manual 7 Advanced UI Features This chapter explains how to use the advanced features of zControl. Device Management Open the UI and click the Devices icon. Clicking on any device in the list allows the user to focus on that device. In Administrator Mode, devices can be renamed (it is recommended to give each device a unique name). Focusing on a device brings up a different set of options, depending on what kind of device it is. For example:
Focusing on a lamp allows it to be turned on/off, and its level of brightness set
(0% 100%). Focusing on a thermostat allows access to its temperature controls. Focusing on a camera allows the user to see the cameras feed, and, depending on the camera model, control other features, such as pan, tilt, and zoom. Focusing on a motion or occupancy detector allows triggering (see Triggers on page 19). Rooms, Scenes, and Schedules Rooms, Scenes, and Schedules are some of the most useful and powerful features of zControl. These features allow the user to control devices in the home by location, situation, and/or time. Rooms Organizing devices into Rooms makes it easier to find and control any device. To create a Room:
1. Activate Administrator Mode. 2. Click the Rooms icon. 15 Actiontec zControl User Manual 3. Click the Rooms: Add icon and enter the new Rooms name. 4. Click the Devices: Add icon and select at least one device from the list. The pull-down menu can display only one type of device at a time. Control-click or shift-click to select multiple devices at once. When adding a device to a Room, that device will appear in the listing under the Room name. Clicking on any device in the listing focuses on that device. Note that in Administrator Mode, the user can add or delete a Room, edit a Rooms name, or add more devices to a Room. Once two or more Rooms are set up, choose which Room to display from the pull-down menu. Scenes Creating Scenes allows control of Rooms and/or groups of devices with the push of a button. To create a Scene:
1. Activate Administrator Mode. 2. Click the Scenes icon. 3. Click the Scenes: Add: icon and enter the new Scenes name. 4. Click the Devices: Add icon and select at least one device from the list. Select a Room to add all of the devices in the Room at once. The pull-down menu displays only Rooms or only one type of device at a time. Control-click or shift-click to select multiple devices or Rooms at once. When adding a device to a Scene, that device will appear in the listing under Scene. Clicking on any device in the listing focuses on the device. Rather than controlling a devices current state, focusing on a device while editing a Scene allows it to be set to its Scene state. When a Scene is activated, all devices in that Scene immediately switch to their Scene states. 16 Actiontec zControl User Manual For example, a Scene is created named Wake up! In this Scene, all of the lights in a particular bedroom will be turned on at 100% brightness, and the radio will be turned on. To activate the Wake up! Scene, open the zControl UI, click the Scenes icon, select Wake up! from the pull-down menu, and click Run. The Scene runs, and the lights and radio turn on. A Scene can be run at any time. Note that the user must be in Administrator Mode to add or delete a Scene, edit a Scenes name, or add more devices to a Scene. Schedules Schedules allows any Scene to automatically run at a predetermined time. To create a Schedule:
1. Activate Administrator Mode. 2. Click the Schedules icon. 3. Click the Schedules: Add icon. 4. Enter the new Schedules name and set the days and time of day to run the Scene. 5. Click the Devices: Add icon and select at least one device from the list. Select a Scene to add all of the devices in it; adding a Scene will automatically import the Scene states of all of the devices in it. The pull-down menu displays only Scenes or one type of device at a time. Control-click or shift-click to select multiple devices or Scenes at once. As with Scenes, a devices Scene state can be changed by focusing on it from the Schedule listing. The user must be in Administrator Mode to add or delete a Schedule, edit a Schedules name or time settings, or add more devices or Scenes to a Schedule. Click Run to test the Schedules behavior. 17 Actiontec zControl User Manual Monitoring Clicking the Monitor icon generates two panes. The top pane displays whatever the selected camera currently sees (the cameras feed) and is labeled Display. The bottom pane shows thumbnails of the other cameras feeds, and is labeled Filmstrip. Filmstrip Pane Clicking on any thumbnail in the Filmstrip pane selects the associated camera and display its feed in the Display pane. At the bottom of the Filmstrip pane are three buttons: a left arrow, a right arrow, and a Play button. Clicking the left or right arrows selects the thumbnail next to currently selected camera. Clicking Play automatically cycles through the camera displays until Pause is clicked. Display Pane If the camera has features like pan, tilt, and zoom, they can be controlled from the Display pane. Using Record or Archive with External Storage Devices At the bottom of the Display pane is a Record button and, in the bottom-left corner, an Archive button. If there is no USB memory stick or other external USB storage device plugged in to zControl (via the USB port on the back of the zControl unit), these buttons are inactive. If a storage device is connected (indicated by the illuminated green USB LED on the front of the zControl unit), clicking Record records video from the camera to the storage device. Clicking Archives generates the Archives pane, which contains a list of previously recorded videos. These recordings can be viewed at any time using the Archives pane. To delete recordings, the user must be in Administrator Mode. 18 Actiontec zControl User Manual Triggers Triggers are one of the most powerful features of zControl. Setting up triggers allows changes in a motion or occupancy detectors state to trigger any of zControls other functions. For example, a light can be set to turn on whenever motion or occupancy is detected in the room. To set up a trigger, focus on a motion or occupancy detector through the Device listing. A pane appears with one or more Rules listed. To edit an existing Rule, click on it. To create a new Rule, click Add. A Rule consists of two parts:
1. The first part is the trigger. A motion or occupancy detector has two possible states:
motion/occupancy detected; and no motion/occupancy detected. Either state can act as a trigger. 2. The second part is the triggered behavior. A triggered behavior can be anything from a device turning on or off to an entire Scene being run. To trigger both the lights turning on and a camera starting to record from a detected motion, two separate Rules must be created. A Rule can only control one behavior. Its often a good idea to create two opposite Rules. For example, if one Rule turns on a lamp when occupancy is detected, create another Rule that turns off the lamp when no occupancy is detected. Each motion or occupancy detector can have any number of Rules. Controlling Multiple zControls This section describes how to control multiple zControl units. Note that before controlling additional zControls, they all must activated online. Activating Additional zControls Online To activate additional zControl units online:
1. Open a browser and go to http://www.digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl. 2. Enter the username and password used when registering zControl to access the profile. 3. Click Activate ControlPoint in the menu on the left, and enter the new zControls information. Multiple zControls on a Single Network After activating additional zControls, theyll automatically appear on their local networks. If there are multiple zControls on one network, all of them will appear in the list of UPnP devices. They will also all be accessible by typing their IP addresses into the browsers Address field. Note: If the local network does not have a DHCP server, every additional zControl will default to the same IP address (192.168.1.55). Because two devices on one network cannot have the same IP address, manually issue each zControl a different IP address before connecting more zControls. 19 Actiontec zControl User Manual Multiple zControls on Multiple Networks If there are multiple zControls on multiple networks (for example, one in the home and another in the office), only the ones on the local network will appear in the list of UPnP devices, accessible by typing their IP addresses into a browsers Address field. The zControl units on other networks are only accessible remotely. To access them:
1. Enter http://www.digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl in a browsers Address field. 2. A prompt appears, asking for the username and password. Enter the requested information. 3. Another window appears, with a list of all active zControl units. Click on on one of the units, then click Select. The UI associated with that unit appears. 4. To access a different zControl unit, open a new browser window and repeat steps 13. 20 Actiontec zControl User Manual 8 Additional Suggestions zControl is both flexible and powerful. Below is a list of some of the different ways to monitor and secure a home or office using zControl For home security, set up a trigger that causes the lights to turn on and camera(s) to start recording in a particular room when motion/occupancy is detected. Create a Schedule that turns on a coffee-maker or electric teakettle so that its ready when in the morning or when coming home from work. To conserve energy, create a Schedule that turns off all of the lights and devices in the home after everyone is asleep. For home security, create Schedules to turn lights on and off at various times while away to create the impression that someone is home. Turn off the kids computer or television for a certain period of time to help them get their homework done on time. Using remote cameras, monitor the home while at work. Set up a zControl in the home of an elderly family member for unobtrusive monitoring. 21 Actiontec zControl User Manual 9 Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by implementing one or more of the following measures:
Relocate the unit and antenna (built-in). Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc., may void the users authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC log United States only. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interferences. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interferences that may cause unwanted operation 22
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zControl USER MANUAL Introduction This manual will guide you through the setup of your ActionTec zControl, the breakthrough system that will make your home con-
trol and home monitoring easy and enjoyable!
Please make sure you read all instructions before proceeding with the installation. Your package contains the following items:
(1) ActionTec zControl
(1) Power supply
(1) Stand for putting the zControl in a vertical position
(1) Ethernet cable
(1) Accompanying CD (includes complete User Manual)
(1) Quick Start Guide It may also contain any or all of the following items:
(1) Panasonic BL-C10A, BL-C20A, or other IP Camera
(1) Z-Wave Appliance module
(1) InTouch occupancy sensor CA9000
(2) Z-Wave Lamp modules
(1) Intermatic Wireless Handy Remote Controller Now its time to activate and register your ActionTec zControl, get familiar with the User Interface, and learn how to configure your home control and home monitoring devices. Introduction III Table of Contents 1 Inspecting Your zControl 1.1 1.2 Inspecting the Ports on Your zControl Inspecting the LEDs on Your zControl 2 Connection, Registration, and Activation 2.1 2.2 2.3 Connecting to the Internet Registration Activation 3 Accessing the User Interface 3.1 3.2 3.3 UPnP Access IP Address Access (Advanced) Mobile Device Access 4 Overview: Basic UI Features and Elements 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 Administrator Mode Settings Devices Rooms Scenes Schedules Monitor Dashboard Mobile UI 1 1 1 2 2 2 4 5 5 6 6 8 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 9 10 IV Table of Contents 5 Managing Z-Wave Devices 5.1 5.2 5.3 Adding Z-Wave Devices Adding Z-Wave Devices (UI method) Removing Z-Wave Devices 6 Installing Home Monitoring Devices 6.1 6.2 6.3 Installing Motion/Occupancy Sensors Installing UPnP Cameras Installing non-UPnP Cameras 7 Advanced UI Features 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 Device Management Rooms, Scenes, and Schedules Monitoring Triggers Messages Controlling Multiple zControls 8 9 Suggestions Troubleshooting Unable to Register with Portal Server Unable to Access zControl UI Unable to Control Device Browser Becomes Unresponsive zControl Becomes Unresponsive or Online LED Is Not Solid Green Unable to Control My Z-Wave Appliance Module Unable to Control My Z-Wave Lamp Module Motion detector Is Not Being Detected 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.8 Table of Contents 14 14 14 15 16 16 16 17 18 18 18 22 23 24 25 27 28 28 28 28 29 29 29 29 30 V 9.9 Motion Detector Takes Too Much or Too Little Time to Return to No motion State 9.10 Unable to Access my Panasonic IP Camera 9.11 Unable to View My Panasonic IP Camera Video 9.12 Why Do I Have an Upgrade Notification Message on My zControl Interface?
9.13 Cannot Add New Z-Wave Devices to My zControl 9.14 Understanding the LEDs 10 Appendix A - Remote Controllers (Advanced Setup) 10.1 Preparing the zControl to Use the Remote Controller 10.2 Setting Up the Intermatic CA-09 Remote Controller 10.3 Programming the zControl to Use the Remote Controller 30 30 30 31 31 32 33 33 33 34 VI Table of Contents 1 Inspecting Your zControl 1.1 Inspecting the Ports on Your zControl Lets take a look at the back of your zControl to see all of the ports and their uses.
(2) USB ports reserved for your future USB devices; the USB ports can be used for external, local storage such as an external hard drive or memory stick Ethernet port connects the zControl to your network (for example, to an Ethernet hub or directly to your gateway/router) by means of the included Ethernet cable Reset button restarts your zControl WARNING: Normal functionality will be interrupted until the zControl has fully restarted 12VDC 1.4A connects to your power supply 1.2 Inspecting the LEDs on Your zControl Youll notice several LEDs on the front of your zControl. These LEDs provide information on the zControls status. In general, when you see green, everything is working correctly. When choosing a location for your zControl, remember to make sure that the LEDs are easily visible. For more information on the LEDs, consult the LED matrix on the last page of this manual. Inspecting Your zControl 1 2 Connection, Registration, and Activation 2.1 Connecting to the Internet 1. 2. 3. Ethernet port of your zControl, and the other end into Plug one end of the provided Ethernet cable into the your router Plug one end of the power cable into the or power strip. The Power LED on the front of the zControl will turn solid green Ethernet LED on the front of the zControl will blink green until the zControl has obtained an IP address, The at which point the Ethernet LED will turn solid green. This can take up to two minutesNOTE: Your zControl is pre-configured to receive IP address automatically via the DHCP mechanism used in most home networks. If no DHCP server is present on the network, your zControl will default to the IP address 192.168.1.55. 12VDC 1.4A port of your zControl and the other end into a wall socket Once the zControl is connected to the local network, it will connect to the Internet automatically. Youll know its connected when the Online LED on the front of the zControl starts blinking green. Youll need the zControl to have Internet connectivity so that you can Activate and Register it online. Once youve successfully Registered and Activated your zControl, the Online LED will turn solid green. 2.2 Registration Now that your zControl is on, connected to your local network, and has Internet connectivity, its time to Register with the Portal Server. Open your preferred web browser and go to http://digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl. Youll see this screen:
2 Connection, Registration, and Activation Click on New User Registration. Youll see a screen like this one:
Provide all of the required information and whatever optional information you like. NOTE: Make sure you write down your login name and password in a safe place. Upon successful Registration, you should see the following screen:
Connection, Registration, and Activation 3 2.3 Activation Activation will allow you to start using your zControl, access your zControl User Interface, and receive upgrades and new services as they become available. Open a browser window and go to http://digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl again, click on Manage My Profile, and log in. From the menu on the left side of the screen, click on the Activate ControlPoint option. On that screen, youll need to provide A friendly name that you want to use to identify your zControl (note: underscores are not allowed). We recom-
mend giving your zControl a unique and distinctive name. For example: John Smiths ControlPoint Your zControls MAC address, which can be found on the label on your zControl For example: 00:06:D3:A8:00:15 OR 0006D3A80015 Your time zone (note: youll need this to be correct to take advantage of zControls For example: PST if you live in the Pacific Time Zone Schedule feature) After you click Continue, youll see this screen:
Once the Activation process is complete, your browser will be automatically redirected to the User Interface. We recommend that you add the User Interface to your Bookmarks/Favorites. NOTE: Some browsers will do this automatically. 4 Connection, Registration, and Activation 3 Accessing the User Interface (UI) The best and easiest way to access the User Interface is to open a browser window and go to http://digitalgarden-
eronline.com/zControl where youll see this screen again:
Once there, click on Control My Home. You can use this method to access your zControl UI from any computer --
at home, at work, abroad -- anywhere!
For your convenience, there are also several other ways to access the UI. 3.1 UPnP Access Once your zControl is turned on and connected to your network, you should be able to see it automatically as a UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) device. In order to confirm that UPnP is enabled on your Windows PC, open My Network Places via the Start menu or the associated icon on your desktop. If the text in the left panel says Show icons for networked UPnP devices (circled in red on the right), click on it. With UPnP enabled, the zControl will show up in the list as zControl ZCHAV1
(higlighted on the screenshot below):
Accessing the User Interface 5 Simply double-click on the zControl ZCHAV1 icon to access the User Interface (UI). Your default browser will launch automatically and display the zControl UI. 3.2 IP Address Access (Advanced) Advanced users: you can obtain your zControls IP address by looking at your routers list of attached devices. If you know your zControls IP address, you can enter it into your browsers address bar to access the UI from any computer on your network. Note that if the zControl obtains its IP address dynamically, its IP address may change each time the zControl or the DHCP server is restarted. 3.3 Mobile Device Access 3.3.1 Downloading the UI to your Mobile Device Any Smartphone running the Windows Mobile operating system with Adobe Flash Lite 2.1 can access the UI. To set up the UI on your mobile device, open a browser (on that device or any computer) and go to http://digitalgar-
deneronline.com/zControl. Then click Manage My Profile and log in. NOTE: If you did not enter your cell phone number when you were Registering, you must do so now in order to download the UI onto your mobile device. Simply click Edit Personal Info and type the number into the Cell phone: field, then click Update. Youll see a screen like this one:
Click on the Products tab. Click the radio button for your zControl, then click Get Mobile UI. Click OK when asked for permission to send an SMS message to the cell phone number you entered earlier. 6 Accessing the User Interface When you receive the SMS message (this may take several minutes), it will contain a download link. Open the link on your mobile device and the UI will be downloaded automatically. If Adobe Flash Lite 2.1 is not installed, it will also be downloaded automatically. Depending on your mobile device, you may have to confirm/okay the installation steps. Whenever a mobile UI upgrade is available, your mobile device will receive another SMS message with a download link. Just open the link and the UI will be upgraded automatically. 3.3.2 Accessing the Mobile UI An icon labeled Hydrogen will be added automatically to your main screen. Opening it will activate the mobile UI. You will be prompted to enter your login name and password. Accessing the User Interface 7 4 Overview: Basic UI Features and Elements Lets take a minute to get familiar with the basic elements of the UI and what they do. Well get into more detail later, after several devices have been configured. The first thing you see when you access your UI will be this screen. Until youve configured some devices, all of those panes will be empty. They may also be different sizes --
you can resize them at any time by clicking on and dragging the bottom-right corner of any pane. 4.1 Administrator Mode In the bottom-right corner of the UI, youll find two icons. Clicking on the lock icon prompts you to enter your PIN (or set your PIN, if one has not been set). Entering the correct PIN will turn on Administrator Mode. You will need to be in Administrator Mode to configure and take advantage of many of the UIs advanced features. 4.2 Settings Next to the lock icon, youll see an icon that looks like a laptop. Clicking on it will let you choose the language in which the UI is displayed and to choose Celsius or Fahrenheit for temperature displays. Clicking on the Settings icon while in Administrator Mode will allow you to make more changes. 8 Overview: Basic UI Features and Elements 4.3 Devices Near the top of the UI, youll see a row of 6 icons that form the main menu. The leftmost icon is labeled Devices. Clicking on it will bring you to a listing of all of the devices the zControl has discovered. We havent configured any devices yet, so this list should still be empty. 4.4 Rooms Next, youll find the Rooms icon. Like the list of devices, the list of rooms will be empty. After some devices have been configured, clicking on Rooms will allow you to organize those devices into groups according to their locations. 4.5 Scenes Next, youll find the Scenes icon. Like the lists of rooms and devices, the list of scenes will be empty. Scenes are an advanced feature which allows you to control groups of rooms and devices simultaneously. 4.6 Schedules Next, youll find the Schedules icon. Like the lists of devices, rooms, and scenes, the list of schedules will be empty. Schedules are an advanced feature which allows you to automate your home control. For instance, you can have the zControl automatically turn on the lights in the living room at 6 oclock every evening. 4.7 Monitor Next, youll find the Monitor icon. After youve installed one or more cameras, clicking the Monitor icon will allow you to view and control your camera(s). It will also allow you to create, watch, and delete recordings. 4.8 Dashboard All the way on the right of the main menu is the Dashboard icon. The Dashboard allows you to see and control Devices, Rooms, Scenes, Schedules, and Cameras on a single screen. In addition, the Messages pane is visible from the Dashboard. Messages keep you informed about changes in the status of the zControl as well as attached devices. Note that you can select Cameras from the pull-
down menu multiple times to open multiple Camera panes. Overview: Basic UI Features and Elements 9 4.9 Mobile UI Features When you load the mobile UI, you will be asked to enter your username and password. If you would like to have your credentials memorized so you can login automatically, check the Auto Login checkbox by using the select button on your Smartphone. The functions and controls in the Mobile UI are very similar to the zControl UI and include the following options:
Devices Rooms Scenes Schedules Messages Switch CP Settings Logout view and control your devices view and control your rooms view and run configured Scenes view configured Schedules view received messages and alerts if you use or own more than one zControl manage your preferences log out of the Mobile UI 10 Mobile UI Features All devices are detected automatically and show up in exactly the same way as in the zControl UI. They are grouped by the device class: Cameras, Switches, Lights, etc. The Cameras view allows you to monitor and control your cameras in real-time. In order to switch to Control mode you have to click the button at the bottom to change to Controlling. This means that now you can use right, left, up and down controls on your Smartphone keyboard to move the camera to a desired position. Mobile UI Features 11 The Messages view allows you to read the messages and see their timestamps. Message / Alerts of high importance will pop-up in Mobile UI automatically as they might need your immediate attention. Examples of such events might be:
Your front door is open Important message from the management system The Schedules view allows you to see schedules configured for your ControlPoint. The Scenes view allows you to see and run the scenes created for your ControlPoint. 4.9.1 Settings and configuration options The Mobile UI connection to the Portal is primarily done via the Smartphones data connection. It is also possible to establish a direct (LAN) connection to your ControlPoint if your Smartphone supports WiFi connectivity. In this case you need to do the following:
Ensure your WiFi connection is up (per configuration options in your Smartphone) On the Hydrogen login screen chose A new field will open up, type in the IP address of your controlpoint. Click on the Login button to connect to the ControlPoint. Local Connect option. Other configuration options are available in the Settings menu. In Release 1.2 they include:
Language selection: English and Spanish. NOTE: It is important to understand that only 4Homemedia menu options and messages will be presented in 12 Mobile UI Features the selected language. All customer-created names will not be affected by this selection. (e.g., if you named your device Floor lamp, it will be displayed as a Floor lamp regardless of the language selected in the UI.) Temperature display: allows you to choose between Fahrenheit and Celsius scales. Mobile UI Features 13 5 Managing Z-Wave Devices 5.1 Adding Z-Wave Devices There are many different kinds of Z-Wave devices. These include lamp modules, thermostats, motion/occupancy sensors, blinds/shades, fans, appliance modules, and so on. There is one simple installation procedure for all of these devices:
Activity LED blinks red slowly three times, the Z-Wave device has not been successfully added. Go back Z-Wave button on the front of the zControl. The Activity LED will begin blinking green slowly On/Off, Service, Program, or something similar) Activity LED turns solid green or starts blinking green rapidly, the Z-Wave device has been success-
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Plug in the Z-Wave device within six feet of the zControl Push the blue Push the button on the Z-Wave device (it will be labeled When the fully added If the to step 1 and repeat the procedure Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each Z-Wave device Unplug your Z-Wave devices and plug them into their intended places in your home Open your zControl User Interface Turn on Click on the Click on the Click on Devices. The list should now include the new Z-Wave devices Z-Wave icon Rediscover button Administrator Mode and then click on the Settings icon in the bottom-right corner NOTE: If you unplug a Z-Wave device (to move it to another location, for example) after completing this proce-
dure, you will need to Rediscover it. If this does not work, you may need to repeat the installation procedure for that device starting from step 1. 5.2 Adding Z-Wave Devices (UI method) 1. 2. 3. 14 Open your zControl User Interface Turn on Click on the Z-Wave icon Administrator Mode and then click on the Settings icon in the bottom-right corner Managing Z-Wave Devices 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. On/Off, Service, Program, or something similar) Add button. The Activity LED will begin blinking green slowly Activity LED turns solid green or starts blinking green rapidly, the Z-Wave device has been success-
Activity LED blinks red slowly three times, the Z-Wave device has not been successfully added. Go back Click on the Push the button on the Z-Wave device (it will be labeled When the fully added If the to step 4 and repeat the procedure Repeat steps 4 through 7 for each Z-Wave device Unplug your Z-Wave devices and plug them into their intended places in your home Click on the Click on NOTE: If you unplug a Z-Wave device (to move it to another location, for example) after completing this proce-
dure, you will need to Rediscover it. If this does not work, you may need to repeat the installation procedure for that device starting from step 1. Devices. The list should now include the new Z-Wave devices Rediscover button 5.3 Removing Z-Wave Devices 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Administrator Mode and then click on the Settings icon in the bottom-right corner Open your zControl User Interface Turn on Click on the Click on the Push the button on the Z-Wave device (it will be labeled There will be a visible notification in the UI when the device has been successfully removed Click on Devices to ensure that the list no longer includes the removed Z-Wave device Z-Wave icon Remove button On/Off, Service, Program, or something similar) Managing Z-Wave Devices 15 6 Installing Home Monitoring Devices 6.1 Installing Motion/Occupancy Sensors To install a motion/occupancy sensor, simply follow the above instructions for installing Z-Wave devices. Once the motion/occupancy sensor is installed, it may be necessary to push the button on the front of the device one more time to activate it. 6.1.1 Setting Up the CA9000 The CA9000 sensor has a 5-position switch along its bottom side that deter-
mines how quickly it responds to the absence of motion/occupancy. Setting the switch into the position closest to the power connector jack will put the CA9000 into manual off mode. In manual off mode, the CA9000 will turn on when it detects motion/occupancy and remain in its on state until manually turned off. Moving the switch away from the power connector jack will put the CA9000 into 15 minute delay, 10 minute delay, 5 minute delay, and pulse mode, respec-
tively. In pulse mode, the CA9000 will turn off approximately 5 seconds after it stops detecting motion/occupancy. Pulse mode is recommended. 6.2 Installing UPnP Cameras UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) cameras will be automatically detected by the zControl once they are on the network. Consult your cameras documentation to learn how to set it up and configure it for network access. It will appear in your device listing as well as the Cameras pane on your Dashboard. 6.2.1 Panasonic BL-C10A, BL-C1A, BL-C111A, BL-C131A Camera Setup Notes Although these cameras are UPnP-capable, they typically ship with UPnP turned off. To set them up, you will need to do the following:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 16 Factory Default Reset button on the bottom of the unit Plug in the cameras power and Ethernet cables. If 20 minutes have passed since you plugged in the camera and you have not continued to step 2, unplug it and plug it in again With a pen or pencil, press the Insert the CD that came with the camera into a computer on the same network as the camera. The program on the CD should auto-launch Press the Select the entry in the Click on the Choose an administrator name and password for the camera. Press asking for the cameras username and password. Enter them, select Remember my password, and press OK Your browser will now open to the cameras UI. You should see the camera image Automatic Setup option. Your browser will open to the Security: Administrator page Camera Setup button. After a moment, an Easy Setup dialog will pop up Easy Setup dialog and press the Execute button Save. You may see a Windows dialog Setup.exe Installing Home Monitoring Devices 9. 10. Setup tab at the top of the page, then click on DHCP. At the bottom of the DHCP page, press Save Click on the Close all setup software, including your browser, and restart the camera by unplugging it and plugging it back in 6.3 Installing non-UPnP Cameras To install a non-UPnP camera, consult its documentation to learn how to assign it an IP address and configure it for network access. Once it is on the network, it will be detected automatically by the zControl and appear in your device listing as well as the Cameras pane on your Dashboard. NOTE: Some cameras require the user to enter a username and password. Consult the documentation of such cameras to learn how to set them to allow anonymous access. Once theyve been set to be accessible anonymously (without entering a username and password), they will appear in your device listing as well as the Cameras window on your Dashboard. Installing Home Monitoring Devices 17 7 Advanced UI Features 7.1 Device Management Now that you have some devices set up, open your UI and click on the Devices icon. Clicking on any device in the listing will let you focus on that device. If youre in Administrator Mode, you can also rename it (we recommend giving your devices unique and distinctive names) and also use the Wink feature. Wink will turn on and off the specified lamp/appliance module at 3 second intervals, which is useful to help you identify Z-Wave devices in your home. Simply press Wink again to disable.. Focusing on a device brings up a different set of options depending on what kind of device it is. For example, on a lamp lets you turn it on or off, and also to set its brightness level from 0-100 percent on a thermostat lets you turn the temperature up or down on a camera lets you see what the camera sees and, depending on the camera model, control other Focusing Focusing Focusing features such as pan, tilt, and zoom Focusing on a motion/occupancy sensor lets you set up event triggers 7.2 Rooms, Scenes, and Schedules Rooms, Scenes, and Schedules are some of the most useful and powerful features of the zControl. They allow you 18 Advanced UI Features to control devices in your home by location, by situation, and by time. 7.2.1 Rooms By organizing your devices into Rooms, you can make it easier to find exactly the device you want to control. To create a Room, youll need to do the following:
1. 2. Turn on Administrator Mode Click the Rooms icon. A new set of buttons will appear under the main menu:
3. 4. Click the Rooms: Add icon and type in the Rooms name Click the Devices: Add icon and select at least one device from the list You can use the pull-down menu to display only one type of device at a time You can use
<CTRL>-click or <SHIFT>-click to select multiple devices at once When you add a device to a Room, that device will appear in the listing under the Room name. Clicking on any device in the listing will let you focus on that device. Note that if you are in Administrator Mode, you can Add or Delete a Room, Edit a Rooms name, or Add more devices to a Room at any time. Once youve set up two or more Rooms, you can choose which Room to display from the pull-down menu. When youre done, itll all look a lot like this:
Advanced UI Features 19 7.2.2 Scenes By creating Scenes, you can control whole Rooms and groups of devices with the push of a button. To create a Scene, youll need to:
1. 2. 3. 4. Turn on Administrator Mode Click the Scenes icon. A new set of buttons, just like the ones for Rooms, will appear under the main menu Click the Scenes: Add icon and type in the Scenes name Click the Devices: Add icon and select at least one device from the list You can select a You can use the pull-down menu to display only You can
<CTRL>-click or <SHIFT>-click to select multiple devices or Rooms at once Room to add all of the devices in it to the Scene Rooms or only one type of device at a time When you add a device to a Scene, that device will appear in the listing under the Scene name. Clicking on any device in the listing will let you focus on the device. Rather than allowing you to control a devices current state, focusing on a device while editing a Scene allows you to set its Scene state. When a Scene is Run, all devices in that Scene immediately switch to their Scene states. For example, youve created a Scene named Wake up! Youve also added to it all of the devices in Bobbys room, set the Scene states of all of the lights to 100 percent brightness, and set the Scene state of the radio to On. Now you can open your UI at any time, click the Scenes icon, select Wake up! from the pull-down menu, and click Run. When you do, all of the lights in Bobbys room will turn on at maximum brightness and the radio will turn on. Hopefully, this will be enough to wake him in time for school. 20 Advanced UI Features You can Run a Scene at any time. Note that you must be in Administrator Mode if you want to Add or Delete a Scene, Edit a Scenes name, or Add more devices to a Scene. 7.2.3 Schedules By creating Schedules, you can set the Scenes youve already created to be automatically Run at a time of your choice. A Schedule is essentially a Scene that Runs at a preset time. To create a Schedule, youll need to 1. 2. der the main menu 3. 4. 5. Turn on Administrator Mode Click the Schedules icon. A new set of buttons, just like the ones for Rooms and Schedules, will appear un-
Click the Schedules: Add icon Type in the Schedules name and set the days and time when it should Run Click the Devices: Add icon and select at least one device from the list You can select a states of all of the devices in it You can use the pull-down menu to display only You can
<CTRL>-click or <SHIFT>-click to select multiple devices or Scenes at once Scenes or only one type of device at a time Scene to add all of the devices in it; adding a Scene will automatically import the Scene As in a Scene, you can change a devices Scene state by focusing on it from the listing under the Schedule name. As before, you must be in Administrator Mode if you want to Add or Delete a Schedule, Edit a Schedules name or time settings, or Add more devices or Scenes to a Schedule. You can also click Run to test the Schedules behav-
ior. Advanced UI Features 21 7.3 Monitoring Clicking on the Monitor icon in the main menu will bring up two panes. The top one will display whatever the se-
lected camera sees and is labeled Display. The bottom one shows thumbnails of what each camera sees and is labeled Filmstrip. 7.3.1 The Filmstrip Pane Clicking on any thumbnail in the Filmstrip pane will select that camera and display that cameras feed in the Display pane. At the bottom of the Filmstrip pane, youll find three buttons: a left arrow, a right arrow, and a Play button. Clicking the left or right arrow will select the thumbnail next to the one you currently have selected. Click-
ing the Play button will automatically cycle through your camera displays until you click the Pause button. 7.3.2 The Display Pane At the bottom of the Display pane, youll find a red Record button and, in the bottom-left corner, the Archives button. If you do not have a memory stick or other external storage device connected to one of the USB ports of your zControl, these buttons will do nothing. If you do have such a device, then clicking the Record button on a cameras display will record video from the camera directly to your storage device. Clicking the Archives button will open a third pane (labeled Archives) which will contain a full list of your recorded videos. You can view these recordings at any time through the Archives pane. If youre in Administrator Mode, you can also delete recordings. If the selected camera has features like pan, tilt, presets, and zoom, you can control those features from the Dis-
play pane. 22 Advanced UI Features 7.4 Triggers Triggers are one of the most powerful features of the zControl. Setting up triggers allows changes in a motion/oc-
cupancy sensors state to trigger many of the zControls other functions. For example, a light can be set to turn on whenever motion/occupancy is detected in the room. To set up a trigger, youll need to focus on a motion/occu-
pancy sensor through the device listing. A pane will appear with two Rules listed. It looks like this:
To edit a Rule, turn on Administrator Mode and click on it. A Rule consists of two parts:
1. 2. The first part is the trigger. A motion/occupancy sensor has two possible states, motion/occupancy detected and no motion/occupancy detected. Each of these states can act as a trigger The second part is the triggered behavior. A triggered behavior is a If you want motion/occupancy in a room to trigger both the light turning on and the blinds opening, for example, youll need to create a Scene in which the lights Scene state is on and the blinds Scene state is open It is often a good idea to create two opposite turns on a lamp and is Run whenever motion/occupancy is detected, you may also want to create another Scene that turns off the lamp and is Run whenever no motion/occupancy is detected Scenes. For example, if youve created one Scene that Scene being Run Whenever the motion/occupancy sensor reports motion/occupancy, the first Rule is triggered and the associated Scene is Run. Whenever the sensor reports no motion/occupancy, the second Rule is triggered and the associated Scene is Run. Advanced UI Features 23 7.5 Messages You can see the Messages pane by selecting Messages from the pull-down menu on your Dashboard. The Mes-
sages pane is divided into two parts, one (marked with an exclamation point) for Alerts, and one for Messages. 7.5.1 Messages Most Messages you receive will inform you about your zControl discovering an additional device. You can scroll through Messages by clicking on the left and right arrows. You can also delete Messages by clicking on the delete button. 7.5.2 Alerts Alerts are essentially important or time-sensitive Messages. Typically, Alerts will be sent by your service provider to inform you about upgrades, new features becoming available, and so on. When you receive an Alert, a small popup will appear in your UI. If you dont have the UI open when you receive an Alert, the popup will appear next time you access the UI. You can scroll through and delete Alerts in the same ways as Messages. 24 Advanced UI Features Note that you can go to http://digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl and click on Configure Alerts from the left menu to set Alerts and/or Messages to be delivered to your email address, mobile device, or online chat client. 7.6 Controlling Multiple zControls Before you can start controlling additional zControls, you must Activate them online. 7.6.1 Activating Additional zControls Online If youd like to Activate an additional zControl, simply open a browser window and go to http://digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl, then click on Manage My Profile. Enter the username and password that you used when Registering to access your profile. Click Activate ControlPoint in the menu on the left, then enter your new zControls information. After youve Activated additional zControls, theyll all be accessible by going to http://digitalgardeneronline.com/
zControl and clicking Control My Home. All Activated zControls will automatically appear on their local networks. If you have multiple zControls on one network, all of them will appear in the list of UPnP devices. They will also all be accessible by typing their unique IP addresses into your browsers address bar. NOTE: If your local network does not have a DHCP server, every additional zControl will default to the same IP address (192.168.1.55). Because two devices on one network cannot have the same IP address, you will need to assign each zControl a different IP address before Activating another. If you have multiple zControls on multiple networks (for example, one in your home and another in your office), only the ones on the local network will appear in the list of UPnP devices and be accessible by typing their IP ad-
dresses into a browsers address bar. All of them will always be accessible by going to http://digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl and clicking Control My Home. Advanced UI Features 25 7.6.2 Choosing Which zControl to Control When you go to http://digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl and click on Control My Home, you may be prompted to enter your username and password. After youve done so, a window will appear with a list of all of the zControls that you have Activated. Click on the one youd like to control and then click the Select button. If youd like to start controlling a different zControl, just open a new browser window and access it in the same way. You dont even have close the window you currently have open!
If you have multiple zControls on one network and are accessing the UI through the list of UPnP devices, just double-click the one youd like to control. 26 Advanced UI Features 8 Suggestions The ActionTec zControl is a powerful and flexible tool for monitoring and controlling your home. What follows is a list of some obvious and not-so-obvious ways of applying that power and flexibility towards simple and effective home control. Schedule that will turn off all of the lights and devices in your home after you For home security, set up a trigger that will turn on the lights in a room when motion/occupancy is detected Schedule that will turn on your coffee-maker or electric teakettle so that its ready by the time you Create a get up or come home from work To conserve energy, create a normally go to bed in case you forget to turn them off yourself For home security, create some create the impression that someone is home Turn off your kids computer or television to help them get their homework done on time Check in on your home, even while youre away or at work. Have they sat down for dinner yet? Has Bobby finished his vegetables?
Set up a zControl in the home of an elderly family member. This gives them the freedom to live independently while providing you with peace of mind and the knowledge that you can always check up on them without be-
ing intrusive Set up a camera and light in your nursery so you can check up on your baby quickly, easily, and quietly Schedules to turn your lights on and off at various times while youre away to Suggestions 27 9 Troubleshooting 9.1 Unable to Register with Portal Server Symptom: Unable to Register with the Portal Server Solution:
Make sure that your network connection is working properly. You should see the showing solid green and the Online LED blinking green Ensure you have Internet connection, e.g. go to a known trusted website Verify that you are using correct URL:
Once logged in make sure you provide all of the required information http://digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl Power and Ethernet LEDs 9.2 Unable to Access zControl UI Symptom: Cannot access zControl UI Solution:
Confirm that UPnP is enabled If no DHCP server is present on the local network, the zControl will default to the IP address 192.168.1.55. Try typing the default IP address into your browsers address bar Remember that once youve interface remotely through http://digitalgardeneronline.com/zControl. If this does not work, there is probably a problem with your router, internet connection, or zControl unit Registered online and Activated your zControl, you can always access the user 9.3 Unable to Control Device Symptom: Device intended for control does not show up in the UI Solution:
28 Make sure that device is properly plugged into the wall outlet Ensure that the Z-Wave device is associated with the zControl; run the Plug in the Z-Wave device within three feet of the zControl. Access your User Interface. Turn on Mode, click the Settings icon in the bottom-right corner, then click the Z-Wave icon. Click the Remove but-
ton, then push the button on your Z-Wave device. Wait 30 seconds, then repeat the Z-Wave device installation procedure from step 1 for that device Rediscover procedure again Administrator Troubleshooting 9.4 Browser Becomes Unresponsive Symptom: Browser freezing or locking up Solution:
Close and restart the browser. If unresponsive, you may need to access your pressing the <CTRL>, <ALT>, and <DELETE> keys once. In the Task Manager, select your browser and click End Task or End Process Restart the browser and access the zControl User Interface to control your devices Task Manager by simultaneously 9.5 zControl Becomes Unresponsive or Online LED Is Not Solid Green Symptom: zControl not responding to commands from the UI Solution:
Restart the zControl by unplugging it, waiting for 10 seconds, then plugging it back in Wait for the Online LED to turn solid green, then try controlling your devices through the zControl UI 9.6 Unable to Control My Z-Wave Appliance Module Symptom: Appliance module cannot be controlled from the zControl or wall switch Solution:
Repeat the procedure in section Make sure that the device is properly plugged into the wall outlet You may have to press the button on the appliance module to activate it 5.1 Adding Z-Wave Devices 9.7 Unable to Control my Z-Wave Lamp Module Symptom: Lamp module cannot be controlled from the zControl or wall switch Solution:
Repeat the procedure in section Make sure that the device is properly plugged into the wall outlet You may have to press the button on the lamp module to activate it 5.1 Adding Z-Wave Devices Troubleshooting 29 9.8 Motion Detector Is Not Being Detected Symptom: The CA9000 Motion detector does not show up in the UI Solution:
Check the batteries. If using a power supply, check the connections You may have to press the button on the motion detector to activate it Remove the motion detector by completing If neither of the above steps solves the problem, you will need to the procedure in section 5.3 Removing Z-Wave Devices. After youve done so, repeat the procedure in section 5.1 Adding Z-Wave Devices 9.9 Motion Detector Takes Too Much or Too Little Time to Return to No motion State Symptom: After the CA9000 motion detector is triggered, it does not return to No motion state when I desire Solution:
You can configure the motion sensor waiting time after activation by using the slider switch at the bottom of the motion sensor. Please refer to section 6.1.1 Setting Up the CA9000. 9.10 Unable to Access my Panasonic IP Camera Symptom: I cannot see my IP camera in the Dashboard, Monitor, or Devices list Solution:
Check the cable connections to the IP Camera (power, Ethernet) and also its connection to the router Verify that the IP camera has UPnP enabled. You should be able to see it in your list of UPnP devices. See section 3.1 UPnP Access to learn how to enable UPnP on your computer If it is a new camera, you will need to consult the cameras manual to enable UPnP access and anonymous/
guest access for the zControl to use it. Refer to section 6.2: Installing UPnP Cameras 9.11 Unable to View My Panasonic IP Camera Video Symptom: I can see my IP camera in the Dashboard, Monitor, or Devices menu, but I cannot see any video Solution:
Check the connections to the IP Camera (power, Ethernet) and also its connection to the router Try refreshing your browser screen and clicking on the camera device again Unplug the power to the IP camera and plug back in. Wait for it to restart (this may take up to a minute) and try accessing it from the zControl UI again 30 Troubleshooting 9.12 Why Do I have an Upgrade Notification Message on My zControl Interface?
Occasionally, your zControl may receive a software upgrade with additional features. When it does, youll see a notification like this one:
Simply press the OK button and you will be able to continue using your zControl while taking advantage of the new features. 9.13 Cannot Add New Z-Wave Devices to My zControl Symptom: I am unable to add a new Z-Wave device to my zControl Solution:
Are you using a remote controller?
The remote controller is typically setup as the primary controller, while the zControl is set up as the sec-
ondary controller. Only primary controllers can add and remove Z-Wave devices. Please add your Z-Wave devices using the remote controller (refer to Appendix A Remote Controllers and the Intermatic Remote Controller manual for details) If you are not using a remote controller, you can try adding your Z-Wave device using the Blue Z-Wave but-
ton on the front of the zControl, or use the zControl Interface under Administration Mode. Please follow the instructions for Installing Z-Wave devices in this manual. Troubleshooting 31 9.14 Understanding the LEDs When the Activity and Online LEDs show solid orange or red, DO NOT turn off or restart your zControl as this may damage it. While a software or firmware download or upgrade is in progress, normal zControl functionality may be suspended. Please refer to the following chart to guide you through LED messages. POWER No power The ControlPoint Lite is on Major error:contact technical support ETHERNET No Ethernet connection The ControlPoint Lite is obtaining an IP adress The ControlPoint Lite has obtained an IP adress ONLINE ACTIVITY USB Z-WAVE No Internet connection Trying to connect to the Portal Server Connected to the Portal Server Software or firmware download Software or firmware upgrade No Z-Wave devices connected No USB devices attached Not currently adding a Z-Wave device Slow: waiting for Z-Wave device Rapid: communicating with the Z-Wave device 1 or more Z-Wave devices connected Software or firmware download No Z-Wave device found Software or firmware upgrade Communicating with USB device At least one USB device detected At least one Z-Wave device detected White: LED Off Color: Solid (non-blinking) LED of the corresponding color Stripes: Blinking LED of the corresponding color 32 Troubleshooting 10 Appendix A Remote Controllers (Advanced Setup) Your zControl starter kit may include a remote controller or one can be purchased separately from your service provider. The Intermatic CA-09 Wireless Remote Controller is an optional accessory that enables you to control your devices from a remote controller as well as from the zControl Interface. If you would like to control your devices with this remote controller, please follow these steps to configure your home network and zControl to use this remote. NOTE: Once the remote controller is configured to control your Z-Wave devices, you will no longer be able to add devices using the Z-Wave button on the front of the zControl or using the Add button in the zControl Interface. The remote controller will act as the primary controller in your home and additional devices will be added using the remote controller. 10.1 Preparing the zControl to use the Remote Controller Open your zControl Interface. Turn on Administrator Mode and then click on the Settings icon in the bottom-right corner Click on the Z-Wave icon You must manually remove each Z-Wave device previously added to your zControl by using the ton, followed by the Program button on the Z-Wave device. Wait for confirmation that the device is removed. Repeat this step for each device in your home before proceeding to the next step. Remove but-
10.2 Setting Up the Intermatic CA-09 Remote Controller Now you must add control for each Z-Wave device module on the remote control and assign a channel number for each device. (Full instructions can be found in your remote controller manual) Adding Z-Wave modules to the network:
INCLUDE button on the remote and verify that the green LED is flashing. Press the Press the program button on the Z-Wave module you wish to learn and the green LED should turn SOLID indicating that it successfully learned the device. OFF buttons together for 5 seconds for the desired channel on the remote you wish to set Associating Z-Wave modules to a channel on the remote controller:
Press the ON and up until both Red and Green LEDs are blinking. Press and hold the the LED flashes and turns SOLID green. The device has been successfully associated to the channel you selected. You can confirm by pressing the ON / OFF button and verify that your device turns on and off. INCLUDE button and while holding, press the Program button on the Z-Wave device until Appendix A - Remote Controllers 33 Repeat these steps for each Z-Wave device in your home until you have successfully added all your modules.
(Make sure to assign a different channel number for each device, otherwise you could end up turning on more than one device together) 10.3 Programming the zControl to Use the Remote Controller Open your zControl Interface. Turn on Administrator Mode and then click on the Settings icon in the bottom-right corner Click on the Z-Wave icon Now using the remote, press and Hold the flash. Release the INCLUDE button. Press and release mation. Press the LEARN button on the Z-Wave Admin page on the zControl Interface INCLUDE button for 5 seconds. Both Red and Green LEDs will Channel 2 ON/DIM on the remote. The Green LED will flash to indicate Transmit All infor-
Your zControl should now be able to control your new devices. If the Learn fails, please repeat these steps again as the remote controller may have timed out the Transmit All Information. NOTE: Each time you add/remove new Z-Wave devices to the remote control, you must complete this step to Learn the new devices on the zControl). 34 Appendix A - Remote Controllers Regulatory Compliance Notices Class B Equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-
ference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by implementing one or more of the following measures:
Relocate the unit and antenna (built-in) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actiontec Electronics, Inc., may void the users authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of conformity for products marked with the FCC log United States only. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. 2. This device may not cause harmful interferences, and This device must accept any interference received, including interferences that may cause unwanted operation Copyright Notice All materials contained in this document including artwork, images, and text are protected by United States copyright law and are property of ActionTec and/or 4HomeMedia. The materials may not be published, redis-
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2007-12-04
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1 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
Actiontec Electronics Inc
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1 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0005810783
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1 | Physical Address |
3301 Olcott St
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Santa Clara, California 95054
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United States
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1 | TCB Application Email Address |
b******@baclcorp.com
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1 | TCB Scope |
A1: Low Power Transmitters below 1 GHz (except Spread Spectrum), Unintentional Radiators, EAS (Part 11) & Consumer ISM devices
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1 | Grantee Code |
LNQ
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1 | Equipment Product Code |
ZCHAV1
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1 | Name |
A**** Y******
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1 | Title |
Program Manager
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1 | Telephone Number |
40854********
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1 | Fax Number |
40873********
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a******@actiontec.com
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n/a | ||||||
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1 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Equipment Class | DXX - Part 15 Low Power Communication Device Transmitter | ||||
1 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | Home Automation Adapter | ||||
1 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 | Purpose / Application is for | Original Equipment | ||||
1 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
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Bay Area Compliance Laboratory
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1 | Name |
J******** C********
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408-7********
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408-7********
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b******@baclcorp.com
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1 | 1 | 15C | 908.40000000 | 908.40000000 |
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