VESTA 170

PRLM-CH3-AC-ZW Z-Wave Relay Switch

Introduction

PRLM-CH3-AC-ZW is a Z-Wave 3-channel Relay Switch that can be connected to wired devices and set to Normal Open (N.O.) status. After joining Z-Wave network, the Relay Switch can be controlled via Z-Wave network to activate connected devices.

Z-Wave is a wireless communication protocol that uses a low-power RF radio. By taking advantage of the Z-Wave mesh network, commands can be routed to their destination via intermediary “listening” Z-Wave products.

The Relay can control Z-Wave nodes by simply pressing the function button and can also alert you to signal communication problems.

Parts Identification

Top Cover Base

Switch Button 1/Function Button
- Press the button 3 times within 1 second to send a learn code.
- Press and hold the button for 10 seconds to factory reset.
- Press the button to switch ON/OFF the Relay Channel 1.
Switch Button 2
- Press the button to switch ON/OFF the Relay Channel 2.
Switch Button 3
- Press the button to switch ON/OFF the Relay Channel 3.

NOTE>

When Switch Button 2/3 is pressed, the Relay Channel 2/3 will instantly switch to ON/OFF. When Switch Button 1 is pressed, the Relay Channel 1 will switch to ON/OFF after one second, because the device needs to identify whether the button press is for switch on/off

or for sending a learn code.

LED indicator 1
LED indicator 2
LED indicator 3

The LED indicator 1/2/3 are used to indicate Relay Channel 1/2/3 status:

LED 1 On/Off: Relay Channel 1 On/Off
LED 2 On/Off: Relay Channel 2 On/Off
LED 3 On/Off: Relay Channel 3 On/Off

When powered on, all LEDs will sequentially flash for 1 cycle.

When in learning mode, all LEDs will flash once every second.

When learning is successful, all LEDs will flash quickly for 3 times.

7. Mounting Holes

Connection Terminals

Connect the wire into the terminal, tighten the screw to close the clipper and hold wire in place. Unscrew to open the clipper to remove the wire connected to the terminal.

Line (AC input)
Neutral
NO (Channel 1)

For Normal Open connection with the device

Common (Channel 1)
NO (Channel 2)

For Normal Open connection with the device

Common (Channel 2)
NO (Channel 3)

For Normal Open connection with the device

Common (Channel 3)
Strain Relief Clamp

The clamps are used for securing the wires, and providing strain relief to protect the wires from the metal cutout.

17. Wiring Holes

Specification

Power Supply: 100 - 240V AC

Supported Load Current (for each relay channel): 5A, 250VAC or 5A, 30VDC

Stranded Wire: 14–22 AWG

Caution

All works on the device, including installation and maintenance, must be performed by a qualified and licensed electrician.

Before installation or any maintenance work, make sure the power supply has been disconnected. Do not connect the device to loads exceeding supported load current.

Installation

Wire the Relay according to the instructions below.

Please turn off the power supply before connection.
Remove the top cover and remove the strain relief clamps.
Connect the L and N terminals of the power supply to the Line and Neutral terminals of PRLM respectively through the wiring hole.
Depending on the device you wish to control via Relay Channel 1, select NO terminal and wire Relay Channel 1 with the device through the wiring hole to establish Normal Open connection with device.
In the same way as step 4, connect Relay Channel 2/3 to other wired devices.
After completing the wiring, replace the strain relief clamps and the top cover. Turn on the power supply to power on the Relay Switch.

Features

Adding Device (Inclusion)

Connect the power input to the Relay Switch according to Installation instruction above and power up the Relay Switch.

Put the Z-Wave gateway or control panel into Inclusion mode (please refer to the Z-Wave gateway or control panel manual).

Within 1 second, press the Function Button 3 times.

Refer to the operation manual of the Z-Wave gateway or control panel to complete the adding process.

If the device has already been added (included) into another Z-Wave Gateway/Control Panel, or if the device is unable to be added into the current Z-Wave Gateway/Control Panel, try removing it first (see Removing Device).

Removing Device (Exclusion)

The device must be removed from existing Z-Wave network before being added into another. Exclusion Mode

Put the Z-Wave gateway or control panel into Exclusion mode (please refer to the Z-Wave gateway or control panel manual).

Within 1 second, press the Function Button 3 times and the device will be removed from the Z-Wave network.

Factory resetting the device will restore it to factory default settings (i.e. not included into any Z-Wave network). Please only use this procedure if the Z-Wave gateway or control panel is lost or otherwise inoperable.

Press and hold the Function Button of the device for 10 seconds to factory reset.

Range Test

To test whether the device is able to communicate with the Z-Wave gateway or control panel:

Put the gateway/panel into range test mode (Walk Test). Press the Function Button on the device

The gateway/panel should display if the device is within the operation range (please refer to the operation manual of the gateway/panel).

Mounting

After you have finished the range test, and you are satisfied that the device is able to communicate with the Z-Wave gateway in the chosen location, proceed to mounting.

Disconnect the main power supply.

Loosen the bottom fixing screw and remove the top cover of the Relay Switch. Use the holes on the base to mark mounting location on the wall.

Drill holes into marked location and insert wall plugs if required, screw the base onto the mounting location.

Replace the top cover and tighten the bottom fixing screw.

Operation

Relay Control

After the Relay Switch has successfully joined a Z-Wave network, the gateway/control panel can remotely control the Relay Channel 1/2/3 to turn On/Off. Please refer to your Z-Wave gateway/control panel for detail.

The user can also manually press the Switch Button 1/2/3 to switch ON/OFF the Relay Channel 1/2/3.

Z-Wave Information

Generic Device Class : GENERIC_TYPE_SWITCH_BINARY

Specific Device Class : SPECIFIC_TYPE_POWER_SWITCH_BINARY

Role Type : Always On Slave (AOS)

Supported security keys : S2_UNAUTHENTICATION

Library : Enhanced 232 slave

Endpoint 1 device type : generic type switch binary and specific type On/off power switch

Command Class Support/Control

Announced Command Classes in NIF

ZWave Plus Info CC

Transport Service CC

Manufacturer Specific CC, V2 (S2)

Device Reset Locally CC (S2)

Security_2 CC

Powerlevel CC (S2)

Version CC, V2 (S2)

Association CC, V2 (S2)

Multi Channel Association CC, V3 (S2)

Association Group Information CC (S2)

Multil Channel CC (S2)

Supervision CC

Firmware Update Md CC, V4 (S2)

Switch Binary (S2)

Endpoints 123 implements the following command classes

ZWave Plus Info CC

Security_2 CC

Association CC, V2 (S2)

Multi Channel Association CC, V3 (S2)

Association Group Information CC (S2)

Supervision CC

Switch Binary (S2)

Basic Command Class mapping : Binary Switch CC for endpoint 1 & 2 & 3.

Z-Wave’s Groups (Association Command Class Version 2)

Root device :

Name

Node count

Description

Lifeline

Supports the following command classes:

Device Reset Locally: triggered upon reset.

Switch Binary: triggered by the endpoints

Relay EP 1

Mirror of endpoint 1, group 2

Relay EP 2

Mirror of endpoint 2, group 2

Relay EP 3

Mirror of endpoint 3, group 2

Endpoint 1 :

Name

Node count

Description

Lifeline

Mirror of root device, but without node count.

Relay EP 1

Switch binary report on overload.

Endpoint 2 :

Name

Node count

Description

Lifeline

Mirror of root device, but without node count.

Relay EP 2

Switch binary report on overload.

Endpoint 3:

Name

Node count

Description

Lifeline

Mirror of root device, but without node count.

Relay EP 3

Switch binary report on overload.

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