The Heat Controller (FGT-001) manual for Z-Wave

The following is an overview of the user manual for the Z-Wave product The Heat Controller (FGT-001)from FIBARO. To view other Z-Wave products and manuals from Fibaro follow that link.

  1. Overview
  2. Security
  3. Features
  4. Installation instructions

Overview

Name
The Heat Controller
SKU Code
FGT-001
Description
FIBARO Heat Controller is a remotely controlled thermostatic head to control temperature in the room. It measures the temperature and automatically adjust the heat level. It can be mounted without tools on three types of thermostatic radiator valves. It is also possible to create schedules via app to easily manage temperature throughout the week.
Main features:
• to be installed on three types of valves: M30 x 1.5, Danfoss RTD-N and Danfoss RA-N,
• compatible with any Z-Wave or Z-Wave Plus Controller,
• supports Z-Wave network Security Modes: S0 with AES-128 encryption and S2 with PRNG-based encryption,
• built-in battery recharged through standard micro-USB port,
• easy installation - no tools required,
• can use dedicated temperature sensor,
• supports heating schedules,
• automatic calibration,
• anti-freeze function,
• decalc function,
• unconstrained rotation spherical knob to set desired temperature.
Version #
HW: 1 FW: 4.05:01.16 was the version certified
Certification #
ZC10-18126339
Certified
2018-12-14T23:16:50.930845
Z-Wave Version
6.71.01

Security

As a Z-Wave Plus certified product, The Heat Controller supports Z-Wave S2 security. The following security modes are directly supported:

  • S2 Authenticated
  • S2 Unauthenticated

Features

Fibaro describes The Heat Controller as having the following features:

  • Battery powered using 3.7V Li-Poly battery pack batteries
  • Firmware updatable via a compatible Z-Wave gateway
  • Battery Quantity
  • Color
  • Sensors
  • Supported Notification Types
  • Thermostat HVAC Systems Supported
  • Thermostat Modes
  • Thermostat Power Source
  • FLiRS capable
  • Supports Network Wide Inclusion
  • Supports Z-Wave Explorer Frames
  • Supports Z-Wave SmartStart allowing you to setup the product simply by scanning its QR code via

Installation instructions

To add the device to the Z-Wave network:
1. Make sure the device is within the direct range of your Z-Wave controller.
2. Set the main controller in (security/non-security) add mode.
3. Use the included key to quickly triple click the button on the thermostatic head.
4. The LED ring will start blinking white.
5. If you are adding in S2 authenticated mode, type in the device pin code (underlined part of the public key on the label).
6. Wait for the adding process to end.
7. Successful adding will be confirmed by the Z-Wave controller.

To remove the device from the Z-Wave network:
1. Make sure the device is within the direct range of your Z-Wave controller.
2. Set the main controller into remove mode.
3. Use the included key to quickly triple click the button on the thermostatic head.
4. The LED ring will start blinking white.
5. Wait for the removing process to end.
6. Successful removing will be confirmed by the Z-Wave controller.

FIBARO Heat Controller is a FLiRS device. The FLiRS device alternates between sleep mode and a partially awake mode in which it is listening beam signal. When device receives this beam, it immediately fully wakes up and then communicates with the controller or other Z-Wave device.

Factory reset The Heat Controller

Please use this procedure only when the network primary controller is missing or otherwise inoperable.
Reset procedure allows to restore the device back to its factory settings, which means all information about the network and user configuration will be deleted.
To perform factory reset:
1. Use the included key to press and hold the button.
2. Release the button when you see yellow LED colour.
3. Click the button to confirm the selection.
4. After finishing resetting the device will be put in Standby Mode. Click the button to activate it again.

Please note that this is a user manual The Heat Controller from FIBARO is provided as is and without warranty; all information contained herein is provided by the manufacturer or the certifying body. The information provided is for reference only and is not intended to be used as a substitute for professional advice. ZWaveProducts.com only warrants and is only able to support products purchased directly from us. If you have The Heat Controller and have not purchased it from us, please contact the manufacturer directly with any further questions you may have.