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Brand

FIBARO

Name

Dimmer 2

Part number

FGD-212

Device type

Light Dimmer Switch

Description

Remotely controlled light dimming module is designed to work with various types of light sources in 2 or 3-wire connection so it can operate with or without neutral lead.

FIBARO Dimmer 2 can switch or dim connected light source either through radio waves or through the wall switch connected directly to it. Dimmer 2 is equipped with a smart algorithm of light source detection which makes configuration easier and ensures high compatibility of the device. It may be used as a switch with non-dimmable light sources in 3-wire connection. Active power and energy consumption allows to monitor and reduce electricity bills. Dimmer 2 is compatible with any Z-Wave or Z-Wave Plus Controller. FIBARO Dimmer 2 Product Identifier: FGD-212 Brand Name: FIBARO Z-Wave Certification Number: ZC10-15090017 Z-Wave Certification Date: 9/16/2015 Z-Wave Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement: View Download Remotely controlled light dimming module is designed to work with various types of light sources in 2 or 3-wire connection so it can operate with or without neutral lead. FIBARO Dimmer can switch or dim connected light source either through radio waves or through the wall switch connected directly to it. Dimmer 2 is equipped with a smart algorithm of light source detection which makes configuration easier and ensures high compatibility of the device. It may be used as a switch with non-dimmable light sources in 3-wire connection. Active power and energy consumption allows to monitor and reduce electricity bills. Dimmer 2 is compatible with any Z-Wave or Z-Wave Plus Controller. As a dimmer it operates under the following loads: • 230V operated conventional incandescent and halogen light sources • ELV electronic transformers (12V operated halogen lamps and dimmable LED bulbs) • MLV ferromagnetic transformers with 12V operated halogen lamps • dimmable LED bulbs • dimmable compact fluorescent CFL tube lamps • supported dimmable light sources with minimal power of 5VA (power factor > 0.5) using FIBARO Bypass FGB-002 Without dimming function it may work with: • compact fluorescent lamps • fluorescent tube lamps with electronic ballast • LED bulbs (power factor > 0.7) • supported light sources with minimal power of 5VA (power factor > 0.5) using FIBARO Bypass FGB-002 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K35uFXoa5c0

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1 - Minimum brightness level

The parameter can be changed manually after the calibration. CAUTION The maximum brightness level (parameter 2) must be greater than the minimum brightness level (parameter 1).

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
1	98	percentage level of brightness

2 - Maximum brightness level

The parameter can be changed manually after the calibration

Size: 1 byte

Default: 99

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
2	99	percentage level of brightness

3 - Incandescence level of dimmable compact fluorescent lamps

Virtual value set as a percentage level between parameters MIN (1%) and MAX. (99%). The Dimmer 2 will set to this value after first switch on. It is required for warming up and switching dimmable compact fluorescent lamps and certain types of light sources.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
1	99	percentage level of brightness

4 - Incandescence time of dimmable compact fluorescent lamps

This parameter determines the time required for switching compact fluorescent lamps and certain types of light sources. Setting this parameter to 0 will disable the incandescence functionality.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	255	0s - 25.5s

5 - Automatic control - dimming step size

dimming step percentage value

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
1	99	dimming step percentage value

6 - Automatic control - time of a dimming step

This parameter defines the time of single dimming step set in parameter 5 during the automatic control.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	255	(0-2.55s, in 10ms steps)

7 - Manual control - dimming step size

This parameter defines the percentage value of dimming step during the manual control.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
1	99	dimming step percentage value

8 - Manual control - time of a dimming step

This parameter defines the time of single dimming step set in parameter 7 during the manual control.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 5

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	255	(0-2.55s, in 10ms steps)

9 - Saving the state of the device after a power failure

The Dimmer 2 will return to the last state before power failure.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	the Dimmer 2 does not save the state before a power failure, it returns to „off” position
1	1	the Dimmer 2 restores its state before power failure

10 - Timer functionality (auto - off)

This parameter allows to automatically switch off the device after specified time from switching on the light source. It may be useful when the Dimmer 2 is installed in the stairway.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	Function disabled
1	32767	time to turn off measured in seconds (1s-9.1h)

11 - ALL ON/ALL OFF function

Parameter allows for activation/deactivation of Z-Wave commands enabling/disabling all devices located in direct range of the main controller.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 255

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	ALL ON not active, ALL OFF not active
1	1	ALL ON not active, ALL OFF active
2	2	ALL ON active, ALL OFF not active
255	255	ALL ON active, ALL OFF active

13 - Force auto-calibration

Changing value of this parameter will force the calibration process. During the calibration parameter is set to 1 or 2 and switched to 0 upon completion.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	readout
1	1	force auto-calibration of the load without FIBARO Bypass 2
2	2	force auto-calibration of the load with FIBARO Bypass 2

14 - Auto-calibration status

This parameter determines operating mode of the Dimmer 2 (automatic/ manual settings).

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	calibration procedure not performed or Dimmer 2 operates on manual settings
1	1	Dimmer 2 operates on auto-calibration settings

15 - Burnt out bulb detection

Function based on the sudden power variation of a specific value, interpreted as a LOAD ERROR. CAUTION Parameter 15 is relevant only when parameter 58 is set to 0 and the control mode is consistent with the mode set during the calibration process (parameter 30).

Size: 1 byte

Default: 30

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	function disabled
1	99	percentage value of power variation, compared to standard power consumption, measured during the calibration procedure (to be interpreted as load error/burnt out bulb)

16 - Time delay of a burnt out bulb (parameter 15) or overload (parameter 39) detection

Time of delay (in seconds) for power variation detection, interpreted as a LOAD ERROR or OVERLOAD detection (too much power connected to the Dimmer 2).

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 5

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	detection of a burnt out bulb disabled
1	255	delay time in seconds

19 - Forced switch on brightness level

If the parameter is active, switching on the Dimmer 2 (S1 single click) will always set this brightness level.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	function disabled
1	99	percentage level of brightness

20 - Switch type

Choose between momentary, toggle and roller blind switch.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	momentary switch
1	1	toggle switch
2	2	roller blind switch - two switches operate the Dimmer 2 (S1 to brighten, S2 to dim)

21 - The value sent to associated devices on single click

This parameter defines the value sent to devices associated with Dimmer 2 after its enabling.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	0xFF value is sent, which will set associated devices to their last saved state
1	1	current Dimmer 2 state is sent, which will synchronize brightness level of associated devices (other dimmers for example)

22 - Assign bistable key status to the device status

By default each change of toggle switch position results in action of Dimmer 2 (switch on/off) regardless the physical connection of conntacts.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	Device changes status on key status change.
1	1	Device status is synchronized with key status.

23 - Double click option

set the brightness level to MAX

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	double click disabled;
1	1	double click enabled.

24 - Command frames sent in 2-nd and 3-rd association groups (S1 associations)

Parameter determines, which actions will not result in sending frames to association groups. Parameter 24 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associations on switching ON or OFF the Dimmer 2 (single click) will not be sent.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	all actions send to association groups;
1	1	do not send when switching on the Dimmer (single click);
2	2	do not send when switching off the Dimmer (single click);
4	4	do not send when changing dimming level (holding and releasing);
8	8	do not send on double click;
16	16	send 0xFF value on double click.

25 - Command frames sent in 4-th and 5-th association groups (S2 associations)

Parameter determines, which actions will not result in sending frames to association groups. Parameter 25 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that associations on switching ON or OFF the Dimmer 2 (single click) will not be sent.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	all actions send to association groups;
1	1	do not send when switching on the Dimmer (single click);
2	2	do not send when switching off the Dimmer (single click);
4	4	do not send when changing dimming level (holding and releasing);
8	8	do not send on double click;
16	16	send 0xFF value on double click

26 - The function of 3-way switch

Switch no. 2 controls the Dimmer 2 additionally (in 3-way switch mode). Function disabled for parameter 20 set to 2 (roller blind switch).

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	3-way switch function for S2 disabled;
1	1	3-way switch function for S2 disabled;

27 - Associations in Z-Wave network security mode

This parameter defines how commands are sent in specified association groups: as secure or non-secure. Parameter is active only in Z-Wave network security mode. It does not apply to 1st Lifeline group. NOTE Parameter 27 values may be combined, e.g. 1+2=3 means that 2nd & 3rd group are sent as secure.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 15

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	all groups (II-V) sent as non-secure
1	2	group sent as secure
2	3	group sent as secure
4	4	group sent as secure
8	5	group sent as secure
15	15	groups (II-V) sent as secure

28 - Scene activation functionality

SCENE ID depends on the switch type configurations. NOTE Enabling scene activation functionality may cause slight delay in response to external switches and sending associations.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	functionality deactivated;
1	1	functionality activated.

29 - Switch functionality of S1 and S2

This parameter allows for switching the role of keys connected to S1 and S2 without changes in connection

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	standard mode;
1	1	operates as S2, S2 operates as S1.

30 - Load control mode

This parameter allows to set the desired load control mode. The device automatically adjusts correct control mode, but the installer may force its change using this parameter. Forced auto-calibration will set this parameter’s value to 2. CAUTION Modifications of parameters in GROUP 30 should be performed only by a qualified installer.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 2

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	forced leading edge control;
1	1	forced trailing edge control;
2	2	control mode selected automatically (based on auto-calibration).

31 - Load control mode recognized during auto-calibration

Load control mode recognized during auto-calibration (read only)

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	leading edge;
1	1	trailing edge.

32 - On/Off mode

This mode is necessary while connecting non-dimmable light sources. Setting this parameter to 1 automatically ignores brightening/ dimming time settings. Forced auto-calibration will set this parameter’s value to 2.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 2

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	on/off mode disabled (dimming is possible);
1	1	on/off mode enabled (dimming is not possible
2	2	mode selected automatically

33 - Dimmability of the load

This parameter contains an information about possibility of dimming the load detected during calibration procedure.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	Load recognized as dimmable;
1	1	Load recognized as non-dimmable

34 - Soft-Start functionality

Time required to warm up the filament of halogen bulb.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	no soft-start;
1	1	short soft-start (0.1s)
2	2	long soft-start (0.5s)

35 - Auto-calibration after power on

This parameter determines the trigger of auto-calibration procedure, e.g. power on, load error, etc.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No auto-calibration of the load after power on
1	1	Auto-calibration performed after first power on
2	2	Auto-calibration performed after each power on
3	3	Auto-calibration performed after first power on or after each LOAD ERROR alarm (no load, load failure, burnt out bulb), if parameter 37 is set to 1 also after alarms: SURGE (Dimmer 2 output overvoltage) and OVERCURRENT (Dimmer 2 output overcurrent)
4	4	Auto-calibration performed after each power on or after each LOAD ERROR alarm (no load, load failure, burnt out bulb), if parameter 37 is set to 1 also after alarms: SURGE (Dimmer 2 output overvoltage) and OVERCURRENT (Dimmer 2 output overcurrent)

37 - Behaviour of the Dimmer after overload or surge.

Occuring of errors related to surge or overcurrent results in turning off the output to prevent possible malfunction. By default the device performs three attempts to turn on the load (useful in case of momentary, short failures of the power supply).

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	device permanently disabled until re-enabling by command or external switch
1	1	three atempts to turn on the load

38 - Brightness level correction for flickering loads

Correction reduces spontaneous flickering of some capacitive load (e.g. dimmable LEDs) at certain brightness levels in 2-wire installation. In countries using ripple-control, correction may cause changes in brightness. In this case it is necessary to disable correction or adjust time of correction for flickering loads.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 255

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	automatic correction disabled
1	254	duration of correction in seconds
255	255	automatic correction always enabled

39 - Power limit - OVERLOAD

Reaching the defined value will result in turning off the load. Additional apparent power limit of 350VA is active by default. NOTE: Parameter 39 is relevant only when parameter 58 is set to 0.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 250

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	functionality disabled
1	350	1W-350W

40 - Response to General Purpose Alarm

Response to General Purpose Alarm

Size: 1 byte

Default: 3

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Turn on the load
2	2	Turn off the load
3	3	Load blinking

41 - Response to Water Flooding Alarm

Response to Water Flooding Alarm

Size: 1 byte

Default: 2

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Turn on the load
2	2	Turn off the load
3	3	Load blinking

42 - Response to Smoke, CO or CO2 Alarm

Response to Smoke, CO or CO2 Alarm

Size: 1 byte

Default: 3

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Turn on the load;
2	2	Turn off the load
3	3	Load blinking

43 - Response to Temperature Alarm

Response to Temperature Alarm

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Turn on the load
2	2	Turn off the load
3	3	Load blinking

44 - Time of alarm state

Time of alarm state. NOTE: Alarm state may be cancelled earlier, as a result of pressing the switch or ending the Z-Wave command frame.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 600

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
1	132767	1-32767 seconds

45 - OVERLOAD alarm report

OVERLOAD alarm report (load power consumption too high)

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Send and alarm frame

46 - LOAD ERROR alarm report

LOAD ERROR alarm report (no load, load failure, burnt out bulb)

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Send and alarm frame

47 - OVERCURRENT alarm report

OVERCURRENT alarm report (short circuit, burnt out bulb causing overcurrent)

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Send and alarm frame

48 - SURGE alarm report

SURGE alarm report (Dimmer 2 output overvoltage)

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Send and alarm frame

49 - OVERHEAT and VOLTAGE DROP alarm report

OVERHEAT (critical temperature) and VOLTAGE DROP (low voltage) alarm report

Size: 1 byte

Default: 1

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	No reaction
1	1	Send and alarm frame

50 - Active power reports

The parameter defines the power level change that will result in a new power report being sent. The value is a percentage of the previous report.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 10

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	power reports disabled
1	100	(1-100%) - power report threshold

52 - Periodic active power and energy reports

Parameter 52 defines a time period between consecutive reports. Timer is reset and counted from zero after each report. 0 - periodic reports disabled 1-32767 (1-32767 seconds)

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 3600

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	periodic reports disabled
1	32767	(1-32767 seconds)

53 - Energy reports

Energy level change which will result in sending a new energy report. 0 - energy reports disabled 1-255 (0.01-2.55 kWh) - report triggering threshold

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 10

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	energy reports disabled
1	255	(0,01 - 2,55 kWh) - report triggering threshold

54 - Self-measurement

The Dimmer 2 may include active power and energy consumed by itself in reports sent to the main controller.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	Self-measurement inactive
1	1	Self-measurement active

58 - Method of calculating the active power

This parameter defines how to calculate active power. It is useful in a case of 2-wire connection with light sources other than resistive. NOTE Parameter 58 is set to 0 after forced auto-calibration.

Size: 1 byte

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	0	measurement based on the standard algorithm
1	1	approximation based on the calibration data
2	2	approximation based on the control angle

59 - Approximated power at the maximum brightness level

This parameter determines the approximate value of the power that will be reported by the device at its maximum brightness level. NOTE Parameter 59 works only when parameter 58 has a value other than 0.

Size: 2 bytes

Default: 0

Minimum: 0

Maximum: 0

Possible values

From	To	Desription
0	500	(0-500W) - power consumed by the load at the maximum brightness level.

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