User's Manual
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Specifications
Model number
C4-Z2C
System requirements
Control4 OS system
requirements
OS version 2.10.0 or greater
Control4 system
integration
Each installed ZigBee Contact Sensor requires
input connections to the Composer project.
Driver
The ZigBee Contact Sensor (C4-Z2C) is available in
the Composer Online Driver Database.
Communication
Networks supported
Control4 ZigBee Pro mesh networking protocol,
based on the IEEE 802.15.4 ZigBee standard
ZigBee data rate
250 kbps
ZigBee frequency
range
2.405 – 2.475 GHz
Connections
Contact sensor input
4 inputs, accepts AWG 16-28, common ground
connection.
External thermistor
1 thermistor input, sold separately.
See “Accessories”
Integrated features
Internal contact
Internal magnetic reed switch
Requires external magnet, sold separately
Integrated internal
thermistor
Internal thermistor can be used for local
temperature sensing: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Integrated humidistat
Can measure local humidity from 5% to 90%.
Power
Power consumption
100mA at 3V, fully active
Power
AA batteries (2), included
Other
Available colors
Black (water-based paintable enclosure)
Dimensions (L × W × H)
3.1” (78.7 mm) × 2.6” (65.7 mm) × 1.05” (26.6 mm)
Weight
2.5 oz. (70.9 g) without batteries
Environmental
Temperature:
Operational 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage -20°F to 158°F (-29°C to 70°C)
Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
This device is not waterproof and must be kept out
of direct contact with water. The product must not
be immersed.
Paintable enclosure
The cover assembly plastics are paintable with any
water-based residential paints. Do not clog the
cover assembly vent holes with paint.
Accessories
External thermistor
ZCA-EXT10A, AC-DOTS1-W, AC-PMT51-W
Installing
1 Place the device in a location which ensures the following:
• Easy access to any externally-connected wires
• ZigBee mesh networking eciency
Note: Make sure the device has good ZigBee wireless
reception by (1) ensuring it is within range of another
ZigBee device and (2) avoiding other electrical
equipment that may cause interference with the ZigBee
signal (such as cordless telephones that operate on the
2.4 GHz frequency.)
• Avoiding unnecessary exposure to extreme environmental
conditions.
IMPORTANT! Do not place the device in direct sunlight.
2 If an external thermistor is used with the device, place
it away from direct sunlight, drafts, doorways, skylights,
windows, and exterior walls for best accuracy.
3 Detach the tray from the cover by inserting a flat screwdriver
into the opening slot in the side of the cover and pushing
in gently, while at the same time pulling the cover out and
away from the tray.
Temperature chamber/LED display
Internal contact location
Opening slot
Cover
Tray
The cover holds the radio logic board
(the actual device) and pins and the
internal contact. The cover attaches
to the tray. The tray holds the wiring
terminals and is mounted to a wall or
flat surface.
The cover “rocks” into contact with
the tray. To separate the two, insert a
screwdriver or other flat object into the
opening slot on the side of the cover,
gently push in and then “rock” it away
from the tray.
4 Position the tray against the wall or other flat surface.
5 If you are using the internal contact, position the device so
that the narrow indentation that marks the internal contact
(on the long edge of the cover) aligns with the external
magnet (not included).
B
B
B
B
Indentation
6 Mark the locations of the four screw holes on the wall.
7 If mounting the device to drywall, remove the tray from the
wall and drill four 3/16-inch (4.75mm) mounting holes at the
four screw hole locations (B) previously marked on the wall.