Qolsys’ IQ Dimmer is a Z-Wave Plus® cer�fied device with S2 security and SmartStart
features. You can now add this device securely and with ease using QR code on the
product with compa�ble gateways suppor�ng S2 and Smart Start. The IQ Dimmer is
a member of the Z-Wave family and communicates with other Z-Wave cer�fied
devices in a control network. It can be used to turn any plug in lamps On, Off, or
control dimming of any lamps with dimmable light bulbs. Each Z-Wave device also
serves as a node to repeat the signal in the network, thus, extending the overall
Z-Wave mesh wireless network range. Different types and brands of Z-Wave devices
can be associated with the IQ Dimmer in your system and they will work together to
op�mize and expand the coverage of your Z-Wave network.
Works with any AC operated lamps with incandescent and dimmable
florescent (CFL) or LED light bulbs
ON/OFF status and loca�on LED indicator
Remotely or manually turns ON or OFF, or DIM lights
Does not block the second AC outlet
Z-Wave 500 Series module inside
Internal rese�able fuse to protect from surge current
Works with any cer�fied gateway suppor�ng Z-Wave
Z-Wave 500 Series module inside
Please find the QR code label with DSK on the bo�om of the device.
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
Plug the 2-pin AC power plugs of ligh�ng
device to the receptacle of the IQ Dimmer.
Step 1
! WARNING !
RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK & BURNS
DO NOT USE WITH MEDICAL AND LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUMENT
No user serviceable parts are in this module
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product has a grounding type plug that has a
third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet. If the
plug does not fit into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way
CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Overhea�ng And Possible Damage To Other
Equipment, Do Not Install To Control A Motor-Operated Appliance,
A Non-Dimmable Fluorescent Ligh�ng Fixture, Or A Transformer-Supplied Appliance
The ligh�ng devices connected to this Z-Wave module must not exceed 2.5A, 300W
incandescent, 65W dimmable CFL/LED.
SETUP
Step 2
Insert the module's 3-pin plug into an AC
outlet in the same room as your gateway.
In normal opera�ng mode, the LED on the
front panel will be lit.
1. Place your network controller into inclusion mode by following the controller
manufacturer's instruc�ons.
2. When the controller is ready, single click the bu�on on the front of the IQ
Dimmer. The controller should indicate that the new device was added successfully.
3. Once the IQ Dimmer has been successfully added to your home network, you can
move it to the preferred loca�on in the home.
If the controller shows it failed, repeat the procedure.
Step 3
Inclusion/Exclusion: Add or remove the device into your network by a
Z-Wave cer�fied controller. The IQ Dimmer supports the latest S2 security and
SmartStart offered by Z-Wave cer�fied controllers. If your controller supports S2 or
SmartStart, please refer to the user guide of the controller for detailed instruc�ons
on adding or removing devices to/from the network. You should be able to
add/remove the IQ Dimmer into your network using the unique QR code or the DSK
5 digit pin located on the product or packaging. In addi�on, the device can be added
or removed using the tradi�onal method for Z-Wave as follows:
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The connected ligh�ng devices can be controlled manually with a push bu�on
OR Wirelessly with a remotely
A Z-Wave cer�fied controller is capable of se�ng up Qolsys products in your
desired network. Once the device is added, you may assign it to a Group.
Furthermore, it can be set in Associa�on with another Z-Wave device to
perform a specific triggered func�on such as turning lights on when mo�on
is detected. Please refer to the instruc�ons manual of your controller for
details and procedures on how these se�ngs can be done.
BASIC OPERATION
3. Plug the IQ Dimmer back into the
AC outlet with the bu�on pressed
A�er 3 seconds, release the bu�on. If you see the bu�on blink, that means that the
IQ Dimmer has been reset successfully and you may retry Step 3 above to add the
module into your network. Otherwise, please repeat the manual reset procedure.
About the push bu�on:
There is a single bu�on on the IQ Dimmer for manual opera�on that:
This push bu�on is also backlit with an LED indicator that will be On when the
connected appliance is Off, and vice versa. The module may be easily spo�ed
even in a dark environment.
Manually turns the connected ligh�ng ON/OFF by pressing the bu�on. It
func�ons as a toggle switch; if the light is ON, pressing the bu�on turns
the light OFF and vice a versa.
Adjust the brightness level of the connected ligh�ng by pressing and
holding the bu�on. Release the bu�on when the desired level is reached.
It func�ons as a toggle switch as well. The ligh�ng keeps dimming un�l the
minimum level is reached or the bu�on is released. When you press the
bu�on again and hold, the brightness of the light will keep increasing un�l
the maximum level is reached or when the bu�on is released.
Adds(Includes) or Deletes(Excludes) your IQ Dimmer to/from your Z-Wave
network. Please refer to the instruc�ons manual of your gateway or
remote controller for detail procedures on how these ac�ons can be done.
In the event of a power failure, the Qolsys device will return to the last dimming
level a�er the power is restored.
Press here
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B)
C)
Manual Reset
If Inclusion s�ll fails a�er the 2nd a�empt, you need to
first reset the IQ Dimmer before repea�ng the above
step. The manual reset method is as follows:
2. Press and hold the bu�on on the IQ Dimmer.
1. Unplug the IQ Dimmer from the AC
outlet and also unplug the power plug of
the appliance from the IQ Dimmer (if
plugged in).
IQ Dimmer
QZ2140-840
(Model: PD-100)
This product speaks
with other Z-Wave
cer�fied devices
Plug In Dimmer
Note:
If the IQ Dimmer was previously Added (Included) in your network, rese�ng it
locally does not mean it has been removed from your network. If you wish to remove the
IQ Dimmer from your network you will need to Delete (Exclude) the module from the
network by your controller. If the IQ Dimmer is removed from the network suppor�ng S2
security, the only way to add the device back into the network is using the QR code or
the DSK code. Therefore, please store the QR code on the product as well as copy of the
full DSK printed on the package in a safe loca�on.
Use the manual reset procedure only in the event that the network primary
controller is lost or otherwise inoperable.
