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Z-Wave and Power Supply
The thermostat’s node type is pre-determined when it connects to the Z-Wave network; if
the C-Wire is not connected and is only battery-powered when connecting to the network,
the thermostat will remain a frequent listening routing slave (FLiRS) node until it is removed
from the network.
When your thermostat is running on battery power, the Z-Wave radio will turn off to help
conserve battery life. The Thermostat Z-Wave radio module supports Z-Wave beaming,
which allows other devices in the network to wake up the Z-Wave module and accept
commands and then go back to sleep.
When your thermostat is running on C-Wire power, the Z-Wave radio will stay on and
actively help route messages within the Z-Wave network. The thermostat’s node type is
pre-determined when it connects to the Z-Wave network; if the C-Wire is present and
powered when connecting to the network, the thermostat will remain an always-listening
node until it is removed from the network.
Z-Wave and Thermostat Programs
You must connect the Thermostat to a Z-Wave network. This unit cannot operate without a
network connection. When you are paired to a Z-Wave system, the Z-Wave application on
your device controls your thermostat’s programs. You can still temporarily override settings
on the thermostat itself, but otherwise you control it remotely.