GW96845 - Digital timer switch Gewiss - Free user manual and instructions

Title	Description
Product type	Digital time switch
Power supply voltage	230 V AC
Frequency	50 Hz
Switching capacity	16 A
Number of programs	20 programs
Accuracy	± 1 minute per month
Display	LCD screen
Dimensions	Compact model
Usage	Ideal for managing lighting and electrical devices
Installation	DIN rail mounting
Maintenance	Regular check of electrical connections
Safety	Complies with electrical safety standards
Warranty	2 years

Frequently Asked Questions - GW96845 Gewiss

How to program the Gewiss GW96845 digital time switch?

To program the Gewiss GW96845, press the 'PROG' button to enter programming mode. Use the arrows to set the hour and minutes, then confirm by pressing 'PROG' again. Repeat this process to set the activation and deactivation times.

Why is the switch not working?

First, check that the switch is properly powered. Make sure the programming is correct and the current time is set properly. If the problem persists, reset the device by unplugging the power for a few minutes.

How to reset the Gewiss GW96845?

To reset the Gewiss GW96845, unplug the power for about 5 minutes. Then reconnect it and follow the programming instructions to reset it.

Can the switch be used for high-power devices?

The Gewiss GW96845 is designed for specific loads. Check the maximum supported power in the user manual. Do not exceed this limit to avoid damaging the switch.

How to change daylight saving time on the switch?

To change daylight saving time, enter programming mode by pressing 'PROG'. Manually adjust the time to reflect the time change. Make sure other programming settings are also correct.

Does the switch work with LED bulbs?

Yes, the Gewiss GW96845 can be used with LED bulbs, provided their power complies with the product specifications. Make sure to choose bulbs compatible with switching devices.

Where to find the user manual for the Gewiss GW96845?

The user manual is usually included in the product packaging. You can also download it from the official Gewiss website in the support or documentation section.

What to do if the display does not turn on?

If the display does not turn on, first check that the device is powered. Also check the electrical connections. If everything seems fine and the display still does not work, the switch may be defective.

USER MANUAL GW96845 Gewiss

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The connection and installation of electrical devices may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.

• Interventions in and changes to the device result in the voiding of the warranty claim.
• Observe your national regulations and the respective safety provisions.
• Minimum diameter of the flexible lines for the terminals: 1 mm ^2 . Maximum diameter: 4 mm ^2 .
• Flexible cables with a cross-section ≤ 1mm^2 should not be attached.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• 70 memory locations
• Date-based programming
• Weekly program * / Holiday program * / Astro program * (Function not available for all products).
• The timer is used for:
  – lighting in private homes and commerce
• advertising / street lighting / shop window lighting
• controlling devices, motors and pumps
• controlling shutters and blinds
  – Presence simulation

- Mounting only on DIN rail

• Suitable for use in dry rooms only!
• Do not install in the vicinity of devices having inductive discharges (motors, transformers, etc.)

INSTALLATION ON DIN RAIL

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TERMINAL DIAGRAM

CH1 = channel 1

CH2 = channel 2 *

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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Display and function keys

• Switch-off commands have a higher priority than switch-on commands.
• The central line of the display, in which the adjusted values and selected menu items are displayed, is displayed larger.
• Flashing means that an entry is required. If you do not enter anything within two minutes, the timer switches back to automatic operation.
• “MAINSOFF” appears on the display when the device is not supplied with power.
• “LOW BATT” appears on the display when a battery change is required within the next two weeks.
• The programs are maintained when resetting. You need to readjust date and time. Pres all 4 buttons at the same time to reset the device.

Display

A Function displays of the two left keys
B Switching state displays (ON/OFF/OVR/FIX)
C 3 display lines
D Weekdays The assignment can be changed in the DATETIME menu, for example to 1 = Sunday.
E Programmed switching times
F Radio antenna
G Display of summer/winter time
H Function displays of the two right keys

Function displays of the two left keys:

△ Scroll upwards in the menu
▽ Scroll downwards in the menu
√ Accept selection/proposal
+ Brief key press = +1 / long key press (about 2 sec) = fast forward
- Brief key press = -1 / long key press (about 2 sec) = fast forward

Keys/Interfaces

I Right keys

J Left keys with manual switch function in Automatic mode

Function displays of the two right keys:

MENU Leaves Automatic mode and enters Programming mode

ESC Brief key press = one step backward Long key press (about 2 sec) = Back to Automatic mode

OK Make a selection and accept

EDT Change programs in “Read mode”

NO Do not execute command

YES Execute command

DEL Delete

MENU STRUCTURE

graph TD
    A["PROGRAM"] --> B["DAYLIGHT"]
    B --> C["CONFIG"]
    D["12H 24H"] --> E["DATETIME LANGUAGE"]
    F["NEW WEEKLY* ASTRO* HOLIDAY* DELETE REVIEW"] --> A
    G["AUTO NO CALIBR 1 CALIBR 2"] --> B
    H["LIGHT PIN H COUNTER ASTRO *"] --> C
    I["AN PM 24H"] --> E
    J["ENGLISH DEUTSCH ..."] --> E

COMMISSIONING - SELECT MENU LANGUAGE

When delivered, the timer is in automatic mode with preset time, date (CET) and menu in English.

Press the Menu button to make set- tings.

Then select the desired setting.

graph TD
    A["Hand pointing at MENU"] --> B["Language"]
    B --> C["ENGLISH"]
    C --> D["OK"]
    C --> E["OK"]

SET DATE AND TIME

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["DATETIME"]
    B --> C["YEAR"]
    C --> D["MONTH"]
    D --> E["DAY"]
    E --> F["DAY *"]
    F --> G["OK"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#bbf,stroke:#333

graph TD
    A["HOUR"] --> B["MINUTE"]
    B --> C["TIMEZONE"]
    C --> D["ASTRO **"]
    D --> E["+ -"]
    E --> F["+ -"]
    F --> G["+ -"]
    G --> H["+ -"]
    H --> I["+ -"]
    I --> J["+ -"]
    J --> K["+ -"]
    K --> L["+ -"]
    L --> M["+ -"]
    M --> N["+ -"]
    N --> O["+ -"]
    O --> P["+ -"]
    P --> Q["+ -"]
    Q --> R["+ -"]
    R --> S["+ -"]
    S --> T["+ -"]
    T --> U["+ -"]
    U --> V["+ -"]
    V --> W["+ -"]
    W --> X["+ -"]
    X --> Y["+ -"]
    Y --> Z["+ -"]
    Z --> AA["+ -"]
    AA --> AB["+ -"]
    AB --> AC["+ -"]
    AC --> AD["+ -"]
    AD --> AE["+ -"]
    AE --> AF["+ -"]
    AF --> AG["+ -"]
    AG --> AH["+ -"]
    AH --> AI["+ -"]
    AI --> AJ["+ -"]
    AJ --> AK["+ -"]
    AK --> AL["+ -"]
    AL --> AM["+ -"]
    AM --> AN["+ -"]
    AN --> AO["+ -"]
    AO --> AP["+ -"]
    AP --> AQ["+ -"]
    AQ --> AR["+ -"]
    AR --> AS["+ -"]
    AS --> AT["+ -"]
    AT --> AU["+ -"]
    AU --> AV["+ -"]
    AV --> AW["+ -"]
    AW --> AX["+ -"]
    AX --> AY["+ -"]

*) Set the weekday in accordance with the current date.
** ) Only appears when the Astro-settings are not set.

SET DATE AND TIME

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["DAYLIGHT"]
    B --> C["AUTO"]
    C --> D["NO"]
    D --> E["CALIBR 1"]
    D --> F["CALIBR 2"]
    E --> G["OK"]
    F --> H["OK"]

The following settings are possible:

AUTO

In-factory default setting as specified by law (USA or EU). It will be recalculated every year.

NO

No changeover.

CALIBR 1 (AUTO)

Manual Programming.

The programmed summer/winter time will be recalculated automatically for each year.

• The change-over always takes place on the first Sunday of the selected month, if the entered date lies between 1. and 15.
• The change-over always takes place on the last Sunday of the selected month, if the entered date lies between 16. and 31.
• The time change-over (summertime/wintertime) occurs on the respective Sunday at 1 o'clock UTC (Coordinated Universal Time).

CALIBR 2 (FIX)

Manual Programming.

The change-over takes place every year always on the same date.

PROGRAMMING

Create a weekly program *

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["PROGRAM"]
    B --> C["NEW"]
    C --> D["WEEKLY"]
    D --> E["SELECT CHL *"]
    E --> F["DAY CHL ON"]
    F --> G["H CHL ON"]
    G --> H["MIN CHL ON"]
    H --> I["DAY CHL OFF **"]
    I --> J["H CHL OFF"]
    J --> K["MIN CHL OFF"]
    K --> L["SAVED"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style L fill:#ccf,stroke:#333

1. Press the MENU KEY.
2. Confirm PROGRAM by pressing OK.
3. Confirm NEW by pressing OK.
4. Confirm WEEKLY by pressing OK.

▷ Free memory locations are briefly displayed.

1. When prompted, select channels and confirm by pressing √

→ OK

The weekday display is flashing.

ON command:

1. Select the desired days △ and confirm by pressing √

→ OK

1. Enter hour (+/-) → OK

2. Enter minutes (+/-) → OK

OFF command:

1. When prompted, select desired days △ and confirm by pressing √

→ OK

1. Enter hour (+/-) → OK

2. Enter minutes (+/-) → OK

The program is saved.

** ) Available only if individual days have been selected for the ON command.

Creating a holiday program \*

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["PROGRAM"]
    B --> C["NEW"]
    C --> D["HOLIDAY"]
    D --> E["OFF"]
    D --> F["ON/OFF"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333

ON/OFF programming

graph TD
    A["ON/OFF"] --> B["SELECT CHL*"]
    B --> C["DAY CHL ON"]
    C --> D["MONTH START"]
    D --> E["DAY START"]
    E --> F["MONTH END"]
    F --> G["DAY END"]

    H["H CHL ON"] --> I["MIN CHL ON"]
    I --> J["DAY CHL OFF **"]
    J --> K["H CHL OFF"]
    K --> L["MIN CHL OFF"]
    L --> M["SAVED"]

If OFF is set, you can select the days of the week on which the time switch is switched off during holidays.

The procedure is the same as for creating a weekly program.

Creating an ASTRO program \*

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["PROGRAM"]
    B --> C["NEW"]
    C --> D["ASTRO"]
    D --> E["SUNSET ON SUNRISE OFF"]
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    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333

The following settings are possible:

SUNSET ON The time switch switches ON at sunset and SUNRISE OFF switches OFF at sunrise

SUNSET OFF The time switch switches OFF at sunset and SUNRISE ON switches ON at sunrise

SUNRISE PULSE The time switch switches ON at sunrise for a certain time (pulse)

SUNSET PULSE The time switch switches ON at sunset for a certain time (pulse)

SUNRISE The time switch switches ON at sunrise and sunset SUNSET for a certain time (pulse) PULSE

Sunset ON / Sunrise OFF

graph TD
    A["SUNSET ON"] --> B["OK"]
    C["SUNRISE OFF"] --> B
    D["SELECT CHL *"] --> E["OK"]
    F["DRY CHL ON"] --> G["OK"]
    H["MINUTES OFFSET"] --> I["OK"]
    J["OFF PERIODE"] --> K["YES"]

graph TD
    A["H CHL OFF"] --> B["OK"]
    C["MIN CHL OFF"] --> D["OK"]
    E["DAY CHL OFF **"] --> F["OK"]
    G["CHANNEL ON"] --> H["YES"]
    I["H CHL ON"] --> J["OK"]
    K["MIN CHL ON"] --> L["OK"]
    M["SAVED"] --> N["+ -"]
    O["+"] --> P["+ -"]
    Q["+"] --> R["+ -"]
    S["+"] --> T["+ -"]
    U["+"] --> V["+ -"]
    W["+"] --> X["+ -"]

1. Confirm SUNSET ON / SUNRISE OFF by pressing OK.

▷ Free memory locations are briefly displayed.
2. When prompted, select channels △ and confirm by pressing √ → OK ▷ The weekday display is flashing.
3. Select the desired days △ and confirm by pressing √ → OK
4. Enter minutes for the OFFSET (+/-) → OK

Offset can be used to offset the ON and OFF switching times of the Astro program. This is done in order to adapt them to the local conditions.

Example SUNSET ON / SUNRISE OFF:

Offset = +00:15 The time switch switches ON 15 minutes after the calculated sunrise and switches OFF 15 minutes after the calculated sunset.

1. Select the OFF PERIOD: YES or NO

▶ Select YES to set the time period (hours and minutes) during which the time switch should switch off, e.g. nighttime switchoff from 23 - 5 h.
▶ Select NO to set no OFF period.

OFF period: YES

1. Enter hour and minute for the OFF command (+/-) → OK
2. When prompted, select desired days △ and confirm by pressing √

1. Select CHANNEL ON: YES or NO

▶ Select YES to set the time period (hours and minutes) during which the time switch should switch on again.

graph LR
    A["Sunset 5 h"] --> B["ON OFF ON OFF"]
    B --> C["23 h"]
    C --> D["Sunrise"]

▶ Select NO if the nighttime switch-off should last to the next sunset.

23 h 23 h ON OFF ON OFF Sunset Sunset

Channel ON: YES

1. Enter hour and minute for the ON command (+/-) → OK

The program is saved.

VIEW AND EDIT PROGRAM

Daily, weekly, yearly and astro programs can be viewed and edited separately.

• Press to scroll through the different program steps.
• Press EDT to edit a program. This procedure is similar to creating a new program.
• Press OK to go to the next program.

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["PROGRAM"]
    B --> C["REVIEW"]
    C --> D["ALL"]
    D --> E["ONO CHANNELS 1"]
    E --> F["P001 EOT/OK"]
    F --> G["OK"]
    G --> H["OK"]
    H --> I["OK"]
    I --> J["OK"]

DELETE PROGRAM

Delete all programs

• Press YES to delete all programs.
• Press NO to delete individual programs.

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["PROGRAM"]
    B --> C["DELETE"]
    C --> D["DELETE ALL"]
    D --> E["CONFIRM"]
    E --> F["OK"]
    E --> G["OK"]
    E --> H["YES"]
    E --> I["YES"]

Delete individual programs

- Press to scroll through the different program steps.

graph TD
    A["DELETE"] --> B["DELETE ALL"]
    B --> C["ON/O"]
    C --> D["P001"]
    D --> E["OK"]
    D --> F["NO"]
    D --> G["DEL"]
    G --> H["YES"]
    I["CONFIRM"] --> J["△"]
    I --> K["△"]

CONFIGURATION

graph TD
    A["MENU"] --> B["CONFIG"]
    B --> C["LIGHT"]
    C --> D["PIN"]
    D --> E["HCOUNTER"]
    E --> F["ASTRO *"]
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    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333

ASTRO – Astro settings *

graph TD
    A["ASTRO"] --> B["COUNTRY"]
    B --> C["UNITED KINGDOM"]
    C --> D["LONDON"]
    D --> E["OK"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333

Click the COUNTRY menu item to select the desired country and city.

The longitudes and latitudes are generated automatically.

If the desired city is not included in the list, you can manually set the longitudes and latitudes via the LAT/LON menu item.

LIGHT – Background illumination

graph TD
    A["Light"] --> B["FIX ON 2 MIN"]
    B --> C["OK"]
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333

PIN – Set PIN

graph TD
    A["Pin 0000"] --> B["ON"]
    A --> C["OFF"]
    D["Pin 0000"] --> E["ON"]
    D --> F["OFF"]
    G["Ground"] --> H["+"]
    I["Ground"] --> J["-"]
    K["Ground"] --> L["Ground"]

HZAEHLER – Set hour counter

graph TD
    A["HCOUNTER"] --> B["SELECT"]
    B --> C["SELECT CHANNEL *"]
    C --> D["OK"]
    C --> E["OK"]
    C --> F["OK"]
    C --> G["OK"]

• Select FIX ON to set the background lighting permanently.

• Select 2 MIN if you want the background lighting to be automatically switched off 2 minutes after your last input.

• Press + - to set a numeric value.

• Press OK to set the next number.
• Select NO PIN, to remove the PIN.

graph TD
    A["HCOUNTER"] --> B["SELECT"]
    B --> C["SELECT CHANNEL *"]
    C --> D["OK"]
    C --> E["OK"]
    C --> F["OK"]
    C --> G["OK"]
    C --> H["OK"]

• Press to select the channels.
• Select REVIEW to check the hour counter.
• Press to scroll through the different program steps
• Press RES to reset the hour counter for this channel.

HCOUNTER – Set service counter

graph TD
    A["HCOUNTER"] --> B["SERVICE"]
    B --> C["CHANNEL *"]
    C --> D["HOURS"]
    D --> E["OOOOO H"]
    E --> F["SERVICE"]
    F --> G["+ -"]
    G --> A
    style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#fcc,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#cff,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#ffc,stroke:#333

You can set the number of operating hours after which a service message is to appear. It will be shown on the display as soon as the counter has reached the number of hours set by you.

• Press to select the channels.
• Press + - to set a numeric value.

AUTOMATIC/MANUAL MODE

• Manual switch: Duration ON / Duration OFF / OVR / Automatic mode
• Left button = channel 1 / Right button = channel 2

Press 1x = FIX ON = Duration ON Press 2x = FIX OFF = Duration OFF Press 3x = OVR = Override mode Press 4x = Automatic mode

OVERRIDE MODE

The Override function (temporary program overwrite) allows the user to finish the currently running program prematurely or start a program to run later before its scheduled start. This depends

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of the current channel status. The Override function applies only to the current program and remains active until the next program change. After that, the timer returns to Automatic mode.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

BATTERY CHANGE

Before changing the battery, the device must be disconnected from the power supply! Date and time will get lost!

1. Lift the battery compartment using a screwdriver.
2. Take the battery out of the support.
3. Insert new (Lithium battery type CR2032) battery into support. Observe polarity of the battery!
4. Push battery support downward until it engages.
5. Dispose of the battery in an environmentally friendly manner.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Dimensions Hx W x D (mm) 45 x 35 x 60

Weight g (approx.) 220

Main voltage See rating plate

Protection class II

Power consumption 1 VA

Switching capacity

- Ohmic load (VDE, IEC) 16 A / 250 V AC

- Inductive load cos φ 0.6 8 A / 250 V AC

- Incandescent-/Halogen lamp load 2000 W

- Fluorescent lamp 1000 W

- Rated load AC1 / AC15 3700W / 750W

Switching contacts Change-over contact

Ambient temperature -10°C... +55°C

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SCHEMA DE BRANCHEMENT

$$ \begin{array}{l} \mathrm{CH1=canal1} \ \mathrm {CH2 = canal 2 ^ {*}} \end{array} $$

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DESCRIPTION DU PRODUIT

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ESQUEMA DE CONEXIÓN

$$ \begin{array}{l} \mathrm{CH1=canal1} \ \mathrm {CH2 = canal 2 ^ {*}} \end{array} $$

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ANSCHLUSSPLAN

$$ \begin{array}{l} \mathrm{CH1} = \text { K a n a l } 1 \ \mathrm{CH2} = \text { Kanal } 2 ^ {*} \ \end{array} $$

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PRODUKTBESCHREIBUNG

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Dispose of the packing material correctly according to legal requirements and regulations. Observe the following notes for disposing of defective system components or the system after its service life:

• Dispose of appropriately, i.e. separating the parts to be disposed of according to material groups.
• Do not throw electrical and electronic components in the bin. Bring these parts to the recycling centers.
• Always ensure the environmentally sound disposal conform to the state-of-the-art environment protection, recycling and disposal engineering.

According to article 9 paragraph 2 of the European Directive 2004/108/EC and to article R2 paragraph 6 of the Decision 768/2008/EC, the responsible for placing the apparatus on the Community market is:

GEWISS S.p.A Via A. Volta, 1 - 24069 Cenate Sotto (BG) Italy Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]

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