Home Center 3 Lite - Smart Home Fibaro - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	Fibaro
Model	Home Center 3 Lite
Product type	Smart home controller
Radio protocol	Z-Wave
Radio frequencies	EU 868.40/868.42 MHz; HK 919.82/919.80 MHz; ANZ 921.40/921.42 MHz; RU 869.00/869.02 MHz
Power supply	9-12 VDC (power adapter included)
Network interface	10/100 Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45)
Dimensions (L x W x H)	90 x 90 x 33 mm
Operating temperature	10°C to 40°C
Maximum transmission power	0 dBm
Compliance	RED 2014/53/EU, RoHS 2011/65/EU, RoHS 2015/863
Warranty	24 months (consumer), 12 months (business)
Remote access	Via home.fibaro.com (configuration required)
Configuration	Via FIBARO Finder (PC) or mobile app (iOS/Android)
Package contents	Home Center 3 Lite, power adapter, Ethernet cable
Maintenance	Clean with a dry, soft cloth. Do not use solvents.
Safety	Do not expose to moisture. Do not open or repair yourself. Use a certified installer for mains connections.
Usage	Indoors only
Main functions	Room management, adding Z-Wave devices, creating scenes, local and remote control
Update	Automatic via web interface or app; dedicated LED flashes if update available

Frequently Asked Questions - Home Center 3 Lite Fibaro

How do I connect the Home Center 3 Lite?

Attach the antenna (screw it on), connect the Ethernet port to the router using the supplied cable, plug in the power adapter, then briefly press the POWER button. After a few seconds, the device is ready.

What should I do if the Z-Wave LED is flashing?

This is normal: the LED flashes when the controller sends commands to Z-Wave devices on the network.

How do I add a Z-Wave device?

In the interface, go to Devices > Add or remove device, click Add (inclusion mode) and follow the device's instructions. Make sure it is close to the Home Center Lite during inclusion.

How do I access the Home Center Lite remotely?

By default, access is limited to the local network. For remote access, create an account at home.fibaro.com and configure it in the controller settings.

How do I update the software?

Log into the web interface, go to Configuration, scroll down and click Start upgrade if available. A dedicated LED also flashes when an update is ready.

What is the Z-Wave range?

Typical indoor range is about 30 meters, but it may vary depending on obstacles (walls, furniture). The Z-Wave network can be extended with repeaters.

Can I use the Home Center Lite without an Internet connection?

Yes, all local functions (device control, scenes) work on the local network. Remote access and some updates require Internet.

How do I clean the Home Center Lite?

Use a dry, soft cloth. Never use solvents, abrasives, or liquids. Avoid moisture.

What should I do if the device does not power on?

Check that the power adapter is properly connected and the outlet works. If the problem persists, contact technical support or an authorized reseller.

What is the warranty period?

The warranty is 24 months for consumers and 12 months for businesses from the date of purchase. It covers defects in materials and workmanship. For details, see the full manual.

USER MANUAL Home Center 3 Lite Fibaro

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IMPORTANT!

Read the manual before attempting to use the device!

Support

For more information about FIBARO System, like video guides, technical manuals, configuration parameters and declarations, visit our website: manuals.fibaro.com. If you still need some assistance, contact our Technical Support or a closest certified FIBARO reseller which can be found at www.fibaro.com.

Note:

Some of the FIBARO System components installation may involve mains voltage connection. It can be dangerous. If you are not sure how to install the devices, use a certified installer's services.

Do not expose this product to moisture, water or other liquids.

Do not attempt to examine or repair this product yourself.

This product is designed for indoor use only. Do not use outside!

Contents

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AC/DC Adapter Ethernet Cable

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1. Connect antenna 2. Connect ethernet cable

Start from connecting the antenna, by turning the mounting screw clockwise.

Using the included ethernet cable, connect Home Center Lite's LAN port to a router in order to connect the gateway to internet.

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3. Connect power adapter 4. Turn on Home Center Lite

Connect the included power adapter to Home Center Lite and plug it to the mains socket.

Press the POWER button briefly. Your Home Center Lite will be ready to work in few seconds.

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Your Local Network

Connect your Home Center Lite with a router using the included LAN cable and start the gateway. From now on Home Center Lite will be visible to all devices within your local area network (LAN).

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Remote Access

By default the Home Center Lite is visible only within your local network. To enable remote access from outside of your local network, configure a home.fibaro.com account.

LED diodes

LEDs located on the front panel of the Home Center Lite enclosure have the following purpose:

Power

Glows when the power supply is on.

Lan Network

Glows when the HCL is connected to the local network.

Internet

Glows when the HCL is connected to the internet.

Z-Wave

Blinks when the HCL sends commands to the Z-Wave network devices.

Update available

Blinks when a software update is available.

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First launch on desktop

Go to www.fibaro.com/support and download FIBARO Finder.

Launch FIBARO Finder and click Refresh.

Select your Home Center Lite and click Connect.

Log in with the defaults: admin / admin

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Select Configuration from the main menu.

Scroll down to the bottom and click Start upgrade (if not visible - wait a few minutes and refresh the page).

When a new software is installed, log back in.

First launch on mobile devices

Download FIBARO mobile app appropriate for your device.

For iPhone: www.fibaro.com/ios-app

For Android: www.fibaro.com/android-app

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Launch downloaded app.

Select your Home Center Lite from the list.

Log in with the defaults: admin / admin

Follow the steps of the configuration wizard.

Create Rooms

When setting up your intelligent home start with creating rooms to reflect the layout of your home. Select Rooms from the main menu.

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Add Section

Section Name

Sections

Section is a group of rooms in your home. Section may be whole floor or a few rooms.

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Rooms

Name the room and choose the section the Section to which you would like to add it.

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Change an icon

Each room can be represented by the unique icon. You can change the icons in the advanced room's settings.

Add devices

After creating the rooms you can start adding the devices.

Select "Devices" from the main menu.

Select the "Add or remove device" option from the left side menu. Click "Add" to start adding a new device (learning mode).

Add or remove device

The timer will count down the time (30 sec by default) for you to add a new device to the Z-Wave network (inclusion).

Note that the device needs to be located within direct range of the Home Center Lite during the inclusion process.

Please refer to each device's manual for further information on how to include it into the Z-Wave network.

NOTE:

Danger of electrocution! If you are not sure how to connect a device to the wires, please contact a qualified installer.

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Conformity with EU directives:

RED 2014/53/EU

RoHS 2011/65/EU

RoHS 2015/863

Simplified EU declaration of conformity:

Hereby, Fibar Group S.A. declares that the device is in compliance with Directives 2014/53/EU and 2011/65/EU, 2015/863. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.manuals.fibaro.com

ATTENTION!

This product is not a toy. Keep away from children and animals!

WEEE Directive Compliance:

Device labelled with this symbol should not be disposed with other household wastes. It shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.

Specifications:

Power supply:	9-12 VDC (included)
Network interface:	10/100 Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45)
Operating temperature:	10-40°C
Radio protocol:	Z-Wave
Radio frequency:	EU 868.40/868.42 MHz; HK 919.82/919.80 MHz; ANZ 921.40/921.42 MHz; RU 869.00/869.02 MHz;
Dimensions (L x W x H):	90 x 90 x 33 mm
Maximum transmit power: 0dBm

Guarantee terms and conditions

1. FIBAR GROUP S.A. with its registered office in Wysogotowo, ul. Serdeczna 3, 62-081 Wysogotowo, entered into the Register of Entrepreneurs of the National Court Register maintained by the District Court for Poznań-Nowe Miasto and Wilda in Poznań, VIII Commercial Division of the National Court Register (KRS) under number: 553265, NIP 7811858097, REGON: 301595664, share capital PLN 1,182,100 paid in full, other contact information is available at: www.fibaro.com (hereinafter „the Manufacturer“) guarantees that the device sold (hereinafter: „the Device“ is free from material and manufacturing defects.

2. The Manufacturer shall be responsible for malfunctioning of the Device resulting from physical defects inherent in the Device that cause its operation to be incompatible with the specifications within the period of:

• 24 months from the date of purchase by the consumer,

- 12 months from the date of purchase by a business customer (the consumer and business customer are further collectively referred to as „Customer”).

1. The Manufacturer shall remove any defects revealed during the guarantee period, free of charge, by repairing or replacing (at the sole discretion of the Manufacturer) the defective components of the Device with new or regenerated components. The manufacturer reserves the right to replace the entire Device with a new or regenerated device. The Manufacturer shall not refund money paid for the device.

2. Under special circumstances, the Manufacturer may replace the Device with a different device most similar in technical characteristics.

3. Only the holder of a valid guaranty document shall be entitled to make claims under guarantee.

4. Before making a complaint, the Manufacturer recommends using the telephone or online support available at https://www.fibaro.com/support/.

5. In order to make a complaint, the Customer should contact the Manufacturer via the email address given at https://www.fibaro.com/support/.

6. After the complaint has been properly filed, the Customer will receive contact details for the Authorized Guarantee Service („AGS“). The customer should contact and deliver the Device to AGS. Upon receipt of the Device, the manufacturer shall inform the Customer of the return merchandise authorization number (RMA).

7. Defects shall be removed within 30 days from the date of delivering the Device to AGS. The guarantee period shall be extended by the time in which the Device was kept by AGS.

8. The faulty device shall be provided by the Customer with complete standard equipment and documents proving its purchase.

9. The cost of transporting the Device in the territory of the Republic of Poland shall be covered by the Manufacturer. The costs of the Device transport from other countries shall be covered by the Customer. For unjustified complaints, AGS may charge the Customer with costs related to the case.

10. AGS shall not accept a complaint claim when:

- the Device was misused or the manual was not observed,

- the Device was provided by the Customer incomplete, without accessories or nameplate,

- it was determined that the fault was caused by other reasons than a material or manufacturing defect of the Device

- the guarantee document is not valid or there is no proof of purchase, 13. The guarantee shall not cover:

- mechanical damages (cracks, fractures, cuts, abrasions, physical deformations caused by impact, falling or dropping the device or other object, improper use or not observing the operating manual);

- damages resulting from external causes, e.g.: flood, storm, fire, lightning, natural disasters, earthquakes, war, civil disturbance, force majeure, unforeseen accidents, theft, water damage, liquid leakage, battery spill, weather conditions, sunlight, sand, moisture, high or low temperature, air pollution;

- damages caused by malfunctioning software, attack of a computer virus, or by failure to update the software as recommended by the Manufacturer;

- damages resulting from: surges in the power and/or telecommunication network, improper connection to the grid in a manner inconsistent with the operating manual, or from connecting other devices not recommended by the Manufacturer.

- damages caused by operating or storing the device in extremely adverse conditions, i.e. high humidity, dust, too low (freezing) or too high ambient temperature. Detailed permissible conditions for operating the Device are defined in the operating manual;

- damages caused by using accessories not recommended by the Manufacturer

- damages caused by faulty electrical installation of the Customer, including the use of incorrect fuses;

- damages caused by Customer's failure to provide maintenance and servicing activities defined in the operating manual;

- damages resulting from the use of spurious spare parts or accessories improper for given model, repairing and introducing alterations by unauthorized persons;

• defects caused by operating faulty Device or accessories.

1. The guarantee shall not cover natural wear and tear of the Device and its components listed in the operating manual and in technical documentation as such elements have a defined operational life.

2. The Device Guarantee shall not exclude, limit or suspend the Customer's warranty rights.

3. The Manufacturer shall not be liable for damages to property caused by defective device. The Guarantor shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, or for any damages, including, inter alia, loss of profits, savings, data, loss of benefits, claims by third parties and any other damages arising from or related to the use of the Device.

FIBARO

WAŻNE!

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Antena Home Center Lite

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Twoja sieć lokalna

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Home Center Home Design Home Control Panel

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Antenne Home Center Lite

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Antenne Home Center Lite

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Antena Home Center Lite

1. Coloque la antena 2. Conecte el cable Ethernet

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3. Conecte el transformador 4. Encienda el Home Center Lite

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Su Red Local

Download on the App Store

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Descarga la App.

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Antena Home Center Lite

1. Conectar a antena 2. Ligue o Cabo de Rede

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A sua Rede Local

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Acesse a www.fibaro.com/support e faça download do FIBARO Finder

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Adattatore AC/DC

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Cavo Ethernet

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Antenna Home Center Lite

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1. Collega l'antenna 2. Collega il cavo ethernet

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AC/DC Adapter Ethernet Kábel

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