MCF-LW06420D - Home Automation MCF88 - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring
Model	MCF-LW06420D
Brand	MCF88
Dimensions	4.5 x 2.8 x 1.6 inches (114 x 71 x 41 mm)
Weight	3.2 oz (90 g)
Power Supply	AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Maximum Load	15A / 1800W (resistive)
Wireless Connectivity	Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz (802.11 b/g/n), Bluetooth 5.0
App Control	MCF88 Home App (iOS & Android)
Voice Control	Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri Shortcuts
Energy Monitoring	Real-time power consumption tracking
Scheduling	Customizable on/off schedules and timers
Remote Control	Yes, via internet from anywhere
Scene Integration	Works with MCF88 scenes and routines
Certifications	FCC, CE, RoHS
Operating Temperature	32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Material	Fire-resistant PC/ABS plastic
Surge Protection	Built-in 400J surge protection
Button	Manual power button on device
LED Indicator	Status LED (blue for on, red for setup)
Warranty	1-year limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - MCF-LW06420D MCF88

How do I reset the MCF-LW06420D to factory settings?

Press and hold the manual button on the side for 10 seconds until the LED blinks red rapidly. Release to complete reset.

Can I use this smart plug outdoors?

No, the MCF-LW06420D is designed for indoor use only. It is not weatherproof.

What app do I need to control this device?

Download the MCF88 Home app from the App Store or Google Play. Create an account and follow the in-app pairing instructions.

Does it work with Apple HomeKit?

It supports Apple Siri Shortcuts via the app, but not native HomeKit. You can create automations using the MCF88 Home app.

How do I pair the smart plug with Wi-Fi?

Open the MCF88 Home app, tap 'Add Device', and follow the prompts. Ensure your phone is on a 2.4 GHz network and the plug is in pairing mode (LED blinks rapidly).

What is the maximum load this plug can handle?

The rated maximum load is 15A / 1800W for resistive loads. For inductive loads (motors), reduce to 10A/1200W.

Can I monitor energy usage historically?

Yes, the MCF88 Home app provides daily, weekly, and monthly energy consumption charts.

My smart plug keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi. What should I do?

Ensure your router is within range and not overloaded. Try rebooting the plug and router. If issue persists, reset the plug and re-pair.

Is the smart plug compatible with 5 GHz Wi-Fi?

No, it only supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Your phone must be connected to the 2.4 GHz band during setup.

Can I control the plug when I'm away from home?

Yes, as long as the plug and your phone have internet access. Use the app to turn it on/off remotely.

USER MANUAL MCF-LW06420D MCF88

MCF-LW06420D is a class A LoRaWAN interface, able to read 2 analog inputs 4-20mA and 2 analog inputs 0-10V with a resolution of 12 bit. Inputs have an insulation of 1000Vdc with respect to the power supply, and are protected against polarity inversion. It has a protected digital output to drive a load 24Vac/dc up to 500mA, useful for power the connected sensors only when making the measurement, and save energy.

MCF-LW06420D is available with an optional DIN rail mount board (MCF-DIN105) as follow:

mcf88 MCF1W06420D 31/18 DevEUI 70B3 D59F F003 8BED FW 01.21 HW 1328P0 1C21P0 1F40P0 mcf88081-0 J1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 J2 mcf88

2. CONNECTION OF THE DEVICE

2.1 Connection as stand-alone device:

CE J1 mcf88 MCF-LW06420D 31/18 DevEUI 70B3 D58F F003 8BED FW:01.21 HW:1328P0 1C21P0 1F40P0 J3.10 J3.1

Pin	Name	Description
J3.7	IO5	Digital output positive (yellow)
J3.8	IO6	Digital output negative (white)
J3.9	GND	Negative power supply (black)
J3.10	VDD	Positive power supply range [10-36Vdc] (red)

Power can also be supplied by USB.

2.2 Connection with MCF-DIN105:

Close-up of a green printed circuit breaker with terminal labels (O1–O6, mcf88, J2) and connector pins, mounted on a black electronic device casing (no readable text beyond labels)

2.2.1 Digital output:

Pin	Name	Description
J1.1
J1.2
J1.3
J1.4
J1.5
J1.6
J1.7	IO5	Digital output positive
J1.8	IO6	Digital output negative

Maximum load voltage: 26Vac/34Vdc Maximum load current: 500mA.

2.2.2 Power supply:

Pin	Name	Description
J2.1	VDD	Positive power supply range [10-36Vdc]
J2.2	GND	Negative power supply

Power can also be supplied by USB.

2.3 Analog inputs

CE J1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 mcf88

Pin	Name	Descriprion	Range	Resolution
J1.1	AI1	Analog input 1	4-20mA	12 bit
J1.2	GA	Common
J1.3	AI2	Analog input 2	4-20mA	12 bit
J1.4	GA	Common
J1.5	AI3	Analog input 3	0-10V	12 bit
J1.6	GA	Common
J1.7	AI4	Analog input 4	0-10V	12 bit
J1.8	GA	Common

	Voltmetric (0-10V)	Current Loop (4-20mA)
Input resistance	20KΩ	125Ω
Absolute maximum value	12V	24mA
Max error	±0.1%
Insulation	1000Vdc

For inputs AI1 and AI2 current values less than 3mA generate a “disconnected sensor” condition.

Caution: inputs are not galvanically isolated from each other.

Connection examples for current inputs:

- 1 sensor + 4-20mA - + Power SUPPLY Sensor MCF-LW06420 AI1 GA

graph TD
    A["Power Supply"] --> B["Sensor 1: +"]
    A --> C["Sensor 2: -"]
    B --> D["4-20mA Current Path"]
    C --> E["4-20mA Current Path"]
    D --> F["MCF-LW06420 Module"]
    E --> F
    G["+ -"] --> H["Al1"]
    G --> I["Al2"]
    G --> J["GA"]

2.4 Connect the antenna as shown below, using the provided clip to hold the antenna connector in place:

Green transparent device with black body and white connector, no visible text or symbols

3. LORAWAN™ ACTIVATION

The device supports the following activations on a LoRaWAN ^™ network:

NONE: sensor not activated

OTAA: needs settings of appkey and appEUI

OTAA MCF88: Over the air activation according to mcf88 specifications

ABP: needs settings of NwkSkey, AppSkey, DevAddr

The device exits factory activated with NONE mode. The devEUI of the device is shown on the product label. MCF-LW06420D is a Class A LoRaWAN ^™ device.

4. DEVICE CONFIGURATION

The activation parameters and the device settings can be read and modified via USB using the appropriate "LoRaWEB" desktop application (https://iot.mcf88.cloud/LoRaWeb/#/configuration):

LoRaWAN® Parameters

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LoRaWAN® Network Key App Key Device Address AppEUI DevEUI 70B3D 5497107028 LoRa Band Europe EU [868 MHz] LoRaWAN® Activation NONE OTAA MCF88 OTAA ABP Carrier Any Objurious Network Public Network Private Network

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IoT.mcf88.cloud/LoRaWeb/#/configuration Setup Download Resources Info Request offer Status: DISABLED NONE Device MCF-LW06420 DevEUI 70B3D96*7512006 Class C Firmware version 0.02.07 CheckSum 0288982A LoRa Version 2.00.159 Last Reading Device: 2020/04/30 12:47:50 Local: 2020/04/30 14:47:52 Help LoRaBridge Port 8100 COM Port COM3 - mcf88 USB VCom End node info SETUP DIAGNOSTIC ADVANCED Options Led working Yes No Time Sync uplink Yes No Confirmed Uplinks Yes No Single Join/Day Yes No Period [min] 10 Delay for the analog input reading [sec] 0 Others USB Standard Debug Timezone None Data retrieval interval (minutes) Set the time (in seconds) between the activation of the output and the reading of the inputs (settling time). If 0 the reading is immediate and the output remains OFF. Last reading

5. INSTALLATION

The magnetic antenna must be positioned on a metal body. It should preferably be vertical and at least 30 cm away from other metal bodies.

The installation must take place in a place where the LoRaWAN ^TM signal coverage is good (SF=7 optimal, SF=12 weak).

6. ORDERING CODE

Ordering Code	Description
MCF-LW06420D	4-20mA/0-10V to LoRaWAN interface EU863-870
MCF-LW06420D-AS	4-20mA/0-10V to LoRaWAN interface AS923
MCF-DIN105	DIN Rail option 105mm