9478 - Home Automation RADEMACHER - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	RADEMACHER
Model	9478
Product Type	DuoFern Sun Sensor
Power Supply	Solar cell charging internal energy store
Charging Time	Approx. 10 to 25 minutes
Transmission Frequency	434.5 MHz
Transmission Power	10 mW
Transmission Range	Approx. 10 m
Dimensions (Diameter x Height)	75 mm x 26.5 mm
Max. Number of Actuators	5
Controls	Connect button, Disconnect button, Rotary controller
Status LED	Red/Green
Mounting	Sucker on window pane
Functions	Brightness-dependent control, automated solar functions, test ping, purging, reset
Safety	Use in dry rooms only; avoid damage; use pulling handle for removal
Compliance	CE (R&TTE, Low Voltage, EMC directives)
Item Number	3200 00 69

Frequently Asked Questions - 9478 RADEMACHER

How do I charge the DuoFern sun sensor before fitting?

Hold the solar cell of the DuoFern sun sensor towards a light source such as the sun or an 11 Watt energy-saving bulb until the status LED flashes red. Charging time is approximately 10 to 25 minutes. Do not use halogen bulbs, LEDs, or standard light bulbs as their radiated heat can damage the sensor.

What is the correct position for mounting the sun sensor?

Secure the DuoFern sun sensor as far down the window pane as possible using the sucker. Position it so sunlight falls on the sensor with minimal obstruction. Ensure the fixing point is free of grease and dust. The sensor must not be shaded by blinds, trees, or other objects at any time.

How do I register the sun sensor with a DuoFern actuator?

Switch the DuoFern actuator to login mode (see its manual). Press the Connect button on the sun sensor once quickly. The sensor transmits a login signal for 10 seconds. If successful, the status LED lights green for two seconds. You can register up to 5 actuators.

How do I log out the sun sensor from an actuator?

Switch the DuoFern actuator to logout mode (see its manual). Press the Disconnect button on the sun sensor once quickly. The sensor transmits a logout signal for 10 seconds. If successful, the status LED lights green for two seconds.

How can I test if the actuators are within radio range?

Press the Connect button twice quickly. The DuoFern sun sensor transmits a test signal to all registered actuators. Each actuator has a specific reaction to confirm the test signal (see actuator manual). This is called a 'test ping'.

What does the 'purging' function do?

Purging permanently logs off an unavailable actuator from the sun sensor. Press and hold the Connect button for 5 seconds. The status LED flashes red during purging and lights green for two seconds when complete. This reduces unnecessary energy consumption.

How do I set the current blind position as the sunshine position?

Manually move the blinds to the desired sunshine position. Press the Disconnect button twice quickly. The sun sensor signals all registered actuators to apply that position as the new sunshine position.

How do I reset the sun sensor to factory settings?

Press and hold the Disconnect button for 5 seconds. This deletes all registered actuators and returns the sensor to its original state. The light sensitivity setting via the rotary controller is not reset.

What should I do if the status LED flashes red twice?

This indicates the internal energy store is empty. You need to recharge the sun sensor by exposing the solar cell to a suitable light source (sun or 11W energy-saving bulb) until the LED flashes red again (fully charged). Charge for about 10-25 minutes.

What are the safety precautions for using the sun sensor?

Only use the sun sensor in dry rooms. Never use defective equipment – contact customer service. Remove the sensor only using the pulling handle to avoid damage. The radio system must not be used for safety-critical applications without additional safety equipment.

USER MANUAL 9478 RADEMACHER

DuoFern Sonnensensor

Operating and Assembly Manual 15

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Diese Anleitung...

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Operating and Assembly Manual 15

Item no:

3200 00 69

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With your purchase of a DuoFern sun sensor, you have chosen a quality product manufactured by RADEMACHER. Thank you for the trust you have placed in us.

This product has been developed with the greatest possible convenience and optimum user-friendliness in mind. Having applied uncompromising quality standards, and carried out thorough testing, we are proud to be able to present you with this innovative product.

It's brought to you by all the highly-qualified personnel here at RADEMACHER.

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These instructions...

...describe how to install and operate the DuoFern sun sensor.

Before you begin, please read these instructions through completely and follow all the safety instructions. Please store these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owners.

Damage resulting from non-compliance with these instructions and safety instructions will void the guarantee. We assume no liability for any consequential damage.

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1. General view 18
2. Key to symbols 19
3. General safety information 19
4. Proper use 19
5. Improper use.... 20
6. Functional description...... 20
6.1 Description of automated solar functions 21
7. Charge the DuoFern sun sensor before fitting 22
8. Correct position of the DuoFern sun sensor 22
9. Registering the DuoFern sun sensor ...... 23
10. Logging the DuoFern sun sensor out ..... 24
11. Starting a connection test (test ping) ..... 24
12. Purging 25
13. Apply the current sunshine position ..... 25
14. Reset (restore delivery settings) 26
15. Technical Specifications 26
16. CE-Mark und EC-Conformity...... 27

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1. Status LED (red/green)
2. Connect button[ ]

1x = Login mode

2x = Test

5 Sec. = Purging

1. Disconnect button [ ○○]

1x = Logout mode

2 x = Set sunshine position

5 Sec. = Reset

1. Solar cell (on the bottom)
2. Pulling grip
3. Rotary controller (sensitivity to sunlight)
4. Sucker

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2. Key to symbols

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This concerns your safety.

Please pay particular attention and carefully follow all instructions marked with this symbol.

NOTE/IMPORTANT/CAUTION

This is to draw your attention to information that is important for trouble-free operation.

Please read the operating instructions for an external device described at this point, (e.g. a tubular motor actuator).

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3. General safety information

The use of defective equipment can lead to personal injury and damage to property.

Never use defective or damaged equipment. Please contact our Customer Service department in this event.

IMPORTANT

Avoid damaging the sun sensor. Only remove the sensor from the window using the pulling handle (5).

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4. Proper use

Only use the DuoFern sun sensor for brightness-dependent control of DuoFern actuators.

Operating conditions:

◆ Only fit and operate the DuoFern sun sensor in dry rooms.

The installation and operation of the DuoFern radio system and its components (e.g. DuoFern sun sensor) is only permitted for those systems and devices where a malfunction in the transmitter or receiver would not cause a danger to personnel or property or where this risk is already covered by other safety equipment.

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5. Improper use

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- Never use the DuoFern radio system and its components for the remote control of appliances and systems with increased safety-relevant requirements or where there is an accident risk. This would require additional safety equipment. Observe the respective statutory regulations for the installation of such systems.

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6. Functional description

You can use the DuoFern sun sensor to control multiple DuoFern actuators (e.g. for blinds or electrical consumers) on a brightness-dependent basis. To do this, secure the sun sensor to the window pane using the sucker (7).

The power supply

The power supply for the DuoFern sun sensor is through a solar cell (4) on the bottom which charges up an internal energy store.

The controls

The DuoFern sun sensor has three controls:

◆(2) Connect button [O]
◆(3) Disconnect button [○○]
◆(6) Rotary controller

The connect button (2) and the disconnect button (3) have multiple functions which are described in more detail in the chapters below. The rotary controller (6) is used to adjust sensitivity to sunlight directly on the DuoFern sun sensor.

Requirements for correct functionality:

◆The DuoFern sun sensor needs to be fully charged (see page 22/23).
◆ The DuoFern sun sensor needs to be registered with all actuators required.
◆ The automated solar functions for the relevant actuator must be activated and the sunshine position set.
◆ The actuators must be within the radio range of the DuoFern sun sensor (10 m).

The DuoFern sun sensor measures the current brightness. Light sensitivity can be adjusted using the rotary controller (6).

High light sensitivity

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Low light sensitivity

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NOTE

Adjust the brightness to the level at which the blinds should be closed.

Note the status LED (1), which lights up as follows:

◆ 2 x green, if the current brightness is greater than the light sensitivity set.
◆ 2 x red, if the current brightness is less than the light sensitivity set.
◆ no lights, if the current brightness is outside the measuring range of the DuoFern sun sensor.

The automated solar functions are activated ...:

◆ if the current brightness goes over the brightness set for 10 minutes. A switching command is then sent to the actuators registered.

The automated solar functions are stopped ...:

◆ if the current brightness goes below the brightness set for 20 minutes. A signal is also sent to the actuators registered.

◆ if the DuoFern sun sensor's energy store is empty.

Please read the operating instructions for the relevant actuator in order to adjust all relevant actuator-specific settings on the automated solar functions. Some settings may need to be changed on the actuator to implement the sunshine position correctly.

Check the following settings in the relevant actuator.

◆Runtime
◆Sunshine position

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7. Charge the DuoFern sun sensor before fitting

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The DuoFern sun sensor needs to be fully charged up before it can be successfully commissioned. To do this, hold the solar cell of the DuoFern sun sensor towards a light source (the sun or an 11 Watt energy-saving bulb) until the status LED (1) flashes red.

CAUTION

◆Halogen bulbs / LEDs and standard light bulbs are not suitable for charging the DuoFern sun sensor.
◆The radiated heat from these bulbs can damage the sun sensor.

Charging time:

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8. Correct position of the DuoFern sun sensor

Secure the DuoFern sun sensor as far down window pane as possible using the sucker.

◆ Position the DuoFern sun sensor to allow the sunlight to fall onto the sensor with as little impediment as possible.
Make sure the fixing point is as free as possible of grease and dust to ensure the sensor sticks well.

The DuoFern sun sensor must not be shaded at any point.

A shadow must not be cast over the DuoFern sun sensor either by the blinds moving into the sunshine position or by trees or similar.

You must register the DuoFern sun sensor with every required actuator so that the DuoFern sun sensor can control the DuoFern actuator you wish. You can register the DuoFern sun sensor with a maximum of five DuoFern actuators.

NOTE

All settings can only be made when the sun sensor is charged up. If the internal energy store has run out of charge, the status LED (1) flashes red twice. If this happens, you need to recharge the sun sensor (see page 22).

1. Switch the DuoFern actuator to login mode (please refer to the relevant operating instructions).
2. Press the Connect button (2) quickly once.
3. The DuoFern sun sensor now transmits a login signal. Login mode remains active for 10 seconds.
4. If registration is successful, the status LED (1) lights up green for two seconds.
5. Register the next DuoFern actuator by repeating 1 to 2, or exit login mode.

NOTE

The status LED (1) lights up red for two seconds if the login process fails, for example if:

◆ the maximum number of registrations (max. 5 actuators) for the DuoFern sun sensor has already been reached.
◆ the maximum number of registrations has already been reached for the DuoFern actuator.
◆an unsuitable device (e.g. other DuoFern sensor) is registered.
◆ the login period expired without an actuator being logged in.

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10. Logging the DuoFern sun sensor out

1. Switch the DuoFern actuator to logout mode (please refer to the relevant operating instructions).
2. Press the Disconnect button (3) quickly once.
3. The DuoFern sun sensor now transmits a logout signal. Logout mode remains active for 10 seconds.
4. If the logout process is successful, the status LED (1) lights up green for two seconds.
5. Log the next DuoFern actuator out by repeating 1 to 2, or exit logout mode.

NOTE

The status LED (1) lights up red for two seconds if the logout process fails, for example if:

◆ an attempt is made to logout a DuoFern actuator that is not logged on.
◆ the logout period expired without an actuator being logged out.
◆ an error occurred.

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11. Starting a connection test (test ping)

With this function you can test whether the actuators you want are within the radio range of the DuoFern sun sensor.

1. Press the Connect button (2) quickly twice.
2. The DuoFern sun sensor now transmits a test signal to all the actuators registered.
3. Each actuator has a specific reaction to confirm the test signal (please read the operating instructions for the relevant actuator).

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12. Purging

If an actuator is unavailable, you can use this function to permanently log the actuator off of the DuoFern sun sensor. An unavailable actuator increases the energy consumption of the DuoFern sun sensor unnecessarily and should be avoided.

1. Press the Connect button (2) for 5 seconds.
2. Note the status LED (1), which:

◆ flashes red while „Purging“ is active
◆ lights up green for two seconds once „Purging“ is complete.

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13. Apply the current sunshine position

This function can be used to force the actuators to apply the current position of the blinds as the sunshine position.

1. Move the blinds manually to the desired sunshine position.
2. Press the Disconnect button (3) quickly twice.
3. The DuoFern sun sensor then transmits a signal to every actuator registered.
4. Every actuator registered applies the current position of the blinds as the new sunshine position.

NOTE

Read the operating instructions for the relevant actuators and check the actuator settings for the „Runtime“

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14. Reset (restore delivery settings)

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Resetting deletes or logs off all registered actuators. The light sensitivity set using the rotary controller (6) is not reset.

1. Press the Disconnect button (3) for 5 seconds.
2. The DuoFern sun sensor is now returned to the original supplied state.

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15. Technical Specifications

Supply voltage: from solar cell

Charging time: approx. 10 to 25 minutes

Transmission frequency: 434.5 MHz

Transmission power: 10 mW

Transmission range: approx. 10 m

Dimensions: D = 75 mm / H = 26.5 mm

Max. number of actuators: 5

The DuoFern sun sensor (item no. 3200 00 69) complies with the requirements of the current European and national directives.

1999/5/EC R&TTE directive

2006/95/EC Low voltage directive

2004/108/EC EMC directive

Conformity has been verified. The corresponding declarations and documentation are available on file at the manufacturer's premises.

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