Remotec ZFM-80 User Manual
External switch, Warning, Introduction

Single switch (connected with input AC power source for the 
load)
External Switch
ZFM-80US provides an option to user that can add an 
external switch to control the On/Off function. ZFM-80US 
can be placed into the switch box with external wall 
switch cover. User can configure the external switch type 
through the configuration command
Configuration Command for External
Switch
Advanced function "Conditional trigger
for Fail Safe Application"
ZFM-80US provides an advanced function "Conditional trigger 
for Fail Safe Application". It can turn on or turn off the relay if 
ZFM-80US has not received any Z-Wave commands from a 
specified Z-Wave Node ID and within a specified period. For 
example: Z-Wave gateway can monitor a Z-Wave device status 
and power on equipment if this Z-Wave device is out of service.
Figure 1
Single switch (connected with an external power source for the 
load)
Figure 2
Warning
The resistive household appliance connected into the Z-Wave 
controlled outlet on this module must not exceed 230Vac 10A or 
120Vac 15A.
RELAY
(LOAD
)
N
L
L
N
RELAY
(LOAD
)
N
L
L
N
External switch
External 
power source
Load
Load
L'
N'
Introduction:
Thank you for choosing ZFM-80US Z-Wave control product. Our 
Z-Wave enabled product allows user to remotely control resistive 
household appliance, and make home control easy at low 
installation / maintenance cost. You may begin with a few Z-
Wave enabled devices or build up a complete home automation 
system with our products.
The ZFM-80US Fixture Switch Module is a Z-Wave enabled 
device and fully compatible with any Z-Wave enabled network. It 
allows remote On/Off control of specified resistive household 
appliance. Each fixture switch module is designed to act as a 
repeater, which will re-transmit the RF signal to ensure that the 
signal is received by its intended destination by routing the signal 
around obstacle and radio dead spots.
Glossary
Key Features:
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High output power
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Remote ON/OFF control via the Z-Wave controller
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Manual ON/OFF control with the front panel push button
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Support External ON/OFF key connects to the module
- Advanced function
Conditional trigger for "Fail Safe Application"
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Support Network Wide Inclusion (NWI) and Explore Frames
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Screw terminals for wires connection
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Flexible mounting structure - mount inside gang box or any
place
Wireless Control
ZFM-80US/DA065
Z-Wave Fixture Switch Module
USER MANUAL
Device /
Light /
Node
Z-Wave
Network
Inclusion
Exclusion
Network
Wide
Inclusion
(NWI)
Association
Devices, lights and nodes are all terms 
to describe an individual Z-Wave device. 
These are all interchangeable when 
setting up your Z-Wave network.
A collection of Z-Wave devices is controlled 
by primary and secondary controllers 
operating on the same system. 
A Z-Wave network has its own unique ID 
code so that controllers not in the network 
can not control the system.
Add a Z-Wave device to the network.
Delete a Z-Wave device from the network.
Network Wide Inclusion (NWI) enables 
both end-user friendly, Plug and Play like 
Z-Wave network installation as well as 
professional installation scenario where 
the inclusion process in terms of time will 
be reduced significantly. NWI is a feature 
supported by a new frame type named 
Explorer which enables the Z-Wave 
protocol to implement Adaptive Source 
Routing.
Association is used to organize nodes in 
different groups allowing the device to 
identify the nodes by a group identifier. 
The groups can also be copied to other 
devices.
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RELA
Y
LOAD
N
L
Product Overview:
A
B
C
D
E
F
Mount 
Status LED
ON/OFF/PROG Push button
External switch (S/W)
Z-Wave controlled output (isolated relay, RL)
AC input (L = terminal for Live lead; 
 N = terminal for Neutral lead)
A
D
B
C
E
F
Installation:
DANGER! SHOCK HAZARD. Read and understand these 
instructions before installing. This device is intended for 
installation in accordance with the National Electric code and 
local regulations in the United States, or the Canadian Electrical 
Code and local regulations in Canada. It is recommended that a 
qualified electrician perform this installation.
For indoor use only in a dry location. Retain instructions for future 
use.
Step 1
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, 
install in a controlled environment relatively free of 
contaminants. To avoid fire, shock, or death; turn off 
power at circuit breaker or fuse and test that power is off 
before wiring!
Step 2
Identifying your wiring application: refer to figure 1 
and 2
NOTE: If the wiring in the wall box does not resemble 
any of above configurations, consult a qualified 
electrician.
Step 3
Connecting wires: refer to figure 1 or 2 and connect 
the wires with correct symbols.
Use at less 
75 C copper wire only and the stripped
wire end's length must be 9mm. The tightening torque 
must be 3.5lb-in. (Make sure all wires are firmly fixed at 
all terminals)
CAUTION : Risk of Electric Shock More than one disconnect 
switch may be required to de-energize the equipment before 
servicing.
S/W
S/W
RL
RL
L
N
External Switch
Parameter
Number
Set External switch type
Definitions
1 (0x01)
Parameter
Value
Disable External switch
Definitions
0 (0x00)
1 (0x01)
2 (0x02)
3 (0x03)
4 (0x04)
Type A: 
Tact switch (normal open)
Type B: 
Tact switch (normal close)
Type C: 
Rocker switch 
(short = On; open = Off), 
default
Type D: 
Rocker switch 
(short = Off, open = On)
Example:
Example:
Example:
Example:
External switch
S/W
S/W
