ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Contents Version History ......................... 3 Overview ........................... 3 Default settings .......................... 4 WIFI credential defaults ......................4 Network Defaults ........................4 Serial Defaults ........................5 Schedule Defaults ........................6 Schedule Types ........................6 Connecting to the ZoneScape unit ..................... 7 Setting ZoneScape unit / module Time and Date ..............
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Version History Date Issue No Description of Change Owner Notes Released 26/2/2016 Initial document release GB/DO 3/3/2016 Pairing multiple units together GB/DO 4/4/2016 Wired connection to a router 6/4/2016 Zone naming and Controller naming 7/4/2016 Updated Zone 4 / Button 4 default text 8/4/2016 Changed ZoneScape icon 4/5/2016...
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Default settings Every ZoneScape unit is configured by default to serve a 802.11 b/g/n access point. When in AP mode the ZoneScape Ethernet interface is switched off. If the user want to use the interface, the network mode should be changed to either "Default" or "Other"...
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Serial Defaults * Every unit has a default serial settings for communication between the onboard microcontroller and the WiFi module. These settings by default are: 57600,8,n,1 There are cases where after factory reset the serial settings are reset to 115200,8,n,1 and this can be seen on the module WEB configuration page @ 192.168.16.254 .
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Schedule Defaults By default the ZoneScape unit / module comes with disabled Schedules. Once the user connect to the unit the following Schedules can be set for every single Zone / Relay for the target ZoneScape unit: ...
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Connecting to the ZoneScape unit The following pre-requisites are required in order to connect and configure a ZoneScape module / unit : A connection via WIFI has to be established between the user's Smartphone and the target ZoneScape unit / module ...
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation The ZoneScape modules allows the user to setup schedules for the Zones / Relays. The Schedules can be set using the ZoneScape App for Android or IOS depending on the user's Smartphone / Operating System. The ZoneScape module Support the following type of schedules: ...
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Configuring Specific Date schedules Configuring a Single / Specific date schedule is when the user want to trigger / turn on and off one or more of the lights / zones on a specific date and time. First the user needs to select a target light / lights for this schedule.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Configuring Daily Repeats schedule Configuring a Everyday repeats schedule is when the user want to trigger / turn on and off on or more of the lights / zones on a daily basis / every day. First the user needs to select a target light / lights for this schedule.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Configuring Weekly Repeats schedule Configuring a weekday repeats schedule is when the user want to trigger / turn on and off one or more of the lights / zones on a weekday basis . First the user needs to select a target light / lights for this schedule.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Controlling the Lights Directly from the App The ZoneScape App provides a direct control and monitor of the ZoneScape module relays / Light states. Once the user connects to the module via Wi-FI and starts the app , the user can control the zones / lights by directly tapping on the buttons from the User Interface.
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Example: In the example Unit 1 and Unit 2 are names picked in order to provisionally name the two units as one of the unit needs to change its mode from AP (by default) to Client. Unit 1 (AP mode WiFi SSID Zonescape_8243 ) ...
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation In order to pair unit 2(Client) to unit 1 (AP) in our example you need to change: 1. Net Mode - WIFI(CLIENT)-SERIAL should be Selected 2. SSID: You need to either enter "ZoneScape" in this field or click "scan" and select ZoneScape from the scan results list.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Connecting ZoneScape to WiFi Router 1) Locate Customer’s Router Gateway With Smart Phone Download App - IP Location I/O (or similar IP address app) Connect to CUSTOMERS wifi; Find wifi gateway via app (ex 192.168.1.1) -- write down/save for later With PC (Windows) Connect to CUSTOMERS wifi;...
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Save settings. Click OK to ZoneScape not being connected. You are now set up and connected. Test light zones with app. *notes The static ip of xxx.xx.x.200 could be anything from 2-253. With our suggestion of 200, Residential properties should not have anything statically assigned to .200 and operate fine.
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation 11. Wait 20 seconds for the unit to reboot. Now if you connect the ZoneScape unit via Ethernet cable to the target WiFi router you should be able to access ZoneScape via a WiFi connection to the router. If you have entered incorrect settings, you will need to reset to factory defaults the ZoneScape module by holding the "reset"...
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Configuring more units in the wired system includes connecting to every single unit to be configured via WiFi and accessing its Web configuration interface for setting up Network parameters, IP parameters, and Subnet mask. In order to configure ZoneScape for Wired connection the user needs to access the following URL in your browser, while connected to the ZoneScape module: ...
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Once added the user then needs to click "Apply Button" and wait for around 20 seconds for the module to save settings and reboot. After configuring the target units the user has to physically connect the units via RJ45 Ethernet cable to the Wireless/LAN Router in the system and also set the unit's IP parameters and ports in the ZoneScape App.
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation The user has to access the Wireless router network configuration parameters, and set the LAN settings as follows: IP Address : 192.168.1.2 Network Mask: 255.255.255.0 Then the user should configure a DHCP Server on the wireless interface to serve IP addresses in the same network as the LAN interfaces, so that when connecting via a Smartphone with Android or iOS the units are reachable.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation The above setup requires all the ZoneScape modules and the Wireless router to be configured in the same TCP/IP network. Limitations: - The cable length between every ZoneScape unit and the router can't be more than 150 meters without an active repeater / hub ZoneScape Customizations The ZoneScape application provides a possibility to edit and add custom zone...
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation ZoneScape Screenshot , showing the default zones for Unit 1 , configured in the System. Changing a zone name / button name is a matter of tapping and holding the relevant zone button for at least two seconds. After that a textbox appears and provides the user to edit and save the Zone name / button name.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Naming controllers / Units configured in the ZoneScape applications The ZoneScape Application provides controller naming / editing controller name for every single controller configured in the system. The controller name is displayed in ZoneScape Light Switch tab in the top left corner (see the image below). It gives the user a reference for the target controller to be controlled.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation By tapping on the "Name" text field the user is able to change / edit the unit name and the module TCPIP parameters. By tapping on "Save" button the settings are saved in the Database, and the UI is updated with the new settings and the newly entered Unit name.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation Ridgid conduit and connection for hard wire installation 1. Mount the ZoneScape enclosure to a solid surface, utilizing the keyhole slot in the mounting bracket. THE ZONESCAPE MUST BE MOUNTED AT LEAST ONE FOOT ABOVE GROUND LEVEL. 2.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation 6. Connect the output of the 15VAC transformer to the 15VAC input of the ZoneScape using three (3) wires (Com #1, 15V and Ground). CAUTION: WIRING MUST COMPLY WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL AND LOCAL CODES. 7. Connect the outputs from the ZoneScape (ZONES 1 - 4) to the appropriate lighting fixtures.
ZoneScape 1-A module documentation FAQ / Troubleshooting Check whether the ZoneScape I can't connect to ZoneScape via WiFi module is turned on and powered Check whether the ZoneScape module Antenna is attached Check whether you have entered correctly the default key for establishing a WIFI connection to ZoneScape - "12345678"...
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ZoneScape 1-A module documentation defaults mode. Then try to access ZoneScape and connect via WiFi to the module and use the default key "12345678" After Applying factory defaults, please make sure that you have edited and applied the settings written on page 5 of this Manual ...