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PS100 V2 User Guide

Installation and setup guide for the PS100 V2 Z-Wave presence sensor that incorporates 2 RGB LEDS.


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Overview

PS100 is a compact, easy to install presence sensor that uses mmWave radar technology to sense motion. It is designed to control other Z-Wave devices directly or it may be used with a variety of Z-Wave compatible hubs to launch events (automations). The V2 version adds a second RGB LED. The 2 LEDS can be set to different colors independently.

Applications

  • Trigger events (automations) when motion is sensed and/or not sensed.

  • Directly control Z-Wave wall switches or plug-in modules when motion is sensed and/or not sensed.

In the Box

PS100 v2 (beta) includes the following:

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  • PS100 sensor in 3D printed enclosure

  • 5V USB-C power supply with 5' cable and right-angle connector

  • Adjustable adhesive wall mount

  • 3D printed stand

  • QR code insert card

Hardware Features

PS100 may be powered with the included power supply or any USB-C power adapter. Two (2) RGB LEDs glow through the front of the enclosure to provide motion/no-motion status and can also be programmed to glow different colors when things happen in your home. A button on the back is used for Z-Wave inclusion or exclusion and also for factory reset.

Physical Installation

The PS100 can be mounted to a wall using the included adhesive mount or placed on a flat surface such as a shelf or dresser with the included 3D printed stand. To wall-mount the unit, peel the protective backing from both sides of the mount and attach one side to the sensor and the other to the desired location. To shelf mount the unit, position the stand at the desired location and place the unit in the slot of the stand. In either case, the unit may be installed or positioned with the USB connection on top or bottom.

Once installed or positioned, connect the USB-C power cable.

Z-Wave Network Installation

PS100 may be included as a secure or non-secure Z-Wave device. Refer to your hub’s manual for instructions on including or excluding Z-Wave devices. The sensor uses standard Z-Wave command classes and should operate properly with any Z-Wave controller/software including HomeSeer, Home Assistant and openHab. For best results with HomeSeer, use their Z-Wave Plus plugin.

  • Inclusion

    1. Put your hub into Z-Wave ‘inclusion’ mode.

    2. Press and release the sensor’s red Z-Wave network button. Monitor your hub’s app and wait for the inclusion process to finish.

  • Exclusion

    1. Put your hub into Z-Wave ‘exclusion’ mode.

    2. Press and release the sensor’s red Z-Wave network button. Monitor your hub’s app and wait for the exclusion process to finish.

  • Factory Reset (Use this procedure to reset PS100 to factory settings when the Z-Wave controller is missing or inoperable or when the PS100 does not respond to Z-Wave commands).

    1. Press and hold the Z-Wave network button for 30 seconds.

Z-Wave Features

PS100 reports the following primary features during inclusion:

  • Presence or Home Security-Motion sensor status | values = presence, no presence, motion detection, idle

  • Color Control or Color Switch | valued = red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, yellow, white, off

If any of these features are missing, check with your hub maker to confirm that PS100 is fully supported.

Adjusting Sensitivity

PS100 includes many settings which can be adjusted using Z-Wave parameters (see table below). The most important setting controls the sensitivity of the 8 different distance ranges illustrated in the diagram below. The red number in each range refers to the Z-Wave parameter that needs to be adjusted. For example, should you wish to set the sensitivity of the 300-375cm range, you would need to adjust Z-Wave parameter #10. The following values may be set independently for each range: 0 = disabled (no detection), value 0-100 for the sensitivity in that range. Higher values indicate higher sensitivity.

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Depending on performance, it may be necessary to increase sensitivity to improve detection at greater distances while reducing sensitivity at closer distances. It may also be necessary to reduce or disable sensitivity in ranges where fans, air filters or other appliances may cause false detections. Some experimentation may be required.

HomeSeer HS4 users can adjust the settings by accessing the Z-Wave (or Z-Wave Plus) tab on the device page for the PS100. Other hub users can adjust the settings with Z-Wave parameters from the table below.

Z-Wave Association Information

PS100 supports Lifeline and Basic Set associations. Using the Basic Set, PS100 may be associated with up to 5 other Z-Wave devices.

Z-Wave Parameters

Use the parameters below to adjust PS100 configuration settings

Number

Description

Range

Size

Default

1

No Motion Timeout

10-3600 seconds

4

10

3

Bluetooth enable.

Bluetooth is only used with a mobile app that can read information from the mmWave sensor.

After changing this setting, the unit will need to be power cycled before it will take effect.

0=disable 1=enable
default=disabled

1

0

4

Motion LED Enable
Enables/Disables the LED flash when motion is sensed (red) and times out (green)

0=disable 1=enable
default=enabled

1

1

6

Range 0-75cm (0-2.4ft) Sensitivity

0-100 where 0=disabled and 100 is most sensitive

1

50

7

Range 75-150cm (2.4-4.9ft) Sensitivity

0-100 where 0=disabled and 100 is most sensitive

1

50

8

Range 150-225cm (4.9-7.3ft) Sensitivity

0-100 where 0=disabled and 100 is most sensitive

1

50

9

Range 225-300cm (7.3-9.8ft) Sensitivity

0-100 where 0=disabled and 100 is most sensitive

1

50

10

Range 300-375cm (9.8-12.3ft) Sensitivity

0-100 where 0=disabled and 100 is most sensitive

1

90

11

Range 375-450cm (12.3-14.7ft) Sensitivity

0-100 where 0=disabled and 100 is most sensitive

1

90

12

Range 450-525cm (14.7-17.2ft) Sensitivity

0-100 where 0=disabled and 100 is most sensitive

1

90

13

Range 525-600cm (17.2-19.6ft) Sensitivity

0-100 where 0=disabled and 100 is most sensitive

1

90

20

Left LED color
Note: This parameter used to set the color, but the color is not restored on a restart. The intent is that this is to be used for notifications.

0=off
1=Red
2=Green
3=Blue
4=Magenta
5=Yellow
6=Cyan
7=White

1

0

21

Right LED color
Note: This parameter used to set the color, but the color is not restored on a restart. The intent is that this is to be used for notifications.

0=off
1=Red
2=Green
3=Blue
4=Magenta
5=Yellow
6=Cyan
7=White

1

0

Latest Firmware

Version 0.8.0 changes

  • Changed the parameter values for the sensitivity to a range of 0 to 100 for finer control of the sensitivity.

  • Download version 0.8.0

    JSON Device File for use with the HomeSeer V4 plugin. This gives better display of the parameters. Save this file in your HomeSeer folder under:
    Data/Z-Wave/DeviceSettings
    PS100 JSON Settings File

    Please see the forum for discussions related to the firmware.

Specifications

Operating Temp Range

0ºC to 40ºC | For indoor use

Z-Wave Frequency | Range

908 MHz (US) | Up To 300 Ft line of sight

Power Supply

USB-C

Limited Warranty

HomeSeer Technologies, LLC will repair or replace, at its option, any part of the device, which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, in the USA except in the states of Alaska or Hawaii, for a period of one year from the date the device is purchased. During the warranty period, HomeSeer Technologies, LLC will repair and provide all parts necessary to correct such defects, free of charge, provided the device has been operated in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines. The Customer will return the device to HomeSeer Technologies, LLC for testing and repair or replacement. Should you need service, during warranty period or beyond, contact HomeSeer to obtain return authorization before shipping your device to HomeSeer Technologies, LLC.