Inovelli Dimmer Switch (Black Series) - LZW31 - Spec Sheet

Spec Sheet | Dimmer - Black Series (Gen 2) | LZW31

The LZW31 Inovelli Dimmer Switch (Black Series) is a Z-Wave enabled smart switch that works with many different hubs and gateways and allows remote control from anywhere in the world.

Overview

Make: Inovelli
Model #: LZW31 (Black Series)
Project Code Name: Knight Flank
Generation: Second (Upgraded From: First Generation)
Years Produced: November 2019 - Present
Status: In Market
Latest Firmware: LZW31 Firmware Change-log



Features, Specs, and Certifications

Features

  1. Technology: Z-Wave Plus, S2 Encryption, SmartStart
  2. Z-Wave Chip: 500 Series
  3. 3-Way, 4-Way (Multi-Switch) Compatibility: Works with a dumb (existing) on/off switch (no dimming), auxiliary switch (GE or HomeSeer), or another Inovelli smart switch (via Z-Wave Association)
  4. Disable Internal Relay: Tap 8x on the config button to disable the internal relay
  5. Change Parameters Locally: Change parameters directly from the switch without the need for a Hub
  6. Accessories Included: White Faceplates/Paddles and a Neutral Wire Jumper (Almond not included)

Specifications

  1. Neutral Wire Required: No (but recommended)
  2. Driver Type: MOSFET
  3. Leading/Trailing Edge: Leading Edge
  4. Max Wattage for Lights: See below -- maximum will vary based on bulb type and whether the heat sink tabs are removed or not
    1. Heat Sink Tabs Not Removed: 400W Incandescent, 300W LED, 150W CFL
    2. One (1) Side Heat Sink Tabs Removed: 300W Incandescent, 200W LED, 150W CFL
    3. Two (2) Sides Heat Sink Tabs Removed: 200W Incandescent, 150W LED, 100W CFL
  5. Min Wattage: If neutral wire is used, there is no minimum wattage required. However, if no neutral is installed, there needs to be at least 25W for the switch to work
  6. Use with Fan: No
  7. Power: 120V AC, 60 Hz
  8. Operating Temperature: 32-104 °F (0-40 °C)
  9. Signal Frequency: 908.42 MHz
  10. Range: Up to 100 meters line of sight between the Wireless Controller (Hub) and the closest Z-Wave Module
  11. Indoor/Outdoor Use: Indoor use only.

Certifications

  1. UL Certified: E508406
  2. FCC Certified: 2AB2QLZW31
  3. IC Certified: 10256A-LZW31
  4. Z-Wave Plus Certified: ZC10-19096763
Note about UL and IC: 
  1. UL site requires a purchase to view the certification. Please see the PDF at the bottom of the article for UL records.
  2. IC site does not have a direct URL for devices -- it will take you to a search bar. Type the IC # in the, "Certification Number" section. Please see the PDF at the bottom of the article for a screenshot of the IC website. 

Advanced Settings

Depending on the version, this switch supports many advanced settings as shown below. Please reach out for the latest firmware file if you'd like to upgrade your firmware (NOTE: this requires a special tool that needs to be purchased separately unless your Hub supports Over-the-Air upgrades).
  1. Dimming Speed: How fast or slow the light turns on (or dims) when you hold the switch (ie: dimming from 10-20%, 80-60%, etc)
  2. Dimming Speed (Z-Wave): How fast or slow the light turns on (or dims) when you adjust the switch remotely (ie: dimming from 10-20%, 80-60%, etc)
  3. Ramp Rate: How fast or slow the light turns on when you press the switch 1x to bring from On to Off or Off to On
  4. Ramp Rate (Z-Wave): How fast or slow the light turns on when you bring your switch from On to Off or Off to On remotely
  5. Minimum Dim Level: Minimum level the light switch will dim to
  6. Maximum Dim Level: Maximum level the switch will dim to
  7. Invert Switch: Inverts the switch (Tap Down = On, Tap Up = Off)
  8. Auto-Off Timer: Automatically turns the switch off after x seconds
  9. Default Level (Local): Default dim level for the switch when pressed locally (at the switch)
  10. Default Level (Z-Wave): Default dim level for the switch when powered on via a Z-Wave command
  11. State After Power Restored: Switch will remember the last on/off and dim level prior to losing power
  12. LED Indicator Color: This will set the default color of the LED Bar
  13. LED Indicator Intensity: This will set the intensity of the LED Bar (ie: how bright it is)
  14. LED Indicator Intensity (When Off): This is the intensity of the LED bar when the switch is off
  15. LED Indicator Timeout: Changes the amount of time the RGB Bar shows the dim level if the LED Bar has been disabled
  16. AC Power Type: Select whether you are wiring your switch with or without a neutral wireDi
  17. Switch Type: Select what type of installation you have (single-pole, 3-Way w/dumb switch, 3-Way w/aux switch)
Please see the, "Parameter Document" at the bottom of the page for more information.

Compatible Hubs / Gateway's

Please note, these are subject to change -- please let us know if there is a hub that you don't see on the list that needs to be added, or one that's on the list that needs to be removed.
  1. 2GIG (no advanced settings)
  2. ADT Pulse (no advanced settings)
  3. Alarm.com (no advanced settings)
  4. Almond (Securify) (no advanced settings)
  5. EZLO Atom
  6. Fibaro Home Center 2
  7. Fibaro Home Center Lite
  8. Home Assistant
  9. HomeSeer
  10. Hubitat
  11. InControl
  12. Indigo
  13. ISY (Only ISY994iZW +/IR-PRO -- DOES not work with ISY-994i)
  14. openHAB
  15. Open Z-Wave
  16. Piper (no advanced settings)
  17. Ring (no advanced settings)
  18. SmartThings Hub
  19. Staples Connect DLink (no advanced settings)
  20. Vivint Skycontrol (no advanced settings)
  21. Wink and Wink 2 (no advanced settings)
  22. Zipato ZipaTile
These switches should also be recognized by any open systems that support on/off (binary switch) device types. If your hub is not listed above, please get in touch with us before buying the switch to avoid the hassle of returns.

How about Alexa or Google Home?
Smart speakers are NOT Z-Wave hubs so they won't work directly with any Z-Wave devices. But you can use a compatible Z-Wave hub with smart speaker integration to control your dimmer with voice control. These include the Fibaro hubs, Hubitat, SmartThings, Vera, and Wink.

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