Entering the Z-Wave Zone One Step at a Time (Continued)
WAYNE-DALTON Key Chain Remote Control
For about $30 you can purchase a Z-Wave compatible remote control that
fits on your key chain, slips easily into a pocket or purse, and even
comes with a clip attachment so that you can fasten it to your car visor.
Programming the remote is a breeze. Just activate the program button
on the Z-Wave control device - in this case the Car2U converter - and
then select the desired button on the remote.
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Figure 4. Key Chain Remote
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The remaining two buttons can either be used for additional garage
doors or can be used to activate "scenes" that are programmed
into in-house controllers like the Wayne-Dalton Wireless Gateway.
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The range between the Key Chain Remote and the Car2U converter was
over 150 feet. However, the remote had problems communicating with the
Gateway after 65 feet. (The Gateway is placed on the other side of the
wall that is adjacent to the garage car door.) This was hardly a scientifically
derived set of numbers but it does point out a likely discrepancy in
distance between the two devices. Therefore it might not be a good idea
to program one button to open both the door and turn on lights at the
same time (like I did). If you are within range of the Car2U converter
but not within range of the Gateway, the garage door will open but the
lights inside the house will not go on.
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