So your ZEN34 Remote Switch is properly included and you're ready to program it? Let's get started!
The Zooz ZEN34 is a powerful Z-Wave remote that looks like a standard paddle switch. Both the upper and lower paddles can be individually programmed to trigger automations through Central Scene commands or to directly control other Z-Wave devices using Direct Association. This dual-mode capability allows users to choose between flexible, hub-based automation logic or simple device-to-device control.
Whether you're aiming to activate complex HomeSeer scenes or simply control a nearby light switch, programming the ZEN34 offers a smart and adaptable solution for seamless home automation. Below, we'll cover what Central Scene and Direct Association are and how you can program either option on Home Assistant.
Zooz products are officially integrated with the Z-Wave Plus and the Z-Wave JS Front-End of HomeSeer. If you're experiencing issues with accessing the advanced settings of your device or the unit not properly displaying, we would recommend first updating to the Z-Wave Plus or the Z-Wave JS Front-End, then excluding and re-including your device to your network in order for it to be recognized correctly.
Central Scene / Scene Control
Each button on the ZEN37 sends a unique Scene Number, allowing HomeSeer to recognize which of the four buttons was pressed. What makes this controller especially versatile is its use of Key Attributes, which identify the type of interaction - such as a single tap, double tap, hold, or release. These combinations of Scene Numbers and Key Attributes give users granular control over automations, enabling one button to perform multiple functions based on how it's pressed. For example, a single tap might turn on a light, while a hold could dim it, and a double tap could activate an entire scene.
Scene Numbers and Button Mapping
Here's how the ZEN34 paddles are mapped:
|
Paddle |
Scene Number |
|
Upper |
1 |
|
Lower |
2 |
Each paddle supports 7 key attributes (aka action types)
|
Key Attribute |
Action Type |
|
0 |
Key Pressed Once |
|
1 |
Key Released |
|
2 |
Key Held Down |
|
3 |
Key Pressed 2x |
|
4 |
Key Pressed 3x |
|
5 |
Key Pressed 4x |
|
6 |
Key Pressed 5x |
So for example:
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Pressing the upper paddle once = Scene 1, Key Attribute 0
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Holding the lower paddle = Scene 2, Key Attribute 2
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Double tapping the upper paddle = Scene 1, Key Attribute 3
Central Scene Programming
Central scene programming allows a Z-Wave device (usually a controller like a switch or remote) to send scene activation commands to the hub or gateway. The hub interprets these commands and determines what actions to take. This method requires the Z-Wave hub or controller to process the commands and execute the automation. Some benefits of using central scene is that you can program multiple actions based on button presses, such as single tap, double tap, triple tap, and press-and-hold gestures. It offers high flexibility in automations, as the hub can trigger complex scenes involving multiple devices and conditions.
We've included the steps for programming central scene via the Z-Wave Plus plugin.
Z-Wave Plus
1. Select Events:
2. Click on the + symbol to add new event and name it:
3. Select Newly Made Event and go through drop down menus. We recommend selecting the device first, "Central Scene" variant
4. Make sure to select the trigger type as listed for scene control. The trigger VALUE is for specific function requested that triggers the scene:
5. Go through "THEN" drop down menus, selecting the type of action to be done, i.e. "control a device":
6. Select the device/s to be controlled or affected:
7. Select the specific action to be taken (on, off, dimmer % etc.):
Direct Association
Direct association is a direct link established between two Z-Wave devices where one of them acts as the trigger and the other acts as the receiver of that trigger. For example, if you associate a Z-Wave light switch to a motion sensor, the light switch will turn on anytime motion is triggered, without the hub getting involved or without the need to set up an automation for it. In other words, one Z-Wave device sends a direct message to another Z-Wave device, bypassing the hub. These are usually very simple unconditional commands like "on/off" or "dim/increase brightness". The communication works one way without any feedback to the other device. The controlling device simply sends the command to the controlled device or devices associated in what we call "association group". The controlling device is not affected by the controlled device at all, even though there is a link established between the two, it only ever works in one direction.
Association Groups
The association groups supported by the ZEN34 can be found in the device manual, in the Advanced Settings document, and we've included them below as well:
You can choose the association group for the button you want to use and its functionality (on/off or dimming control):
Group 1: Basic set lifeline to hub
Group 2: Basic for on (top paddle) and off (bottom paddle)
Group 3: Multilevel start level change (held) and stop level change (released)
Limitations and Considerations
Security Level: Before attempting association, double check that both devices are added with the exact same level of security; if one device is included with S2A and one is included with S0, the association will not be available.
Z-Wave Long Range: Please also note that Direct Association programming is ot an option if the device is included via Z-Wave Long Range. ZWLR isdevice-to-hub direct communication. There are no repeaters and no mesh, meaning ZWLR devices do not communicate with each other, so direct association is not a programming option for devices included via the ZWLR protocol.
You can read more about the requirements, limitation, and recommendations for programming using Direct Association here.
Programming Direct Association
1. Select Plugins:
2. Select Z-Wave Plus and click "Manage Associations":
3. Go through drop down menus, selecting the Z-Wave network, devices to be associated, and the association group:
4. A message will appear below saying if the association was successful or if an error was encountered:
Please let us know if you have any questions!
