Distech Controls ECL/ECB-PTU Series User Manual

User Guide
Network Guide

Distech Controls ECL/ECB-PTU Series Specifications

General

Brand	Distech Controls
Model	ECL/ECB-PTU Series
Category	Controller
Language	English

Summary

CHAPTER 1 Introduction

About This User Guide

Overview of the guide's purpose, intended audience, and conventions used.

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Definitions of technical terms and abbreviations used throughout the document.

CHAPTER 2 BACnet MS/TP Communication Data Bus Fundamentals

BACnet MS/TP Data Transmission Essentials

Core principles of BACnet MS/TP data transmission, including polarity and electrical characteristics.

Maximum Number of BACnet MS/TP Devices and Baud Rate

Limits on devices, baud rates, and device loading for MS/TP data bus segments.

Data Bus Topology and EOL Terminations

Explains acceptable topologies and the function of End-of-Line terminations for data bus integrity.

Data Bus Shield Grounding Requirements

Essential procedures for grounding data bus shields to prevent electromagnetic interference.

Device Addressing

Methods for assigning unique MAC addresses and Device Instances to network devices.

Power Supply Requirements for 24V Controllers

Critical considerations for supplying power to 24V controllers, including ground lift.

CHAPTER 3 LonWorks Communication Bus Fundamentals

TP/FT 10 Network Topologies

Details different TP/FT 10 network topologies (Bus, Free) and their wiring requirements.

Extending the Network

Methods for extending network range using repeaters or routers to overcome distance limitations.

Grounding a Network

Guidelines for grounding LonWorks shielded twisted pair cables to ensure signal integrity.

Power Supply Requirements for 24V Controllers

Essential power supply considerations for LonWorks 24V controllers, including transformer selection.

CHAPTER 4 Subnetwork Installation Guidelines

Subnetwork Module Compatibility and Supported Quantity Charts

Lists module compatibility and maximum quantities allowed per controller model.

Cat 5e Cable Subnetwork Data Bus Cable Requirements

Specifies physical specifications and cable requirements for Cat 5e subnetwork data bus.

Setting the Subnet ID Addressing for Room Devices

Explains how to configure unique subnet ID addresses for various room devices.

CHAPTER 5 Controller Installation and Maintenance Tasks with an Allure EC-Smart-Vue Sensor

Commissioning a Controller with an Allure EC-Smart-Vue Sensor

Guides on commissioning controllers using the Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor for setup.

Setting the Baud Rate for ECB-Series Controllers

Instructions for optionally setting the baud rate for ECB controllers for network optimization.

CHAPTER 6 BACnet Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ECB Device Symptoms

Lists common symptoms, causes, and solutions for diagnosing ECB device operational issues.

CHAPTER 7 LonWorks Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ECL Device Symptoms

Lists common symptoms, causes, and solutions for diagnosing ECL device operational issues.

CHAPTER 8 ECx-4XX Series I/O Extension Module Specific Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ECx-4XX Series I/O Extension Module Device Specific Symptoms

Addresses specific troubleshooting steps for ECx-4XX I/O Extension Modules.

CHAPTER 9 Allure EC-Smart-Vue Sensor Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Allure EC-Smart-Vue Sensor Symptoms

Provides solutions for common symptoms and error codes related to the Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor.

CHAPTER 10 ECx-Light/Blind Series Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ECx-Light / Blind Series Symptoms

Offers solutions for common issues related to ECx-Light/Blind series expansion modules.

APPENDIX A Typical BACnet EIA-485 Data Bus Transmission Example

EIA-485 Signal Specifications

Details electrical signal specifications for EIA-485 communication, including voltage levels.

APPENDIX B How to Set a Dip Switch

APPENDIX C Metric Conversions for Wire Gauge