Facility Explorer FX16 - User Manual

Technical Bulletin FX16 Master Controller
Issue Date May 14, 2007
© 2007 Johnson Controls, Inc. www.johnsoncontrols.com
Code No. LIT-12011108
FX16 Master Controller
Introduction to FX16 Master Controller ................................................
4
FX16 Master Controller Key Concepts...............................................................5
FX16 Master Controller..................................................................................................... 5
Installation............................................................................................... 6
North American Emissions Compliance..............................................................................7
Installation Procedures .......................................................................................8
Mounting the FX16 Controller.............................................................................................8
Connection Details..............................................................................................................9
Connection Details for FX Slave Controllers - Distributed Application and Gateway
Objects - on Local Link Extension Bus .............................................................................
13
Connection Details for I/O Expansion (XT91/XP91 Modules) on Local Extension Bus....15
Connection Details for the RS-485 N2 Open Card ...........................................................16
LONWORKS Communication Card.....................................................................................20
RS-232C Communications Card.......................................................................................22
Connecting a Computer with the Null Modem Cable........................................................31
User Interfaces .................................................................................................................34
Integral MUI ......................................................................................................................37
FX Programming Key........................................................................................................40
Inputs and Outputs............................................................................... 43
Introduction.......................................................................................................................43
Inputs and Outputs Concepts...........................................................................
44
Analog Inputs....................................................................................................................44
Digital Inputs.....................................................................................................................44
Analog Outputs.................................................................................................................44
Digital Outputs ..................................................................................................................44
Detailed Inputs and Outputs Procedures.........................................................45

Summary

Introduction to FX16 Master Controller

Installation

North American Emissions Compliance

Details compliance with FCC Rules for the US and Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Connection Details

RS-485 N2 Open Card Connection

Information on installing and connecting the RS-485 N2 Open communication card for network integration.

Modem Connectivity

Common Error Codes and Diagnostic Messages

FX Programming Key

FX Programming Key Operations

Procedures for uploading and downloading applications using the FX Programming Key.

Inputs and Outputs

Detailed Inputs and Outputs Procedures

Extension Modules

Troubleshooting

Reading 9999 or Invalid from Analog Inputs

Addresses problems with reading invalid values or '9999' from analog input channels.

Operation

Detailed Operation Procedures

Event Management

FX Builder Software

FX16 Master Controller Object List

A comprehensive list of available objects for building control applications within the FX16 controller.

FX CommPro N2;LON Tool

FX Loader Utility

Security Features

Troubleshooting GSM Modem Issues

Null Modem Connection Errors

Solutions for common errors encountered during null modem connections, such as Error 619 or 777.

Specifications and Technical Data

Ordering Codes

Lists various ordering codes for FX16D, FX16X Rev. A, and associated communication cards.

I;O Technical Details

Detailed technical specifications for Analog Inputs, Digital Inputs, Digital Outputs, and Analog Outputs.

Facility Explorer FX16 Specifications

General

Model	FX16
Input/Output Points	16
Communication Protocol	BACnet MS/TP, N2
Power Supply	24 VAC/VDC
Number of Universal Inputs	8
Number of Binary Outputs	8
Outputs	Binary