FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin
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Operation
Introduction
The FX16 is a high performance field controller designed to control a
wide range of applications including dual compressor chillers and
rooftops, close control units, packaged air handling units, unit vents,
and water source heat pumps.
The FX16 Master Controller manages a distributed control application
with up to 16-slave controllers (types FX05 Advanced, FX06, FX07,
FX14, or FX15). The FX16 Master Controller has 27 physical
input/output points onboard. You can further expand the FX16 by
connecting the XT91D00/XP91D0x series expansion modules.
Other features include the communication services to transmit event
notification messages via Short Messaging Service (SMS) or by e-mail.
With its onboard Web server, the user can browse and make
adjustments to parameters of the application from a remote location.
Operation Concepts
Local Link Extension Bus
The FX16 Master Controller features a Local Link Extension Bus that
supports up to 16 slave devices. The FX16 can be in a Distributed
Application (FX controllers only) or monitored by the Gateway function
(FX controllers or N2 Open devices). The Local Link Extension Bus
also supports expansion modules (XT/XP modules).