Johnson Controls NIE29 Series User Manual

NIE29 Installation Instructions
MS-NIE29xx-x
(barcode for factory use only)
Part No. 24-10143-594, Rev. H
Software Release 9.0
Issued August 2017
Refer to the QuickLIT website for the most up-to-date version of this document.
Application
Important: NIEx9s are compatible with Metasys® system Release 7.0 and later. You may apply the dual trunk
integration feature to NIEx9s purchased prior to the current release by using the NIEx9 Driver Manager
tool. For information on how to apply the latest package and license files that support dual trunks, refer
to the NIEx9 Driver Manager Application Note (LIT-12011919).
The Metasys Network Integration Engine (NIE) controller is a web-enabled, Ethernet-based, supervisory device that
serves two roles. Its first role is to integrate the Metasys Building Management System to other standard building
management communication technologies. Integrations include the following network protocols: BACnet®, LONWORKS®,
N2 Bus, Modbus®, Meter-Bus (M-Bus, European Standard EN 1434-3), KNX, and other third-party proprietary
protocols. In this capacity, the NIE29 monitors and supervises a wide variety of HVAC, lighting, security, fire, electrical
and thermal measuring and access control equipment.
Its second role is to provide the I/O point connectivity and digital control capabilities of a Metasys Field Equipment
Controller (FEC). In this capacity, the NIE29 Series controller provides a cost-effective solution designed for central
plant applications and large built-up air handlers.
For the Modbus and M-Bus protocols, one NIE29 can support two integrations: two Modbus, two M-Bus, or one of
each, significantly expanding the engine's flexibility. See Table 11 for a list of all supported dual trunk applications.
Important: The NIE29 is shipped with a license and driver for the communication protocol that was ordered. If you
re-image the engine, the license and driver are deleted and the engine is not able to communicate with
the required protocol. If you need to re-image the engine, use the NIEx9 Driver Manager first to preserve
the protocol driver and license file before you re-image. For details, refer to the NIEx9 Driver Manager
Application Note (LIT-12011919).
Figure 1 shows the physical features and dimensions of the MS-NIE2966-0 model. See NIE29 Model Ordering
Information Table for NIE29 Series model information and features.
Installation
Follow these guidelines when installing an NIE:
• Transport the NIE in the original container to minimize vibration and shock damage to the NIE.
• Verify that all the parts shipped with the NIE.
• Do not drop the NIE or subject it to physical shock.
Parts Included
• one NIE with removable terminal plugs
• one data protection battery (installed and connected when the NIE is shipped)
• one installation instructions sheet
Materials and Special Tools Needed
• three fasteners appropriate for the mounting surface (M4 screws [#8] screws)
• one 20 cm (8 in.) or longer piece of 35 mm DIN rail and appropriate hardware for mounting the DIN rail
1NIE29 Installation Instructions

Johnson Controls NIE29 Series Specifications

General

Controller Type	Network Integration Engine
Series	NIE29
Communication Protocol	N2
Power Supply	24 VAC/VDC
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Mounting	DIN rail

Summary

Application Overview

NIE29 Compatibility and Features

NIE29 compatibility with Metasys, dual trunk integration, and controller roles.

NIE29 Licensing and Driver Management

Procedure for preserving protocol driver and license file before re-imaging.

Installation

Installation Guidelines and Parts

General guidelines for transporting, verifying, and handling the NIE during installation.

NIE Mounting

Location Considerations for Mounting

Guidelines for NIE mounting location, considering temperature, vibration, and ventilation.

Mounting the NIE

Wall Mount Applications

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the NIE on a wall.

DIN Rail Mount Applications

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the NIE on a DIN rail.

Wiring and Connections

Port Connections Overview

Details on power, Ethernet, USB, SA Bus, FC Bus, LON, and RS232 port connections.

Specific Port Wiring Details

Wiring details for FC Bus, LONWORKS, RS232C Serial, and USB ports.

Wiring Rules and Protocols

Network Bus Wiring Rules

Rules for IP Ethernet, MS/TP, SA Bus, N2 Bus, Modbus, and LONWORKS networks.

Protocol-Specific Wiring Instructions

Detailed wiring steps for N2, MS/TP, LON, Modbus, M-Bus, and KNX protocols.

Detailed Wiring and I/O Specifications

Specific Protocol Wiring Examples

Wiring examples for FC Bus, LONWORKS, Modbus RTU, M-Bus, and KNX.

Input/Output Terminal Functions

Functions, ratings, and requirements for Universal, Binary, Analog, and Configurable I/O terminals.

Cable and Wire Size Guidelines

Guidelines for recommended wire sizes, cable lengths, and load currents.

Network Integration Rules

N2, Modbus RTU, and MS/TP FC Bus Rules

Rules for N2 Bus, Modbus RTU, and MS/TP FC Bus integration.

SA Bus, M-Bus, and KNX Protocol Rules

Rules for SA Bus, M-Bus, and KNX protocol integration, including topology and cable.

LONWORKS and Ethernet Network Rules

Guidelines for LONWORKS network topology, devices, and Ethernet network rules.

Device Configuration and Wiring Details

NIE29 Dual Trunk Options

Supported dual trunk applications for Modbus and M-Bus protocols.

Terminal Wiring and Cable Length Charts

Terminal wiring details and charts for cable length vs. load current.

Setup and Operation

Data Protection Battery Management

Function, charging, and maintenance of the data protection battery.

Powering On/Off and Startup Sequence

Startup sequence, powering on, disconnecting power, and battery backup.

Configuration and Addressing Settings

Setting EOL switches, network addresses, and binary output jumpers.

Troubleshooting

LED Status Indicators and Meanings

Description of NIE29 LED designations, normal status, and other conditions.

Startup LED Test Sequence

The sequence of LED lighting during the NIE startup process.

Product Information

Accessories and Ordering Information

List of available accessories, product codes, and ordering information.

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications for power, memory, interfaces, dimensions, and operating conditions.

Compliance and Contact Information

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Statements for FCC, UL, CE, RCM, and BACnet compliance.

Emissions Compliance and Contacts

North American emissions compliance and Johnson Controls contact points.