Vantage Controls CR1000 Controller for the automation system User Manual C Box RACK 1

Vantage Controls Inc. Controller for the automation system C Box RACK 1

installation and users manual

VANTAGEINSTALLATION GUIDE FORCD1000 & CD1000RFINSTALLATION GUIDE OVERVIEWI. Locate C-Box in an optimal location for installation and performance A. RF antenna considerations B. AC power outletII. Mount C-BoxIII. Setup hardware A. Master Address B. Master Network TerminationIV. Wire low-voltage connections (optional) A. Master Bus B. Station Bus C. RS-232V. Plug C-Box into AC receptacleVI. Setup softwareVII. Configure stations DESKTOP C-BOX
VANTAGEOWNER'S WARRANTYRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.DO NOT REMOVE SCREWSEXCEPT SPECIFIED USERSERVICE SCREW.CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOVE COVER.NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT LAMP UNIT.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL.The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk or electric shock to persons.The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. WARNING: In order to comply with the FCC RF exposure requirements, this product must be installed and operated in such a way that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm (approximately 8 inches) is maintained from the antenna to any persons. Operations that do not meet these requirements must be avoided.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.Note: All time periods mentioned in this Attachment refer to time elapsed from date of invoice to dealer.1. VANTAGE Q-Series products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years.2. VANTAGE Vision products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years.3. This warranty does not apply to any defect arising from abnormal use, abuse, negligence, equipment alteration, improper installation, products misapplication or acts of God.4. Products that VANTAGE obtains through third parties (such as remotes and sensors) maintain the original equipment manufacturer's warranty, and are not covered by VANTAGE's standard product warranty.5. VANTAGE reserves the right, to determine whether products have been subject to abnormal use, abuse, negligence, equipment alteration, improper installation, product misapplication or acts of God.6. VANTAGE reserves the right, to inspect all returned components to determine the cause of the malfunction and to determine if it will be repaired or replaced under the warranty agreement.7. VANTAGE shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages, including, but not limited to, installation or replacement labor costs, and disclaims the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Some states do not allow limitations on duration of implied warranty periods and do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Some of the above limitations may not apply to every purchaser.
VANTAGEEXIT BUTTONAUXILLARY POWERMASTER ADDRESSTERMINATION SWITCHRESET SWITCHRS-232 PORT-C [CD1000 ONLY]ANTENNA[CD1000RF ONLY]AC POWER INLETRS-232 PORT-ARS-232 PORT-BMASTER BUSSTATION BUSDIAGNOSTIC LCD DISPLAYANTENNA [CD1000RF ONLY]4th BUTTON3rd BUTTON2nd BUTTON1st BUTTON17"2"RS-232 PORTDESKTOP C-BOX INSTALLATION 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 51 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2RS-232+24V DC+12V DCGNDTXARXARTSACTSAGNDTXBRXBRTSBCTSBT/R+T/R-T/R+T/R-PORT-AMASTER BUS STATION BUSCLASS 2RUN-1 RUN-2PORT-BRESET100-250V AC50/60Hz MASTERADDRESS MASTERNETWORKTERMINATIONRS-232PORT-CONOFF10s 1s
VANTAGE1. OPTIMAL LOCATIONA. RF considerations for C-Box (antenna) location (CD1000RF Only)The C-Box location must be carefully chosen. Many factors affect theperformance of the radio such as:1. Distance between the C-Box and the Stations2. Construction of walls between the C-Box and the Stations3. Size and shape of the buildingB. For optimum RF performance: (CD1000RF Only)1. Install the C-Box so that the antenna is not near other metal enclosures,equipment or wires (a minimum of 6 inches clearance is recommended).2. Install the C-Box in a central location in the building.3. If the C-Box is being installed in a closed metal A/V enclosure, a non-RadioLink C-Box version must be used in conjunction with a RadioLink Enabler. The Enabler should be connected to one of the RS-232 ports of the C-Box and then mounted externally (outside of) the A/V enclosure. C. Locate C-Box less than two meters from AC receptacleThe (supplied) power cord is 78" (2 meters) in length.2. MOUNT C-BOX TO RACK (OPTIONAL)The C-Box can be mounted in an audio/video rack with the optional rack-mount kit. The kit includes 2 side brackets and a front trim strip to dress a finished 2U (3½") opening.3. HARDWARE SETUPA. Master Address SwitchesThe Master Address switches come factory set to '01'. If the installation has multiple C-Boxes or Q-Masters,each of their address switches must be set to a unique address. Valid addresses are 01 through 15.Extra care should be taken to ensure that the address is set correctly. The switches have been labeled identifying the left switch as the "ones" digit and the right switch as the "tens" digit of the address.Note: The Master Network consists of up to fifteen 'Masters'. A 'Master' is any one of the following Vantage products: Q-Master, C-Box, C-Box with RadioLink.IMPORTANT!! Do not allow C-Boxes or Masters to operate with identical Master Addresses. Unpredictable system behavior will result.DESKTOP C-BOX INSTALLATION MASTERADDRESS10s 1s
VANTAGEB. Master Network Termination Switch Set the Master Network Termination Switch to "ON" if the C-Box is physically at the end of a 'daisy-chained'or 'home-run' Master Network.Set the Master Network Termination Switch to "OFF" if the C-Box is in the middle of a 'daisy-chained'Master Network.A C-Box that is not physically wired to other C-Boxes or Masters MUST have its termination switch set to 'ON'.C. Reset ButtonWhen the reset button is pressed, the C-Box and all connected stations will reset. RF stations will reinitialize andbe inoperable for a few minutes.4. WIRE LOW-VOLTAGE CONNECTIONS (Optional)A. Master BusThe C-Box may be included in a 'wired' Master Network. Two conductor 18AWG wire should be used. 1000 totalfeet of wire is the maximum allowed, regardless of the number of Masters or C-Boxes on the network. See the sectionsdetailing the Master Address Switches and the Master Network Termination Switch.IMPORTANT!! The Master Network is polarized. Extra care MUST be taken to connect this master's T/R+ terminal to the next master's T/R+ terminal, as well as this master's T/R- terminal to the next master's T/R-terminal.B. Station Bus NetworkThe C-Box Station Bus can be used to control up to fifty "wired" stations. These stations are in additionto the "wireless" stations. Any of the stations currently available from Vantage may be connected to this bus,such as LCD, Low-voltage Relay, Contact Input, RS-232 and DMX Stations and all the varieties of keypad stations.Two conductor 18AWG wire should be used. 1,000 total feet of wire is the maximum allowed on each run, regardlessof the number of stations on the network.NOTE: The station network is not polarized.C. RS-232The C-Box has four* RS-232 Ports. The port on the face of the chassis is theDiagnostic Port and is used for temporary connection to a laptop computerfor programming or updating the Vantage System. The remaining threeports A, B, and C, are available for permanent connection to third partyequipment such as a video projector, audio/video matrix switcher or securitysystem. A null modem, cross type cable should be used (Diagnostic Port and Port-C). *IMPORTANT!! Port C is NOT available on the C-Box with RadioLink (CD1000RF). DESKTOP C-BOX INSTALLATION RESETMASTERNETWORKTERMINATIONONOFF1 2 1 2STATION BUSCLASS 2RUN-1 RUN-21 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5RS-232GNDTXARXARTSACTSAGNDTXBRXBRTSBCTSBPORT-A PORT-BRS-232PORT-C1 2 1 2T/R+T/R-T/R+T/R-MASTER BUS
VANTAGEThe C-Box typically uses RX, TX and GND for RS-232 communications. RTS and CTS are also implemented for hardware that requires them. The default protocol for RS-232 communication is:Signal Format: Conforms to RS-232 C standardBaud: 19200Parity: noneTotal Bits: 8Stop Bits: 1Flow Control: NoneD. NOTEThe C-Box provides +24VDC at 100mA and +12VDC at 250mA. These voltages are available for external hardware such as motion detectors, light sensors, etc.C-Box low-voltage circuits are classified as Class 2 circuits (USA). As Class 2 circuits, they comply with the requirements of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC). When installing and wiring to these C-Boxes, follow all applicable national and/or local wiring regulations. External connections to any low-voltage C-Box terminal must be from a Listed Class 2 Source.5. PLUG C-BOX INTO AC RECEPTACLEAfter carefully checking all low-voltage wiring, (if any), proceed to plug the C-Box into a grounded ACreceptacle using the supplied power cord. Although not suggested, if additional length is required, alonger cord may be used as long as it contains a ground conductor. 6. SETUP SOFTWAREA. LCD Control & Menu Structure Overview: The front panel of the C-Box has five buttons that allow control of, or status of the following elements:1. Set Load Levels By: a. Master b. Module c. Load d. Level, Toggle or Increment (10%)2. Set Station Switch Status (not implemented)3. Set Master Time a. Time i. Month/Date/Year/Hour/Minute/Second b. Calibrate Time Clock i. '+' or '-' number of seconds per day4. Diagnostics of: a. Master i. Version ii. Network Communications iii. TeleAccess Installed Status: Yes/No iv. Generate - Displays Master Address b. Station (not implemented) c. RS232 i. Displays Current RS 232 Settings Only, i.e. 19200, N, 8, 1 d. Gen (Generate) i. Load Backup Flash (reprogram C-Box from Flash Memory)FRONT VIEW OF PORT-C& DIAGNOSTIC PORTC-BOX RS-232 CONNECTIONSSignalNameRX Data InTX Data OutGNDCTSRTSVantageDB9 Pin23578ScrewTerminals32145External DevicesData out (TX)Data In (RX)Ground (GND)Handshake Out (RTS)Handshake In (CTS)100-250V AC50/60Hz DESKTOP C-BOX INSTALLATION
Implementation:If navigation stops working press the reset button on the C-Box. (Always do step "A" first before starting each of the steps below) Press any of the four buttons on the C-Box to access the menu functions.1. How to set Load Levels: a. Press arrow keys so the cursor is on the L in Load, then press the button under Sel. b. Move the cursor to Ma1 (Master#), Mo1 (Module#), Ld1 (load#). Each of these selections can be changed by pressing the Inc (increment) button when the cursor is on that item, i.e. change the Ma1 to Ma2, etc. c. When selections are made the load can be toggled or incremented in 10% steps.2. How to set Station Switch Status: a. Currently not implemented3. How to set or calibrate Master Controller Time: a. Press arrow keys so the cursor is on the T in Time, then press the button under Sel. i. To set/change the time and date on the C-Box, place the cursor on Set and press Sel. Each component of the date and time can be decremented or incremented. ii. To calibrate the C-Box's internal clock, place the cursor on Calibrate and press Sel. The internal C-Box clock speed can be decremented or incremented to + or - 58 seconds daily.4. How to run Diagnostics and Reports: a. Press the arrow keys so the cursor is on the D in Diag, then press Sel. i. For Master diagnostics place the cursor on Mast and press Sel. (1) Select Ver for Master Firmware Version. (2) Select Net for network communications. (3) Select Tele to see if TeleAccess has been installed. (4) Select Gen to see the Master Address. ii. For Station diagnostics (not implemented) iii. For RS232 diagnostics place the cursor on RS232 and press Sel. The current port, baud rate, parity, Total bits, and Stop bits are displayed. iv. For Gen diagnostics place the cursor on Gen and press Sel. With the cursor on Ldbk Flsh, press Sel and the C-Box will be reprogrammed from the Backup Flash. When display reads "Backup Flash Loaded," press Exit until display returns to normal.B. Connect to computerConnection to the computer can be temporary using the front diagnostic RS-232 Port, or permanently wired to the C-Box using Port-A, B, or C. (Port-C is not available on the CD1000RF)C. Update FirmwareThe C-Box may be shipped with a firmware update. The first time you connect to the C-Box Q-Link may prompt you to update the system firmware to the latest version.VANTAGEDESKTOP C-BOX INSTALLATION
D. Setup C-Box Controller in QLink A C-Box Controller may be added in the Wiring view by rightclicking on and selecting Add C-Box Controlleror RadioLink C-Box Controller. Typically you should first createFloors and Rooms before creating the C-Box.If you first create floors and rooms and then try to add a station,load or any item that requires a C-Box Controller the software willautomatically add the Controller you specify to the project. The C-Box Properties window is opened when a C-Box Controller iscreated. Specify the model number and make sure the proper itemsis selected for the Ports intended use. Please refer to online help inthe Q-Link software and your training manual for addition explanation.7. CONFIGURE STATIONSThe C-Box must be programmed with the serial numbers of all the stations assigned to it in Q-Link. From the menu bar in Q-Link, select System/Configure Stations. A list of all stations will be displayed on the screen. With wired stations, press the Configure Station button(s). With RadioLink stations, manually enter the serial number for each RadioLink station to match it with the corresponding programming in Q-Link. After the C-Box is programmed, it will add to its network and configure only the RadioLink stations that it has serial numbers for. This will take several minutes depending on the number of RadioLink stations on the network. The second row on the display of the C-Box will indicate the number of stations on the network. Wired stations show in the "R_" field. RadioLink stations show in the "RS_" field. After the display indicates that all the RadioLink stations are on the network, it is recommended that the installer wait at least 5 minutes before pressing any buttons on the system. This allows the C-Box time to finish configuring all the stations. The Status LED will blink steadily when a station has been added to the network and configured.Name: Master 1 1Master #Model: CD1000 - Desktop C-BoxPort AConnected to: None/OtherNone/OtherNone/OtherPropertiesPropertiesPropertiesCancelOKConnected to:Connected to:Port BPort CC-Box PropertiesVANTAGEFCC ID: PII-CR1000This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for helpChanges or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Vantage Controls could void the user's authority to operate this product.DESKTOP C-BOX INSTALLATION
C-BOX SPECIFICATIONSProduct TypeModelRated VoltageInput CurrentRated FrequencyPower ConsumptionAmbient Operating TemperatureStorage TemperatureAmbient Operating HumidityCabinetDimensions (Approximate)Weight (Approximate)Maximum # of Keypad ButtonsMaximum # of Slave ButtonsMaximum # of Wired StationsMaximum # of RF StationsMaximum # of Timed EventsRS-232 PortsLCD Display and Button InterfaceMaximum Power DrawBuilt-in ProtectionsLithium Battery BackupFlash ROMWiring Specifications (device dependent)Maximum Length of C-Box NetworkWiring Configuration C-Box NetworkMaximum Length of Station BusWiring Configuration Station BusRADIO SPECIFICATIONS (CD1000RF ONLY)FCC ID#Frequency RangePower SupplyCurrent required while transmittingCurrent required while receivingAntenna ConnectionAntenna GainTransmit PowerRF TechnologyNumber of Hop ChannelsOperating Temperature RangePII-RFE1000902-928 MHz ISM Band12 VDC180mA70mAPermanent (Solder)2dBi140mWFrequency Hopping Spread Spectrum2541° to 104°F (+5°C to +4-°C)C-Box Home Automation ControllerC-Box with RadioLink Desktop (CD1000)AC 110-120 220-240 V______50/60 Hz______41° to 104°F (+5°C to +4-°C)-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to +60°C)5-95% (non-condensing)Steel17" (w) x 2" (h) x 10" (d)8 lbs.40010050602504yes150W @ 120V, 75W @ 240V• Transformer isolation between C-Boxes• Static Shock for Master, Station, Slave, RS232• Secondary effects of lighting for C-Box, Station20-year (unpowered)yes2-Conductor, 18 gauge stranded, non-shielded (i.e. Liberty #16218EX)1000 feet (304 meters)Daisy Chain only2000 feet (608 meters)Daisy Chain, Branch, and/or StarFor questions or technical assistance, contact Vantage Tech Support7AM - 6PM MST at 800-555-9891.1061 SOUTH 800 EAST • OREM, UTAH 84097 • 800.555.9891DESKTOP C-BOX INSTALLATION

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