European Installation Bus Systems

EUROPEAN INSTALLATION BUS SYSTEMS (EIB.)

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EUROPEAN INSTALLATION BUS SYSTEM (EIB) SYSTEMS OVERVIEW: -

The EIB building automation system is offered by a combination of European manufacturers of material for electrical installation; these firms are among the leading suppliers in their respective fields.

One of the essential advantages offered by the system is the fact that different equipment from all manufacturers can be coupled by means of the standardized BUS from a single pair of wires (plus one pair in reserve) and are capable of mutual communication. The functional interconnection is realized by programming, which can be performed simply, for instance, with the use of a laptop.

In principle, all BUS modules operate decentrally. They are freely addressable individually without a host computer and are logically interconnected with the installation software. The use of a central unit (such as a personal computer) is expedient only if records, graphical surveys (for instance, functional monitoring on the basis of building layouts), or functions of the central building management (for example, monitoring of emissions in a production plant) are necessary.

The system also permits modification or expansion of the functions by module extensions or programme changes at a later date without wiring alterations. ALTENBURGER ELECTRONICS offer their experience in the field of building automation systems as well as a qualified service "on site" without limit for the basic hardware and software as well as for subsequent modifications.

FEATURES AND ADVANTAGES OF THE EIB SYSTEM: -

Monitoring and optimizing of energy costs.

Switching and controls.

Fault indications.

Status indications.

Limiting value indications.

Trend indications.

Data collection and playback.

Counting.

Command entries.

Simple wiring and installation.

Upward compatibility with Other BMS systems.

Simple adaptation of the installation in the event of changes in applications.

Expansion capability without additional wiring.

Convenient operation and simple maintenance.

Possibility of clear-cut planning which is understandable to the layman.

OPERATION AND FUNCTION: -

Digital transmission of all information by way of a two-wire bus (one pair of leads in reserve).

Decentralized circuit design, and thus low bus load.

Modular and installation components, suited for standard boxes or snap-on installation on standard bus bars.

Centralized command input, with possibility of monitoring and recording.

Programming of addresses and application parameters by means of a personal computer as stationary programming unit, or with the use of an ALTENBURGER programming unit.

TECHNICAL DATA: -

Voltage supply to the components by way of the bus.

System voltage, DC: 24V.

Two wire bus, plus two spare wires.

Serial telegram transmission.

9600 baud.

High reliability of transmission.

Repeated transmission in the event of telegram garbling.

Equivalence of bus devices, or regulation of priorities.

No need for a central exchange.

Maximum of 256 addressable bus devices per line.

Maximum of 64 bus devices per voltage supply unit.

Maximum of 12 + 1 lines.(256 x 13 = 3328 Addressable Bus Devices or Modules.)

Line, star, or tree structure as well as mixture selectable.

Length of lead, maximum: 1000 m.

Voltage supply, AC: 230V/ DC :24V, 0.32 A, short-circuit-proof, protected low voltage, buffering capability.

ALTENBURGER PROGRAMMABLE DIMMING CONTROL SYSTEMS:

The Programmable Dimming Control Systems described here, operate within the European Installation Bus System (EIBS.)

The system offers convenience in operation and service, highly decentralized operation, and very simple installation and programming.

It permits the programming of a maximum of 12 light levels per circuit. The required number of circuits can be combined for different lighting scenes. Fade times from scene to scene can be set between 0 and 9999 seconds.

Scenes are called up via a Pushbutton operated Scene Selector Panel (size, colour and design according to requirements.) Scene setting and fade time programming, is carried out via a handheld wireless infrared transmitter, while the system's programming is done with the EIB software (ETS.) All of these functions can also be accommodated with the aid of AV Touch panels.

An automatic scene selection is provided by means of a clock, which is programmed at, and incorporated into the (DRC) Dimmer Rack Cabinet.

THE PROGRAMMABLE DIMMING CONTROL SYSTEM IS WELL SUITED FOR THE CONTROL OF:

Incandescent lamps.

Low-voltage halogen lamps with wire-wound transformers.

Low-voltage halogen lamps with electronic transformers with 220V interface.

Low-voltage halogen lamps with electronic transformers with 1 to 10V interface.

Fluorescent lamps with electronic ballasts with 220 V interface.

Fluorescent lamps with wire-wound, pulse, or high frequency transformers in combination with inductive ballasts.

Fluorescent lamps with electronic ballasts with 1 to 10Vinterface.

Fluorescent lamps with ballasts with digital interface.

Switching of non-dimmable lamp circuits.

Automatic master controls of circuits (such as for room subdivisions by folding Partitions) are possible as required. Venetian blind controls, Photosensor-actuated controls, motion detectors etc. can be integrated.

1. THYRISTOR OR TRANSISTOR PLUG IN MODULES FOR PHASE CONTROL AND PHASE INTERVAL CONTROL:

Phase Controlled Modules are suitable for the following Loads:

Incandescent lamps.

Halogen lamps.

How-voltage halogen lamps with wire-wound transformers.

Low-voltage halogen lamps with electronic transformers, being suitable for phase controls.

Neon lamps with transformers.

Fluorescent lamps with dimmable electronic ballasts and inductive ballasts.

Fluorescent lamps with wire-wound, pulse, or high frequency transformers in combination with inductive ballasts.

Phase-Interval Controlled Modules are suitable for the following Loads:

Low-voltage halogen lamps with electronic transformers.

Incandescent lamps.

Fluorescent lamps with dimmable electronic ballasts.

Power Modules with closed housings for snap-on DIN rail mount, designed for standard "C "-section rails, and in conformance with DIN 46277 are available in various ranges up to 2kW/KVA for Phase Control and up to 1.4kW for Phase-Interval Control (ALTOQUICK model series AQ.)

Power Modules are also available in an open (unhoused) design. These Modules are of plug in design and are uniform in size, for the power ranges of 2, 2x2, 3, 5, or 8kW/KVA with Phase Control, and in 2kW design for Phase Interval Control. (Unhoused refers to the construction of the TH Dimmer Module Series; however, they are usually installed within a suitable DRC.)

2. COMPACT DIMMING CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR DIMMABLE ELECTRONIC BALLASTS WITH LOW VOLTAGE INTERFACE OR LOW VOLTAGE ACTUATION:

Low Voltage Modules are suitable for the following Loads:

Fluorescent lamps and low-voltage halogen lamps with electronic ballasts with 1 to 10V interface.

Electronic ballasts with digital interface.

These Modules likewise, are available with housings for DIN rail systems (ALTOQUICK model series AQ-S).

The abovementioned dimming control modules are connected to the lamps being controlled, and with the low-voltage EIB components for executing and transmitting the intended function.

3. THE EIB SYSTEM, WHOSE ESSENTIAL COMPONENTS ARE ALSO ACCOMMODATED WITHIN THE DRC'S OPERATE AS FOLLOWS:

3.1 DATA BUS:

All Data transmissions, as well as the bus voltage supply, proceed by way of a data bus with two pairs of wires (2 x 2 x 0.8 mm²) onto which the bus components are snapped on.

One pair of wires performs the actual functions; the other pair serves as a spare, for instance, in case of damage to the first pair. If several data busses are necessary for distribution, the I-bus can be joined by means of Bus connectors.

3.2 BUS VOLTAGE SUPPLY:

The bus voltage supply (230V, primary; 24V, secondary) is drawn from the standard bus bar by snap-on connection. The load maximum is 320mA (which corresponds to 64 dimming actuators or sensors.) For heavier load requirements, additional voltage supply modules can be installed. A choke module, is installed between the voltage supply and bus bar for coupling the bus supply voltage onto the bus. This device protects data present on the bus from interference by the current supply.

Within the DRC'S, the data is transmitted by way of the data bus; a self adhesive contact strip which is applied to the DIN rail. Four conductive tracks are accommodated on this strip; when the bus components are snapped onto the standard bus bar, they are connected with the conductive tracks by means of contact pins. A direct voltage of 24V, is supplied from the bus voltage supply unit by way of the outer two conductive tracks. This direct voltage is coupled with the I-bus (the inner two conductive tracks) by means of the choke module.

3.3 ACTUATORS:

Actuators are employed for executing the respective light control commands or other control functions and switching operations as desired.

The actuators, each of which constitutes an integral unit with a programmable bus coupler, are connected with the data bus by snap on installation onto the DIN rail. Its purpose is the conversion of signals received from sensors, (such as pushbuttons, switches, potentiometers, photo sensors, or infrared detectors,) into that of programmed commands.

Three actuator versions are available:

a) For dimming and switching in conjunction with phase, or phase-interval control modules.

b) For dimming and switching of Luminaires equipped with Dimmable ballasts with low voltage interfaces, 1 - 10V.

c) For switching of lighting fixtures which are not intended for, or, are not capable of dimming.

3.4 SENSORS:

Sensors within the programmable dimming control system are essentially:

Push Button Panels for the selection of a maximum of twelve lighting scenes and for gradual variation of light levels with pushbuttons "UP" and "DOWN", as well as infrared remote controls, which operate in parallel to the Push Button Panels and are equipped with the same functions.

Infrared sensors with the respective associated decoding and programming unit (including bus coupling.)

Photoelectric, temperature, wind, and humidity sensors, Push Button controls for Venetian blinds, door and window contacts, etc.

3.5 DECODERS:

Moreover, a decoder/programming unit is accommodated in the DRC'S: The function of this decoder is to process the encoded signals arriving from the infrared detector sent by means of the programming unit (bus coupling) for execution by the dimming actuators.

In the Chart Below, due to the immense size of the EIB System and it's Components, we have listed very briefly, some of the components involved which make up the various and unlimited EIB Programmable Dimming Systems.

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ALTENBURGER EIB PROGRAMMABLE DIMMING SYSTEMS COMPONENTS

Photosensors, Pushbuttons, Potentiometers, Dim Sensors, Light Value Switches, Constant Light Controllers, Control Panels, Actuators, And Input / Output Modules.

All Components Are connected together via a Common 2 Wire Bus System.

An important note: -

Components do not need to be adjacent to each other in order to effect proper communication. These can be placed at any point on the 2 wire bus, at up to 1000M apart between any two associated components.

The System is such, that the units will establish the correct lines of communication as required.

EIB SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM OVERVIEW - SENSORS AND ACTUATORS

Controllers feature all of the Standard Altenburger Control Modules such as: -

NS2, NS4, NS4 WV, AQ A, AQ P.

NS2-S, NS4-S, NS4 WV-S, NS6.

This includes all of the AQ and TH Type Dimmer Modules.

Also includes Dimmable Electronic Control Gear, Load Contactors and Latching Relays.

EIB SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM OVERVIEW - CONTROLLERS

Anodized Aluminium Panel with visualized Building Layout, complete with relevant Control Pushbuttons for each area, Status and Fault Indicator LED's.

EIB LAYOUT PANEL 1

Sample AV Touch Panel Layout Screen. Shown are: -

On / Off Pushbuttons, Scene Selector Pushbuttons, Lighting Level Sliders.

EIB AV TOUCH PANEL 1


On / Off Pushbuttons, Scene Selector Pushbuttons, Individual Lighting Circuit Pushbuttons.

EIB AV TOUCH PANEL 2


A few of the many Custom Symbols which can be included in the Software, of the System Layout.

EIB AV TOUCH PANEL SYMBOLS

Brushed Stainless Steel, Recessed, EIB AV Touch Panel.

EIB AV STAINLESS RECESS MOUNT TOUCH PANEL

Brushed Stainless Steel, Recessed, EIB AV Touch Panel, Showing a Custom Building Layout.

EIB AV STAINLESS RECESS MOUNT TOUCH PANEL WITH BUILDING LAYOUT PICTURED

Slimline P.C. Desktop, EIB AV Touch Panel.

EIB AV DESKTOP TOUCH PANEL

Slimline P.C. Wall Mount, EIB AV Touch Panel.

EIB AV WALL MOUNT TOUCH PANEL

Brushed Stainless Steel, Surface Mount, EIB AV Touch Panel.

EIB AV STAINLESS SURFACE MOUNT TOUCH PANEL

EIB System Interfaces. Shown are Connections between EIB, ISDN and ETHERNET. Some EIB System Components are also Shown. Interfaces to many other Systems are also Available.

EIB SYSTEM INTERFACES LAYOUT

Fully Programmable EIB Dimming System. All Programming of Lighting Scenes, Fade and Rise Times, are carried out with either the Handheld Programmer, or, alternatively with the Anodized Aluminium Wall Mount Pushbutton Control Panel.

EIB HANDHELD IR PROGRAMMER AND ALUMINIUM RECESSED WALL MOUNT PUSHBUTTON PANEL

DYNAMIC EIB LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS.

The System allows for the Programming and Control of Static and Dynamic Lighting Scenes.

The System features Manual Dimming with the aid of the IB Pushbutton Control Panel, which features: On / Off / Brighter / Darker / Store, Functions. Dynamic Scene Control is via AV Touch Screen Panel, and by utilizing the Multi- Sensor Controller, Type IBMSC - NV. This Module can be used in conjunction with Multi Sensors For each area or Circuit, allowing for the Automatic Scene Control in conjunction with Motion Sensing, and Daylight Dependent Constant Light Control.

The IBMSC - NV Can Control, once again, all of the Respective Altenburger Load Dimmer Modules, for Low Voltage Halogen, Mains Voltage Halogen, Incandescent, Fluorescent Lamps Equipped with Dimmable Electronic Control Gear with 1 - 10V Interface, and including DALI Ballasts For Fluorescents.

PLEASE, ALSO SEE THE SUPPLEMENTARY FOOTNOTES ON THIS PAGE.

EIB DYNAMIC LIGHTING CONTROLS

The ALTODIM 400 - 0 Is a Phase Interval Controlled Load Dimmer Module, with a Load Capacity of 40 - 400W/VA. The Unit operates within the EIB System. The unique feature, is that the Module can be operated directly from a Single Pushbutton in the absence of any EIB Signals. A combination of Up to 3 of Any Type of ALTODIM Load Dimmer Modules can be connected together and operated via a single Push Switch. The Parallel operation of several Pushbuttons is also possible.

Suitable for Electronic or Capacitive Loads.

ALTODIM 400 - 0 EIB PUSH DIMMER







The ALTODIM 600 Is a Phase Controlled Load Dimmer Module, with a Load Capacity of 40 - 600W/VA. The Unit operates within the EIB System. The unique feature, is that the Module can be operated directly from a Single Pushbutton in the absence of any EIB Signals. A combination of Up to 3 of Any Type of ALTODIM Load Dimmer Modules can be connected together and operated via a single Push Switch. The Parallel operation of several Pushbuttons is also possible.

Suitable for Magnetic or Inductive Loads, as well as for Electric Motors up to 600W.

ALTODIM 600 EIB PUSH DIMMER







The ALTODIM 1500 U Is a UNIVERSAL Phase Controlled OR a Phase Interval Controlled Load Dimmer Module, with a Load Capacity of 60 - 1500W/VA.

A Selector Switch on the face of the Module allows for Manual or Automatic Selection of the (respectively, Inductive or Capacitive) connected Load. In the Automatic mode, the Dimmer Module conducts a short test to determine the type of connected load and then automatically, selects the correct Mode of operation.

The Unit operates within the EIB System. The unique feature, is that the Module can be operated directly from a Single Pushbutton in the absence of any EIB Signals. A combination of Up to 3 of Any Type of ALTODIM Load Dimmer

Modules can be connected together and operated via a single Push Switch. The Parallel operation of several Pushbuttons is also possible.

Suitable for Resistive, Capacitive or Inductive Loads, as well as for Electric Motors up to 1500W.

ALTODIM 1500 U EIB KNX UNIVERSAL PUSH DIMMER

The ALTODIM 600 - 0 / P Is a Phase Interval Controlled Load Dimmer Module, with a Load Capacity of 40 - 600W/VA.

The Module is individually capable of programming of up to 25 Lighting Scenes, with fade times of between 1-9999 seconds, per scene and per circuit. Additionally an interlockable Cleaning Light can be realized. Programming and Scene Selections are carried out via EIB Pushbutton panels, or AV Touch Screens, or with Handheld Infrared Transmitters.

The Unit operates within the EIB System. Another unique feature, is that the Module can be operated directly from a Single Pushbutton in the absence of any EIB Signals. A combination of Up to 3 of Any Type of ALTODIM Load Dimmer Modules can be connected together and operated via a single Push Switch. The Parallel operation of several Pushbuttons is also possible.


ALTODIM 600-0 / P EIB PUSH DIMMER

The ALTODIM 1400 - 0 / P Is a Phase Interval Controlled Load Dimmer Module, with a Load Capacity of 60 - 1400W/VA.




ALTODIM 1400-0 / P EIB PUSH DIMMER

The ALTODIM 600 / P Is a Phase Controlled Load Dimmer Module, with a Load Capacity of 40 - 600W/VA.




ALTODIM 600 / P EIB PUSH DIMMER


The Module is individually capable of programming of up to 25 Lighting Scenes, with fade times of between 1-9999 seconds, per scene and per circuit. Additionally an interlockable Cleaning Light can be realized. Programming and

Scene Selections are carried out via EIB Pushbutton panels, or AV Touch Screens, or with Handheld Infrared Transmitters.









The TH - EIB / P are Phase Interval Controlled Load Dimmer Modules, with Single Phase Load Capacities of 50 - 2,200 W / VA. Modules are Also available in Three Phase Load Capacities of 3 x 50 - 2,200 W / VA. The Units operate within the EIB System. The unique feature, is that the Modules can be operated directly from a Single Pushbutton in the absence of any EIB Signals. A combination of Up to 3 of Any Type of TH - EIB / P Load Dimmer Modules can be connected together and operated via a single Push Switch. The Parallel operation of several Pushbuttons is also possible.


TH 3 X 2 KW - 0 EIB / P LOAD DIMMER POWER MODULES

The TH - EIB / P are Phase Controlled Load Dimmer Modules, with Single Phase Load Capacities of 60 - 2000 W / VA, 60 - 3000 W / VA, 100 - 5000 W / VA, and also 100 - 8000 W / VA. Modules are Also available in Three Phase Load Capacities of 3 x 60 - 2000 W / VA, 3 x 60 - 3000 W / VA, 3 x 100 - 5000 W / VA, and 3 x 100 - 8000 W / VA. The Units operate within the EIB System. The unique feature, is that the Modules can be operated directly from a Single Pushbutton in the absence of any EIB Signals. A combination of Up to 3 of Any Type of TH - EIB / P Load Dimmer Modules can be connected together and operated via a single Push Switch. The Parallel operation of several Pushbuttons is also possible.


TH 3 X 8 KVA EIB / P LOAD DIMMER POWER MODULES

SUPPLEMENTARY NOTES ON DYNAMIC EIB LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEMS.

EIB DIMMERS and EIB MULTI SENSOR CONTROLS offer two options in one (dual) system:

• Static scenes. The respective selected scene remains static - unchanged, independent of daylight and presence detection.

• Dynamic scenes. These scenes remain static, only for as long as daylight does not exceed the preset constant lighting level and for as long as motion is not detected. Artificial light smoothly adjusts to the daylight for as long as motion is sensed. If no motion is detected, the lighting will, following a delay preset time (can be set between 1 and 30 min.) be reduced to 1% - 2% of the preset maximum and finally will switch OFF completely after 10 min. (default Setting,) or the time can be adjusted within the ETS Software, to any value between 1 - 255 minutes.

The two options (manual / automatic) are selected at the touch of a button, on the AV Touch Screen.

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