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FCC and IC RFI Statements
Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference
Statements
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user at his own
expense will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emis sion from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques
de la classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.
Disclaimer:
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NOM Statement
Instrucciones de Seguridad
(Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement)
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo, cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca
de una alberca, etc.
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación.
Todo otro servicio deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico
sobre una cama, sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes
que impidan el flujo de aire por los orificios de ventilación.
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros
aparatos (incluyendo amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como
se indique en el aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados
sobre o contra ellos, poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.
2.2 Features ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3 What’s Included ............................................................................................................................................................ 8
4.1 Factory and System Default Settings ........................................................................................................................... 15
4.3 IR Sensor ..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.3.1 Capturing IR Codes.............................................................................................................................................18
4.3.2 IR Control Panels Receiver ..................................................................................................................................19
5.1 Power In ...................................................................................................................................................................... 20
5.2 Power over Ethernet .................................................................................................................................................... 21
5.4 Serial ............................................................................................................................................................................ 25
5.6 General I/O .................................................................................................................................................................. 35
5.8 Audio Line ................................................................................................................................................................... 36
6. Upload User Application ......................................................................................................................................................38
6.1 Using ControlBridge Builder ........................................................................................................................................38
6.2 Using Admin Control Panel .........................................................................................................................................39
7. Admin Control Panel ...........................................................................................................................................................40
7.1 Access Admin Control Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 40
7. 2 Lo gin ...........................................................................................................................................................................40
7.4 Date and Time .............................................................................................................................................................42
7.7 E- m ail ..........................................................................................................................................................................45
7. 8 Sy s te m ......................................................................................................................................................................... 45
7.9 Pa s s w or d .....................................................................................................................................................................46
7.11 R e s e t ...........................................................................................................................................................................48
7.13 Li cen s e ......................................................................................................................................................................... 49
24 VDC power supply,
maximum 4 W, PoE,
IEEE 802.3af Class 0
1.7"H x 8.3"W x 3.6"D
(4.4 x 21.0 x 9.2 cm)
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Chapter 2: Overview
2. Overview
2.1 Description
The ControlBridge units are Ethernet IP enabled controllers equipped with various types of control ports. Control ports include
bi-directional serial channels RS-232/422/485, serial outputs, versatile I/O ports, infrared outputs, general I/Os, 24 volts relay
outputs, DALI, KNX, DMX512, and EnOcean ports. The Ethernet port allows for bi-directional IP control of any manufacturer
IP enabled products. All models are fully compatible with ControlBridge button panels.
An Internal IR sensor allows users to capture IR codes and, for some models, receive IR codes from hand-held remotes.
Convenient for testing and troubleshooting, the ControlBridge Unit also has front panel indicator LEDs to indicate the status
of all the control ports.
The controller keeps date and time with its on-board real time clock (RTC), allowing for a wide variety of distributed
intelligence scheduling applications.
A single cable Ethernet connection provides easy network integration. The controllers are equipped with Power over Ethernet
(PoE) technology, enabling an Ethernet network cable to deliver both data and power.
This controller comes complete with a web server and allows setup through a standard web browser. Unit programming is
based on the Black Box standard programming tool ControlBridge Builder.
Both models include a web server and allow for setup through a standard web browser.
The aluminium enclosure can be installed on a tabletop or a 19-inch rack using the ControlBridge Control Processor 19-inch
Mounting Kit (CB-CP-RMK).
2.2 Features
• Ethernet IP enabled controllers
®
• Modern ARM
• On-board real time clock
• Wired 10/100BASE-T LAN
• Bi-directional control of any IP enabled products through the Ethernet port
• Various types of control ports
• Bi-directional serial RS-232/422/485
• IR /serial outputs (IR up to 1.2 MHz)
• General I/Os
• Relays NO-C-NC 24 V
• Real time clock (RTC) for scheduling application
processor platform
• Web server and Admin Web for setup through a standard web browser
• Aluminium enclosure design for desktop and 19-inch kit enables rackmounting
• Various accessories available
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2.3 What's Included
Your package should include the following items. If anything is missing or damaged, contact Black Box Technical Support at
877-877-BBOX (2267) or info@blackbox.com.
CB-CP100:
• (1) ControlBridge 100
• (1) 24-VDC power supply
• (1) straight-through Ethernet cable
• (2) IR adapters
• (1) connector set
CB-CP200:
• (1) ControlBridge 200
• (1) 24-VDC power supply
• (1) straight-through Ethernet cable
• (4) IR adapters
• (1) connector set
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2.4 Hardware Description
2.4.1 ControlBridge Processor 100 (CB-CP100)
Figure 2-1 shows the ControlBridge Processor 100 (CB-CP100). Table 2-1 describes its components.
Chapter 2: Overview
105 mm
43.5 mm
Versatile port indicators
Serial port indicators
IR capture sensor
Power, link, and CPU indicators
Figure 2-1. ControlBridge Processor 100.
Versatile ports
Bi-directional serial ports
24-VDC power supply
System Default button
Ethernet with PoE
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2.4.2 ControlBridge Processor 200 (CB-CP200)
Figure 2-2 shows the ControlBridge Processor 200 (CB-CP200). Table 2-2 describes its components.
Bi-directional serial port 1
RS-232/422/485 with power 24 VDC
IR/Serial output 1 - 4
Figure 2-2. ControlBridge Processor 200.
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2.4.3 Accessories
IR Adapter
The IR Adapter (CB-ACC-IR-UNI) is an infrared emitter that is compatible with IR/serial output and versatile I/O ports. The adapter
mounts on the receiver window using double-sided adhesive tape.
2-pin, 3.5-mm
connector
Figure 2-3. IR adapter.
Serial IO Cable DTE
The Serial IO Cable DTE (CB-ACC-232DTE-30) is 3.0-m long and supports bi-directional communication between the serial device
and the ControlBridge.
DB9 M connector
(controlled device)
Figure 2-4. Serial IO Cable DTE (CB-ACC-232DTE-30).
IR emitter
5-pin, 3.5-mm
connector
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Serial IO Cable DCE
The Serial IO Cable DTE (CB-ACC-232DCE-30) is 3.0-m long and supports bi-directional communication between the serial device
and the ControlBridge.
DB9 F connector
(controlled device)
Figure 2-5. Serial IO Cable DCE (CB-ACC-232DTE-30).
ControlBridge Control Processor 19-inch Mounting Kit (CB-CP-RMK)
The ControlBridge Control Processor 19-inch Mounting Kit (CB-CP-RMK) is a shelf that supports your ControlBridge Processor 100
or 200 in a 19-inch rack. It's made of stainless steel and measures 1 U high (1.75") and 19" wide. The shelf weighs 1.3 kg and
includes mounting hardware.
Four rubber feet are provided for shelf placement or stacking. Stick the rubber feet near the corner edges on the bottom side
of the controllers - see picture below.
Rubber feet
Figure 3-1. Installing rubber feet on the ControlBridge Processor.
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3.2 Rackmounting
The Rackmounting Shelf (CB-CP-RMK) provides a simple solution for installing controllers in a 19-inch rack. It allows you to
install up to two half-rack sized controllers in a single 19-inch unit rack space. All necessary accessories are supplied with the
shelf.
Attach the controller to the Rackmounting Shelf using two M3 x 6 screws to the female threads on the bottom side of the
controller - see picture below. The M3 x 6 screws are included with the Rackmounting Shelf. Don’t use longer screws; this
might damage PCBs inside the unit. If you install only one controller, use the cover panel delivered with the shelf.
Screw holes
SERIALIR/SERIALGENERAL I/ORELAYIR SENSOR
PWR
LINK
CPU
121234121234
PWR
LINK
CPU
SERIALIR/SERIALGENERAL I/ORELAYIR SENSOR
121234121234
Screws M3 x 6Screws M3 x 6
NOTE: If you install less controllers, use the cover panels delivered with the shelf to cover empty positions.
Cover panel 1/4
Cover panel 1/2
Figure 3-2. Rackmounting the ControlBridge Processor(s).
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Chapter 4: Operation
4. Operation
4.1 Factory and System Default Settings
Every device shipped from the factory is set according to table bellow, Factory Default column.
To restore the System Default settings, press the System Default (S.D.) button. This button enables you to connect if you lost
the password or if you do not know the IP settings. Press the S.D. button until the CPU LED indicator flashes to confirm the
system defaults settings are restored according to table below, System Default column. Use a thin screwdriver to press the
S.D. button.
Table 4-1. Factory and System Default settings.
Factory DefaultSystem Default
ConfigurationIdentificationNameEmptyNot changed
IP settingsHost nameEmptyNot changed
IP address192.168.1.127192.168.1.127
Subnet mask255.255.255.0255.255.255.0
Default gateway192.168.1.1192.168.1.1
DNSPrimary DNS serverEmptyNot changed
Secondary DNS serverEmptyNot changed
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Date and timeDate and TimeDay, month, yearRealNot changed
Internet clockUse Internet clockNotNot changed
ApplicationsEmptyNot changed
File storageEmptyNot changed
SystemFirmwareCurrent versionNot changed
PasswordEmptyEmpty
4.2 Indicators
IndicatorColorOffOn / Flashing
POWERBlueNo power presented.Power is ON. The unit is ready.
LINKGreenNetwork is not detected.Network link / activity
CPUYellowNo activity.System default indication.
Hour, minute, secondRealNot changed
Time zone(UTC) Coordinated
Universal Time
Primary NTP serverEmptyNot changed
Secondary NTP serverEmptyNot changed
Table 4-2. General Indicators.
Not changed
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Table 4-3. Control Port Indicators.
IndicatorColorOffOn / Flashing
ANALOGYellowAnalog output is set to 0 V.Analog output is set to 10 V.
DALI
DIGITAL I/OGreenOutput is switched OFF.Output is switched ON.
DMX512
EnOcean
GENERAL I/OGreenOutput is switched OFF.Output is switched ON.
IR/SERIALYellowNo data or IR code transmitted.Data or IR code is being transmitted.
KNX
RELAYRedRelay is switched OFF.Relay is switched ON.
SERIAL
VERSATILE
Green
Red
Green
Red
Green
Red
Green
Red
Green
Red
Green
Yellow
No data activity.Data activity.
No data activity.Data activity.
No data activity.Data activity.
No data activity.Data activity.
No data transmitted or received.
Output is switched OFF.
No data or IR code transmitted.
Data is being transmitted.
Data is being received.
Output is switched ON.
Data or IR code is being transmitted.
4.3 IR Sensor
The following table explains how the IR sensor works for each controller model.
Table 4-4. IR sensor functions.
ControllerIR codes capture
ControlBridge 100
ControlBridge 200
ü
üü
IR control panels
receiver
Not applicable
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4.3.1 Capturing IR Codes
All controllers are equipped with an IR capture sensor and are able to capture IR codes. Captured IR codes can be used in both
controller models.
The capture procedure consists of the following steps:
1. Connect the capture unit and the PC with ControlBridge Builder to the same Network.
2. Arrange the IR remote and the capture unit as described below.
PWR
LINK
CPU
SERIALIR/SERIALGENERAL I/ORELAYIR SENSOR
1 21 2 3 41 21 2 3 4
IR remoter
Figure 4-1. IR remote configuration.
• Be sure to set the proper distance between the capturing unit and the remote unit to accommdate the the capturing unit’s
requirements.
• Start ControlBridge Builder and go to the appropriate driver and command
• Set the IP address of the unit used for capture.
• Push the Start Capture button in ControlBridge Builder and then press the appropriate button on the IR remote.
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Button Start Capture
Figure 4-2. Start Capture button.
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4.3.2 IR Control Panels Receiver
The built-in IR sensor functions the same as other IR receivers. This means that ControlBridge can receive an IR signal from
wireless IR control panels without using an external IR receiver.
e
The IR Adapter connects to the rest of the control system via
IR communication.
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ON
As the IR receiver you can use
The remote control unit
IR receiver built into ControlBridge controllers
IR receiver built into 8-Button Laminated Keypad
and 8-Button Engraved Keypad keypads.
Controller
1
2
4
3
5
7
6
8
Fn
9
0
Channel
Enter
Menu
Volume
Exit
Rec
Pause
Figure 4-3. IR control panel receiver.
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5. Connecting
The following table describes connections for both controllers.
Table 5-1. ControlBridge connections.
UnitConnection
Power supply 24 VDC
Power over Ethernet
Ethernet
Serial RS-232/485
Serial RS-232/422/485
IR/Serial output
Versatile
General I/O
Low-voltage relay
DALI
KNX
DMX512
EnOcean
ControlBridge 10011138
ControlBridge 2001112442
5.1 Power In
The unit requires power 24 VDC from an external power supply. Use any unit ONLY with the power adapter supplied in the
product package. Using another power supply may damage the unit.
A standard power adapter is delivered with the ContrBridge. Attach the 2-pin connector of the power supply unit to the PWR
IN connector located on the rear panel and attach the power cable to a power outlet.
ControlBridge
Network
default IP address
192.168.1.127
INOUT1 2 3 4121 2 3 4 G1224 VDCF. D .
L G R L G R S G S G S G S G + G 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 S S S S GNC C NONC C NO+ G
PWR INRELAYGENERAL I/OSERIALIR/SERIALAUDIO LINE
Figure 5-1. Power adapter.
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5.2 Power over Ethernet (PoE)
The ControlBridge units are equipped with PoE and are compatible with standard IEEE 802.3af / Class 0 Ethernet with PoE
Infrastructure.
Ethernet
with PoE
Ethernet cable
Figure 5-2. Ethernet connection with PoE infrastructure.
5.3 ControlBridge Network
The ControlBridge links to a 10/100 BASE-T LAN via its RJ-45 connector.
The length of the Ethernet cable connecting controller to the network must not exceed 100 meters.
Table 5-3. Connector pinout.
RJ-45PinSignalCAT5 Cable Color
1TX_D1+ and PoEWhite / Orange
2TX_D1- and PoEOrange
3RX_D2+ and PoEWhite / Green
4Blue
5White / Blue
6RX-D2- and PoEGreen
7White / Brown
8Brown
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Direct PC Connection
Attach one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the ControlBridge Network port and attach the other end of the RJ-45 Ethernet
cable to your computer. Use straight-through cable if your PC supports autosensing or cross-over cable if your PC doesn’t
support autosensing.
ControlBridge
Network
default IP address
192.168.1.127
INOUT1 2 3 4121 2 3 4 G1224 VDCF. D .
L G R L G R S G S G S G S G + G 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 S S S S GNC C NONC C NO+ G
Ethernet cable
straight-through or crossed-over
Figure 5-3. Direct PC connection.
LAN Network Connection
PWR INRELAYGENERAL I/OSERIALIR/SERIALAUDIO LINE
Attach one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet straight-through cable to the ControlBridge Network port and attach the other end of
the RJ-45 Ethernet cable to your computer.
ControlBridge
Network
default IP address
192.168.1.127
INOUT1 2 3 4121 2 3 4 G1224 VDCF. D .
L G R L G R S G S G S G S G + G 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 S S S S GNC C NONC C NO+ G
PWR INRELAYGENERAL I/OSERIALIR/SERIALAUDIO LINE
Network
Ethernet cable straight-through
Figure 5-4. LAN network connection.
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Windows Local Network Settings
Follow these steps for Windows 7:
1. Start Windows 7.
2. Click Start.
3. Enter ncpa.cpl into the Search Box and press Enter. The following window is displayed.
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Figure 5-5. Windows 7 screen 1.
3. Right-click on network adapter used for connection with controller and then right-click and select Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties button.
Figure 5-6. Windows 7 screen 2.
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Follow these steps for Windows XP:
1. Start Windows XP.
2. Click Start, then click Control Panel and choose the option to switch to Classic View.
3. Double-click Network Connections.
Figure 5-7. Windows XP screen 1.
1. Select Use the following IP address option. Set IP address to 192.168.1.1 (or other address different from 192.168.1.127
and from 192.168.1.128) and Subnet mask to 255.255.255.0. Leave other options unchanged and click OK.
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Figure 5-8. Windows XP screen 2.
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5.4 Serial
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Table 5-4. Serial ports on the ControlBridge units.
UnitSerial port
Serial RS-232/485
ControlBridge 1003
ControlBridge 20011
Bi-directional Serial RS-232/485
These bi-directional serial channels are used for RS-232 and RS-485 communication. Maximum speed is 115,200 bps. The
default mode for all channels is RS-232; you must set other modes in the programming application. For more details, see your
programming manuals.
RS-232 Mode
Output signal levels for RS-232 are in the -10 V to +10 V range. This is the default mode for all channels.
Table 5-5. RS-232 pinout.
SERIAL RS-232
3-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescriptionDirection
1TxDRS-232 Transmitted Data
1 2 3
2RxDRS-232 Received Data
3GNDGround—
Serial RS-232/422/485
Serial RS-232/422/485
with power 24 VDC
From controller
To controller
RS-485 Mode
You must set this mode in the programming application.
3-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescription
1A+RS-485 Data +
1 2 3
2B-RS-485 Data -
3GNDGround
Table 5-6. RS-485 pinout.
SERIAL RS-485
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Bi-directional Serial RS-232/422/485
These bi-directional serial channels are used for RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication. The maximum speed is 115,200
bps. The default mode for all channels is RS-232; you must set other modes in the programming application. For more details,
see the programming manuals.
RS-232 Mode
Output signal levels for RS-232 are in the -10 V to +10 V range. This is the default mode for all channels.
Table 5-7. RS-232 pinout.
SERIAL RS-232
5-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescriptionDirection
From controller
From controller
To controller
To controller
1 2 3 4 5
1TxDRS-232 Transmitted Data
2RTSRS-232 Request to Send
3GNDGround—
4RxDRS-232 Received Data
5CTSRS-232 Clear to Send
RS-422 Mode
You must set this mode in the programming application.
Table 5-8. RS-422 pinout.
5-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescriptionDirection
1Tx A+RS-422 Transmit Data (Idles High)
2Tx B-RS-422 Transmit Data (Idles Low)
3GNDGround—
1 2 3 4 5
4Rx A+RS-422 Receive Data (Idles High)
5Rx B-RS-422 Receive Data (Idles Low)
RS-485 Mode
You must set this mode in the programming application.
Table 5-9. RS-485 pinout.
5-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescription
1A+RS-485 Data +
2B-RS-485 Data -
3GNDGround
1 2 3 4 5
4N.C.Not Connected
5N.C.Not Connected
SERIAL RS-422
From controller
From controller
To controller
To controller
SERIAL RS-485
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5.5 Versatile I/O Ports
Depending on the application, the versatile I/O ports can be used in multiple ways as described in the following table.
Table 5-10. Versatile port functions.
Input modes
Digital inputAdjustable threshold
• High sensitivity - binary 0 < 1.45 V, binary 1 > 2.05 V
Input impedance as above
Pulse length min. 1 ms, max. frequency 500 Hz
Max. number of pulses 2 147 483 647 (Long)
Adjustable digital filter
Voltage inputRange 0 to 2.5 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC, auto
Input impedance >100 k-ohms
Resolution 12-bit
Adjustable digital filter
Accuracy ±0.1 % of reading, ±0.1 % of range
(0.1 to 10 V, digital filter applied)
Resolution 12-bit
Adjustable digital filter
Accuracy (digital filter applied)
• 100 ohms to 800 ohms: ±3 % of reading, ±0.1 % of range
• 800 ohms to 20 kohms: ±0.3 % of reading, ±0.1 % of range
• 20 kohms to 200 kohms: ±1 % of reading, ±0.1 % of range
Output modes
Digital outputMax. sink current 200 mA / max. 30 VDC
Catch diodes for use with real load
Current pullupCurrent-source pull-up 12 V / 10 mA
Current pulldownCurrent-source pull-down -12 V / 10 mA
IR outputMaximum IR carrier frequency 500 kHz
Up to 3 original IR Adapter in parallel
Serial outputRS-232
Serial data baud rate 300 bps ÷ 115,200 bps
Warnings
• The port is protected to 30 VDC maximum. Exceeding this voltage may damage the port.
• Incorrect wiring may damage the versatile port or the connected device.
• All versatile ports in the unit have common ground, which connects to the grounds of other control ports.
That means versatile ports are not isolated from other control ports.
Table 5-11. Connector pinout.
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2-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescription
SSignalVersatile port signal (input/output)
S G
GGNDGround
Digital Input
Every versatile port can be used as a digital input for contacts, buttons, sensors, etc. For digital input usage, the output must
be in an open state and current pull-up and current pull-down can be used.
Parameters of pulse counter input are as follows:
• Adjustable threshold
• High sensitivity - binary 0 < 1.45 V, binary 1 > 2.05 V
The port offers adjustable threshold as described in the following picture.
Input [V]
High sensitivity
binary 0 < 1.45 V, binary 1 > 2.05 V
10
5
binary 0 < 5.8 V, binary 1 > 8.2 V
Input [V]
10
5
Low sensitivity
8.2
5.8
2.05
1.45
binary 0binary 1binar y 0
Figure 5-9. Adjustable threshold.
The following table describes how to use digital input.
Table 5-12. Digital input.
Detecting a pushbutton or contact
Any button or contact closure can be connected.
S G
binary 0binary 1binar y 0
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Pulse Counter
Pulse counter input parameters are as follows:
• Adjustable threshold as above
• Input impedance as above
• Pulse length min. 1 ms, max. frequency: 500 Hz
• Max. number of pulses: 2 147 483 647 (Long)
• Adjustable digital filter
The following table describes how to use pulse counter input.
Table 5-13. Pulse countter input.
Energy meters S0 interface pulse counter
Many meters have pulse outputs, including electric meters (single phase,
3-phase), gas meters, water flow meters, etc. For an electric meter, a pulse
output corresponds to a certain amount of energy passing through the
Energy meter
S0+
S0-
I
= 20 mA
max
meter (kWhr/Whr). For single-phase domestic electric meters, each pulse
usually corresponds to 1 Whr (1000 pulses per kWhr). For higher power
meters (often three-phase), each pulse corresponds to a greater amount of
energy eg. 2 Whr per pulse or even 10 Whr per pulse.
WARNING: If there are more ports in the unit, all pins labelled G are connected together.
Connecting
Controlled
Device
RxD
G
S G
Figure 5-11. Serial output.
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IR/SERIAL
This type of port provides:
• Output for infra-red emitters (IR Adapters); the maximum IR output rate is 1.2 MHz.
• For RS-232 serial output (one way), the maximum serial data rate is 115 200 Bd (bps), and output signal levels
for RS-232 are in the -12 V to +12 V range.
The IR outputs and RS-232 outputs can be combined on independent outputs (for example, three outputs can be used as IR,
and five outputs can be used as RS-232).
Table 5-17. IR/Serial.
IR/SERIAL
2-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescription
SSignalIR/Serial Signal (Output)
S G
NOTES:
• All pins labelled G are connected together.
• Up to three original infra-red emitters (IR Adapters) can be connected to each output in parallel
• We do not recommend connecting more infra-red emitters from various manufacturers in parallel, because the output can
be either overloaded or damaged.
GGNDGround
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5.6 General I/O
General I/O provides analog input as well as digital output. Each General I/O port can be used either as input or as output.
A 680-ohms pull-up resistor connects to +5 VDC and can be switched on and off for each I/O independently. I/O voltage with
pull-up on is approx. +4.3 VDC, because the protection diode is connected in series (0.7 V dropdown).
Analog input is rated 0 – 5 VDC. Analog to digital (A/D) converter has 10-bits precision (i.e. 1024 levels).
Digital output can switch max. 24 VDC / 80 mA. Output voltage for output switch on is approx. 0.6 V.
I/O schematic diagram
+5 VDC
ON OFF
PULLUP
value ON / OFF
680 Ohm
Input / Output Signal
Ground
Figure 5-12. I/O schematic diagram.
Connector pinout
Table 5-18. Connector pinout.
GENERAL I/O
5-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescription
1 2 3 4
S SGS S
SSignalInput / Output Signal 1 - 4
GGNDCommon ground for all I/Os
A
INPUT
D
10 bit
OUTPUT
value CLOSE / OPEN
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5.7 Relay
This port provides one isolated low voltage relay. Each relay contact closure is rated 24 V / 0.5 A.
Normally Closed (NC) and Normally Open (NO) contacts as well as Common (C) contact of each relay can be used. The
Normally Closed (NC) position is the state of the relay when it is not turned on (energized).
Relay openRelay closed
NC
NC
Connector pin out
3-pin 3.5 mmPinDescription
NCRelay Contact Normally Closed
CRelay Contact Common
C NO
NC
NORelay Contact Normally Open
5.8 Audio Line
IN
C
NO
C
NO
Figure 5-13. Relay.
Table 5-19. Relay connnector pinout.
RELAY
This connector provides unbalanced line level audio.
Connector pinout
3-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescription
LLeftLeft channel input
GGNDGround
L G R
RRightRight channel input
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Table 5-20. Audio line in connector pinout.
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OUT
This connector provides un-amplified unbalanced line level audio. Connect audio devices, such as an audio amplifier or
powered speakers to this connector.
Connector pin out
Table 5-21. Audio line out connector pinout.
AUDIO LINE OUT
3-pin 3.5 mmPinSignalDescription
LLeftLeft channel output
L G R
GGNDGround
RRightRight channel output
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6. Upload User Application
The user application is dedicated to control and it is programmed by ControlBridge Builder programming tools.
6.1 Using ControlBridge Builder
Follow these steps:
1. Connect the controller to your computer as described in the Connecting / ControlBridge Network chapter.
2. Run ControlBridge Builder on your PC.
3. Open a project in ControlBridge Builder. You must have the appropriate controller properly inserted and configured.
4. Use the tool bar Final button to open the Upload and Export Application dialog box.
5. Be sure your controller is checked.
Final Button
Upload Button
Figure 6-1. ControlBridge Builder screen.
6. Use the Upload button to start application upload.
7. If controller firmware isn’t updated, it will be uploaded automatically first and then the application upload will be finished.
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6.2 Using Admin Control Panel
Follow these steps:
1. Run ControlBridge Builder on your PC.
2. Open a project in ControlBridge Builder. It’s necessary to have the appropriate controller properly inserted and configured.
3. Use the tool bar Final button to open the Upload and Export Application dialog box.
Final Button
Export As Application Files ...
Figure 6-2. Admin Web screen.
4. Be sure your controller is checked.
5. Use the Export As... button and select Application Files ...to export an application and store it in file named *.cvca.
6. Connect the controller to your computer as described in the Connecting / ControlBridge Network chapter.
7. Run the Internet browser on your PC and type in the same controller IP address that you see in the ControlBridge Builder
project, Properties / IP address window.
8. Admin Control Panel is shown.
9. Go to the System page and check the current firmware version. In case there is no actual controller firmware version,
upload the firmware version that corresponds to the firmware version in the ControlBridge Builder project.
10. Go to the Applications page and upload the application file *.cvca.
11. Start the uploaded application by pressing the Start button.
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7. Admin Control Panel
7.1 Access Admin Control Panel
Run the Internet browser on your PC and type in the controller IP address. The factory default IP address is 192.168.1.127.
7.2 Login
Figure 7-1. Login screen.
This screen isn’t displayed if password is empty (factory default status).
If password isn’t empty, you have to login first in order to access the configuration web pages.
Enter your password into the Password box and click the Login button to enter the ControlBridge Unit web pages.
Remember that the password is case sensitive. To change your password, use the Password menu after you are logged in.
Each ControlBridge Unit can be identified by a unique identification name. Unique names are most useful in applications
requiring more than one ControlBridge Unit. This enables programmers and installers to reference ControlBridge Units with
logical, user friendly names, like “boardroom,” “lobby,” etc. To set the ControlBridge Unit identity, enter the unique name
you wish to use in the Name box. Click the Apply button for any changes to become effective.
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IP Settings
Figure 7-3. IP Settings tab.
This page is used for setting the communication parameters for your ControlBridge Unit.
The ControlBridge Unit uses standard internet protocol (IP) communication parameters. Certain parameters can be reset by the user.
On start up, this page will display the ControlBridge Unit’s given Physical address (MAC), and Current IP Address. Carefully note this
addressing information (and any changes you elect to make to the IP address, subnet mask, or default gateway). You must enter this
information into the ControlBridge Builder program written for your specific application. For control systems with more than one
ControlBridge Units, you must give a unique IP address to each ControlBridge Unit.
Some control systems are “standalone” and not part of a larger network. For such “standalone” systems, the Host name
is optional. However, for control systems that are connected to a larger network, obtain the Host name from the network
administrator, and enter it into the corresponding box. DHCP is not supported in this release.
Be sure to click the Apply button for any changes to become effective!
SMTP
This page is used to set SMTP server parameters. Set a name or an address and the port of your SMTP server.
The SMTP server and port are used by the XPL2 commands EmailSend and PresetEmailSend.
Figure 7-4. SMTP tab.
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Be sure to click the Apply button for any changes to become effective!
7.4 Date and Time
Current Date and Time
Figure 7-5. Current Date and Time screen.
Use this page to set the time clock on your ControlBridge Unit. The current date, time, and time zone are shown on the
Current time line.
The applicable boxes can be selected to enter changes to the
• date: day/month/year,
• time: hour/minute/second.
Be sure to click the Apply button for any changes to become effective!
Time Zone
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Figure 7-6. Time Zone.
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Use this page to set the time zone on your ControlBridge Unit. The current date, time, and time zone are shown on the
Current time line. Select the time zone box to enter changes to the Time zone.
Be sure to click the Apply button for any changes to become effective!
Internet Clock
Figure 7-7. Internet Clock screen.
Use this page to synchronize the ControlBridge Unit’s date and time with an internet clock. Begin by selecting the check box
for Use Internet clock. Next, enter the IP addresses (or complete address name) of the primary and secondary NTP servers in
the Primary NTP server and Secondary NTP server boxes.
Be sure to click the Apply button for any changes to the internet clock to become effective.
7.5 Applications
Figure 7-8. Applications.
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Use this page to upload compiled ControlBridge Builder programs to your ControlBridge Unit.
All uploaded applications are listed on this page, along with their file properties: file name/file size/date. The ControlBridge
Unit has a generous memory pool; unused free space is shown at the bottom of this page. The ControlBridge Unit also permits
other service functions, including deleting files, downloading programs back to a personal computer, and starting/stopping
specific applications.
A “running flag” denotes the active application. To stop the running application, press the Start/Stop button. To restart a
stopped application, press the Start/Stop button again.
Files are uploaded from a personal computer to the ControlBridge Unit by selecting the desired application program, and
clicking the Upload button. Files are downloaded from the ControlBridge Unit to a personal computer by clicking the File
name. Files are easily deleted with the Delete button. The Total stop button stops a running application. This application will
not automatically start after reset.
7.6 File Storage
You can use the ControlBridge Unit’s generous memory pool for an auxiliary file storage. This is helpful for storing presets,
in archiving electronic manuals, pdf files, and other support documentation. You can manage file storage via the file storage
page.
A list of existing files, folders, and their properties is shown. To delete a file or a folder, click the Delete button on the
corresponding line. To delete all files and folders from the current folder, click the Delete All button.
To create a new folder, enter a name for the new folder, and click the Create button. To upload a file, select the desired file,
and click the Upload button.
NOTE: Files are automatically compressed for the ControlBridge Unit’s internal file system. Accordingly, the size of your
uncompressed file before storing may not match the decrease of free space shown on the ControlBridge Unit.
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Figure 7-9. File storage screen.
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Figure 7-10. E-mail screen.
Use this page to set e-mail parameters and recipients’ addresses.
You must set the SMTP server. See the Configuration/SMTP setting.
The sender Name and E-mail are the addresses of your ControlBridge Unit. The sender Name and E-mail are used by the XPL2
commands EmailSend and PresetEmailSend.
The recipient Names and E-mails are addresses of recipients where e-mails will be sent using the XPL2 command
PresetEmailSend.
7.8 Sy stem
Firmware
Use this page to update the ControlBridge Unit firmware. The Current version of firmware is shown. To upload new firmware,
select the desired version, and click the Upload button.
Figure 7-11. Firmware screen.
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Information
The Information page shows basic information about your ControlBridge Unit’s firmware and version.
Format Data Area
Figure 7-12. Format Data Area tab.
To completely clear all data and restore the factory default settings, click the Format data area button.
This will remove all data, including Applications and File storage files. Configuration will be cleared, including IP address and
password. IP address will be restored to the default 192.168.1.127.
7.9 Pas s wo rd
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Figure 7-13. Password screen.
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You need a case-sensitive password to login to the admin web pages. Set a new password via the New password box. You
must reenter the password in the Confirm new password box. An error message will appear if the confirmation does not
match, in which case you should reenter your password again in both boxes.
Finally, click the Apply button to implement the new password.
7.10 B ac kup
Figure 7-14. Backup screen.
Use this page for backup applications, files, folders and ControlBridge Unit’s configuration. The Backup copies all Applications,
Application data, File storage, and ControlBridge Unit’s settings to the one archive. This archive is saved to the PC. To start the
backup process, click the Backup button.
NOTE: To see the backed-up/restored applications, click the Applications menu. To see backed-up/restored files and folders,
click the File Storage menu. Use this page to backup of all applications, files, and folders.
Restore
Figure 7-15. Restore screen.
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READ ALL IMPORTANT NOTES THAT FOLLOW BEFORE USING THIS OPERATION!
Use this page to restore all applications, files, and folders. Restore copies of all applications, files, and folders from a backup
archive on the PC to their corresponding locations on the ControlBridge Unit.
To start the restore process, select the desired backup archive, then click the Restore button. The restore process can take up
to 10 minutes, depending on the size of the files being restored.
ControlBridge Unit’s settings can also be restored too: check the “Restore configuration” box. The ControlBridge Unit’s
settings are accessible via the Configuration, Date and time, and Password menus.
Important note: Actual password and IP settings will be restored too.
Important note: When restoring files, the running application will stop and all applications, files, and folders
currently stored in the ControlBridge Unit will be deleted! If you want to retain them, use the
Backup command before the Restore command.
NOTE: To see the backed-up/restored applications, click the Applications menu. To see backed-up/restored files and folders,
click the File Storage menu.
7.11 R es et
To restart your ControlBridge Unit, click the Reset button.
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Figure 7-16. Reset screen.
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Figure 7-17. Logout screen.
This screen isn’t displayed if the password is empty (factory default status).
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7.13 License
This page describes the software license.
Figure 7-18. License screen.
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