Installing the MPC Open XP ........................................................................................................................................ 7
Local access to the MPC Open XP............................................................................................................................ 27
Appendix A: MPC Open XP wire lists ........................................................................................................................ 34
Document revision history ........................................................................................................................................ 42
Contents
What are the MPC Open XP and MPC Open XPIO expanders? ..................................................................... 1
MPC Open XP specifications ............................................................................................................................... 3
MPC Open XPIO48 and MPC Open XPIO816 specifications .......................................................................... 5
Mounting the MPC Open XP ................................................................................................................................ 7
Wiring the MPC Open XP for power ................................................................................................................... 7
To wire for power ................................................................................................................................... 8
Addressing the MPC Open XP ............................................................................................................................. 8
Wiring for communications ................................................................................................................................. 9
Wiring specifications for BACnet MS/TP and ARC156 ........................................................................ 9
To wire the controller to the network ................................................................................................... 9
Installing an MPC Open XPIO expander ......................................................................................................... 10
To mount an expander ........................................................................................................................ 11
To wire the expander for power .......................................................................................................... 12
To attach MPC Open XPIO expanders ................................................................................................ 13
To set expander's address .................................................................................................................. 13
Wiring inputs and outputs ................................................................................................................................ 14
To wire ZS sensors to the controller ................................................................................................... 20
To wire the Wireless Adapter for wireless sensors ............................................................................ 21
To wire an Equipment Touch to the MPC Open XP ............................................................................ 23
To wire the TruVu™ ET Display ........................................................................................................... 24
Installing the MPC Open XP into an i-Vu® Control System ......................................................................... 25
MPC Open XP LED's ........................................................................................................................................... 28
To restore factory defaults ............................................................................................................................... 30
To get the serial number .................................................................................................................................. 30
To replace the MPC Open XP's battery ........................................................................................................... 31
To replace the fuse ............................................................................................................................................ 31
CE Compliance ................................................................................................................................................... 33
MPC Open XP wire list ....................................................................................................................................... 35
MPC Open XPIO48 wire list .............................................................................................................................. 37
MPC Open XPIO816 wire list ........................................................................................................................... 39
What are the MPC Open XP and MPC Open XPIO expanders?
Introduction
The Multipurpose Controller Open XP (MPC Open XP - #OPN-MPCXP) provides monitoring and control for a variety
of HVAC system applications. The MPC Open XP supports multiple I/O configurations for both common and
custom HVAC control and connects to up to 20 field points directly (8 outputs and 12 inputs).
The MPC Open XPIO48 (#OPN-MPCXPIO48) and MPC Open XPIO816 (#OPN-MPCXPIO816) are expanders that
connect to the expandable MPC Open XP to increase the number of inputs and outputs. To add inputs or outputs
to the MPC Open XP, you can attach up to 3 expanders, using any combination of MPC Open XPIO48 and/or MPC
Open XPIO816 expanders connected to the Xnet.
Maximum number of thirdparty integration points
using Snap*†
* Depends on available memory
† BACnet third-party integration points are not counted.
Power 24 Vac ±10%, 50–60 Hz
BACnet port For communication with the controller network using BACnet ARC156 (156
Rnet port
999
12000
200
50 VA power consumption
26 Vdc (25 V min, 30 V max), 23 W
Single Class 2 source only, 100 VA or less
kbps) or BACnet MS/TP (9600 bps – 76.8 kbps)
•Supports up to 15 wireless and/or ZS sensors, and one Equipment Touch or
TruVu™ ET Display
•Supplies 12 Vdc/210 mA power to the Rnet at an ambient temperature of
77°F (25°C) with a 24 Vac nominal power source.
NOTE Ambient temperature and power source fluctuations may reduce the
power supplied by the Rnet port.
If the total power required by the sensors on the Rnet exceeds the power
supplied by the Rnet port, use an external power source. The Wireless Adapter,
Equipment Touch, or TruVu™ ET Display must be powered by an external power
source. See the specifications in each device's Installation and Start-up Guide to
determine the power required.
Local Access port For system start-up and troubleshooting using Field Assistant
Xnet Remote Expansion port For communication with expanders MPC Open XPIO48 and/or MPC Open
XPIO816. Up to 3 expanders with a maximum of 92 points between the MPC
Open XP and the expanders.
Inputs 12 inputs, configurable for 0–5 Vdc, 0–10 Vdc, 0–20 mA, RTD, thermistor, or dry
contact
Input resolution 14 bit A/D
Input pulse frequency 40 pulses per second. Minimum pulse width (on or off time) required for each
pulse is 12.5 msec.
Outputs 8 outputs for 24 Vdc relay driver, 0–10 Vdc, or 0-20 mA. Does not support dry
contact output channels.
Output resolution 12 bit D/A
Memory 16 MB non-volatile battery-backed RAM (with 12 MB available for use), 8 MB
Flash memory, 32-bit memory bus
Real-time clock Battery-backed real-time clock keeps track of time in event of power failure
Battery 10-year Lithium CR123A battery ensures the following data is retained for a
maximum of 720 hours during power outages:
• Time
• Graphics
• Control programs
• Editable properties
• Schedules
• Trends
To conserve battery life, you can set the driver to turn off battery backup after a
specified number of days and depend on the archive function to restore data
when the power returns.
A low battery is indicated by the
Vu® application, a touchscreen device, and Field Assistant.
LED or a low battery alarm in the i-
Protection Built-in surge and transient protection for power and communications in
compliance with EN61000-6-1.
Incoming power is protected by a replaceable 3 Amp Pico® fuse. Network
connections are protected by non-replaceable internal solid-state polyswitches
that reset themselves when the condition that causes a fault returns to normal.
The power, network, input, and output connections are also protected against
transient excess voltage/surge events lasting no more than 10 msec.
To protect against large electrical surges on serial EIA-485
networks, place a PROT485 at each place wire enters or exits the building.
BT485 connector You can install a BT485 (#BT485 - sold separately) to an MPC Open XP at the
beginning and end of a network segment to add bias and to terminate a network
segment.
Status indicators LEDs indicate status of communications and low battery status. Seven segment
display indicates running, error, and power status.
Environmental operating
0 to 140° F (-18 to 60°C), 0 to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
range
Storage temperature range -24 to 140°F (-30 to 60°C), 0 to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
Disconnect electrical power to the MPC Open XP before wiring it. Failure to follow this warning
Installing the MPC Open XP
Mounting the MPC Open XP
WARNING
Wiring the MPC Open XP for power
WARNING
CAUTIONS
Installing the MPC Open XP
To install the MPC Open XP:
1 Mount the controller (page 7).
2 Wire the controller for power (page 7).
3 Set the controller's address (page 8).
4 Wire the controller to the BACnet MS/TP or BACnet ARC156 network (page 9).
5 Wire inputs and outputs (page 14).
6 Wire expanders to the controller (page 10).
7 Wire devices to the Rnet port (page 19).
When you handle the MPC Open XP:
• Do not contaminate the printed circuit board with fingerprints, moisture, or any foreign material.
• Do not touch components or leads.
• Handle the board by its edges.
• Isolate from high voltage or electrostatic discharge.
• Ensure that you are properly grounded.
Screw the MPC Open XP into an enclosed panel using the mounting slots on the cover plate. Leave about 2 in. (5
cm) on each side of the controller for wiring. See mounting dimensions in Specifications.
If using expanders, see Installing an expander (page 10) before mounting the controller.
•The MPC Open XP is powered by a Class 2 power source. Take appropriate isolation measures when
mounting it in a control panel where non-Class 2 circuits are present.
• Carrier controllers can share a power supply as long as you:
• Maintain the same polarity.
Do not apply line voltage (mains voltage) to the controller's ports and terminals.
• Use the power supply only for Carrier controllers.
1 Turn off the MPC Open XP's power switch to prevent it from powering up before you can verify the correct
voltage.
2 Remove primary power from the 24 Vac transformer.
3 Pull the screw terminal connector from the controller's power terminals labeled
4 Connect the transformer wires to the screw terminal connector.
5 Apply primary power to the transformer.
6 Measure the voltage at the controller's power screw terminal connector to verify that the voltage is within the
operating range of 21.6 - 26.4 Vac.
7 Insert the screw terminal connector into the controller's power terminals.
8 Turn on the MPC Open XP's power switch.
9 Verify that the Power LED is on and the Run LED is blinking.
and
.
The MPC Open XP's two rotary switches determine its MAC address when it is placed on a BACnet MS/TP network.
The rotary switches define the MAC address portion of the device's BACnet address, which is composed of the
network address and the MAC address.
1 Turn on the controller's power.
2 Using the rotary switches, set the controller's address. Set the
address, and set the
the
If the controller’s address is 25, point the arrow on the
) switch to 5.
3 Turn on the controller's power.
The controller reads the address each time you apply power to it.
The factory default setting is 00 and must be changed to successfully install your MPC Open XP.
•Beside the MPC Open XP, by screwing the expander into an enclosed panel using the mounting slots on the
coverplate. Leave about 2 in. (5 cm) on each side of the expander for wiring. Mounting hole dimensions 1.5"
from the left (width) by 10.2" (height). Connect
to
to
to
. You can mount the
expander up to 100 ft away from the controller.
•The expanders are powered by a Class 2 power source. Take appropriate isolation measures when mounting
it in a control panel where non-Class 2 circuits are present.
•For the MPC Open XP to recognize an attached expander, you must turn on the expander before you turn on
the controller.
1 Verify that the expander's power switch is in the
configuration. The MPC Open XP must be the first device on the expander network.
2 Set the Xnet baud rate to 500 kbps in the i-Vu® interface on the driver's
3 If the expander network has more than one expander, place the
it from all expanders except the one at the end of the expander network. The
position on the expander at the end of the network.
You must give the expanders an address that is unique on the expander network.
1 If wired for power, turn off the expander's power and the attached MPC Open XP's power.
2 Set the expander's address on the rotary switch.
If the controller’s address is 2, point the arrow on the switch to 2.
port to the same port on the expander.
ports together in a daisy-chain
page.
jumper in the down position or remove
jumper must be in the up
The MPC Open XP can have a maximum of 3 expanders. You MUST address the expanders as 1, 2,
and 3. Higher addresses will not work.
3 Turn on the expander's power, then turn on the attached MPC Open XP's power. The MPC Open XP reads the
powered expander's address each time you turn on the MPC Open XP.
The first time the controller communicates with an expander, it triggers a software download. This
may occur if the expander(s) are blank (not a normal condition) and in cases where the controller’s driver has
been updated. During that time, the red
LED and the green
LED on the expander(s) flash in sequence.
This process may take several minutes to complete. Do not disconnect power or communications wiring during
this download.
See Appendix A (page 34) to print a blank wire list.
The MPC Open XP and expanders have universal inputs that accept the signal types described below.
Do not apply line voltage (mains voltage) to the controller's ports and terminals.
Thermistor 1
Precon type 2 (10 kOhm at 77°F). Input voltages should be from 0.489 Vdc to 3.825 Vdc
for thermistors.
Dry contact A 5 Vdc wetting voltage detects contact position, resulting in a 1 mA maximum sense
current when the contacts are closed.
0–5 Vdc
0–10 Vdc
0–20 mA The input resistance on the positive (+) terminal is 250 Ohms. The
The output impedance of a 0–5 Vdc or a 0–10 Vdc source must not exceed 200 Ohms.
The input impedance of the MPC Open XP is approximately 20 kOhm.
connector is capable of supplying 24 Vdc to multiple 4–20 mA transducers, but the total
current demanded must not exceed 200 mA. If the voltage measured from the
RTD 1
connector to
Platinum - 1 kOhm at 32°F (0°C)
is less than 18 Vdc, you need to use an external power supply.
Nickel/Iron - 1 kOhm at 70°F (21°C)
Balco TS8000 - 1 kOhm at 70°F (21°C)
Input voltages should be from 0.6–1.2 V
For improved accuracy, Carrier recommends using an external current transducer-
type RTD, when RTD's are required with the MPC Open XP. Be aware that milliamp-type
Pulse counter 2
sensors require different jumper settings and different wiring arrangements.
Pulse counting up to 40 pulses per second.
Minimum pulse width (on or off time) required for each pulse is 12.5 msec.
1
To use a thermistor or RTD not listed above, you can set up a custom translation table for your sensor.
2
The MPC Open XP can perform pulse counting for dry contact or voltage inputs if you assign the input to a Pulse
to Analog Input microblock.
If you have one or more RTD's connected to the inputs, the total current draw of all Thermistor, RTD, and
Dry contact devices wired to the inputs should not exceed 10 mA. Exceeding this limit affects the accuracy of the
RTD's. Use the following approximations as a reference:
• 10 kOhm Thermistor draws approximately 0.334 mA.
• 1 kOhm RTD draws approximately 0.834 mA.
• Dry contact draws approximately 1 mA.
For example, if using an expander with 12 RTD's connected to the inputs, the remaining 4 inputs cannot be used.
This assumes negligible wiring impedance (<10 Ohms) for each RTD input, with up to 100 feet of 22 AWG cable.
The potentiometer, located between the
output level of an analog output. Place the
switch and the jumper, allows you to manually control the
switch in the On position, then turn the potentiometer
counterclockwise to reduce the output, or clockwise to increase the output.
The output potentiometer is NOT used for binary output channels. For a binary output, turn the
potentiometer clockwise until it stops (maximum output) and leave it in this position. Failure to do so may result in
relay-chattering or failure of the relay to energize when the
The Rnet communicates at a rate of 115 kbps and should be wired in a daisy-chain or hybrid configuration.
Supports up to
• 15 wireless and/or ZS sensors (5 per control program)
• One Equipment Touch
• One TruVu™ ET Display
• ZS sensors, a Wireless Adapter, and an Equipment Touch can share the Rnet, but not SPT sensors.
• The Wireless Adapter, Equipment Touch, or TruVu™ ET Display must be powered by an external power source.
Installing the MPC Open XP
Rnet wiring specifications
NOTE
To wire ZS sensors to the controller
NOTES
Use the specified type of wire and cable for maximum signal integrity.
Description 4 conductor, shielded or unshielded, CMP, plenum rated cable
Conductor 22 AWG (7x0096) bare copper if Rnet has only sensors
Maximum length 500 feet (152 meters)
Insulation Low-smoke PVC (or equivalent)
Color Code Black, white, green, red
Shielding If shielded, Aluminum/Mylar shield (100% coverage) with TC drain wire, terminated
at controller
UL temperature rating 32–167°F (0–75°C)
Voltage 300 Vac, power limited
Listing UL: NEC CL2P, or better
ZS Sensors are thermistor-based temperature sensors that may optionally sense humidity, CO2, or VOC. ZS
Sensors are wired to the Rnet port on i-Vu® Open controllers. You can use the following ZS sensors:
• ZS Standard
• ZS Plus
• ZS Pro
• ZS Pro-F
• The ZS CO2 model uses 190 mA during sample period. Use auxiliary 12 Vdc, unless it is the only device on
the Rnet port.
• A control program can use no more than 5 ZS Sensors
• SPT sensors cannot share the Rnet with other devices.
• For detailed instructions, see the ZS Sensor Installation Guide.
2 Partially cut, then bend and pull off the outer jacket of the Rnet cable(s). Do not nick the inner insulation.
Strip about .25 inch (.6 cm) of the inner insulation from each wire.
3 Wire each terminal on the sensor to the same terminal on the controller. See diagram below.
Carrier recommends that you use the following Rnet wiring scheme:
Red
Black
White
Green
+12V
Rnet-
Rnet+
Gnd
4 Apply power to the MPC Open XP.
The Carrier wireless sensors are available in 868, 902, and 928 MHz radio frequency. The sensors are thermistorbased temperature sensors that may optionally sense humidity.
Wireless sensors communicate through a Wireless Adapter, which is wired to the Rnet port of the controller.
•A v6.5 or later i-Vu® system
Do not apply line voltage (mains voltage) to the Wireless Adapter.
•v6-xx-xxx or later controller drivers
To configure the control program for the desired user interaction with the sensor, see the Wireless Sensors Application Guide. For detailed instructions, see the Wireless Sensors Installation Guide.
Installing the MPC Open XP into an i-Vu® Control System
NOTE
Reports
Wiring communication
1 Turn off the MPC Open XP's power.
2 Wire the TruVu™ ET Display's
using 2-conductor 22 AWG wire with a maximum distance of 500 feet (152 meters).
Verify the <ALCProduct>'s
connector to the <ALCProduct>'s
DIP switch is set to
port,
.
to
to
to
3 Turn on the MPC Open XP's power.
You must complete the following procedures to successfully install your MPC Open XP into an i-Vu® Control
System. Use the Help in the referenced software for detailed descriptions of these procedures.
EquipmentBuilder or Snap
1 Use EquipmentBuilder or Snap to create control program(s) for your MPC Open XP.
2 If applicable, print the Sequence of Operation, which includes the points list.
You can create a points list under
your control program.
This Installation Guide
1 Prepare a wire list using the points list. Refer to Appendix A (page 34).
2 Use the wire list and the following installation procedures to install and wire I/O points to your MPC Open XP
and expanders, if applicable.
in the i-Vu® application or Field Assistant after installing
You can use the following items as a local user interface to an Open controller. These items let you access the
controller information, read sensor values, and test the controller.
1
application
device
1
Requires a USB Link (Part #USB-L)
2
See the Equipment Touch Installation and Setup Guide for detailed instructions.
2
touchscreen
If multiple controllers share power but polarity was not maintained when they were wired, the
Local Access port Temporary user interface for start-up
Rnet port Temporary or permanent user interface
for start-up
difference between the controller's ground and the computer's AC power ground could damage the USB Link and
the controller. If you are not sure of the wiring polarity, use a USB isolator between the computer and the USB
Link. Purchase a USB isolator online from a third-party manufacturer.
These are accessory items that do not come with the controller.
The number 8 should display only during the short formatting period. If this
number displays continuously or flashes intermittently with another number,
try each of the following:
• Turn the MPC Open XP's power off, then on.
• Restore factory defaults. See Restore factory defaults (page 30).
The MPC Open XP's 10-year Lithium CR123A battery retains the following data for a maximum of 720 hours
during power outages: time, control programs, editable properties, schedules, and trends.
To conserve battery life, you can set the driver to turn off battery backup after a specified number of days and
depend on the archive function to restore data when the power returns.
A low battery is indicated by the
replacement batteries from any retailer that sells a CR-123A battery.
1 Verify that the MPC Open XP's power is on.
2 Using a small flathead screwdriver, pry up each side of the black battery clip until it is free and you can
remove it.
3 Remove the battery from the expander, making note of the battery's polarity.
4 Insert the new battery into the expander, matching the polarity of the battery you removed.
5 Push the black clip back onto the battery until you hear both sides click in place.
6 Download the MPC Open XP.
LED or a low battery alarm in the i-Vu® application. You can purchase
If you turn on the MPC Open XP's power switch and the Power LED is not lit, use a multimeter to see if one of the 3
Amp Pico fuses that protects the incoming power is blown.
You can order replacement 3 Amp Pico fuses from a local or online retailer.
Before replacing the fuse, try to determine why the fuse blew.
•Check the Power wiring polarity of the MPC Open XP, any attached expanders, and any other controllers that
share the power supply. Use the same polarity for all of them.
•Verify that outputs are wired to the appropriate types of devices. See Outputs (page 15). For example, you
cannot wire a 24 Vac device to an output.
•
outputs (page
- If the
16).
port is used, verify that it is wired correctly. See To wire inputs and
To replace the fuse:
1 Turn
the MPC Open XP's power.
2 If the fuse is on an expander, remove the coverplate.
3 Using needle-nose pliers, pull the bad fuse from the MPC Open XP.
4 Cut the wires on the new fuse so that the total length is approximately 1 inch and the fuse is centered.
5 Bend the wire ends so that the length is approximately 1/2 inch.
6 Use the pliers to grip one wire end of the fuse and push into a fuse socket on the MPC Open XP.
7 Grip the other wire end of the fuse and push into the other fuse socket.
8 If working on an expander, replace the coverplate.
9 Turn on the power and verify that the Power LED is lit.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the responsible party for compliance could
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Compliance of listed products to requirements of ASHRAE Standard 135 is the responsibility of BACnet
International. BTL
®
is a registered trademark of BACnet International.
• Any application from the CV AHU or VAV AHU library
• User-created Snap programs
of the 39m AHU applications in the 39m sal library are used, the I/O channels are pre-assigned for the UC Open
XP, UC Open, or AppController. These channel assignments are NOT correct in the MPC Open XP.
When using 39m AHU applications in the MPC Open XP or expanders, you must reassign the correct hardware
channel numbers in the i-Vu® application or Field Assistant. See To install the <ALCProduct01 into an i-Vu® Control System (page 25). When installing the MPC Open XP with any of the 39m AHU applications, do not connect
any I/O channel wiring until you have set the I/O channel numbers specifically for the application.
These cautions pertain ONLY to using 39m AHU applications in the MPC Open XP. UC library applications and
Snap applications come with the channel numbers set to 0:0 and you set them to match the application. No
special steps are required.
We do NOT recommend using the 39m library applications in the MPC Open XP controller. If any