CoolAutomation CooLinkBridge Series, CooLinkBridge IZN, CooLinkBridge DKZ User Manual

CooLinkBridge for Zone Controllers

User Manual

Version 2.0

19/8/2019

Document Number: 2.0
Contact: [e-mail]

HVAC Control Made Simple

CoolAutomation CooLinkBridge Zone Controller Introduction

UM Version 2.0 ii CooLinkBridge Zone Controller

Table of Contents

1. Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 1

1.1 Compatibility ..................................................................................................... 1

2. Overview ............................................................................................................................................. 2

2.1 Conventions ...................................................................................................... 2

2.2 Revisions History .............................................................................................. 2

2.3 Related Documentation .................................................................................... 3

2.4 Acronyms and Abbreviations ............................................................................ 3

3. System Layout and Connectivity ............................................................................................. 4

3.1 CooLinkBridge DKZ .......................................................................................... 4

3.1.1 Power ......................................................................................................... 4

3.1.2 Device Layout and Connectivity ................................................................. 4

3.2 CooLinkBridge IZN ............................................................................................ 8

3.2.1 Power ......................................................................................................... 8

3.2.2 Device Layout and Connectivity ................................................................. 8

4. Installation Guidelines................................................................................................................ 12

4.1 Daikin DKZ ...................................................................................................... 12

4.1.1 How to connect ......................................................................................... 12

4.1.2 Functional Limitations ............................................................................... 13

4.2 iZone ............................................................................................................... 14

4.2.1 How to connect ......................................................................................... 14

4.2.2 Functional Limitations ............................................................................... 14

5. Configuration ................................................................................................................................. 16

5.1 Network Configuration .................................................................................... 16

5.1.1 Query network settings ............................................................................. 17

5.1.2 Configure fixed IP and Gateway ............................................................... 17

5.1.3 Configure DHCP client operation .............................................................. 17

5.1.4 Disable Ethernet ....................................................................................... 17

6. Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 18

CoolAutomation CooLinkBridge Zone Controller Introduction

UM Version 2.0 1 CooLinkBridge

1. Introduction

This User Manual (UM) provides the information necessary, for installers and integrators, to
effectively use the CooLinkBridge for connecting with zone controllers of multiple
manufacturers.

1.1 Compatibility

CooLinkBridge

Model

Zone controller

Manufacturer

Models

Notes

CooLinkBridge
DKZ

Daikin

BRC24Z4
BRC24Z8
BRC240Z4
BRC240Z8

CooLinkBridge DKZ is used
only as a slave controller

CooLinkBridge
IZN

Air Stream
(iZone)

"Bridge (CB)" Ethernet
Adapter Required

CoolAutomation CooLinkBridge Zone Controller Overview

UM Version 2.0 2 CooLinkBridge

2. Overview

The CooLinkBridge enables integration of the Zone Controller device with Home Automation
and BMS (Building Management System) controllers.

When controlling the Zone Controller device through the CooLinkBridge, the user is able to
control AC unit and each zone as if it was a separate Indoor unit.

The CooLinkBridge comprises the following capabilities and interfaces:

• RS232 (ASCII)

• RS485 (Modbus RTU according to the EIA/TIA-485 standard), BACnet MSTP

• Ethernet (ASCII, Modbus IP, REST, BACnet IP) for control and monitoring of the HVAC

system’s operation

• KNX (Optional).

• Remote access via smart phone, tablet or PC using the CoolRemote application

2.1 Conventions

This document provides screen prints and corresponding narrative to describe how to use the
CooLinkBridge.

When an action is required on the part of the reader, it is indicated by a line beginning with the
word “Action:” For example:

Action: Click on OK.
Fields or buttons to be acted upon are indicated in bold italics in the Action statement; links to

be acted upon are indicated as links in underlined blue text in the Action statement.

Note: The term ‘user’ is used throughout this document to refer to a person who requires and/or

has acquired access to the CooLinkBridge.

2.2 Revisions History

Version Number

Date

Author/Owner

Description of Change

0.1

25/3/2019

CA

Preliminary CooLinkBridge manual

2.0

8/7/2019

CA

Update with additional zone controller brands

Table 1 - Record of Changes to document

CoolAutomation CooLinkBridge Zone Controller Overview

UM Version 2.0 3 CooLinkBridge

2.3 Related Documentation

Document Name

Document Location and/or URL

BACnet integration guidelines

https://coolautomation.com/lib/doc/CoolMasterNet/manual/CoolM
asterNet-BACnet-guidelines.pdf

Modbus Integration Guidelines

http://coolautomation.com/lib/doc/CoolMasterNet/manual/CoolMa
sterNet-Modbus-guidelines.pdf

Table 2 - Referenced Documents

2.4 Acronyms and Abbreviations

Acronym

Literal Translation

DTE

Data Terminal Equipment

GPIO

General Purpose Input / Output

HVAC

Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning

N.C.

Not Connected

TBD

To Be Defined

Table 3 – Acronyms and Abbreviations

CoolAutomation CooLinkBridge Zone Controller System Layout and Connectivity

UM Version 2.0 4 CooLinkBridge

3. System Layout and Connectivity

The following sub-sections provide details on the different connectivity options of the system
and how to use the various functions of the CooLinkBridge.

CooLinkBridge has multiple models, with different interfaces, for connecting to the different
auxiliaries. Please make sure you are using the right model for your Auxiliary device, based on
the compatibility table.

3.1 CooLinkBridge DKZ

3.1.1 Power

The CooLinkBridge can be powered by one of the following methods:

• From the P1 P2 interface

• AC/DC adapter via VDC+ and VDC- terminals

• 12-24V DC from HVAC or other equipment via VDC+ and VDC- terminals

• USB device port

Note: Unit is shipped without power adapter.

3.1.2 Device Layout and Connectivity

(1) Mini USB Device Connector
(2) RS232, I/O Connector
(3) Power, HVAC, Modbus Connector
(4) I/F Connector (Not in use)
(5) ETH Connector
(6) LCD Screen

Figure 1 – Device Layout

3.1.2.1 Mini USB Device Connector

Used to connect the CooLinkBridge to the PC USB Host for firmware updates and maintenance
operations.