CUE rfbaseCUE User Manual
User Manual
rfbaseCUE
Version 03
CUE, a.s., Na Dolinách 6, 147 00 Praha 4, Czech Republic
phone: +420 241 433 555
fax: +420 241 432 446
www.cuesystem.com
e-mail: info@cue.cz
User Manual rfbaseCUE
UM011_03, 01.04.2003
Copyright © CUE, a.s. Praha, Czech Republic 1990 - 2003.
All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 4
1.
1.1. Overview................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.2. Models .................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3. Features ................................................................................................................................................. 4
2. Mounting......................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Connecting ..................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1. CUEwire ................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.2. Host Computer ....................................................................................................................................... 7
4. Front Panel ..................................................................................................................................... 8
4.1. Indicators ................................................................................................................................................ 8
4.2. Antennas ................................................................................................................................................ 8
4.3. Fuse........................................................................................................................................................ 8
5. Service Mode.................................................................................................................................. 9
5.1. Overview................................................................................................................................................. 9
5.2. How to Check Firmware Version ............................................................................................................ 9
5.3. Starting Service Mode ............................................................................................................................ 9
5.4. Upgrading the Firmware ........................................................................................................................10
5.5. Modifying Address of Wireless Control Panel ........................................................................................11
6. Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................... 12
6.1. The Power Indicator does not Lights .....................................................................................................12
6.2. The Short Operating Range...................................................................................................................12
7. Specifications and Mechanical Drawings ................................................................................. 13
8. Software and Firmware License................................................................................................. 14
9. Warranty Conditions ................................................................................................................... 15
10. CE Declaration of Conformity..................................................................................................... 16
11. FCC................................................................................................................................................ 17
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1. Introduction
1.1. Overview....................................................................
rfbaseCUE is a smart device that links RF wireless control panels to CUEwire (RS-485). The
transceiver uses two fixed antennas and is supplied with rack mount brackets for installation in a 19”
rack.
Main functions are
• Receives data from wireless RF control panels and transfers them via CUEwire (RS-485) to
the control units (Assistant or Assistant-S).
• Receives data from CUEwire (RS-485) and transfers them via RF to wireless RF control
panels.
• Stores data when the wireless RF control panels are not active or out of range and transfers
them when the connection is newly established.
1.2. Models .......................................................................
Model Product code Description
rfbaseCUE CS0171-4 RF base unit, 433.92 MHz
rfbaseCUE CS0171-8 RF base unit, 869.85 MHz
rfbaseCUE CS0171-9 RF base unit, 914.5 MHz
1.3. Features .....................................................................
The main features of the base unit are
• PC host connector for service and programming
• CUEwire (RS-485) connection for communication with central unit of control system
• Two ¼ wave whip antennas
• Power supply 24 VDC (+/-20%), 2 W
• RF frequency 433.92 MHz or 869.85 MHz or 914.5 MHz
• RF power max. 10 mW (for 433.92 MHz) or max. 1 mW (for 869.85 MHz and 914.5 MHz)
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2. Mounting
To fix the rfbaseCUE in a 19” rack use rack mount interface kit 19” fastened on to both sides of the
rfbaseCUE using screws.
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3. Connecting
3.1. CUEwire .....................................................................
The rfbaseCUE needs to be connected to CUEwire (RS-485 and power supply 24 VDC) in the same
way as other control panels.
Important note
There can be only one rfbaseCUE in one control system.
The rear panel is equipped with 4-pin type connector for CUEwire (RS-485 and power supply)
connection. The unit is supplied by 24 VDC (+/-20%), 2 W.
RS 485
+ - A B
1 432
B-
A+
Ground
+ 24 VDC
The following table describes all CUEwire signals.
Code Pin nr. Meaning Description Note
1 +24 V IN
2 Ground
3 Input/output A+ RS-485
4 In
ut/output B-
Power input 24 VDC
RS-485 RS-485 connection
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