Remote Control Units ECA 30 / 31 and Application Keys
Description
ECL Comfort 210 controller
series
ECL Comfort 210
The ECL Comfort 210 is an electronic weather
compensated temperature controller in the ECL
Comfort controller family for use in district heating,
central heating and cooling systems. Energy savings
can be achieved by correct control of the flow temperature in heating and cooling systems. Up to 3
circuits can be controlled. The weather compensation function in the ECL Comfort controllers
measures the outdoo r temperature and controls the
flow temperature to the h eating system accordingly.
The weather compe nsated heating system increases
the comfort level and saves energy.
The ECL Comfort 210 controller is configured with a
selecte d application by means of an ECL application
key.
ECL Comfort 210 is designed for comfortable
temperatures, optimum energy consumption, easy
installation by means of the ECL application key
(plug-and-play) and user friendly operation.
Improved energy savings are facilitated by weather
compensation, a djustment of temperature according
to schedule, optimization as well as limitation of
return temperat ure, flow and power. Functionalities
such as data logging and alarm functions are
implemented in the controller.
The ECL Comfort 210 is easily operated by means of
a dial (multi-functional knob) or a Remote Control
Unit (RCU). The dial and the backlighted display
guide the user through the text menus in the
selected language.
The ECL Comfort 210 controller has elec tronic output
for motorized valve control (3-point control), relay
outputs for circulation pump / changeover valve
control among others, as well as alarm output.
6 Pt 1000 temperature sensors can b e connected. In
addition, 2 inputs are configured when uploading
the application. The configuration can be Pt 1000
temperature sensor input, analog input (0 – 10 V) or
digital input.
The enclosure is desi gned for mounting on wall and
DIN rail. A variant ECL Comfo rt 210B (without display
and dial) is available. It can be used for mounting
inside a panel and is operated by means of the RCU
ECA 30 / 31 which can be placed in fro nt of the panel.
The ECL Comfort 210 is a stand-alone controller
which communicates with the RCU and other ECL
Comfort 210 / 296 / 310 controllers via the ECL 485
communication bus.
Remote Control Unit (RCU):
The RCUs ECA 30 and ECA 31 are used for room
temperature control a nd override of the ECL Comfort
210. The display has backlight. The RCUs are
connected to the ECL Comfort controll ers by means
of 2 × twisted pair cable for communication and
power supply (ECL 485 communication bus).
The ECA 30 / 31 has a built-in room temperature
sensor. An external room temperature sensor can
be connected substituting the built-in temperature
sensor. Furthermore, the ECA 31 has a built-in
humidity sensor and the relative humidity signal is
used in relevant applications. It is possible to
connect up to 2 RCUs on th e ECL 485 communication
bus. One RCU can monitor max. 10 ECL Comfort
controllers (master / slave system).
Data sheet ECL Comfort 210 Controller, Remote Control Units ECA 30 / 31 and Application Keys
Description (continued)ECL application key and applications:
Different ECL application keys make it easy for the
ECL Comfort 210 hardware to run different
applications. The ECL Comfort 210 controller is
loaded with the desired application by means of
the ECL application key, which contains
information about applications (simple
application sketches are shown in the display),
languages, factory settings and firmware.
The ECL application keys for ECL Comfor t 210 can
also be used in ECL Comfort 296 / 310.
The relevant ECL application keys for the ECL
Comfort 210 controller can be found in the
ordering section.
For information, ECL Comfort 296 and ECL Comfort
310 have built-in M-bus communication and TCP/
IP connection for internet in order to connect to
the ECL Portal.
Furthermore, ECL Comfort 310 can be equipped
with extension mo dule ECA 32 for control of 0 - 10
Volt (modulated) controlled actuators.
The application parameters are stored in the
controller and are not affected by power break.
Application examplesAll mentioned components (S = temperature sensor, P = pump, M = Motorized control valve and so
on) are wired to the ECL Comfort 210.
A214.1, ex. a:
Cooling application, duct temperature based on room temperature
Further application examples can be found on http://heating.danfoss.com
S1
ECL 210 / 296 / 310
A1
Danfoss
87H2113.13
M2
P2
X3
S5
F1
S3
S8S8S8
A214.2, ex. a:
Heating application, heating temperature based on duct temperature
Modulated burner control (0 - 10 Volt) is only possible with ECL Comfort 310 with built-in extension
module ECA 32.
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Data sheet ECL Comfort 210 Controller, Remote Control Units ECA 30 / 31 and Application Keys
OrderingController, base parts and accessories:
Typ e Designation Code no.
ECL Comfort 210 Universal hardware - 230 V a.c.
ECL Comfort 210BUniversal hardware - 230 V a.c.
ECL Comfort 210 base partFor mounting on wall or DIN rail (35 mm). Installation guide (no text) and
ECL Comfort 310 base partFor mounting on wall or DIN rail (35 mm). ECL Comfort 210 can be mounted
Base part is not included. Installation guide (no text) is included.
Without display and dial. Requires a Remote Control Unit.
Base part is not included. Installation guide (no text) is included.
cable inlet accessories are included.
in an ECL Comfor t 310 base part (for future upgrade). Installation guide (no
text) and cable inlet accessories are included.
Remote Control Units and accessories
Typ e Designation Code no.
ECA 30Remote Control Unit with an integrated room temperature sensor and
ECA 31Remote Control Unit with an integrated room temperature sensor and a
ECA 30 / 31 frame kit for
mounting in panel front
possibility for connecting an external Pt 1000 room temperature sensor.
Base part for mounting on wall included. Installation guide (no text) is
included.
humidity sensor. Possibility for connecting an external Pt 1000 room
temperature sensor. Used for dedicated applications. Base par t for mounting
on wall included. Installation guide (no text) is included.
For mounting in a panel cut-out.
Format 144 × 96 mm, actual cut-out 139 × 93 mm. Installation guide (no text)
is included.
087H3020
087H3030
087H3220
087H3230
087H3200
087H3201
087H3236
Accessories:
Typ e Designation Code no.
ECA 99 230 V a.c. to 24 V a.c. transformer (35 VA) 087 B115 6
ECL Application Keys
Typ eApplication type description Controller output
A214
A217
A230
A231
• Temperature cont rol (heating / cool ing) of ventilation sy stems. Duct / ro om
temperature control. Return temperature limitation. Flow / power
limitation. Fire and frost protection as well as alarm function.
• The A214 applicatio n key contains applic ations related to ECL Com fort 310
for increased functionalities (control of rotating heat-exchanger).
• The A214 applicatio n key contains applic ations related to ECL Co mfort 296/
310 for increased functionalities (M-bus and ECL Por tal).
• Advanced tem perature control o f DHW (Domestic H ot Water) circuit with/
without storage charging system. Circulation pump control. Return
temperature limitation. Frost protection and alarm function.
• The A217 application ke y contains applica tions related to ECL Com fort 296/
310 for increased functionalities (M-bus and ECL Por tal).
• (A230.1) Weather compensated flow temperature control of heating
systems. Circulation pump control. Room temperature control and sliding
return temp erature limita tion. Flow / power lim itation. Wind com pensation,
frost protection and alarm function.
• (A230.2) Flow temperature control of cooling systems . Compensation for
outdoor and room temperatures. Return temperature limitation.
• (A230.3) Hea ting system with o ptional wind comp ensation and prot ection
against condensation in thermal heavy buildings.
• (A230.4) Heating system. Optional pressure monitoring and temperature
monitoring of DHW and Cold Water temperatures.
• The A230 application key works in ECL Comfort 296 / 310 for increased
functionalities (M-bus and ECL Portal).
• The A230 ap plication key work s in ECL Comfort 310 (incl. ECA 32) fo r control
of 0 - 10 Volt controlled (modulated) actuator.
• Weather compensated flow temperature control of heating systems.
2-pump control for circulation and refill water function. Sliding return
temperature limitation. Frost protection and alarm function.
• The A231 applic ation key contains app lications relate d to ECL Comfort 310
for increased functionalities (2 pumps for refill water).
• The A231 application key contains applications related to ECL Comfort
296/ 310 for increased functionalities (M-bus and ECL Portal).
Data sheet ECL Comfort 210 Controller, Remote Control Units ECA 30 / 31 and Application Keys
OrderingECL Application Keys (continued):
Typ eApplication type description Controller output
A232
A237
A247
A260
A266
A275• Weather compensated flow temperature control of 1-stage boiler based
• Weather compensated flow temperature control of heating / cooling
circuit(s). Automati c change-ove r between hea ting and cooling. Ci rculation
pump control. Dew point (cooling mode only) and sur face temperature
compensation.
• The A232 appli cation key contains a pplications rel ated to ECL Comfort 310
for increased functionalities (return temperature limitation and separated
control of heating and cooling circuits).
• The A232 application key contains applications related to ECL Comfort
296 /310 for increased functionalities (M-bus and ECL Portal).
• Weather compensated flow temperature control of heating systems.
Circulation pump control. Room temperature control and sliding return
temperature limitation. Flow / power limitation. Temperature control of
secondar ily connected DHW circuit with storage tank charging s ystem or
storage tank with internal heat exchanger. Optional ON / OFF control of
the DHW circu it in connectio n with primarily con nected stora ge tank with
internal heat exchanger. DHW circulation pump control. Frost protection
and alarm function.
• The A237 appli cation key contains ap plications rel ated to ECL Comfort 29 6
/ 310 for increased functionalities (M-bus and ECL Por tal).
• Weather compensated flow temperature control of heating systems.
Circulation pump control. Sliding return temperature limitation. Flow /
power limitation. Temperature control of DHW circuit with storage tank
charging system. DHW circulation pump control through the storage tank
or the heat-exchanger. Frost protection and alarm function.
• The A247 applicat ion key contains app lications relate d to ECL Comfort 310
for increased functionalities (room temperature sensor).
• Weather compensated flow temperature control of heating systems.
Circulation pump control, room temperature control and sliding return
temperat ure limitation fo r two independ ent heating circuit s. Flow / power
limitation, frost protection and alarm function.
• The A260 application key works in ECL Comfort 296 / 310 for increased
functionalities (M-bus and ECL Portal).
• Weather compensated flow temperature control of heating systems.
Circulation pump control, room temperature control and sliding return
temperature limitation.
• Temperature control of DHW circuit with DHW circulation. Return
temperature limitation, sliding DHW priority, frost protection and alarm
function. Optional control of DHW heating based on DHW demand.
• The A266 application key works in ECL Comfort 296 / 310 for increased
functionalities (M-bus and ECL Portal).
• The A266 ap plication key work s in ECL Comfort 310 (incl. EC A 32) for control
of 0 - 10 Volt controlled (modulated) actuator for some subtypes.
heating systems. One direct heating circuit and one mixing circuit.
Circulation pumps control, room temperature control and sliding return
temperature limitation.
• Temperature control of DHW storage tank with internal heat exchanger.
Frost protection and alarm function.
• The A275 applica tion key contains app lications relate d to ECL Comfort 310
for increased functionalities (multiple boiler stages).
• The A275 application key work s in ECL Comfort 296 / 310 for increased
functionalities (ECL Portal).
Data sheet ECL Comfort 210 Controller, Remote Control Units ECA 30 / 31 and Application Keys
Operation
A
B
The graphical monochrome display (A) shows all
temperature values as well as status information
and is used for the setting of control parameters.
The display has backlight. Different favorite
displays can be selected. Navigation, browsing
and selecting the current item in the menus is
done by means of the dial (multi-func tional knob
(B)).
Examples of favorite displays:
The RCUs ECA 30 / 31 are used for remote setting
and override of ECL Comfort controller. By means
of the built-in room temperature sensor, the flow
temperature can be corrected to keep a constant
room temperature at comfort or saving
temperature. The ECA 30 / 31 is operated as an
ECL Comfort 210 with dial and backlighted display.
Data sheet ECL Comfort 210 Controller, Remote Control Units ECA 30 / 31 and Application Keys
FunctionsGeneral functions:
• The ECL Comfort 210 has all the required
functions of a modern electronic temperature
controller for heating, cooling, ventilation and
DHW applications.
• The controller can be used as master or slave in
systems with master / slave ECL Comfort 210 /
296 / 310 controllers.
• The ECL application key contains the application
software for flexible configuration. Furthermore,
an update of the controller software is done
automatically, if required.
• The ECL Comfort 210 contains, besides the
standard functions, log and alarm functions.
• The built-in real time clock gives automatic
summer / winter time changeover, week and
holiday schedule.
• Motor protection, which ensures stable control
and a long life of the motorized control valve, is
available for most of the applications. In periods
without heat demand, the motorized control
valve can be exercised to avoid blocking.
• Scheduled control (comfort and saving mode)
is based on a week program. A holiday program
gives the possibility to select days with comfor t
or saving mode.
• The ECL Comfort 210 can receive pulses from a
heat or flow meter to limit the power or the flow.
• In many applications analog input (0 – 10 V) is
configured for pressure measuring among
others. The scaling is set in the controller.
• Some applications are configured to handle
digital input. This function can be used to have
an external switch to run comfort or saving
mode or react on a flow switch signal.
• The control parameters, proportional band (Xp),
integration time (Tn), running time of the
motorized control valve and neutral zone (Nz)
can be set individually for each output (3-point
control).
Heating functions:
• The heat curve (relationship between outdoor
temperature and desired flow temperature) is
set by means of 6 coordinate points or a slope
value. Max. / min. limitation of the desired flow
temperature can be set.
• The return temperature limitation can work in
relation to the outdoor temperature or be a fixed
value.
• The heating cut-out function can switch OFF the
heating and stop the circulation pump at high
outdoor temperatures.
• Based on the room temperature the ECL Comfort
210 can correct the desired flow temperature in
order to increase the comfort level.
• The optimizer function ensures heating in the
desired periods (the lower outdoor temperature,
the earlier cut-in of the heating).
• The ramping function makes a smooth cut-in of
the heating valuable (district heating
installations).
• The boost function makes a powerful cut-in of
the heating (boiler based installations).
• The circulation pump is controlled in relation to
heat demand and frost protection. In periods
without heat demand, the circulation pump can
be exercised to avoid blocking.
• The saving function gives two possibilities:
· reduced flow temperature with fixed
reduction or reduction in relation to outdoor
temperature (the lower the outdoor
temperature, the less the reduction),
· heating off, still with active frost protection.
DHW functions:
• The auto tuning function with automatic setting
of control parameters for constant DHW
temperature is integrated in the application
A217 and A266. However, auto tuning is only
applicable with valves that are approved for auto
tuning, i.e. the Danfoss types VB 2 and VM 2 with
split characteristic as well as logarithmic valves
such as VF and VFS.
• T he anti-bacteria function c an follow a dedicated
schedule program.
• The heating circuit can have sliding DHW priority.
Communication
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The ECL Comfort 210 has an ECL 485
communication bus (non-galvanically separated),
which is used for closed communication between
master, slave and RCUs.
Additionally, the ECL Comfort 210 has a nongalvanically separated RS 485 bus for limited
(cable length) Modbus communication. A USB
connection (type B) can be used for the ECL Tool.
Master / slave connections
The ECL Tool can be downloaded for free from
the internet:
https://www.danfoss.com/en/service-and-support/downloads
If M-bus is required, this option is available in ECL
Comfort 296 / 310.
If communication to ECL Portal is required, this
option is available in ECL Comfort 296 / 310.
Data sheet ECL Comfort 210 Controller, Remote Control Units ECA 30 / 31 and Application Keys
ECL 485 communication bus data:
PurposeFor internal ECL Comfort 210 / 296 / 310 and ECA 30 / 31 use
Connection Terminals in base part
Cable type2 × twisted pair
Max. total cable length (bus cable + sensor cables)200 m in total (inclusive sensor cables)
Max. number of ECL slaves connectedUnits with unigue address (1 - 9): 9
Max. number of Remote Control Units connec ted2
Data sent from masterDate
Data sent from addressed slave controllerDesired flow temperature from each circuit
Data sent from ECA 30 / 31
only
(Danfoss proprietary bus)
Non-galvanically isolated
Units with address “0”: 5
Time
Outdoor temperature
Desired room temperature
DHW-priority signal
• Actual and desired room temperature
• Function selector mode
• (ECA 31) Relative humidit y
Modbus communication data:
Modbus RS 4 85For service purposes
Connection Terminals in base part
Cable type2 × twisted pair
Max. bus cable length20 m
Non-galvanically isolated
USB communication data:
Languages
References
USB CDC (Communication Device Class)For service purposes
Modbus over USBSimilar to the serial Modbus, but with relaxed timing
Connection, cable typeStandard USB cable (USB A ---- ---- USB B)
(Windows driver is needed, to enable that Windows
recognize the ECL as a virtual COM por t)
A port: USB (type B female plug)
C port: ECL application key
BulgarianEstonianItalianRussian
CroatianFinnishLatvianSerbian
CzechFrenchLithuanianSlovak
DanishGermanPolishSlovenian
EnglishHungarianRomanianSwedish
DutchSpanish
The selected language + English is uploaded at application upload.
M-bus communication (non-galvanically
separated)
Modbus connection (galvanically
separated)
EthernetECL Comfort 296 / 310 has Ethernet connection, RJ45, Modbus / TCP. For SCADA
Extension of input / outputsECL Comfort 310 (2 extra inputs, 1 extra output for actuator, 2 extra relays)
ECL Comfort 296 / 310
ECL Comfort 296 / 310
solutions and ECL Portal
ECL Comfort 310 + ECA 32 (6 inputs, 2 pulse inputs, 3 analog outputs (0 - 10 V) and
4 relays)
The analog outputs (0 - 10 V) can in some applications be used for control of
analog controlled actuators, fan speed and pump speed.
Max. load on relay outputs4(2) A - 230 V a.c. (4 A for ohmic load,
Relay contact materialSilver alloy
Max. load on triac outputs for actuators (a.c. load only)0.2 A - 230 V a.c.
2 A for inductive load)
Warning:
Electric conductors on PCB (Printed Circuit Board) for supply voltage, relay contacts and triac
outputs do not have mutual safety distance of minimum 6 mm. The outputs are not allowed to be
used as galvanic separated (volt free) outputs.
If a galvanic separated output is needed, an auxiliary relay is recommended.
24 Volt controlled units, for example actuators, are to be controlled by means of ECL Comfort 310, 24
Volt version.
Data sheet ECL Comfort 210 Controller, Remote Control Units ECA 30 / 31 and Application Keys
ECA 30 / 31 cut-out for
mounting in panel front
Tender textElectronic controller for heating and domestic hot water applications
1a
Electronic weather compensator for flow temperature control in heating and domestic hot water
installations.
Turn-push-dial, backlighted graphic display and menu-based operation in local languages.
The controller can operate multiple application uploaded by means of application software keys.
1b
• Heat curve setting in 6 coordinates or as slope.
• Flow temperature limitations.
• Room temperature compensation and comfort / saving periods according to week schedule.
• Holiday schedule.
• Return temperature limitation as a set value (DHW) or in relation to outdoor temperature
(heating).
• Pumps controlled in relation to heat demand and frost protection.
• Alarm functions and log pictures for all sensors.
• Manuel override of the individual outputs.
• Communication: Modbus (max. 20 m), ECL 485 (internal data bus).
• Connection for commissioning / service via PC
• 6 temperature sensor (Pt 1000) inputs.
• 2 application related and configured inputs.
• 4 relay outputs.
• 2 pairs of electronic output for noiseless operation of the motorized control valve.
A frame (code no. 087H3236) is placed in the
cut-out (139 × 93 mm) in which the ECA 30 / 31
is placed.
Remote control unit ECA 30 / 31:
• Turn-push-dial, backlighted graphic display
• Integrated room temperature sensor
• Integrated humidity sensor (ECA 31 only)
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Main data:
• Supply voltage, 230 V a.c., 50 Hz: ECL 210 and ECL 210 B
• Power consumption: max. 5 VA
• Ambient temperature: 0 – 55 °C
• Storage temperature: -40 – 70 °C
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Product characteristics:
• Protection class: IP 41
• DIN rail adaptor integrated
• Dimension (inclusive base part) L*W*H, 220*110*80 mm