Intesis INKNXUNI001I000 User guide

Compatible with AC units, of most AC brands, provided with an IR receiver

Application’s Program version: 1.1

USER MANUAL

Issue date: 02/2020 r1.3 ENGLISH

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Important User Information

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The data, examples and illustrations found in this document are included for illustrative purposes and are only intended to help improve understanding of the functionality and handling of the product. In view of the wide range of possible applications of the product, and because of the many variables and requirements associated with any particular implementation, HMS Industrial Networks cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the data, examples or illustrations included in this document nor for any damages incurred during installation of the product. Those responsible for the use of the product must acquire sufficient knowledge in order to ensure that the product is used correctly in their specific application and that the application meets all performance and safety requirements including any applicable laws, regulations, codes and standards. Further, HMS Industrial Networks will under no circumstances assume liability or responsibility for any problems that may arise as a result from the use of undocumented features or functional side effects found outside the documented scope of the product. The effects caused by any direct or indirect use of such aspects of the product are undefined and may include e.g. compatibility issues and stability issues.

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Gateway for integration of IR air conditioners into KNX TP-1 (EIB) control systems.

Compatible with AC units, of most AC brands, provided with an IR receiver.

Application’s Program Version: 1.1

ORDER CODE

LEGACY ORDER CODE

INKNXUNI001I000

IS-IR-KNX-1I

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Table of Contents

1 Presentation ............................................................................................................................................ 6

2 Quick setup .............................................................................................................................................. 7

3 Device Installation ................................................................................................................................... 8

Location selection ............................................................................................................................... 8

Connection to IR and location ............................................................................................................ 9

Connection of the device: KNX and USB connection ...................................................................... 11

3.3.1 KNX port connection .............................................................................................................. 11

3.3.2 USB port connection .............................................................................................................. 11

Binary Input connection .................................................................................................................... 12

4 Configuration and setup ........................................................................................................................ 14

5 ETS Parameters and Configuration ...................................................................................................... 15

General configuration ....................................................................................................................... 16

5.1.1 Manual configuration: AC brand and model ........................................................................... 16

5.1.2 Automatic configuration: Auto Learn ...................................................................................... 16

5.1.3 Delay before sending initial “Read” telegrams ....................................................................... 17

5.1.4 Scene to execute on bus recovery / startup........................................................................... 17

5.1.5 Enable “lock control” objects .................................................................................................. 18

5.1.6 Enable func “Operation time objects” ..................................................................................... 18

5.1.7 RGB LED mode ..................................................................................................................... 18

5.1.8 Error notification ..................................................................................................................... 19

AC supported features ..................................................................................................................... 19

Mode ................................................................................................................................................. 19

5.3.1 Enable use of bit-type Mode objects (for control) .................................................................. 20

5.3.2 Enable use of bit-type Mode objects (for status).................................................................... 20

5.3.3 Enable use of + / - object for Mode ........................................................................................ 21

5.3.4 Enable use of Text object for Mode ....................................................................................... 21

Fan Speed ........................................................................................................................................ 21

5.4.1 DPT object type for fan speed ............................................................................................... 22

5.4.2 Enable use of bit-type Fan Speed objects (for Control) ......................................................... 22

5.4.3 Enable use of bit-type Fan Speed objects (for Status) .......................................................... 23

5.4.4 Enable use of +/- object for Fan Speed ................................................................................. 23

5.4.5 Enable use of Text object for Fan Speed ............................................................................... 24

Up-Down vanes configuration dialog ............................................................................................... 24

5.5.1 DPT object type for Vane Up-Down ....................................................................................... 24

5.5.2 Enable use of bit-type Vane U-D objects (for Control) ........................................................... 25

5.5.3 Enable use of bit-type Vane U-D objects (for Status) ............................................................ 25

5.5.4 Enable use of +/- obj for Vane Up-Down ............................................................................... 26

5.5.5 Enable use of Text object for Vane U-D ................................................................................ 26

Left-Right vanes configuration dialog ............................................................................................... 26

5.6.1 DPT object type for Vane Left-Right ...................................................................................... 26

5.6.2 Enable use of bit-type Vane L-R objects (for Control) ........................................................... 27

5.6.3 Enable use of bit-type Vane U-D objects (for Status) ............................................................ 28

5.6.4 Enable use of +/- obj for Vane Left-Right ............................................................................... 28

5.6.5 Enable use of Text object for Vane U-D ................................................................................ 29

Temperature configuration dialog..................................................................................................... 29

5.7.1 Set Point - Enable use of +/- obj for Setp Temp .................................................................... 29

5.7.2 Set Point - Enable limits on Control_ Setpoint obj ................................................................. 30

5.7.3 Set Point - Periodic sending time ........................................................................................... 30

5.7.4 Ambient - Transmission of “Status_ Intesis Ref Temp” ......................................................... 30

5.7.5 Ambient - Periodic sending time ............................................................................................ 30

Scene Configuration dialog .............................................................................................................. 31

5.8.1 Enable use of scenes ............................................................................................................. 31

5.8.2 Scenes can be saved from KNX ............................................................................................ 31

5.8.3 Enable use of bit-field objects for save .................................................................................. 32

5.8.4 Enable use of bit-field objects for execute ............................................................................. 32

5.8.5 Scene “x” preset ..................................................................................................................... 32

Enable use of Open Window ............................................................................................................ 33

Enable use of Occupancy function ............................................................................................. 35

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Binary Input “x” configuration dialogs ......................................................................................... 36

5.11.1 Enable use of Input “x” ........................................................................................................... 37

5.11.2 Contact type ........................................................................................................................... 37

5.11.3 Debounce time ....................................................................................................................... 37

5.11.4 Disabling function ................................................................................................................... 37

5.11.5 Function.................................................................................................................................. 37

6 Electrical and Mechanical features ........................................................................................................ 39

7 List of compatible AC indoor units. ........................................................................................................ 40

8 Appendix A – Communication Objects Table ........................................................................................ 41

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1 Presentation

IntesisTM INKNXUNI001I000 allows monitoring and control of Air Conditioners from KNX installations.

Compatible with most AC units with an IR receiver.

Great flexibility of integration into your KNX projects. Configuration is made directly from ETS, the database of the device comes with a complete set of communication objects allowing, from a simple and quick integration using the basic objects, allowing a simple and quick integration.

Main features:

• Reduced dimensions and quick installation.

• Includes a mini USB connector for fast programming download.

• Multiple objects for control and status (bit, byte, characters…) with KNX standard datapoint types.

• Status objects for every control available.

• Special Modes available (Power, Economy, Additional Heating and Additional Cooling).

• Timeout for Open Window and Occupancy. Sleep function also available.

• Control of the AC unit based in the ambient temperature read by the own AC unit, or in the ambient

temperature read by any KNX thermostat.

• Total Control and Monitoring of the AC unit from KNX, including monitoring of AC unit’s state of internal

variables, running hours’ counter (for filter maintenance control).

• AC unit can be controlled simultaneously by the remote controller of the AC unit and by KNX.

• Up to 5 scenes can be saved and executed from KNX, fixing the desired combination of Operation Mode,

Set Temperature, Fan Speed, Vane Position and Remote Controller Lock in any moment by using a simple switching.

• Two binary inputs for potential-free contacts provide the possibility to integrate many types of external

devices for window status control (window contacts) and occupancy (presence sensor

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2 Quick setup

Figure 2.1 INKNXUNI001I000 integration example

1. Check the interface location that best fits the installation (More at 3.1 LOCATION SELECTION)

2. Connect the interface to the KNX bus.

3. Download the ETS database for this product, import it and add it to the current ETS project.

4. Access the parameter section of the Intesis device. Notice that parameters for this interface are configured through a specific plugin (5 ETS PARAMETERS AND CONFIGURATION).

5. Select the communication objects to be used and other parameters. This step can be omitted if working with the default objects and parameters.

6. Save the configuration file and download the application program.

7. Close the plugin and apply changes when asked.

8. Link the group address from the communication object of the KNX device with the communication object inside the Intesis interface.

9. Download the ETS parameters as with any other standard KNX device.

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3 Device Installation

Location selection

Determining that the Intesis device will be working as expected in the installation location is an important stage. To determine the best location for your Intesis device, use the Wireless Controller (the one of your AC unit).

When selecting the installation location, please keep in mind that the Intesis device has 2 IR emitters and 1 IR receiver. The 2 emitters increase the installation possibilities allowing many different suitable positions for the device location. On the other hand, the receiver offers the possibility to get the feedback from the IR wireless remote controller so the KNX status objects can be updated with that feedback.

Figure 3.1 IR emitters and IR receiver location

IR reception area

IR transmission area

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Connection to IR and location

There is no special requirement to match the IR receiver and the Intesis INKNXUNI001I000 interface. Simply select your model from the list present in the plugin. If your AC unit is not present, please check the compatibility list as in section 7. You can find more information about the IR configuration in section 5.

Important: Keep in mind that some furniture and materials (carpets, curtains, glass, metal…) may affect

to the IR communication.

Important: The Intesis device has 2 IR emitters pointing at 2 different locations. Considering this and

IR reflections, valid locations for the Intesis device may be many and very different depending on each installation. Check section 3.1 LOCATION SELECTION for more information.

Intesis INKNXUNI001I000 can be installed in many different locations.

A) Side-by-side with the AC unit B) In front of the AC unit

C) Under the AC unit D) Desktop position

Figure 3.2 IR emitters and IR receiver location

Case A: Installed side-by-side with the AC unit. In that case, the signal will travel from the Intesis device to the

AC unit tacking advantage of the rebounds on the floor or other furniture present in the room. Case B: Installed in front of the AC unit. In that case, the signal will travel from the Intesis device directly to the

AC unit. Case C: Installed below the AC unit. In that case, the signal will travel from the Intesis device to the AC unit

tacking advantage of the rebounds on the wall in front of it or other furniture present in the room. Case D: If you want to place the device on your desktop or any other horizontal surface, please consider the

sketch below. In this case, the signal will travel directly from the Intesis device to the AC unit.

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Figure 3.3 Desktop mounted position

In order not to produce marks or scratches on the surface and to improve the device stability, you can use the rubber dumpers included in the package. Please, check Figure 3.4.

Figure 3.4 Rubber dumpers location

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Connection of the device: KNX and USB connection

To get access to the KNX or mini USB connector, remove the screw as seen in Figure 3.5.

Figure 3.5 Top lid release and KNX connection

3.3.1 KNX port connection

Intesis device needs to be connected directly through a KNX TP-1 bus.

Disconnect power of the KNX bus. Connect the INKNXUNI001I000 to the KNX TP-1 (EIB) bus using the KNX standard connector (red/grey) of the INKNXUNI001I000, respect polarity.

Reconnect power of the KNX bus, and mains power of the AC unit.

3.3.2 USB port connection

Intesis device allows a USB connection via mini USB port for the IR remote parameters or application program version download. Please, refer to 4 CONFIGURATION AND SETUP for further information.

Figure 3.8 USB port connector

Make sure the device is not connected to power (KNX or USB) during the connection of the USB port.

Setscrew

USB port

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Binary Input connection

Intesis INKNXUNI001I000 interface is equipped with Binary Inputs from factory. To use the built-in binary inputs in all the IR KNX Controllers, a standard 3,5mm stereo jack connector is required.

Connections will be as in the image below.

Figure 3.7 Binary Input connection

Before proceeding, please check the technical specification of the binary input below:

Once you are sure your installation is compliant with the specifications, please check the presence sensor or window contact you would like to use. Basically, sensors only need to be equipped with a potential free external

CHANNEL 1: PRESENCE DETECTOR

CHANNEL 2: WINDOW CONTACT

STEREO JACK

(3,5 mm)

BINARY INPUT

CONNECTOR

KNX INPUT

CONNECTOR

CHANNEL 1

COMMON

CHANNEL 2

Potential free binary input

Signal cable length: 5m unshielded, may be extended up to 20m with twisted Compliant with the following standards:

IEC61000-4-2: level 4 – 15kV (air discharge) - 8kV (contact discharge) MIL STD 883E-Method 3015-7: class 3B

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contact. No matter if the contact is NO (Normally Open) or NC (Normally closed) as you will be able to configure the contact type (NO or NC) of your sensor in the settings of the Binary Input function (Go to Settings menu in the Intesis WEB Site).

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please, note that INKNXUNI001I000 interface will only react if the contact of your sensor is opened or closed. In the case of the presence sensor, the installer needs to decide the specific settings of the presence sensor to be applied. Intesis will be not responsible of the incorrect settings or incorrect installations.

Recommendation: In some presence sensors or window contacts it is possible to setup a delay time to the external contact. As you will see in this manual, Intesis Settings allow the user to setup a timer before starting with the configured actions. Anyway, we recommend to setup a certain delay time in your presence sensor or window contact to prevent continuous contact changes in a very short period of time.

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4 Configuration and setup

This is a fully compatible KNX device which must be configured and setup using standard KNX tool ETS. Before starting with the configuration, please make sure that the binary inputs (if used) and the USB cable are

properly connected to the interface. Make sure as well, that the interface is connected to the KNX bus to allow the proper download of the KNX programming.

To proceed with the configuration and setup, it is recommended to follow instructions next:

1. Download and install the latest version of the ETS data base (5 ETS Parameters and Configuration).

2. Open the product’s plugin.

3. Select your AC brand and model.

4. Download the infrared configuration to the Intesis pushing on the “Download IR parameters”. NOTE: Check the current connection to the Intesis. Notice that to send the Infrared configuration, you

can use the standard KNX connection (the same used to program the device) or a USB connection. For this purpose, a mini USB port is available by opening the device.

USB connection is faster than KNX connection. Notice that USB is only available for the IR parameters download (see 5.1 General configuration).

5. Proceed with the rest of AC unit settings and other parameters in the plugin tab.

6. Finish the KNX programming: communication object links and device addressing.

7. Download the configuration to the device as usual KNX device.

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