Clare Controls CLIQ.connect Assembly instructions

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CLIQ.connect Installation Sheet
Last modified: 09/29/16
Description
The Clare Controls CLIQ.connect is an add-on module for the
CLIQ.host that doubles the number of available I/O ports. The
CLIQ.connect uses auto-discovery technology that makes the
units seamlessly interoperable and lets you scale your project
with near-zero configuration. You can stack up to three
CLIQ.connect modules onto one CLIQ controller. This, coupled
with the modules’ built-in ease of interconnection, makes the
CLIQ controller an ideal controller for a wide range of projects.
WARNING: Any changes or modifications made to this product
not expressly authorized by the manufacturer could void the
user’s right to operate this device.
Unpacking the CLIQ.connect
Remove all contents from the CLIQ.connect packaging and
ensure you have the following items.
 1 CLIQ.connect device
 3 terminal connectors
 1 terminal block jig
 2 RJ12 to DB-9 cables
 6 IR emitters
 4 rubber foot covers
Installation
Attaching the CLIQ.connect to a CLIQ controller
The CLIQ.connect attaches to a CLIQ controller without any
screws, external jumpers, or wires. Magnets hold the
CLIQ.connect securely to the CLIQ controller. You can connect
up to three CLIQ.connect devices to a single CLIQ controller.
To attach the CLIQ.connect to the CLIQ controller:
1. Place the CLIQ controller on a level surface.
2. Using a small screwdriver, carefully remove the cloud-
shaped dust cover from the top of the CLIQ controller to
expose the female ClareBus. Next remove the ClareBus
cover from the bottom of the CLIQ.connect.
3. Align the CLIQ.connect over the top of the CLIQ controller
so that the male ClareBus on the bottom of the
CLIQ.connect is touching the female ClareBus on the top
of the CLIQ controller. See Figure 1.
Note: When connecting to a CLIQ.express controller, you
must attach the CLIQ connect under the CLIQ.express.
4. Push down on the CLIQ.connect until it is properly seated
on the CLIQ controller.
To attach additional CLIQ.connects:
1. Remove the dust cover from the top of the attached
CLIQ.connect, and then remove the ClareBus cover from
the bottom of the next CLIQ.connect.
2. Align the next CLIQ.connect over the CLIQ.connect that
you just added, and push down until the unit is seated.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each additional CLIQ.connect.
Note: When attaching additional CLIQ.connects, be sure
that each CLIQ.connect is receiving power before adding
the next CLIQ.connect. The CLIQ controller auto-
discovers each CLIQ.connect in the order in which you
add them.

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Figure 1: Attaching CLIQ devices
Adding the rubber foot covers
If you are placing a CLIQ.connect on the bottom of a stack, use
the four rubber foot covers included to prevent it from sliding.
To add the rubber foot covers:
 Peel each foot cover from the paper backing and place
one on each foot on the bottom of the CLIQ.connect.
Connecting devices to the CLIQ.connect
Begin making connections to your other devices. Figures 2
and 3 identify the LED and ports on the front and rear of the
CLIQ.connect. Refer to the documentation that came with each
of your other devices for detailed information about connecting
them to the CLIQ.connect.
To connect the CLIQ.connect:
1. Connect your serial devices to either of the two RS-232
ports using a standard RJ12 cable, or an RJ12 to DB9
cable (included). See Figure 3, item 1 and Figure 4.
2. Connect your IR devices (optional) to the 12-pin terminal
connector (included), and then insert the connector into
the port labeled “IR Outputs.” See Figure 3, item 2.
Note: When connecting an IR emitter (included), attach
the striped wire to positive (+) and the black wire to
negative (-).
3. Connect your digital I/O devices (optional) to the 8-pin
terminal connector (included), and then insert the
connector into the port labeled “I/O.” See Figure 3, item 4.
When connecting devices, wire it such that ports 1 and 2
share the same12 VDC power and ground and ports 3 and
4 share the same power and ground.
4. Connect relay contacts (e.g., garage door contacts) to the
6-pin terminal connector (included), and then insert the
connector into the port labeled “Relay.” See Figure 3,
item 5.
Figure 2: CLIQ.connect front
(1) LED – Illuminates blue when unit is powered on
Figure 3: CLIQ.connect rear connections
(1) RS-232 (2 ports)
(2) IR Outputs
(3) ClareBus
(4) I/O
(5) Relay
RS-232 port pinouts
If you are using your own RJ12 cable (rather than the one
supplied), ensure your RJ12 cable connector pinouts match
the pinouts on the RS-232 ports shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4: RS-232 ports with pinouts
Configure, test, and deploy a project
Refer to the Fusion Configuration Tool Administrator Guide
(Doc ID 069) for instructions on creating, testing, and deploying
a project.
RS232 IR Outputs I/O Relay
#1 #2
#1 #2 1 2 3 4 56
12vdc
Gnd
#3
#1
#2
12vdc
Gnd
#4
NC NO
C
NC NO
C
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
RS232
#1 #2

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Specifications
I/O ports
RS-232 [1]
2
IR outputs
6 (2 pins per IR)
I/O
4 (8 pins)
Relay
6 pin, (2 normally open, 2 normally closed)
General
Power
5 mA at 12 VDC
Operating temperature
41 to 113°F (5 to 45°C)
Relative humidity
10 to 90%, non-condensing
Dimensions (W × H × D)
1.3 × 8 × 6 in.
3.3 × 20.32 × 15.24 cm
[1] CLIQ.connect units support RS232 speeds of 300 baud and
higher.
Regulatory information
Manufacturer
Clare Controls, LLC.
7519 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 104
Sarasota, FL 34243
Warranty information
Clare Controls offers a three (3) year limited warranty on
original Clare Controls components, from the date of
shipment from Clare Controls. To view complete limited
warranty details, including limitations and exclusions,
www.clarecontrols.com/warranty.
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warranty details.
Contact information
Clare Controls
7519 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 104
Sarasota, FL 34243
Support: 941.404.1072
Fax: [phone]
www.clarecontrols.com