Cylon NEXUS Series Manual

SMART ENERGY CONTROL
NEXUS SERIES
HARDWARE INSTALLATION GUIDE

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TRADEMARKS
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UniPut™ technology is covered by UK Patent GB 2 400 991 and Irish Patent 84413
www.cylon.com
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Contents
Style conventions used in this document:
UI Text: Text that represents elements of the UI such as button names, menu
options etc. is presented with a grey background and border, in
Tahoma font which is traditionally used in Windows UIs. For example:
Ok
Standard Terms (Jargon): Text that is not English Language but instead refers to
industry standard concepts such as Strategy, BACnet, or Analog Input
is represents in slightly condensed font. For example:
BACnet
Code: Text that represents File paths, Code snippets or text file configuration
settings is presented in fixed-width font, with a grey background and
border. For example:
$config_file = c:\CYLON\settings\config.txt
Parameter values: Text that represents values to be entered into UI fields or
displayed in dialogs is represented in fixed-width font with a shaded
background. For example
10°C
Product Names: Text that represents a product name is represented in bold
colored text. For example
INTEGRA™
PC Keyboard keys: Text representing an instruction to press a particular key on
the keyboard is enclosed in square brackets and in bold font. For
example:
[Ctrl]+[1]

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CONTENTS
SECTION 1 : OVERVIEW
Front Panel (LED indicators)......................................................................................................................................8
Bottom Panel (ports) ...............................................................................................................................................9
Bottom Panel (DIP switches).....................................................................................................................................9
Top Panel...................................................................................................................................................................10
Left Edge ...................................................................................................................................................................11
Right Edge .................................................................................................................................................................11
SECTION 2 : INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION
Powering on the NEXUS Series device 14
Mounting the NEXUS Series device on the wall 16
Mounting the NEXUS Series device on a DIN rail 17
SECTION 3 : DETAILED ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and weight 20
Product dimensions and weight ..............................................................................................................................20
Packaging dimensions and weight...........................................................................................................................20
Mounting dimensions...............................................................................................................................................20
Environmental and operating conditions 21
Power 22
Power adaptor (optional).........................................................................................................................................22
Communications—Ethernet 23
Hard drives - M.2 SATA 64GB SSD 23
SECTION 4 : SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION
Introduction 26
Tools Required ..........................................................................................................................................................26
Connecting to a NEXUS Series Device 27
Log-In 28

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Control Panel 28
Project Instances 29
Calendar Configuration ............................................................................................................................................29
Calendar File .............................................................................................................................................................29
Calendar User ...........................................................................................................................................................30
Users And Groups....................................................................................................................................................30
Instance Services......................................................................................................................................................31
Persistence Manager ...............................................................................................................................................31
Project Source ..........................................................................................................................................................32
Project Removal........................................................................................................................................................32
Aspect Control Engine Log.......................................................................................................................................32
License Item Status...................................................................................................................................................33
Project Performance................................................................................................................................................33
Database Management 34
MySQL Administration .............................................................................................................................................34
SQLite Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................35
Licensing 35
Communication Setup 36
Out Of Service Manager (OSS).................................................................................................................................36
BACnet Settings ........................................................................................................................................................36
BBMD Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................37
Modbus Network Properties....................................................................................................................................37
Time Sync Settings....................................................................................................................................................37
System Administration 38
User Manager...........................................................................................................................................................38
System Services........................................................................................................................................................38
System Status............................................................................................................................................................38
Process Status...........................................................................................................................................................39
System Updates........................................................................................................................................................39
OS Auto Update........................................................................................................................................................40
Backup/Restore ........................................................................................................................................................40
Ethernet Settings .....................................................................................................................................................40
Network Diagnostics ................................................................................................................................................41
Time Settings ............................................................................................................................................................41
Web Server Configuration .......................................................................................................................................42
Image Proxy Configuration .....................................................................................................................................42
System Logs 43
Diagnostic Buffer......................................................................................................................................................43
Remote Logging........................................................................................................................................................43
System Log................................................................................................................................................................44
Update Log................................................................................................................................................................44

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SECTION 1 : OVERVIEW

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This chapter provides an overview of the NEXUS Series device system as well as optional modules.
FRONT PANEL (LED INDICATORS)
1
Power status LED
Indicates the power‑state of the system.
2
Mobile broadband status LED
Unused
3
Wireless status LED
Unused
4
Bluetooth status LED
Unused
5
Cloud connection status LED
unused
6
Port D status LEDs
Unused
7
Network 1 status LEDs
Indicates the connectivity status and network activity.
Orange = 100Mb/s (10/100)
Green = 1000Mb/s (Gigabit)
8
RS485 port status Port 2 LED
Provides the status of the RS485 port connections.
9
RS485 port status Port 1 LED
Provides the status of the RS485 port connections.
10
Port C LED
unused
11
Port B LED
Unused
12
Port A LED
Unused
13
Power button
Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn on the system if it is turned off.

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BOTTOM PANEL (PORTS)
1
Earth ground
Connect the grounding cable to the system.
2
Port A
Unused
3
Port B
Unused
4
Port C
Unused
5
RS485 port 1
Connect a RS485 fieldbus.
6
RS485 port 2
Connect a RS485 fieldbus.
7
USB 1 port
Connect a USB 3.0 device.
8
Network 1 port
Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband
modem for network or internet access.
9
Port D
Recovery Ethernet Port
BOTTOM PANEL (DIP SWITCHES)
1
RS485 port 1 resistor switch
Enable/disable the differential termination resistor for
RS485.
2
RS485 port 1 bias resistor switch
Enable/disable the bias resistor for RS485 port 1.
3
RS485 port 2 resistor switch
Enable/disable the differential termination resistor for
RS485.
4
RS485 port 2 bias resistor switch
Enable/disable the bias resistor for RS485 port 2.

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TOP PANEL
1
Mobile broadband antenna port (port one)
Unused
2
Micro-SIM card slot
Unused
3
Mobile broadband antenna port (port two)
Unused
4
Wi-Fi antenna port (port three)
Unused
5
Intrusion detection connector
Unused
6
Wi-Fi antenna port (port four)
Unused
7
HDMI port
Connect a monitor or other HDMI device.
Provides video and audio output.
Note: In order to function
the HDMI must be
connected when the
system boots.
8
USB 2.0 port
Unused
9
USB 2.0 port
Unused

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LEFT EDGE
Note: When the Nexus 2 is shipped from the factory, both power
connectors are covered by a warning label. Make sure this
label is completely removed before using the Nexus 2.
1
Power module expansion port
Unused
2
24 V AC/DC power Phoenix
connector
Connect a 24 V AC/DC power connector to
provide power to your system.
3
19.5 V DC power adapter port
Connect a 19.5 V DC power adapter connector to
provide power to your system.
Note: Nexus 2 requires a dedicated SELV 24 V 60VA AC / DC supply
(Class II supply) or a dedicated Dell SELV 19.5 V 65 W PSU.
Note: The recommended supply for warranty purposes is the
included Dell PSU.
When using a higher VA transformer, care must be taken to
ensure that the voltage stays within specification (see Detailed
Engineering Specifications - Power on page 22).
Warning:
Earthing or Grounding of any of the terminals connected to
the SELV power supply will cause serious damage to the power
supply rectifier and will invalidate the product Warranty.
Never Earth or Ground any of the terminals connected to this
power supply.
Never use this power supply to power CB, NB, or SBC control
devices, or any other equipment, because it is possible that
the other equipment may be connected to Earth or Ground.
Note: If the Nexus 2 is acting as a Site’s central server, hosting the
primary UI and historical data, it is recommended that its
power supply is connected to an Uninterruptible Power Supply
(UPS).
RIGHT EDGE
1
IO expansion port
Unused

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SECTION 2 : INSTALLATION
AND CONFIGURATION

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Note: The information in this chapter provides an overview of the installation and configuration
requirements of the NEXUS Series device. The NEXUS Series device is designed for specific
applications and needs to be installed by qualified personnel with RF and regulatory-related
knowledge.
POWERING ON THE NEXUS SERIES DEVICE
1. Install the NEXUS Series device on the wall mount using a wall
mounting kit, or Install the NEXUS Series device on the rack
infrastructure using DIN-rail mounting brackets.
2. Connect a network cable.
3. Connect a SELV/limited energy circuit power source (24 V AC/DC
or 19.5 V DC) to the NEXUS Series device and press the power
button to turn it on.
Note: For warranty purposes it is recommended that only the included power supply should be used
with NEXUS Series devices.
Warning:
Earthing or Grounding of any of the terminals connected to the SELV power supply will cause serious
damage to the power supply rectifier and will invalidate the product Warranty.
Never Earth or Ground any of the terminals connected to this power supply.
Never use this power supply to power CB, NB, or SBC control devices, or any other equipment, because
it is possible that the other equipment may be connected to Earth or Ground.
24 V AC/DC
19.5 V DC

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4. Connect and configure devices using the RS485 ports.
Note: The RS485 voltage surge protector, order code 1S9NT106 , is approximately 20 mm (0.8”) wide x 50
mm (20”) long.
Two of these parts are shipped with each NEXUS Series device and for warranty purposes must be
installed as described below.
Each RS485 cable must be plugged into a surge protector, and the protector plugged into one of the
NEXUS Series device’s RS485 ports:
Additional units can be ordered if required, in packs of two.
Note: Turnonthecorrespondingdipswitchestoenablethenetwork bias and termination.
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MOUNTING THE NEXUS SERIES DEVICE ON THE WALL
You can mount the NEXUS Series device on a wall by using mounting brackets (sold separately).
1. Secure the two mounting brackets to the back of the
NEXUS Series device by using four screws.
2. Drill four holes in the wall that correspond to the holes
in the mounting bracket, then place the NEXUS Series
device against the wall and align the holes in the
mounting brackets with the holes in the wall.
3. Tighten the screws to secure the NEXUS Series device to
the wall.

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MOUNTING THE NEXUS SERIES DEVICE ON A DIN RAIL
The NEXUS Series device can be mounted on a DIN rail. The DIN rail bracket mounts to the back of the NEXUS Series
device.
1. Align the screw holes on the DIN rail mount to
the back of the NEXUS Series device, place the
screws on the DIN rail mount and secure it to
the NEXUS Series device.
4. Pull down on the tab to release the latch on the
DIN rail mount.
5. Mount the NEXUS Series device on a DIN rail.
6. Secure the NEXUS Series device to the DIN rail
by pressing the latch.

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SECTION 3 : DETAILED
ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS

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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Volume (Liters)
3.167 liters
Weight
3.0 kg (6.6 lb)
Height
228.4 mm (8.99 in)
Width
216 mm (8.50 in)
Depth
64.20 mm (2.52 in)
Note: The dimensions for the enclosure do not include the latches and wall bracket on the back of the
enclosure. The wall bracket adds 5 mm (0.04 inches) to the depth.
PACKAGING DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Height
344 mm (13.56 in)
Width
295 mm (11.63 in)
Depth
156 mm (6.13 in)
Shipping weight
(includes packaging materials)
3.8 kg (8.38 lb)
MOUNTING DIMENSIONS
Height
246 mm (9.69 in)
Width
228.4 mm (8.99 in)
Depth
72.7 mm (2.86 in)