echoflex Elaho E-VAC-SR User manual

Echoflex Installation Guide
Elaho Responsive Vacancy Sensor
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8186M2182 Rev B Released 2020-12
Overview
The Elaho Vacancy Sensor is a ceiling mounted sensor that utilizes passive
infrared (PIR) technology, providing reliable vacancy detection for lighting
control. The sensor relies on local station control for manual on and provides
auto off functionality upon detection of vacancy.
The Vacancy Sensor provides 360 degree coverage of the installed location
and is available in these models:
Model Coverage m2Coverage ft2
E-VAC-SR
SmallRoom
41.8m2at2.4m 450 ft2at 8 ft
74.3 m2at 6.7 m 800 ft2at 12 ft
E-VAC
LargeRoom
167 m2at 2.4 m 1,800 ft2at 8 ft
279 m2at 6.7 m 3,000 ft2at 12 ft
E-VAC-HC
HighCeiling
28 m2at 2.4 m 300 ft2at 10 ft
650 m2at 12.2 m 7,000 ft2at 40 ft
Field-installed lens masks are provided to allow customized occupancy
detection fields for each sensor lens type.
Custom Configuration
This document guides you through the installation and local DIP switch setup
of the sensor. For more detailed information about custom configuration
options available using ElahoAccess, see the ElahoAccess App integrated help
system.
Note: To use the configuration settings applied using ElahoAccess,
DIP switch 2 must be enabled. See DIP Switch Settings on page8.

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Prepare for Installation
Ceiling-mount sensors are intended for installation to a finished ceiling
surface, soft ceiling tile mounted, or attached to a round or octagonal fixture
junction box.
Compliance
•
cULus Listed
•
CE compliant
For use with Echoflex Elaho Control Systems, powered by an Elaho station
power supply.
Environment
Ambient
For indoor, commercial controls use only. Operating temperature 0-40°C
(32-104°F), humidity maximum 90%(non-condensing).
Location
Echoflex recommends paying special attention to the installation
environment:
•
The sensor must have an unobstructed view of the room. Do not
mount behind or near tall cabinets, shelves, hanging light fixtures, etc.
•
Do not install the sensor within eight feet from an HVAC airflow
duct/vent.
•
Install the sensor where it cannot easily sense movement in areas
outside of the intended space, such as hallways, glass partitions, or
adjacent rooms. If the installation location cannot avoid these
conditions, portions of the lens can be masked to block the sensor
view of these undesired areas. See Lens Masking on page11 .
Wire Specification
The Vacancy Sensor connects to the EchoConnect communication bus.
EchoConnect is a bi-directional protocol that uses one pair of wires (data+
and data-) for both data and power. Echoflex recommends using Belden
8471 Class 2 wire (or approved equal - see the Echoflex cable cross database
echoflexsolutions.com/files/Elaho_Data_Cable_Wire_Specs for equal
alternatives). The total combined length of an EchoConnect wire run using
Belden 8471 may not exceed 500m (1,640ft), with a maximum distance of
400m(1,312ft) between any two devices.
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Note: All control wiring should be installed and terminated by a
qualified installer and should follow standard wiring installation
practices. Leave approximately 25.4cm (10in) of wiring in the back
box for connection and to allow slack for future service needs.
Note: Echoflex requires that all stations and devices be grounded for
ESDprotection. Pull an additional 2.5 mm2(14AWG) wire for
grounding when control wires are not installed in grounded metal
conduit.
Note: When using Category 5 (or equivalent) cable on the
EchoConnect communication bus, please note the following:
•
Cat5 wiring must be terminated using EchoConnect Cat5
Termination Kit and must be installed using a bus topology.
Refer to the installation guide that is provided with the Cat5
Termination Kit (8186A1207) for information to terminate
Cat5 wiring.
•
Not all topologies are supported using Cat5; careful planning
is required to ensure the proper termination kits are available
and the wire is pulled appropriately.
Supplies
The following supplies are provided with the sensor:
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EchoConnect and ESD ground wire pigtails
•
Soft ceiling tile adapter
•
Mounting screws, 8-32 x 1 3/4”
•
Lens masks
Installation
Note: Installation must follow all national and local codes for
electrical equipment. NEC Class 2 product to be wired in accordance
to NEC Article 725 and local jurisdiction requirements.
The ceiling-mount sensor is provided with a mounting plate that can be
mounted to a junction box, finished ceiling, or soft ceiling tile. Determine the
installation method and follow the detailed instructions:
•
Junction Box or Surface Installation on the next page
•
Soft Ceiling Tile Installation on page5
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Junction Box or Surface Installation
Terminate
wires here
1. Pull the Belden 8471 (or
equivalent) and one 2.5mm2
(14AWG) ground wire to the
mounting location (junction
box or finished surface).
2. If you are installing the
sensor in series with other
sensors or stations
(continuing the data run),
use the provided
EchoConnect and
ESDground wire pigtails.
Termination connectors are
not provided. If you are not continuing the data run, direct
termination to the sensor controller is recommended, skip this step
and proceed to step3.
a. Strip each wire to the appropriate length, depending on the wire
nut or other termination used (wire nuts are not provided).
b. Twist the incoming data-EchoConnect wire(typically black) and
the data-wire(black) from the EchoConnect pigtail as well as any
continuing data-EchoConnect wire together and secure with a
wire nut.
c. Repeat the above step for the data+EchoConnect wire(typically
white) and for the ESD ground wire (typically green/yellow), using
a new wire nut for each termination type.
3. Orient the flat side of the mounting plate to the junction box and pull
the EchoConnect wires or terminated pigtail from the junction box
through the provided holes near the center of the mounting plate.
4. Secure the mounting plate to the junction box using the screws
provided.
5. Terminate EchoConnect and ESD ground wires to the terminal block
on the sensor controller. Torque each terminal 3.1-3.5in-lb.
a. Strip each wire 8mm (5/16in).
b. Insert the data+ (typically white)EchoConnect wire into the
data+ terminal and secure.
c. Insert the data- (typically black) EchoConnect wire to the data-
terminal and secure.
d. Insert the green/yellow (ground) wire into the ground terminal
and secure.
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6. Attach the sensor to the mounting plate by aligning the tabs on the
sensor with the slots on the mounting plate, and then twist clockwise
until the two are secured in place.
Soft Ceiling Tile Installation
EchoConnect and
Ground wire pigtails
optional
Ceiling tile
adapter
Terminate
wires here
Ceiling tile
1. Pull the Belden 8471 (or equivalent) and 2.5mm2(14AWG) ) ground
wire to the mounting location and strip each wire to the appropriate
length. The strip length is dependent on the wire nut or other
termination connector used (wire nuts are not provided).
2. If you are installing the sensor in series with other sensors or
stations (continuing the data run), use the provided EchoConnect and
ESDground wire pigtails. Termination connectors are not provided. If
you are not continuing the data run, direct termination to the
sensor controller is recommended, skip this step and proceed to
step3.
a. Strip each wire to the appropriate length, depending on the wire
nut or other termination used (wire nuts are not provided).
b. Twist the incoming data-EchoConnect wire(typically black) and
the data-wire(black) from the EchoConnect pigtail as well as any
continuing data-EchoConnect wire together and secure with a
wire nut.
c. Repeat the above step for the data+EchoConnect wire(typically
white) and for the ESD ground wire (typically green/yellow), using
a new wire nut for each termination type.
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3. Prepare the ceiling tile.
a. Align the flat side of the sensor mounting plate to the finished
side of the ceiling tile and mark the center access hole for wire
pass-through.
b. Remove the ceiling tile material from marked access hole.
c. Pull the sensor wires through the access holes to the unfinished
side of the ceiling tile.
4. Secure the sensor mounting plate in place.
a. Insert the soft ceiling tile adapter through the pinholes on the
mounting plate.
b. Push the adapter through the ceiling tile, and then bend each
tine over in opposite directions for a secure fit on the unfinished
side of the ceiling tile.
5. Terminate EchoConnect and ESD ground wires to the terminal block
on the sensor controller. Torque each terminal 3.1-3.5in-lb.
a. Strip each wire 8mm (5/16in).
b. Insert the data+ EchoConnect wire (typically white)into the
data+ terminal and secure.
c. Insert the data- EchoConnect wire (typically black) to the data-
terminal and secure.
d. Insert the ESD ground wire (typically green/yellow) into the
ground terminal and secure.
6. Attach the sensor to the mounting plate by aligning the tabs on the
sensor with the slots on the mounting plate, and then twist clockwise
until the two are secured in place.
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Settings
The Elaho Responsive
Vacancy Sensor participates
in an Elaho control system
using the configured Space
and Address, which are
selectable using the rotary
switches on the sensor
electronics.
DIPswitches, also located on
the sensor electronics, set
the sensor functionality.
Note: When the sensor is placed into Custom configuration mode,
DIP switch 2 set to On, all other DIP switch settings are ignored.
Note: The [MODE] and Auxiliary [A] buttons, and their related LEDs,
are not used and have no functionality on the Responsive Vacancy
Sensor.
Set Space and Address
Two rotary switches on the sensor electronics provide for Space and Address
assignment for the sensor. By default, these switches are set to Space1,
Address1. Commands are shared by all devices within a given space.
1. Set the Space rotary switch to the desired number (1 through 16) for
the space you want the sensor to control.
2. Set the Address rotary switch to desired address (1 through 16) for the
sensor identification in the selected space.
Note: Do not duplicate a device Address within the same Space.
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DIP Switch Settings
DIP switches on the sensor electronics provide for additional configuration
options including Use Custom Config, Vacancy Timeout, Enable/Disable PIR
detection LED, and the ability to restore the sensor to its factory defaults.
Switch # Use
1Unused (leave Off)
2Enable/Disable Custom Config Mode
•
When “Custom Config” is set to Off (also known as Basic
configuration mode), local DIP switch settings for Vacancy
Timeout and Enable PIR LED are used. See Configuration
on page 9 .
•
When “Custom Config” is set to On, all other local DIP
switch settings are ignored. Instead, the settings made by
the ElahoAccess App are used.
3 and 4 Vacancy Timeout
•
5 min = Switches 3 and 4 are Off
•
15 min = Switch 3 is Off and Switch 4 is On (default)
•
30 min = Switch 3 is On and Switch 4 is Off
•
Auto = Both switches are On (See Vacancy Timeout on
page10 .)
5PIRDetection LED
•
When set to On (default), the occupancy detection LED
illuminates the lens when movement is detected.
•
When set to Off, the occupancy detection LED is disabled
unless the unit is in Walk Test mode.
6Unused (leave Off)
7Unused (leave Off)
8Restore to Defaults at boot
•
When set to On and power is cycled to the sensor, the
unit restores to its factory default settings.
•
Off is the default setting.
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Power Up
All EchoConnect terminations in the system must be made before applying
power to the system and sensor. When the sensor is powered up, the PIR LED
illuminates for one minute for calibration and warm-up. The PIR detection
features of the sensor will automatically adjust the sensitivity threshold to
eliminate nuisance tripping. During this time configuration is not allowed
and no events are triggered.
Configuration
Basic
When the sensor is in Basic configuration mode (DIP switch 2 set to Off), the
sensor will activate a Space Off command when vacancy is detected.
Custom
When functionality other than Space Off is required, place the sensor in
Custom configuration mode (DIP switch 2 set to On). Customization of the
sensor and all actions are configured using the ElahoAccess App.
For more detailed information about custom configuration options available
using ElahoAccess, see the ElahoAccess App integrated help system.
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Operation
•
When the space is vacant, manual control can switch the state to
occupied.
•
When the space is occupied, PIRdetection and manual control can
reset the vacancy timeout.
Vacancy Timeout
Vacancy timeout is the amount of time the sensor waits to take action after
no movement is detected. By default, vacancy timeout is set to 15 minutes
(indicated by DIP switch 3 set to Off and 4 set to On; see DIP Switch Settings
on page8 ). When the vacancy timeout ends, the grace period begins.
When the sensor detects vacancy, the vacancy timeout period begins. If the
sensor does not detect occupancy again during the vacancy timeout period,
the lights turn off and a 30 second grace period begins.
Grace Period
The sensor features a 30 second grace period after a vacancy timeout occurs.
During this grace period, if the sensor detects occupancy, it will turn on or
restore the previous lighting condition.
Auto Vacancy Timeout
The “Auto” vacancy timeout setting varies the vacancy timeout between
5 and 30 minutes depending on how often it identifies an occupancy trigger
after a vacancy timeout occurs (during the grace period).
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Walk Test
The sensor offers a Walk Test mode, which shortens the vacancy timer to ten
seconds and allows for simple and quick verification of the sensor’s coverage
and range in the installed space.
Auxiliary
button
Walk Test
button
1. Prepare the site for configuration.
a. Make certain the sensor and lighting loads are powered and
connected for control by the Elaho control system.
b. You will need direct access to the sensor in order to place it into
Walk Test mode.
2. Press the Walk Test button on the sensor to enable the Walk Test
feature. A green LED will flash, indicating Walk Test is enabled and the
vacancy timer will be shortened to ten seconds.
3. Move throughout the space including corners and areas that may be
obscured from line of sight to the sensor. Each time the sensor detects
movement, the lens illuminates red. If acoustic detection is enabled,
any sound detected will illuminate the lens green.
4. Adjust the lens masking, if installed, blocking certain areas of the
installed space from sensor detection. See Lens Masking below .
5. Walk Test mode automatically exits and the sensor returns to normal
operation after five minutes. You can also manually terminate by
pressing the Walk Test button again.
Lens Masking
Lens masks are provided in the packaging for your convenience. Use this to
block a section of the lens from detecting occupancy. To attach, cut to the
desired size, remove the backing and stick it on the sensor lens, covering the
desired sections.
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Sensor Coverage
Small Room Lens
Side View
0
0
1.5 m
5 ft
1.5 m
5 ft
3.0 m
10 ft
3.0 m
10 ft
4.6 m
15 ft
4.6 m
15 ft
6.1 m
20 ft
6.1 m
20 ft
8 ft
2.4 m
10 ft
3.0 m
12 ft
3.7 m
Large RoomLens
Side View
0
8 ft
2.4 m
10 ft
3.0 m
12 ft
3.7 m
0
3.0 m
10 ft
3.0 m
10 ft
6.1 m
20 ft
6.1 m
20 ft
9.1 m
30 ft
9.1 m
30 ft
12.2 m
40 ft
12.2 m
40 ft
High Ceiling Lens
Side View
0
3.0 m
10 ft
3.0 m
10 ft
6.1 m
20 ft
6.1 m
20 ft
9.1 m
30 ft
9.1 m
30 ft
12.2 m
40 ft
12.2 m
40 ft
0
12.2 m
40 ft
9.1 m
30 ft
6.1 m
20 ft
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