echoflex ElahoAccess Interface User manual

Echoflex Installation Guide
ElahoAccess Interface
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8186M2143 nRevision A nReleased 2018-09
Overview
The ElahoAccess Interface is a wall mounted device that works in conjunction
with the ElahoAccess Mobile App. The Interface uses Bluetooth®Smart (aka
Bluetooth Low Energy or BLE) wireless technology to provide access to the
Elaho control system. Use the Interface and the mobile app together to
wirelessly configure and control your Elaho Presets, Spaces, Zones, and
devices.
Prepare for installation
wall plate
alignment
bracket
interface
Included in shipment
The ElahoAccess Interface ships
with:
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interface assembly
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decorator style wall plate
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24 VDC power pigtail
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EchoConnect pigtail
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metal alignment bracket
Specification
Installation Environment
For indoor, commercial controls use only. Take the following guidelines into
account when choosing a mounting location:
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Indoor installation only - 0-50deg C, 5-95% non-condensing humidity
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Echoflex recommends a wireless operating distance of no more than
30' (9.1m) between the ElahoAccess Interface and the mobile device
running the ElahoAccess Mobile App.
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Obstacles reduce the wireless transmission distance. When possible,
avoid transmitting through walls, ceilings, etc.
Compliance
UL/cUL listed, CE compliant, WEEE and ROHS marked, FCC compliant for
conducted and radiated emissions and compliant with FCC requirements of
third party RF transmitters, BlueTooth SIG compliant (see Bluetooth on
page7).

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Electrical Requirements
The ElahoAccess Interface requires 24 VDC (Class 2) power, supplied by an
external 24 VDC power supply. Termination for this connected is provided on
a removable pluggable connector, accepting 26-14AWG (0.4-2.5 mm2) wires,
typically a black and red wire pair.
Note: NEC Class 2 product to be wired in accordance to NEC Article
725 and local jurisdiction requirements.
EchoConnect
The Interface connects to the EchoConnect station communication bus.
EchoConnect is a bidirectional protocol that uses one pair of wires (data+ and
data-). Echoflex recommends using Belden 8471 (or approved equal) Class 2
wire. The total combined length of an EchoConnect wire run (using Belden
8471, or equal) may not exceed 1,640 feet (500 m).
Note: All control wiring should be installed and terminated by a
qualified installer and should follow standard wiring installation practices.
Leave approximately 8" (20cm) of wiring in the back box for connection
and to allow slack for future service needs.
Note: Echoflex requires that all Elaho stations and devices be grounded
for ESDprotection. Pull an additional 14AWG (2.5 mm2) wire for
grounding when control wires are not installed in grounded metal conduit.
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Installation
Back box
The Interface can be mounted into a single gang RACO 690 back box
(provided by others) or surface mounted back box (sold separately and
available from Echoflex.)
Multi-gang back boxes can be accommodated by using the required metal
alignment bracket. One bracket is included with each Interface.
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For multi-gang installations, multi-gang faceplates are required but
not included.
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You may also use standard third party decorator style faceplates.
Note: Installation must follow all national and local codes for electrical
equipment.
Note: NEC Class 2 product to be wired in accordance to NEC Article
725 and local jurisdiction requirements.
Install the back box plumb and square for best results. Ensure that the back
box is clean and free of obstructions and that all wiring is installed correctly.
Connect Wiring
24 VDC Aux power
red +
black -
EchoConnect
white data +
black data -
Rear view of Interface
ESD ground
1. Pull all required wiring
(EchoConnect data+, data- and
Auxiliary power positive and
negative 24 VDC) into the back
box. As needed, pull an additional
ESD ground wire (required only
when the Interface is not
installed in grounded metal
conduit).
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2. Connect Interface ESD ground wire pigtail.
a. Strip 7/16” (11 mm) of insulation from the ends of the Interface
ground wire pigtail, provided in the termination kit, and the
incoming ground wire.
b. Use one WAGO 221 Series LEVER-NUTS®, provided in the
termination kit, to connect the Interface ESD ground pigtail and
the incoming ground. For Interfaces using grounded metal
conduit, connect the ground pigtail to the metal back box ground
location.
c. Install the ESD ground wire pigtail FASTON connector to the
mating receptacle on the Interface electronics.
3. Terminate EchoConnect wires. EchoConnect is topology free, you may
install the wires in any combination of bus, star, loop, or home-run.
a. Strip 7/16” (11 mm) from the ends of each EchoConnect power
pigtail wire (black and white wire pair), provided in the
termination kit, and the installed control wires.
b. Use the WAGO connectors provided to connect the EchoConnect
pigtail wires and the installed Belden 8471 control wires. One
WAGO should be used for the white wire pair (data +) and one
for the black wire pair (data -). Open the terminal levers on the
WAGO connector and insert the installed Belden 8471 wire and
the lead from the power pigtail into the terminals then close the
levers.
c. Install the two pin connector from the EchoConnect pigtail to the
mating receptacle on the station electronics.
4. Terminate power supply wiring (24 VDC Auxiliary) wiring.
a. Strip 7/16” (11 mm) from the ends of each Auxiliary power
pigtail wire (black and red wire pair), provided in the termination
kit, and the installed power wires.
b. Use the WAGO connectors provided to connect the Auxiliary
pigtail wires and the power wires. One WAGO should be used
for the red wire pair (positive+) and one for the black wire pair
(negative -). Open the terminal levers on the WAGO connector
and insert the installed wire and the lead from the power pigtail
into the terminals then close the levers.
c. Install the two pin connector from the EchoConnect pigtail to the
mating receptacle on the station electronics.
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Note: When using Category 5 (or equivalent) cable on the EchoConnect
communication bus, please note the following:
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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.
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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.
Install the Interface
Receptacle spacers are
provided to help align the
Interface and cover flush
against the wall in flush
mount application. The
spacers are not required
when installing the
Interface in a surface
mounted box.
1. Insert the Interface electronics and wiring into the back box. To install
multiple Elaho products (multi-gang), insert the Interface electronics
into the back box from the right to the left side for the best alignment
and fit. The alignment bracket will slightly overlap the Interface to the
right when properly installed.
a. Use spacers as needed to provide a flush mounted Interface.
b. Fold the spacer in a zig-zag fashion and press the stack together
to achieve the thickness needed to fill the gap between the
Interface, wall surface, and the back box.
c. Cut off and discard the excess.
d. Place the stack between the Interface electronics and the flush
mounted back box.
2. Secure each Interface electronics in place using the two screws
provided. If using spacers, insert the screws through the spacers as
well.
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Interface LEDs
Power - The top blue LED lights when the device has power
Bluetooth - The bottom yellow LED lights and blinks when an active
Bluetooth radio is paired with a mobile device.
Note: For more information on configuring devices via Bluetooth
connection, see the ElahoAccess Mobile App integrated help system.
Additional information on Elaho Systems is available at
www.echoflexsolutions.com.
Install the wall plate
The wall plate is secured to the Interface with magnets that are assembled to
the wall plate.
1. Align the top of the wall plate to the Interface and angle the bottom
approximately 20 degrees.
2. Hook the top of the wall plate to the tabs located on the Interface
electronics assembly. To ensure the wall plate is hooked properly on
the top hook, wiggle it slightly side to side.
3. Swing the bottom of the wall plate down until the magnets engage.
4. If the wall plate does not fully attach automatically, wiggle the bottom
of the plate until all of the magnets are seated properly to the
Interface and the plate is secure.
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Note: When installing a multi-gang wall plate to Elaho products: if the
Elaho product is not aligned with the back box, the wall plate will not
attach properly.
Loosen the screws that secure the Elaho product to the back box, adjust
each product to improve the alignment, secure the screws, then retry wall
plate installation.
Bluetooth
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
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