
4 Description
Pyranometer KNX PY • Status: 08.03.2016 • Technical changes reserved. Errors reserved.
1. Description
The Pyranometer KNX PY measures global irradiance, which is perceived as heat.
The measured current irradiance (watts per squaremetre) allows for drawing conclu-
sions on the energy input to an area during a defined period of time (kilowatt hours per
squaremetre). Both values can be read out by the KNX PY. Four switching outputs
with adjustable threshold values as well as additional AND and OR logic gates are
available.The sensor system, the evaluation electronics and the electronics of the bus
connection are mounted in a compact housing.
Functions:
•Measurement of global irradiance: The current irradiance is measured
(W/m²). The energy input to an area during a defined period of time can be read
out (kWh/m²)
•4 switching outputs with adjustable threshold values (Threshold values can
be set by parameter or via communication objects)
•2 AND and 2 OR logic gates with each 4 inputs. Every switching incident as
well as 8 logic inputs (in the form of communication objects) may be used as
inputs for the logic gates. The output of each gate may optionally be configured
as 1 bit or 2 x 8 bits
Configuration is made using the KNX software ETS. The product file can be down-
loaded from the Elsner Elektronik homepage on www.elsner-elektronik.de in the
“Service” menu.
1.1. Scope of delivery
• Pyranometer with combined wall/pole mounting
• 2 mounting brackets for pole mounting (Ø 40-60 mm)
1.2. Technical specifications
Housing Plastic material
Colour White / Transparent
Mounting On-wall
Protection category IP 44
Dimensions approx. 96 × 77 × 118 (W × H × D, mm)
Weight approx. 145 g
Ambient temperature Operation -25…+85°C, storage -30…+85°C
Operating voltage KNX bus voltage
Bus current max. 7 mA,
max. 10 mA when programming LED is active
Data output KNX +/- bus terminal plug
BCU type Own micro controller
PEI type 0
Group addresses max. 200