MDT SCN-DTSEN1.01 User manual

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Twilight-/Temperature Sensor KNX
SCN-DTSEN1.01
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1 Content
1Content............................................................................................................................2
2Overview .........................................................................................................................3
2.1 Overview devices.................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Functions .............................................................................................................................. 4
2.3 Exemplary Circuit Diagram ................................................................................................... 4
2.4 Structure & Handling ............................................................................................................ 5
2.5 Commissioning ..................................................................................................................... 5
3Communication objects ....................................................................................................6
3.1 Standard settings of the communication objects................................................................. 6
4Reference ETS-Parameter ................................................................................................7
4.1 General Settings ................................................................................................................... 7
4.2 Light sensor........................................................................................................................... 8
4.3 Twilight sensor....................................................................................................................11
4.4 Temperature sensor ........................................................................................................... 13
5Index............................................................................................................................. 16
5.1 Register of illustrations.......................................................................................................16
5.2 List of tables........................................................................................................................ 16
6Appendix ....................................................................................................................... 17
6.1 Statutory requirements ...................................................................................................... 17
6.2 Disposal .............................................................................................................................. 17
6.3 Assembly ............................................................................................................................ 17
6.4 History................................................................................................................................. 17

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2 Overview
2.1 Overview devices
The description refers to the following devices (order number in bold):
•SCN- DTSEN1.01 Twilight sensor/Temperature sensor KNX
oLight sensor for detection of twilight and brightness
oTemperature sensor to measure the outside temperature

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2.2 Functions
Light sensor
In addition to the current value in lux, the light sensor provides two separately adjustable threshold
values (1-bit switch or 1-byte scene). The threshold values can be locked by object. Due to the wide
measuring range of up to 100000 lux, the sensor, in combination with an MDT Shutter Actuator, is
also suitable for targeted shading of individual windows or facades.
Twilight sensor
The twilight sensor makes the "Day/Night" object available to the KNX bus via adjustable lux values,
the polarity ("1/0" or "0/1") is adjustable. This means, for example, that the MDT Glass Push Button
II Smart automatically switches to Night mode when it gets dark. Blinds or shutters can be raised or
lowered via the 1-bit switch object with an adjustable delay in the morning and/or evening with the
twilight.
Temperature sensor
The measured outdoor temperature can, as a 2-byte value or via one of the two adjustable
threshold values, for example, block or release the shading of the MDT Shutter Actuators. The
temperature can be displayed in a visualisation or e.g. on the Glass Push Button II Smart.
2.3 Exemplary Circuit Diagram
Figure 1: Exemplary circuit diagram

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2.4 Structure & Handling
The following picture shows the structure of the device (circuit board visible after opening the
cover):
Figure 2: Structure & Handling
1 = Programming button 2 = Programming LED
3 = Bus connection terminal 4 = Brightness sensors
5 = Temperature sensor
2.5 Commissioning
After wiring the unit, the physical address is assigned, and the application is programmed:
(1) Connect the programming interface with the bus, e.g. with MDT USB Interface.
(2) Switch-on bus voltage.
(3) Press the programming button (red programming LED lights up).
(4) Loading the physical address from the ETS software via the interface (red LED goes out as
soon as this has been successfully completed).
(5) Loading the application, with desired parameterization.
(6) If the device is enabled, you can test the requested functions (also possible by using the
ETS-Software).

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3 Communication objects
3.1 Standard settings of the communication objects
Standard settings
No.
Name
Object function
Length
C
R
W
T
U
0
In operation
Status
1 Bit
X
X
X
1
Brightness
Send measured value
2 Byte
X
X
X
2
Brightness
Threshold value 1
1 Bit
1 Byte
X
X
X
3
Brightness
Threshold value 2
1 Bit
1 Byte
X
X
X
4
Brightness
Lock object: Threshold values
1 Bit
X
X
X
5
Twilight
Send measured value
2 Byte
X
X
X
6
Twilight
Switchover Day/Night
1 Bit
X
X
X
7
Twilight
Blinds Up/Down
1 Bit
X
X
X
8
Twilight
Lock object: Blinds Up/Down
1 Bit
X
X
X
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Temperature
Send measured value
2 Byte
X
X
X
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Temperature
Threshold value 1
1 Bit
1 Byte
X
X
X
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Temperature
Threshold value 2
1 Bit
1 Byte
X
X
X
Table 1: Communication objects –Standard settings
The table above shows the preset default settings. The priority of the individual communications
objects and the flags can be adjusted by the user as required. The flags assign the communication
objects their respective tasks in programming, where “C”stands for communication, “R”for read,
“W”for write, “T”for transmit and “U”for update.

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4 Reference ETS-Parameter
4.1 General Settings
The following figure shows the menu for the general settings:
Figure 3: General settings
The following table shows the possible settings:
ETS-Text
Dynamic range
[Default value]
Comment
Startup time
0 … 240 s
[1 s]
Sets the time between restart and
functional start-up of the device.
Send „In operation“ cyclically
not active
10 min –24 h
Activation of a cyclic "in operation"
telegram.
Light sensor
•not active
•active
Activation/deactivation of the menu
for the light sensor.
Twilight sensor
•not active
•active
Activation/deactivation of the menu
for the twilight sensor.
Temperature sensor
•not active
•active
Activation/deactivation of the menu
for the temperature sensor.
Table 2: General settings
Startup time
This time defines when the unit "boots up" after a restart (reset, reprogramming, bus voltage
recovery). This can be important if, for example, a bus reset is carried out. If there are many units
on a line, all units would start at the same time and load the bus. With a variable time, the units can
thus start differently.
„In operation“
The "In operation" object is used to show on the bus that the unit is "alive". If activated, an “ON”
telegram is sent cyclically.
Activating the various sensors opens a corresponding menu in each case, in which they can then be
individually set.
The table shows the general communications objects:
Number
Name/Object function
Length
Usage
0
In operation –Status
1 Bit
Sending a cyclic "In operation" telegram
Table 3: General communication object

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4.2 Light sensor
The following settings are available for this menu:
Figure 4: Settings –Light sensor
The following table shows the possible settings:
ETS-Text
Dynamic range
[Default value]
Comment
Send measured value
•not active, only on request
•on change
•cyclic
•on change and cyclic
Setting of the sending condition for
the measured value.
Send on change of …
•10%
•20%
•30%
Setting at which change the measured
value should be sent.
Only with selection "on change ..."
Send cyclically
every …
10 s –60 min
[5 min]
Setting whether and at what interval
the measured value is sent cyclically.
Only with selection „… cyclic“.

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Threshold value 1 / 2
•not active
•twilight 10-1000 Lux
•brightness 1-10 kLux
Activation of a threshold value and
within which range this should be set.
Upper limit
1 … 100 (x 10 Lux)
[10]
[20]
(x 10 Lux) with selection "twilight"
Setting of the upper limit for the
threshold value.
(kLux) with selection „brightness“.
1 … 100 (kLux)
[35]
[40]
Minimum duration of
exceedance
not active, 10 s –60 min
[10 min]
Setting for how long the upper limit
value must be exceeded at least to
trigger a telegram.
Lower limit
1 … 100 (x 10 Lux)
[5]
[15]
(x 10 Lux) with selection "twilight"
Setting of the lower limit for the
threshold value.
(kLux) with selection „brightness“.
1 … 100 (kLux)
[30]
[35]
Minimum duration of
undercutting
not active, 10 s –60 min
[30 min]
Setting for how long the value must
fall below the lower limit value to
trigger a telegram.
Datapoint type
•1 Bit DPT 1.001 Switch
•1 Byte DPT 17.001 Scene
number
Setting of the datapoint type that is to
be sent when exceeding or
undercutting.
Value when
exceeded
•not active
•ON
•OFF
Setting of the value to be sent when
the corresponding threshold value is
exceeded/undercut.
For DPT "Switch".
Value when
undercut
•not active
•ON
•OFF
Scene number when
exceeded
1 –64
[1]
Setting of the scene to be sent when
the corresponding threshold value is
exceeded/undercut.
For DPT „Scene number“.
Scene number when
undercut
1 –64
[2]
Send cyclically
every …
not active, 10 s –60 min
Setting whether and at what interval
the value or scene is to be sent
cyclically.
Reacts to lock object:
Threshold values
•not active
•active
Setting, if the threshold value reacts to
the lock object.
Table 4: Settings –Light sensor
Send measured value
By setting "not active, only on request", the measured value is not actively sent, but can be
queried externally via object. "on change" means that the measured value is actively sent on the
bus on a change. The value at which change is to be sent is defined with the setting under "Send on
change of ...".
The "cyclic" setting can be used to set the intervals at which the current measured value is to be
sent. It is also sent if the value has not changed.
With the selection "on change and cyclic", both settings are reacted to accordingly.

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Threshold value 1 / 2
Two threshold values can be configured independently of each other. It is possible to adjust the
resolution of the brightness range. With the setting "twilight 10-1000 Lux", a threshold value can
be finely adjusted in a range of less than 1000 Lux (typical range for twilight).
With the setting "brightness 1-100 kLux", a threshold value can be set in a range from 1000 lux to
100000 lux (typical values for sunlight).
The threshold value is determined by one value each for the "Upper limit" and the "Lower limit".
To avoid frequent triggering, a minimum time can be set for exceeding and falling below the
threshold. This means that the set limit value must be permanently exceeded/undercut for this
time before a telegram is sent.
This avoids, for example, frequent movement of the sunshade when a cloud only darkens for a
short time.
Datapoint type
The selected datapoint type determines whether either “ON”or “OFF”telegrams (1 bit) or scenes
(1 byte) are sent when the threshold value is exceeded/undercut.
The determination is made via the parameters "Value/Scene number when exceeded/undercut".
In addition, it can be determined whether the telegrams are to be sent cyclically.
Reacts to lock object: Threshold values
The communication object 4 "Lock object: Threshold values" is permanently displayed. For both
threshold values, it can be decided in each case whether this should react to the lock object.
Example:
Set the parameter for threshold value 1 to "active" and for threshold value 2 to "not active".
If a "1" is now sent to the lock object, the lock only affects threshold value 1.
The lock is cancelled with a "0".
The following table shows the associated communication objects:
Number
Name/Object function
Length
Usage
1
Brightness –Send measured value
2 Byte
Sending the current measured value
2
Brightness –Threshold value 1
1 Bit
1 Byte
Sends a telegram when threshold value
1 is exceeded/undercut.
DTP depending on parameter setting.
3
Brightness –Threshold value 2
1 Bit
1 Byte
Sends a telegram when threshold value
2 is exceeded/undercut.
DTP depending on parameter setting.
4
Brightness –Lock object: Threshold
values
1 Bit
Set/unset a lock
Table 5: Communication objects –Light sensor

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4.3 Twilight sensor
The following settings are available:
Figure 5: Settings –Twilight sensor
The table shows the possible settings:
ETS-Text
Dynamic range
[Default value]
Comment
Send measured value
•not active, only on request
•on change
•cyclic
•on change and cyclic
Setting of the sending condition for
the measured value.
Send on change of …
•10%
•20%
•30%
Setting at which change the measured
value should be sent.
Only with selection "on change ..."
Send cyclically
every …
10 s –60 min
[5 min]
Setting whether and at what interval
the measured value is sent cyclically.
Only with selection „… cyclic“.
Day/Night switchover /
Blinds control
•not active
•active
Activation of the function for
"Day/Night" switchover and a delayed
blinds movement.
„Day“ if greater
than …
20 –950 Lux
[380]
Setting of the upper limit for the
threshold value.
„Night“ if less
than …
0 –200 Lux
[10]
Setting of the lower limit for the
threshold value.
Send cyclically
every …
not active, 10 s –60 min
Setting whether and at what interval
the measured value is sent cyclically.

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Day/Night object
•not active
•Day=1 Night=0
•Day=0 Night=1
Activation and setting of the polarity of
the Day/Night object.
Object for blinds
control
•not active
•active
Activates the movement function of
the blinds/shutter depending on
Day/Night.
Delay after change
to „Day”
no function
1min –60min
Setting whether and with what time a
drive-up should be started after
switching to "Day".
Delay after change
to „Night”
no function
1min –60min
Setting whether and with what time a
downward movement is to be started
after switching to "Night".
Table 6: Settings –Twilight sensor
Send measured value
By setting "not active, only on request", the measured value is not actively sent, but can be
queried externally via object. "on change" means that the measured value is actively sent on the
bus on a change. The value at which change is to be sent is defined with the setting under "Send on
change of ...". The "cyclic" setting can be used to set the intervals at which the current measured
value is to be sent. It is also sent if the value has not changed.
With the selection "on change and cyclic", both settings are reacted to accordingly.
Day/Night switchover / Blinds control
With the activation of the "Day/Night switchover", further settings can subsequently be made. "Day
if greater than" determines the threshold above which the unit switches to "Day" mode. "Night if
less than" determines the threshold below which the unit switches to "Night" mode.
After a switchover, the unit remains in the corresponding operating mode until the other threshold
is undercut or exceeded.
Furthermore, the current status can be sent cyclically to the bus when activated.
Day/Night object
When activated, a separate communication object appears and the polarity can be set at the same
time via the parameter. The current status of "Day/Night" is sent to the bus via the object.
Object for blinds control
With activation of the function, it is possible to send delayed telegrams after Day/Night switchover
via a separate object. On the one hand, a delay for starting an upward movement can be set when
switching to "Day" and a delay for a downward movement can be set when switching to "Night".
If the setting is "no function", no telegram is sent.
A "1" on the "Lock object: Blinds Up/Down" locks the function, a "0" removes the lock.
Important: When changing to "Day" a "0" is always sent, when changing to "Night" a "0" is always
sent. This can also be used, for example, to switch the outdoor lighting On/Off.
The following table shows the available communication objects:
Number
Name/Object function
Length
Usage
5
Twilight –Send measured value
2 Byte
Sending the current measured value
6
Twilight –Switchover Day/Night
1 Bit
For switchover between Day and Night
operation. Polarity according to parameter.
7
Twilight –Blinds Up/Down
1 Bit
Moving object for the blind/shutter
8
Twilight –
Lock object: Blinds Up/Down
1 Bit
Locking the up/down movement
Table 7: Communication objects –Twilight sensor

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4.4 Temperature sensor
The following settings are available:
Figure 6: Settings –Temperature sensor
The table shows the possible settings:
ETS-Text
Dynamic range
[Default value]
Comment
Send measured value
•not active, only on request
•on change
•cyclic
•on change and cyclic
Setting of the sending condition for
the measured value.
Send on change of …
•10%
•20%
30%
Setting at which change the measured
value should be sent.
Only with selection "on change ..."
Send cyclically
every …
10 s –60 min
[5 min]
Setting whether and at what interval
the measured value is sent cyclically.
Only with selection „… cyclic“.
Calibration value for
sensor
(value x 0,1)
-50 –50 K
[0]
Temperature adjustment for internal
sensor.
Smooth measured
value
•low
•normal
•high
Setting for how the measured value
(dependence of brightness on
temperature) is compensated.

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Threshold value 1 / 2
•not active
•active
Activation of a threshold value.
Upper limit
-30 –50 °C
[6]
[40]
Setting of the upper limit for the
threshold value.
Lower limit
-30 –50 °C
[4]
[35]
Setting of the lower limit for the
threshold value.
Datapoint type
•1 Bit DPT 1.001 Switch
•1 Byte DPT 17.001 Scene
number
Setting of the datapoint type that is to
be sent when exceeding or
undercutting.
Value when
exceeded
•not active
•ON
•OFF
Setting of the value to be sent when
the corresponding threshold value is
exceeded/undercut.
For DPT "Switch".
Value when
undercut
•not active
•ON
•OFF
Scene number when
exceeded
1 –64
[1]
Setting of the scene to be sent when
the corresponding threshold value is
exceeded/undercut.
For DPT „Scene number“.
Scene number when
undercut
1 –64
[2]
Send cyclically
every …
not active, 10 s –60 min
Setting whether and at what interval
the value or scene is to be sent
cyclically.
Table 8: Settings –Temperature sensor
Send measured value
By setting "not active, only on request", the measured value is not actively sent, but can be
queried externally via object. "on change" means that the measured value is actively sent on the
bus on a change. The value at which change is to be sent is defined with the setting under "Send on
change of ...".
The "cyclic" setting can be used to set the intervals at which the current measured value is to be
sent. It is also sent if the value has not changed.
With the selection "on change and cyclic", both settings are reacted to accordingly.
With the parameter "Calibration value for sensor" a correction value can be entered. This is used
to increase/decrease the actual measured value. The temperature sensor sends the corrected
temperature value when this function is activated.
Smooth measured value
The brightness affects the temperature (the surface heats up more in direct sunlight than in cloudy
conditions). With a filter function/compensation, this behaviour can be influenced here to avoid
"sudden" changes.
Threshold value 1 / 2
Two threshold values can be configured independently of each other. Each threshold is defined by
one value each for the "Upper limit" and the "Lower limit".
Datapoint type
The selected datapoint type determines whether either “ON” or “OFF” telegrams (1 bit) or scenes
(1 byte) are sent when the threshold value is exceeded/undercut.
The determination is made via the parameters "Value/Scene number when exceeded/undercut".
In addition, it can be determined whether the telegrams are to be sent cyclically.

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The following table shows the available communication objects:
Number
Name/Object function
Length
Usage
9
Temperature –Send measured
value
2 Byte
Sending the current measured value
10
Temperature –Threshold value 1
1 Bit
1 Byte
Sends a telegram when threshold value 1 is
exceeded/undercut.
DTP depending on parameter setting.
11
Temperature –Threshold value 2
1 Bit
1 Byte
Sends a telegram when threshold value 2 is
exceeded/undercut.
DTP depending on parameter setting.
Table 9: Communication objects –Temperature sensor

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5 Index
5.1 Register of illustrations
Figure 1: Exemplary circuit diagram..................................................................................................... 4
Figure 2: Structure & Handling ............................................................................................................. 5
Figure 3: General settings .................................................................................................................... 7
Figure 4: Settings –Light sensor .......................................................................................................... 8
Figure 5: Settings –Twilight sensor ...................................................................................................11
Figure 6: Settings –Temperature sensor ...........................................................................................13
5.2 List of tables
Table 1: Communication objects –Standard settings ......................................................................... 6
Table 2: General settings...................................................................................................................... 7
Table 3: General communication object .............................................................................................. 7
Table 4: Settings –Light sensor ........................................................................................................... 9
Table 5: Communication objects –Light sensor ................................................................................10
Table 6: Settings –Twilight sensor .................................................................................................... 12
Table 7: Communication objects –Twilight sensor ...........................................................................12
Table 8: Settings –Temperature sensor ............................................................................................14
Table 9: Communication objects –Temperature sensor ...................................................................15

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6 Appendix
6.1 Statutory requirements
The devices described above must not be used in conjunction with devices which directly or
indirectly serve human, health, or life-safety purposes. Furthermore, the devices described must
not be used if their use may cause danger to people, animals, or property.
Do not leave the packaging material carelessly lying around. Plastic foils/ bags etc. can become a
dangerous toy for children.
6.2 Disposal
Do not dispose of the old devices in the household waste. The device contains electrical
components that must be disposed of as electronic waste. The housing is made of recyclable
plastic.
6.3 Assembly
Danger to life from electric current!
The device may only be installed and connected by qualified electricians. Observe the country-
specific regulations and the applicable KNX guidelines
The units are approved for operation in the EU and bear the CE mark. Use in the USA and Canada is
not permitted!
6.4 History
V1.0 First Version of Technical Manual DB V1.0 12/2022