Nico Technology 1208L User manual

1208L Analog Input Module User’s Manual
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1208LAnalog Input Module
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This Manual
This manual provides any required information for installation, configuration
and operation of the Nico Technology Ltd. 1208LAnalog Input Module.
It exclusively treats the handling of this device. It neither describes the
LonWorks technology by Echelon nor the LonMark profile implemented in
detail. More specific information concerning these subjects can be found in the
documentation of Echelon (www.echelon.com) and the LonMark
Interoperability Association (www.lonmark.org).
The first part of this manual provides a survey about the device and its
installation in chapters 1 to 3. The 2nd part describes the implemented
application for lighting control and its configuration possibilities. Chapter 4
contains a description of the firmware interface while chapter 5 describes the
implemented LonMark Objects in detail providing an outlook of the individual
objects, their tasks and their relevant configuration parameters.
Chapter 6 explains the basics required to connect the objects to each other.
This manual is relevant for all variants of the Nico Technology Ltd. 1208L
Analog Input Module where applications for building automation control are
implemented.
This documentation is subject to modification at any time without prior advice. Nico does not take over any
responsibility for mistakes or inaccuracies in this documentation and eventually occurring consequences.
In any case Nico as well as its representatives and staff are not reliable for eventual defaults, damages caused
indirectly or during use, occurring due to the use or non-usability of the software or the accompanying documentation.
Nico is a registered trademark of Nico Technology Ltd.
Echelon, LON, LonMark, LonWorks and Neuron are registered trademarks of Echelon Corporation. Other name may
be registered trade marks of the respective companies.

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Contents
Contents ..........................................................................................................3
2 Product Information ..................................................................................4
2.1 Functional Elements.......................................................................4
3 Installation.................................................................................................5
3.1 Warnings........................................................................................5
3.2 Mounting........................................................................................6
3.3 Connections...................................................................................6
3.4 Software Installation.......................................................................7
4 Device Description....................................................................................8
4.1 Hardware Survey ...........................................................................8
4.2 Operation and Display Elements....................................................8
4.3 Connection Pin Assignment...........................................................9
4.4 Wiring Diagram ............................................................................11
4.5 EMC.............................................................................................12
4.6 Technical Specifications...............................................................13
4.7 Dimensions..................................................................................13
5 Application Software for Building Automation Control.............................14
5.1 System Scope..............................................................................14
5.2 Interoperable Interface.................................................................14
6 System Objects.......................................................................................15
6.1 Node Object.................................................................................15
6.2 Analog Input (AI) Object...............................................................16
6.3 Nico Tech. NV Type Translator Object .........................................16
7 Configure 1208L between 0~10VDC and 4~20mA.................................17

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2 Product Information
2.1 Functional Elements
Figure 1.1 1208LAnalog Input Module
No Description
1 Input channels for 0~10VDC or 4~20mA
2,3 24VDC Input power
4 T1,T2 for Connect to LonWorks network
5 24VDC Input power
6 T1,T2 for Connect to LonWorks network
7 24VDC Input power
8 Service Pin button
9 Reset button
A Service Pin LED indicator
B Reset LED indicator

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3 Installation
This chapter first describes the installation of the device; the installation of the
configuration software is described in section 3.4.
3.1 Warnings
Attention
The device must be installed in compliance with the relevant DIN/VDE
regulations or the relevant national standards. The connection to the
supply voltage must be performed in accordance with VDE 0100 and VDE
0160 or the relevant national standards. Installation should perform by
qualified and technical experienced personnel only.
CAUTION
At the connections of the output channels 1 – 4 (Fig. 1.1, terminal 1) and
the power supply (terminals 2, 3, 5, 7) 24VDC main voltage with load
guard band is accessible. The installation of the unit therefore has to be
effected in a switch cabinet or behind a respective cover.

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3.2 Mounting
3.3 Connections
The 1208LAnalog Input Module has to be connected to a 24VDC power
supply and to the LonWorks network.According to the respective
application peripheral equipment has to be connected to outputs.

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Attention
Before connecting peripheral equipment the power supply device has to be
switched off.
The connection is effected by means of the included plug-screw terminals.
Clamping range of the plug-screw terminals:
- DC power and network connections (terminals 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7): 3.0 mm
- Low voltage connections (terminals 1):2.4 mm
The pin assignment of the connections is described in chapter 3.1, also
containing wiring details.
Voltage
The 24 Volt Direct Current connections are through connected in order to
achieve easy wiring.
LonWorks Network
The connection to the LonWorks network is made by means of twisted-pair
cables. The connection “shield” has to be connected to ground in order to
achieve a reliable dissipation of over-voltage on the LON circuits.
Analog Inputs
The actors to be controlled are connected to the 0~10/4~20mA inputs. In each
case the connection is effected terminal 1).
Attention
The 1208L input power supply must be 24VDC power supply only.
3.4 Software Installation
The configuration software of the 1208LAnalog Input Module has to be
installed by starting the program Setup.exe on the data carrier provided. It
suns under Windows 9x/2000 and NT.

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4 Device Description
The 1208L is an Analog Input Module for LonWorks network in building
automation. Its peripheral scope has been specially designed for the use as
temperature or humidity sensor device spreading control of applications such
as valve control or lighting control thru Lux sensor.
For the use in building automation control the 1208LAnalog Input Module
realizes 8 independent input channels.
The LonMark object available per channel flexible use of the 1208L;
Furthermore there are several Network Variable Type Translator functions for
the operation by network variable type translator function. The configuration of
the building automation application is effected via any LonWorks network
management tool.
Of course, the 1208LAnalog Input Module is also freeing programmable in
Neuron C. As a flash module is used the application can be load via the
LonWorks network, making the 1208L an I/O controller, e.g. for detail info
please contact: [email protected]
4.1 Hardware Survey
The 1208LAnalog Input Module disposes of eight output circuit for each.
The output circuit can be accept individually input 0~10VDC or 4~20mA
single.
4.2 Operation and Display Elements
The 1208LAnalog Input Module is fitted with a service button accessible
via a small gap on the front panel (see Figure. 1.1, 8).Activation of the
buttons generates a service-pin message transmitted via the LonWorks
network. The processor status as well as the service-pin status are
displayed by the service LED (figure. 1.1,A), which is on while the service
button is activated. By use the network management function Wink the
service LED flashes.
Furthermore the 1208LAnalog Input Module is fitted with a reset LED
(figure. 1.1, B), displaying the availability of device occur reset. The LED is
connection to an I/O pin of the Neuron chip processor.

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4.3 Connection Pin Assignment
The following tables show the connector pin assignment of the individual
connectors. Connections the 1marking cf. Figure. 1.1 On previously page.
In each clamp block pin 1 is situated on the left. For further wiring
information see figure 3.2.
LonWorks Network Connection
The double-core bus line can be connection either to LON Aor to LON B.
No polarity has to be considered by connecting the LonWorks network.
Figure 3.1 Connector pin assignment LonWorks network

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Output circuit
Figure 3.2 Connector pin assignment output circuit.
Power Supply
The 1208LAnalog Input Module has to be connected via connector 2, 3, 5,
7 to 24VDC main voltage. Also see figure. 1.1.
Figure 3.3 Connector pin for Power Supply near output channels side
Figure 3.4 Connector pin for Power Supply other side

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4.4 Wiring Diagram
Figure 3.5 Connecting to 1208L
Figure 3.6 Connecting to other one of 1208L or LonWorks device

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4.5 EMC
The 1208LAnalog Input Module is a CE certified device according to the
regulation 89/336/EEC for electron magnetic compatibility, modified by
92/31/EEC”. Concerning the emission it fulfills classification B (living area)
according to EN 55022A/B, EN 55011 A/B and EN 50081-1/2 and,
concerning the interference sensibility, classification A (industrial area)
according to EN 50082-2.

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4.6 Technical Specifications
CPU Echelon Neuron 3150,10MHz
Memory 64Kbytes Flash memory, 512Bytes EEPROM,2Kbytes
SRAM,8Kbyte external SRAM
LonWorks Transceiver FTT-10A/FT-X1/PL-3150
Power supply 24VDC
Power consumption 150mA(For startup),85mA(For standby)
Connection Plug-screw clamp 2.5mm for output channels, 3.0mm for
DC power supply and LonWorks network communication
port.
Operation 0 ~ +50Temperature
Storage -20 ~
+70
Admitted relative humidity 5 ~ 93%, non condensing
Dimensions 135 x 120 x 55 mm,
DIN 43880, incl. clamps
Mounting DIN rail(EN 50022, 35 x 15)
Display & Operation Service-pin and Reset LED indicator and button
I/O Channels 8 analog input channels with indicator.(350mA per channel
maximum)
Table 3.1 Technical Specification
4.7 Dimensions
Figure 3.5 Device dimensions without plug-screw clamps

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5 Application Software for Building Automation Control
On the 1208LAnalog Input Module an application for building automation
control is implemented, making output functionality as well as analog control
functions available.
Therefore the relevant LonMark profiles stated in Table 4.1 are implemented.
The use of network variables (NV) compiles with the LonMark standard.
SCPT’s are used for parameterization by applying the read/write-memory
method.
Title Present
Version Identification
LonMark Application Layer Interoperability
Guidelines V3.1 078-0120-01D
The SNVT Master List and Programmer’s
Guide V 8.0
The SCPT Master List V 8.0
LonMark Functional Profile Analog Output V 1.0 0521
NV Type Translator Object
Table 4.1 Referring document about LonMark profiles
5.1 System Scope
The 1208LAnalog Input Module is equipped with eight channels for
Analog Output.
The analog outputs of the 1208LAnalog Input Module allow the connection
of actuator. An Analog Input (AI) object, according to LonMark Standard
can be assigned to these output and configured.
Furthermore the 1208L can act as constant valve controller. The valve
control either generated by the internal AI object; via an input network
variable.
The 1208L is equipped with eight analog inputs to connect e.g.
Temperature sensor, Humidity sensor, Lux sensor.
5.2 Interoperable Interface
The LonMark profile 0521 is realized in the 1208LAnalog Input Module.
The network interface remains standardized, clear and especially it is
interoperable. That means, the 1208LAnalog Input Module can be used in
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table contains a survey of the network variables defining the 1208LAnalog
Input Module network interface and their assignment.
NV Name Type Allocated Object
nvoAnalog SNVT_lev_percent Analog Input Object
nvInput SNVT_lev_percent Nico Tech NV Type
Translator Object
nvOutput SNVT_lev_percent Nico Tech NV Type
Translator Object
Table 4.4 Allocation of NVs and LonMark objects
Under the order code 1208L a data carrier containing the interface
describing file Nico_AI-1208L_R1.XIF and the application
Nico_AI-1208L_R1.APB is provided free of charge at simultaneous
purchase of a 1208L. The XIF-file is necessary for integration with
LonMaker for Windows or any other LonWorks network management tool.
6 System Objects
This chapter describes the LonMark objects implemented in the 1208L
Analog Input Module. For each it states the network variable les used,
special configuration properties, general object properties, response
during modification of the configuration and after a reset, and, if available,
further object properties.
6.1 Node Object
The functionality of the node object is defined in theApplication Layer
Guidelines of LonMark Interoperability Association (www.lonmark.org).
Network Variables
NV Name NV Type Comment
nviRequest SNVT_obj_request Status request
nvoStatus SNVT_obj_status Status response
nvoAlarm SNVT_alarm Alarm generating
nvoFileDirectory SNVT_address Address of file for parameterization

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6.2 Analog Input (AI) Object
Network Variables
NV Name NV Type Comment
nvoAnalog SNVT_lev_percent Analog Percent of output
Configuration Properties
CP Name CP Type CP Index Comment
SCPTobjMajVer SCPTobjMajVer 167 Read only; Must read from
device
SCPTobjMinVer SCPTobjMinVer 168 Read only; Must read from
device
SCPTmaxSendTime 49 Send Heartbeat
SCPTminSendTime 52 Send Throttle
SCPTsndDelta 27 Generic Send on Delta
SCPToffset 26 Generic Offset
SCPTlocation 17 Additional free comment
6.3 Nico Tech. NV Type Translator Object
Network Variables
NV Name NV Type Comment
nvInput SNVT_lev_percent(Changeable)Type translator of Nv input
value
nvOutput SNVT_lev_percent(Changeable)Type translator of Nv output
value
Configuration Properties
CP Name CP Type CP Index Comment
SCPTnvType SCPTnvType 254 Nv Type of nvInput
SCPTnvType SCPTnvType 254 Nv Type of nvOutput
SCPTmaxNVlength SCPTmaxNVlength 255 Read only; Maximum Nv
type length of nvInput
SCPTmaxNVlength SCPTmaxNVlength 255 Read only; Maximum Nv
type length of nvOutput
SCPTobjMajVer SCPTobjMajVer 167 Read only; Must read from
device
SCPTobjMinVer SCPTobjMinVer 168 Read only; Must read from

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device
SCPTtrnsTblX SCPTtrnsTblX 28 Used in conjunction with
Translation table X to scale
and linearity a value
SCPTtrnsTblY SCPTtrnsTblY 29 Used in conjunction with
Translation table Y to scale
and linearity a value
SCPTlocation 17 Location Label
7 Configure 1208L between 0~10VDC and 4~20mA
This chapter describes the how to configure 1208LAnalog Input Module
accept 0~10VDC or 4~20mA and connect to different type of sensor
equipment.
Figure 7.1 Device without cover
Figure 7.2 adjust input single type by jumper

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Figure 7.2 connect 1208L to different type of sensor