PEAKnx PNX-005-A17-00001 User manual

USB-Connector
User Manual

USB-Connector, User Manual
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Document version 1.2.0 (October 2020)
Products Item numbers
USB-Connector and adapter to KNX-
WAGO 243-211 and top hat rail
PNX-005-A17-00001, PNX-005-A17-00002,
PNX-005-A17-00004, PNX-005-A18-00005,
PNX-019- A17-00018, PNX-019-A17-00020,
PNX-019-A19-00068, PNX-019-A19-00073

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PageContents
1 Product description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.1 Product properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3 Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2 Included software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 YOUVI software package (Bus Monitor, IP Router, visualization) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Standalone software (Bus Monitor, IP Router). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2.1 Bus Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2.2 IP Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4 KNX bus connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.1 KNX connection adapter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.1.1 KNX WAGO 243 211 adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.1.2 KNX WAGO 243 211 adapter, encapsulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.1.3 DIN rail adapter set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5 Start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5.1 Installing the Bus Monitor and IP Router software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5.2 Using the USB-Connector exclusively with the ETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5.3 Connecting and disconnecting the hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.1 Status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
7 Technical support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
8 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Dimension drawing of the USB-Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
D-Sub-Pin-Assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Subject to change without notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Conformity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Disposal notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
About PEAKnx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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1 Product description
The USB-Connector allows to easily connect a computer to a KNX-network. The included
software is installed on a Windows device that accesses the connected KNX bus via the USB
connector.
The included Bus Monitor and IP Router software enable the user to read or send telegrams
on the KNX bus. The included software also allows the parameterization of actuators via the
Engineering Tool Software (ETS).
The USB-Connector has a compact and robust plastic housing which enables mobile use.
The available connection adapters allow the flexible use of the device.
1.1 Product properties
■Connections: USB 2.0, type A and D-Sub-9-Pin, male
■Adapter to KNX (optionally available)
■Cable length: 65 cm
■Power supply via USB
■Included Software: Bus-Monitor, IP-Router and ETS-Integration
■Extended operating temperature range from -40 ° C to 85 ° C
■Protection class: IP20 (inhouse use)
1.2 System requirements
■A USB port on a Windows device
■Operating system Windows 10, 8.1, 7 (32/64-bit)
■KNX Bus connection defined in KNX specification
■Ethernet connection (For the use of the IP Router)
Note: The USB-Connector only supports Windows as the operating system.PEAKnx does not
guarantee that the software and hardware will function without problems in conjunction with
other operating systems or software.
1.3 Delivery
■USB-Connector
■D-Sub-to-KNX-Adapter
жKNX-WAGO-243-211-Adapter (optional) (PNX-019-A17-00018)
жKNX-WAGO-243-211-Adapter, encapsulated (optional) (PNX-019-A17-00020)
жDIN rail (top hat) adapter set* (optional) (PNX-019-A19-00073)
жDIN rail (top hat) adapter (optional, as additional purchase option) (PNX-
019-A19-00068)

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■Included software (available on USB flash drive)
жBus Monitor
жIP Router
жETS Integration
■User manual (this document)
■YOUVI Quick Start Guide (available on USB flash drive)
*Includes an adapter cable (length: 2 m) to connect the DIN rail adapter to the USB-Connec-
tor and a DIN rail adapter
2 Included software
The scope of delivery includes a USB flash drive containing all the software needed to
operate the USB-Connector.
The USB-Connector is available in two bundles with different software:
■USB-Connector and YOUVI: Bus Monitor, IP Router, visualization
■USB-Connector and standalone software: Bus Monitor and IP Router
2.1 YOUVI software package (Bus Monitor, IP Router, visualization)
The YOUVI Basic visualization software included in the scope of delivery is used to control
KNX devices such as sockets, switches, lights, dimmers, RGB lights, heaters, blinds or shut-
ters. Thanks to the IP Router included in the software package, YOUVIs visualization can be
connected to the KNX infrastructure of the house with the USB-Connector and a Windows
computer or server without additional components. Only an Ethernet connection is neces-
sary for the software to function. In addition to visualization and IP Router, a Bus Monitor is
also included in the scope of delivery, which can record and filter the KNX traffic.
In addition to the basic functions for controlling KNX devices, YOUVI can be extended via
modules for IP camera connection, creation of logics, control via app on the road or voice
control.
Note: For the YOUVI installation, please pay special attention to the YOUVI quick reference
guide and the information on KNX project preparation to enable the automatic reading of the
project. This quick reference guide is included in the delivery.
Further information about YOUVI can be found in the YOUVI Help, which can be opened in
the program YOUVI Dashboard > ? > Help. Here you will also find the current range of func-
tions of the software under: YOUVI Visu > Scope of functions.

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2.2 Standalone software (Bus Monitor, IP Router)
For the software installation procedure, please refer to the enclosed Quick Start Guide or
Section 5.1 Installing the Bus Monitor and IP Router software
Note: To be able to use the USB-Connector with the ETS without having the IP Router software
installed, it is necessary to execute the ETS Integration, see section 5.2 Using the USB-Connec-
tor exclusively with the ETS
2.2.1 Bus Monitor
The Bus Monitor in combination with the USB-Connector provides an overview of the KNX
bus. Its tabular structure provides a clear overview of all telegrams sent via the KNX bus.
It can be used to log short telegram sequences or long-term recordings over several days.
Additionally any group addresses or KNX commands can be sent. Further functions are the
filter options as well as the data export of CSV files. In the advanced filter settings different
filters are defined and saved, so that several filters can be applied in parallel. The Bus
Monitor enables the import and storage of ETS group addresses from several projects at the
same time. He supports 3-level, 2-level and free group address styles. That way collected
information of the bus communication between the applications and the KNX network can
be stored as log files.
Note: The Bus Monitor is only compatible with the USB-Connector from PEAKnx.
2.2.2 IP Router
The IP Router software sets up a connection between the KNX bus and the IP network using
the USB-Connector. Therefore, any KNXnet/IP client can use the IP Router to communicate
with the KNX network (for example the ETS). This means that multiple software distribu-
tions can access the USB-Connector at the same time so that the Bus Monitor can be used
simultaneously with the ETS. Also actuator programming via the ETS is possible that way.
From the KNX specification the IP Router is represented as KNXnet/IP Router, a class B
KNXnet/IP device. It therefore supports the following service types:
■Core function of a KNXnet/IP Router
■Device Management
■Tunneling
■Routing

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3 Power supply
The device is powered by the USB port and requires no external power supply. In
general, the device is operated internally with a supply voltage of 5 V DC.
4 KNX bus connection
4.1 KNX connection adapter
The adapter with which the USB-Connector is connected to the KNX bus via the D-Sub 9P
plug, exists in an encapsulated version, without a plastic housing or as DIN rail adapter.
4.1.1 KNX WAGO 243 211 adapter
The connection adapter forms a transition from the D-Sub-
9-Pin-connector to a WAGO 243 211 connector terminal.
These have prevailed in most KNX installations. The adapter
is supplied as a simple circuit board construction without
housing and is suitable for installation in non-visible locations.
4.1.2 KNX WAGO 243 211 adapter, encapsulated
The KNX connection adapter from the D-Sub-9-Pin to
the WAGO-243-211 connector terminal with housing also
connects the USB-Connector to the KNX bus. The encapsu-
lated model is especially suitable for the mobile use.
4.1.3 DIN rail adapter set
The KNX DIN rail adapter is connected to the
KNX bus before use and installed in the switch
cabinet. Afterwards the USB-Connector is
connected to the KNX bus by means of the 2
m extension cable (part of the set). While the
inexpensive DIN-rail adapter can be perma-
nently installed at different locations, only
one interface (the USB-Connector) is needed
for the KNX access, which can be connected
to the KNX bus on site without the need for
additional tools.

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Note: The USB-Connector can only be connected to the DIN rail adapter via the adapter
cable.
5 Start-up
Note: If you want to operate more than one KNX-IP Router in the same KNX network, the mul-
ticast addresses must be different. If they both communicate over the same multicast address,
this will result in a circulating message.
Note: Keep the USB-Connector away from water and moisture!
The software required to use the USB-Connector is located on the USB flash drive supplied.
The software package includes an IP Router, a Bus Monitor and an ETS integration tool that
allows the use of the USB-Connector if the IP Router software is not installed.
5.1 Installing the Bus Monitor and IP Router software
To install one or both components, proceed as follows:
■Run the “PEAKnx USB Connector” application stored on the USB flash drive to start the
installation wizard.
■Open the tab “Install”.
■Run the “Setup Wizard”.
■Follow the installation instructions.
During installation, you will be asked whether you want to install the Bus Monitor
software and/or the IP Router software, so you can also install only one of the two
components.
5.2 Using the USB-Connector exclusively with the ETS
The ETS Integration is a small tool for a one-time run on a computer, which configures the
local ETS-Installation, so that it can be used together with the KNX-USB-Connector. To do
this, the ETS must already be installed on the computer. It is automatically installed by the
installation wizard when the IP Router and Bus Monitor are installed. If you want to use the
USB-Connector exclusively with the ETS, you can also run the ETS integration tool on its
own.

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For the installation proceed as follows:
■Close ETS.
■Run the “PEAKnx USB Connector” application stored on the USB flash drive to start the
installation wizard.
■Open the tab “Install”.
■Click on “ETS Integration” > “Execute Now”.
This starts the automatic configuration.
After the completion, a summary of the configuration is shown.
5.3 Connecting and disconnecting the hardware
Connecting the hardware
■Connect the D-Sub-9P connector* of the USB-Connector to the KNX bus using a suita-
ble adapter, see chapter 4 KNX bus connection.
■Connect the USB port of the USB-Connector to a Windows device.
*More information on the Pin-assignment of the D-Sub connector is located in the appendix
under D-Sub-Pin-Assignment.
Disconnecting the hardware
You can unplug the adapter from the computer's USB port without preparation.

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6 Operation
6.1 Status LED
The USB-Connector has an LED, which shows different colors and blinking patterns,
depending on the Connector's status.
LED Blink pattern Status
On One-time blink USB-Connector is plugged in, LED-Test
Green Slow blinking USB-Connector is connected and drivers are loaded
Green Fast blinking USB-Connector is receiving data
Off -USB-Connector is not plugged in or out of order
7 Technical support
If you experience problems with your USB-Connector, please contact our PEAKnx Support
Team:
жMail: [email protected]om
жCreate a Support Ticket: support.peaknx.com
жTel.: [phone]
8 Technical data
Supply
USB-side + 5 V DC
KNX-side + 24 V DC
Max. Power usage USB 100 mA
Ports
USB 1 x USB-connector, type-A
Fieldbus 1 x D-Sub-9-Pin, male