PulseWorx PIM-E User manual

Model: PIM-E
Powerline Interface Module
ELKM1 Data Bus
Installation Guide and
Owner’s Manual
The Inventors Of:
©2010 Powerline Control Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
19215 Parthenia St. Suite D
Northridge, CA 91324
P: 818.701.9831 [e-mail]
www.pcslighting.com https://pcswebstore.com
FUNCTION
The PIM-E is a special Powerline
Interface Module containing a
built-in M1XSP Serial Port chip.
This all-in-one device makes it
easy to permanently connect the
ELK M1 Control to a UPB
network. Simply locate a
convenient unused AC Power
Outlet, connect a cable from the
M1 data bus to the four (4) terminals on the PIM-E, and
perform an M1 data bus enrollment.The long distance
capability of the M1 data bus makes it possible to locate the
PIM-E virtually anywhere, without a lot of complex or ugly
cabling or connections. UPB utilizes the AC wiring circuit for
transmission, without new or additional wiring, and without
radio frequency signals. Note: The PIM-E will not work
with UPStart configuration software.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical products, basic safety precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Keep away from water. If the product is exposed to water
or other liquid, turn off the circuit breaker and unplug the
product immediately.
3. Never use products that have been dropped or damaged.
4. Do not use this product outdoors.
5. Do not use this product for other than its intended
purpose.
6. To avoid any risk of fire, burns, personal injury or electric
shock, install this product out of the reach of small
children.
7. Do not cover product with any material when in use.
8. This product uses grounded plugs and sockets to reduce risk
of electric shock. These plugs and sockets fit only one way.
If they do not fit, consult an electrician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
INSTALLATION
This device is designed for indoor use only. Follow these steps
to connect the PIM-E module to the ELK M1 Control.
1. Connect a four-conductor cable from the M1 RS485 Data
bus to the four (4) terminals on the bottom of the PIM-E.
Observe polarity and color code from diagram.
2. Plug PIM-E into any grounded wall outlet. The Status LED
should start blinking and then stay solid blue.
Connecting to M1 Control using a single homerun cable.
M1 application using two (2) data bus homerun cables
Connecting devices on an ELK-M1DBH Data Bus Hub
An ELK-M1DBH Data Bus Hub (Optional) Can be used to connect data bus
devices using Cat5/6 cables. Devices appear to be in daisy chain because 1
wire pair returns the data bus back where it’s used to feed next device OR
gets terminated by special RJ45 Plug. Only 6 of the 8 total conductors are
used.

Model: PIM-E
Powerline Interface Module
ELKM1 Data Bus
Installation Guide and
Owner’s Manual
The Inventors Of:
©2010 Powerline Control Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
19215 Parthenia St. Suite D
Northridge, CA 91324
P: 818.701.9831 [e-mail]
www.pcslighting.com https://pcswebstore.com
CONFIGURATION
1. From M1 Keypad Programming (or ElkRP Software)
perform a Data Bus Enrollment. Upon successful
enrollment, the PIM-E should display as a “M1XSP” located
at data bus Address #7. This address is factory set and
cannot be changed. If another M1XSP is installed on the
M1 and assigned Address #7 please change its address and
re-enroll.
2. From ElkRP Software, select the “Globals” Menu and then
tab “G29-G42 (Special)”. On this tab locate and program
the UPB Lighting Network Addr (1-255) to match the
address chosen for the UPB network.
3. Program the format for each ElkM1 Lighting device as
“Serial Expander”.
UPStart Configuration
PCS’s free UPStart software V 5.1 Build 45 ,a Powerline
Interface Module PIM-R (9-pin serial) or a PIM-U (USB serial),
are used for computer setup and programming of a UPB
network. These PIM’s can be carried with the technician’s PC
and used on future jobs. The PIM-E can only be used with the
ElkM1 and is not for PC setup or programming. The UPStart
User’s Guide (available on the PulseWorx web site:
www.PulseWorx.com) explains how to configure your system
using the UPStart.
Follow the steps described below to configure PIM-E:
SETUP Mode
When configuring a UPB system, it will be necessary to place
the PIM-E in SETUP mode. To do this, press the Program Button
5times rapidly. The Status LED will continuously blink Blue
when the device is in SETUP mode. To exit SETUP mode, press
the Program Button once or wait five minutes for it to time
out.
Step 1: Add the PIM-E to the UPB Network
Select the DeviceAdd menu item in the UPStart Setup
Software. Once UPStart finds your PIM-E it will produce a screen
allowing you to assign it a name and choose what room it is located in.
Step 2: Start PIM-E Configuration
Double-click the PIM-E icon to begin configuration. Select the
Advanced tab to set the receive sensitivity.
The PIM-E has an adjustment for UPB receive sensitivity. The
factory default for this setting is “High”. If the PIM-E is used in
severe powerline noise, you may find that it operates better in
the “Low” receive sensitivity setting.
To adjust the receive sensitivity press the “Advanced” button on
the UPB Interface Setup dialog. Select the desired receive
sensitivity and press the “OK” button.
Step 3: Program the PIM-E
Once you have specified the desired configuration, press the
Program Device button to program the information into the PIM-E.
Factory Default
In addition to Setup Mode the push-button on the front of the
case can be used to restore the device to factory default settings.
To set the factory defaults first press the pushbutton 5times
rapidly. The Status LED will blink blue. Next, press the pushbutton
10 times. The Status LED will blink red. Finally, press the
pushbutton 2times. The Status LED will stop blinking. The device
is now restored to its factory default state.
Network ID:
255
Unit ID:
45
Network Password:
1234
OPERATION
Once installed and configured your PIM-E will operate without
further user intervention. All programmed data is protected by
nonvolatile memory and can only be changed or deleted by
reprogramming, regardless of power outage durations.
Status LED Indications
The PIM-E contains two bi-color (blue/red) Status LEDS that give a
visual indication of what UPB information is currently on the
powerline and communication with the M1 Bus.
UPB STATUS
Blue:
No UPB Signal
Magenta:
Received a UPB Message
Red:
Transmitted a UPB Message
M1BUS STATUS
Slow Blink :
Normal Communication with M1
Fast Flicker:
Command being sent or received to M1
No Blink/Off
Communication lost with M1
LIMITED WARRANTY
Seller warrants this product, if used in accordance with all applicable instructions, to be free
from original defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of
purchase. Refer to the warranty information on the PulseWorx website (www.PulseWorx.com)
for exact details.
These products may be covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 6,734,784;
6,784,790; 7,265,654; 7,688,183. U.S. and foreign patents may be pending. PCS, PulseWorx, UPB
are registered trademarks and PulseWorxRF are trademarks of Powerline Control Systems, Inc.
Made and printed in the U.S.A.