Sentera Controls RCMFH-3 Service manual

RCMFH-3 INTELLIGENT
MULTIFUNCTIONAL CO2
ROOM SENSOR
Mounting and operating instructions

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CO2ROOM SENSOR
Table of contents
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS 3
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4
ARTICLE CODE 4
INTENDED AREA OF USE 4
TECHNICAL DATA 4
STANDARDS 4
OPERATIONAL DIAGRAMS 5
WIRING AND CONNECTIONS 6
MOUNTING & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN STEPS 6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9
VERIFICATION OF INSTALLATION 10
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE 10
WARRANTY AND RESTRICTIONS 10
MAINTENANCE 10

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CO2ROOM SENSOR
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
Read all the information, the datasheet, Modbus Register map, mounting and
operating instructions and study the wiring and connection diagram before using the
product. For personal and equipment safety, and for optimum product performance,
make sure you entirely understand the content before installing, using or maintaining
this product.
Unauthorized conversion and/or modification of the product is not permitted for
safety and licensing (CE) reasons.
e product should not be exposed to abnormal conditions, such as extreme
temperatures, direct sunlight or vibrations. Long-term exposure to chemical
vapours in high concentration can affect the product performance. Make sure the
work environment is as dry as possible and avoid condensation.
All installations shall comply with local health and safety regulations, local
electrical standards and approved codes. is product can only be installed by
an engineer or a technician who has expert knowledge of the product and of the
safety precautions.
Avoid contact with energised electrical parts. Always disconnect the power supply
before connecting, servicing or repairing the product.
Always ensure that the product is powered properly and that the wire size and
characteristics are appropriate. Make sure that all the screws and nuts are well
tightened and fuses (if any) are fitted well.
Recycling of equipment and packaging should be taken into consideration and these
should be disposed of in accordance with local and national legislation/regulations.
If you have any further questions, please contact your technical support or consult
a professional.

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RCMFH-3 INTELLIGENT MULTIFUNCTIONAL
CO2ROOM SENSOR
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
e RCMFH-3 are intelligent multifunctional room sensors featuring adjustable
CO2, temperature and relative humidity ranges. e used algorithm controls a
single analogue / modulating output based on the measured CO2, T and rH values,
which can be used to directly control an EC fan, an AC fan speed controller or an
actuator powered damper. ey feature 24 VDC powers supply and all parameters
are accessible via Modbus RTU.
ARTICLE CODE
Article code Supply Imax
RCMFH-3 24 VDC 40 mA
INTENDED AREA OF USE
■Demand controlled ventilation based on temperature, relative humidity and CO2
■Suited for residential and commercial buildings
■For indoor use only
TECHNICAL DATA
■Spring contact terminal block or RJ45 connection
■Analogue / modulating output type:
►0—10 VDCmode: RL≥ 50 kΩ
►0—20 mA: RL≤ 500 Ω
►PWM (open-collector type): PWM Frequency: 1 kHz, RL≥ 50 kΩ; PWM voltage
level 3,3 or 12 VDC
■Ambient light sensor with adjustable ‘active’ and ‘standby’ level
■3 LEDs for status indication with adjustable light intensity
■Accuracy: ±0,4 °C (5—50 °C); ±3 % rH (20—80 % rH); ±50 ppm CO2 +2,5 % of the
reading (400—2.000 ppm CO2); ±50 ppm CO2 +3 % of the reading (1.001—2.000 ppm
CO2); ±40 ppm CO2 +5 % of the reading (2.001—5.000 ppm CO2)
■Enclosure:
►rear plate: plastic ABS, black (RAL 9004)
►front cover: ASA, ivory (RAL 9010)
■Protection standard: IP30 (according to EN 60529)
■Typical range of use:
►temperature: 0—50 °C
►rel. humidity: 0—95 % rH, (non-condensing)
►CO2: 400—2.000 ppm
■Storage temperature: -10—60 °C
STANDARDS
■EMC directive 2014/30/EU
►EN 60730-1:2011 Automatic electrical controls for household and similar
use - Part 1: General requirements
►EN 61000-6-1:2007 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-1: Generic
standards-Immunity forresidential, commercialandlightindustrialenvironments
►EN 61000-6-3:2007 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-3: Generic
standards - Emission standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial
environments Amendments A1:2011 and AC:2012 to EN 61000-6-3
►EN 61326-1:2013 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory
use - EMC requirements - Part 1: General requirements

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CO2ROOM SENSOR
►EN 61326-2-3:2013 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and
laboratory use - EMC requirements - Part 2-3: Particular requirements Test
configuration, operational conditions and performance criteria
■Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
►EN 60529:1991 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
Amendment AC:1993 to EN 60529
►EN 60730-1:2011 Automatic electrical controls for household and similar use -
Part 1: General requirements
■WEEE 2012/19/ EC
■RoHs Directive 2011/65/EC
►EN IEC 63000:2018 Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical
and electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous substances
OPERATIONAL DIAGRAMS
AO1,
max. range
AO1,
min. range
60
40
100
0
rH Min range
0
0
0CO2Min range CO2Max range
Max.
Min.
T Min range T Max range
rH Max range
AO1 [%]
50
100
2.000
rH [%]T [°C] CO2[ppm]
ATTENTION e output changes automatically depending on the highest of the T, rH or CO2
values, i.e. the highest of the three output values controls the output. See the green
line in the operational diagram above. One or multiple sensors can be deactivated.
E.g. it is possible to control the output based on the measured CO2value only.
10
0
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
Alert 1 level Alert 2 level
Analogue /
modulating
output [%]
CO2 [ppm]
*LED indication of CO2sensor (default setting)

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CO2ROOM SENSOR
10
0
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
Minimum
range
Minimum
alert
Maximum
alert
Analogue /
modulating
output [%]
T [°C] / rH [%]
Maximum
range
Out of range Out of range Alert range Alert range Within range
LED indication of temperature and humidity sensors
WIRING AND CONNECTIONS
RJ45 socket (Power over Modbus)
Pin 1 24 VDC Supply voltage
Pin 2
Pin 3 AModbus RTU communication, signal A
Pin 4
Pin 5 /B Modbus RTU communication, signal /B
Pin 6
Pin 7 GND Ground, supply voltage
Pin 8
/B
A
GND
24 VDC
8 mm
8 mm
8 mm
8 mm
RJ45
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
3
4
5
6
3
4
Terminal Block 1
VIN Supply voltage 24 VDC
GND Supply voltage, ground
A Modbus RTU communication, signal A
/B Modbus RTU communication, signal /B
Terminal Block 2
AO1 Analogue / modulating output (0—10 VDC / 0—20 mA /
PWM)
GND Ground AO1
ATTENTION e unit needs to be supplied via the RJ45 connector or via the connection
terminals. Do not connect the device via the RJ45 connector and the terminal block
simultaneously!

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CO2ROOM SENSOR
MOUNTING & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN STEPS
Before you start mounting the unit, read carefully “Safety and Precautions”.
Choose a smooth surface for installation (a wall, panel, etc.).
ATTENTION Mount the sensor in a well-ventilated area where it receives adequate airflow
for proper operation and hide it from direct sunlight. Make sure it can be easily
accessed for service.
Follow these steps:
1. Release the snap-fits on both sides of the front white cover using a flat
screwdriver and remove the cover (see Fig. 1 Snap-fits release).
2. Insert the cables through the hole in the back (see Fig. 2 Mounting dimensions.)
3. Position the room sensor at least 1,5 metres above the ground using suitable
fastening materials (not included). Mind the correct mounting position and unit
dimensions. See Fig. 2 and Fig. 3.
Fig. 1 Snap-fits release Fig. 2 Mounting dimensions
Push here to
release
2x Ø 6
59,8
9,8
74,5
104,5
20
104,5
25,6
70,5

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CO2ROOM SENSOR
Fig. 3 Mounting position
Correct Incorrect
Position at min. 1,5 m
from the floor
4. Do the wiring according to the wiring diagram (see Fig.4).
Fig. 4 Wiring and connections
Correct connections
24 VDC
GND
A
/B Analogue output Analogue output
24 VDC
GND
A
/B
Wrong input connection
5. Snap the cover back in place.
6. Switch on the mains supply.
7. Customise the factory settings to the desired ones via the 3SModbus software
or SenteraWeb. For the default factory setting see the Modbus register map of
the product.
Optional settings
To assure correct communication, the NBT needs to be activated in only two devices
on the Modbus RTU network. If necessary, enable the NBT resistor via 3SModbus or
Sensistant (Holding register 9).

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CO2ROOM SENSOR
Example 1 Example 2
RX
ТX
NBT
NBT
Slave 2
Master
Slave n
Slave 1
Slave 2
Slave 1
RX
ТX
NBT
NBT
Master
Slave n
NOTE Two bus terminators (NBTs) must be activated on a Modbus RTU network.
NOTE For the complete Modbus register data, see the Modbus Register Map of the
product. is is a separate document linked to the article code on the website
containing the list of registers. Products with earlier firmware versions may not be
compatible with this list.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Calibration procedure:
ere is no need to calibrate temperature or relative humidity. Each sensor element
undergoes testing and calibration in our factory.
e CO2sensor element is self-calibrating to compensate sensor drift. By default,
the ABC logic self-calibrating algorithm is enabled. is algorithm is designed to
be used in applications where CO2concentrations will drop to outside ambient
conditions (400 ppm) at least once a week, typically during unoccupied periods. It is
advisable to disable the self-calibrating algorithm in situations where the CO2level
will not drop to 400 ppm within the mentioned period.
Firmware update
rough a firmware update, new features and bug fixes are made available.
Your device can be updated if the most recent firmware is not already installed.
e simplest way to update the firmware is through SenteraWeb. e 3SM boot
application, which is a part of the Sentera 3SMcenter software suite, can be used to
update the firmware if you do not have access to an internet gateway.
NOTE Make sure the power supply does not get interrupted during the “bootload”
procedure, otherwise you risk losing unsaved data.
LED indications
1. When the green LED is on, the measured temperature or relative humidity value
lies within the alert range’s minimum and maximum values or the CO2level is
below Alert 1 level. (Fig. 5 - 1).
2. When the yellow LED is on, the measured temperature or relative humidity value
lies in the alert range or the CO2value is higher than or equal to Alert 1 level.
e yellow LED blinks when Modbus communication is terminated and Holding
register 8 is activated (Modbus timeout > 0 seconds) (Fig. 5 - 2). e LED stops
blinking once the Modbus communication has been restored. For Modbus safety
timeout, alert yellow LED indication takes precedence over blinking yellow LED.
3. When the red LED is on, the measured temperature or relative humidity value is
lower than or equal to the minimum measurement range value or higher than or
equal to the maximum measurement range value or when the measured CO2level
is greater than or equal to Alert 2 level (Fig. 5 - 3). Blinking red LED indicates loss
of communication with a sensor (Fig. 5 - 3).

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NOTE When the sensor is in bootloader mode, the green and yellow LEDs flash
alternately. During the firmware download, the red LED is flashing additionally.
Fig. 5 LED indications
3
2
1
NOTE By default, the LED indication refers to CO2measurements. is can be changed
to temperature or relative humidity values via Modbus Holding Register 79 (see
Table Holding registers).
NOTE e intensity of the LEDs can be adjusted between 0 and 100 % with a step of
10% according to the value set in Holding register 80.
Ambient light sensor
e Input Register 41 holds the measured light intensity in lux. In Holding registers
35 and 36, an active and standby level can also be specified. If the measured value
is below the standby level, above the active level, or somewhere in between, Input
Register 42 will indicate that:
■Ambient light level < standby level: Input Register 42 indicates “Standby”.
■Ambient light level > active level: Input Register 42 indicates “Active”.
■Standby level < Ambient light level < Active level: Input Register 42 indicates “Low
intensity”.
VERIFICATION OF INSTALLATION
One of the LEDs lights up after the power is turned on, depending on the status of
the variable being measured. Check the connections if this is not the case.
TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
Avoid shocks and extreme conditions; stock in original packing.
WARRANTY AND RESTRICTIONS
e warranty against manufacturing flaws is valid for two years starting from
the date of delivery. Any alterations or adjustments to the product absolve the
manufacturer of all liability. e manufacturer disclaims all liability for typographical
or other errors in this document.
MAINTENANCE
In normal conditions this product is maintenance-free. If soiled, clean with a dry or
damp cloth. In case of heavy pollution, clean with a non-aggressive product. In these
circumstances the unit should be disconnected from the supply. Pay attention that
no fluids enter the unit. Only reconnect it to the supply when it is completelydry.