Theben TC 649 E User manual

2019-10-11_310547 01
Manual for
TC 649 E
Version 1

TC 649 E Manual
Contents
1Introduction 3
1.1 TC 649 E control box 3
1.2 Information about the web interface 4
1.3 Main functions 5
1.4 Housing 5
2Start-up 7
3Connecting TC 649 E to the network 8
3.1 Connecting TC 649 E to the router 8
3.2 Connecting TC 649 E using a point-to-point connection 9
4Navigation 13
5Controls and menu 14
5.1 Start 14
5.2 Settings 15
5.3 Control 19
5.4 Info 22
5.5 Log out 22
5.6 Password forgotten 22
5.7 Switching language 23
6Appendix 24
6.1 Default settings 24
6.2 Troubleshooting 24
6.3 Specifications 25
6.4 Glossary 25
6.5 Use of open source software 26
7Contact 27

Introduction
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1Introduction
1.1 TC 649 E control box
The TC 649 E control box is operated using an administration and configuration
tool (web interface). The control box can be used to send time switch and astro
programs via the LAN. It is installed in the network via an integrated web server.
The control box is integrated into the company's own network via VPN – this
means that you can operate your control boxes in a secure environment.
You can use simple functions with the control box, such as astronomically
controlled lighting, time-controlled access points and temperature reduction for
heating units during the day and at night.
Central control
via LAN
DHCP / IP
Central control
via LAN

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1.2 Information about the web interface
The web interface for the TC 649 E control box can be called up on a desktop PC
or a mobile end device such as a tablet or smartphone.
The following browsers / operating systems are supported:
•Browsers:
oGoogle Chrome from version 69 onwards
•Operating systems:
oMicrosoft Windows
oApple iOS from version 10 onwards
oGoogle Android from version 7 onwards

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1.3 Main functions
Feature
Meaning
NTP server Using the NTP server with the TC 649
E ensures switching accuracy to the
second across the globe.
Standalone operation The TC 649 E is operated as a single
device without any external software.
Administration via web interface The TC 649 E can be easily configured
via the web.
Update firmware Firmware can be easily updated via
the web interface.
1.4 Housing
1.4.1 Top
Name
Status
Meaning
Web server
Off The web server for the web interface is
switched off.
On The web server for the web interface is
switched on.
Flashing The web server for the web interface is
starting up.
Time
Off
The NTP service is deactivated.

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On
The NTP service is activated and a
connection has been established to an NTP
server.
Flashing The NTP service is activated and the device is
searching for a connection to the NTP server.
Relay
Off
All relays are switched off.
On
One or more relays are switched on.
PWR/TLS
Off
The TC 649 E is switched off.
Flashing
The TC 649 E is switched on.
1.4.2 Front
The socket for the power supply, both network interfaces (service, Ethernet) and
the socket for relays C1 and C3 are located on the front of the device.
1.4.3 Back
The socket for relays C2 and C4 is located on the back of the device.
Power supply

Start-up
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2Start-up
Please refer to the enclosed installation and operating instructions for
information on how to connect the device and carry out initial operation.

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3Connecting TC 649 E to the network
You will need a network cable (RJ45) to connect the TC 649 E control box to the
network.
Make sure the cabling is correct.
Connect the cables in accordance with the following sections.
3.1 Connecting TC 649 E to the router
Plug the network cable (RJ45 connector) into the router.
Plug the other end of the network cable (RJ45 connector) into the (right-
hand) Ethernet socket on the TC 649 E.
Open the web browser (Google Chrome) and load the
page http://serial-number for the TC 649 E.
Example: http://DTHE0200001111 or http://192.168.138.3
http://DTHE0200001111 or http://192.168.137.3
If you cannot reach the device via the hostname, it is probably because your router is
unable to resolve the hostname. You can use the user interface of your router to display
all devices and the IP addresses that are connected to your router. Please refer to your
router manual to see exactly how to do this.
→The TC 649 E login screen appears.

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Enter admin as the user name.
Enter the default password (admin) or your own password as applicable.
Click on Log in or press the Enter key.
3.2 Connecting TC 649 E using a point-to-point connection
You can connect your PC directly to the TC 649 E control box (P2P) using a
point-to-point connection.
Your PC must have a static IP address.
As the default configuration for the TC 649 E control box is for it to be
connected to a router, the device must be reconfigured first.
Change the PC network interface from DHCP to static.
Open the network connection.
Press the Windows key + R.
Enter ncpa.cpl.
Double-click on the network connection under Network Connections.
→The following window will open:

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Click on Properties.
Double-click on Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).