Vantage Hearth InFusion Controller II User manual

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INSTALLATION
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1061 South 800 East • Orem, Utah 84097 • Telephone [phone] • Fax [phone] InFusion Controller II — MODEL: IC-36-II & IC-24-II
Overview
The InFusion™ Controller II is Vantage’s
most powerful automation controller to
date, featuring a new, extremely fast
processor improving processing
performance. Systems using the
previous InFusion Controller may be
upgraded by simply plugging in the
new controller,*converting the project
file in Design Center 3.3 or higher and
downloading to the new controller. No changes are needed to the
enclosure or the controller terminal board.
*See Replacing and/or Upgrading InFusion Controllers for
additional information.
Features
•The InFusion Controller is the main “CPU” of Vantage’s
complete systems integration solution
•Plug and Play design makes it easy to install
•Automatic crossover support, RJ45 Ethernet connection
•Secure access – password protected
•Design Center connection through local network or offsite
oFirmware updates, full or minor program changes
Auto restore of previous firmware and program
code if update fails.
oDiagnostics
oRead system
oProject control
•Built-in Ethernet jack
•Type-A, USB port (future features ready)
oThe USB port is not used on IC-II controllers to program
from Design Center as in previous InFusion controller
models
•Micro SD card support (included)
•Automatic System Backups to micro SD card
oManually through front panel – real time
oWithin 24 hours of programming system
-then-
oWeekly
oUp to 52 backups total
oOldest backup is replaced when 52 limit is reached
oBackups may be used to program system controllers
•Restore entire system from System Backups
oUndo option from last Restore
•Power supply is field serviceable
•Ram and Flash memory
•One controller supports up to 120 WireLink™ stations and up to
120 RadioLink™ stations
•Local LCD interface provides limited control, status and
diagnostics
•Lithium battery retains time and system status in a power
outage
•Maintains real and astronomical time clocks
•Design Center software is used to program the Controller
•The Controller runs independent of a PC after initial setup and
programming
•Application code is upgradeable through Design Center
Software
•InFusion Controllers operate as stand-alone or networked
•Five Embedded RS-232 Ports
•Two RS-485 Ports (shared with SE buses 3 and 4; simultaneous
RS-485 and SE bus connections are not possible)
•Manual Override Switch
•Reset Switch
•Built-in Protection, electronic isolation between controllers
•*The Vantage InFusion Controller Network can have up to
thirty-one Controllers when connected via Ethernet
*15 Controllers maximum on each Controller to Controller
Bus run.
InFusion Controller Specifications
Description Specification
Dimensions HWD 6.62” x 7.88” x 3.0”
168mm x 200mm x 76mm
Description Specification
Weight – 24V 3.55 lbs -or- 1.61 kg
Weight – 36V 4.4 lbs -or- 2 kg
Voltage 120-240V, 50/60Hz
Lightning / Surge
Protection Static Shock IO.
All ports/case
IEC 61000-4-2
Low Voltage, ITU-T K.20
Max. Length of Combined
IC-II to IC-II Bus Network
2000 feet / 609 meters- using
16-18AWG 2-conductor, twisted pair,
non-shielded wire
C2C, IC Network Ethernet (see Screen 16, p. 4)
Station Bus Specification
2C, 16AWG / 1.31mm2, twisted, non-
shielded, <30pF per foot. Separate a
minimum of 12" / 30.5cm from other
parallel communication and/or high
voltage runs.
Station Bus Power Supply,
IC-36-II
Each station bus run has a 60W power
supply;
•Station Bus Run 1 = 60W
•Station Bus Run 2 = 60W
Station Bus Power Supply,
IC-24-II
Shared, 35W max. power supply
combined to both station bus runs.
Max. Wire Length Station
Bus
609m / 2,000ft of cabling max. on each
station bus. No station more than 305m
/ 1,000ft from Controller.
Wire Configuration of
Station Bus
Daisy Chain, Branch, Star
(contact support for
Station Bus Best Practices)
Max. # WireLink Stations
IC-36-II
Up to 60 Stations each bus or until the
60W supply per bus is used
Max. # WireLink Stations
IC-24-II
Up to 50 Stations each bus or until the
shared 35W supply is used
Max. Wire From IC to SE 200 feet / 61 meters
Maximum Power Draw
IC-36-II 200W
Maximum Power Draw
IC-24-II 150W
Cooling Convection
Lithium Battery Backup
Disk battery CR2032, 3Volt
2.5 yrs. un-powered or 20 yrs. powered
(field replaceable – see Caution at end)
Ambient Operating
Temperature 0-40°C / 32-104°F
Ambient Operating
Humidity 5-95% non-condensing
UL/cUL/CE/FCC
Certified YES
InFusion Controller II Part Numbers
Part # Description
IC-24-II Infusion controller 24V V2
IC-36-II Infusion controller 36V V2
IC-DIN-II* Infusion controller - DIN V2
PSU36-DIN 36V, DIN Controller Power Supply
ACPDXXSM2 24V, DIN Controller Power Supply
IC-PWR-36 IC 36 power supply replacement for IC-36-II
IC-PWR-24 IC 24 power supply replacement for IC-24-II
*See, <LINK COMING IC-DIN-II Installation Sheet>
Software/Firmware/Installation Requirements
Design Center Software, version 3.3.X.X or higher must be used to
program controller models with the “-II” at the end of the model
number. Using IC-1 and IC-II controller models on the same system,
is not supported. Installation of Vantage products should be
performed or supervised by a Certified Vantage Installer.
Disconnect power when plugging in or un-plugging the controller.
The InFusion Controller is plugged into the Main Enclosure
Terminal Board. This board is different for 24V and 36V
controllers. The Main Enclosure Terminal Board is designed to only
accept a Controller that matches the voltage of the Card. Make
sure the IC is firmly seated before tightening locking screws. Please
see Surface Mount Enclosure for wall box and rack mount options.

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Powering the InFusion Controller
Use a dedicated breaker to power the IC-II. Maximum power draw
by the IC-II is up to 200W for the 36V model or 150W for the 24V
model. Multiple InFusion Controllers may share the same breaker
when in close proximity.
InFusion Controller Setup in Design Center
Every new project in Design Center automatically includes an
InFusion Controller. Additional controllers are added as the project
grows, however it is possible to add additional Controllers at any
time.
Replacing and/or Upgrading InFusion Controllers
To convert an existing project from IC-1 to IC-II controllers, open
the file in Design Center 3.3*or higher and follow these steps:
1. Select Enclosure View and right click on the first controller
and select Convert to Second Generation Controller.
2. The message box is opened explaining that all controllers will
be converted. Answer OK.
3. All of the controllers are then converted to generation II
controllers with original programming.
*IMPORTANT: Steps Upgrading Equinox Systems
Projects with Equinox devices should do the following.
1) Program the system one more time with the old project file
before replacing the controllers. (Only do this step if the old
controllers will accept programming from Design Center),
2) With the newly converted file opened in Design Center, click on
System | Backup and Restore | Restore Equinox Data From
Backup,
3) Select the most recent *.EQUD file; answer yes to the question
below.
4) Design Center will program the system with the new file and
restore Equinox data to new controllers stored in the *.EQUD
file.
Programming the InFusion Controller
Most programming is created and edited in Design Center software
and saved as a project file. Projects are then downloaded to the
system controllers via a local or remote connection to the local
network. It is recommended to have one micro SD flash card per
system and that the SD card be placed in the same controller used
to connect Design Center (faster). Design Center downloads the
project via Ethernet.
Program Controller Using a Direct Connection from Computer
If the controller is not connected to the local network, it is possible
to program the controller by connecting the computer directly to
the controller via an Ethernet cable – standard or cross-over type.
•Set the controller IP address to Default 192.168.0.<controller
number>
•Set the computer’s IP address to 192.168.0.40 or similar
(USB connection between Design Center and IC-II controllers is not
supported.)
Ethernet Port Settings
•In Design Center select either a standard or secure (SSL)
Ethernet connection.
•If using Secure Ethernet protocol, Secure Sockets Layer (SSL),
recommended, Design Center checks a security certificate
against a security certificate stored on the controller. If they do
not match a warning is displayed
It is recommended to double check the IP address of the
controller. If the IP address is correct, change the connection to
standard Ethernet and re-download the controller firmware. This
procedure will also require the system to be re-programmed
after the firmware update. Updating all controllers firmware
shipped with Design Center 3.3, or higher, should clear this error
for future SSL connections.
Remote Programming and Maintenance
Remote programming and update capability may save unnecessary
trips to actual sites. With remote updates, care should be taken to
ensure that updates are complete and the system’s new
programming functions properly.
Remote Access Ethernet Port Settings
•For standard Ethernet connections, forward ports 2001 and 3001
to the IP address of the InFusion Controller.
•For Secure Ethernet connections (SSL), forward ports 2010 and
3010 to the IP address of the InFusion Controller.
•When using a static IP address on the controller the gateway
must also be setup on the controller.
•Allow the Ping operation – used by Design Center to verify its
connection.
•In Design Center enter the IP Address of the router or modem
assigned from the ISP. Design Center may also require a User
Name and Password if security has been enabled.
Backup Memory via Micro SD Card
A micro SD flash card slot is provided for program backup and
allows automatic backups periodically performed by the controller.
•Stores backup of all programming for project file.
•Stores graphic rich web interface (i.e., WebPoint Lite).
•SD cards directly accessed using Design Center Diagnostics.
•InFusion System (all Controllers) may be programmed/re-
programmed from the sd card connected to any Controller
without running Design Center or connecting a computer.
•Typically, only one micro SD card is recommended per
system.
•Replace the existing micro SD card when inserting an Equinox
multiple license micro SD card.
Controller to Controller Wiring
C2C Ethernet Bus
Today’s integrated devices use ever increasing amounts of
metadata. For this reason it is recommended to use C2C Ethernet
communication between multiple controller systems. Each
controller should have its own Ethernet connection to the local
network. In turn the local network should have access to the
internet. With this type of connection it may be necessary to assign
unique Channels from the IC’s front panel, in case more than one
InFusion Design Center System is on a network (See Front Buttons
| Screen 16 later in this document). With this type of connection
InFusion network distances are only limited to the network itself.
C2C Ethernet connection must be Enabled.
Controller Bus
When connecting multiple controllers via Controller Bus, Vantage
recommends the use of 16-18 AWG 2-conductor, twisted pair, non-
shielded wire from IC to IC. This is a polarized connection with “+”
and “–“ screw terminals. The maximum wire length sum for all
controllers connected together may be up to 2,000ft. using the
above wire specification.
Main Enclosure Terminal Board – Terminator Switch
If one InFusion Controller is used, the Controller Bus Termination
switch is always ON. This switch is located on the Main Enclosure
•Notice different icons (left) old (right) new.
•Use same process to convert back to first
generation controllers.

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Terminal Board. If multiple Main Enclosures are used ONLY the first
and last Main Enclosure Terminal Boards on each Bus should have
the Controller Bus Termination switch ON. NOTE: Termination
switch has no affect on C2C communication.
When updating an existing Vantage system to generation II
controllers the existing Controller Bus may be left. However, when
possible run Ethernet to each controller on the updated system
and enable C2C Ethernet Bus communication. The new controller
will use the C2C connection as primary and use the Controller Bus
as a backup.
For additional Enclosure wiring information, please see:
Enclosure Instructions (click to open).
Connecting Two Controllers Via Front Ethernet Port
Two InFusion Controllers may be connected to each other using
the Ethernet ports on the front of each Controller. The maximum
length of the network cable is 328ft or 100meters. C2C Ethernet
connection must be Enabled – see InFusion Controller Front Panel
Button Operation (below). NOTE: This is generally not
recommended as the two controllers will not have internet access
when connected this way.
Front Buttons
Through front panel buttons on the InFusion Controller edit or see,
time, IP connection, IC Information and other settings. The
Controller may also be placed in service mode from the front
controls.
Service Mode: Press and hold EXIT; pres and release RESET.
Continue holding Exit for about 5 seconds, then release. Press
RESET by itself to exit service mode
The following contains additional detailed information on some of
the LCD screens on front of the controller:
SCREEN 4, IP SETTINGS – A static IP address may be assigned to
the IC. Once a static IP address has been assigned to the Controller
and saved, the NM: (NetMask) address displays automatically. With
the NetMask field highlighted click the Adj. button to change
settings for NM, GW, DNS1, and DNS2. Adjust each communication
protocol as needed. The NM and GW settings are necessary for the
controller’s internet access and the connection of remote Equinox
devices.
SCREEN 6, DHCP – This screen allows the InFusion Controller to
obtain an IP address automatically through DHCP. Record this
address in the Design Center project file for future connections
through Ethernet.
SCREEN 7, CONTROLLER INFORMATION – This screen shows
information about the IC.
•Uptime – the amount of time the IC has been operating without
losing power, reported in days:hours:minutes.
•RAM – Free Memory / Total Memory
oRAM: This is the active memory, Random Access Memory
and is volatile.
•Flash – Free Memory / Total Memory
oFlash memory is nonvolatile like the Hard-Drive on a
computer. This is the main memory storage area for all
programming. Data is compressed when downloaded.
•Backup – System must contain a micro SD card to create a
current backup of the system via the micro SD card. Answer
Yes or No to create or cancel the new backup.
•Restore*– System must contain a micro SD card. Pressing
button 3 or 4 will open a screen allowing the selection from a
history of backups. Select which backup is wanted with
Up/Down buttons and then press Select. Answer Yes or No to
execute or abort the restore.
*This will re-program all of the controllers on the system from
the selected backup. When a backup has been manually
executed an Undo option appears in the backup history list.
SCREEN 16, C2C SETTINGS – This screen is very important when
using IP for controller to controller communication. C2C— Ethernet:
(Eth:) must be Enabled.
Channel: Because more than one InFusion System may be on a
single network a unique channel (Chn:) number may be assigned to
the controllers for each InFusion System. The Peer number is
assigned automatically.
Example, it is possible to have two or more ICs with address 1,
address 2, and etc., in a large building containing two or more
InFusion systems. These InFusion systems can all be on one
network. Assigning a unique channel number to each Controller
group allows the identically addressed controllers to operate as
independent systems on the same network.
Peers: This is a bitmask of all
controllers visible to this
controller displayed in HEX.
Convert to binary to see
controllers position. Each “1” in
binary, is a Controller.
Example: Peers:
Channels: –
Example B:
The “A” controllers and the
“B” controllers have been
assigned channel numbers
1and 2respectively:
•Channel 1 for IC 1-A
and IC 2-A.
•Channel 2 for IC 1-B
and IC 2-B.
This now allows each
controller on the network
to only talk to its co-
controllers and ignore
other controllers.
Example A:
IC 1-A sees both IC 2-A and
IC 2-B controllers. It does
not know which IC 2 belongs
to its network. At the same
time IC 1-B also has the
same problem.

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New Controller Firmware/Design Center 3.3 Features
Design Center 3.3 is compatible with IC-1 and IC-II controllers.
Many of the new 3.3 features are available in both versions of
the InFusion Controller.
New Features
•Security
•Backup and Restore
•Enhanced Email Support
•Remote Location Firmware Updater – IC-II only
SECURITY
Security Levels and Users Table
Security
Levels
Level Requirements For Groups
A
dmin User
None •No credentials required from
any connection
•No credentials required
from any connection
Remote
•Credentials required for all
remote connections
including Design Center
•Credentials required for all
remote connections using
Host Commands
•Connections from Design
Center; not allowed
Local
•Credentials required for all
local or remote connections
including Design Center
•Credentials required for all
local or remote connections
using Host Commands
•Connections from Design
Center; not allowed
Setting Up Controller/Project Security
1. By default project security will
be OFF when a new project is
started.
2. To turn on project security in a
new or existing project, click
on Settings and select Project
Security. The Project Security
Dialog opens.
3. Initially the Security Level is set to None and no Users and
Devices exist. If the security level is changed to Local or
Remote, at least one Admin user must be added before
exiting the dialog box.
4. To create a user press
Add User. The Add New
User dialog box opens.
5. Enter a Username and
Password and select
Admin or User to assign a
group.
6. Press Add to add the
new user.
a. Admin, have all
permissions selected
by default. Admin is
required by Design Center with security enabled.
b. Users, cannot connect to the controller from Design
Center. Users only have Read State and Write State
permissions using Host Commands.
i. Custom permissions may be selected for either
group member type.
7. The Remote security level requires proper credentials for
any remote connection.
8. The Local security level requires proper credentials for
local or remote connections – highest security level.
9. The security setting is sent to the controller when
programming or updating the system.
10. All security settings are saved with the project.
Exceptions to Security
1. IP Address Exception List
a. If a third party device is not capable of sending a
username/password, the IP Address of that device
can be entered into the exception list. This excludes
the device at that IP Address from security settings.
2. Serial Port Exception
a. If a third party device connected to a serial port is
unable to send a username/password, check the
Exclude from Security checkbox in Object Editor.
This excludes the device from the security settings.

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Connecting Design Center With Security Enabled
1. If the Security Level is set to None, connecting to
controller proceeds normally.
2. If the Security Level is
set to Remote, local
connections proceed
normally while remote
connections require
proper credentials.
3. With security enabled
Design Center prompts
for a user name and
password.
a. Entering an Incorrect user name
and/or password results in an
Invalid Credentials message.
4. If authentication is accepted, the
username and password are not required again while the
project is open and the IP address remains the same.
Ethernet Connection
5. The dealer will be allowed to choose if they want a secure
connection or an unsecured connection. For remote
connections forward ports to the IP address of the
InFusion Controller.
a. Secured ports (SSL) are: 2010, 3010
b. Standard ports are: 2001 and 3001
Temporary Security Override
1. A Security override feature exists on the controller
through the panel buttons on the front of the Controller.
a. From controller press Exit until
the controller is back to screen 1,
the Home page. From the Home
page press and hold Exit for
about 6 seconds – until the screen changes.
b. Press Adj to change security setting to None or
Remote. Press Set to commit change. The change
will be active until system is reprogrammed. Pressing
the Exit button without making changes cancels the
controller screen without saving changes.
c. NOTE: If security has not already been programmed
on the controller, adjusting the security setting via
the controller buttons does not do anything.
BACKUP AND RESTORE
Using backup and restore
The backup and restore feature requires that one or more
controllers on the system contain a micro SD Card.
•Recommendation: The Controller used to connect Design
Center contains the system’s micro SD card.
•Recommendation: Install one micro SD card per system.
Backup and Restore From Design Center
1. In Design Center click on System | Backup And Restore
and select from:
a. Full System Backup
b. Full System Restore
c. Restore Equinox Data From Backup.
i. Option “c”, restores Equinox profile information
on controller and opens programming screen.
2. If Backup is selected the system writes the current
controller programming to the micro sd card.
3. If Restore is selected the system opens a selection menu.
a. Last Week
b. Last Month
c. Last Quarter
d. User Initiated (only
shows when a
manual backup
operation has
been selected)
e. Choose Backup by Date
4. Choose Backup by Date
opens a complete
history.
5. These same operations
may be performed from
the controller via the
front panel buttons. See
InFusion Controller
Front Panel Button
Operation (above).
ENHANCED EMAIL
Expanded Email Options
1. Design Center 3.3 comes with new controller firmware
containing enhanced email support.
a. Gmail c. Outlook.com
b. Yahoo d. Etc.
NOTE: IC-1 and IC-II could differ in email support – IC-1 has
a smaller OpenSSL library do to memory restrictions. Test
to verify email operation on all email services.
2. In Design Center click on
Settings and select
Project Information.
3. In the Project Information window, select the Email tab to
open the email setup window.
4. The Server Address is the SMTP server information, for
example, smtp.gmail.com. The correct SMTP server
information is needed for the Email service being used.
Please check with the email service provider for the
specific SMTP Server information.
5. The User Name is the user name used when setting up an
email account, for example, [email protected].
6. Finally the Password is the password required to access
your email account.
7. Click OK when finished.
8. Tasks may be assigned to send emails as part of their
execution process. NOTE: Email setup in any Design
Center project helps the project be future ready for new
features.
9. In Design Center select Communication | Messaging | Send
Email.

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InFusion Controller and Main Enclosure Terminal Board
Possible Ground Loop Issues
All RS-232/RS-485 connections between third party equipment and RS-232/RS-485 connections on the Main Enclosure Terminal
Board, may produce a ground loop. Often the third party connected RS-232/RS-485 device is not using the same power source or is far
away from the Vantage enclosure resulting in a possible ground loop or data noise condition. If this condition is suspected, Vantage
recommends a third party RS-232/RS-485 Opto (optical) Isolation connection. Opto Isolation provides a communications link and is an
important consideration if a system uses different power sources, has noisy signals or must operate at different ground potentials.