Vantage Hearth STC4RW001 User manual

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INSTALLATION
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Overview
Vantage’s RS-485 stations connect to RS-485 devices and
communicates to Vantage via the station bus. This design
allows easy placement in close proximity to the RS-485 device
being interfaced with and eliminates additional wire runs
normally needed. The Vantage System may be programmed to
control RS-485 devices, or vice versa. There is an ever-growing
list of devices that communicate via RS-485 making this a
valuable resource in design and integration. The system also
allows “recognition” of RS-485 strings from third party
devices. When these strings are sent to or monitored by the
Vantage System any custom program may be executed.
System Specifications/Requirements
Description Specification
Dimensions, HWD 3.8” x 2.4” x 0.9”
97mm x 61mm x 23mm
Weight 8.2oz -or- 119g
Station Wiring
configuration Daisy-chain/Star/Branch
Station Bus Wiring
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 Equivalent
InFusion 0.75W on IC-24 / 0.75W on IC-36
Station Equivalent
QLink Counts as 2 Stations on Main Controller
Station Bus
connections* 24V / 36V Station Bus
Memory Buffer 64 KB
LED Indicators
Data Out (TX)
Data In (RX)
Diagnostic (Configured Status)
Finish Black
Ambient Operating
Temperature 32-95°F -or- 0-35°C
Ambient Operating
Humidity 5-95% non-condensing
*CAUTION: 36V stations have a symbol on the Serial
Number sticker. Any station, not displaying this symbol, should
not be connected to a 36Volt Station Bus.
System Requirements
This RS-485 station is designed for InFusion Systems or Q-
Systems. For QLink use software 3.3 and Firmware 6.3 or
higher. For new projects it is recommended that firmware and
software be kept to the most current release of either system.
Mounting
Installation of Vantage products should be performed or
supervised by a Certified Vantage Installer. The RS-485 Station
is connected to the equipment it will be interfacing with. The
small package will fit into most enclosures or hang behind the
equipment. There is a Station Bus Receptacle available that is
used to make a connection from the wall to the RS-485 Station
(part # ROS-1).
Station Connection
The RS-485 Station connects to a System Station Bus through
two screw terminals on one of the ends of the RS-485 Station.
The Vantage Station Bus wiring specification should be
followed for connecting the station to the station bus.
Connect the RS-485 station to a third party RS-485 device
through the three screw terminal on the other end of the RS-
485 Station. Screws connect A(-), B(-) and Ground.
Setup Using InFusion Design Center Software
First select the room, then click on Vantage Objects in the
Object Explorer and expand Stations, WireLink. From the list of
stations double click on the RS-485 Station to place it in the
room. In the Object Editor name the station and make sure it is
on the correct station bus port. Make sure the communication
protocol is setup to match the equipment it will be
communicating with. With the RS-485 Station defined, it may
be used to transmit and receive Strings. When you program a
task and select the Send Serial String procedure, the RS-485
station’s port will be an option as a destination.
Set up with QLink
In the location tab, select the floor and room the RS-485
station will be placed in. Click on Add from the Menu Bar and
choose Station, or right click with the mouse, and choose Add
Station. Select the RS-485 station from the list. The RS-485
Station Properties Dialog will pop up, allowing the
communication settings to be defined. Select the options for
Baud Rate, Parity, the number of data and stop bits, and the
end delimiter.
Using the Serial Out Function in QLink
With the RS-485 Station
defined, it may now be
used to transmit and
receive RS-485 Strings.
Program a button and
select Serial Out from
the function list, the
RS-485 Station will be an
option as a destination
port.

I N S T A L L A T I O N
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Configuration
When the RS-485 station is first connected, the diagnostic LED
will blink twice followed by a pause. This means the station is
connected correctly but is not configured. It is configured like
any other station. From Design Center, click on the Configure
Stations button on the toolbar or from QLink, Select System |
Configure Stations menu and select the radio Configure button
in the online configuration section. To finish configuring,
highlight the RS-485 station on the list of stations and press
the Config. Button on the front of the RS-485 Station. You will
need to use a small screwdriver or a paper clip to press this
button. The station may also be configured by typing the serial
number in the project file, using this method the station will
automatically be configured when the system is programmed.
Use care to make sure the station is assigned to the correct
Controller’s Station Bus. When configured the diagnostic LED
will blink evenly.
Diagnostic Information
The Diagnostic LED blinks 1 time evenly or 2, 3, 4, or 5 blinks
followed by a pause.
One Even Blink: The STC4RW001 is operating correctly and is
configured.
Two Blinks: The STC4RW001 is operating correctly but is not
configured.
Three Blinks: The STC4RW001 is not communicating with the
Controller. Check the Station Bus connection.
Four Blinks: Factory problem. Please contact the factory.
Five Blinks: The STC4RW001 is waiting to be configured.
Line Drawing