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EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 EasyIO FC 20 DDC User Reference V1.3...
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EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Document Change Log April 2013 Document created. July 2013 Software configurations added. Sept 2014 FC now support pulse input. June 2015 Serial address image. Serial Port settings explanations.
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EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Disclaimer EasyIO FC-20 is a product by EasyIO Holdings Pte Ltd Sedona Framework is a trademark of Tridium, Inc.
EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Introduction The EasyIO FC series is aimed at affordable ‘canned’ solutions for standalone applications, such as Roof Top Units, Fan Coils, AHU’s, package units etc. EasyIO FC20 controller comes with built in bootloader program. Built in bootloader program will enable user to upgrade firmware without sending back to factory.
Hardware Configurations Power supply Connection Both AC and DC can be used for EasyIO FC-20 controller. Refer to electrical specification for the working range. In order to avoid damage on the controller input/output devices and RS485 connection, use individual power supply for each controller. If a single power supply is used, make sure controller power supplies are connected with the same polarity.
EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 RS485 Connection RS485 connection must be terminated at both ends with termination resistor, typically 120Ohms. It is recommended to use shielded twisted pair wire (STP) for the wiring. Lightning protection circuit is recommended to be installed at one end of the wiring. The controller should be wired in daisy chain network topology as shown as image below.
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EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 RS 485 Serial port settings. Every EasyIO FC controller comes with 2 RS -485 ports respectively D1 and D2. Below is a table explaining the details for each serial port configurations. Port Number Protocol Communications supported...
EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Jumpers Setting Below image shows the jumper setting for Universal Input, Analog Output, BACnet/Modbus Selection, and the BACnet MSTP ID (1~127) or Modbus Serial ID (1~127). The controller comes with BACnet and Modbus protocols selection. By default, Modbus protocol is selected.
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EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 EasyIO FC-20 enlarged DIP switch Setting DIP switch Functions Remarks number Protocol Setting On = Bacnet MSTP Off = Modus RTU Serial Address (Address 64) Serial Address (Address 32) Serial Address (Address 16) Serial Address (Address 8)
EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Digital Output Wiring Connection EasyIO FC-20 has four general purpose isolated digital output connections (relay output). Each relay output able to drive up to 1A 30VDC/ 48VAC load. It does not output voltage or current. It is a dry relay contact.
EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Universal Input Connection EasyIO FC-20 has twelve non-isolated universal inputs. The universal input supports three type of analog signal i.e. resistance, voltage and current transmitter via hardware jumper and internal register settings: a) Resistance – The working range of resistance is 0 – 300K Ohms. If the input is configured as Thermistor type, the system provides 8 customizable temperature lookup tables for resistance to temperature translation.
Universal Input as Pulse Input specifications, Max 20Hz Analog Output Connection EasyIO FC-20 has four Analog Output connections. Each Analog Output can be configured to drive voltage or current output via hardware jumper setting and internal register settings. The working range for voltage is 0 – 10V and for current either 0 – 20mA or 4 – 20mA. For current transmitter, the circuit able to drive load impedance up to 800 ohm which is ideal for long wire connection (up to 500 meter wire length).
EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Buttons and Indications The controller will do a hardware reset when the Reset Button is pressed whenever manual restart is required. The Service button is used to activate the built-in bootloader program for software upgrade.
EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Software Configurations In order to connect to the new EasyIO FC Series via the Virtual Machine, some files are needed. EasyIO FC series is not a Sedona Controller but it uses the Sedona environment to program it.
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EasyIO FC20 User Reference v1.3 Step 5 For Niagara Ax 3.6.xx user. Drag and drop it in to the sedona root folder. Hit “Yes” on the pop up to merge the files.
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For Niagara Ax 3.7.xx user. Drag and drop it in to the sedona root folder. Hit “Yes” on the pop up to merge the files. Step 7 Re-open workbench and connect to EasyIO FC-20 controller. Refer to EasyIO FC-20 Programming Guide for more details.
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