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Installation Manual QD2040c The QD2040c Ubiquity Cloud Building Manager connects the site controller network with the Ubiquity Cloud™ servers. Ubiquity Cloud Building Manager 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com v.2108...
Contents Installation ......................3 Introduction ............................3 Material List.............................3 Mounting ..............................3 Input Connections ..........................3 QD2040c Power and Communication Connections ..............4 RS-485 Network Wiring ........................4 Three-Wire Network Wiring ............................5 Two-Wire Network Wiring ............................. 6 Startup ..............................7 Troubleshooting ............................ 7 Power LED Does Not Light Up ............................7 No Communications with Controllers on the Network ..................
• Wall Mounting Bracket Mounting The QD2040c is designed to be hung on a wall via the mounting screw holes in each unit. It may also be set on a shelf or table. If mounting on a wall, do not allow the mounting screws to touch the circuit board inside the enclosure.
A 120 Ω terminating resistor should be placed at each of the two ends of the network directly across the “A” and “B” wires. • If the QD2040c will be at one end of the network, hard-wire a 120 Ω terminating resistor across the “A” and “B” termi- nals of the QD2040c (See “Three-Wire Network Wiring”...
Last in Daisy Chain Earth Ground Only at one end Three-Wire Diagram Shielded, twisted three-conductor com- QD2040c at end of the network. NOTES: munications wiring with one end earth If using more than 64 controllers, grounded. (120 Ω balancing resistors use the second RS-485 port or provided.)
Last in Daisy Chain Earth Ground Only at one end Two-wire diagram Shielded, twisted two-conductor com- QD2040c at end of the network. NOTES: munications wiring with one end earth grounded. (120 Ω balancing resistors If using more than 64 controllers, use the second RS-485 port or provided.)
RS-485 address. 3. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port (C) on the QD2040c, and the other end to the network port provided by the customer, or to a cell modem (if utilized).
RS- 485 lines. A set of LEDs on each of the RS-485 ports on the QD2040c allow the building occupant to view operational status of the serial communication integrated board: •...
The Software Status section contains software/application-related information that identifies the level of patching of the unit. The Site Time is used by the local network and the QD2040c until the Ubiquity Cloud Server performs a time synchronization with the site.
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Application Options You must select a Network Polling Cycle Time for the QD2040c. This is the time interval that the unit will poll the entire network of controllers on all ports. You must select whether to allow caching the host name via DNS. Typically, this is left un- checked.
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Both RS-485 communication (COM) ports are configured using this interface. While the COM ports are automatically detected once the QD2040c is powered on, each active port will need to be configured to ensure proper functioning of the network. Ports can be enabled or disabled from the drop-down menu as well.
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When you are finished entering information in this section, click the Update Communication Info button. Security Information This section contains settings which control the security of the device within the QD2040c and whether it can be ac- cessed through the web interface.
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Security Information page. These tools provide you with access to managing the communication status of the QD2040c and the controller network connected to it. 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com...
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Commissioning Tools Ubiquity Cloud Connection Status This section displays the status of the connection between the QD2040c and the Ubiquity Cloud Server. You have three options for the message that will appear here: 1. Error - No Route to Host: The unit does not currently have an Ethernet connection.
System Commands This section describes how to set up system flags for the QD2040c. “Reboot Unit” sets a flag which will shut off and restart the QD2040c within a five-minute cycle. “Check for Update” contacts the Ubiquity Cloud Server for any updates relevant to its particular model number and software version.
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Configuration Command Line Interface Screens Gateway Configuration Application Options 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com...
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Configuration Proxy Options Extended Application Options 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com...
Appendices Appendix A: Local Management Port The QD2040c can be configured locally at the device using a laptop computer. If using this method of configuration, you will need: 1. Laptop with a hardwired Network Interface Card (NIC). 2. Ethernet cable.
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Appendices Change adapter options 3. On the Network Connections panel locate the Ethernet interface that is connected to the cable. Right click on the item and select “Properties.” Properties 4. On the Ethernet Properties panel locate the “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)”. Select that option, then click on the “Properties”...
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Appendices TCP/IPv4 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com...
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Appendices 5. On the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties change the IP schema to: • IP Address: 10.248.248.2 • Subnet Mask: 255.0.0.0 • Default Gateway: 10.248.248.2 • DNS: Blank 6. Click on the “OK” button and close the window. Port to static settings 2800 Laura Lane •...
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Appendices 7. Launch any web browser and type in the following address: https://10.248.248.1. Device address 8. Depending on your browser’s configuration, you may get the following screen: Privacy Error Warning Screen 9. Click on the “Advanced” button in the Privacy Error Warning screen. 2800 Laura Lane •...
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Appendices 10. Click on the “Proceed” link to take you to the next screen. Proceed Screen 11. Enter the Login user name and password. Login Screen 12. Configure the Gateway as needed. (See “Gateway Configuration Via Laptop” on page 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com 2800 Laura Lane •...
Appendices Appendix B: Revert Back to DHCP Settings If you have changed your laptop’s network configuration (See “Appendix A: Local Management Port” on page 18) and wish to revert back to its previous configuration, follow the steps below: Windows 10: 1.
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Appendices Properties 4. On the Ethernet Properties panel locate the “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)”. Select that option, then click on the “Properties” button. TCP/IPv4 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com 2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com...
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Appendices 5. On the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties “General” tab: 6. Click on the “Obtain an IP address automatically” radio button 7. Click on the “Obtain DNS server automatically” radio button 8. Click on the “OK” button. Revert back to DHCP settings 2800 Laura Lane •...
4.) Power on the monitor and switch to the prop- er input, based on the cable used. 2. Plug the USB cable into a free USB port on the QD2040c. Test keyboard connectivity by pressing Caps Lock to see if the LED on the keyboard illuminates.