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- Page 1 Communication Hub Model: HUB-1 8 Pheasant Run Newtown, PA 18940 USA email: info@morningstarcorp.com www.morningstarcorp.com...
- Page 2 Dimensions in millimeters [inches]...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1.0 Getting Started 1.1 What’s in the Box? 1.2 Features 2.0 Mounting 2.1 Required Tools 2.2 Wall Mounting 2.3 DIN Rail Mounting 3.0 Network Connections 3.1 Networking Rules 3.2 Example Networks 4.0 Operation 4.1 Status LEDs 4.2 Maintenance 5.0 Troubleshooting 6.0 Warranty 7.0 Technical Specifi... - Page 4 There are no user serviceable parts inside the Meter Hub. Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the controller. • There are no fuses or disconnects inside the Meter Hub. • Do not allow water to enter the product. Morningstar Corporation...
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Page 5: Getting Started
1.0 Getting Started 1.1 What’s in the Box? Meter Hub Operator’s Manual Five MeterBus RJ-11 Cables, 1 meter (3 ft) in length Four Mounting Screws Meter Hub Operator’s Manual... -
Page 6: Features
Power output for meters or linking Meter Hubs 4- Mounting Feet For wall mounting the Meter Hub 5 - Ports 1 - 4 Isolated network ports 6- DIN Rail Release Tab Snap on / Release from DIN rail Morningstar Corporation... -
Page 7: Mounting
2.0 Mounting 2.1 Required Tools Philips screw driver Wire strippers Wire clippers If wall mounting - Drill If wall mounting - 3 mm (1/8”) drill bit Meter Hub Operator’s Manual... -
Page 8: Wall Mounting
Hub and drill 3 mm (1/8”) pilot holes at each mark. Step 4 Place the Meter Hub onto the surface and align the mounting feet holes with the four pilot holes. Use #10 screws (included) to secure the Meter Hub to the surface. Morningstar Corporation... -
Page 9: Din Rail Mounting
FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR ETER ETER METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 MeterBus Communication Hub FOR INDOOR USE ONLY Figure 2. Mounting the Meter Hub on DIN rail. Step 1 The DIN rail location should be protected from direct sun, high temperatures, corrosive fumes, and water. - Page 10 fi gure 2 (action #3). The tab will fi rmly snap when properly engaged with the DIN rail. CAUTION: Equipment Damage Never attempt to remove the Meter Hub from the DIN-rail without fi rst releasing the DIN rail tab. Damage to the Meter Hub will result! Morningstar Corporation...
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Page 11: Network Connections
MeterBus network. Networked controllers can share data and display net system information on a TriStar Meter 2. Table 1 below lists all Morningstar Devices that can be networked using the Meter Hub. Table 1 is divided into two columns. The fi rst col- umn lists devices that supply power to the MeterBus Network. -
Page 12: Networking Rules
Only one device from column X of table 1 can be connected to each port on the Meter Hub. Devices listed in column Y of table 1 require MeterBus power. For this reason, devices in this column cannot be the only device con- nected to ports 1-4. Morningstar Corporation... - Page 13 Multiple Meter Hubs can be connected using the Link Out/Link In ports A&B. Software and Firmware All devices on a MeterBus network must be programmed with a unique MeterBus address. The MeterBus address of each device can be modifi ed using a TriStar Meter 2 or MSView PC software. See individual product documentation for details about networking.
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Page 14: Example Networks
TriStar FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR ETER ETER METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 MeterBus Communication Hub FOR INDOOR USE ONLY TriStar Figure 3. Small Network Diagram A simple two TriStar system with meter is shown in fi gure 3 above. The TriStar on Port 1 is electrically isolated from the TriStar on Port B and meter on Port A. - Page 15 Example Network #2: Typical Medium-sized Network TriStar Meter FOR USE WITH ETER MORNINGSTAR ETER METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 MeterBus Communication Hub FOR INDOOR USE ONLY Relay TriStar TriStar Driver With Meter Figure 4. Medium-sized Network The Medium-sized network shown in fi gure 4 includes three TriStars, one Relay Driver, and two meters.
- Page 16 MORNINGSTAR MORNINGSTAR ETER ETER ETER ETER METERBUS NETWORKS METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 MODEL: HUB-1 MeterBus Communication Hub MeterBus Communication Hub FOR INDOOR FOR INDOOR USE ONLY USE ONLY TriStar Figure 5. Multiple Meter Hub Network For large systems, multiple Meter Hubs can be connected via the Link In / Link Out ports A &...
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Page 17: Operation
4.0 Operation After the Meter Hub has been mounted and wired into the network, there are few operator tasks to perform. This section provides information pertaining to the normal operation and maintenance of the Meter Hub. 4.1 Status LEDs Five Status LEDs indicate proper network connection to each port. The Status LED on Port B indicates power status for the Meter Hub. -
Page 18: Maintenance
The Meter Hub is designed to run automatically without the need for user intervention. However, the operator should perform the following tasks annually to ensure continued operation: Verify that the Status LEDs indicate normal operation. Check all network connections for corrosion or loose connections. Inspect the case for nesting insects Morningstar Corporation... -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
5.0 Troubleshooting Problem: A device is connected to a Meter Hub port, but the Status LED for the port is not ON. Verify that the connected device is listed in column X of table 1 on page 11. A device from column X is required to power the port. Try a different network cable. -
Page 20: Warranty
The Meter Hub is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment to the original end user. Morningstar will, at its option, repair or replace any such defective products. -
Page 21: Technical Specifi Cations
7.0 Technical Specifi cations Electrical Minimum Isolation (Ports 1-4) 500 Volts Self-consumption (per port) 8 mA Mechanical Dimensions 135x108x37 mm 5.3x4.3x1.5 in Weight 0.19 kg / 0.41 lbs Port Connections RJ-11, gold plated Enclosure Type 1, indoor rated Compatible DIN rail 35 mm standard Environmental Operating Temperature...
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