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Introduction to FX16 Master Controller ................................................ 4
FX16 Master Controller Key Concepts ............................................................... 5
FX16 Master Controller..................................................................................................... 5
Installation............................................................................................... 6
North American Emissions Compliance..............................................................................7
Installation Procedures ....................................................................................... 8
Mounting the FX16 Controller .............................................................................................8
Connection Details..............................................................................................................9
Objects - on Local Link Extension Bus .............................................................................13
Connection Details for the RS-485 N2 Open Card ...........................................................16
Communication Card .....................................................................................20
RS-232C Communications Card.......................................................................................22
Connecting a Computer with the Null Modem Cable ........................................................31
User Interfaces .................................................................................................................34
Integral MUI ......................................................................................................................37
FX Programming Key........................................................................................................40
Inputs and Outputs............................................................................... 43
Introduction .......................................................................................................................43
Inputs and Outputs Concepts ........................................................................... 44
Analog Inputs ....................................................................................................................44
Digital Inputs .....................................................................................................................44
Analog Outputs .................................................................................................................44
Digital Outputs ..................................................................................................................44
Detailed Inputs and Outputs Procedures......................................................... 45
© 2007 Johnson Controls, Inc.
Code No. LIT-12011108
FX16 Master Controller
Technical Bulletin FX16 Master Controller
Issue Date May 14, 2007
www.johnsoncontrols.com

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Technical Bulletin FX16 Master Controller Issue Date May 14, 2007 FX16 Master Controller Introduction to FX16 Master Controller ..........4 FX16 Master Controller Key Concepts ............... 5 FX16 Master Controller..................... 5 Installation....................6 North American Emissions Compliance................7 Installation Procedures ..................8 Mounting the FX16 Controller .....................8...
  • Page 2 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin FX16D and FX16X (Not Rev. A) Master Controller 24 VAC Power Connection....45 FX16X Rev. A Master Controller 24 VAC Power Connection...........46 Analog Inputs ........................47 Digital Inputs ........................53 Analog Outputs .........................57 Digital Outputs ........................60 Extension Modules ......................63 Troubleshooting....................
  • Page 3 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Event Management......................93 Data Trend Logging ......................95 Time Scheduling .......................96 User Interfaces .........................98 Application Configuration and Commissioning ...............100 FX Builder ........................101 FX CommPro N2/LON ....................105 Security ...........................107 Application Upload/Download ..................108 Troubleshooting....................114 GSM Modem Not Able to Send SMS #1.................114 GSM Modem Not Able to Send SMS #2.................114...

  • Page 4: Introduction To Fx16 Master Controller

    Introduction to FX16 Master Controller Figure 1: FX16 Master Controller with Display The FX16 Master Controller is a high performance field controller in the Facility Explorer system. The FX16 Master Controller is specifically designed for commercial Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) applications, such as chillers and rooftops, indoor packaged air conditioning units, air handling units, and close control units.

  • Page 5: Fx16 Master Controller Key Concepts

    FX Tools Pro software package, for a wide range of commercial HVACR applications. The FX16 Master Controller is also available with a serial communication card for the integration into an N2 Open or ® Building Automation network system.

  • Page 6: Installation

    IMPORTANT: Use this FX16 controller only as an operating control. Where failure or malfunction of the FX16 could lead to personal injury or damage to the controlled equipment or other property, additional precautions must be designed into the control system. Incorporate and maintain other devices such as supervisory or alarm systems or safety or limit controls that are intended to warn of, or protect against, failure or malfunction of the FX16 controller.

  • Page 7: North American Emissions Compliance

    179 (7.05) 49 (1.93) 215 (8.46) Figure 2: Mounting Dimensions for FX16 (Shown with Integral User Display and Screw Connectors), mm (in.) Two different types of terminal connectors are available: spring clamp or screw connectors. The screw connectors are included, whereas you must order the spring clamp connectors separately.

  • Page 8: Installation Procedures

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Installation Procedures Follow these instructions to properly install and connect the FX16. WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. Disconnect power supply before making electrical connections. Contact with components carrying hazardous voltage can cause electric shock and may result in severe personal injury or death.

  • Page 9: Connection Details

    Digital Outputs Analog Outputs 8(3)250V~ Figure 3: Connection Details for the FX16 Master Controller LP-FX16D0x-000C, LP-FX16X0x-000C, and LP-FX16X5x-000C (with 9 Relays) In the FX16X Rev. A controllers, 24 VAC power is isolated at 500 V from the internal processor circuits. This isolation enables the use of the...
  • Page 10 Analog Outputs Power Supply Figure 4: FX16 Isolation Diagram Figure 4 displays the isolation diagram for the FX16 controller. Use the following list as a reference to understand the diagram: • (*) Opto-isolated from the Central Processing Unit (CPU) circuits (max.
  • Page 11 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin • Analog Outputs (AOs) are opto-isolated and externally powered at 24 VAC. To maintain the opto-isolation, you must use a separate power supply (3 VA) only for the analog outputs. • Digital Inputs (DIs) are opto-isolated and externally powered at 24 VAC.
  • Page 12 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Jumper Details AI2 AI3 AI4 AI5 1 2 3 Battery Figure 5: Jumper Connections Table 1: Jumper Connections Diagram Analog Input 0-20/4-20 mA Resistive, 0-10 V or Ratiometric Location AI1-AI6 Jumpers Closed Jumpers Open (Default configuration)

  • Page 13: Connection Details For Fx Slave Controllers - Distributed Application And Gateway Objects - On Local Link Extension Bus

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Connection Details for FX Slave Controllers - Distributed Application and Gateway Objects - on Local Link Extension Bus Figure 6 displays the connection details for the FX slave controllers on the local extension bus. Figure 6: Connection Details for the Slave Controllers...
  • Page 14 Consider the following information when you work with the connections details for FX slave controllers: • FX16 supports a maximum of 16 Facility Explorer slave controllers. All slave controllers may be in a Distributed Application or monitored by a Gateway Object, or you can use any combination that does not exceed 16 devices.

  • Page 15: Connection Details For I/O Expansion (Xt91/Xp91 Modules) On Local Extension Bus

    • Install 220-ohm end-of-line resistors at each end of the XT-Bus line when the bus length is greater than 100 m (330 ft). When the bus length is less than 100 m (330 ft), insert only one 220 ohm resistor at the FX16 Master Controller end only.

  • Page 16: Connection Details For The Rs-485 N2 Open Card

    Connection Details for the RS-485 N2 Open Card You can order the FX16 Master Controller with the RS-485 N2 Open communication card, or you can order the N2 Open communication card separately to insert the card at a later time. See Ordering Codes.
  • Page 17 Take suitable precautions. 3. Fit the standoff supplied with the card into the hole in the FX16 board (located close to the Local Link Bus terminals). 4. Press the connector pins into the communication board connector on the FX16 board and press the card over the standoff to fit the card firmly in position.
  • Page 18 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Align the pins as shown in figure Figure 11: Insertion of the N2 Open Card 5. On the upper DIP switch block (S2), set Switch 1: Models with an integral display: 0 = baud rate and N2 Address set on DIP switches...
  • Page 19 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin N2 Open Communication Card Connection The FX16 controller cover displays 1, 2, and 3 as the Supervisory Link terminals. For the N2 Open Communication Card, the connections to the RS-485 N2 Bus using the information in Table 2. The connections are polarity sensitive;...

  • Page 20: Lon Works

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Communication Card ORKS You can order the FX16 controller with the L communication ORKS card installed, or you can order the L communication card ORKS separately to insert at a later time. See Ordering Codes.
  • Page 21 Take suitable precautions. 3. Fit the standoff supplied with the card into the hole in the FX16 board (located close to the Local Link Bus terminals). 4. Press the connector pins into the communication board connector on the FX16 board and then press the card over the standoff to fit the card firmly in position.

  • Page 22: Rs-232C Communications Card

    LON Neuron® ID After you press the Service Pin located on the LON communications card (accessible through the controller cover), the FX16 controller sends a unique Neuron ID over the LON network. There is also a label on the LON communications card with the Neuron ID (number and barcode).
  • Page 23 IMPORTANT: The CMOS integrated circuits in the controller are sensitive to static current discharges. Take suitable precautions. Figure 17: Open the Controller 3. Fit the standoff supplied with the card into the hole in the FX16 board (located close to the Local Link Bus terminals).
  • Page 24 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin 4. Press the connector pins into the communication board connector on the FX16 board, and press the card over the standoff to fit the card firmly in position. See Figure 18. Figure 18: Insertion of the RS-232C Card 5.
  • Page 25 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Connecting the Modem You can connect the FX16 Master Controller to V.92 standard landline modem (suggested brand-U.S. Robotics) or to a GSM modem. See Ordering Codes. The functions of the FX16, through the RS-232C serial card, are defined in the software configuration. These functions also include event notification via SMS or e-mail to one or more users or groups of users and access to the embedded Web pages.
  • Page 26 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin LP-KIT007-001C is a 1.5 m (4.9 ft) long cable with DB9 male connector for the connection to a standard Land Line modem. See Figure 20. White Modem-CD Yellow RX-Data Grey TX-Data Black GND "D" Modem-DSR...
  • Page 27 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Consider the following information when you work with the connections details for the GSM modem cable: • Run the modem cable separately from line voltage/power cables and use a minimum of 30 cm (12 in.) separation for 230 V/30 A circuits.
  • Page 28 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Antenna Types The three available antenna types include: • unit mount antenna • remote mount antenna • panel mount antenna The Unit Mount Antenna (LP-KIT90-001C) plugs directly into the modem. You must mount the modem with antenna in a free space where...
  • Page 29 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin The Remote Mount Antenna (LP-KIT090-003C) has a permanent magnet in its base and is designed for mounting on a metal surface. It is supplied with a 2.5 m (8.2 ft) long cable and an adapter to connect the cable to the modem.
  • Page 30 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin GSM Modem Power The GSM modem requires 5 to 32 VDC power at 12 Watts (W) maximum to operate. The GSM Modem Power Adapter (LP-KIT090-005C) is a nonregulated AC/DC adapter with a wall plug for a Central European socket.

  • Page 31: Connecting A Computer With The Null Modem Cable

    Direct RS-232 Connection For local monitoring, you can directly connect a computer (instead of a modem) to the RS-232C port of the FX16 Master Controller using a null modem cable. The null modem connection is an alternative to the modem connection.
  • Page 32 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin controller and use Internet Explorer to navigate the FX16 Master Controller Web pages. See Figure 27. Figure 27: Connection Details for the Null-Modem Cable There are two codes available for cables: • LP-KIT007-013C: null modem cable 3 m (9.8 ft) long •...
  • Page 33 In case the distance between the controller and the personal computer needs to be bigger than 15 m (49.2 ft) (up to 1,200 m [4,000 ft]), you need to insert an RS-485 trunk between the computer and the FX16. See Figure 29.

  • Page 34: User Interfaces

    User Interfaces The FX16 Master Controller can support up to two user interfaces at the same time. An FX16 with an integral Medium User Interface (MUI) can support one remote MUI. An FX16 without an integral MUI can support two remote MUIs.
  • Page 35 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Figure 30: Installation for One Panel and One Wall Mount MUI...
  • Page 36 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin MUI-008_10 2002 Max 1 Km, total length MUI 1 MUI 2 FX16 FX15 FX15 "Universal" LL+ LL- +9V Com FX16 FX15 "Classic" V Com (-) V /~ (+) RT Com Com +16V LL- LL+ Figure 31: Installation of Two Wall Mount MUIs Assigning the MUI Address for Multiple Connections At power up, a remote MUI automatically has a default N2 address of 1.

  • Page 37: Integral Mui

    2. See Figure 33. Figure 33: MUI N2 Address Change Integral MUI Some models of the FX16 Master Controller have an integral display that you can also use to diagnose the FX16 Master Controller. Integral MUI Entry Page Details At first power-up the integral display appears (Figure 34 and Figure 35).
  • Page 38 • first row: Company name • second row: Device name and Firmware version • third row: Used to indicate the FX16 Status (for example, running mode or stopping mode) or error codes. • fourth row: Displays scrolling dots (for example, ….).
  • Page 39 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Common Error Codes or Diagnostic Messages Table 8 and Table 9 summarize the most common error codes (identified by xx - xxxx) and diagnostic messages (identified by F0-xxxx). Table 10: Error Codes Error Code Description...

  • Page 40: Fx Programming Key

    LP-KIT100-001_09 2002 Figure 37: Programming Key Connecting the Programming Key to an FX16 To connect the Programming Key to an FX16 Master Controller: 1. Turn off the controller. 2. Detached any connected user interfaces from the Remote Display Port JP2.
  • Page 41 Remote Display Port (JP2) FX16-018_09 2003 Figure 38: Programming Key Connection to FX16 Master Controller 4. Turn on the controller and download or upload the application. Connecting the Programming Key to a Computer Figure 39: Programming Key Connection to a Computer To connect the key to a computer: 1.
  • Page 42 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Table 12: Programming Key Adapter Kit Adapter RS-232C/485 Converter Not used RT - RT + 2. Turn on the Programming Key using the AC/DC power adapter. 3. Start FX Loader from the computer. 4. Upload the application.

  • Page 43: Inputs And Outputs

    The FX16 Master Controller features the following physical Input/Output I/O channels. You can directly connect up to 27 physical inputs and outputs to the FX16. The Input/Output I/O channels include: • 6 Analog Inputs (AIs) • 8 Digital (Binary) Inputs (DIs) •...

  • Page 44: Inputs And Outputs Concepts

    Digital Inputs The FX16 Master Controller accepts eight opto-isolated digital (binary) inputs from potential free contact. With the input filter set at 50 Hz, a transition counter (minimum 10 ms ON and minimum 10 ms OFF) is configured in the control application for any one or more of the digital inputs.

  • Page 45: Detailed Inputs And Outputs Procedures

    230VAC Figure 40: Powering FX16D and FX16X Controllers (Not Rev. A) and I/Os If isolation between the FX16 Master Controller internal processor circuits and the AOs and DIs are not required, run the power supply cable as shown in Figure 40, adding an external fuse (2 ampere) to protect against incorrect wiring.

  • Page 46: Fx16X Rev. A Master Controller 24 Vac Power Connection

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin FX16X Rev. A Master Controller 24 VAC Power Connection Extension Bus To Remote Display Analog Inputs Digital Inputs To Supervisor To Modem (Optional Not Used -20T50 (Optional NET B NET A Connectors JP1 and JP2 are in alternative...

  • Page 47: Analog Inputs

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Analog Inputs You can configure the six FX16 analog inputs to accept a wide range of voltage, current, and resistive input signals (in the related analog input object setup configuration using FX Builder). See I/O Technical Details for the complete FX16 I/O table.
  • Page 48 • ampere • voltage A configurable filter object is available in the FX16 application software. You can create the filter object for each analog input to reduce signal instability and to limit the rate of change of the input value.
  • Page 49 Figure 43: Active 0-10 V Sensor Connection You must configure the inputs to accept 0-10 V signals by the application software resident in the FX16. You must also open the AI Jumpers (factory default setting) to accept voltage inputs. See Table 13.
  • Page 50 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Connecting Passive Resistive Sensors The analog inputs in the FX16 Master Controller accept linear resistive signals as Resistive 2k ohm configuration. The Analog Input software can also linearize signals provided by the most common sensors such as Ni1000, Pt1000 (HT-9006), NTC 2k2 (RS-1143), NTC 10k (TM2141), and A99 (A99BB).
  • Page 51 Connecting Active Current Sensors The FX16 Master Controller analog inputs accept a maximum of four active current sensors (powered by the FX16) in the range 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA. You need to configure the AIs via software (and hardware jumpers) to accept current signals.
  • Page 52 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Connecting Active Sensors Powered by 24 VAC The FX16 Master Controller accepts active temperature, pressure, flow, and humidity sensors providing 0-10 V or current signals powered by 24 VAC. A second transformer (24 VAC/24 VAC, 3 VA maximum) powering the analog input is required to maintain the insulation from the microprocessor.

  • Page 53: Digital Inputs

    If you use DC voltage, make sure the power supply of the DIs stays independent from the controller power supply, as the FX16 (not Rev. A) Master Controller is only compatible with AC power. The digital inputs can use the same power supply as FX16 Master Controller or you can separately power them to maintain the isolation from the internal processor (CPU) circuits.
  • Page 54 Digital Input 8, Voltage-Free contact DI Com (32) Common Reference, Voltage-Free contact Note: The numbers between the brackets are the FX16 terminal numbers. IMPORTANT: Not respecting the power supply polarity may result in a short circuit causing the blowing of the external fuse.
  • Page 55 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin FX16X Rev. A Master Controller The eight digital inputs of the FX16 Master Controller (Rev. A) are powered internally by the 24 VAC voltage power supply of the controller. The power supply of the FX16 Master Controller (Rev. A) is isolated from the internal processor (CPU) circuits so that the isolation of the digital inputs is maintained.
  • Page 56 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Resistor 1kOhm Figure 50: Digital Input Connection A 1k ohm resistor must connect to the analog input terminals to prevent instability in the sensitive circuits from electrical disturbances on the wiring. You need to configure the analog input as an A99 input in FX Builder.

  • Page 57: Analog Outputs

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Analog Outputs The FX16 Master Controller provides four 0-10 VDC, 1.5 mA (5 mA in a Rev. A controller), opto-isolated analog outputs. The Analog Output objects provide the interface between the four hardware analog output channels and the control application.
  • Page 58 Common Reference AO V~ Hot (80) Power Supply 24 VAC Note: The numbers between the brackets are the FX16 terminal numbers. IMPORTANT: Not respecting the power supply polarity results in a short circuit causing the blowing of the external fuse.
  • Page 59 - FX16D and FX16X (Not Rev. A) Controllers FX16X Rev. A Master Controller The four analog outputs of the FX16 Master Controller (Rev. A) are powered internally by the 24 VAC voltage power supply of the controller. The power supply of the FX16 Master Controller (Rev. A) is isolated from the Central Processing Unit (CPU) circuits, so that the isolation of the analog outputs is maintained.

  • Page 60: Digital Outputs

    The FX16 Master Controller features nine digital outputs. The digital outputs are available in two hardware configurations with 9 relays, or 4 relays and 5 triacs. See I/O Technical Details for the complete FX16 Master Controller I/O table. The digital output objects provide the interface between the hardware digital output channels and the control application.
  • Page 61 A double isolation is between the groups; therefore, you can connect the groups to different voltage supplies. Connecting the Triacs The FX16 Master Controller triac (0.5 A, 24 VAC) digital outputs are commonly used to operate in Position Adjust Type (PAT) and Duration Adjust Type (DAT) modes.
  • Page 62 24 V ~ Down command DO5 (52) 24 V ~ Up command V ~ Hot (93) 24 V ~ Hot Reference DO 4/5 Com (53) 24 V ~ Common Reference Note: The numbers between the brackets are the FX16 terminal numbers.

  • Page 63: Extension Modules

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Extension Modules You can extend the input/output capacity of the FX16 Master Controller by connecting up to four extension modules via the Local Link Extension Bus. An extension module is formed by an XT91D00 processor/communications module and one or more XP expansion modules.
  • Page 64 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Digital outputs in extension modules can only be configured as on/off or pulse type, and the physical output may be a triac or a relay contact. Pulse type outputs switch on for a configurable period (1 to 1,275 ms) for each transition of the connected variable.

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Troubleshooting Reading 9999 or Invalid from the Analog Inputs • Error/Condition: The Analog Input object retrieves an Invalid value through network variables or the User Interface Unit shows 9999 or Invalid customized tag. • Problem: Happens in the case the signal applied to the Analog Input channel does not match with the one configured via software on the Analog Input Object.

  • Page 66: Operation

    Local Link Extension Bus The FX16 Master Controller features a Local Link Extension Bus that supports up to 16 slave devices. The FX16 can be in a Distributed Application (FX controllers only) or monitored by the Gateway function (FX controllers or N2 Open devices). The Local Link Extension Bus...

  • Page 67: Distributed Application

    FX16 and to browse alarms, logged data, configuration parameters, and controller variables included in the Web pages. The Web pages contained in the FX16 are developed at design time through a dedicated plug-in of FX Builder. You can limit the access to the navigation of the FX16 Web pages with several levels of passwords to different users.

  • Page 68: Supervisory Option

    (MUI) or on a Web browser. Data Trend Logging The FX16 Master Controller can log analog and digital data in onboard flash memory. The original FX16 controllers have a limited amount of memory for trend logging (16 variables). The latest FX16X Rev. A controllers have 4 MB of flash memory dedicated to trend logging of up to 40 variables from within the control application.

  • Page 69: User Interface

    The user interface display screen format is fully configurable at design time in FX Builder. The FX16 can also store a display database with up to five languages (downloaded at design/commissioning time). You can then select at runtime the display language from the user interface screen.

  • Page 70: Security

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Security The FX Tools software package and the Facility Explorer controllers come with embedded security features based on the use of two Identifiers (IDs): • Family ID (embedded in the controller hardware at the factory) •...

  • Page 71: Detailed Operation Procedures

    Detailed Operation Procedures Local Link Extension Bus The FX16 Master Controller is the highest level field controller in the Facility Explorer system and is very flexible in terms of expandability. The FX16 allows you to connect devices to the Local Link Extension Bus via expansion I/O modules, Distributed Application, or Gateway strategy.
  • Page 72 The best use of resources in the FX16 Master Controller is when you distribute control processes to the slave controllers. Do not use the FX16 as a supervisory controller for points not involved in a control process.
  • Page 73 • 4 XT/XP modules (64 variables) • 30 variables shared with each slave (240 total) • 255 network profile variables and parameters in FX16 controller • 200 objects running in the application Table 21shows the measured times in seconds for the transfer of a DI in the source device to a DO in the destination device.

  • Page 74: Distributed Application

    A distributed application is a control strategy managed by the FX16 Master Controller; however, a distributed application executes concurrently in the FX16 Master Controller and in up to 16 Facility Explorer controllers connected to the Local Link Bus. The network variables in the distributes application define the communication between the controllers.
  • Page 75 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Table 22: Connectable Slave Controllers Device Order Code FX05 Advanced Controller LP-FX05P1x-xxx (not for new installations) FX06 Compact Controller LP-FX06Pxx-xxx FX07 Terminal Unit Controller LP-FX07Dxx-xxx LP-FX07Axx-xxx FX14 OEM Controller LP-FX14Dxx-xxx FX10 Advanced OEM Controller LP-FX10D2x-xxx...
  • Page 76 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Distributed Application Variable Data Flow and Limits Other FX Figure 59: Network Variable Data Flow with Maximum Values...

  • Page 77: Gateway Function (Lp-Fx16X Rev. A Only)

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Gateway Function (LP-FX16X Rev. A Only) The FX16 Master Controller (Rev. A) features the Gateway object. The Gateway object can monitor up to 16 slave devices on the Local Link Extension Bus that are not part of a Distributed Application. These...

  • Page 78: Web Server

    When you configure the Web Service, you need to define the authentication couple data (user identification [UserID] and password) for each user who connects to the FX16. Multiple users can have the same authentication data; however, only one user can connect to the FX16 Master Controller at a time over the PPP connection.
  • Page 79 The FX16 Master Controller provides an embedded Internet Information Server (IIS), which allows you to view and work with Web pages in the FX16 controller. You can use two different kinds of PPP connections to access the FX16 IIS, depending on the user and application needs: •...
  • Page 80 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Figure 62: Make New Connection 3. If you want a direct, null modem connection, set the Network Connection Type to Set up an advanced connection. Figure 63: Network Connection Type, Direct Null-Modem 4. If you plan to dial in to the Internet, set the Network Connection...
  • Page 81 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Figure 64: Network Connection Type, Dial-In Internet Depending on the connection you selected, the configuration wizard prompts you to perform different actions. Setting up a Direct, Null Modem Connection To set up a direct, null modem connection: 1.
  • Page 82 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Figure 66: Phone and Modem option 3. Click Add. Figure 67: Install New Modem 4. Select the Don’t detect my modem; I will select it from a list option to select all available modems from the entire proposed list.
  • Page 83 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Figure 68: Select Modem Types 5. From the Models list, select Communications cable between two computers. This option sets up a new null modem device. Figure 69: Select the Installation Ports 6. Select the All ports option to scan all the RS-232C ports available on the computer.
  • Page 84 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Figure 70: Null Modem Created 8. Go through the Network Connection creation (see Figure 63) and select Set up an advanced connection and click Next. The system prompts you to choose the role of the computer within the connection.
  • Page 85 Hardware Features. Figure 73: COM Port Configuration You can now use the connection. 13. Enter the account data into the connection form and click Connect. Make sure the User Name and Password matches the ones configured in the FX16 Master Controller.
  • Page 86 After you choose Connect to Internet, the system asks you for an Internet account or if you want to create a new one. Because the Internet account is the same as the one from the FX16 Master Controller, you need to manually set up the connection.
  • Page 87 Service Provider (ISP) account. The information requested is the ISP name and the ISP telephone number. 4. Enter the phone number for the FX16 Master Controller. This phone number has the embedded Internet Information Server (IIS), which can manage Internet connections.
  • Page 88 The connection creation process is now finished. You must now enter the new connection name and create a new e-mail account, which is not necessary for an FX16 Master Controller connection. 6. Enter the account data into the connection form and click Connect.
  • Page 89 Web Page Loading Time Performance A performance test was performed with the following system configuration. An FX16 Master Controller performing a Distributed Application Strategy connected to: • a PSTN modem (56k V.92 U.S. Robotics Modem) • using Internet Explorer Version 5.5 as a browser.

  • Page 90: Communication Services

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Communication Services The RS-232C Serial Card is a plug-in card that allows the FX16 Master Controllers to connect to a modem (standard or GSM) or to a computer via the standard communication port of the computer (null modem connection).

  • Page 91: Supervisory Option

    Network. ORKS N2 Open Integration You can connect the FX16 controller to the N2 Open network of a Building Automation System (BAS). The BAS then has access to all the control network variables and parameters available in the FX16’s network profile.
  • Page 92 Network ORKS An FX16 controller fitted with a LON communication card enables the FX16 to send and receive data to and from LON controllers on a network. The FX16 controller can also send data on request ORKS to a supervisory system or a supervisory controller fitted with a network interface card.

  • Page 93: Event Management

    • analog value is outside of a desired range • status value represents a condition that is not normal When an event goes into the active state, the FX16 enters the event into the table of active events and the event history log with the time and date of occurrence.
  • Page 94 The Events Menu Item opens the Event Plug-In (Figure 83). The LP-FX16 (not Rev. A) Master Controller handles 20 events, whereas the latest LP-FX16X Rev. A Master Controller handles up to 250 events.

  • Page 95: Data Trend Logging

    Excel, for further processing and electronic storage. The trend logs can also be transmitted at regular intervals from one hour to every day via the telephone modem connection to an e-mail server. The FX16 generates a system event message if the trend buffer is not configured in the circular recording mode and the buffer becomes full.

  • Page 96: Time Scheduling

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Time Scheduling The FX16 Master Controller has a real-time clock with battery backup and clock, scheduler, and calendar objects. You can configure the FX16 (via FX Builder) to perform functions based on a weekly time schedule.
  • Page 97 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Use FX Builder to preconfigure the scheduler and FX CommPro to modify the scheduler in a graphic format. You can modify the scheduler from the integral/remote interface or Web page if the scheduler was configured in the application.

  • Page 98: User Interfaces

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin User Interfaces The FX16 Master Controller can support to up to two user interfaces allowing the capability to display and edit data point and information in the running application. The user interface application is fully configurable using FX Builder.
  • Page 99 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Multi-language Database All the text on the user interface display is fully programmable. You can enter up to five different languages using the table provided in the programming tool that lists all the texts for translation. You can then select the preferred language from a screen menu after you log onto the system.

  • Page 100: Application Configuration And Commissioning

    The configuration includes the definition of the devices to connect, the physical inputs and outputs and data points to monitor, and the format of the user interface. If a Web browser monitors the FX16 Master Controller, FX Builder provides the environment for the design of the Web pages and the data content for display on the browser screen.

  • Page 101: Fx Builder

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin FX Builder Figure 87: FX Builder Tool Use FX Builder to build the control application that the FX16 controller executes when downloaded into the controller. You also use FX Builder to generate a network profile through which the controller communicates to other devices on a control system network.
  • Page 102 When you develop an application, a maximum of 255 instances of the available objects can be included. The available objects in the FX16 controller are shown in the following table. The control application and logic can also interact with the alarm and event management, user interfaces, and communication services to generate information and alarm messages for the user.
  • Page 103 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin FX16 Master Controller Object List Table 24: FX16 Master Controller Object List Object List Object Input Analog Input Digital Input Occupancy Input Temporary Occupancy Fan Controller Command Input Counter Output Analog Output On/Off Output Damper PAT Output...
  • Page 104 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Object List (Cont.) Object Logic Functions AND (8 input) AND (2 input) OR (8 input) OR (2 input) XOR (8 input) XOR (2 input) Enumeration Override Enumeration Logic Output Override Logic Alarm Analog Alarm (Auto Reset)

  • Page 105: Fx Commpro N2/Lon

    2. Real Time Clock object was replaced by Clock and Date Set object. Note: The previous versions of these objects are listed for the FX16 as Obsolete and available only for compatibility with older applications. You can use several objects of the same type within one control application.
  • Page 106 N2 Open or LON protocol; this means that the controller needs to have the appropriate N2 Open or LON card assembled to communicate with the software. Through FX Loader, you can download (N2 Open only) Firmware updates of the FX16 Master Controller.

  • Page 107: Security

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Security The FX Tools Pro and Facility Explorer controllers have an embedded security feature based on two identifiers: the Family ID and the Customer ID. Family ID The Family ID identifies the different controller hardware types and prevents the downloading of an application to the wrong controller.

  • Page 108: Application Upload/Download

    Use an RS-232C to RS-485 converter (for example, IU-9100 or LP-KIT200-000C) to connect the computer to the N2 Open card of the FX16. Make sure the converter supports the Automatic Send Data Control and does not require Request To Send (RTS)/Clear To Send (CTS) control.
  • Page 109 FX16 controller. This is convenient when loading multiple controllers on a construction site or in the factory at the end of the production line. You can load the FX16 at the press of a button with no need for a computer, communication card, or converter.
  • Page 110 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Use the Programming Key to download the application to other FX16 controllers. Uploading the Application from FX Loader to the Programming Key To upload the application from FX Loader to the Programming Key: 1. Connect the Programming Key to the RS-485/232 converter via the plug-adapter and power the Programming Key with a dedicated AC/DC power adapter.
  • Page 111 FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Figure 91: Application Selection 6. Press the Programming Key button until the green Upload LED blinks. Confirm the Upload action by pressing the button for 3 seconds. 7. Click Next and then click Download the FX Loader tool.
  • Page 112 1. Turn off the FX16 controller. 2. Connect the Programming Key to the Remote Display terminals. 3. Turn on the FX16 controller. The Programming Key turns on, and the two LEDs blink alternately. This indicates that an operation has to be selected.
  • Page 113 To perform a Programming Key memory erase: 1. Turn on the key, either by hot-plugging it to an FX16 (already on) or with an AC/DC adapter. 2. Initiate the memory erase by pressing the key button down for 15 seconds.

  • Page 114: Troubleshooting

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Troubleshooting GSM Modem Not Able to Send SMS #1 • Error/Condition: The GSM modem is not able to send SMS. • Problem: This happens when the GSM modem field is not powerful enough. The GSM field needs to be strong enough to ensure proper communication.

  • Page 115: Null Modem Connection Problems

    • Error/Condition: While attempting to connect a computer via null modem cable to an FX16, the dialer retrieves Error 619. • Problem: If an attempt is made to connect to an FX16, which does not have a Web site defined in its application, the FX16 does not handle the communication port on incoming connections.

  • Page 116: Multiple Null Modem Connections Error

    • Error/Condition: The null modem connection retrieves Error 52. • Problem: This problem occurs when the user tries to simultaneously connect to different controllers. The FX16 is equipped with a static IP address. The Windows® operating system recognizes another name duplicated in the network.

  • Page 117: Specifications And Technical Data

    FX16 Master Controller, 6 AI, 8 DI, 4 AO, 9 DO (4 relays + 5 triacs), no communications card LP-FX16D11-000C FX16 Master Controller, 6 AI, 8 DI, 4 AO, 9 DO (4 relays + 5 triacs), N2 Open communications card LP-FX16D12-000C...
  • Page 118 FX16 Master Controller with display, 6 AI, 8 DI, 4 AO, 9 DO (relays), no communications card LP-FX16X51-000C FX16 Master Controller with display, 6 AI, 8 DI, 4 AO, 9 DO (relays), N2 Open communications card LP-FX16X52-000C FX16 Master Controller with display, 6 AI, 8 DI, 4 AO, 9 DO (relays), LON...
  • Page 119 Table 34: Demo Cases Ordering Codes Description DEMO-FX16-001 Demo Case FX16 Master Controller with N2 Open communication, 230 V DEMO-FX16-002 Demo Case FX16 Master Controller with LON communication, 230 V DEMO-FX16-003 Demo Case FX16 Master Controller with RS-232C communication, 230 V...

  • Page 120: Technical Specifications

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Technical Specifications I/O Technical Details IMPORTANT: For installation with Class 2 inputs and outputs only, no special mounting precautions are generally necessary. For use with one or more line voltage outputs (above 30 V), installation as part of a UL 508A industrial control panel may be required by the local building or electrical authority.
  • Page 121 Prescaler function: max. division by 100 34, 35 DI V~ Hot 24 VAC FX16 (not Rev. A): for isolation of DIs from the microprocessor a DI V~ Com separate 24 VAC power supply is required. Table 39: Digital Output (DO)

  • Page 122: Fx16 Master Controller

    16 bit resolution. FX16X Rev. A: 5 mA 79, 80 AO V~ Hot 24 VAC FX16 (not Rev. A): for isolation of AOs from the microprocessor AO V~ Com a separate 24 VAC power supply is required FX16 Master Controller...

  • Page 123: N2 Open Card

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Single Cable Lengths (Cont.) Max. 100 m (328 ft) with cables ≥ 0.6 mm, 22 AWG Digital Inputs DI1 - DI8 Max. 100 m (328 ft) with cables ≥ 0.6 mm, 22 AWG Analog Inputs AI1 - AI6 Triac Outputs Max.

  • Page 124: Gsm Connection

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin GSM Connection Table 44: GSM Modem GSM Modem GSM 900 GSM 1800/1900 Voltage Range 5 to 32 VDC Min. Typ. Max. Min. Typ. Max. Power Supply at 25°C Input Supply Voltage 13.2 13.2 Input peak supply at 5 V 1.8 A...

  • Page 125: Programming Key

    FX16 Master Controller Technical Bulletin Programming Key Table 45: Programming Key Power Supply Directly powered from the Display Bus port of the FX16 Master Controller or from an AC/DC adapter providing 12 to15 VDC 2 VA minimum Memory Type and Size...

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