Drive controller for blinds, roller shutters and sunshades, and as a • Switch actuator, e.g. for lighting, ventilation and the like. If used as a lighting controller, the individual channels of the RMG 8 and RME 8 / RMX 4 devices can be parameterised: •...
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 1.1 Advantages • Modular device concept with as many as 8 driving or 16 switching channels. • On-site device operation, e.g. an installation test of the drive mechanisms / lighting for example is also possible without bus voltage.
RME 8 - EIB 1.2 Areas of Application The RMG 8 EIB switch actuator and the RME 8 / RMX 4 switch actuators module are suited for the following applications (examples): • Control of awnings, blinds, roller shutters as well as various sunshades and sight protection devices •...
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 2 Technical Data 2.1 General Via bus voltage and a separate A.C. power supply Voltage supply: 1 bus connection (RMG 8 and JMG 4 only)
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 2.3 Connection Diagram Connecting the EIB Installation Bus As of: Apr-06 (Subject to change without notice) Page 8 of 36...
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 3.3 Communication Objects 3.3.1 Introduction The basic setting for each channel is the parameterization as a drive controller or as a switching channel with 2 outputs.
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB Channel Parameterised as a Switching Channel with 2 Outputs If the channel is parameterised as a switching channel with 2 outputs, one of four timing functions can be selected for each channel (see the table below).
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 3.3.3 Description of the Objects • Object 0 Name Function (refer to the overview) Drive 1 up/down Raise roller shutter/blinds with "0" and lower them with "1"...
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB • Object 2 Name Function (refer to the overview) Drive 1 height Raise/lower the roller shutter/blinds to a specific position. The position value is specified in %.
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB • Objects 40, 41, 42 Name Function (refer to the overview) Central priority 1, 2 Security objects: and 3 A security object enables an aimed reaction of the drives to a specific situation with a high priority (refer to the appendix Priority Order of the Drive Controller).
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB • Object 44 Name Function (refer to the overview) Drives central priority Forced up/down (2-bit object) The function corresponds to that of the Drives central object (see above) but this object has the highest priority and overrides all the other objects for as long as it is set.
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 3.4 The Parameters 3.4.1 General The "General" tab is used for setting the basic parameters. The parameters that can be set are listed in the table below.
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB Function of the Channels 3.4.3 Table 1-3: Parameters on the "Function of the channels" tab Designation Values Description Function of channel 1,...
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB Table 1-4: continued Designation Values Description Which security objects security 1 Setting that defines to which have to act (logical security 2 security object the drive is to "OR"...
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 3.4.5 Channel X.Y (Parameterised for 2 Switching Outputs) Table 1-5: Parameters on the "Channel X.Y" tabs Designation Values Description Timer functions...
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB Table 1-5: continued Designation Values Description How many impulses Keyboard input 1 to 40 A summing function enables the can be added max.
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 4 Commissioning The ETS database can be found at www.theben.de/downloadseite.htm#g. 4.1 Reaction without ETS Programming Without ETS programming, all the channels are set to the "drive" mode.
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB Determining the complete slat turn for blinds: • Set the parameters on the "Drives general" ETS tab as follows: • Lower the blinds until the slats no longer turn.
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 4.4 Expert drive application Special procedural strategies have been set up for applications placing higher demands on accuracy. When observing the setting instructions and using high-quality blinds, identical height and angle positions can be reached directly from any position without unnecessary travel times.
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB If the distance from the lower end of travel is substantial ⇒ increase the running time 8.1. considerably Reload the application and repeat the procedure as of item 3.
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB Table 1-6: Expert parameters on the "Drives general" tab Designation Values Description Wait time at changing 0.3 s, 0.5 s, 0.7 s, 1 s, 1.27 s...
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 4.4.2 Determining the Slippage Compensation of the Drive Mechanisms Refer to table 1-6: Expert parameters on the "Drives general" ETS tab Due to the increased drive load, the asynchronous motor can perform lowering operations faster than raising operations.
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Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB Slippage [%] = (4.8 * 100) / (200 * 3) = 0.8 % Annotation: The mechanical properties of blinds may change due to ageing, thus requiring an adjustment of the settings.
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 4.4.3 Feedback of the Drive Mechanism Height and Slat Positions In the ETS, the Height [%] object can additionally be parameterised as a feedback object that sends a new position to the bus as a percentage.
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 5 Operation 5.1 Operating Controls 5.1.1 Buttons The buttons are used to switch the relays on and off. Via an ETS parameter on the General tab you can lock the keyboard to protect it against unauthorized use.
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 5.3 Important Note Element / operating condition Note Bus connection without ETS programming Without ETS programming, the channels are set to the "drive" application...
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 6 Appendices 6.1 Priority Order of the Drive Controller and is stored in the case of a mains voltage failure If ETS parameter "Security" is selected accordingly If the associated "Auto comfort"...
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB Priority Order of the Switching Output Controller OFF (Standard mode) If the ETS parameter Dependence on object "Central permanent ON" is set to "yes"...
Blinds and switch actuator RMG 8, blinds actuator JMG 4 theben and switch actuator module RME 8 - EIB 6.4 Troubleshooting Indicator / Error Possible cause / Remedy Power LED flashes Indicates that the Key has been plugged An RME 8 or RMX 4 extension module was parameterised but is either defective or not available.