Temperature sensor with integrated pi control ; knx etr gl (24 pages)
Summary of Contents for Elsner Vari KNX 3L
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Vari KNX 3L, Vari KNX 3L-T, Vari KNX 3L-TH, Vari KNX 3L-TH-D, Vari KNX 3L-TH-D GPS Combined brightness sensors Item numbers 70382 Vari KNX 3L 70383 Vari KNX 3L-T 70384 Vari KNX 3L-TH 70389 Vari KNX 3L-TH-D 70390 Vari KNX 3L-TH-D GPS...
6.16.Air pressure measurement ................... 65 6.17.Wind threshold values ................... 66 Elsner Elektronik GmbH • Sohlengrund 16 • 75395 Ostelsheim • Germany Sensors Vari KNX 3L • from ETS programme version 1.0 Status: 18.06.2019 • Errors excepted. Subject to technical changes.
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6.25.2. AND logic connection inputs ..............92 6.25.3. Connection inputs of the OR logic ............. 97 Elsner Elektronik GmbH • Sohlengrund 16 • 75395 Ostelsheim • Germany Sensors Vari KNX 3L • from ETS programme version 1.0 Status: 18.06.2019 • Errors excepted. Subject to technical changes.
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The change status (software version and date) can be found in the contents footer. If you have a device with a later software version, please check www.elsner-elektronik.de in the menu area "Service" to find out whether a more up-to- date version of the manual is available.
The model Vari KNX 3L-TH-D GPS also receives the GPS signal for time and lo- cation and uses it to compute the position of the sun (azimuth and elevation).
KNX +/- bus connector terminal BCU type Integrated micro controller PEI type Group addresses max. 2000 Assignments max. 2000 Brightness sensor: Measurement range 0 lux … 150,000 lux Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Measurement range 0% RH … 100% RH Resolution 0.1% RH Accuracy ±7,5% RH at 0...10% RH ±4,5% RH at 10...90% RH ±7,5% RH at 90...100% RH Pressure sensor: Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Accuracy ±0,5°C at -30...+25°C ±1,5°C at -30...+45°C Vari KNX 3L: Ambient temperature Operation -30…+50°C, Storage -30…+70°C Communication objects: The product conforms with the provisions of EU directives. Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
2.2. Installation location Due to the GPS receiver, the Sensor Vari KNX 3L-TH-D GPS must be installed out- side. The other models can be mounted outside or inside. The Vari KNX 3L-TH-D GPS, Vari KNX 3L-TH-D and Vari KNX 3L-TH should be protected from condensation.
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Temperature variations from such sources of interference must be corrected in the ETS in order to ensure the specified accuracy of the sensor (temperature offset). Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Temperature and humidity sensor for Vari KNX 3L-TH-D GPS, Vari KNX 3L-TH-D, Vari KNX 3L-TH. Temperature sensor for Vari KNX 3L-T. Programming key on the bottom of the housing (recessed), see Addressing the de- vice Wall/Pole holder Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
If the power lead is to be hidden when in- stalled, it must emerge from the wall in the vicinity of the rear of the housing (marked area). Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Dimensions in mm. Varia- tions are possible for tech- nical reasons A/B 2× longitudinal holes 8 mm × 5 mm Position of the cable outlet (rubber gasket) in the housing Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Cable guide 2.4.3. Connection The connector is in the lower part of the housing. Fig. 12 Connect the device to the KNX bus via the pluggable terminal (+|-). Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
8 mm. Use a thin object to reach the button, e.g. a 1.5 mm² wire. Fig. 14 a+b Programming LED (under the semi- transparent cover) Programming button for teaching the device Housing from below Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
If there is major soiling, the function of the sensor may be compromised. ATTENTION The device may be damaged if water penetrates the housing. • Do not clean with high pressure cleaners or steam jets. Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
R-CT [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit Temperature sensor: External Input -WCT [9.1] DPT_Val- 2 bytes measurement ue_Temp Temperature sensor: Measured value Output R-CT [9.1] DPT_Val- 2 bytes ue_Temp Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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1 to 0 PeriodSec Temp. threshold value 3: Switching Output R-CT [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit output Temp. threshold value 3: Switching Input -WC- [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit output block Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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-WC- [7.5] DPT_Time- 2 bytes value 2: Delay from 1 to 0 PeriodSec Brightness sensor 1 threshold Output R-CT [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit value 2: Switching output Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Input/ RWCT [9.4] DPT_Val- 2 bytes value 2: Absolute value Output ue_Lux Brightness sensor 2 threshold Input -WC- [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit value 2: (1:+ | 0:-) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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-WC- [7.5] DPT_Time- 2 bytes value 1: Delay from 1 to 0 PeriodSec Brightness sensor 3 threshold Output R-CT [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit value 1: Switching output Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Total brightness threshold value 1: Input/ RWCT [9.4] DPT_Val- 2 bytes Absolute value Output ue_Lux Total brightness threshold value 1: Input -WC- [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit (1:+ | 0:-) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Total brightness threshold value 4: Input -WC- [7.5] DPT_Time- 2 bytes Delay from 1 to 0 PeriodSec Total brightness threshold value 4: Output R-CT [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit Switching output Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Twilight brightness threshold Input/ RWCT [9.4] DPT_Val- 2 bytes value 4: Absolute value Output ue_Lux Twilight brightness threshold Input -WC- [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit value 4: (1:+ | 0:-) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Input -WC- [7.5] DPT_Time- 2 bytes from 0 to 1 PeriodSec Humidity threshold value 1: Delay Input -WC- [7.5] DPT_Time- 2 bytes from 1 to 0 PeriodSec Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Models with humidity sensor only (70384, 70389, 70390) Dewpoint: Measured value Output R-CT [9.1] DPT_Val- 2 bytes ue_Temp Coolant temp.: Threshold value Output R-CT [9.1] DPT_Val- 2 bytes ue_Temp Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Air pressure sensor: Pressure range Output R-CT [16.0] text DPT_String_ASCII bytes Air pressure threshold value 1: Input/ RWCT [14.58] DPT_Val- 4 bytes Absolute value Output ue_Pressure Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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[7.5] DPT_Time- 2 bytes Delay from 0 to 1 PeriodSec Air pressure threshold value 4: Input -WC- [7.5] DPT_Time- 2 bytes Delay from 1 to 0 PeriodSec Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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1223 Weekly timer period 4: Switch-on Input RWCT [10.1] DPT_- 3 bytes time TimeOfDay 1224 Weekly timer period 4: Switch-off Input RWCT [10.1] DPT_- 3 bytes time TimeOfDay Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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1244 Weekly timer period 9: Switch-off Input RWCT [10.1] DPT_- 3 bytes time TimeOfDay 1245 Weekly timer period 9: Switching Output R-CT [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit output Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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1265 Weekly timer period 14: Switching Output R-CT [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit output 1266 Weekly timer period 14: 8 bit output Output R-CT [5.10] DPT_Val- 1 byte ue_1_Ucount Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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1286 Weekly timer period 19: 8 bit output Output R-CT [5.10] DPT_Val- 1 byte ue_1_Ucount 1287 Weekly timer period 20: Switch-on Input RWCT [10.1] DPT_- 3 bytes time TimeOfDay Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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1332 Calendar timer period 1: End date Input RWCT [11.1] DPT_Date 3 bytes 1333 Calendar timer period 1 sequence 1: Input RWCT [10.1] DPT_- 3 bytes Switch-on time TimeOfDay Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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1355 Calendar timer period 3 sequence 1: Output R-CT [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit Switching output 1356 Calendar timer period 3 sequence 1: Output R-CT [5.10] DPT_Val- 1 byte 8 bit output ue_1_Ucount Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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1403 Logic input 13 Input -WC- [1.2] DPT_Bool 1 bit 1404 Logic input 14 Input -WC- [1.2] DPT_Bool 1 bit 1405 Logic input 15 Input -WC- [1.2] DPT_Bool 1 bit Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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[1.2] DPT_Bool 1 bit 1448 OR logic 2: 8 bit output A Output R-CT 1 byte 1449 OR logic 2: 8 bit output B Output R-CT 1 byte Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Output R-CT 1 byte 1473 OR logic 8: 8 bit output B Output R-CT 1 byte 1474 OR logic 8: Block Input -WC- [1.1] DPT_Switch 1 bit Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
If there is no reception, GPS fault is 20 min • 30 min • 1 h • 1.5 h • 2 h … recognised after the last reception Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
4 towns in Austria 4 towns in Switzerland 2 towns in the USA E. longitude [degrees, -180…+180] (if input by coordinates is selected) [negative values mean "western longitude"] Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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(for Europe or USA summer time rules) (Day) (For user defined summer time rules) (Month) 1 ... 12; 3 (Hour) 0 ... 23; 2 (minutes) 0 ... 59 End of Summer Time: Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
5% • 10% • ... • 50% • ... • 100% Sending pattern for internal and total mea- • never sured value • periodically • on change • on change and periodically Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Threshold value setting using parameters: Set the threshold values and hysteresis directly. Threshold value setting using Parameter • Communication objects Threshold value in 0.1°C -300 … 800; 200 Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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None • 1 s • 2 s • 5 s • 10 s • … • 2 h (If delay can be set via objects: valid until 1st communication) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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= 1 send 1 Switching output sends on change to 1 and periodically if switching output = 0 send 0 Switching output sends on change to 0 and periodically Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Activate the required brightness threshold values at the individual sensors and at the total threshold value (in each case a maximum of four). The menus for setting the threshold values are displayed. Threshold value 1/2/3/4 No • Yes Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
% • absolute Hysteresis in % of the threshold value 0 … 100; 50 (for setting in %) Hysteresis in Lux 0 … 150000; 30000 (for absolute setting) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Switching output sends on change to 0 do not send message • If switching output = 0 send 0 Switching output sends on change and Send switching output status periodically Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Start threshold value in Lux 1 … 1000; 10 valid until first call Object value limit (min.) in Lux 1 … 1000 Object value limit (max.) in Lux 1 … 1000 Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Action when locking • do not send message • send 0 • send 1 Action upon release [Dependent on the "Switching output (with 2 seconds release delay) sends" setting] Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
No • Yes (in seconds) Switching delay on night none • 1 s … 2 h Switching delay on day none • 1 s … 2 h Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
If an external portion is used, all of the following settings (threshold values, etc.) are related to the overall reading. Use external measured value No • Yes Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
• after power supply restoration and programming Set the threshold value directly in the application program using parameters, or define them via the bus using a communication object. Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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• TV below = 1 |TV + hyst. above = 0 • TV below = 0 |TV + hyst. above = 1 Delays can be set via objects No • Yes (in seconds) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Switching output sends on change to 0 • Do not send message • if switching output = 0 send 0 Switching output sends on change and Send switching output status periodically Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Switching output sends on change to 0 and periodically 6.13. Dewpoint measurement Models with humidity sensor only (70384, 70389, 70390) The Sensors Vari KNX 3L calculate the dewpoint temperature and can output the va- lue to the bus. Sending pattern • never •...
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Switching delay from 1 to 0 None • 1 s • 2 s • 5 s • 10 s • … • 2 h for setting via objects: valid until 1st communication Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
6.14. Absolute humidity Models with humidity sensor only (70384, 70389, 70390) The absolute humidity value for the air is detected from the Vari KNX 3L and can be output to the bus. Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Models with humidity sensor only (70384, 70389, 70390) The Sensors Vari KNX 3L can send a message to the bus if the limits of the comfort field are exceeded. In this way, it is for example possible to monitor compliance with DIN 1946 (standard values) or even to define your own comfort field.
The ba- rometric air pressure is the pressure measured directly by the sensor (without compen- sation). Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Threshold value setpoint using Parameter • Communications object When the threshold value per parameter is specified, then the value is set. Threshold value in 10 Pa 3000 … 11000; 10200 Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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No • Yes Analysis of the blocking object • At value 1: block | At value 0: release • At value 0: block | At value 1: release Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
(setting via objects is ignored). Maintain the setpoint values and extension times recei- • never ved via communication object • after power supply restoration • after power supply restoration and programming Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Behaviour of the blocking object with value • 1 = Block | 0 = release • 0 = block | 1 = release Value of the blocking object after reset 0 • 1 Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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• Dual-level heating + dual-level cooling General setpoint values You may enter separate setpoint values for each mode or use the comfort setpoint as a basic value. Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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(not upon saving the setpoint value after programming) If setpoint values are entered separately: Min. object value heating/cooling -300…800; 160 (in 0.1 °C) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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A starting setpoint value is defined as well as a temperature range in which the setpoint value may be changed. Starting heating/cooling setpoint (in 0.1 °C) -300…800; 210 valid until first communication Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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(only for level 3 with 2 point control) • 8 bit object When using the control variable for a 4/6 way valve, the following applies: 0%...100% heating = 66%...100% control variable Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
You should set the time appropriate to the heating system at this point (observe ma- nufacturer's instructions). Maximum control variable is reached 0...5 at setpoint/actual difference of (in °C) Reset time (in min.) 1...255; 30 Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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2-point-control is used for systems which are only switched to ON or OFF. Control type • 2-point-control (is determined at a higher level for com- mon control variables) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
This setting allows individual input of the parameters for PI control. Control type • PI control Setting of the controller by • Controller parameter • specified applications Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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2-point-control (only level 2): 2-point-control is used for systems which are only set to ON or OFF. Control type • 2-point-control is determined at a higher level for common variables Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Characteristic curve description: External temperature point 1 (in 0.1°C 0 ... 500 ; 200 increments) Outdoor temperature point 2 (in 0.1°C 0 ... 500 ; 320 increments) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Use humidity control No • Yes General control Sensors Vari KNX 3L can be used to control one- or two-level dehumidification or combined humidification/dehumidification. Type of control • One-level dehumidification • Two-level dehumidification •...
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Enter, how the setpoint value will be received from the bus. Basically, a new value can be received, or simply a command to increase or decrease. Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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In case of a short reset time, the control responds with a fast increase of the control variable. In case of a long reset time, the control responds somewhat less Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
(if sent on change) Analysis of the blocking object • at value 1: block | at value 0: release • at value 0: block | at value 1: release Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
(setting via objects is ignored). Maintain the input values received via communication • never objects • after power supply restoration • after power supply restoration and programming Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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• 4 byte counter without math. symbol • 4 byte counter with math. symbol • 4 byte floating point Output value (if applicable output value A1 / A2) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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0 [Input range depending on the type of is exceeded output] if blocked 0 [Input range depending on the type of output] Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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No • Yes Analysis of the blocking object • At value 1: block | At value 0: release • At value 0: block | At value 1: release Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
The threshold values and delays received by the communication object Switching data should • not be retained • be retained after power restoration • be retained after power restoration and programming Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
Activate the required periods for the calendar timer. The menus for setting the timer are loaded. Use period 1 No • Yes Use ... period No • Yes Use period 4 No • Yes Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
• on change and periodically • on change to active and periodically • on change to inactive and periodically Send cycle 5 s ... 2 h; 10 s (if sent periodically) Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
OR logic 8 not active • active 6.25.1. AND logic 1-8 and OR logic outputs 1-8 The same setting options are available for AND and OR logic. Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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0 … 255 / 100% / 360° / 127; 0 monitoring period is exceeded Output value object B if 0 … 255 / 100% / 360° / 127; 0 monitoring period is exceeded Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
• Do not send message toring time • Send value exceeding [= value of the parameter "monitoring period"] 6.25.2.AND logic connection inputs Do not use Logic input 1 Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Switching output 1 Temperature inverted Switching output 2 Temperature Switching output 2 Temperature inverted Switching output 3 Temperature Switching output 3 Temperature inverted Switching output 4 Temperature Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Weekly timer period 4 inactive Weekly timer period 5 active Weekly timer period 5 inactive Weekly timer period 6 active Weekly timer period 6 inactive Weekly timer period 7 active Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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Calendar timer period 3 sequence 1 inactive Calendar timer period 3 sequence 2 active Calendar timer period 3 sequence 2 inactive Calendar timer period 4 sequence 1 active Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
AND logic output 6 AND logic output 6 inverted AND logic output 7 AND logic output 7 inverted AND logic output 8 AND logic output 8 inverted Sensors Vari KNX 3L • Version: 18.06.2019 • Technical changes and errors excepted.
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