Trane TR200 Operating Instructions Manual page 7

Introduction
About this Manual
First time users can obtain the most essential information for quick installation and set-up in these chapters:
Introduction
How to Install
How to Configure the System
For more detailed information including the full range of set-up options and diagnosis tools please refer to the chapters:
How to Control the Frequency Converter
Parameters
Troubleshooting
Technical Overview
BACnet (Building Automation and Control Network) is an open data communications protocol, American National Standard
(ANSI/ASHRAE 135-2004). BACnet provides a means by which computer-based control equipment from different
manufacturers can work together. BACnet is designed to handle many types of building controls, including HVAC, lighting,
security, fire, access control, maintenance and waste management. BACnet permits flexibility for expansion and different
equipment combinations.
Background information
Protocol name:
Technology developer:
Year introduced:
Governing standards:
Openness:
Physical characteristics
Network topology: Physical
media:
Max. Distance at low speed:
Transport mechanism
Communication methods:
Baud Rates Supported:
Termination:
Assumptions
This manual assumes you are using the BACnet Protocol with a TR200 series frequency converter. It is also assumed that your
system is equipped with a firmware supporting the BACnet communication services required by your application and that all
requirements stipulated in the BACnet standard, as well as those pertaining to the Variable Frequency Drive are strictly
observed as well as all limitations therein fully respected.
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BACnet
ASHRAE
1995
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135-2004 version 4, ISO
16484-5
Open specification
Bus
Shielded twisted pair
1200 meters (4000 feet)
MS/TP
9600, 19200 38400, 76800
120 ohm
TR200 Embedded BACnet Operating Instructions