Bosch B426 - Conettix Ethernet Communication Module Installation Guide

Overview

The B426 Ethernet Communication Module is a four-wire powered SDI, SDI2, or Option bus device that provides two-way communication with compatible control panels over IPv4 or IPv6 Ethernet networks. The B426 on-board switch determines the bus address of the device. Configuration of the B426 is performed through the B426 configuration web pages. On SDI2 control panels, configuration can also be done on the keypad or through Remote Programming Software (RPS).

Callout ― Description

1 ― Ethernet RJ-45 port

2 ― Yellow LINK LED

3 ― Green 100MB LED

4 ― Address switch

5 ― Heartbeat LED (blue)

6 ― Data bus communication LEDs (TX and RX)

7 ― SDI2 terminal strip (to control panel or additional modules)

8 ― SDI2 interconnect wiring connectors (to control panel or additional modules)

9 ― Tamper switch connector

One address switch determines the address for the B426 Conettix Ethernet Communication Module. The control panel uses the address for communications. Use a slotted screwdriver to set the address switches.

NOTICE!
The module reads the address switch setting only during power up. If you change the switches after you apply power to the module, you must cycle the power to the module in order for the new setting to be enabled.

Set the address switches per the control panel configuration. If multiple B426 modules reside on the same system, each B426 module must have a unique address.

Figure 2.1: Address switch

The B426 address switch provides a ones value for the module's address. Figure 2.1 shows the address switch setting for address 1. Refer to Table 2.1 for panel-specific settings.

Control panels	Switch position	B426 address	Bus type	Function
For web-based configuration	0	Configurable	Any	Web-based configuration
GV4 and B Series	1	1	SDI2	Automation, Remote Programming, or Reporting
GV4 Series	2	2
GV4/GV3/, GV2 Series, G Series v6.3 or higher	3	80	SDI	Automation
	4	88		Remote programming or Reporting
GV4 and GV3 Series	5	92
FPD-7024	9	250	Option

Table 2.1: Address switch settings

After you set the address switches for the proper address, install the module in the enclosure, and then wire it to the control panel and other devices.

NOTICE!
Remove all power (AC and battery) before making any connections. Failure to do so might result in personal injury and/or equipment damage.

Mount the module into the enclosure's 3-hole mounting pattern using the supplied mounting screws and mounting bracket. Refer to Figure 3.1.
Figure 3.1: Mounting the module in the enclosure

Callout ― Description

1 ― Module with mounting bracket installed

2 ― Enclosure

3 ― Mounting screws (3)

For instructions on this optional switch, refer to the Conettix Ethernet Communication Module (B426) Installation and Operation Guide (P/N: F01U266226) and the EZTS Cover and Wall Tamper Switch Installation Guide (P/N: F01U003734).

When you wire a B426 to an SDI or SDI2 control panel, you can use either the module's terminal strip labeled R, Y, G, B (PWR, A, B, COM) or the module's interconnect wiring connectors (wire included). Figure 1.1 indicates the location of both the terminal strip and the interconnect connectors on the module. Refer to Figure 3.2.

NOTICE!
Use either the terminal strip wiring or interconnect wiring connector to the control panel. Do not use both. When connecting multiple modules, you can combine terminal strip and interconnect wiring connectors in series.

Run the wires from the module to the data bus terminals on the compatible control panel. Refer to Figure 3.2.

Figure 3.2: Wiring to the control panel (GV4 Series and FPD-7024 control panel shown)

Callout ― Description

1 ― SDI2 control panel. For SDI control panels, wire R, Y, G, B to the SDI bus.

2 ― Interconnect wiring connectors

3 ― To Ethernet network

4 ― Terminal strip wiring

5 ― Interconnect cable (P/N: F01U079745) (included)

6 ― Option bus control panel

Configure the B426 using one of the methods described in this section for your control panel type.

NOTICE!
By default, when connecting a field replacement B426 to an existing SDI2 Control Panel, the panel overrides the module settings. To keep custom module settings when you connect a module to a configured SDI2 control panel, you must disable Panel Programming using web-based configuration, prior to connecting to the SDI2 bus.

An SDI2-compatible control panel automatically configures a newly connected module.

1. Ensure the B426 is new, or defaulted to the factory settings.
2. Set the address switch to the correct address for the control panel (SDI2 control panels use address 1 or 2).
3. Program the control panel communication settings using RPS or the keypad.
4. Connect the module to the control panel bus and apply power.

Configure an SDI, option bus control panel

Configure for an SDI or option bus control panel using one of the methods described in this section.

When installing under the following conditions, the B426 needs no further configuration:

• DHCP is available on your network.
• AES encryption is not required.
• Default B426 port settings (UDP on Port 7700) are permitted by the network administrator.

For installations where additional non-default settings are required, a web-based configuration menu is available.

Determine the module's hostname or IP address by one of the following methods:

• Locate the IP address in the table on the DHCP server (networked modules).
• Use Auto IP to direct connect from your PC to the B426. Within 60 seconds, the B426 temporarily assumes address 169.254.1.1 for configuration. (Refer to the Conettix Ethernet Communication Module Installation and Operation Guide for more information on using these methods.)

NOTICE!
Before proceeding, ensure that the web browser is not configured to use a proxy server. Refer to the browser's online help for instructions on disabling proxy service.

To use web-based configuration (B426 configuration web pages):

1. Open an internet browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher, or Mozilla Firefox 3 or higher) and type in the B426's IP address. The B426's login page opens.
2. Enter the default password: B42V2 and click Login. The Device Information home page opens.
3. Browse to the desired settings page and configure the parameters.
4. Click OK and then click Save & Execute to save and apply all changes to the device.

NOTICE!
Before browsing to a new settings page, you must click OK to save edited values.

The B426 module includes the following on-board LEDs to assist with troubleshooting issues (refer to Figure 1.1 for the location of the LEDs):

• Heartbeat (system status). Refer toTable 5.1.
• Data Bus communication. Refer toTable 5.2
• Ethernet communication. Refer toTable 5.3.

Flash pattern	Function
Flashes once every 1 sec	Normal state: Indicates normal operation state.
3 quick flashes every 1 sec	Communication error state: Indicates (the module is in a "no communication state") resulting in an SDI2 communication error.
On Steady	LED trouble state: Module is not powered (for OFF Steady only), or some other trouble condition prohibits the module from controlling the heartbeat LED.
Off

Table 4.1: Heartbeat LED descriptions

Flash pattern	Function
RX (Receive) flashes	Occurs when the control panel bus receives a message.
TX (Transmit) flashes	Occurs when the control panel bus sends a message.

Table 4.1: Data bus LEDs descriptions

LINK (yellow) flash pattern	100mb (green) flash pattern	Function
Off	Off	No Ethernet link
On Steady	Off	10 BASE-T link
Flash	Off	10 BASE-T activity
On Steady	On Steady	100 BASE-T link
Flash	On Steady	100 BASE-T activity

Table 4.1: Ethernet LINK and 100mb LEDs descriptions

To show the firmware version using an LED flash pattern:

• If the optional tamper switch is installed:
  With the enclosure door open, activate the tamper switch (push and release the switch).
• If the optional tamper switch is NOT installed: Momentarily short the tamper pins.

Refer to Figure 6.1 for an example of flash patterns.

Figure 6.1: Firmware LED flash patterns

When the tamper switch is activated (closed to open), the heartbeat LED stays OFF for 3 sec before indicating the firmware version. The LED pulses the major, minor, and micro digits of the firmware version, with a 1 sec pause after each digit.

Flashing patterns do not start until the tamper is open (short is removed). In the following is an example, the version 1.4.3 shows as LED flashes:
[3 sec pause] *___****___*** [3 sec pause, then normal operation].

Dimensions	59.5 mm x 108 mm x 16 mm (2.19 in x 4.25 in x 0.629 in)
Voltage (operating)	12 VDC nominal
Current (maximum)	100 mA max
Connectors	LAN/WAN: RJ-45 modular port (Ethernet)
Ethernet cable	Category 5 or better unshielded twisted pair, 100 m (328 ft) max length
Interface	IEEE 802.3
Data bus wire size	1.02 mm to 0.65 mm (18 AWG to 22 AWG)
Data bus wire length	Maximum distance - Wire size: 150 m (500 ft) - 0.65 mm (22 AWG) 300 m (1000 ft) - 1.02 mm (18 AWG)
Web browser	Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher; Mozilla Firefox 3 or higher
Compatibility	D9412, D7412, D7212, D9112 G Series Version 6.3 or higher GV2 Series GV3 Series GV4 Series B5512/B4512/B3512

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