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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Important Read this document thoroughly before installation and before use of the device and follow all recommendations; keep this document with the device for future consultation.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 INTRODUCTION Introduction c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ is a range of programmable controllers for cooling and air conditioning applications. The controllers are equipped with a significant number of input and output arrangements which make it possible to create a flexible, modular and expandable network of control devices.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Summary table of available models, their main characteristics and purchase codes The following table contains a description of the available models. Available models EPK4BHQ EPK4BHT EPK4LHQ...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 PWM/0810 V 0820 mA/4820 mA/0810 V Digital outputs (electromechanical relays; A res. EPK4BHQ EPK4BHT EPK4LHQ EPK4LHT EPK4DHQ EPK4DHT @ 250 VAC) 3 A SPST 3 A SPDT...
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3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 DATA TECHNICAL ”. The following table shows the purchase codes. Available models EPK4BHQ EPK4BHT EPK4LHQ EPK4LHT EPK4DHQ EPK4DHT For additional models, please contact the EVCO distribution network. page 8 of 55...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 DESCRIPTION Description The following drawing shows the appearance of the devices. The following table shows the meaning of the parts of the devices. PART MEANING K1 and K2 digital outputs...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 digital inputs 6... 13 signalling LED K8 and K9 digital outputs K10 digital output For additional information, please refer to the following chapters. page 10 of 55...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATION Dimensions: The following drawing shows the measurements of the devices (8 DIN modules), in mm (in). Installation The device is installed on a DIN 35.0 x 7.5 mm (1.377 x 0.295 in) or 35.0 x 15.0 mm (1.377 x 0.590 in), track in a control panel.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 To remove the devices, first remove any screw8in removable terminal boards mounted in the lower part, then trigger the DIN track clip with a screwdriver as show in the following picture: To install the devices again, first press the clip of the DIN track.
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 DATA TECHNICAL ” do not install the device near to any heat sources (heating elements, hot air ducts etc.), equipment containing powerful magnets (large diffusers, etc.), areas affected by direct sunlight, rain, humidity, excessive dust, mechanical vibrations or...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 ELECTRIC CONNECTION Connectors The following drawing shows the connectors of the devices. Meaning of connectors The following tables show the meaning of the various device connectors.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 DATA TECHNICAL ". POWER Device power supply (24 VAC/DC not insulated) If the device runs on direct current, it shall be necessary to pay attention to the polarity of the supply voltage.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 ANALOG INPUTS Analog inputs Please see paragraph 6 "CONFIGURATION" for the settings of the analog inputs. PART MEANING analog inputs ground analog input 1 settable by way of the PTC, NTC, Pt 1000 probes configuration parameter, transducers 0820 mA, 4820...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 DIGITAL INPUTS Digital inputs. PART MEANING COM1 common digital inputs digital input 6 (24 VAC/DC, 50/60 Hz opto8isolated) digital input 7 (24 VAC/DC, 50/60 Hz opto8isolated)
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 ANALOG INPUTS / OUTPUTS Analog inputs and outputs Please see paragraph 6 "CONFIGURATION" for the settings of the analog inputs and outputs. PART MEANING analog inputs and outputs ground...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 usually open contact for digital output 5 (electromechanical relay with 3 A res. @ 250 VAC) usually open contact for digital output 6 (electromechanical relay with 3 A res. @ 250 VAC) common digital output 7 usually open contact for digital output 7 (electromechanical relay with 3 A res.
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 B1/8 RS8485 MODBUS master/slave port negative pole A2/+ RS8485 MODBUS slave port positive pole B2/8 RS8485 MODBUS slave port negative pole The following table shows the Function codes supported by the device, provided that it works in commander mode with a MODBUS communication protocol.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 ETHERNET Ethernet MODBUS TCP, Web Server port Please see paragraph 6 "CONFIGURATION" for the settings of the Ethernet MODBUS TCP, Web Server port. Insertion of the termination resistor of the CAN CANBUS port To reduce reflections on the signal transmitted through the cables connecting the devices to a CAN network it is necessary to insert the termination resistor of the first and last elements of the network.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Example of electric connection The following drawing shows and example of the electric connection of the devices. page 22 of 55...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Warnings for the electric connection do not use electric or pneumatic screwdrivers on the device terminal board if the device has been taken from a cold to hot place, humidity could condense inside; wait about 1 hour before powering it...
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CAN network using a twisted pair position the power cables as far away as possible from the signal cables do not use the device as a safety device for repairs and information regarding the device, contact the EVCO sales network. page 25 of 55...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 USER INTERFACE Keypad The following table shows the meaning of the keypad of the devices. PRESET FUNCTION cancel, hereinafter also "ESC key" left shift, hereinafter also "LEFT key"...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 CAN CANBUS communication LED if it is on, the device is configured to communicate via CAN CANBUS with another device, but the communication has not been established...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 CONFIGURATION Configuration of abuilt-in LCD programmable controller To access the procedure, proceed as follows: Check that the power is on. Keep the UP and DOWN keys pressed for 2 s: the following menu (hereinafter, the "Main menu") shall appear on the display, <c8pro 3 NODE kilo>...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Press and release the ENTER key: the parameters shall be copied from the controller into the peripheral device (the process usually requires a few seconds; if an error should be present, the System alarm LED (see paragraph 5.2 LED warning lights) shall light up and an Err.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 CONNECTION ELECTRIC ”. Connect the controllers power supply Keep the UP and DOWN keys pressed for 2 s: the following menu shall appear on the display, <c8pro 3 NODE kilo>...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 CONNECTION ELECTRIC ”. Connect the power supply of the controller and the expansion Keep the UP and DOWN keys pressed for 2 s: the following menu shall appear on the display, <c8pro 3 NODE kilo>...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 CONNECTION ELECTRIC ”. Keep the ESC and RIGHT keys pressed for 2 sec. Connect the power supply of the controller and the interface. When the interface display shows the following menu, release the ESC and RIGHT keys.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 List of configuration parameters 6.5.1 Configuration parameters of the "Info" menu The following table shows the meaning of the configuration parameters of the "Info" menu. PARAM.
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 type of probe analog port 2 PTC probe NTC probe 0820mA Transducer 0820 mA 4820mA Transducer 4820 mA 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 type of probe analog port 7 PTC probe NTC probe 0820mA Transducer 0820 mA 4820mA Transducer 4820 mA 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 type of signal analog port 1 FAN (for cut phase module) 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 0810V 0810V 0810 V PWM (Pulse With Modulation)
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Ena BkMem 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 clock and backup storage functions enabled RTC (1) type of backlight the backlight is never on...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 6.5.3 Configuration parameters of the "CAN Bus" sub-menu of the "Networks" menu The following table shows the meaning of the configuration parameters of the "CAN Network" section of the "CAN Bus" sub8menu or the "Networks"...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Cnt Ovf parameter available in read8only mode number of overflow packets Cnt Passive parameter available in read8only mode number of passages to the passive state Cnt Bus Off...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 6.5.5 Configuration parameters of the "UART2" sub-menu of the "Networks" menu The following table shows the meaning of the configuration parameters of the "UART2" sub8menu or the "Networks" menu concerning the RS8485 MODBUS slave port.
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 enabling of the level 4 access password 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 no password needs to be set to access level 4...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 result of the upload or download of the application software parameters or of a configuration through USB drive. KEY PAR parameter available in read8only mode procedure completed successfully procedure not completed successfully 6.5.10...
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 ACCESSORIES 0810500018/0810500020 connection cables 7.1.1 Preliminary notes The cables can be used to program the devices. The 0810500018 cable is 2,0 m (6,561 ft) long; the 0810500020 cable is 0,5 m (1,640 ft) long.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Cut phase speed regulator for EVDFAN1 single-phase fans 7.4.1 Preliminary notes The regulator is used to vary the fan speed. It uses a PWM8type control signal with a max. operating current of 5 A.
EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Purpose of the command device: operating command device. Construction of the command built8in electronic device. device: Container: grey self8extinguishing. Heat and fire protection class: 142.0 x 128.0 x 60.0 mm (5.590 x 5.039 x 2.362 in;...
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 The maximum lengths of the connection cables are: power supply: 100 m (328 ft) analog inputs: 100 m (328 ft) transducers power supply: 100 m (328 ft) digital inputs: 100 m (328 ft) analog outputs PWM: 1 m (3.280 ft)
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 24 VAC (+10 %, 815 %), 50/60 Hz (±3 Hz), 35 VA max. non insulated 24 VDC (815 %, +65 %), 12 W max. non insulated supplied by a class 2 circuit.
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EVCO S.p.A. c-pro 3 NODE kilo+ | Hardware manual ver. 1.0 | Code 114CP3NKPE104 Digital inputs NTC (10 K @ 25 °C, 77 °F) Type of sensor: NTC type 2. Measurement field: from 840 to 86 °C (from 840 to 186 °F).
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Hardware manual ver. 1.0 PT 8 46/14 Code 114CP3NKPE104 This document is exclusive property of EVCO; EVCO does not assume any liability regarding possible errors stated. The customer (manufacturer, installer or final user) assumes all liability regarding configuration of the device.
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