ECL-VAV-N

OverviewThe ECL-VAV-N controller is a microprocessor-based programmable variable air volume (VAV)controller designed to control any variable airvolume box. This controller uses the LonTalk®

communication protocol and is LONMARK certifiedas an SCC VAV.

ApplicationsThis controller meets the requirements of thefollowing applications:£ Large damper VAV box£ Existing damper actuator

Features & BenefitsFlexible Inputs and OutputsThis controller has various input types includingresistance, voltage, and digital-based ones.Moreover, it provides digital, floating, pulsewidth modulation, and proportional controloutputs for valves, heating elements, fans, andlighting applications. This controller covers allindustry-standard HVAC unitary applications.

Highly Accurate Universal InputsHighly accurate universal inputs supportthermistors and resistance temperaturedetectors (RTDs) that range from 0 Ohms to350,000 Ohms, as well as support for inputsrequiring 0 to 10VDC or 0 to 20mA with anexternal resistor. This provides the freedom ofusing your preferred or engineer-specifiedsensors, in addition to any existing ones.

Rugged Inputs/OutputsRugged hardware inputs and outputs eliminateneed for external protection components, suchas diodes for 12V DC relays.

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Preloaded ApplicationsFactory preloaded applications allow thesecontrollers, straight out of the box, to operatestandard VAV equipment with a proven energy-efficient sequence of operation therebyeliminating the need for programming.The preloaded application can be selected usingan Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensor even before thenetwork has been installed for rapid deploymentor through the EC-Net™ solution using DistechControls’ dcgfxApplications.

Integrated VPACCIntegrated VAV Performance AssessmentControl Charts (VPACC) control sequences,provides a means of automatically detectingwhen the VAV is operating outside of its designparameters including: Persistent High/LowSpace Temperature, Persistent High/LowDischarge Temperature, Persistent High/Low AirFlow, and Unstable Air Flow.

ProgrammabilitySupports Distech Controls’ EC-gfxProgram,which makes Building Automation System(BAS) programming effortless, by allowing youto visually assemble building blocks to create acustom control sequence for any HVAC /building automation application.

Increased Energy EfficiencyImproves energy efficiency when combinedwith:£ Motion detectors to automatically adjust a

zone’s occupancy mode from standby tooccupied when presence is detected

£ CO2 sensors as part of a demand-controlledventilation strategy that adjusts the amountof fresh air intake according to the numberof building occupants

On-Board Air Flow SensorThis controller is equipped with an accurate on-board airflow sensor for precise air flowmonitoring and control at low and high air flowrates, allowing the design for maximum energyefficiency while maintaining an optimal comfortlevel.The on-board air flow sensor has a range of 0 to2 inches (5 cm) of water column (500 Pascal).

Optimized Air BalancingOptimized air balancing process saves timeduring commissioning: the flow sensor requiresno zero flow calibration, and its variable-speedmotor goes to minimum and maximum flowposition in half the time of typical VAV actuators.

Open-to-Wireless™ Solution

The controllers are Open-to-Wireless™ ready,and when paired with the Wireless Receiver,work with a variety of wireless battery-lesssensors and switches, to reduce the cost ofinstallation and minimize the impact on existingpartition walls. For supported frequencies inyour area, refer to the Open-to-WirelessSolution Guide.Available with an optional Wireless Receiverthat supports up to 18 wireless inputs to createwire-free installations.

Allure™ Series Communicating Sensor SupportThese controllers work with a wide range ofsensors, such as the Allure SeriesCommunicating Sensors that are designed toprovide intelligent sensing and control devicesfor increased user experience and energyefficiency.£ Allure EC-Smart-Vue sensors feature a

backlit-display and graphical menus thatprovide precise environmental zone control,with any combination of the following:temperature, humidity, CO2, and motionsensor.

£ Allure EC-Smart-Comfort sensors featurecolored LED indicators to provide userfeedback, rotary knobs to adjust the setpointoffset and fan speed, and an occupancyoverride push button.

£ Allure EC-Smart-Air sensors combineprecise environmental sensing in a discreetand alluring enclosure for temperature,humidity, and CO2.

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Supported PlatformsEC-Net SolutionThe EC-Net multi-protocol integration solution isweb-enabled and powered by the NiagaraFramework, establishing a fully Internet-enabled, distributed architecture for real-timeaccess, automation and control of devices. TheEC-Net open framework solution creates acommon development and managementenvironment for integration of LONWORKS®,BACnet® and other protocols. Regardless ofmanufacturer and protocol, the EC-Net systemprovides a unified modeling of diverse systemsand data, providing one common platform fordevelopment, management and enterpriseapplications.

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Model AttributesPoints 11-Point VAVUniversal Hardware Inputs 4Built-in Flow SensorWireless Inputs1 1815 VDC Power SupplyDigital (triac) Outputs 4Universal Outputs 21. All controllers are Open-to-Wireless ready. Available when an optional Wireless Receiver is connected to the controller. Some wireless sensors may use more

than one wireless input from the controller.

AccessoriesTerminal Block Cover A cover designed to conceal the wire terminals. It is

required to meet local safety regulations in certainjurisdictions.

Objects ListCalendar Objects 1£ Events per calendar 25Schedule Objects 2£ Special events per schedule 5PID Loop Objects 8Constants:£ Boolean 124£ Enumeration 62£ Numeric 56Variables:£ Boolean 124£ Enumeration 54£ Numeric 56nciSetpointTotal Network Variables 171Network Variable Input (General Usage):£ NVI Changeable Type, Up to 31 Bytes 50Network VariableOutput (General Usage):£ NVO Changeable Type, Up to 31 Bytes 50Hardware Input Network Variable:£ nvoHwInput per Hardware InputHardware Input Network Variable:£ nviHwInput per Hardware Output£ nvoHwInput per Hardware Output

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Functional Profile

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Product SpecificationsPower Supply InputVoltage Range 24VAC/DC; ±15%; Class 2Frequency Range 50/60HzOvercurrent Protection Field replaceable fuseFuse Type 2.0A

3.0A (for triacs when using the internal power supply)Power Consumption 10 VA typical plus all external loads1, 85 VA max.

(including powered triac outputs)1. External loads must include the power consumption of any connected modules such as subnet devices, wireless module (1VA) and triac outputs.. Refer to the

respective module’s datasheet for related power consumption information.

CommunicationsCommunication LonTalk ProtocolTransceiver FT 5000 Free Topology Smart TransceiverChannel TP/FT-10; 78KbpsLonMark Interoperability Guidelines Version 3.4Device Class SCC VAVLonMark Functional Profile :£ Input Objects Open-Loop Sensor #1£ Output Objects Open-Loop Actuator #3£ Node Object Node Object #0£ Real Time Clock Real Time Keeper #3300£ Scheduler Scheduler #20020£ Calendar Calendar #20030£ Programmable Device Static Programmable Device #410£ SCC Object SCC VAV #8502

HardwareProcessor STM32 (ARM Cortex™ M3) MCU, 32 bitCPU Speed 68 MHzMemory 384 kB Non-volatile Flash (applications)

1 MB Non-volatile Flash (storage) 64 kB RAM

Real Time Clock (RTC) Built-in Real Time Clock without battery Network time synchronization is required at each

power-up cycle before the RTC become availableStatus Indicator Green LEDs: power status & LAN Tx

Orange LEDs: controller status & LAN Rx

SubnetworkCommunication RS-485Cable Cat 5e, 8 conductor twisted pairConnector RJ-45Connection Topology Daisy-chainMaximum Number of Allure Series Communicating Sensors combined 41

1. A controller can support a maximum of two Allure Series Communicating Sensor models equipped with a CO2 sensor. The remaining connected Allure SeriesCommunicating Sensor models must be without a CO2 sensor.

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Wireless Receiver1

Communication Protocol EnOcean wireless standardNumber of Wireless Inputs2 18Supported Wireless Receivers Refer to the Open-to-Wireless Solution GuideCable Telephone cord£ Connector 4P4C modular jack£ Length (maximum) 6.5ft (2m)

1. Available when an optional external Wireless Receiver module is connected to the controller. Refer to the Open-to-Wireless Solution Guide for a list of supportedEnOcean wireless modules.

2. Some wireless modules may use more than one wireless input from the controller.

MechanicalDimensions 5.7 x 7.1 x 2.13” (145 x 180 x 54.0 mm)

7.7" [195]7.1" [180]

2.7"[68]

5.7" [145]

2.6" [66]0.5" [13]

6.25" [159]

Controller with Optional Terminal block Cover

Inches Millimeters

0.5" [13]

5.2" [133]

Shipping weight 0.92 lbs (0.42 kg)Enclosure Material1 FR/ABSEnclosure Rating Plastic housing, UL94-5VB flammability rating

Plenum Rating per UL19951. All materials and manufacturing processes comply with the RoHS directive and are marked according to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

directive

EnvironmentalOperating Temperature 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)Storage Temperature -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)Relative Humidity 0 to 90% Non-condensing

Standards and RegulationsCE:£ Emission EN61000-6-3: 2007; A1:2011; Generic standards for residential,

commercial and light-industrial environments£ Immunity EN61000-6-1: 2007; Generic standards for residential,

commercial and light-industrial environmentsFCC This device complies with FCC rules part 15, subpart B, class BUL Listed (CDN & US) UL916 Energy management equipment

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Specifications - On-Board Air Flow SensorRange 0-2.0 in. W.C. (0-500 Pa)Input Resolution 0.00007 in. W.C. (0.0167 Pa)Air Flow Accuracy ±4.0% @ > 0.05 in. W.C. (12.5 Pa)

±1.5% once calibrated through air flow balancing @ > 0.05 in. W.C. (12.5 Pa)

Specifications - Universal Inputs (UI)GeneralInput Type Universal; software configurableInput Resolution 16-bit analog / digital converterPower Supply Output 15VDC; maximum 80mA

ContactType Dry contact

CounterType Dry contactMaximum Frequency 1Hz maximum,Minimum Duty Cycle 500milliseconds On / 500milliseconds Off

0 to 10VDCRange 0 to 10VDC (40kΩ input impedance)

0 to 5VDCRange 0 to 5VDC (high input impedance)

0 to 20mARange 0 to 20mA

249Ω external resistor wired in parallel

Resistance/ThermistorRange 0 to 350 KΩSupported Thermistor Types Any that operate in this rangePre-configured Temperature Sensor Types:£ Thermistor 10KΩ Type 2, 3 (10KΩ @ 77ºF; 25ºC)£ Platinum Pt1000 (1KΩ @ 32ºF; 0ºC)£ Nickel RTD Ni1000 (1KΩ @ 32ºF; 0ºC)

RTD Ni1000 (1KΩ @ 69.8ºF; 21ºC)

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Specifications - Universal Outputs (UO)GeneralOutput Type Universal; software configurableOutput Resolution 10-bit digital to analog ConverterOutput Protection Built-in snubbing diode to protect against back-EMF,

for example when used with a 12VDC relay Output is internally protected against short circuits

Load Resistance Minimum 600 Ω for 0-10VDC and 0-12VDC outputsAuto-reset fuse Provides protection from accidental 24VAC connection

0 or 12VDC (On/Off)Range 0 or 12VDCSource Current Maximum 20 mA at 12VDC (minimum load resistance 600Ω)1

1. Relays equipped with coil that consume between 20 and 35mA can be used with up to 2 Universal Outputs when the 15V Power Supply Output is de-rated tosupply 50mA maximum current.

PWMRange Adjustable period from 2 to 65secondsThermal Actuator Management Adjustable warm up and cool down time

FloatingMinimum Pulse On/Off Time 500millisecondsDrive Time Period Adjustable

0 to 10VDCVoltage Range 0 to 10VDC linearSource Current Maximum 20 mA at 10VDC (minimum load resistance 600 Ω)

Specifications - Digital Output (DO)GeneralOutput Type 24VAC Triac; software configurableMaximum Current per Output 0.5A continuous

1A @ 15% duty cycle for a 10-minute periodPower Source External or internal power supply (jumper selectable)

0 or 24VAC (On/Off)Range 0 or 24VAC

PWMRange Adjustable period from 2 to 65seconds

FloatingMinimum Pulse On/Off Time 500millisecondsDrive Time Period AdjustablePower Source External or internal power supply (jumper selectable)

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Specifications subject to change without notice.Distech Controls, the Distech Controls logo, Innovative Solutions for Greener Buildings, EC-Net, ECO-Vue, Allure, and Open-To-Wireless are trademarks of DistechControls Inc.; LonWorks, LON, and LNS are registered trademarks of Echelon Corporation; BACnet is a registered trademark of ASHRAE; BTL is a registered trade-

mark of the BACnet Manufacturers Association; NiagaraAX Framework is a registered trademark of Tridium, Inc.; EnOcean is a registered trademark of EnOceanGmbH. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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