Clipsal C-Bus Specifications

C-Bus® Basic Training Manual Volume 11A. Introduction to C-Bus1B. C-Bus Concepts1C. C-Bus HardwareRevision Number: V2®

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1101.1 Ease Of WiringNo point to point wiring is required. All input and output units are looped together with Cat-5 UTP

111A. Introduction to C-Bus2.2 C-Bus UnitsAll units on the C-Bus network have their own built-in microprocessor, allowing them to operate independent

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1122.6 Types of UnitsThere are 3 main categories of C-BUS devices.2.6.1 System Support Devices• Power Supply• Network Br

131A. Introduction to C-Bus3.0 C-Bus CommunicationsWhen a button is pressed on an input unit, a measurement is made of its press duration. This measu

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 114The C-Bus message is broadcast over the bus for all C-Bus units to read, as illustrated in Figure 3. It contains inform

151A. Introduction to C-Bus4.0 Wiring MethodsThe following sections demonstrate the difference between conventional wiring and C-Bus wiring, when ins

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1164.3 Wiring a C-Bus NetworkThe C-Bus system is wired using Cat-5 UTP cable.C-Bus Cat-5 UTP has a mains rated sheath (pi

171A. Introduction to C-Bus4.4 Which Wires to UseIn order to maintain noise immunity, the natural twist between pairs must be retained when connectin

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1184.5 C-Bus TerminationsThe C-Bus network uses an Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP), Category 5 LAN cable as the communicati

191A. Introduction to C-BusThe Clipsal C-Bus data cable is strongly recommended due to its distinctive pink outer sheathing. This reduces confusion be

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 12© Copyright Clipsal Australia Pty Ltd 2007. All rights reserved. This material is copyright under Australian and interna

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1204.7 Location of C-Bus UnitsIt is important to choose a suitable location to mount a C-Bus unit. Input units are typica

211A. Introduction to C-Bus5.0 Mains and C-Bus SegregationWith all C-Bus units that have mains as well as 36V d.c. bus connections, care must be take

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1226.0 C-Bus Power SuppliesThe two-wire connection between C-Bus units serves two purposes. It is the communication mediu

231A. Introduction to C-Bus6.5 Types of Power SuppliesC-Bus power supplies are available in a number of configurations. These include stand-alone unit

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1248.0 C-Bus Operating ParametersThe following are important considerations when planning a C-Bus network:1. The maximu

251A. Introduction to C-Bus9.0 C-Bus Multi Network InstallationsA C-Bus system cannot be expanded past a certain point without the inclusion of a C-

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 126A daisy chain configuration must not exceed six bridges deep. An example of a multiple network connected using this confi

271A. Introduction to C-Bus10.0 Address StructureSeveral types of addresses are used when communicating with C-Bus units. These are described in Tab

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 12810.1 Unit AddressThe Unit Address ranges from 000 to 254. It gives each unit on a C-Bus network a unique identity. The

291A. Introduction to C-Bus10.2 Group AddressThe Group Address determines which button inputs control which output channels. There are 255 addresses a

31A. Introduction to C-Bus Scope 7 Learning Outcomes 7 Introduction – What is C-Bus? 81.0 Why Use C-Bus? 9 1.1 Ease Of Wiring 10 1.2 Flex

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 13010.3 Area AddressThe Area Address is used to simultaneously control all channels on a C-Bus relay or dimmer unit. Figur

311A. Introduction to C-Bus12.0 C-Bus Tools and Functions12.1 Local Toggle ButtonsDIN and Pro series C-Bus outputs are equipped with local toggle co

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 132Volume 1BC-Bus Concepts

331B. C-Bus ConceptsScopeThis manual aims to provide an installer with the basic skills needed to program and useC-Bus. A fundamental technical backgr

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 134IMPORTANT Using the above pairing ensures a mutual twist between conductors and C Bus terminals, providing increased

351B. C-Bus Concepts1.2 Maximum Cable Length On any given C-Bus network, the total length of Cat-5 UTP cable used must not exceed 1 km. This figure i

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1361.3 Mains Segregation With all C-Bus units that have mains as well as 36Vd.c. bus connections, care must be taken to a

371B. C-Bus Concepts1.4 Single Network TopologyAll C-Bus units may be wired in star, daisy chain or a combination of both configurations. A closed rin

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1381.5 C-Bus Cable Current The maximum amount of current allowed to flow on Cat-5 UTP cable is 2A. This is a limitation of

391B. C-Bus Concepts1.8 C-Bus ClockAt least one clock must be enabled on the C-Bus Network. In the absence of a C-Bus clock, no communication will be

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 14 Scope 33 Learning Outcomes 331.0 C-Bus Network Specifications 33 1.1 Cable Type 33 1.2 Maximum Cable Length

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1401.9 Network BurdenA network burden applies a standard impedance to a C-Bus network. It consists of a 1kΩ, 0.6W resisto

411B. C-Bus Concepts2.0 C-Bus Addressing ConventionsSeveral types of addresses are used when communicating with C-Bus units.2.1 Network AddressA C-B

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1422.3 Application AddressAn Application Address is used together with a Group or Area Address to identify one or more un

431B. C-Bus Concepts2.4 Group AddressWithin any application, Group Addresses are used to communicate between all units on the C-Bus network. The C-Bu

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1442.7 C-Bus TagsA C-Bus address can be used in raw numeric form, or it may be assigned a meaningful name, known as a Ta

45Volume 1CC-Bus Hardware1C. C-Bus Hardware

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 146ScopeThis manual provides an overview of various units used in a C-Bus network. A fundamental technical background is r

471C. C-Bus Hardware1.1 Power SupplyThe C-Bus power supply is a switch mode device, which means it is efficient and compact. It converts mains voltage

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 148AC Output ImpedanceC-Bus messages are voltage pulses which are superimposed over the d.c. power supply voltage. This re

491C. C-Bus HardwareA network bridge consists of two functionally and electrically independent systems. Each system consists of a communication interf

51A. Introduction to C-BusContents Volume 1C. C-Bus Hardware Scope 46 Learning Outcomes 461.0 System Support Devices 46 1.1 Power Supply 47

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1501.3 PC InterfaceA PC Interface provides a communication path between a personal computer and aC-Bus network (see Figur

511C. C-Bus Hardware2.0 C-Bus Input UnitsC-Bus input units respond to certain stimuli (such as touch, ambient light conditions, temperature and infra

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1522.1 Operation of Input UnitsAny network needs to have input and output capabilities. Therefore, input units are a fund

531C. C-Bus Hardware2.3 Sending Input MessagesWhen a C-Bus input or output unit receives a message, it performs a function described inTable 1. Any i

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1543.1 Voltage Free RelayThe C-Bus 55xRVF Series Voltage Free Relays are relay-switching devices designed to be mounted i

551C. C-Bus Hardware3.3 Professional Series DimmerThe Lx510xDx Professional Series Dimmers are C-Bus output units suitable for dimming resistive and

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 1563.6 Analogue Output UnitThe DIN rail mounted Analogue Output Unit provides analogue voltage control signals. These can

571C. C-Bus Hardware4.0 C-Bus IndicatorsAll C-Bus Output Units (apart from the Infrared Transmitter) have three types of indicators that serve a comm

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C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 162Address Area 30 Group 29 Structure 27 Unit 28Burden 23Cable Core Colours 16 Segregation 21Cat-

631C. C-Bus HardwareAir-Conditioning 51Auxiliary Key Input Unit 51Current Limiting 47Dimmer Units 55Group Address 52Impedance 47I

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71A. Introduction to C-BusScopeThis manual provides an installer with basic skills needed to program and use C-Bus. A fundamental technical background

C-BUS TRAINING MANUAL - VOL 18Introduction - What is C-Bus?C-Bus is a microprocessor-based control and management system for buildings and homes. It i

91A. Introduction to C-Bus1.0 Why Use C-BusThere are many reasons to use C-Bus:• it is a highly robust and reliable control system, with a low cost p