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© 2013 Eaton. All Rights Reserved..

Innovations in Modular Wiring Accessories & Wireless Building Automation

Phil Williams – Product Manager PDC Components


During the session we will review the Eaton Premera

range of wiring devices focusing particularly on the

latest generation of modular grid wiring accessories and

the integration of the xComfort wireless building

automation controls.

The workshop will focus on the features and benefits to

the contractor and/or installer of the new products and

will also present the latest generation of xComfort RF

home automation controls, including the integration of

the new Smart Home Controller and web / mobile

platforms applications.

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PREMERA Wiring Accessories

2012 saw the introduction of Eaton’s new PREMERA range of wiring accessories combining the best feature of existing ranges as well as complimenting it with a new modular grid range.



High quality sturdy, thermoset

material with inherent

protection against MRSA

White or grey covers available

enabling compliance to

DDA/Part M requirements

Optional screw

cap covers to

add the

finishing

touches New aesthetic

design

throughout

the full range 9mm depth front plate provides

adequate wiring space in the back box



High quality

thermoplastic

base material

2 earth terminals

on all double

pole sockets

Large tunnel

terminals for

good wiring

access

Combination

screw-head on

all terminal

screws

enabling

quicker, safer

termination

Throughout the range, all the bases

have consistent clear markings


COPA Clip On Plate Accessories

COPA is Eaton’s flexible ‘Clip-On’ Cover Plate Accessory range.

Offers a wide range of styles in both decorative plastic and luxury

metal finishes, including modular grid

Benefits from all of the new Premera range options.


COPA FIX Luxury Fixed Metal Plate

The COPA style of plate is also extended to offer an alternative to the ‘clip-on’ plate by offering the same plate profile with its stylish good looks but with a fixed plate, rather than just a ‘clip-on’ option.


XTRA Surface Metal Range

XTRA also benefits from the new range of modular components up to

24 gang grid size offering many modular solutions.

XTRA range is Eaton’s robust surface metal range for use in environments where a tough rugged product is required to withstand the rigours of use in industrial / work shop type of applications.


PREMERA MIX Modular

PREMERA MIX is a brand new modular interface grid system

combining the benefits of a traditional grid range, a Euro module voice

and data range, power sockets, and a vast array of switch modules

including broad rocker and RF switches.


Traditional Grid Systems

Traditionally up until

around 15 years ago grid

switches used almost

exclusively in

commercial applications.

Today a very popular choice

now for domestic installations

often controlling appliances

via fused outlets below the

worktops.


Traditional Grid Systems

Grid modules

Grid Yoke

Cover plate Wall Box

Terminal screw access

often top & bottom


PREMERA MIX Modular White or grey cover plate option to enable

compliance with DDA / Part M requirements Large stylish rockers for

easy operation

Laser marking of

legends for

longevity and high

quality lettering

Plate options from 1 gang to 24 gang, in

either screw fixed version or clip on version

Quick, easy

front loading

modules –

simply push

and ‘click’ in

Broad rocker

option to meet

latest DDA /

Building

regulations


PREMERA MIX Modular

High quality thermoplastic material on bases Top facing terminals for easy

access and quicker

installation

Bottom terminals

angled in slightly

to aid access to

screws from the

top

Large terminals

for good wiring

access Quick, easy

removal of

modules via

clip release

1-4 gang mounting plates come complete

with integral earth strap avoiding the need

to order separate grid

Wiring diagram

shown on each

module

Module plates up to 12 gang in

Urea material and 24 gang in

COPA clip on or Screw fix

versions


PREMERA MIX Modular

Totally modular system

incorporating:-

• Power switches both standard &

broad rocker, power sockets in

various worldwide styles,

indicators, fuses units, cable

outlets and dimmer modules

• In addition communication

modules including RJ45 Cat 6,

Isolated co-axial / satellite outlets,

and telephone outlets

• And xComfort radio frequency

switch modules


PREMERA MIX Modular

The large 6-24 gang mounting plates

are supplied with all the necessary

frames / mounts as required - Just need

to order the modules.

These mounting plates also have

individual removable banks for ease

of installation and future changes.

Banks removed via 6 quarter turn

fasteners offering quick release /

fitting.


PREMERA MIX - Combinations

Various socket options cover a wide

range of worldwide applications:-

• Standard 13A sockets BS1363

• Non standard 13A

• 5 & 15 Amp round pin

• US style 15A 3 pin sockets

• European Schuko sockets


PREMERA MIX - Combinations

• Example shows a

secure switched

socket outlet with

power indicator

• Includes a Unique

key switch with

integral neon

indicator


PREMERA Mix and xComfort Wireless Building Automation Controls


The Automated Home

xComfort is Eaton’s Home Automation platform.

• Wireless based Home system

• Secure 868MHz ISM band

• Bi-directional technology

• Central control by Room Manager, Home Manager or Smart Home Controller

• Programmable in one of 2 ways:

• BASIC MODE – press to link

• COMFORT MODE – using Eaton’s MRF software


xComfort components

• Basic Mode building blocks

• Transmitters / sensors

• Receivers / actuators

• Controllers – if required


Benefits of an xComfort wireless installation

• Ease of installation for both new and retro fit

applications

• No additional wiring, channelling of walls, and no mess

or redecoration

• Easy to expand or reconfigure the installation

• Multiple sensors can be connected to a single actuator

• Suitable for a wide range of applications and can

easily be expanded

• Modular RF Push buttons match the full range of

Eaton wiring accessories


Basic mode actuators

• Dimming actuators

• Wired

• 250W 230VAC

• Enclosed

• 500W 230VAC

• 250W 230VAC

• Plug-in

• 250W 230VAC

• 13A UK plug style

• Switching actuators

• Wired

• 8A 230VAC

• 1pole, 2pole & voltage

free

• Enclosed

• 8A 230VAC

• 1pole

• Plug-in

• 8A 230VAC

• 13A UK plug style, 1pole

• Plus many more


Basic Mode Sensors

• Sensors / transmitters

• Wall mounted RF buttons

• PREMERA RF Push buttons 1-4 gang

• Hand Held transmitters

• 2 and 12 -channel remote control

• Room controller

• Battery powered Temp & Humidity

• RF PIR sensor

• Battery powered motion sensor

• RF 2 channel PIR -Switching and alarm

function


Typical system application

• Application

• For use in homes and small / light commercial

installations

• Ideal for hard to wire installations

• Maximum 15 sensors linked to one actuator

• i.e. 15 push buttons (wall or remote control) or PIR

detectors etc.

• System limit - Practical

• Maximum 60 devices in Basic Mode

• Maximum 200 devices in Comfort Mode


xComfort Technology

xComfort : Uses Bi-directional technology

Without battery (uni-directional)

• Command from self powered switch

sent to actuator but no Return

message can be received to confirm

receipt

With Battery (bi-directional )

• Command sent from battery powered

switch sent to actuator and return

message can be received to confirm

receipt

• If no confirmation received the switch

resends message two more times

• If still no receipt the mesh network will

re-route the message through other

nodes until completed, provided

system set up in Comfort mode


Typical transmission distances

• Typical transmission distance 30-50m indoors. i.e. 2 walls and a

ceiling – depending upon materials

• Programming devices in Comfort Mode will increase range by

allowing the “Routing” of messages

Transmission

absorbed by

the fabric of

the building


Basic Mode Operation

• In Basic Mode

• Devices can be linked together by the simple use of a

screwdriver

• A push button can be linked to one or more a switching

actuators to allow simple ON/OFF operation

• A push button can be linked to one or more dimming

actuators to allow simple dimming or switching of lights or

loads etc.

• A PIR could be linked in same way to provide basic

switching and dimming operation


Configuration in Basic Mode

1. Press configuration button

for < 0.5s.Acutator enters

teach mode LED lit

2. Press pushbutton to link to

actuator for <0.5s

3. Actuator LED flashes twice

4. Press configuration button

for < 0.5s and actuator

leaves learning mode

Four simple steps to

link devices


Basic Mode setting card

Allocate sensor function to actuator

Delete individual sensor from actuator

Totally delete an actuator


Comfort Mode Operation

Programming in Comfort Mode

greatly increases the functional

capability of the devices.

• Programming in Comfort Mode

opens up many other device

settings and functions not available

in Basic Mode

• Comfort Mode also allows mains

powered devices to route messages

between themselves, thereby

increasing transmission range and

minimising risk of lost messages


Comfort Mode Operation

Switching actuator

Functions:

Basic Mode:

Simple ON/OFF Switching

Comfort Mode: as above +

On with switch on delay

Off with switch off delay

Off with advance warning

Flashing mode

Push button/ key mode

Toggle / surge mode

Additional functions available in Comfort Mode:

Dimming actuator

Functions:

Basic Mode:

Simple ON/OFF Switching

Simple UP/Down dimming

Comfort Mode: as above +

Other switching functions as

provided on SW actuator

In addition Dimming time

and desired brightness can

be set – Hence Lighting

scenes can be created


This is “The Automated Home”

Lighting

Security

Comfort Convenience

Heating

Control

Shutters / blinds


Where next?

• We’ve looked at the evolution of wiring

accessories, and the new modular grid

system

• We’ve discussed the Automated Home

• What about the “Smart Home” ?..............


The “Smart Home”

What is a Smart Home?

• A step up from the Automated Home

• One where the control is based on a constant

stream of information from the user or the

environment to provide effective control of the home

• One that can react to changing energy tariffs and

demand side control

• One that allows user to understand energy usage

and how to better manage it

• One tailored to the users lifestyle


Eaton's Smart Home…………

xComfort components

xComfort Smart Home

Controller

Switching

Actuator

Dimming

Actuator

Blind

Actuator

Analogue

Actuator

Temperature

Sensor

Plug in

Actuator

Room

Controller

Binary Input

Unit

PIR Detector

battery

powered

Remote

Controller

Push

Button Pad

i-phone Wi-fi hub


You want a Smart Home?

So why do you want a Smart Home?

• A Smart Home system will enable you to take control of your home from anywhere in the world

• Control your heating, automatic operation of lighting, control of blinds, remote messaging, let you know who’s at home

• Benefits include energy saving, comfort, convenience and security

• …..and of course the factor!


The Smart Home Evolution

• The UK government has mandated the roll out of more than 27M smart meter installations over the next 7 years

• Every smart meter installation will have its own secure Home Area Network (HAN) and every occupier will have the potential to access their energy data by means of an In Home Display (IHD) or a Consumer Access Device (CAD) should they wish

• The data available will include current and historic energy consumption, costs and time of use data which will enable a consumer or a Smart Home system to react accordingly and potentially save energy


Smart Meter Home Area Network

GAS ELEC.

I H D

COMMS

HUB

DATA

COLLECTION

COMPANY (DCC)

SMART METER HAN

CONSUMER HAN

CONSUMER

ACCESS

DEVICE (CAD)

• HOME AUTOMATION

SYSTEM

• APPLIANCES

• INTERNET

• OTHER


WWW

Eaton

Server

3G, WLAN

LAN

Remote Access

Principle Scheme and Function

Local Access


iOS:

Native Apps for

iPhone & iPad

Android:

Native Apps

for

Phones &

Tablets

Desktop

& Laptop,

mobile

platforms:

WEB View

NEW: Smart Home Controller

& WEB-Console

WEB-Console to configure SHC

Smart Home Controller Overview


LAN

WIFI

ROUTER

Smart Home Controller -Configuration

LAN


Eaton MRF software – Assign all Devices


SHC – Create and Load Datapoint File


MRF – Get IP-Adress => WEB Console


WEB Console – LOGIN


WEB Console – Overview


WEB Console – Devices


WEB Console – Cameras


WEB Console – User


WEB Console – Network


Function Based Concept

The components in a zone (e.g. room or building) define the

functions, (functionality) available in that zone


WEB Console – Zones


WEB Console – WEB View


Start screen – Mobile App

• This screen appears

at first start of the

application and after

logout

• Demo Application


Connection to the Smart Home Controller

• Selection controller

user wants to

connect to

• Securely login to

Eaton remote server

or local wi-fi


Menu Navigation

• This menu allows user to

navigate between zones

(rooms) and other

application functions


Function Selection

• Functions can be selected by zone as defined

during initial configuration


Status and Control Function

• Visualise and control zones


Individual Room Heating Function - App

• Heating and cooling as

appropriate can be

easily controlled or

reconfigured via app


Creation of Scene Function

• On this screen scenes

can easily be created or

amended

• Scenes can involve all

functions within the SHC

system including lighting,

heating and blinds/

shutters


Sensor History Display

• Sensor history and values can be easily

visualised


Energy Display

• On this screen

user can monitor

energy

consumption or

energy

generation from

e.g. Photovoltaic

system


Camera Display – Mobile App

• Up to four IP cameras

can be connected to a

single controller

• Cameras can be

accessed from both the

local wi-fi network as

well as from external IP

addresses


The Automated Home just got

smarter……. visit Eaton and see

xComfort in action in

Hall 4 stand 15/16

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