e.control™Highlights

2012/2013

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e.controlTM Product highlights

nova Room control panels - Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Universal and type 55 Room control panels - Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28dialog Web - new perspectives in operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30tactio – room control quality you can feel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31nova - modern design with itelligence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32dialog RC - wireless freedom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33lumina MS - multisensors for optimum energy efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34M series - modular actuators with build-in flexibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 R series - the large selection of modules for distribution boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 FastCon series - nothing could be faster and more effective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 ombra BST - on the sunny side with slat tracking control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 ALEX Designer Suite - a revolution in system integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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e.controlTM nova room control panels - Overview

Pure brilliant white

Aluminium

Glossy black

dialog 8 nova LCD nova TS

High-gloss surfaces and frames made from pure white plastic make an expressive statement with-out being too brash.

The structured surfaces of the covers and frames with an aluminium finish work in perfect harmony with modern architectural ma-terials, such as concrete, glass and steel.

Deep black, high-gloss surfaces are eye-catchinglyelegant.

dialog 8 and nova RC-T(S): The panel surface is made from matte plastic and finished in a glossy frame.

LCD room climate controller Push button sensors (combinable with nova LCD)

LCD room control panel

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The new e.control nova room control panels always make a striking impression. Their straight lines coupled with a high-gloss surface emphasise the architecture of modern buildings perfectly. Available in three colours and featuring a selection of bus-compatible or wireless devices, you will always find the right control device to suit your needs.

nova RCM nova RO nova RC-T(S) nova RC-L/J

Room climate controller with setpoint adjuster

Room climate controller without setpoint adjuster

Wireless temperature sensors with/without setpoint adjuster

Wireless push sensors

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e.controlTM universal and type 55 room control panels - Overview

Type 55 standard

Type 55 design

Type 55 premium

tactio dialog 1 clima LCDAluminium/whiteS white Pure white

Gira E2

Aluminium/black AnthraciteGira Esprit steel

L black

AluminiumGira Esprit glass black

Standard design lines with colour-coordinated plastic frames.

Berker S1, B1Gira Standard 55, E2Jung AS 500, A 500Merten M-Smart, M-Plan

Elegant design lines with frames made of aluminium, polished stainless steel or chrome.

Berker B3Gira Event, Esprit, Profi l 55Jung A plus, A creationMerten M-Arc, M-Star

Top design lines with tinted glass frames in diffe-rent shades of colours.

Berker B7 GlassGira Esprit GlassJung A creation GlassMerten M-Plan Glass

e.controlTM product highlightsUniversal Room control panels

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clima RCM clima RO dialog RC-TS dialog RC-TAluminium

Jung A 500Pure white Berker B1

Aluminium Merten M-Arc

Anthracite Merten M-Plan

Anthracite Gira Event aluminium

Pure white Gira Esprit steel

Anthracite + dialog RC-L/J Berker B3 aluminium

Pure white + dialog RC-L/J Merten M-Star chrome

Pure white Jung A creation glass grey-blue

Aluminium Berker B7 glass aluminium

Pure white + dialog RC-L/J Berker B7 glass white

Aluminium + dialog RC-L/J Merten M-Plan glass silver

The e.control universal room control panels can be combined with all type 55 switching programs. In this way, their operation can be per-fectly integrated into the interior design. The overview shows examples of combinations in various designs.

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dialog Web – new perspectives in operation

The e.control dialog Web internet server is trail-blazing in the interaction between the user and room automation. Everyday work aids such as a telephone or PC become the central interface in the operation of automa-tion functions. Via web technologies such as HTML and XML users can carry out all control functions such as setting the desired temperature, energy mode and fan setting through their PC’s web browser – regardless of the operating system installed – or via an IP-compatible telephone with display. In this way, lamps can of course be switched on and off or dimmed, sunblinds, ventilation flaps or windows positioned and scenes called up.

From the point of view of system integration, dialog Web represents a device with a maximum of 150 virtual room control de-vices which can be designed as simply as any other e.control room control device. On the LON side the server has its own Ethernet connection with which it is integrated into the automation backbone. As is usual at spega, parameterisation of the entire func-tionality is achieved via productive plug-ins, making it possible to work online or offline.

The integration into the IP infrastructure of the user is achieved via a separate Ethernet connection. In this way, the server is also brilliantly suited for use in buildings with several rented units in which there is a strict division between the building automation backbone and the respective LANs of the tenants. Access for administering user rights and presentation features is also gained through this port via web browser. The login, password and access to various rooms can be administered for each user. What’s more, this access is used for updat-ing layout templates. This allows the user interface to be largely adapted to the re-quirements of the users and to the company's corporate design.

In addition to the web licences which grant access via web browser, dialog Web also supports the integration of IP-compatible tel-ephones with display for XML applications (e.g. Siemens OpenStage or Cisco Unified IP Phones) via additional licences which are available separately. The administra-tion takes place in the same way via the web access on the user side as described above. The administration of the telephone number assigned to the telephone is suf-

ficient as an identifier for the room and user assignment. In both cases licences are required for each room, regardless of the number of users, and can be extended at any time.

In buildings or rented spaces with more than 150 rooms several dialog Web serv-ers can be operated in sync with each other, such that the administration does not differ from that of a server.

dialog Web is ideally suited to architectures where conventional control devices are not wanted, be it from aesthetic point of view

or for reasons of flexibility of use. Since control is taken over by PC or telephone, only those sensors required remain visible in the room. In highly energy-efficient build-ings, these are the temperature measurement and occupancy sensing functions which are covered by inconspicuous devices such as nov/clima RO or nov/dialog RC-T in combination with an e.control multisensor.

e.controlTM product highlightsdialog Web and tactio touch panel

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tactio – room control quality you can feel

tactio from spega is the epitome of consum-mate room control. The high-quality optics with a real glass surface in white and blackare the ideal complement to a stylish interior.A graphic colour display with a 320x240 point resolution shows information on all room statuses, with all room functions con-trolled by simply touching the capacitive buttons.

tactio S is operated via touch buttons on the glass surface of the colour graphic display. This is where setpoint adjustments are made or the lights and sunblinds controlled.Logging in and out of a room is performed via the touch sensor of the aluminium func-tion clip. An internal temperature sensor also provides the integrated room climate controller with the required actual tempera-ture reading. The graphic display shows the room temperature, setpoint, fan stage, date and time. What's more, all relevant controller statuses are graphically displayed.

tactio L features the same functional scope as tactio S, however it also offers 8 addi-tional touch fields below the function clip. The fields can be assigned to various con-trol functions either individually or in pairs. A backlit display screen means the user always has clear information.

In line with our function design philosophy, tactio S and tactio L have integrated room climate controllers for all static heating and cooling systems, fan coils or VVS systems including air quality control, thermo control and night cooling, so there is no need for external individual room controllers. The ap-plication complies with VDI 3813-2 and, in addition to the functions already mentioned, features energy level selection with optimum start, parameterisable sequences for heating,cooling and fans with free allocation of positioning signals via network variables for adaptive control of all hydraulic connec-tion concepts, including 6-way valves and a load feedback signal for controlling the supply temperature as required. The appli-cation therefore meets all the requirements of energy efficiency class A in accordance with DIN EN 15232.

For parameterisation purposes, spega of-fers system integrators– as with all e.control controllers – productive plug-ins, which enable the copying of parameters to other project control devices and visualisation for test purposes, as well as allowing the set-ting and adjustment of all functions.

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nova - modern design with itelligence

The new nova room control devices from spega meet the highest demands in terms of function and design. Its straight lines with high-gloss surfaces underscore the archi-tecture, creating an intuitive interface with the user without being too bold. The colour variants of pure brilliant white, aluminium and glossy black mean all building materialsand fittings create the perfect ambience. Itsstandardised design ensures all nova con-trollers can be combined with each other. What's more, the socket and IT port designs are perfectly complemented by the NOVA brillance range from PEHA.

The flagship of the nova series is the dialog 8 integrated control panel with nova design frame in three colours - pure white, alumin-ium and black. The device features a blue and white screen for displaying the room and setpoint temperature, the time and date as well as various controller statuses. An inte-grated temperature sensor records the room temperature. The panel has 8 pushbuttons, which can be freely configured, for setpoint changing, occupancy sensing, fan stage selection as well as for operating lighting circuits, blinds or windows, and for man-aging scenes. All pushbuttons have LEDs which serve as a status display. For rooms with more extensive equipment, a variant featuring 4 additional pushbuttons is also available. These can also be freely config-ured, but are particularly suitable for adjust-ing climate controller setpoints or as an occupancy switch. All control buttons can be used individually or in pairs for control functions, which can be displayed on the large, backlit display screen.

With the new nova LCD spega is offering customers a compact control device with integrated temperature sensor and room climate controller, including LCD and 8 con-trol buttons in switch format. The display provides users with all essential data such as room temperature, setpoint or controller statuses. The 8 pushbuttons can be assignedindividually or in pairs to a variety of func-tions, such as setpoint adjustment, occupancysensing and fan stage selection, as well as for operating lights, blinds or windows. The function of the top 4 buttons is shown on the display, while the bottom buttons have status LEDs and a common display screen. For rooms with high levels of functionality,

the control device can be extended using the nova TSx-e touch sensor extension, with no need for a new LON device.

The nova TS touch sensors have 2, 4 or 8 buttons with a status LED each and a large display screen. A LON coupler enables operation of up to 7 additional nova TSx-e extension modules, covering a maximum 16 control functions. The extension modules can even be installed at other locations and connected to the coupler of a touch sensor or a nova LCD via a twisted cable.

nova RCM covers the conventional field of application of a room temperature controller with setpoint adjuster. Models featuring an occupancy switch and status LEDs and/or fan switch including LEDs displaying the fan status are also available. The device has anintegrated temperature sensor, a room climatecontroller and 4 digital inputs for nova swit-ches or occupancy sensors/window contacts.

The nova RO controller is targeted towards buildings accessed by the public, where interference with the device is not desired.

e.controlTM product highlightsnova Control panels and dialog RC

In terms of its functionality, it is identical to the nova RCM in that it also features an integrated temperature sensor and 4 digital inputs, however on the front it is limited to two status LEDs for heating/cooling and the energy level.

The RCM-CC and RO-CC devices are used as individual room controllers for static heat-ing/cooling systems and differ from their control device variants in that they feature additional analogue outputs for direct con-trol of actuators and two additional binary inputs, e.g. for a dewpoint sensor or the nova hotel card switch.

For rooms with fan coils, e.g. hotel rooms, the nova RCM-FC and nova RO-FC individ-ual room controllers are the ideal solution. A twisted connecting cable is used for direct control of up to 2 fan coil boxes for operat-ing a fan coil with heating and cooling sequence and three-stage fan control.

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dialog RC - wireless freedom

Modern offi ce environments are becom-ing increasingly dependent on the fl exible adaptability of the room divisions. This means that wall elements are no longer fi xed but can be adapted to suit the work organisation. This variability in interior de-sign is now perfectly supported by battery-free control elements in the e.control room automation systems.

Room temperature sensors with or without setpoint adjustment and pushbuttons for op-erating the lighting, sunblinds or windows can be easily fi tted on any smooth surface – using either adhesive or screws. An assembly box is not necessary. By using innovative EnOcean technology, the radio-controlled sensors require neither batteries nor an external power supply. The power gained by means of a solar cell from ambient light or at the push of a button is suffi cient for sending the messages. This saves resources and minimises maintenance compared to conventional radio-controlled solutions – an important aspect in large buildings!

In addition to the modern nova design in the three colours white or black glossy and aluminium, spega's wireless sensors are also available in type 55 dimensions with the matt colours white, anthracite or aluminium, ideal for combining with the cur-rent switch designs from Berker, Gira, Jung or Merten. Depending on the functional scope, both single and multiple frames can be used.

spega offers two variants for receiving the radio telegrams and converting them into LON telegrams. The dialog RC-E wall-mounted receiver can read up to 16 sen-sors, with the respective telegrams being distributed to the integrated LonMark ob-jects. The system is therefore ideally suited to connecting the sensors located in com-mon areas to a LON network, e.g. pushbut-tons for corridors or retrofi tting windows with radio contacts or handles.

A whole new type of integrating radio control systems into fl exible room automation solutions is found in the lumina MS/RCmultisensor. Fitted in the room, it does not just receive the telegrams from the radio control systems fi tted in this room, but also

records the occupancy and brightness. Thus, all necessary control and sensor data are available, allowing the multisensor to take control of all room automation functions, such as control of the room temperature with the aid of radiators, heated/cooled ceilings or fan coils, supported by the

Perfect for common areas: up to 16 wireless sensors are processed by one dialog RC-E

Perfect for axis-fl exible offi ces: multisensor lumina MS/RC handles the room‘s sensors

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sunblinds (automatic thermal control) and the constant-light control of the lighting. In combination with the M series distribution boxes, the multisensor with radio receiver forms a complete fl exible-axis system, with no need even for control system cables.

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lumina MS3 mini fit perfectly into luminaires.

lumina MS – multisensors for optimum energy efficiency

The main energy saving potential in a build-ing lies in the targeted control of all room functions. e.control multisensors are the prerequisite for this. They record the neces-sary sensor data with the presence of the persons in the room and the room bright-ness. Ideal areas of application are rooms with changing occupancy, such as offices, meeting and conference rooms, classrooms and recreation rooms.

The occupancy sensor is based on the reli-able passive infrared technology and is de-signed with its finely divided Fresnel lenses to recognise even the smallest movements. Furthermore, an additional evaluation logic makes it possible to use the sensors to monitor burglary.

Through a built-in brightness sensor with a measuring range of up to 1000 Lux, the multisensor at the same time supplies the decisive measuring variable for optimum use of daylight. By means of the integrated occupancy and constant-light controllers, the multisensors lumina MS3 and lumina MS/RC are in a position to dim one or two strip lights in an infinitely adjustable manner so that the required illuminance level is attained with minimum use of ener-gy. In addition, the constant-light controller has another operating mode to switch on or switch off non-dimmable lighting in one or two strip lights which are used in cases where dimmable lighting is not required.

The multisensors receive the signals of the optional infrared remote control to control lamps or blinds, to call up scenes or to set the fan stage of a fan convector being oper-ated in the room.

Innovative and unique in function, the lu-mina MS/RC comes with integrated radio receiver. With this multisensor it is possible to receive and evaluate an e.control radio-controlled temperature sensor as well as several radio-controlled light and blind push sensors or window handles directly, without the need for an additional device. Thanks to the unique integrated design

Plug-in for parameterising the integrated constant light controller

including occupancy and brightness sensor, IR and radio receiver as well as occupancy control, constant-light control and room temperature control functions, including automatic thermal control, the lumina MS/RC multisensor lies at the heart of a class A energy-efficient room automation system in compliance with EN 15232.

To ensure the correct installation position for each project, the e.control multisensors are available in light, ceiling or surface-mounted versions. All sensors are techni-cally identical and visually captivating thanks to their compact design.

e.controlTM product highlightslumina MS and M series

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e.controlTM M series - modular actuators with built-in flexibility

Decentralised, flexible-axis room automa-tion solutions require variable adaptation of the hardware to suit the automation requirements. Only the variable equipping of input and output channels guarantees eco-nomical combination of devices for every application.

The M series of spega meets these require-ments to perfection. Thanks to the modular design and the large variety of sensors and actuators for lighting, sunblinds and room climate control, the M series always offers you the right combination. A sensor/actuator combination always consists of one sistema MC controller and one or more modules with up to 24 channels. The mod-ules are connected to one another and to the controller via a built-in plug-in connection. The type and number of channels can thus be freely adapted without increasing the number of LON nodes. This saves time and offers greater transparency.

Directly downstream of the sistema MC controller are switching and 1-10V control outputs as well as DALI controllers for 4, 8 or 16 groups for lighting applications, such as actuators for AC or DC as well as SMI or SMI LoVo motors in sunblinds. Within the M series, the room climate control system can access actuators with Triac outputs for thermoelectric or motor drives as well as analogue inputs and outputs for continuous 0-10V or 4-20mA signals for damper actua-tors or active sensors. Furthermore, a three-stage relay actuator is suitable for actuating fans. The new MP Bus controllers are capableof controlling up to 8 bus-compatible damp-er or valve actuators and reading data from sensors, connected to the actuators. A binary input module for window contacts or other floating contacts completes the range.

For each hardware channel, sistema MC provides, in terms of software, a dedicated LonMark object with numerous parameters. The light outputs therefore contain, for exam-ple, switch-on and switch-off delays, a stair lighting function with switch-off prewarning and scene memory. The sunblind outputs can be adapted through numerous parame-

ters to every sunblind system, such as venetian blinds, awnings or shades and also possess a priority control, scene memory and func-tions for slat tracking and shadow correc-tion. Depending on the design, the damper actuator channels have a self-calibration, a pulse-duration modulation and a valve maintenance function.

Each channel has a productive plug-in which is suitable for comfortable setting of all parameters and for copying the param-eters onto other channels, on the same as well as on other devices. Furthermore, the plug-ins considerably accelerate the data point test during commissioning through direct actuation of the output channels.

With these properties, the e.control M series is the only product series which com-bines the endless variability of a modular automation system with the advantages of standardised LonMark objects, thus provid-ing extensive functionality and, at the same time, particularly quick and easy configura-tion.

Endless number of possibilities for com-bining actuator modules in the sistema MC plug-in

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e.controlTM R series - the large selection of modules for distribution boards

spega offers you the most extensive range of LON actuators for all kinds of installations. The e.control R series covers the classic distribution-board installation on DIN rails and includes digital and analogue inputs and outputs as well as fi eldbus controllers for all room automation functions.

Suitable light actuators are available for all types of lighting, and are switched on by means of a high-current relay, a 1-10V interface, or by a universal dimmer. And that with 4, 8, 12 or in fact 16 channels. Since dimmable lighting facilities are becoming increasingly important due to their effi ciency in terms of energy, a wide range is particu-larly important here. e.control uses in partic-ular universal dimmers for bulbs, low-voltage or high-voltage halogen lamps with 2 or 4 output channels and power up to 1140 Watts per channel, modules with 1-10V output signal for electronic ballasts with 4 or 8 channels, as well as DALI controllers for up to 64 DALI ballasts in a maximum of 16 groups. All devices are equipped with con-fi gurable switch-on an switch-off delay, stair lighting and a scene management system.

By assigning addresses for the devices, the DALI controller enables the operation of up to 64 DALI devices on a common data line. The devices are divided into a maximum of 4, 8 or 16 groups and can thus be sepa-rately activated via the LON bus. Since com-munication between the DALI devices and the controller is bidirectional, status feed-back, for example, to report the failure of a lamp to the building management system, can also be issued. For confi guring DALI devices and group allocation, spega offers a comfortable LNS plug-in. For the fi rst time, it is now possible to perform all parameteris-ing work on the DALI devices during initial commissioning or for maintenance purposes (e.g. when replacing electronic ballasts) using a notebook, too, via the built-in se-rial interface. In this manner, all work on the DALI system can be performed independ-ently of the access to the LON network.

For the sunblind technology, the R series also offers an extensive actuator range. Actuators are available which can be con-nected to 230V sunblind drives with 2 or 3 limit switches as well as to 24V DC motors. The actuators are available with 4, 8 or 12 outputs each. Furthermore, digital SMI sunblind motors can also be operated by the new SMI controllers and are recommended

due to their high precision, especially in daylight control systems. Each controller can operate up to 16 motors, divided in to 4, 8 or up to 16 groups. Status feedback from the drives is available for building manage-ment systems. The application software for all sunblind actuators enables exact positioning of the sunblind in any intermediate posi-tion and at any slat angle. In combination with the slat tracking controller ombra BST, all actuators are suitable for slat tracking control and shadow correction. Moreover, they have control over the priority manage-ment of movement commands from weather protection to commands to anti-glare com-mands.

The extensive analogue and digital I/O range of the R series is worth considering for HVAC technology. In addition to inputs for 0-10V or 4-20mA signals, actuators for all kinds of dampers are available with 4 to 16 channels. Every output has functions for output limitation, calibration or valve main-

tenance against jamming. The new MP Bus controllers are furthermore capable of controlling up to 8 bus-compatible damper or valve actuators. Beside status feedback information also connected sensors are read back by the MP Bus controllers.

As is customary at spega, each channel is confi gured by an easy-to-use plug-in. With every plug-in it is possible to transfer pa-rameters from one channel to a selection of further channels of the same kind by just a click of the mouse. This ensures speed and safety during commissioning.

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e.controlTM FastCon series - nothing could be faster and more effective

Modern installation systems are increasingly based on intelligent plug-in connectors. The use of prefabricated wiring saves consider-able time and significantly reduces costs: operations like cutting to length, stripping and connecting to terminals are no longer required, while wiring and connecting errors are a thing of the past.

spega’s FastCon (“Fast Connection”) series impressively combines the advantages of in-stallation with the advantages of a modular and decentralised automation system. Like the bus cable, the supply and output cables are connected to the device directly via the plug-in connector system.

All the devices of the FastCon series impress by their extremely compact dimensions and variable installation straps which facilitate installation directly on site in false floors, suspended ceilings or cable routes. This results in the shorter cable routes and fewer fire loads. Compared with distribution boxes with conventional devices and wired snap-in bushes, the FastCon series is particularly appealing because of lower costs, consid-erably less space requirements and the fact there is no longer a need for internal wiring and the related potential for faults.

FastCon actuators cover all standard con-trols for lighting and sunblind technology. Switching actuators are just as available as sunblind actuators for AC drives. You also get a combined actuator for lighting and sunblinds. All actuators can be supplied with a single-phase as well as a three-phase connection. The phase distribution of the outputs for a multiple-phase supply can be done in pairs and is chosen by the system integrator when placing the order. The requisite operating and service devices, such as the service pin or miniature fuse for securing small-diameter motor connecting lines, are easily accessible from the outside.

Since the software applications are similar to those of the R series (for DIN rail installa-tion) and support the same productive plug-ins, the FastCon series easily fits into the progressive e.control concept for the system integrator, too.

FastCon: Nothing could be faster and more effective!

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ombra BST - on the sunny side with slat tracking control

The e.control slat tracking system perfectly combines the contradictory demands for glare-free work and the use of daylight. The ombra BST slat tracking controller is the core piece which has been developed in cooperation with the Gelsenkirchen Poly-technic*. It knows the exact position of the sun every single day of the year and at all times and is thus in a position to adapt the blinds of a building ideally to suit the posi-tion of the sun. In this way maximum day-light is ensured without the sun’s rays being able to enter the room directly. The addi-tional brightness that may be required can be obtained through an e.control constant-light control by adding artificial light. The advantages of slat tracking are obvious:

▸ maximum use of daylight▸ reduced room heating▸ reliable glare protection

Since all e.control blind actuators are suitable for slat tracking, it is sufficient to equip the building with the ombra BST slat tracking control system. Based on the outside bright-ness, which is provided by the ombra W8 sensor unit, this device decides whether antiglare protection is required on a façade or whether the blinds remain in a definable waiting position – and that for a maximum of 15 independent façades and/or blind types. ombra BST thus also works for highly exacting building geometries, such as ob-long or round layouts.

ombra BST knows the exact position of the sun at all time and every day.

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Flat slat angles at noon ensure unobstruc-ted view without the sun‘s rays directly entering the room.

The low sun position in the morning and evening requires steeper slat angles.

Surrounding shadow-producing buildings are dealt with by the shadow correction, i.e. shaded slats are temporarily moved up to ensure maximum daylight provision.

Something which only e.control offers: Slat tracking and shadow correction can be configured with easy-to-use plug-ins.

* Laboratory for Building Automation at the University of Applied Sciences Gelsenkirchen

e.controlTM product highlightsombra BST and ALEX Designer Suite

For buildings surrounded by other buildings, there is also the possibility of calculating shadow corrections. This makes sure that only those slats which are actually in the sun are moved into position. Blinds which are in the shadow of surrounding buildings move the slats to a fully horizontal position to enable an unobstructed view and maxi-mum daylight provision. To implement this, the e.control plug-in for shadow correction is required which in turn needs the geomet-ric data of the shadow-producing buildings and the dimensions and position of its own windows. On this basis, it creates shading-relevant geometric data for each window or group of windows and stores the data in the actuators. Since all e.control actuators can process the data, no additional hard-ware is required.

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ALEX Designer Suite - a revolution in system integration

With the ALEX Designer Suite, spega has started a revolution in room automation! The suite consists of ALEX, e.control Designer and e.control Manager. While e.control Designer allows the system integrator to implement the entire configuration of an e.control room automation system graphi-cally, e.control Manager helps the user to subsequently adapt the system in case of changes in utilisation or maintenance work. Beeing an Active X component, e.control Manager can easily be integrated into building management systems or accessed via local network with the Internet Explorer.

The configuration for the system integrator is completely new thanks to e.control Design-er. All work stages are carried out graphi-cally, so special LON know-how is not required. The software focuses on LNS and also works ideally together with spega’s advanced system integration tool ALEX.

In the first stage, e.control Designer assists the system integrator in building up the LON network with the relevant routers and repeaters using a graphic tool. Then a ba-sic layout plan is created for every part of the building and every storey in which all e.control devices are positioned according to their place of installation. The devices are shown by means of photo-realistic pic-tures. Following this, the input and output channels used from the devices can be placed at their position on the layout where they operate. Insertable coloured strips which can be faded in show the allocation to the relevant device (see large illustration). With this step, the hardware setup of the entire room automation system is completed. The graphic representation makes it easy for the system integrator to recognise the installation locations of the devices and the wiring structure. e.control plug-ins can than be started by double-clicking the relevant object.

In the second stage, the system integrator concentrates on implementing the requisite room automation functions. For this it is only necessary to put together the required com-bination for every room type from e.control Designer’s functional library and to mark those channels on the layout which are to be involved in the functions (see illustration in the centre). E.control Designer automati-cally carries out all the necessary connec-tions (“bindings”) and parameterisations on

With ALEX Designer Suite, system integration becomes child‘s play

the basis of the rules stored in the functional library. This library contains all the functions from the areas of lighting control, sunblind and room climate control according to VDI 3813 and supports all the existing spega e.control devices.

As already mentioned earlier, subsequent conversions with a new distribution of areas are also supported by e.control Designer. For example, when two office rooms are to be put together into one group office, it is enough to delete the existing hatched function areas and to create a new area with the dimension of the new group office (see illustration below). The strips show the automatically generated bindings between the sensors (green), controllers (yellow) and actuators (red).

With the help of e.control Manager which can be obtained separately, users can inde-pendently rearrange rooms with the existing hardware, as shown in the above example, and carry out certain management func-tions. Thus for the first time in bus technology, users are in a position to make use of the flexibility and efficiency of a modern room automation system like e.control even without the specialist know-how.

Initial set-up with 3 individual offices utili-sing constant-light and sunblind control

Putting together two former offices to form one new group office by resizing the hatched area

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