Electronic Solutions, Inc. 1355 Horizon Avenue Lafayette, CO 80026 U.S.A. www.elec-solutions.com Tel: (303) 469-9322 ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide — DRAFT, rev 4 Introduction The ESI RF Bridge translates between ESI RF communication and serial ASCII strings via an RS-232 connection. The messages can be similar to RQ Bridge, which allows ESI RF products to be controlled by Home Automation Systems, Building Management Systems, or other RS-232 sources with existing ESI RQ drivers.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 ESI RF Bridge — Factory Defaults Power Up Observe the ESI RF Bridge LED for initialization during power-up: 9 Yellow, 7 Blue (Beta) Baud rate 9600 8N1 Flow Control Xon/Xoff Echo received characters Off End-of-line sequence CR Flip position when using RQ Yes RQ Address BSB (carriage return) (may be reassigned) NOTE: RTS/CTS (hardware flow control) is not available for Beta versions of the ESI RF Bridge but will be supported in the Production release.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 2. Apply power to the ESI RF Bridge. a. Plug in the 5 volt DC external power supply to AC power. b. Observe the ESI RF Bridge LED for initialization during power-up. Version blink: 9 Yellow, 7 Blue (Beta) c. A serial string is sent to the PC or automation system. Serial string: !BSBv0.9.7.1 (NOTE: version “0.9.7.1” is shown; the beta version number may be different.) 3. Configure the ESI RF Bridge.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 e. OPTIONAL: change other settings, by choosing the item in the Configuration Menu, and making a selection in the sub-menu that appears. f. Exit Configuration: Press the “0” key or use an arrow key to choose the “0.” entry in the Configuration Menu, then press the Enter key. Configuration Menu items Configuration Menu Entry Default Setting Description 0. Exit Configuration n/a Exits the ESI RF Bridge configuration menu. 1.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 Create an ESI RF Network The ESI RF Bridge communicates with all ESI RF devices as well as RQ motor controls or Q motors that are connected to ESI RF RQ Transceivers. Initial Conditions ESI RF Bridge Powered up, connected to a PC or automation system, and configured.
ESI RF BRIDGE ESI RF Bridge User Guide ACTION Single press Reset Button Press and hold for 10 seconds, until Yellow LED blinks once, then release. Single press Network Invite Press Network Button on ESI RF Bridge. Press STOP button on SUITE remote. Network Search Press PRESET, UP, STOP, or DOWN button on SUITE remote when remote is at factory default and asleep. DRAFT, rev 4 RESULTS twice, then the Blue LED blinks twice (indicates the ESI RF Bridge is a Hub Device).
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 2. On the ESI RF Bridge, press the Network Button once, to start Network Invite. a. The Yellow LED is flashing (and remains flashing until the Network Button is pressed again). 3. On the SUITE remote: a. Press the PRESET, UP, STOP, or DOWN button to “wake up” and initiate Network Search. Green PRESET LED is on solid. b. After a few seconds, the SUITE remote joins the ESI RF network. The Group 1 LED is on solid, and the Red PRESET button is on solid. 4.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 9. If the ESI RF Bridge will be connected to an automation system after the ESI RF network is set up, then you must reverse the Echo (On) and Line Termination character (CR+LF) that were turned on previously in the Configuration Menu. In the terminal emulator: a. Press Ctrl-C to enter the Configuration Menu. b. Press the “2.” key. c. Press the “3.” key. d. Press the “0.” key to exit the Configuration Menu. 10. Disconnect the PC from the ESI RF Bridge. 11.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide RQ Command Data Description A 3 characters (old address) v ? Report version v ? DRAFT, rev 4 Example Acknowledge address change Response Notes !RF1ABSB; (address report) This device’s address was changed from BSB to RF1. !BSBv?; !BSBv0.9.7.1; The ESI RF Bridge’s firmware version is 0.9.7.1 Report version !002v?; !002v1.3.4.1; This device’s firmware version is 1.3.4.1 NOTE: the SUITE remote is not a node, and will not report it’s firmware version number.
ESI RF BRIDGE RQ Command Data User Guide Description DRAFT, rev 4 Example Response Notes not have limits set or RQ device connected to ESI RF RQ Transceiver is not calibrated. NOTE: Scenes cannot be “defined” while the motor is moving. d scene s Define a scene !002dC23; No report. RQ device jogs twice and does not move to the scene. RF motor jogs twice, then jogs twice again, and does not move to the scene. NOTE: By default, Scene “0” is used for the PRESET button on the SUITE remote.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 Unsupported RQ Commands These RQ commands are not supported when sent to an ESI RF Bridge from a PC or automation system. RQ Command Data Description Send Response Notes ~ Randomize the ESI RF Bridge’s RQ address !BSB~; !BSBU; Not allowed. ~ Randomize the RQ address of all RQ devices !000~; !BSBU; Not allowed. ~ Randomize the RQ address of one RQ device !002~; !BSBU; Not allowed. Re-address all nodes !000@AAA !BSBU; Illegal command.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 Specifications No serviceable parts are included. Usage Indoor Use in Dry Locations Only. Ordinary Protection (not protected against harmful ingress of moisture). Power USB power draw from the USB 5VDC Power Supply: 5VDC 1A max (<0.1A typical) Frequency 2.4 GHz Operating Temperature Range +41°F to +95°F (+5°C to +35°C) Transportation and Storage Temperatures 0°F to +120°F (-18°C to +49°C) Maximum Altitude 0 to 13,500 ft (4,115 m) Weight ESI RF Bridge: 0.
ESI RF BRIDGE User Guide DRAFT, rev 4 Regulatory Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
