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INNCOM B578 Datasheet

Overview

INNCOM’s multifunctional controller works in three configurations to facilitate different

Integrated Room Automation System (IRAS) operations:

 As the B578S Edge Router, it networks Ethernet to INNCOM’s Deep Mesh RF

network. It provides backhaul networks with up to 200

rooms per PAN ID. It

supports multiple IP protocols (UDP, ICMP). The expanded addressing facilitates

transport reliability and multicasting. The Edge Router enhances security and

offers RF-to-Ethernet protocol conversion, with the availability of a PoE power supply for Power over Ethernet

applications.

 As the B578N, the Edge Router interfaces with the Tridium Niagara JACE (Java Application Control Engine)

controller to provide connectivity to numerous common network protocols such as LonWorks and BACNet, as

well as proprietary networks.

 As the PC-803, the device acts as a protocol converter, converting in-room RF traffic to Ethernet towards the

server.

Note: The device will generally be referred to as the “B578” throughout this

document. Statements specific to a particular configuration will be noted

accordingly.

Features

 Supports CBL32 control algorithms

 RS485 System Interface dongle

 10MBit Ethernet

 Available in PoE and +12VDC powered models

 128 bit AES encryption (Ethernet link and RF network)

 Typical indoor RF range up to 100ft

 Supports 2.4Ghz IEEE 802.15.4 compliant RF transceiver

 Supports S5bus (through external adapter)

 Compact physical dimension

 DIN rail mounting option (Figure 1)

 Wall or ceiling mount on standard 2-gang ring (Figure 2)

 Supports up to 200 rooms depending on the guestroom application deployed and the selected RF environment

at the site.

 4 kBytes mailbox memory usable as a relay-buffer for battery operated devices (Edge Router)

 IPv6 support (Edge Router)

The 200 device limit is based on timing considerations used by the communication protocols of a Deep Mesh network. Local RF interference

sources, conditions, and device placement can decrease this number.

Figure 2 B578 Wall/Ceiling Mountable

Figure 1 B578 DIN

Summary of content (9 pages)

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INNCOM B578 Datasheet Overview INNCOM’s multifunctional controller works in three configurations to facilitate different Integrated Room Automation System (IRAS) operations:  As the B578S Edge Router, it networks Ethernet to INNCOM’s Deep Mesh RF network. It provides backhaul networks with up to 200* rooms per PAN ID. It supports multiple IP protocols (UDP, ICMP). The expanded addressing facilitates Figure 1 B578 DIN transport reliability and multicasting.
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Specifications Parameter B578 RF Data Rate 250kbps Indoor/Urban RF range 100ft RF Transmit Power 50mW (+17dBm) RF Receive Sensitivity -97.7dBm Frequency Band 2.4Ghz Encryption AES-128 Protocol 802.15.
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Mounting Considerations The B578 Network Controllers are designed for mounting in a variety of applications. The bottom housing is equipped with a channel and tab for DIN rail mounting and therefore does not require any additional screws or hardware for installation. For screw-mounted applications, there are 4 countersunk holes located in the bottom housing that can be accessed by removing the top cover and Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA).
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Figure 4 Top Housing Removal To gain access to headers and connectors located on the PCBA, remove the B578 from the DIN rail or NEMA box enclosure. Using a flat screw driver, lift the top housing away from the snap tangs on the bottom housing. Figure 5 Mounting Screw Locations To screw mount the B578, open the B578 as described above and remove the PCBA, which is held in place by 4 tangs located at its perimeter.
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Input/Output Connections Headers: The B578 contains the following headers:  H1: In Circuit Programming Header  J1: DC Jack 12VDC Input  M1: PoE Module header (02-9949)  H2: NU  H3: ES1 / ES2 header  H4: RS485 (203-251)  H5: RS485 (203-251) Note: RS485 connectivity is not supported: these headers may be used to connect to an S5bus adapter (203-255). Output Function The following table describes the function of the indicator LEDs on the B578 PCBA.
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PoE Powered B578 The B578 is an IEEE 802.3af compliant Powered Device (PD) interface with a current mode switching regulator, providing a complete power solution for PD applications. The B578 is an IEEE class 2 device. PoE devices are classified below: IEEE Class Minimum Power Output at the PSE Maximum power Input at the Powered Device 0 15.4W 0.44 to 12.95W 1 4.0W 0.44 to 3.84W 2 7.0W 3.84 to 6.49W 3 15.4W 6.49 to 12.
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gateway used for Ethernet to S5bus protocol conversion in a DIN rail housing configuration. SAP VC Configuration Material Name When entering the model number in SAP, use the following description: Name Description B578_Controller B57x Platform Root Part Number This character set defines the model name for the B57x Platform Controller. OP/N Code Description 201-104 B57x Platform Power Supply Option This character set defines the power supply options available for the B57x platform.
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OP/N Code Logic Board Type Part Number A0 DIN Rail Mounted Housings See “Individual Components” chapter B0 Surface Mounted Housings See “Individual Components” chapter 8 Copyright 2014 INNCOM by Honeywell
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Base Models The base model is used as the baseline configuration from which to build the variant configuration options and models. Name Description 201-104-P00-B578S-B0 Base Model in a surface mount configuration. Individual Components Below are a set of components such as housings, PCBA’s and harnesses which can be ordered or added for final configuration.