ABB i-bus® KNX DALI-Software-Tool ® for ABB i-bus KNX-DALI Devices Software Description
ABB i-bus® KNX General Contents
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General ................................................................................................. 3
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.8.1
Usage ...........................................................................................................................................3 DALI-Software-Tool (DALI-Tool)...................................................................................................3 I-bus® Tool (commissioning lighting control) .................................................................................4 Supported devices ........................................................................................................................4 Languages ....................................................................................................................................4 Operating system .........................................................................................................................4 Graphics .......................................................................................................................................5 KNX bus access ...........................................................................................................................5 Falcon ...........................................................................................................................................5
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Installation ............................................................................................ 7
2.1 2.2
Which files are required ................................................................................................................7 Missing files ..................................................................................................................................8
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Operation and Function ...................................................................... 9
3.1 3.2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.3.1
Software start ...............................................................................................................................9 Display mode ..............................................................................................................................10 Configuration mode ....................................................................................................................10 Colour scheme ...........................................................................................................................11 Demo mode ................................................................................................................................11 Sub-window Configure Demo Gateway ......................................................................................12
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Main menu .......................................................................................... 13
4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.8.1 4.8.2 4.8.3 4.8.4 4.8.5 4.9 4.9.1 4.9.2 4.9.3 4.9.3.1 4.9.3.2 4.9.3.3 4.9.4 4.9.4.1 4.10 4.10.1 4.10.1.1 4.10.1.2 4.10.1.3 4.10.1.4 4.10.2 4.10.2.1 4.11 4.11.1 4.11.1.1
File > Communication .................................................................................................................13 File > Export ...............................................................................................................................13 File > Exit....................................................................................................................................14 Settings > Configuration mode ...................................................................................................14 Settings > Change password ......................................................................................................14 Settings > Language/Sprache ....................................................................................................14 Help (?) .......................................................................................................................................14 Info line .......................................................................................................................................15 Connected ..................................................................................................................................15 Conflicts ......................................................................................................................................15 Active (x/y) ..................................................................................................................................15 Adjustable scanning cycle ..........................................................................................................16 Output A/B ..................................................................................................................................16 Tab Connect ...............................................................................................................................16 Toolbar .......................................................................................................................................16 Button KNX .................................................................................................................................17 Area Connect to physical address ..............................................................................................17 Physical address input field ........................................................................................................18 Button Scan KNX bus .................................................................................................................18 Button Connect/Disconnect ........................................................................................................18 Area KNX device ........................................................................................................................19 List of the device attributes .........................................................................................................19 Tab Device .................................................................................................................................20 Area Ballast overview .................................................................................................................20 List of all outputs.........................................................................................................................20 Button Detect ballasts .................................................................................................................20 Button Accept Gateway values ...................................................................................................21 Button Use ballast values ...........................................................................................................21 Area Device properties ...............................................................................................................21 Button Start new addressing ......................................................................................................22 Tab Status (addresses / groups) ................................................................................................22 Toolbar .......................................................................................................................................23 Button Align groups at side .........................................................................................................23 DALI-Tool | 2CDC 507 118 D0201 i
ABB i-bus® KNX Contents 4.11.1.2 Button Automatic size fitting....................................................................................................... 23 4.11.1.3 Button Clear all group memberships of all ballasts .................................................................... 23 4.11.1.4 Button Clear all group memberships of a single ballast ............................................................. 24 4.11.1.5 Button Remove all ballasts of a single group ............................................................................. 24 4.11.1.6 Button Reset all ballasts ............................................................................................................ 24 4.11.1.7 Button Reset a single ballast ..................................................................................................... 24 4.11.1.8 Button Reset all ballasts of a single group ................................................................................. 24 4.11.1.9 Address fields ............................................................................................................................ 25 4.11.1.9.1 Symbols in the fields .................................................................................................................. 25 4.11.1.9.2 Mouseover ................................................................................................................................. 26 4.11.1.9.3 Selecting .................................................................................................................................... 26 4.11.1.9.4 Moving DALI device ................................................................................................................... 26 4.11.1.9.5 Button +/- Grouping ................................................................................................................... 26 4.11.1.10 Group fields ............................................................................................................................... 27 4.11.1.10.1 Field symbols ....................................................................................................................... 27 4.11.1.10.2 Mouseover............................................................................................................................ 27 4.11.1.10.3 Selecting............................................................................................................................... 27 4.11.1.10.4 Button +/- Grouping .............................................................................................................. 28 4.11.2 Hotkey ....................................................................................................................................... 28 4.12 Tab Status/Test (groups) ........................................................................................................... 28 4.12.1 List groups ................................................................................................................................. 28 4.12.1.1 Name ......................................................................................................................................... 29 4.12.1.2 Level .......................................................................................................................................... 29 4.12.1.3 Switch ........................................................................................................................................ 29 4.12.1.4 Slave .......................................................................................................................................... 29 4.12.1.5 Staircase lighting ....................................................................................................................... 29 4.12.1.6 Sequence................................................................................................................................... 29 4.13 Tab Status (emergency light) ..................................................................................................... 30 4.13.1 List of DALI devices, converter .................................................................................................. 30 4.13.1.1 Name ......................................................................................................................................... 30 4.13.1.2 Emergency lighting brightness ................................................................................................... 30 4.13.1.3 Automatic test possible .............................................................................................................. 31 4.13.1.4 Emergency lighting test ............................................................................................................. 31 4.13.1.5 Sub-window Start emergency test ............................................................................................. 31 4.13.1.5.1 Button Function test ................................................................................................................... 31 4.13.1.5.2 Button Duration test ................................................................................................................... 31 4.13.1.5.3 Button Partial duration test......................................................................................................... 32 4.13.1.5.4 Button Battery test ..................................................................................................................... 32 4.13.1.5.5 Button Cancel ............................................................................................................................ 32 4.13.1.5.6 Button active (abort) .................................................................................................................. 32 4.13.1.6 Test results ................................................................................................................................ 32 4.13.1.7 Sub-window Emergency test results .......................................................................................... 33 4.14 End DALI-Tool ........................................................................................................................... 35 4.15 Exchange of DALI equipment .................................................................................................... 35
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ABB i-bus® KNX General 1
General Both the DALI-Software-Tool (DALI-Tool) as well as the i-bus® Tool have been specially developed for the ABB i-bus® KNX-DALI devices. These functions are only available in conjunction with these devices and facilitate simple set-up of these devices. No particular KNX or DALI knowledge is necessary for operation. Processing of conventional DALI systems or light control systems without an ABB i-bus® KNX device, e.g. via a USB/DALI port, is not possible with the tool.
1.1
Usage Both of the tools available for the ABB i-bus® KNX DALI gateways and the DALI Light Controller, referred to in the following as KNX-DALI devices, simplify the commissioning process for the electrical specialists in setting up these devices in a KNX building automation system. The DALI Tool is mandatory for setting up the KNX DALI devices. Using this tool, the DALI devices, e.g. ballasts, dimmers, etc. are addressed and compiled to DALI groups, if required. The commissioning of a constant lighting control with the DALI Light Controller DLR/S 8.16.1M can be im® plemented via the ETS (control setting). An optional i-bus Tool is available that can be used to set-up and adjust the settings of the constant lighting control without using ETS.
1.2
DALI-Software-Tool (DALI-Tool) The DALI-Tool is a utility for the ABB i-bus® KNX-DALI devices. The following functions are integrated into the DALI-Tool: •
® Connection establishment between the ABB i-bus and KNX-DALI device
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Test (switch ON/OFF, setting values, start auxiliary function) of the individual DALI groups
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Readdressing of individual DALI devices (DALI addresses)
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Assignment of the DALI devices in DALI groups
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Display of all lamp and ballast faults (per DALI device and DALI group)
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Display of the monitored DALI device
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Triggering of the function Detect ballasts, to ensure correct monitoring of the DALI device
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Display of a conflict, should the DALI group assignments saved in the KNX-DALI Gateway not correspond with the system. Otherwise the system values or the values in the KNX-DALI Gateway can be adopted.
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Triggering of emergency lighting tests and display of the results (Test mode)
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The assignment of the DALI devices to a DALI group can be saved in a *.txt file
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ABB i-bus® KNX General 1.3
I-bus® Tool (commissioning lighting control) The i-bus® Tool is a utility for the ABB i-bus® KNX devices, e.g. DALI Light Controller DLR/S 8.16.1M. The ® following functions are integrated into the i-bus Tool:
1.4
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Connection establishment to the DALI Light Controller DLR/S 8.16.1M
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Setting the brightness value of the DALI group
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Triggering of the calibration of the constant lighting control
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Visualization and monitoring of the sensor values during set-up
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Reading of the control parameters and the setpoint of the set constant lighting control
Supported devices The DALI-Tool supports a range of ABB i-bus® KNX-DALI devices. At the present time they are: •
DG/S 1.1 (from Firmware 1.4)
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DG/S 1.16.1
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DLR/S 8.16.1
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DGN/S 1.16.1
The different properties of the device are described in *.dsc files in the sub-folder device. As soon as you want to connect the DALI-Tool with a KNX-DALI device, all the *.dsc files available in the sub-folder device will be examined. If the matching *.dsc file for the connected KNX-DALI device is found, the connection process continues. The DALI-Tool contains all necessary information concerning the properties of the KNX-DALI device from the corresponding *.dsc file and matches its representation and function in accordance with the KNX-DALI device. If the matching *.dsc file is not found, a connector will not be established. This is indicated by the corresponding error message. Should no connection exist to one of the above listed devices, please contact the ABB KNX Helpline to receive the matching *.dsc file.
1.5
Languages The DALI-Tool supports several languages during operation. This is implemented using *.lng files in the sub-folder language. All the available languages there are listed in the DALI-Tool in Menu item Settings>Language/Sprache and can be selected accordingly. Should a language file not be available, the English language texts of the DALI-Tool are integrated as default solution. Should you be unable to find the desired language under Settings>Language/Sprache, please contact the ABB KNX Helpline to request a suitable *.lng file.
1.6
Operating system The DALI-Tool requires an IBM or IBM compatible PC with Microsoft Windows operating systems Windows XP, 2000, Windows Vista or Windows 7 (32 or 64 bit).
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ABB i-bus® KNX General 1.7
Graphics The display window of the DALI-Tool is a minimum of 640 (width) x 700 (height) pixels in size. If the monitor has a lower resolution, the complete image is not shown.
1.8
KNX bus access The connection between KNX and PC is implemented with an RS232, USB or IP port. ETS is not absolutely necessary. It is recommended that you install the KNX interface in the same line as the KNX-DALI device in order to establish stable communication between PC and the KNX-DALI device. It can positively affect the connection stability.
1.8.1
Falcon The preconditions for a possible connection to the KNX is that the current version of Falcon Runtime (version V1.6 or higher and version 1.8 or higher for Windows 7) is installed on the PC. If you have installed ETS3 or higher on your PC, the Falcon driver is also automatically installed. If Falcon Runtime is already installed, it must not be reinstalled. Should Falcon Runtime not be installed, this will be indicated when the DALI-Tool is started. The DALITool can be used independently of the Falcon Runtime in Demo mode, see Demo mode, page 11. To check whether Falcon Runtime is already installed as well as the installed version on your PC, simply open the Control Panel of your PC, select Software and just search through the list for KNX eteC Falcon Runtime. Otherwise Falcon Runtime uses the supplied *.msi file of your DALI-Tool. If Falcon Runtime is not installed or an older version is installed, install the most current version. The version V1.8 of Falcon Runtime (version June 2010) can be found as an *.msi file in the ZIP file of the DALI-Tool, e.g. FalconRuntime_V18.msi. The Falcon driver is installed by simply running this *.msi file, e.g. with a double click. You must have administrator rights for your PC for installation. If necessary, contact your system administrator or integrator. The current Falcon driver can be downloaded on the KNX Internet web page, at www.knx.org/de/knxtools/falcon/downloads.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Installation 2
Installation The DALI does not require an explicit installation. The required files and sub-folders can be copied to any desired position, but must be in the same folder as the EXE file (Dali-Tool.exe). If necessary, an EXE file link can be created on the Desktop or copied to any other location. Important The Falcon Runtime must be installed on the PC.
2.1
Which files are required The program folder of the DALI-Tool contains a number of files and folders required to run the program. An explicit installation of the DALI-Tool is not necessary. *.exe
Program file
The DALI-Tool is started by running this file.
.dll
Dynamic Link Libraries
Necessary for running the program
config
Contains the *.cfg file
Files for setting various operating parameters of the DALI-Tool
device
Contains the *.dsc files
Descriptive files for the supported devices
help
Contains *.pdf files
The software manuals
language
Contains the *.lng files
Files with the text for different language variants of the DALI-Tool
DALI-Tool
CCF FalconAccess SupportLibrary
Folder
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ABB i-bus® KNX Installation 2.2
Missing files If the folder config or a file contained within it is not available at the program start, the folder or the missing file are created by the DALI-Tool basic settings. In this way, the password for the configuration mode is reset to ABB. The folder device is mandatory in order to run the program. The *.dsc files contained within it enable operation with various Gateway types. If no *.dsc files are available, the DALI-Tool can only be operated in Demo mode. If the folder help is not available, an attempt to access the function ? of the DALI-Tool will fail. Otherwise the full range of the DALI-Tool can be used. If the folder language is not available, please use the default English language text of the DALI-Tool.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Operation and Function 3
Operation and Function The DALI-Tool creates a direct connection between the DALI and KNX worlds. This connection displays the presence of DALI devices, e.g. ballasts, dimmers and converters. The DALI address or the DALI lighting group assignment can also be displayed and changed if required.
3.1
Software start The DALI-Tool is started by running the exe file (DALI-Tool.exe). You can start, for example, by a double click with the left mouse button. Previous installation of the software is unnecessary and will not be undertaken. However, the Falcon driver must be available on the PC, see Falcon, page 5.
After the software is started, the tab Connect becomes visible, see Tab Connect, page 16. The physical address of the KNX-DALI device can be entered and a connection can be established via a corresponding interface (RS232, USB or IP). Please press button KNX to select and configure the interface, see Button KNX, page 17. Important A permanent connection of the DALI-Tool to the KNX is not advisable. Continuous updating of the display increases the KNX load, which can lead directly to impairment of the operating speeds. The scanning cycle can be reduced, see Adjustable scanning cycle, page 16.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Operation and Function 3.2
Display mode The DALI-Tool can operate in two different modes: •
Display mode (the DALI-Tool always starts automatically in this mode).
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Configuration mode
In display mode, no changes or actions in a KNX-DALI device or a DALI device can be undertaken. It is only used to indicate and display the state of the lighting system relative to malfunctions (lamp and ballast faults), monitoring (for detection of ballast faults) as well as DALI addressing and DALI group assignments. Also displayed are any existing conflicts, i.e. if there are differences between the DALI group and scene assignment information stored in the KNX device and in the DALI devices. This can be the case if the KNX-DALI device has been exchanged or a pre-programmed DALI device with DALI group assignment has been installed. All this is possible without allowing the system to mistakenly modify itself or to influence the system. Modification of the DALI system is only possible in configuration mode. For this reason, the lighting system remains fully functional in display mode (observation). The DALI-Tool in display mode is an ideal tool for a facility manager, who has no KNX or DALI knowledge and who requires immediate information on the state of the lighting system. How to switch to configuration mode and the additional functions that are available is described in section Configuration mode. 3.2.1
Configuration mode In configuration mode, the commissioning engineer or system specialist can access the DALI system and modify it. Note If changes are made to an existing operating system, they should be made carefully, as they will have a direct effect on the system. The primary task of the configuration mode is in commissioning the system. The required DALI group assignments are to be simply undertaken for later control via the KNX. Furthermore, the individual DALI address of every individual DALI device can be changed. Activation of the configuration mode can be undertaken in menu Settings > Enable configuration mode. Deactivation of the configuration mode can be undertaken in the menu by again selecting Settings > Disable configuration mode. The program returns to the display mode when the configuration mode is deactivated. The configuration mode is protected by a password (preset ABB) to avoid unwanted readdressing or regrouping of the connected DALI devices on the KNX-DALI device.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Operation and Function Enter the password in the Password dialog window and acknowledge with OK. Please note that capital and small lettering are differentiated when the password is entered. The password can be changed under the menu Settings > Change password. A window appears, where the new password can be determined. For this purpose, the old and the new password as well a password repetition are required. Note Should you forget the password, the password is reset to the original setting (ABB) by deleting the file tool.cfg. The file tool.cfg can be found in the sub-folder config of the DALI-Tool. The next time the DALITool is started, the file tool.cfg is automatically generated with the default values. Note When you switch to the configuration mode and access the page Addresses / groups , the functions Slave, Lightcontrol, Staircase and Scene recalls are interrupted. The lamps assume the brightness value for the deselected DALI device. This value can be set in the configuration mode on the tab Device. When the DALI-Tool is ended, the functions are not re-assumed, rather all DALI devices are set to the brightness value for the deselected DALI devices.
3.2.2
Colour scheme The DALI-Tool uses colour schemes for the different tabs, depending on the settings made for the corresponding tabs in the mode currently selected.
3.2.3
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Green: No entries are possible here that can influence the system in any way, whether they are temporary or permanent.
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Yellow: The entries have a temporary and, if appropriate, a visible influence on the system. However, these settings are not stored permanently. Test functions are a typical example.
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Red: Changes on the tab concerned or in the corresponding entry field have a permanent influence on the system. The settings are permanently stored.
Demo mode The DALI-Tool has a so-called Demo mode. This is a method for operating almost all functions of the DALI-Tool even without a KNX system and without a real KNX device. The DALI-Tool simulates all internal functions of the KNX device and the connected DALI devices. In Demo mode, you can get familiar with the functions without a KNX system using just your PC. The Demo mode is started by entering the word demo as the physical address and acknowledging it with return.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Operation and Function 3.2.3.1
Sub-window Configure Demo Gateway Connect to the Demo mode, see Demo mode, page 11, and the sub-window Configure demo gateway opens. You can make all configurations for Demo mode here. Acknowledge it with button OK and continue in Demo mode. Using button Cancel, you disregard the settings and return without the Demo mode to the tab Connect.
Your settings in the sub-window Configure demo gateway are as follows: •
Gateway class type: Select the desired KNX device type here. At the current time, the Gateway DG/S 1.1, the Group Gateway DG/S 1.16.1, the Emergency Lighting Gateway DGN/S 1.16.1 and the Lighting Control Gateway DLR/S 8.16.1 are available (as of 08/2012)
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Physical address: No entry is necessary and possible here. The physical address in Demo mode is demo.
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Simulated access delay (in ms): Here you set the simulated bus access time, at which the DALI-Tool should assume Demo mode. Should you wish to become familiar with the functions, select a small value here (e.g. 1). If you want a realistic time response (delays) of the DALI-Tool in Demo mode, you can enter typical times here, e.g. 100-200 ms.
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Number of outputs: The value defines the number of DALI outputs available on the selected device. Up to 64 DALI devices can be theoretically connected to each DALI output.
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Number of ballasts: This value defines the number of simulated DALI devices per output for the selected device.
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Number of groups: This value defines the number of possible DALI groups per output.
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Number of light controlling groups: This value defines the number of available lighting control groups. If the selected device does not have this function available, a 0 is displayed.
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Number of light sensors: This value defines the maximum number of light sensor inputs. If the selected device does not have this function available, a 0 is displayed.
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Automatic assignment to last group: The corresponding parameter from the ETS can be created with this setting. With the option Yes, only 15 groups are available for assignment by the user. All devices without the DALI group assignment stipulated by the user are automatically assigned by the KNX device to DALI group 16. In this way, a simple operation without further configuration is possible. The setting Yes or No determines the response of the KNX device for the Demo mode.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4
Main menu
The main menu is located in the upper edge of the DALI-Tool window. The functions available here are described individually in the following.
4.1
File > Communication The sub-window Communication opens. You can acknowledge your settings with OK or disregard them with Cancel and leave the window. They are the same settings that you can access the button KNX from the toolbar of tab Connect, see Tab Connect, page 16. A more detailed description of the settings can be found under Button KNX, page 17.
4.2
File > Export Using this function, a file can be created with a listing of the group and DALI device assignments. The storage location and the file name can be freely selected. In this ASCII file (*.txt), all the DALI devices and their DALI group assignments are listed and vice versa. This information can be used both for project documentation as well as for analysis of the system state. Note This function is only available after a successful connection to a KNX-DALI device without conflicts, see Tab Connect, page 16.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.3
File > Exit Exit the DALI-Tool here. If the DALI-Tool is exited during active configuration mode, all DALI devices remain in the state, which was applied to them by the DALI-Tool. The additional functions Staircase and Sequence remain stopped and must be restarted if necessary. The additional function Operational state remains deactivated and must be reactivated if required. The DALI-Tool can also be exited by clicking on the end symbol (the X in the red box) in the header.
4.4
Settings > Configuration mode Use this menu item to change to the Configuration mode. The configuration mode is protected by a password (preset ABB) to avoid unwanted readdressing or regrouping of the connected DALI devices on the KNX-DALI device. If the DALI-Tool is in configuration mode, the menu item changes from Enable configuration mode to Disable configuration mode.
4.5
Settings > Change password You can set a new password here. For this purpose, the old and the new password as well a password repetition are required. Note Please note that capital and small lettering are differentiated when the password is entered. Note Should you forget the password, the password is reset to the original setting (ABB) by deleting the file tool.cfg. The file tool.cfg can be found in the sub-folder config of the DALI-Tool. The next time the DALITool is started, the file tool.cfg is automatically generated with the default values.
4.6
Settings > Language/Sprache If this function is selected, an additional selection list appears beside the menu item with the languages currently supported by the DALI-Tool. The language currently selected is marked accordingly. The selection of the available languages is directed to the *.lng files in the sub-folder language, see Languages, page 4.
4.7
Help (?) This menu item calls up the software description for the DALI-TOOL as a PDF file. The file that suits the current language setting is called from the sub-folder. A prerequisite is that a software application capable of displaying PDF files has been installed, e.g. Acrobat Reader.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.8
Info line
Information concerning the status and activity of the DALI-Tool is displayed in this Info line. It is always visible irrespective of the tab page that has been selected. 4.8.1
Connected The current connection status to the KNX device is indicated on the left border. A differentiation is made between connected with and not connected. In addition to the connection status, the type of connection to the KNX (RS232, USB or IP) as well as the physical address of the connected KNX device is displayed. The display of the interface is unnecessary in Demo mode.
4.8.2
Conflicts If the DALI group assignments do not correspond with the settings in the DALI devices saved in the KNXDALI devices, a corresponding message with a red marking is displayed.
4.8.3
Active (x/y) Due to the limited transmission speed on the KNX, it is possible that the actions triggered by the DALI-Tool are subject to a certain processing time. As soon as the queued telegrams arrive, it is indicated in the Info line as active followed by two values. The first value indicates the number of queued configuration telegrams. As soon as this is the case, the display active is marked in red. At this time, the behaviour of the system may diverge from the expected behaviour, as not all configuration telegrams have been implemented. If there are no longer queued configuration telegrams, the colour changes to grey and a 0 is displayed. The second value indicates the number of queued scanning telegrams. They are necessary to refresh various DALI-Tool displays. The active display is not highlighted in colour for queued scanning telegrams. Should there not be queued configuration or scanning telegrams, the display active is not shown. Should you break the connection to the KNX device or exit the DALI-Tool when telegrams are still in the queue for processing, the connection is not immediately disconnected or the DALI-Tool is not immediately exited. Instead, a progress bar appears, in which processing of the telegram queue is represented. Processing of the telegrams in the queue when breaking the connection or exiting the DALI-Tool can be discontinued prematurely by pressing the X button on the top right hand edge of the progress bar. In this case, a further warning indication that existing telegrams in the queue will be lost is displayed. Note Should the telegrams be configuration telegrams, premature exiting and disregarding of the telegram queue can lead to inconsistencies and undesired configuration of the system. We strongly recommend that you do not do this.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.8.4
Adjustable scanning cycle The DALI-Tool features an automatic update cycle for the displayed status values. These can be observed in the display active. In corresponding intervals, a group of scanning telegrams occurs, which can be processed sequentially. Hereby, the corresponding displays are updated in the DALI-Tool by the new scanned status values. The scanning interval can be set in the file tool.cfg in the sub-folder config. For this purpose, select Edit from the Windows context menu (right mouse button on the file name). The following entry can be found in the file: update status interval=1000. The figure value defines the interval between two scanning intervals in ms. Set a value of 1000 for a repetition of the scan after 1 s. Set the value 30,000 for scanning every 30 s. The higher the value, the lower the average KNX bus load by the DALI-Tool. Otherwise the relevance of the displayed value in the DALI-Tool is reduced. An optimum average value should be set here to suit the application.
4.8.5
Output A/B The channel currently selected is displayed in the right hand area of the info line. Should a connection have been established with a multi-channel KNX-DALI device (e.g. DG/S 1.1), DALI outputs can be selected in this way. All displays and controls relate to the respective output set here.
4.9
Tab Connect On this tab, all the functions and settings related to establishing a connection with a KNX device can be found. The tab also provides an overview of the device currently connected.
4.9.1
Toolbar In this toolbar, buttons that offer functions for connection with the gateway are shown. The content of the toolbar is independent of the selected tab.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.9.2
Button KNX When this button is selected, the sub-window Communication opens. You can acknowledge your settings with OK or disregard them with Cancel and leave the window. In the area Select communication interface: you select the interface set-up beforehand. You can create a new interface or edit an existing one by pressing button … on the right of the selection list. This will open the interface configuration window that you know from ETS. Here you set the individual interface parameters. Acknowledge the entry with the OK button. Note Using an RS232 interface, the connection to the KNX can only be established via a COM port. Should the ETS already use the COM port, the ETS must be exited, before the DALI-Tool is closed and the COM port is thus re-enabled. The button Test interface underneath the interface selection offers the opportunity to test access by the currently selected interface to the KNX. The result of the test is displayed on the right beside the button (OK or error). In the area Communication settings you can set the rate of telegrams between the DALI-Tool and the KNX device. This only concerns the cyclic scanning telegrams used to continually update the displays in the DALI-Tool. A waiting time between the individual telegrams [ms] can be set. The scanning telegrams are sent every second, for example, when the value 1000 has been selected. This facilitates reduction of the KNX bus load even with a permanently connected DALI-Tool. Interrelated telegram sequences for configuration are exchanged with the maximum possible speed with the KNX device and are not influenced by this setting.
4.9.3
Area Connect to physical address In this area, you will find three elements, with which a connection with a KNX device can be initiated.
If a connection to the KNX has been established, the DALI-Tool will be initially in display mode. The system cannot be influenced or changed in this mode. The system continues to operate without interruption and with the full range of functions.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.9.3.1
Physical address input field Here you can enter the physical address of the KNX-DALI device, to which you want to connect. By pressing the Return key, the automatic establishment of the connection is initialised. Furthermore, the field offers a selection of the physical addresses, with which a successful connection was established beforehand. Press the arrow button on the right hand edge of the entry field (drop down functionality) for this purpose. The DALI-Tool has a so-called Demo mode, see Demo mode page 11. Enter demo in the entry field for the physical address (a differentiation is not made between capital and small letters). If you start the Demo mode, the sub-window Configure demo gateway opens.
4.9.3.2
Button Scan KNX bus Should the physical address of the KNX device be unknown, you can determine this by using the DALITool by actuation of the button and then connect directly. The DALI-Tool requests that you press the button Programming on the required KNX device, to put it into programming mode. Following the search process, the physical addresses of all devices can be listed in programming mode. You can now simply connect with the required device. Note The programming mode of the KNX devices must be manually reset, e.g. by pressing the KNX programming button on the KNX device.
4.9.3.3
Button Connect/Disconnect By pressing this button, the connection with the KNX device is initialised in accordance with the selected physical address. For this purpose, the Falcon driver is accessed by the DALI-Tool. This must have been correctly installed beforehand, see Falcon, page 5. If communication is not possible with the KNX bus, the DALI-Tool automatically closes the Falcon driver and restarts it. This process is repeated up to 5 times.
If establishment of a connection is not possible, a corresponding error message is issued. Note If it is not possible to establish contact regardless of the attempts made, close the DALI-Tool and the ETS if required, and restart the PC or the Falcon driver. It may be necessary to manually terminate it using the Task Manager > Applications. The Task Manager can be started with the key combination Ctrl + Alt + Del.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu If a successful connection to the KNX device is established, the button Connect automatically changes to the button Disconnect. Actuating this button ends the connection to a KNX device. It can occur that the reason for the limited bandwidth of the KNX bus and the interface could be that telegrams sent to the KNX device are still in a queue. A corresponding message appears with a progress display and a counter for the telegrams in the queue. You can end the process prematurely by pressing the X on the right edge of the progress display. Telegrams not yet sent are lost. Should they only be cyclic scanning telegrams, this will not be a factor and you can end the DALI-Tool more quickly. 4.9.4
Area KNX device
4.9.4.1
List of the device attributes In this area, all the properties of the currently connected KNX-DALI device are listed. •
Manufacturer
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Device
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Number of outputs
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Number of ballasts
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Number of groups
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Application program
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Application version
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ECU version
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.10
Tab Device This tab appears if a connection exists to a KNX device.
4.10.1
Area Ballast overview
This area is used for a brief summary of all the DALI devices connect to the KNX-DALI device. Conflicts are solved and monitoring functions are adjusted here. 4.10.1.1
List of all outputs In this list, the following parameters are displayed in table format for all DALI outputs of the KNX-DALI device: •
Total: The total of all the recognized DALI devices connected to the DALI output.
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Monitored: Number of DALI devices monitored by the KNX-DALI device. If all DALI addresses are monitored, a message of ballast faults is possible. The DALI short addresses are determined by the function DALI device Detect ballasts, see Button Detect ballasts, page 20.
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Conflict: Number of conflicts of DALI devices. A conflict exists when the stored DALI group membership in the DALI devices deviates from the KNX-DALI device. As for non-grouped KNX-DALI devices, e.g. DG/S 1.1, a conflict cannot occur, a 0 is always output with these devices. Note In configuration mode, it is possible to solve a conflict, where the groupings of the KNX-DALI device are written into the DALI devices, see Button Accept Gateway values, page 21, or the values from the DALI devices are accepted in the KNX-DALI device, see Button Use ballast values, page 21.
4.10.1.2
Button Detect ballasts This function determines the DALI short addresses to be monitored. No new addressing or readdressing of the DALI devices is undertaken. The function can also be undertaken with the DALI-KNX device by the communication object Detect ballasts.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.10.1.3
Button Accept Gateway values Using this function, the group information from the KNX-DALI device can be accepted into the DALI device. The button is only activated is there is a conflict and the DALI-Tool is in configuration mode.
4.10.1.4
Button Use ballast values Using this function, the group information from the DALI device is accepted into the KNX-DALI device. The button is only activated is there is a conflict and the DALI-Tool is in configuration mode.
4.10.2
Area Device properties
The following list elements can only be modified in the configuration mode. Otherwise they are only used to display the current configuration. •
Brightness level (selected): Brightness value of the selected DALI device or DALI group. The value can only be modified in configuration mode. Values between 0 and 255 or 0 % and 100 % can be entered.
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Brightness level (unselected): Brightness value of all unselected DALI devices or DALI groups. The value can only be modified in configuration mode. Values between 0 and 255 or 0 % and 100 % can be entered.
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Behaviour of selected ballast: Dynamic behaviour with a selection. In addition to direct switch over between both brightnesses (selected and unselected), a continuous transition (dimming) or the function flashing can be selected for the selected state. Note Some lamps are unsuited for flashing operation. This can mean that the lamp does not switch on or can be destroyed. The functions dimming and flashing are not supported by all DALI Gateways. In this case, only the function Switch is available.
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Dimming speed: The time it takes for the dimming transition between both brightnesses (selected and unselected). This setting is only relevant if for the Behaviour of selected ballast the option Dimming has been selected.
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Automatic addressing: This field indicates whether automatic addressing for the DALI output has or has not been deactivated by ETS parameterization. With unselected address assignment, newly added DALI devices are not recognized without a short address. A DALI device without DALI short address can only be controlled via DALI broadcast telegrams. If no DALI addressing assignment is permitted (no displayed), the Button Start new addressing, page 22, is engaged.
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Automatic assignment to last group: Information concerning whether the automatic assignment of the DALI devices in group 16 has been activated or deactivated by the ETS parameterization. If this setting is not supported by the device currently connected, it is indicated by a not capable.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.10.2.1
Button Start new addressing This button is only available in configuration mode and in conjunction with a deactivated automatic address assignment. With this function, a one-off DALI address assignment is triggered. All DALI devices with the missing short address at this point are addressed. Devices with a short address are excluded from this process and retain the DALI short address they had up to now. If DALI devices with a double DALI short address are available, they will be removed. A DALI device without a DALI short address will be assigned with the first free DALI short address.
4.11
Tab Status (addresses / groups)
This page is only visible if a KNX-DALI device has been connected beforehand. It provides a graphic overview of all DALI short addresses and detected DALI devices as well as their state. For group-based KNXDALI devices, an additional grouping of the DALI device is displayed. In configuration mode, the DALI short addresses of the detected DALI devices can be changed. Furthermore, the DALI group assignments can be determined. The representation of the groups and the opportunity of group assignment is only available to devices, which support DALI group assignment (not DG/S 1.1).
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.11.1
Toolbar
In the toolbar, you can find various symbols, which are dependent on the respective selection and mode, for control of the display as well as for configuration of DALI devices. The different functions are listed in the following and described in detail. Note If the function is not supported by a DALI Gateway variant or an older device, the button is greyed out. Grey buttons cannot be clicked.
4.11.1.1
Button Align groups at side Using this button, the position of the group display for the 16 DALI groups is determined. • inactive: Display underneath the 64 address fields • active: Display right beside the address fields The button is available in all modes for all group-based KNX-DALI devices.
4.11.1.2
Button Automatic size fitting Using this button, automatic size adjustment of the address or group fields is activated/deactivated. • inactive: The size is not adjusted automatically. • active: The fields are always adapted to the current window size of the DALI-Tool. This assures that simpler readability is achieved with a correspondingly larger window setting. For size determination of the always square address and group field, the bordering side area (height or width) is used. All symbols are enlarged accordingly. The fonts used (DALI device numbers and group numbers) are not changed. The button is available in all modes for all KNX-DALI devices.
4.11.1.3
Button Clear all group memberships of all ballasts This button removes the DALI group assignments of all DALI devices. A new security query is initiated, before the process is started. It is not possible to undo this step. Processing of the telegram can take an extended time. The button is only available in configuration mode for all group-based KNX-DALI devices.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.11.1.4
Button Clear all group memberships of a single ballast Using this button you remove the DALI group assignments of a selected DALI device. • inactive: No individual DALI device or DALI group has been selected. • active: After pressing the button, all DALI group assignments for this DALI device are removed. A new security query is initiated, before the process is started. It is not possible to undo this step. The button is only available in configuration mode for all group-based KNX-DALI devices.
4.11.1.5
Button Remove all ballasts of a single group Using this button, you remove all DALI devices from the selected DALI group. • inactive: A DALI device has been selected. • active: After pressing the button, all DALI devices of this DALI group are removed. A new security query is initiated, before the process is started. It is not possible to undo this step. The button is only available in configuration mode for all group-based KNX-DALI devices.
4.11.1.6
Button Reset all ballasts Using this button, all DALI devices are reset to their default delivery state (according to EN 62386-102). Reset is implemented via the DALI telegram Reset. The DALI short address is subsequently removed. All DALI group assignments and other settings are removed in the process. Processing of the telegram can take an extended time. The button is only available in configuration mode. Note With this function, all configurations in all DALI devices are lost. Renewed addressing and grouping is mandatory. The parameterized settings in the ETS are then written from the KNX-DALI device into the DALI device. All settings, which are not affected by the ETS, are lost.
4.11.1.7
Button Reset a single ballast Using this button, the selected DALI devices are reset to their default delivery state (to EN 62386-102). • inactive: No individual DALI device has been selected. • active: After actuation of the button, the DALI devices are reset to the default delivery state. Reset is implemented via the DALI telegram Reset. The DALI short address is subsequently removed. All DALI group assignments and other settings are removed in the process. The button is only available in configuration mode.
4.11.1.8
Button Reset all ballasts of a single group Using this button, all DALI devices of the selected DALI group are reset to their default delivery state (to EN 62386-102). • inactive: No DALI device or group has been selected. • active: After pressing the button, all DALI devices of the selected DALI group are reset to their default delivery state. Reset is implemented via the DALI telegram Reset. The DALI short address is subsequently removed. All DALI group assignments and other settings are removed in the process. Processing of the telegram can take an extended time. The button is only available in configuration mode.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.11.1.9
Address fields All 64 DALI short addresses are shown in an 8x8 matrix. The address field numbering commences with 1. Thus the field number 1 corresponds with DALI short address 0, etc. Note If a DALI telegram recording is undertaken, for example, via a USB/DALI interface and a DALI monitor is carried out, please note the divergent method of counting. The numbering of the DALI short address commences with 0 and ends with 63. In the Gateways, numbering is offset by 1 and the numbering 1…64 is used. Each DALI device with address is represented by a bulb symbol. If a connected DALI device does not have a short address, it cannot be shown in this view. The DALI short address is normally automatically assigned by the KNX-DALI device. In the application program in the ETS, this automatic DALI addressing can be deactivated (refer to the corresponding product manual) in most DALI gateways. The status of parameterization is displayed in the device tab in the automatic address assignment device properties.
4.11.1.9.1
Symbols in the fields If a DALI device is not found for a DALI short address, the corresponding address field remains empty.
Should a normal DALI device be reported at the respective DALI short address, the lamp symbol is displayed in the corresponding address field.
If the detected DALI device is an emergency lighting converter (DALI device type 1 / EN 62386-102), an additional emergency exit will be displayed in the corresponding address field.
A defective lamp is indicated by a defective lamp symbol. It is also highlighted in red.
If a DALI short address is monitored, this is marked by an eye symbol in the right upper corner of the address field. When a DALI device is monitored, the failure of the device (no longer responds) is displayed as a fault. If a DALI device fails at an unmonitored short address (no longer responds), this is indicated by a red cross. The prerequisite is that the device is monitored.
If an emergency lighting convertor is detected as the device type at a monitored DALI short address instead of a normal DALI device, it is represented by a red cross on the symbol of the emergency output.
If a normal DALI device is detected as the device type at a monitored DALI short address instead of an emergency lighting converter, it is represented by a red cross instead of an emergency lighting symbol.
If an emergency lighting convertor no longer responds at a monitored DALI short address, a red cross is displayed in place of the lamp symbol.
The address fields concerned are highlighted in red independently of the type of fault.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.11.1.9.2
Mouseover If a mouse moves over an address field, this will be highlighted. At the same time, the group fields that are assigned to this DALI short address or DALI device are highlighted. If the mouse cursor is held for a short time above the field, the DALI group membership, the current brightness value as well as the fault type current present appear as additional information.
4.11.1.9.3
Selecting A selection is only possible in configuration mode. A DALI short address or a DALI device is selected by a simple left mouse click. Any existing selection is replaced by the new selection. The DALI short address selected as a result is displayed as a green frame. All assigned DALI groups are identified by a blue frame. The DALI device is also controlled with the level selected, see Area Device properties, page 21. If a lamp defect is not present, the selection is also displayed by a lighting lamp symbol. If a DALI short address has been selected, the buttons + or - will also additionally appear in the address fields.
4.11.1.9.4
Moving DALI device With a pressed left mouse button, assign a new DALI short address to the detected DALI devices, by simply dragging the DALI devices into the required address field. If another DALI device is already at this location, the DALI short addresses of both DALI devices are exchanged. You can assign DALI devices with the desired DALI short addresses using this process. Information such as group membership, maximum and minimum dimming value, scene value etc. can be found on the device field. If a device is moved to another field, it will receive the information of the new device.
4.11.1.9.5
Button +/- Grouping These additional buttons within the upper left corner of the address field are only activated in configuration mode and displayed with the selected DALI group. These buttons are also only available for groupbased KNX-DALI devices, in other words not for the DG/S 1.1. By pressing the button +, the corresponding DALI devices of the currently selected DALI group are added. For the DGN/S 1.16.1, there is generally the rule that a DALI device can only be assigned to one DALI group at a time. Thus with the DGN/S 1.16.1 any existing assignment to a DALI group is automatically rescinded and the new assignment is set. The button subsequently changes to + or -. By renewed actuation of this button, the DALI devices can be removed from the corresponding group. If a DALI device is not assigned to a DALI group, it can only be controlled via the DALI broadcast telegram. In the case of a DG/S 1.16.1 or a DLR/S 8.16.1, where the option for an automatic assignment in group 16 exists, a DALI device, whose last DALI group assignment has been rescinded, will be automatically assigned to group 16. Inversely, a DALI device that has been assigned to group 16 by this automatism, is automatically removed as soon as it is assigned to one of the DALI groups 1…15.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.11.1.10
Group fields All DALI groups are represented as a 2x8 matrix under or to the right of the 8x8 group field. The DALI groups 1…16 correspond to DALI groups 0…15. The numbering of the groups commences with 1. Thus the group field with number 1 complies to DALI group address 0 etc. Note If a DALI telegram recording is undertaken, for example, via a USB/DALI interface and a DALI monitor is carried out, please note the divergent method of counting.
4.11.1.10.1
Field symbols If a DALI group is not assigned with DALI short addresses, the corresponding group field remains empty.
As soon as at least one DALI device of a DALI group is assigned, it is indicated by a group symbol with three lamps. The assigned DALI group must not be connected. It is thus possible to carry out the group assignment without connected DALI devices and to just move the devices to the appropriate device fields during commissioning. Should there be a fault, this is indicated by the symbols, and it is described in the following. A group fault is indicated when at least one DALI device of the DALI group indicates a fault.
The group symbol contains no information on the device type. Normal DALI devices and emergency lighting converters are not differentiated and not indicated on the group symbol.
4.11.1.10.2
Mouseover If a mouse moves over a group field, this will be highlighted. At the same time, the address fields assigned to this DALI group are highlighted. If the mouse cursor is held for a short time over the field, the group name, as parameterized in the ETS, appears as additional information as well as the number of DALI devices assigned to this group and the existing error types.
4.11.1.10.3
Selecting A selection is only possible in configuration mode. A DALI group is selected by a simple left mouse click. Any existing selection is replaced by the new selection. The DALI group selected as a result is displayed as a green frame. All assigned DALI devices are identified by a blue frame. The DALI group is also controlled with the level selected, see Area Device properties, page 21. The selection is also symbolised by the lighting lamp. A defective individual or DALI device of this DALI group is not taken into consideration. If a DALI short address has been selected, the buttons + or - will also additionally appear in the address fields.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.11.1.10.4
Button +/- Grouping These additional buttons within the upper left corner of the group fields are only activated in configuration mode and displayed with the selected DALI group. These buttons are also only available for group-based KNX-DALI devices, in other words not for the DG/S 1.1. By pressing the button +, the currently selected DALI devices of the corresponding DALI group are added. For the DGN/S 1.16.1, there is generally the rule that a DALI device can only be assigned to one DALI group at a time. Thus with the DGN/S 1.16.1 any existing assignment to a DALI group is automatically rescinded and the new assignment is established. The button subsequently changes to + or -. By renewed actuation of this button, the DALI devices can be removed from the corresponding group. If a DALI device is not assigned to a DALI group, it can only be controlled via the DALI broadcast telegram. In the case of a DG/S 1.16.1 or a DLR/S 8.16.1, where the option for an automatic assignment in group 16 exists, a DALI device, whose last DALI group assignment has been rescinded, will be automatically assigned to group 16. Inversely, a DALI device that has been assigned to group 16 by this automatism, is automatically removed as soon as it is assigned to one of the DALI groups 1…15.
4.11.2
Hotkey In order to facilitate quick operation for advanced users, the DALI-Tool offers a hotkey for this tab. On the tab Addresses/groups, hold the key Ctrl pressed, and a click in an address or group field no longer leads to a selection of the DALI device or group, but rather the entire field is now used for as a button interface for grouping (+ or -). In this way, the grouping process is speeded up significantly, as an exact positioning on the + or - button within the address or group field is no longer necessary.
4.12
Tab Status/Test (groups) This page is only visible if a group-based KNX-DALI device has been connected beforehand. It offers a tabular overview of various current states of the KNX-DALI device. In configuration mode, additional device dependent test functions can be triggered. The name of the tab changes from Status (groups) in display mode to Test (groups) in configuration mode. This tab only appears for group-based DALI Gateways with a test scope of varying sizes.
4.12.1
List groups
In the table, all groups with at least one assigned DALI device are listed. The group number is displayed in the first column. If the DALI Gateway supports further test functions, these are displayed in further columns.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.12.1.1
Name This column indicates the group names as they have been saved in the ETS. Changing the name at this position is not possible. A change can only be undertaken in the ETS. This field serves exclusively as a display for better orientation. This ensures that the same name is stored in the device, in the tool and in the ETS database. They correspond 100%. This column is only available for group-based devices DGN/S 1.16.1 and DLR/S 8.16.
4.12.1.2
Level This column defines the current brightness values as a binary number (0…255) and in brackets as a percentage value (0…100 %). At this point, a brightness can also be entered in configuration mode. The entry is made as a binary number or as a percentage. The corresponding group of the system is set to the entered brightness value.
4.12.1.3
Switch This column represents the switching options. A group that is switched off can be switched back on and a group that is switched on can be switched off. The possible switching operation is displayed on the button.
4.12.1.4
Slave This column indicates the current state of the auxiliary function Slave (inactive, standby, active). If no auxiliary function Slave is parameterized in the ETS, a - is indicated in this column. In configuration mode, the display of the state changes to a button. The state of the auxiliary function changes in this way. The buttons always indicate the states, into which the button changes after actuation. The sequence of states, into which you can change, are: inactive, standby, active.
4.12.1.5
Staircase lighting This column indicates the current state of the auxiliary function Staircase lighting (inactive, active, standby, basis brightness). If no auxiliary function Staircase lighting is parameterized in the ETS, a - is indicated in this column. In configuration mode, the display of the state changes to a button. The state of the auxiliary function changes in this way. The buttons always indicate the states, into which the button changes after actuation.
4.12.1.6
Sequence This column indicates the current state of the auxiliary function Sequence (inactive, active). If no auxiliary function Sequence is parameterized in the ETS, a - is indicated in this column. In configuration mode, the display of the state changes to a button. The state of the auxiliary function changes in this way. The buttons always indicate the states, into which the button changes after actuation.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.13
Tab Status (emergency light) This tab is only available in conjunction with the DGN/S 1.16.1. The overall view indicates the different emergency lighting states of the groups. In configuration mode, the name of the tab changes from Status (emergency light) to Emergency light.
4.13.1
List of DALI devices, converter
The table contains all the details for every connected DALI device with emergency lighting function (DALI Device Type 1 to EN62386-202) in a line. The individual columns of the table are described in more detail in the following. 4.13.1.1
Name This column shows the current DALI short address of the emergency lighting converter concerned. The column is reserved for future functions (assignment of an individual name). This function is currently not supported.
4.13.1.2
Emergency lighting brightness The emergency lighting brightness determines the brightness, at which operation is undertaken in an emergency lighting case. This level is fully independent of normal operation and is stored in the converter. Two different approaches are possible for the setting of the emergency lighting brightness: The level is parameterized in the ETS by the parameter Set brightness value for emergency mode in parameter window Cx…Cy Converter. The level is set by the DALI-Tool. Note Not all converters offer an adjustable emergency lighting brightness. The emergency lighting cannot be changed with these devices. The field in configuration mode remains white. When the value can be modified, the field for emergency lighting brightness is coloured red.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.13.1.3
Automatic test possible Emergency lighting converters with DALI interfaces compliant to IEC 62386-202 (Device Type 1) offer the optional possibility of automatically performing emergency lighting tests at pre-programmed intervals. This column indicates to what extent the emergency lighting converter avails or does not avail of this functionality. This column is used only for display purposes. If an automatic start of the emergency lighting tests is not supported by the converter concerned, the tests can be started manually in every case. Every emergency lighting converter must undertake emergency lighting tests with regard to their capability. The automatism relates solely to the automatic start after an interval defined beforehand.
4.13.1.4
Emergency lighting test A determined emergency lighting test starts on the emergency lighting converter by pressing this button. The button is used simultaneously as a display. If the currently running emergency lighting test is recognized on the corresponding emergency lighting converter, it is displayed here. Note In order to start a new emergency lighting test all the tests currently running are ended immediately. A test ended in this way does not provide a result. Before an on-going test is interrupted, a warning message will appear. After this warning message is acknowledged, the running test is stopped. Depending on the selected emergency lighting test and the design of the corresponding emergency lighting converter, the battery of the emergency lighting may need to be fully discharged for certain tests. If this is not the case, it can lead to delays in the test start. In this case, the test will be marked as pending and it will be run as soon as the battery is fully discharged.
4.13.1.5
Sub-window Start emergency test
After pressing the button Emergency test, switchover to this sub-window is initiated. The type of emergency lighting test is determined here. The following options are available: 4.13.1.5.1
Button Function test The correct function of the emergency lighting converter will be checked. The test differs from converter type to converter type. In each case, the lamp for the emergency lighting converter is operated for a brief period. A function test generally takes only a few seconds.
4.13.1.5.2
Button Duration test The battery of the emergency lighting converter must be fully discharged to start this test. After the test starts, the emergency lighting converter changes over to emergency lighting operation and supplies the lamp from the battery, until the battery has discharged. The rated operating duration is subsequently compared to the calculated operating duration. If the operating duration is longer than the rated operating duration, the test is deemed to be passed.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.13.1.5.3
Button Partial duration test This is an additional test type not defined in the standards. This is a shortened form of the duration test. In the emergency lighting converter, this test is also started as a normal duration test. The battery must also be completely charged up at the start of the test. During the partial duration test, the emergency lighting operation is not sustained until the battery is fully discharged, rather emergency lighting operation is ended by a suspension of the test shortly before the rated operating duration is reached. Subsequently, the remaining battery charge is determined and output as a test result. The test applies as passed if at least the rated operating duration has been achieved and the battery was not fully discharged beforehand.
4.13.1.5.4
Button Battery test The current charging state of the battery was not read from the emergency lighting converter for this test. This function is not obligatory for an emergency lighting converter and is only optional. If this test is not available for the emergency lighting converter, the test cannot be carried out.
4.13.1.5.5
Button Cancel If this window was opened unintentionally, and a test should not be undertaken, the window can be exited with the button Cancel without triggering the test.
4.13.1.5.6
Button active (abort) In the column Emergency test, a field Switch active (…cancel) appears when an emergency lighting test runs for the emergency lighting converter. The button is used as a display for the running emergency lighting test on the corresponding emergency lighting converter. Actuation of this button aborts the active test. In Demo mode, the emergency lighting tests have an infinitely long run time. For this reason, it must be manually stopped in every case.
4.13.1.6
Test results In this column, the Show buttons are available. After pressing this button, the current results of an emergency lighting test from the KNX-DALI device are accessed and displayed in sub-window Emergency test results. At the commencement of every test, all results of an existing test are reset. If no results are available, should a test be currently under way or if a test has never been undertaken. Intermediate results are not output during a test.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.13.1.7
Sub-window Emergency test results When opening this sub-window, the current emergency lighting results of the KNX-DALI device concerned are accessed and displayed here.
Note No results are displayed in Demo mode. A display appears indicating that the test is running and also indicates which test it is. The following emergency lighting test results are displayed: •
Converter number: DALI short address of the emergency lighting converter concerned.
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Any emergency test active? Display indicating if an emergency lighting test is running. In this case, at the start of the test all results of the previous test were reset and no results are currently displayed. This is only possible after completion of the current emergency lighting test.
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Function test finished? Should a yes appear here, all of the results relate to a completed functional test.
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Partial duration test finished? Should a yes appear here, all of the results relate to a completed partial duration test.
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Duration test finished? Should a yes appear here, all of the results relate to a completed duration test.
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Test result error occured? Should a yes appear here, all further data related to the test result may be potentially incorrect. Should a no appear here, the test has been completed without an error. A no appears, for example, when the test could not be performed to completion.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu •
Battery test finished?: Should a yes appear here, all of the results relate to a completed battery test.
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Converter failure? Should a yes appear here, a problem with the emergency lighting converter has occurred with the emergency lighting test. This also includes a failure of the DALI connection to the device concerned. The emergency lighting converter does not respond or responds incorrectly.
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Battery operate duration too short? Should a yes appear here, a duration test has shown that the determined operating duration in emergency lighting operation was less than the rated operating duration.
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Battery failure? Should a yes appear here, a problem has occurred with the connected battery. The exact conditions that lead to triggering of a fault are determined by the manufacturer of the emergency lighting converter.
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Fault lamp? Should a yes appear here, a problem has occurred with the lamp of the emergency lighting converter. This corresponds with the lamp fault with normal operating devices.
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Function test timeout occured? Should a yes appear here, a pending function test is not possible over the defined duration. A test is marked as pending, if a test cannot be started, as the conditions for a start are not yet fulfilled, e.g. a not fully charged battery. The functional test commences as soon as all start conditions are fulfilled. However, if this is not possible for a determined time period, the test request will continue to be present, but a yes will be output. The required time duration (time out) can be parameterized via the ETS.
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Duration test timeout occured? Should a yes appear here, a pending duration test is not possible over the defined duration. A test is marked as pending, if a test cannot be started, as the conditions for a start are not yet fulfilled, e.g. a not fully charged battery. The duration test commences as soon as all start conditions are fulfilled. However, if this is not possible for a determined time period, the test request will continue to be present, but a yes will be output. The required time duration (time out) can be parameterized via the ETS.
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Function test not passed? Result of a functional test. If a yes appears here, the function test has been passed. A no indicates a failed functional test.
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Duration test not passed? Result of a continuous test. If yes appears here, the duration test has been passed. A no indicates a failed duration test.
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Test result data: Representation of additional test results. The meaning relates to the completed test type. There are no further details here for functional tests. The operating duration in emergency lighting operation until full discharge of the battery is stated here for duration tests. For a partial duration test, the remaining charge of the battery after reaching the rated duration in emergency lighting operation is output. After a battery test, the current battery charge state is output.
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Update button: The test results of the currently selected emergency lighting converter are read out and displayed again from the DALI KNX device.
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Close button: The sub-window emergency lighting test results closes.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu 4.14
End DALI-Tool The DALI-Tool can also be exited by clicking on menu item File > Exit or on the end symbol (X in a red box) in the header. If the DALI-Tool is exited during active configuration mode, all DALI devices remain in the state, which was applied to them by the DALI-Tool. The additional functions Staircase and Sequence remain stopped and must be restarted if necessary. The additional function Operational state remains deactivated and must be reactivated if required.
4.15
Exchange of DALI equipment The DALI-Tool may also be used if more than two ballasts have failed on a DALI output of the KNX-DALI Gateways. If only one ballast has failed and the DALI addresses are assigned without any gaps for the DALI devices, a ballast without a DALI address (default state) can be exchanged without commissioning. The new DALI device (ballast) automatically receives the first free DALI address from the KNX-DALI Gateway as well as the group and scene information of the defective DALI device. The automatic DALI address assignment may not be supressed. Should this be the case, the function must be enabled or triggered beforehand via the parameter in the application program or when the function is supported, in the DALI-Tool tab device. Should several DALI devices on the output fail, or there are gaps in the DALI address assignment, it is not possible to guarantee a unique assignment of the replacement device by the KNX-DALI device. The KNXDALI Gateway assigns the new DALI device with the first free DALI address. If the new DALI device has a DALI address, which is already used in the KNX-DALI Gateway, one of both DALI devices with the same addresses will be assigned with a new and unused DALI address. The other DALI device retains its address. It is not possible to predict which of the DALI devices will receive the new address. In this way, the fault-free KNX-DALI Gateway, which is already connected to the DALI device, can also receive a new address. A correction or exchange of the address can be implemented with the DALI-Tool.
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ABB i-bus® KNX Main menu Notes
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