AEL-KNX-HVAC KNX for HVAC Control Training Application

4.2.4.- KNX/EIB HOME/BUILDINGS AUTOMATION
KNX FOR HVAC CONTROL TRAINING APPLICATION - AEL-KNX-HVAC

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The AEL-KNX-HVAC is an application designed to facilitate the study and understanding of KNX-based Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) control systems. This unit serves as a valuable tool for educational and professional purposes, providing hands-on experience and knowledge of the wiring, programming and commissioning techniques associated with KNX technology in the context of HVAC applications.

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General Description

The AEL-KNX-HVAC is an application designed to facilitate the study and understanding of KNX-based Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) control systems. This unit serves as a valuable tool for educational and professional purposes, providing hands-on experience and knowledge of the wiring, programming and commissioning techniques associated with KNX technology in the context of HVAC applications.

Key features of the AEL-KNX-HVAC include:

  • Hands-on Learning: the unit allows users to perform practical exercises related to KNX wiring practices, focusing on the nuances of wiring for HVAC control scenarios.
  • Simulation of HVAC Control Scenarios: Users can simulate and experiment with various HVAC control scenarios, understanding how KNX technology facilitates the integration and control of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in intelligent buildings.
  • Hands-on Training: Provides a practical learning experience, allowing users to connect and configure KNX devices in a controlled environment. This contributes to a better understanding of the wiring principles and the overall functionality of KNX systems applied to HVAC.
  • Comprehensive documentation: The accompanying documentation provides detailed information on KNX wiring practices for HVAC control, ensuring that users have access to comprehensive guidance and instructions for effective learning.
  • Compatibility:The device is compatible with standard KNX devices and protocols used in HVAC systems, ensuring seamless integration into KNX-based educational and professional environments.

Exercises and guided practices

GUIDED PRACTICAL EXERCISES INCLUDED IN THE MANUAL

  1. Basic Integration of the HVAC System: connection and configuration of the power supply and application of wiring techniques to ensure a safe installation.
  2. Connection of the KNX Room Controller: integration of the KNX room controller for centralized climate control, configuration of functions and temperature parameters.
  3. Connection of the Temperature and Presence Sensor: connection and integration of the KNX temperature and presence sensor, programming for automatic adjustment of the climate control according to the ambient conditions.
  4. KNX Fan Coil Control: connection and configuration of the KNX four-pipe and two-pipe fan coil controller, setting of ventilation and temperature parameters.
  5. Room Temperature Simulation with Integrated Potentiometer: use of the potentiometer for the simulation of temperature variations. Evaluation of the response of the HVAC system to simulated changes. Use of 0-10V analog voltmeters for monitoring air conditioning control signals.
  6. Adjusting Temperature Parameters from the Touch Screen Controller: making adjustments to climate control parameters from the touch screen controller. Exploration of advanced functions and configuration of scenarios.

Creating Projects in ETS and Topology Definition:

  1. Creation of a New Project in ETS: development of a new project from scratch with the ETS software and definition of general characteristics and establishment of basic topology of the KNX system.
  2. Bus Topology Definition: configuration of the KNX bus topology, identification of devices and establishment of physical addresses.
  3. Physical Address Assignment: assignment of physical addresses to KNX devices in the project and following of addressing standards and recommendations.
  4. Topology Verification: verification of configuration consistency and compliance with KNX system requirements.

KNX Device Diagnostics:

  1. Use of Diagnostic Tools: use of diagnostic tools in the ETS software to verify communication and status of KNX devices.
  2. Communication Testing: performing communication tests between KNX devices and the bus and identification and resolution of possible connection problems.
  3. Telegram Analysis: analysis of telegrams sent and received by KNX devices, identification of possible errors or interferences in the network.
  4. Troubleshooting: diagnosis and resolution of configuration or connection errors in KNX devices and use of diagnostic tools available in the ETS software.
  5. Event Logging: use of event logging functions to monitor and analyze the behavior of KNX devices under different operating conditions.

MORE PRACTICAL EXERCISES TO BE DONE WITH THE UNIT

Additional practice with the recommended modules EH-RC, N-KNX10, N-VVCA:

  1. Actual temperature control of the heating unit. Connection of the control signals from the fan coil module to the frequency converter, connection of the frequency converter to the fan, connection of the temperature sensor to the input terminals of the fan coil controller. Commissioning the system and setting the control parameters.
  2. Measurement of energy consumption of electric heating and programming of conditions according to consumption.

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