METER HUB Communication Hub Model: HUB-1 8 Pheasant Run Newtown, PA 18940 USA email: info@morningstarcorp.com www.morningstarcorp.
Dimensions in millimeters [inches] E HUB METER MeterBus Communication Hub MODEL: HUB-1 FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY FOR INDOOR USE ONLY METERHUB MeterBus Communication Hub MODEL: HUB-1 FOR USEWITH MORNINGSTAR METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY FOR INDOOR USE ONLY
Table of Contents 1.0 Getting Started 1.1 What’s in the Box? 1.2 Features 5 6 2.0 Mounting 2.1 Required Tools 2.2 Wall Mounting 2.3 DIN Rail Mounting 7 8 9 3.0 Network Connections 3.1 Networking Rules 3.2 Example Networks 12 14 4.0 Operation 4.1 Status LEDs 4.2 Maintenance 5.0 Troubleshooting 6.0 Warranty 7.
Save These Instructions This manual contains important safety, installation and operating instructions for the Meter Hub. The following symbols are used throughout this manual to indicate potentially dangerous conditions or mark important safety instructions. WARNING: Indicates a potentially dangerous condition. Use extreme caution when performing this task. ! CAUTION: Indicates a critical procedure for safe and proper operation.
1.0 Getting Started 1.
1.2 Features 1 MEETERHUB MeterBus Communication Hub 6 5 2 3 FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY FOR INDOOR USE ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 4 Figure 1.
2.0 Mounting 2.
2.2 Wall Mounting Step 1 Locate a suitable mounting surface that is protected from direct sun, high temperatures, corrosive fumes, and water. Do not install in a confined area where battery gasses can accumulate. Step 2 Place the Meter Hub on the surface where it will be mounted and determine where the cables will enter/exit. Be sure there is sufficient bending room for the communication cables.
2.3 DIN Rail Mounting The Meter Hub mounts to standard 35 mm (1-3/8”) DIN rail. 1 METERHUB B n Hub unicatio s Comm MeterBu WITH FOR USE STAR MORNING ORKS NETW METERBUS ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 OOR FOR IND Y USE ONL 2 MEETERHUB MeterBus Communication Hub FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 FOR INDOOR USE ONLY 3 Figure 2. Mounting the Meter Hub on DIN rail. Step 1 The DIN rail location should be protected from direct sun, high temperatures, corrosive fumes, and water.
need for tools. On the bottom of the Meter Hub, there are three hooks that catch the upper lip of the DIN rail and one wide tab that snaps over the bottom lip of the DIN rail. Hold the Meter Hub at an angle and gently slide the three upper hooks on the back of the Meter Hub over the upper lip of the DIN rail as shown in figure 2 (action #1).
3.0 Network Connections The Meter Hub allows multiple Morningstar devices to communicate on a MeterBus network. Networked controllers can share data and display net system information on a TriStar Meter 2. Table 1 below lists all Morningstar Devices that can be networked using the Meter Hub. Table 1 is divided into two columns. The first column lists devices that supply power to the MeterBus Network. All devices listed in the second column require power from the MeterBus Network to operate.
3.1 Networking Rules Hardware 9 A maximum of 15 devices are allowed on a single MeterBus network. 9 A TriStar meter is required for MeterBus network information display. A maximum of two meters are allowed on a MeterBus network. Use one of the following models: Meter Model TriStar Digital Meter 2 TS-M-2 TriStar Remote Meter 2 TS-RM-2 Table 2. TriStar meters compatible with MeterBus networks 9 Ports 1 - 4 on the Meter Hub are each isolated from all other ports. There is no power output on these ports.
9 Multiple Meter Hubs can be connected using the Link Out/Link In ports A&B. Software and Firmware 9 All devices on a MeterBus network must be programmed with a unique MeterBus address. The MeterBus address of each device can be modified using a TriStar Meter 2 or MSView PC software. 9 See individual product documentation for details about networking. 9 Firmware updates for all products are available on our website: http://www.morningstarcorp.
3.2 Example Networks Example Network #1: Typical Small Network Meter TriStar E HUB METER MeterBus Communication Hub FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 FOR INDOOR USE ONLY TriStar Figure 3. Small Network Diagram A simple two TriStar system with meter is shown in figure 3 above. The TriStar on Port 1 is electrically isolated from the TriStar on Port B and meter on Port A.
Example Network #2: Typical Medium-sized Network TriStar Meter MEETERHUB MeterBus Communication Hub FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 FOR INDOOR USE ONLY Relay Driver TriStar TriStar With Meter Figure 4. Medium-sized Network The Medium-sized network shown in figure 4 includes three TriStars, one Relay Driver, and two meters. There can be a maximum of two meters on the MeterBus network. The Relay Driver requires power from the MeterBus.
Example Network #3: Large MeterBus Network 1 Link Out X 3 MEETERHUB MeterBus Communication Hub 4 Link In FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY Y MODEL: HUB-1 FOR INDOOR USE ONLY 5 6 7 E HUB METER MeterBus Communication Hub 8 Lin FOR USE WITH MORNINGSTAR METERBUS NETWORKS ONLY MODEL: HUB-1 FOR INDOOR USE ONLY 9 10 TriStar Figure 5.
4.0 Operation After the Meter Hub has been mounted and wired into the network, there are few operator tasks to perform. This section provides information pertaining to the normal operation and maintenance of the Meter Hub. 4.1 Status LEDs Five Status LEDs indicate proper network connection to each port. The Status LED on Port B indicates power status for the Meter Hub. The Meter Hub must be powered through Port B for correct operation.
4.2 Maintenance The Meter Hub is designed to run automatically without the need for user intervention. However, the operator should perform the following tasks annually to ensure continued operation: 9 Verify that the Status LEDs indicate normal operation. 9 Check all network connections for corrosion or loose connections.
5.0 Troubleshooting Problem: A device is connected to a Meter Hub port, but the Status LED for the port is not ON. 9 Verify that the connected device is listed in column X of table 1 on page 11. A device from column X is required to power the port. 9 Try a different network cable. 9 Make sure the device itself has power. 9 Connect the device to a different Meter Hub port. Problem: The Status LED is ON for each connected port but there is no communication. 9 Check Port B power.
6.0 Warranty The Meter Hub is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment to the original end user. Morningstar will, at its option, repair or replace any such defective products. CLAIM PROCEDURE Before requesting warranty service, check the Operator’s Manual to be certain that there is a fault with the Meter Hub. Return the defective product to your authorized Morningstar distributor with shipping charges prepaid.
7.0 Technical Specifications Electrical Minimum Isolation (Ports 1-4) Self-consumption (per port) Mechanical Dimensions 500 Volts 8 mA 135x108x37 mm 5.3x4.3x1.5 in 0.19 kg / 0.
