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Technical Specification Sheet

Document No. 149-487

May 20, 2020

Siemens Industry, Inc. 149-487

Smart Infrastructure 2020-05-20

PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks

Figure 1. PXC Modular.

Description

The PXC Modular Series for BACnet networks is a

high-performance modular Direct Digital Control

(DDC) supervisory equipment controller, which is an

integral part of the APOGEE Automation System. It is

classified as a BACnet Building Controller (B-BC) and

supports BACnet/IP and BACnet MS/TP protocols.

The field panel operates stand-alone or networked to

perform complex control, monitoring, and energy

management functions without relying on a higher

level processor.

● Up to 100 PXC Modular field panels

communicate on a peer-to-peer network.

● With the addition of TX-I/O modules and a TX-I/O

Power Supply on a self-forming bus, the PXC

Modular can directly control up to 500 points.

See the

APOGEE Wiring Guidelines for

Field Panels and Equipment Controllers

(125-3002)

for information on setting up

this configuration.

● With the addition of an Expansion Module, the

PXC Modular also provides central monitoring

and control for distributed wireless or wired Field

Level Network (FLN) devices.

Features

● BACnet Testing Laboratories (BTL) certified

Classified as BACnet Building Controllers (B-BC)

using the BACnet/IP protocol and/or BACnet

MS/TP, or BACnet Advanced Application

Controllers (B-AAC) using the BACnet MS/TP

protocol for specific models.

● Modular hardware components match initial

control requirements while providing for future

expansion.

● DIN rail mounted device with removable terminal

blocks simplifies installation and servicing.

● Proven program sequences to match equipment

control applications.

● Built-in energy management applications and

DDC programs for complete facility management.

● Comprehensive alarm management, historical

data trend collection, operator control, and

monitoring functions.

● Sophisticated Adaptive Control, a closed loop

control algorithm that auto-adjusts to compensate

for load/seasonal changes (License required with

Firmware revision 3.5.1 and higher).

● HMI RS-232 and USB ports, which provide laptop

connectivity for local operation and engineering.

● Extended battery backup of Real Time Clock.

● Back-up battery protection eliminating the need

for time-consuming program and database re-

entry in the event of an extended power failure.

● The PXC Modular illuminates a “battery low”

status LED and can send an alarm message to

selected printers or terminals.

● Optional support for MS/TP or P1 FLN devices.

● Optional support for P1 Wireless FLN.

● Optional operation as a MS/TP or P1 device with

default applications.

Summary of content (9 pages)

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Technical Specification Sheet Document No. 149-487 May 20, 2020 PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks Features ● Figure 1. PXC Modular. Description The PXC Modular Series for BACnet networks is a high-performance modular Direct Digital Control (DDC) supervisory equipment controller, which is an integral part of the APOGEE Automation System. It is classified as a BACnet Building Controller (B-BC) and supports BACnet/IP and BACnet MS/TP protocols.
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PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks Hardware ● PPCL performance during an internal database backup has been significantly improved. PPCL will consistently execute during the backup cycle. ● Unused Ethernet ports are now disabled and do not require the field panel to cold start. ● The handling of COV subscriptions for large databases has been improved.
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PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks Modular Control Panels with Application Flexibility PXC Modular Expansion Module The PXC Modular Expansion Module (see Figure 4) provides the hardware connection for Field Level Network (FLN) devices. Using the Triple RS-485 Expansion Module, the PXC Modular supports one RS-485 network of BACnet MS/TP devices (see Figure 5). With the Expansion Module the PXC Modular can also provide wireless FLN support.
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PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks The Launch Pad is an Adobe AIR-based application that allows you to do the following:  Launch Adobe AIR-based UI that allows you to interact with Siemens Ethernet BACnet Field Panels and provides a more intuitive user interface for database interaction in comparison to line-by-line command prompts.  Deploy browser-based Application MC to field panels.  Deploy licenses to field panels.
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PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks Menu Prompted, English Language Operator Interface Menu Prompted, English Language Operator Interface The PXC Modular includes a simple, yet powerful, menu-driven English Language Operator Interface that provides, among other things: ● Point monitoring and display ● Point commanding ● Historical trend collection and display for multiple points ● Event scheduling ● Program editing and modification via Powers Process Control Language (PPCL) ● Alarm reporting and acknow
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PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks Modular Series Specifications Modular Series Specifications Dimensions (L × W × D) PXC Modular 7.56" × 3.54" × 2.76" (192 mm × 90 mm × 70 mm) FLN Expansion Module 1.26" × 3.54" × 2.76" (32 mm × 90 mm × 70 mm) DIN rail (EN 60715 TH 35-7.5, steel) 1.38" × 0.30" × 0.04" (35 mm × 7.
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PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks Modular Series Specifications Operating Environment Operate in a dry location, which is protected from exposure to salt spray or other corrosive elements. Exposure to flammable or explosive vapors must be prevented.
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PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks Ordering Information Ordering Information PXC Modular Series Product Number Description PXC00-E96.A PXC Modular, BACnet/IP or MS/TP ALN, P1 or MS/TP FLN. PXX-485.3 is a connection for FLN devices. PXC100-E96.A PXC Modular, BACnet/IP or MS/TP ALN, P1 or MS/TP FLN, self-forming TX-I/O Island Bus. PXX-485.3 is also required as the connection to the FLN devices. PXX-485.3 Provides FLN support for the PXC Modular.
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PXC Modular Series for BACnet Networks Ordering Information Documentation Product Number Description 125-3582 PXC Modular Series Owner's Manual 125-1896 APOGEE Powers Process Control Language (PPCL) User's Manual Disposal The device is considered an electronic device for disposal in accordance with the European Guidelines and may not be disposed of as domestic garbage.  Dispose of the device through channels provided for this purpose.