Installation Instructions

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Document No. 553-168

November 03, 2017

PXC Compact 16/24

Item Number 553-168(FA) Page 1 of 4

Description

The PXC Compact Series communicates with other field

panels or workstations on a peer-to-peer Automation

Level Network (ALN). The following communication

options are supported:

 Native BACnet/IP communications over

10/100 MB Ethernet networks

 Native BACnet MS/TP on RS-485

 Ethernet TCP/IP ALN

 RS-485 ALN or FLN

The PXC Compact is available in 16- or 24-point

versions with optional support for FLN devices (requires

additional license and PXC Compact model with both an

Ethernet and an RS-485 port). Selected models also

support ability to reside as a P1 FLN device.

NOTE: For information on the PXC Compact Series with

an extended temperature range for use in

rooftop and other uncontrolled spaces, see the

PXC Compact Series Extended Temperature

Range Option Installation Instructions (553-170).

Product Numbers

PXC16.2-E.A

PXC Compact, 16 point, BACnet/IP

ALN

PXC16.2-EF.A

PXC Compact, 16 point, BACnet/IP

ALN, RS-485 FLN supported with

additional license

PXC16.2-EF32.A

PXC Compact, 16 point, BACnet/IP

ALN, RS-485 Enabled

PXC16.2-P.A

PXC Compact, 16 point, RS-485 ALN

PXC16.2-PE.A

PXC Compact, 16 point, Ethernet/IP

ALN

PXC24.2-E.A

PXC Compact, 24 point, BACnet/IP

ALN

PXC24.2-EF.A

PXC Compact, 24 point, BACnet/IP

ALN, RS 485 FLN supported with

additional license

PXC24.2-EF32.A

PXC Compact, 24 point, BACnet/IP

ALN, RS-485 Enabled

PXC24.2-P.A

PXC Compact, 24 point, RS-485 ALN

PXC24.2-PE.A

PXC Compact, 24 point, Ethernet/IP

ALN

PXC24.2-PEF.A

PXC Compact, 24 point, Ethernet/IP or

RS-485 ALN, RS 485 FLN supported

with additional license

PXC24.2-PEF32.A

PXC Compact, 24 point, P2 IP ALN,

RS-485 Enabled

PXA-DIN16KIT

Accessory kit with four 16" (406 mm)

DIN rails

Warning/Caution Notations

WARNING:

Personal injury or property damage

may occur if you do not follow a

procedure as specified.

CAUTION:

Equipment damage or loss of data

may occur if you do not follow a

procedure as specified.

Required Tools and Materials

 Wire stripper/side cutter

 Small flat-blade screwdriver

 Phillips screwdriver

 Electric drill and Phillips driver bit

 Level

 Tape measure

 Digital multimeter (DMM)

 Black marker

 Masonry drill bit (to mount on concrete or

masonry)

 Four wall anchors (to mount on concrete or

masonry)

 Optional DIN rail (1.38" W × 0.276" H × 0.04" D

(35 mm W × 7 mm H × 1 mm D))

Included Materials

The following screws are included for mounting the PXC

Compact without a DIN rail:

 Four No. 8-18 × 3/8” self-tapping Phillips screws

 Four No. 8-18 × 3/4” self-drilling Phillips screws

 Two No. 8-18 × 1-3/4” self-drilling Phillips screws

Expected Installation Time

20 minutes

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Installation Instructions Document No. 553-168 November 03, 2017 PXC Compact 16/24 PXA-DIN16KIT Description The PXC Compact Series communicates with other field panels or workstations on a peer-to-peer Automation Level Network (ALN).
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Document No. 553-168 Installation Instructions November 03, 2017 Prerequisites CAUTION: No power wiring is connected to the PXC Compact at this time.  If mounting in an enclosure:  Enclosure is installed.  The power source is installed, as applicable.  The power is OFF.  All necessary wiring is pulled and terminated per the layout drawing.  Power and communication wiring is terminated to the removable plugs supplied with the devices.
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Document No. 553-168 Installation Instructions November 03, 2017 Figure 1. Front View of the PXC Compact Series (PXC-24 shown). Option 1: Mounting the Controller on a DIN Rail Installing the PXC Compact 1. Slide out the mounting tabs. NOTE: To provide a minimum clearance for wiring, allow 6 inches (15 cm) from the center of the DIN rail to obstructions on either side. 2. Align the channel on the back of the device with the DIN rail. 3.
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Document No. 553-168 Installation Instructions November 03, 2017 NOTE: For installation in an enclosure backplane, use the 3/8” self-tapping screws and, if necessary, the 1-3/4” self-drilling screws. NOTE: Do not connect the power or network communication cable until instructed to do so during start-up. NOTE: For mounting on a surface, use the 3/4” selfdrilling screws and, if necessary, the 1-3/4” selfdrilling screws. 1. Terminate power wiring to the 24 Vac removable plug. 2.