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Document 51895 NCB-EL and NCB-FL Router Installation Rev. A 2/12/2002

NCB-EL and NCB-FL Series Network Combiner Routers

NCB routers are Echelon network devices that, when used in pairs, allow you to connect multiple Echelon networks

in real time, spanning great distances.

These routers allow you to connect Echelon network segments isolated by great distances that cannot be spanned

by conventional wire media. Maximum wire lengths are listed in the NCB Wiring Distance Limitations Table on

page 4 and should be considered the ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM. In many cases, where special care is not taken to

protect the specified wire from electrical noise, moisture, etc., reliable long-term operation cannot be sustained at

these wire lengths.

NCB-EL - Communication between two NCB-EL routers is via an Ethernet-to-Lonworks connection that uses

standard CAT 5 Ethernet cross-over cable.

NCB-FL - Communication between two NCB-FL routers is via an Ethernet Fiber-to-Lonworks connection that uses

dedicated fiber optic wire runs.

NCB-EL and NCB-FL Router

Product Installation Document

This document covers the procedures and specifications for installing the above listed unit(s) and when

appropriate, information regarding configuration on the monitored device. For more detailed configura-

tion and operation information, refer to the Network Installation Manual or Echelon Local Area Server

Manual as appropriate.

Ethernet Communication - EL and FL

NCB-EL and NCB-FL routers allow multiple LonWorks® networks to be connected in real-time, covering distances

from campus-wide to global; these routers use Internet Protocol (IP) for data transport. Communication between

networks via NCB router units is "live," delayed only by the transit time through the integral routers and Ethernet

channel. The NCB-EL uses standard CAT5 cross-over cable, and the NCB-FL uses dedicated fiber optic cable.

Configuring the NCB-EL/NCB-FL Router

NCB-EL/NCB-FL routers are always used in pairs (EL with EL and FL with FL) with one at each end of the Ethernet

network path. Initial router configuration is handled by a set of DIP switches on the front of each router labeled

OPTION. Switches one through six are not used; switches seven and eight are used to configure the router for the

type of network media being used: 10Base2 (not used for this application), 10BaseT (used

for the NCB-EL), or AUI (used for the NCB-FL). The NCB reads the DIP switch settings at

power-up or after you press the RESET button. These switches are used to set the following

options:

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NCB-EL and NCB-FL Router Product Installation Document This document covers the procedures and specifications for installing the above listed unit(s) and when appropriate, information regarding configuration on the monitored device. For more detailed configuration and operation information, refer to the Network Installation Manual or Echelon Local Area Server Manual as appropriate.
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Position Function 1-6 Not Used, Leave Up 7 8 Ethernet Port UP X 10BaseT DN UP 10Base2 (not used) DN DN AUI NCB-EL/NCB-FL DIP Switch Settings NOTE: For detailed information on NCB-EL/NCB-FL router configuration, refer to the manufacturer's documentation included with the product. NCB-EL and NCB-FL Routers These two routers are similar in function to the NCB-IM.
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NCB-EL/NCB-FL Status LEDs ACT (yellow) - Activity LED (ACT); indicates a packet has been passed by the router. ERR (red) - Error. Indicates one of three things: a) Always on: a diagnostic error has occurred. b) Slow flash or always on: insufficient configuration information is present. c) Quick flash: insufficient IP configuration information. Green - Power; indicates when power is present for the router.
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Router Type Cable Type Max Distance NCB-IM phone line Public switched telephone circuits N/A NCB-IM leased line Leased line telephone circuits N/A NCB-IM dry contact Voice grade (CAT5) copper pair, 22-24 AWG Note 1 High data grade copper pairs (CAT5), heavier than normal gauge (such as 18 gauge or better) to lower resistanceNote 2 14 to 18 gauge THHN power wire (not twisted) NCB-EL to NCB-EL direct CAT5 Ethernet crossov er cable NCB-EL to NCB-EL with ENIC-HUB CAT5 EThernet cable NCB-FL Multi
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NOTE: Power-limited and nonpower-limited circuits must remain separated in the cabinet. All powerlimited wiring must remain at least 0.25 inches from any nonpower-limited circuit wiring. Run all nonpower-limited wiring along bottom of cabinet. All power-limited and nonpower-limited circuit wiring must enter and exit the cabinet through different knockouts and/or conduits.
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Install Edco HSP -121B HSP-121B Using the Studs and Nuts as Shown Install Outlet Using Self Tapping Screws (P rovided) (Provided) NOTE: Power-limited and nonpower-limited circuits must remain separated in the cabinet. All power-limited wiring must remain at least 0.25 inches from any nonpower-limited circuit wiring. Run all non-power-limited wiring along bottom of cabinet. All power-limited and nonpowerlimited circuit wiring must enter and exit the cabinet through different knockouts and/or conduits.
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Installing a PNET-1 in the NCB-EL Assembly The PNET-1 is a surge suppressor that protects an Ethernet line from power surges. Install the PNET-1 into the NISCAB-5 as shown in Figure 1-15. NISCAB-5 PNET -1 PNET-1 Shelf Unit for PNET -1 PNET-1 Star W asher Washer PNET -1 Ground W ire PNET-1 Wire Cover PNET-1 Installation Diagram Connect the Ethernet cable from the 10Base-T Ethernet connector on the NCB-EL router to the PNET-1 IN connection (the square end).
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Using the ENIC-HUB with NCB Series Routers The ENIC-HUB is an eight-port network hub that connects multiple devices to an Ethernet network. NCB series routers connect to the hub via one of these ports. Make the connections according to the following instructions: 1. Make sure all power is disconnected. 2. Connect the NCB (10BaseT connector) to its PNET-1 suppressor (the IN connector - square end). 3. Make the ground connection on the NCB's PNET-1 suppressor. 4.