The C-Bus solution is a high quality, simple to design and install control system suitable for lighting and power control. C-Bus is recognized world wide as being one of the most flexible and reliable systems. It can be configured without a PC. The C-Bus system is ideal for commercial and residential control applications.
This building automation package offers a reliable solution, the system seamlessly
integrates to provide security, door access, lift control, HVAC control, giving
a complete integrated building control package.
Overview of the C-Bus Control System
C-Bus is a microprocessor control wiring system
to control lighting and other electrical services.
Whether ON/OFF or variable type control, C-Bus is used to easily control virtually
any type of electrical load.
Control information is downloaded and held in CBus units, rather than all information
kept on a central
processing unit. Whilst a computer is unnecessary for normal C-Bus operation,
there are several software-based
tools available to provide additional flexibility to building managers requiring
this type of control.
The C-Bus Network
A Network Bus is the communications
wiring for the system, consisting of an unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
‘Cat 5e’ cable. The Network Bus also provides the small amount of
power needed to operate the circuitry within CBus
units. The C-Bus Network operates at safe extra low voltage levels (36V DC).
Free Topology Structure
The C-Bus connections may be looped from unit to unit, or a branched at any point. This ‘free topology’ structure provides a flexible system layout. New units can be added anywhere without system re-configuration.
Distributed Intelligence
All Units on the Network each have
their own built-in microprocessor, non-volatile memory and operating program,
allowing them to operate independently with “distributed intelligence”.
This provides reliable, high-speed communications and ensures that a malfunction
in one unit will not affect the operation of any other Unit.
Simple Control
The size of a C-Bus Installation is practically unlimited. A large installation
is usually divided into Networks of 100 C-Bus Units, with a total cable length
of 1000m per Network. This allows a C-Bus system to be divided into manageable
sections, simplifying design, limiting potential fault propagation and aiding
in any troubleshooting.
Multiple Events
A C-Bus key Input switch maybe programmed so that the length of time the key
is pressed determines what Command is issued - a short press could issue an
on/off command and a long press can control a dimming command. Single input
units may control a number of Output Devices, and multiple Input Units may also
control a single Output Device.
Logic
Conditional (IF–THEN–ELSE) statements can be programmed into a C-Bus
system, allowing events to be based upon the status of other devices, time of
day and other situations.
Ultimate Control Flexibility
WHY USE C-BUS?
• C-Bus is simple to document at project design stage. Design changes
can be made without changes to the wiring
• C-Bus can control many types of load, digital and/or analogue.
• A single C-Bus cable connection can control an unlimited number of
devices.
• Control functions can be added, removed, moved or reprogrammed at any
time without any hard wiring.
• Extra Output or Input Units can be added at any time.
• C-Bus is simple to install and commission.
• Powerful, flexible and fully customisable Software-based control and
monitoring tools.
APPLICATIONS FOR C-BUS
• Commercial office lighting control.
• Stadium lighting.
• Architectural dimming.
• Smart home controls.
• Hotel lobbies.
• Hotel room control.
• Demand scheduling.
• Power device switching.
• Scheduling of switching.
• Street light control.
• Tunnel lighting.
• Factory and warehouse lighting.
• Boardroom presentation system.
• Golf course lighting.
Enerbus lighting control system is a fully programmable system; designed to reduce energy consumption.
Enerbus can be easily integrated into a building of any size either new build or retrofit
Simply:
The result is a fully functional lighting control system
Marshalling Box
The C-Bus Marshalling Box Units are lighting control devices, which, as part
of the extensive C-Bus range of building control and management products, simplify
the planning, electrical design, and installation of automated lighting control
systems for commercial building fit-outs.
