CLIPSAL C-BUS

Integrated Systems The Standard in Asia For Lighting Control

Presented By:
Jeffery Tsui
Marketing Manager
Clipsal Integrated Systems (HK) Limited

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PRESENTATION OVERVIEW

1. C-Bus System & Product Overview

2. C-Bus System Solutions + Applications

3. Major Site References

4. Summary

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 C-Bus System & Product Overview

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C-BUS SYSTEM OVERVIEW

An intelligent wiring system, which establishes the

platform for the total integration of electrical services in
any building.

Distributed Intelligence
•Each module is an intelligent unit, consisting of a
microprocessor, non volatile memory and resident software.
•Every device has a unique physical address.
•Each module is individually programmable over the C-Bus
network.
•Each module is individually identifiable over the C-Bus
network.

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C-BUS SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Modules Connection
•Each module is connected to the C-Bus network in parallel via an
unshielded twisted pair cable.
•The cable supplies 36vdc to C-Bus modules to operate and provides
a medium for data transfer between C-Bus modules.
Circuit Control Load
Protection Input Units
e.g. Key Switch, PIR,
Light Level Sensor

C-Bus

MCB Output Units Lamps

RCCB Air-con
Fuses e.g. Relay, Dimmer
...

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CONVENTIONAL ELECTRICAL SWITCHING

Neutral
110V/ 220V
Active

PRESS Conventional Switch

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C-BUS SWITHCING

Neutral 110V / 220VAC

Active

Relay / Dimmer Module

(mounted in electrical distribution board)
Category 5 UTP Cable - 1000m
+
-
36VDC  Multi-point switching
 Multi-point dimming
 True status at all times

PRESS

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CONVENTIONAL ONE-WAY SWITCHING

One-way switch:

Push button with

mechanical connection
MCB

L
Contact

Circuit Control Load

Protection

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C-BUS ONE-WAY SWITCHING

One-way switch:

MCB

L Relay
Output

N
C-Bus

C-Bus
Circuit Switch Control Load
Protection

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CONVENTIONAL TWO-WAY SWITCHING

Two-way switch:

push
buttons

N
 Increased
complexity in the
Circuit Control wiring of the Load
Protection power line.

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C-BUS TWO WAY SWITCHING

Two-way switch:
MCB
L Relay
Output

N
C-Bus

 Simplicity
C-Bus
Switch remains!

Circuit Control Load

Protection
C-Bus
Switch
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C-BUS TWO-WAY DIMMING

 Just change
actuator.
Dimming: Simplicity
Dimmer remains!
MCB
L

N
C-Bus

C-Bus
Switch

Circuit Control Load

Protection
C-Bus
Switch
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C-BUS SYSTEM OVERVIEW

C-Bus Communication
•The message is broadcast on the C-Bus for all units to read.

One-way switch:
MCB
L  Relay
 Output

N 
C-Bus

  Message ‘Switch
On Light’ is sent
 C-Bus to the relay unit
Switch

Circuit Control Load
Protection

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C-BUS PRODUCT OVERVIEW

• System consists of 3 types of hardware units

– Input units: Key Inputs, Scene Master, Motion Sensor, IR Receiver,
Light Level Sensor, Bus Coupler, Temp Sensor, Touch Screen,
etc…
– Output Units: Relays, Dimmers, Analog Output, DSI/DALI Gateway,
IR Output, etc…
– System Units: PC Interface, Ethernet Network Interface, Network
Bridge, Power Supply, Telephone Dialer Module etc…

INPUT UNITS OUTPUT UNITS SYSTEM UNITS

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C-BUS PRODUCT OVERVIEW

C-Bus Inputs
• Input modules are those which issue commands to the C-Bus network.
• Respond to certain stimuli, such as; touch, movement and temperature.
• C-bus input units are available in both British and American standards .

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C-BUS PRODUCT OVERVIEW

C-Bus Outputs
• Output modules are those which respond to commands issued
from input units to switch the electrical loads.
• Voltages – 220VAC (British), 110VAC (American).
• Dimmers and relays are available in many different configurations
depending on number of channels and rating of channels to suit
different application.

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C-BUS PRODUCT OVERVIEW

C-Bus System Units.

• C-Bus supports connectivity via TCP/IP networks or RS232
Serial Communication.

CNI Power Supply PC Interface

(Ethernet & system (36V dc) (RS232 & system
clock) clock)

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C-BUS CABLING OVERVIEW

• C-Bus network is made up of unshielded twisted pair (UTP)

or Cat 5 cable that operates at an extra low voltage of 36
Vdc, isolated from the 220Vac mains
• 36VDC SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage)

• Up to 100 devices per network

• Total Cat 5 cable length of up to 1000 m

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C-BUS CABLING OVERVIEW

1. TOPOLOGY INDEPENDENT
2. CAMS
CHANGES
ADDITIONS
STAR
MOVES
ARE ALL SIMPLIFIED
3. MAINTENANCE IS SIMPLIFIED

DAISY CHAIN

TREE

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 C-Bus System Solutions + Applications

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SYSTEMS INTEGRATION - INTELLIGENT BUILDINGS

1. Many different “SUB SYSTEMS”, all of which are standalone and

independently controllable.
2. All “SUB SYSTEMS” must be capable of being interfaced into other
systems or a single “USER INTERFACE”

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C-BUS SOFTWARE OVERVIEW

• CIS offers a wide range of software including:

• Configuration tools – C-Gate.
• Control and monitoring software – C-Lution.
• Connectivity software – for connection to 3rd party systems inc the
internet.
• Embedded software for embedding onto 3rd party hardware platforms.

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C-BUS TECHNOLOGY PARTNERS

1. Wide range of C-Bus program

partners with compatible software
and hardware
MACROVIEW
2. C-Bus Protocol is open
3. Sophisticated Serial, TCP/IP and
hardware interfacing
INTELLUTION
                                        
 

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SYSTEMS INTEGRATION METHODOLOGY

PCI
C-Bus Network 4 CNI
C-Bus Network 4

PCI
C- Bus Network 3 CNI
C-Bus Network 3

PCI
C- Bus Network 2 CNI
C-Bus Network 2

PCI
C-Bus Network 1 CNI
C-Bus Network 1

TS Building 1 HUB Building 2

CCMS
Ethernet Backbone
 Integration  Integration
Using PCI Using CNI
via RS232 via Ethernet

Note: TS = Terminal Server, PCI = PC interface, CNI = Computer Network Interface

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C-BUS APPLICATIO EXAMPLE - FLEXIBILITY

1. Office floor 4 . .
01 02 03 04 CHANNEL . .
2. 8 loads over 2 relays RELAY
01 02 03 04
3. Add timing
4. Add local control
5. Add PIR 4
. .
05 06 07 08
CHANNEL . .
6. Add Light Level RELAY

Sensor 05 06 07 08

7. Interface to Building
Automation 07:30

8. No change in power
. . 5751 BUILDING

line
. . INFRASCAN AUTOMATION
SYSTEM
timer

01 02 05 06 PE CELL
03 04 07 08 07 08

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C-BUS TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGES - HUMAN PERSPECTIVE

1. Simple to manage larger sites

2. Automating lighting saves $$$
3. Simple to use
4. Simple to install
5. Simple to maintain and program
- contractors can play with the
system software
6. Advanced local training + support
is available

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 Major Site References

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C-BUS MAJOR SITE REFERENCES

1. Hong Kong Science Park

2. Hong Kong Design Centre
3. Hong Kong EMSD Headquarter
4. Macau Legislative Assembly
5. China Graduate School of Theology
6. Lai Chi Kok Reception Center
7. ABN Bank at Cheung Kong Centre
8. Sydney Olympic Stadium
9. Menara Telekom 62 Storey building

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C-BUS MAJOR SITE REFERENCES

Hong Kong Science Park, Phase 1A

Project Description :
Hong Kong Science Park locates at Pak Shek Kok, N.T. The
phase 1A comprises of two 6-storey office buildings and one
car park building. The two buildings equip with high-tech
facilities to support the firm in R&D and innovation.

Contract Value : HK$3M

Completion Date : Year 2002
Client : Hong Kong Science & Technology Park
Corp.
Consultant : Parsons Brinckerhoff (Asia) Ltd.
Scope of Work : Supply, testing & commissioning of
Lighting Management System
System Size : 3,200 Lighting Control points
System Name : Clipsal C-Bus Lighting Management
SystemSystem
Description :
The system comprises of 1 gateway terminal, over 109 numbers Lighting Control panels for the control & monitoring
of lighting circuit. The system makes use of PIR sensor and Light Level to achieve the energy saving in the lighting
system. The system also interface with Siemen’s CCMS system via Modbus communicate protocol and the CCMS’s
workstation can control and monitor the lighting system of the entire buildings.

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 Summary

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SUMMARY
Wiring using conventional installation:
complex circuits, many cables
Light Level
Sensor

Key Switches

Light
Infra-Red
220 V Remote Control

Distribution-Board

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SUMMARY
Wiring using C-Bus:
simpler circuits, fewer cables
Light Level
sensor

Key Switches

Light
Infra-Red
220 V Remote Control
C-bus  Output Units
are located
in the
 Output units distribution
are located board
Distribution-Board
in the load
itself.
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SUMMARY

Comparison of the wiring between

C-Bus and a conventional installation:
C-Bus: Conventional Installation:
• simple wiring • complicated wiring
• Flexible when re-design • Complicated when re-
lighting zones design lighting zones
• load is connected to • load is connected at
the output units the light switch
• no power line is connected • power line is connected
the input units to the light switch
• less cables • more cables

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 The Flexible Lighting Solution

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