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Products: RP-C, RP-C-EXT-MS-BLE
Functionalities: Hardware
Product version: 2022, 2023, 2024
9/5/2023

RP-C-EXT-MS-BLE

The RP-C-EXT-MS-BLE multi-sensor connects to the RP-C room controllers and is used for infrared motion detection and luminosity measurements. The multi-sensor supports Bluetooth Low Energy based applications such as beaconing and remote control communication. ​

The multi-sensor is connected to the RP-C room controller using an RJ45 type quick connector.

The multi-sensor's three flexible mounting brackets (springs) enable quick and easy installation on a suspended ceiling tile. The multi-sensor also comes with a mounting ring, which allows the sensor to be installed on a ceiling with drywall anchors and a 76 mm (3 in.) clearance hole or to a 102 mm (4 in.) junction/gang box.

The multi-sensor is a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) device. The multi-sensor support for Bluetooth beacon enables nearby mobile devices with a specific app installed to interact when in close proximity to the broadcasting multi-sensor. The Bluetooth beacon can be used for services such as indoor positioning of the mobile device. The service and mobile app need to be provided by a third party. The Bluetooth connection can also be used for communication with the RP-C-RC-BLE remote control, which makes it possible to control the lighting, blinds, and air conditioning in a zone of an office building.

The multi-sensor is part of the RP controller expansion modules product range. The multi-sensor can be combined with the RP controller expansion modules for lighting and blind control to provide a connected room solution.

 
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Figure: RP-C-EXT-MS-BLE

Motion Detection

The RP controller expansion sensor modules support motion detection through a passive infrared sensor.

For more information, see Motion Detection .

Luminosity Measurement

The RP controller expansion sensor modules support luminosity measurements through an ambient light sensor.

For more information, see Luminosity Measurement .

RP Controller Expansion Module Memory

RP controller expansion modules have two types of memory, flash memory and RAM.

For more information, see RP Controller Expansion Module Memory .

RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module Wireless Connectivity

The RP controller expansion sensor modules, such as the Multi-sensor and Insight-Sensor, are Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices, which support applications such as beaconing and remote control communication.

For more information, see RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module Wireless Connectivity .

RP Controller Expansion Module Communication Ports

The RP controller expansion modules have two room bus ports (RJ45 receptacles), which enable connection to the RP-C controller and other expansion modules on the room bus through a daisy-chain configuration.

For more information, see RP-C Room Bus .

RP Controller Expansion Module Address Switch

Each RP controller expansion module has a rotary switch, which is used to give the device a unique address on the room bus.

For more information, see RP-C Room Bus .

RP-C Room Bus

The RP controller room bus allows RP controller expansion modules to be connected to the controller for people counting, motion detection, luminosity and sound pressure level measurements, Bluetooth Low Energy based applications, and control of electric lights and window blinds.

For more information, see RP-C Room Bus .

RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module LED

There is one LED on the RP controller expansion sensor modules. The LED is integrated with the Set button.

For more information, see RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module LED .

RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module Set Button 

The RP controller expansion sensor modules have a Set button on the front. The Set button is reserved for future use.

For more information, see RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module Set Button .

RP Controller Expansion Multi-sensor Device Installation

The RP controller expansion multi-sensor can be installed on a dropped (suspended) ceiling, a drywall ceiling, or a junction (gang) box.

For more information, see RP Controller Expansion Multi-sensor Device Installation .

Wiring

The wiring recommendations provide guidance regarding wiring of the Central IO modules, automation servers, BACnet/IP devices, RP controller expansion modules, and Operator Display.

For more information, see Wiring .

RP Controller Expansion Module Maintenance Modes

The RP controller expansion modules support different modes that can be used for maintenance purposes.

For more information, see RP Controller Expansion Module Maintenance Modes .

BACnet/IP Device Firmware Management

Using WorkStation, you can update the firmware of multiple BACnet/IP devices and their attached SpaceLogic Sensor devices and RP controller expansion modules at the same time with minimum downtime. In particular, the universal upgrade package simplifies the update process and requires minimal user involvement and coordination.

Tip:

SpaceLogic Sensor devices and RP controller expansion modules are supported by the RP controller.

For more information, see BACnet/IP Device Firmware Management .

RP Controller Expansion Multi-sensor Regulatory Compliance and Approvals

This section provides information on regulatory compliance and approvals for the RP controller expansion multi-sensor.

For more information, see RP Controller Expansion Multi-sensor Regulatory Compliance and Approvals .

Specifications

Electrical
DC input supply voltage
24 VDC
  
Powered by the RP controller through the room bus (RJ45)
Maximum power consumption
0.3 W
Environment
Ambient temperature, operating
0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F)
Ambient temperature, storage
-20 to +70 °C (-4 to +158 °F)
Humidity
20 to 90 % RH non-condensing
Material
Plastic flame rating
UL94 V-0
Ingress protection rating
IP 20
Cover color
Signal white (RAL9003)
Mechanical
 
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Overall external diameter
97.5 mm (3.84 in.)
Diameter of mounting clearance hole
75.0 to 76.0 mm (2.95 to 3.00 in.)
External washer thickness
12 mm (0.47 in.)
Overall external thickness
19 mm (0.75 in.)
Internal thickness
20 mm (0.79 in.)
Overall internal depth
28 mm (1.10 in.)
Weight, multi-sensor with mounting springs (3x)
0.083 kg (0.183 lb)
Weight, multi-sensor with mounting ring
0.094 kg (0.207 lb)
Installation
Plastic unit to be fitted flush in a suspended ceiling tile with a thickness of up to 45 mm (1.77 in.)
Communication ports
Room bus
RS-485
  
Dual RJ45 ports for daisy-chain configurations
  
Use a Cat 5 (or higher) cable
  
Maximum total length of the room bus: 72 m (236 ft)
Room bus protection
Transient voltage suppressors on communication and power signals
Wireless connectivity
Bluetooth Low Energy
Communication protocol
Bluetooth ® 5.1 Low Energy compliant
Frequency
2.402 to 2.480 GHz
Maximum communication distance
Line-of-sight: 50 m (164 ft)
Maximum output power
3 dBm
Antenna
Integrated antenna
Beacon protocol
iBeacon
Hardware
CPU type
ARM Cortex-M4 single-core
Frequency
38.4 MHz
SRAM (embedded)
256 KB
Flash memory (embedded)
1024 KB
Flash memory (serial)
2 MB
Status indicator
LED (green and red) that shows the status of the device
Address switch
Rotary switch 0 to 9
Set button
Push-button switch
Motion detection
Sensor
Quad-type passive infrared (PIR) sensor with Fresnel lens
Detection range
See image and table below.
 
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Sensor mounting height

Sensor detection range (diameter)

3.0 m (10 ft)

8.6 m (28 ft)

2.7 m (9 ft)

8.0 m (26 ft)

2.5 m (8 ft)

7.4 m (24 ft)

Luminosity measurements
Sensor
Ambient Light Sensor (ALS)
 
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Spectral response
Human eye
Luminosity range
0 to 10,000 lux
Field of view
30 degrees from vertical

Internal Configuration

The RP-C-EXT-MS-BLE internal configuration with regards to the signal ground is shown in the following figure.

 
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Figure: RP-C-EXT-MS-BLE internal configuration
  • Hardware Overview
  • RP Controller Expansion Modules
  • Sensor Modules
  • Motion Detection
  • Luminosity Measurement
  • RP Controller Expansion Module Memory
  • RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module Wireless Connectivity
  • RP-C Room Bus
  • RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module LED
  • RP Controller Expansion Sensor Module Set Button
  • RP Controller Expansion Multi-sensor Device Installation
  • Wiring
  • RP Controller Expansion Module Maintenance Modes
  • BACnet/IP Device Firmware Management
  • RP Controller Expansion Multi-sensor Regulatory Compliance and Approvals