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Products: RP-V
Functionalities: Hardware
Product version: 2023
9/22/2023

RP-V Controllers

arrow1_rotationRP-V Models arrow1_rotationRP-V Onboard I/O arrow1_rotationDamper Actuator arrow1_rotationAir Flow Sensor arrow1_rotationRP-V Built-in Isolated Power Supply arrow1_rotationMemory in RP and MP Controllers and I/O Modules arrow1_rotationRP and MP Controller Supported Building Standards arrow1_rotationRP Controller Wireless Connectivity arrow1_rotationRP-V Communication Ports arrow1_rotationRP-V Sensor Bus arrow1_rotationRP-V Room Bus arrow1_rotationRP-V Modbus arrow1_rotationRP-V BACnet MS/TP Network arrow1_rotationMS/TP DIP Switches arrow1_rotationRP-V Screw Terminals arrow1_rotationRP-V LED arrow1_rotationRP Controller Reset Modes arrow1_rotationRP-V Device Installation arrow1_rotationWiring arrow1_rotationFirmware Management of MP and RP Controllers and IP-IO Modules arrow1_rotationRP-V Regulatory Compliance and Approvals arrow1_rotationSpecifications arrow1_rotationInternal Configuration

The RP-V controller is a room-purpose, fully programmable, IP based field controller dedicated for VAV cooling and Heating applications. RP-V integrates a controller, a damper actuator, and an air flow sensor in a single compact unit for ease of installation. The controller can either be used as a standalone BACnet field controller or as part of an EcoStruxure BMS with an automation server or an Enterprise Server as the parent server. The BACnet/IP enabled RP-V controller can also be reconfigured through the EcoStruxure Building Operation software to support BACnet MS/TP, instead of BACnet/IP. The RP-V features a wireless chip that allows a mobile device running the Commission mobile application to connect directly to the controller. 

The RP-V allows for flexible control solutions due to the dual Ethernet ports, the interface to SpaceLogic Sensor devices, the interface for support of Connected Room Solutions with RP controller expansion modules, and the versatile mix of universal inputs/outputs and solid-state relay (SSR) outputs.

When RP-V controllers are part of an EcoStruxure BMS, you can take full advantage of the existing EcoStruxure Building Operation engineering tools.

The RP-V is available in different models, including a model that only supports BACnet MS/TP communication, with a reduced set of communication ports, and do no support features such as wireless connectivity.

 
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RP-V

RP-V Models

The RP-V controller is available in two models that support both BACnet/IP and MS/TP communication. These two models offer two different combinations (sets) of the number of I/O points and types of I/O points. The RP-V controller also comes in a model that only supports BACnet MS/TP communication.

For more information, see RP-V Models .

RP-V Onboard I/O

The RP-V controller models provide four or five I/O points, consisting of two different sets of I/O point types. The versatile mix of I/O point types match a wide variety of VAV applications. The universal inputs/outputs are highly flexible and can be configured as either inputs or outputs.

For more information, see RP-V Onboard I/O .

Damper Actuator

The MP-V and RP-V controllers have an integrated damper actuator, which allows for simplified installation of the VAV controller directly over the damper shaft.

For more information, see Damper Actuator .

Air Flow Sensor

The MP-V and RP-V controllers use a digital pressure sensor to measure the air velocity pressure signal from the velocity probe in the inlet of the VAV box. The measured value is used by the controller to position the VAV damper actuator for the required air flow.

For more information, see Air Flow Sensor .

RP-V Built-in Isolated Power Supply

The RP-V has a built-in isolated power supply designed to accommodate a nominal operating voltage of 24 VAC at 50/60 Hz input power.

For more information, see RP-V Built-in Isolated Power Supply .

Memory in RP and MP Controllers and I/O Modules

RP and MP controllers and I/O modules are devices that have three types of memory:

  • Flash memory: for boot loader, operating system, application software, and configuration storage

  • RAM: for runtime operation

  • FRAM non-volatile memory: for data retention in the case of power outage

For more information, see Memory in RP and MP Controllers and I/O Modules .

RP and MP Controller Supported Building Standards

One of the cornerstones of the EcoStruxure BMS is support for open standards. As a result, the RP and MP controllers comply with the BACnet open standard, one of the most popular standards for buildings.

For more information, see RP and MP Controller Supported Building Standards .

RP Controller Wireless Connectivity

The RP controllers are Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) enabled products. You can use this wireless connectivity option for connecting a smartphone or tablet running the Commission mobile application to the RP controllers.

For more information, see RP Controller Wireless Connectivity .

RP-V Communication Ports

The RP controller provides a combination of communication ports, such as:

  • Ethernet port(s)

  • USB port(s)

  • RS-485 port(s)

For more information, see RP-V Communication Ports .

RP-V Sensor Bus

The RP-V sensor bus allows SpaceLogic Sensor devices to be connected to the controller.

For more information, see RP-V Sensor Bus .

RP-V 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-V Room Bus .

RP-V Modbus

The RP controller Modbus RTU (RS-485) subnetwork allows standard Modbus devices and the KNX Modbus gateway (RP-C-EXT-KNX) to be connected to the controller. An adapter is required for converting the controller RS-485 Com port with RJ45 interface to screw terminals.

For more information, see RP-V Modbus .

RP-V BACnet MS/TP Network

The RP-V controllers support BACnet MS/TP communication. The BACnet MS/TP configuration differs between the RP-V models. The BACnet/IP enabled RP-V controllers can be reconfigured to communicate with automation servers based on the BACnet MS/TP protocol, instead of the BACnet/IP protocol. An adapter is required for converting the controller RS-485 Com port with RJ45 interface to screw terminals. There is also an RP-V model designed for connection to a BACnet MS/TP (RS-485) network and this model can only communicate via MS/TP.

For more information, see RP-V BACnet MS/TP Support .

MS/TP DIP Switches

You must configure the DIP switches as part of the commissioning process for RP controllers that support MS/TP communications.

For more information, see MS/TP DIP Switches .

RP-V Screw Terminals

The RP-V has fixed screw terminals for the power input, SSR outputs, and universal inputs/outputs. The RP-V-5C-M model also has a removable screw terminal block for connection to the BACnet MS/TP (RS-485) network.

For more information, see RP-V Screw Terminals .

RP-V LED

There is one LED on the front panel of the RP-V.

For more information, see RP-V LED .

RP Controller Reset Modes

You can reset and restart the RP controllers in different ways depending on how long you press the reset button. The resets and restarts can affect the retention of values after restart based on the retain levels configured for the variables.

For more information, see RP Controller Reset Modes .

RP-V Device Installation

The RP-V incorporates an integral actuator and the device is designed for over-the-shaft damper installation.

For more information, see RP-V Device Installation .

Wiring

The wiring recommendations provide guidance regarding wiring of the Central IO modules, automation servers, RP and MP controllers, IP-IO modules, RP controller expansion modules, and Operator Display.

For more information, see Wiring .

Firmware Management of MP and RP Controllers and IP-IO Modules

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-V Regulatory Compliance and Approvals

This section provides information on regulatory compliance and approvals for the RP-V controllers.

For more information, see RP-V Regulatory Compliance and Approvals .

Specifications

AC input
RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A
Type
Isolated Class 2 input
Nominal voltage
24 VAC
Operating voltage range
+/-15 %
Frequency
50/60 Hz
Maximum power consumption (RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A)
18 VA

Base Load Including All I/O

SpaceLogic Sensors on Sensor Bus

RP Controller Expansion Modules on Room Bus

USB

Total

7 VA

4.6 VA a

2 VA a

4.35 VA

18 VA

Power input protection
MOV suppression and internal fuse
RP-V-5C-M
Type
Isolated Class 2 input
Nominal voltage
24 VAC
Operating voltage range
+/-15 %
Frequency
50/60 Hz
Maximum power consumption
11 VA

Base Load Including All I/O

SpaceLogic Sensors on Sensor Bus

Total

6.4 VA

4.6 VA a

11 VA

Power input protection
MOV suppression and internal fuse
Environment
Ambient temperature, operating
0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F)
Ambient temperature, storage
-40 to +70 °C (-40 to +158 °F)
Maximum humidity
95 % RH non-condensing
Material
Plastic flame rating
UL94 V-0
Ingress protection rating
IP 20
Mechanical
Dimensions
168 W x 201 H x 65 D mm (6.6 W x 7.9 H x 2.6 D in.)
 
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Weight, RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A
1.132 kg (2.496 lb)
Weight, RP-V-5C-M
0.972 kg (2.143 lb)
Installation
Over the damper shaft
Terminal blocks
Power and I/O: Fixed
  
BACnet MS/TP communications: Removable
Real-time clock
RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A
Accuracy, at 25 °C (77 °F)
+/-1 minute per month
Backup time, at 25 °C (77 °F)
7 days minimum
Communication ports
RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A
Ethernet
Dual 10/100BASE-TX (RJ45)
USB
1 USB 2.0 host port (type-A), 5 VDC, 2.5 W
RS-485 port Com A
RS-485 (RJ45), 24 VDC
  
Maximum 3 W load per RS-485 port
  
Maximum 4 W total load for the two RS-485 ports
  
Transient voltage suppressors on communication and power signals
RS-485 port Com B
RS-485 (RJ45), 24 VDC
  
Maximum 3 W load per RS-485 port
  
Maximum 4 W total load for the two RS-485 ports
  
Transient voltage suppressors on communication and power signals
RP-V-5C-M
RS-485 port Com A
24 VDC, 3 W, RS-485 (RJ45)
  
Transient voltage suppressors on communication and power signals
RS-485 port Com B
RS-485 (3-pole screw terminal block)
  
Transient voltage suppressors on communication signals
RS-485 transceiver characteristics
All device models
Transceiver type
Failsafe
  
Non-isolated
External biasing
None required
Total Unit Load (UL) per device
Maximum 0.5 UL
Communications
RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A
BACnet
BACnet/IP, port configurable, default 47808
  
BACnet MS/TP, maximum bus length: 1200 m (4000 ft), maximum baud rate: 76800
  
BTL B-AAC (BACnet Advanced Application Controller) a
RP-V-5C-M
BACnet
BACnet MS/TP, maximum bus length: 1200 m (4000 ft), maximum baud rate: 76800
  
BTL B-AAC (BACnet Advanced Application Controller) a
Wireless connectivity
RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A
Bluetooth Low Energy
Communication protocol
Bluetooth ® 5.1 Low Energy compliant
Frequency
2.402 to 2.480 GHz
Maximum output power
10 dBm
Maximum communication distance
Line-of-sight: 100 m (328 ft)
Antenna
Integrated antenna
RF connector for optional external antenna
SMA connector
External antenna (optional)
Restricted to the approved antenna type listed below (used in certification)

Manufacturer

Model (Part number)

Gain

Type

Impedance

Linx Technologies

ANT-2.4-WRT-MON-SMA

0.8 dBi

Monopole

50 ohm

CPU
RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A
Frequency
500 MHz
Type
ARM Cortex-A7 single-core
Internal SRAM
6 MB
NOR flash memory
48 MB
Memory backup
128 kB, FRAM, non-volatile
RP-V-5C-M
Frequency
500 MHz
Type
ARM Cortex-A7 single-core
Internal SRAM
6 MB
NOR flash memory
32 MB
Memory backup
128 kB a , FRAM, non-volatile
Damper actuator
Torque rating
10 Nm (88.5 lbf.in)
Stroke
0° to 90°, fully adjustable
Timing
Approximately 2 seconds/degree at 60 Hz and 2.4 seconds/degree at 50 Hz
Position indication
Visual indication
Damper position feedback
Yes
Manual override
Push-button clutch release
Damper shaft diameter
12.7 mm (0.5 inch) or 9.5 mm (0.375 inch)
  
Adapter kit AM-135 is required for 9.5 mm (0.375 inch) diameter shafts.
Damper shaft minimum length (from VAV box)
22.2 mm (0.875 inch)
Air flow sensor
Range
0 to 249 Pa (0 to 1 inH 2 O)
Resolution
0.0167 Pa (0.000067 inH 2 O)
Accuracy
±5% of reading (typical) at 25°C (77°F)

Internal Configuration

The RP-V internal configuration with regards to the signal ground is shown in the following figures.

RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A
 
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RP-V-4A and RP-V-5A, internal configuration

RP-V-5C-M
 
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RP-V-5C-M, internal configuration

  • Hardware Overview
  • RP-V Models
  • RP-V Onboard I/O
  • Damper Actuator
  • Air Flow Sensor
  • RP-V Built-in Isolated Power Supply
  • Memory in RP and MP Controllers and I/O Modules
  • RP and MP Controller Supported Building Standards
  • RP Controller Wireless Connectivity
  • RP-V Communication Ports
  • RP-V Sensor Bus
  • RP-V Room Bus
  • RP-V Modbus
  • RP-V BACnet MS/TP Support
  • MS/TP DIP Switches
  • RP-V Screw Terminals
  • RP-V LED
  • RP Controller Reset Modes
  • RP-V Device Installation
  • Wiring
  • BACnet/IP Device Firmware Management
  • RP-V Regulatory Compliance and Approvals