HVAC APPLICATIONS

INTRODUCTION

Quality of living 04
HVAC with ekinex ® 05
The KNX standard 06
Products 08
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Quality of living The quality of living at home has become increasingly important in recent years, both
for the general improvement of living conditions, which has greatly increased the needs,
HVAC with ekinex® ekinex®, the Italian company specialized in the realization of KNX devices, offers
advanced solutions for the control of room climatization. The ekinex® KNX product
and for the time spent daily by people inside buildings, which in many cases exceeds range includes pushbuttons with integrated temperature sensor and thermostat function,
90% of the total. room thermostats (also in the version with relative humidity sensor), multisensors with
The combination of thermal, visual, acoustic and indoor air quality comfort is the disci- temperature, relative humidity and air quality control function, touch-displays, actuators/
pline that guides the design, construction and evaluation of contemporary buildings: it controllers for fan-coils and electrothermal drives, controllers for mixing groups,
is the concept known today as IEQ or Indoor Environmental Quality. gateways to VRF systems and other standard protocols in the HVAC sector (such as
The quality of indoor environments has important relationships and effects with the Modbus, BACnet and M-Bus). ekinex® also offers the delégo supervision system with a
well-being experienced by end-users at the home, with productivity and health in the user-friendly App for the control and monitoring of the entire home automation system
workplace and with the energy performance and sustainability of buildings. Among the via smartphone (iOS or Android) and the innovative voice control by means of the
four dimensions of IEQ, the climatic quality of the building - understood as the com- popular home speakers with voice assistant. All devices are ideal for use in existing or
bination of thermo-hygrometric conditions and air quality - is taken over by the HVAC new buildings to increase energy efficiency and ensure highest comfort.
functions and is of fundamental importance for its energy implications.

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The KNX standard

Great developments in the field of home and building automation were made possible The vitality of KNX proposals is witnessed by the sustained expansion of the association, For customers, the variety and availability of KNX products has no comparison in other
especially thanks to an open, modular and interoperable standard like KNX. This seeing the entry of manufacturers, coming from many different areas, and from the tens technological areas, and the system openness translates into the highest free choice,
innovative standard was born from the merging of three European systems (EIB, of thousands of technicians who chose it to specialize in the field of building automation. thereby avoiding the disadvantageous dependence of having to buy from a single sup-
BatiBUS and EHS), developed and brought to the market in the early 90’s. The diffusion plier. Thanks to the modularity of the system, a project can be extended in time, starting
of the system was facilitated by an intense work of cooperation at normative level in Achievable savings with the adoption of the KNX system for Home & Building control: with a basic configuration and adding more functions later. The native interoperability of
the standard committee at European level. For this reason, too, KNX is a standard • 40% over shutters control KNX products is fundamental to technicians, as it allows to design a system by always
characterized by a total conformity with norm EN 50090 on electronic systems for the • 50% over individual ambient control choosing the most suitable technical options, reducing compromise and ties caused by
control of homes and buildings (HBES, Home and Building Electronic Systems). • 60% over ambient lighting control proprietory systems which do not communicate with one another.
The presence on the market of this standard since 1991 offers the best guarantee • 60% over ventilation control Moreover, the system offers new professional opportunities to designers and system
The KNX standard is entirely compliant with
in terms of reliability and consolidation of the technology used. The openness of the integrators, making it possible to receive a consistent and high-level technical training
norm EN 50090 on HBES (Home and Building
standard and that of the KNX Association, on the other hand, ensure availability of and become certified KNX Partners. Electronic Systems) systems)
products in the long run and a constant development, both in terms of technology and
offering of products, functions and applications.

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Products Presence sensors

KNX sensors for the detection of presence and movement of people Extended movement detection for the HVAC channel based on the
with 360° (EK-Dx2-TP) or 180° (EK-SM2-TP) detection range. 3 principle of “long duration” with detection over multiple time windows
independent channels for lighting control and 1 channel for controlling (2 to 20) of equal duration in each of which at least one movement must
4 configurable input interface with room thermostat function 4 input / 2 output (5A) interface with room thermostat function HVAC equipment. Movement / presence detection by means of three PIR be detected. Versions for ceiling mounting (EK-Dx2-TP) or wall mounting DF2
Configurable 4-channel KNX input for connecting potential-free contacts Configurable 4-channel KNX input for the connection of potential-free (passive infrared) sensors that can be activated individually or in groups. (EK-SM2-TP). Power supply via KNX bus.
or passive NTC 10 kΩ at 25°C temperature sensors (to be ordered contacts of which 1 configurable for the connection of a temperature
separately). 4 output channels for the control of low consumption LEDs. probe (NTC 10 kΩ at 25°C, to be ordered separately) and 2 output Wall mounting version EK-SM2-TP to be completed with:
Room thermostat function for channels configured for connection to channel with 5A relay for the control of electrical loads. 4 output channels CG2 - plate with 60x60 mm window (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
NTC sensors (up to 4 independent zones). Flush-mounting in wall box for the control of low consumption LEDs. Room thermostat function for - front cover EK-CLM-... with prismatic lens DG2
or on a DIN EN 60715 rail using the EK-SMG-35 support (to be ordered the channel configured for connection to the NTC sensor. Flush-mounting
separately). Power supply via KNX bus. in wall box or on DIN rail EN 60715 using the EK-SMG-35 support (to be Art.-No.
ordered separately). Power supply via KNX bus.
CE2 EK-SM2-TP
EK-DF2-TP (portata max 9 m con installazione a 2,5 m) SM2
Art.-No. Art.-No. EK-DG2-TP (portata max 12 m con installazione a 2,5 m)
EK-CG2-TP EK-CE2-TP

4-fold pushbutton with room thermostat function (FF series) Multisensor with room thermostat function
4-fold KNX pushbutton (max. 8 independent bus functions), with To be completed with: KNX multisensor to be used as sensor and / or controller for temperature, To be completed with:
integrated temperature sensor and room thermostat function, for - square or rectangular rockers (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®) relative humidity and air quality (CO2 equivalent). 2-point (ON / OFF) or - front cover with symbols (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
controlling loads, dimming luminaires, controlling blinds and shutters or - optional frame of form or flank series (plastic or aluminium) proportional (PWM or continuous) temperature control in combination - plate with 60x60 mm window (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
other programmable bus functions. Configurable LEDs available in two with KNX actuators; relative humidity and CO2 (equivalent) threshold - optional frame of form or flank series (plastic or aluminium) ET2
colour combinations (blue / green or white / red). Flush-mounting on control, LEDs indicating conduction mode (heating / cooling), CO2
round wall box. Power supply via KNX bus. thresholds and humidification / dehumidification active. Flush-mounting
on wall box. Power supply via KNX bus.
Art.-No.

EK-ED2-TP Art.-No.
ES2
EK-ES2-TP (for round or square flush mounting box) EK-ET2-TP (for round or square flush mounting box)
EK-ES2-TP-R (for 3-seater rectangular flush mounting box) EK-ET2-TP-R (for 3-seater rectangular flush mounting box)

4-fold pushbutton with room thermostat function (71 series)

4-fold KNX pushbutton (max. 8 independent bus functions), with To be completed with:
Display and control unit Touch & See Also available with integrated 2-fold pushbutton and temperature sensor.
integrated temperature sensor and room thermostat function, for - square or rectangular rockers (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
KNX display and control unit for switching, control and display of bus
controlling loads, dimming luminaires, controlling blinds and shutters or - plate with 60x60 mm window (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
functions. 3.5“ touchscreen operating surface with sequence of graphic To be completed:
other programmable bus functions. Configurable LEDs available in two - optional frame of form or flank series (plastic or aluminium)
pages: home (with direct access to other pages), room thermostat - optional frame of form or flank series (plastic or aluminium)
colour combinations (blue / green or white / red). Flush-mounting on wall
(up to 8 independent zones), switching and control, calendar, weather - square rockers (only for EK-EF2-TP, plastic or aluminium) EC2
box. Power supply via KNX bus.
information, multimedia, service functions (presence simulation, timer,
Art.-No. alarms). Flush-mounting on wall box. Power supply via KNX bus, auxiliary
power supply 30 Vdc required.
EK-E12-TP (for round or square wall-mounting box)
EK-E12-TP-R (for rectangular 3-modules wall-mounting box)
EF2
Art.-No.

EK-EC2-TP
Room thermostat (serie FF series) EK-EF2-TP (with 2-fold pushbutton and temperature sensor)
KNX room thermostat with 2-point (ON / OFF) or proportional (PWM or To be completed with:
continuous) control in combination with KNX actuators. Heating and coo- - set of 2 square rockers with symbols (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
ling modes with local or via bus switching. 4 operating modes: comfort, - optional frame of form or flank series (plastic or aluminium) Delégo
standby, economy and building protection with separate setpoints for EP2 Complete system for the supervision and control of a KNX standard
heating and cooling. Integrated temperature sensor (also available with system. Developed with web-oriented technologies, it has a uniform
relative humidity sensor), two freely configurable inputs, LCD display with interface with high graphic impact on each platform with local and
adjustable backlighting and configurable LEDs in two colour combina- remote connection.
tions (blue/green or white/red). Flush-mounting on round wall box. Power
supply via KNX bus.
EQ2 Art.-No.
Art.-No. EK-DEL-SRV-BAS-TP (BASIC, 400 adresses KNX) EK-DEL-5PAN Delégo panel 5” (black panel)
EK-EP2-TP EK-ER2-TP (versione easy) EK-DEL-SRV-ADV-TP (ADVANCED, 1.200 adresses KNX) EK-DEL-5PANWH Delégo panel 5” (white panel)
EK-EQ2-TP (with relative humidity sensor) EK-DEL-SRV-PRM-TP (PREMIUM, 2.500 adresses KNX) EK-DEL-8PAN Delégo panel 8” (black panel)
EK-DEL-8PANWH Delégo panel 8” (white panel)
EK-DEL-5FR-GB… Frame for Delégo panel 5” in aluminium

Room thermostat (71 series)

KNX room thermostat with 2-point (ON / OFF) or proportional (PWM or To be completed with
continuous) control in combination with KNX actuators. Heating and - plate with 60x60 mm window (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
cooling modes with local or via bus switching. 4 operating modes: - optional frame of form or flank series (plastic or aluminium) NTC temperature sensors
comfort, standby, economy and building protection with separate NTC sensors (10 kΩ at 25°C, ß = 3435) for measuring the temperature
setpoints for heating and cooling. Integrated temperature sensor and of the room air mass or the heat transfer fluid in the heating / cooling
LCD display with adjustable backlighting. Flush-mounting on wall box. system; in combination with Ekinex® KNX devices dedicated to HVAC
Power supply via KNX bus. functions, they optimise the operation of the building’s heating / cooling
system, increasing the level of comfort and exploiting all opportunities
for energy saving. Versions: external (E), immersion (I), contact (C), air
Art.-No. mass (L).
EK-E72-TP (for round or square wall-mounting box) Art.-No.
EK-E72-TP-R (for rectangular 3-modules wall-mounting box)
EK-STx-10K-3435 (x = E, I, C, L)
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Time / astronomic digital switch GPS module Office module 1 input for NTC temperature sensor (room thermostat function)
Electronic digital KNX switch for time scheduling (daily, weekly, GPS module for acquisition of date, time and geographical coordinates KNX input / output module for controlling the bus functions of an office
monthly or annual) or astronomical. Control of 9 channels on the information from global positioning system (GPS) satellites and room: lighting, temperature control and shading. Panel mounting on DIN Fan-coil unit control function
KNX bus. Scheduling of channel 1 is replicated also on the on-board synchronization of the EK-TM1-TP time / astronomic digital switch. Pole rail EN 60715 (8 MU). - 2 outputs for controlling electrothermal drives on hot / cold valves
relay. Assignment to each channel of a different time or astronomical mounting adapter included. TM1 - 3 outputs for 3-speed fan control
programming. Possibility of connecting one EK-GPS-1 optional - 1 output for 0-10V control of fan with brushless motor and inverter
module (to be ordered separately) for the acquisition of time, date board
and geographical position through the GPS satellite system (time
synchronisation every 30 minutes). Backup battery. Panel mounting on Art.-No.
DIN rail EN 60715 (3 MU).
EK-HU1-TP
GPS-1
Art.-No. Art.-No.

EK-TM1-TP EK-GPS-1
Hotel module 1 input for NTC temperature sensor (room thermostat function)
KNX input / output module for controlling the bus functions of a hotel
room: lighting, temperature control, shading and input and output Fan-coil unit control function
signals. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN 60715 (8 MU). - 2 outputs for controlling electrothermal drives on hot / cold valves
- 3 outputs for 3-speed fan control
Actuator / controller for electrothermal drives
- 1 output for 0-10V control of fan with brushless motor and inverter
KNX module that can be used as an actuator (in combination with a KNX
board
room thermostat) or actuator / controller (receiving the temperature
value from a KNX sensor or other KNX devices). For systems with 2- or
Art.-No.
4-pipe hydraulic distribution, with 8 TRIAC outputs for ON / OFF control
of electrothermal drives or motors for zone valves. Panel mounting on EK-HO1-TP
DIN rail EN 60715 (4 MU).

Art.-No.

EK-HE1-TP CoolMasterNet with KNX interface Available controls*:

Plug and play interface for bi-directional data exchange between KNX - on / off
and the communication bus systems of VRF and split units. Monitoring - mode (Cool, Heat, Auto, Fan)
and control by KNX of all the units connected to the system dedicated - fan speed
to air conditioning. Touch-screen LCD screen for direct local control of - temperature setpoint
each unit. Communication lines for Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Toshiba, - feedback of room temperature
Actuator / controller for fan-coils Panasonic, Sanyo, Hitachi, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, LG, Samsung, - error code
KNX module that can be used as an actuator (in combination with a KNX and Gree. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN 60715.
room thermostat) or actuator / controller (receiving the temperature *) Some control options may be restricted by VRF and split system manufacturers.
value from a KNX sensor, another KNX device or an NTC temperature
sensor connected to an analogue input). Versions for controlling 3-speed HA1 Art.-No.
fan units or with brushless motor and inverter board (control voltage
0...10V). For systems with 2- or 4-pipe hydraulic distribution. ON / OFF EK-BQ1-TP
control of one or two electrothermal valve drives. The outputs not used
for the control of fan-coils can be used as outputs to carry out other bus
functions. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN 60715 (4 MU).

HB1 Configurable logic module

KNX module to carry out logic functions and calculations on values of - Mapping: translation of a set of values of an input (up to 8 points) into
KNX communication objects. 4 configurable channels for the connection a different set of output values
of potential-free contacts. Flush-mounting in wall box or on DIN rail EN - Conversion: conversion of one communication object to another with
60715 using the EK-SMG-35 support (included in the delivery). Power different KNX data type (DPT)
supply via KNX bus. - Timer: one-shot (monostable) or oscillator (astable) timing with delays
that can be set on activation and deactivation
HC1 Implementable blocks
Art.-No. - Comparison: return of the result of an arithmetic comparison (equal,
- Logic: combination of binary inputs according to logical operations
greater, lesser, etc.) between two input values
EK-HA1-TP (3-speed fan, 2-pipe distribution) - Mathematical: mathematical calculations on one or more inputs
- Range: scaling (or limitation) of input values to different ranges - Multiplexer: copy the value of an input object into one of the N output
EK-HB1-TP (0...10V fan control, 2-pipe distribution) objects or onto the selected output objects
EK-HC1-TP (3-speed fan or 0...10V fan control, 2- or 4-pipe distribution)
Art.-No.

EK-LM2-TP

Mixing group controller

KNX controller for fluid mixing group. Control of a motor for mixing
CODESYS PLC with KNX interface
valve (3-point floating or with 0...10V signal) and control of a circulating
Programmable logic controller in CODESYS* development environment
pump. Inputs for acquisition of flow and return temperatures (warm
for executing complex control programs not available in standard KNX
and cold water) and external air temperature. Control of the flow
temperature of the heat transfer fluid with separate control functions for devices. Integrated interface for KNX bus system and USB programming
heating and cooling. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN 60715 (8 MU). port. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN 60715 (4 MU).

*) Brand of 3SSmart Software Solutions GmbH, Kempten (Germany).

Art.-No. Art.-No.

EK-HH1-TP EK-IA1-TP

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BIM ready
Modbus - KNX gateway
Protocol conversion between a Modbus RTU network and a KNX (TP) bus
system. Available for RS485 or TCP / IP Modbus RTU serial networks. BIM stands for Building Information Modeling and indicates a methodology to optimize BIM Ekinex® database
Master function on Modbus network. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN and better manage the phases of design and construction of a building. BIM is used Ekinex® is “BIM ready”: the BIM product database is available in Autodesk Revit® 2019
60715 (4 MU). TCP to follow a working method that involves the generation of a building model that can / 2021 format for download at www.ekinex.com
also manage the data of the entire life cycle through multi-dimensional virtual models The Ekinex® BIM Content Creator software is a true advanced configurator of the
generated digitally by means of specific software. product range that will be enriched with future updates and expansions.
The main benefit of adopting the BIM methodology is the 3D representation at the
485 design stage, which speeds up processes, reduces delivery times and allows errors and References
Art.-No. inaccuracies to be detected first. The greater efficiency in sharing information and a Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February
EK-BH1-TP-485 (serial RS485) more precise control over all the processes involved, also make it possible to contain 2014 on public procurement
EK-BH1-TP-TCP (TCP / IP) costs and schedule in advance maintenance operations. Ministerial Decree no. 560 of December 1, 2017 (Italy)

BIM is a standard process for all buildings and is being integrated into legislation across
Europe following the transposition of Directive 2014/24/EU on public procurement
which requires its inclusion in the procurement procedures of the Member States. In Italy,
the transposition of the directive took place with Decree no. 560 of December 1, 2017,
BACnet - KNX gateway which established the methods and time schedules for the progressive introduction of
Protocol conversion between a BACnet* network and a KNX (TP) bus electronic modelling methods and tools for construction and infrastructure. The decree
system. Available for MS / TP (master-slave / token-passed) or RS485
serial network. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN 60715 (4 MU). provides for the obligation to operate with the BIM methodology from January 1, 2019
IP for works worth more than 100 million euros and then from 2019 to 2025 will be
*) ASHRAE brand (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning
Engineers). introduced in Italy the obligation for all contracts for new public works.

MS/TP
Art.-No.

EK-BJ1-TP-IP (IP over Ethernet)

EK-BJ1-TP-MSTP (MS / TP over RS485)

M-Bus - KNX gateway

Protocol conversion between an M-Bus network and a KNX (TP) bus Planner
system. Available for 20, 40, 80 and 160 M-Bus meters. Master function
on the M-Bus network. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN 60715 (4 MU).
Planner is a useful tool that Ekinex® makes available on the website www.ekinex.com to
create your own project, define the requirements of a home automation system, choose
Art.-No.
the most suitable finishes and give a personal touch to the control points of the system.
EK-BM1-TP-20 (max 20 M-Bus meters) EK-BM1-TP-80 (max 80 M-Bus meters) There are four simple steps to use the Planner:
EK-BM1-TP-40 (max 40 M-Bus meters) EK-BM1-TP-160 (max 160 M-Bus meters)

1) CREATE YOUR PROJECT

Configures the product with the possibility of inserting a plan in which to place the
several elements

2) CHOOSE
Allows you to select devices, versions, materials and finishes

3) OBTAIN
Produces a complete list of codes to forward the request for quote

4) SAVE
Allows you to manage the list of projects according to individual needs

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Heaters system
The room heaters, available in the different forms of radiators, decorative radiators and Mounting position for room thermostats
towel warmers, represent the most common heat exchange terminals in residential For optimum adjustment, ekinex® room thermostats should preferably be installed on
buildings. The heaters are used in hydronic systems for room heating only, which uses an interior wall at a height of 1.5 m and at least 0.3 m from the doors. Thermostats
small terminals for the convection heat exchange (with prevailing natural effect), thanks may not be installed near heat sources such as radiators or appliances or in locations
to a relevant temperature difference between the heat transfer fluid and the room air. subject to direct sunlight. If necessary, a weighted average between the temperature
The system shown in the example is intended for a residential building and provides for value measured by the sensor integrated in the room thermostat and the value received
the distribution of the heat transfer fluid to zones by means of two distribution manifolds. via bus from another device (e.g. from an ekinex® pushbutton or multisensor) can be
used for adjustment.
Control with ekinex
The room air temperature is controlled by room thermostats EK-E72-TP (D), installed
in the pilot rooms of the two zones, in combination with the actuator EK-HE1-TP (C)
which controls the ON / OFF servomotors of the zone valves (3).
The EK-TM1-TP time / astronomical digital switch (A) ensures that the system operate

0,30 m
according to predefined time scheduling and is constantly synchronised with date and
time by the (optional) GPS module EK-GPS-1 (B).
1,50 m
delégo supervision (F) allows the monitoring and control of the ekinex® system using
a smartphone app (9). The connection to the ekinex® system is made via the KNX /
IP router EK-BC1-TP (E).

Example

HVAC WITH EKINEX® B

EK-TM1-TP
Digital time / Astronomical switch
A
9

1
3A

1A
3B

10 11

1B

2 3
4A

2A
4B

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2B

4 5
L

L
14 15

6 7
N

N
N

N
16

C
E
bus
status

traffic
IP
R
EK-BC1-TP
IP router

TP
7
GA PA

function

Area

Line

Dev.
bus KNX

IP 8
3

4 D

F 9
6
Examples of applications delégo supervision system

Heaters system 15 2

Fan-coil systems 16
Room control in hotel building 18
1 5
Access control 19 Zone 2

Control of a mixing group 20

Floor radiant system in residential building 22
3
Ceiling radiant system in residential building 24
4 D
Ceiling radiant system in functional building 26
Air renewal with energy recovery ventilation units 28 6

Air renewal with VAV boxes 29

Interfacing VRF systems 30
Consumption monitoring 31
delégo supervision system 32 Zone 1 5

Control with home speaker / voice assistants 33

Riferimenti informativi
Ekinex devices Other system components
Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) 34
A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) Thermal generator
Thermo-hygrometric comfort 35 B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) Run / stop contact
Air quality 35 C) Actuator-controller for electrothermal drives EK-HE1-TP 3) Zone valve with ON / OFF servomotor
Building automation and European directives 36 D) Room thermostat EK-E72-TP 4) Distribution manifold
Energy classification of buildings (EN 15232) 36 E) KNX / IP router EK-BC1-TP 5) Radiator
Energy classification of radiant systems (UNI / TR 11619) 37 F) delègo server EK-DEL-SWO 6) Towel warmer
Sustainability certification 37 7) Access point LAN Wi-Fi
8) Switch
9) Smartphone with delégo App (Apple iOS or Android)

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In the second case (example II), the fan-coils (1) are equipped with two heat Comfort
Fan-coil systems exchange batteries (3, 5) and a fan unit with brushless motor controlled by an inverter The contact temperature sensor (E) installed on the heat exchange coil allows the fan
board. The units are connected to a 4-pipe heat transfer fluid distribution system. With unit (4) to be started only when the temperature of the heat transfer fluid is comfortable
Fan-coils are terminal units that are widely used in offices, shopping centres, hotels and Control with ekinex this kind of distribution, if both fluids are available from the boiler room, there can be for the users (warm-start function). If the sensor (E) is missing, the function can also be
hospitals and, in general, in medium-large buildings. The application examples show two different and very common system configurations. heated and cooled rooms simultaneously in the same building; the flow is controlled by performed by setting a simple start-up delay.
Fan-coils are used in hydronic systems for room heating and cooling, using small In the first case (example I), the fan-coils (1) are equipped with a 3-speed fan unit two valves with ON / OFF servomotor (2, 4). In rooms with big height and volume (atriums, gyms, commercial rooms), air
terminals for convection heat exchange (with prevailing forced effect). One or two and connected to a 2-pipe heat transfer fluid distribution system. In the heat exchange The room air temperature is controlled by room thermostats EK-EQ2-TP (C) and stratification can occur, with energy waste and discomfort for the end-users. To limit this
batteries for water-air heat exchange, a fan unit and the actuating devices (2 or 3-way battery (3), warm or cold fluid circulates alternately and the flow is controlled by the actuator-controller for fan-coils EK-HC1-TP (D) which have an output with the effect, a temperature sensor (E) is connected to the thermostat (C) and a maximum
valves with electrothermal actuators or servomotors) to regulate the flow rate of the valve (2). 0-10V voltage required for a continuous control of the fan speed, obtaining all the temperature gradient is configured that must not be exceeded.
heat transfer fluid to the exchange battery provide for this. Some versions can be The room air temperature is controlled by room thermostats EK-EP2-TP (C) and advantages of these terminals: more precise response to the variation of heat loads,
equipped with an auxiliary heating battery powered by electricity. actuator-controllers for fan-coils EK-HA1-TP (D). The room thermostats (C) are better temperature stability, reduced noise and high efficiency even at partial load with Energy saving
In addition to the units with the traditional 3-speed fans, there are also versions with connected to the window contacts (6) and contact temperature sensor EK-STC- a consequent reduction in electricity consumption. Temperature attenuations can be The window contact (6) connected to an input of room thermostat (C) automatically
brushless motor and inverter board that allow a continuous control of the fan speed by 10K-3435 (E), while the actuators (D) are connected to condensate drip tray contacts called up automatically in the absence of people, thanks to the presence sensor EK- switches the operating mode from comfort to building protection, avoiding the loss of
means of a 0-10V control voltage. (5) and immersion temperature sensors EK-STI-10K-3435 (F) installed on the inflow Dx2-TP (F). heating and cooling energy to the outside.
From a construction point of view, the fan-coil units can have different shapes, such pipe of the heat transfer fluid. In this application, an automatic switchover between heating and cooling, based on
as cabinets for ceiling or wall mounting; the ceiling versions can be stand-alone or In this application, the switchover between heating and cooling can be carried out measured temperature and setpoint values, can be advantageous. Alternatively, and Maintenance
connected to air ducts installed in the plenum. automatically, by measuring the temperature of the fluid arriving from the distribution with both transfer fluids available, the switchover can also be performed locally on the The actuator-controller (D) is provided with an operating hours counter which increases
by means of an immersion temperature sensor (F) connected to an actuator input (D). room thermostat in manual mode. In both cases, several utility functions for comfort, the count when the fan unit (4) is set at least at first speed. When the set time interval
Alternatively, ekinex® devices can receive the switching control via bus (centralised energy efficiency and system maintenance can be added according to the needs of is reached, a signal is activated to replace the filter of the fan-coil unit.
manual switching mode). customers and end-users: a few examples are given below.

Example I (2-pipe distribution) Example II (4-pipe distribution)

E
B B
A A F
EK-TM1-TP
Digital time / Astronomical switch
D D EK-TM1-TP
Digital time / Astronomical switch
D
C V1 V2 V3 DO1 C V1 V2 V3 DO1
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 C V1 V2 V3 DO1 DO2
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

6 IN1
4 5
IN2
3 6 7 8 9 10
6 IN1
4 5
IN2
3 6 7 8 9 10
7 IN1
4
IN2
3 6
IN3
5 8 9
0-10V
+ - 7 10

2 3
DO1
1

DO2

R
EK-HA1-TP R
EK-HA1-TP
Fan-coil actuator/controller Fan-coil actuator/controller
R
EK-HC1-TP
Fan-coil actuator/controller

Area Area
230Vac-50/60Hz 230Vac-50/60Hz Area
Line Line 230Vac-50/60Hz
Line
Dev. L N Dev. L N
Dev. L N

bus KNX bus KNX

2 2
1 2 1 2

2
bus KNX 1 2

C F C F C
T T T T
3 3 4 3 5
E E
1 1
4 4 1

5 5 6
Zone 1 Zone 2
Room or zone

7 8 8 9
10

Boiler room Boiler room

Ekinex devices Other system components

Ekinex devices Other system components
A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) Fan-coil unit
A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) Fan-coils units
B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) Valve with ON / OFF servomotor (warm fluid)
B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) Valve with ON / OFF servomotor
C) Room thermostat EK-EQ2-TP 3) Heat exchange battery (warm fluid)
C) Room thermostat EK-EP2-TP 3) Heat exchange battery
D) Actuator-controller for fan-coils EK-HC1-TP 4) Valve with ON / OFF servomotor (cold fluid)
D) Actuator-controller for fan-coils EK-HA1-TP 4) Fan group
E) NTC temperature sensor (air) EK-STL-10K-3435 5) Heat exchange battery (cold fluid)
E) NTC temperature sensor (contact) EK-STC-10K-3435 5) Contact for condensate drip tray
F) Presence sensor EK-Dx2-TP 6) Contact for condensate drip tray
F) NTC temperature sensor (immersion) EK-STI-10K-3435 6) Window contact
7) Window contact
7) Thermal generator (warm fluid)
8) Thermal generator (warm fluid)
8) Thermal generator (cold fluid)
9) Thermal generator (cold fluid)
9) Boiler room manifold (flow)
10) Boiler room manifold (return)

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Room control in hotel building Access control

The use of Ekinex® temperature control devices makes it possible to offer guests of a - the setting of ventilation for air renewal at a minimum flow level in the absence of In hotel buildings, in combination with thermoregulation solutions, it is ideal the use of Presence detection
hotel maximum comfort and, at the same time, to safeguard the objectives of energy the guest from the room and its automatic reactivation at the design flow rate upon the Ekinex® system for access and presence detection control. The system is based The EK-TH2-TP (D) card holder is used to detect the guest presence in the room.
efficiency and cost savings defined in the technical and economic planning. return to the room; on transponder technology, which makes full use of its flexibility and security features. The device is installed inside the room. The card is inserted by the guest in the special
Through the Ekinex® home automation system it is also possible to reduce operating - limitation of the temperature modification allowed to the guest with respect to the The devices (D, E), fully compatible with the KNX system, can be combined with the slot; with this action, the system gives consent to the activation of the HVAC system
and maintenance costs, thanks to the possibility of transmitting the most important defined setpoint. FF and 71 series of Ekinex® wall-mounting devices. The supervision and programming of the room (in addition to other room utilities such as lighting or TV). At the same
operating parameters of the system to a centralised workstation and the real-time software for PC EK-TSW (F) completes the system offer and can also represent the time, the presence is notified to the supervision software installed on the PC at the
notification of faults and anomalies, guaranteeing maximum operational continuity. The Thanks to the Ekinex® (C) pushbuttons, equipped with an integrated temperature interface to other communication protocols commonly used in the HVAC sector such reception desk. Information on the status of the room (such as the need to rearrange,
Ekinex® thermoregulation devices (A, B), in combination with the Ekinex® access sensor and the room thermostat function, it is also possible to carry out independent as BACnet, Modbus or M-Bus. The Ekinex® access control system combines the needs to replenish the bar, the need for maintenance or the inactivity of the room) is instead
control system (D, E, F, H), make it possible to increase energy efficiency and, at the climate control in the common and transit areas, without having to install a device with of comfort and energy saving in the best possible way and allows for the creation of notified to the reception by the hotel staff, thanks to special cards (master card).
same time, save costs with simple measures such as, for example: a user interface, by setting the setpoints and operating modes centrally from reception. flexible and advanced systems, optimising the services offered to the guests.
- the activation of heating or cooling in comfort mode shortly before the guest’s For larger rooms, Ekinex® room thermostats and pushbuttons can carry out the control The devices have a 4A (24V) relay output and a freely programmable binary input;
arrival or directly when the guest is at the check-in desk; using a weighted average of temperature values, receiving a temperature value from Access control the output can be used for load control, while the binary input allows the connection
- switching heating or cooling from comfort to stand-by (or night) mode with an the bus. The EK-TR2-TP (E) card reader is used for access control. The device is installed of devices such as bathroom alarm rope pushbuttons or window contacts. The
appropriate time delay when the guest leaves the room or during the check-out; outside the rooms or other rooms to which access must be controlled. Each card is programming of the cards and the configuration of the devices can be carried out from
- the temporary and automatic deactivation of the heating or cooling when opening equipped with an electronic circuit and, once it is close to the card reader, it transmits the reception or from another workstation where the card programmer (H) is installed,
room doors or windows; the unique access code. Entry is allowed or denied depending on the authorisation connected via KNX / IP interface or router (G) to a PC with the programming and
programmed. supervision software EK-TSW (F) installed.

Example
The devices

Card reader To be completed with:

Card reader with transponder technology for presence detection with - front cover (plastic) with symbols and LED light guide
KNX communication. Equipped with a relay (4A @24V AC/DC) and an - plate with 45x45 mm window (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
8 input for potential-free contacts. Two-colour front LED for monitoring - optional frame of form or flank series (plastic or aluminium)
device operation. Wall mounting in round flush-mounted box. Power
supply via KNX bus, auxiliary power supply 12-24 AC/DC required.

1
7 7
Art.-No.
COOL

42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57
HEAT

BO10
BO5

BO6

BO7

BO8

BO9

COMV V1 V2 V3
BO1

BO2

BO3

BO4

26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41
12/24 Vac

12/24 Vac

BO5 BO6 BO7 BO8 HEAT COOL BO9 BO10

EK-TR2-TP
BO1 BO2 BO3 BO4 S
V1 V2 V3
Area
Line
R EK-HO1-TP Dev.
Room Hotel Controller
AI1/BI1

AI2/BI2

0..10V
COM

COM

Com
Com
BI10
BI11
BI12
AI1

230 Vac 50/60 Hz

BI3

BI4

BI5

BI6

BI7
BI8
BI9

bus KNX 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1 2
7
A C E E
L N

B
Meeting room Card holder To be completed with:
Fitness centre
Card holder with transponder technology for presence detection with KNX - front cover (plastic) with symbols and LED light guide
communication. Equipped with a relay (4A @24V AC/DC) and an input - plate with 45x45 mm window (plastic, aluminium or Fenix NTM®)
5 for potential-free contacts. Two-colour front LED for monitoring device - optional frame of form or flank series (plastic or aluminium)
IP
operation. Wall mounting in round flush-mounted box. Power supply via
T I 3 bus
status
R
EK-BC1-TP
IP router KNX bus, auxiliary power supply 12-24 AC/DC required.
G
IP TP

2 traffic

D E GA

function
PA

6
Art.-No.

EK-TH2-TP
Room Corridor Reception H F

Programming and supervision software Requirements

Ekinex devices Other system components Software for the integrated management of technological systems, - Operating System: Windows 10 - RS232 I/O
A) Room thermostat EK-EQ2-TP 1) Window contact particularly suitable for accommodation and hospitality facilities (hotels, - Processor: Intel Core i5 3.3 GHz or higher
residences, pensions or bed & breakfast). Client-server architecture with - RAM memory: min. 4 GB
B) Hotel module EK-HO1-TP 2) Fan-coil unit
HTML5 web server functionality. Programming of transponder cards for - SSD: 240 GB
C) 4-fold pushbutton EK-E12-TP 3) Heat exchange battery access control, presence detection and electronic money functionality - Monitor: Full HD
D) Card holder EK-TH2-TP 4) Fan group (optional). Automatic import of ETS projects with easy and intuitive
E) Card reader EK-TR2-TP 5) Valve with ON / OFF servomotor creation of graphic pages, drag&drop functionality, advanced copy /
paste and undo / redo. Integrated management of calendars, scenarios
F) (PC with) programming and supervision software EK-TSW 6) Contact for condensate drip tray
and schedules. Interface to other communication protocols such as
G) KNX / IP router EK-BC1-TP 7) Electric door lock BACnet, Modbus, M-Bus, etc.
H) Card programmer EK-TR2-TP 8) Bathroom alarm rope pushbutton
Art.-No.
I) NTC temperature sensor (contact) EK-STC-10K-3435
EK-TSW

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Focus on the EK-HH1-TP mixing group controller The display allows the operating parameters to be monitored; some control parameters
Control of a mixing group The EK-HH1-TP controller (A) is a KNX device, fully programmable via ETS, which can also be modified with respect to the initial configuration carried out with ETS.
allows the flow temperature of the heat transfer fluid to be regulated in heating and The switchover of the system conduction mode (heating / cooling) can be done from
More and more often in systems designed for room heating, cooling and ventilation In the case of radiant panel systems also used for summer cooling, the ideal use of cooling hydronic systems. the bus, from a digital input (configured for this purpose) or manually from the front
there are simultaneously heat exchange, air handling or air renewal terminals with the controller (A) is in combination with a maximum of 16 room thermostats EK- The device can be used as a stand-alone unit or in combination with one or more keyboard. Alarms from anti-condensation probes can be managed.
different operating principles (such as radiators, radiant floor or ceiling panels, fan-coils, EQ2-TP equipped with temperature and relative humidity sensors to have an effective ekinex® room thermostats to create single-zone or multi-zone systems (up to a The digital outputs, not used to activate a circulating pump, can be configured to
dehumidifiers, mechanical ventilation units with integration of the sensible contribution integration between the boiler room regulation (primary) and the room or zone control maximum of 16 zones), controlling the servomotor of a 3-point floating mixing valve, control a zone valve servomotor located on a circuit dedicated to fan-coil units or
for cooling, etc.) that make it necessary to produce heat transfer fluid at different (secondary). powered at 230 Vac or 24 Vac, or with 0-10V signal and controlling the circulating dehumidifiers.
temperatures. This can be done directly in the boiler room or locally, by controlling a In this way, the system on and off as well as the optimal flow temperature of the heat pump of the mixed circuit in run / stop mode. The device manages over-temperature To create automation logic, the device is also equipped with 2-channel logic functions
mixing group. transfer fluid are automatically selected according to the actual internal conditions of (in heating) and under-temperature (in cooling) alarms. (16 inputs per channel) with exclusive AND, OR, NOT and OR blocks and delayed
the building; in cooling mode it is also possible to select the optimal flow temperature The controller has a backlit LCD text display, four membrane buttons for navigating activation of the corresponding output.
Control with ekinex with active protection from condensation. through the display menu and two LEDs for alarms and switching to manual mode.
The unmixed zone directly serves the heat exchange terminals with heat transfer fluid
at the temperature produced in the boiler room. The EK-HH1-TP unit (A) controls Control options Heating Cooling
the mixing group (1) by adjusting the flow temperature of the heat transfer fluid for Fixed point √ √ Inputs and outputs
the mixed zone. For this purpose, the mixing valve (2) equipped with a servomotor Climatic compensation √ √ Terminal no. Label Connection
and the circulating pump (3) of the mixed zone are controlled, measuring the flow 3-4 IN1 Input 1 (flow temperature sensor)
Adjusting to internal conditions √ -
temperature by means of an immersion sensor (C). Optionally, it is also possible to 5-6 IN2 Input 2 (return temperature sensor)
Adjusting to return temperature √ - 7-8 IN3 Input 3 (outdoor temperature sensor)
measure the return temperature by means of a second immersion sensor (D). The
Climatic compensation and adjusting to internal conditions √ - 9-10 IN4 Input 4 (configurable as AI or DI)
outdoor temperature sensor (B) measures the outdoor air temperature for climate
11-12 IN5 Input 5 (configurable as AI or DI)
compensation control. Adjusting to internal thermo-hygrometric conditions - √
13-14 AO1 0-10 V control output for servomotor
Climatic compensation and adjusting to internal thermo-hygrometric conditions - √ 15-16 POWER AUX TRIAC power supply (230 Vac o 24 Vac)
17 CLOSE Control output for servomotor (closing)
Example 18 COM Control output for servomotor (common)
19 OPEN Control output for servomotor (opening)
Unmixed Mixed 20-21 DO1 Uscita a relè comando circolatore
zone zone
22-23 DO2 Relais output (additional functions)
24-25 DO3 Relais output (additional functions)

POWER AUX CLOSE COM OPEN DO1 DO2 DO3

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

3
IN1 4 5
IN2 6 7
IN3 8 9
IN4 10 11
IN5 12 + AO1 -
13 14 Switching the seasonal conduction mode Activating the mixing group
OK
The seasonal (heating / cooling) mode can be switched in three ways: The mixing group can be activated in three ways:
A ESC

EK-HH1-TP
Mixing group controller
- from the KNX bus; - from the KNX bus;
Area

bus KNX
Dev.
Line L

1
N

2
- via the front keypad of the controller; - from a controller input;
- by means of a switch connected to an input of the controller. - from a controller input and the KNX bus.
T D
T C
B If switching from the KNX bus is selected, the controller receives the conduction mode By selecting the activation from the KNX bus, the controller connects in logical OR the
3 1
from another bus device (via a communication object), such as an ekinex® room flow requests coming from a maximum of 16 ekinex® room thermostats. To activate the
2
thermostat, which has been assigned the master function for seasonal switching. mixing group it is sufficient that a single room thermostat requires flow.
4 Switching can be carried out manually using the keypad and the display on the front of The activation from an input is suitable for stand-alone applications in which there is
Mixing substation the device: in this case, it is the EK-HH1-TP controller that performs the master function no need for integration between the boiler room (primary adjustment) and the rooms
of seasonal switching for all ekinex® devices (sensors, actuators) that are on the same or zones (secondary adjustment). A time programmer can be connected to input IN4
5 system or part of a system served by the controller. to activate the group according to scheduled time slots or the request of a stand-
Switching via a switch connected to input IN5 (configured as DI) is suitable for stand- alone room thermostat. In systems with distribution manifolds, the limit switches of the
7 8 alone applications in which there is no need for integration between the boiler room electrothermal drives mounted on the individual valves can be connected in parallel.
6 (primary adjustment) and the rooms or zones (secondary adjustment). The switch can An intermediate solution, on the other hand, involves activation both from the binary
Boiler room be the same as the external selector used in the boiler room for switching the operation input and from the KNX bus. The input can have priority over the flow requests coming
of heat generators or shut-off valves of fluids. from the zones via bus (for example an external time zone programming device) or it
The current operating mode is stored in the non-volatile memory of the controller. behaves as an additional zone (without priority).
ekinex devices Other system components
In all cases it is possible to set an activation delay (from 1 to 255 seconds) for the
A) Mixing group controller EK-HH1-TP 1) Mixing group
start of mixing; in fact, it is advisable to wait for the electrothermal drives to bring the
B) NTC temperature sensor (external) EK-STE-10K-3435 2) Mixing valve with servomotor
C) NTC temperature sensor (immersion) EK-STI-10K-3435 3) Circulating pump (mixed zone)
valves into the open position to prevent the circulating pump from exerting pressure on
D) NTC temperature sensor (immersion) EK-STI-10K-3435 4) Circulating pump (unmixed zone) hydraulically closed circuits.
5) Boiler room manifold (flow)
6) Boiler room manifold (return)
7) Thermal generator (warm fluid)
8) Thermal generator (cold fluid)

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Example
Floor radiant system in residential building
delégo supervision system
The floor radiant system is a widespread hydronic system for heating and cooling rooms.
B 1
The heat transfer fluid circulates inside circuits made up of plastic pipes placed under Main

Thermal power supplied [W]

heating system
the surface covering of the floor; in the most common version, the pipes are laid on (high inertia) 4
Auxiliary stage
an insulating layer and embedded in the cement base. The system is invisible and uses (low inertia)
A G
the whole surface of the floor as a large terminal for the heat exchange prevailing at
IP
radiation. In both seasons the system works with a very limited temperature difference 5
between the heat transfer fluid and the room air; for this reason it is also defined as
t
a“low-temperature difference” heating and cooling system. Air integration H
The system shown in the example is intended for a residential building. It is a combined Prevention of condensation in cooling conduction mode D C 6
system, i.e. it combines the radiant floor panels with one or more fan-coil units, mainly In summer cooling operation, the latent loads (due to the increase in the humidity level T F F
for the integration of sensible loads in cooling conduction mode. in the room) are taken care of by the air handling integration. 2 T T

If this is not done satisfactorily, or in the event of a sudden change in thermohygrometric 3 zone 1 zone 2
Control with ekinex conditions (e.g. due to accidental stopping of the machines or opening of windows),
E E
The EK-TM1-TP time / astronomical digital switch (A) ensures that the system is allowed additional safety measures must be taken to prevent or limit the formation of
to operate according to predefined time scheduling and is constantly synchronised with condensation on cold surfaces. The EK-EQ2-TP (E) room thermostats provide various
date and time by the (optional) GPS module EK-GPS-1 (B). active and passive protection strategies depending on the system configuration and the
The need to produce heat transfer fluid at two different temperatures for the combined presence of home automation devices.
system (consisting in floor radiant panels / fan-coil units) is solved by controlling a
Type Mode Action I 11
mixing group with the EK-HH1-TP controller (I). The device controls a mixing valve and O
12
a circulating pump; by means of the EK-STI-NTC-3435 sensors (M, N) it can measure With condensation sensor (13) connected Closing of the circuit serving the involved room
to an input of the room thermostat (E) by means of the actuator (O)
the flow and return temperatures of the heat transfer fluid. On the unmixed circuit it can
Passive T
also control, as required, a circulating pump (7) or a zone valve. With condensation sensor communicating Closing of the circuit serving the involved room
N
with the thermostat (E) via KNX bus by means of the actuator (O)
T M
The room air temperature is controlled by room thermostats EK-EQ2-TP (E), measuring L
temperature and relative humidity, in combination with actuators-controllers for Comparison between flow temperature 10 8 13 13
Closing of the circuit serving the involved room
(fixed design value, ETS parameter) and 9
electrothermal drives EK-HE1-TP (O) and actuators-controllers for fan-coils EK-HC1- dew temperature calculated by the room
by means of the actuator (O) when the flow
temperature is lower than the dew temperature
TP (C). The thermostats are able to calculate and send to the bus the dew temperature; thermostat (E) 7 zona 1 zona 2
if the thermo-hygrometric conditions of the room are close to those critical for the Comparison between flow temperature
Closing of the circuit serving the involved room
formation of condensation on the cooled surfaces, it is possible to implement one of (measured value received from the KNX
by means of the actuator (O) when the flow
Active bus) and dew temperature calculated by Mixing substation Low-temperature distribution
the several protection strategies provided by the ekinex® thermoregulation system (see the room thermostat (E)
temperature is lower than the dew temperature
table on the right); for example, recalibration of the flow temperature of the heat transfer
fluid through the EK-HH1-TP controller (I). The dew temperature from the thermostat
Calibration of the cold fluid flow temperature 15
by the controller (I) and maintenance of the
The optional delégo (H) supervision allows the monitoring and control of the home (E) is sent via KNX bus to the mixing group
opening of the circuit serving the involved
controller (I)
automation system through an App for smartphones (6). The connection to the ekinex® room by the actuator (O)
system is made via the KNX / IP router EK-BC1-TP (G). 16
Active protection is always preferable, as the intervention tends to prevent the conditions
Two-stage system (main / auxiliary) of formation of condensation, while passive protection intervenes when the formation of 14
In the system configuration of the example, the room thermostat EK-EQ2-TP (E) condensation has already begun. Boiler room
allows you to easily realise a two-stage heating / cooling system. When the main stage
consists of a radiant panel system, the high inertia (especially typical of the version Surface temperature limitation
Ekinex devices Other system components
with cement base), makes it rather slow in the start-up phase to achieve comfort In some cases it is advisable to limit the surface temperature when the radiant floor
A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) Window contact
conditions. In this case, it is possible to configure the fan-coils as an auxiliary stage; system is used as an auxiliary stage for heating; the dispersions to the outside of the
B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) Fan-coil unit
thanks to their much lower inertia, they contribute in the initial phase to quickly heat or building are handled by the main heating system, while the auxiliary stage works only to C) Actuator-controller for fan-coils EK-HC1-TP 3) Valve with ON / OFF servomotor
cool the room and then stop their action when the difference between the measured maintain the temperature of the floor at a pleasant level in the bathrooms of residential D) NTC temperature sensor (contact) EK-STC-NTC-3435 4) Access point LAN Wi-Fi
and setpoint temperatures can be satisfactorily addressed by the main stage alone. The buildings or in the rooms of sports centers, spas, etc. This limitation is also included in E) Room thermostat EK-EQ2-TP 5) Switch
auxiliary stage works in automatic mode with a configurable offset with respect to the the EN 1264 standard (Underfloor heating, Part 3) which defines the maximum allowed F) NTC temperature sensor (air) EK-STL-NTC-3435 6) Smartphone with App delégo (Apple iOS or Android)
temperature setpoint set for the radiant floor (main stage). temperature (TSmax) for the surface of the floor from a physiological point of view as G) KNX / IP router EK-BC1-TP 7) Circolating pump for unmixed circuit
follows: H) delègo server EK-DEL-SWO 8) Mixing group
I) Mixing group controller EK-HH1-TP 9) Mixing valve with servomotor
- TSmax ≤ 29°C for areas of normal occupancy of the rooms;
L) NTC temperature sensor (external) EK-STE-NTC-3435 10) Circolating pump for mixed circuit (floor radiant system)
- TSmax ≤ 35°C for the peripheral areas of the rooms.
M) NTC temperature sensor (immersion, flow) EK-STI-NTC-3435 11) Distribution manifold for low-temperature circuits
N) NTC temperature sensor (immersion, return) EK-STI-NTC-3435 12) ON / OFF electrothermal actuators
O) Actuator-controller for electrothermal drives EK-HE1-TP 13) Condensation sensor
14) Thermal generator (warm and cold fluids)
15) Boiler room manifold (flow)
16) Boiler room manifold (return)

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Example
Ceiling radiant system in residential building
The ceiling radiant system is a hydronic system for room heating and cooling, which Control with ekinex
was added to the floor version over time; in common it maintains the characteristic The EK-TM1-TP time / astronomical digital switch (A) ensures that the system is allowed Bathroom
3A 3B 4A 4B L N N

of having a low temperature difference between the heat transfer fluid and the room to operate according to predefined time scheduling and is constantly synchronised with
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1A 2A 3A 4A
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1A 1B 2A 2B L N N
1B 2B 3B 4B

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

air. The heat transfer fluid circulates inside circuits made up of metal or plastic pipes date and time by the GPS module (optional) EK-GPS-1 (B). B 1A 2A 3A 4A 2 3
C D
integrated in a suspended false ceiling; the series of panels are fed by distribution The room thermostat EK-EQ2-TP (E) measures temperature and relative humidity and
1B 2B 3B 4B
EK-TM1-TP
Digital time / Astronomical switch
EK-FE1-TP
8xD.O. 16(10)A/230Vac ~ 50/60 Hz
4xBlind 16(10)A/230Vac ~ 50/60 Hz

manifolds installed above the circuits served. In residential applications, the false ceiling is installed in a position exposed to the air flow generated by the machine (1). In heating Area

Dev.
Line
L N
Area

Line

Dev.
6
bus KNX 1 2 bus KNX

has a plasterboard finish towards the rooms, suitable for civil buildings, and an insulation or cooling mode, at the request of the thermostat, the actuator-controller EK-HE1-TP
A
layer towards the top. The system is invisible and uses the whole surface of the ceiling (D) controls the opening of the zone valve (8) of the radiant ceiling. If necessary, an F T
as a large terminal for the thermal exchange prevailing at radiation. As in the case of the additional NTC temperature sensor (F) can be connected to the room thermostat (E)
Dehumidification 1 4
floor radiant system, the ceiling radiant panels only handle the heat loads of a sensible to carry out adjustment based on a weighted average temperature value. and cooling
type; in general, the ceiling solution offers a higher yield in cooling. At the seasonal switchover to cooling mode, the actuator-controller (D) closes the integration 5

seasonal valve (5) to avoid feeding the towel warmers with cold heat transfer fluid. E
The radiant ceiling system shown in the example is used to heat and cool the rooms The contacts for the start / stop of the cooling integration (2) and dehumidification (3)
8 9
of a residential building. This particular system is a combined system; it combines the are activated by the binary output EK-FE1-TP (C). Cooling integration is activated when
ceiling radiant panels with one or more units for energy recovery ventilation (ERV), the temperature measured by the room thermostat (E) exceeds the setpoint value by
whose basic function is the renewal of the room air with high efficiency heat recovery. a predefined offset value (for example: 1.5 °C). Dehumidification is activated when the 10

In this case, moreover, they are complete machines for the air handling of the rooms, relative humidity measured by the room thermostat (E) exceeds the threshold value
able to support the operation of the system in summer cooling, also performing the predefined in the system design (for example: 50%).
7
functions of dehumidification (with reduction of the cooling latent load) and handling of A sensor (10) to detect the formation of condensation during cooling operation can be
part of the sensible cooling load. connected to the room thermostat (E). This optimization makes it possible to increase
Usually these machines do not serve a single room, but several rooms or an area of the operational safety of the system, closing the circuits involved by means of the
11
a building. In the residential sector, for example, it is common to use one machine for zone valve (8) if the thermohygrometric conditions should cause the beginning of
the living zone and a second one for the night zone. The installation is typically made condensation on the cooled surfaces.
in a central position with respect to the served zone, for example recessed in the false The optional delégo supervision (not shown in the diagram) allows you to monitor and
ceiling in the hallway or in the corridor. control the entire home automation system through an App for smartphones.
Radiant heating
and cooling

14

Focus on the EK-EQ2-TP thermostat for each room or zone, adding to the function of controller for heating and cooling the 12 13
The ekinex® room thermostat EK-EQ2-TP (E) allows the measurement of the possibility to effectively control the dehumidification and humidification of the rooms.
15
temperature and relative humidity of the room air mass by means of integrated sensors The display also allows you to view a series of information such as:
with the possibility of sending values on the KNX bus. The relative humidity measurement - temperature (measured and setpoint in °C o °F); Boiler room

significantly expands the room air conditioning functions and increases the comfort and - relative humidity (measured and setpoint in %);
safety of the room. Thanks to the calculation of the dew temperature, it is possible to - CO2 concentration (received by the KNX bus in ‰);
carry out active strategies to protect against the formation of condensation when using - perceived temperature (calcolated according to the Humidex index in °C);
radiant panel systems for summer cooling. In combination with the ekinex® actuators- - outdoor temperature (received by the KNX bus or a NTC sensor in °C o °F). Ekinex devices Other system components
controllers for HVAC functions, the device allows a complete independent climatization
A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) Energy recovery ventilation (ERV) unit with dehumidification and cooling integration
B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) Contact for dehumidification start / stop
Using configurable inputs C) Binary output EK-FE1-TP 3) Contact for cooling integration start / stop
Input configuration Predefined applications
Thanks to the two configurable inputs of the device, D) Actuator-controller for electrothermal drives EK-HE1-TP 4) Valve with ON / OFF servomotor

the thermostat allows additional functions to be window contact E) Room thermostat EK-EQ2-TP 5) Seasonal valve with ON / OFF servomotor (towel warmer)

Digital [DI] card holder contact F) NTC temperature sensor (air) EK-STL-10K-3435 6) Towel warmer
carried out that can increase comfort and energy
7) Circolating pump
saving, without the need for additional input bus condensation sensor
8) Zone valve (ceiling radiant system) with ON / OFF servomotor
devices. If configured as analogue, to the input is heat exchange battery temperature sensor 9) Distribution manifold for radiant ceiling circuits
only allowed the connection of a NTC temperature room temperature sensor 10) Condensation sensor
sensor with characteristic resistance value 10 kΩ at 11) Ceiling radiant system panels (series)
stratification temperature sensor
25°C, ß = 3435 (ekinex ® codes EK-STx-10K-3435 Analogue [AI] 12) Thermal generator (warm fluid)
NTC sensor floor surface temperature sensor
with x = E, I, C, L). 13) Thermal generator (cold fluid)
Potential-free outside temperature sensor 14) Boiler room manifold (flow)
contact
NTC generic temperature sensor 15) Boiler room manifold (return)

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Example
Ceiling radiant system in functional building
The ceiling radiant panel system is widely used in offices and, more generally, in large Control with ekinex B
functional buildings such as hospitals, shopping malls, schools, universities, airports or The room air temperature is controlled in each zone or room by means of an EK-ET2-TP
stations. (F) multisensor in combination with the EK-HE1-TP actuator-controller (C) that controls A
In these cases, the suspended ceiling is made up of metal panels (7) that can be the servomotors of the zone valves that regulate the flow of hot or cold heat transfer
inspected completely similar to those usually used in these buildings, but with hydronic fluid to the series of radiant panels. Thanks to the relative humidity measurement, the D E F H E F
G G
circuits applied to the upper part and possibly an insulating layer towards the plenum. multisensor (F) is also able to calculate the dew temperature and send it via bus to
zone 1 zone 2
The hydronic circuits consist of metal or plastic pipes and metal thermal diffusers that higher level systems (BMS) through appropriate gateways.
exchange heat between the pipes and the metal surface of the false ceiling. Where necessary, the multisensor (F) can receive a measured temperature value
The series of radiant panels are powered by distribution manifolds installed above the from an ekinex® pushbutton (E), normally used to control other bus functions such as 1
circuits served. The system is invisible and uses the entire surface of the ceiling as a lighting or shading, to control with a weighted temperature value. This can typically be 3 4 5
large terminal for the heat exchange (prevailing as radiation). As in the case of the floor done in large or high rooms, where the temperature value measured by the multisensor
6
system, the ceiling radiant panels only handle the sensible heat loads; in general, the is not fully significant of the general temperature conditions in the room.
2
ceiling solution offers a higher yield in cooling. The input interface EK-CD2-TP (H) provides for the acquisition of signals from
3 4
condensation sensors (5) and window contacts (6). The condensation sensor (5) is 7
The ceiling radiant system shown in the example is used for heating and cooling the installed in contact with the first heat exchange element served by the hydronic circuits
rooms of a functional building. The distribution is made with a 4-pipe system that make in order to timely detect the possible formation of condensation when the cooling
available both fluids at the same time to heat or cool the room. This type of distribution mode is active and let the actuator-controller (C) close the zone valve (4), bringing
can be advantageous when it is expected that the thermal loads can vary greatly during the system to safety. zone 2
C 1
the same day or depending on the different exposures of the building. To reduce energy consumption, the operating mode can be automatically switched
In this application, the air renewal and dehumidification functions are performed by a when detecting the absence of people within the zone using the EK-Dx2-TP presence 3 4 5
system with air centrally treated by an air handling unit and distributed in the rooms by sensor (G), recalling temperature attenuations of an opposite sign in the heating and
6
means of ducted systems and diffusers. As an alternative to the diffusers, and in the cooling conduction modes. 2
absence of insulation towards the plenum, the microperforation present on the metal 3 4
panels can be used for the diffusion of renewal and dehumidified air in the rooms. 7

Low-temperature
distribution zone 1

Focus on the EK-ET2-TP multisensor

The ekinex® EK-ET2-TP multisensor (F) is a complete device for controlling room air In special cases (large or high rooms, in the presence of strong asymmetry in the
conditioning that combines many functions usually distributed among several sensors temperature distribution or when the device is installed in an unsuitable position),
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and different controllers. The device measures temperature, relative humidity and air the room air temperature can be controlled by using a weighted average between
quality (parameter: equivalent CO2 concentration in ppm) using the integrated sensors, two temperature values: the first measured by the integrated sensor and the second
with the possibility of sending values to the KNX bus, and can also act as a controller for received by the KNX bus. Two independent thresholds for relative humidity and three
each of the measured parameters. With a single compact device it is therefore possible thresholds for CO2 concentration can be configured. To implement automation logic, Boiler room
to control both the thermohygrometric conditions and the quality of the room air mass. combinatorial functions such as AND, OR, NOT and exclusive OR are available; thanks
to these functions, it is possible to use the information available on the home automation
system to control air renewal according to the actual need (DCV or Demand Controlled
Ventilation).

LEDs
No. Colour Information
The eight integrated LEDs (with light
1 white heating mode active Ekinex devices Other system components
guide), positioned on the sides of
1 5 A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) Distribution manifold for low temperature circuits (flow)
the front cover, can be configured to 2 blue cooling mode active
B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) Distribution manifold for low temperature circuits (return)
indicate the active operating mode of the 2 6 3 blue dehumidification function active C) Actuator-controller for electrothermal drives EK-HE1-TP 3) Valve with ON / OFF servomotor (warm fluid)
heating system (heating or cooling), the 4 green humidification function active D) Touch&See display EK-EC2-TP 4) Valve with ON / OFF servomotor (cold fluid)
concentration of CO2 (equivalent) and 3 7 5 red CO2 concentration > threshold 3 E) 4-fold pushbutton (8 functions) EK-E12-TP 5) Condensation sensor
the activation of the dehumidification or F) Multisensor EK-ET2-TP 6) Window contact
6 blue CO2 concentration between thresholds 2 and 3
humidification function. 4 8 G) Presence sensor EK-Dx2-TP 7) Ceiling radiant panels (series)
7 blue CO2 concentration between thresholds 1 and 2 H) Universal interface EK-CD2-TP 8) Thermal generator (warm fluid)
8 blue CO2 concentration < threshold 1 9) Thermal generator (cold fluid)

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Air renewal with energy recovery ventilation units Air renewal with VAV boxes
The high level of insulation and the high-performance windows and doors used in new Demand controlled ventilation The VAV (Variable Air Volume) systems are designed for room ventilation according The signal of a window contact (5), detected by an input interface EK-CC2-TP (E), allows
buildings or in buildings that have undergone major renovation to meet the energy Thanks to the many environmental parameters made available by the ekinex® home to the actual needs, having inside the appropriate boxes (2) motorized dampers (1) to temporarily deactivate the ventilation so as not to waste unnecessarily energy; the
efficiency requirements of Directive 91/2002/EC (and subsequent national laws) automation system, it is possible to carry out ventilation control according to the actual that act as a regulator of the fresh air flow. In combination with the home automation reactivation takes place automatically when the window is closed.
have greatly reduced heat losses to the outside and, at the same time, have in many need for air renewal (a strategy known as DCV or Demand Controlled Ventilation). This sensors installed in the room, the system guarantees high energy efficiency, since the
cases made it necessary to use energy recovery ventilation (ERV) units for air renewal. allows to constantly adjust the air flow rate to be introduced into the rooms to the room can be ventilated according to one or more parameters measured in the room. Control based on CO2 or VOC values
The manual control of these units alone is inadequate to ensure energy efficiency in real needs with the aim of maintaining a constantly high air quality, while minimizing The use of an EK-TM1-TP time digital switch (A), possibly with optional GPS module The choice of the control parameter depends mainly on the intended use of the rooms.
their operation and even a simple time scheduling is not fully satisfactory. As pointed the energy consumption. Air quality can typically be controlled by measuring the CO2 (B), allows not only to define the operating time scheduling for the ventilation system Where the variability in the occupancy rate is very high or unpredictable (such as
out by EU Regulations no. 1253 and 1254 of 2014, for these ventilation units it is concentration. With this kind of control, energy savings are twofold: the operating time according to the expected occupation of the building, but also advanced functions like, in meeting rooms, classrooms or small commercial environments) CO2 is the most
necessary to use an “environmental” control by measuring one or more parameters to of the fan units is reduced and the flow rate of fresh air to be handled, before release for example, the activation of a washing cycle of the room air before the beginning of used indicator because its concentration is directly related to human activity and,
automatically adjust the flow of fresh air to be introduced into the rooms. into the rooms, through heating, cooling, humidification and dehumidification processes. working hours. in particular, to breathing. Although CO2 is not harmful to human health (except in
The use of a presence sensor EK-Dx2-TP (D) is indicated when you want to make very high concentrations, which are difficult to achieve), it has a direct impact on the
Control with ekinex an automatic control of simplified type with opening of the damper of the VAV box in concentration capacity and productivity of the occupants. When the number of people
The EK-ET2-TP multisensor (C) measures three environmental parameters that are conditions of occupied room and setting the minimum flow rate to save energy when in the room is predictable and limited, the detection of volatile organic compounds (or
representative of the ventilation requirement: the main one is the air quality (as CO2 the room is not occupied. Higher efficiency is achieved by using a multisensor EK-ET2- VOC), a set of organic chemicals continuously emitted from furniture, paints, cleaning
concentration in ppm), together with the relative humidity (in %) and the temperature TP (C) that can adjust the flow rate of incoming air according to the measurement of solvents, adhesives or other synthetic materials due to their high volatility, may be more
Ventilation General consensus
(in °C). Other useful environmental parameters are the detection of the presence or system (EK-TM1-TP) air quality and the predefined thresholds. significant.
movement of people inside the rooms by means of the EK-Dx2-TP sensor (D) or
Temperature Air quality Relative Presence Manual Other
signals due to the activation of other home automation functions, such as lighting (EK-ET2-TP) (EK-ET2-TP) humidity of people control
(EK-ET2-TP) (EK-Dx2-TP) (EK-E12-TP)
switching by means of the EK-E12-TP pushbutton (E). Example
The EK-TM1-TP (A) digital time / astronomical switch (A) also provides start / stop Additional information from ekinex KNX devices
command for the ventilation system according to predefined time scheduling and is (communicating real needs)

constantly synchronised with the date and time by the GPS module (optional) EK-
Air extraction
GPS-1 (B).
B
EK-TM1-TP
Digital time / Astronomical switch
A

Example 1 M E

7 4 2

B
D 5
EK-TM1-TP
Digital time / Astronomical switch

Air supply
C E 1
A Domotic system (environmental parameters)
C
5
3 2 1 4 6 M 1
4 5
2

4 6
6 7 3

Ekinex devices Other system components Ekinex devices Other system components
A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) Energy recovering ventilation (ERV) unit A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) KNX servomotor for dumper (not delivered by ekinex)
B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) Control board of ventilation unit (“motherboard”) B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) VAV (Variable Air Volume) box
C) Multisensor EK-ET2-TP 3) KNX interface board (not delivered by ekinex) C) Multisensor EK-ET2-TP 3) Air supply outlet
D) Presence sensor EK-Dx2-TP 4) Stale air (from inside) D) Presence sensor EK-Dx2-TP 4) Air extraction outlet
E) 4-fold pushbutton (8 functions) EK-E12-TP 5) Fresh air (from outside) E) Universal interface EK-CC2-TP 5) Window contact
6) Pre-heated air (to inside)
7) Exhaust air (to outside)

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Interfacing VRF systems Consumption monitoring

Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems are used in the summer and winter air Among the controls* that the gateway (G) provides on the KNX side are for example: An increasing number of initiatives at European and national level require the provision in buildings with central heating generation (or served by a district heating network) of
conditioning of buildings and in the production of domestic hot water. They are based on - on / off to end-users of timely and detailed information on the consumption of the building. This individual heat meters or allocators.
the expansion of the refrigerant fluid that passes through the heat exchange terminals - mode (Cool, Heat, Auto, Fan) corresponds to the need to make end-users more aware of their own behaviour and to Directive 2018/2002/EU finally requires that from 2020 new heat meters and
(indoor units); in this way the transformations of the fluid (evaporation in cooling and - fan speed start a virtuous process to reduce waste of resources in buildings. The driving principle allocators must be readable remotely. By January 10, 2027, existing heat meters
condensation in heating) take place directly in the room through the exchange coils. - temperature setpoint of EU initiatives is that energy efficiency should be considered as a real energy source; and allocators that do not have remote reading capability must also be equipped or
- feedback of room temperature in other words, increased energy efficiency and better demand management should be replaced with devices that can be read remotely. To this purpose, it is advantageous to
Control with ekinex - error code put on the same level of generation capacity. exploit the infrastructure of the home automation system, where present, not only for
VRF systems generally have their own bus system for communication between the As far as the thermal energy is concerned, the metering of consumption and possible its many possibilities of monitoring and visualization, but also for its ability to control in
various devices making up them; thanks to the EK-BQ1-TP gateway (G) it is possible The device supports systems of the following manufacturers: Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, local production with solar systems is particularly important, given that in residential real time and adjust on all system functions that may cause energy waste.
to interface ekinex control devices, such as EK-TM1-TP (A) time / astronomic digital Toshiba, Panasonic, Sanyo, Hitachi, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, LG, Samsung, and buildings the room heating and the production of domestic hot water account on The so-called “Ecobonus domotica”, originally introduced with Italian Law no. 208 of
switches, EK-EQ2-TP (C) or EK-E72-TP (D) room thermostats, EK-ET2-TP (E) Gree. average for about 80% of the final consumption of energy; to this must be added the 2015 and confirmed by the following budget laws, also goes in the same direction. It
multisensors or EK-Dx2-TP (F) presence sensors, to the communication bus dedicated *) Some control options may be restricted by manufacturers. consumption of energy for summer air conditioning. allows for a 65% tax deduction for those home automation solutions that increase the
to air conditioning systems realised with VRF and split heat exchange terminals. Directive 2006/32/EC initially identified the widespread use of smart metering systems efficiency of the heating system and inform end-users of their energy consumption.
as a key action to improve energy efficiency. Directive 2012/27/EU also required that
end customers of electricity, natural gas, district heating and cooling and hot water for
domestic use receive individual meters of actual consumption; its transposition in Italy
with Legislative Decree no. 102 of 2014 has led to the installation by the end of 2016

Example Example

VRF external units

1

EK-ME1-06T
EK-MC1-TP

bus
R
EK-BC1-TP
IP router 10
B A PROG B C
status

traffic
IP TP

A
1 POWER

STATUS
GA

function
PA

EK-TM1-TP
Digital time / Astronomical switch

F
C D E
IP
11
Domotic system
4 9
G

E
12
Auxiliary ETHERNET

Failure
Area
delégo supervision system
C
Line
KNX
Dev.

devices
M-Bus
8...24 Vac

VRF communication bus Device state

EK-BM1-TP-160
M-Bus Master
/ KNX TP Converter 160 Dev.
M-BUS
+
1
-
12...35 Vdc
POWER S.
+V
4
0V
3 2

(electrically bus KNX

powered)
8 kWh

2 2
6
2
kWh
kWh 3

13

l 7
5

VRF internal units

Boiler room

Ekinex devices Other system components

A) Touch&See display EK-EC2-TP 1) Solar panels

Ekinex devices Other system components B) Energy meter with EK-MC1-TP communication module 2) Heat meter (solar system)

A) Time / astronomical digital switch EK-TM1-TP 1) Outdoor units (VRF system) C) KNX / M-Bus gateway EK-BM1-TP-... 3) Hot water storage tank

B) GPS module EK-GPS-1 2) Indoor units (VRF system) D) KNX / IP router EK-BC1-TP 4) Sanitary hot water circuit

C) Room thermostat EK-E12-TP E) delègo server EK-DEL-SWO 5) Water supply from aqueduct

D) Room thermostat EK-EP2-TP 6) Boiler room heat meter (hot sanitary water)

E) Multisensor EK-ET2-TP 7) Thermal generator

F) Presence sensor EK-Dx2-TP 8) Boiler room heat meter (heating)

G) CoolMasterNet gateway EK-BQ1-TP 9) Heating circuit

10) Access point LAN Wi-Fi
11) Switch
12) Smartphone with App delégo (Apple iOS or Android)
13) Water meter 31
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delégo supervision system Control with home speaker / voice assistants

ekinex® delégo is a supervision system that allows the control and supervision of all the The delégo server is marketed with a special hardware key (dongle). There are 3
The EK-BV1-TP interface allows the ekinex system to interact with home speakers
functions of the home automation system through smartphones equipped with Apple license levels available:
with voice assistants offered by Amazon, Apple and Google. The interface is currently
iOS or Android operating systems. The system is equipped with an App that allows you - Basic
compatible with the following categories of KNX accessories
to interface with the server previously configured. From the main menu, the user can Includes lighting, climate, blinds and scenes functions.
- light - contact sensor
choose whether to navigate the controls by areas or by services. The interface is simple - Advanced
- thermostat - leakage sensor
and intuitive and each of the configured areas can be customized through an image Includes the functions of the Basic license with the addition of security functions,
- shutter - movement sensor
inserted in the web configurator during commissioning. In addition to room climate IP and audio-video cameras (remote controls).
- switch - smoke sensor
control, the delégo App allows you to monitor and control lighting, shading, scenarios, - Premium
- fan - temperature sensor
the emulation of IR remote controls for audio / video equipment and the integration of Includes the Advanced license functions with the addition of page functions
- controlled socket
cameras and security. Use can be from anywhere in the building reached by the wi-fi tables and monitoring of consumption.
network or remotely via a web connection.
In combination with the interface, Amazon, Apple and Google Apps also allow you to
The system hardware consists of a dedicated platform (Linux embedded PC) with an
use your smartphone as an alternative to home speakers for complete control of the
Ethernet port through which you can connect to your local area network (LAN) and a
ekinex system and to extend its capabilities.
USB dongle on which the activation system is installed. KNX devices are connected to
the network via the IP interface or the ekinex® IP router.

System architecture System architecture

INTERNET delégo server Access point LAN Wi-Fi

Modem Router

Firewall
Switch

Dedicated
Door videophone cloud
Devices configured
as HUB Apple Home
OR

IR gateway - +
12-24 DC

IP / KNX RESET

interface STATUS LED

Interface for
voice assistants

KNX security
central unit 9
3A 3B 4A

10 11
4B

12 13
L

14 15
N N

16
C
11
V1
12
V2
13
V3
14 15
DO1
16 17
DO2
18 Connection
1
1A 1B

2 3
2A 2B

4 5
L

6 7
N N

8
IN1
4
IN2
3 6
IN3
5 8 9
0-10V
+ -
7 10
internet-based
2 3
DO11

Bus power
DO2
supply
EK-HC1-TP
Fan-coil actuator/controller
Connection based
Touch-screen Area
Area
Line
230Vac-50/60Hz
on local network
display Line

Dev.
Dev. L N

Domotic system bus KNX bus KNX 1 2

Actuator

HVAC actuator

P hb
Pushbutton
M-Bus / KNX
gateway KNX interface for voice assistants
Device for controlling KNX systems with applications and voice assistants
from Apple, Google and Amazon. Integrated interface for the KNX bus
M-Bus
heat meter system and Ethernet port for configuration via internet browser. Reset
Power
ower meter wwith
KNX interface
button and LED for status indication. Panel mounting on DIN rail EN
M-Bus
60715 (2 MU). Auxiliary power supply (12/24 V AC/DC) required.

Cold water
M-Bus meter
PN 16 30°C
H-V Qn 1,5
Hot water
M-Bus meter
PN 16
H-V
90°C
Qn 1,5
M-Bus cold
Art.-No.
water meter
M-Bus warm
water meter EK-BV1-TP

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Indoor environmental quality (IEQ) Thermo-hygrometric comfort

The legislative and standard framework for building design has evolved profoundly since In 2008, the IEQ concepts were recognised with the publication of EN 15251 standard, Climatic comfort is a complex concept, since it depends on a large number of variables, 100
the early 2000s. The European Union has drawn attention to the fact that buildings are which was replaced in 2019 by EN 16798-1 standard. both objective and subjective; moreover, the conditions within confined spaces are too humid
responsible for 40% of final energy consumption - and 75% of them are still energy subject to transients and the occupants themselves, aware or not, can implement 90
inefficient - requiring Member States to make a major recovery of efficiency through References adaptive behaviours.
mandatory transposition directives. On the other hand, this action must not decrease EN 16798-1:2019 Energy performance of buildings. Ventilation for buildings. Indoor In terms of thermo-hygrometric comfort, the two main parameters to be controlled are 80
the comfort and well-being of the end-users of buildings, also considering the high environmental input parameters for design and assessment of energy performance of the temperature and relative humidity of the air; during the design of the HVAC system,
proportion of time spent indoors. The concept of Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) buildings addressing indoor air quality, thermal environment, lighting and acoustics - desired values are defined, which are then taken as a setpoint values by the control 70

Relative humidity [%]

has therefore been affirmed, underlining the importance of ensuring high environmental Module M1-6 and regulation devices.
60
quality within confined spaces, together with the recovery of energy efficiency. Actually, there are several combinations of temperature and relative humidity resulting
This is a comprehensive approach in four dimensions: in a comfortable climate defining a “comfort zone” that may be represented in a comfortable
50
- thermo-hygrometric comfort; diagram. Some home automation devices allow this zone to be defined by means of
- air quality; five parameters (minimum and maximum temperature, minimum and maximum relative
Thermo-hygrometric 40

Indoor climatic
Application field of domotic

comfort (ICQ)
comfort

and building automation

- visual comfort; humidity and absolute humidity), informing system supervision when the combination

Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ)

- acoustic comfort. Air of measured values is outside the comfort zone. 30
quality medium
The EN ISO 7730 standard offers the design tools to assess not only the overall
comfortable
The first two dimensions are representative of the Indoor Climate Quality (ICQ) and are comfort experienced by occupants of moderate thermal environments using the PMV 20
directly influenced by the heating, cooling, dehumidification, air renewal and ventilation Visual (Predicted Mean Vote) and PPD (Predicted Percentage of Dissatisfied) indexes, but also
comfort
systems and by the functions carried out by the building automation and control system. any local discomfort using four indexes that consider respectively the air currents, the 10
vertical air temperature gradient, the temperature, the floor temperature and the radiant too dry
Acoustic asymmetry. 0
comfort 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28

References Air temperature [°C]

EN ISO 7730:2005 Ergonomics of the thermal environment - Analytical determination
and interpretation of thermal comfort using calculation of the PMV and PPD indices and
local thermal comfort criteria

Air quality
There are many parameters that influence indoor climate quality (ICQ); as a first When we talk about air quality, we generally think of the outdoor air, due to polluting If exposure to pollutants becomes very prolonged over time, the problem is no longer
approximation, they can be grouped into three categories. and climate-altering emissions caused by production activities, vehicle traffic or winter just the well-being in confined spaces, but can also seriously affect people’s health. It
Temperature
- Temperature and relative humidity mainly concern the thermo-hygrometric comfort heating of buildings. But today we are aware that problems of poor air quality can arise is therefore clear why it is important to take all the necessary precautions to ensure
Comfort
and the well-being felt by the end-users of a building. In moderate thermal rooms these Relative even indoors, due to pollutants from both inside and outside the building and by the high air quality.
humidity
parameters do not have an impact on human health. increase in the concentration of CO2 produced by human presence. Several studies show that adequate ventilation in the workplace leads to higher
- CO2 is mostly produced by breathing people and animals, but it is only harmful above This is not to be underestimated, since in Europe, on average, more than 90% of one’s productivity and fewer absences for health reasons. In school environments, high air
very high concentrations that are usually not reached inside buildings. However, a high time is spent indoors: in Italy, for example, 55% in the home, 33% in the workplace, quality helps students to concentrate, while in commercial buildings it makes shopping
concentration of CO2 in confined spaces negatively affects people’s productivity and Presence CO2 4% in other environments, while only a residual percentage of time is spent outdoors. time more enjoyable. On the other hand, the room ventilation means an energy cost that
cognitive abilities; this parameter is often used as a reference for evaluating the quality In addition, 10 to 20 m³ of air are inhaled every day, depending on age and activity: can become relevant. The control of air renewal by the home automation system makes
of the room air mass. SO2, O3, Nox, CO this corresponds to an air mass that varies between 12 and 24 kg, much greater than it possible to reach the best compromise between high air quality and high energy
- The actual pollutants can instead have consequences on human health; the extent that of food and drinking water consumed every day. efficiency. Using home automation for this purpose also means reducing the number of
External Particulates, VOC
varies and ranges from simple olfactory stress and headaches, through biological In this case we are talking about air quality in confined spaces (IAQ, or Indoor Air sensors to be installed and making multifunctional use of the devices and signal wiring
effects such as irritation and allergic reactions, to serious diseases in case of very Inorganic
Quality), a topic that has come back in recent years when we began to build and already provided in the building for other functions, such as air conditioning, lighting
powders
prolonged exposure. Pollutants can be divided into two categories according to their renovate buildings in accordance with the provisions of the law following the directive or shading control.
Pollutants
origin: internal or external. Due to the inevitable exchange of air between outside and Volatile Organic Burning on energy performance in buildings (2002/91/EC). With the aim of minimising heat
Compound (VOC) products
inside, external pollutants are generally also detectable inside. Indoor pollutants are loss to the outside, buildings are now strongly insulated and fitted with sealed doors
numerous and heterogeneous, but particular attention should be paid to Volatile Organic Internal Microbial CO and CO2 and windows; this increases energy efficiency, but still makes them airtight. In these
agents
Compounds (VOCs) and airborne dust (PM or Particulate Matter). Many synthetic conditions, air renewal by manual opening of windows alone is inadequate and people
substances introduced on the market in recent decades belong to the VOC class and Organic
powders
Artificial
glass fibres
are exposed to the risks of increased concentration of slowly but constantly emitted
for most of these there is still not enough information to determine their hazardousness. pollutants from the synthetic products used in the construction sector and from the
Radon consumer products present in all buildings.

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Building automation and European directives Energy classification of radiant systems (UNI / TR 11619)
In recent years, the interest in building control and automation systems has considerably by adapting its energy consumption using, for example, available renewable sources. In In 2016, the CTI (Italian Thermotechnical Committee) published the technical report UNI ηrg represents the control efficiency and is directly influenced by the design choices
increased: now they are considered by directives and standards as a fundamental addition, the building must adapt its operation to the needs of end-users, ensuring ease TR 11619, which defines the normative references and the calculation methodology (such as the independent control for zones or single rooms, the climatic compensation
element to achieve the ambitious energy efficiency objectives of the European Union, of use, the thermo-hygrothermal comfort of the interior and the ability to communicate for determining the energy efficiency index of radiant systems for heating and cooling function) and by the configuration of the devices (ON / OFF or PI proportional-integral
while maintaining a high level of comfort in all situations. data on energy consumption. with low temperature difference, in the floor, wall and ceiling versions in compliance control). Depending on the value of the index, the radiant system can be placed in 5
The energy efficiency and performance of buildings has been a focus of attention for The Directive also recognises that building automation and monitoring is a cost-effective with the EN 1264 standard, combined with strategies for regulating, balancing and classes, from AAA (> 0.98) to D (< 0.88).
designers, builders and end-users since 2002, when Directive 2002/91/EC on the alternative to technical inspections, particularly in large non-residential buildings and controlling the circulation pumps.
energy performance of buildings was published. The second revision of this Directive condominiums. Simulations (source: UNI / TR 11619)
(2018/844/EU) aims at spreading intelligent technologies as much as possible inside The way in which certain articles of Directive 2018/844/EU are implemented has The index defined by the technical report considers the performance of:
Control Description ηrg
buildings. This latest version is therefore particularly important for the sector of home been described in more detail in the recommendations subsequently drawn up by the - emission of the radiant system (ηe)
automation and building automation, as it actively promotes the widespread use of European Commission, which serve to support Member States in preparing national - thermoregulation of the ambient air and the heat transfer fluid (ηrg) Thermostat in living room, setpoint temperature: 20°C ± 1°C. Fixed
Only zone
flow temperature equal to the design temperature determined in the 0,848
these systems. The directive requires that non-residential buildings with heating (or transposition measures. The recommendations definitively recognise that the use - balancing of circuits (ηbal) ON / OFF
most disadvantaged room.
heating and ventilation combined) systems with an effective rated output of more of intelligent systems in buildings is essential to achieve the targets set for energy - circolating pumps (ηcirc)
(intermediate da 0,862 a
than 290 kW must be equipped with automation and control systems by 2025, while efficiency by 2030 and decarbonisation of the building stock by 2050. ...
situations) 0,916
for residential buildings there is a requirement for continuous electronic monitoring RSEE index
A thermostat in each room (living room, bedrooms, bathroom),
to measure the efficiency of the systems and inform owners (or administrators) if References The energy efficiency index, called RSEE (Radiant System Energy Efficiency), is setpoint temperature: 20°C. The digital electronic control unit
For single room,
significant efficiency drops or need for maintenance occur. To these must be added Directive 2018/844 amending Directive 2010/31/EU on the energy performance of expressed as a product of the yields of the various systems and components of the PID controller
controls the electrothermal actuators located on the manifold 0,987
valves and the three-way mixing valve. The control unit receives the
effective control capabilities to optimize power generation, distribution, storage and buildings and Directive 2012/27/EU on energy efficiency system: temperature data from all the zones in the room..
consumption. Recommendation 2019/786 on the renovation of buildings
The Directive also introduces the Smart Readiness Indicator (SRI), which provides Recommendation 2019/1019 on the modernisation of buildings RSEE = ηe ∙ ηrg ∙ ηbal ∙ ηcirc Ideal situation Maintain an internal temperature of 20°C in all rooms.. 1,00
summary information on the intelligence of the building to all interested parties: end-
users, designers, builders, investors, operators and service providers. The indicator The overall efficiency of a system can vary considerably: the most significant factor
summarises the ability of the building to maintain energy efficiency and its functioning is the choice of temperature control devices (the values vary from 0.91 to 0.99).

Energy classification of buildings (EN 15232) Sustainability certification

Buildings constructed or renovated in accordance with Class A: includes buildings with high energy performance, equipped with control and As time goes by, more and more projects of buildings are submitted to sustainability In order to better define the concept of sustainability with reference to the construction
A the latest legal requirements offer considerable potential automation systems (BACS) and technical plant management (TBM) characterized by certification. The concept of “sustainability”, which is now common in many sectors, sector, the ISO 15392 standard was also published in 2008, which sets out sustainability
for increasing energy efficiency, but to fully exploit this high levels of accuracy and completeness of automatic control. was defined in the “Our Common Future” report (known also as Brundtland Report) objectives and general principles. The standard defines sustainability as “the condition
B
potential it is necessary to optimise the operation of the Class B: this includes energy advanced buildings, with control and automation systems published in 1987 by the World Commission on Environment and Development. in which the components of the ecosystem and their functions are maintained for the
C various technical systems. Building automation systems (BACS) and technical plant management systems (TBM) that allow centralised control. Sustainable development is a process that ensures “that the needs of the present present and future generations”. To complete ISO 15392, the technical specification
provide for this; the control functions of the heating Class C: includes standard buildings from the energy point of view, equipped with control generation are met without compromising the ability of future generations to meet ISO/TS 12720 has been published, which provides guidelines for its application. In
D system are a fundamental part of it. According to the EN and automation systems (BACS) with basic functionality. It is also the class used as a their own needs”. In this sense, sustainability must ensure compatibility between addition, ISO 21931-1 identifies and describes the factors to be considered when
15232 standard, during the design phase it is possible reference for calculating efficiency factors. development and environmental protection. assessing the environmental performance of new or existing buildings in the design,
to evaluate the energy savings obtained by adopting increasing levels of automation and to Class D: includes buildings that are not energy efficient and have only traditional technical Buildings are major consumers of resources and therefore this principle also applies construction, operation, maintenance, renovation and decommissioning phases.
place the building in one of the four energy efficiency classes defined: from A (more efficient) systems, without any automation. to them; for this reason, certification schemes have been developed over the years to
to D (less efficient). The functions of HVAC systems contribute significantly to energy certify their sustainability. Building projects that are subject to sustainability certification References
efficiency: heating, cooling, ventilation, humidification, dehumidification and production of The Italian Interministerial Decree of 26 June 2015 (“Minimum Requirements” decree) can receive points in different categories: in the case of LEED* (Leadership in Energy ISO 15392:2008 Sustainability in building construction - General principles
hot water for sanitary use. prescribes for non-residential buildings a minimum level of automation corresponding and Environmental Design), for example, they include location and transport, site, water ISO/TS 12720:2014 Sustainability in buildings and civil engineering works - Guidelines
This European Standard specifies also: to Class B for the control, regulation and management of building and heating system efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental on the application of the general principles in ISO 15392
• a structured list of control, building automation and technical building management technologies (BACS). quality, innovation and more. Based on the number of credits obtained, a project ISO 21931-1:2010 Sustainability in building construction - Framework for methods of
functions which contribute to the energy performance of buildings; functions have obtains one of the levels of assessment provided for in the certification scheme. assessment of the environmental performance of construction works - Part 1: Buildings.
been categorized and structured according to building disciplines and so called References Building automation plays a very important role in achieving sustainability certification.
Building automation and control (BAC); EN 15232-1:2017 Energy Performance of Buildings - Energy performance of The use of the KNX system can contribute to obtaining up to 54 credits** out of a
• a method to define minimum requirements or any specification regarding the buildings - Part 1: Impact of Building Automation, Controls and Building Management maximum of 110 provided for by LEED certification. 80% of the credits to which KNX
control, building automation and technical building management functions contributing Interministerial Decree of 26 June 2015 - Adaptation of national guidelines for the contributes relate to three LEED categories: water efficiency, energy and atmosphere,
to energy efficiency of a building to be implemented in building of different energy certification of buildings (Italy) and indoor environmental quality.
complexities; *) Developed by U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
**) KNX for LEED, 2013, Jesús Arias García, Miguel Ángel Jiménez Ibiricu, KNX Association cvba (Bruxelles)
• a factor based method to get a first estimation of the effect of these functions on
typical buildings types and use profiles;
• detailed methods to assess the effect of these functions on a given building.
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