MANUAL – SERVICE + INSTALLATION

BACnet Flow Controller for Fan Filter Units

BFC Series

v500 – Issue Date: 06/29/2022

© 2022 Price Industries Limited. All rights reserved.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Overview Networking & Setup
General Information........................................................ 1 BACnet Wiring............................................................. 12
Installation & Mounting Instructions Termination.................................................................. 12
Typical Wiring................................................................. 2 Electrical Noise............................................................. 12
Input/Output Description................................................ 2 Network Wire Specifications......................................... 13
Display Navigation BACnet Service Menu.................................................. 14
Initial Startup.................................................................. 3 BACnet Networking and Setup.................................... 15
Main Menu..................................................................... 4 Setting the Device Instance (Coupled MAC and DI)...... 16
Service Menu................................................................. 5 Setting the Device Instance (De-coupled MAC and DI).17
Service Menu – Fan........................................................ 6 Network Layout............................................................ 18
Service Menu – Filter...................................................... 7 Package/Component Identification............................... 20
Service Menu – I/O......................................................... 8 Location....................................................................... 21
Service Menu – BACnet................................................. 9 Mounting...................................................................... 22
Service Menu – Diagnostics........................................... 9 BAS Input Signal.......................................................... 23
Filter Calibration Analog RPM Feedback................................................ 24
Filter Calibration using BFC Interface............................ 10 Wiring and Cables........................................................ 25
Filter Calibration over BACnet....................................... 11 Maintenance
Troubleshooting............................................................ 26
Specifications............................................................... 27
BACnet points list for BFC firmware v3.1.0................... 28
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
General Information
The BACnet Flow Controller (BFC) is a DDC fan controller designed specifically for controlling flow through Fan Filter Units (FFU)
with EC motor technology. The BFC controls an EC motor through a local setpoint which is adjustable using a push button
interface on the BFC, by an analog BAS input voltage, or over BACnet.
In addition to fan control, the BFC can monitor filter pressure drop, filter loading, signal for filter changes, monitor the motor and
filter lifetime in hours, as well as report airflow and air temperature over the filter. This information can be viewed from the LCD
screen on the front of the BFC controller, or over BACnet on a building management system.
NOTE: This manual only covers the BFC controller. For troubleshooting an ECM motor, please visit http://www.priceindustries.com
and download the ECM Motor Troubleshooting Manual.

FRONT OF BFC CONTROLLER

1 Service Port RJ12 Jack

2 BACnet Connection RJ45
4
3 Jacks
3 Up and Down arrow
buttons for navigation

2 4 Menu button for info

2 menu and entering
1
Service menus

BACK OF BFC CONTROLLER

1 2 2
3 1 Service Port RJ12 Jack
2 BACnet Connection RJ45
Jacks
11 3 24 VAC Power Connection

4 Pressure Transducer
4
5 0-10 VDC Analog Outputs
10 6 24 VAC Binary Outputs

9 8 7 6
7 Contact Closure
5 5
8 Analog Inputs

9 Thermistor Input

10 Motor #1 Jack

11 BACnet MS/TP Terminals

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INSTALLATION & MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Typical Wiring

Input/Output Description
Analog Outputs
Configurable for Unit Pressure, CFM (Air Flow), RPM
AO1 (Motor Speed), Filter Load , BAS, *LED Dimming, *LED
On/Off (*for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming Control)
Configurable for Unit Pressure, CFM (Air Flow), RPM
AO2 (Motor Speed), Filter Load , BAS, *LED Dimming, *LED
On/Off (*for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming Control)
Configurable for Unit Pressure, CFM (Air Flow), RPM
AO3 (Motor Speed), Filter Load , BAS, *LED Dimming, *LED
On/Off (*for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming Control)
24 VAC Binary Outputs
BO1 Red LED out
BO3 Green LED out
COM COMMON
Analog Inputs
AI1 Input voltage for remote fan speed control
Input voltage for LED control (*for UFFU
AI2
w/ BACnet Dimming Control)
Inputs
Analog input for monitoring air over filter
Thermistor Input
temperature, 10k type J thermistor
Contact Closure Binary input to activate secondary ECM setpoint.

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DISPLAY NAVIGATION
Initial Startup
When the BFC controller is powered up with 24VAC it will display the following information.

PRICE
Start–up screen
ELECTRONICS

BFC
Displays firmware version
VERSION

CURR
Displays the current static pressure in in. w.g.
PRESSURE

ECM SETPOINT Displays ECM setpoint in % motor speed

UNIT STATUS Displays current unit status (Off, Low Pressure, Normal, Filter Loaded)

CONTROL MODE Displays the current control mode (BACnet, BAS, Local Control)

CURRENT CFM Displays the current airflow (only visible with the Constant Flow motor program)

*LCD display will cycle between Curr Pressure, ECM Setpoint, Unit Status, Control Mode, and Current CFM during normal
operation.
Change ECM motor setpoint using and arrow keys

LOCAL ECM
Setpoint will save after being adjusted with arrow keys
58%

NOTE: Local setpoints are stored to EEPROM and will remain set after power failures.

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DISPLAY NAVIGATION
Main Menu
From the Home Screen press the Menu button to enter this menu. Use Up and Down arrow buttons to navigate through.

FILTER LOAD Read Only - Displays % of filter loading based on new, clean filter pressure drop

ECM SPEED Read Only - Displays the current RPM of the motor

Displays local ECM Setpoint.

LOCAL ECM
Press the Menu button then use the arrow keys to change the ECM Setpoint. Press menu again to save.

Displays local LED Dimming Setpoint (for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming Control).
LOCAL DIMMING
Press the Menu button then use the arrow keys to change the Dimming Setpoint. Press Menu again to save.

MAC ADDRESS Read Only - Displays device MAC Address

DEVICE INST Read Only - Displays device Instance

PRESS MENU
TO EXIT

NOTE: Local setpoints are stored to EEPROM and will remain set after power failures.

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DISPLAY NAVIGATION
Service Menu
Hold down Menu button for 5 seconds, display will show ‘Passcode’. Use Up and Down arrow buttons to enter this sequence:
Down, Up, Up, Down.

Allows you to see or adjust:

Current CFM
CFM Offset
CFM Tweak
ECM Setback
SERVICE MENU
Fan Type
FAN
Unit Size ie. 2X2
Wheel Type
Voltage Type
Motor Runtime (in hours)
Reset Motor Runtime

Filter Load
Load Trip
SERVICE MENU Current Pressure
FILTER Filter Type
Filter Runtime (in hours)
Reset Filter

Analog In 1 (BAS ECM SP)

Analog In 2 (BAS LED SP)
Analog Out 1 (Present Value)
SERVICE MENU Analog Out 1 (AO1 Usage)
I/O Analog Out 2 (Present Value)
Analog Out 2 (AO2 Usage)
Analog Out 3 (Present Value)
Analog Out 3 (AO3 Usage)

MAC Address
Device Instance
SERVICE MENU
Baud Rate
BACNET
RS-485 Termination
BACnet Reset

Restore Defaults
SERVICE MENU
Total Device Reset
DIAGNOSTICS
Factory Configuration Reset

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DISPLAY NAVIGATION
Service Menu – Fan
Press Menu button to enter this menu. Use Up and Down arrow buttons to navigate through.

CURRENT CFM
Read Only
XXXX CFM

Supply, Exhaust, CARES

UNIT STYLE
NOTE: Must match actual configuration of FFU

Displays the ECM motor calibration for FFU nominal size (2x2)
UNIT SIZE
Selectable sizes are: 2’ x 2’, 2’ x 3’, 2’ x 4’
2X2
NOTE: Must match actual configuration of FFU.

Adjust unit wheel type from FC to BC. Read only varying on fan type and unit size
WHEEL TYPE The wheel type is factory set, but it can be adjusted only under the Constant Torque setting. From there, you can set the
XXX wheel type to BC on 2’ x 3’ and 2’ x 4’ units only.
NOTE: BC wheel type is for Constant Torque only.

VOLTAGE TYPE
Adjust unit voltage type from 115/240/277.
XXX

MOTOR PROGRAM
Adjust fan type from Constant Volume to Constant Torque. Airflow (CFM) will be hidden if fan type is constant torque
XXX

MOTOR RUNTIME
Read Only – Displays number of hours on motor since last reset
0 HRS

RESET MOTOR
Resets Motor Runtime
RUNTIME

Adjust airflow reading +/- up to 500 CFM to coincide with balancer measured airflow
CFM OFFSET Example: flow hood reads 550 CFM
0 CFM Airflow reading on BFC is 500 cfm
Adjust CFM offset to +50 CFM

Adjust airflow reading between 50 to 200%

CFM TWEAK Example: flow hood reads 550 CFM
100 % Airflow reading on BFC is 500 cfm
Adjust CFM tweak to +110%

ECM SETBACK Secondary setpoint for use in turndown or night setback applications. This is activated upon contact closure.

PRESS MENU
TO EXIT

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DISPLAY NAVIGATION
Service Menu – Filter
Press Menu button to enter this menu. Use Up and Down arrow buttons to navigate through.

FILTER TYPE Adjust filter type, BTR, RSR.

XXX BTR = Bench Top Removable RSR = Room Side Removable

FILTER LOAD
Read Only - Displays % of filter loading based on new, clean filter pressure drop
XX %

This read only value represents the ratio between clean and loaded filter pressure. It is factory set for 1.5 times the clean
LOAD TRIP
filter pressure and is not field adjustable.
1.50
Example: If the filter calibrated pressure is 0.16 in. w.g., the loaded filter pressure will be 0.24 in. w.g.

FILTER RUNTIME
Read Only – Displays number of hours on filter since last reset
0 HRS

RESET Resets Filter Runtime.

FILTER Activate this to calibrate filter pressure during initial setup or filter replacement.

PRESS MENU
TO EXIT

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DISPLAY NAVIGATION
Service Menu – I/O
Press Menu button to enter this menu. Use Up and Down arrow buttons to navigate through.

BAS (AI1)
Read Only – Displays current input BAS voltage for motor speed control
0 VDC

AI2 (BAS LED)

Read Only – Displays input voltage to Analog Input 2 for LED control (UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming Control only)
0 VDC

CONTACT CLOSURE Displays current state of binary contacts used for night setback / secondary ECM setpoint (open / closed)

Configure Analog Output 1 for:

Unit Press - Unit Pressure; Range (0 in. w.g. to 2 in.w.g.)
CFM - Airflow; Range (0 - 5000 CFM)
RPM - Range (0 - 2500 RPM). See page 11 for RPM details.
AO1 USAGE
Filter Load - Range (0 - 100%)
FILTER LOAD (DEFAULT)
BAS - 0-10VDC signal to BAS
LED Dimming (0 - 100%)
LED On/Off (Changes autonomously Based on LED Dimming value)
Disabled

AO1 PRESVAL
Read Only - Present Value for Analog Output 1
0 VDC

AO2 USAGE
UNIT PRESSURE Configure Analog Output 2 same as AO1 options shown above.
(DEFAULT)

AO2 PRESVAL
Read Only - Present Value for Analog Output 2
0 VDC

AO3 USAGE
Configure Analog Output 3, same as AO1 options shown above.
BAS (DEFAULT)

AO3 PRESVAL
Read Only - Present Value for Analog Output 3
0 VDC

PRESS MENU
TO EXIT

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DISPLAY NAVIGATION
Service Menu – BACnet

Sets unit’s MAC address

MAC ADDRESS
NOTE: the MAC address (range 1-99) is added to the device instance.
1
Example: MAC address = 1, device instance = 100, total address for this BFC would be 101

DEVICE INST This is the ‘software’ BACnet address and must be unique to your building site.
0, 000, 101 Range: 1 – 4,194,303

BAUD RATE
This sets the BACnet MS/TP baud rate
BAUD RATE 9600 baud (all BACnet devices must at least support this speed) – slowest
76800 19200 baud
38400 baud
76800 baud (default baud rate for Price products) - fastest

RS-485 TERM,
Enable and disable RS-485 termination on MS/TP segment.
DISABLED

RESTORE BACNET
Reset MAC Address, Device Instance, and BAUD rate to default values.
DFLTS

PRESS MENU
TO EXIT

Service Menu – Diagnostics

RESTORE
Full device reset, removes all order information including unit configuration. Does not change any BACnet settings.
TTLDEV RESET

RESTORE
Resets device to factory settings without changing any BACnet settings.
FACTORY CONFIG

PRESS MENU
TO EXIT

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FILTER CALIBRATION
Filter Calibration
To properly track filter loading, the BFC must be calibrated with the clean filter pressure. Before proceeding, ensure the unit is
operating at the desired airflow. Any changes to the airflow will change the unit pressure and therefore require the filter status to be
reset. For further information on airflow balancing please refer to the FFU Manual. Filter calibration can be performed either directly
through the BFC interface or over BACnet. Each method is described below.

Using the BFC Interface

STEP 1: T
 o calibrate clean filter pressure drop, scroll through the ‘Service Menus’ until reaching ‘Filter’. Select this menu by
pressing the ‘Enter/Menu’ button (far right).

NOTE: To enter the Service Menu, hold down the ‘Enter/Menu’ button for 5 seconds. Display will show ‘Passcode’. Use
the Up and Down arrow buttons to enter this sequence:
Down, Up, Up, Down.

STEP 2: S
 croll through the ‘Filter’ menu until reaching ‘Reset Filter’, select by pressing the ‘Enter/Menu’ button.NOTE: Make sure
the area directly beneath and around the unit is clear of any personnel or equipment as this can affect the reading of the
clean filter static pressure.
STEP 3: P
 ress the ‘Enter/Menu’ button to confirm reset of filter; this will begin calibration. This will take approximately 2 minutes.
After filter calibration is complete, LCD will display:
‘RESET COMPLETED’.

FILTER RESET SCREEN FILTER CALIBRATION SCREEN

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FILTER CALIBRATION
Via BACnet
The steps below require the BFC to be configured and set up on a BACnet front-end system.
For further information on BFC BACnet setup, see Networking & Setup section.
STEP 1: Ensure that BACnet point AV2 – Filter Runtime is being pulled in (see table below).
STEP 2: W
 rite a value of 0 to AV2 – Filter Runtime. This will initiate a calibration cycle. The current unit pressure (AI5) will be
automatically be copied to the Filter Calibrated Pressure (AV5). This process takes approximately 2 minutes.
NOTE: Filter loading can subsequently be monitored using BACnet point: AV1 – Filter Load (from 0% clean to 100% loaded).

Object Name Units Default Range Description R/W

AI5 Unit Pressure in. w.g. Dynamic Dynamic Current differential pressure measured across the filter R

Current percent of filter loading based on new, clean filter

AV1 Filter Load % 0 0-100% R
pressure drop

Current number of hours on filter since last reset. Enter value

AV2 Filter Runtime Hours 0 0-99999 R/W
of zero after filter has been replaced to perform calibration.

AV3 Motor Runtime Hours 0 0-99999 Current number of hours on motor since last reset R

AV4 Airflow cfm N/A 0-9999 Current airflow R

Filter Calibrated
AV5 in. w.g. N/A Dynamic Unit pressure when filter was calibrated R
Pressure

Filter Trip
AV6 in. w.g. 0 Dynamic Filter trip pressure R
Pressure

Filter Loading
AV7 Numeric 1.5 1-3 Factory set filter loading trip point R
Trip Point

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NETWORKING & SETUP
BACnet Wiring BACNET WIRING
The Price BACnet Flow Controller (BFC) has the option of
using a CAT 5 cable to run BACnet MS/TP, or cable hardwired
into a pluggable terminal block (see next page if using
hardwired BACnet connections). The RJ-45 jacks for use with
the supplied BACnet cables are directly tied to the pluggable
terminal block, and so any combination of supplied cables
and hardwired connections can be used on a single network
segment.
BACnet networks must be run in a daisy chain configuration,
meaning there is only one main cable and each network device
is connected directly along its path, with no more than 30
devices per segment, and MS/TP segment lengths must not
exceed 1050 feet.
Termination
BACnet MS/TP networks must be terminated to ensure proper
operation. A network should be terminated twice, once at
the beginning and once at the end. Termination helps reduce
reflections and noise. The terminating can be done with a 100
TO NEXT
ohm resistor across the + and - lines. Termination can also be DEVICE
done via software using the Price BACnet Flow Controller. For FROM
PREVIOUS
more information see the BACnet Service Menu section of this DEVICE
manual.

Tech Tip: The Price BACnet MS/TP to IP Router has built

in termination and it is enabled by default (since the router is
typically the beginning of the entire MS/TP network). Now you
only have to go and find/terminate that last device.
Electrical Noise
Electrical noise can affect both analog signal and digital
communications such as BACnet. Therefore do not route ELECTRICAL NOISE EXAMPLE
high voltage lines next to the BACnet network! Avoid noisy
electrical sources such as: HIGH VOLTAGE/
CURRENT LINE

• Variable Frequency Drives

BACNET NETWORK
• High current power lines
(main panel feeds)
• Fluorescent light fixtures
If you must pass near noisy electrical lines cross at right
angles. This will help reduce the amount of noise coupled to
the network wires.

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NETWORKING & SETUP
Use Price supplied CAT-5 cables for BACnet whenever
WIRING
possible. If not possible to use Price supplied cables,
follow these wire specifications.

Network Wire Specifications

PIN 1
For the BACnet MS/TP network specific wire is required.
Do not use standard power or “thermostat” wire. This PIN 2
wire does not have the necessary requirements for digital
communications. While it’s possible it may work (temporarily) PIN 3
the network will be unreliable and not operating at optimal
performance. PIN 4

BACnet MS/TP Wire type recommendations PIN 5

• Use 2 balanced twisted pairs, one for + and -, one for
NET COM PIN 6

• Low capacitance (17pF or less)

PIN 7
• Plenum rated (FT6, CMP ratings)
PIN 8
• 100-120 ohm, Balanced
• (CAT5, CAT5E, CAT6 network cable has excellent
specifications and will work in almost any BACnet MS/TP
Use RJ45 jacks for BACnet connection, or 3 position terminal
application.)
block for 3-wire connection (+, -, NET COM) NET COM must
• Price controllers use the Orange Compliment be wired.
for (+), the Orange for (-), and the Brown and
Brown Compliment together for the (NET COM)
connections. These are paired in a standard CAT5E
cable. Pre-terminated CAT5 cables are available from
Price. Model code: NETC35 (35 ft plenum rated cable,
terminated with RJ45 plugs, 568-B standard)

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NETWORKING & SETUP
BACnet Service Menu
Each controller’s MAC address, Device Instance, and Baud rate are set in the BACnet sub-menu of the service menu accessed
through the LCD screen on the face of the BFC. For information on how to select a MAC address and Device instance for any
controller on a network, see following pages.
To set the controller’s BACnet settings, enter the Service Menu and adjust settings as follows:
NOTE: When the screen displays a flashing value, that value is ready to be changed and can be adjusted by pressing the arrow
keys. Pressing Menu will save the value.

Hold down the Menu button on the LCD Thermostat for

THEN
5 seconds until prompted for a passcode; use and
5 SECONDS to enter the passcode; DOWN, UP, UP, DOWN.

SERVICE MENU: The screen will now display “SERVICE MENU: FAN”
FAN

Scroll down to the BACnet sub-menu.

Press the Menu button to enter this menu.

SERVICE MENU:
THEN
BACNET
Screen will now show “MAC ADDRESS = 1”. This is the
MAC ADDRESS THEN default setting and can be programmed between 1 and 99 by
pressing Menu and using the UP and DOWN arrows ( ).
Use to scroll to whatever MAC you are intending to set this
controller to, once you arrive at the number, press Menu to
save
NOTE: By default, the MAC address will appear as the last 2
digits of the device instance.

The device instance defaults to 100, but will be displayed with

DEVICE INST.
THEN OR the last 2 digits as the MAC if the previous screen was set to
101
enabled. Press Menu then use the arrow keys to change the
device instance.
NOTE: Each Menu press will change allow changes in different
tiers of the device instance (so that you don’t have to scroll for
extended periods to get into the millions range – supposing
that’s where you need to set your device instance)

BAUD RATE The baud rate is the speed that the MS/TP network runs at.
THEN OR EVERY device on the network must run at the same speed.
76800
Price controllers are defaulted to a baud rate of 76800, but can
be changed to 38400, 19200, or 9600. For a network segment
with all Price controllers, it’s recommended that the baud rate
be left at 76800.
*Choose lower baud rates only when integrating with devices
by other manufacturers whose maximum speed is lower than
76800 (eg. 38400).
Once all settings are made scroll down to the ‘Press Menu to Exit’ screen and press Menu. The controller will then re-start which
will save these values.

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NETWORKING & SETUP
BACnet Networking and Setup
Setting the MAC Address:
MAC (media access control) must be UNIQUE on an MS/TP network segment within building. An installer setting up an MS/
TP segment must ensure each device has a UNIQUE MAC Address (Range 1-99). The MAC Address is set through the LCD
thermostat or LCD setup tool.
NOTE: Each device on a network segment must be set to run at the same speed or baud rate.

NETWORK SEGMENT #1

NET COM

NET COM

NETWORK SEGMENT #2

NET COM

NET COM

TECH TIP
24 VAC power HOT and COMMON polarities are critical and must not be reversed on ANY devices! Reverse polarity will stop
communication on that MS/TP segment. All 24 VAC transformers must be grounded on their secondary side for BACnet to work.

NET COM wire must be connected at each device and is critical for BACnet network reliability.
Use one twisted pair for + and -, and another twisted pair for NET COM for optimal noise cancellation.

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NETWORKING & SETUP
Setting the Device Instance (Coupled MAC and DI)
Device Instance:
A Device Instance number identifies a device within an entire building, therefore giving it a unique number or Address,
much like a telephone ext. number. A building can have one telephone number, but all the extensions have a unique
number to identify them. A Device Instance number would work the same way and must be unique throughout the building.
Below is a table defining how a Device Instance number is obtained.

NOTE: Each device on a network segment must be set to run at the same speed or baud rate.

Description Default Value (Factory) Notes

MAC Address 6 Value: limited to 1-99
Tier 1 (x100) 58 Value: limited to 0-99
Tier 2 (x10,000) 1 Value: limited to 0-99
Tier 3 (x1,000,000) 0 Value: limited to 0-4

Example Device Instance setup with Default settings:

• MAC Address = 6 (6 x 1 = 6) – Set through software

TIER 1 = 58 (58 x 100 = 5800) – Set through software

TIER 2 = 1 (1 x 10,000 = 10,000) – Set through software

TIER 3 = 0 (0 x 1,000,000 = 1,000,000) – Set through software

Final Device Instance = 0,015,806 0 01 58 06

Tier3 Tier2 Tier1 MAC
Multiplier Multiplier Multiplier Address

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NETWORKING & SETUP
Setting the Device Instance (De-coupled MAC and DI)
Device Instance:
A Device Instance number identifies a device within an entire building, therefore giving it a unique number or Address, much like a
telephone ext. number. A building can have one telephone number, but all the extensions have a unique number to identify them. A
Device Instance number would work the same way and must be unique throughout the building.
Below is a table defining how a Device Instance number is obtained.

NOTE: Each device on a network segment must be set to run at the same speed or baud rate.

Description Example Value Notes

Tier 1 (x01) 4 Value: limited to 1-99
Tier 2 (x100) 58 Value: limited to 0-99
Tier 3 (x10,000) 1 Value: limited to 0-99
Tier 4 (x1,000,000) 0 Value: limited to 0-4

Example Device Instance setup with Default settings:

• TIER 1 = 4 (4 x 1 = 4) – Set through software

TIER 2 = 58 (58 x 100 = 5800) – Set through software

TIER 3 = 1 (1 x 10,000 = 10,000) – Set through software

TIER 4 = 0 (0 x 1,000,000 = 1,000,000) – Set through software

Final Device Instance = 0,015,806 0 01 58 04

Tier4 Tier3 Tier2 Tier1
Multiplier Multiplier Multiplier Multiplier

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NETWORKING & SETUP
Network Layout
The BFC can be connected over BACnet MS/TP and added to an existing BAS front end system. Price also offers its own mini
front-end system known as FFU-BFC-FE which acts as a graphics package. The Price WEB Server allows the user to view
variables such as filter status, CFM, etc. for each FFU and modify setpoints as needed.
Devices
Webserver: Provides the graphical web interface, plugs into IP Router. 2000 node capacity.
IP Router: Acts as interface between Internet and internal system. 5 ports. 1 Port for Building WAN (Internet/Building Network –
You cannot plug a BACnet Router or IP Switch into this port). 4 LAN Ports available (Used for BACnet Routers and IP Switches).
BACnet Router: Interfaces between BACnet MS/TP system and IP Router (internet). Supports 30 FFU.
IP Switch: Expands available connections for BACnet router. 5 ports.

CONNECTION EXAMPLE (LESS THAN 30 UNITS)

FFU 1 FFU 2
CFM - 312 CFM - 310
FIlter Hours - 1280 FIlter Hours - 1125 ANTEROOM
Filter Status - Clean Filter Status - Clean

FFU 3 FFU 4
CFM - 312 CFM - 310
FIlter Hours - 1225 FIlter Hours - 1300
Filter Status - Replace Filter Status - Clean

FFU 5 FFU 6 FFU 7

CFM - 312 CFM - 315 CFM - 312
FIlter Hours - 1430 FIlter Hours - 1400 FIlter Hours - 1350
Filter Status - Clean Filter Status - Replace Filter Status - Clean

Webserver Interface

Network
Connection

IP Router
Webserver FFU 3
FFU 1 FFU 2

FFU 30 FFU 4

BACnet MS/TP to
BACnet IP Router

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NETWORKING & SETUP

CONNECTION EXAMPLE (GREATER THAN 30 UNITS)

WIRING IP Router
Power
Ethernet Network
Network
MS/TP Network Connection
IP switches or BACnet routers

IP Switch IP Switch IP Switch

IP Router

BACnet BACnet BACnet BACnet BACnet BACnet BACnet BACnet BACnet BACnet
Router Router Router Router Router Router Router Router Router Router

FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU

FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU

FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU FFU

- Up to 30 FFUs on each BACnet router. - Up to 30 FFUs on each BACnet router. - Up to 30 FFUs on each BACnet router.
- When no more IP Switches are required to add more
FFU‘s, up to 4 BACnet Routers can be connected to
the final switch.

Example Systems
QTY of BACnet
Max # of Units QTY of IP Switches QTY of IP Router
Routers
30 1 0 1
60 2 0 1
90 3 0 1
BACNET WIRING
120 4 1 1
-
150 5 1 1
+
180 6 1 1
NETCOM
210 7 2 1
240 8 2 1
270 9 2 1
300 10 3 1
330 11 3 1
Assumes two ports on IP router are filled with BACnet routers (i.e. 60 FFU’s total).
More units are supported, contact Critical Environments applications team for more
information.

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NETWORKING & SETUP
Package/Component Identification 250000-931 - PRTU BACNET ROUTER

Web Additional
The WEB-ADDITIONAL package is used
to connect additional FFU systems to
the WEB-MASTER system.
Components:
250000-931 - PRTU Bacnet Router
1. PRTU-BAC-RTR
2. NETC2 cable
(to connect to PRTU-IP-RTR) 1. PRTU-BAC-RTR 2. NETC2 CABLE

3. DIN Rail

PRTU IP Switch
The IP-SWITCH is required if there
are more than 3 PRTU systems being
connected to the Web Server. This
component is used to expand the “LAN”
port on the IP-RTR, allowing a further
3 PRTU systems to be connected.
See the example layout section of this 3. DIN RAIL
manual for further detail.
Examples: 250000-933 - PRTU IP SWITCH
• 1-3 PRTU Systems:
No IP Switch required
• 4-6 PRTU Systems:
Qty: 1 IP Switch required
• 7-9 PRTU Systems:
Qty: 2 IP Switch required
Components:
250000-933 - PRTU IP Switch
1. PRTU-IP-SWITCH 1. PRTU-IP-SWITCH 2. NETC2 CABLE

2. NETC2 cable
(to connect to PRTU-IP-RTR)
3. DIN rail
Please ensure you have all components
before proceeding. Inspect components
for shipping damage. Do not install
components that appear damaged.
Contact your local PRICE Sales Rep for
quick ship replacements.
As always, for the latest information and 3. DIN RAIL
video please visit priceindustries.com.

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Location
The Front-End components should be mounted in an accessible location close to a network connection. Price suggests mounting
these components in the network or server room.
The WEB-SERVER, PRTU-IP-RTR, PRTU-BAC-RTR, and PRTU-IP-SWITCH (if applicable) should all be mounted together.

MOUNTING DETAILS

PRTU-IP-RTR PRTU-BAC-RTR WEB-SERVER PRTU-IP-SWITCH

MOUNT TOGETHER IN SERVER ROOM

LONG-DISTANCE MS/TP CONNECTION

(SEE WIRING SECTION)

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Mounting BACK VIEW OF WEB-SERVER DIN Ra
Use the included DIN rail to securely mount the Front-End
components.
1. Using 3 screws (by others) mount the DIN rail horizontally
to a secure, accessible surface.
2. Hang the Price PRTU-WEB onto the DIN rail using the
TOP white clips.
3. Using the Price Electronics screwdriver, gently pull down
on the BLACK clip, while pushing gently on the WEB-
SERVER towards the DIN rail. The Price Web Server
should click securely into place. Back vi

4. Use the mounting clips on the rear of the BAC-RTR, IP- FRONT VIEW OF WEB-SERVER MOUNTED ON DIN RAIL
RTR, or IP-SWITCH to mount the components to the din
rail. Slip the top clip behind the DIN rail flange, then use
steady pressure to push the component down then back
towards the DIN rail to secure.
5. The same section of DIN rail can be used to mount
multiple components.

Front vi

REAR VIEW OF IP-RTR AND BAC-RTR

Page 8 of 32

SAMPLE FRONT-END MOUNTING ON DIN RAIL

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BAS Input Signal
The BAS input signal overrides the local setpoint using a remote 0 – 10VDC signal. If the BAS signal drops below 1VDC local
control (via the push buttons) is restored.

BAS Voltage Response Notes

0-1 VDC Local control mode using push buttons Local setpoint can be adjusted from 0 – 100% using push buttons
1-2 VDC Motor Off Recommend sending a 1.5 VDC signal to command motor off
2-9 VDC Modulating Control 2 – 9 VDC modulates motor from 0 – 100%
9-10 VDC Maximum Speed Motor is running at maximum speed (100%)
BAS equations exist in each fan powered terminal product service and installation manual to relate CFM to volts DC. The VDC in
the equations however are for the 1-5 volt scale of voltage measured across the manual mode POT taps. The BAS input voltage is
a 2-10 VDC scale, and therefore VDC calculated for a given CFM using the equation must be doubled to achieve that cfm using
the BAS input. See standard speed controller BAS section for an example of calculating the voltage required for a specific CFM.
If the BFC will be connected to BACnet, the BACnet motor speed setpoint will override both the BAS analog input, and the local
setpoint for motor speed control.
Motor speed setpoint priorities are:
1. BACnet
2. BAS analog signal
3. Local setpoint adjust

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Analog RPM Feedback
A two wire connection supplies an analog (0-10 VDC) signal that is directly proportional to the MOTOR 1 RPM. The range is 0 –
2500 RPM and it will output a proportional 0 – 10 VDC signal. If a dual blower system is used, only the RPM of motor 1 can be
read.
NOTE: The minimum speed of an ECM is approximately 250 RPM. Formula for outputs below (tolerance +/- 5%):
• VDC output = (RPM /250)
• Rpm = (VDC * 250)
Output signal: 0 – 10 VDC @ 20 k ohm minimum input impedance and is short circuit protected (output impedance is 511 ohm to
protect against incorrect wiring).
• Black Wire – Analog RPM output com (-)
• White Wire – Analog RPM output signal (+)

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Wiring and Cables
*For In depth ECM motor troubleshooting, please refer to ECM Troubleshooting Manual on Price Industries’ website.
The ECM speed controller requires 24 VAC power from a transformer and outputs control signals to the ECM motor on dual MTA-
100 jacks. Either jack or both jacks can be used (for dual fan systems).
 The control cable (with RED connector) must be plugged into the circuit board correctly. (See Figure 2)

FIGURE 2 - ECM STANDARD SPEED CONTROLLER WITH CONTROL CABLE PLUGGED INTO MTR1

MTR1 JACK

ECM CONTROL CABLE (NOTE: ORIENTATION)

NOTE: Make sure that this cable is connected properly. It is keyed one way, and make sure all of the pins are covered.

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Troubleshooting
Fault Solution
Binary Outputs not functioning The Binary outputs send out 24VAC and are factory wired to the LED on the FFU. Make sure the BFC has
24VAC power, and then check voltage at binary outputs and COM terminals if the LED does not light up.
Analog Outputs not functioning The Analog outputs send out 0-10VDC. Make sure the BFC has 24VAC power, and then check voltage at
the suspect analog output with a multimeter. You should see a voltage range of 0-10VDC.
BACnet Communication Errors Option #1

BACnet - MS/TP is based on a RS-485 network. It must be wired in a daisy chain configuration. A daisy
chain means that there is only one main cable, and every network device is connected directly along its path.

DO NOT use Star, Bus, “T”, or any other type of network configuration. Any of these other network
configurations will result in an unreliable network, and make troubleshooting almost impossible.

Correct polarity is imperative on MSTP wiring. Always ensure that the positive terminal on a device has
the same color wire connected to it throughout the network, same for the negative terminal.Eg. 2 wire
conductor with black and white wires – black to the positive terminal, and white to the negative terminal.
Keep this consistency throughout the network.
Option #2

Price does not use EOL or termination on their devices. Terminating a device is almost never required
at the low baud rate of MS/TP devices. In fact terminating can create more problems than it solves.

The network speed or baud rate must be the same throughout the network.

NOTE: The default speed for Price BACnet MS/TP controls is 76800. BACnet MS/TP currently supports
4 standard speeds which are: 9600, 19200, 38400 and 76800.
Option #3

Binary Address must be unique for each device on the network. No two devices can have the same
Address. This includes if you are incorporating a Price product into an existing network. Determine the
existing Addressing scheme for the existing network.
Option #4

Grounding and 24VAC polarity: Proper grounding is absolutely essential when wiring the MS/TP
BACnet Network. Proper grounding will prevent many potential problems that can occur in a network
of devices. Common symptoms of a poorly grounded network can include inconsistent BACnet MS/
TP communications and damage from voltage spikes. The most practical method of grounding is to
ground every 24VAC transformer common/neutral used to power the controls.

Connect the “common/neutral” wire of the SECONDARY side of the transformer to earth ground –
such as the ground screw on in the electrical box.
Option #5

NOTE: Flipping 24VAC HOT and COMMON will cause the BACnet MS/TP Network to stop
communicating!!! Ensure HOT and COMMON are not reversed on ANY controllers.

WARNING: Controllers will still power up and run even if HOT and COMMON are reversed. However
output signals to other devices such as heaters, relays, etc will not work as intended!

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Specifications
Power: Pluggable 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 50 VA Class 2
Input Power: 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 5 VA (plus external loads), Class 2
Environmental (operating): 10°C to 50°C (50°F to 122°F), 0% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Environmental (storage): -30°C to 50°C (50°F to 122°F), 0% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
1 Thermistor Input (10K Ohm, Type J)
Inputs: 2 Analog Inputs: 0-10 VDC
1 Contact Closure Input
3 Binary Outputs (24 VAC) for LEDs
Outputs: 3 Analog Outputs (10 mA maximum, 0-10 VDC)
2 ECM motor connections
Networking: BACnet (MS/TP)
Indicators: BACnet RX/TX and Fault lights

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BACnet points list for BFC firmware v3.2.0
RETAINED
Object Name Units Default Range Description R/W ON POWER
FAILURE
Analog Input 1
AI1 Volts DC Dynamic Dynamic 0-10 VDC Signal for remote fan speed control R N
(BAS)
Analog Input 2 0-10 VDC Signal for remote LED dimming
AI2 Volts DC Dynamic Dynamic R N
(LED) (Only for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming option)

AI3 Thermistor °F°/°C Dynamic (-59)-300 Current air temperature over filter R N

AI4 ECM Speed r/min Dynamic 0-2500 Current RPM of motor R N

Current differential pressure measured

AI5 Unit Pressure in. w.g. Dynamic Dynamic R N
across the filter
Contacts Contacts
BI1 Contact Closure Open/ Dynamic Open/ Binary Input for monitoring only R N
Closed Closed
Configurable for Unit Pressure, CFM, RPM,
Analog Output 1 0-10
AO1 Volts DC N/A Filter Load , BAS, *LED Dimming, *LED On/ R/W Y
Filter Load VDC
Off (*for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming)
Configurable for Unit Pressure, CFM, RPM,
Analog Output 2 0-10
AO2 Volts DC N/A Filter Load , BAS, *LED Dimming, *LED On/ R/W Y
Unit Pressure VDC
Off (*for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming)
Configurable for Unit Pressure, CFM, RPM,
Analog Output 3 0-10
AO3 Volts DC N/A Filter Load , BAS, *LED Dimming, *LED On/ R/W Y
(BAS) VDC
Off (*for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming)

AO4 ECM Setpoint % 50 0-100 Set ECM motor setpoint R/W Y

Current percent of filter loading based on

AV1 Filter Load % 0 0-100% R N
new, clean filter pressure drop
Current number of hours on filter since last
AV2 Filter Runtime Hours N/A 0-99999 reset. Enter value of zero after filter has R/W Y
been replaced and calibrated.
Current number of hours on motor since
AV3 Motor Runtime Hours N/A 0-99999 R N
last reset

AV4 Airflow Cfm N/A 0-9999 Current airflow R N

Filter Calibrated
AV5 in. w.g. N/A Dynamic Unit pressure when filter was calibrated R N
Pressure
Filter Trip
AV6 in. w.g. 0 Dynamic Filter trip pressure R N
Pressure
Filter Loading Trip
AV7 Numeric 1.5 1-3 Factory set filter loading trip point R Y
Point

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BACnet points list for BFC firmware v3.2.0
RETAINED
Object Name Units Default Range Description R/W ON POWER
FAILURE
Set the secondary ECM motor setpoint
ECM Setback
AV8 % 0 0-100% activated by closure of the Binary Contact R/W Y
Setpoint
(BI1)
(-9999)- Set a fixed offset for adjusting CFM
AV9 ECM CFM Offset Cfm 0 R/W Y
9999 readout
Set a percent offset for adjusting CFM
AV10 ECM CFM Tweak % 100 0-200% R/W Y
readout
LED Dimming Set LED dimming percentage
AV11 % 0 0-100% R/W Y
Setpoint (for UFFU w/ BACnet Dimming)

AV12 No Load Pressure Text -1 (-1)-1 Calibrate filter by writing 1 R/W N

Displays motor status: 1 - Off, 2 - Normal,

AV13 ECM Fan Status Text Dynamic 4 States R N
3 - No RPM, 4 - Overspeed
Displays filter calibration status:
AV14 Filter Calibrating Text Dynamic 2 States R N
0 - Calibration Complete, 1 - Calibrating
0 - No AI1 BAS Signal,
AV15 BAS Enabled Text Dynamic 2 States R N
1 - AI1 BAS signal present
0 - No AI2 BAS Signal,
AV16 BAS LED Enabled Text Dynamic 2 States R N
1 - AI2 BAS signal present
1 - Off, 2 - Low Pressure , 3 - Normal,
MV1 Unit Status Text Dynamic 4 States R N
4 - Filter Loaded
MV2 Control Mode Text Dynamic 3 States 1 - BACnet, 2 - BAS, 3 - Local R Y
MV3 Motor Program Text Dynamic 2 States 1 - Constant Torque, 2 - Constant Volume R Y
MV4 Unit Size Text Dynamic 3 States 1 - 2x2, 2 - 2x3, 3 - 2x4 R Y
MV5 Unit Filter Type Text Dynamic 2 States 1 - BTR, 2 - RSR R Y
MV6 Unit Wheel Type Text Dynamic 2 States 1 - FC, 2 - BC R Y
MV7 Unit Voltage Type Text Dynamic 3 States 1 - 115, 2 - 240, 3 - 277 R Y
1 - Disabled, 2 - RPM, 3 - Fitler Load, 4
MV9 AO1 Usage Text Dynamic 8 States - BAS, 5 - Unit Press, 6 - LED (On/Off), 7 - R Y
LED (Dimming), 8 - CFM
1 - Disabled, 2 - RPM, 3 - Fitler Load, 4
MV10 AO2 Usage Text Dynamic 8 States - BAS, 5 - Unit Press, 6 - LED (On/Off), 7 - R Y
LED (Dimming), 8 - CFM
1 - Disabled, 2 - RPM, 3 - Fitler Load, 4
MV11 AO3 Usage Text Dynamic 8 States - BAS, 5 - Unit Press, 6 - LED (On/Off), 7 - R Y
LED (Dimming), 8 - CFM
0 - Disabled
MV12 RS-485 Term. Text Dynamic 2 States R Y
1 - Enabled

MV13 Baud Rate bps Dynamic 4 States 0 - 9600, 1 - 19200, 2 - 38400, 3 - 76800 R Y

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