Operation
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Coupling of external appliances
Xanura is an open system. Any potential-free outlets
of electrical appliances can be connected to the
potential-free wiring of the Xanura modules. In this
way, it is possible to let external appliances create
Xanura commands, for instance an existing alarm
system that activates the lighting when an emergency
situation occurs.
Single or three phase?
When installing the equipment, it is important to
know whether an installation in the home has single
or three phase wiring. If it concerns a three phase
installation and the Xanura components are divided
over more than one phase, then it is necessary to
install a phase coupler. This phase coupler is mounted
in the meter cupboard and sends the Xanaru
commands that have been received via one phase,
on to the other phases. In addition, these signals
are amplified for all three phases.
Suppression filter
To prevent the signals that are transmitted via the
lighting network from leaving the building, and possible
signals from outside from entering it, filters need to
be fitted. This filtering can take place in the meter
cupboard by means of a suppression filter. This filter is
a modular component that can be mounted in the
distribution box.
No demolition or chasing work
Xanura can be applied in both new and existing homes.
No demolition or chasing work is necessary.
What are the minimum demands for
applying Xanura?
To be able to install Xanura by using the built-in
modules that make it invisible, has to be taken the
depth of the built-in junction boxes into account. For
switches, a minimum depth of 40 mm is required.
Front and side view of built-in AIX module
The same applies for wall sockets that are not earthed.
For earthed wall sockets, built-in junction boxes with a
depth of 50 mm are required. Apart from the depth of
the junction boxes, the fact that phase and neutral
wiring has to be fitted also has to be taken into
consideration. This means that a neutral wire has to be
run through to the junction boxes where switches are
fitted. In brief, a newly built home provided with 50
mm junction boxes and phase and neutral wiring is
suitable for (future) installation of Xanura.
During what stage of the home being built should
Xanura be installed?
Xanura can be installed as soon as the above-
mentioned minimum installation demands have been
satisfied. This can even be done after the home has
been built and is being lived in, and the residents have
had time to determine their requirements with regards
to automation facilities. The equipment can also be
extended at any time.
Installation by a skilled electrical contractor
Xanura is an advanced home automation system that
should be installed by a specialist in this field. For this
purpose, Eaton Holec organises special training
courses for electrical contracting engineers.
Installation tools
To be able to install Xanura quickly and professionally,
it is recommended that, apart from the normal tools
required, use is also made of the Xanura(PUX)
programming unit. This unit can send and receive
Xanura commands and show them in the display.
Furthermore, the strength of the signal and the
interference noise level are measured. In this way, it is
possible to test the lighting network before the system
is installed and to remove any interference by means
of a filter. The modules that have been fitted can also
be tested straight away. Finally, the complete system
can be tested before the home is handed over to the
resident.
Programming of built-in modules
Each module is provided with an address and, where
applicable, a functionality. This can be set in the
module by activating the programming position on the
module and sending the commands by means of the
Xanura(PUX) programming unit. Addresses can also be
provided by means of a computer interface(CIX). Once
the modules have been provided with an address, the
addresses cannot be removed, even if a power cut
occurs. Consequently, the modules can be provided
with an address in the workshop or on site.
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