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KNX eTR 208 Light/Sunblind push button

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KNX eTR 208 Light/Sunblind push button

 • Version: 21.12.2020 • Technical changes and errors excepted. • Elsner Elektronik GmbH • Sohlengrund 16 • 75395 Ostelsheim • Germany • www.elsner-elektronik.de • 

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KNX eTR 208 Light/Sunblind

Button for Temperature,

Light and Solar Protection

Technical specifications and installation instructions

Item number 71190

1.

Description

The 

KNX eTR 208 Light/Sunblind push button

 has touch-sensitive buttons

with which functions can be called up in the KNX building bus system. The glass
surface is printed with areas for setting the temperature, light and solar protection.
LEDs are integrated in these areas and their behaviour can be adjusted.

A temperature sensor is integrated into 

KNX eTR 208 Light/Sunblind

. An exter-

nal temperature reading can be received via the bus and processed with its own
data to create a total temperature (mixed value).

The 

KNX eTR 208 Light/Sunblind

 has a PI controller for heating and cooling.

The setpoint temperature can be changed using the "+" and "-" touch buttons.

Communication objects can be linked via AND and OR logic gates.

Functions:

Operating zone for temperature control

 with 2 areas (warmer, cooler)

Operating zone for light

 with 2 areas (switching and dimming)

Operating zone for blinds

, awnings, shutters or windows with 2 areas 

(up/down with short/long distinction)

LEDs 

can be set. All LEDs Off, all LEDs as ambient lighting, all LEDs 

individually controllable

Area function

 when touching two or more push buttons. Can be 

configured as switch, selector switch, as 8 or 16 bit encoder or for scenario 
recall

Temperature

 measurements.

 Mixed value

 from own measured value and 

external values (proportion can be set by percentage), output of minimum 
and maximum values

PI-controller for heating

 (one or two-level) and 

cooling

 (one or two-

level) according to temperature. Regulation according to separate setpoints 
or basic setpoint temperature

2 AND and 2 OR logic gates

 each with 4 inputs. 8 logic inputs (in the form 

of communications objects) can be used as inputs for the logic gates. The 
output from each gate can be configured optionally as 1-bit or 2 x 8-bit

Configuration is made using the KNX software ETS 5. The 

product file

 can be

downloaded from the ETS online catalogue and the Elsner Elektronik website on

www.elsner-elektronik.de

 in the “Service” menu.

1.0.1. Area function

If the area function in ETS has been activated, another function is available along-
side the regular key functions. This is triggered by touching multiple keys, e.g. if
you touch the sensor with the palm of your hand.

Using the area function

If a key is pressed and another (different) key is touched within 0.2 seconds, the ac-
tion set in the ETS is performed for the area operation (See Fig. 1 a) and b)). The
keys are then blocked for 0.5 seconds.

Using the normal key function

If a key is pressed and no other key is touched within 0.2 seconds, the normal key
function is enabled/provided for 5 seconds (See Fig. 1 c) and d)). This is extended
for 5 seconds with each push of the button.

If the area function in the ETS is disabled, the keys can be used normally at any ti-
me.

1.0.2. Scope of delivery

Room temperature controller with mounting

4 screw anchors 4 × 20 mm, 4 flat head screws 3 × 25 mm

1.1. Technical specifications

The product conforms with the provisions of EU guidelines.

1.1.1. Accuracy of the measurement

Measurement variations from permanent sources of interference (see chapter 

Ins-

tallation position

) can be corrected in the ETS in order to ensure the specified ac-

curacy of the sensor (offset).

When 

measuring temperature

, the self-heating of the device is compensated.

2.

Installation and commissioning

2.1. Installation notes

Installation, testing, operational start-up and troubleshooting should 
only be performed by an electrician.

CAUTION!
Live voltage! 

There are unprotected live components inside the device.

National legal regulations are to be followed.

Ensure that all lines to be assembled are free of voltage and take
precautions against accidental switching on.

Do not use the device if it is damaged. 

Take the device or system out of service and secure it against
unintentional use, if it can be assumed, that risk-free operation is
no longer guaranteed.

The device is only to be used for the intended purpose described in this manual.
Any improper modification or failure to follow the operating instructions voids any
and all warranty and guarantee claims.

After unpacking the device, check it immediately for possible mechanical damage.
If it has been damaged in transport, inform the supplier immediately.

The device may only be used as a fixed-site installation; that means only when as-
sembled and after conclusion of all installation and operational start-up tasks and
only in the surroundings designated for it.

Elsner Elektronik is not liable for any changes in norms and standards which may
occur after publication of these operating instructions.

2.2. Installation position

The 

KNX eTR 208 Light/Sunblind push button

 is made for wall mounting. The

device can be mounted directly on plaster or on a socket (Ø 60 mm).

May be installed and operated in dry interior rooms only. 
Avoid condensation.

When selecting an installation location, please ensure that the measurement re-
sults are affected as little as possible by external influences. Possible sources of in-
terference include:

Direct sunlight

Drafts from windows and doors

Draft from ducts which lead from other rooms or from the outside to the 
junction box in which the sensor is mounted

Warming or cooling of the building structure on which the sensor is 
mounted, e.g. due to sunlight, heating or cold water pipes

Connection lines and ducts which lead from warmer or colder areas to the 
sensor

Measurement variations from permanent sources of interference can be corrected
in the ETS in order to ensure the specified accuracy of the sensor (offset).

2.3. Composition of the device

2.4. Mounting

Prepare the device

Remove the front panel from the mounting. Release the lock by moving the front
panel a few millimetres upwards. The two parts can then be easily separated (Fig.
5). 

Screw the mounting onto the wall or socket. The connecting wires (bus line +/-) are
led through the opening in the mounting.

Housing

plastic material, glass

Colours

similar to RAL 9003 signal white

Mounting

on-wall (directly or with a socket 

Ø

60 mm, 

resp. cavity wall socket for hole 

Ø

 68 mm)

Degree of protection

IP 10

Dimensions

housing approx. 81,5 x 81,5 (W x H, mm), 
mounting depth approx. 12 mm

Total weight 

approx. 70 g

Ambient temperature

Operation 0…+55°C, storage -30…+85°C

Ambient air humidity

5...95% RH, avoid bedewing

Operating voltage

KNX bus voltage

Bus current

max. 25 mA

Data output

KNX +/- bus terminals

Group addresses

max. 254

Allocations

max. 254

Communication objects

98

Temperature measure-
ment range

0…+55°C

Temperature resolution

0.1°C

Key function readiness

Key function readiness

Fig. 1

0s

0.2s

5.2s

Key Y

Key X

Key X

Design

Function Y

Key function readiness

Area function

Examples of normal key functions

0.5 s block

Key X

Design

Area function

Key Y

Design

Function X

a)

b)

c)

d)

Key X

Key Y

0.5 s block

Design

Area function

Area function examples

readiness

1

2

3

Fig. 2 
Front view
1 „Temperature“ area with 2 

touch surfaces and temperature 
display

2 „Light“ area with 2 touch surfa-

ces

3 „Sun protection/drive“ area with 

2 touch surfaces

3

4

5

Fig. 3 
Back view with mounting
3/4 Screw holes for different sockets. Fas-

tening with 2 screws is sufficient. For 
wall mounting, use a fixing material 
suitable for the ground!

5 KNX bus te/- for connection 

when mounted on a socket

6 Spring-loaded terminals KNX bus for 

mounting directly on the wall

3

3

3

4

4

4

6

Fig. 4 
Back view without mounting
5 KNX bus te/- for connection 

when mounted on a socket

6 Spring-loaded terminals KNX bus for 

mounting directly on the wall

7 Programming LED
8 Programming button (recessed) for 

teaching device

9 Temperature sensor

PRG key is accessible from below/outside 
when the device is mounted (see chapter 
Addressing the device).

5

6

8

9

7

Fig. 5 Locking of front panel and mounting

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