2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com
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2800 Laura Lane • Middleton, WI 53562 | 800.288.9383 • fax: 608.836.9044 | www.tcsbasys.com
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Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the TCS QD2040c Ubiquity Cloud Building Manager! The QD2040c is a compact, versatile
network controller that seamlessly connects with Ubiquity Cloud™ via TCSbus or Modbus.
This manual includes all the information you will need to properly install and set up your QD2040c. As most units come
preconfigured, you will most likely only need to read the Installation section of this manual and you can skip the Configura
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tion section. However, some customers do order their units without being configured beforehand; for those customers, we
include the comprehensive Configuration section which contains essential information they will need to set up the unit.
If you have any questions regarding your QD2040c or your network, do not hesitate to contact TCS Technical Support at
800-288-9383, ext. 2.
Material List
• QD2040c Ubiquity Cloud Site Gateway
• External Power Supply
• Wall Mounting Bracket
Mounting
The QD2040c is designed to be hung on a wall via the mounting screw holes in each unit. It may also be set on a shelf or
table.
If mounting on a wall, do not allow the mounting screws to touch the circuit board inside the enclosure
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When selecting a location to mount the QD2040c, be sure to allow space for cable connections. Locate the QD2040c away
from excessive dust, heat sources, moisture or direct sunlight. The ideal environment is a server room. The temperature of
the room should not exceed 77ºF (25ºC); good ventilation is mandatory.
Input Connections
Refer to the
“QD2040c Power and Communication Connections” on page 4
for the following input connections:
Power:
Attach the included power supply to the front of the QD2040c and insert the power plug into a 120 VAC socket.
Upon connection the unit should power up automatically If it does not, press the Power button once.
Ethernet:
Connect an Ethernet cable from your network to the Ethernet LAN port (C) Do NOT connect to port L, which is
reserved for Admin only. If you are using a cellular modem, connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the Cellular
Modem.
RS-485 Network:
Connect an RS-485 network to one of the COM ports.
USB PORT 1-4 (Optional):
Connect an RS-485 network via a USB cable to an RS-485 converter (QD1010), or connect a
TCS ZigBee network via a wireless gateway (QW1010).
NOTE:
The remaining ports on the QD2040c are unused or reserved for Admin only.
Installation
