4
••••
Introduction
XX017-01-00 Rev 702 V1400X-IDL Intelligent Distribution Line Control
Introduction
V1400X-IDL Intelligent Distribution Line Control
This manual covers the installation and operation of the Vicon V1400X-IDL Intelligent Distribution Line Control
(IDL). The V1400X-IDL will be referred to as the IDL throughout this manual. The installation procedures
should only be performed by a qualified technician using approved materials in accordance with national,
state and local wiring codes. Read these instructions completely before attempting installation. The IDL
complies with European Community EMC Directive 89/336. The product was subjected to the testing outlined
in European Normalization Standard EN 50081-1 (Electromagnetic Compatibility - General Emissions
Standard Part 1: Residential, Commercial and Light Industry), and EN 50082-1 (Electromagnetic Compatibility
- Generic Immunity Standard Part 1: Residential, Commercial, and Light Industry).
The IDL provides convenient connection of a Vicon-based
Control and Matrix System to 10 Vicon RS-422 Input or Output
Devices. Input or Output Devices will be referred to as “I/O
Device” throughout this manual. Control and Matrix Systems
will be referred to as “CPU” throughout this manual. The CPU
communicates with the IDL using standard Vicon RS-422
protocol through a 6- position Terminal Block connector labeled
CPU. Each I/O Device is connected using a 6-position Terminal
Block Station connector labeled STAT 1-10. This IDL provides
“intelligent control” via microprocessor- controlled circuitry that
can individually detect the status of each Station and isolate it
from the remaining stations. Thus, the IDL can prevent stations
that are locked, incorrectly wired or that have high noise levels
from interfering with other stations.
NOTE: RS-422 is an industry standard data transmission
protocol used for external device communication in this unit.
The IDL can be set to a non-intelligent mode by setting the rear panel switch to the DL position. When in the
DL mode, it simply passes commands. The IDL cannot detect the status of any connected stations or perform
initial baud rate locking. This mode is useful when, under certain sets of operating conditions, the station
detection cannot be performed.
I/O devices of different types cannot be connected to the same IDL unit. Each IDL unit must be dedicated to
Input or Output type devices. Figure 1 shows the Basic System Setup, comprised of an IDL, multiple Input or
Output Devices and a CPU. In addition to the IDL description, this manual also provides abbreviated
descriptions of I/O Device and CPU pin definitions. There are variations in the configuration of the IDL that are
described later. Abbreviated operation instructions for I/O Devices are provided to assist in the IDL’s
installation.
The IDL is available in two versions, Model V1400X-IDL (120 VAC) and Model V1400X-IDL-230 (230 VAC).
The 230 VAC model is equipped with the correct molded plug on the line cord. Both models are equipped with
surge protection circuitry.
Compatible Equipment
See the Manual References for Associated Equipment sub-section of the Reference Section of this manual.
Figure 1
Basic System Setup