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DESCRIPTION
The UPB Controller, Scheduler-Timer (model UCS) provides control of UPB devices or UPB scene links
according to a user defined event or schedule. It is designed to communicate with a UPB network when
connected to a standard power receptacle; using the L-shaped power connector or the 6 foot power cord, both
included.
The UCS is simple and flexible. It is often used in place of more complex whole home automation system
schedulers because it is easier for the home owner to adjust. Up to 99 events can be configured once the
time, location and Network ID# are set in the UCS. Location is set by entering zip code or latitude/longitude.
Each of the 99 available events can control a device or a scene link with respect to time, sunrise (dawn),
sunset (dusk) or a combination of a time ± minutes from sunrise or sunset. Each event has one of three
Event Mode settings that defines how the event is enabled by the Schedule Mode. Specifically an event with
Event Mode 'R' is enabled for normal Run [RUN] and Vacation [VAC] Schedule Modes. An event with Event
Mode 'r' is disabled for all Schedule Modes. And, an event with Event Mode 'V' is enabled for [VAC] and
Alternate Vacation [ALT] Schedule Modes, with randomized event time settings. The Schedule Modes
[RUN] where all ‘R’ enabled events are ON, [OFF] where all events are OFF, [VAC] where vacation ‘V’ and ‘R’
events are ON, and [ALT] where only vacation ‘V’ events are ON). For example
events set for Event Mode 'R' operate. However when vacation Schedule
Mode [VAC] is selected, normal run 'R' events operate and vacation 'V' events operate with randomness. The
Schedule Mode can be changed from the Set Time screen, or via scene-links once Link Mode is set.
The easy to navigate menus allow configuration without the use of a PC or software. The Scheduler-Timer is
intended for use by an installer or homeowner who knows the Network ID#, Device # and scene link numbers.
The Tools sub-menu offers a variety of useful functions:
CIM Mode allows the Scheduler-Timer to operate as a serial (RS-232) computer interface module. And, with
the included DB9 serial cable, it can connect a PC with UPStart configuration software to UPB devices on a
powerline network. Note, if the PC does not have a DB9 serial port a USB to serial adapter will be needed
(not included).
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Add Device feature allows the user to add a device to the UPB network (ID#) for which the Scheduler-Timer
is set.
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Add Link feature allows the user to add a UPB scene link (link ID#) to receiving devices.
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Delete Link feature allows the user to delete a UPB scene link (link ID#) from receiving devices.
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Read Link feature allows the user to view the network ID# and a link sent from a transmitting device (e.g.
button, rocker or other source).
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Noise View feature indicates the signal and noise level at the power line connection point. And if powerline
noise is present, it will log noise level and time.
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Noise Log feature allows the user to view (up to 10) recorded noise events measured in Noise View.
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Clock Source enables the
to synchronize time from the power utility's regulated 60Hz
frequency.
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Set Contrast feature adjust viewing angle of the display.
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Use (with) Repeater feature allows operation with three-phase UPB repeater networks.
allow
the user to quickly change the operation of the Scheduler-Timer so the corresponding Event Modes occur:
when the Schedule Mode is
set for normal [RUN] operation only
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Scheduler-Timer
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Controller, Scheduler-Timer
Model UCS-01
