EC-gfxProgram

Benefits
− Simplifies BAS programming
− Reduces programming time
− Minimizes programming errors
− Facilitates troubleshooting
− Intuitive programming (small learning curve)
− Efficient, energy saving potential

Features
Supported Platforms
− LNS® Turbo 3.20 and greater
− NiagaraAX Framework®

Supported Controllers
− ECP-203, 300, 400, 500 Series
− ECP-VAV, ECP-VAVS, ECP-PTU Series

Hardware Enabled Features

− Smart-Sensor (4 models)
− Wireless1 (14 inputs)
− Inputs (resistance, 0-10VDC, 4-20mA, digital, pulse)
− Outputs (digital, PWM, 0-10VDC, 0-20mA, floating)2
Software Features
− High precision integers with 2 decimals places
(±83886.07)
− Direct support of SNVTs of 1 and 2 bytes
(17 NVIs & 17 NVOs - changeable type and length)
− 5 NVI Fan-in bindings
− 10 Persistent values2
− 16 PID loops
− 2 Schedules including boundable-type2
− Real-Time Clock2
Flexible User Interface (UI)
− Code library conveniently stores important
programs
− Live debugging allows user to view code execution,
input/output values and to detect errors in real-time
− Smart code compiling based on layout and
connection of blocks
− Multiple programming drawing documents allow for
better code organization
− State-of-the-art BAS GPI software developed with
Visual Basic.Net®
− Extensive array of utility panes put full control in the
hands of the user
− Dynamic UI allows utility panes to be moved and
docked according to user preferences
Complete Block Object Toolbox
− Comprehensive library of the most commonly used
functions divided into 12 convenient categories
− Customizable blocks enable user to create unique
functions and programs
− “Drag and drop” desired block objects from the
Toolbox to the Programming Area for fast and
simple programming
− “Click, select and release” for quick and easy
connection of blocks
1. Available only on wireless models of the supported controllers.
2. See relevant controller datasheets for further details on which controllers support these features.
Distech Controls’ EC-gfxProgram, the latest Graphical Programming Interface (GPI) tool,
makes Building Automation Systems (BAS) programming effortless by providing users
with the building blocks necessary to meet their needs. By “dragging and dropping” a few
block objects from the EC-gfxProgram’s vast library and connecting them with a simple
“click, select and release”, users can quickly and easily assemble common and
customized programs.
EC-gfxProgram is designed to program Distech Controls’ ECP programmable controllers.
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EC-gfxProgram also supports the configuration of a line of wireless battery-less devices
as well as the EC-Smart-Sensor, a series of communicating sensors with LCD display.
EC-gfxProgram can be used by any LNS-based software such as Distech Controls’
®
Lonwatcher or by a multi-protocol platform software supporting LONW ORKS devices such
AX AX
as Distech Controls’ EC-Net Pro powered by the Niagara Framework.
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Developed with Windows user interface (UI) standards using Visual Basic.Net, EC-
gfxProgram provides users an intuitive programming environment. With a dynamic range
of menu windows that can be moved, docked and hidden, users make this tool their own.
The programming area is where users can “illustrate” their code and when several codes
need to be managed, new program drawing documents can always be created and
layered relative to each other. Coupled with a standard main menu and toolbar along with
a project explorer pane, users possess the added tools needed to keep their codes well-
organized.
EC-gfxProgram’s block object toolbox supplies users with an ample collection of
components and functions that can be used to create simple and more complex control
sequences. If users wish to design innovative codes, they can easily create their own
custom blocks. Block objects not only make coding clean and easy, but they also reduce
basic errors that may arise when writing code conventionally. Furthermore, EC-
gfxProgram’s smart code compiling, error list pane and live debugger enable users to
execute their codes, view input/output values and troubleshoot errors in real-time.
EC-gfxProgram supports powerful features that allow for lean, efficient and cost effective
system design. Fan-in bindings help to reduce programming time by comparing several
variables at once. Schedules can be used to save energy and resources and can also be
bound to receive information from a BAS for optimum start sequencing. Many other
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features including a real-time clock , persistent values and PID loops, make the EC-
gfxProgram a complete BAS programming package.
Distech Controls’ quality management system is ISO 9001:2000 certified

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General Product Specifications
Inputs - Hardware
Supported Signal Interpretations
Supported Signal Types
Supported Thermistor Types
Inputs – Wireless
Supported Sensor Types
Inputs - Smart-Sensor
Supported Sensor Types
1. See relevant controller datasheets for further details on which controllers support these features.
2. For temperature type inputs it is recommended that a 10KΩ thermistor be used due to better accuracy over the Pt100, Pt1000 or Ni1000.
3. Some UNVTs may not be supported. Refer to the EC-gfxProgram User Guide for further details.
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Outputs - Hardware
Linear Supported Signal Types Digital (Relay, Triac or 0-12VDC)
Translation Table PWM
Digital (Normal Digital & Pulse Count) Voltage: 0-10VDC
Multi-Level Table Current: 0-20mA
Standard Thermistor Floating
Setpoint Offset Constants & Variables
Resistance Number Resolution Enumeration: 8 bits; -128 to +127
Voltage: 0-10VDC Numeric: 24 bits; -83,886.08 to +83,886.07
Current: 4-20mA Constants (Quantity) Internal: Limited by system resource usage
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10KΩ Type II & III External: 28 Numeric; 31 Enumeration
Pt100, Pt1000 & Ni1000 Variables (Quantity) External: 35 Numeric; 27 Enumeration
Network Variables
Temperature Quantity 17 NVI & 17 NVO (All changeable type)
Temperature w/Setpoint Adjustment (SP) Length Support all SNVTs and UNVTs3 of 1 and 2 bytes
Temperature w/SP & Override Button (OV) including structured types
Temperature w/SP & Slide Switch Fan-In
Temperature w/SP, OV & Fan Speed Control -Combined Functionality 3 supporting up to 80 NVs
Relative Humidity Average, Summation, Minimum and Maximum
Relative Humidity w/Setpoint Adjustment (SP) -Min/Max Functionality 2 supporting up to “infinite” number of NVs
Relative Humidity w/SP & Override Button (OV) Minimum and Maximum
Relative Humidity w/SP & Slide Switch Other Features
Outdoor Temperature Arithmetic & Accuracy Number Range: -83,886.08 to +83,886.07
Cable-Type Temperature Persistent Values Up to 10 values can be preserved in case of reset
Air Duct Temperature Real-Time Clock Accurate timekeeping
Contact Temperature 1 NVO (SNVT_time_stamp)
Digital Input Schedules 2 Internal Schedules
Window Contact 2 NVIs & 2 NVOs to send/receive schedules from BAS
Universal Switch Changeable Type (SNVT_tod_event,
360° Motion Detector SNVT_occupancy or SNVT_HVAC_mode)
Outdoor Light Sensor PID
Keycard Access Switch -Quantity 16; 2 decimal points allow 10000 steps of resolution
-Type Single PID
EC-Smart-Sensor-FC Dual PID for two setpoints (Ex.: Heating and cooling)
EC-Smart-Sensor-FC-CF
EC-Smart-Sensor-100
EC-Smart-Sensor-200

Block Objects
Comparators

Equal Not Equal Less Or Greater Or

Equal Equal

Less Than Greater Than

Constants & Variables

Constant Constant Variable Variable

Numeric Enum Numeric Enum

Internal
Constant
Custom

Custom Conditional
Block Custom
Block

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General

Latch Toggle Hysteresis Limit

Digital Fault Numeric Linear Ramp

Fault

Rising Edge Falling Edge Count Up Count Down

Startup Pid Dual Pid

HVAC

Analog Digital Digital Smart Stages

Stages Stages Stages +
Delay

Stages With Enthalpy Dew Point Wet Bulb

Modulation

Optimum
Start/Stop

Inputs & Outputs

Hardware Network SmartSensor Wireless

Input Variable Module Module
Input

Hardware Network Floating Led Output

Output Variable Output
Output

Logic

And Or Xor Not

Switch Multiplexer

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Math

Add Subtract Multiply Divide

Absolute Modulus Summation Square Root

Minimum Maximum Average Min/Max/Ave

rage

SNVT Conversions

SNVT_scene SNVT_scene SNVT_state SNVT_state

Demux Mux Demux Mux

SNVT_switch SNVT_switch
Demux Mux

Time

Min On Time Min Off Time Min On Off Schedule

Time

Start Delay Stop Delay Start Stop Real Time

Delay Clock

Timer

Tools

Text Monitor Reference Reference

Hub Target
VAV

Damper Flow Sensor

Control

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User Interface
1. Programming Sheet: This area is the main section of the
user interface and is where device programming is done.
“Drag and drop” block objects from the Toolbox then connect
them together with a “click, select and release” to build a
control sequence.
2. Main Menu Bar & Toolbars: EC-gfxProgram comes with a
Windows-based Main Menu Bar and Toolbars (Standard,
View, Compile & Debug and Layout) that allow easy access
to commonly-used functions.
3. Toolbox Pane: This library contains the block objects that
can be “dragged and dropped” into the Programming Sheet
to build a control sequence. The block objects are organized
into 12 categories.
4. Code Library: This library contains saved code drawings
(snippets) and projects that can be “dragged and dropped”
into the Programming Sheet.
5. Project Explorer Pane: This tree-view list allows for easy
navigation throughout the block objects and drawing
documents of a project.
EC-gfxProgram
6. Properties Pane: This pane is used to define the properties
of each block object, drawing documents, projects, etc. in the
Programming Sheet. The properties are then dynamically
adjusted according to the block object(s) selected.
7. Output Pane: This pane displays information and progress of
the build.
8. Error List Pane: This list indicates errors when compiling the
control sequence to the controller. This assists the user to
troubleshoot and debug problems.
9. Statistics Pane: After a control sequence is compiled, this
pane displays certain statistics such as memory usage,
resource usage, compiling time, etc.
10. Resources Viewer Pane: This pane displays information
about all Hardware IOs, Wireless Inputs, Smart Sensor
Outputs, Network Variables, Constants and Variables, such as
name, value, mode.
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Functional Profile Example (ECP-400 Series)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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NiagaraAX Framework is a registered trademark of Tridium, Inc.; Windows and Visual Basic.Net are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

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