Concept
RP-C Device Installation
The RP-C can be installed on a DIN rail or flat surface.
Rules and regulations
The RP-C must be professionally installed to comply with the following rules and regulations:
Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) licence-exempt Radio Standards Specifications (RSSs)
2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) of the European Union (EU)
S.I. 2017/1206 - Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 of the United Kingdom (UK)
For more information, see RP-C Regulatory Compliance and Approvals .
The RP-C and its antenna(s) must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 in.) from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Information on recommended RF exposure limits can be obtained from Health Canada's website, www.canada.ca/en/health-canada .
Installation orientation restrictions
The restrictions on installing the device in other orientations differ between the different RP-C controller models. For more information, see RP-C Models .
Under normal operating conditions of 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F), the RP-C 24 V controller models can be installed in the following orientations:
Horizontally (on a DIN rail going from left to right), with the device label text in the upright position reading left to right. See “a” in the following figure.
Vertically (on a DIN rail going from top to bottom), which means that the device is rotated +90 degrees or -90 degrees from the horizontal position. See “b” and “c” in the following figure.
Face down from a ceiling. See “d” in the following figure.
Face up on a horizontal surface. See “f” in the following figure.
The only installation orientation that is not supported for the RP-C 24 V controller models is when the device is rotated 180 degrees from the horizontal position, that is, with device label text up and down. See “e” in the following figure. In the up and down position, the controller's thermal specifications may be exceeded, which can damage the controller.
Installation orientation restrictions for RP-C 24 V controller models operated in normal conditions, 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F)
When the RP-C 24 V controller models are used for rooftop applications, -40 to +60 °C (-40 to +140 °F), the device should be installed horizontally, with the device label text in the upright position reading left to right. See “a” in the following figure. Any other installation orientation (“b”, “c”, “d”, “e”, and “f” in the figure) may exceed the controller's thermal specifications, which can damage the controller.
Installation orientation restrictions for RP-C 24 V controller models operated at -40 to +60 °C (-40 to +140 °F)
Under normal operating conditions of 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F), the RP-C 230 V controller models can be installed in the following orientations:
Horizontally (on a DIN rail going from left to right), with the device label text in the upright position reading left to right. See “a” in the following figure.
Vertically (on a DIN rail going from top to bottom), which means that the device is rotated +90 degrees or -90 degrees from the horizontal position. See “b” and “c” in the following figure.
Installing the RP-C 230 V controller models rotated 180 degrees from the horizontal position is not supported. See “e” in the following figure. Installing the RP-C 230 V controller models face down from a ceiling (“d” in the figure) or face up on a horizontal surface (“f” in the figure) is only supported in the operating temperature range 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F), but not in the temperature range 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F). Installing the controller in an orientation that is not supported may cause the controller's thermal specifications to be exceeded, which can damage the controller.
Installation orientation restrictions for RP-C 230 V controller models operated in normal conditions, 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F)
Installation on a DIN rail
A DIN rail is a common and convenient technique for installing the RP-C controller along with other associated control and monitoring devices. The most efficient ventilation is achieved with the wall-mounted DIN rail oriented horizontally and with adequate space provided between the RP-C rail and adjacent rails or other devices.
The RP-C controller is typically installed horizontally (on a DIN rail going from left to right), with the device label text in the upright position reading left to right.
Example of an RP-C controller installed on a horizontal DIN rail
RP-C controllers installed on horizontal DIN rails in a cabinet
When installing RP-C controllers in a cabinet, it is recommended to provide ample space between the DIN rails and controllers for sufficient ventilation.
To help prevent the device from sliding down or sideways on the DIN rail, install an end clip for DIN 35 (part number SXWDINEND10001) tightly against the bottom or rightmost device on the rail. The end clip is easily removed if you bend the snap lock open with a screwdriver.
End clip for DIN 35 fixed across the DIN rail
All RP-C controller models have fixed screw terminals.
The RP-C controller has four anchor points that can be used to fasten cable ties or other accessories for bundling wires.
Anchor points for cable ties
Optional covers
All RP-C controller models can be equipped with optional covers to reduce access to the screw terminals and wires if desired.
Optional covers
Hardware Overview
RP-C Controllers
RP-C Models
Installing RP-C on a DIN Rail
Installing RP-C on a Flat Surface
Wiring a Screw Terminal on RP-C
Powering Up an RP-C 24 V Controller Model
Powering Up an RP-C 230 V Controller Model
Installing the Optional Covers on the RP-C
Removing an Optional Cover from the RP-C
RP-C Regulatory Compliance and Approvals