LENNOX Model L CORE Unit Controller
Specifications:
- Built-in BACnet IP and MS/TP support
- 16 additional BACnet objects for customization
- Support for humidity, outdoor air objects, prognostic, and diagnostic alarms
- Backwards compatibility with legacy Lennox Control devices
- Support for Change of Value (COV) objects
- Supports monitor-only, room sensor, and network thermostat control
Product Usage Instructions
Integration Setup:
To integrate the CORE Unit Controller with your existing system,ensure that the controller is powered on and connected to the network. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for network configuration.
Customization and Monitoring:
Utilize the 16 additional BACnet objects to customize controls and monitoring based on your organization’s equipment requirements.
Configure humidity, outdoor air objects, alarms, and Change of Value objects as needed.
Backwards Compatibility:
If upgrading from legacy Lennox Control devices, simply install the CORE Unit Controller onto your existing Energence or L-Series control frameworks. Minimal programming adjustments are required for a seamless transition.
System Operation:
Select the desired operation mode for the controller – monitor-only, room sensor, or network thermostat control. This flexibility allows you to tailor the system’s behavior to meet your specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the CORE Unit Controller work with both BACnet IP and MS/TP protocols simultaneously?
A: Yes, the CORE Unit Controller supports both BACnet IP and MS/TP standards, allowing for versatile integration options.
Q: What type of additional points and sensor support does the CORE Unit Controller offer?
A: The controller features 16 additional BACnet objects including humidity and outdoor air objects for occupant comfort, as well as prognostic and diagnostic alarms for asset management.
Q: Is there a need for extensive reprogramming when transitioning to the CORE Unit Controller from legacy Lennox Control devices?
A: No, the CORE Unit Controller ensures backwards compatibility with minimal modifications required for installation onto existing frameworks.
UNIT CONTROLLER
THE LENNOX CORE UNIT CONTROLLER COMES STANDARD WITH BACNET®
The CORE Unit Controller provides built-in BACnet IP and MS/TP support, new objects and sensor capability, and supports existing objects from the legacy Lennox Control devices*, making the switch to the CORE Unit Controller seamless while providing a deeper level of integration than ever before.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CORE UNIT CONTROLLER, CONTACT YOUR LENNOX SALES REPRESENTATIVE.
BACNET IP & MS/TP STANDARD
The Lennox® CORE Unit Controller can connect to BACnet IP or MS/TP systems, without any additional hardware or accessories, saving costs and customization across large organizations. The CORE Unit Controller features a 2 port IP switch, meaning units can be daisy chained unit to unit, eliminating the cost and complexity of traditional star networks. It is designed to security standard NIST-140-2 for peace of mind integrating into a building network. The CORE Unit Controller can be easily commissioned and integrated using the Lennox® CORE Service App (available for iOS and Android).
ADDITIONAL POINTS AND SENSOR SUPPORT
The CORE Unit Controller features 16 additional BACnet objects to integrate with to provide additional controls customization and monitoring to help optimize your organization’s equipment.
These added points include humidity and outdoor air objects to ensure occupant comfort, along with prognostic and diagnostic alarms to enable data-driven asset management and lower operating costs. New to BACnet is the support of Change of Value(COV) objects.
BACKWARDS COMPATIBILITY
Support for MS/TP and legacy control objects means that Model L and Enlight units equipped with the CORE Unit Controller will install directly onto most Energence and L-Series control frameworks,with little modified programming or integration work required. The CORE Unit Controller supports monitor-only, room sensor, and network thermostat control, allowing you to choose how you want your system to operate.
Contact your Lennox Sales Representative to learn more about the CORE Unit Controller.
Due to Lennox’ ongoing commitment to quality, Specifications, Ratings and Dimensions subject to change without notice and without incurring liability.
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Documents / Resources
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LENNOX Model L CORE Unit Controller [pdf] Instruction Manual Model L, Enlight, Model L CORE Unit Controller, Model L, CORE Unit Controller, Unit Controller, Controller |