Installation Instructions

BACnet® Communication Interface

for Chillers (BCI2-C)
Field Kit Order Number KIT19852

Service Port
198.80.18.1

Factory Address
1–2–7
New Address
– –

Models: RTWD, RTAC, CGAM

X39641444

SAFETY WARNING
Only qualified personnel should install and service the equipment. The installation, starting up, and servicing of
heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment can be hazardous and requires specific knowledge and training.
Improperly installed, adjusted or altered equipment by an unqualified person could result in death or serious injury.
When working on the equipment, observe all precautions in the literature and on the tags, stickers, and labels that are
attached to the equipment.

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Introduction
Read this manual thoroughly before operating or servicing
this unit. WARNING
Warnings, Cautions, and Notices Proper Field Wiring and Grounding
Required!
Safety advisories appear throughout this manual as Failure to follow code could result in death or serious
required. Your personal safety and the proper operation of injury. All field wiring MUST be performed by qualified
this machine depend upon the strict observance of these personnel. Improperly installed and grounded field
precautions. wiring poses FIRE and ELECTROCUTION hazards. To
avoid these hazards, you MUST follow requirements for
field wiring installation and grounding as described in
The three types of advisories are defined as follows: NEC and your local/state/national electrical codes.

Indicates a potentially hazardous

WARNING situation which, if not avoided, could WARNING
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
CAUTIONs situation which, if not avoided, could Required!
result in minor or moderate injury. It
Failure to wear proper PPE for the job being undertaken
could also be used to alert against
could result in death or serious injury. Technicians, in
unsafe practices.
order to protect themselves from potential electrical,
NOTICE Indicates a situation that could result in mechanical, and chemical hazards, MUST follow
equipment or property-damage only precautions in this manual and on the tags, stickers,
accidents. and labels, as well as the instructions below:
• Before installing/servicing this unit, technicians
Important Environmental Concerns MUST put on all PPE required for the work being
Scientific research has shown that certain man-made undertaken (Examples; cut resistant gloves/sleeves,
chemicals can affect the earth’s naturally occurring butyl gloves, safety glasses, hard hat/bump cap, fall
stratospheric ozone layer when released to the protection, electrical PPE and arc flash clothing).
atmosphere. In particular, several of the identified ALWAYS refer to appropriate Safety Data Sheets
chemicals that may affect the ozone layer are refrigerants (SDS) and OSHA guidelines for proper PPE.
that contain Chlorine, Fluorine and Carbon (CFCs) and • When working with or around hazardous chemicals,
those containing Hydrogen, Chlorine, Fluorine and ALWAYS refer to the appropriate SDS and OSHA/GHS
Carbon (HCFCs). Not all refrigerants containing these (Global Harmonized System of Classification and
compounds have the same potential impact to the Labeling of Chemicals) guidelines for information on
environment. Trane advocates the responsible handling of allowable personal exposure levels, proper
all refrigerants-including industry replacements for CFCs respiratory protection and handling instructions.
and HCFCs such as saturated or unsaturated HFCs and
• If there is a risk of energized electrical contact, arc, or
HCFCs.
flash, technicians MUST put on all PPE in accordance
Important Responsible Refrigerant with OSHA, NFPA 70E, or other country-specific
requirements for arc flash protection, PRIOR to
Practices servicing the unit. NEVER PERFORM ANY
Trane believes that responsible refrigerant practices are SWITCHING, DISCONNECTING, OR VOLTAGE
important to the environment, our customers, and the air TESTING WITHOUT PROPER ELECTRICAL PPE AND
conditioning industry. All technicians who handle ARC FLASH CLOTHING. ENSURE ELECTRICAL
refrigerants must be certified according to local rules. For METERS AND EQUIPMENT ARE PROPERLY RATED
the USA, the Federal Clean Air Act (Section 608) sets forth FOR INTENDED VOLTAGE.
the requirements for handling, reclaiming, recovering and
recycling of certain refrigerants and the equipment that is
used in these service procedures. In addition, some states
or municipalities may have additional requirements that
must also be adhered to for responsible management of
refrigerants. Know the applicable laws and follow them.

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WARNING
Follow EHS Policies!
Failure to follow instructions below could result in
death or serious injury.
• All Trane personnel must follow the company’s
Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) policies
when performing work such as hot work, electrical,
fall protection, lockout/tagout, refrigerant handling,
etc. Where local regulations are more stringent than
these policies, those regulations supersede these
policies.
• Non-Trane personnel should always follow local
regulations.

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Table of Contents
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
BACnet Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Specifications, Requirements, and Dimen-
sions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing BCI2-C in the Chiller Control Panel 8
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Mounting a CGAM Slant BCI2-C . . . . . . . . 10
Setting Rotary Dial Address Using Embedded
BCI2 Software Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting and Configuring the BCI2-C with
Tracer TU Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting to Tracer TU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Configuring the BCI2-C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Clearing the Controller to Reconfigure and
Rebind the BCI2-C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connecting and Configuring the BCI2-C with
BCI2 Service Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Configuring a CH530 for BACnet with TechView
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Additional Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Overview
The BACnet® Communication Interface for Chillers
(BCI2-C) is comprised of a Trane controller with interface
software. It is a non-programmable communications
module that allows heating, ventilation, and air-
conditioning (HVAC) equipment to communicate on a
BACnet communications network.
This guide provides information about:
• BACnet protocol
• Specification, requirements, and dimensions
• Installing the BCI2-C in the chiller control panel
• Mounting and removing/reposition the BCI2-C
• Mounting a CGAM slant BCI2-C
• Setting rotary switches for the BCI2-C
• Connecting and configuring the BCI2-C with Tracer TU
software
• Configuring a CH530 for BACnet with TechView™
service software
Note: The TechView functionality described in
this document is the same functionality as
described in the KestrelView™
documentation.
• Additional Resources

BACnet Protocol
The Building Automation and Control Network (BACnet
and ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 135-2004) protocol is a
standard that allows building automation systems or
components from different manufacturers to share
information and control functions. BACnet provides
building owners the capability to connect various types of
building control systems or subsystems together for a
variety of reasons. In addition, multiple vendors can use
this protocol to share information for monitoring and
supervisory control between systems and devices in a
multi-vendor interconnected system.
The BACnet protocol identifies standard objects (data
points) called BACnet objects. Each object has a defined
list of properties that provide information about that
object. BACnet also defines a number of standard
application services that are used to access data and
manipulate these objects and provides a client/server
communication between devices. For more information
on BACnet protocol, refer to “Additional Resources,” p. 20.
BACnet Testing Laboratory (BTL) Certification

The BCI2-I supports the BACnet communication protocol

and has been designed to meet the requirements of the
BACnet Building Controller (B-BC) profile. For more
details, refer to the BTL web site at
www.bacnetinternational.org.

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Overview

Specifications, Requirements,
and Dimensions
The following table and illustration provides
specifications, requirements, and dimensions of the
BCI2-C controller.
Table 1. Specification and requirements
Storage
Temperature: -44°C to 95°C (-48°F to 203°F)
Relative humidity: Between 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Operating
Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Humidity: Between 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Power: 24 Vdc ±15%, maximum load 90 mA
Altitude: 6,500 ft maximum (1,981 m)
Installation: U.L. 840: Category 3
Pollution: U.L. 840: Degree 2
Requirements
• One (1) Phillips screwdriver
• One (1) 1/8 inch, flat-bladed service screwdriver
• CH530 Main Processor (MP) software: RTWD Version 6.30 or higher, RTAC Version 37.0 or higher,
Tools and software:
CGAM version 2.00 or higher
• TechView 13.0 SP1 or higher
• Tracer TU 11.6 or higher

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Figure 1. Controller dimension

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Installing BCI2-C in the Chiller Control Panel
Before installing the BCI2-C kit, open the box and verify
that the following parts are enclosed:

Parts List
X13651793001 Module; BCI2-C

X19060374040 Wire Harness, 4 COND, 20 AWG

573178900001 Bracket; BCI2-C Module Mounting

X25330033100 Screw; Phillips Panhead 0.375 inch, Thread Rolling Zinc Plate # 6-32

X25020783130 Screw; TORX Panhead 0.75 inch, Thread Rolling Zinc Plate # 6-32

23092075 CGAM - W Frame Units - Schematic

23115511 CGAM - V Frame Units - Schematic

23115510 CGAM Slant Frame Units - Schematic

23092097 RTAC - 2 Compressor Units Schematic

23094621 RTAC - 3 Compressor Units, X-Line Schematic

23094622 RTAC - 3 Compressor, Units Y-Delta Schematic

23094623 RTAC - 4 Compressor Units X-Line Schematic

23094624 RTAC - 4 Compressor Y-Delta Schematic

23097584 RTWD/RTUD 60-250 TON WATER COOLED CHILLER Schematic

23097585 RTWD/RTUD 60-250 TON WATER COOLED CHILLER Schematic

One (1) copy of service literature shipped with each unit (located in the control panel)

Important: Visually inspect contents for obvious

defects or damage. All components have WARNING
been thoroughly inspected before leaving
the factory. Any claims for damage incurred Hazardous Voltage!
during shipment should be filed Failure to disconnect power before servicing could
immediately with the carrier. result in death or serious injury.
Disconnect all electric power, including remote
Installation disconnects before servicing. Follow proper lockout/
tagout procedures to ensure the power can not be
Important: Before beginning installation, it is important inadvertently energized. Verify that no power is present
to read the following safety warnings. with a voltmeter.
Procedures presented in this guide should
be performed only by qualified HVAC Note: All mounting holes for brackets and DIN rail have
technicians. been pre-drilled.
To install the BCI2-C:
WARNING 1. Disconnect all power from the chiller.
Live Electrical Components! 2. Open the control panel and mount the brackets
Failure to follow all electrical safety precautions when (573178900001) to the control panel using two (2), #6-
exposed to live electrical components could result in 32 x 0.375 Phillips pan head, thread forming screws
death or serious injury. (X25330033100). Use the mounting locations for the
When necessary to work with live electrical specific chiller type as shown in the following
components, have a qualified licensed electrician or illustrations:
other individual who has been properly trained in
handling live electrical components perform these
tasks.

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Figure 2. RTWD/RTUD

Figure 3. RTAC

Figure 4. CGAM

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Figure 5. BCI2-C link IMC

Mounting a CGAM Slant BCI2-C

Figure 6. CGAM slant

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Setting Rotary Dial Address Using Embedded BCI2
Software Tool
Previous versions of BCI-C had rotary dials to set the 4. The BCI2 Service Tool will be served up from the BCI2
controller address. The BCI2-C controller does not have controller.
rotary dials to set the address. A default address is set at 5. Navigate to Installation > Identification and
the factory and recorded on a label applied to the circuit Communication > Protocol Configuration > Edit.
board. The address can be changed using the embedded
BCI2 Service Tool. Follow these instructions to change the 6. Set the Rotary Dial Setting (address) by clicking the line
address of the controller: and typing in the new address.
1. Use a USB-A to USB-B cable. Plug the USB-B end into 7. If the Device ID needs to be changed, check the box next
the Service Port on the BCI2. Plug the USB-A end into to Use Software Device ID and enter the desired device
a laptop. ID.
2. Open a browser in the laptop. Note: All devices are MSTP managers with valid MAC
addresses of 001 to 127 for BACnet.
3. Enter 198.80.18.1
Figure 7. Setting rotary dial address

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Connecting and Configuring the BCI2-C with Tracer TU
Software
This section describes how to connect to the Tracer TU Important: If using a PC with multiple USB ports, it is
software and configure the BCI2-C controller. Before conceivable to connect using the same
beginning, if the TU service tool is not installed, refer to the process outlined below for the same piece
Tracer TU Service Tool Getting Started Guide (TTU- of equipment. This is normal operation.
SVN02). This document will provide information about Observe existing USB standards for cable
features, capabilities, and requirements of TU. length. (For more information go to
informational Websites, such as http://
Connecting to Tracer TU www.USB.org.)
2. Click either the Tracer TU desktop icon or the Tracer TU
To connect to Tracer TU: program item in the Tracer TU group on the Start
1. Connect the USB cable directly from the laptop to the menu.
BCI2-C controller or to a panel USB port connected to The Tracer TU splash screen appears briefly followed
the controller. by the Startup Task Panel.

Figure 8. Startup task panel

3. Select the Direct Connection (Via USB cable) radio

button if it is not already selected.
4. Click the Connect button and the Unit Summary page
displays after successful connection.

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 Connecting and Configuring the BCI2-C with Tracer TU Software

Configuring the BCI2-C To configure the BCI2-C:

1. Select the Controller Settings tab from the horizontal
Configuring the BCI2-C is performed by means of the TU tab set in the TU window.
Controller Settings tab. Use this utility to configure date
Note: The content of this screen is based on the type
and time, units of measure, and protocol.
of controller that is connected and the system
Important: Before beginning, the user will need the protocol used to communicate with the
Tracer TU software, Version 11.6 or higher. controller.

2. Enter a meaningful name for the controller as shown refer to the next section, ““Clearing the
above. Controller to Reconfigure and Rebind the
3. Click Date and Time to set the preferred date/time BCI2-C,” p. 13”.
formats and then click Save. The BCI2-C uses standard 6. If a software Device ID is required, check the Use
BACnet services for time synchronization. (Refer to Software Device ID box and enter the desired BACnet
BACnet® Communication Interface for Chiller (BCI2-C) Device ID.
Integration Guide (BAS-SVP055*-EN). 7. Click Save.

Clearing the Controller to Reconfigure and

Rebind the BCI2-C
Clearing the controller and then reconfiguring and
rebinding the BCI2-C is necessary for two reasons:
• The chiller configuration has changed if a new option
was added to the chiller
• The building automation system needs the units of
Note: The actual dates and times are not saved during measure on the BACnet link to be different than what
power loss. is currently configured.
4. Click the Protocol and select the desired Baud Rate in To clear the controller:
the drop-down list box.
1. Establish the connection between Tracer TU and the
5. Click the Controller Units and select the desired units of BCI2-C controller.
measure for data communicated across the BACnet
2. Select the Controller Settings tab from the vertical tab
link. The units of measure cannot be changed once the
set located on the right side of the TU window.
BCI2-C is configured and bound to the CH530.
3. On the controller settings page, there is a clear
Important: Failure to set the units of measure will result
controller button displayed in the upper right-hand
in having to restore factory defaults,
portion of the screen display.
reconfigure, and rebind the BCI2-C. To
restore, reconfigure, and rebind the BCI2-C,

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4. Click the Clear Controller button and a pop-up window

will displays with a message that asks for confirmation
to reset the device. Click Yes.
5. A pop-up window displays confirming that the
controller has been reset indicating that the controller
will be rebooted. Click OK. The BCI2-C controller is
restored to its factory default state after is reboots.
6. Follow Steps 1 through 7 in the previous section to
reconfigure the BCI2-C controller.
7. Go to “Connecting and Configuring the BCI2-C with
Tracer TU Software,” p. 12 for binding if needed.

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Connecting and Configuring the BCI2-C with BCI2
Service Tool
This section describes how to configure the BCI2-C 4. The BCI2 Service Tool will be served up from the BCI2
controller using the embedded BCI2 Service Tool. controller.
1. Use a USB-A to USB-B cable. Plug the USB-B end into To enter a name, navigate to Installation >
the Service Port on the BCI2. Plug the USB-A end into Identification and Communication > Identification >
a laptop. Edit. Enter a name, description, and location, and then
2. Open a browser in the laptop. click Save.

3. Enter 198.80.18.1

To set the time and date, navigate to Installation >

Regional Specifications > Edit. Enter date and time,
and then click Save.

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Connecting and Configuring the BCI2-C with BCI2 Service Tool

To clear the BCI-2 controller, navigate to Tools > Backup The BCI2-R is cleared and ready to accept a new
and Restore > Clear Controller. When prompted, click configuration.
Continue.

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To configure Baud Rate, Rotary address and Device ID,

navigate to Installation > Identification and
Communication > Protocol Configuration > Edit.

To change system units navigate to Installation >

System Units.

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Configuring a CH530 for BACnet with TechView
Software
The BCI2-C can be installed only in chillers that have main After verifying the correct version level of software, ensure
processor (MP) software (used with CH530 Series chillers) that all other LLIDs are successfully bound and
supporting the BACnet option. BACnet is only supported in communicating and then:
the following MP software: 1. Restore power to the chiller and then connect the
• RTWD; MP 6.30 or higher and TechView 12.1 SP2 or TechView to the Dynaview.
higher 2. Verify the correct version of software.
• RTAC; MP 37.0 or higher and TechView 12.1 SP2 or 3. Navigate to the Configuration view and choose the
higher Options tab.
• CGAM; MP 2.00 and TechView 12.1 SP2 or higher 4. Select BACnet Interface for the BAS communication
Note: The TechView software includes the current option.
version of MP software for the CH530 series of
products. To download the latest versions of
TechView software, go to http://
www.trane.com/commercial/designanalysis/
techview.aspx.
Figure 9. Trane Tracer CH530 Unit Control Service Tools

5. Navigate to Binding View and locate the device in the

device setup area.
6. When prompted, use the BCI2 Service Tool to activate
the BCI2-C for binding. Navigate to Installation > BCI2-
C Configuration > Activate for Binding.

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Figure 10. Activate binding

Note: The Activate for Binding button is used for binding

the BCI2-C instead of a a Service Button or a
magnet, as has been the case in the past.
7. Select OK at the prompt to initiate the binding.
Note: For more detailed information about binding or
unbinding, refer to the KestrelView Online Help.

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Additional Resources
• BACnet® Communication Interface for Chiller (BCI2-C)
Integration Guide (BAS-SVP055*-EN)
• KestrelView® Service Software, Help online
• Tracer® BACnet® Terminator Installation Instructions
(X39641151-01)
• Tracer® TU Help Online
• Tracer® TU Service Tool Getting Started Guide (TTU-
SVN02*-EN) (X39641083)
Note: For further assistance, contact your local Trane
sales office.

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