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EP1640825A1 - Adressing of an electrical module by a locking mechanism - Google Patents

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EP1640825A1
EP1640825A1 EP04022885A EP04022885A EP1640825A1 EP 1640825 A1 EP1640825 A1 EP 1640825A1 EP 04022885 A EP04022885 A EP 04022885A EP 04022885 A EP04022885 A EP 04022885A EP 1640825 A1 EP1640825 A1 EP 1640825A1
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Jörg Hammer
Jörg Hindermann
Josef Jandl
Fritz Jost
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    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R9/00—Structural associations of a plurality of mutually-insulated electrical connecting elements, e.g. terminal strips or terminal blocks; Terminals or binding posts mounted upon a base or in a case; Bases therefor
    • H01R9/22—Bases, e.g. strip, block, panel
    • H01R9/24—Terminal blocks
    • H01R9/26—Clip-on terminal blocks for side-by-side rail- or strip-mounting
    • H01R9/2625—Clip-on terminal blocks for side-by-side rail- or strip-mounting with built-in electrical component
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R13/00—Details of coupling devices of the kinds covered by groups H01R12/70 or H01R24/00 - H01R33/00
    • H01R13/62—Means for facilitating engagement or disengagement of coupling parts or for holding them in engagement
    • H01R13/639—Additional means for holding or locking coupling parts together, after engagement, e.g. separate keylock, retainer strap
    • H—ELECTRICITY
    • H01—ELECTRIC ELEMENTS
    • H01R—ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE CONNECTIONS; STRUCTURAL ASSOCIATIONS OF A PLURALITY OF MUTUALLY-INSULATED ELECTRICAL CONNECTING ELEMENTS; COUPLING DEVICES; CURRENT COLLECTORS
    • H01R9/00—Structural associations of a plurality of mutually-insulated electrical connecting elements, e.g. terminal strips or terminal blocks; Terminals or binding posts mounted upon a base or in a case; Bases therefor
    • H01R9/22—Bases, e.g. strip, block, panel
    • H01R9/24—Terminal blocks
    • H01R9/26—Clip-on terminal blocks for side-by-side rail- or strip-mounting
    • H01R9/2625—Clip-on terminal blocks for side-by-side rail- or strip-mounting with built-in electrical component
    • H01R9/2658—Clip-on terminal blocks for side-by-side rail- or strip-mounting with built-in electrical component with built-in data-bus connection

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  • the embodiments described below relate to an electrical device with an electrical module for communication between the module and another electrical device.
  • Such an electrical device is used for example in complex technical systems, such. As heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, access and fire control systems or building automation systems generally used.
  • EP 1 211 582 describes a building automation system in which a plurality of so-called field devices such. As sensors and actuators to use. Individual plant components communicate in such a building automation system via input and output module systems, referred to below as I / O module systems, and one or more bus systems.
  • the I / O module systems form the interfaces between the field devices and other plant components. They are used to convert bus signals of an automation station into signals for the field devices and vice versa.
  • the I / O module systems are usually mounted on installation strips and housed in control cabinets. When installing an I / O module system, first install a socket on the installation board and then attach and electrically contact the electrical I / O module to the socket.
  • Communication over a bus system typically requires that the individual field devices and I / O modules be addressable.
  • the addressing takes place with the aid of communication addresses which can be set on an I / O module and which are stored in a non-volatile memory module (eg a Nonvolatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM)) of the I / O module.
  • NVRAM Nonvolatile Random Access Memory
  • EP 592 923 A1 describes an electrical device with a mechanical key-lock device. Only the electrical module with the matching key fits into the lock of the socket.
  • the key lock device described in EP 592 923 A1 requires that several electrical modules may be plugged onto the socket until the module with the appropriate key fits into the lock of the socket. This may require an increased amount of time.
  • an electrical device that, in an alternative manner, prevents a system malfunction from occurring after service or repair.
  • Such an electrical device consists of an electrical module for communication between the electrical module and another electrical device.
  • An identification transmitter is provided having a first position in which the electrical module is in a non-operative state and a second position in which the electrical module is in an operative state.
  • An identification pick-up is provided which cooperates with the identification transmitter in the second position to evaluate an information defined by the identification transmitter.
  • the electrical device has a base that removably receives and electrically contacts the electrical module.
  • the base contains the identification transmitter.
  • the electrical device allows an alternative addressing concept.
  • an addressable I / O module is assigned an address and stored in the module.
  • the location of the permanently installed base or the wiring to the base is addressed, since the information transmitter on the base located. Accordingly, there is no direct addressing of the removable I / O module. Only when the module is plugged into the socket and contacted is the address or function of the I / O module fixed at that location, e.g. B. as a link to a temperature sensor.
  • an electrical device is given below with reference to a building automation system.
  • the features of the electrical device may generally be used in any system in which the location of the electrical device within the system is critical to the operation of the system, such as, for example, In a hazard alarm system for buildings and facilities, in an electrical device (eg, a computer), or in an electronic device of a vehicle or aircraft.
  • FIG. 1 shows a schematic representation of the basic structure of an embodiment of an arrangement for monitoring, control and / or Regulation of a building automation system.
  • a communication medium 1 connects units 2, 3 and an electrical device 6 to enable communication with and between these plant parts.
  • the person skilled in the art recognizes that in such an arrangement a plurality of electrical devices 6 can be connected to the communication medium 1, as indicated in FIG. 1 through.
  • FIG. 1 shows an embodiment of the electrical device 6 is shown in more detail for illustration. As described in more detail below, FIG. 1 shows the electrical device 6 in a service state.
  • the electrical device 6 contains an electrical module 8 and can be connected as an integrated unit directly to the communication medium 1.
  • An identification transmitter 14 is provided which has a first position in which the electrical module 8 is in a non-operative state and a second position in which the electrical module 8 is in an operative state.
  • an identification pickup 20 is provided which cooperates with the identification transmitter in the second position to evaluate a defined by the identification transmitter information.
  • the electrical device 6 includes two components, namely the electrical module 8 and a base 12 which removably receives and electrically contacts the electrical module 8 to facilitate communication between the electrical module 8 and to allow other electrical equipment.
  • the base 12 includes the identification transmitter 14, which has a first and second position. In the first position, the electrical module 8 is not operationally installed in the base 12. In the second position, the electrical module 8 is installed in the base 12 operatively.
  • the electrical module 8 contains the identification receiver 20, which interacts with the identification transmitter 14 in the second position in order to evaluate the information defined by the identification transmitter 14.
  • the units 2, 3 are each a control and / or control device, and the electrical device 6 is an I / O module, which is used for the control and adaptation of field devices 5 connected thereto.
  • the electrical device 6 can in one embodiment via a further bus system with be connected to other I / O modules, as indicated in Figure 1
  • the electrical device 6 may have an operating device 10 for a user interface.
  • the operating device 10 also includes a connection for a screen terminal or a mobile computer.
  • the unit 2 is connected via a further communication medium 18 with a parent system, such as a central office. If necessary, the unit 3 is connected to a display terminal or a computer 4.
  • the bus systems and technologies that can be used in the arrangement are, for example, LON or LonWorks TM from ECHELON, the European installation bus EIB or the PROFIBUS defined according to German standard DIN 19245.
  • the electrical device 6 has a plurality of connection points A, B for the field devices 5.
  • the number of implemented connection points per electrical device 6 can be selected within wide limits.
  • connection points A, B are basically identical and can be used universally as an input port and output port, z. B. bidirectional and for analog and digital signals.
  • the connection point A, B can each have a plurality of connection points (eg 4) for the field device 5.
  • the universal connection point A, B can therefore be used for a large number of field device types, namely for sensors or actuators, that is to say for field devices with analog input, analog output, digital input or digital output, with or without power supply via the connection point A. or B.
  • the field device 5 may be, for example, a sensor for detecting a process variable or an actuator for influencing a process variable.
  • a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, an actuator for a ventilation flap, a gas sensor, a switch or an actuator with position feedback can be connected to the connection points A, B.
  • Figures 2.1 and 2.2 show an embodiment of the electrical device 6 in various installation states, namely in an uninstalled state ( Figure 2.1) and an installed state ( Figure 2.2).
  • the uninstalled state as shown in Figure 2.1, the electrical module 8 is not mounted on the base 12.
  • the information transmitter 14 is not in contact with the information receiver 20 of the electrical module 8.
  • the electrical module 8 is mounted on the base 12 and electrically contacted. The information transmitter 14 is in contact with the information receiver 20 in this state.
  • the information transmitter 14 and the information receiver 20 may be configured to mechanically lock the electrical module 8 when the information transmitter 14 is in contact with the information receiver 20. For example, as soon as a service technician interrupts the contact, the electrical module 8 detects that its operation should be interrupted and switches off automatically. The electrical module 8 can then be safely and safely removed from the base 12.
  • the electrical device 6 may also assume a service state, such. B. indicated in Figure 1.
  • the information transmitter 14 is also not in contact with the information receiver 20.
  • the electrical module 8 is located in the base 12, but is no longer in electrical contact with the base 12. By the separation of the electrical module 8 from the base 12 and thus From the field devices 5, these can be safely and safely checked and maintained by a service technician. Since the electrical module 8 and the information transmitter 14 remain mechanically connected to the base 12, the risk of confusion when reinserting with other identical components is excluded or at least substantially reduced.
  • FIGS 3 and 4 show schematically and simplified part of the electrical module 8, to explain an embodiment in principle.
  • the part of the shown electrical module 8 is apparent from a theoretical section through the electrical module 8, which is placed so that a closer environment of the information sensor 20 is visible.
  • the person skilled in the art recognizes that this is only an exemplary embodiment and that under certain circumstances additional and / or other elements may be advantageous in order to achieve the desired mechanical or electrical functionalities.
  • the electrical module 8 consists of a housing 26 which contains the information receiver 20. Viewed from the outside, in one embodiment, a portion of the information receiver 20 appears as a socket. Outside the housing 26, the information transmitter 14 is indicated, which is formed in one embodiment as a plug which fits into the socket of the information sensor 20. Within the housing 26 is a printed circuit board 21 having a contact pad 22. A contact element 24 has a contact point 28 and is connected directly or indirectly to the housing 26. In Figure 3, the information transmitter 14 is not in contact with the information receiver 20 and the contact point 28 does not touch the contact pad 22. The electrical device 6 is therefore either in the uninstalled state or in the service state.
  • FIG. 4 shows a part of the electrical module 8 in the installed state of the electrical device 6.
  • the information transmitter 14 is in contact with the information receiver 20.
  • the information transmitter 14 exerts a force on the contact element 24 and presses the contact element 24 and thus also the contact point 28 in the direction of the printed circuit board 21.
  • the contact point 28 touches the contact pad 22.
  • the information transmitter 14 therefore establishes an electrical contact, which sets the electrical module 8 in a predetermined state.
  • the predetermined state may in one embodiment include one or more functionalities or the assignment of an address. In another embodiment, the predetermined state may be a combination of functionality and address.
  • the contact element 24 is in one embodiment, a leaf spring made of an electrically conductive material, for. As copper, a copper alloy or spring steel.
  • the leaf spring is secured to the housing 26 so that it has no contact with the contact pad 22 in the resting state, as shown in Figure 3 and rests against a projection 30. Only the information transmitter 14 presses the leaf spring away from the projection 30 and the contact point 28 against the contact pad 22, so that an electrical contact is formed. As soon as the information transmitter 14 is removed again from the information receiver 20, the contact is interrupted and the contact element 24 assumes the resting state on the projection 30.
  • the printed circuit board 21 has a plurality of contact pads 22.
  • Each contact pad 22 is associated with a contact point 28 in this embodiment.
  • the number of contact pads 22 is therefore equal to the number of contact points 28.
  • the number of contact pads 22 and the corresponding contact points 28 can be selected within wide limits and to match desired functionality, allowable module costs and space requirements. In one embodiment for an application in building automation systems typically eight or ten contact points per electrical device 6 are realized.
  • the information transmitter 14 is configured according to the number of the contact pads 22 and the contact points 28. That is, the information provider 14 has in one embodiment, a corresponding number of "places" that are occupied either by an element or an exemption. One element presses on a contact element 24, while a free position does not press on any contact element 24. Each contact point may therefore be open or closed, depending on whether the information transmitter 14 presses on a contact element 24 or not. With an example selected number of eight contact points can be z. For example, encode 127 addresses or functions, or a combination of addresses and functions. In one exemplary embodiment, the information transmitter 14 has at least two elements so that a situation in which the information transmitter 14 is inserted can be distinguished from a situation in which the information transmitter 14 is not plugged in.
  • Figures 5 and 6 illustrate schematically an embodiment for the interaction of information transmitter 14 and information receiver 20.
  • Figure 5 shows the information transmitter 14, which is pivotable about an axis 32 and eight contact elements 24 has.
  • the contact elements 24 do not touch the eight contact pads 22 on the board 21 in the idle state.
  • the information transmitter 14 could have eight elements T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, T6, T7, T8 However, it does not have any elements in the locations between elements T3, T4 and T4, T5. That is, the elements T4, T6 are not present; they are therefore shown in Figure 6 by broken lines.
  • the information transmitter 14 is pivoted.
  • the elements T1, T2, T3, T5, T7, T8 press the corresponding contact elements 24 against the contact fields 22.
  • the contact elements 24, which are not facing any elements (here T4 and T6), are not pressed against the contact pads 22.
  • the electrical module 8 does not interpret incorrect addresses or functions when inserting or removing the information transmitter 14.
  • element T1 first comes into contact with a contact element 24. Only then do the remaining elements come into contact with their associated contact elements 24.
  • the element first closes in one embodiment T8 the circuit. This means that only when the information transmitter 14 is fully inserted does the module 8 receive power.
  • the element T8 may be somewhat shorter than the other elements T1-T7. This can additionally ensure that the element T8 presses on a contact element 24 only when all other elements T1-T7 are already in their final position.
  • the described electrical device 6 makes it possible to address the location of the electrical device 6 or to determine the functionality of the electrical device 6 at this location.
  • the information transmitter 14 can be coded individually for each location by means of the elements T1-T8.
  • Such coding may in one embodiment include a reset function by which the electrical module 8 can be placed in an initial state.
  • the interaction of the information transmitter 14 and the information receiver 20 enables a mechanical locking of the electrical module 8. This results in one embodiment, a kind of main switch function, since the electric module 8 switches off automatically as soon as the information transmitter 14 is removed from the Informationsetzêt 20.

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An electrical device (6) includes a identification transmitter (14) having a first setting in which the electrical module (8) is in a non-operative state and which has a second state in which the electrical module is in an operative state. An identification detector (20) functions together with the identification transmitter (14) in the second state, in order to evaluate defined information from the information transmitter (14).

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Die im folgenden beschriebenen Ausführungsbeispiele betreffen eine elektrische Einrichtung mit einem elektrischen Modul zur Kommunikation zwischen dem Modul und einer anderen elektrischen Einrichtung.The embodiments described below relate to an electrical device with an electrical module for communication between the module and another electrical device.

Eine solche elektrische Einrichtung kommt beispielsweise in komplexen technischen Systemen, wie z. B. Heizungs-, Lüftungs- und Klimaanlagen, Zutritts- und Feuerüberwachungssysteme oder allgemein Gebäudeautomatisationsanlagen zur Anwendung. EP 1 211 582 beschreibt eine Gebäudeautomatisationsanlage, bei der eine Vielzahl sogenannter Feldgeräte, wie z. B. Sensoren und Stellglieder, zu bedienen ist. Einzelne Anlagenteile kommunizieren in einer solchen Gebäudeautomatisationsanlage über Ein- und Ausgabemodulsysteme, im folgenden I/O Modulsysteme genannt, und ein oder mehrere Bussysteme.Such an electrical device is used for example in complex technical systems, such. As heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, access and fire control systems or building automation systems generally used. EP 1 211 582 describes a building automation system in which a plurality of so-called field devices such. As sensors and actuators to use. Individual plant components communicate in such a building automation system via input and output module systems, referred to below as I / O module systems, and one or more bus systems.

Die I/O Modulsysteme bilden die Schnittstellen zwischen den Feldgeräten und anderen Anlagenteilen. Sie dienen zum Umsetzen von Bussignalen einer Automationsstation in Signale für die Feldgeräte und umgekehrt. Die I/O Modulsysteme sind üblicherweise auf Installationsleisten montiert und in Schaltschränken untergebracht. Bei der Installation eines I/O Modulssystems wird zuerst ein Sockel auf die Installationsleiste montiert und dann das elektrische I/O Modul auf den Sockel befestigt und elektrisch kontaktiert.The I / O module systems form the interfaces between the field devices and other plant components. They are used to convert bus signals of an automation station into signals for the field devices and vice versa. The I / O module systems are usually mounted on installation strips and housed in control cabinets. When installing an I / O module system, first install a socket on the installation board and then attach and electrically contact the electrical I / O module to the socket.

Die Kommunikation über ein Bussystem erfordert typischerweise, dass die einzelnen Feldgeräte und I/O Module adressierbar sind. In der genannten EP 1 211 582 B1 erfolgt die Adressierung mit Hilfe von an einem I/O Modul einstellbaren Kommunikationsadressen, die in einem nichtflüchtigen Speichermodul (z. B. einem Nonvolatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM)) des I/O Moduls gespeichert sind.Communication over a bus system typically requires that the individual field devices and I / O modules be addressable. In the cited EP 1 211 582 B1, the addressing takes place with the aid of communication addresses which can be set on an I / O module and which are stored in a non-volatile memory module (eg a Nonvolatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM)) of the I / O module.

Bei von einem Sockel zu lösenden elektrischen Einheiten oder Modulen besteht generell die Gefahr, dass bei der Wartung oder dem Austausch von defekten elektrischen Modulen die elektrischen Module vertauscht werden. Dies kann beispielsweise dazu führen, dass ein elektrisches Modul mit einer im System bekannten Adresse nach der Wartung in einem "falschen" Sockel steckt und damit einem anderen Feldgerät zugeordnet ist. Dies kann zu einer Fehlfunktion des Systems führt. Um diese Gefahr zu beheben, beschreibt EP 592 923 A1 eine elektrische Einrichtung mit einer mechanischen Schlüssel-Schloss Einrichtung. Nur das elektrische Modul mit dem passenden Schlüssel passt in das Schloss des Sockels.In the case of electrical units or modules to be detached from a socket, there is a general risk of malfunctioning during maintenance or replacement electrical modules, the electrical modules are reversed. For example, this can lead to an electrical module with an address known in the system being put in a "wrong" socket after the maintenance and thus being assigned to another field device. This can lead to a malfunction of the system. In order to remedy this danger, EP 592 923 A1 describes an electrical device with a mechanical key-lock device. Only the electrical module with the matching key fits into the lock of the socket.

Die in EP 592 923 A1 beschriebene Schlüssel-Schloss Einrichtung erfordert, dass unter Umständen mehrere elektrische Module auf den Sockel gesteckt werden, bis das Modul mit dem passenden Schlüssel in das Schloss des Sockels passt. Dies kann unter Umständen einen erhöhten Zeitaufwand erfordern.The key lock device described in EP 592 923 A1 requires that several electrical modules may be plugged onto the socket until the module with the appropriate key fits into the lock of the socket. This may require an increased amount of time.

Ein Aspekt der im folgenden beschriebenen Ausführungsbeispiele betrifft daher eine elektrische Einrichtung, die auf eine alternative Weise verhindert, dass nach einer Wartung oder Reparatur eine Systemfehlfunktion auftritt. Eine solche elektrische Einrichtung besteht aus einem elektrischen Modul zur Kommunikation zwischen dem elektrischen Modul und einer anderen elektrischen Einrichtung. Ein Identifikationsgeber ist vorhanden, der eine erste Stellung, in der das elektrische Modul in einem nicht operativen Zustand ist, und eine zweite Stellung hat, in der das elektrische Modul in einem operativen Zustand ist. Ein Identifikationsaufnehmer ist vorhanden, der mit dem Identifikationsgeber in der zweiten Stellung zusammen wirkt, um eine vom Identifikationsgeber definierte Information auszuwerten.One aspect of the embodiments described below, therefore, relates to an electrical device that, in an alternative manner, prevents a system malfunction from occurring after service or repair. Such an electrical device consists of an electrical module for communication between the electrical module and another electrical device. An identification transmitter is provided having a first position in which the electrical module is in a non-operative state and a second position in which the electrical module is in an operative state. An identification pick-up is provided which cooperates with the identification transmitter in the second position to evaluate an information defined by the identification transmitter.

In einem Ausführungsbeispiel hat die elektrische Einrichtung einen Sockel, der das elektrische Modul entnehmbar aufnimmt und elektrisch kontaktiert. Der Sockel enthält dabei den Identifikationsgeber.In one embodiment, the electrical device has a base that removably receives and electrically contacts the electrical module. The base contains the identification transmitter.

Die elektrische Einrichtung ermöglicht ein alternatives Adressierungskonzept. Bei bekannten Systemen wird beispielsweise einem entnehmbaren I/O Modul eine Adresse zugeteilt und im Modul gespeichert. Bei der hier beschriebenen elektrischen Einrichtung ist dagegen der Ort des fest installierten Sockels oder die Verkabelung zum Sockel adressiert, da sich der Informationsgeber am Sockel befindet. Es erfolgt demnach keine direkte Adressierung des entnehmbaren I/O Moduls. Erst wenn das Modul in den Sockel gesteckt und kontaktiert ist, ist die Adresse oder die Funktion des I/O Moduls an diesem Ort festgelegt, z. B. als Bindeglied zu einem Temperatursensor.The electrical device allows an alternative addressing concept. In known systems, for example, an addressable I / O module is assigned an address and stored in the module. In the case of the electrical device described here, however, the location of the permanently installed base or the wiring to the base is addressed, since the information transmitter on the base located. Accordingly, there is no direct addressing of the removable I / O module. Only when the module is plugged into the socket and contacted is the address or function of the I / O module fixed at that location, e.g. B. as a link to a temperature sensor.

Diese und andere Aspekte, Vorteile und neue Merkmale der im folgenden beschriebenen Ausführungsbeispiele werden in der nachfolgenden detaillierten Beschreibung mit Bezug auf die Zeichnungen erläutert. In den Zeichnungen haben gleiche Elemente die gleichen Bezugszeichen.

  • Figur 1 zeigt den prinzipiellen Aufbau eines Ausführungsbeispiels einer Anordnung zur Überwachung, Steuerung und/oder Regelung einer betriebstechnischen Anlage eines Gebäudes,
  • Figuren 2.1 und 2.2 zeigen schematisch ein Ausführungsbeispiel einer elektrischen Einrichtung in verschiedenen Installationszuständen,
  • Figur 3 zeigt schematisch ein Ausführungsbeispiel eines Teils eines elektrischen Moduls der elektrischen Einrichtung mit einem Informationsgeber und einem Informationsaufnehmer,
  • Figur 4 zeigt den Ausschnitt gemäss Figur 3, bei dem der Informationsgeber in Kontakt mit dem Informationsaufnehmer ist, und
  • Figuren 5 und 6 illustrieren schematisch ein Ausführungsbeispiel für das Zusammenwirken von Informationsgeber und Informationsaufnehmer.
These and other aspects, advantages and novel features of the embodiments described below are explained in the following detailed description with reference to the drawings. In the drawings, like elements have the same reference numerals.
  • FIG. 1 shows the basic structure of an exemplary embodiment of an arrangement for monitoring, controlling and / or regulating an operational system of a building,
  • FIGS. 2.1 and 2.2 schematically show an exemplary embodiment of an electrical device in various installation states,
  • FIG. 3 schematically shows an exemplary embodiment of a part of an electrical module of the electrical device with an information transmitter and an information recorder,
  • FIG. 4 shows the detail according to FIG. 3, in which the information transmitter is in contact with the information recorder, and
  • Figures 5 and 6 illustrate schematically an embodiment for the interaction of information transmitter and Informationsaufnehmer.

Die Beschreibung der verschiedenen Ausführungsbeispiele einer elektrischen Einrichtung erfolgt im folgenden mit Bezug auf ein Gebäudeautomationssystem. Der Fachmann wird jedoch erkennen, dass die Merkmale der elektrischen Einrichtung generell in jedem System zur Anwendung kommen können, in dem der Ort der elektrischen Einrichtung innerhalb des Systems für die Funktion des Systems ausschlaggebend ist, wie z. B. bei einem Gefahrenmeldesystem für Gebäude und Anlagen, in einem elektrischen Gerät (z. B. einem Computer), oder in einer elektronischen Einrichtung eines Fahrzeugs oder Flugzeugs.The description of the various embodiments of an electrical device is given below with reference to a building automation system. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that the features of the electrical device may generally be used in any system in which the location of the electrical device within the system is critical to the operation of the system, such as, for example, In a hazard alarm system for buildings and facilities, in an electrical device (eg, a computer), or in an electronic device of a vehicle or aircraft.

Figur 1 zeigt in einer schematischen Darstellung den prinzipiellen Aufbau eines Ausführungsbeispiels einer Anordnung zur Überwachung, Steuerung und/oder Regelung eines Gebäudeautomationssystems. Im illustrierten Ausführungsbeispiel verbindet ein Kommunikationsmedium 1 Einheiten 2, 3 und eine elektrische Einrichtung 6, um eine Kommunikation mit und zwischen diesen Anlagenteilen zu ermöglichen. Der Fachmann erkennt, dass in einer solchen Anordnung mehrere elektrische Einrichtungen 6 an das Kommunikationsmedium 1 angeschlossen sein können, wie in Figur 1 angedeutet (...).Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of the basic structure of an embodiment of an arrangement for monitoring, control and / or Regulation of a building automation system. In the illustrated embodiment, a communication medium 1 connects units 2, 3 and an electrical device 6 to enable communication with and between these plant parts. The person skilled in the art recognizes that in such an arrangement a plurality of electrical devices 6 can be connected to the communication medium 1, as indicated in FIG. 1 (...).

In Figur 1 ist ein Ausführungsbeispiel der elektrischen Einrichtung 6 zur Illustration detaillierter gezeigt. Wie unten noch detaillierter beschrieben, zeigt Figur 1 die elektrische Einrichtung 6 in einem Servicezustand. Die elektrische Einrichtung 6 enthält ein elektrisches Modul 8 und kann als integrierte Einheit direkt an das Kommunikationsmedium 1 angeschlossen sein. Ein Identifikationsgeber 14 ist vorhanden, der eine erste Stellung, in der das elektrische Modul 8 in einem nicht operativen Zustand ist, und eine zweite Stellung hat, in der das elektrische Modul 8 in einem operativen Zustand ist. Ausserdem ist ein Identifikationsaufnehmer 20 vorhanden, der mit dem Identifikationsgeber in der zweiten Stellung zusammen wirkt, um eine vom Identifikationsgeber definierte Information auszuwerten.1 shows an embodiment of the electrical device 6 is shown in more detail for illustration. As described in more detail below, FIG. 1 shows the electrical device 6 in a service state. The electrical device 6 contains an electrical module 8 and can be connected as an integrated unit directly to the communication medium 1. An identification transmitter 14 is provided which has a first position in which the electrical module 8 is in a non-operative state and a second position in which the electrical module 8 is in an operative state. In addition, an identification pickup 20 is provided which cooperates with the identification transmitter in the second position to evaluate a defined by the identification transmitter information.

In einem anderen Ausführungsbeispiel, das in Figur 1 gezeigt ist, enthält die elektrische Einrichtung 6 zwei Komponenten, nämlich das elektrischen Modul 8 und einen Sockel 12, der das elektrische Modul 8 entnehmbar aufnimmt und elektrisch kontaktiert, um eine Kommunikation zwischen dem elektrischen Modul 8 und anderen elektrischen Einrichtungen zu ermöglichen. Der Sockel 12 enthält den Identifikationsgeber 14, der eine erste und zweite Stellung hat. In der ersten Stellung ist das elektrische Modul 8 im Sockel 12 nicht operativ installiert. In der zweiten Stellung ist das elektrische Modul 8 im Sockel 12 operativ installiert. Das elektrische Modul 8 enthält den Identifikationsaufnehmer 20, der mit dem Identifikationsgeber 14 in der zweiten Stellung zusammen wirkt, um die vom Identifikationsgeber 14 definierte Information auszuwerten.In another embodiment shown in FIG. 1, the electrical device 6 includes two components, namely the electrical module 8 and a base 12 which removably receives and electrically contacts the electrical module 8 to facilitate communication between the electrical module 8 and to allow other electrical equipment. The base 12 includes the identification transmitter 14, which has a first and second position. In the first position, the electrical module 8 is not operationally installed in the base 12. In the second position, the electrical module 8 is installed in the base 12 operatively. The electrical module 8 contains the identification receiver 20, which interacts with the identification transmitter 14 in the second position in order to evaluate the information defined by the identification transmitter 14.

In einem Ausführungsbeispiel sind die Einheiten 2, 3 je ein Regel- und/oder Steuergerät, und die elektrische Einrichtung 6 ist ein I/O Modul, das zur Steuerung und Adaption von daran verbundenen Feldgeräten 5 dient. Die elektrische Einrichtung 6 kann in einem Ausführungsbeispiel über ein weiteres Bussystem mit anderen I/O Modulen verbunden sein, wie in Figur 1 angedeutet ist (...). Ausserdem kann die elektrische Einrichtung 6 eine Bedieneinrichtung 10 für eine Benutzerschnittstelle haben. In einer Variante der elektrischen Einrichtung 6 umfasst die Bedieneinrichtung 10 auch einen Anschluss für ein Bildschirmterminal oder einen mobilen Computer. In einem Ausführungsbeispiel der in Figur 1 gezeigten Anordnung ist die Einheit 2 über ein weiteres Kommunikationsmedium 18 mit einem ihm übergeordneten System, beispielsweise mit einer Zentrale, verbunden. Bei Bedarf ist die Einheit 3 mit einem Bildschirmterminal oder einem Computer 4 verbunden.In one embodiment, the units 2, 3 are each a control and / or control device, and the electrical device 6 is an I / O module, which is used for the control and adaptation of field devices 5 connected thereto. The electrical device 6 can in one embodiment via a further bus system with be connected to other I / O modules, as indicated in Figure 1 (...). In addition, the electrical device 6 may have an operating device 10 for a user interface. In a variant of the electrical device 6, the operating device 10 also includes a connection for a screen terminal or a mobile computer. In one embodiment of the arrangement shown in Figure 1, the unit 2 is connected via a further communication medium 18 with a parent system, such as a central office. If necessary, the unit 3 is connected to a display terminal or a computer 4.

Die in der Anordnung einsetzbaren Bussysteme und Technologien sind beispielsweise LON oder LonWorks™ der Firma ECHELON, der Europäische Installationsbus EIB oder der nach deutscher Norm DIN 19245 definierte PROFIBUS. Grundsätzlich sind anstelle des Bussystems oder in Ergänzung dazu auch optische und hybride Datenkommunikationskanäle oder ein Funknetz einsetzbar, beispielsweise ein Glasfasernetz oder ein zellulares Funktelefonnetz, wie etwa GSM oder UMTS.The bus systems and technologies that can be used in the arrangement are, for example, LON or LonWorks ™ from ECHELON, the European installation bus EIB or the PROFIBUS defined according to German standard DIN 19245. In principle, it is also possible to use optical and hybrid data communication channels or a radio network instead of the bus system or in addition thereto, for example a glass fiber network or a cellular radio telephone network, such as GSM or UMTS.

Die elektrische Einrichtung 6 hat mehrere Anschlussstellen A, B für die Feldgeräte 5. Grundsätzlich ist die Anzahl der implementierten Anschlussstellen pro elektrische Einrichtung 6 in weiten Grenzen wählbar.The electrical device 6 has a plurality of connection points A, B for the field devices 5. In principle, the number of implemented connection points per electrical device 6 can be selected within wide limits.

Die Anschlussstellen A, B sind grundsätzlich identisch aufgebaut und universal als Eingabeport und als Ausgabeport einsetzbar, z. B. bidirektional und für analoge und digitale Signale. Die Anschlussstelle A, B kann jeweils mehrere Anschlusspunkte (z. B. 4) für das Feldgerät 5 haben. Die universelle Anschlussstelle A, B ist also für eine Vielzahl von Feldgerättypen einsetzbar und zwar für Sensoren oder Aktuatoren, also für Feldgeräte mit Analog-Eingabe, Analog-Ausgabe, Digital-Eingabe oder Digital-Ausgabe, jeweils mit oder ohne Speisung über die Anschlussstelle A oder B. Das Feldgerät 5 kann beispielsweise ein Sensor zur Erfassung einer Prozessgrösse oder ein Stellantrieb zur Beeinflussung einer Prozessgrösse sein. So können beispielsweise an die Anschlussstellen A, B ein Temperaturfühler, ein Feuchtefühler, ein Stellantrieb für eine Lüftungsklappe, ein Gas-Sensor, ein Schalter oder ein Stellglied mit Positionsrückmeldung angeschlossen sein.The connection points A, B are basically identical and can be used universally as an input port and output port, z. B. bidirectional and for analog and digital signals. The connection point A, B can each have a plurality of connection points (eg 4) for the field device 5. The universal connection point A, B can therefore be used for a large number of field device types, namely for sensors or actuators, that is to say for field devices with analog input, analog output, digital input or digital output, with or without power supply via the connection point A. or B. The field device 5 may be, for example, a sensor for detecting a process variable or an actuator for influencing a process variable. For example, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, an actuator for a ventilation flap, a gas sensor, a switch or an actuator with position feedback can be connected to the connection points A, B.

Zum Zweck einer tiefer gehenden Beschreibung zeigen die Figuren 2.1 und 2.2 ein Ausführungsbeispiel der elektrischen Einrichtung 6 in verschiedenen Installationszuständen, nämlich in einem nicht installierten Zustand (Figur 2.1) und einem installierten Zustand (Figur 2.2). Im nicht installierten Zustand ist, wie in Figur 2.1 gezeigt, das elektrische Modul 8 nicht auf den Sockel 12 montiert. In diesem Zustand ist der Informationsgeber 14 nicht in Kontakt mit dem Informationsaufnehmer 20 des elektrischen Moduls 8. In Figur 2.2 ist das elektrische Modul 8 auf den Sockel 12 montiert und elektrisch kontaktiert. Der Informationsgeber 14 ist in diesem Zustand in Kontakt mit dem Informationsaufnehmer 20.For the purpose of a more detailed description, Figures 2.1 and 2.2 show an embodiment of the electrical device 6 in various installation states, namely in an uninstalled state (Figure 2.1) and an installed state (Figure 2.2). In the uninstalled state, as shown in Figure 2.1, the electrical module 8 is not mounted on the base 12. In this state, the information transmitter 14 is not in contact with the information receiver 20 of the electrical module 8. In Figure 2.2, the electrical module 8 is mounted on the base 12 and electrically contacted. The information transmitter 14 is in contact with the information receiver 20 in this state.

In einem Ausführungsbeispiel können der Informationsgeber 14 und der Informationsaufnehmer 20 so ausgeführt sein, dass diese das elektrische Modul 8 mechanisch verriegeln, wenn der Informationsgeber 14 in Kontakt mit dem Informationsaufnehmer 20 ist. Sobald beispielsweise ein Servicetechniker den Kontakt unterbricht, erkennt das elektrische Modul 8, dass sein Betrieb unterbrochen werden soll und schaltet sich automatisch ab. Das elektrische Modul 8 kann dann sicher und gefahrlos aus dem Sockel 12 entnommen werden.In one embodiment, the information transmitter 14 and the information receiver 20 may be configured to mechanically lock the electrical module 8 when the information transmitter 14 is in contact with the information receiver 20. For example, as soon as a service technician interrupts the contact, the electrical module 8 detects that its operation should be interrupted and switches off automatically. The electrical module 8 can then be safely and safely removed from the base 12.

In einem Ausführungsbeispiel kann die elektrische Einrichtung 6 ausserdem einen Servicezustand einnehmen, wie z. B. in Figur 1 angedeutet. In diesem Zustand ist der Informationsgeber 14 ebenfalls nicht in Kontakt mit dem Informationsaufnehmer 20. Das elektrische Modul 8 befindet sich im Sockel 12, ist jedoch nicht mehr in elektrischem Kontakt mit dem Sockel 12. Durch die Trennung des elektrischen Moduls 8 vom Sockel 12 und damit von den Feldgeräten 5 können diese von einem Servicetechniker sicher und gefahrlos überprüft und gewartet werden. Da das elektrische Modul 8 und der Informationsgeber 14 mechanisch mit dem Sockel 12 verbunden bleiben, ist die Gefahr einer Verwechslung beim Wiedereinsetzen mit anderen baugleichen Komponenten ausgeschlossen oder zumindest wesentlich reduziert.In one embodiment, the electrical device 6 may also assume a service state, such. B. indicated in Figure 1. In this state, the information transmitter 14 is also not in contact with the information receiver 20. The electrical module 8 is located in the base 12, but is no longer in electrical contact with the base 12. By the separation of the electrical module 8 from the base 12 and thus From the field devices 5, these can be safely and safely checked and maintained by a service technician. Since the electrical module 8 and the information transmitter 14 remain mechanically connected to the base 12, the risk of confusion when reinserting with other identical components is excluded or at least substantially reduced.

Figur 3 und 4 zeigen schematisch und vereinfacht einen Teil des elektrischen Moduls 8, um ein Ausführungsbeispiel prinzipiell zu erläutern. Der gezeigte Teil des elektrischen Moduls 8 geht aus einem theoretischen Schnitt durch das elektrische Modul 8 hervor, der so gelegt ist, dass eine nähere Umgebung des Informationsaufnehmers 20 sichtbar ist. Der Fachmann erkennt, dass es sich dabei nur um ein prinzipielles Ausführungsbeispiel handelt und unter Umständen zusätzliche und/oder andere Elemente vorteilhaft sein können, um die gewünschten mechanischen oder elektrischen Funktionalitäten zu erreichen.Figures 3 and 4 show schematically and simplified part of the electrical module 8, to explain an embodiment in principle. The part of the shown electrical module 8 is apparent from a theoretical section through the electrical module 8, which is placed so that a closer environment of the information sensor 20 is visible. The person skilled in the art recognizes that this is only an exemplary embodiment and that under certain circumstances additional and / or other elements may be advantageous in order to achieve the desired mechanical or electrical functionalities.

Wie in Figur 3 angedeutet besteht das elektrische Modul 8 aus einem Gehäuse 26, das den Informationsaufnehmer 20 enthält. Von aussen betrachtet erscheint in einem Ausführungsbeispiel ein Teil des Informationsaufnehmers 20 als Buchse. Ausserhalb des Gehäuses 26 ist der Informationsgeber 14 angedeutet, der in einem Ausführungsbeispiel als Stecker ausgebildet ist, der in die Buchse des Informationsaufnehmers 20 passt. Innerhalb des Gehäuses 26 befindet sich eine Leiterplatte 21 mit einem Kontaktfeld 22. Ein Kontaktelement 24 hat einen Kontaktpunkt 28 und ist direkt oder indirekt mit dem Gehäuse 26 verbunden. In Figur 3 ist der Informationsgeber 14 nicht in Kontakt mit dem Informationsaufnehmer 20 und der Kontaktpunkt 28 berührt das Kontaktfeld 22 nicht. Die elektrische Einrichtung 6 befindet sich daher entweder im nicht installierten Zustand oder im Servicezustand.As indicated in FIG. 3, the electrical module 8 consists of a housing 26 which contains the information receiver 20. Viewed from the outside, in one embodiment, a portion of the information receiver 20 appears as a socket. Outside the housing 26, the information transmitter 14 is indicated, which is formed in one embodiment as a plug which fits into the socket of the information sensor 20. Within the housing 26 is a printed circuit board 21 having a contact pad 22. A contact element 24 has a contact point 28 and is connected directly or indirectly to the housing 26. In Figure 3, the information transmitter 14 is not in contact with the information receiver 20 and the contact point 28 does not touch the contact pad 22. The electrical device 6 is therefore either in the uninstalled state or in the service state.

Figur 4 zeigt einen Teil des elektrischen Moduls 8 im installierten Zustand der elektrischen Einrichtung 6. In diesem Zustand ist der Informationsgeber 14 in Kontakt mit dem Informationsaufnehmer 20. Der Informationsgeber 14 übt dabei eine Kraft auf das Kontaktelement 24 aus und drückt das Kontaktelement 24 und damit auch den Kontaktpunkt 28 in Richtung der Leiterplatte 21. In diesem Zustand berührt der Kontaktpunkt 28 das Kontaktfeld 22. Der Informationsgeber 14 stellt daher einen elektrischen Kontakt her, der das elektrische Modul 8 in einen vorbestimmten Zustand versetzt. Der vorbestimmte Zustand kann in einem Ausführungsbeispiel eine oder mehrere Funktionalitäten oder die Zuordnung einer Adresse beinhalten. In einem anderen Ausführungsbeispiel kann der vorbestimmte Zustand eine Kombination aus Funktionalität und Adresse sein.FIG. 4 shows a part of the electrical module 8 in the installed state of the electrical device 6. In this state, the information transmitter 14 is in contact with the information receiver 20. The information transmitter 14 exerts a force on the contact element 24 and presses the contact element 24 and thus also the contact point 28 in the direction of the printed circuit board 21. In this state, the contact point 28 touches the contact pad 22. The information transmitter 14 therefore establishes an electrical contact, which sets the electrical module 8 in a predetermined state. The predetermined state may in one embodiment include one or more functionalities or the assignment of an address. In another embodiment, the predetermined state may be a combination of functionality and address.

Das Kontaktelement 24 ist in einem Ausführungsbeispiel eine Blattfeder aus einem elektrisch leitfähigen Material, z. B. Kupfer, eine Kupferlegierung oder Federstahl.The contact element 24 is in one embodiment, a leaf spring made of an electrically conductive material, for. As copper, a copper alloy or spring steel.

Die Blattfeder ist so am Gehäuse 26 befestigt, dass sie im Ruhezustand, wie in Figur 3 gezeigt, keinen Kontakt mit dem Kontaktfeld 22 hat und an einem Vorsprung 30 anliegt. Erst der Informationsgeber 14 drückt die Blattfeder vom Vorsprung 30 weg und den Kontaktpunkt 28 gegen das Kontaktfeld 22, so dass ein elektrischer Kontakt entsteht. Sobald der Informationsgeber 14 wieder aus dem Informationsaufnehmer 20 entfernt ist, wird der Kontakt unterbrochen und das Kontaktelement 24 nimmt am Vorsprung 30 den Ruhezustand ein.The leaf spring is secured to the housing 26 so that it has no contact with the contact pad 22 in the resting state, as shown in Figure 3 and rests against a projection 30. Only the information transmitter 14 presses the leaf spring away from the projection 30 and the contact point 28 against the contact pad 22, so that an electrical contact is formed. As soon as the information transmitter 14 is removed again from the information receiver 20, the contact is interrupted and the contact element 24 assumes the resting state on the projection 30.

In einem Ausführungsbeispiel der elektrischen Einrichtung 6 hat die Leiterplatte 21 mehrere Kontaktfelder 22. Jedem Kontaktfeld 22 ist in diesem Ausführungsbeispiel ein Kontaktpunkt 28 zugeordnet. Die Anzahl der Kontaktfelder 22 ist demnach gleich der Anzahl der Kontaktpunkte 28. Die Anzahl der Kontaktfelder 22 und der entsprechenden Kontaktpunkte 28 ist in weiten Grenzen wählbar und auf gewünschte Funktionalität, zulässige Modulkosten und Platzbedarf abzustimmen. In einem Ausführungsbeispiel für eine Anwendung in Gebäudeautomatisationsanlagen werden typischerweise acht oder zehn Kontaktsstellen pro elektrische Einrichtung 6 verwirklicht.In one embodiment of the electrical device 6, the printed circuit board 21 has a plurality of contact pads 22. Each contact pad 22 is associated with a contact point 28 in this embodiment. The number of contact pads 22 is therefore equal to the number of contact points 28. The number of contact pads 22 and the corresponding contact points 28 can be selected within wide limits and to match desired functionality, allowable module costs and space requirements. In one embodiment for an application in building automation systems typically eight or ten contact points per electrical device 6 are realized.

Das in Figur 3 und Figur 4 erläuterte Prinzip gilt für jede Kontaktstelle. Der Informationsgeber 14 ist entsprechend der Anzahl der Kontaktfelder 22 und der Kontaktpunkte 28 konfiguriert. Das heisst, der Informationsgeber 14 hat in einem Ausführungsbeispiel eine entsprechende Anzahl von "Plätzen", die entweder durch ein Element oder eine Freistelle belegt sind. Ein Element drückt auf ein Kontaktelement 24, während eine Freistelle auf kein Kontaktelement 24 drückt. Jede Kontaktstelle kann also offen oder geschlossen sein, abhängig davon, ob der Informationsgeber 14 auf ein Kontaktelement 24 drückt oder nicht. Mit einer beispielsweise gewählten Anzahl von acht Kontaktstellen lassen sich z. B. 127 Adressen oder Funktionen, oder eine Kombination aus Adressen und Funktionen codieren. Der Informationsgeber 14 hat in einem Ausführungsbeispiel mindestens zwei Elemente, damit sich eine Situation, in der der Informationsgeber 14 eingesteckt ist, von einer Situation, in der der Informationsgeber 14 nicht eingesteckt ist, unterscheiden lässt.The principle explained in FIGS. 3 and 4 applies to each contact point. The information transmitter 14 is configured according to the number of the contact pads 22 and the contact points 28. That is, the information provider 14 has in one embodiment, a corresponding number of "places" that are occupied either by an element or an exemption. One element presses on a contact element 24, while a free position does not press on any contact element 24. Each contact point may therefore be open or closed, depending on whether the information transmitter 14 presses on a contact element 24 or not. With an example selected number of eight contact points can be z. For example, encode 127 addresses or functions, or a combination of addresses and functions. In one exemplary embodiment, the information transmitter 14 has at least two elements so that a situation in which the information transmitter 14 is inserted can be distinguished from a situation in which the information transmitter 14 is not plugged in.

Figuren 5 und 6 illustrieren schematisch ein Ausführungsbeispiel für das Zusammenwirken von Informationsgeber 14 und Informationsaufnehmer 20. Figur 5 zeigt den Informationsgeber 14, der um eine Achse 32 schwenkbar ist und acht Kontaktelemente 24 hat. Die Kontaktelemente 24 berühren im Ruhezustand die acht Kontaktfelder 22 auf der Platine 21 nicht. Der Informationsgeber 14 hat einen Körper 34 und vom Körper 34 abstehende Elemente Ti, i = 1, 2, 3 .... Im gezeigten Ausführungsbeispiel könnte der Informationsgeber 14 acht Elemente T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, T6, T7, T8 haben, er hat jedoch keine Elemente an den Stellen zwischen den Elementen T3, T4 und T4, T5. Das heisst, die Elemente T4, T6 sind nicht vorhanden; sie sind deshalb in Figur 6 durch unterbrochene Linien gezeigt. In Figur 6 ist der Informationsgeber 14 eingeschwenkt. Die Elemente T1, T2, T3, T5, T7, T8 drücken die entsprechenden Kontaktelemente 24 an die Kontaktfelder 22. Die Kontaktelemente 24, denen keine Elemente (hier T4 und T6) gegenüberstehen, werden nicht an die Kontaktfelder 22 gedrückt.Figures 5 and 6 illustrate schematically an embodiment for the interaction of information transmitter 14 and information receiver 20. Figure 5 shows the information transmitter 14, which is pivotable about an axis 32 and eight contact elements 24 has. The contact elements 24 do not touch the eight contact pads 22 on the board 21 in the idle state. The information transmitter 14 has a body 34 and elements 34 Ti, i = 1, 2, 3 protruding from the body 34. In the exemplary embodiment shown, the information transmitter 14 could have eight elements T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, T6, T7, T8 However, it does not have any elements in the locations between elements T3, T4 and T4, T5. That is, the elements T4, T6 are not present; they are therefore shown in Figure 6 by broken lines. In Figure 6, the information transmitter 14 is pivoted. The elements T1, T2, T3, T5, T7, T8 press the corresponding contact elements 24 against the contact fields 22. The contact elements 24, which are not facing any elements (here T4 and T6), are not pressed against the contact pads 22.

In einem Ausführungsbeispiel sind spezielle Vorkehrungen getroffen, damit zum Beispiel das elektrische Modul 8 beim Einsetzen bzw. Entfernen des Informationsgebers 14 keine falsche Adressen oder Funktionen interpretiert. Beim Einsetzen, zum Beispiel, kommt das Element T1 zuerst in Kontakt mit einem Kontaktelement 24. Erst danach kommen die verbleibenden Elemente in Kontakt mit den ihnen zugeordneten Kontaktelementen 24. Um während dieser Zeit, undefinierte Zustände zu vermeiden, schliesst in einem Ausführungsbeispiel erst das Element T8 den Stromkreis. Das heisst, erst wenn der Informationsgeber 14 ganz eingeführt ist, erhält das Modul 8 Strom. Zusätzlich zur Funktion den Stromkreis zu schliessen, kann in einem Ausführungsbeispiel das Element T8 etwas kürzer sein als die anderen Elemente T1-T7. Dadurch kann zusätzlich sichergestellt werden, dass das Element T8 erst dann auf ein Kontaktelement 24 drückt, wenn alle anderen Elemente T1-T7 bereits in ihrer endgültigen Position sind.In one embodiment, special precautions are taken so that, for example, the electrical module 8 does not interpret incorrect addresses or functions when inserting or removing the information transmitter 14. Upon insertion, for example, element T1 first comes into contact with a contact element 24. Only then do the remaining elements come into contact with their associated contact elements 24. In order to avoid undefined states during this time, the element first closes in one embodiment T8 the circuit. This means that only when the information transmitter 14 is fully inserted does the module 8 receive power. In addition to the function of closing the circuit, in one embodiment the element T8 may be somewhat shorter than the other elements T1-T7. This can additionally ensure that the element T8 presses on a contact element 24 only when all other elements T1-T7 are already in their final position.

Die beschriebene elektrische Einrichtung 6 ermöglicht es, den Ort der elektrischen Einrichtung 6 zu adressieren oder die Funktionalität der elektrischen Einrichtung 6 an diesem Ort festzulegen. Dazu kann der Informationsgeber 14 für jeden Ort individuell mittels der Elemente T1-T8 codiert werden. Eine solche Codierung kann in einem Ausführungsbeispiel eine Reset-Funktion enthalten, durch die das elektrische Modul 8 in einen Ausgangszustand versetzt werden kann. Zusätzlich ermöglicht das Zusammenwirken des Informationsgebers 14 und des Informationsaufnehmers 20 eine mechanische Verriegelung des elektrischen Moduls 8. Dadurch ergibt sich in einem Ausführungsbeispiel eine Art Hauptschalterfunktion, da sich das elektrische Modul 8 automatisch abschaltet, sobald der Informationsgeber 14 aus dem Informationsaufnehmer 20 entfernt wird.The described electrical device 6 makes it possible to address the location of the electrical device 6 or to determine the functionality of the electrical device 6 at this location. For this purpose, the information transmitter 14 can be coded individually for each location by means of the elements T1-T8. Such coding may in one embodiment include a reset function by which the electrical module 8 can be placed in an initial state. In addition, the interaction of the information transmitter 14 and the information receiver 20 enables a mechanical locking of the electrical module 8. This results in one embodiment, a kind of main switch function, since the electric module 8 switches off automatically as soon as the information transmitter 14 is removed from the Informationsaufnehmer 20.

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Elektrische Einrichtung (6) mit einem elektrischen Modul (8) zur Kommunikation zwischen dem elektrischen Modul (8) und einer anderen elektrischen Einrichtung, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass ein Identifikationsgeber (14) vorhanden ist, der eine erste Stellung hat, in der das elektrische Modul (8) in einem nicht operativen Zustand ist, und der eine zweite Stellung hat, in der das elektrische Modul (8) in einem operativen Zustand ist, und dass ein Identifikationsaufnehmer (20) vorhanden ist, der mit dem Identifikationsgeber (14) in der zweiten Stellung zusammen wirkt, um eine vom Identifikationsgeber (14) definierte Information auszuwerten. Electrical device (6) having an electrical module (8) for communication between the electrical module (8) and another electrical device, characterized in that there is provided an identification transmitter (14) having a first position in which the electrical module (8) is in a non-operative state and having a second position in which the electrical module (8) is in an operative state , and in that an identification pickup (20) is present which cooperates with the identification transmitter (14) in the second position in order to evaluate information defined by the identification transmitter (14). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach Anspruch 1, bei der ein Sockel (12) vorhanden ist, der das elektrische Modul (8) entnehmbar aufnimmt und elektrisch kontaktiert.An electrical device (6) according to claim 1, wherein there is provided a pedestal (12) removably receiving and electrically contacting said electrical module (8). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach Anspruch 2, bei der der Identifikationsgeber (14) am Sockel (12) angeordnet ist.Electrical device (6) according to Claim 2, in which the identification transmitter (14) is arranged on the base (12). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach Anspruch 3, bei der das elektrische Modul (8) im nicht operativen Zustand nicht im Sockel (12) operativ installiert ist, und im operativen Zustand im Sockel (12) operativ installiert ist.An electrical device (6) according to claim 3, wherein the non-operative electrical module (8) is not installed in the socket (12) and is operatively installed in the socket (12) in operative condition. Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche 1 bis 4, bei der die Information eine Adresse für das elektrische Modul (8) definiert, um das elektrische Modul (8) in einem System zu identifizieren.An electrical device (6) according to any of the preceding claims 1 to 4, wherein the information defines an address for the electrical module (8) to identify the electrical module (8) in a system. Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche 1 bis 4, bei der die Information einen vorbestimmten operativen Zustand für das elektrische Modul (8) definiert.Electrical device (6) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 4, in which the information defines a predetermined operational state for the electrical module (8). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche 1 bis 6, bei der der Identifikationsgeber (14) als Stecker ausgebildet ist, und bei der der Identifikationsaufnehmer (20) als Buchse ausgebildet ist, um mindestens einen Teil des Identifikationsgebers (14) aufzunehmen.Electrical device (6) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 6, in which the identification transmitter (14) is designed as a plug, and wherein the identification receiver (20) is designed as a socket to receive at least a part of the identification transmitter (14). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach Anspruch 7, bei der der Stecker Elemente (T1 - T8) hat, die mit Kontaktelementen (24) des Identifikationsaufnehmers (20) zusammen wirken.An electrical device (6) according to claim 7, wherein the plug has elements (T1 - T8) which cooperate with contact elements (24) of the identification pickup (20). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach Anspruch 7, bei der der Stecker eine Kombination aus Elementen (T1 - T8) und Freistellen enthält, die mit Kontaktelementen (24) des Identifikationsaufnehmers (20) zusammen wirkt.An electrical device (6) according to claim 7, wherein the plug comprises a combination of elements (T1 - T8) and cutouts cooperating with contact elements (24) of the identification pickup (20). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach einem der Ansprüche 7 bis 9, bei der der Identifikationsaufnehmer (20) Blattfedern als Kontaktelemente (24) enthält.Electrical device (6) according to one of Claims 7 to 9, in which the identification sensor (20) contains leaf springs as contact elements (24). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach einem der Ansprüche 8 bis 10, bei der der Identifikationsgeber (14) und der Identifikationsaufnehmer (20) eine Verriegelung bewirken, die das elektrische Modul (8) mechanisch verriegelt.Electrical device (6) according to one of Claims 8 to 10, in which the identification transmitter (14) and the identification receiver (20) effect a locking which mechanically locks the electrical module (8). Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach Anspruch 11, bei der das elektrische Modul (8) abschaltet, wenn sich die Verriegelung löst.An electrical device (6) according to claim 11, wherein the electrical module (8) shuts off when the latch releases. Elektrische Einrichtung (6) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche 2 bis 12, bei der der Identifikationsgeber (14) beweglich am Sockel (12) befestigt ist.Electrical device (6) according to one of the preceding claims 2 to 12, wherein the identification transmitter (14) is movably mounted on the base (12).
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