Data Sheet

IQ5
Controller

IQ5 Controller

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Description Features
The IQ™5 controller provides a secure and versatile control ▪ IQ5 is designed to meet ISA ISA/IEC 62443-4-2, and has
platform for building and energy management systems. With been developed using processes that are fully certified to ISA/
three onboard Ethernet ports and three RS-485 ports the IQ5 IEC 62443-4-1.
not only enables the creation of a powerful Trend network but ▪ T1L high-speed secure bus for IQ5 I/O modules
provides the ability to interface with a wide range of third party ▪ Compatible I/O bus for IQ4 and XCITE (IQ3) I/O modules
devices using BACnet, Modbus, M-Bus, MSTP and many more. ▪ 3 Switched Gigabit Ethernet Ports
▪ 3 onboard RS-485 ports for Modbus, M-Bus, MSTP and XNC
The IQ5 integrates with the latest IQ5-IO input/output modules ▪ BACnet over IP
over a high-speed T1L bus. A separate bus is also provided for ▪ Automatic time synchronisation and daylight saving via SNTP
use with IO modules from the IQ4 and XCITE ranges. Flexible ▪ Embedded XML Web Services
licensing options allow the IQ5’s functionality and number of IO ▪ DIN rail mounting, DIN 19 size 2 standard enclosure
channels to be easily configured to match your application. ▪ USB local supervisor/engineering port
▪ 24 Vac/dc input power supply

Physical
119.5 mm (4.70”)

131 mm (5.16”)

140 mm (5.51”) 54.5 mm (2.15”)

144.5 mm (5.69”) 60 mm (2.36”)

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Physical (continued)
RS-485 Ports 1, 2 & 3 Power Supply Input

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15
GND1 - + GND2 - + GND3 - + V0
RS485 1 RS485 2 RS485 3 POWER 24V

Status Indicators RS485

1 2 3

USB Local Engineering Port

(behind hinged flap)

Service/Reset Button
(behind hinged flap)
1 2 2 IQ3/4 IO
PORT 1 PORT 2 PORT 3 Hi Lo 0V
10/100/1000 10/100/1000 SWITCHED 17 18 19 20

17 18 19 20

IQ3/4 IO Expansion Bus

T1L Expansion Bus

Primary Ethernet Port

(reserved for future use)

USB Expansion Port (reserved for future use)

Switched Ethernet Ports

Note: An RJ-11 socket is located on the left hand side

of the IQ5 and is reserved for future use.

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Data Sheet IQ5

FUNCTIONALITY
The IQ5’s functionality can be divided into four sections: Using one of the ports the IQ5 can form a Trend LAN with other
System, Hardware, Firmware, and Strategy. IQ5-compatible devices over an Ethernet network:

SYSTEM
The IQ5 has communication ports for Ethernet, RS-485 and
USB, together with T1L and IQ3/4 IO expansion buses: IQ5 IQ5
vINC
RS-485 (3 ports)

Ethernet

LAN Internetwork
USB T1L Expansion Bus

In addition, the IQ5 has the ability to join an internetwork using

its virtual internetwork node controller (vINC).
Ethernet 1
Other devices connected to the Ethernet network can
Ethernet 2 (3 ports) communicate with the IQ5 using IP addressing. Remote PCs
can communicate through standard IT networks using IP,
IQ3/4 Expansion Bus enabling communication from anywhere in the world.

Ethernet Ports Note: Remote communication with the Trend network by a

supervisor, tool or display will require the use of a secure virtual
The IQ5 has a single network adapter with three switched ports CNC (vCNC) in the IQ5 or another CNC on the network.
(identified as 2 ports 1, 2 & 3). The adapter is pre-configured
with a unique MAC (Media Access Control) address that helps For further details see ‘Networking’ on page 5.
identify the IQ5 during configuration. It supports either static or
dynamic (DHCP) IP addressing (DHCP by default). Using daisy- An integral web interface is also accessible over an Ethernet/IP
chain/star/tree topologies the ports can be used for: connection (see ‘Web Server’ on page 10).

▪ communication between IQ5 Controllers, In addition, IQ5 supports communication with IP Modbus
▪ IP-based communication with field devices, devices (see ‘Modbus and M-Bus Interfacing’ on page 4).
▪ connection to the IQVISION supervisor for configuration
and system monitoring, RS-485 Ports
▪ accessing web pages via the onboard web server,
▪ integration with third party IP systems using XNC The IQ5 has three galvanically isolated RS-485 ports, each
provided with switchable 120 Ω termination.
Note: The single primary Ethernet port identified as 1 is
reserved for future use. These can be independently configured to operate using
Modbus, M-Bus or XNC functionality. For further details see
The diagram below shows an example of how a system might ‘Modbus and M-Bus Interfacing’ on page 4 and ‘XNC
be connected using the IQ5 ethernet ports: Functionality’ on page 4.

Note: M-Bus operation will require an RS-485 to RS-232

converter (e.g. the PW60).

If IQ5 is configured as a node controller, one port can be used

IQ5 IQ5 to connect IQECO controllers on an MSTP trunk. For further
details see ‘Node Controller Operation’ on page 4.

USB (Local Engineering Port)

The USB port allows direct connection of a PC running
other IQ5s IQ™SET (System Engineering Tool). When connected in this
way IQSET can communicate across the entire Trend network
(see ‘Networking’ on page 5).

This connector is located behind a drop-down flap on the left of

IQVIEW IQ5 the front panel.
SCD
Note: An additional USB port is located adjacent to Ethernet
port 1. This is reserved for future use.

IQVISION other IQ5s

Field Network

IP Sensors/Devices

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BACnet Communications M-Bus

IQ5 can be configured to communicate with M-Bus devices
BACnet is an open protocol that enables the products of a using the RS-485 ports in conjunction with a suitable RS-485
number of different manufacturers of building automation and to RS-232 converter (e.g. the PW60).
control equipment to communicate with each other. It supports
communication using BACnet over IP (Ethernet) including: Maximum number of outputs per device: Each M-Bus
Interface module can have up to 1000 outputs, this allows
▪ Access to IQ5 parameters over BACnet, 1000 outputs per device. If more than this is required additional
▪ Alarm delivery, M-Bus Interface modules can be connected to the same M-Bus
▪ IC comms to a BACnet device. address (device).

A full specification of the objects, properties, and BIBBS Note: An individual M-Bus device is limited to 255 values.
(BACnet Interoperability Building Blocks) supported by the IQ5 Therefore, although there can be 1000 outputs on the interface
are given in the IQ5 Protocol Implementation Conformance module, each one can only be set to one of 255 values from the
Statement (TP201479). The mapping of BACnet properties to M-Bus device.
Trend parameters is described in the IQ5 Configuration Manual
(TE201486). Maximum number of devices: Although the maximum number
of interface modules is 500, the maximum number of M-Bus
Modbus and M-Bus Interfacing devices is limited to 250 but is dependant on the converter used.

The IQ5 can be configured to communicate with Modbus When values are requested from an M-Bus device ALL values
devices enabling it to be easily integrated with many third party are sent to the IQ5. For example, when requesting a single value
devices including meters, sensors and variable speed drives. from an M-Bus device that has 20 values the M-Bus device
will send all 20 values to the IQ5. Therefore it is necessary to
Note: Modbus and M-Bus functionality needs to be enabled consider the data flow rate.
using an optional INT licence (see ‘Licences’ on page 14).
Note: The more values and devices that are required the larger
Standard strategy blocks, available in IQSET, allow easy the strategy requirements. Therefore, the brIQ count must be
strategy configuration using drag and drop for common Modbus considered.
and M-Bus devices.
Maximum number of connected M-Bus networks: Each
Engineering with standard IQ5 Network and Interface modules connected network requires one M-Bus Network module. The
allows connection to other Modbus or M-Bus devices. Strategy number of M-Bus network modules is set by the IQ5’s hardware.
blocks can be created for favourite devices to save engineering
time. Devices from different manufacturers can be connected to the
same network providing the network parameters configuration
Modbus is the same.
IQ5 can be configured to communicate with Modbus devices
over IP (using the onboard Ethernet ports) or the RS-485 ports. XNC Functionality
Maximum number of inputs/outputs per device: Each The IQ5 supports the use of XNC functionality, enabling the
Modbus Interface module can have up to 500 inputs and 500 Trend system to interface with third party systems. It utilises
outputs, this allows 500 inputs and 500 outputs per device. If standard IQ strategy modules in conjunction with the Trend
more than this is required additional Modbus Interface modules Custom Language (TCL) to present information from other
can be connected to the same Modbus address (device). systems as though it is from an IQ controller. It also allows
parameters within the third party system to be adjusted from
Maximum number of devices: Although the maximum number Trend supervisors and software tools.
of Modbus devices connected to the IQ5 is determined by the
number of available interface modules in the IQ5 (max 1000), in XNC communication with third party systems can be over
reality, the limit is set by the Modbus rules. Ethernet or RS-485, and with other Trend devices over Ethernet.

Maximum number of connected Modbus networks: Each Note: XNC functionality needs to be enabled using an optional
connected network requires one Modbus Network module. INT licence (see ‘Licences’ on page 14).
There is a maximum of 10 Modbus IP network modules. For
Serial Modbus network modules, the number is set by the IQ5’s XML Web Services
hardware.
The IQ5 includes XML web services. XML is a general purpose
Devices from different manufacturers can be connected to the specification for creating custom markup languages. It helps
same network providing the network parameters configuration developers create web pages and also provides a basic syntax
are the same. that enables information to be shared by different computers
and applications. The IQ5 XML syntax is described in the IQ5
Note: IQ5 cannot operate as a slave so does not have registers. Configuration Manual (TE201486).

Note: XML Web Services must be enabled to allow the IQ5 to be

used with an IQVIEW SCD (single controller display).

Node Controller Operation

The IQ5 can be configured for Node Controller operation,
enabling it to connect a LAN of IQECO controllers on an MSTP
RS-485 trunk to a Trend internetwork on Ethernet.

Note: Node Controller functionality needs to be enabled using

an optional NC licence (see ‘Licences’ on page 14). Only one
RS-485 port can be enabled for MSTP.

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Networking Inputs and Outputs

In order to connect to the Trend network the IQ5 will create its The IQ5 does not include any onboard analog or digital I/O but
own internal LAN which includes the following nodes: has two I/O buses for the connection of different I/O expansion
modules.
▪ a CNC for its own controller,
▪ a supervisor CNC (sCNC) for its USB port, ▪ T1L Bus - for IQ5-IO modules
▪ four virtual CNCs (vCNC1, vCNC2, vCNC3 and ▪ IQ3/4 Bus - for IQ4/IO and XCITE/IO (IQ3) modules
vCNC4), and
▪ a virtual INC (vINC). The IQ5 ships with a base licence supporting up to 16 channels/
points, which is expandable up to 300 points (see ‘Licences’ on
Supervisor Web page 14). The total licenced point count is shared between
/Tool Browser IQSET both I/O buses.

T1L IO Expansion Bus

The T1L bus enables the connection of a wide range of IQ5
I/O modules. These modules can be slotted together, adjacent
Ethernet to the controller (or other I/O modules) with inter-module
connections being made via integral spring connectors.
Alternatively, modules can be mounted remotely and connected
Ethernet Ports USB Port to the I/O bus by means of the IQ5-IO-ADPT wiring adapter and
IQ5
IQ5 suitable cable.
control Web Server
Adjacent mounted modules can be powered via the attached
vINC vCNC1 CNC sCNC controller (or module). Remote modules (or remote banks of
modules) can be powered from the controller but may require a
vCNC2 vCNC3 LAN
vCNC4 separate 24V power supply, depending on supply loading and
cable distance.

Default CNC Addressing: The IQ5 device (outstation) address

is factory-set (in the Address module) as follows:
Power
IQ5 IQ5-IO IQ5-IO IQ5-IO
Local LAN 20 Data
Local Address 119
IQ5-IO-ADPT
sCNC Functionality: When a PC running IQSET is connected
to the USB port it uses an sCNC. If the USB port address is set
to 0 (default), the sCNC is dynamically created at address 125
for the duration of the IQSET session. When the PC is removed IQ5-IO IQ5-IO IQ5-IO
the sCNC times out and no longer exists on the network. If the
address is configured to be non-zero, the sCNC remains on the
network at all times. IQ5-IO-ADPT IQ5-IO-END
24 Vdc
vCNC Functionality: vCNC Functionality: Allows a supervisor/ PSU
tool/display to make a permanent secure connection to the IQ5-IO IQ5-IO IQ5-IO
Trend network using TCP/IP. By default all vCNCs are disabled. Data
The standard IQ5 has three vCNCs, which increases to eight
when operated as a Node Controller (with an NC licence).
A protective cover (IQ5-IO-END) is supplied with the IQ5 to
vINC Functionality: When the IQ5 joins a LAN on Ethernet, the protect the T1L contacts when not in use. This can be removed
controller with the lowest IP address assumes INC functionality and fitted to cover the contacts of the last module on the T1L
(using its vINC at address 126); any vINCs in other controllers bus. Spare covers are also available.
on that LAN will automatically be disabled.
Up to 64 devices can be connected on the T1L bus. For full
IC Comms: The IQ5 can communicate with other IQ5s, IQECOs details of the range of available modules refer to the IQ5-IO
and BACnet devices using IC Comms. Some IQECOs running Modules Data Sheet (TA201481).
earlier versions of firmware may not support all IC Comms
types. See ‘Compatibility’ on page 12. IQ3/4 IO Expansion Bus
The IQ3/4 bus allows the IQ5 controller to be used in conjunction
with both IQ4 and XCITE I/O modules. This bus must be enabled
using an optional CAN licence (see ‘Licences’ on page 14).

Up to 30 modules can be connected to the IQ3/4 I/O bus,

depending on the module range(s).

Module Range IQ4/IO only IQ4/IO and/or XCITE/IO

Number of Modules 30 15

Note: Modules connected to the IQ3/4 bus cannot be powered

from the IQ5 controller and must be provided with one or more
separate 24Vdc power supplies.

For further details see the IQ4/IO Modules Data Sheet

(TA201341) and the XCITE/IO Modules Data Sheet (TA201352).

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HARDWARE Terminal Connectors

Enclosure Connection for power, RS-485 and CAN bus is via two-part
plugable screw terminal connectors which are supplied as
The IQ5 is housed in a polycarbonate enclosure compatible standard with the controller and available in packs for spares.
with the DIN43880 and DIN 19 size 2 standard. Integral clips Optional connectors with push-fit terminals are also available
on the back of the enclosure enable the unit to be clipped on to (see ‘Order Codes’ on page 14).
(and quickly released from) a standard TS35 DIN rail.
Screw terminal plug Push-fit terminal plug
The IQ5 must be installed in a secondary enclosure with a
minimum protective rating of IP20 (or equivalent) or be mounted
outside normal reach (e.g. in a plenum).

The unit may be mounted horizontally or vertically but not

upside down or on its back:

Function Connector Type

Power 3-way
RS-485 3-way
CAN Bus 4-way
DIN rail
end stop
Input Power Supply
The IQ5 requires a 24 Vac/dc power supply rated as follows:

▪ 24 Vac ±20%, 50/60 Hz, 34VA (1.42A);

Removable clip-on polycarbonate covers provide access to the ▪ 24 Vdc ±20%, 12.5W (0.52A).
various onboard terminal connections.
If IO modules are to be powered from the controller’s T1L
bus, the above rating must be increased to take account of
the additional load. Refer to the IQ5-IO Modules Data Sheet
(TA201481) for details of module power consumption.

The local earth terminal must be earthed (grounded) at the

controller. The 24 V supply must include a suitably rated switch
in close proximity and be clearly marked as the disconnecting
device for the unit. Do not position the equipment so that the
disconnecting device is difficult to operate.

Wiring example:

24 Vac transformer
(For UL rating use Class 2)

Fused Primary
Spare covers are available (see ‘Order Codes’ on page 14). 24V

0V

Panel/enclosure ground.

13 14 15
V0
POWER 24V

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Service Button Backup

The service button is located behind the drop-down flap located In the event of interruption to the power supply, the IQ5 uses
on the front of the IQ5. It has the following functions: the following mechanisms to retain data until power is restored.

▪ To identify the IQ5 to IQSET during commissioning, Controller data (including firmware, strategy and parameter
▪ To enable the IQ5 to be returned to its factory default values) is stored in non-volatile eMMC memory. Live data, which
settings. includes last known values, is stored in non-voltaile FRAM.

Indicators A supercap is used to maintain the real time clock (RTC). In the
event of power failure this will typically maintain time and date
Various indicators are provided on the IQ5 giving feedback on function for up to 3 days.
its operational status.
Note: Operation at elevated temperature or high humidity levels
General (located on the front panel): may reduce the lifetime of the supercap. Extended operation in
these conditions may permanently reduce the capacity of this
Indicator Colour Function component and result in a reduction in the number of days that
Green Device operational status. the controller can successfully backup the time and date.
Yellow
Red Labelling
Green Service button status. Two removable self-adhesive labels detailing the serial number
RS485 Green RS-485 port status. (SN) and Ethernet MAC address (EN1 MAC) of the IQ5 controller
1 2 3 Yellow are supplied which can adhered to plant room panels, cabinets
Red or schematic plans as required:
Green Trend LAN status.
Green T1L I/O bus status.
Red

Ethernet: (located adjacent to each Ethernet connector):

Indicator Colour Function

Left Green 1000 Mbps link/data.
Solid = connected
Blinking = activity on network
Right Green 100 Mbps link/data.
Yellow 10 Mbps link/data. The serial number comprises the following manufacturing and
Solid = connected product information:
Blinking = activity on network
YYWWLLPPPPPBNNNN

Year Rolling number

Week (0000-9999)
Location Brand (e.g. T = Trend)
(e.g. HS = Horsham, UK) Product Type
(e.g. PI090 = IQ5-00-24)

The serial number is also provided as a QR code, and the MAC

MAC address is provided as a barcode (in Code 128 format)
such that both can be read using a suitable hand-held scanner.

A non-removable label containing the same information is fixed

to the inside of the drop-down flap on the controller’s front panel.

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IQ5 Data Sheet

FIRMWARE Strategy Modules

The firmware in the IQ5 controls its basic functionality and The range of strategy modules provided in the IQ5 firmware
provides a range of modules that can be configured to produce are listed in the table below. Full details of each module can be
a control strategy. found in the IQ5 Configuration Manual (TE201486).

Strategy Module brIQs Max. number of Modules Note

Address 24 1 (fixed)
In order to operate as a controller, the modules provided by the Alarm Destination 14 8
firmware must be configured to define the way the controller Alarm Group 9 500
is to control the connected equipment. This configuration is Alarm Route 9 500
known as the strategy. Strategies are configured using the
Alarm Log 0 1 (fixed) 2000 records
System Engineering Tool (IQSET).
Analog Node 16 4000
This produces a strategy file (filename.IQ5) that can be Calendar 566 100
downloaded to the controller to define its operation. This file Digital Byte 16 4000
consists of all the strategy module instances, their parameters, Digital Input 28 4000 
and links. When this is downloaded it is stored in the controller Directory 13 1000
and then run using the controller firmware. Display 19 4000
Driver 57 1000 
For details of using IQSET see the System Engineering Tool Function 19 4000 
Manual (TE200147).
IC Comms 19 2000 (on IP network) „
500 (on MSTP)
Interface 130 1000 ƒ
I/O Module 14 284
Knob 13 4000
Logic 19 4000 
Loop 55 1000
Network 0 Max 10 Modbus IP
NTD 30 4000
Option 0
OSS 34 500
Page 4 4000
Plot 12 4000
Program 0 1 (fixed)
Schedule Offset 21 4000
Sensor 76 4000 
Sensor type 12 99
Sequence 106 1 (fixed) - see separate
table for maximum steps
Security 0 1 (fixed)
States Category 0 100
Switch 10 4000
Time 38 1 (fixed)
Time Schedule 566 100 ‚
User 12 500
Virtual CNC 9 4 (fixed); 8 (with NC licence)
 The number of brIQs used on these modules varies with
the module type. The largest size is shown here.
‚ Includes a maximum of 50 exceptions per module.
ƒ Additional brIQs are required per input and output: XNC 5;
Modbus Input 16, Output 15; M-Bus Output 12.
„ For IP networks a maximum of 2000 IC comms/COV
subscriptions can be configured but there is a maximum
transmission rate of 300 IC comms/COV subscriptions
per minute. For MSTP networks a maximum of 500 IC
comms/COV subscriptions can be configured but there
is a maximum transmission rate of 100 IC comms/COV
subscriptions per minute .
For more details see the IQ5 Configuration Manual (TE201485).

The quantity of each type of module may be adjusted to match

the requirements of the application subject to the following:

▪ a maximum of 4000 modules in total,

▪ the maximum for each type of module, and
▪ the IQ5’s memory capacity (measured in ‘brIQs’).

The maximum number of modules for each type, and number of

brIQs required per module are shown in the table above.

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The total available memory capacity varies according to the Firmware Upgrades
number of licenced I/O channels:
New versions of firmware may be made available from time to
Number of I/O channels Max. brIQs available time to change or add functionality or to provide support for new
16 30,000 products.
50 40,000
Firmware can be upgraded using a PC running the IQTool
100 60,000 Firmware Upgrade Applet, and to the IQ5 connected over
150 90,000 Ethernet or the USB Engineering Port.
200 120,000
250 150,000 Timemaster
300 180,000
The IQ5 can act as a system Timemaster to synchronise the
Note: If the IQ5-INT-50 or IQ5-INT-50-UP licence is applied time and date across the Trend system. It can use SNTP (simple
these values are increased by 15,000. If the IQ5-INT-2500 or network time protocol) to obtain precision current time from an
IQ5-INT-2500-UP licence is applied these values are increased unauthenticated NTP server on the Internet. Daylight saving
by 50,000. can be implemented automatically (via timezone setting) or
manually by specified dates and time adjustment.
Plot Modules
The IQ5’s Plot modules can plot the value of any connectable Alarms
module output (analogue or digital) at at specific interval of
between 1 second and 24 hours. There are four types of Plot The IQ5 will generate Network, General, and Item alarms.
module: Synchronised, Triggered, Periodic and COV (change Network alarms are generated by the Trend Network nodes,
of value). Although all four types are BACnet interoperable, General alarms are generated when the IQ5 detects a problem
only periodic plots can be compliant with the BACnet standard. within its own hardware or program, and Item alarms are
All Plot modules can generate a buffer ready alarm when the generated by the strategy, and are normally due to a faulty plant
number of records equals a notification threshold. condition.

The maximum number of records per plot is 1000. The maximum Network alarms are sent to supervisors or tools connected to
total number of records (for all plots) depends on the available the USB local engineering port, or to one of the controller’s
plot memory (measured in log points) and the type of plots used: vCNCs.

Maximum plot memory (log points) 3,000,000 General and Item alarms can be sent either to a designated Trend
Maximum Synchronised plots LAN address, to an IP address, or as an email. Alternatively,
number of single precision 600,000 certain Item alarms (e.g. sensor, digital input, digital driver
records (5 log points per record) readback, and plot), can be sent to a BACnet device.
double precision 300,000
(10 log points per record) Alarms sent to a Trend LAN address, or to an IP address can
either be sent in text, coded, or attribute format. Network alarms
Triggered, COV or periodic plots
are sent in text format only.
single precision 300,000
(10 log points per record)
For coded alarms the protocol limits the item number to 255
double precision 200,000
maximum. For text alarms the maximum item label length is 20
(15 log points per record)
characters.

Note: A maximum of 100 plots can be serviced in a 1 s period Sending an alarm by email requires the Email Server Address
(e.g. 100 x 1 s plots only). This is calculated on the average plots to be set up in the Address module. The Email Server Address
serviced in 1 s, so a 1 minute plot would contribute a 1/60. For can be an IP address, an internet domain name, or a host name;
example, 90 x 1 s plots plus 360 x 1 min plots would give 96 the internet domain name or host name require a DNS server
(90+6) plots per second on average. The periodic and triggered address or a WINS server address respectively to be set up in
plots must also be counted and it’s up to the engineer to make the network module so that the name can be resolved.
their best estimate.
All alarms (except Network alarms) are also stored locally in the
Sequence Table Module Alarm Log. The alarm log can record up to 2000 alarms. Once
The maximum number of steps in the sequence table varies this limit is reached each new alarm will overwrite the oldest
with the number of licenced I/O channels: record.

Number of I/O channels Max. sequence steps

16 600
50 750
100 1500
150 2250
200 3000
250 3750
300 4500
Note: If the IQ5-INT-2500 or IQ5-INT-2500-UP licence is
applied these values are increased by 1,000.

BACnet COV Reporting and Receiving

IQ5’s BACnet Change Of Value (COV) services allow a COV
client to receive reports from a COV server when the value of a
referenced property changes. IQ5 provides both COV reporting
(limited to 1000 COV subscriptions - see see page 8 for
limitations) and COV receiving facilities.

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Web Server SECURITY

Information from the IQ5 can be viewed or adjusted from a web IQ5 is designed to meet ISA ISA/IEC 62443-4-2, and has been
client (PC, tablet or smartphone) over any TCP/IP network (e.g. developed using processes that are fully certified to ISA/IEC
company intranet) using secure HTTPS protocol. All that is 62443-4-1. To meet these requirements IQ5 provides:
required is the IQ5’s IP address or host name, and a user name
and password. Once connection to the controller has been ▪ Secure Boot
made, it is possible to view/adjust occupation times, view the ▪ Authenticated and Encrypted Network
alarm log, and view/adjust/graph individual module parameters. ▪ Encrypted at Rest
▪ Synchronised Account Management

It is not recommended that IQ5 is directly connected to the

Internet.

IQ5 features an account management system which provides

the engineer with a single logon for the site, and synchronizes
any password changes across the whole site.

In the event of a forgotten password, an engineer can initiate an

unlock code to be sent to a pre-defined email address.

All of this is managed by an admin account which should be

provided to the site owner.

The web interface does not allow the strategy structure to be

modified (e.g. adding or deleting modules, or changing module
interconnections).

Graphical display pages (GraphIQs), which are configured using

IQ5’s display and directory modules, can also be accessed.

For further details of web pages see the IQ5 Configuration

Manual (TE201485), the IQ5 User Manual (TE201490), and the
Graphical Display Pages Editor Manual (TE200629).

Language
The user can specify which language the IQ5 uses for the
display of web pages and for transmitted alarms. The standard
languages are in the controller as supplied. In the controller the
Address module has a language parameter which will be set
to the default language, but can be changed to any one of the
other available languages. The IQ5 can use languages which
require 8 bit code (i.e. special or accented characters) and can
also operate with right to left languages (e.g. Chinese, Arabic).

Identification
The IQ5 will identify itself as an IQ5 to w comms.

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FIELD MAINTENANCE
The IQ5 requires no routine maintenance. WARNING: Contains no serviceable parts. Do
! not attempt to open the unit. Failure to comply
may cause damage to the unit.

DISPOSAL
WEEE Directive:
COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health -
UK Government Regulations 2002) ASSESSMENT FOR At the end of their useful life the packaging, and
DISPOSAL OF IQ5. product should be disposed of by a suitable
recycling centre.
RECYCLING .
All plastic and metal parts are recyclable. The printed circuit Do not dispose of with normal household waste.
board may be sent to any PCB recovery contractor to recover Do not burn.
some of the components for any metals such as gold and silver.

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COMPATIBILITY
Browsers: This device has been successfully tested with the Strategies: IQ1, IQ2, IQ3, IQ4 can be imported into IQSET,
latest versions of browers typically found on most PCs, smart converted into IQ5 strategies, and then downloaded into an IQ5.
phones and tablets.
IC Comms: IQ5, IQECO.
Supervisors and Displays: IQVISION V4.12u2 SP2 (or later),
IQView Single Controller Display for IQ5. Note: IC Comms originating from an IQECO cannot be sent to an
IQ5. To obtain a value from an IQECO, the IQ5 must request it.
Note: A supervisor connected to the USB Local Engineering See the IQ5 Configuration Manual for further details.
Port of an IQECO cannot see IQ5 devices.
BACnet Devices: The IQ5 controller is a BACnet Building
Utility Software: IQSET v8.00 (or later). Controller (B-BC). Compatibility is defined in the IQ5 Product
Implementation Conformance Statement (TP201479).
I/O Modules: IQ5-IO range, IQ4/IO range, XCITE/IO (IQ3)
range.

Controllers: IQ5 (via Ethernet), IQECO (via RS-485 configured

as MSTP).

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INSTALLATION
The IQ5 is designed to be surface mounted or clipped on to a TH35x7.5 or TH35x15 DIN rail. The IQ5 must be installed in a
secondary enclosure with a minimum protective rating of IP20 (or equivalent) or mounted outside normal reach (e.g. in a plenum).

The installation procedure involves:

Mounting the controller in position Connecting to the controller

Connecting power Setting up feature licensing
Connecting Ethernet network(s) Configuring web server (if required)
Connecting RS485 networks (if required) Setting up NC functionality (if required)
Mounting and connecting I/O modules (if required) Downloading strategy and other configuration files
Powering up Checking BACnet communications
Setting up Ethernet connectivity Connecting inputs and checking operation
Creating a strategy Connecting outputs and checking operation

A full description of installing the unit is given in the IQ5 Installation Instructions - Mounting (TG201482) and IQ5, IQ5-IO Installation
Instructions - Configuring (TG201483).

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ORDER CODES
CONTROLLER
IQ5-00-24 IQ5 with 0 onboard I/O, licensed to 16 I/O channels, expandable to 300 I/O channels,
BACnet communications, 24 Vac/dc supply

ACCESSORIES
IQ5-IO-ADPT-2 Pack of 2 I/O bus wiring adapters (for IQ5 controller and IQ5/IO modules)
IQ5-IO-END-10 Pack of 10 spare end covers (for IQ5 controller and IQ5/IO modules)
IQ5-TCVR-140-10 Pack of 10 spare 140mm terminal covers (for IQ5)
DIN-CLIP-10 Spare DIN Clip (pack of 10)

SCRW-TB-3-BLK-50 Spare 3-way Screw Terminal Plug Black (pack of 50)

SCRW-TB-4-BLK-50 Spare 4-way Screw Terminal Plug Black (pack of 50)
SCRW-TB-3-GRY-50 Spare 3-way Screw Terminal Plug Grey (pack of 50)

PUSH-TB-3-BLK-50 Spare 3-way Push-fit Terminal Plug Black (pack of 50)

PUSH-TB-4-BLK-50 Spare 4-way Push-fit Terminal Plug Black (pack of 50)
PUSH-TB-3-GRY-50 Spare 3-way Push-fit Terminal Plug Grey (pack of 50)

LICENCES
Base Licences
The following base licences are available where additional I/O channels (points) are needed. Additional licenses are available to
provide support for node controller operation (NC), Modbus, M-Bus and XNC integration (INT), and IQ3/4 IO bus operation (CAN):

IQ5-50-BASE IQ5 base license 50 points

IQ5-100-BASE IQ5 base license 100 points
IQ5-150-BASE IQ5 base license 150 points
IQ5-200-BASE IQ5 base license 200 points
IQ5-250-BASE IQ5 base license 250 points
IQ5-300-BASE IQ5 base license 300 points

IQ5-NC-BASE IQ5 base license for NC functionality

IQ5-INT-50-BASE IQ5 base license for Modbus, M-Bus and XNC integration 50 points
IQ5-INT-2500-BASE IQ5 base license for Modbus, M-Bus and XNC integration 2500 points
IQ5-CAN-BASE IQ5 base license for CAN (IQ3/4 IO) modules

Upgrade Licences
To allow for later system expansion the following upgrade licences are available:

IQ5-16-50-UP IQ5 Upgrade license from 16 to 50 points

IQ5-50-100-UP IQ5 Upgrade license from 50 to 100 points
IQ5-100-150-UP IQ5 Upgrade license from 100 to 150 points
IQ5-150-200-UP IQ5 Upgrade license from 150 to 200 points
IQ5-200-250-UP IQ5 Upgrade license from 200 to 250 points
IQ5-250-300-UP IQ5 Upgrade license from 250 to 300 points

IQ5-NC-UP IQ5 upgrade license for NC functionality

IQ5-INT-50-UP IQ5 upgrade license for Modbus, M-Bus and XNC integration 50 points
IQ5-INT-2500-UP IQ5 upgrade license for Modbus, M-Bus and XNC integration 2500 points
IQ5-CAN-UP IQ5 upgrade license for CAN (IQ3/4 IO)

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SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL IQ3/4 IO Expansion Bus
Compatibility IQ4/IO modules, XCITE/IO Modules.
Power Input 24 Vac ±20%, 50/60 Hz, 34VA (1.42A); Maximum Modules 30 (IQ4/IO only), 15 (XCITE/IO).
24 Vdc ±20%, 12.5W (0.52A). Maximum IO Channels 300 total (depending on licence).
Overvoltage protection 29 Vac or 40 Vdc. Bus Supply 24 Vdc ±5% (separate PSU required).
Processor i.MX 8M Plus, quad Arm ® Cortex ® -A53 Cable Type Belden 3084A (up to 100 m / 328 ft);
processor with speed up to 1.2 GHz Belden 7895A (up to 300 m / 1000 ft).
integrated 800 MHz Arm ® Cortex ® -M7. For further details see:
Memory FRAM: 512 KB, LPDDR4: 2 GB, EMMC: IQ4/IO Modules Data Sheet (TA201341);
8 GB. XCITE/IO Modules Data Sheet (TA201352).
Operating System LINUX/RTOS.
Real Time Clock INDICATORS
Accuracy (typical) ±0.3 s per day (±2 minutes per year).
Retention Supercap for up to 3 days (typical). General Status
Cycle Time Sequence table 1s. Device ‘ring’ Multicolor LED
Service Multicolor LED
Ethernet Network RS-485 Multicolor LED
Number of Ports 3. LAN Multicolor LED
Transmission 10/100/1000 BASE-T (IEEE 802.3). T1L IO Multicolor LED
Connection RJ45, auto MDI-X. Ethernet Ports
Cable Type Cat 5e, UTP (unshielded twisted pair). Left LED Green = 1000 mbps
Distance (to hub) 100 m (328 ft) maximum. Right LED Green = 100 mbps, Yellow = 10 mbps
Virtual CNCs 4 (8 in NC mode).
Addresses Not set by default – set to desired value MECHANICAL
in range 1 to 119 (excluding 2, 3, & 10)
Dimensions 144.5 x 131 x 60 mm (5.69 x 5.16 x 2.36”).
USB Local Engineering Port (overall WxHxD)
Connector USB type C. Material (enclosure) Flame Retardant Polycarbonate.
Transmission USB 2.0. Weight 0.440 kg (0.97 lb).
Data Rate 480 Mbits/s. (limited to 19k2 by IQSET) Mounting (DIN Rail) IEC/EN 60715 TH35x7.5 or TH35x15
Distance 5 m (16 ft) maximum. (1.5 mm maximum thickness).
Address (sCNC) 1 to 119, (2, 3 and 10 not permitted) Connectors
settable in software. Power, RS-485, IQ3/4 IO bus
Connector type 2 part connector (5 mm pitch) with rising
RS-485 Ports cage clamp screw terminals. Option for
Number of ports 3 (each galvanically isolated). push-fit terminals.
Protocols Modbus, M-Bus, MSTP, XNC. Cable size 0.14 to 2.5 mm2 (22 to 12 AWG).
Termination 120 Ω switchable. For UL compliance the input power
connections must be made using 18
AWG or larger wire rated at least 90°C
Protocol Device Cable Type Max Length*
(194 °F). For UL compliance use copper
Count metres (feet)
cable only.
Modbus 32** 120 Ω twisted pair 900 (2953) T1L IO Bus Integral spring contacts for inter-module
M-Bus 60 120 Ω twisted pair 1000 (3280) connection. IQ5-IO-ADPT wiring
adapter required for cable connection.
MSTP 30 120 Ω twisted pair 1200 (4000) Ethernet Ports RJ45 connector.
XNC 32 depends on chosen application USB Engineering Port USB Type C.
USB Expansion Port USB Type C (reserved for future use).

* dependent on cable specification and baud rate.

** up to 32 unit loads.

T1L IO Expansion Bus

Transmission 10BASE-T1L (IEE802.3cg).
Compatibility IQ5 IO modules.
Protocol MQTT compatible.
Maximum Modules 64.
Maximum IO Channels 300 total (depending on licence).
Bus Supply As per main power input.
Data Cable Type Screened twisted pair (e.g. TP/1/1/24/
HF/305 or Belden equivalent 9841NH).
(requires IQ5-10-ADPT wiring adapters)
Cable Length
Lon cable TP/1/0/16/HF/200 (Belden 8471) - up to 300 m
(1000 ft) between modules.
MSTP cable TP/1/1/24/HF/305 or Belden equivalent
9841NH - up to 100 m (320 ft) between modules

For further details see:

IQ5-IO Modules Data Sheet (TA201481).

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SPECIFICATIONS (continued)
ENVIRONMENTAL
Approvals and Certifications
▪ UL 60730-1, Standard for Automatic Electric Controls
for Household and Similar Use, Part 1: General
Requirements;
▪ CAN/CSA-E60730-1:13, Standard for Automatic
Electrical Controls for Household and Similar Use, Part
1: General Requirements;
▪ Complementary listing for UL916, CSA C22.2 No. 205;
▪ SASO-approved;
▪ CE-approved;
▪ FCC part 15B-compliant.
Classification According to EN61326-1
Environmental conditions Equipment intended for use in industrial
environments.
Construction Independently mounted electronic
control unit with fixed wiring; panel-
mounted on DIN rail.
Action type 1.C.
Rated impulse voltage 24 V circuits: 500 V.
Pollution degree 2.
Protection against shock Class 0 (without terminal covers);
Class II (with terminal covers).
Software class A.
Energy Performance of Buildings
EN ISO 52120-1 This controller, when used as part of a
complete Trend Controls system AND
when programmed with an appropriate
application/strategy can support
compliance with EN ISO 52120-1.
This enables buildings to achieve up
to 30% energy cost savings (Energy
classification “A”) alongside maximizing
comfort and well being.
EN12098-1 This control equipment complies with
the performance specification defined
in EN12098-1. With an appropriate
application/strategy it can make use of
operation modes, scheduling, optimum
start/stop, outside air temperature and
frost protection to enhance the energy
performance of buildings.
Ambient Environmental Limits
Humidity 5 to 90%RH non-condensing.
Temperature
Storage -40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F).
Operating -25 to +60°C (-13 to +140°F).

Note: For temperatures below 0°C (32°F) special care must

be taken that there is no condensation on or within the unit.

Altitude ≤4000 m (13124 ft).

Pollution Degree 2 (only non-conducting pollution occurs).
Protection IP20 if mounted in an enclosure rated at
IP20 or equivalent.

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