Technical Specification Sheet

Rev. 3, September, 2003

APOGEE Ethernet Microserver 200

BLN networks or individual field panels connected to
the Ethernet via the AEM200 appear as remote BLNs
at the Insight workstation. The remote BLN operates
much like a BLN directly connected to the Insight
workstation. Importantly, using AEM200 does not
occupy any of the local BLN connections in the Insight
workstation.

Description
The APOGEE Ethernet Microserver 200 (AEM200)
provides a convenient and cost-effective solution for
connecting a Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.
Building Level Network (BLN) or individual field panels
to an Ethernet network. Used in conjunction with
Insight workstations, AEM200s more effectively
leverage the Ethernet network, providing greater
information accessibility.
The AEM200 reduces hardware costs and system
network costs by reducing the number of Insight
workstations. The AEM200 can also be used in place
of a phone modem at the panel to avoid costly phone
charges. The second port allows remote connection
to the MMI prompt without interrupting Insight
workstation operations.
Connecting BLNs to a TCP/IP Ethernet network is
made easy by the AEM200. The AEM200 provides a
reliable and low cost means for direct connection to
shared or stand-alone LAN/WAN network
environments.

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The Insight workstation can monitor, command,

control and program the remote BLNs field panels
and application specific controller information in the
same manner it would if the BLN were directly
connected to the workstation. If the Ethernet
connection is interrupted from the remote network,
the workstation displays an alarm message.

Features

Compatible with Ethernet version 2/IEEE 802.3.

TCP/IP communications protocol used to transfer

the BLN information back to the Insight.
workstation.

Connects to the Ethernet via a 10/100BASE-T

(RJ45) connection and to the APOGEE field panel
via the RS232 Modem port.

Second independent serial port connects to the

MMI prompt via field panel RS232 MMI port.

Compact size fits right inside the panel.

Supports standard diagnostics such as SNMP.

LED indicators for Good Link, Unit Ready and

Operational Status.

Under normal conditions the AEM200s and their

associated BLNs use less than 1% of an
Ethernets capacity.

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Figure 1. APOGEE Automation Architecture. Insight workstations, Building Level Networks and individual field panels sharing control
information over shared or stand-alone Ethernet.

Specifications
APOGEE Field Panel
Compatibility:

Insight Workstation
Compatibility:
Prerequisites:
Ethernet Interface
Serial Interface:
Agency Listings:
Dimensions:
Power Requirements:
120V
Universal

Ordering Information
Modular Building Controller
(MBC), Remote Building
Controller (RBC), Modular
Equipment Controller (MEC)
Series 300, Floor Level Network
Controller (FLNC), and Standalone Control Unit with Version
5 controller board (SCU V5)
(Firmware revision 2.2 or higher
required)
Base or Advanced Insight
Revision 3.1.2 or higher
Ethernet-based network running
with TCP/IP environment
Supports 10/100BASE-T (RJ45)
connections
2 RS232C DB9-male connectors
FCC A, C/UL, TUV, CE B
4.0 x 3.9 x 1 with tabs
(10.3cm x 9.9cm x 2.6cm)
120VAC 60Hz 35 Watts max.
100-240VAC 60/50Hz 40 Watts
max.

Description

Part Number

Hardware

APOGEE Ethernet Microserver 200

with 120V Transformer and two
serial cables.

538 920

APOGEE Ethernet Microserver 200

with Universal Transformer, shielded
Ethernet patch cable and two serial
cables. Requires country Specific
IEC 320 C13 line cord.

538 922

Accessories
538-900

AEM Accessory Kit Includes:

25-pin to 9-pin configuration cable for

AEM or AEM100
25-pin to 9-pin adapter for AEM200
Reset tool for AEM or AEM100

Ethernet cross-over cable

Surge Suppressor 100BT/10BT
required for smoke control
Documentation

Life Safety Option

538-923

571-585

Information in this document is based on specifications believed correct at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes as design
improvements are introduced. APOGEE and Insight are trademarks of Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. 2003 Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.

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1000 Deerfield Parkway
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-4513

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