TruVu™ Compact Router

BMS & Control Carrier i-Vu Building Automation Controllers
TruVu™ Compact Router
Networking and Integration

TruVu™ Compact Router

Compact, reliable BACnet routing for secure and efficient building automation networks
The TruVu™ Compact Router (TV‑CRB‑E2) provides efficient BACnet routing and broadcast management between IP and MS/TP networks, offering a space‑saving, IT‑friendly solution that integrates seamlessly with the Carrier i‑Vu® Building Automation System.

TruVu™ Compact Router

Network & Integration Device
The TruVu Compact Router (TV-CRB-E2) features dual IP ports for convenient daisy-chain deployment and offers robust routing capabilities between BACnet®/IP, BACnet Ethernet, and BACnet MS/TP networks. It also features a compact footprint for more flexible system design.

TruVu™ Compact Router

Efficient BACnet Routing

Routes BACnet traffic between BACnet/IP, BACnet/Ethernet, and BACnet MS/TP networks.

Broadcast Management & Device Registration

Functions as a BACnet BBMD and supports Foreign Device Registration (FDR) for simplified device integration.

BTL‑Certified Compliance

Certified by BACnet Testing Laboratories (BTL) to ensure interoperability and standards compliance.

Resilient Network Connections

Dual Ethernet ports with fail‑safe relay support flexible and reliable network topologies.

BACnet Conformance

BACnet Router (B‑RTR) and BACnet BBMD (B‑BBMD)
(ANSI/ASHRAE 135‑2016, Protocol Revision 15)

Communication Interfaces

Dual 10/100 Base‑T Ethernet ports (BACnet/IP, BACnet/Ethernet)
One optically isolated EIA‑485 port for BACnet MS/TP
USB 2.0 service port

Power Requirements

24 VAC ±10% (50 VA) or 26 VDC ±10% (18 W)

Environmental Ratings

Operating: ‑40°F to 158°F (‑40°C to 70°C), 10–95% RH non‑condensing
Suitable for indoor or outdoor installation in a UL‑listed enclosure

Document Name Description Document Type Language Action
Installation Guide TruVu Compact BACnet Router (part no. TV-CRB-E2) Installation and Start-up Guide PDF English Download
Product Data TruVu Compact Router Product Data Sheet PDF English Download
What is the primary purpose of the Compact Router?

It enables reliable routing of BACnet communications between IP‑based and MS/TP networks within a building automation system.

Does the router support BACnet Broadcast Management?

Yes. It can function as a BACnet Broadcast Management Device (BBMD) to manage broadcast traffic efficiently.

Is Foreign Device Registration supported?

Yes. BACnet Foreign Device Registration (FDR) is supported to simplify third‑party device connectivity.

Does the router require complex configuration?

No. The device is designed for simple setup, with a USB service port for fast configuration and troubleshooting.

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