Issue Temperature Sensor Resistance Charts Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell Sigma, TAC IA Series, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Temperature Sensors Cause Temperature (°C) to Resistance Charts (ohms). Upgrading the site BMS, but retaining the existing sensors and the sensor resistance values are not known. Resolution The resistance of a sensor at a specific temperature can be downloaded below, there are a number of tables collated from different sources for a number of Schneider Electric sensors and other BMS suppliers.   In EBO, the thermistor selection in the IO module or controller does not represent the thermistor bead type, an example is the Continuum Type I in EBO, but the bead is a Type 3,. For further information regarding this see the KB article  Thermistor type selection in EBO.   The document All Sensors covers the following:   Satchwell T range is now known as STR600, STP660, STD600, STO600 10K3A1 with shunt Drayton DC1000, DC1100 30K6A1 is now known as STR600D, STP600D, STO600D Andover 10K4A1 TAC Inc. Vista 1.8KA1 I/A series 10K3A1 with 11K shunt INET 10K2A1 (10k Dale) BALCO 1000 ohm RTD   Older Satchwell ranges: Satchwell DW1204, DW1305, DWS1202 Satchwell DO Satchwell DD/DR Other manufacturers included: Allerton 3K3A1 Ambiflex 2012, Honeywell Aquatrol, Jel/Thorn, Trend, York 10K3A1 Schlumberger (air) 5K3A1 Schlumberger (immersion) 100K6A1 Automatrix, York, Sibe 10K4A1 Honeywell 20K6A Landis & Gyr PT100A, PT1000A   Further information regarding the INET, IA and Balco, the document Thermistor Types Tables (Veris Industries) is available.   Further information for the Continuum ACC Temp 10K Type 3 also known as 10K4A1, the document Thermistor Temp Resist Chart (Precon Thermistors) is available.   TC900 series TC900 RS-03 sensor chart   For I/A Series Controllers (MNL/MNB) Compatible sensors that have a built-in 11k shunt resistor include the TS-5711-850 TS-57011-850 TS-57031-850 TSMN-90110-850 Series Any sensor that matches resistance to temperature curve for a 10K Thermistor Type G (U.S. Sensor), Type 9 (Dale/Vishay) or Type III (ACI Series AH) can be used with the I/A Series MNL and I/A Series MNB series controllers, provided that a 11k ± 0.1% 1/8 watt resistor is wired in parallel with the sensor. The input has a range of -10 to 135 °F (-23.3 to 57.2 °C) with an accuracy of ±1% of span. Temperature / Resistance Reference Values Temperature Deg F (Deg C) Resistance Resistance Incl. 11k Shunt 32 (0) 25490 8,012 68 (20) 12,260 5,798 75 (25) 10,000 5,238 104 (40) 5,592 3,707 140 (60) 2,760 2,206 The full temperature/resistance table for the US Sensor 10K Thermistor R-T Curve Type G sensor. Please note that the controller may not be able to use the full temperature range shown in the table.  

Issue Even though Windows Server 2008 R2 is exclusively a 64-bit operating system, 32-bit applications are supported by enabling the WoW64 optional feature. NOTE: These are general instructions for utilizing the WoW64 function. Not all Schneider Software will be able to run in an emulated environment. If uncertain, please check with Product Support Services to ensure proper installation. Product Line Andover Continuum, Field Devices, Other, Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell Sigma, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Windows Server 2008 R2 WoW64 feature. All 64bit OS Cause If the WoW64 feature is not enabled and you try to run a 32-bit application, the application will fail to execute. WoW64 option in in undesired state. Resolution If the WoW64 feature is not enabled and you try to run a 32-bit application, the application will fail to execute. The WoW64 execution layer is an optional component that is installed by default on R2 releases. You can save resources by removing the feature if you are not going to be running 32-bit applications on your Server Core install. Install the WoW64 Execution Layer using the following command: dism /online /enable-feature /featurename:ServerCore-WOW64 If your solution has a .NET 32-bit dependency, then also invoke the following sequence: dism /online /enable-feature /featurename:NetFx2-ServerCore dism /online /enable-feature /featurename:NetFx2-ServerCore-WOW64 Note: In Windows Server 2008 R2 RC1, WoW64 is enabled by default. If you don't want WoW64 enabled, just disable the feature as follows:  dism /online /disable-feature /featurename:ServerCore-WOW64

Issue Some Windows OS do not come with Hyperterminal installed. Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, Other, Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell Sigma, TAC IA Series, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Windows Vista Windows 7 Cause Hyperterminal was not included in the Operating System software package. Resolution Installing Original XP HyperTerminal Download this .zip file which contains the necessary executable and dynamic link library for running hyperterminal Unzip to local hard drive. Double click the hypertrm.exe to launch hyperterminal See Connecting a serial cable to a Xenta 5/7/9xx controller for proper cable connection and hyperterminal settings if needed. Alternatively, extract the two files from any XP installation and copy them to the new Windows OS. hypertrm.exe default installation is in C:\Program Files\Windows NT hypertrm.dll default installation is in C:\Windows\System32. Alternatively, from a Windows XP CD, both files reside in the i386 directory.

Issue Checking if a port is open Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Expert, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, Pelco, Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell Sigma, TAC IA Series, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment TCP/IP Communication Command Prompt Telnet Command Cause Suspect certain network ports are blocked and need to verify Resolution It is possible to check if a port is open in a network by issuing the Telnet command. Note:- Telnet operates using the TCP protocol. UDP connectivity cannot be tested using Telnet. If a port is open, a blank screen will be seen after issuing the command: telnet [domainname or ip] [port] where [domainname or ip] is the domain name or IP address of the server being checked [port] is the port number the server application is listening on For example: telnet 192.168.0.20 9001 (to a closed port would display a connect failed message)   telnet 192.168.0.20 9003 (to an open port would display a blank screen)   To exit the Telnet session, type Ctrl + ] and then type "quit".   For how to enable Telnet in Windows 7 please see Enable Telnet Client on a Windows 7 PC

Issue Both BACnet MS/TP and Modbus typically provide a robust and reliable communications channel allowing the Automation Server to effectively manage a large collection of equipment over extended distances. When the system does not come up operating as expected due to the communications integrity, considerable effort can be consumed troubleshooting or working-around the fault observations. Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, Other, TAC IA Series Environment Automation Server with BACnet MS/TP or Modbus RS485 networks connected to Port A or Port B. Cause The configuration of the RS485 network can create conditions that reduce the tolerance for EMI noise on the bus, electrical ground differences, transmission signal loss through the cable and/or component performance. Resolution A collection of application notes and Quick Start Best Practices Guides are available on the subject of BACnet MS/TP and Modbus RS485 network connections to the StruxureWare Automation Server.  These application notes and quick start guides provide recommendations in the areas of – BACnet MS/TP & Modbus RS485 Network Termination Network Biasing Options and Techniques Unit Load and associated Maximum Node Count Recommendations Isolated RS485 Interfaces and related Expanded Unit Load Cable Specifications and Suggested Cable Selections Cable Routing and Recommended Lengths The documents describe configurations of cable, network length, node counts and bias arrangements providing compliance with the EIA/TIA-485 Standard and TSB-89-A Guidelines with the objective of optimizing system tolerance for noise, grounding and transceiver component variations.  Most of the application notes and quick start guides target specific product families which include the Andover Continuum b3 Family, TAC I/A Series MNB Family, Legrand Power Meters and the Viconics VT7000 series sensors. There is also an application note and quick guide directed toward other “Generic” RS485 MS/TP and Modbus devices where the user is guided through a sequence of information collection steps to determine the appropriate recommendations.  The collection of application notes and guides are available on the Schneider Electric download center. The list of links below will take you to the applicable download page. AN01-RS485-Generic Application Note – General MS/TP & Modbus I/F to Automation Server Quick Guide-RS485-Generic Best Practices Guide - General MS/TP & Modbus AN02-RS485-B3 Application Note – Continuum B3 I/F to Automation Server Quick Guide-RS485-B3 Best Practices Guide - Continuum B3 I/F AN03-RS485-MNB Application Note – I/A Series MNB I/F to Automation Server Quick Guide-RS485-MNB Best Practices Guide – I/A Series MNB I/F AN04-RS485-Legrand Application Note – Legrand Meter I/F to Automation Server Quick Guide-RS485-Legrand Best Practices Guide – Legrand Meter I/F AN05-RS485-VT7000 Application Note – VT7000 Series I/F to Automation Server Quick Guide-RS485-VT7000 Best Practices Guide – VT7000 Series I/F Note:    If using the download center for the first time, you will need to register. See Register for The Exchange Download Center for more information. The Download Center requires the use of Internet Explorer (version 8 or higher), Google Chrome or Firefox browsers. Additional information is available in the Hardware Reference Guide Access the StruxureWare Building Operation Web Help. Also check out the SmartStruxure-RS485-Controller Unit Load Quick-Help video on the Exchange.

Issue Step by step instructions to configure the Lonworks Network Interfaces application to communicate over IP-852 to a Loytec L-IP router using the Echelon driver Product Line Field Devices, Other, TAC Vista Environment LNS Turbo Lonmaker turbo Lonworks Network Interfaces Loytec L-IP  Cause Instructional how to document steps through the necessary set-up to get a Loytec L-IP to communicate in a Vista system using the Echelon driver Resolution It is preferred to use Loytec's own driver rather than Echelon's driver, and also the Loytec driver is the only one supported in SmartStruxure, how ever it is possible to use Echelon's driver following the guide below. To learn more about the L-IP and understand the difference between two drivers, check this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLNBv6tEDXg or Loytec L-IP 101 Note 1: The first steps would be to verify the IP addresses needed for both the computer and the Loytec L-IP router. In this example, we will be using 10.159.5.39 for the L-IP and 10.159.3.26 for the computer running LNS. The default IP address of the Loytec L-IP router is 192.168.1.254. In most cases the default IP needs to be changed to match the system network. Please reference the L-IP Users Manual page 20 for instructions on how to change the IP address of the device. Note 2: In our example there is only one L-IP, so it is configured as the configuration server. Remember: One L-IP within any Vista Server system has to be configured as the configuration server. Please reference page 52 of the L-IP users manual for instructions on how to set a L-IP as a configuration server. This document has the web instructions in step 12. Navigate to the windows control panel and open the Lonworks Interfaces application. In lonmaker 3.1 with LNS 3.1 the program will be lonworks IP channels: Within the Lonworks Interfaces application choose the IP-852 tab: Under network interface click the Add button: In the Network Interface Add window you will need to name your connection. In this example it is just simply named IP for the IP channel within LNS. The IP Address should be set to the local IP of the computer. The IP Port should be left at the default 1628 and Channel Timing should be LAN. Click OK: Back within the LonWorks Interfaces application you should now see the named IP network, the IP address, and the IP port number: Next, Click the Test button to test the communications from LonWorks Interfaces to the L-IP configuration server: Check the box to Set the Configuration Server Address and type in the IP address of you configurations server L-IP router. The default IP port used in network interfaces is 1628 so requesting a communication test from the L-IP requires the configuration server return port to be set to 1629. Then click the Start Test button: After clicking Start Test you will see a message verifying the test has started. If your test is successful you will see the following message: Your Lonworks Network Interfaces is now configured for a TCPIP connection and properly setup to communicate to a Loytec L-IP router configured as a configuration server. If you never receive a message showing a successful test, please proceed to step 9. Login to the L-IP web interface by opening a web browser and typing the IP address of the device. In our example it is http://10.159.5.39. This is the default web page within the L-IP web interface: Click the Config button: You will now be prompted to login to the controller. The default username is Administrator and the default password is admin Note: for new version of L-IP, its username is admin and password is loytec4u. Click on EIA-852 Server and make sure the Config server status is enabled and the Config server port is 1629. If any changes are necessary, a message will appear at the bottom of the web page to reboot the device for the changes to take effect. And if there are more than one LIP in this network, all the other LIPs apart from the first one need to choose disabled option for the Config server status. Click on EIA-852 Ch. List. In the channel list you should see your local L-IP device and IP address. The next step is to add the IP address of the HOST PC running the Lonworks Network Interfaces application. Click the Add Device button. Name your device. In this example it is named PC. Then type in the IP address and the port number of the HOST PC and click save. Click in the Recontact button and go back and repeat step 7. You should now see a successful test from your configuration server. If there are more than one LIP in the network, add all the other LIPs in this list. Now your Loytec L-IP router is communicating to the Lonworks Network Interfaces program. This will allow your LNS server to communicate on the IP channel connection within Lonmaker or NL220 and use this Loytec L-IP as its connection to the Lonworks network. Additional setup information is available here in the L-IP Users Manual.

Issue TC300 Series Networking Digital Fan Coil Thermostat - Modbus Protocol Documentation Product Line Field Devices Environment TC300 Series Digital Fan Coil Thermostats Cause Modbus protocol information is needed in order to perform Modbus integration to the TC300 Series Digital Fan Coil Thermostats. Resolution The TC303 thermostats come with the option of Modbus communication for both 2- and 4-pipe configurations. Modbus is an open, widespread and well established serial communication protocol used within building automation. The support of Modbus communication allows simple integration of the TC303 thermostats to a building management system, using standard Modbus serial communications. The following models provide support for Modbus connectivity: TC303-3A2LM TC303-3A4LM TC303-3A2DLMS TC303-3A4DLMS TC303-3A2DPMS TC303-3A4DPMS The TC303 thermostats communicate as a Modbus RTU slave device over a serial RS-485 connection, allowing for the transfer of real time data. Thermostats manufactured from November 2018 (2018-W44-4)* onward can be configured to communicate at 9600 (default) or 4800 bps. The communication parameters for TC-300 thermostats manufactured prior to this date cannot be adjusted and are fixed as follows: 4800bps Baud Rate 8 Data Bits Odd Parity 1 Stop Bit The actual Modbus address of the thermostat can be set for each individual device on the RS-485 network. The address is defined via the parameter menu on the thermostat itself. The address range available is from 01 to 32 and is defined under menu item 04 of the parameter settings. For full details on this, other parameter setting options available and Modbus communications parameters/registers, please refer to the Installation Instructions.  Connection to the RS-485 network is made via dedicated terminals on the back of the thermostat and marked A (+) and B (-).   TC300 Series Digital Fan Coil Thermostat Installation Instructions TC300 Series Modulating Fan Coil Thermostat Installation Instructions   * Note - The Installation Instructions have not been updated to include the information that thermostats manufactured from November 2018 (2018-W44-4) onward can be configured to communicate at 9600 (default) or 4800 bps. 

Issue The specifications and setup details of the EH series humidity sensors. Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, TAC IA Series, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Humidity Sensor Cause The EH Series Room, Duct and Outside humidity sensors are a universal Relative Humidity transmitter that can be powered with either a +15 to 36 Vdc or 24 Vac supply voltage. The EH series sensors are designed with a field selectable 4-20 mA, 0-5 Vdc, or 0-10 Vdc output signal that is equivalent to 0 to 100% RH. The EH Series is used in building automation system, humidity chambers, and OEM applications and is compatible with Vista, Continuum, I/Net, I/A, and SmartStruxure systems. Resolution EH Series Humidity Sensors Click the below links to look at the documentation for these sensors including the dip switch settings. EH Series Humidity Sensor Data Sheet EH Series Humidity Sensor Installation and Operation Instructions Old EH Series Humidity Model For information on the older style of dip switches (models with two separate sets of dip switches), see the document below. Old EH Series Humidity Sensor Installation and Operation Instructions

Issue The Exchange Download Center contains all of the assets you once accessed through the Buildings Extranet are now available on a brand new platform. It's easy to search and fast to download. Stay tuned for more great features as we roll this into the all-new extranet solution for Buildings. We ask that you register for a new account on The Exchange.   Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Expert, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, Other, Pelco, Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell Sigma, TAC IA Series, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Exchange Download Center Cause You can utilize the new Buildings web experience from The Exchange. Resolution Navigate to https://ecoxpert.se.com/ * Use a modern browser for the best experience: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Microsoft Internet Explorer version 8 or later. If you receive the following error in Internet Explorer despite using version 8 or later, the browser displays the page in Compatibility View. Click here for more information on Compatibility View and how to disable it. The Download Center will not function properly in Compatibility View.   On the header bar, you will see the option in the top right corner for “Login / Register.” Click it.   If you are already registered, enter your email address and password. If this is your first time registering, click the link for “New to the Download Center? Register here!”   Answer whether or not you are a Schneider Electric employee using the radio buttons. If you are a Schneider Electric employee, enter your SESA ID and your desired password for The Exchange. Click to accept Schneider Electric’s Terms and Conditions and hit “Create Account.” * The first time you register, you must be connected to the Schneider Electric network or connected via VPN. This is only required at registration. All future logins can be done externally. If you are not a Schneider Electric employee, enter your first name, last name, company name, location, business email address, and desired password for The Exchange. * It is important to use your business email address if you are a licensed partner. Your email address is used to automatically validate your Partner status and assign the correct permissions to your user profile.   An email is sent to your designated inbox with a link to click through and validate your email address. Once this is done, your login is created, and you are ready to start using the Download Center. * If an error is displayed when trying to validate your authentication code, please try to log in. This happens when an email address has already been verified and oftentimes does not indicate an error with the registration.   Once logged in, you can search and download assets available to your user profile. If you attempt to download a file that you do not have access to, you will be given a chance to report if this is in error. Your username, email, and the asset you are trying to access are recorded. Please enter a message if any further description is required and hit “Submit.” A member of our team will get back to you promptly with a resolution. Web Site Support For any issue regarding The Exchange Download Center, please contact us at exchangesupport@schneider-electric.com.

Issue ISO 9001 certificate for Schneider Electric Buildings Product Line EcoStruxure Building Expert, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices,Other, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Management Certification Certificate for the Design and Manufacture of Building Management System Controllers, Devices and Electronic Systems Cause ISO9001 certificates are sometimes requested for different projects. Resolution Download the ISO 9001:2015 certificate here.

Issue SPP920 Datasheet, Technical Information and Installation Instructions Product Line Field Device Environment SPP920 Differential Pressure Switch Cause No information available for the SPP920. The Sensor catalogue says it is supported by Huba. Resolution Either click link www.hubacontrol.com and search for 630. or the Technical information can be downloaded here. Installation Instructions can be downloaded here. Mechanical connections are: P1 = High Pressure (discharge/flow), P2 = Low Pressure (suction/vacuum) All of the various pressure range options come with the following options: - EPDM diaphram material - Brass Case - Spec Cover PG9 - IP65 Rating - Bracket Type A

Issue What does that controller/device look like Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Expert, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell Sigma, TAC IA Series, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Site with TAC or Schneider Electric Controller(s) Cause Questions concerning what a controller looks like, or if there are no labels on the controller which help identify. Are photographs or drawings available? (This is an article in progress. Have one that is not listed? Please help by taking a good picture(s) and including or send to Product Support) Resolution I/NET: 7728 7728 Left side 7728 Right side  7790 7790 side 7790 older model  7790 older model side  7798C Top 7716 7920 7920 side  MR-AHU MR-AHU left side MR-AHU right side P8UI8DO Expansion board  SCU1284 SCU1284 side Continuum: ACX5720 ACX5720 Open CX9702  b4920 b4920 Open BCX1 BCX1 open i2-600 Series i2.600 Series Open  i2_850 i2_850_Open i2_887_L_115  i2_920 i2_920_open CX9400 with three 32s and two 16s in 8 card rack CX9400 CPU front CAD Drawings for the Continuum controllers are also available on The Exchange Download Center: Link Here.

Issue Replacements for Satchwell sensors Product Line Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell Sigma, Field Devices Environment DR DR3253 DRT DRT3451 DRT3453 DRT4453 DRT3651 DRT3652 DRT3801 DRT3851 DU DU4301 DUS DUS4302 DUSF DUSF4351 DUSF4352 DRTE DRTE2201 DRTE2801 DRTE2851 DRH DRH7702 DRH7703 DRTH DRTH7712 DRTH7713 DOT DOT0001 DOT0002 DOS DOS0002 DDT DDT1701 Cause Replacements for Satchwell Room sensors Resolution DOT0001/0002 Outside temperature sensor For CSC, KMC, MMC, IAC, MNN New part number: STO600/5126060000 DOS0002 Outside solar sensor For CSC, KMC, MMC, IAC, MNN New part number:  SSO600/5126050000 DR3253 Room sensor non-adjustable For SVT New part number: STR614/004604900 DRT3451 Room sensor exposed adjustment For CZU, CSC New part number: STR612/004604700 DRT3452 Room sensor concealed adjustment For CZU, CSC New part number: STR611/004604600 DRT3453 Room sensor non-adjustable CZU, CSC, CXR, CZT, KMC, MMC, IAC, MNN New part number: STR600/004604100 DRT4451 Room sensor non-adjustable As DRT 3453 in S-Link housing Obsolete with no Schneider Electric replacement Suggestions: Try Titan Products or Sontay DRT3651 Room temperature sensor exposed adjustment For CXR, CZT, KMC, MMC, IAC, MNN New part number: STR602/004604300 DRT3652 Room temperature sensor exposed + LED For MMC, IAC, MNN Obsolete with no Schneider Electric replacement Suggestions: Try Titan Products or Sontay DRT3801 Room temperature sensor fan switch On/off for CZU, MNN, IAC Obsolete with no Schneider Electric replacement Suggestions: Try Titan Products or Sontay DRT3851 Room temperature sensor fan speed switches As above plus medium and high Obsolete with no Schneider Electric replacement Suggestions: Try Titan Products or Sontay DU4301 Room sensor temperature For MNN & URC New part number: STR601/004604200 DUS4302 Room sensor temperature setpoint advanced basic sensor New part number: STR613/004604800 DUSF4351 Room sensor temperature setpoint adjustable fan auto/on/off fan override New part number: STR609/004604400 DUSF4352 Room sensor temperature setpoint advanced fan Auto/1/2/3 fan override New part number: STR610/004604500 DRTE2201 Active room detector Basic sensor Obsolete with no Schneider Electric replacement Suggestions: Try Titan Products or Sontay DRTE2801 Active room detector On/off Obsolete with no Schneider Electric replacement Suggestions: Try Titan Products or Sontay DRTE2851 Active room detector Off/low/medium/high Obsolete with no Schneider Electric replacement Suggestions: Try Titan Products or Sontay DRH7702 2% 0-10V DC humidity only For KMC, MMC, IAC, MNN New part number: SHR100/006902340 DRH7703 3% 0-10V DC humidity only For KMC, MMC, IAC, MNN New part number: SHR100/006902340 DRTH7712 2% 0-10V DC humidity with Satchwell NTC TEMP OUTPUT For KMC, MMC, IAC, MNN New part number: SHR100-T6/006902420 DRTH7713 3% 0-10V DC humidity with Satchwell NTC temperature output For KMC, MMC, IAC, MNN New part number: SHR100-T6/006902420 DDT DDT1701, DDT1702 and DDT0001 Duct sensor non-adjustable New part number: STD660 5126030000 Contact Details: Titan Controls: http://www.titancontrols.net/ Sontay Controls https://www.sontay.com

Issue How to be redundant with your intelligent Building Management System (iBMS) Product Line Andover Continuum,EcoStruxure Building Operation,Field Devices,Other,Satchwell Sigma,Security Expert,TAC INET Environment Existing intelligent Building Management System Open Mind High Avalibility Solutions everRun MX Cause In engineering, redundancy is the duplication of critical components of a system with the intention of increasing reliability of the system. To be redundant with an intelligent Building Management System (iBMS) would take on two possibilities. 1. Have an alarm on critical points alerting personnel who move into action quickly replacing control boards or devices in the event of failure. 2. Have secondary backup controllers which upon failure, which are used to control devices resuming functionality. This is accomplished through programming the BAS with event sequences triggered from alarms or flags noting the failure. Redundancy capabilities and feasibility is site specific. Ascertaining failure in boards, points, or devices is crucial to creating secondary measure to keep seamless processes going and resume with functions.   Error detection and correction with maintenance is often the best practice for preventing failure. Worn components is the leading cause of failure, followed by lack of planning and consideration in the protection of electrical components through power surges or failures.   For the database, backups including automated backups for MSDE, SQL Express, and Full SQL are available. For further information on database backups and options, take a look at Microsoft SQL Management Studio. For Host Computer backups, look at adding a secondary computer which replicates the database and can capture transactions and messages should a failure with the primary host computer take place. Also work with the local IT department to keep machines up to date, safe, and clean of 3rd party applications which may interfere with integrity.   Schneider Electric’s building management systems are designed such that building control continues even when controller to server communication is disrupted. The BMS server is home to a database of alarm and historical data, as well as system parameters and programs. When a server or its network connection fails, the collection of data from building controllers halts until the problem is resolved. For data critical applications, this solution provides an environment capable of preventing the data loss that results from these types of failures.  Although we do support its use with StruxureWare Building Operation, Security Expert, Continuum, I/NET, Vista, Sigma, and I/A Series as a disaster recovery solution, we do not provide direct support for EverRun. Resolution For Open Mind High Availability Solutions guide please look at the following link; Open Mind High Availability Solution guide For everRun MX solution guide please look at the following link; everRun MX guide  

Issue A newly installed program does not run and could be using a port on the host computer that's already assigned to another running program or service.  How can current port usage on the host computer be determined quickly? Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert, Satchwell MicroNet, Satchwell BAS & Sigma, TAC INET, TAC I/A Series, TAC Vista, Andover Continuum, CCTV, Field Devices Environment Microsoft Windows Cause A port conflict is suspected. Resolution Open a command prompt and type: netstat -a -n -p tcp -b This command will display all services running, protocol used, local and foreign address, state, and program name.   netstat -p tcp -ano This command will display all services running, protocol used, local and foreign address, state and PID (process identifier). Use Task Manager to match the PID to the program using the port. netstat -p tcp -ano | findstr :80 If a specific port number is necessary, this command will interrogate the system for the program currently using that port number:

Issue Interfacing M-Bus meters to Modbus. Product Line Andover Continuum, EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, Satchwell Sigma Environment Sigma IC3-Modbus Mbus Modbus Kampstrup Heat Meter Multical 601 Cause Multical 601 M-Bus meters are required to be interfaced with the BMS. Resolution A M-Bus/Modbus converter (RS-485, RS-232 or TCP) and configuration software are required. The converter  and software are available from SyxthSense or similar suppliers. Using the converter and software setup the M-Bus/Modbus system without the BMS system connected. The M-Bus/Modbus converter will automatically assign the M-Bus registers as Modbus registers. From the software note the tables and registers used. Create the Modbus registers as required for the BMS system used. For Sigma - Create the gateway.txt, connect and configure the IC3-Modbus. A sample of the gateway.txt can be downloaded here: MultiCal Modbus Gateway.zip. For further M-Bus information see M-Bus Protocol Information. 

Issue What is pneumatic actuator spring range shift and how to eliminate. Environment Pneumatic Actuator Cause General information about the Spring range shift Resolution Spring range shift is an inherent feature of all spring return pneumatic actuators without positive positioners. The nominal published spring range of a pneumatic actuator without a positive positioner is the air pressure required to fully stroke the actuator WITH NO EXTERNAL LOAD. In the extend direction against an opposing load as provided by a damper or a valve, the supply air pressure must be increased above the spring range of the actuator to overcome the spring and the opposing force. In the retract direction against an opposing load as provided by a damper or a valve, the supply air pressure must be decreased below the spring range of the actuator so that the spring can overcome the air pressure and the opposing force. Under constant load conditions, the range of the actuator is offset by the amount of air pressure required to provide close-off of the damper or the valve. Normally open valves (3-way mixing valves with the higher inlet pressure at port "B") or dampers require the supply air pressure to the valve to be greater than the upper end of the spring range to obtain close-off. Normally closed valves (3-way mixing valves with the higher inlet pressure at port "A") or dampers require the supply air pressure to the valve to be less than the lower end of the spring range to obtain close-off. When is "Spring Range Shift" a concern? It is a concern when two or more pneumatic controlled devices should be sequenced from one pneumatic signal without an overlap. An example would be a normally open heating valve and a normally closed cooling valve being sequenced from direct acting thermostat, In this example the spring range of the normally open valve will shift upward and the normally closed valve will shift downward which means the two valves may overlap. Another area of concern is that pneumatic control signal provides proper pressure span to operate the control device and provide "tight" close-off of damper or valve. Examples of limited pressure change would be: pneumatic controllers maximum output which is limited by main air pressure; the low pressure output capability of a pneumatic controller; and electronic to pressure transducer which can have a limited output such as 3 to 15 psig. What can be done to overcome "Spring Range Shift" when sequencing devices? Sequencing can be accomplished in a pneumatic system by selecting actuators with appropriate spring ranges, utilizing positive positioners (AK-42309-500 or N800-0555) or ratio relays with bias adjustment (2378-501) or controllers with separate outputs for each actuator. Positive positioners on damper and valve actuators provide the versatility of start point and span adjustment plus the availability of full pneumatic power for positioning. This is ideal way to provide precision sequencing, since variable loading on the actuator will not effect the sequencing. Biased start ratio relays may be used to provide a method of sequencing by amplifying or shifting the pneumatic signal. For applications involving sequencing a pressure to electric (P.E.) switch with a pneumatic actuator, the P.E. can often be adjusted to operate outside the operating range of the actuator. Sometimes larger actuators will help the sequencing problem. Using full actuator stroke to rotate the damper less than 90 degrees increases the force delivered to the damper and therefore reduces control signal change required to control the actuator. Rotating the damper 60 degrees usually provides almost full flow through the damper. If the actuator has an adjustable start point, adjusting the start points can help prevent sequencing problems. Normally open valves or dampers should have start point adjusted to the minimum and normally closed adjusted to the maximum. Sequencing problems can be eliminated by providing controllers with separate outputs for each actuator and do the sequencing in the controller. What can be done to increase the close-off of a damper or valve actuator due to limited or insufficient pneumatic control pressure to the control device? Proper control and close-off of the control device can be accomplished by selecting actuators with appropriate spring ranges, utilizing positive positioners (AK-42309-500 or N800-0555) or ratio relays with bias adjustment ( 2378-501). Positive positioners on damper and valve actuators provide the versatility of start point and span adjustment plus the availability of full pneumatic power for positioning (0 to main air pressure to the actuator). Biased start ratio relay provide a method of amplifying or shifting the pneumatic signal. Selecting larger actuators will increase close-off pressure. Using full actuator stroke to rotate the damper less than 90 degrees increases the force delivered to the damper. Rotating the damper 60 degrees usually provides almost full flow through the damper. If the actuator has an adjustable start point, proper adjustment of the start points will increase close-off. Normally open valves or dampers should have start point adjusted to the minimum and normally closed adjusted to the maximum. Provide electronic to pneumatic transducers with sufficient input span to obtain maximum or sufficient pneumatic output.

Issue The Device ID and name in a BACnet SE7000 room controller is factory set to the model number plus the MAC address. By default the MAC is set to 254 in the room controller, meaning the device does not communicate since valid MAC addresses need to be in the range 0-127. In cases where multiple BACnet networks containing SE7000 BACnet room controllers are connected to the same BACnet internetwork there could be duplicate ID's when using this schema. In these instances a T7600 Device Configurator Tool can be used to change these fields. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment • Building Operation Workstation • Building Operation Automation Server • SSL SE7000 Cause The Device ID and name in a BACnet SE7000 room controller is factory set to the model number plus the MAC address. By default the MAC is set to 254 in the room controller, meaning the device does not communicate since valid MAC addresses need to be in the range 0-127. For example when a VT7200F5000B room controller with a MAC address of 41 is connected to a network, its default Device Name will be VT7200F5x00B-41 and its default Device ID will be 72041. The device ID and name will change as soon as the MAC address is changed at the controller. The MAC address is set in the Installer configuration parameter menu using the Com Addr parameter. These fields can also be set by any BACnet management tool that can access these properties. Resolution The goal of this document is to give simple instructions on how to change the Device Instance of the VT7000 series thermostats using the T7600 Device Configurator tool and the recommended connections and wiring. 1. Converter (can be other models): Model 485OT9Lor USOTL4 from B&B Electronics. A USB-to-RS485 converter, like one used for MSTP captures, will work as well.  2. Recommended wiring for the configuration of Device Instances: The SE7000 room controllers have to be connected only to the converter (which has to be powered up) and disconnected from the network controller. The EOL resistors should remain at both ends of the trunk. 3. Setting up the software The software is supplied as a simple installer file download the software from here and run the installer. Prior to running the program for the first time setup steps 4 and 5 must to be accomplished. 4. Setting Windows Compatibility mode The T7600 Device Configurator Tool is legacy tool and therefore is only supported in a Windows 9X operating system, It has been tested and found to work in later versions of Windows by setting the compatibility mode to Windows 95 Locate the executable file T7600_MSTP_Config.exe in the C:\Program Files\Fastek\T7600 Config\ folder. Right click the file and select properties Go to the compatibility tab and change select Run this program in compatibility mode for: "Windows 95" from the drop down menu then click OK 5. Set the PC communications port Open the BACDOCM.ini located in the C:\Windows folder and enter communications port number in the line highlighted below and save the file. If a valid com port is not entered here the program will generate errors when launched and will not operate. Instructions on how to use the converter (file T7x00 MSTP Config.exe): 1. Open the configuration Tool 2. Double click on the BACDOOR icon in the icon tray on the bottom right of the PC. 3. On the window BACDOOR OEM MSTP Client status, click configure and in the configuration window set the Device instance to any number that does not conflict with any other device instance on the network.: 4. Close the BACDOOR configuration window and in the T7000 Device Configurator, click refresh device list. 6. All the devices on the trunk should appear and you can start changing the device instances one after the other. To do that: a. A- Select the first device.     B- Click Connect to device. The connection process can be long, wait for all the objects to be discovered.     C- change the instance ID using the keyboard.     D- click Apply changes. b. Select the next device and do the same. c. Repeat this action for all the discovered devices. 7. After making all the recommended changes, remove the RS-485 to 232 converter and reconnect the network.

Issue What is difference between valve rangeability and turndown ratio? Product Line Field Devices Environment Valves Cause Definition of the terms helps explain the flow outcomes. Resolution Rangeability - maximum controllable flow divided by minimum controllable flow Turndown ratio - normal maximum system flow divided by minimum controllable flow.   Rangeability is the inherent characteristic of the valve and turndown ratio is the installed characteristic.

Issue Using the Xenta 421A, 422A, 451A or 452A I/O modules as a stand alone Lonworks node and all values are reading the default 0. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, Field Devices, TAC Vista Environment Xenta I/O Modules Xenta 400, 421A, 422A, 451A, 452A as stand alone LON nodes Cause The Xenta 421A and Xenta 451A as stand alone Lonworks node require the UCPTConfiguration to be set to the necessary integer value for the required input. Resolution Please see the supporting documentation for the TAC Xenta 421A/422A and TAC Xenta 451A/452A that gives each nci value for the needed input type. To configure each input to the correct type please follow these steps: Navigate to the node in your Lonworks network management software (Lonmaker, NL220, Tridium, Etc.) Browse / Edit the controller to view all of the inputs, outputs, and configuration properties. Find the Universal Input module for the input you need to configure, and locate the UCPTConfigInput variable within that module Set this UCPTConfigInput variable to one of the following: 1 = 1.8 kohm thermistor 2 = DI with green indication 3 = 0-10 vdc 4 = 0-20 mA 5 = 10 kohm thermistor 6 = DI with red indication 7 = DI with green inverted indication 8 = DI with red inverted indication NOTE: This is normally done in Menta when you are using these controllers as I/O modules to a Xenta 401, Xenta 301, Xenta 302 base unit.  The scan time of all inputs is (200ms * number of inputs used).  So if there are 3 inputs, the complete module will have been scanned every 600ms.