Building Automation Knowledge Base

Issue When a SE7000 is setup in Vista you cannot configure the device using the nciCfg1FcuZn and nciCfg2FcuZn Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server SSL SE7000 Cause The configuration NCI's are not made available for Vista. Resolution To edit these values the lonworks plugin can be used or the front keypad on the sensor itself.

Issue Strange characters are displayed in the display of a VT7000 and SE7000 Series thermostat. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server SSL SE7000 Cause The thermostat has experienced a brownout condition. Any time the power drops below 16-17Vac for a 1/10 of a second or so it will cause this condition. Resolution The thermostat still updates to the BMS correctly; it’s only its display that’s affected.  Cycling power to the unit will clear the issue. However, if the brown out condition is not addressed, it can happen again. If a repeated brownout issue at the site cannot be corrected, consider powering the controller with an UPS.   

Issue Sometimes, switching 230V with the SE7000 controller is requested and/or necessary, but no such product is listed in the current portfolio. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment • Building Operation Workstation • Building Operation Automation Server • SSL SE7000 Cause No product that matches the requests are currently listed in the portfolio Resolution Two relay boards for fan coil units will be released late 2012.  These will allow the SE7000 devices to be used with 230V systems.

Issue Some controllers in the SE7000 range and all of the current SE8000 range cannot be supplied with a LON interface. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server SSL SE7000 Cause Some controllers in the SE7000 range (e.g SE7600E) are not shown with a part number for a factory-fitted LON interface in the Schneider Electric documentation.  Although they can be supplied in a 'network ready' version and there is a part number for a separate LON interface listed, the two are not compatible.  There is no LON network interface for the SE8000 range. Resolution Only the controllers currently available with a LON interface as per the Schneider Electric documentation are available to communicate with a LON system. There are no plans to add a LON card option to the other SE7000 series controllers or any of the SE8000 range and they cannot be fitted separately.   The only communication options for these controllers is BACnet or Zigbee.

Issue The client is inquiring about the availability of  I/A Series R2 and G3 objects for interface with the SE7000 Series Room Controllers Product Line TAC IA Series, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment I/A Series R2 UNC I/A Series G3 ENC SSL SE7000 Cause Not able to locate shadow objects with matching LonWorks program IDs within the existing I/A Series R2 and G3 modules. Resolution A set of new modules have been generated for use with the new SE7000 Series Room Controllers.  The new objects interface with the following program IDs. R2 objects: Se7273         (80:00:10:55:00:04:04:20) Se76Pir         (80:00:10:55:00:04:04:21) Se76RhPir    (80:00:10:55:00:04:04:22) Click to download ... lonSchneider-2.301.330.zip Click to download ... lonSchneider-2.301.431.zip Click to download ... lonSchneider-2.301.534.zip G3 objects: Se72_73.lnml (80:00:10:55:00:04:04:20) Se76Pir.lnml (80:00:10:55:00:04:04:21) Se76RhPir.lnml (80:00:10:55:00:04:04:22) Click to download ... lonSchneider-3.5.39.1.zip Click to download ... lonSchneider-3.7.17.zip The 3.5.39.1 module should be used with G3 versions 3.5 and lower. The 3.7.17 module should be used with G3 versions 3.6 and higher.

Issue Can the MNL-200 controller's analog output be used to turn a relay on and off?  Can you recommend a brand/model of relay? Product Line TAC IA Series Environment I/A Series MNL Controllers Cause The application requires additional digital outputs Resolution At 500 ohms and 20mA, the analog output produces 10 Vdc.  The voltage can go as high as11 Vdc by using a 550-ohm resistor instead. A common brand and model is from Kele (model # KEL-RIBU1C) and it's available on iPortal.  The coil pulls in at 10 Vdc and drops out at 3 Vdc.  Click here for the datasheet.

Issue The SE8000 documentation states that the power supply voltage is 7 Volts DC but the circuit board sticker says 7 VDC/24 VAC. Can the controller be powered from 24 VAC? Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server SSL SE8000 Cause An incompatible relay pack might have been used. Resolution Typically the SER8300 range are intended to have power supplied by the SC3000 relay pack which supplies the 7VDC. If an SC3000 relay pack is not used, for example, if the SER8300 is just being used as a wireless device then it is acceptable to power it from 24VAC.

Warning Potential for Data Loss: The steps detailed in the resolution of this article may result in a loss of critical data if not performed properly. Before beginning these steps, make sure all important data is backed up in the event of data loss. If you are unsure or unfamiliar with any complex steps detailed in this article, please contact Product Support for assistance. Issue SigmaX checks prior to transition into EBO Product Line Satchwell Sigma Environment SigmaX Cause Programmable Object checks required prior to transitioning Sigma to EBO. Resolution Programmable Object checks steps to be taken to check a Sigma database is free of more than one type of RETURN statement is used prior to a transition to EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO). This video will demonstrate how to use SigmaX to find and create a report of any Programmable Objects that are using more than one type of RETURN statement. This video with SigmaX is the third of three videos, the first SigmaX Quick Help Video will check for Database Errors and the second video will check for Duplicated Names.     When launching the SigmaX application, see the Knowledge Base articles for Side by Side errors and errors regarding missing SigmaX files should they occur.

Warning Potential for Data Loss: The steps detailed in the resolution of this article may result in a loss of critical data if not performed properly. Before beginning these steps, make sure all important data is backed up in the event of data loss. If you are unsure or unfamiliar with any complex steps detailed in this article, please contact Product Support for assistance. Issue SigmaX checks prior to transition into EBO Product Line Satchwell Sigma Environment SigmaX Cause Doctor checks required prior to transitioning Sigma to EBO. Resolution Preliminary checks steps to be taken to check a Sigma database is error free prior to a transition to EcoStruxure Building Operation (EBO). This video will demonstrate how to use SigmaX, but it will not resolve any errors in the database. Any database errors can have been caused by a number of different reasons and will provide a report listing the errors so that they can be corrected. This video with SigmaX is in three parts, the second SigmaX Quick Help Video will check for Duplicated Names and the third video will check for Programmable Objects with different types of RETURN statements. When launching the SigmaX application, see the Knowledge Base articles for Side by Side errors and errors regarding missing SigmaX files should they occur.

Warning Potential for Data Loss: The steps detailed in the resolution of this article may result in a loss of critical data if not performed properly. Before beginning these steps, make sure all important data is backed up in the event of data loss. If you are unsure or unfamiliar with any complex steps detailed in this article, please contact Product Support for assistance. Issue SigmaX - checking for duplicated segment and object names prior to EBO transition Product Line Satchwell Sigma Environment SigmaX Cause Checking for duplicated segment and object names prior to transitioning Sigma to EBO. Resolution With EBO, names cannot be duplicated within the same folder or segment, however in Sigma they could be, it was only the mnemonic that had to be different. When Data Importing into EBO, duplicated names are revised by adding a postfix to the duplicated name e.g. if there are two ‘room temperature’ then the 2nd one is revised to ‘room temperature2’ so that the Data Import can continue to proceed. In SigmaX, a report can be generated that will itemize any duplicated index or object names. Within SigmaX, these duplications can be renamed to a name of your choosing. Once, this is done, the Data Import will use the new names. This video with SigmaX is the second of three videos, the first SigmaX Quick Help Video will check for database errors primarily 'A' errors and the third video will check for Programmable Objects with different types of RETURN statements. When launching the SigmaX application, see the Knowledge Base articles for Side by Side errors and errors regarding missing SigmaX files should they occur.

Issue There are only fan coil control applications available and unable to find the Heat Pump Application. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server SSL SE8000 Cause The end-user might be using an incompatible controller for their application. Resolution Heat pump applications for the SE8x00 product are scheduled for availability in the 4th quarter of 2014.

Issue Default IP Address for AS,TCP/IP IPv6, and StruxureWare Building Operation Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Building Operation site Cause Attempted to ping AS and got "Request timed out." (AS does not have a default IP address) After going through StruxureWare Building Operation Device Administrator's Open Console which is also referred to as PuTTY(outlined below #1), the configuration has the proper: Hostname DHCP enabled/disabled IP address Subnet mask Default gateway DNS server Domain name Still the ping of the AS IP address receives "Request timed out"  Is this from a Virtual environment? See Resolution 6 below. Resolution Check the following settings: Use Device Administrator to set a static IP address for an Automation Server. Connect the Automation Server to the PC's USB port In Device Administrator, select the Automation Server you want to set the IP address for. On the View menu, click Console which opens console or PuTTY.  See NOTE below if Console icon not shown. If you are prompted to type a login name, default is "admin". Press Enter. If you are prompted to type a password, default is "admin". Press Enter. Type "setip". Press Enter. If you want to change the host name, delete the current host name and type a new host name. Press Enter. Type "no" to use a static IP address. Press Enter. Type the IP address for the Automation Server. Press Enter. Type the subnet mask. Press Enter. Type the default gateway address. Press Enter. Type the DNS server address. Press Enter. Type the domain name. Press Enter. Type "yes" to write the configuration. Press Enter. After the Network settings, "successfully updated" message is displayed, Type "exit" to log off. Press Enter. Rather than connect through a router or switch, plug the Ethernet cable directly into the AS. Ethernet port is AutoSensing (No Crossover Cable required). Adjust IP settings to close proximity IP and Subnet, such as the following example: Computer IP=192.168.1.2 Computer Subnet=255.255.255.0 Automation Server IP=192.168.1.5 Automation Server Subnet=255.255.255.0 Have only one NIC or network card enabled in Network Settings on this computer In Network Settings, uncheck the Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), which will disable. TCP/IP Version 6 is the latest version of the internet protocol which provides communication across diverse interconnected networks which is not necessary for this configuration. If you are using a virtual environment, exit that virtual environment and attempt the configuration from the real-world environment.  If AS hangs or comes up with the Status light in red: Start Device Administrator and establish a USB connection between the computer and AS. Press the reset button on the AS three times in a row to place it in DFU mode. The AS will disappear from the Device Administrator and re-appear in DFU mode. Perform Upgrade device operation. The AS can be configured using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) using Device Manager. It is recommended to not use DHCP but rather Static IP addresses. If the IP of the AS/ES changes, then reconfiguration of other AS/ES, or BACnet/IP, Modbus/IP interface needs to be changed also. NOTE: Beginning with StruxureWare Building Operation release 1.4.0, the Device Administrator no longer displays the "Console" icon on its toolbar. You can still access the PuTTY console by holding down the shift key and right-clicking on the automation server. You will have the option to open 'Console'. NOTE: Some network configuration setting changes may be prevented by the connected network. If you have issues getting the AS to save changes, disconnect the AS from the ethernet and use the USB connection only.

Issue Unable to upload the same Lua script to multiple Room Controllers at the same time Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment Building Operation Automation Server Premium SSL SE8000 (all) Cause The alternative method of uploading the script to each of the room controllers using a USB cable Resolution To upload a script to multiple Room Controllers, follow the below steps: (This procedure assumes the BACnet MSTP network is already setup) 1 - Log in to Building Operation Workstation 2 - Right-click on MSTP network and click "Search" 3 - Search for "Lua program 1" or any other Lua program object 4 - Highlight all the Room Controllers that the script will be transferred to then click on the "show/hide property grid" button. 5 - Expand the "Basic" tab and copy the Lua script in the "Description" field then click Save. 6 - The script will be uploaded to each of the Room Controllers one at a time and will be played automatically. Recommendations & Limitations: - Each Lua Program can take up to 460 bytes of text (per script). (Total of 10 Lua programs) - Script must be placed on a single line. Use semicolons ( ; ) as carriage return - Use multiple Lua programs if the 460 bytes limit is exceeded - Encapsulate logic inside the following if statement if the logic is intended to run once: if not init then    ---Script logic here    init = true end For general information about Lua programming for SE8000 Room Controllers, refer to the following guide: Custom Programming Guide for SE8000 Series Room Controllers - Application Guide

Issue When SE7000/SE8000 Series Room Controllers are bound to the MPM via ZigBee, "Effective Occupancy" does not follow "Occupancy Command" if the COV box is checked. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment SSL MPM SSL SE8000 SSL SE7000 Cause Data type mismatch Resolution Uncheck the COV box for Effective Occupancy

Issue Unable to set SE7000 series room controllers local displays in a language other than English Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment SE7000 VT7000 Cause Request from a European country Resolution The SE7000 / VT7000 series displays are only available in English. The SE8000 series have non-English local interfaces.

Issue There is only 1 input available, but the end-user wants more than 1 sensor to be connected, where the reading will be averaged. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server SSL SE8000 Cause The wrong sensor type or incorrect wiring might have been used. Resolution 4 resistive sensors of the same type are required. Depending on scenario, 2 sensors may have to be fitted adjacent to each other, or fit 2 sensors into 1 sensor housing to achieve the correct number of zones to be monitored. For wiring follow the drawing below:

Issue The user is inquiring about wireless communication Protocols that are available for the SE7000 series controllers Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server Cause Unable to find the correct communication Protocols Resolution There are 2 communication options for wireless: BACnet IP or BACnet MSTP. At this time there is no option for LON wireless.

Issue Unable to access SE7000 parameters as shown in the user interface guide. Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment Building Operation Workstation Building Operation Automation Server SSL SE7000 Cause Parameters to configure SE7000 are inaccessible Resolution To access SE7600 and SE7300, press and hold the middle key until the thermostat display Pswd set? Y/N. To access SE7200, press and hold the override key until the thermostat display Pswd set 0. For SE7200, use override keys to select parameters and use up or down arrows for configuration. For SE7200, use the middle key to select parameters and use up or down arrows for configuration. For SE7600, use YES and NO keys to select parameters and use up or down arrows for configuration.  

Issue Selecting the correct SE7000 Controller Model compatible with the user application Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation, EcoStruxure Building Expert Environment • Building Operation Workstation • Building Operation Automation Server • SSL SE7000 Cause There are several different SE7000 series controllers to choose from and it is important to select the correct one for the application Resolution The online selection tool is available SE7000 Room Controller Selection

Issue When converting b3/i2 Tristate outputs to EBO Multistate, care must be taken to convert to the appropriate Multistate OR Multistate Pulsed output type Product Line EcoStruxure Building Operation Environment Continuum b3850 Controller Continuum i2850 Controller Cause Continuum Tristate outputs controlling dampers need to be converted to EBO Multistate pulsed  Resolution The tool will convert to Multistate or Multistate Pulsed based on the "Format" property of the Continuum Tristate output.   To have the tool convert to Multistate Pulsed, change the 'Format" property of the Continuum output From $### to #.# or another applicable format that does NOT include the "$"   This can be done in the dump file that is to be used for the conversion.