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DPU Restore, what triggers this operation

Issue DPU Restore, when and what information is downloaded to the Door Controllers Product Line TAC INET Environment TAC I/Net Seven site with DPU or SCU 7910, 7920 1284, 1280 door controllers, download Cause A variety of errors with door access can be attributed to download individual information to the door controller(s). Resolution When changes are made to any one of the following, a download is triggered to each of the DPU/SCU controllers. Name Group Issue Level Card Number If using DPU Restore, remember that during the DPU\SCU restore, these are the items that are being downloaded. Cold Start signal - followed by point data from the SLI Tamper Parameters (SCU Only) Translation parameters Tenant information Floor Mapping\Personnel data for each Elevator\Door Secondary Time Schedules End of the Cold Start process After the Cold Start ends, then the Big Card Numbers (HEX) are restored from the SLI to the DPU\SCU controllers
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Picard Product_Support
‎2020-09-17 06:28 PM

Last Updated: Guinan RobertAndriolo Guinan ‎2020-09-17 06:31 PM

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How to configure SevenReports on a Remote Client or for Third Party Access

Issue Can a Remote Client run I/NET Reports (SevenReports) from the I/NET Seven Server's SQL database? Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET Seven SevenReports Cause In a Remote Client configuration, the local SQL database is not used and is typically blank.  To enable the local SevenReports engine to connect to the I/NET Server the ODBC data source must be configured to successfully connect to this server workstation.  Resolution To download more detail instructions please Click Here Remote Client: The following procedures describe how to configure the local I/NET Seven ODBC data source to communicate with the SQL server on another I/NET Seven workstation. Open the ODBC Data Source Administrator editor. (Control Panel / Administrative Tools) In the ODBC Data Source Administrator editor, click the System DNS tab, highlight the Seven ODBC data source, and click Configure.... In the DSN Configuration editor, use the Server field to specify the name of the I/NET Seven workstation and SQL Server instance that will be used as the server for this workstation. Click Next and enter the third-party Login ID and Password appropriate for the selected server. If the server is using the default settings for these parameters, the Login ID will be INetThirdParty and the Password will be passinetdb3p_SE. Click Next two more times and then click Finish. In the resulting window, review the summary of settings. If necessary, you can use the Back button to return to previous screens and make changes to the configuration. Click the Test Data Source... button to test the connection. Click OK to close the Test Results window. Click OK to close the DSN Configuration editor. Click OK to close the ODBC Data Source Administrator editor. Third-Party Applications Use the following procedures to create a new ODBC data source on a PC that is not running I/NET Seven. The purpose of this task is to allow local third-party applications to communicate with I/NET Seven running on another PC. Open the ODBC Data Source Administrator editor. (Control Panel / Administrative Tools) In the ODBC Data Source Administrator editor, click the System DNS tab and click Add.... In the resulting window, scroll through the list and highlight the driver appropriate for the version of SQL Server installed on your PC:  - For MSDE/SQL Server 2000, select SQL Server. - For SQL Server 2005, select SQL Native Client. - For SQL Server 2008, select SQL Native Client 10. Click the Finish button. In the DSN Configuration editor, make the following settings:  - Define the data source Name as “Seven ODBC”.  - Define the Description as “ODBC Connection for I/NET Seven”.  - Use the Server field to specify the name of the I/NET Seven workstation that will be used as the SQL server for applications on this PC. Click Next and make the following settings:  - Select the With SQL Server authentication using a login ID and password entered by the user option. - Near the bottom of the editor, enter the third-party Login ID and Password appropriate for the selected server. If the server is using the default settings for these parameters, the Login ID will be INetThirdParty and the Password will be PassInetDb3p_SE. Click Next two more times and then click Finish. In the resulting window, review the summary of settings. If necessary, you can use the Back button to return to previous screens and make changes to the configuration. Click the Test Data Source... button to test the connection. Click OK to close the Test Results window. Click OK to close the DSN Configuration editor. Verify that the new ODBC data source has been added to the list of System Data Sources. Click OK to close the ODBC Data Source Administrator editor. More detailed information is also available on Extranet in TCON301 Chapter 2 - ODBC Driver Interface section.
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Picard Product_Support
‎2020-09-16 04:50 PM

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Database Caching in the Door Controller

Issue How many messages are buffered on a Door Controller 7910A and 7920 DPU? Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET Seven Door Controllers: DPU 7910A, DPU 7920, and SCU 1284 Cause Even though every device in the system contains a message queue, only a few of the devices will successfully buffer the queued messages for later distribution. All controllers and Taps distribute messages out of their RS485 port even with the absence of any LAN communication. This is due to the fact that there is no requirement for an acknowledgment to be received at the generating device. The RS485 LAN is for both solicited and unsolicited message traffic. The only devices that perform extended buffering are the ones that directly communicate to polling devices such as the 7801 Taps, 7803 Taps, 7804 Taps, and all DPUs/SCUs. The MRs, ASCs, and UCs do not generate messages; messages relating to these devices are generated by the relevant MRI, MCI, etc. Resolution Refer to the Database Caching in the Door Controller Chapter 9-11 in TCON 300-05/17 for full details. For the 7910A and 7920 see the following details:  Controller software before v.2.20 = 100 messages Controller software for 2.20 and later = based on the number of resident individuals (see table below).
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‎2020-09-15 04:58 PM

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I/NET Direct Digital Control (DDC) Modules

Issue A more in-depth description of each of the Direct Digital Control (DDC) modules in I/NET Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET DDC DCUs, PCUs, MRs Two Position Module (2POS) PID Controller (PID) Float Module (FLT) Reset Module DDC Hi/Lo Module (HI/LO) Relay Module (Single Pole Double Throw Relay) Calc Module Cause DDC is a system that measures a variable, compares the variable with a known value to determine the error, processes the error using a specific software algorithm, and then produces an output to modify the controlled variable. Resolution Most of these modules are discussed in both TCON 083 or  TCON 299 System Operator Guide for more details. (The System Operator Guide is installed by default on your I/NET Host Workstation) DDC Two Position Module (2POS) This module is used where the final control element is in either one state or another opposite state (ON/OFF, OPEN/SHUT). This type of control will commonly be used for simple heating or cooling systems, starting and stopping motors, controlling water sprays for humidification, etc. This module is available in our PCUs and DCUs; and you can customize it for your needs.  DDC PID Controller (PID) In Proportional (P), Proportional + Integral (PI), and Proportional + Integral + Derivative (PID) control, the control element moves linearly to a position that is proportional to the deviation and the rate of deviation of the controlled process variable from a prescribed setpoint. This type of control, in any of its three modes, or combinations thereof, is commonly used for the control of modulating valves, vanes or modulating motors where a proportional output control point is used. The proportional output control point may be either an analog output (voltage, current, resistance) or a pulse width output where the duration of the pulse is proportional to the error variation. This module is available in our PCUs and DCUs; and you can customize it for your needs.  DDC Float Module (FLT) Traditionally, floating control actuates a control device when the error, i.e. the difference between the controlled process variable and the setpoint, exceeds a deadband and maintains the control until the error is within the deadband. The floating controller is based on the same principle however it has been enhanced to include PID control without the requirement for analog output or pulse width position feedback. The output of this controller may be directed toward either a pair of variable pulse width discrete outputs to control a bi-directional drive motor or dual EP value arrangement which is generally described as a "pressure-vent" controller. This type of control is commonly used for the same applications as the PID controller where positive feedback is either unnecessary or economically unsound. This module is available in our PCUs and DCUs; and you can customize it for your needs.  DDC Reset Module (RESET) Reset is used to develop a setpoint output in an inversely or directly proportional relationship to one or two analog inputs and one or two operator-specific reset schedules. This module is available in our PCUs and DCUs; and you can customize it for your needs.  DDC Hi/Lo Module (HI/LO) This module is used to provide the highest and/or lowest value from two or more measured variables, most commonly temperatures. HI/LO can be cascaded to accommodate virtually any number of inputs of similar nature. Typically the lowest space temperature would be the most logical to use to directly reset the heating water setpoint. The HI/LO modules provide the control engineer with a convenient alternative method for making the selection. The HI/LO modules may also be used as an OR/NOR selector by using the state(s) of various monitored discrete points. This module is available in our PCUs and DCUs; and you can customize it for your needs.  DDC Relay Module (Single Pole Double Throw Relay) This module provides a mechanism for selecting one of two values or states based on conditions within the controlled environment. The actions of the relay are controlled by one discrete input and control which of two input states or values is directed to the output. The inputs and output may be either discrete or analog. The actions of this relay are analogous to its electric/electronic counterpart in its simplest form. This module is available in our PCUs and DCUs; and you can customize it for your needs.  DDC Calc Module This module functions similarly to calculations added to a point through the calculation extension editor. This module is only available in Micro Regulators (MR). It is not available in Application Specific Controllers (ASC). 
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Picard Product_Support
‎2020-09-15 04:18 PM

Last Updated: Guinan RobertAndriolo Guinan ‎2020-09-15 04:19 PM

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Adding an SP-RDM2 to a Transitioned I/NET Site

Issue An SP-RDM2 will be used to add doors to an I/NET-transitioned site. The readers connected to the SP-RDM2 will need to read Hex Card Number credentials. Product Line Security Expert, TAC INET Environment Security Expert Controller (SP-C) Security Expert Reader Module (SP-RDM2). Cause After transitioning an INET site to Security Expert, you may find it necessary to add one or more new doors. In Security Expert, you add doors to your system by attaching one or more SP-RDM2 modules to the RS-485 bus of an SP-C (up to two doors per SP-RDM2). That is still true for the transitioned system; however, some configuration tasks must be performed to allow the SP-RDM2 to coexist with the SCUs and DCUs that are already communicating with the SP-C.  You will also configure the SP-RDM2 to use the custom Hex Card Number credential you created as part of the INET transition process. Resolution For an SP-RDM2 module to work in conjunction with I/NET modules it must be configured in a specific way. You will need: SP-C firmware 2.08 build 911 or later SP-RDM2 firmware 1.12 build 546 or later Configuring the SP-RDM2: To the existing transitioned I/NET site, add a new Reader Expander for the additional SP-RDM2 reader module. (Note that the last reader expander defined in your existing system may be assigned to a dual-address SCU. If this is the case, make sure the address you assign to the SP-RDM2 is at least two addresses higher than the SCU to avoid address conflict.)  Set the Reader 1 Format and the Reader 2 Format to "Custom Credential". (Note that if the Port 1 Network Type or Port 2 Network Type is set to "Schneider Electric RS485" then this will need to be changed to "Wiegand" to allow you to set the reader format; it is greyed out otherwise. The network type can be set back to "Schneider Electric RS485" afterward.) Set the Port 1 Network Type and Port 2 Network Type according to the type of readers that are connected. In order to correctly convert the card read to the hexadecimal credential format that is programmed for the users, the reader expander must know what card format is being presented. This is done using commands. For the reader on port 1, add the command "R1RawFmt = #" where # is one of the descriptions shown in the table below. Similarly for the reader on port 2, add the command "R2RawFmt = #" where # is one of the descriptions shown in the table below.  If the command is absent, then Wiegand 26 is used as a default. Command Card Type R1RawFmt = Wiegand 26 26-bit Wiegand R1RawFmt = Wiegand 32 32-bit Wiegand R1RawFmt = Wiegand 34 34-bit Wiegand R1RawFmt = Wiegand 66 66-bit Wiegand R1RawFmt = Custom Wiegand Any Wiegand card - parity check is skipped Additionally, the SP-C controller must know which reader expanders to expect on the I/NET network and which reader expanders to expect on the Security Expert module comms network. By default, if the controller command "INET = true" is present in the SP-C, then all modules are considered to be on the I/NET network. Adding an SP-RDM2 to the Security Expert module comms network with no additional commands will result in partial operation but there will be problems. To use a mixture of I/NET modules and Security Expert modules, a command must be added to the programming of all I/NET modules. This command is: "HardwareType = INET" If this command has never been added to any module, and the command "INET = true" is present in the SP-C, then all modules are treated as I/NET. This maintains backward compatibility with existing sites. As soon as the "HardwareType = INET" command has been added to even one module, then it must be added to the programming of all I/NET modules from then on for the site to function as expected. Configuring the SP-RDM Doors to Accept Hex Card Number Credentials Create a new Door Type for reading cards as a Hex Card Number credential and configure it as follows. In the Entry section on the General tab, set the Entry Reading Mode to "Custom". In the Entry Credential Types section, add the "Hex Card Number" credential type. Save the Door Type. Configure each door on the SP-RDM2 to use the new Door Type as follows: In the Setup section on the General tab of the door, set the Door Type to the name of the Door Type you just created in step 1. Save the door.
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Ensign RichardWa Ensign
‎2020-09-14 07:14 PM

Last Updated: Guinan RobertAndriolo Guinan ‎2020-09-14 07:20 PM

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  • TAC INET
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Connecting a serial cable to a Xenta 5/7/9xx controller

Issue Connecting a serial cable to a Xenta 5/7/9xx controller Product Line Satchwell MicroNet, TAC INET, TAC Vista Environment Xenta Servers Xenta 511, 527, 555, 701, 711, 721, 731, 913 Cause Xenta Servers have a service portal for use with HyperTerminal with a serial connection to the RS-232B port. Resolution Connect a serial cable, Programming Serial Kit, part no. 0-073-0920-0, between the PC and the RS232 port B on the TAC Xenta.  For more information about the cable see Cable Guide OFL-3972. Go to Start/All Programs/Accessories/Communications/HyperTerminal, and open the HyperTerminal. In Connection Description Windows, type any name you like in the Name box. Click OK. In the Connect to window, choose the correct COM port that the RS-232 cable is using. If you do not know which COM port it is using. Go to your computer device manager. (Right click on “My computer” icon, and choose “Manage”. Then under “System Tools”, choose “Device Manager”. Find “Ports (COM & LPT)” and expend it Find the COM port number that is used by the RS-232 cable. Click OK. In the COM Properties window, type 9600 for “Bits per second”, 8 for “Data bits”, “Parity” is None, “Stop bits” is 1, and “Flow control” is None. Click OK. Options: you can save this setting for future use. Click on File Menu and Save. Press ENTER to activate the command prompt. Default username and password is both “root”. Type “root” and press ENTER for both the username and password. Type “setip” and press ENTER. NOTE: Product support has also witnessed strange behavior with serial connections when certain laptops were not plugged into a power source or the Xenta Server was not grounded. If connection problems persist after the connection setting above are verified, make sure the Hyperterminal PC is plugged into a 120 vac power source.
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‎2018-09-07 12:37 AM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-27 06:34 AM

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  • TAC INET
  • TAC Vista
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How to tell if the Filemaster or Client is equalized

Issue How to tell if the Filemaster or Client is equalized Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET Seven Cause Equalization Questions Resolution Take a look at the INET Seven Icon at the bottom right portion of the client’s screen.   For full details see TCON 298 - Getting Started page 3-2
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‎2018-09-06 11:55 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-21 11:54 AM

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Conversion utilities/files needed to convert old I/NET data to I/NET Seven

Issue Where do I find the conversion utilities / files I need to convert my old I/NET data to I/NET Seven? Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET site Cause Cannot remove the last special day in a 7750 Building Manager Resolution These files as well as many other supporting documents are located on the I/NET Seven CD.
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‎2018-09-07 12:58 AM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-21 11:53 AM

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TCONs included with a typical install of I/NET Seven

Issue TCONs included with a typical install of I/NET Seven I/NET BMS user manual I/NET iBMS user manual Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET Site Cause TCON Info Resolution TCON 298 I/NET Seven Getting Started TCON 299 I/NET Seven System Operator Guide TCON 300 I/NET Seven Technical Reference Guide TCON 301 I/NET Seven Reference Guide The install also includes a “ReadmeSeven” and “UpgradeSeven” files.
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‎2018-09-06 10:48 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-21 11:51 AM

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Recommended USB converter for use with I/NET

Issue A laptop has USB ports, but does not have serial ports. Can I/NET run using USB ports? Product Line TAC INET Environment Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Cause Most new computers do not provide the “Old Style” serial ports, they now have USB ports instead. Resolution A lot of Schneider Electric have been using the KEYSPAN USB to Serial Adapter. The Part Number is KEYSPAN – USA – 19HS. Click here for a data sheet. This product can be seen by going to https://www.tripplite.com/ Please note that there are other products that are equally as good
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‎2018-09-06 11:35 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-20 11:02 AM

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Documentation on memory usage for the 7910 and 7920 DPUs

Issue Documentation on memory usage for the 7910 and 7920 DPUs Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET site Cause Documentation on memory usage for the 7910 and 7920 DPUs Resolution Yes. TCON 237 pages 9-4 through 9-6 refers to INET 2000, 2.xx systems. Tech tips 039 and 035 were written for older I/NET systems.
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‎2018-09-06 03:44 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-20 10:52 AM

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78040/50/60 TAPs should not be mixed with 78041/51/61 TAPs

Issue Can 78040/50/60 TAPs be mixed in a network configuration with 78041/51/61 TAPs? Product Line TAC INET Environment 78040 TAP 78050 TAP 78060 TAP 78041 TAP 78051 TAP 78061 TAP Cause Mixing these two types has never been tested nor supported. Resolution Never mix these two types of TAPs in a single network. Refer to Tech Tip 047 for more information.
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‎2018-09-06 03:44 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-20 10:49 AM

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PID module has gone to "control-point"

Issue PID module has gone to "control-point" Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET DDC PID Cause The PID may have gone to "Control Point" due to unforeseen circumstances and is causing a problem. "Control Point" can also be used intentionally as a control strategy. Resolution Four reasons: If the Setpoint’s value crosses above or below the high or low input limits as populated in the PID editor, this will force the PID to go to control-point. If the process variable should reach the low or input sense limits as entered in the Resident I/O editor, the PID will go to control-point. If either the Setpoint or Process variable should go to "OLD" status, the PID will go to control-point until the "OLD" flag goes away. If the user should change any variable within the PID, when exiting the PID editor, the PID will go to control-point until the next scan of the module. For more information on this subject refer to Tech Tip G062.
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‎2018-09-06 03:43 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-20 10:48 AM

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Set up the sensor and controller for use with a Dale Thermistor sensor

Issue Set up the sensor and controller for use with a Dale Thermistor sensor Thermistor is reading incorrectly on controller Thermistors supported on which controllers. Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET Cause Requirements installing thermistors on I/NET Controllers including conversion coefficients and point configurations. Resolution Requirements installing thermistors on I/NET Controllers including conversion coefficients and point configurations. See Tech Tip G069.
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‎2018-09-06 03:43 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-20 10:46 AM

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Access Control Doc-to-Dif Report on an older I/NET system

Issue Access Control Doc-to-Dif Report on an older I/NET system Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET site Cause How to perform an Access Control Doc-to-Dif Report Resolution Take a look at Tech Tip G071, which describes the process.
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‎2018-09-06 03:43 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-18 09:54 AM

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Set up a MR-VAV-AX (ASC) as Standalone

Issue Set up a MR-VAV-AX (ASC) as Standalone Product Line TAC INET Environment MR-VAV-AX Cause Air balance must be done to calibrate the airflow sensor on the MR-VAV-AX. Resolution Download Tech Tip 072   Equipment: Air Balancing Hood or Manometer and Digital Thermometer.   Assumptions: The MR is powered up. An I/STAT, or an M/STAT is plugged into the service port of a S/STAT or W/STAT, which is plugged into the MR-VAV-AX. The AHU is running. The Space sensor is installed. The Duct static pressure is constant. The dip switches are set properly for the desired VAV configuration. (See TCON 147) You have a Pocket Reference Card (TCON 149). You are familiar with the use and operation of the I/STAT / M/STAT with respect to navigating the Service mode to various mnemonics’ menus. (See TCON 147)   Initial Setup You should notice that two things have already happened: The MR is in the unoccupied mode. The setpoint adjust has defaulted to "-5", making the setpoint display appear low. For the MR to work in a Standalone mode the use of an off-board time clock for the occupied and unoccupied times is recommended. It should be connected to the "Local Occ" point(TB5 input #2 to TB5 ground.) The "Occ" mnemonic under Unit Parameters must be set to ONE for the "Local Occ" point to be used. If the MRs are to be left in the occupied mode indefinitely, install a jumper across the "Local Occ" point instead of using the time clock contacts. Connect the jumper to (TB5 input #2 to TB5 ground.) Using the I/STAT or M/STAT go to Set Temp and increase the value by 5°. This will get the Setpoint Adj. back to zero.   "Cooling Low Flow" (CLF - min. CFM) and "Cooling High Flow" (CHF - max. CFM) Setup Put the I/STAT or M/STAT into the Service Mode. Go to "AP", select "CLF", (the value displayed is "multiplied by" 1000 so 0.24 is 240). Enter the minimum CFM by using the arrow keys to position the LED for the digit to be changed and enter the value by using the "+" and "-" keys. Notice the decimal position will not move. You are entering the value "multiplied by" 1000. Refer to the Pocket Reference Card (TCON 149), paragraph 5. Usually the minimum air flow value can be found on the Mechanical box schedule drawings. The lowest reading that the ASC’s sensor can sense is about .03" to .05" of Water Column(W.C.) Therefore, the "CLF" must be set above this level. If the ASC is required to control in that range, it will tend to oscillate. Select "CHF" and enter the maximum CFM for this box at 1" W.C., this can be found on the DeltaP to CFM graph that is associated with this VAV box’s pickup device, or the box schedule may also provide the maximum cfm value.   Central Plant Heat "Heating Low Flow" (HLF) and "Heating High Flow" (HHF) Setup Use only if Central Plant Heat is required and setup Unit Parameter’s(UP) CPH set to "1". An open contact at Input 3 will indicate that the Central Plant Heat mode is on. A closed contact indicates CPH is off. Using the procedure described above for "CLF" and "CHF" instead select "HLF" and "HHF" and enter the desired Low and High Flow CFM values for the Heating Mode. Otherwise go to the next section. NOTE: If you have a auxiliary stage of heat, it will not be energized unless the CFM input is reading at least 80% of the "HLF" setting.   Calibrate the flow pickup: Go to Unit Parameter "UP", select "dd" (duct diameter). Enter the duct diameter this will enable the MR to calculate the Pickup Factor "PF" for us. NOTE: It is recommended that you begin with the value provided by the VAV Manufacturer for the pickup factor. Then calibrate if necessary using the following procedure. Go to "AP", select "PPF" (pickup factor calibration). The MR will drive the box open and modulate the damper to maintain the "CHF" level. This may take 5 - 10 minutes. NOTE: The stroke time is defined using the Damper Stroke (ds) parameter. The ASC provides several means of synchronizing the point with the physical damper position. 1. When this point is controlled to a value of 0, the decrease pulse will be on for 125% of the damper stroke. 2. When this point is controlled to a value of 100, the increase pulse will be on for 125% of the damper stroke. 3. When the damper stroke duration is modified, the decrease pulse will be on for 125% of the damper stroke. 4. When the power is cycled on the ASC, the decrease pulse will be on for 125% of the damper stroke. 5. Any time the ASC is the target of an Update_ASC or a Copy_Parms, the decrease pulse will be on for 125% of the damper stroke. After the reading has settled out, take a reading with a Hood or Manometer, which has been setup, and measure the actual CFM and enter that value now into the I/STAT-M/STAT using the Select and change buttons. The software has entered a unique Pick-up Factor "PF" in the MR for this box.   Calibrate space temperature (if necessary): To calibrate the Space Sensor while in the Service Mode, go to "oP" Operational Parameters. Select "CSS" (calibrate space sensor). Measure the actual temperature with a digital thermometer and enter the value. If your box has no heat or has a fan with electric heat. You’re finished. Go to the next box.   Hot water coil: If you have a hot water valve on your box and the stroke time is not 600 seconds: Go to "UP" (Unit Parameters) and select "Ho", Heating Output. Select1 for 1-OutPWM, 2 for 2 Out-PWM(Floating), or 3 for Duty Cycle 1 output. Go to "UP" Unit Parameters and select "HS" (heating stroke) and enter the actual stroke time in seconds.   Air Balance: If you require closely calibrated CFM readings proceed with the following steps: Go to "AP" (Airflow Parameters) Select "CPL" (calibrate low flow) and the damper will begin to close. Remember, the damper motor may take 3 minutes to get to the Cooling Low Flow setpoint. With a Hood, measure the total air flow and enter the measured CFM value. Select "CPH" (calibrate high flow). The damper will drive open to the Cooling High Flow setpoint. (remember the damper motor has a 185 sec stroke). When the reading stabilizes, take your measured CFM reading and enter it now. This procedure will de-calibrate the CFM input from the 0-1"readings to compensate for box, pickup, or hood irregularities/errors. Caution: When the decision is made to connect the MR-VAV-AX to a MRI or MCI please note the following: Avoid updating the MCI or ASC after initial setup as this will delete any MCI resident calculations, ATS, etc. that you may have added off-line that are residing at the same point addresses that the MR-VAV-AX is using. There are a variety of box types and a variety of other things that can be change if your application requires it. (Refer to TCON147)
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‎2018-09-06 09:24 PM

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LTS80 Setpoint Adjust Knob or S/STAT Setpoint Adjust Slider with I/NET controllers

Issue Can I use a Setpoint Adjust Device (LTS80 Setpoint Adjust Knob or S/STAT Setpoint Adjust Slider) on most Controllers? Product Line TAC INET Environment LTS80 Setpoint Adjust Device S/STAT Setpoint Adjust Slider Cause Provide users with a physical knob or slider to control the space temperature setpoint. Resolution With a little programming it can be done. Refer to Tech Tip G074.
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‎2018-09-06 03:42 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-14 02:06 PM

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Can Points and Lines on an ASC be displayed on an I/NET Graphic Page?

Issue Can DDC lines in ASCs be displayed on I/NET Graphic Pages? Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET .gpg graphics DDC Lines Cause DDC Lines are represented different from Resident I/O points. Resolution Yes. The following Lines are the most common to view: Line 1 = Active Cooling setpoint Line 4 = Active Heating setpoint Line 5 = Active setpoint (*see below) Line 10 = Cool CFM setpoint (only on VAV-X2) Line 12 = Airflow setpoint (only on VAV-AX and X1) Line 14 = Mix Air (only on AHU w/ mixed air econ. control) Line 15 = Warm CFM setpoint (only on VAV-X2) Line 26 = Cool Air Flow (only on VAV-X2) Line 27 = Hot Air Flow (only on VAV-X2) * Line 5 should be the same as the value displayed on the STR-250, I/STAT, M/STAT. It will display either line 1 or line 4's value, whichever one is closer to the current space temperature. If average is selected for SPD, then line 5 will show that averaged value even though the controller is operating on the actual heating or cooling setpoint. For a complete listing of all ASC points and lines, see ASCLines.pdf.
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‎2018-09-06 08:52 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-14 10:45 AM

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Communication with this SLI could not be established. Editing cannot be done.

Issue Highlighted a door point and selected Schedules; I cannot modify the schedule. What is wrong? Error received: Communication with this SLI could not be established. Editing cannot be done. Product Line TAC INET Environment I/NET Seven Work Offline (Offline edit) Cause When you highlight a door point schedule, I/NET attempts to establish communication with the selected door’s SLI (Sub LAN Interface). If communication with the SLI is successful, I/NET will proceed normally. However, if I/NET cannot communicate with the SLI, you will not be able to modify the schedule assignment for the selected door.  This is the case also for the following editors: Access Initiated Control Personnel Schedules Door Schedules Doors Elevators Resolution Communication must be established with the sub LAN devices (DPU) before schedules can be edited. It is possible to do this in an offline mode as long as you have the Sub LAN Interface's (SLI) SAV file.  Refer to Offline Database Edit  for further information on Offline Edit.
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‎2018-09-06 10:47 PM

Last Updated: Administrator DavidFisher Administrator ‎2020-08-14 10:42 AM

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What are the specifications for using a synchronous (Hayes) external modem in relation to I/NET Dial Applications?

Issue What are the specifications for using a synchronous (Hayes) external modem in relation to I/NET Dial Applications? Product Line TAC INET Environment Synchronous (Hayes) external modem I/NET Dial Applications Cause Dial up I/NET applications Resolution See TCON101, TCON213, TCON226 and TCON298 for more details PC, modem, and phone line must be connected and “ON”. To program a modem, the modem must be direct connected to the PC Connect the modem to an analog phone line only. Remember the host needs a 78041 or a 78051 tap (not Embedded 4x) Warning! Using a non-analog line will damage the modem!   Make sure the correct modem driver is installed. Add the modem hardware in Windows Control Panel In the “Phone And Modem Options” editor, go to the “Modems” tab Remove any profiles of modems that are not currently connected to the INET comm port. If you are running Windows 2000, the “Microsoft H.323 TAPI Service Provider” should be the telephony provider highlighted under the “Advanced” tab, in the Phone And Modem Options Editor of Windows 2K Control Panel. From the “Modems” tab, go to Properties / Diagnostics / and Query Modem. Go to Modems / Properties / General, and set the Maximum Port Speed at 9600. Close Windows Control Panel   View the modem’s Active and Stored settings: Type “ATE1” to place echo to “On” mode “AT&V” followed by the “Enter” key displays the settings the modem is using and the NOVRAM settings in profile “&Y0” and  &Y1 If the settings need to be changed then continue Recommend “AT&F” to reset the modem to factory defaults. The Host and Site modems use the same settings. Both modems should be as follows: Active Profile: B1 B16 B30 B41 B52 B60 B70 B75 B80 E1 L2 M1 N0 P Q0 V0 W0 X4 Y0 &A0 &B1 &C1 &D3 &G0 &K3 &L0 &Q1 &R0 &S1 &T4 &U0 &X0 &Y0               S00:001 S02:043 S03:013 S04:010 S05:008 S06:002 S07:060 S08:002 S09:006 S10:014 S11:095 S12:050 S25:005 S26:001 S36:001 S37:009 S38:020 S46:002 S48:007   Suggest you store the settings in both profiles of the modem’s NOVRAM. “&W0” stores to “&Y0” “&W1” stores to “&Y1”   TAPs : EPROM(s) and BIN files need to be synchronous and INET rev compatible   After following the preceding steps for the remote site’s modem: Connect the modem to the Tap (or emulated Tap) and Analog Phone Line Power-up the modem Press the controller’s reset button or cycle the Tap’s power Do NOT cycle the modem’s power The “RD” and “SD” should flash after several seconds have past After about 30 seconds the  “MR”, “AA”, and “TR” lights should be “On”   Using I/NET, Dial the site. Make sure the host can: Dial out (you can here the dial tone) Handshake with the remote Modem Maintain its connection to the remote modem (Neither modem inadvertently terminates call) See the Controller(s) on the LAN Actually connect to the controller(s) View points in the summary screens Warning! Using a non-analog line will damage the modem! For Asynchronous ADAA, click here
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Last Updated: Guinan RobertAndriolo Guinan ‎2020-08-13 09:07 PM

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