Sierra Monitor Corporation FieldServer BACnet Router Startup Manual

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FieldServer

BACnet Router Wi-Fi FS-ROUTER-BACW

Start-up Guide

BAS Router (BACnet Multi-Network Router)

APPLICABILITY & EFFECTIVITY

The instructions are effective for the above as of May 2018.

BACnet Router Start-up Guide

Contact Information

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BACnet Router Start-up Guide

Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 BACnet Router Description ................................................................................................................ 5

2 Equipment Setup ................................................................................................................................. 6

2.1 Mounting ......................................................................................................................................... 6

2.2 Attaching the Wi-Fi Antenna ........................................................................................................... 6

3 Installing the BACnet Router .............................................................................................................. 7

3.1 RS-485 ............................................................................................................................................ 7

3.1.1 Connection P1 Port ................................................................................................................. 7

3.1.1.1 Wiring ............................................................................................................................... 7

3.2 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port ................................................................................................... 8

4 Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 9

4.1 Power Up the Device ...................................................................................................................... 9

5 Connecting to the BACnet Router ................................................................................................... 10

5.1 Using the FieldServer Toolbox ..................................................................................................... 10

5.2 Using a Web Browser Directly ...................................................................................................... 11

6 Configuring the BACnet Router ....................................................................................................... 12

6.1 Settings ......................................................................................................................................... 12

6.1.1 Button Functions.................................................................................................................... 12

6.1.2 Multiple Connections ............................................................................................................. 12

6.1.3 BACnet Device ...................................................................................................................... 12

6.1.4 BACnet/IP .............................................................................................................................. 13

6.1.5 BACnet MS/TP, BACnet Ethernet and BACnet Explorer ...................................................... 14

6.2 Network Settings ........................................................................................................................... 15

6.3 Router Diagnostics ....................................................................................................................... 17

7 BACnet Explorer ................................................................................................................................ 18

7.1 Discover Device List ..................................................................................................................... 19

7.2 View Device Details and Explore Points/Parameters ................................................................... 20

7.2.1 Edit the Present Value Field .................................................................................................. 23

Appendix A Useful Features .................................................................................................................... 25

Appendix A.1. Tooltips............................................................................................................................. 25

Appendix A.2. Before Contacting Technical Support Take a Diagnostic Capture .................................. 26

Appendix B Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 29

Appendix C Limited 2 Year Warranty ...................................................................................................... 30

BACnet Router Start-up Guide

List of Figures

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1: DIN Rail .......................................................................................................................................... 6

Figure 2: RS-485 R2 Connection Port .......................................................................................................... 7

Figure 3: Ethernet Connection ...................................................................................................................... 8

Figure 4: Connecting Power.......................................................................................................................... 9

Figure 5: Required Current Draw for the BACnet Router ............................................................................. 9

Figure 6: BACnet Router Settings Page ..................................................................................................... 11

Figure 7: Network Settings – IP Settings .................................................................................................... 15

Figure 8: Network Settings – Wi-Fi Client and Wi-Fi Access Point Settings .............................................. 16

Figure 9: BACnet Router Diagnostics Page ................................................................................................ 17

Figure 10: FS-GUI BACnet Explorer Button ............................................................................................... 18

Figure 11: BACnet Explorer Login Page ..................................................................................................... 18

Figure 12: BACnet Explorer Page ............................................................................................................... 19

Figure 13: Discover Window ....................................................................................................................... 19

Figure 14: Device List ................................................................................................................................. 20

Figure 15: Device Sub-items ....................................................................................................................... 20

Figure 16: Full Device Sub-items ................................................................................................................ 21

Figure 17: Simplified Device Details ........................................................................................................... 21

Figure 18: Additional Device Details ........................................................................................................... 22

Figure 19: Highlighted Present Value ......................................................................................................... 23

Figure 20: Write Property Window .............................................................................................................. 23

Figure 21: Updated Present Value .............................................................................................................. 24

Figure 22: Settings Tooltips ........................................................................................................................ 25

Figure 23: Ethernet Port Location ............................................................................................................... 26

Figure 24: Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 29

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1 BACNET ROUTER DESCRIPTION

The BACnet Router provides stand-alone routing between BACnet networks such as BACnet/IP, BACnet
Ethernet, and BACnet MS/TP – thereby allowing the system integrator to mix BACnet network
technologies within a single BACnet internetwork. There are three physical communication ports on the
BAS Router. One is a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port and the other two are RS-485 MS/TP ports.
Configuration is accomplished via a web page.

The BACnet Router with Wi-Fi (FS-ROUTER-BACW) model has one RS-485 port, one Ethernet 10/100
port and supports Wi-Fi network connection. Additionally, the Router acts as a Wi-Fi access point for
modern web based configuration and remote access from any mobile device without user restrictions.

The BACnet Router is cloud ready and connects with Sierra Monitor’s SMC Cloud.

NOTE: A cellular version of the BACnet Router is not available.
NOTE: For SMC Cloud information, refer to the SMC Cloud Start-up Guide online at the Sierra

Monitor Resource Center.

NOTE: The latest versions of instruction manuals, driver manuals, configuration manuals and

support utilities are available online at the Sierra Monitor website.

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2 EQUIPMENT SETUP

2.1 Mounting

The BACnet Router can be mounted using the DIN rail mounting bracket on the back of the unit.

2.2 Attaching the Wi-Fi Antenna

Screw in the Wi-Fi antenna to the front of the unit as shown in Figure 2.

Din Rail
Bracket

Figure 1: DIN Rail

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3 INSTALLING THE BACNET ROUTER

3.1 RS-485

3.1.1 Connection P1 Port

NOTE: Ensure RS-485 is selected by checking that the number 4 DIP Switch is set to the left side.

Connect to the 3-pin connector as shown below.

The following baud rates are supported on the P1 Port:
9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 76800

3.1.1.1 Wiring

RS-485

BMS RS-485 Wiring

BACnet Router Pin

Assignment

RS-485 +

TX +

RS-485 -

RX -

GND

GND

NOTE: Use standard grounding principles for GND.

Figure 2: RS-485 R2 Connection Port

TX+ RX- GND

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3.2 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port

The Ethernet Port is used both for BACnet/IP communications and for configuring the BACnet Router via
the Web App. To connect the BACnet Router, either connect the PC to the Router’s Ethernet port or
connect the Router and PC to an Ethernet switch. Use CAT5 cables for the connection.

NOTE: The Default IP Address of the BACnet Router is 192.168.1.24, Subnet Mask is

255.255.255.0.

Figure 3: Ethernet Connection

Ethernet Port

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4 OPERATION

4.1 Power Up the Device

Apply power to the device. Ensure that the power supply used complies with the specifications provided.
Ensure that the cable is grounded using the FG or “Frame GND” terminal. The BACnet Router is powered
by 12-24V DC.

Power Requirement for BACnet Router External Gateway

Current Draw Type

BACnet Router Family

12V DC

24V DC

FS-FS-ROUTER-BACW (Typical)

170mA

100mA

FS-FS-ROUTER-BACW (Maximum)

240mA

140mA

NOTE: These values are ‘nominal’ and a safety margin should be added to the power supply of the host
system. A safety margin of 25% is recommended.

Figure 5: Required Current Draw for the BACnet Router

Figure 4: Connecting Power

FG

– +