CT-110-226
7 Data communication with the SE-i1
7.1 BEST SOFTWARE
The BEST SOFTWARE displays all active alarms and
the following operating parameters:
• Compressor frequency
• Evaporation temperature
• Condensing temperature
• Low pressure
• High pressure
• Discharge gas temperature / oil temperature
7.1.1 Establishing communication via the
BEST SOFTWARE
Requirements
• PC/mobile device
– equipped with the operating system Windows 7 or
newer
– with USB port
– with BEST SOFTWARE installed
The BEST SOFTWARE can be downloaded for
free from the BITZER website (www.bitzer.de).
• Data connection via BEST interface converter
Setting up communication (see figure 25, page 26)
• Plug the BEST interface converter into the SE-i1
(COM3) and the mobile device.
• Switch on the PC/mobile device and start the
BEST SOFTWARE.
• Click the NEW button (2).
A window displaying the available devices opens.
• Select SE-i1 (3).
• Click the CONNECT button (4).
The SE-i1 is now connected to the PC/mobile device.
Fig.25: Connecting SE-i1 to the BEST SOFTWARE
Configure SE-i1, see chapter Configuring the comple-
tion sensor kit with the BEST SOFTWARE, page 12.
7.1.2 BEST SOFTWARE data log
All monitored operating parameters and alarm mes-
sages are stored internally:
• All operating parameters in 10-second-intervals,
storage period approx. 4 weeks in case of normal
operating behaviour.
• Alarm messages of the last 365 days
• Statistics for the last 365 days
These data can be directly visualized or exported as
files by using the BEST SOFTWARE. They enable an
analysis of the system operation and detailed error dia-
gnostics if necessary.
7.2 Interface for communication via ModbusRTU
For communication with superior system controllers or
the building control system, the following interfaces are
additionally available:
• ModbusRTU via RS485, terminals "Con-
trol" (COM1).
For the explanation and set-up of these interfaces, in-
cluding the register or address definition, see Refer-
ence Guide CG-110.
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
