This document contains minimum information that is necessary for initial setup and installation of the device.
The detailed description of the controller functionality is described in MC16 Operating Manual available at
www.roger.pl.
INTRODUCTION
MC16 is a multi-purpose electronic module used in RACS 5 system. Depending on uploaded firmware and
license it can function as access controller, I/O expander, communication interface, elevator controller,
automation controller and other devices. The MC16 module is offered as electronic board without firmware
and license (MC16-RAW) or as a factory prepared device for particular application. Both types can be
reprogrammed by installer to be used for other purposes in RACS 5 system. Such modification of
functionality requires new firmware and optionally purchase of new license. In order to extend the
functionality of the same type device (e.g. MC16-PAC-1 -> MAC16-PAC-2) it is only necessary to change
license.
SOFTWARE LICENSE
Factory new controller is equipped with the LICENSE.CFG file which is stored on the controller’s memory
card and is valid solely for the electronic module with MAC address specified in the license file. The file
includes information on device type (e.g. access controller MC16-PAC-8, elevator controller MC16-EVC-64),
functionality (e.g. the maximal number of controlled doors) and module’s MAC address.
Note: Any changes in the content of the license file will make it no longer valid. License file can be
uploaded/replaced on VISO software level by right clicking the controller and then clicking Select Controller
License File command.
Note: Memory card is integral part of MC16 electronic module. If the card is lost or damaged then the
controller may interrupt collection of events and stop normal operation.
CONFIGURATION
In order to use MC16 in RACS 5 system it is necessary to perform two configuration steps:
Low level configuration
High level configuration
The low level configuration is conducted by means of RogerVDM program and is dedicated to adapt MC16
electronic module in regard of IP address, encryption key, inputs, outputs and other parameters which
concern MC16 properties but do not concern system’s logic. The low level configuration is done when
controller is switched into service mode.
Note: It is recommended to make low level configuration prior to connection of controller to computer
network.
The high level configuration is conducted by means of VISO program and is dedicated to configure the
access control rules, building automation and other elements of the RACS 5 system logic. High level
configuration is performed after low level configuration when the controller is normal operating mode. High
level configuration requires also the installation of communication service included in RogerSVC software.
IP ADDRESS
Communication between controller and PC is solely conducted by Ethernet IP network. In case of controller
with firmware 1.3.2 and older two IP addresses i.e. service IP address and normal IP address were used
where Service IP address for low level configuration was stored in IP.ini file on memory card and it could be
modified by manual editing of IP.INI file. In firmware 1.4.2 and newer only single IP address is used both for
low level and high level configuration and there is no need to modify IP.ini file manually on memory card.
Factory default IP address of controller is 192.168.10.213 and it can be changed with RogerVDM software
within low level configuration.
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