Watts Aerco ProtoNode FPC-N34 User Manual (English)

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Watts Aerco ProtoNode FPC-N34 Specifications

General

Brand	Watts
Model	Aerco ProtoNode FPC-N34
Category	Gateway
Language	English

Summary

CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 ProtoNode Gateway

Overview of the ProtoNode as a high-performance building automation multi-protocol gateway.

CHAPTER 2. BACnet/LonWorks Setup for ProtoNode

2.1 Record Identification and Capacity

Details on identifying the ProtoNode and its point count capacity for various devices.

2.3 Configuring Device Communications

Instructions for setting up Modbus COM settings and Node-IDs for connected devices.

2.4 Selecting Field Protocol and Auto-Discovery

Guide to selecting field protocols and enabling auto-discovery for devices.

2.5 BAS Network Settings

Configuration of BAS network settings including MAC Address, Device Instance, and Baud Rate.

CHAPTER 3. Interfacing ProtoNode to Devices

3.1 Connection Ports Overview

Illustrates the connection ports on the ProtoNode FPC-N34 and FPC-N35.

3.2 Device Wiring and Connections

Details on device wiring, biasing, termination, and connecting various AERCO systems.

3.7 Power-Up ProtoNode

Instructions for applying power to the ProtoNode and the auto-discovery process.

CHAPTER 4. BACnet/IP or Modbus TCP/IP: Change IP Address

4.1 Connect PC to ProtoNode via Ethernet

Steps to connect a PC to the ProtoNode using the Ethernet port.

4.2 BACnet/IP and Modbus TCP/IP: Setting IP Address

Guide to setting the IP address for the ProtoNode's field network.

CHAPTER 5. Setup Web Server Security

5.1 Login and Security Mode Selection

Instructions for logging into the FieldServer and selecting the web server security mode.

5.3 HTTPS/HTTP Encryption Options

Details on using default untrusted self-signed TLS certificates or HTTP encryption.

5.4 Lost or Incorrect IP Address

Procedure for finding the ProtoNode's IP address if it is lost or incorrect.

5.5 Change User Management Settings

Steps for modifying user management settings and passwords for the ProtoNode.

CHAPTER 6. BACnet MS/TP and BACnet/IP: Setting Node_Offset

Setting Node_Offset for BACnet Device Instances

Guide to setting the Node_Offset to assign specific BACnet device instances.

CHAPTER 7. How to Start Installation Over: Clearing Profiles

Clearing ProtoNode Profiles and Restarting

Procedure for clearing existing profiles and restarting the ProtoNode for a fresh installation.

CHAPTER 8. LonWorks (FPC-N35): Commissioning ProtoNode

8.1 Commissioning ProtoNode FPC-N35 on LonWorks

Steps for commissioning the ProtoNode FPC-N35 on a LonWorks network.

8.1.1 Downloading XIF File

Instructions for downloading the XIF file from the ProtoNode FPC-N35.

CHAPTER 9. CAS BACnet Explorer for Validation

9.1 CAS Explorer Download and Activation

Guide to downloading the CAS Explorer and obtaining an activation key.

9.2 CAS BACnet Setup

Configuration steps for CAS Explorer for BACnet MS/TP and BACnet/IP.

APPENDIX A: "A" BANK DIP SWITCH SETTINGS

A Bank DIP Switch Settings Table

Reference table detailing DIP switch settings for the 'A' bank.

APPENDIX B: Equipment Definitions

B-1 to B-3: Definitions for C-More, ECS, and Modulex

Point definitions for AERCO C-More, ECS, and Modulex equipment.

B-4: WHM and BST Point Definitions

Point definitions for Water Heater Management (WHM) and Boiler Sequencing Technology (BST).

B-5: AM Series Point Definitions

Point definitions for AERCO AM Series equipment.

APPENDIX C: Equipment Point Mappings

C-1 to C-6: Mappings for AM, C-More, Modulex, ACS/BMSII/BMS

Modbus RTU mappings for various AERCO equipment types to different protocols.

C-7 & C-8: Mappings for MFC LMV5 and RWF55 Points

Point mappings for MFC LMV5 and RWF55 equipment.

APPENDIX D: Eight C-More Boilers/Heaters and BST/WHM Master

Eight C-More Boilers/Heaters and BST/WHM Master Details

Detailed point information for C-More boilers/heaters and BST/WHM systems.

APPENDIX E: TROUBLESHOOTING

E-1 to E-3: Diagnostic Viewing and Capture

Guides for viewing diagnostic information and capturing data for troubleshooting.

E-4: BACnet Network Number Configuration

Procedure for setting unique BACnet Network Numbers on the same subnet.

E-5 & E-6: LED Diagnostics and Passwords

Information on LED indicators for communication and password management.

APPENDIX F: C-MORE STATUS AND FAULT MESSAGES

C-More Status and Fault Messages

List of status and fault messages displayed by the C-More system.

APPENDIX G: CONVERSION EQUATIONS FOR TEMPERATURE VARIABLES

Table G-1: Conversion Equations for Temperature Variables

Formulas for converting temperature variables between counts and degrees.

APPENDIX H: FAULT CODES FOR MODULEX E8 CONTROLLER

H-1: BCM and BMM Fault Code Conversion Table

Table for converting observed fault codes to actionable error codes for BCM/BMM.

H-2: BMM Fault Code Table

List of fault codes, their effects, corrections, and resets for BMM modules.

H-3: BCM Fault Code Table

List of fault codes, their effects, corrections, and resets for BCM modules.

APPENDIX I: AM ERROR, STATE AND STATUS TABLES

I-1: AM Lockout Error Codes Table

Table detailing lockout error codes indicated by 'A' for AM systems.

I-2: AM Blocking Error Codes Table

Table of blocking errors indicated by 'E' for AM systems.

I-3 & I-4: AM State and Status Parameters Tables

Detailed descriptions of STATE and STATUS parameter values for AM systems.

I-5: Cascade Connection of AM Boiler with ProtoNode

Diagram and instructions for cascading AM Series boilers with a ProtoNode.

APPENDIX J: REFERENCE

J-1: Specifications

Technical specifications for ProtoNode FPC-N34 and FPC-N35.

J-2: Compliance with UL Regulations

Instructions for meeting UL compliance requirements when operating the ProtoNode.

APPENDIX K: LIMITED 2 YEAR WARRANTY

Limited 2 Year Warranty Details

Details of the limited 2-year warranty provided by Sierra Monitor Corporation.

Watts Aerco ProtoNode FPC-N34 User Manual

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