RS-485 Trunk Scalability: Strategies Beyond 32 Devices
This article explains how many devices it is practical to place on a single RS-485
BACnet/MODBUS trunk based on electrical and protocol considerations. It provides
guidelines for plann…
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Adding Objects to the Monitor List in CAS BACnet Explorer
CAS BACnet Explorer:
Available as a free tool for discovering, browsing…
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BACnet Explorer: Change the Default BACnet Port
View Product: CAS BACnet Explorer – The Industry Standard Discovery Tool
The CAS BACnet Explorer defaults to the standard…
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BACnet MS/TP to Metasys N2 Data Type Mapping on QuickServer Gateways
When configuring a QuickServer Gateway to bridge data points from BACnet MS/TP to
Metasys N2, the most important early step is selecting compatible point d…
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Modbus/TCP to BACnet/IP Configuration Sample
Integration Solutions
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specialize in network protocol communications and have over 20+ years of…
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Understanding BACnet Objects: Concepts, Types, and Applications
BACnet object(s) are concepts that allow the communication and organization of
data related to inputs, outputs, software, and calculations to be performed.
The BACnet Object can manifest itself…
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Visual Test Shell: Configuring Names
After configuring the Devices and Ports, the next step is to configure the Names. In the Visual Test Shell
(VTS) a
name is a shortcut for an address. They are use…
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Visual Test Shell – First Time Use
When you want to use the Visual Test Shell (VTS) for the first time, browse to the directory where you installed the application.Double-click on the VTS.exe to start the application.You will notice t…
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Visual Test Shell (VTS): Overview & Features
This article describes the Visual Test Shell (VTS), a BACnet testing and
diagnostics tool. It covers key concepts, user interface elements, available
features, and common tasks supported b…
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Visual Test Shell – Installation
To install the Visual Test Shell (or VTS) first visit the project website
at http://sourceforge.net/projects/vts/.
Press the Download button to begin downloading.…
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Visual Test Shell – Testing MSTP Device
In order to test a BACnet MSTP device using the Visual Test Shell (VTS) there are a few items to take into consideration.1) The VTS will not connect to an MSTP link using an RS-485 port on a PC.2…
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Why can’t I change to 76800 baud rate on PC?
A common question during serial communications troubleshooting is why a PC cannot be configured to use a
baud rate of 76800, even though some industrial devices appear to support it…
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