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Question:  How to change the default BACnet port (47808) in  CAS BACnet Explorer? Answer:  You can change the default BACnet port for  CAS BACnet Explorer  …

Following aspects are to be considered while doing configuration of a Quickserver Gateway for the data points from BACnet MSTP to Metasys N2.The data types supported by BACnet MSTP are;AIAnalogue Inpu…

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The MSTP network stats page can be used to help  determine  problems with your MSTP network.If both "Sent_frame" and "Recv_ frame  " are increasing. Then you probably have the correct baud rate.If…

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…

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…

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…

The Visual Test Shell (or VTS) is a free and open source software.   This application is used for testing the BACnet functionality of various devices used in building automation systems. The applicat…

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.…

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…

Q:  Why can't we change to a 76800 baud rate on a PC but are able to on some devices? A:  The reason for this is that the the standard 16C550 PC UART is too slow to keep up with the signals coming in…

BACnet: The Schedule Object The Schedule object is defined by the standard as a periodic schedule of events that may repeat within a range of dates. The schedule object is categorized int…