Prepping For Installation; Where To Obtain Viewpoint Software - Siemens MD-BMS User Manual

Prepping for Installation

Where to Obtain ViewPoint Software

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The Siemens MD-BMS and MD-BMED metering kits are provided with a meter and
three current transformers with the meter factory-configured for the ordered CTs. No
additional setup in the field should be required when using the MD-BMS and MD-
BMED metering kits. If the meters and current transformers are ordered individually,
field configuration is required.
The MD-BMS and MD-BMED Metering Kits are ordered with specific CTs and
communication options defined. These kits enable the meters to be factory-configured
to these order options, reducing the need to configure the meters using the ViewPoint
service software. The following ViewPoint guidelines are provided to support the
unusual case where the meter application parameters must be changed.
Communication configuration must be set up in the ViewPoint software even if you use
a separate logger to record data. The more tasks completed before installation means
less time in the field.
These determinations figure into how you set up the MD-BMS and MD-BMED meters
for operation:
● BACnet (default) versus Modbus
Set the network address switches on the meter to either Modbus or BACnet.
● RS-485 (default) versus Ethernet
The type of connection is part of the configuration set up in the ViewPoint software.
● Laptop/personal computer for setup verification through the USB using ViewPoint
service software.
This is a convenient method for setup before going in the field, and once in the
field, to easily read real-time values.
NOTE:
Installation of the ViewPoint software and a communication cable should be
completed and tested with a meter prior to the field installation. A USB-type AB cable
can be used when configuring the meter in this manner.
A flash drive, with ViewPoint software, accompanies most orders. This software can be
downloaded for use with the Siemens MD Series Power Meters. The download site is:
http://www.dentinstruments.com/Siemens
The link for the ViewPoint software download is located at the bottom of the page.
Prepping for Installation
Where to Obtain ViewPoint Software
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06/06/2017