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KE2 Local Area Overview, Installation, And Setup Instructions

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Contents:
Introduction, Features & Benefits - Page 1
KE2 LDA Kit Contents - Page 1
Back Label Information - Page 2
Side View of KE2 LDA - WiFi ON/OFF - Page 2
Installing the KE2 LDA - Pages 2-5
▫ Option 1 - Connect Using the KE2 LDA as Permanent
WiFi Service Tool
▫ Option 2 - Connect Serial Devices Only
▫ Option 3 - Connect Direct to PC via Cable or WiFi
▫ Option 4 - Connect to PC Without WiFi to Manage the
KE2 LDA
▫ Option 5 - Connect to WiFi the KE2 LDA
▫ Option 6 - Wirelessly Tether to WiFi
Advanced Settings - Page 17-20
Guest Mode - Page 22
KE2 LDA Kit
(pn 21253) includes the KE2 LDA & Accessories
KE2 LDA
Serial Adaptor
© Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090
KE2 Local AreaDashboard & Alarms
Overview, Installation, and Setup Instructions V1.4.0
Connecting up to 10 KE2 Therm controllers in
one view, and letting you access and control
each individual device.
KE2 Therm's Local Area Dashboard & Alarms
(LDA) is the perfect addition to the Refrigeration
Network.
When the KE2 LDA is connected to the same network as
KE2 Therm controllers, it immediately and automatically scans and finds all KE2
Therm controllers - Ethernet or Serial-ModBus.
Serve as a Permanent WiFi Service Tool
Display a Local Area Dashboard showing controllers connected to the
customer's network
Connect controllers to KE2 SmartAccess customer portal without requir-
ing controller upgrades
Send E-mail Alarms to multiple e-mail recipients
View Serial devices in a webpage, make changes to setpoints, and re-
ceive alerts via e-mail or text message
366-day data logging when used with the KE2 Flash Drive (see bulletin
Q.5.48)
Wirelessly tether to the local network (Wirelessly connect a controller to
existing WiFi.)
Guest Mode: Connect wirelessly to the KE2 LDA with no password, ac-
cess up to 99 devices.
The KE2 LDA allows customers to locally view all of their controllers in a single
view, without a recurring fee. And, additionally, enables customers to access their
controllers over the Internet, by functioning as a conduit to KE2 SmartAccess
(available for a nominal monthly charge.)
5ft. Ethernet Cable
Power Plug
KE2 LDA Mounting Bracket
(pn 21418) sold separately
USB Cable
Q.5.42
June 2018
pn 21253

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    • Method 1 • Method 2 The KE2 LDA allows customers to locally view all of their controllers in a single Allowing KE2 Therm Remote Access - Page 21 view, without a recurring fee. And, additionally, enables customers to access their...

  • Page 2: Method

    Installing the KE2 LDA: Option 1 Connecting Using the KE2 LDA as a Permanent WiFi Service Tool • KE2 Evaporator E ciency, KE2 Evap for Rack E ciency, EACH DEVICE MUST HAVE A SEPARATE/ or KE2 Controlled Environment • DHCP Enabled or set address from UNIQUE MODBUS ADDRESS 192.168.50.2 to 192.168.50.99...
  • Page 3 KE2 Temp, KE2 Low Temp, KE2 Adaptive Control System Mode Cool STATUS Superheat Suct Pressure Suct Temp 0.0 F 96.2 F 87.7 F Evaporator Fan All Clear Connect wirelessly to the LDA Network © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...
  • Page 4 KE2 Temp, KE2 Low Temp, KE2 Adaptive Control System Mode Cool STATUS Superheat Suct Pressure Suct Temp 0.0 F 96.2 F 87.7 F Evaporator Fan All Clear Connect wirelessly to the LDA Network © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...

  • Page 5: Using Ke2 Flash Drive -Data Logging The Ke2 Lda

    Using the KE2 Flash Drive for Data Logging the KE2 LDA USB Hub (See bulletin Q.5.48 for more on the KE2 Flash Drive) Regardless of how the KE2 LDA is connect- ed to the network (as illustrated in Options thermsolutions...

  • Page 6: Access The Local Dashboard

    For controllers on the network, simply click on the IP address of the controller, to immediate- ly connect to that controller’s Home Page. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...

  • Page 7: Modbus (Serial) Access

    In Simple View you will see the System State as individual icons. This is the current state of the device. To access Advanced View click on the Show Advanced View © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...
  • Page 8 ModBus controller’s, will not prompt for the password. For security purposes, Logout when finished making all ModBus changes. The Success image will display to verify that you have successfully logged out. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...

  • Page 9: Remote Access Setup

    24/7. No port forwarding. No vpn. All the KE2 LDA needs is a physical con- nection to the network router with a cat 5 cable. KE2 Smart Access automatically connects to your personal web portal, providing a dashboard of the controllers you publish with the KE2 LDA.
  • Page 10 IP address. Sample screenshot By clicking on the arrow next to your portal when accessing via cell phone. name (or entering smartaccess.ke2therm.net in your web browser)will take you to the site. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...
  • Page 11 Upon sign in your site will look like this. Show only the fields that are important to you, by clicking on the field name, and checking or unchecking the boxes. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...
  • Page 12 KE2 LDA. Click the Licenses drop down to easily purchase KE2 Smart Access. For additional informa- tion on KE2 Smart Access see bulletin Q.1.34. KE2 Smart Access Customizing and Setup. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...

  • Page 13: Manage E-Mail Alerts

    Single-point to enter e-mail information, up to 10 controllers Manage the e-mail addresses receiving alerts Set who the e-mail is from Elect to either use KE2 Therm’s e-mail server, or a customer provided server Navigate Manage screen. Sample screenshot when accessing via cell phone.
  • Page 14 Multiple addresses should be sepa- rated with a comma as shown. From: If the default sender creates confusion for the party (parties) receiving the e-mails it can be changed to reflect the desired information. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...
  • Page 15 When the proper information has been entered, the e-mail service can be tested using the Test button. Clears alarms on published con- trollers. Will re-send e-mails for controllers in alarm. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...

  • Page 16: Credentials: Changing User Name & Password

    KE2 LDA to factory set- tings, i.e. ke2admin for all User and Passwords. This will also reset the wireless credentials, to those listed on the back label of the KE2 LDA. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...

  • Page 17: Advanced Settings

    Enter the password. Check the Tether box. As the warning states you could be disconnected from Wi-Fi during the scan. Sample screen when accessing via cell phone. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...
  • Page 18 Enter IP Address Enter Subnet Mask Enter Gateway IP Address Enter Primary DNS Optional Secondary DNS Check the box next to Static IP Address © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...
  • Page 19 Wireless: Will remain the same as the label on KE2 LDA with version 1.0 Firmware. On later versions it will maintain the current settings. Refer to page 16 to change credentials. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...
  • Page 20 ModBus: ke2admin ke2admin Wireless: Will remain the same as the label on KE2 LDA with ver- sion 1.0 Firmware. On later versions it will maintain the current settings. Refer to page 16 to change credentials. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090...

  • Page 21: Allowing Ke2 Therm Remote Access

    KE2 Local AreaDashboard & Alarms Overview, Installation, and Setup Instructions Allowing KE2 Therm to Remote Access It is often beneficial to allow KE2 Therm to remotely access the portal to help assist with any problems. Clear and Stop Buttons Clear...

  • Page 22: Guest Mode

    Connect to KE2 LDA Guest Mode Scan for available. Connect to KE2 WiFiST-XXXXXX (The “X”s repre- sent the last 6 digits of the KE2 LDA’s MAC Address. It will vary for each KE2 LDA). NOTE: When using LDA Guest Mode please use IP address 192.168.150.1.

  • Page 23: Appendix A Modbus Configuration

    The controller will return to the Adr screen when the setting STEP 2 is saved. Finish wiring connection at USB adapter. Do not plug into KE2 LDA or power on KE2 LDA The setting change can be verified by pressing the Sh- not connected Sh- not connected...

  • Page 24: Appendix B Modbus Wiring

    KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc. © Copyright 2018 KE2 Therm Solutions, Inc., Washington, Missouri 63090 Q.5.42 June 2018 supersedes Q.5.42 May 2018 and all prior publications. 12 Chamber Drive . Washington, Missouri 63090 ph: 636.266.0140 . fx: 888.366.6769...

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