Introduction; Protonode Gateway - SMC Networks Lochinvar ProtoNode Startup Manual

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INTRODUCTION

2.1

ProtoNode Gateway

The ProtoNode is an external, high performance building automation multi-protocol gateway that is
preconfigured to automatically communicate between Lochinvar's devices (hereafter simply called "device")
connected to the ProtoNode and automatically configures them for BACnet/IP, BACnet MS/TP, Modbus
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TCP/IP and Metasys N2 by JCI.
It is not necessary to download any configuration files to support the required applications. The ProtoNode
is pre-loaded with tested profiles/configurations for the supported devices.
FPC-N54 Connectivity Diagram:
The ProtoNode can connect with the SMC Cloud. The SMC Cloud allows technicians, the OEM's support
team and MSA Safety's support team to remotely connect to the ProtoNode. The SMC Cloud provides the
following capabilities for any registered devices in the field:
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Remotely monitor and control devices.
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Collect device data and view it on the SMC Cloud Dashboard and the SMC Smart Phone App.
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Create user defined device notifications (alarm, trouble and warning) via SMS and/or Email.
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Generate diagnostic captures (as needed for troubleshooting) without going to the site.
For more information about the SMC Cloud, refer to the
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Metasys is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls Inc.
Lochinvar ProtoNode Start-up Guide
SMC Cloud Start-up
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Guide.