MVM - MANUAL INTRODUCTION General In this manual, you will find information regarding: CAUTION • Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM) Specifications This mark indicates an important point for the proper • How to install the MVM function of the MVM. Improper setup may cause unit •...
MVM - MANUAL In the Box For each of the available options, the order includes the following components outlined in this section. Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM) The following components will be included for both the 7 in. (178 mm) and 15 in. (381 mm) MVM. Component Quantity Description...
MVM - MANUAL Standard Configurations The standard configurations are available for the Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM) from the factory. These configurations are also available for download from AntecControls.com. Please reach out to your Local Antec Controls Representative to gain access. All standard configurations on the pages to follow include six (6) background colors pre-made and embedded into the templates.
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MVM - MANUAL One-Room Configurations: Configuration Type: (1) Display Points: (RMP-RMT-RMRH) The following points are included with this standard configuration. Point Description Room Pressure The current Room Pressure reading. Room Temperature The current Room Temperature reading. Relative Humidity The current Relative Humidity reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text Status Background...
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MVM - MANUAL Configuration Type: (3) Display Points: (RMT-RMRH-CO2) The following points are included with this standard configuration. Point Description Room Temperature The current Room Temperature reading. Relative Humidity The current Relative Humidity reading. The current CO2 reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text and as the background color.
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MVM - MANUAL Two-Room Configurations: Configuration Type: (5) Display Points: (RMP-RMRH) The following points are included for each room in this standard configuration. Point Description Room Pressure The current Room Pressure reading. Relative Humidity The current Relative Humidity reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text Status Background and as the background color.
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MVM - MANUAL Configuration Type: (7) Display Points: (RMT-RMRH) The following points are included with this standard configuration. Point Description Room Temperature The current Room Temperature reading. Relative Humidity The current Relative Humidity reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text Status Background and as the background color.
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MVM - MANUAL Three-Room Configurations: Configuration Type: (9) Display Points: (RMP-RMT) The following points are included with this standard configuration. Point Description Room Pressure The current Room Pressure reading. Room Temperature The current Room Temperature reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text Status Background and as the background color.
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MVM - MANUAL Configuration Type: (11) Display Points: (RMT-RMRH) The following points are included with this standard configuration. Point Description Room Temperature The current Room Temperature reading. Relative Humidity The current Relative Humidity reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text Status Background and as the background color.
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MVM - MANUAL Four-Room Configurations: Configuration Type: (13) Display Points: (RMP) The following points are included with this standard configuration. Point Description Room Pressure The current Room Pressure reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text Status Background and as the background color.
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MVM - MANUAL Six-Room Configurations: Configuration Type: (16) Display Points: (RMP) The following points are included with this standard configuration. Point Description Room Pressure The current Room Pressure reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text Status Background and as the background color.
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MVM - MANUAL Eight-Room Configurations: Configuration Type: (19) Display Points: (RMP) The following points are included with this standard configuration. Point Description Room Pressure The current Room Pressure reading. Status Displays the operational state of the room as a text Status Background and as the background color.
MVM - MANUAL MECHANICAL INSTALLATION Wall Cut-out and Bracket Installation CAUTION Please ensure you have all components necessary for installation. Inspect components for signs of shipping/handling damage. Do not proceed if you suspect any components are damaged. Wall Mount Dimensions Use the following dimensions for wall mounting.
MVM - MANUAL ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Sample Wiring Diagram NOTES: For further information, please see the BACnet MS/TP section of the manual. All wire connections to the monitor screw connection terminals must be between 12-26 AWG wire. Current and voltage drop should be taken into consideration when selecting wire gauge. Wiring above may not reflect those required for your project.
MVM - MANUAL BACnet What is BACnet? Physical Connection for BACnet MS/TP BACnet is a communication protocol for communication BACnet MS/TP consists of a 3-wire network architecture. between the Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM) and the devices Daisy chain the +, - and COM connections of all devices on with which it is communicating.
MVM - MANUAL DISPLAY NAVIGATION Functionality The Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM) is designed to provide ease of use monitoring of multiple variables from BACnet devices. The MVM Home Screen provides monitoring information in a simple format displaying information including Room Status and Isolation Mode.
MVM - MANUAL Login Screen The Login Screen is used to enter passcodes to gain access to locked features. Display Description Component Password Entry Press to enter the assigned passcode. Change Press to change password. Password Current Access Displays current access level. Level Up to 15 levels of access can be assigned.
MVM - MANUAL Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM) Operation When fully set up, the MVM can be interfaced with any BACnet device to monitor environmental measurements and room status. The MVM will change its display to match the room status of the controller that is being monitored. NOTE: Background colors shown below are typical but not restricting.
MVM - MANUAL Settings The Settings are accessible through the Home Screen and are password protected (see Home Screen Login Screen section). These menus allow the user to change any of the configurable options on the Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM). Display Description Component TCP/IP...
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MVM - MANUAL BACnet Configuration Menu Used to configure the BACnet settings for the front-end system. This allows the front-end system to discover all necessary points on the MVM. Variable Name Available Description Options/Range Device ID 0 - 4,194,303 Sets the device instance. NOTE: The device instance must be unique on your building site.
MVM - MANUAL CONFIGURATION Before Arriving On-Site Before scanning the BACnet network, it is important to determine which devices are being used for the information that will be displayed on the Main Screen. Below is a table that can be used to map out the necessary information required for the Main Screen. MVM Object BACnet Device BACnet Point Name...
MVM - MANUAL Software Installation Instructions System Requirements System requirements to program the MVM: • Operating System: Windows 10 or higher • CPU: 2 Gigahertz or faster • RAM: 4 Gigabytes or more • Hardware: Ethernet port or USB port and USB to Ethernet adapter LVIS Configurator Install Instructions Use the following instructions to download the LVIS Configurator...
MVM - MANUAL Connecting to the Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM) Requirements • Laptop with LVIS Configurator Software • Ethernet Cable (RJ-45 to RJ-45) Physical Connection Connect one end of the RJ-45 cable into the bottom of the MVM and the other end into the Ethernet port of your computer 23 | MVM –...
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MVM - MANUAL Connection Instructions The following steps will allow the user to connect to a Multi Variable Monitor (MVM). STEP 1 Change Open the Ethernet settings on your computer and select adapter options. STEP 2 Select the Ethernet port to which the MVM is connected. NOTE: In this case Ethernet 2 is selected.
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MVM - MANUAL STEP 4 Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Enter the menu. STEP 5 Use the following IP address Select 25 | MVM – Manual | AntecControls.com...
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MVM - MANUAL STEP 6 Go to the TCP/IP menu in the MVM. Ensure that DCHP is turned off. Record the address and netmask from the top of the menu. In this case: Address: 192 168 001 253 Netmask: 255 255 255 000 Gateway: 192 168 001 001 User Recording Table: Address...
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MVM - MANUAL STEP 9 Connection Select the drop down at the top of the screen and Connect to Device select STEP 10 Use HTTP connection Ensure that is selected. Enter the IP address that was recorded from the TCP/IP menu of the MVM in STEP 6.
MVM - MANUAL Accessing the LVIS Configurator File using the LVIS Configurator Software STEP 1 Open LVIS Configurator. After successfully connecting to the MVM using the Connect to Read Project the MVM through LVIS Configurator section, select from Device STEP 2 Once Read Project from Device has been selected, the LVIS file...
MVM - MANUAL Accessing the LVIS Configurator File using a USB Memory Stick STEP 1 Plug USB into one of the two ports on the bottom of the MVM. NOTE: The USB stick can not be in exFAT format. Use other formats like FAT32 or NTFS.
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MVM - MANUAL STEP 4 Remove the USB from MVM and insert it into your computer. STEP 5 Open the folder with the project inside and select the file that is labeled as project.lcp STEP 6 Once the project has been opened, reconnect to the MVM. 30 | MVM –...
MVM - MANUAL BACnet Network Scanning STEP 1 To perform a BACnet Network Scan, your Configurator software must be connected to the MVM. Follow the steps above if required. CAUTION Ensure the Device ID, MS/TP Node, and MS/TP Baud Rate have been configured before scanning for BACnet points.
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MVM - MANUAL STEP 4 Discover Devices. Select This will pull in all the devices connected via MS/TP or BACnet IP. CAUTION The list will auto-populate based on what the MVM is able to discover on the BACnet MS/TP or BACnet IP network. If having trouble finding the correct device, please check network settings and wiring.
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MVM - MANUAL STEP 6 Datapoints Select underneath the object that was previously scanned. It will be located in the left-hand bar underneath: BACnet Network Scan (Name of Object Scanned) Datapoints Datapoints NOTE: Once has been selected and highlighted in blue, all associated datapoints will appear in the window to the right.
MVM - MANUAL Adding Data Points to the Device STEP 1 Underneath Datapoint Name find the datapoint you would like to Room pull information to the MVM. In this case we are pulling in Pressure Use on Device Right click the point and select STEP 2 Select the clear arrow to the left of the datapoint value.
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MVM - MANUAL STEP 4 In the datapoint window, select the first datapoint by highlighting it in blue. STEP 5 Select All Properties so it is highlighted in blue. Scroll down to the bottom of the properties menu and find Client Map Type Value.
MVM - MANUAL Adding Data Points to the Main Screen STEP 1 Expand the Templates tab in the left bar of the LVIS Configurator software. CAUTION Do not work in the Root Menu portion of the software, as this may cause display issues that require further configuration. STEP 2 Room Layouts On the home screen in the...
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MVM - MANUAL STEP 4 Select the check box for the desired point. Select Press to add the datapoint to the main screen. STEP 5 The selected datapoint should appear underneath the corresponding name. STEP 6 In the top bar select the Data Point tab.
MVM - MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING The following information is provided in the event the Multi-Variable Monitor (MVM) does not appear to be functioning normally after installation. Problem Solution BACnet MS/TP is based on a RS-485 network. It must be wired in a daisy chain configuration.
MVM - MANUAL Replacement Parts Replacement parts are available. Please contact your local Antec Controls Representative. Technical Support If technical support is required, please contact us: By Email: Applications@AntecControls.com By Phone: 866.884.3524 Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CT NOTE: If you need support after hours, please contact us 48 hours in advance.
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