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- Page 1 Installation and Operating Instructions NTI ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 P/N 6500656800 NTI Document #420012001000...
- Page 2 Thank you for your purchase of NTI ProtoNode FPC-N54-2217. For technical support contact NTI Boilers directly at (800) 688-2575 option 1. If necessary NTI will engage MSA Safety to escalate your support request. NTI Boilers is located at: 30 Stonegate Drive...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents About the ProtoNode Quick Start Guide Equipment Setup Configure Modbus Communication Settings in the Boiler(s) Configure Modbus Communication Settings in the Touchscreen(s) Mounting Physical Dimensions Installation DIP Switch Settings 3.1.1 Bias Resistors 3.1.2 Termination Resistor Connecting the R1 & R2 Ports 3.2.1 Wiring 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port Power up the Gateway... - Page 4 Additional Information 10.1 Update Firmware 10.2 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup 10.2.1 Change Security Mode 10.2.2 Edit the Certificate Loaded onto the FieldServer 10.3 Change User Management Settings 10.3.1 Create Users 10.3.2 Edit Users 10.3.3 Delete Users 10.3.4 Change FieldServer Password 10.4 Specifications...
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Page 5: About The Protonode
Manager for further information. IMPORTANT: NTI ProtoNode FPC-N54-2217 is compatible ONLY with NTI Lx, TFT and FTG boiler models. IMPORTANT: NTI ProtoNode FPC-N54-2217 is supplied factory-configured. No field configuration is required except: 1. Network configuration which may be needed for specific application requirements 2. -
Page 6: Equipment Setup
Name Description System Identification & Access Screen View system identification CH - Central Heat Configuration Edit Central Heat settings Outdoor Reset Configuration Edit Outdoor Reset settings Domestic Hot Water Configuration Edit Domestic Hot Water settings Warm Weather Shutdown Configuration Edit Warm Weather Shutdown settings Equipment Setup Demand Priority Configuration Edit Central Heat Demand Priority settings... -
Page 7: Configure Modbus Communication Settings In The Touchscreen(S)
Configure Modbus Communication Settings in the Touchscreen(s) │ Tft/Lx/Lx-WH/FTG Controller and Touchscreen Display DO NOT 3. Touch Access the Display setup screen as shown below: MODIFY COM2 COM1 Serial Port Figure 8.4-3 COM1 Settings The display is equipped with two serial EIA-485 communication ports, COM1 and COM2. -
Page 8: Mounting
Mounting The gateway can be mounted using the DIN rail mounting bracket on the back of the unit. REVERSE ANGLE VIEW SUGGESTED MOUNTING: USE PROPER PPE AND FOLLOW ALL LOCAL AND NATIONAL CODES MAY BE MOUNTED ANY ORIENTATION, SUGGESTED VERTICAL AS ILLUSTRATED USE FIELD SUPPLIED 35mm x 7.5mm SLOTTED DIN RAIL ATTACH DIN RAIL TO VERTICAL SURFACE IN DRY LOCATION AND SECURE IN PLACE WITH APPROPRIATE FIELD SUPPLIED FASTENERS... -
Page 9: Physical Dimensions
Physical Dimensions ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions... -
Page 10: Installation Dip Switch Settings
Installation DIP Switch Settings 3.1.1 Bias Resistors To enable Bias Resistors, move both the BIAS- and BIAS+ dip switches to the right in the orientation shown above. The bias resistors are used to keep the RS-485 bus to a known state, when there is no transmission on the line (bus is idling), to help prevent false bits of data from being detected. -
Page 11: Termination Resistor
3.1.2 Termination Resistor If the gateway is the last device on the serial trunk, then the End-Of-Line Termination Switch needs to be enabled. To enable the Termination Resistor, move the TERM dip switch to the right in the orientation shown in above. Termination resistor is also used to reduce noise. -
Page 12: Connecting The R1 & R2 Ports
Connecting the R1 & R2 Ports For the R1 Port only: Switch between RS-485 and RS-232 by moving the number 4 DIP Switch left for RS-485 and right for RS-232 (see images in Section 3.1 DIP Switch Settings). The R2 Port is RS-485. Connect to the 3-pin connector(s) as shown below. - Page 13 FTG Boiler Models Wiring ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions...
- Page 14 Lx Commercial Boiler Models Wiring ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions...
- Page 15 Tft-Lx Boiler Models Wiring ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions...
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Page 16: 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port
10/100 Ethernet Connection Port NOTE: Do not use shielded Ethernet cables. The Ethernet Port is used both for Ethernet protocol communications and for configuring the gateway via the Web App. To connect the gateway, either connect the PC to the router’s Ethernet port or connect the router and PC to an Ethernet switch. Use Cat-5 cables for the connection. -
Page 17: Power Up The Gateway
Power up the Gateway Check power requirements in the table below: Power Requirement for ProtoNode External Gateway Current Draw Type ProtoNode Family 12VDC 24VDC/AC FPC – N54 (Typical) 250mA 125mA NOTE: These values are ‘nominal’ and a safety margin should be added to the power supply of the host system. A safety margin of 25% is recommended. -
Page 18: Connect The Pc To The Gateway
Connect the PC to the Gateway Connecting to the Gateway via Ethernet Connect a Cat-5 Ethernet cable (straight through or cross-over) between the local PC and ProtoNode . 5.1.1 Changing the Subnet of the Connected PC The default IP Address for the ProtoNode is 192.168.1.24, Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. If the PC and ProtoNode are on different IP networks, assign a static IP Address to the PC on the 192.168.1.xxx network. -
Page 19: Setup Web Server Security
Setup Web Server Security Login to the FieldServer The first time the FieldServer GUI is opened in a browser, the IP Address for the gateway will appear as untrusted. This will cause the following pop-up windows to appear. • When the Web Server Security Unconfigured window appears, read the text and choose whether to move forward with HTTPS or HTTP. - Page 20 • Additional text will expand below the warning, click the underlined text to go to the IP Address. In the example below this text is “Proceed to <FieldServer IP> (unsafe)”. • When the login screen appears, put in the Username (default is “admin”) and the Password (found on the label of the FieldServer).
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Page 21: Select The Security Mode
Select the Security Mode On the first login to the FieldServer, the following screen will appear that allows the user to select which mode the FieldServer should use. NOTE: Cookies are used for authentication. NOTE: To change the web server security mode after initial setup, go to Section 10.2 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup. -
Page 22: Https With Own Trusted Tls Certificate
6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate This is the recommended selection and the most secure. Please contact your IT department to find out if you can obtain a TLS certificate from your company before proceeding with the Own Trusted TLS Certificate option. •... -
Page 23: Setup Network
Setup Network Using FS-GUI to Input Network Settings To navigate from the FS-GUI page to the Network Settings page follow the below instructions: • Find the Navigation tree across the left side of the screen. • Click the arrow next to the FieldServer title/CN number to expand the tree. •... -
Page 24: Routing Settings
Routing Settings The Routing settings make it possible to set up the IP routing rules for the FieldServer’s internet and network connections. • Click the Add Rule button to add a new row and set a new Destination Network, Netmask and Gateway IP Address as needed. -
Page 25: Ethernet 1 Network Settings
Ethernet 1 Network Settings To change the FieldServe IP Settings, follow these instructions: • Enable DHCP to automatically assign IP Settings or modify the IP Settings manually as needed, via these fields: IP Address, Netmask, Default Gateway, and Domain Name Server1/2. NOTE: If the FieldServer is connected to a router, the IP Gateway of the FieldServer should be set to the same IP Address of the router. -
Page 26: Configuring The Protonode
Configuring the ProtoNode Configuration Parameters Navigate to the Configuration Parameters page. This is normally the first page displayed after login. Change settings as required for the specific installation: Example:Type protocol number in Value box and click Submit Example: Type Baud rate number in Value box and click Submit... -
Page 27: Confirm Configuration Settings And Restart
8.2 Confirm Configuration Settings and Restart After entering parameter selections/settings and clicking submit, a prompt to confirm the configuration update appears: Click “System Restart” to confirm and restart the ProtoNode: System Restart Click “OK” to accept changes and restart the ProtoNode, or Cancel to discard the changes: ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions... -
Page 28: Activate Connected Boiler Profiles
Activate Connected Boiler Profiles Ensure that the ProtoNode is physically wired to the boiler(s) as described in Section 3 above. Also, ensure that each boiler is configured with a unique Modbus address. Refer to the boiler installation and operating manual for details. -
Page 29: Add Profiles By Automatic Discovery
8.3.2 Add Profiles By Automatic Discovery To add profiles by Automatic Discovery, first click “Clear Profiles and Restart”, and confirm. Then click the “Discovery Mode” button to initiate automatic discovery: Click to select click OK to start Discovery progress is displayed: After completion of Discovery, the TX1 and RX1 LED’s will flash rapidly in a sustained alternating pattern. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Lost or Incorrect IP Address • Ensure that FieldServer Toolbox is loaded onto the local PC. Otherwise, download the FieldServer-Toolbox.zip via the MSA Safety website. • Extract the executable file and complete the installation. • Connect a standard Cat-5 Ethernet cable between the user’s PC and ProtoNode. -
Page 31: Viewing Diagnostic Information
Viewing Diagnostic Information • Type the IP Address of the FieldServer into the web browser or use the FieldServer Toolbox to connect to the FieldServer. • Click on Diagnostics and Debugging Button, then click on view, and then on connections. •... -
Page 32: Checking Wiring And Settings
Checking Wiring and Settings No COMS on the Serial side. If the Tx/Rx LEDs are not flashing rapidly then there is a COM issue. To fix this problem, check the following: • Visual observations of LEDs on the ProtoNode. (Section 9.5 LED Functions) •... -
Page 33: Taking A Fieldserver Diagnostic Capture
Taking a FieldServer Diagnostic Capture When there is a problem on-site that cannot easily be resolved, perform a Diagnostic Capture before contacting support. Once the Diagnostic Capture is complete, contact NTI technical support at 800-688-2575 option 1. Describe the problem and request to send the diagnostic log file by email. The technical support agent will provide an address. The Diagnostic Capture will accelerate diagnosis of the problem. -
Page 34: Led Functions
LED Functions Description The SS LED will flash once a second to indicate that the bridge is in operation. The SYS ERR LED will go on solid indicating there is a system error. If this occurs, immediately report the related “system error”... -
Page 35: Factory Reset Instructions
IMPORTANT: Perform this action ONLY on the instruction of NTI technical support For instructions on how to reset a FieldServer back to its factory released state, see ENOTE FieldServer Next Gen Recovery, available at the MSA Safety website at https://us.msasafety.com Internet Browser Software Support The following web browsers are supported: •... -
Page 36: Additional Information
Additional Information 10.1 Update Firmware IMPORTANT: Perform this action ONLY on the instruction of NTI technical support To load a new version of the firmware, follow these instructions: 1. Extract and save the new file onto the local PC. 2. Open a web browser and type the IP Address of the FieldServer in the address bar. ◦... -
Page 37: Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup
10.2 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup NOTE: Any changes will require a FieldServer reboot to take effect. • Navigate from the ProtoNode landing page to the FS-GUI by clicking the blue “Diagnostics” text on the bottom of the screen. -
Page 38: Change Security Mode
10.2.1 Change Security Mode • Click Security in the Navigation panel. • Click the Mode desired. ◦ If HTTPS with own trusted TLS certificate is selected, follow instructions in Section 6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate • Click the Save button. ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions... -
Page 39: Edit The Certificate Loaded Onto The Fieldserver
10.2.2 Edit the Certificate Loaded onto the FieldServer NOTE: A loaded certificate will only be available if the security mode was previously setup as HTTPS with own trusted TLS certificate. • Click Security in the Navigation panel. • Click the Edit Certificate button to open the certificate and key fields. •... -
Page 40: Change User Management Settings
10.3 Change User Management Settings • From the FS-GUI page, click Setup in the Navigation panel. • Click User Management in the navigation panel. NOTE: If the passwords are lost, the unit can be reset to factory settings to reinstate the default unique password on the label. -
Page 41: Create Users
10.3.1 Create Users • Click the Create User button. • Enter the new User fields: Name, Security Group and Password. ◦ User details are hashed and salted NOTE: The password must meet the minimum complexity requirements. An algorithm automatically checks the password entered and notes the level of strength on the top right of the Password text field. -
Page 42: Edit Users
10.3.2 Edit Users • Click the pencil icon next to the desired user to open the User Edit window. • Once the User Edit window opens, change the User Security Group and Password as needed. • Click Confirm. • Once the Success message appears, click OK. ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions... -
Page 43: Delete Users
10.3.3 Delete Users • Click the trash can icon next to the desired user to delete the entry. • When the warning message appears, click Confirm. ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions... -
Page 44: Change Fieldserver Password
10.3.4 Change FieldServer Password • Click the Password tab. • Change the general login password for the FieldServer as needed. NOTE: The password must meet the minimum complexity requirements. An algorithm automatically checks the password entered and notes the level of strength on the top right of the Password text field. ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions... -
Page 45: Specifications
10.4 Specifications FPC-N54 One 3-pin Phoenix connector with: RS-485/RS-232 (Tx+ / Rx- / gnd) One 3-pin Phoenix connector with: RS-485 (+ / - / gnd) Electrical Connections One 3-pin Phoenix connector with: Power port (+ / - / Frame-gnd) One Ethernet 10/100 BaseT port Input Voltage: 9-30VDC or 24VAC Current draw: 24VAC 0.125A Max Power: 3 Watts... -
Page 46: Compliance With En Iec 62368-1
10.6 Compliance with EN IEC 62368-1 For EN IEC compliance, the following instructions must be met when operating the ProtoNode. • The units shall be powered by listed LPS or Class 2 power supply suited to the expected operating temperature range. •... -
Page 47: Limited 2 Year Warranty
Limited 2 Year Warranty MSA Safety warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship or material under normal use and service for two years after date of shipment. MSA Safety will repair or replace any equipment found to be defective during the warranty period. -
Page 48: Points List
Points List Modbus Register Item Label Format Object Type Mask Units Range Notes BACnet Object Decimal Access Base 0 Base 1 Base 0 Outlet Temperature (S3S4 sensor) AI 1 7 Read-only Signed 16-bit Analog Input Degrees -40°C TO 130°C (0.1°C precision) See Sola Software Interface Specification Fan speed AI 2... - Page 49 Modbus Register Item Label BACnet Object Format Object Type Mask Units Range Notes Decimal Access Base 0 Base 1 Base 0 91 Lead Lag CH 4mA water temperature AV 83 230 Read-only Unsigned 16-bit Analog Value Degrees Model Specific; see manual 231 Read-only 92 Lead Lag CH 20mA water temperature AV 84...
- Page 50 Modbus Register Item Label BACnet Object Format Object Type Mask Units Range Notes Decimal Access Base 0 Base 1 Base 0 0=Use first according to priority Slave mode MV 13 Read-only Unsigned 16-bit Multi State Value 1=Equalize run-time 2=Use last according to priority 0=Sequence order rotation Lead selection method MV 14...
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Page 51: Notes
Notes ProtoNode Model FPC-N54-2217 Installation and Operating Instructions... - Page 52 Visit us online NTI Boilers Inc. 30 Stonegate Dr. Saint John, NB E2H 0A4 Canada Technical Assistance: 1-800-688-2575 Website: www.ntiboilers.com Fax: 1-506-432-1135...
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