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Hey Norri thanks for the reply. I apologize for not giving a better description, as I said this is my first time working on Distech and I have no formal training although I did take class for N4 and...

Whats up guys,

I am having trouble loading the program to a pair of ECB 103's.

Heres the situation;

I have an Eclipse S1000 with just 3 controllers on the com run.

The ECY 8ui6ou which...

Hmm... trying to understand what you mean. Are you referring to in general when looking for points or specifically for a VFD. From what I remember earlier today, that range is for AI/AO's.

I do have the VFD booklet (Franklin electric) and I was able to find the register list with all the points I am looking to monitor/control.

Will I find them under AV/BV's through the Babel?

First thanks for the reply, I appreciate your time.

Well I spent about 1-2 hours seeing videos on how Modbus works, I think I understand the fundamentals which are pretty much that there is 4...

Hello everyone,

Has anyone here ever used a Babel Buster 3010?

Currently at the site im at we have VFD's that communicate via Modbus but we use BACnet. We are using the BB2 as our gateway to...

What programs do you guys use to create graphics? My project consist of cooling towers, pumps, boilers, and all other related equipment.

I been able to create the Data pages using Paint as its...

Hello All,

I come here for some suggestions, there is an AHU that provides air to a "stage" room which is located below the unit at about 20-30 feet. The problem is no MS4 was installed or a...

Hmm all 3 of the VLCA's are being used for 3 separate AHU's and they all have drives, I'll be back at the job site on Monday so ill look into it then if I have time. Thank you very much Numba I...

Thank you Numba, I forgot to mention I did take a look at the led and noticed all 3 only blink 2x, while other VLCAs I can see are blinking 3x. I am positive it is not a duplicate Mac or Device ID as...

There is 3 VLCA's that I am having trouble communicating with. This is a new problem as they have been working correctly for months, here is what I know and have tried.

They are connected to the...

That seems to be the trend, pretty impressive.

Thanks for the help OnePlus, I do have the programmers guide and I know I can get the function of the block through Visio, but I am looking for something more like a how to style book. I was not...

Is there a book, pdf or video where programing using Alerton's logic is taught step by step and breaks down easy - moderate examples?

I now been working as a controls tech for the last 9 months...

VFD is communicating over BACnet MS/TP, I am unsure of the series, but as far as polarity everything is connected appropriately throughout all 12 devices on the same trunk ( 6 vfds, 6 controllers )

Thank you both! I will relay this message to my lead!!

Currently having some issues with a DanFoss VFD that has left me and my lead teach baffled and seeking answers. The controllers are Alerton and VFD DanFoss as mentioned, the trunk has a total of 6...

True that... I am at a construction site some I'm sure I could find a few empty buckets haha

I guess I am skipping some steps... haha

Thank you sir, this is exactly the one I was looking for, but I did not think it was this expensive.... damn

So I was finally placed at a job site, been here for 2 weeks and will be there for at least another 2, currently configuring controllers and VFD's. Without my laptop I am useless and I want to take...

Hey guys thanks for replying... I actually been told my supervisor to move on and focus on other trainings... darn it I was getting into it too...

I know you guys are like WTH is this guy doing...

Hey numba, I dont want to be a bother to Reckless so I'm just throwing it out hoping I get some feed back haha... maybe you can help me now???

I got all my components hooked up, I got my BCM-ETH...

Well Im in, I am now communicating with the BCM

Thanks Max,

Would you happen to have a step by step guide for the configuration of the BCM-ETH?

ITs only fair I update...

Thanks to co worker I was able to configure the station... next for me is to configure the network settings. PDF says to use Hyperterminal, but co worker recommends...

I am having trouble or due to lack of information/references I am struggling.

Not sure if it is method of finding out if I will sink or swim but I feel I haven't been given much information on...

Holy smokes, that was on hell of a reply. You must have some serious brain power....

The only system that I found similar to ALC with the "tree" is Delta Orca 3.0-4.0. That seemed to have a...

Immunity through corona beer, only logical explanation.

lol all you have to do is ask sometimes :whistle:

Thanks big guy! this is an awesome thread!

Thanks guys for replying, I really appreciate you taking the time.

The more I learn about distech the more I become confused haha, to be fair I am fresh off the boat so I am sure I will over come...

My background with BMS or controls is mostly with ALC so I am trying to relate what I am learning to ALC.

If I can get some clarification, it would be great!

First question, is Niagara only...

Hi Reckles

Just checked and I do not have keys for either Envision or Compass, I will have to ask the supervisor if I will be getting them (obviously I should) so that I can start working.
I...

I need some help here...

I been given all the parts necessary to create my own work station from home so I can learn and practice.

I have;

Alerton BCM-ETH
Alerton BCM-PWS
Alerton VLC- 550...

Hey slctech, that was a great and detailed response. Thanks for the reading material as well!, I'll definitely be reading those articles!

Thanks for the replies guys, I guess the presenter of the Webinar was a pretty damn good salesmen and he got me.

Although he said the opposite of the point "thatguy" mentioned of crippling the...

Earlier today I was part of a Webinar by Mitsubishi where they were giving a some what brief explanation on their VRF systems and honestly to me it seems like some great technology.

Especially...

Not sure what song is the best response to this one, Justing Timberlake- cry me a river OR Nwa F the police....

Thanks Jim

linkedin learning has A LOT!!!! but its is not free.

Dammit! only if this thread was around 50-60 years ago...

Maybe? that is something I have never been asked. Like I said, there are some real wizards on here so just wait a couple hours and I am sure youll get the answers you are seeking.

My goodness, comments like this are the ones that motivate me. Thank you Sir!

Sorry I'm not sure what you meant by, "dont relate to client records or site assets". As far as forwarding the "data" to your CMMS, I am sure that is possible through bacnet but that is where i hit...

Various ways, depends what system your building is using. My building at one point had 3 different systems, distech, delta and ALC. With Delta I logged into an actual program where i can see all my...

What interface are you using? I do not only think they are sufficient but a must. I have set up Email alarms for our server rooms and other delicate areas to alarm me when they have passed a certain...

Thank you all who have contributed to this thread. I am very grateful.
My lunch/interview was on Thursday and since then I had not stopped thinking. From making this post, to talking to friends in...

Thank you sir, I remember you making a thread with a similar subject. Did you end up moving on to controls?

Thank you Ken! Have a great weekend sir.