I/O IP Modules - BACnet IP - Work with the protocol

The following article describes how to prepare multiprotocol I/O modules of MINI-IP, MIX-IP, and MAX-IP series to work with the BACnet IP protocol.

NOTE: The RS485 port in MINI/MAX/MAX-IP modules works only in the master mode! It can only be used as a gateway from "ModbusTCP / IP" to "Modbus over RS485".

1. Preparation for work with the module

In the first step, you need to prepare a PC with iSMA Configurator software installed (you can download it for free from iSMA CONTROLLI Download Center a mini USB cable and a small, flat screwdriver.

2. Configuration of rotary and DIP switch

In the first step, correctly configure the DIP switch and rotary switch located under the top cover of the device. The rotary switch is used to set the BACnet ID which must be unique for each device on the network. The address is set according to the formula:

BACnet Id = 826000 + S2x10 + S1.

Picture 1. "Rotary switch".

Pins 4 and 5 'Dip switch' are used to select the type of protocol the module is to work with. In the case of the BACnet protocol, there are two modes to choose from: BACnet and 'BACnet SLAVE', the 'slave' mode works only for modules without IP port. If it is to work as a standard BACnet IP device, the fourth 'dip switch' should be set to 'ON', and the fifth to 'OFF', according to the table below.

Picture 2. Instruction for selecting a communication protocol.

3. Device configuration using iSMA Configurator

Before proceeding to this point, it is recommended to read the iSMA Configurator manual first I/O Modules - iSMA Configurator - Connecting with the module, reading and saving values.

In the first step, connect to the device with iSMA Configurator and go to the "IP Configuration" tab. In this tab, set the value of the parameters: “Ip Address”, “Mask” and “Gateway” so that they can communicate with other BACnet devices. Using this tab, you can also verify the correctness of the BACnet ID setting using the “BACnet Id” parameter. Also, set the “BACnet UDP Port” the same as in others devices on bus.

Picture 3. View of the "IP Configuration" tab in iSMA Configurator.