4. Initial configuration
Once the electrical connections have been completed (see “Installation”) and the power supply has been
connected, the operations required for commissioning the controller depend on the type of interface
used, however essentially involve setting the so-called initial configuration parameters.
The initial configuration procedure can be run on the user terminal or mobile device (with the APPLICA
app).
The parameters used for initial commissioning are shown in the Commissioning parameter table.
Important:
the parameters that can be set on the user terminal and in the APPLICA app may vary
according to the rights assigned to the access profile, defined by the manufacturer. Therefore, not all
of the following parameters may be visible or modifiable.
4.1 Wizard
MPXone features highly configurable inputs and outputs. CAREL in any case recommends a configuration
following the default settings of the parameters. By following this suggestion, the controller can
independently manage the main functions in most applications, without having to significantly modify
the settings of the parameters.
4.1.1 User terminal
When first started, MPXone runs a procedure (configuration wizard) that requires the settings of the
critical parameters, relating to:
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correct configuration of the probe types;
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correct communication of the controller with the supervisor and the Master/Slave network;
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management of the electronic valve, if featured.
Note:
the configuration wizard can also be:
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run via the "APPLICA" app
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skipped by creating a parameter configuration using the SPARK configuration software.
During this procedure, the device remains in standby and all of its functions are deactivated (including
control and communication via RS485). The special configuration menu is only displayed on the user
terminal, and therefore one needs to be connected if the function is not deactivated (avoiding conflicts in
the network/LAN or refrigerant return to the compressor). Only after having set all of the required
parameters will it be possible to continue with normal configuration.
4.2 APPLICA
The “APPLICA” app can be used to configure the controller from a mobile device (smartphone, tablet), via
NFC (Near Field Communication) or Bluetooth.
Procedure (modify parameters):
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download the CAREL “Applica” app for Android devices from Google Play;
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(on the mobile device) enable NFC and/or Bluetooth communication and mobile data;
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open Applica;
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move the mobile device near to the user terminal, maximum distance 10 mm (for NFC only), so as to
recognise the configuration;
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select the access profile and enter the required password (*);
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set the parameters as needed;
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move the mobile device near to the user terminal again to upload the configuration parameters.
(*) pre-assigned by the unit manufacturer to allow maintenance only by authorised service technicians.
See the parameter table.
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