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VeederRoot® Gateway User Manual
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6.
COMMISIONING, DIAGNOSTICS, AND TROUBLE-
SHOOTING
WHAT TO TAKE TO SITE FOR COMMISSIONING
Below is a list of software and hardware tools that should be taken to site for the install installation.
Some of these tools are depend on the type of installation and drivers on the gateway. Most of the
software tools can be found on the included USB drive.
Software
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IP Setup Tool - Used to update the IP address of the CAS Gateway. Free
http://www.chipkin.com/cas-gateway-ip-address-tool
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Auto Update Tool - Used to update the firmware on the CAS Gateway. Free
http://www.chipkin.com/cas-gateway-firmware-download-tool/
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Wirehark - Used to capture and log network traffic. Free
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CAS BACnet Explorer
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Used to test BACnet IP configurations. Trial
http://www.chipkin.com/products/software/bacnet-software/cas-bacnet-explorer/
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CAS Modbus Scanner
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Used to test Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU configurations. Free
http://store.chipkin.com/articles/modbus-scanner-what-is-the-cas-modbus-scanner
Hardware
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A laptop
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Used to configure and diagnose the gateway. The laptop should include a ethernet
port.
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RS232 to USB converter
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Used when communicating with drivers that use RS232 such as
VeederRoot serial.
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RS485 to USB converter
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Used when communicating with drivers that use RS485 such as
Modbus RTU or BACnet MSTP.
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Ethernet patch cable
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Useful for connecting the gateway to your laptop or into a local switch.
Included in the accessory kit.
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Micro screw driver set
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Useful for securing wires into screw terminals. Included in the
accessory kit.
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Ethernet hub - Use a hub (and not a switch) as a last resort for troubleshooting problems with
Modbus TCP or BACnet IP. A hub is not a switch, that most switches are not supervised and
that only a supervised switch can be used as an alternative. For more information about hubs
and switches, please refer to this article:
http://www.chipkin.com/articles/hubs
•
Db9 gender changer - Connector make-up kits are always useful but not required if you have
tested your cable prior to attending the site.
