| Building Management Network 
Building Management Network (BMN) is a software package
used to communicate with Tracer and Tracker panels. These panels may be located in the
same facility or in different remote facilities.
ICS Capability
BMN’s communication capabilities make detailed ICS
information available. With BMN’s dynamic interface, an operator can monitor and
control up to 120 independent Tracer and Tracker systems. BMN receives specific mechanical
equipment alarm data as it occurs from remote unit controllers via modem or from equipment
in the same building. BMN provides detailed diagnostic information unique to the equipment
involved, including probable servicing solutions. BMN can also dial out to remote ICS
locations automatically each day to collect specific point data and usage reports. Any
modification to schedules or setpoints for a group of buildings can be easily implemented
across all Tracer systems.
Software Capabilities
BMN offers the following software capabilities:
- An event log retains a historical record of events,
including alarms.
- Reports provide the operator with access to important
energy and billing data. The following types of reports are available:
— Daily and monthly energy usage reports
– HVAC unit controller and zone status reports
— Weekly and monthly after hours usage reports
- A trend log retains a historical record of
values for specified points. This information often provides troubleshooting answers for
service technicians.
- Operator-defined maintenance messages can be used
with alarms or equipment run time limits to help schedule preventive maintenance.
- Save and restore software saves programming from a
Tracer or Tracker panel to a disk. A remote panel can be reprogrammed later by downloading
the saved programming.
- Optional color graphics display point information
from Tracer panels on customized dynamic color graphics. The color graphics software
operates using a mouse and function keys with pop-up menus. Color graphics are not
available with Tracker panels.
Background graphics can be created using a generic graphics package, or they can be used
from the supplied graphics library. This library includes graphics of HVAC equipment such
as fans, pumps, valves, chillers, and VAV terminal units.
- An optional scheduling feature allows an operator to
schedule up to 120 Tracer 100 series panels using the power of the PC. This simplifies
schedule setup and allows for advance scheduling of zones. This option also allows for
easy shutdown of multiple buildings in an emergency.
Refer to the Tracer 100 Series Systems and Tracker and VariTrac Zoning System sections of
this catalog for more information about the capabilities available through BMN.
Hardware Description
BMN runs on a PC with a 80386 or higher processor. A modem
is required at the PC for remote connections via a telephone line. A direct-connect cable
is used if the PC is directly wired to a Tracer or Tracker panel.
BMN can establish remote communications (via modem) with up
to 120 different building management panels. |
