MSA FieldServer BACNET ROUTER WI-FI User guide

BACnet Router Wi-Fi Start-up Guide 0
Start-up Guide
BACnet Router Wi-Fi
FS-ROUTER-BACW
MSAsafety.com
Document Revision: 3.D
T18621
APPLICABILITY & EFFECTIVITY
Effective for all systems manufactured after February 2022.

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Table of Contents
1BACnet Router Description.............................................................................................................7
2Equipment Setup..............................................................................................................................8
2.1 Mounting...................................................................................................................................8
2.2 Attaching the Wi-Fi Antenna.....................................................................................................8
3Installing the BACnet Router..........................................................................................................9
3.1 Connecting the R1 & R2 Ports.................................................................................................9
3.1.1 Wiring.......................................................................................................................................9
3.2 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port...........................................................................................10
4Power up the BACnet Router........................................................................................................11
5Connecting to the BACnet Router................................................................................................12
5.1 Using the FieldServer Toolbox...............................................................................................12
5.2 Using a Web Browser.............................................................................................................12
6Setup Web Server Security ...........................................................................................................13
6.1 Login to the FieldServer .........................................................................................................13
6.2 Select the Security Mode........................................................................................................15
6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate .............................................................................16
6.2.2 HTTPS with Default Untrusted Self-Signed TLS Certificate or HTTP with Built-in Payload
Encryption ..............................................................................................................................16
7Configuring the BACnet Router....................................................................................................17
7.1 Navigate to the BACnet Router Settings................................................................................17
7.2 BACnet Router Settings .........................................................................................................18
7.2.1 Button Functions ....................................................................................................................18
7.2.2 Multiple Connections..............................................................................................................19
7.2.3 BACnet Device.......................................................................................................................19
7.2.4 BACnet/IP...............................................................................................................................20
7.2.5 BACnet MS/TP, BACnet Ethernet and BACnet Explorer.......................................................21
7.3 Network Settings ....................................................................................................................22
7.3.1 ETH 1.....................................................................................................................................23
7.3.2 Wi-Fi Client.............................................................................................................................24
7.3.3 Wi-Fi Access Point.................................................................................................................25
7.3.4 Routing...................................................................................................................................26
7.4 Router Diagnostics.................................................................................................................27
8BACnet Explorer.............................................................................................................................28
8.1 Discover Device List...............................................................................................................29
8.2 View Device Details and Explore Points/Parameters.............................................................30
8.2.1 Edit the Present Value Field...................................................................................................33
9Grid Setup.......................................................................................................................................35
9.1 Create a New FieldServer Manager Account.........................................................................35
9.2 Login to the FieldServer Manager..........................................................................................42
10 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................44
10.1 Tooltips...................................................................................................................................44
10.2 Taking a FieldServer Diagnostic Capture...............................................................................45
10.3 Factory Reset Instructions......................................................................................................46
10.4 Internet Browser Software Support ........................................................................................46
10.5 Wi-Fi Signal Strength..............................................................................................................46

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11 Additional Information...................................................................................................................47
11.1 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup......................................................47
11.1.1 Change Security Mode...........................................................................................................48
11.1.2 Edit the Certificate Loaded onto the FieldServer...................................................................49
11.2 Change User Management Settings......................................................................................50
11.2.1 Create Users..........................................................................................................................51
11.2.2 Edit Users...............................................................................................................................52
11.2.3 Delete Users...........................................................................................................................53
11.2.4 Change FieldServer Password ..............................................................................................54
11.3 Specifications..........................................................................................................................55
11.4 FS-ROUTER-BACW Dimension Drawing..............................................................................56
12 Limited 2 Year Warranty................................................................................................................57

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List of Figures
Figure 1: DIN Rail..........................................................................................................................................8
Figure 2: RS-485 R2 Connection Port..........................................................................................................9
Figure 3: Ethernet Connection....................................................................................................................10
Figure 4: Required Current Draw for the Gateway.....................................................................................11
Figure 5: Power Connections......................................................................................................................11
Figure 6: Web Server Security Window......................................................................................................13
Figure 7: Connection Not Private Warning .................................................................................................13
Figure 8: Warning Expanded Text..............................................................................................................14
Figure 9: FieldServer Login.........................................................................................................................14
Figure 10: Security Mode Selection Screen................................................................................................15
Figure 11: Security Mode Selection Screen –Certificate & Private Key....................................................16
Figure 12: Web App Landing Page.............................................................................................................17
Figure 13: Opt Out Warning Message........................................................................................................17
Figure 14: BACnet Router Settings Page...................................................................................................18
Figure 15: Network Settings Tab ................................................................................................................22
Figure 16: ETH 1 Port Network Settings.....................................................................................................23
Figure 17: Wi-Fi Client Network Settings....................................................................................................24
Figure 18: Wi-Fi AP Network Settings ........................................................................................................25
Figure 19: Routing Network Settings..........................................................................................................26
Figure 20: BACnet Router Diagnostics Page..............................................................................................27
Figure 21: FS-GUI BACnet Explorer Tab....................................................................................................28
Figure 22: BACnet Explorer Page...............................................................................................................29
Figure 23: Discovery Window .....................................................................................................................29
Figure 24: Device List .................................................................................................................................30
Figure 25: Device Sub-items.......................................................................................................................30
Figure 26: Full Device Sub-items................................................................................................................31
Figure 27: Simplified Device Details...........................................................................................................31
Figure 28: Additional Device Details...........................................................................................................32
Figure 29: Highlighted Present Value.........................................................................................................33
Figure 30: Write Property Window..............................................................................................................33
Figure 31: Updated Present Value..............................................................................................................34
Figure 32: BACnet Router Landing Page –FieldServer Manager Tab......................................................35
Figure 33: Registration Information Page...................................................................................................35
Figure 34: FieldServer Manager Connection Problems Message..............................................................36
Figure 35: FieldServer Manager Registration –Installer Details................................................................37
Figure 36: FieldServer Manager Registration –Site Details.......................................................................37
Figure 37: FieldServer Manager Registration –Gateway Details...............................................................38
Figure 38: Grid Registration –FieldServer Manager Account....................................................................38
Figure 39: Device Registered for the FieldServer Manager .......................................................................39
Figure 40: Welcome to FieldServer Manager Email...................................................................................40
Figure 41: Setting User Details...................................................................................................................41
Figure 42: FieldServer Manager Login Page..............................................................................................42
Figure 43: FieldServer Manager Landing Page..........................................................................................43
Figure 44: Settings Tooltips ........................................................................................................................44
Figure 45: Wi-Fi Signal Strength Listing .....................................................................................................46
Figure 46: BACnet Router Landing Page ...................................................................................................47
Figure 47: FS-GUI Page .............................................................................................................................47
Figure 48: FS-GUI Security Setup..............................................................................................................48
Figure 49: FS-GUI Security Setup –Certificate Loaded.............................................................................49
Figure 50: FS-GUI User Management........................................................................................................50
Figure 51: Create User Window..................................................................................................................51
Figure 52: Setup Users...............................................................................................................................52
Figure 53: Edit User Window ......................................................................................................................52

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Figure 54: Setup Users...............................................................................................................................53
Figure 55: User Delete Warning .................................................................................................................53
Figure 56: FieldServer Password Update via FS-GUI................................................................................54
Figure 57: Specifications.............................................................................................................................55
Figure 58: BACnet Router Dimensions.......................................................................................................56

Description
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1 BACnet Router Description
The BACnet Router provides stand-alone routing between BACnet networks such as BACnet/IP, BACnet
Ethernet, and BACnet MS/TP –thereby allowing the system integrator to mix BACnet network technologies
within a single BACnet internetwork. There are three physical communication ports on the BAS Router.
One is a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port and the other two are RS-485 MS/TP ports. Configuration is
accomplished via a web page.
The BACnet Router with Wi-Fi (FS-ROUTER-BACW) model has one RS-485 port, one Ethernet 10/100
port and supports Wi-Fi network connection. Additionally, the Router acts as a Wi-Fi access point for
modern web based configuration and remote access from any mobile device without user restrictions.
The BACnet Router is cloud ready and connects with MSA Safety’s Grid.
NOTE: A cellular version of the BACnet Router is not available.
NOTE: For Grid information, refer to the MSA Grid Start-up Guide online through the MSA
website.
NOTE: The latest versions of instruction manuals, driver manuals, configuration manuals and
support utilities are available online through the MSA Safety website.

Equipment Setup
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2 Equipment Setup
2.1 Mounting
The BACnet Router can be mounted using the DIN rail mounting bracket on the back of the unit.
NOTE: For dimension details see Section 11.4.
2.2 Attaching the Wi-Fi Antenna
Screw in the Wi-Fi antenna to the front of the unit as shown in Section 11.4.
Figure 1: DIN Rail
Din Rail
Bracket

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3 Installing the BACnet Router
3.1 Connecting the R1 & R2 Ports
For the R1 Port only: Switch between RS-485 and RS-232 by moving the number 4 DIP Switch left for
RS-485 and right for RS-232 (Figure 2).
The R2 Port is RS-485.
Connect to the 3-pin connector as shown below.
The following baud rates are supported:
9600, 19200, 38400, 76800
3.1.1 Wiring
RS-485
BMS RS-485
Wiring
Gateway Pin
Assignment
RS-485 +
TX +
RS-485 -
RX -
GND
GND
NOTE: Use standard grounding principles for GND.
TX+ RX- GND
+ - GND
Figure 2: RS-485 R2 Connection Port

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3.2 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port
The Ethernet Port is used both for BACnet/IP communications and for configuring the BACnet Router via
the Web App. To connect the BACnet Router, either connect the PC to the Router’s Ethernet port or connect
the Router and PC to an Ethernet switch. Use Cat-5 cables for the connection.
NOTE: The Default IP Address of the BACnet Router is 192.168.2.101, Subnet Mask is
255.255.255.0.
Figure 3: Ethernet Connection
Ethernet Port

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4 Power up the BACnet Router
Check power requirements in the table below:
Power Requirement for BACnet Router External Gateway
Current Draw Type
BACnet Router Family
12VDC
24VDC/AC
FS-ROUTER-BACW (Typical)
250mA
125mA
NOTE: These values are ‘nominal’ and a safety margin should be added to the power supply
of the host system. A safety margin of 25% is recommended.
Figure 4: Required Current Draw for the Gateway
Apply power to the BACnet Router as shown below in Figure 5. Ensure that the power supply used
complies with the specifications provided in 11.3.
•The gateway accepts 9-30VDC or 24VAC on pins L+ and N-.
•Frame GND should be connected.
Power to
ProtoAir
ProtoAir
Pin Label
Pin
Assignment
Power In (+)
L +
V +
Power In (-)
N -
V -
Frame Ground
FG
FRAME GND
Figure 5: Power Connections

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5 Connecting to the BACnet Router
The FieldServer Toolbox Application can be used to discover and connect to the BACnet Router on a
local area network. To manually connect to the BACnet Router using the Toolbox, click on the
plus icon ( ) and enter the IP Address, or enter the Internet IP Address into a web browser.
5.1 Using the FieldServer Toolbox
•Install the Toolbox application from the USB drive or get it from the MSA website.
•Use the Toolbox application to find the BACnet Router IP Address and launch the Web App (by
clicking the Connect button).
5.2 Using a Web Browser
Open a Web Browser and input the BACnet Router’s IP Address. The Default IP Address of the BACnet
Router is 192.168.2.101, Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. If the PC and the BACnet Router are on different
IP Networks, assign a Static IP Address to the PC on the 192.168.2.X network.
NOTE: Check Section 10.4 for supported browsers.
+

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6 Setup Web Server Security
6.1 Login to the FieldServer
The first time the FieldServer GUI is opened in a browser, the IP Address for the gateway will appear as
untrusted. This will cause the following pop-up windows to appear.
•When the Web Server Security Unconfigured window appears, read the text and choose whether
to move forward with HTTPS or HTTP.
•When the warning that “Your connection is not private” appears, click the advanced button on the
bottom left corner of the screen.
Figure 7: Connection Not Private Warning
Figure 6: Web Server Security Window

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•Additional text will expand below the warning, click the underlined text to go to the IP Address. In
the Figure 8 example this text is “Proceed to 10.40.50.94 (unsafe)”.
•When the login screen appears, put in the Username (default is “admin”) and the Password (found
on the label of the FieldServer).
NOTE: There is also a QR code in the top right corner of the FieldServer label that shows the
default unique password when scanned.
NOTE: A user has 5 attempts to login then there will be a 10-minute lockout. There is no timeout
on the FieldServer to enter a password.
NOTE: To create individual user logins, go to Section 11.2.
Figure 9: FieldServer Login
Figure 8: Warning Expanded Text

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6.2 Select the Security Mode
On the first login to the FieldServer, the following screen will appear that allows the user to select which
mode the FieldServer should use.
NOTE: Cookies are used for authentication.
NOTE: To change the web server security mode after initial setup, go to Section 11.1.
The sections that follow include instructions for assigning the different security modes.
Figure 10: Security Mode Selection Screen

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6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate
This is the recommended selection and the most secure. Please contact your IT department to find out
if you can obtain a TLS certificate from your company before proceeding with the Own Trusted TLS
Certificate option.
•Once this option is selected, the Certificate, Private Key and Private Key Passphrase fields will
appear under the mode selection.
•Copy and paste the Certificate and Private Key text into their respective fields. If the Private Key is
encrypted type in the associated Passphrase.
•Click Save.
•A “Redirecting” message will appear. After a short time, the FieldServer GUI will open.
6.2.2 HTTPS with Default Untrusted Self-Signed TLS Certificate or HTTP with Built-in
Payload Encryption
•Select one of these options and click the Save button.
•A “Redirecting” message will appear. After a short time, the FieldServer GUI will open.
Figure 11: Security Mode Selection Screen –Certificate & Private Key

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7 Configuring the BACnet Router
7.1 Navigate to the BACnet Router Settings
•From the Web App landing page, click the BACnet Router tab on the left side of the screen.
•A warning message will appear when performing the first-time setup, click the Exit Registration
button to continue to the Settings page.
Figure 13: Opt Out Warning Message
Figure 12: Web App Landing Page

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7.2 BACnet Router Settings
7.2.1 Button Functions
•Save –write the currently displayed settings to the device. A
restart will be required to apply the updated settings.
•Reload –discard the currently displayed settings and reload
the settings stored on the device. This will undo any unsaved
edits.
•Defaults –discard the currently displayed settings and load
default settings. This must still be saved and the device must
be restarted for the default settings to be applied.
•Restart –restarts the device.
Figure 14: BACnet Router Settings Page

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7.2.2 Multiple Connections
•Network Number –set up the BACnet network number for the connection. Legal values are
1-65534. Each network number must be unique across the entire BACnet internetwork. All devices
that are interconnected by the same IP network and that can reach one another through local IP
broadcasts (including local IP broadcasts forwarded by BBMD) should be treated as a single
BACnet network segment, and hence all routing ports connected to this segment should have the
same globally unique network number.
NOTE: Each BACnet network segment, regardless of technology, must have a unique network
number. For example, a single RS-485 MS/TP segment or BACnet/IP subnet, can each be
regarded as a BACnet network segment. All routing ports that connect directly to the same
segment should also assign the same globally unique network number to that segment.
•Enable –enable or disable the connection; note that BACnet/IP Primary is always enabled.
7.2.3 BACnet Device
•Device Instance and Device Name –a BACnet
Router must provide a Device Object. Configure its
name and Instance Number here. Take care to select
a Device Instance Number that is unique across the
entire BACnet internetwork.
•Device Location –enter a location for the Device.
The location may not contain any commas.
•Device Connection –select which connection to
bond the BACnet device settings.

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7.2.4 BACnet/IP
•IP Port –the BACnet/IP default is 47808 (0xBAC0),
but a different port number may be specified here.
•IP Port –this MUST be different to the IP Port used
on the BACnet/IP Primary connection. Default is
47809 (0xBAC1).
•BBMD Connection –select which connection to
bond the BACnet/IP BBMD settings.
•Public IP Address and Port –if the BBMD is being
accessed across a NAT Router, then these values
must be configured with the public IP Address and
Port by which the BBMD can be reached from across
the NAT Router. The Public IP Address and Port
would also be used in the BDT of remote BBMD's that
need to reach this BBMD across the NAT Router. If
no NAT Router is being used, these fields can be left
blank. For example, type into a Google browser “my
IP Address” to see the local PC’s Public IP Address.