Viconics VT8000 Series Datasheet

Version 7
VT8000 Room Controllers
Wi-Fi Module
Installation & Quick Start Guide
VCM8002V5031 rmware version 1.4

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Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with ISED Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference; and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
In order to comply with FCC/ISED RF Exposure requirements, this device must be
installed to provide at least 20 cm separation from the human body at all times.
CAUTION
FCC and ISED RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC and ISED RF radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. End-users must follow the specic operating instructions
for satisfying RF exposure limits. This transmitter and its antenna must not be
collocated or operating with any other antenna or transmitter.
NOTICE
LOSS OF CONNECTIVITY
Wireless networks (including Wi-Fi) are inherently less stable than wired networks.
When designing your Building Management System (BMS) system, consider if it
must have access to devices at all times. If so, wired connectivity may be more
suitable.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in a loss of connection or data.
CONTENTS
System Requirements ...................................................................................3
Safety Instructions ........................................................................................3
Installation ....................................................................................................4
Commissioning Via Wi-Fi ...............................................................................5
Commissioning Via USB ...............................................................................7
Conguration Web Pages .............................................................................8
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................18
GNU Lesser General Public License ...........................................................18
California Proposition 65 Warning Statement For California Residents .........19

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The Wi-Fi Module requires rmware 2.5.1 or later on a VT8000 Room
Controller (RC).
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
• Electronic controls are static sensitive devices. Discharge yourself
correctly before manipulating Room Controllers.
• The Wi-Fi Module is Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) sensitive
material and must be handled with caution. ESD can permanently
damage electronics.
• Tampering with the devices or unintended application of the
devices will result in a void warranty.
• Before installation, make sure the Room Controller surface is clean
and free of dust or debris.
• Ensure that the darkened area (in the image below) of the
backplate, where the Wi-Fi Module will be located, is free of
mechanical interferences (i.e. screw heads, wiring, etc.).
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Bad installations:
Skewed screw, wrong screw type, screw not fully tightened to backplate.
Good installation:
Screw in and fully tighten to backplate.

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To install the Wi-Fi Module on a VT8000
Room Controller (RC):
1. Remove security screw from the
bottom of the Room Controller cover
(if present).
2. Open unit by pulling on the bottom of
the Room Controller (Figure 1).
NOTE: Visually inspect the Wi-Fi
Module for bent contact pins.
3. Below the gap in the upper-right
corner of the Room Controller’s
motherboard, locate holes to insert
the Wi-Fi Module.
4. Align the connector pins on the
Wi-Fi Module with the holes on the
motherboard (Figure 2).
NOTE: Ensure alignment of pins is
correct to avoid damaging the Wi-Fi
Module.
5. Gently press the Wi-Fi Module into the
Room Controller’s motherboard until it
ts snugly in place (Figure 3).
NOTE: Do not press too hard to avoid
damaging the Wi-Fi Module.
6. Gently align the cover with the top of
the base and snap in place from the
bottom (Figure 4).
7. Install the security screw.
INSTALLATION
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4

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COMMISSIONING VIA WI-FI
Once installed, follow the steps below to commission the Wi-Fi
Module.
NOTE: If you intend to connect the module to a hidden Wi-Fi Network
(SSID Broadcast is disabled), it must be done before making the
connection. Once the module is connected, the network conguration
must not be changed, or the module may lose connection or fail to
reconnect after power is cycled to the device or router. If you do
change the network conguration, the module should be disconnected
from the network and reconnected again.
NOTE: If a conguration/installer
password is activated to prevent
unauthorized access to conguration
menu parameters, a password entry
prompt is displayed.
1. Touch and hold this point for 3 seconds
to enter set-up mode.
Network
BAC MSTP
Wired protocol
Onboard prot.
Zigbee
Optional prot.
IP
2. Navigate to the Network menu.
3. Using the left and right arrows navigate
to the Wi-Fi conguration screens.
4. Enable the Wi-Fi Access Point.
5. The SSID, Password, and IP address
elds will be populated.
6. Connect your PC or smartphone to
the Access Point using the SSID and
Password shown on the RC’s screen.
7. Open your Internet browser and connect
to the IP address 192.168.71.1
Password:
IP address:
192.168.71.1
65F90617
SSID:
SE8X00_0617
Access Point
Enabled
2/5 Wi-Fi Access Point
Connect To The Wi-Fi Module

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8. Enter the default credentials:
username: admin
password: admin8000
NOTE: Upon the rst log-in a
password change is required.
Passwords must have at least 8 characters, one uppercase
character, one lowercase character, and one number or symbol.
Each user should have a strong and unique password. Do not re-
use passwords for multiple users.
9. Enter a new password and click Submit.
You are now ready to manage your RC via the Conguration Web
Page.
NOTE: When connecting to the Conguration Web Page, the web
browser will present a warning due to the use of a self-signed
certicate. Although strong security is in use, this warning appears
as the web browser is not able to authenticate the website with
an online certicate authority. The warning must be accepted to
proceed to the Conguration Web Page.
Connect To The Building Wi-Fi Network
1. Navigate to the Network tab in the web
browser and connect to your desired Wi-Fi
network.
2. Once connected, on your RC Wi-Fi
network screen 3/5, the status will be
displayed as Ready. The SSID and IP ad-
dress to access the RC via the browser are
displayed.
3. You can continue conguring your RC using
the Access Point or via the building Wi-Fi
network.
NOTE: The Access Point will be disabled after the timeout period.
4. On the Admin tab, enable and congure Ping Remote Machine to
ensure that the end-to-end connectivity of the device is monitored
and xed if the connection is lost (refer to “Device Monitoring” on
page 12).
IP address:
192.168.171.40 (dhcp)
SSID:
Your Wi-Fi Network
Wi-Fi status
Ready
Signal strength
Fair
SMTP status
Online
3/5 Wi-Fi Network

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COMMISSIONING VIA USB
For sites where multiple RCs need to be commissioned, a sub-set
of commissioning is supported from the VT8000 Uploader Tool via
the USB port on the Room Controller. This provides a simple, fast,
repeatable method to connect the Wi-Fi Module to the building’s Wi-Fi
network and enable the most common features. Advanced features
can then be commissioned via the Conguration Web Pages across
the building Wi-Fi network, saving commissioning time as it is not
necessary to connect to the Access Point of each Wi-Fi Module. For
more information refer to the Uploader Tool Installation Guide.
Commissioning from the Uploader Tool supports:
• User authentication and rst admin password change
• Wi-Fi network connection (SSID)
• IP Conguration (DHCP or Static)
• Enable and congure BACnet/IP
• Enable NTP time source
Minimum system requirements:
• VT8000: 2.5.1
• VCM8002: 1.4
• Uploader tool: 3.3
To enable/disable Commissioning via USB, go to the Admin tab (refer
to “Conguration” on page 11), or go to USB access on the RC
Conguration screen.
NOTICE
INFORMATION DISCLOSURE/UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS
When the Wi-Fi Module is commissioned from the Uploader Tool, user and
network password hashes are sent from the Uploader Tool, via USB and the Room
Controller to the Module. If intercepted by a USB Eavesdropping Attack, these
hashes may be used to access the Module and Wi-Fi network. Care should be
taken to help ensure communications are not eavesdropped on.
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to unauthorized users
accessing the Wi-Fi Module or the Wi-Fi network.
NOTICE
UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS
When commissioning is complete, it is recommended to disable USB Access on
the Room Controller to minimize entry points to the system.
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to unauthorized users
accessing the Wi-Fi Module or the Room Controller via USB.

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CONFIGURATION WEB PAGES
Home
Device Name
User Name
The Wi-Fi Module device name can be changed on the Admin
page (refer to “Device Name” on page 11). It is used in email
notications and as the SSID for the module’s Wi-Fi Access Point.
This name is different from the RC device name which is set by the
BACnet front end.
Network
The Network page shows the IPv4 and HTTPS proxy conguration
settings, and the building Wi-Fi network connection information. IPv4
and Wi-Fi can also be congured using the VT8000 Uploader Tool.

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IPv4 Conguration
The default DHCP setting will automatically assign a valid IP address
to your device. To set a Static IP conguration, please contact your
network administrator for the correct values.
HTTPS Proxy Conguration
An HTTPS proxy may be congured for connection to Facility Expert.
If congured, all trafc between the device and Facility Expert will
pass through the proxy server.
When do I need to configure a proxy?
It is only necessary to congure a proxy server if:
• You are connecting your Wi-Fi Module to Facility Expert, and
• A proxy server is required for internet connectivity from the Wi-Fi
network.
Configuration
Proxy servers are maintained by your Wi-Fi network administrator.
Please contact your network administrator for proxy server
conguration values required below.

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Facility Expert
Refer to the Integration Guide for
Connecting VT8000 to EcoStruxure
Facility Expert.
Devices
The Devices page shows the paired wireless devices conguration
settings. Make sure to congure the wireless devices before
connecting to the Facility Expert platform.
To congure the proxy, you need to specify:
• An address (e.g. 192.168.0.1 or proxy.my-domain.com)
• A port (e.g. 5000)
• If authentication is required to use the proxy:
A username
A password
Confirmation of Operation
After conguring your proxy, go to the Facility Expert page and
ensure Facility Expert is online.