Differential pressure sensor (Phidgets 1136/1137/1138) - Roasting Intelligence Setup (beta)

This manual covers the Phidgets installation and configuration of Cropster’s Roasting Intelligence for connection with Phidgets 1136, 1137, and/or 1138, via an InterfaceKit, or VINT Hub.

• Specifications
• Adding the measurement to the RI

• Differential Air Pressure Sensor Phidget installation

  • Via VINT Hub
  • Via InterfaceKit 8/8/8

• Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup

• Establishing a connection to the device

• Troubleshooting

Legal Note

Please read this installation and configuration guide carefully, as any mishandling could lead to permanent device damage.

By connecting a Phidget device or temperature probe to any computer or by installing Cropster’s Roasting Intelligence (RI) software, the user agrees to release Cropster from any liability and assumes any possible risk related to the use of this measuring device and/or software. Cropster's terms of service apply.

Cropster cannot advise on the installation of the hardware, and in order to ensure safety when installing any hardware on your machine, Cropster recommends consulting with a technician who can help with the install. 

Specifications

Requirements

• VINT Hub (HUB0001_0) or PhidgetInterfaceKit 8/8/8
  • HUB0001_0 replaced the HUB0000_0

• Differential Air Pressure Sensor (Phidget 1136, Phidget 1137, Phidget 1138)

• Phidget cables (e.g. 3002_0, 3003_0, etc.)

Adding the measurement to the RI

First, you need to add the measurement(s) to your machine, from C-sar. 

1. Login to the online platform C-sar.
2. Go to Gear () > Machines.
3. Click the Pen () button next to the roast machine you would like to add the measurement for. 
   
4. Scroll down to the Supported measurements section, and click + Add measurements.
5. Clickthe Update machine button. 
   
6. If open, restart the Roasting Intelligence to make the changes effective.

Differential Air Pressure Sensor Phidget installation

Via VINT Hub HUB0001_0 (or HUB0000_0 depending on your setup)

Source: www.phidgets.com

1. Connect the Differential Air Pressure Sensor Phidget to any port of the VINT Hub with the Phidgets cable.
2. Connect the VINT Hub to your computer with the USB cable.

Via Phidget InterfaceKit 8/8/8 (Phidget 1018)

1. Connect the Differential Air Pressure Sensor Phidget into the InterfaceKit's "Analog Inputs" port (0 thru 7) with the Phidget cable.
2. Connect the InterfaceKit to your computer with the USB cable.
   
   Phidget InterfaceKit 8/8/8 (1018_3), with its analog inputs, highlighted in purple.

Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup

Installing the Roasting Intelligence (RI) software

1. Download the Roasting Intelligence from download-beta.cropster.com
2. The Cropster installer leads you through all the installation steps.
3. Download the Phidget driver.
4. Open the RI by double-clicking the Cropster icon on the desktop.
5. Enter your username and password.
   The username is the email address your Cropster invitation has been sent to, and use the password you've generated when accepting the invitation.
6. Check the Remember credentials box if you want to be able to run the RI offline.
7. Click the Login button.

Establishing a connection to the device

1. Go to Account > Preferences > Machine tab.

2. Select the Roast machine you would like to connect from the drop-down menu.

3. From the measurement (e.g. Gas), select Phidgets Differential Air Pressure Sensor.
   
4. Select the Type of your Differential Air Pressure Sensor: 
   • Phidget 1136
   • Phidget 1137
   • Phidget 1138
     

5. Under Hub port, select the port where your Differential Air Pressure Sensor Phidget is connected to the hub.
   VINT Hub: The channel refers to the port on the VINT Hub. For example. if the Phidget is connected to hub port 0, select 0.
   InterfaceKit: The channel refers to the InterfaceKit's Analog Inputs (i.e. ports). For example, if the Phidget is connected to Analog Input 7, select 7.

6. Click on the gear () icon to open more settings.
7. From the Phidget hub drop-down menu, select whether you use a...
   • VINT Hub
   • InterfaceKit
     
8. Define the Phidget sensor's Pressure range, in Pascal (Pa), at 0%, and at 100%.
   
9. Wireless VINT Hub (i.e. HUB5000) ONLY:
   • Enter the Hostname/IP address and Port.
     • Hostname/IP address: 
       The Hostname/IP address can be identified after connecting the wireless VINT Hub to a network. 
     • Port: 5661
       
10. Click OK, then Save to confirm the changes. The RI requires a restart to apply the settings.

If the setup was successful, you will be able to see sensor's values on the right-hand side of the RI screen, after the restart.

Troubleshooting

If you cannot see the measurement, please check the following: 

• Is the Phidget 1136/1137/1138 connected to the VINT Hub/InterfaceKit? 
• Is the VINT Hub/InterfaceKit connected to the computer?
• Have you selected the correct port from channel?
• Is the Phidgets22 driver installed?
• Mac only: has the Phidgets driver been enabled in the Mac's Security & Privacy settings?

For further assistance, please create a support ticket by clicking the Support button in the left lower corner of the app. A Cropster support rep will get in touch with you.

Congratulations! You have successfully set up your Phidget 1136/1137/1138!

Thanks for being a Cropster customer! If you have feedback, questions, or concerns, please feel free to send it to your representative or directly to support.cropster.com.

We design and make alterations to our software based on user feedback, so we look forward to seeing what you have to say!