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      Innoenvas (via Ethernet) - Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup (alpha)

      In this article, you will learn how to connect a Innonenvas roast machine via Ethernet, to Cropster's Roasting Intelligence.

      This roast machine is currently in alpha stages at Cropster. If you haven't been invited to participate in the beta program for this integration, but you are interested in participating and testing the feature, please sign up here.

      Alpha means that we have limited experience with Innoenvas roast machine.
      Once the connection is established, you may come across some flaws in daily use. It will be necessary to share such feedback with us, so please let us know in case you come across any unexpected behaviour. We will be happy to assist in resolving any issues you may encounter or propose alternative connection options.

      The setup instructions below have yet to be confirmed by the manufacturer. Therefore, the configuration in this article may not work across the entire model range.

        Specifications

        Requirements

        • Ethernet cable

        Supported measurements

        • Bean temperature
        • Exhaust temperature

        Setting up a connection

        Via the computer 

        1. Connect the network cable to your roaster's Ethernet port 
        2. Connect the other end to the computer's Ethernet port.

        Proceed with the Network settings.

        Via the network router

        1. Connect your network cable to your roaster's Ethernet port.
        2. Connect the other end to the routers' Ethernet port.
        3. Make sure that your computer and the router are connected (via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable). 

        Proceed with the Network settings.

        Network settings

        When the roaster is connected to the computer directly, you need to set up a static IP address. 

        Identifying IP address

        Once you have connected the Innoenvas roast machine via Ethernet, you will need to identify the IP address assigned to your roast machine. Generally, the IP address can be identified via a machine's interface, by going to the Network settings/configuration.

        At Cropster, we do not have experience with the touchscreen interface, equipped on Innonenvas roast machines.

        The roast machine's manufacturer should be able to assist you in identifying the IP address of your machine. If you cannot find the IP address, please contact the roast machine's manufacturer with a picture of the machine's plate/plaque, containing the serial #, and further details about your machine.

        Static IP address configuration - Windows 7, 8, 10

        1. Go to Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center
          or enter ncpa.cpl in the Windows search field.
        2. On the left panel, click the Change adapter settings link.
        3. Identify the network adapter-icon that refers to the roast machine connection.
          If you are not sure which icon refers to the roast machine, simply disconnect and reconnect the Ethernet cable and check which icon changes its status.
        4. Right-click the network adapter and select Properties.
        5. Select the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) option and click the Properties button.
        6. Select Use the following IP Address option.
        7. Enter the specific IP Address for your roaster and replace the fourth number block with 42:
          In this example, the IP address of the Innoenvas machine is 192.168.250.1.
          • IP Address:  192.168.250.42
            Important: The first three blocks of the IP address need to match the IP address of your roaster, as identified via the roaster's panel
          • Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
          • Leave the rest blank
        8. Click the OK button to submit your changes.

        Proceed with the Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup.

          Static IP address configuration - MacOS 

          1. Go to Apple icon > System Preferences > Network.
          2. Identify the Network connection item that refers to the connection to your machine and select that item.
            If you are not sure which icon refers to the roast machine, simply disconnect and reconnect the Ethernet cable and check which icon changes its status.
          3. Open the Configure IPv4 dropdown and choose Manually.
          4. Enter the specific IP Address for your roaster and replace the fourth number block with 42:
            In this example, the IP address of the Innoenvas machine is 192.168.250.1.
            • IP Address:  192.168.250.42
              Important: The first three blocks of the IP address need to match the IP address of your roaster, as identified via the roaster's panel
            • Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
            • Leave the rest blank
          5. Click the Apply button to confirm the changes. 

          Proceed with the Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup.

            Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup

            Installing the Roasting Intelligence (RI) software

            1. Download the Roasting Intelligence from https://download.cropster.com/
            2. The Cropster installer leads you through all the installation steps.
            3. Open the RI by double-clicking the Cropster icon on the desktop
            4. Enter your username and password.
              They are the email address and password you were given to access your Cropster account on c-sar.cropster.com
            5. Check the Remember credentials box if you want to be able to run the RI offline.
            6. Click the Login button.
               

            Establishing a connection to the machine

            1. Go to Account > Preferences > Machine tab.

            2. Select the Roasting machine you would like to connect from the drop-down menu (e.g. Innoenvas TNS-8000)

            3. Select Generic Modbus over Network (TCP) from the drop-down for all measurements.

            4. Check the IP address from your roast machine's display.
              Learn more from Identifying the IP address.
            5. Click on the gear () icon to open the more settings.
            6. Copy the settings as shown in the screenshot below, and define a Hostname/IP address, and Temperature unit:
              • Hostname/IP address: Enter the IP address, as shown from the Innoenvas roast machine's display.
                In this example, the IP address of the Innoenvas machine is 192.168.250.1.

              • Temperature unit: Choose Celsius or Fahrenheit according to the temperature unit displayed from the machine's temperature readouts.

                The Hostname/IP address may differ from your machine's.

            7. Leave the empty fields as they are, then click OK.
            8. Click 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 temperature values on the right-hand side of the RI screen, after the restart.

              Learn how to customize your RI user preferences. 

              Troubleshooting

              If the RI indicates No source connected and/or you cannot see any measurements, please check the following: 

              • Is the IP address correct?
              • Is the static IP address set up?

              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 the Cropster Roasting Intelligence!

              Check out our Getting started video and enjoy tracking your first roasts! 

              More manuals and videos can be found on help.cropster.com.