Cogen - Roasting Intelligence setup

Table of Contents

Specifications Compatible machines Requirements Supported measurements Identifying the IP address Setting up a connection Via the computer Via the network router Network settings Static IP address configuration - Windows 10,11 Static IP address configuration - macOS Roasting Intelligence Setup Installing the Roasting Intelligence software Establishing a connection to the machine Troubleshooting

Specifications

Compatible machines

Cogen C2, C6, C15 models with Ethernet port, manufactured before 2025
Cogen C2, C6, C15, C30 models with Ethernet port, manufactured 2025 onwards

Requirements

Ethernet cable

Supported measurements

⚠️ Prior to configuring measurements, please verify your machine model and the manufacturing date.

Machine models	Supported measurements
Cogen C2, C6, C15 models manufactured before 2025	Bean temperature [°] Drum temperature [°] Gas [Level 0-10] Gas control [Level 0-10] Airflow [%] Airflow control [%] Drum pressure [Pa] Drum speed [RPM] Drum speed control [RPM]
Cogen C2, C6, C15, C30 models manufactured 2025 onwards	Bean temperature [°] Drum temperature [°] Gas [Level 1-10] Gas control [Level 1-10] Drum pressure [Pa] Drum pressure control [Pa] Drum speed [RPM] Drum speed control [RPM]

Identifying the IP address

By default, the roast machine's IP address is dynamic (DHCP).

The current IP address is shown on the HMI panel.
The roast machine's IP address can be set to a Static IP address.

Setting up a connection

Via the computer

Connect the network cable to your roaster's Ethernet port
Connect the other end to the computer's Ethernet port.
Proceed with the Network settings.

Via the network router

Connect your network cable to your roaster's Ethernet port.
Connect the other end to the router's Ethernet port.
Ensure your computer and the router are connected (via wifi or Ethernet cable).
Proceed with the Roasting Intelligence setup.

Network settings

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

Static IP address configuration - Windows 10,11

Navigate to the Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center or Network and Internet > Network Sharing Center.
Click Change adapter settings.
Identify the Network connection item that refers to the connection to your machine and select that item.
To identify the roasting machine, unplug and reconnect the Ethernet cable to see which icon updates.
Right-click on WiFi or Local Area Connection.
Click Properties.
Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
Click Properties.
Select the Use the following IP Address option.
Enter the specific IP Address for your roaster and replace the fourth number block with 42:
- IP Address: 10.10.109.42*
  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.
Click the OK button to submit your changes.

Static IP address configuration - macOS

Navigate to> System Preferences > Network
Identify the Network connection item that refers to the connection to your machine and select that item.
To identify the roasting machine, unplug and reconnect the Ethernet cable to see which icon updates.
Click on Details...
Open the TCP/IP section and choose Manually next to Configure IPv4.
Enter the specific IP Address for your roaster and replace the fourth number block with 42:
- IP Address: 10.10.109.42*
  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
Click the OK button to confirm the changes.

Roasting Intelligence Setup

Installing the Roasting Intelligence software

Download Roasting Intelligence.
Complete the installation process by following the steps provided.
Double-click the Cropster icon on your desktop to access Roasting Intelligence.
Click the green Login with the browser button.
You will be directed to the C-sar browser.
Enter your Username* and Password* and click the green Sign in with password button.
Use the same credentials that you use to access the online platform C-sar.

Establishing a connection to the machine

The images below are for reference and may vary slightly from your screen.

Important details to keep in mind:

Before you start configuring your roast machine, ensure that you have added it via the online platform C-sar.
Only click Save after you've completed all settings in Roasting Intelligence.

SelectPreferences > Machine > Configuration
To choose the Roast machine, click on the dropdown menu in the Machine section.
Click the + Add connector option to choose your connector from the dropdown list.
Select Cogen PLC from the dropdown.
If the Cogen PLC connector is selected, the temperature interpolation option is available. ⚠️ It is only effective if the Version setting is set to Version 1.
Click Select to add the connector.
Click the Gear icon in the Connector setup section to open and configure more settings.
Select the Version:
- Select Version 1 for machines manufactured before 2025.
- Select Version 2 for machines manufactured 2025 onwards.
Enter the IP address and click OK.
Navigate to the Machine > Measurements tab. All supported measurements will be displayed.
To activate the measurements, click the green toggle button.
Enable the desired measurements and choose Cogen PLC as the connector type.
(Optional) Change the order of the measurements by using theDrag and drop icon and move it into position.
Navigate to the Machine > Slider controls tab.
To activate the controls, click the green toggle button. Enable the controls you wish to activate.
Choose Cogen PLC as the connector type.
(Optional) Change the order of the Slider controls by using the Drag and drop icon and move it into position.
Click Save to finalize the changes.
Restart Roasting Intelligence. If the setup was successful, you will see the temperature values displayed on the right-hand side of the screen following the restart.

Learn more about the Roasting Intelligence Preferences.

Troubleshooting

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

Is the IP address correct?
Check if your roaster has a preassigned IP or requires DHCP.
Ensure that the correct Version has been selected, depending on your machine manufacturing year.

If you have further questions, feedback, or concerns, please submit a support ticket directly from support.cropster.com.

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