Diedrich IR- and CR-models with ZII automation software & CR-models with Z2.5 automation software (Cropster Replay Assist Ready) - Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup

This manual covers the connection of the (Cropster Replay Assist Ready) CR- and IR-model Diedrich roast machines equipped with ZII automation, and CR-models with Z2.5 automation to Cropster's Roasting Intelligence.

Table of Contents

Specifications Requirements Supported measurements Setting up a connection Network settings Static IP address configuration - Windows 7, 8, 10 Static IP address configuration - macOS Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup Installing the Roasting Intelligence (RI) software Establishing a connection to the machine Troubleshooting

Specifications

Requirements

Ethernet cable(s)
Ethernet switch, or router
Cropster Replay Assist Ready*
- HMI software version with a "_C" ending
- PLC software version ends with a "_C" ending

A Diedrich is Cropster Replay Assist Ready when a "Cropster Replay" button is shown from the machine's HMI display.

Supported measurements

Depending on your roast machine's model, year, and the Diedrich sensor package included with the machine, you may or may not be able to track these measurements.

Bean temperature
Exhaust temperature*
Inlet temperature*
Drum temperature*
Airflow (%)
Airflow Control (%)
Gas (%)
Gas Control (%)

Setting up a connection

Diedrich CR-series roast machines (after 2018) are equipped with an Ethernet switch, while IR-series (ZII automation only) roast machines will be equipped with an Ethernet router.

CR-series (ZII/Z2.5 automation)

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

IR-series (ZII automation)

Connect the network cable to the Ethernet port of the roaster's Ethernet router.
Connect the other end to the computer's Ethernet port.
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.

Static IP address configuration - Windows 7, 8, 10

Navigate to the Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center or Network and Internet > Network Sharing Center.
Click Change adapter settings.
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.
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.
Leave the rest blank.

Static IP address configuration - macOS

Navigate to> System Settings > Network
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.
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.
Proceed with the Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup.

Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup

Installing the Roasting Intelligence (RI) software

Download RI.
Complete the installation process by following the steps provided.
Double-click the Cropster icon on your desktop to access RI.
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.

Before you begin configuring your roast machine, ensure that you have added it via the online platform C-sar.

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 Diedrich PLC from the dropdown.
Click Select to add the connector.
Navigate to the Machine > Measurements tab. All supported measurements will be displayed.
To activate the measurements, simply click the green toggle button.
Enable the desired measurements and choose Diedrich 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 > Controls tab.
To activate the controls, simply click the green toggle button. Enable the controls you wish to activate.
Choose Diedrich 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.
Navigate to the Machine > Configuration tab and click on the Gear icon in the Connector setup section to open and configure more settings.
Select the Version from the dropdown menu:
- ZII/Z2.5 - IR series
- ZII/Z2.5 - CR series
Enter the IP address of the roast machine.
The default for Diedrich roasters is: 192.168.251.202
Click OK.
Click Save to finalize the changes.

After saving the changes, RI will automatically restart. If the setup was successful, you will see the temperature values displayed on the right-hand side of the RI screen following the restart.

Learn more about the Roasting Intelligence (RI) Preferences and roasting with the Control and Replay Assist features.

On Diedrich IR models, Airflow control is limited to 0%, 50% and 100% only. Any airflow settings in between won't be taken into account.

When controlling gas and airflow from Roasting Intelligence (RI), the values on the Diedrich HMI change with a delay of several seconds; this only affects the display of the values. The roast machine reacts to gas and airflow changes from RI, usually within 1-2 seconds.

Troubleshooting

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

Is the static IP address configured correctly?
Does the IP address of your roaster differ from the default?
Is the Ethernet cable connected to the switch or router of the roasting machine?
Do not connect it to the Ethernet port of the roaster's HMI (touch screen).

If RI indicates Sources connected, but you cannot see any measurements, please check the following:

Is the Diedrich roast machine "Cropster Ready"?
This is indicated by the "Cropster Replay" button on the HMI display.
Do the roast machine's PLC and HMI software versions match the required versions (ending in "_C")?

The Cropster Replay button is only shown when the roast machine is in Manual mode.
Auto mode will turn the Cropster Replay button off, making the button not visible.

Are the control sliders unresponsive?
If the gas and airflow values are shown, but the roast machine does not react to changes in the control sliders in RI, verify that the Cropster Replay button is switched on.

Diedrich roast machines w/ sensor package
Depending on your roast machine's model, year, and the Diedrich sensor package included with the machine, you may or may not be able to track temperatures for Exhaust, Inlet, and/or Drum.
Learn more about how to set up Exhaust, Inlet, and Drum temperatures.

Congratulations! You have successfully set up the Cropster Roasting Intelligence.

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

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