RCE Automatyka With Mitsubishi PLC - Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup (Beta)
This manual covers the connection of RCE Automatyka With Mitsubishi PLC models with ethernet port to Cropster's Roasting Intelligence.
Table of Contents
This roast machine is currently in the Beta stage of development at Cropster.
To access this integration, please register for Beta testing by completing the provided form here.
Beta testing involves the evaluation of new features by a limited group of users to uncover potential minor issues that may not be apparent during internal testing.
Your feedback is crucial in helping us improve the functionality of our product. 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.
Specifications
Requirements
- Ethernet cable
Supported measurements
- Bean temperature
- Exhaust temperature
- Gas
- Airflow
- Drum Speed
Controls
- Gas control
- Airflow control
- Drum speed control
Setting up a connection
Via the computer
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- 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.
Setting up a connection
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, 11
- Navigate to the Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center or Network and Internet > Network Sharing Center.
- Click Change adapter settings.
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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. - Right-click on WiFi or Local Area Connection.
- Click Properties.
- Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
- Click Properties.
- Select Use the following IP Address option.
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Click on Use the following IP Address and enter only the following:
- IP Address - the first three blocks should match your roast machine's IP address, but the fourth block should be 42: 172.30.30.42
- Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
- Leave the rest blank.
- Click OK to save your changes.
- Proceed with the Roasting Intelligence setup.
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.
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Click on Details…
- Open the TCP/IP section and choose Manually next to Configure IPv4
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Enter the specific IP Address for your roaster and replace the fourth number block with 42:
- IP Address: The first three blocks should match your roast machine's IP address, but the fourth block should be 42: 172.30.30.42
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Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
- Click OK.
- Proceed with the Roasting Intelligence setup.
Roasting Intelligence Setup
Installing the Roasting Intelligence software
- Download the custom version of Roasting Intelligence depending on your computer's operating system.
- Complete the installation process by following the steps provided.
- Double-click the Cropster icon on your desktop to access RI.
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Click the green Login with the browser button.
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You will be directed to the C-sar browser.
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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 slightly differ 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.
- Select
Preferences > Machine > Configuration - Choose the RCE Automatyka with Mitsubishi PLC roast machine by clicking on the dropdown menu in the Machine section.
- Click the + Add connector option to choose your connector from the dropdown list.
- Select RCE Coffee PLC from the dropdown.
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Click Select to add the connector.
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Click the Gear icon in the Connector setup section.
- Select the Version: Version 2.
- Enter the IP address of the roaster.
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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 RCE Coffee PLC as the connector type.
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(Optional) Change the order of the measurements by using the
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Drag and Drop icon and move it into position.
- Navigate to the Machine > Slider controls tab.
- To activate the controls, click the toggle button. Enable the controls you wish to activate.
- Choose RCE Coffee 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.
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Click Save.
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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.
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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 static IP address configured correctly?
- Is the correct IP address, according to the machine type, entered?
- Is the correct Version selected?
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.