Sivetz SRM models with Click PLC or Productivity PLC with Gas control - Roasting Intelligence Setup (Beta)

Table of Contents

Specifications Compatible machines Requirements Supported measurements Setting up a connection Via the computer 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

Sivetz SRM models with Click PLC or Productivity PLC with Gas control are currently in the Beta stage of development at Cropster. To access this integration, please register for Beta testing by completing the provided form here.

Specifications

Compatible machines

Sivetz SRM with Click PLC or Productivity PLC

Requirements

Ethernet cable

Supported measurements

Bean temperature [°]
Exhaust temperature [°]
Inlet temperature [°]
Gas [%]
Gas control [%]
Airflow [%]

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.

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 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 adapter icon that refers to the roast machine connection.
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:
The default IP address of SRM-model machines is 10.0.0.100.
- IP Address: 10.0.0.42
  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.
Leave the rest blank.
Click the OK button to submit your changes.

Static IP address configuration - macOS

Creating a new network location

Navigate to > System Settings > 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.
Navigate to the "..." icon > Locations.
Select Edit Locations.
Create a new location by clicking the + icon and name it after your machine, e.g., Sivetz.
Click Done to submit your changes.
The status next to the network connection item will change to Not connected. After setting the Static IP address, the status will say Connected again.

Static IP configuration

Make sure the Network connection item that refers to the connection to your machine is still selected.
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:
The default IP address of SRM-model machines is 10.0.0.100.
- IP Address: 10.0.0.42
  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 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 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 Sivetz PLC from the dropdown.
💡If the Sivetz PLC connector is selected, the temperature interpolation option is available.
Click Select to add the connector.
Navigate to the Machine > Configuration tab and select the Gear icon in the Connector setup section to open and configure more settings.
Select the Version:
- Click PLC
- Productivity PLC
Enter the Hostname/IP address (The default for this roast machine is 10.0.0.100.) and select the Temperature unit (Fahrenheit or Celsius).
Click OK.
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 Sivetz 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. All supported controls will be displayed. To activate the Gas control, click the green toggle button.
Choose Sivetz PLC as the connector type.
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 static IP address configured correctly?
Does the IP address of your roaster differ from the default?

⚠️ When using Replay Assist:

Do not use any other temperature-controlling software in parallel. Any gas changes from a concurrent client disable Replay Assist for the remainder of the roast.

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

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