Schuilenburg with Ethernet port - Roasting Intelligence Setup (Beta)

Table of Contents

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

Roast machines refurbished by Schuilenburg with a Unitronics PLC and Ethernet port are currently in the Beta stage of development at Cropster. To access this integration, please register for beta testing by completing the form provided here.

Specifications

Compatible machines

Roast machines refurbished by Schuilenburg with a Unitronics PLC and Ethernet port

Requirements

Ethernet cable

Supported measurements

⚠️ The supported measurements depend on your specific machine setup.

Bean temperature [°]
Exhaust temperature [°]
Burner temperature [°]
Gas [%]
Gas control [%]
Airflow [%]
Airflow control [%]
Drum speed [%]
Drum pressure [mBar]

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.

Configuring Static IP address - 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 Use the following IP Address option.
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 as identified via the roaster's panel, but the fourth block should be 42: 10.100.0.42
- Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Leave the rest blank.
Click OK to save your changes.

Configuring a Static IP address - macOS

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.
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: The first three blocks should match your roast machine's IP address as identified via the roaster's panel, but the fourth block should be 42: 10.100.0.42
- 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 Schuilenburg PLC.
Click Select to add the connector.
Select the Gear icon in the Connector setup section to open and configure more settings.
Enter the Hostname/IP address: Enter the IP address of the roast machine.
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 Schuilenburg 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 slider controls will be displayed. To activate the slider controls, click the green toggle button.
Enable the desired slider controls and choose Schuilenburg PLC as the connector type.
(Optional) Change the order of the slider controls by using theDrag 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 static IP address configured correctly?
Is the correct IP address entered?

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

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