How to adjust parameters of a Sentera device?
All parameters of Sentera devices can be read and adjusted via Modbus RTU communication. These parameters can be subdivided into Input registers and Holding registers. Input registers are read-only. They contain information that can be read, but they cannot be modified. For example, this information can show the current temperature and humidity levels. These parameters cannot be modified because they are the actual value of what is being measured.
The values of the Holding registers can be changed. Settings that determine the functionality of the device are usually included in the Holding registers. For example, the values of the minimum damper position angle and the maximum damper position angel can be set in the Holding registers, alongside other numerous parameters, depending on the type of your device.
For a complete overview of all parameters, consult the Modbus register map of the device.
To facilitate configuration and monitoring of your Sentera device, we advise you to use one of following options:
3SM software
This software is completely free and it can be downloaded on our website. It allows you to monitor or configure Sentera devices. You can install the 3SModbus software and connect your Sentera device(s) to your computer. We advise you to use the CNVT-USB-RS485-V2 converter to connect your Sentera device(s) to the computer. The CNVT-USB-RS485-V2 converter serves as a gateway between the Sentera devices and the USB port of the computer. The connected devices are automatically detected and visualised. However, if you would like to see and access all of the connected devices simultaneously, you have to change their slave addresses since new connected devices always have address “1” by default. When you click on the visualised device, you can access the Holding registers and Input registers of the device. The slave address can be changed in the Holding registers, along with other numerous parameter settings. By clicking on them, you can monitor or change the parameter settings. The Input registers are read-only and their parameters can only be monitored, whilst the parameters of the Holding registers can be modified.
SenteraWeb
You can monitor, adjust and log your connected products with our online HVAC portal SenteraWeb. Via a Sentera internet gateway, you can connect Sentera device(s) to SenteraWeb. You can use the Sentera internet gateway for Wi-Fi connection or for connection through a LAN cable. The Sentera internet gateway serves as a gateway between the Sentera devices and the SenteraWeb cloud environment. SenteraWeb gives you the opportunity to connect multiple devices simultaneously.
You can monitor, adjust and log your connected products with our online HVAC portal SenteraWeb. Via a Sentera internet gateway, you can connect Sentera device(s) to SenteraWeb. You can use the Sentera internet gateway for Wi-Fi connection or for connection through a LAN cable. The Sentera internet gateway serves as a gateway between the Sentera devices and the SenteraWeb cloud environment. SenteraWeb gives you the opportunity to connect multiple devices simultaneously.
You can use SenteraWeb via a standard web browser (e.g. Google Chrome, MS Edge etc.) without the need to install additional software on your computer. You can connect to your installation remotely by just using a web browser and an internet connection. Brand new products and products with the latest firmware versions can also be connected to SenteraWeb since it is an online platform, which uses the most recent databases. Additionally, the connected devices can even undergo firmware updates. The parameters of the connected products are visually presented in SenteraWeb. The Input registers are ready-only and cannot be modified, while the Holding registers can be adjusted according to your desired values. An overview of all parameters of our devices is available for download on the page of each product on our website.
When the installation is configured, you can choose to remove the internet gateway and use the installation stand-alone. However, by choosing to continue using the internet gateway, you can take advantage of additional features and functions that are only available in SenteraWeb. Some of these benefits are:
• The opportunity to log measured values and input register data. The logged data is presented in a diagram that can be downloaded as a csv file.
• You can combine the most essential data in a dashboard according to your preferences. There is one dashboard for each of your installations, which is available to all users and configurators who have access to the installation.
• You have the option to receive an alert message via email or SMS in case threshold values are exceeded.
• You can make use of the day-week scheduler in SenteraWeb that allows you to set specific value ranges at certain moments of the day / week and overrule other output values for some predefine time.
Sensistant configurator
If you do not want to use a computer to configure your Sentera device, SENSISTANT is the perfect option for you. SENSISTANT is a Modbus configurator that can be connected to a Sentera HVAC sensor or fan speed controller, enabling you to adjust the settings of the device. SENSISTANT requires 24 VDC supply voltage. You can connect the supply voltage and Modbus communication with an RJ45 connector. Sentera offers 24 VDC power supplies with a combination of terminal blocks and RJ45 sockets, which makes them easy to connect. Bear in mind that only one device at a time can be configured with SENSISTANT.
If you do not want to use a computer to configure your Sentera device, SENSISTANT is the perfect option for you. SENSISTANT is a Modbus configurator that can be connected to a Sentera HVAC sensor or fan speed controller, enabling you to adjust the settings of the device. SENSISTANT requires 24 VDC supply voltage. You can connect the supply voltage and Modbus communication with an RJ45 connector. Sentera offers 24 VDC power supplies with a combination of terminal blocks and RJ45 sockets, which makes them easy to connect. Bear in mind that only one device at a time can be configured with SENSISTANT.
When SENSISTANT is connected, it is ready to use. You can configure the parameters of a Sentera device via the touchscreen of SENSISTANT. A firmware update or update of the SENSISTANT libraries may be required when connecting the most recent products. In such case, SENSISTANT needs to be returned to Sentera for the updates.
