Description
The Johnson Controls MS-NAE4510-2 is a Network Automation Engine (NAE) within their Metasys building automation system. It’s a networking device that acts as a communication hub, managing and monitoring multiple devices and subsystems in a building. Here’s a breakdown of the MS-NAE4510-2’s key features and functionalities:
Features:
- Network Automation Engine: Central communication point for BACnet MS/TP devices on a network segment within a Metasys system.
- BACnet MS/TP Communication: Communicates with BACnet devices using the BACnet MS/TP protocol, enabling data exchange.
- Supervision and Monitoring: Tracks the status of connected devices, collects data, and identifies potential issues within the building automation system.
- Scheduling and Control (possible): May enable scheduling and control of various building systems based on programmed logic and user inputs (capability might depend on the specific model revision).
- Data Logging and Trending (possible): Might record and store data from connected devices for historical trend analysis, optimizing building performance, and identifying energy-saving opportunities (availability depends on revision).
- Web Interface (possible): May offer a web interface for remote access, configuration, and monitoring (availability varies based on revision).
- Enhanced Capabilities (compared to MS-NAE3510-2):
- Third-Party Network Support: Supports connections to two third-party communication protocols (like Modbus RTU or TCP, M-Bus, or KNX) for integrating devices that don’t use BACnet.
- Increased BACnet Object Capacity: May support a larger number of BACnet objects (data points) compared to the MS-NAE3510-2, enabling handling of more complex systems.
Applications:
- Building Automation Systems (BAS): Core component in Metasys BAS for managing and controlling various building systems like HVAC, lighting, fire safety, and access control.
- Centralized Monitoring: Provides a central point to monitor the health and performance of various building subsystems.
- Data Acquisition: Collects data from connected devices for analysis, troubleshooting, and optimizing building operations.
- Integration with Other Systems: Can potentially integrate with other building management systems or external applications, especially due to third-party network support.
