BACnet Basics

BACnet is the number one HVACR communication protocol. This presentation is intended for those who would like to learn more about BACnet. The presentation is done from a VFD's perspective of BACnet. The following are examples of questions that will be answered: What is BACnet? Why did the industry move to BACnet? What are some tips and tricks for technicians to properly integrate a VFD onto a BACnet network? What type of information can BACnet provide? Why is BACnet key to an intelligent Building Automation System? 00:00 Introduction 01:03 Agenda 02:03 Layers of BACnet equipment/devices 04:01 Status of buildings and equipment 08:57 What is BACnet 12:37 ABB's history with BACnet 13:50 MS/TP and IP 16:38 Tips for techs 21:50 Control vs Monitor 25:33 Object types 29:13 Which objects to monitor 32:28 Leveraging BACnet services 35:50 ACH580 BACnet setup 37:14 Troubleshooting 39:30 Summary