Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS), a supplier of ductless and ducted Mini-split and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) heat-pump and air-conditioning systems, announces the launch of the expanded Building Connect+, a new version of the cloud-based controls and monitoring platform.
Building Connect+ is a pre-engineered, cloud-based secure controls and monitoring platform for controlling and managing CITY MULTI systems as well as third-party devices with BACnet connectivity. Well-suited for commercial and multi-family applications, the platform reduces initial installation and pairing costs while reducing commissioning time through the use of a web-based portal. The platform requires no programming, special software or licenses to control and monitor units and devices. Building Connect+ uses an on-site panel (BCP-200) to connect the central controllers and third-party equipment to the cloud-based platform. The panel can auto-discover and seamlessly connect up to four Centralized Controllers, 200 indoor units and 10 BACnet devices. For ease of use, one or multiple panels can be added under a single cloud account to increase connectable units, expand remote access across multiple locations and expand the number of users connected.
Building Connect+ users have access to user-customizable dashboards for the User Management console, VRF system overview, BACnet equipment overview, Maintenance Tool Data, Alarming, Scheduling, Trending, and Auto Changeover Set-up.
Other Building Connect+ system features include:
- Secure cloud-based connectivity that simplifies deployment while maintaining site security
- Event logs to track events, resolution and actors
- Auto Import functionality identifies and adds new units when connected
- Available pre-programmed applications such as Y-Series Auto Changeover to simplify use and operations
- A hierarchical user management process for managing user access and permissions
- Local and remote web connectivity via computers, tablets or mobile devices
- Alarm notifications and display for any or all connected equipment
- Unit, group and system scheduling capabilities provide for personal comfort and increased efficiency
- Real-time data trending and export capabilities for use with system performance review and evaluation
The pre-programmed Building Connect+ panel’s configuration wizard automatically discovers connected equipment and uses a graphical interface to simplify installation, configuration and web connectivity. This eliminates the need for custom engineering services, special tools, additional programs or licenses. An optional Advanced Input/Output Module with user programmable logic statements allows users to connect with up to eight auxiliary devices such as vents, dampers or lighting for integration. Four advanced input/output modules can be connected to the panel to integrate a maximum of 32 auxiliary devices using analog and digital signals.