Applications

Event Builder

 output graphs to the screen, printer, or tab separated value for spreadsheets.
 plot dynamic point values to monitor changes.
 plot historical and dynamic data on the same graph.
 plot historical trend data that is already collected by the Insight software.
 take a snapshot of a graph for future analysis.
 zoom in on a specific time range.

Event Builder
The Event Builder application allows you to define zones, events, and BACnet
Command Objects in your building system. Zones are the building resources (room,
floor) that you can schedule, and events are the activities in your building that allow the
HVAC equipment associated with the zone to be commanded to various states
You can also use the Event builder to program the optimization of a zone and BACnet
Command Object. By adding Start/Stop Time Optimization (SSTO) logic to the zone,
you can conserve energy by starting heating or cooling as late as possible prior to
occupancy and stopping heating or cooling as early as possible prior to vacancy. Night
operation can also be defined.
You can use the Event Builder to do the following:
 define, modify, copy, and delete zones
 define, modify, and delete event definitions
 define, modify, and delete BACnet Command Objects
 enable and define zone and BACnet Command Object Start/Stop Time
Optimization (SSTO)

Global Commander
The Global Commander application allows you to issue a single command to be
applied to a selected group of points in the building system. For example, you can
command a set of Terminal Equipment Controller (TECs) subpoints to a specific value
in a single operation. You use the Global Commander to:
 command the value of a group of BACnet FLN devices, TEC, LTEC, UC, or
Equipment Scheduling zone subpoints
 initialize a group of BACnet FLN devices, TECs or LTECs
 release a group of BACnet FLN devices, TEC, LTEC, UC, or Equipment
Scheduling zone subpoints
 set the command priority for a group of logical points
 update the initial values of a group of BACnet FLN devices, TECs or LTECs

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Graphics

Graphics
The Graphics application allows you to create color graphics of your facility and
equipment for point monitoring and point commanding. You can use Graphics to:
 acknowledge alarms from points on your graphics
 add dynamic point information to graphics
 arrange and align multiple controls displayed in the dynamic graphic in rows and
columns of the Graphics main window
 associate a point with an object that represents the points and points in alarm
 command points to new values
 create a graphic tree with graphic alarm links
 create an advanced link to a file, email address, Web link, or object and/or
application you would like to associate with the graphic link
 create and edit color graphics of your building control system
 create enhanced graphic controls such as gauges and charts
 create, customize, and associate BACnet FLN Device, TEC or LTEC graphics
 drag-and-drop from a graphic to another graphic with Graphic Editor
 import Navigator Application Library
 link graphic files (objects) together
 monitor points in your building
 navigate to alarms on your graphics
 navigate up and down your graphics tree
 print the graphic control
 select Multiple Graphics Controls
 transfer and import/export graphic files
 view your graphic tree
 zoom in and out on portions of you graphics
The following diagram illustrates the main functionality for using the Graphics
application. However, depending upon your situation you may only be responsible for
monitoring and commanding points, and will have no input into creating the graphic
drawing. Also, the order of the functions can be somewhat varied. For example, you
can modify the display properties for the background drawing anytime after you have
inserted it into the Graphics application. On the other hand, you cannot begin
associating background objects to points until you have changed the display to
Dynamic Mode.

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Object Selector

Object Selector
The Object Selector allows you to retrieve a list of the objects available for use with
other Insight applications. An object is an entry in your database, which you can use
with Insight applications. With Object Selector, you can:
 browse the list of objects
 select the objects you need
 bring them to the application you are working in
The Object Selector is divided into two sections:
 The Look In Section allows you to display, select, and bring objects to the
application you are working in.
 The Find Objects That Match These Criteria section allows you to select your own
criteria to search the Insight database for a list of objects that displays in the list
box section.

Point Details
The Point Details application is used to view information about a logical point defined in
your building system. Point Details displays the following information about a logical
point:
 Point definition information describes the characteristics of the point and is entered
in the Point Editor application. For example, the point definition includes the point
name, description, address, and alarm characteristics.
 Point status information may vary for a point as changes occur in the building
system. For example, a point state could be an alarm state of a temperature point
and a point value could be the temperature sensed by a space temperature
sensor.

NOTE: If a point is not alarmable, Point Details indicates this by graying all alarm
attribute fields.

When viewing point details, note that:

 You can only view point details for one point at a time.
 You cannot change any of the information on the window. If you want to change a
point, you must edit the point definition. For more information, see the Point Editor
online help.
 The point information that appears on the window is not dynamic. If the value or
state of a point changes, you must redisplay Point Details to view this change.
 The physical address for point types, including a LENUM point, is shown in the
Physical Address(es) field.
 The command priority for FLN subpoints displays the priorities NONE, OVRD, PDL,
EMER, SMOKE, or OPER for that subpoint.

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Point Editor

NOTE:
If you want to display dynamic information for multiple points, you can display point
information blocks in the Graphics application. Point information blocks display
changes to the point state or value as they occur. For more information, see the
Graphics online help.

Point Editor
The Point Editor application enables you to enter point information into the Insight
software so that the Insight system can monitor and control the equipment connected
to the point. You can do the following with Point Editor:
 copy a point
 create a point
 delete a point
 modify a point
 open a point
 set up point alarm management

Point Group Editor

The Point Group Editor application enables you to organize the points in your system.
The following examples shows some ways of organizing your points:
 by location (rooms, buildings, floors)
 by functions (security, maintenance)
 by equipment (fans, sensors, pumps, chillers)
Grouping points allows you to organize points and create hierarchies among the
points. With groups, you don’t have to remember all the point names in your system
because you can open the group to display the contents. This is helpful when editing
databases, or interpreting changes in dynamic graphics.

NOTE:
You can’t command point groups because they don’t exist in the field panel. However,
you can always display the points in a group and command them individually.

Point Summary Report

The Point Summary Report application enables you to create reports by selecting field
panels, and choosing the fields that will display in the report. In addition, you can
export a report from the Point Summary Report application to a Microsoft Excel
spreadsheet application. From Excel, you can modify the report, save the report as an
Excel worksheet, and print the report.

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Program Editor

NOTE:
You can't save a report in the Point Summary Report application itself—once you
close the Point Summary Report application, the report information is not stored. To
work around this, either print the report or export the report data to Microsoft Excel
and save it from there.

The Point Summary Report application allows you to:

 create a new report.
 create labels for TECs using Microsoft Excel.
 export report data to a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet.
 print a report.

Program Editor
The Program Editor application enables you to create control programs with the
Powers Process Control Language (PPCL). PPCL is the programming language used
to write field panel control programs for building control and energy management
functions. PPCL consists of various types of statements, each performing a different
task. Put together, these statements become ordered instructions called control
programs, which are executed at the field panel. These control programs instruct the
field panel on how to perform calculations, evaluate control strategies, perform time-
based actions, and command points.

CAUTION

A change in just one line of a PPCL program can affect the operation and
performance of an entire system. Any changes to PPCL programs should be carefully
considered. Inexperienced users should not attempt to apply PPCL programs to
building control.

The Program Editor allows you to:

 assign colors, fonts, and font sizes to different elements of a program.
 bookmark specific program lines.
 build statements using the command assist feature.
 compile a single program line or the entire program.
 copy or move program lines.
 create a new program.
 enable and disable program lines in a field panel.
 enable and disable the display of a point's current value in the tooltip.
 import and export programs between databases (for example, program libraries).
 modify or delete existing programs.
 open an existing program.
 open multiple programs.
 renumber program lines automatically.
 search for text in a program.

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Remote Notification

Before you begin using the Program Editor, you should complete the following tasks:
 Obtain formal instruction in PPCL programming.
 Be familiar with the equipment controlled by the PPCL program and understand the
configuration of the equipment installed in your facility. For information on viewing
the setup of your building control network, see the System Profile online help.
 Understand how points are set up in your system and how changes to PPCL code
will affect the operation of these points. Identify any points associated with life
safety, fire, or smoke control and take any necessary precautions when working
with these types of points. Also, identify any points that influence the operation of
other points and evaluate how a change will affect these points and take any
necessary precautions.

Remote Notification
The Remote Notification Option application allows Insight to send alarm and event
information to external devices. These devices can be alphanumeric pagers, numeric
pagers, phones, SMS, or e-mail (includes cellphones enabled with Internet service).
Once a notification is sent, a contact responds to the notification. A contact is a
potential notification candidate for alarms and events, and has devices by which to be
notified if these conditions arise. Remote Notification Option can run at either an
Insight Server or Client workstation, and it runs independently of Insight operation.

CAUTION

If you install a Remote Notification Option server on an Insight client, verify that the
Insight RENOServer service is not running (set to disabled) on the Insight database
server. If it is, you will receive duplicate notifications.

Remote Notification includes the following features:

 ability to add new wireless carriers, modify, and delete existing wireless carriers.
 ability to provide SMS via text message
 adding multiple E-Mail Addresses
 alarm escalation
 device grouping
 integration with other notification systems and third party devices
 manual notification
 notification for all points within the APOGEE database, regardless of origin (for
example, BACnet or other system points that don’t reside in an APOGEE field
panel)
 notification for BLN events
 notification for Standard and Enhanced alarms, and the ability to customize
notification for each alarm level
 support for calling into the system to hear and stop notification
 the ability to stop and restart escalation

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Report Builder/Viewer

How Remote Notification Works

Remote Notification Option allows the Insight software to send alarm and event
information to external devices. These devices are alphanumeric pagers, numeric
pagers, phones, SMS, or e-mail (includes cellphones enabled with Internet service).
An alarm is a way for the Insight software to notify you that the value of a point in your
building system is outside of its normal operating range. An event can be a Building
Level Network (BLN) failure, panel failure, a device return from failure, etc.

NOTE: Remote Notification Option excludes Insight failures.

Remote Notification Option can run even while no one is logged onto the system,
which allows notifications to be sent whether or not an operator is logged on. Once a
notification is sent, contacts respond to the notification. A contact is a potential
notification candidate for alarms and events, and can have devices by which to be
notified if these conditions arise. Contacts will only be notified for points for which they
have at least Read Only access.

NOTE:
Responding to notification indicates that the contact has received Remote Notification
Option. It does not mean that the contact has acted on whatever caused the alarm or
event.

Report Builder/Viewer
The Report Builder application allows you to customize predefined reports. A report
displays information about your building system. You can use reports as a reference or
as a troubleshooting mechanism. The Insight product offers a wide range of reports
designed to give you specific information concerning your building system. For a
detailed list of all available reports, see the Report Builder online help.
When you select a report type, Report Builder opens the report definition for the report
you want to create. You can configure each section within the report definition to
ensure the report gives you the information you need. Once you have configured the
report definition, you can save the report definition for later use, and run the report.
Report Builder allows you to:
 create report definitions
 open multiple report definitions to modify or run
 schedule report definitions to run at defined times using the Scheduler application.
For more information on scheduling, see the Scheduler online help.
The Report Viewer application allows you to display previously-saved report definitions
on the screen, printer, file, or e-mail. To view reports on your screen, you must check
the Screen check box in the Output section of the report definition.
When you run a report definition configured to output on the screen, the Report Viewer
opens and displays the report based on the information you provided in the report
definition. Report Viewer also allows you print a report, export the report to a file, or e-
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Scheduler

You can run a report from within the Report Builder or click from the Insight Main
Menu and select a report definition to run.
Report Viewer allows you to:
 copy report data to the clipboard
 enable and disable the display of a point's current value in the tooltip
 export report data to a file
 export report data to a file and then send the file as an e-mail attachment
 print a report
 view a report

Scheduler
The Scheduler application allows you to schedule zones, events, reports, and trend
collections on the Insight calendar. Schedules contain start and stop times for
equipment events and zones and start times for reports and trend collections.
The Scheduler application also allows you to edit schedules and calendars in BACnet
devices. You can add, modify, or delete BACnet objects in both native Siemens
BACnet field panels and in third-party field panels. All schedule and calendar objects
for Siemens BACnet field panels are stored in Insight database.

NOTE: Third-party BACnet field panels must be online to edit, view, or delete
schedules or calendars.

The Scheduler allows you to:

 ability to optimize the BACnet schedules
 add, modify, or remove exception schedules
 add special assignments:
– day shifts
– replacement days
– TOD special days and holidays
 configure BACnet schedules through the Basic as well as Advanced BACnet
Schedule Properties dialog box
 edit schedules and calendars in devices
 filter schedule by type and your access level
 schedule events, zones, reports and trend collections using the following
information:
– date started
– time started
– time ended (zones and events only)
– number of days spanned (zones and events only)
– frequency with which an event is repeated
– the term (until a date, for a number of weeks or days, continuously)

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System Activity Log

 override event and zone schedules

 schedule reports to automatically produce daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, end-of-
month, and end-of-quarter reports. Reports are sent to a designated printer, or a
file that can be imported into a spreadsheet using a macro.
 schedule trend data collections to the workstation for trend data storage and
reporting.
 support SSTO (an energy optimization application) to optimize BACnet schedules
 view details of Schedules, Objects, Notes and Legend
 view schedules in Daily, Weekly, Replacement Days and Timeline Views

System Activity Log

The System Activity Log application allows you to monitor and print reports about the
activities that are logged in your system, including BACnet information. The types of
activity include: alarm acknowledgment, object changes, data uploads and downloads,
logon and logoff activity, and more. You can determine which information to display on
your screen or send to your printer.

NOTE: The Insight software also includes a System Activity Log report that allows
you to collect alarm, system, and user information stored by the System Activity Log
application and generate a report that can be scheduled using the available
Scheduler Report option.

NOTE: You can configure the amount of data stored in the System Activity Log using
the project settings in System Profile. For more information, see the System Profile
online help.

System Profile
The System Profile application gives you graphical, system-wide control for defining,
configuring, and maintaining your entire building control network. You can use the
System Profile application to:
 add BACnet FLN devices, BIMs, DPUs, MPUs, PXMs, TECs, and UCs to the FLN
 add BLNs to the MLN
 add field panels to the BLN
 add Insight workstations to the MLN
 add LTECs to an FLN on an MBC that supports LONWORKS® technology
 add modems and establish their remote connections to an Insight workstation or a
field panel
 auto logon to 64-bit operating systems using the Insight Definition dialog box in the
application
 configure a BACnet MS/TP FLN from the BACnet Field Panel Definition and MS/TP
FLN Settings dialog boxes
 configure a MS/TP network that may support up to ninety-six MS/TP devices
 configure and control alarm destinations and communications

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