WebAdvantage Overview WebAdvantage is an Internet-based remote monitoring service that allows you to: View real-time controller operating data Change

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1 WebAdvantage and the World Wide Web Keep You in Constant Contact 128 Bit Encryption Server Security Back-up Assured History Storage No Proprietary Software to Load Log in From Any Computer with Internet Access Notification of Alarm Events

2 WebAdvantage Overview WebAdvantage is an Internet-based remote monitoring service that allows you to: View real-time controller operating data Change all controller settings Generate custom graphs and data logs Receive automated summary reports via Receive alarm conditions via

3 WebAdvantage Overview MegaTron controllers are online all the time allowing for continual transmission of data to the WebAdvantage servers Data is stored in duplicate on two servers to ensure it is always backed up WebAdvantage allows multiple users to connect to a controller simultaneously Constant connections allow a for a summary view of all controllers at once

4 Web Based Remote Monitoring One Step Connection View Current Readings Change Settings Manage Users History Graphs and Logs Create Custom Reports Set-up Auto Reporting

5 Web Connections Options Ethernet card with a CAT-5 cable for static or DHCP internet connection (Option H1) Built-inin phone modem for dial-up Internet provider (ISP) like EarthLink and a phone line (Option H4) External cellular router connects back to the controller s Ethernet card (Option H5) BACnet TCP/IP over Ethernet MODbus TCP/IP over Ethernet Lonworks TCP/IP over Ethernet

6 Option H1: RJ-45 Through Ethernet Plug the supplied RJ-45 plug into an available CAT-5 Ethernet port Using DHCP protocol, the MegaTron communicates with the facility s computer network to obtain outside Internet access If desired, the building s network administrator may wish to assign a static IP address in lieu of using DHCP Pros - easy setup, no extra ISP charge

7 Option H4: Dial-up Modem to Internet Plug the MegaTron s phone line cable into a dedicated phone jack Program the MegaTron with the ISP login information supplied by your provider and the MegaTron will establish a connection with the Internet Requires a separate ISP (e.g., Earthlink) and an extra monthly ISP charge Use when no computer network is available or when it is necessary to bypass the facility s network

8 Option H5: Cellular Router to Internet The H5 communications option consists of a cellular router which accepts a USB style modem from your cellular provider. Requires an unlimited wireless data plan from a compatible provider (T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon) Use when no computer network is available or when it is necessary to bypass the facility s network

9 Once a MegaTron or SS is connected to the web

10 Use any Computer with Internet Access Summary Page Review Pick From All of Your Units with One Connection One Step Connection

11 Check Readings / Change Settings Review Current Conditions Change Any Setting Enter Notepad -or- Service Report Data

12 Manager Users Set-up Access to Controllers Manage Access Levels Manage Alarm Notifications

13 LXF Integration T3-Web Reports Activate our exporting PIN number Daily data transfer Instrument data displayed

14 History and Auto Reporting Create Custom Reports Establish Auto Report Intervals View Any Data

15 WebAdvantage Administration

16 Lets start by getting logged into the server. Visit Now click on the webadvantagelogin in the top left corner to bring up your login prompt.

17 Start by logging in with an account with admin rights and selecting Administration.

18 Home *Takes you back to the Home Screen Administration *Takes you to the controller/user management Group *The controller organizational folder User *This is for user account creation Access *Allows you to give a specific user controller access Transfer *enables users and controllers to be moved from one group to another

19 Adding a User Start by selecting the group that your controller resides in. Now click on the User button on the left side of the window.

20 You can now enter in the first and last name of the individual or group as well as the desired username and password. (case sensitive) There is no password character restriction but keep in mind this should be easy to guess for unwanted access. *Group Admin should be set to No unless you want the user to be able to create accounts and see every controller in the Group

21 Now click on Access. From this screen you can select the controller you wish to allow the new user access to. Once the proper controller is highlighted, click on Select User dropdown and select the desired username. You should now also specify whether the user will need admin or user level access and if they wish to receive alarms. Click Update.

22 Configuring Direct Communications When Outside Network is Blocked or Limited

23 Direct Connection is used to communicate with the controller within an isolated network or directly to a dedicated machine. This type of installation is typical when there isn t internet service available or the customers network doesn t allow outside communications.

24 Direct Connection Requirements *MegaTron or MegaTron SS with the H1 communications option *CAT-5 crossover cable or network switch *PC with Windows XP or newer (MacOS and Linux will work) *Microsoft Excel 2000 or newer (To graph or trend data logs) *Knowledge of the controller admin password (default is 0000)

25 Getting Started You will need to disable DHCP to begin entering the IP address information needed. This is done by pressing the following. *Setup/Run *Configure *Network *DHCP Select Disable then press Enter

26 Once DHCP is disabled select settings and then populate the following fields. *IP Address = *IP Mask = The other fields are not required for basic direct communications, just for webadvantage.

27 Once you have entered in the IP address information you may return to the Network Summary screen by pressing the Back button. On this screen you need to press Reset This saves the changes and restarts the communications card with the new address information.

28 Configuring your PC Windows Vista Edition Your going to want to specify a compatible IP address setting so that you can communicate with the controller once the cables are in place. To do this make these simple clicks. *Start Button *Control Panel *Network and Internet *Manage Network Connection

29 *Right Click on Local Area Connection *Left Click on Properties *Make sure IP6 is unchecked & IP4 is checked *Select IP4 and click Properties

30 *Select Use the following IP address *Input for the IP address *Input for the Subnet mask *Gateway and DNS are not needed for Direct Connect *Click OK and Apply *Now close out the windows

31 Accessing your controller You should now have a crossover cable connected between your computer and the controller or both plugged into the same network or switching device.

32 *Open your Internet Explorer *In the address bar type in the IP address of the controller *User name is admin *Factory default password is 0000 *Click OK

33 Navigating Local Mode Logs Link - Allows you to download the controller s history data logs. Comm. Link - Allows you to change the controller s communications settings. Systems Link - Allows you to real-time data and change all the controller setpoints, feed schedules, and water meter settings. Relay Links - Allows you to manually activate each relay and change the relay assignment.

34 Downloading History Click the Logs link and select the Start and End Dates of the information desired. Click SUBMIT. At the prompt, save the file to your PC. The file will be rendered in a CSV comma-separated text format that can be imported into Excel for formatting. Once the data has been imported, you can remove any unused data.

35 Uploading History Go to WebAdvantage via our home page (link is at the top left) or via bookmark Choose Classic mode, then Login with your username and password. Select your controller and choose History from the bottom of the page

36 Uploading History Choose History Upload Choose Browse and Select your latest updated History file. Choose Open in the dialog box, then choose Upload from WebAdvantage History has now been updated for viewing inside of WebAdvantage

37 Notes for Getting Your MegaTron Online Web Advantage server and website are designed to keep in constant contact with MegaTron controllers connected to the internet. The Web Advantage sever constantly downloads real time data and saves this data, for graphing and logging trends. It can also send alarm notification to multiple individuals via . In addition, it lets a user log in to check or change settings in the controller. The WebAdvantage is designed to be straightforward and easy to use. Please read your MegaTron manual and familiarize yourself with the MegaTron controller. Setup requires only a few minutes, provided you have the necessary information on hand. When your WebAdvantage enabled MegaTron arrives, it will need access to the Internet via a DSL or other connection. Once the controller is placed in it s permanent position, some settings will need to be changed so that the unit can connect to the Internet. You will need the following information/equipment to properly configure the unit: A network connection and the appropriate cabling (RJ-45 terminated category 5 cable for H1, a phone line for H4). A USB cellular modem with an unlimited data plan from your provider is required for option H5. Knowing whether the unit will be connected to the Internet through a LAN (local area network) or directly connected using an ISP (Internet service provider, such as EarthLink, or AT&T). If connected to a LAN, know whether the unit will be using a static or dynamic IP address. If the unit will use a static IP address, you will need to obtain a useable static IP addresses from your IT staff for the network address, network mask, and network gateway. If the unit will use dynamic addressing (available only on software versions HG and later), this information is provided automatically. Frequently Asked Questions Here are some FAQs your IT department may want to know before giving the unit access to the Internet. Q. What TCP ports does the controller use? A. Port 80 is the port to be used for Internet-bound traffic. The controller can also be configured to use port The servers block all inbound traffic aside from Port 80 and require controller software/encryption to establish communication. Q. How much network bandwidth does the controller require? A. During normal operations about 32 bytes are sent every 10 seconds. When downloads or changes are made this amount can go up to bytes, but these events are short in duration and infrequent.

38 Q. How much data/bandwidth does the controller send/use? A. It varies by build and configuration, anywhere from 10MB to 150MB a month. Q. If the network is unavailable to the controller; does data queue so when the network is available again it is bombarded with this data? A. No. The controller will start replacing missing data slowly, once the connection is re-established. Q. Is my data protected? A. The servers are redundant in the event of a CPU, drive, fan, memory or power failure. They are kept behind locked doors in a NOC environment. Q. Can the unit be used to contact any other web locations? A. No, The controller can only contact the WebAdvantage server. The controller has no browser, or messaging capabilities aside from alarm notifications that are sent through the WebAdvantage server. Q. Is our information secure? A. Communication between WebAdvantage users is custom encrypted and the server is hardened to keep your data secure. The controller initiates the connection to the server from inside the customer s network. The server is never looking for the controller. We use hardened Linux core servers with custom developed software and firewall configurations. Only our server has the ability to communicate with the controller aside from local web services. Q. Can the unit be connected to a wireless network connection? A. Yes, but additional hardware will be required. To connect to an existing wireless network infrastructure is possible with a wireless bridge such as the Linksys WET200. These devices are designed to allow a hardwired network device to be configured and accessible to existing wireless networks. The wireless bridge must first be configured prior to installation. Then plug the Cat5e/RJ45 connection from the MegaTron H1 option into the wireless network bridge. Once configured to properly access the existing network the unit will then automatically connect to the WebAdvantage service. A wifi network can be created by adding a wireless access point such as the Linksys WAP54G. This device extends the wired existing network into a wireless network. To configure and secure this device it would need to be connected to a notebook or computer via a crossover cable and configured prior to installation.

39 WebAdvantage Internet Communications Data Sheet Internet Control: MegaTron Controller MegaTronSS Controller Key Features 128 Bit Encryption Security Change Settings Remotely No Software to Load Back-Up Server Assurance One Page Summary Alarm Notification Constant Connection Server Stored History Custom Reporting Graphical Interface Application Get the Web Advantage and stay connected to your MegaTron and MegaTronSS controllers! Web Advantage keeps you in constant contact with all of your on-line MegaTron controllers at one time over the World Wide Web. Web Advantage uses web based communications with the newest, most reliable and secure server technology for connection, control and history management. An exclusive summary view lets you check the status of all your connected MegaTrons on one screen. alerts from the server ensure that users are kept informed of any alarm conditions, including disconnection and power loss encountered by remote MegaTrons.

40 Internet Communications WebAdvantage works for you by automatically ing your custom designed reports to whom you want when you want them. Reports can include probe, water meter, relay and notepad history along with many other items. The exclusive summary view combines important information from all of your connected MegaTrons in a single view when you log in to WebAdvantage. alerts from the server ensure that users are notified of any and all problems, including alarm conditions, loss of communications connection or loss of power. Options to interface your MegaTron with the WebAdvantage service: Direct Network Connection The H1 communications option consists of a 10Mbps network interface card allowing access to a TCP/IP enabled network. It supports DHCP and static networks via on screen configurable options and can access the Internet on port 80 or LOCAL NETWORK ETHERNET CONNECTION DHCP STATIC IP INTERNET WebAdvantage Server Dial-Up ISP Connection The H4 communications option consists of 56Kbps V.92 dial up modem. This allows connection through a user provided dial up ISP account (e.g. EarthLink). Note: A different dial up account must be set-up for each MegaTron. Having multiple MegaTron s share one account will result in large surcharges from some ISP providers. DIAL-UP MODEM CONNECTION INTERNET WebAdvantage Server Cellular Router Connection The H5 communications option consists of a cellular router which accepts a USB style modem from your cellular provider. We recommend an unlimited data plan for this modem since the router also produces a wifi network. CELL ROUTER CONNECTION INTERNET WebAdvantage Server Get the WebAdvantage Now: To experience the WebAdvantage of communications with an actual MegaTron controller go to fill in your contact information and you will be given a user name and password to go on-line with an actual controller. 10/2009 Get the Advantage 4700 Harold Abitz Dr Muskogee, OK phone fax