CONTROLS SOFTWARE
FIELD ASSISTANT
Connecting your computer locally to the control board
![OEM Ctrl Board OEM Ctrl Board](https://www.robertsgordon.com/content/images/OEMCtrl/OEMCTL_Board_Large.png)
Field Assistant is a standalone software, downloaded to a computer, that provides a local connection to the control board, located within the controller. Once computer (with software installed) is connected to the control board with a proprietary USB-L cable, set-up and/or troubleshooting can occur. Alternatives to Field Assistant are TouchScreen (located on the face of the controller) or WebCTRL.
DOWNLOAD LICENSEREAD USER MANUAL
DOWNLOAD FIELD ASSISTANT SOFTWARE**
**NOTE: Large file size (730,320 KB)
Minimal Computer Requirements: Dual Core Processor, 2GB RAM, 30 GB Hard Drive, and Communications link of 10Mpbs or higher. The computer must be Windows® operating system and use Internet Explorer v11 or Microsoft® Edge Browser1. If you need Internet Explorer, click here to download Internet Explorer. A Field Assistant v6.5 or later system is supported on any of the following operating systems (32-bit or 64-bit): Windows® 10 Professional.
Learn more about the following topics in the manual:
- Field Assistant Basics, What is Field Assistant?
- Setting up a Computer and Web Browser, How to Setup Field Assistant?
- Import, Upload & Export Source Files, Getting Started
- Understanding the Workspace, Navigating the System
- Drivers, Routers, and working with BACview® files
- Downloading to Controllers, Controller Status, & Commissioning Equipment
- Graphics, Properties, Logic, Setpoints
- Creating and Modifying Field Assistant Schedules
- Alarm Codes, Trends and Additional Reports
Use Interactive Zone Sensors
See OEM Ctrl Field Assistant User Manual for more information on sensor operation3
![RS Standard, Plus or Pro Zone Sensor, OEM Ctrl RS Standard, Plus or Pro Zone Sensor, OEM Ctrl](https://www.robertsgordon.com/content/images/components/ZS2P-BNK.jpg)
RS Standard, Plus or Pro
Zone Sensor
Setpoints can be adjusted to raise or lower the temperature within the space. Overide the zone to force an occupied space setting. Large dispay indicates temperature level within the space.
NOTE: For further assistance, contact Cyrus Eftekharinia or your Regional Sales Manager.
1,2Information is taken from page 5 of Field Assistant Software Manual
3Information is taken from page 44 of Field Assistant Software Manual
AppLoader Software
Apploader is our factory download tool. It is used to program the boards initially and can be used to update the software in the field. Apploader works with the USB-L cable to communicate with the control boards. Use Apploader to update the program revision of your controller as desired. Download the zipped clipping file. This is the newest program revision. Find the instructions link for directions on how to use this program.
DOWNLOAD CLIPPING FILE (RG_PRODUCTION_REV_2_4)
DOWNLOAD APPLOADER 8.0 INSTALLER**
**NOTE: Large file size
Minimal Computer Requirements: Dual Core Processor, 2GB RAM, 30 GB Hard Drive, and Communications link of 10Mpbs or higher. The computer must be Windows® operating system and use Internet Explorer v11 or Microsoft® Edge Browser1. If you need Internet Explorer, click here to download Internet Explorer. A Field Assistant v6.5 or later system is supported on any of the following operating systems (32-bit or 64-bit): Windows® 10 Professional.