Busroot Installation Guide¶

This guide simplifies your Busroot installation process while allowing double-checking at critical steps. Follow each section to ensure your Arduino Opta DAU devices are installed and transmitting data successfully.

1. Hardware Setup¶

1.1. Power & Connection for the Arduino Opta ¶

Supply 12–24V DC via the dedicated +/- pins (top left). Do not connect Modbus pins (A(-), B(+)) to power.
Maximum power consumption is 2.2W.
Use pins I1–I6 (top side) for digital DC signals (up to 24V).
Use pins I7 & I8 for analog signals (0–10V), ideal for line speed or similar.
Double check that power is only connected to the correct DC input pins.
Verify pin connections with your signal sources (e.g., Andon lights, actuators, optical sensors).
Photograph each connected machine’s wiring for later verification.
Note: Relays on the bottom are unused for Busroot.

1.2. Wiring Check for 3-phase energy meter ¶

If connecting an energy meter (3-phase):
Hold 'E' to enter configuration (passcode 1000).
Address must be unique (001 if only one device).
Baud rate: 19.2k.
Photograph wiring, baud screen, and address.

1.3. More information on recommended hardware ¶

For Arduino Opta details: https://docs.output.industries/recommended-hardware/arduino-opta

For Energy monitors: https://docs.output.industries/recommended-hardware/energy-monitors

2. Connectivity & Device Verification¶

Device ships pre-configured for WiFi or will use accompanying Blues wireless for opta.
Arduino Opta (DAU-Data Acquisition unit) uses MQTT (ports 1883, 1885), destination:
eu-west-2-1.busroot.com (18.135.102.39)
eu-west-2-2.busroot.com (3.9.14.134)
LED Codes:
Flashing Orange: Loading/Configuring
Red (5 quick): WiFi issue
Red (2 slow): MQTT/Internet issue
Green: Connected to WiFi

2.1. If trouble-shooting installation - Double-Check:¶

Correct WiFi SSID and password (watch for typos/autocorrect changes, particularly capitalisation).
Confirm last four digits of device ID printed on the Opta matches what's recorded.
Confirm SSID and Password
Confirm frequency : 2.4ghz or 5ghz (Must be 2.4 for Opta to work)
Confirm security type (Must support WPA2 with PSK)
Confirm signal strength in the area next to each machine (must be over -80dB)
Confirm if MAC whitelisting is required. Usuallu by IT team.
Confirm if firewall is blocking access on port 1885 (if so, must be opening with IT your support)

3. The Work Order Form ¶

Document machines/processes for monitoring during installation

Complete the Installation Work Order Form. Request a copy from the Busroot team.
Information required:
Which machine(s) or process(es) you want to monitor.
Signals you want to track (utilisation, production count, line speed, etc.).
Power supply details (is 24V DC available?).
Tips: Photograph cabinets and controls, check for space and power in your cabinet, and collect or photograph relevant schematics.
IMPORTANT: Check and confirm your WiFi Frequency is 2.4ghz (if it's 5ghz please contact support@output.industries)
Check WiFi signal strength next to each machine:
Android: WiFi Analyser
iOS: WiFiman
Confirm with your IT team if whitelisting or firewall adjustments are required (Busroot can supply MAC addresses if needed).
If you require Busroot or a partner to handle installation, arrange accordingly.

4. Account Setup and Customer Device Configuration¶

To login into your Busroot account Click here to access Busroot, enter your work email. No password needed. All members of your team will need to login using this method.
Confirm with Busroot support/admin so you are marked as an admin.

4.2. Customer Self-Configure Arduino Opta and Devices (optional)¶

This stage is only necessary if agreed with Busroot support team.
Use an Android tablet with full charge or a laptop with Chrome.
Instructions to follow our here.
Open Busroot account (admin view) in one browser tab.
In another tab, open the Busroot Programming Tool.
- In Busroot (admin > Devices), confirm you have the four-digit device ID.
Follow on-screen instructions to program each device.
Double-check: Device IDs match on physical device and account platform before programming; Modbus meters set to correct address (001 as default).

5. Post-Installation¶

Complete pending sections of the work order form during installation, recording any details you discover.
Photograph all installations, especially complicated wiring or unfamiliar signal sources.
Notify the Busroot team or email support@output.industries with your work order form ensuring the following requirements are completed:
Device IDs
Connected machine details
Pin usage info

6. After Installation: Verification and Calibration¶

Busroot will arrange a call (typically 3–5 days post-installation) to calibrate your data and verify accurate machine signal capture.
Weekly review calls for the first month will ensure smooth operation and guide you through navigating the platform.
The Busroot support team will dedicate four weeks for calibration, platform navigation and training.

7. Troubleshooting & Additional Guidance¶

Verify ALL WiFi-related settings and test signal strength at each install site.
For IT/firewall/whitelisting, Busroot can provide further technical details or MAC information to your IT team.
If you or your team are entering WiFi settings, ensure you follow the extra self-install instructions.
For additional hardware and signal configuration support, refer to detailed documentation:
Hardware specifications

8. Common Double-Check Points¶

Are the correct power and input pins used?
Are WiFi details accurately entered (mind autocorrect/case)?
Does the device LED indicate successful connection?
Did you record and send all device/machine/pin configuration details?
For energy meters, is the baud rate and Modbus address set and verified?

9. Estimated Installation Time¶

As a guide, 5-10 machines can typically be installed in a single day.
Most installations do not require powering down machines, but some may require up to 15min downtime.