Interfaces of NETx BMS Platform and NETx MP Server
The NETx BMS Platform supports a wide range of flexible interfaces and protocols – from the integration of individual sensors and devices to the management of complex automation processes. It provides a centralized, secure, and efficient solution for modern building management. Thanks to its comprehensive support for both standard and manufacturer-specific protocols, data from various sources can be aggregated and centrally managed to enhance comfort, efficiency, and security.
In comparison, the NETx Multi Protocol Server primarily serves as a multi-protocol gateway for bidirectional data exchange. While it also supports a wide array of interfaces, its main focus is on data forwarding and protocol conversion.
Standard interfaces
| Type | Client (field integration) | Server (management integration) | BMS Platform | MP Server | Extra license required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNX, Modbus, Helvar, HDL, Qlite, NexusRF |  |  | | | |
| BACnet, SNMP, OPC DA/UA, MQTT | | | | | |
| HTTP Integration of other HTTP / Web Servers | | | | | |
| TreeAPI HTTP REST API to our NETx Server | | | | | |
| GridVis Interface to Janitza GridVis software | | | | | |
Interfaces via Hardware-Gateway
| Type | Client (field integration) | Server (management integration) | BMS Platform | MP Server | Extra license required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DALI, DMX512, EnOcean, M-Bus | | | | | |
Hotel Management Interfaces
| Type | Client (field integration) | Server (management integration) | BMS Platform | MP Server | Extra license required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelio/Opera, Protel, Mews, RMS Cloud, Helvar, Infor, VHP | | | | | |
Door Lock Systems
| Type | Client (field integration) | Server (management integration) | BMS Platform | MP Server | Extra license required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaba, Salto, VingCard | | | | | |
Modules
| Component | BMS Platform | MP Server | Extra license required |
|---|---|---|---|
LaMPS Lighting and DALI management | | | |
| Metering Integrating of smart metering data for energy reporting | | | |
| MySmartSuite / BYOD / GRMS Guest Room Management System with Bring-Your-Own-Device function | | GRMS only | |
| NETx Cloud Connector Connection to NETx Cloud Portal | | | cloud account required |
| SQL for historical data Support for MariaDB and MS SQL to store historical data | | | |
| Messenger for sendings e mail, X, Telegram, SMS messages and printing | | | |
| Reporting Generate reports (PDF, other documents) for metering, trending, alarms, DALI test results and more. |  | | |
| Device Query Monitoring devices in the network. | | | |
| Logic Implement control functionality like rescaling and recalculation of data points | | | |
Standard interfaces
KNX, Modbus, Helvar, HDL, Qlite, NexusRF
| Client (field integration) |
| Server (management integration) |
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
BACnet, SNMP, OPC DA/UA, MQTT
| Client (field integration) |
| Server (management integration) |
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
HTTP - Integration of other HTTP / Web Servers
| Client (field integration) |
| Server (management integration) |
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
TreeAPI - HTTP REST API to our NETx Server
| Client (field integration) |
| Server (management integration) |
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
GridVis - Interface to Janitza GridVis software
| Client (field integration) |
| Server (management integration) |
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Hotel Management Interfaces
Fidelio/Opera, Protel, Mews, RMS Cloud, Helvar, Infor, VHP
| Client (field integration) |
| Server (management integration) |
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Door Lock Systems
Salto, Kaba, VingCard
| Client (field integration) |
| Server (management integration) |
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Modules
LaMPS - Lighting and DALI management
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Metering - Integrating of smart metering data for energy reporting
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
MySmartSuite / BYOD / GRMS - Guest Room Management System with Bring-Your-Own-Device function
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server - GRMS only – no BYOD |
| Extra license required |
NETx Cloud Connector - Connection to NETx Cloud Portal
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
| Cloud account required |
SQL for historical data - Support for MariaDB and MS SQL to store historical data
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Messenger - for sendings e mail, X, Telegram, SMS messages and printing
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Reporting - Generate reports (PDF, other documents) for metering, trending, alarms, DALI test results and more
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Device Query - Monitoring devices in the network
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Logic - Implement control functionality like rescaling and recalculation of data points.
| BMS Platform |
| MP Server |
| Extra license required |
Technical Details
KNX
OPC
BACnet
Modbus
SNMP
MQTT
Helvar
Web Interfaces
VNET
HTTP / web service gateways
KNX
- Easy import from the ETS with the NETx BMS App Secure
- Import of all group addresses and automatic assignment to KNXnet/IP routers and interfaces
- Detection of IP addresses of KNXnet/IP routers and interfaces
- Import of all ETS views (building and structure view, topology including devices, communication objects and their data points)
- Support of the KNX IP security standard
- Support of all standardized KNX data points
- Non-standardized DPTs can be added
- Uses KNXnet/IP tunneling protocol: any KNXnet/IP router and/or interface can be used
- KNXnet/IP routing available
OPC
Management Level
- OPC interface for OPC clients from third-party manufacturers, e.g. visualizations from third-party providers
Field/Automation Level
- OPC DA interface for the integration of data points from third party OPC servers, e.g. fire alarm systems
- Cluster Explorer for easy import
- Central aggregation of data from various sub-servers in the NETx BMS Platform
BACnet
Management Level
- BACnet/IP server interface for BACnet clients from third-party manufacturers
- Assignment of different data points (e.g. KNX, Modbus, SNMP, Fidelio/Opera, VingCard, ...) to BACnet objects
- Supports COV subscription
- Automatic or manual selection of object types
- Configuration of read/write or read-only access possible
Field/Automation Level
- Uses the BACnet/IP protocol to integrate any BACnet/IP device
- Other BACnet media (e.g. BACnet MS/TP devices) can be integrated via BACnet/IP routers
- BACnet Explorer for the automatic detection of devices and objects without the functions required for external tools
- Several BACnet priorities can be used at the same time
- Supports confirmed/unconfirmed COV subscription, unsolicited COV notification and device query
- Supports BBMD
- Supports proprietary BACnet objects
- Further information can be found under BACnet PIC Statement
Modbus
- Supports Modbus/TCP protocol for the integration of Modbus/TCP devices
- Supports Modbus/RTU via Modbus/TCP gateways or via IP-to-RS485 converter (native Modbus/RTU via TCP or UDP)
- Manufacturer-specific configuration possible
SNMP
- Support for SNMP v1, v2 and v3
- Query of SNMP objects via their OIDs
- Writing of SNMP objects
- Supports SNMP traps
- SNMP device monitoring
MQTT
- MQTT interface for communication with one or more MQTT brokers
- Support of TLS security
- Publish/Subscribe to MQTT Topics
Helvar
- Intelligent lighting solution
Web Interfaces
- Interface to the web manager for the administration of building automation functions
- Interface to web-based visualization
- Supports HTTPS
- HTML5 and JavaScript for standard web browsers
- Comprehensive user administration
VNET
- Reliable and safe interface for PC-based visualization
- Uses TLS for secure connection
HTTP / web service gateways
- For the integration of web content from HTTP servers, the NETx BMS Platform acts as an HTTP client
Hotel Management Systems
Communication with door locking systems
Additional Interfaces
Hotel Management Systems
Fidelio/Opera
- Certified interface with the following functions: guest in /out / guest data updates when changing rooms, guest messages can be edited online / on request, room equipment / cleaning status / do not disturb
- Combination of data from different systems possible, e.g. B. Hotel management and door lock systems
- For Opera PMS V5 or higher, Fidelio Suite 8.8 or higher, Fidelio FO 6.20
More interfaces
- Protel, Mews, RMS Cloud, Helvar, Infor, VHP
Communication with door locking systems
VingCard
VingCard
- Events that can be retrieved from the VisiOnline server software: guest entrance (including card number), staff entrance, open inside, bolt thrown, bolt released
- All events are available as data points in the NETx BMS Platform and can be further processed with other technologies such as KNX, BACnet, Modbus, SNMP, Fidelio/Opera, ...
Kaba door locks
Kaba door locks
- Information is exchanged with the NETx BMS Platform via the Kaba software (Web Service Client) using Web Service Requests
Salto door locks
- The Salto software (TCP client) sends TCP/IP packets to the NETx BMS Platform (TCP server)
Additional Interfaces
- Own interfaces via LUA scripting and C# .NET API
- Customer-specific interfaces on request
Via hardware gateways
- DALI, DMX, EnOcean, M-Bus
